In our debut episode of Table Talk: Poverty in Focus, we’re joined by Paula Peters, a passionate disability rights activist, and Richard Conway, our Income Maximisation Officer at North Paddington Foodbank. Together, they delve into the harsh realities disabled people face when it comes to food insecurity and poverty. Paula shares powerful stories from the frontlines of her advocacy, highlighting the systemic challenges that make access to basic needs more difficult for disabled individuals. Richard brings in his expertise on income maximisation, discussing the financial barriers and support gaps that need urgent reform. This episode shines a spotlight on the intersection of disability and poverty, and the critical changes needed to ensure everyone has equal access to food and dignity.