Today’s episode we discuss ableism and how our language oftentimes reinforce ableism. Yes, there are moments where we got off track but hey it’s still important information 🤷🏾‍♀️

We have included a link of words we encourage to look over and we challenge you to think of alternative words to use. Remember, our words can contribute to oppression and violence so try your best to be conscious of your words. We are all going to make mistakes and it happens just apologize and do better.

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List of Ableist Words - http://web.augsburg.edu/english/writinglab/Avoiding_Ableist_Language.pdf

Shahem’s Tik Tok we referenced in the show - https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMeX9kmwt/

Today’s episode we discuss disability representation in film. We also go over the definition of inspiration porn and how it feeds into the harmful imagery of disabled folks. Shoutout to Stella Young (RIP) for coining the term.

We discuss a few popular movies and decide rather or not it is representation or inspiration porn. We also challenge the film industry to do better and hire disabled folks to control their narratives. If it can’t be done, then don’t make the story.

Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram and Twitter @justalittlepod for updates on the show. You can also email us at [email protected] we would love to hear from our listeners. If you believe in our project and want to support us, you can donate to our Venmo @justalittlepod 💛

Thanks to everyone who listened to our first episode!

⚠️⛔️ TRIGGER WARNING ⛔️ ⚠️

This episode contains some sensitive information please advise.

Listen to us rant about the term “special needs” and Derrick Jaxn.

We talk about the history of disability rights starting from Colonial America, institutionalization, eugenics, something strangely called the “Ugly Law”, separation of disabled kids in public schools, disabled veterans returning to the U.S. after WW1, disability rights laws that were passed (Rehabilitation Act of 1972, IDEA, ADA and Section 504) and how it still impacts the disability community currently.

We also discuss what to do moving forward. Some suggestions on how to advocate for the disability community.

If you want a great documentary to watch about the fight for Disability Rights we recommend Crip Camp🏕 on Netflix.

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Check out Toria’s interview with Texas Metro News Reporter Jírah Nicole on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iOXtYpobv1Y&t=5s

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Our next episode in two weeks will be about depictions of disabled people in the media.

Sources: https://sailhelps.org/a-brief-timeline-of-the-history-of-disabilities-the-shameful-treatment-of-people-with-disabilities/

https://www.adl.org/education/resources/backgrounders/disability-rights-movement

https://dredf.org/504-sit-in-20th-anniversary/short-history-of-the-504-sit-in/

Thanks again!

Toria & Ronisha.

We started a podcast, ya'll. Welcome to "Just a Little Pod" or "Just a Little" (it's a working title, okay). We are two best friends discussing all things disability. One of the hosts is disabled and the other is abled-bodied. We hope to bring some fruitful information to our listeners while also bringing laughter. For this first episode, you get to know us and how we became best friends. You'll also get to know what to expect in the upcoming episodes.

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