The D*List

The D*List - Audio Articles

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Welcome to The D*List - a new home for disability culture in Aotearoa. Subscribe to this feed to receive our articles direct to your podcast feed each week. Read our articles at thedlist.co.nz Subscribe to our weekly newsletter, The D*List Delivered! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Jun 25, 2026

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Tamatha Paul on 'coming out' as disabled 11.03.2026

Tamatha Paul (Ngāti Awa, Waikato Tainui) has always openly lived with disability and chronic illness. But things did initially feel a little different talking about disability as an MP. Eda Tang speaks with Tam about disability identity, community, and using her voice more as a disabled Māori wahine.\ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An accessible guide to Wellington Pride Festival 04.03.2026

From accessible cooking classes to film screenings and online events, here’s an accessible selection from all 100 events in Pōneke. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fonotī Pati Umaga on the genre-defying Music Portrait of a Humble Disabled Samoan 03.03.2026

The show lead talks reconnecting to parts of yourself, disability leadership in the arts and vulnerable storytelling. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Autistic-friendly classrooms could have helped me get through school 24.02.2026

While charter schools are not the only solution for all neurodivergent rangatahi, it could be the start of one for some students, says Kartini Clarke. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Access as a Creative Opportunity: An interview with the creators of Speed is Emotional 23.02.2026

Coming to Aotearoa New Zealand Festival of the Arts, Speed is Emotional places an emphasis on accessibility with audio description, relaxed performances and integrated NZSL. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

'Authentic and unfiltered': Exploring disabled motherhood through dance 19.02.2026

Touch Compass’ latest piece, WHITE NOISE, reflects on motherhood and misconceptions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Having sex like a vampire: How neurodivergence strengthens my sex life 17.02.2026

Who knew ADHD could make things spicy in a good way? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

‘Specialist schools’? More segregation is not the solution for disabled learners 30.01.2026

Disabled people have a right to be fully included in every part of society, especially during our formative years at school. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An accessible events guide for Auckland Pride 2026 29.01.2026

It’s Auckland Pride season! The D*List has curated a list of accessible, joyful events happening throughout February to enjoy. Happy Pride! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Three things I want health workers to know as a Deaf Person 27.01.2026

Deaf people don't carry a pocket-sized interpreter in case of emergencies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

My review of the Total Mobility scheme (because the Government keeps going it wrong) 22.01.2026

Funding the scheme is obvious, but how about free rides if we wanna go clubbing after 1am? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ranking the Total Mobility Scheme proposals from worst to best(ish)The Government has announced some confirmed changes - including a reduction in the subsidy - but is open to feedback on six proposed changes to the scheme. 21.01.2026

The Government has announced some confirmed changes - including a reduction in the subsidy - but is open to feedback on six proposed changes to the scheme. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Disabled and chronically ill Barbie dolls that we want to exist 19.01.2026

Mattel has just released their first autistic Barbie doll. These are the Barbie dolls (and their accessories) we’d love to see next. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The D*List Wrapped: 2025 Edition 19.12.2025

From access guides, to mobility aids to embracing play and a full-blown market day, here are just some of the highlights from the last 12 months. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paula Tesoriero on Government strategies and ‘high threes’ 15.12.2025

Whaikaha boss Paula Tesoriero joins The D*List podcast to discuss the highs and lows of their first year as a standalone agency. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

My cuir (queer) sexy, disabled utopia 12.12.2025

Lilith Del Mar's sex siren practice has become a space where they create their own narrative showing up as loudly as they want.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The joy of discovering slow play as my new normal 04.12.2025

Kitty Wasasala is learning to play, dream, create, rest and live, at whatever pace they want. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Five ways I'm practising play this summer 03.12.2025

Playing helps Kiwikiwi Hawes recharge and feel restored. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wordplay and wrestling with puns 02.12.2025

Although sports were never her strong suit, Lucy Croft found her arena in the form of pun battles. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aotearoa's role in forming the UNCRDP 02.12.2025

In this podcast interview, long-time disability activist Robyn Hunts chats to The D*List about what went into forming the CRPD and how we can all play a part today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Anchoring as access to purposeful play 02.12.2025

Nicolina Newcombe describes how anchoring to something meaningful is a form of play for her, and recently that's been travel.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How pole dance gave me a new relationship with movement 30.11.2025

Claudia Rose describes how pole dance gave her a newfound confidence in her body. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fun gifts to get your disabled friend on IDPWD 30.11.2025

SATIRE: If you’re feeling sorry for your disabled friend, International Day of Persons With Disabilities on 3rd of December is the perfect occasion for you to step forward. Giving them a $10 note or asking them for accessibility advice is overrated. Try these gifts instead!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why charter schools for Autistic students aren't the solution 26.11.2025

The Government is planning to open two charter schools designed for Autistic students with the intention of closing gaps within the education system. However, the community broadly disagrees. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What would your dream ‘third space’ look like? 20.11.2025

We deserve better, more accessible third spaces, and Emily Coull has imagined one: The Ladybird Café. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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