Laura Pettenuzzo: How Words Both Fostered And Challenged Her Internalised Ableism

Laura's journey of self-discovery, from confronting internalised ableism to wholeheartedly embracing her disabled identity is a great conversation. She also powerfully highlights the power of inclusive language and the importance of disability representation in literature.  Connect with Laura: We…

Sara Shams: Disability Representation As A Woman Of Colour

Bangladesh to Brisbane, Sara Shams flourishes as a pharmacist, model, and disability advocate. With pride, she champions disability representation, offering a unique perspective as a double amputee and a highly accomplished woman of colour. A must listen, episode this week.  Connect with Sara: I…

Tommy Quick Is Riding 10,000 Km To Support Young Stroke Survivors

Tom Quick is a stroke survivor. He had his stroke at just the age of 12.  He is now on an incredible mission to cycle 10,000 kilometres across Australia. Tom's journey is really about resilience, including the accident that almost derailed his dream. An extraordinary story of determination and hope…

Making The Web Accessible To Disabled People

Peta explores how to make websites and social media more inclusive for people with disabilities; sharing insights on captions, alternative text for images, colour contrast, keyboard navigation, and plain language use.  Join Peta as she demystifies the world of online accessibility and advocates for…

Michelle Irving: A Chronic Illness Coach, Living With Her Own Chronic Illness

 Michelle lives with her own chronic illness and is a chronic illness coach. Michelle shares her perspective on gaining acceptance and explains the emotional stages of chronic illness, from the uncertainty of pre-diagnosis to finding a new normal. Connect with Michelle:  Website: https://www.mich…

Jasper Peach: The Impact Of Pain, The NDIS & Queer Parenting

Jasper Peach is a disability activist and writer. Peta and Jasper delve into the intersection of disability and LGBTQIA+ identities, parenting, invisible disabilities, and the power of memes in self-discovery. Jasper's book, "You'll Be a Wonderful Parent," offers support and guidance to the LGBTQI…

Peta Hooke: Travelling The World When You Have Cerebral Palsy

You're in for a treat! Peta is here to spill the tea on her unforgettable trip to Europe, and she's got a surprise for you! Get ready to meet Adelle Clements, a travel industry expert and Peta's close friend. In this episode, we bring you an incredible conversation where Adelle delves into the uni…

Kay Kerr: Love And Autism

 Join Peta in a heartfelt conversation with Kay Kerr, an autistic writer and journalist, as they discuss Kay's latest book, "Love and Autism." The book explores the lives of five diverse autistic individuals, showing the many forms that love can take, whether through relationships, friendship and s…

Zoe Simmons: The Disability Community Saved My Life

In this remarkable episode, Zoe Simmons discusses her journey of discovering that she is disabled. The challenging path Zoe shares her struggles with stigma and ableism from both medical professionals and greater society. This is definitely an episode where it made Peta proud to be a part of the d…

Heather C Markham: Losing My Identity As Someone Who Walks.

Join Peta and Heather C Markham, author of Rough Waters. Heather candidly shares her experience of living with progressive muscular dystrophy, Heather explores the emotional struggle, acceptance, and empowerment she found after losing her identity as someone who walks; someone with a disability.  …