hi hello hey, and brace yourselves for some disabiliTEA.

Discrimination is a topic we wish we didn’t have so much experience with, but it’s an unavoidable reality we face as disabled women. On this episode, we’re diving into some of the most frustrating and heartbreaking situations we’ve endured.

From being denied rideshare services because of a guide dog to shocking moments in our professional lives, we’re sharing stories that highlight just how far we still have to go toward accessibility and inclusion. And if you think you’ve heard it all, we’re even dropping a couple of never-before-shared bombshells.

We touched on discrimination in our job-related episode some time back and a few months ago when we shared the painful details of our experience at Disneyland. This episode builds on that conversation; discrimination isn’t just a one-time event—it leaves a lasting impact.

Listen to this episode to hear our stories, reflect on the broader issues, and be reminded why advocacy matters.

We’re thrilled to announce that this episode is sponsored by Aira! Aira provides visual interpreting assistance directly through your phone, and now it’s available at Walmart. Whether you’re shopping in person or online at Walmart.com, you can use Aira for free to make your holiday shopping easier.

Ready to give it a try? Download Aira on the App Store for iOS or the Google Play Store for Android today!

hi hello hey, are you ready to play?

Surprisingly, in the many episodes of Rare with Flair, we’ve never talked about video games—until now! Both of us grew up gaming, whether it was on classic consoles like the Super Nintendo or GameCube or through educational CD-ROM computer games (remember those?). In this episode, we take a nostalgic trip down memory lane and reflect on how gaming has shaped our lives.

But it’s not all about the past! We also discuss the role gaming plays in our lives today and share the creative strategies we’ve developed as players with low vision to make gaming more accessible and inclusive.

We’re thrilled to announce that this episode is sponsored by Aira! Aira provides visual interpreting assistance directly through your phone, and now it’s available at Walmart. Whether you’re shopping in person or online at Walmart.com, you can use Aira for free to make your holiday shopping easier.

Ready to give it a try? Download Aira on the App Store for iOS or the Google Play Store for Android today!

f you’ve been with us since our first podaversary episode, you might remember that there are a few costs involved in keeping Rare with Flair running. From podcast hosting (to store and distribute episodes) to web hosting for our website, these are expenses we’ve covered ourselves for over four years.

We’re happy to do it—especially knowing how much this show means to so many of you who’ve reached out with emails, messages, or even in-person words of encouragement. This podcast is truly our love letter to the community!

That said, sponsors like Aira help make our work more sustainable by offsetting these costs, letting us break even and keep bringing you great content.

If you’d like to support the show, you can contribute to our Buy Me a Coffee page. It’s not about literal coffee but rather a way to pitch in a small amount (even just a few dollars) to help us keep things running. We’re so grateful for your listenership—because of you, we’re able to partner with sponsors like Aira and keep Rare with Flair going strong!

Thank you for being part of our journey. We couldn’t do it without you!

hi hello hey, aren’t we all just a little delulu?

We’ve said before that doing this podcast has helped us describe our lives better, and this is no exception. Recently, we’ve come to a startling, albeit a little obvious, realization. We think we can fool people by masking our vision impairment, but we actually probably can’t. Despite our best efforts to blend in, we often feel like we’re coming across a little…off.

On this episode, we reflect on the constant balancing act of trying to appear “put together” and accepting our “quirks.” From fumbling with everyday tasks to navigating social interactions, we’ll share stories of moments that make us pause and wonder, “Do we look as odd as we feel?” Tune in for some humor, honesty, and self-acceptance—even when “normal” feels out of reach.

Where to find the shows we mention as of when this episode was posted:

Adventure Time

Little Bear

hi hello hey, we’ve got a spicy one for you!

If you have a visible disability or carry assistive tools like us, you’ve probably experienced the joys of interacting with the general public. At best, people are helpful and kind, but at worst, someone says something so shocking that you’re left wondering if they really just said that out loud.

Whether you’ve experienced it firsthand or not, we’re here to share our real-life stories of the wild things people have said to us about our disabilities. From the casual “You don’t look blind!” to the more cringe-worthy assumptions people make about our lives, we’re spilling all the tea.

It’s not just about the comments themselves but about how we navigate these awkward encounters with humor, patience, education, and sometimes, just a lot of eye rolls and fake smiles. Whether you’re someone living with a disability or just want to learn how to be more mindful in public, this episode is packed with relatable, frustrating, and even laugh-out-loud moments.

So grab your headphones and join us for a candid conversation about the things people say—and what we wish they wouldn’t.

hi hello hey, we’re finally in the same room!!!

This episode is extra-special because Case visited Cass in Columbus! If you enjoyed our live episode back in 2022 when Cass visited Memphis, you’re in for a treat.

Cass planned a jam-packed weekend to show off her city, and we’ve got a lot to recap! From candles, bookstores, bakeries, and even a trip to the Renaissance fair, this weekend had it all and then some. It’s all the cuteness with a little flair, so cozy up and join us as we relive the highlights of our adventure!

hi hello hey, what’s sleek, stylish, and essential for getting around? That’s right—our white canes!

This week, we’re coming in hot with some fresh cane reviews. We recently bought new ones, and we’ve got opinions. From different cane styles to the benefits of using them, we’re spilling all the tea, hot takes included.

We’ve talked about white canes in past episodes, comparing them to guide dogs or discussing our love/hate relationship with them. Today, we’re diving even deeper and talking about our brand new babies. Whether you’re a cane user or just curious, tune in to hear why we love them, and how they play such an important role in our independence and confidence.

hi hello hey, it’s about time we caught up!

This week, we’re switching things up and giving you a behind-the-scenes look at what’s been lighting up our lives lately! We usually save these real-time updates for our year-end episodes, but it’s time for a little mid-year catch-up. Cozy up and join us as we dive into our latest skincare and haircare routines, share updates on our hobbies and newventures, and dish on the music and TV we’ve been loving.

hi hello hey for over the 100th time!!!

When we set out to create this show back in 2020, we had no idea of making it to 100 episodes. Even fewer sounded like a lofty and unreachable goal, and yet, here we are!

We are so proud and honored by everyone who’s listened, whether just recently or from the beginning; whether sporadically or loyally, you all helped make this show possible. We’re so happy with every episode we’ve released, and wanted to highlight some of our favorites as of this 100th episode. We hope you enjoy our look down memory lane and keep joining us for more to come.

grateful, joyful, humbled: we love you all 💓

Case’s pick: 12. wobbly balance, e-readers, & favorite pastimes

Cass’ pick: 28. older siblings, genetics, and car playlists