The Psychology of Facial Differences: A Conversation with Dr. Kathleen Bogart
Release Date: 09/11/2023
Don’t Look Away: Storytelling, Strength, and Living Out Loud
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In this episode of myFace, myStory, host Dina Zuckerberg sits down with filmmaker Joseph Lingad and actor Corey Taylor for a conversation about visibility, vulnerability, and self-acceptance. Joseph shares how his personal experiences living with a facial difference inspired his upcoming documentary Don’t Look Away, exploring representation and stigma in our society. Corey opens up about his journey through over 50 craniofacial surgeries and how he turned pain into purpose by pursuing writing, caregiving, and acting. Together, they discuss the importance of authentic storytelling,...
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Facing The Lens: Adam Pearson on Film, Advocacy and Changing the Narrative
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On this month's episode of myFace, myStory, host Dina Zuckerberg speaks with award-winning actor, presenter, and disability advocate Adam Pearson. From standout roles in A Different Man and Under The Skin to his upcoming portrayal of Joseph Merrick in the film adaptation of The Elephant Man, Adam shares how he’s using storytelling to challenge stereotypes, advocate for authentic representation, and change the narrative around disability in media and beyond. Adam was nominated as Presenter of the Year at the Grierson UK Documentary Awards in 2016. As an actor, he has been nominated...
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Breaking Beauty Standards: Paige Billiot's Birthmark Advocacy | myFace, myStory
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On this month's myFace, myStory podcast, host Dina Zuckerberg speaks with Paige Lauren Billiot, a birthmark advocate, model, and film producer redefining beauty standards. Based in LA, Paige uses her platform to create representation for those with facial differences, celebrating her birthmark as her superpower. Featured in Harper’s Bazaar, Seventeen, and Glamour, she challenges societal norms and empowers others to embrace their uniqueness with confidence. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on self-love, advocacy, and the power of authentic representation. TRANSCRIPT ...
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Empowering the Facial Difference Community with Special Guest Adele Capitella-Liu
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On this month's myFace, myStory podcast, host Dina Zuckerberg is joined by Adele Capitella-Liu, a retired NYC teacher and a passionate advocate for the facial difference community. Diagnosed with Parry-Romberg Syndrome and having faced the challenges of breast cancer, Adele shares how her personal experiences have shaped her journey of resilience and advocacy. As the administrator of the Adult Facial Difference Community on Facebook, Adele fosters meaningful connections and supports individuals navigating life with facial differences. Join us as Adele discusses the power of community,...
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Defining Beauty: A Conversation with Celina Leroy
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In this episode of myFace, myStory, host Dina Zuckerberg speaks with Celina Leroy, an artist, art teacher, and advocate born with a Port Wine Stain birthmark. Celina shares how her personal experiences have inspired her to create powerful portraits of individuals with craniofacial differences, such as birthmarks, cleft lip and palate, and Sturge-Weber syndrome. Through her artwork and accompanying video interviews, Celina seeks to raise awareness, end the stigma surrounding visible differences, and redefine society’s standards of beauty. - [Announcer] Welcome to "myFace, myStory:...
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Taking Control of the Narrative
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On this month's myFace, myStory podcast episode host, Dina Zuckerberg, is joined by Amy and Lazer Schefer, a dynamic mother-daughter duo who have turned their personal challenges into a mission of advocacy and support for the craniofacial and rare disease communities. Join us as we explore their inspiring story of resilience, the challenges they’ve overcome, and the impact they continue to make on the lives of others. - [Announcer] Welcome to "My Face, My Story: "Voices from the Craniofacial Community," with your host, Dina Zuckerberg. - Hello, and welcome to "My Face, My Story:...
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Two Sides to a Face: A Journey from Adversity to Advocacy
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On this month's myFace, myStory podcast episode host, Dina Zuckerberg, is joined by Chelsey Peat, born with Sturge-Weber Syndrome, and recently published author of her memoir, Two Sides to a Face. She will share her journey from childhood, marked by curiosity and challenges due to her condition, to her current achievements and advocacy work within the facial differences community. She hopes to serve as a beacon of hope, encouraging deeper understanding and acceptance for all who feel marginalized due to their physical appearance. - [Announcer] Welcome to "myFace, myStory, Voices from...
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Finding Courage, Finding Self: A Conversation with David Cohen
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On this month's myFace, myStory podcast host Dina Zuckerberg is joined by David Cohen, recipient of the 2024 myFace Courage Award. David talks about the dark twists on his journey of hope to acceptance of his life with Pierre Robin Sequence to who he is now. He shares what he thinks should be happening to support children and adults in the craniofacial community. Dina Zuckerberg: Welcome to myFace, myStory: Voices from the Craniofacial Community with your host, Dina Zuckerberg. Hello and welcome to Dina Zuckerberg: Voices from the Craniofacial Community. I'm Dina Zuckerberg, your host and...
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Stronger Together with Megan Gaydosh and Tiffany Kerchner
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On this month's myFace, myStory podcast episode, host Dina Zuckerberg brings you an inspiring conversation with Megan Gaydosh and Tiffany Kerchner. Both Megan and Tiffany have turned their personal experiences with facial differences into powerful advocacy work, promoting self-love, acceptance, and awareness. Together, they discuss the importance of visibility, advocacy, and support for those with facial differences and disabilities. Their stories highlight the strength found in community and the transformative power of embracing one's uniqueness. Tune in for an insightful and uplifting...
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Advocacy - Be The Change: A Conversation with Melissa Tumblin
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This month on the myFace, myStory podcast, Dina Zuckerberg welcomes Melissa Tumblin, a passionate advocate for the hard of hearing and deaf community. Melissa, the founder and Executive Director of Ear Community shares her remarkable journey—from navigating her child's microtia and atresia diagnosis to leading pioneering research efforts and advocating tirelessly for legislation like Ally’s Act. - [Announcer] Welcome to "myFace, myStory: "Voices from the Craniofacial Community," with your host, Dina Zuckerberg. - Hello and welcome to "myFace, myStory: "Voices from the Craniofacial...
info_outlineOn this month's myFace, myStory podcast, host Dina Zuckerberg is joined by Dr. Kathleen Bogart, who will bring us on her journey growing up with Moebius Syndrome and why she pursued a PhD in Psychology that would shape who she is today. She will share some of her research including her most recent Facial Differences Disclosure Study as well as talk about the importance of mental health in the craniofacial community.