Disability is not just one story. It’s an amalgamation of different experiences. How do these experiences shape our perspective and why is it important to acknowledge them?

Bill Mathis is a writer from Beloit, Wisconsin who recently published his first fictional novel “Face Your Fears.” He explains how the book challenges perceptions of disability, sexuality and identity. And, he discusses his motivation for the book, reflecting on his past career working with youth with disabilities and shares his personal coming out story.

This is the August 17, 2018 episode.