Twenty-First Century Disability
Let's be honest. Life with a disability can be difficult. Luckily, we are living in the twenty-first century. This podcast is about how living in the modern world has helped people with disabilities to have fairly "normal" lives. Join me as we explore why this is and as I try to look at disability from a social model perspective and change how the world sees disability.
Episodes
36 episodes
Two Identities, One Fight—Danise Sugita on Surviving and Speaking Out
Content warning: This episode contains discussions of suicide and suicidal thoughts. If you or someone you know is struggling and you are living in Canada or the United States, please call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). You can al...
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Season 5
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Episode 5
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27:59
En Garde with Trinity Lowthian: Paris 2024 Paralympic Stories
Episode Summary:On this episode of 21st Century Disability, I sit down with Ottawa wheelchair fencer Trinity Lowthian to talk about how she became disabled, what it’s really like living with feeding tubes, and how she found her way into ...
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Season 5
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Episode 4
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28:23
Less ‘Whoa!’ More ‘Let’s Go’: Zeen for People Committed to Maintaining Mobility. A conversation with Rick Sherak
Episode SummaryIn this episode, Rick Sherak breaks down the safety and support features behind Zeen, a mobility device designed for people who are committed to maintaining or regaining their ability. We talk about how Zeen helps reduce c...
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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36:38
When the Body Limits, the Art Expands: Bucko on Muscular Dystrophy and Creativity
Episode SummaryChris "Bucko" Binkowski joins the show to talk about how muscular dystrophy shapes his day-to-day life—and how it also informs the way he makes music and visual art. We get into adaptation as a creative practice, the tools an...
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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40:25
Beyond the Brain: Zylo's Real Estate Playbook
Episode Overview: In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Zylo Marshall, a resilient individual who has confronted the challenges of living with brain damage since childhood. Zylo shares his personal experiences with bullying, the impact...
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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19:32
Hear, Hear! The Sweet Science Behind FLO True Balance
Episode Summary: In this captivating episode, we sit down with Michael Leung, the innovative mind behind The Flo Group and the FLO TrueBalance hearing aid. Michael shares his inspiring journey, which began with his own challe...
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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32:48
Unamic's Footprint: Crafting Adaptive Comfort
In this exciting episode, we welcome back our first returning guest, Christian Stylianou! Christian first joined us to share his insights into the world of adaptive fashion, and today, he's back to dive into his latest venture: Unamic Clothing....
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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30:15
Knot Your Average Knife: The NULU Experience
**Episode Summary:**In this episode of *21st Century Disability*, host Hollis Peirce sits down with American veteran Douglas Katz, whose years of service have left him with long-term upper body injuries, particularly affecting his shoulders...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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25:53
Access Denied: The Real Talk on Ableism and Inclusion
In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Anna Schmid, an expert in disability advocacy and workplace inclusion. Together, we explore the pervasive issue of ableism in the workplace, and in the real world. During our conversation we discus...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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33:05
Beyond the Diagnosis: Muscle Up with Zoe Harrison
In this episode, we sit down with the inspiring Zoe Harrison, host of the podcast *Dystrophy Diaries* and author of the book *One In A Million*. Together, we explore our personal journeys with our diagnoses and the unique challenges we faced du...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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22:58
Fashionably Inclusive: Victoria Scholz’s Style Revolution
**Episode Description:**Join us in this inspiring episode as we sit down with Victoria Scholz, an accessible fashion advocate who has been making waves in the fashion industry since the tender age of 15. With a master’s degree in sustainabl...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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33:22
Flexing the Future: How Robotic Arms Are Changing Lives. A Conversation With Laila Burns
**Podcast Episode Show Notes: The Future is Within Reach: Laila and Sielo Robotics** **Episode Overview:** In this episode, we dive into the inspiring journey of Laila and her pivotal role in founding Sielo Robotics, a g...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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33:05
Healing Hearts: The Role of a Chaplain in Complex Continuing Care
In this episode, we sit down with Roshene Lawson, a compassionate and dedicated chaplain at Bruyère Health Centretown Campus. Roshene shares her insights on the role of spirituality and emotional support in healthcare, especially in the context...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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23:58
Intimacy Unplugged: The Right to Love and Be Loved
In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Maria, a full-time wheelchair user with Spina Bifida and a devoted mother of two. Maria passionately discusses her campaign advocating for the sexual rights of disabled individuals, shedding light ...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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34:51
Savouring Success: Debra Erickson’s Recipe for Empowerment at The Blind Kitchen
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Debra Erickson, the owner of The Blind Kitchen, who shares her remarkable journey as a visually impaired chef, entrepreneur, and educator. Debra's passion for teaching visually impaired individuals ho...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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27:58
Manifesting Change: Tiffany Yu's Guide to an Anti-Ableist World
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Tiffany Yu, a passionate disability advocate who has made significant strides in the field of inclusivity and social justice. Tiffany shares her personal journey with disability and how it has shaped ...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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39:01
The Blind Blogger's Bookshelf: A Love for Literature
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Max Ivey, known as "the Blind Blogger," to explore his remarkable journey through life as someone with Retinitis Pigmentosa. Max shares his insights on reading, writing, and the importance of accessib...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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35:17
Verses and Voices: A Poet's Perspective on Schizophrenia
In this episode, we welcome special guest Dale Walsh, who shares his extraordinary journey of recovery from schizophrenia through the lens of his poetry. Dale offers insightful perspectives on living with mental illness, drawing from his person...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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33:03
Small Steps, Giant Leaps: Transformative Impact of Little Deeds
In this episode of Twenty-First Century Living, Greg and Hollis explore the unique career path of Greg Cantori, whose journey from bicycle repairman to advocate for aging-in-place has reshaped the landscape of home safety. Discover how Greg's k...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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39:24
Fragile Frames, Unbreakable Art: A Brush with Resilience
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Katherine Klimatas, a talented graphic designer who shares her journey of creativity and entrepreneurship. Katherine, a graduate of Loyola University, has not only built a successful business but also...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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27:10
Wheels of Change: Andrew Gurza's Queer Spin on Disability Advocacy
In this episode of Twenty-First Century Disability, Hollis sits down with Andrew Gurza, a prominent disability awareness consultant, to delve into his impactful career and personal experiences. Join us as we explore a range of topics that are n...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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35:21
Touch-Free and Barrier-Free: A Chat with Rob Dotten
Welcome to another enlightening episode of Twenty-First Century Disability, where today, we take a deep dive into a realm that is as inspiring as it is innovative—accessible technology. Join us as we chat with Rob Dotten, the dynamic director o...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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37:24
Behind the Smile: Dr. Jeff Preston on the Joker and Mental Health in Batman Films
In this compelling episode of Twenty-First Century Disability, we welcome Dr. Jeff Preston, a distinguished professor of Disability Studies at Western University. Dr. Preston discusses his insightful research on the depiction of mental health i...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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45:10
BONUS EPISODE! Featuring Stuart Mackay
This episode features Mr Stuart Mackay, who is currently campaigning to be the Ontario Liberal Party's candidate in Ottawa Centre. He is passionate about his community, and he spoke with us about his passion for more disability rights in Ontari...
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21:21
Parasports In the Community
The Paralympic Games is an amazing event. However, when they are done these amazing adaptive sports virtually disappear. This episode of Twenty-First Century Disability looks at these parasports from a community, or grassroots level. This episo...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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30:37
