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In this episode, Endependence Center staff reflect on advocacy, what it means in their work, and why it is so important to the Independent Living Movement. Through staff perspectives and real-world experiences, the conversation highlights how advocacy supports choice, control, inclusion, and the rights of people with disabilities.

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Do words really hurt… or does it depend on who you ask?

In Episode 4 of What’s Bugging You?, we’re diving into a real, unfiltered conversation about language and disability. Titled “Do Words Hurt?”, this episode features people with disabilities sharing their honest thoughts—no scripts, no filters.

We ask the questions people don’t always feel comfortable asking. This episode is all about listening, learning, and understanding that people with disabilities get to define their own identities—not society, not labels.

If you’ve ever wondered what’s okay to say—or just want to hear real perspectives—this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

Press play and join the conversation. What’s bugging you?

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In this episode of What’s Bugging You?, people with disabilities get real about the tips, tricks, and tools they use to navigate life their way. From everyday accommodations to unexpected travel hacks, our guests share how they face challenges head-on—living independently and confidently on their own terms.

We talk about how Independent Living Skills (ILS) training supports people in building those tools, how to ask for what you need, and how adjusting to difficult situations can become a personal superpower. You’ll also hear stories about the weirdest things people have assumed about disability—and how our guests respond with grace, humor, and strength.

This conversation is full of lived experience, practical advice, and uplifting moments that prove: there’s no one “right” way to live—only the way that works for you.

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In this podcast episode, we dive into real stories of people with disabilities, sharing their experiences and insights on ableism. What is ableism? It's discrimination that favors able-bodied people, often pushing those with disabilities aside. If you've faced ableism or want to learn how others have tackled it head-on, tune in to hear how to push back and fight what's been holding you back. A big thanks to the ECI staff, our Board President, and participants for sharing powerful, real-life examples of Ableism in Action. Don’t miss out—let’s combat this together!

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This is a podcast where people with disabilities share knowledge, understanding, and real-life experiences about how they had advocated when they dealt with barriers and issues that made living life difficult…if you have problems or barriers and are a person with a disability, tune in to learn how to combat what’s bugging you. We want to thank ECI staff and participants who took the time to share real-life examples of what advocacy is and what it means to them