The D*List - Audio Articles

Gary Williams calls on all disabled people to be allies of survivors to support tangible change for our communities. Written by Olivia Shivas. Read the article at thedlist.co.nz Subscribe to our weekly newsletter, The D*List Delivered! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As Verb Wellington kicks off, we asked disabled authors about reimagining disabled villains.  By The D*List. Read the article at thedlist.co.nz Subscribe to our weekly newsletter, The D*List Delivered! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Award-winning playwright Helen Vivienne Fletcher shares her roundabout journey in disabled theatre. By Eda Tang. Read the article at thedlist.co.nz Subscribe to our weekly newsletter, The D*List Delivered! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It was a nail-biter at the first ever international Physical Disability Rugby League game in Tāmaki Makaurau. By William Sangster. Read the article at thedlist.co.nz Subscribe to our weekly newsletter, The D*List Delivered! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After being gaslit by medical professionals for not fitting their neat autistic boxes, Amy Clements went down the path of self-diagnosis and speaks to others travelling the same road. Written by Amy Clements. Read the article at thedlist.co.nz Subscribe to our weekly newsletter, The D*List Delivered! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With a disco, an NZSL interpreted taxidermy session and a cabaret brunch amidst its colourful programme, there’s something for everyone at DAT Fest next month. Written by Eda Tang. Read the article at thedlist.co.nz Subscribe to our weekly newsletter, The D*List Delivered! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From the Buttcheek Express to the classic Stock Image Wheelchair, we reviewed the best (and worst) airport wheelchairs on a trip from Tāmaki Makaurau ki Ōtautahi. Read the full list at thedlist.co.nz Subscribe to our weekly newsletter, The D*List Delivered! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From one-armed drummers to modified drum kits, here are some of Marlo Schorr-Kon's favourite music icons. Written by Marlo Schorr-Kon. Read the list at thedlist.co.nz Subscribe to our weekly newsletter, The D*List Delivered! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Librettos are notoriously hard to understand. Live Braille is making that easier. Written by Eda Tang. Read the article at thedlist.co.nz Subscribe to our weekly newsletter, The D*List Delivered! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

My burnout didn’t appear as a fully fledged monster overnight. I was in my Girlboss era when burnout inhabited my body like a creeping vine. Then one day, I couldn't get out of bed. Written by Van Mei. Read the article at thedlist.co.nz Subscribe to our weekly newsletter, The D*List Delivered! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From clunky old websites to swiping on Tinder, Chris Ford shares his highs and lows (and romance scams) of online dating. Written by Chris Ford. Read the article at thedlist.co.nz Subscribe to our weekly newsletter, The D*List Delivered! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Until swiping right on a Bumble profile that read 'AuDHD', I'd been living my life as a closeted neurodivergent person.  Written by Eda Tang. Read the article at thedlist.co.nz . Subscribe to our weekly newsletter, The D*List Delivered! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our teacher aides helped us in the classroom when we needed it the most, despite our resentment for making us stand out when we just wanted to fit in. Written by Semi Cho. Read the article at thedlist.co.nz . Subscribe to our weekly newsletter,  The D*List Delivered! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jap Sahib and his mother Prince are one of many families who have endured the pain of living split between countries. Prince shares their story with Áine Kelly-Costello from Migrants Against the Acceptable Standard of Health Aotearoa. If you would like to support the campaign to end discrimination and abolish the Acceptable Standard of Health criteria, you can find out more here . Read the article...

Mobility aids are visual cues to strangers of our impairments, but they're also essential to helping us get through the day with dignity. Here's some that we love and why. Read the list, and see the photos at thedlist.co.nz . Subscribe to our weekly newsletter, The D*List Delivered! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

To bust some myths about flatting with a disability, Cait Ruth Lawrence interviews their flat to find out what makes their happy and inter-abled household work. Read the article at thedlist.co.nz Subscribe to our weekly newsletter, The D*List Delivered! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Applying for an assistance dog had Helen Vivienne Fletcher go through waves of anxiety. But it turned out to be one of the best decisions she ever made. Read the article at thedlist.co.nz . Subscribe to our weekly newsletter, The D*List Delivered! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ruby Solly makes the case for radical honesty in friendships with disabled people, and why sometimes you need to give people permission to leave. Read the article at thedlist.co.nz . Subscribe to our weekly newsletter, The D*List Delivered! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Aunty with the Queer tea and kōrero pūrākau you never knew you needed. You can find the article at Queer tī with Aunty Hu. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Self-described trouble maker, lawyer, artist Dr Huhana Hickey and digital artist and activist Noēll Ratapu discuss fear, love, your rights and everything in between. Read the article at Fear, love, metal ceilings and fighting for your rights: A tuakana-teina korero with Dr Huhana Hickey and Noēll Ratapu. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learning to manage a chronic illness and being a university student was a rollercoaster for Melissa Irving. Here’s what helped her. You can read the article at New year, same body: Going back to school, uni and work after the holidays. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stories that make us feel seen and validated, with a sprinkle of sass and crip joy makes The D*List a replenishing space on the internet. Read the article at The D*List wrapped: 2023 edition. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The only thing worse than a mall, is a mall in December. So shopping online, as well as putting in boundaries with whānau are some ways Ellen Larsen gets through the festive season. Read the article at A silly season survival guide when you’re chronically ill. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From the rainbow lit waterfall to mobility scooter hire, New Plymouth comes alive with music and lights during the 37-day family friendly festival. Read the article at Taranaki’s Festival of Lights a sensory and accessible wonderland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With gift-giving season around the corner, The D*List team have compiled a guide on practical gifts that help you live your best disabled life. Read the article at The D*List's gift guide for your crip friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.