Twenty-First Century Disability

Twenty-First Century Disability is the podcast that explores how the modern world is changing the way society sees disability. As technology, culture, and accessibility continue to evolve, we’re beginning to see disability through a social model perspective—focusing not just on the individual, but on the barriers society creates. Join us as we challenge assumptions, break down barriers, and explore what disability means in the twenty-first century.

Podcasting since 2023 • 42 episodes

Twenty-First Century Disability

Latest Episodes

People for a Reason, People for a Season — A Conversation with Daniel Hodges

In this episode of 21st Century Disability, I sit down with Daniel Hodges, who grew up in northeastern Ohio and now lives in Texas. Daniel lives with retinitis pigmentosa and chronic pain, and throughout his life, he has had to navigate the phy...

September 29, 2026 • Season 6 • Episode 2 • 43:43

From the Classroom to Kill Tony: Yehee Son, Math Teacher by Day, Comedian by Night

Episode 1: From Math Class to Kill Tony: Yehee Son Finds Her FunnyWelcome back to Twenty-First Century Disability! We are kicking off Season 6 with a conversation with Yehee Son, a young comedian and math teacher from Houston, Te...

September 15, 2026 • Season 6 • Episode 1 • 36:40

Is Disability a Part of Me or All of Me? A Conversation With Anna Schmid

Guest: Anna SchmidLength: 49:33Episode Summary:In this personal and reflective episode, we explore the question: Would we be the same people we are today if we did not have our disabilities?Rathe...

May 19, 2026 • Season 5 • Episode 9 • 49:33

Roddey Or Not, Work Has to Change

Guest: Roddey HarbLength: 37:09Episode Summary:In this episode, Roddey Harb discusses how big businesses are adapting—or still need to adapt—to create accessible offices. He notes that accessibility is ...

May 05, 2026 • Season 5 • Episode 8 • 37:09

More Than Mobility with Dr Zack Yarde: Why Accessibility Includes the Words We Read

Guest: Dr Zack YardeLength: 35:05Episode SummaryIn this episode, Dr Zack Yarde explores accessibility from a broader, more inclusive perspective. While many people think of accessibility in terms of ramps,...

April 14, 2026 • Season 5 • Episode 7 • 35:05

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