Disabled and Proud
Disabled and Proud
Playlist by Disabled and ProudDisabled and Proud is the show brought to you by top adaptive athlete Brooke Millhouse bringing listeners a different perspective on disability, each week this podcast highlights an awesome disabled g…Follow the podcast:
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Navigating Disability and Career Choices: A Conversation with Martin Sibley
Brooke talks to Martin Sibley, a guest who shares his experiences as a person with spinal muscular atrophy. The discussion delves into various aspects of Martin's life, including his childhood, schooling experiences, career journey, and the development of his marketing agency, Purple Goat. Martin …
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Overcoming Internalised Ableism: Embracing Mobility Aids and Seeking Help
Brooke is joined by special guest, Chronically Jenni, to talk about about her journey with disability and chronic illness. Jenni shares insights on self-identification as disabled, navigating awareness of their conditions, and the importance of setting boundaries around sharing personal medical inf…
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Building Confidence in Disability Tech - with Matt Pierri
Brooke meets Matt, a wheelchair user who shares his experiences of living with a spinal cord injury since the age of 15. The episode delves into Matt's journey of self-discovery and resilience, highlighting the challenges and triumphs he faced during his formative years. Matt candidly discusses th…
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Empowering Voices: Conversations with People First
Brooke joins a heartfelt and engaging conversation with members of People First, Keeley, Craven, Luke, Shannon, and others. The discussion delves into their experiences living with disabilities, highlighting their resilience, achievements, and the importance of support systems like People First. T…
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Embracing Identity and Unity with LaMondre Pough
Brooke talks to special guest, LeMondre Pough, who shares his journey of being born with spinal muscular atrophy, a progressive neurological disorder, and how his disability has evolved over time. He discusses his childhood experiences, the challenges he faced in the educational system, and the imp…
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2 Years of Disabled and Proud!
In this very special edition of thew show, Brooke takes you through a compilation of discussions from various disabled individuals sharing their personal experiences and perspectives on disability. The guests talk about their journeys to diagnosis, the challenges they faced, and the societal percep…
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Breaking Down Barriers: The Impact of The WelcoMe App on Accessibility
Brooke is joined by Gavin Neate, the founder of WelcoMe, and who has been working in the disability sector, to discuss his passion for supporting disabled individuals. Gavin shares his experiences working with Guide Dogs for the Blind and the inspiration behind his innovative tool, aimed at improv…
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Celebrating 100 Episodes - Exclusive Giveaway Alert: Win Epic Prizes from Disabled Business Owners in the 100th Episode Special
To celebrate 100 episodes of the podcast Brooke is here with a solo episode reflecting on the origins of the podcast and the importance of disability representation. Brooke shares her personal journey of growing up as the only physically disabled person in her family and the challenges she faced i…
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Humour and Kindness: The Resilient Traits of a Punk Artist
Brooke is joined by the amazing Jason, a disabled artist, who shares his journey of acquiring a disability and how it transformed his life. Jason discusses his experiences growing up in a working-class family, becoming disabled at a young age, and the challenges he faced in the care system. Despit…
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The Complexities of Inclusion and Exclusion in Disability Advocacy
Brooke is joined by special guest, Lydia, to discuss her journey as an autistic individual and author, shedding light on the challenges faced by disabled individuals in society. She talks about her experience with multiple disabilities, including autism and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on h…
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