This is a podcast that looks at disability stories. it's like sitting down with a really close friend to have real conversations about disability, sexuality and everything else about the disability experience that we don't talk about; the things about being disabled we keep in the dark. The show is hosted by Disability Awareness Consultant Andrew Gurza. more

The most comprehensive resource for Assistive Technology, success Stories, College and Career Pathways and all with a Blindness Perspective. more

Nancy L. Cavey, a seasoned attorney with over thirty-nine years of experience, explains the complex world of filing for Long-Term Disability benefits. Filing for disability can be a confusing, life changing event, so with her deft expertise, Nancy will guide you through:- The ins-and-outs of ERISA (the Employee Retirement Income Security Act), which governs group Long-Term Disability Claims.- Information regarding the process and lifespan of a claim, from the initial application to the request for hearing stages.- Traps and tactics disability carriers (such as UNUM, The Hartford, Lincoln, and MetLife) use to hinder or deny your claim, including independent medical evaluations, surveillance, and arbitrary and capricious arguments downplaying the nature of your disability.- Insights, overviews, and claimant stories regarding disease-specific content (ranging from commonplace ailments such as workplace injuries or accidents, to difficult to diagnose illnesses such as Fibromyalgia, Multiple Sclerosis, and POTS).- Pertinent news happening in the disability world, and- Much, much more.Each episode of our podcast Winning Isn't Easy will expose you to invaluable tips and tricks for surviving the disability claims process (a system that is often wrought with pressures and pitfalls designed to encourage you to give up the benefits you rightfully deserve). As host, Nancy will often be joined by guest speakers who themselves are industry experts, ranging from lawyers specializing in related fields and doctors focusing on the diagnosis and treatment of specific diseases, to our associate attorney Krysti Monaco.In her late teens, Nancy's father was diagnosed with leukemia. As someone who witnessed firsthand the devastating emotional and financial impact on both individual and family that being disabled and filing for benefits can have, Nancy is not just an attorney, but an empathetic presence who understands what you are going through.Do not let disability insurance carriers rob you of your peace of mind. As a nationwide practice, The Law Office of Nancy L. Cavey may be able to help you get the disability benefits you deserve, regardless of where in the United States you reside. Remember - let Cavey Law be the bridge to your benefits.Check out the links below to engage with us elsewhere:Website - https://caveylaw.com/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/CaveyLaw more

Learn from global disability-focused leaders about high profile topics and how they are truly making a difference. Mai Ling and James give you front row access to intimate conversations that are shaping the way the world is supporting people with disabilities. They share their intimate experiences— so you can start, grow, and expand your impact. more

We call ourselves the 4am Mom Club because more nights than not, our kids are awake at 4am. We both have very medical, complicated, rare, beautiful children. This is a podcast for medical and disability mamas (and the people who love them) who are facing a life they never expected. We share hope-filled stories of families, all shapes, colors, sizes and abilities, all in different phases of their medically complex or disabled caregiving journey. When Autumn Comes Podcast is a program of the Apricity Hope Project nonprofit. Our mission is to care for caregiver. Learn more at apricityhope.org more

A half-hour radio show providing critical coverage of disability issues and bringing insight into the grassroots disability movement to the general public. more

A podcast dedicated to telling honest and real stories about living in a world that was not necessarily designed for us. more

We're just two people trying to untangle the giant web of disability.

Conversations on opportunities, challenges and lived experiences to foster understanding between disabled and non-disabled communities. Insights into the tools and techniques used by people with disabilities navigating the worlds of work, education, travel, sport, the arts and leisure. Because while we may be disabled we will never be disempowered. more

A podcast about disability and design, where we uncover the building blocks for a more inclusive world.

An information hub for parents of children with disabilities.

American Printing House has a big goal: a future that belongs to everyone. For more than 160 years APH has created products that provide access for people who are blind or low vision. To create a world that welcomes everyone, we know it's going to take a lot of change makers. Join us as we highlight the people who are making the biggest difference in our field. We'll talk to everyone from CEOs to students. Know someone we should highlight? Email communications@aph.org. more

Tune in each week for an honest and truthful perspective from a disabled lens. This show is hosted by TEDx Speaker and Certified ADA Coordinator, Travis Davis.  more

Join two Blind women as they bring you monthly episodes striving to educate the general public about Blindness and be a resource to those going through vision loss.Find us on:Facebook: www.facebook.com/ThisIsWhatBlindLooksLikeTwitter: www.twitter.com/BlindLooksLikeEmail us for interviews or inquiries at: ThisIsWhatBlindLooksLikePod@gmail.com more

Justin Hancock and Bekah Maren Anderson, two disabled faith leaders and activists, explore disability, queerness, and advocacy through humor, compassion, and deep thought. With wide ranging conversations on everything from advocacy in a changing world, to the therapeutic qualities of broadway musicals, Bekah and Justin showcase the complexity, beauty, and creativity of intersectional, disability life. Justin experiences day-to-day life with Cerebral Palsy, and Bekah brings her perspective as a blind queer woman. more

Radio Eye is a reading service for people who are blind or have other disabilities that make it difficult to read printed material. People Magazine is an hour long reading of the magazine, broadcast on Sunday.This is produced by Radio Eye under the Chafee Amendment to the Copyright Act which states that authorized entities that are governmental or nonprofit organizations whose primary mission is to provide copyrighted works in specialized formats to blind or disabled people. By continuing to listen, you verify you have an eligible print-reading disability. more

Americans living with disabilities are often faced with obstacles when it comes to accessibility. These obstacles can lead to adventures and misadventures alike. Twice per month, an esteemed guest will share their story with the Rocky Mountain ADA Center. Whether you want to learn about how to make life more accessible for you or a loved one, this podcast is for you. New episodes come out Wednesdays at 10:30 AM MST. Transcripts are always available in the show notes.  more

Bjoern Eser from The Active Amputee blog provides all the information you need to live an active and rewarding life as an amputee. He invites you on a journey to explore the endless possibilities people with a limb difference have to try out new activities, constantly pushing the boundaries and extending their comfort zone. In monthly interviews, Bjoern talks to other amputees, sharing their inspirational and encouraging stories. He chats with people from the industry, learning about new and exciting developments in the prosthetic sector. And he provides regular updates on funding opportunities, support groups and support schemes that assist amputees from managing their day to day life to fulfilling their wildest dreams. Being an amputee himself, Bjoern can draw on 15 years of experience and countless adventures on four continents. And he is more than willing to share his knowledge freely to encourage others with a limb difference to be active, to be adventurous, to be happy.The music - as always - is Urbana-Metronica (wooh-yeah mix) by spinningmerkaba (c) copyright 2011 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/jlbrock44/33345 Ft: Morusque, Jeris, CSoul, Alex BerozaTo learn more about The Active Amputee, check out the following linksThe Active Amputee BlogThe Active Amputee on InstagramThe Active Amputee on YouTubeThe Active Amputee on TwitterThe Active Amputee on LinkedInThe Active Amputee on Pinterest more

The ACB Braille Forum is a magazine produced by the American Council of the Blind

THINK change offers TALKS, TRAININGS, and TOOLS designed to support training and education about people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) for them, their families, and the professionals in their lives.THINK change TALKS are provocative, in-person or video shorts on topics of interest to, or emerging issues for, people with I/DD and those who care for and work with them.THINK change TRAININGS are in-person or online targeted educational opportunities on issues that directly impact people with I/DD and those who care for and work with them.THINK change TOOLS are tangible educational products.For more information, check us out at www.thinkchange.training more

The VR Workforce Studio is a podcast rooted in the State Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Program in the Commonwealth of Virginia. The core mission and purpose of the VR Workforce Studio is to offer important compelling information and stories for Individuals with disabilities (IWD) who are 'in' or 'preparing to be part of' the workforce in Virginia as well as employers and the staff who help IWD become employed. The show is produced at WWRC, a comprehensive vocational rehabilitation center that serves over 300 IWD on any given day helping them prepare for employment. The Center is one of only seven such facilities in the United States and has been in operation since 1947 offering both comprehensive medical rehabilitation as well as vocational assessments, transition and jobs-driven training. In addition to the extensive array of IWD at WWRC, the Center's parent agency, The Department for Again and Rehabilitative Services (DARS) serves upwards of 20,000 consumers at any given time who also hope to go to work and demonstrate the value that IWD bring to the workplace. This exceptional array of consumers, employers and professionals working together provide an ongoing and unparalleled plethora of stories, interviews, strategies and opportunities listeners will find both informative and educational. VR Workforce Studio listeners can expect to hear WWRC chronicle the journeys and triumphs of IWD while spotlighting employers who hire them more

BoggsCast is a podcast from The Boggs Center on Disability and Human Development where faculty and staff explore best practice, showcase success stories, and help listeners envision possibilities for innovation through interviews with state and national experts. more

How do we build an inclusive world? Hear intimate and in-depth conversations with changemakers on disability rights, youth mental health advocacy, prison reform, grassroots activism, and more. First-hand stories about activism, change, and courage from people who are changing the world: from how a teen mom became the Planned Parenthood CEO, to NBA player Kevin Love on mental health in professional sports, to Beetlejuice actress Geena Davis on Hollywood's role in women's rights. All About Change is hosted by Jay Ruderman, whose life's work is seeking social justice and inclusion for people with disabilities worldwide. Join Jay as he interviews iconic guests who have gone through adversity and harnessed their experiences to better the world. This show ultimately offers the message of hope that we need to keep going. All About Change is a production of the Ruderman Family Foundation. Listen and subscribe to All About Change wherever you get podcasts. https://allaboutchangepodcast.com/ more

The 2DD podcast is about setting sights beyond the challenges in your life and dreaming big, making a plan, and then executing like mad. You are guaranteed an emotional rollercoaster, and practical thoughts that you can apply to your life with this podcast.Hosts Sean and Kyle are both affected by a rare disease called Friedreich's ataxia (FA). FA affects their balance and coordination, significantly limiting their physical abilities. However both dudes have completed several long distance bike rides including 'The World's Toughest Bike Race' - Race Across America (RAAM). Their RAAM journey is the subject of an award winning documentary called The Ataxian. Kyle rode his trike to the top of the highest paved road in North America and Sean ran with the Olympic Torch.Join us, subscribe, and tell a friend! more

Disability rights is the next frontier in civil rights. We believe education is the key to building an inclusive society and ensuring that all students are given an equal opportunity. The Inclusive Education Project Podcast, hosted by Special Education and Civil Rights attorneys, Amanda Selogie and Vickie Brett, offers a fresh, smart perspective on what it takes to truly make our educational systems and communities inclusive. Tune in each week as Amanda and Vickie share insight on topics ranging from education reform to advocating for equal rights for all students, and participating in modern activism. This show will also offer user-friendly resources to help you and your family navigate the educational playing field. more

The Special Education Inner Circle podcast is hosted by Catherine Kahl, M.Ed, founder of the Master IEP Coach® Mentorship. Get your notebook ready as Catherine brings you real-world strategies for everyone at the IEP table. With her family's experience in the disability community and her journey from Special Education classroom teacher to IEP expert, Catherine knows what it takes to prepare students and families for the future. Get ready to be inspired and learn actionable steps you can take immediately to change your special education experience. more

Casey Cassandra are a pair of best friends with the same rare disease. Their goal is simple: sharing their lives to showcase the beauty and normalcy in disability, while having fun together. They'll also touch on accessibility, friendships, style, and everything in between as they live their best, rare, lives! more

The Major Pain podcast is a collection of interviews from people living with chronic illness and disability. Our goal is to spread awareness, empathy and community around experiences often lived through in isolation. Through sharing these stories important themes have become increasingly apparent, including the dangers of medical gaslighting, the importance of self-advocacy and the fact that none of us are in this alone. You can share your thoughts, your story, or inquire about appearing on the show at majorpainpodcast@gmail.com. more

This biweekly series from the Learning Disabilities Association of America features individuals with learning disabilities, researchers, parents, educators, and other experts to discuss the latest LD research, strategies, lived experiences, and more!  more

This is the podcast where we speak about critical issues in the blindness community. Help 1 person today help 1 million people tomorrow!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/aaron-s-opinion--5920599/support. more

Welcome to the Listen for LIFE Aphasia Podcast, where you're among friends who understand the journey of aphasia. If the word 'aphasia' is familiar, then you're in the right place. Join us as we embark on a journey filled with knowledge, inspiration, invaluable resources, and unwavering support.Feeling isolated or overwhelmed by the day-to-day challenges? You're not alone. The Listen for LIFE Aphasia podcast is your sanctuary, designed to uplift and empower you through every step of your journey. Through insightful conversations and uplifting stories, we'll provide the guidance and encouragement you need to embrace life to its fullest.In life, they say it takes a village. Consider this podcast your village—a place where understanding, compassion, and empowerment converge. Together, we'll navigate the twists and turns, celebrating triumphs and overcoming obstacles because here, your journey is our journey.Welcome home—to the Listen for LIFE Aphasia Podcast, where every voice matters. more

'Navigating Life with Vision Loss' is an AINC original podcast. In this weekly podcast, we answer your questions on a variety of topics surrounding vision loss. Need to know what to do in standing up for yourself? Wondering how to find a counselor or therapist? Do you need to know how to fill out patient forms in a crowded doctor's office? This show is for you. We're giving a voice to the challenges faced by people with blindness or vision loss. We're here as a resource for you, your family, and your friends. This service is made possible by generous donations. Consider supporting us at www.aftersight.orgto help keep these resources free. Aftersight also provides free white canes, support groups, and more, all thanks to contributions from our community. more

As an above knee amputee for the past 2 years, and having been knocked down due to multiple surgeries the 7 years prior to that, I am now living my best and most active lifestyle. Here I will show you how I overcame the odds, give you assistance on how you can reach your physical and mental goals and also elicit the help of medical professions and others who have been down this road. I want you to realize your potential and face your fears so you, too, can live like a warrior.BAWarrior360@gmail.com more

The Water Prairie Chronicles podcast is a valuable resource for parents of children with disabilities and special needs. Hosted by Tonya Wollum, the podcast features interviews with a variety of guests, including adults who have grown up with disabilities, parents of children with disabilities, and organizations that support families with special needs. Topics covered on the podcast include a wide range of disabilities, such as visual impairment, deaf and hard of hearing, cerebral palsy, spina bifida, down syndrome, dwarfism, dyslexia, narcolepsy, albinism, low vision, blindness, adaptive sports, inclusive programs, books on inclusion and disabilities, autism, dysgraphia, ADHD, IEPs, speech delays, and more. The podcast aims to provide parents with a supportive community and the information they need to help their children thrive. Whether you are looking for advice, inspiration, or just a listening ear, the Water Prairie Chronicles podcast is a great choice. more

Radio Eye is a reading service for people who are blind or have other disabilities that make it difficult to read printed material. AARP is a weekly half-hour reading of AARP Magazine and AARP Bulletin.This is produced by Radio Eye under the Chafee Amendment to the Copyright Act which states that authorized entities that are governmental or nonprofit organizations whose primary mission is to provide copyrighted works in specialized formats to blind or disabled people. By continuing to listen, you verify you have an eligible print-reading disability. more

Everyone on the planet needs air to survive. Bold Blind Beauty adopted the acronym A.I.R. (Access, Inclusion, and Representation) because it's essential for people with disabilities not only to survive but to thrive. Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R. is clearing the air for more A.I.R. more

Need Project is a non-profit dedicated to families with special needs children and adults. On our monthly podcast we interview non-profits organizations and professionals who are supporting individuals and families dealing with disabilities. more

The DODD Podcast, hosted by Nate Turner, shares resources, stories, and information for Ohioans with developmental disabilities. Stay connected. Stay informed. Stay empowered. more

Are you an adult with learning disabilities (LD) or dyslexia? Do you often feel invisible in your everyday life because no one understands you? Have you been told you have LD—but don't know what that means? Do you work with, teach, or live with someone who has LD? If so, these podcasts are for you! Each episode is full of practical, free tips and tricks to challenge and inspire you. We'll share laughs, stories, and ideas that you can use today in your own life. I'm a professor who has been doing research and teaching in special education for over 30 years. Let's get started on this journey together…… more

Special Chronicles Presents: Unified at work, an original series featuring conversations about inclusive employment. Based on the groundbreaking global partnership between Special Olympics and United Airlines, the Unified at work series is sponsored by Bridge, one of United's business resource groups connecting people of all abilities. Tap Play or ApplePodcasts icons to hear the podcast — Available on any mobile device now to FOLLOW so you don't miss a new episode! more

First impressions can take only 6 seconds to make! But if you're neurodivergent, those quick judgments about you can be misleading.That's where the Beyond 6 Seconds podcast comes in! Join me, Carolyn Kiel, as I talk with neurodivergent entrepreneurs, creators, advocates & more about their lives and identities. Their stories shatter misconceptions, break stigma and showcase the vibrance of neurodiversity. more

Radio Eye is a reading service for people who are blind or have other disabilities that make it difficult to read printed material. New York Times is read Monday-Friday.This is produced by Radio Eye under the Chafee Amendment to the Copyright Act which states that authorized entities that are governmental or nonprofit organizations whose primary mission is to provide copyrighted works in specialized formats to blind or disabled people. By continuing to listen, you verify you have an eligible print-reading disability. more

This podcast contains information for caregivers and providers regarding Down syndrome. Hosted by Dr. Kishore Vellody, Medical Director of the Down Syndrome Center of Western Pennsylvania and former President of the National Down Syndrome Congress. more

Setting the standard in Service Dogs.Victoria is one of the top names in the service dog industry. She is Executive Director of Hope Service Dogs, Inc, a 501(c)(3) non profit that breeds, raises and trains the best golden retriever service dogs.While HSD specializes in started service puppies and dysautonomia (POTS), we train for a variety of disabilities. Pups can go home at 8 weeks old to work with owner & trainer or stay to continue working with our service dog trainers.All service puppy prospects go home with Victoria Warfel's online course found at servicedog.teachable.com. more

A weekly half-hour program about products, services and daily living tips of interest to people with visual impairments more

Would you like to download Freedom Scientific's audio training content on your smart phone or mobile device? Want the convenience of listening to the step by step instructional demos we provide on your Amazon Echo or Google Home device? The Freedom Scientific Training podcast places hours of free audio training content right at your fingertips. You can listen to free lessons on a variety of topics ranging from basic Windows 10 to Advanced tasks in Microsoft Excel. Simply subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, or for further instructions on how to listen visit blog.freedomscientific.com. more

Weekly reading of National Geographic Magazine produced by Radio Eye under the Chafee Amendment to the Copyright Act which states that authorized entities that are governmental or nonprofit organizations whose primary mission is to provide copyrighted works in specialized formats to blind or disabled people. By continuing to listen, you verify you have an eligible print-reading disability. more

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Kids of color who have ADHD and other common learning differences often face a double stigma. But there's a lot that families can do to address the opportunity gap in our communities. Host Julian Saavedra is a father of two. He's also an assistant principal who has spent nearly 20 years working in public schools. Join Saavedra as he talks with parents and experts and offers tips to help you advocate for your child. more

The Penny Forward podcast is a show about blind people building bright futures one penny at a time. Together, we're learning to be successful in our personal, professional, and financial lives. more

The STRIVECast is a new podcast brought to you by the team at STRIVE in South Portland, Maine — bringing you engaging, hilarious, and thoughtful conversation through one interview week by week. Co-Hosted by two young men with Down Syndrome, the STRIVECast aims to change the voices we typically hear on the radio and through podcasts, as well as to provide meaningful dialogues with all sorts of public figures in our world. We are very proud to be both hosted AND edited by people with disabilities! Like what you hear? Shoot us an email at strivecast@pslstrive.org! more

Assistive Technology Update—a weekly dose of information that keeps you up to date on the latest developments in the field of technology designed to assist individuals with disabilities and special needs. more

The experts at Easterseals Crossroads answer your assistive technology questions! Call 317-721-7124 or tweet with #ATFAQ to ask your question! more

Welcome to 'The Blind Chick,' where hosts Penn and Moses Street navigate the world of vision loss with humor, heart, and resilience. Penn, who began her journey into vision loss at the age of nine, is joined weekly by amazing members of the blind community sharing stories of hope, love, and triumph. Conversations range from informative insights to tales of denial and grief, forming a supportive community. Join us to discover that life doesn't end with vision loss; it's an opportunity to thrive. Subscribe now for a podcast that goes beyond challenges to showcase the vibrant and resilient lives led by 'The Blind Chick' community. It's time to embrace life, laugh, and learn that there is indeed life 'AFTER sight.' This service is made possible by generous donations. Consider supporting us at www.aftersight.orgto help keep these resources free. Aftersight also provides free white canes, support groups, and more, all thanks to contributions from our community. more

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We record podcasts on assistive technology and products and services which we find of interest. We specialize in providing comprehensive tools for people who are blind and visually impaired to become empowered to maximize the use of their access technology while having fun doing it. more

A podcast where we discuss the uncensored and often irreverent reality about raising children with disabilities. We invite you to join Alma and Iris, two moms who have nothing in common except that they are always right and have everything under control. NOT! No topic is off limits so bring it on in your comments and suggestions for future episodes. You're a part of our journey. more

Fighting my inner Demons and trying to survive life or being legally blind and dealing with depression. I'm just trying to tell my story along with my friends and everyone else but I know that has a story that could help someone more

Listen in as we get the inside scoop from experts on a wide range of topics unique to vision loss. We will ask the questions that get to the heart of the matter for you... And have some fun along the way. Our host is Ricky Enger. To listen to this show on the telephone, call (847) 558-1317.Have an idea for a show? Contact us at 847-784-2870 or podcast@HadleyHelps.org more

This feed provides updates from the American Council of the Blind on its advocacy efforts.

Tuesday Topics is a weekly exploration of a single topic from a blindness perspective brought to you by the American Council of the Blind. Co-hosted by Paul Edwards and Rick Morin, this two-hour podcast features panelists and live questions and comments from the zoom audience. We hope to fully explore any topic we cover! Divergent opinions are encouraged! more

A podcast Hosted by Brian Fischler, Ed Plumacher, and Allison Meloy discussing the good and bad of assistive technology for the low vision and totally blind. Key topics include Apple's VoiceOver, Amazon's VoiceView, Windows Narrator, Freedom Scientific Jaws, Described Video, and basically any product that talks to you. We are not NPR, as we are an entertainment technology show. more

We're the UK's leading dementia charity. We provide information and support, improve care, fund research, and create lasting change for people affected by dementia more

Welcome to VISAbilities, Visually Impaired Seniors' Abilities. Each week we discuss topics of interest to people with either long time or recent sight loss or blindness. Our live program is held every Friday night at 7 PM Eastern. For additional information, please email to VISAbilities50@gmail.com or visit our website at www.VISAbilities.net. We love your feedback and suggestions. more

Join Chad Chelius and Dax Castro (CHAX) as they chat about important document accessibility topics, trends and maybe even complain a little now and again. more

Michael Quaglia and friends interview a variety of guests on topics relevant to the Young Onset Parkinson's community. Mike's co-hosts include Mike Achin, Heather Kennedy and others. Mike was diagnosed in 2006 at 42 with YOPD and has co-hosted the 'Two Mike's Parkinson's Podcast' since 2016. Over those years he has interviewed hundreds of well known people in the Parkinson's community such as: Maryum Ali, Jimmy Choi, Brian Grant, Bill Rasmussen (ESPN founder) as well as Michael Okun and Ray Dorsey (authors of Ending Parkinson's). Unlike most interviews, these discussions are unrehearsed and off the cuff. Mike has a special gift at putting his guests at ease in an open forum that at times goes in unexpected directions making for a very entertaining show. YOPN is excited to add Mike and friends to our family! more

Kessler Foundation - Changing the lives of people with disabilities through research in stroke, brain injury, multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury and by funding innovative programs that promote employment for people with disabilities. Podcasts are from various consumer and professional lectures presented by our researchers and guest lecturers. more

A resource for performers, professors, directors, and talent agencies in show business to learn how blind performers can and do achieve success in the arts. We've interviewed musicians, actors, dancers, stage managers and more here on Scene Change so check us out and share the knowledge! Together, we will create a more accessible performance space for people with disabilities. Email scenechangenfb@gmail.com for questions or to be featured in an upcoming episode. more

Technology from a Blindness Perspective

Daily, digital coverage of the latest SMA news and perspectives.

Welcome to the Special Needs Kids are People Too! Podcast with Amy Bodkin, EdS. Amy is an Autistic adult who also happens to be a School Psychologist turned Special Needs Consultant and Public Speaker! Amy is an Advocate for seeing every child as a person, not a diagnosis because a special needs kid is just like any other child, just more so! You can find out more about Amy's advocacy work at AmyBodkin.com. more

The Braille Monitor covers the events and activities of the NFB, addresses the issues we face as blind people, and highlights our members. more

The Friends for Life Podcast dives deep into the topic of Developmental Disabilities, and also discusses topics such as hard work, motivation and entrepreneurship for those who are disabled. more

Stories and profiles of compelling people impacted by all degrees of vision loss and disability. Plus, Reid explores his own experiences becoming blind as an adult in his unique way pairing his words with audio and sound design. more

Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) is a state agency that empowers people with disabilities through employment, disability determinations, and independence. Join Kim Jump as she interviews unique individuals who discovered OOD Works! Have a disability? Want to work? www.OODWorks.com. more

A podcast created by Marissa Nissley, a legally blind recent college graduate with albinism, that will change the way you think about blindness. Episodes discuss interdependence, accessibility, and disability justice. more

This Crip Life is a podcast that takes a deep dive into the lives of incredible people who just so happen to live with disabilities. We share information and stories concerning human rights, activism, and purpose with informed research and humor. As opposed to feeling sorry for us, we are overcoming the obstacles we face on a day-to-day basis, and we are intent on persevering. Just because someone is living with a disability. doesn't mean their incapable.Far from it!!!!! PG14 cuz we often say it like it isREMEMBER DISABLED PEOPLE ARE PEOPLE!!! more

Competitive employment and empowerment for people with disabilities is the emphasis of this show. Broadcast live and captioned in real-time for individuals who are deaf and hard of hearing, we discuss how people with disabilities can secure career opportunities, and how employers, organizations and individuals can support employment and empowerment of people with disabilities. more

Meet the experts on the frontlines: individuals with first-hand experiences facing a range of challenges. Their personal stories not only provide unique insights but also open up new possibilities for how we navigate our own lives. more

The Traipsin' Global On Wheels Podcast Hour is dedicated to helping connect people with mobility to themselves and to the people around them at an emotional and spiritual level. This podcast seeks to release content that is empowering, encouraging and inspiring in order to help people create the kind of meaningful, fulfilling and successful life they most desire despite the infrastructural and attitudinal barriers around us. If you have any questions/inquiries about the podcast please email traipsinglobalonwheels@gmail.com more

Dr. Cal Roberts, President and CEO of Lighthouse Guild, the leading provider of exceptional services that inspire people who are visually impaired to attain their goals, interviews inventors, developers and entrepreneurs who have innovative tech ideas and solutions to help improve the lives of people with vision loss. more

In the relatively new and constantly evolving field of designing for human health, there is a need for access to the most current information and resources. This Podcast provides a forum for Inclusive Designers to exchange ideas, discuss design considerations, and share solutions for the challenges they face in creating healthy environments for people living with certain human conditions. Fact: 1-in-4 Americans have some sort of 'disability' … these can include issues associated with Aging; Alzheimers; Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD); Autism; brain injuries; cognitive disabilities; paraplegia; PTSD; and visual acuity, to name just a few. This series looks at the biological aspects of both home and office environments to discover ways to make them healthier using methods such as movement, biophilia, sound, and lighting. It tackles topics such as universal design; health and design for the homeless; and city living. In addition, it addresses matters of environmental overall health, such as the dangers of furniture off gassing; resins; and electric magnetic fields (EMFs). The aim of this podcast is to fill the gap among designers who create environments for health and well-being, and to establish a collaborative forum for discussing these ideas. And when appropriate, some episodes may even include a little fun. more

Host and creative director Gil Gershoni explores the intersection of dyslexia and creativity with guests from a wide range of industries.This season, you'll hear from a rocket scientist, a political consultant, an ad executive, an expert in inclusive space design and the founder of a conference for neurodiversity in tech. All dyslexic. All making big moves throughout the world. You'll also hear from nondyslexics like the authors of an influential book that's reshaping the way we think about dyslexia. more

Welcome to Parenting Impossible, the podcast dedicated to empowering and supporting the disability community. Hosted by Annette Hines, this podcast was born out of a mission to combat the scattered and sometimes inaccurate information that parents and caregivers of disabled adult children often face.In each episode, we delve into the pressing questions and concerns that weigh on the minds of the entire special needs community including those with autism, intellectual disabilities, physical disabilities, mental health issues and more. From navigating the complexities of special needs trusts and planning for the future to addressing the fundamental question of 'How will my child be okay when I cannot do this anymore?'—we leave no stone unturned.Attorney Annette Hines is a special needs mom, author of the best-selling book Butterflies and Second Chances, national expert speaker, writer and contributor to publications, and founder of the Special Needs Law Group based In Massachusetts. She shares personal insights and her guests (parents, siblings, and experts and sometimes parents who are experts!) discuss many issues facing the special needs community including raising children with different abilities, transitioning into adulthood, sibling challenges and how to effectively navigate the complex systems in our world. We're not just here to talk; we're here to make a difference.In a society where the disabled and their caregivers are often devalued, Parenting Impossible stands as a beacon of advocacy and support dedicated to giving compassionate advice for all stages of life. Join us as we tackle the challenges, break down barriers, and strive to create a more informed and compassionate world for the disability community. Because when it comes to parenting in the face of impossibility, you're not alone—we're here with you. more

My Friend Autism with Orion Kelly is a podcast raising the level of understanding, appreciation and acceptance of the Autistic community. more

Talk Fragile X Podcast exists to provide a platform for families and Fragile X experts to share their knowledge, resources, and experiences, all in the hopes of creating more awareness, advocacy, and support of Fragile X Syndrome! Even if you don't know what Fragile X Syndrome is, this Podcast is for you! I want everyone to know what Fragile X is and understand it's genetic prevalence in individuals lives. more

NYMA is the story of one family's experiences with autism through a multi-generational lens. Hosted by a woman who is both the older sibling to a non-verbal man living with autism and now the mother of two children on the autism spectrum, NYMA takes on topics like autism awareness now compared to thirty years ago, past and current treatments, allies, special education pre-Covid-19 and during Covid-19, disability rights broken down by zip code, marriage therapy along the autism journey, intersectionality of race and disability, corporate inclusion efforts and much more. more

What life is really like as a full-time special needs mom and caregiver? Come...Have a Moment with Moni! ☕️? more

This is my life with all its trials and tribulations as a person who stutters. I believe in the power of positivity and I use it in my daily struggles with stuttering. I truly believe that it is OK to stutter and that I can accomplish any goal in my life with a positive mindset. As a husband, a father, a USAF Gulf War Veteran, and as an entrepreneur, I use many tools in my tool belt to become successful in all my endeavors. My goal is to share my journey so that others can see it is possible to be confident, determined, and live a life of positivity. If you are a PWS, you are not alone! more

Spastic Chatter is a platform meant to feature stories from those in the Cerebral Palsy community. I will be getting together with individuals with CP (Like Myself) to have a kind of uncensored chat if you will about what it's really like to have this type of disability. more

Host Dr. Grace Ambrose-Zaken, President and CEO Safe Toddles non-profit and inventor of the Pediatric Belt Cane for blind toddlers discusses why her mission is to make walking safer for toddlers with a mobility visual impairment or blindness.  Listen to: Interviews with families, professionals, adults who grew up with a mobility visual impairment or blindness, and more. For more information about this blog contact: 845-244-6600, info@safetoddles.org more

Two different generations discuss their experiences navigating their lives through the lens of dyslexia. Shawn Apostel, a college professor, and Jacob Schuhmann, business executive, discuss multiple areas of life from work, education, social norms, and how far they can push their director's last nerve. more

Being an author is an interesting experience, try being an author confined to a wheelchair.John Wood, author of 'A Fight To Survive' talks about everything from living life with a disability to figuring out how to tell your story on your own with his tell all podcast! So join us on the John Wood author podcast more

The Let's Roll Podcast is a platform dedicated to shedding light on the challenges faced by individuals living with disabilities. Through my personal experiences, I will provide insight and share my opinions on various topics related to disability and beyond. Join me for an insightful and thought-provoking discussion on the diverse aspects of living with a disability.' more