The I Can't Stand Podcast

This week I sit down with Ben Sorenson to discuss how masking can both help and hinder a sense of belonging. Ben shares his personal experiences of feeling like an outsider in social situations and how he learned to mask his true self to fit in. This is a must-listen episode for anyone because everyone deserves to feel accepted and included while being their true self.  Connect with Ben: Instagram...

Join Peta on the I Can't Stand Podcast as she interviews Amy Evans, a Perth-based entrepreneur, Instagram content creator, and digital marketer who uses her platform to represent disabled people in fashion and horse racing. Discover how Amy navigates fashion on the field competitions, manages her digital marketing company, and deals with online trolls.  An empowering conversation on disability, ac...

Peta interviews Haya Rawi, a 29-year-old woman from Lebanon who has an upper limb amputation and works as an inclusion advocate and influencer on Instagram. Haya discusses the challenges she faced growing up with a disability, including being the only one in her school, and her journey to becoming a disability inclusion advisor for a humanitarian organization.  Connect with Haya: Instagram: https:...

Charles Brice, a quadriplegic ABC reporter, speaks with Peta in this episode, about his experience with disability and how he landed a job at ABC News Breakfast. Charles discusses his background, how he acquired his disability, and his journey to his current role as a journalist. He also shares his insights on finding work as a disabled person and the importance of representation in the media. Con...

If you missed out on the live podcast for The Paypal Melbourne Fashion Festival, don't worry! We've got you covered. In this episode, you'll hear from James Parr and Peta Hooke on their perspectives for what the future of fashion has in store. As two disabled people themselves, James and Peta provide unique insights on the importance of inclusivity in fashion. The discussion focuses on the growth...

In this episode, Peta interviews Elias Lebos, CEO of Travellers Aid, a not-for-profit organisation that helps people with disabilities to travel and connect using public transport. The organisation offers services such as mobility assistance, personal care support, companion services, awareness programs to help people navigate the transport system and support during major events held in Melbourne....

 Oliver Hunter shares his passion for stand-up comedy and discusses the challenges of being a disabled comedian. He highlights the lack of accessibility in the industry and his personal experiences of performing from the audience due to physical barriers. Despite these obstacles, Oliver remains determined to succeed and break down barriers for disabled comedians.  Connect with Oliver:  You can cat...

In her youth, Elizabeth Wright was a successful Paralympian. Now, she is a successful journalist with our National broadcaster The ABC.  In this chat Elizabeth talks to Peta about her love of the water, determination, the importance of representation and being comfortable in her body, just the way it is.    Connect with Elizabeth: Twitter: https://twitter.com/esioul Instagram: https://www.instagra...

Peta chats with Amy Green about her recent diagnoses of ADHD and Autism, as well as her life-changing weight loss surgery. Amy shares her insights on the interplay of her disabilities and how they make it challenging for her to manage both her mental and physical health. She talks about the importance of understanding herself better and learning to find balance and set boundaries. Connect with Amy...

As Tricia Malowney says to Peta in this episode, she has achieved so much because of not despite her disability. She is prolific in her work to improve the lives of disabled people. Tricia is a remarkable woman. An uplifting and motivating chat; Tricia and Peta hope you enjoy it.  Connect with Tricia:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tricia-malowney-oam-dli-maicd-ba-06689b25/ Connect with Pe...

Lovis and Alex are two friends from Germany, travelling around the world trying to visit six out of seven continents in one year. Lovis has ADHD and Alex has a muscle and joint disease called AMC. They talk to Peta about the barriers and challenges they face when travelling and how they help each other see the world.  Connect with Lovis and Alex:  Website: https://www.hurdletheworld.com Instagram:...

Rachel Shugg is a queer disabled woman who understands adaptive and inclusive fashion better than most. Rachel is a qualified fashion designer now providing a level of insight to function and form to designs that only a disabled person could to well known adaptive brand JAM The Label. If you would like to attend The Closing Runway at The PayPal Melbourne Fashion Festival on the 11th of March 2023...

In this special episode of The I Can't Stand Podcast, Peta welcomes James Parr, a renowned First Nations model and below the knee amputee, to talk about life with a disability and his important role in the fashion industry.  This intriguing and interesting chat is a preview to their LIVE event: The Next Big Thing In Fashion Is... Disability Inclusion at The PayPal Melbourne Fashion Festival TOMORR...

Join Peta and Heidi Anderson in a fun and insightful conversation about facing their fears and embracing their bodies in a flash mob at the PayPal Melbourne Fashion Festival as a part of the Culture Program. From overcoming negative comments on social media to blocking out self-doubt, Peta and Heidi share their personal experiences and tools for building self-confidence. Don't miss this inspiring...

Desney, a writer, author and mother, shares her journey after experiencing stroke and how it has impacted her daily life. With constant fatigue being a major factor, Desney candidly discusses how acceptance has been a liberating gift from her stroke. Desney discusses her latest book, "Transit of Angels,"; a love story about a 34-year-old woman, Angelica, and the journey she embarks on to find mean...

In this episode, Peta brings you a diverse range of perspectives on Disability Support Services. Meet Andre, a participant who shares his insights as someone with a disability and relies on the support; Sam, a dedicated support worker who loves his job, and David, the founder of Buttons Support Services sharing his vision and passion for creating a better support system for those with disabilities...

Welcome back, everyone! Thank you for coming back for season three of The I Can't Stand Podcast. I appreciate every single one of you 💛 Today I have a fantastic episode with Ben Harrington. Ben Harrington is a lovely young guy, fresh out of university living with vision impairment. Ben has a rare, yet genetic eye condition called Retinitis Pigmentosa.  Connect with Ben:  Email: harrington.ben11@g...

On the very first episode of the I Can't Podcast this year I spoke about my major goal for 2022. Make International Day For People With A Disability to have more impact. I thought it was time, I told you the full story, of trying to make that goal and reality.  Listen to the episode where it all started: https://omny.fm/shows/the-i-cant-stand-podcast/goal-setting-and-fighting-fatigue Connect with...

Thank you for listening to The I Can't Stand Podcast in 2022.  A big thank you to all my lovely guests who took the time to speak with me and to educate all of us, on what it is like for them living with a disability.  Connect with Peta: Instagram: @petahooke Website: www.icantstandpodcast.com Email:  icantstandpodcast@gmail.com Episode Transcript: https://www.icantstandpodcast.com/post/   Please...

What is it like living with a disability when only 15 other people live with your diagnosis?  Dylan Lombard is such a talented and kind human. I hope you enjoy listening.  Connect with Dylan:  Dylan's Website: https://dylanlombardphotography.co.uk/ Dylan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/be_yourself_dylan/?hl=en   Dylan's Email: enquiries@dylanlombardphotography.co.uk Connect with Peta: Insta...

Thank you for coming back for part two. Please scroll back and listen to part one if you haven't already.  Connect with Emma:  Her website: https://www.thewheelchairactivist.com Her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emma.vogelmann/ Her podcast The Wheelchair Activist: https://www.thewheelchairactivist.com/wheelchair-activist-podcast Connect with Peta: Instagram: @petahooke Website: www.icantsta...

For me, there is no better way to celebrate International Day For People With A Disability than elevating other disabled voices.  In partnership with The City of Melbourne, this episode was recorded live at the 30th Anniversary Disability Discrimination Act Forum. At the forum number of lovely people shared their thoughts with me about International Day For People With A Disability. In order of ap...

Such a fantastic chat with Emma Vogelmann today. We discuss, her career in the charity sector, how covid impacted her and how an opinion changed her career. Connect with Emma:  Her website: https://www.thewheelchairactivist.com Her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emma.vogelmann/ Her podcast The Wheelchair Activist: https://www.thewheelchairactivist.com/wheelchair-activist-podcast Connect with...

Despite how important this question is, it was much harder than expected to answer.  References used for this episode:   24 Companies with Innovative and Award-Winning Accessibility Practices:  https://ripplematch.com Change Conversations Podcast: Episode 3: Invisible Disabilities: https://www.accenture.com Episode transcript for The Change Conversations Podcast: https://www.accenture.com/Transcri...

I loved talking to Liel. They are such an interesting person. Liel belongs to many communities, the disability community, the LGBTQI community and as an immigrant to Australia. All of which meant this is such an informed and nuanced conversation of the meaning of belonging and identity.  Connect with Liel:  Liel's website: https://lkbridgford.com Liel's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lielkbr...