Access, Not Applause: Sarah Todd Hammer on Moving Beyond Inspiration
Disability Deep Dive
Watch the video version here: In this episode of Disability Deep Dive, hosts Keith and Jodi explore the theme "Access Not Applause" with guest Sarah Todd Hammer, an author, speaker, and consultant. Sarah Todd shares her journey with Acute Flaccid Myelitis, discusses the challenges and triumphs of moving from home to independent living, and underscores the importance of genuine access over superficial inspiration. They delve into practical tools and inclusive design in products and spaces while challenging common 'inspiration tropes' in disability narratives. The episode also highlights the...
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Little Imperfections, Big Conversations: Peet Montzingo on Growing Up Different
Disability Deep Dive
View the video version on YouTube: In this episode of Disability Deep Dive, hosts Keith and Jodi are joined by Peet Montzingo, a creator, musician, and author, to discuss his book 'Little Imperfections: A Tall Tale of Growing Up Different.' Peet shares his experiences as the only average height member of a family of little people, his journey to online fame, and the importance of using humor and personal stories to shift perceptions about disability and difference. The episode also features a Deep Cut segment discussing the 2021 film 'Cyrano' starring Peter Dinklage, exploring themes of...
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Season Two Trailer
Disability Deep Dive
Hi, it's Jodi and Keith, the hosts of Disability Deep Dive, a podcast from Disability Rights Florida. It's where real conversations about life, culture, and leadership meet the lived disability experience. In Season One, we unpacked tough questions with advocates, creators, and researchers -- you know, people changing how we think about access and belonging. And now we're back with Season Two on November 6th, and the conversations are getting even better. And this time, you can see us: Disability Deep Dive is now a video podcast. You'll still get the same thoughtful conversations, but now...
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Docs with Disabilities: Rethinking Inclusion in Medical Education – with Dr. Lisa Meeks
Disability Deep Dive
In this episode of Disability Deep Dive, hosts Keith and Jodi are joined by Dr. Lisa Meeks, founder of the Docs with Disabilities Initiative. They explore how medical education can better support learners and clinicians with disabilities, discussing the initiative's origins, challenges faced by disabled learners, and practical steps for creating inclusive environments. They also examine the impact of disability representation on patient care and delve into a related TV show, The Pitt, highlighting a neurodivergent resident's approach to care. This episode underscores the importance of...
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Accessible Voices: Building Community Through Blind-Led Media – with Aaron Richmond
Disability Deep Dive
In this episode of Disability Deep Dive, hosts Keith and Jodi explore the power of blind-led media with Aaron Richmond, creator of Aaron's Opinion podcast and YouTube channel. Aaron shares his motivations behind starting his podcast, the unique tagline “Help one person today, help one million people tomorrow,” and the importance of blind and disabled voices in media. The discussion touches on challenges in maintaining consistent content, building a community, and the role of media in shaping societal understanding of disabilities. The episode wraps up with a special deep cut featuring the...
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More Than a Mascot: Challenging Ableism in School Symbols – with Erin Elswood and Jillian Curwin
Disability Deep Dive
In this episode of Disability Deep Dive, hosts Keith and Jodi explore the intersections of school mascots, disability, and advocacy. They are joined by Erin Elswood and Jillian Curwin of Mascots Matter, who provide insights into the harm caused by ableist mascots in schools and their campaign to eliminate them. The conversation covers personal experiences, challenges faced, and the importance of storytelling in shifting perspectives. The episode also features a discussion on the children's book Little Imperfections: A Tall Tale of Growing Up Different, emphasizing the importance of embracing...
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The Ethics of Innovation: Disability, Technology, and Reproductive Justice – with Katie Hasson
Disability Deep Dive
In this episode of Disability Deep Dive, hosts Keith and Jodi explore the complex interplay between disability science, technology, and ethics with guest Katie Hasson, Associate Director at the Center for Genetics and Society. The conversation delves into the ethical concerns surrounding genetic technologies, the medical vs. social model of disability, and the risk of eugenics in current bioethical practices. Katie also highlights the Center's work in ensuring social justice and equity in biotechnologies, and emphasizing the importance of including disabled voices in policy discussions. The...
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Disability, Pop Culture, and Higher Education – with Kyle Romano
Disability Deep Dive
In this inaugural episode of our rebranded podcast, Disability Deep Dive, hosts Keith and Jodi introduce the new format and address the importance of discussing innovative ways to educate about disability through pop culture. Guest Kyle Romano, a professor at the University of South Florida, shares his experience teaching a unique course on disability and pop culture, sharing with us the impact of representation in media on public perceptions of disability. The episode also features a new segment, "This Week's Deep Cut," which spotlights the Hulu show Ramy for its authentic portrayal...
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Disability Deep Dive - Rebranding Announcement!
Disability Deep Dive
If you’ve been a listener of You First, you might notice things sound a little different. That’s because we’ve rebranded! Welcome to Disability Deep Dive! The same podcast, but with a new name, a fresh perspective … and a brand new co-host. Keith Casebonne and Jodi Beckstine from Disability Rights Florida continue to bring you the stories, voices, and ideas that matter to the disability community. So whether you’ve been with us for years or you’re just diving in—we’re glad you’re here. New Disability Deep Dive episodes are coming soon!
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Encore Episode: By and For People with Disabilities - with Elizabeth Wright and Jennifer Price
Disability Deep Dive
Welcome back to You First, where we’re taking a small break from producing new episodes and instead are sharing some older episodes you might have missed. There’s a good chance you missed this episode, our last of four encore episodes, as it didn’t perform as well as most of our other ones. But we think the content is compelling and the guests are engaging, so we're putting it back out there. This episode is called "By and For People with Disabilities," and it was initially released in September of 2021. Elizabeth Wright and Jennifer Price are the guests, and they talk about how people...
info_outlineIn this episode of You First, hosts Keith and Maddie interview Matthew Cortland, a Senior Resident Fellow at Data for Progress. Matthew shares insights about their work in public opinion research and advocacy focused on disability issues and social policies. They discuss their personal journey, including challenges with the healthcare system, and explain how data is used to influence policy decisions. The conversation covers topics like the importance of accurate demographic data, the role of public opinion in advocacy, and effective messaging strategies for long-term care support and COVID-19. Matthew emphasizes the need for systemic interventions and supportive legislative efforts to better address the needs of disabled people.
Relevant Links
- Follow Matthew on social media: https://linktr.ee/matthewcortland
- Data for Progress: https://www.dataforprogress.org
- Disability Rights program at the Ford Foundation: https://www.fordfoundation.org/work/challenging-inequality/disability-rights
- Disability Scoop article "Census Rethinking How To Count Disability Population”: https://www.disabilityscoop.com/2024/08/15/census-rethinking-how-to-count-disability-population/31009
- Data for Progress Message Testing on Home and Community-Based Services Coverage: https://www.dataforprogress.org/datasets/message-testing-on-home-and-community-based-services-coverage
- Long COVID Research Moonshot Act of 2024: https://www.sanders.senate.gov/in-the-news/sanders-proposes-moonshot-bill-to-combat-long-covid-crisis