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Everything You Know About Disability Is Wrong

Easterseals
Everything You Know About Disability is Wrong is a podcast for the disability community by the disability community, hosted by two disabled women. But if you’re not disabled, listen in to learn about real issues, celebrations, and conversations disabled people are having in their communities. Powered by Easterseals.
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Episodes

Lachi

Erin and Lily are joined by award-winning recording artist, Youtuber and disability advocate Lachi. Lachi talks about her DEI work in the music industry and the nuances of ableism as it relates to trauma, class, race, and gender.

Jan 03, 202456 minSeason 2Ep. 5

Collette Divitto

Collette Divitto, founder and CEO of Collettey’s Cookies, turned her love for baking into a successful business where half of the staff has a disability. She joins hosts Erin and Lily to chat about her successes, life as an entrepreneur, and the stigma many disabled people face while building their careers.

Jan 03, 202456 minSeason 2Ep. 4

Jillian Mercado

As a fashion model, actress, and disability rights advocate, Jillian has a lot going on! Throughout her career, she has encountered comments from strangers about her disability. Learn about how she became inspired by those experiences to create safe, inclusive spaces on social media.

Dec 21, 20231 hr 6 minSeason 2Ep. 3

Lindsey Rowe Parker

Lindsey Rowe Parker, author of the children’s book, “Wiggles, Stomps, and Squeezes Calm My Jitters Down,” joins the podcast to discuss why disability representation is important in children's literature. This episode also explores the often challenging road toward self-acceptance.

Nov 08, 202351 minSeason 2Ep. 2

Kaelynn Partlow

Kaelynn Partlow, autistic advocate and Senior Therapist at Project Hope Foundation, Inc., was featured on the Netflix series called, “Love on the Spectrum.” She joins hosts Erin and Lily to chat about neurodiversity, social media advocacy, and more!

Nov 01, 202338 minSeason 2Ep. 1

Vilissa Thompson

In this episode, we talk about disability pride with Vilissa Thompson, who is celebrating the 10 year anniversary of her work!

Jul 18, 202345 minSeason 1Ep. 6

Erin & Lily

In this special episode, hosts Erin and Lily bring on their romantic partners to chat about their love origin stories, dealing with conflict as multiply-disabled couples, and the importance of strong communication in a relationship.

Jun 15, 202344 minSeason 1Ep. 5

Dom Evans

Dom Evans (they/he) is a filmmaker, activist, public speaker, and writer. They dig deep into discussions with Erin and Lily about health care and mental health. Plus, a live declaration of love!

May 18, 202346 minSeason 1Ep. 4

Emily Ladau

Author of Demystifying Disability, Emily Ladau, discusses her experiences with ableism and invasive questions on dating apps, and dealing with breakups. Erin and Lily join Emily in sharing their cringiest first dates and how to know when love is real.

Apr 14, 202342 minSeason 1Ep. 3

Nic Novicki

Erin and Lily are in conversation with comedian, actor, and founder of the Easterseals Disability Film Challenge, Nic Novicki. Nic talks about being a father and husband while working in Hollywood, and how your priorities shift when becoming a parent. The group discusses authentic disability representation in movies, popcorn betrayal, and a love story so sweet that it ended up on the big screen!

Apr 14, 202335 minSeason 1Ep. 2

Jennifer Msumba

Erin and Lily speak with award-winning filmmaker, musician, and creator of the Everything You Know About Disability is Wrong theme song, Jennifer Msumba. Jennifer shares her experiences in unrequited love as an autistic woman. The three women chat openly about the awkwardness of dating, being true to yourself, and farts!

Apr 14, 202335 minSeason 1Ep. 1
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