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Introducing Disability Disrupted

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In the inaugural episode of Disability Disrupted, hosts Nate and Rissa introduce their podcast, focusing on disability rights, advocacy, and personal experiences with neurodivergence. They share their journeys of self-discovery, the challenges faced growing up, and their motivations for advocating for change in the disability community. The episode emphasizes the importance of discussing disability rights as human rights and the need for greater accessibility and inclusion in society.

Takeaways

  • Disability rights are at risk in 2025.
  • DEI programs are under attack.
  • Medicaid funding is in danger of being cut.
  • Disabled voices are often ignored.
  • Personal stories are crucial for understanding disability.
  • Advocacy is essential for change.
  • Masking is a common experience for neurodivergent individuals.
  • Accommodations should not need justification.
  • The podcast aims to challenge outdated narratives.
  • Disability rights are human rights.

00:00

Introduction to Disability Disrupted

02:11

Personal Stories of Neurodivergence

06:27

The Journey of Advocacy and Change

  continue reading

3 episodes

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Manage episode 471230318 series 3652620
Content provided by Nate and Rissa. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Nate and Rissa or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://staging.podcastplayer.com/legal.

In the inaugural episode of Disability Disrupted, hosts Nate and Rissa introduce their podcast, focusing on disability rights, advocacy, and personal experiences with neurodivergence. They share their journeys of self-discovery, the challenges faced growing up, and their motivations for advocating for change in the disability community. The episode emphasizes the importance of discussing disability rights as human rights and the need for greater accessibility and inclusion in society.

Takeaways

  • Disability rights are at risk in 2025.
  • DEI programs are under attack.
  • Medicaid funding is in danger of being cut.
  • Disabled voices are often ignored.
  • Personal stories are crucial for understanding disability.
  • Advocacy is essential for change.
  • Masking is a common experience for neurodivergent individuals.
  • Accommodations should not need justification.
  • The podcast aims to challenge outdated narratives.
  • Disability rights are human rights.

00:00

Introduction to Disability Disrupted

02:11

Personal Stories of Neurodivergence

06:27

The Journey of Advocacy and Change

  continue reading

3 episodes

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