With films like Crip Camp starting to get mainstream attention, we are starting to learn a little more about the lives of disabled people prior to the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA). Shameka Andrews, Ms. Wheelchair America title holder, Disability Consultant, and author of Butterfly On Wheels, talks with us about life as a power chair user before the ADA. Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/disableist Learn more about The DIS/Ableist Network: https://www.disableist.org Our Merch Store: https://www.cafepress.com/thedisableistnetwork Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/disableist Join the DIS/Ableist Nation, our disabled-only Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thedisableistnation Follow Shameka on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/disabilityempowered/ Follow Shameka on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ShamekaAndrews

As disabled people ourselves, the topic of Disability Rights isn't simply on our minds, and is constantly impacting our lives. Sarah Goldman worked in the Florida legislative system for about five years, and is now working for the Florida Independent Living Council as the state-wide Director of Youth initiatives. We talk about everything from marriage equality to income caps, and what disabled people can do to combat that. Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/disableist Learn more about The DIS/Ableist Network: https://www.disableist.org Our Merch Store: https://www.cafepress.com/thedisableistnetwork Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/disableist Join the DIS/Ableist Nation, our disabled-only Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thedisableistnation Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/dis_ableist_network Follow Sarah Goldman on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sgoldman17/

Host of the award-nominated podcast Disability After Dark, and co-founder of Handi, we are joined by the infamous Andrew Gurza. We delve a bit into Andrew's life, how he approaches disability, what got him into becoming a creator of disability-related content, and so much more. Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/disableist Learn more about The DIS/Ableist Network: https://www.disableist.org Our Merch Store: https://www.cafepress.com/thedisableistnetwork Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/disableist Join the DIS/Ableist Nation, our disabled-only Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thedisableistnation Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/dis_ableist_network Follow Andrew and Disability After Dark: Patreon: www.patreon.com/disabilityafterdark Handi: www.thatshandi.co Disability After Dark on Facebook www.facebook.com/disabilityafterdark Instagram: www.instagram.com/andrewgurza_

From ADA compliant clowns to ADA compliant floats, this episode highlights the work that Renee and Roland do through the Krewe of Sir Francis Drake. Their Krewe boasts the world's first ADA compliant float, which they use for a variety of parades like Tampa Bay's infamous Gasparilla Parade. With the Drake All Inclusion Foundation, made for youth adults with disabilities, and students that want to pursue a career to work in the medical field. We also talk about the importance role that charities play in the disabled community. Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/disableist Learn more about The DIS/Ableist Network: https://www.disableist.org Our Merch Store: https://www.cafepress.com/thedisableistnetwork Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/disableist Join the DIS/Ableist Nation, our disabled-only Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thedisableistnation Donate to the Drake All Inclusion Foundation: https://www.facebook.com/donate/3131649780229525/ Learn more about the Krewe of Sir Francis Drake: https://kosfd.com/ Follow the Krewe of Sir Francis Drake on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/kreweofsirfrancisdrake.kosfd

You may (or may not) remember Dwayne from the first episode of The DIS/Ableist Report. Professional wheelchair dancer and owner of REVolutions Dance, Dwayne just started the REVYouth Art Camp. Together with his student Kaitlin, the two of them share some great stories from their own lives, and the important role that art (and especially dance) plays in their lives. Join our community and become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/disableist If you'd like to rock our merch, please check out our shop: https://www.cafepress.com/thedisableistnetwork Check out our blog: https://disableist.blogspot.com/ Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/disableist Join The DIS/Ableist Nation, our disabled-only Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thedisableistnation Visit our website: https://www.disableist.org Donate to support the REVolutions Dance  - REVyouth Arts Summer Camp: https://fundrazr.com/stories/dHVXw7?fb_ref=share__fb_55eKY5&fbclid=IwAR1RqCslwo5t2Iau0FyxElZejqSEEbg669ZlsYynh7_r_Aup7gFqwrPGWdY If you'd like to learn more about REVolutions Dance, visit their website: https://www.revdance.org/ Like REVolutions Dance on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/REVdanceTampa/ To learn more about Blue Butterfly Productions, visit their website: https://www.bluebutterflyproductions.org/theatre-exceptional

Talking is something that a lot of people take for granted. Often, especially when we are younger, we're reprimanded by parents and teachers to "Speak up," "Speak Clearly," or "Don't repeat yourself." For individuals like Jesse Schwartzman, these aren't nearly as easy you'd think they'd be. Jesse describes his stutter, explaining that it can make him feel like he doesn't have air. When he's not focused or overwhelmed, it feels like he is separate from his body. Navigating these feelings, along with the social anxiety that comes with them, we talk about the assumptions that people make about those of us with invisible disabilities. And don't ever tell a person with a stutter to "Take their time!" Join our community and become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/disableist If you'd like to rock our merch, please check out our shop: https://www.cafepress.com/thedisableistnetwork Check out our blog: https://disableist.blogspot.com/ Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/disableist Join The DIS/Ableist Nation, our disabled-only Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thedisableistnation Visit our website: https://www.disableist.org If you'd like to contact Jesse, email him at: [email protected] Check out the New Jersey Young Democrats Disability Caucus on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/njyddisabilities/

Though she initially wanted to be a doctor, Jenny Siegle found herself moving towards the world of sports production. Now, she is a producer for Altitude Sports, and does production work for a bunch of Colorado-based teams. We spoke about work expectations of disabled people, and how those compare to the expectations that we have for ourselves. Join our community and become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/disableist If you'd like to rock our merch, please check out our shop: https://www.cafepress.com/thedisableistnetwork Check out our blog: https://disableist.blogspot.com/ Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/disableist Join The DIS/Ableist Nation, our disabled-only Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thedisableistnation Visit our website: https://www.disableist.org Want to learn more about Jenny? Visit her website: https://www.jennysiegle.com/ Check out Jenny on social media: https://www.twitter.com/j_siegle https://www.instagram/com/j_siegle https://facebook.com/jenny.siegle.3 Check out Unite4CRT on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/unite4CRT/

Whether you have a disability or not, dating is a hot mess. Karen, who was crowned Ms. Wheelchair America 2019, sits down with us to talk about the realities of dating as a heterosexual, disabled woman. We talk about the realities of dating, and why it's important to own who you are. Putting yourself out there is a big risk, especially for women, disabled people, and other vulnerable people. Join our community and become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/disableist If you'd like to rock our merch, please check out our shop: https://www.cafepress.com/thedisableistnetwork Check out our blog: https://disableist.blogspot.com/ Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/disableist Join The DIS/Ableist Nation, our disabled-only Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thedisableistnation Visit our website: https://www.disableist.org Read Karen's blog: https://www.numotion.com/blog/april-2019/life-possible-with-karen-roy Follow Karen on social media: https: //www.facebook.com/LifePossibleKR https://twitter.com/LifePossibleKR https://www.instagram.com/lifepossiblekr/

In the spirit of Pride, we bring back friend of the show and former state legislator Jennifer Webb. We speak about the importance of Pride versus people intolerant of change. We tell stories from our own lives and experiences, and discuss why our government should be creating systems to give equal opportunity for all people, including those who are members of minority communities. Lastly, we touch on the importance of pronouns, why you should respect people that use non-traditional pronouns, and why identifying with a non-traditional pronoun should not be treated as "ridiculous."  Join our community and become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/disableist If you'd like to rock our merch, please check out our shop: https://www.cafepress.com/thedisableistnetwork  Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ Join The DIS/Ableist Nation, our disabled-only Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thedisableistnation Visit our website: https://www.disableist.org If you'd like to reach out to Jennifer, you contact her by Text or Call: (727)320-6275 Email: [email protected] Social Media: @jennifer4florida or search Jennifer Webb Material Mentioned In This Episode: The Trans-Atlantic Call-In Show on The Line https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_voSJCGZdwk&t=3451s

Spoiler alert: even if you aren't disabled right now, disability will eventually come for you too. *Cue evil laughing. * No, but seriously: maybe you grew up disabled or became disabled with age. However you stumble into our fractured little world, disability will eventually become an important part of who you are. We speak with Alison Avery about Friedreich’s Ataxia, how that has impacted her life as she has gotten older, and how people ask us if we'd like to be able-bodied. Join our community and become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/disableist If you'd like to rock our merch, please check out our shop: https://www.cafepress.com/thedisableistnetwork Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ Join The DIS/Ableist Nation, our disabled-only Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thedisableistnationVisit our website: https://www.disableist.org If you'd like to reach out to Alison, you can email her at: [email protected] Reading Mentioned In This Episode:  "No Pity" by Joseph Shapiro: https://www.amazon.com/No-Pity-Disabilities-Forging-Movement/dp/0812924126/ref=sr_1_2?crid=3KQOI5YWU4YZA&dchild=1&keywords=no+pity+joseph+shapiro&qid=1623701722&sprefix=no+pity%2Caps%2C196&sr=8-2