Hey, welcome to an episode of Crippled by Culture, where we talk about everything in life and relate it to the disability and chronically ill community. My name is Sean Gold and I am author, advocate, and nonverbal public speaker for the disability community.

Today I would like to thank Adam Ross for being my voice in this episode. In this episode, we are talking about the intersections of disability, non disabled family members, and finding disabled Role models.

Guest Bio: Kelley Coleman is a feature film development executive turned author, whose book Everything No One Tells You About Parenting a Disabled Child: Your Guide to the Systems, Services, and Supports comes out March 12, 2024. Stemming from her own experience, her book gives practical templates, outlines, and worksheets for how to navigate all the paperwork and red tape that can come with getting your child the supports they need, and includes interviews with over 40 top disability experts. Kelley serves on committees for Children's Hospital Los Angeles, the Los Angeles Unified School District, and service dog organization Canine Companions.

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Hey, welcome to an episode of Crippled by Culture, where we talk about everything in life and relate it to the disability and chronically ill community. My name is Sean Gold and I am author, advocate, and nonverbal public speaker for the disability community.

Today I would like to thank Josh Rettig for being my voice in this episode. In this episode, we are talking about the intersections of disability and psychology. Now Let’s get to today’s amazing guest.

Guest bio: Malakai (he/they) is a public speaker, writer and mental health advocate ; who is working toward becoming a licensed therapist to help bridge the gaps between the disability and LGBTQIA+ communities. Malakai holds a Bachelors in Psychology from the University of Nebraska and a graduate certificate in Child and Adolescent Psychology from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology. He is currently pursing a Master’s of Social Work at Capella University. He currently resides in Southern California.

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Hey, welcome to an episode of Crippled by Culture, where we talk about everything in life and relate it to the disability and chronically ill community. My name is Sean Gold and I am an author, advocate, and nonverbal public speaker for the disability community.

Today I would like to thank Adam Ross for being my voice in this episode. In this episode, we are talking about the intersections of disability, mental health, and dating.

Guest bio: Tye Martin is a 34-year-old with muscular dystrophy and he has a PhD in Biomedical Engineering. His research focused on Alzheimer’s and disability tech research and development. He was hospitalized with a septic gallbladder in 2021 and placed on a ventilator. Tye lost his ability to talk, eat, and use my wheelchair. Fast forward to today and He’s able to drink his favorite iced latte and eat chips and guacamole.

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Hey, welcome to an episode of Crippled by Culture, where we talk about everything in life and relate it to the disability and chronically ill community. My name is Sean Gold and I am author, advocate, and nonverbal public speaker for the disability community.

Today I would like to thank Adam Ross for being my voice in this episode. In this episode, we are talking about the intersections of disability, Alternative music and concerts.

Guest bio: At the self-proclaimed “intersection of emo and chronically ill,” Valerie is an advocate and content creator passionate about music, inclusivity, and educating others about disability.

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Hey, welcome to an episode of Crippled by Culture, where we talk about everything in life and relate it to the disabled and chronically ill community. My name is Sean Gold and I am an author, advocate, and nonverbal public speaker for the disability community.

Today I would like to thank Adam Ross for being my voice in this episode. In this episode, we are talking about the intersections of disability, The medical system, Black pain, and community organizing.

Guest Bio: Dr. Punch loves to heal. Educated in medicine at the University of Connecticut and trained in surgery at the Shock Trauma Center in Baltimore, this desire to heal has brought to life a career with a three-fold focus: education, trauma, and healing. Moving to Ferguson post-Ferguson, he collaborated with numerous stakeholders to create “The T”, a community of health promoting holistic healing from trauma related to bullet injuries and overdose in St. Louis. The T transforms healthcare delivery through education and anti-racist, relationship-based education, engagement, and direct care. This includes the creation of The Bullet Related Injury Clinic (BRIC) and The KEY, a harm reduction program with a focus on overdose risk, both centering the experience of Black men because #BlackPainMatters.

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Hey, welcome to an episode of Crippled by Culture, where we talk about everything in life and relate it to the disabled and chronically ill community. My name is Sean Gold and I am an author, advocate, and nonverbal public speaker for the disability community.

Today I would like to thank Adam Ross for being my voice in this episode. In this episode, we are talking about the intersections of disability, Racism within our community, Ableism in the medical field, and disability justice.

Guest Bio: Mary Fashik is a Lebanese born, queer disability rights activist, author, public speaker, and workshop facilitator. She founded Upgrade Accessibility in 2019, a social justice movement designed to challenge today’s accessibility standards. Since its inception, the movement has grown and broadened its lens to include disability rights and Disability Justice with a focus on intersectionality and equity. Through a variety of workshops and trainings, Mary helps companies understand how deeply rooted ableism is in their organizational structure and how to implement important changes. In 2021, she was named an honoree on Diversability’s D-30 Disability Impact List, where she now works as their Community Engagement Manager. She is also the creator and host of The Politics of Disability podcast which was chosen as Best Interview Podcast at the 2022 Astoria Film Festival.

FestAbility: https://www.festability.org/

FOLLOW MARY:

https://linktr.ee/upgradeaccessibility

[email protected]

Sean's links:

https://linktr.ee/authorseangold

Hey, welcome to an episode of Crippled by Culture, where we talk about everything in life and relate it to the disabled and chronically ill community. My name is Sean Gold and I am an author, advocate, and nonverbal public speaker for the disability community.

Today I would like to thank Adam Ross for being my voice in this episode. In this episode, we are talking about the intersections of disability, Racism within our community, Ableism in the medical field, and disability justice.

Guest Bio: Mary Fashik is a Lebanese born, queer disability rights activist, author, public speaker, and workshop facilitator. She founded Upgrade Accessibility in 2019, a social justice movement designed to challenge today’s accessibility standards. Since its inception, the movement has grown and broadened its lens to include disability rights and Disability Justice with a focus on intersectionality and equity. Through a variety of workshops and trainings, Mary helps companies understand how deeply rooted ableism is in their organizational structure and how to implement important changes. In 2021, she was named an honoree on Diversability’s D-30 Disability Impact List, where she now works as their Community Engagement Manager. She is also the creator and host of The Politics of Disability podcast which was chosen as Best Interview Podcast at the 2022 Astoria Film Festival.

FestAbility: https://www.festability.org/

FOLLOW MARY:

https://linktr.ee/upgradeaccessibility

[email protected]

Sean's links:

https://linktr.ee/authorseangold