Disabled and Proud
Disabled and Proud
Disabled and Proud is the show brought to you by top adaptive athlete Brooke Millhouse bringing listeners a different perspective on disability, each week this podcast highlights an awesome disabled guest speaking about their own disability; why they are proud to be disabled and why they are proud to be themselves. The conversations in this show will look at what challenges these amazing peopl…Social links:
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2 Years of Disabled and Proud!
In this very special edition of thew show, Brooke takes you through a compilation of discussions from various disabled individuals sharing their personal experiences and perspectives on disability. The guests talk about their journeys to diagnosis, the challenges they faced, and the societal percep…
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Breaking Down Barriers: The Impact of The WelcoMe App on Accessibility
Brooke is joined by Gavin Neate, the founder of WelcoMe, and who has been working in the disability sector, to discuss his passion for supporting disabled individuals. Gavin shares his experiences working with Guide Dogs for the Blind and the inspiration behind his innovative tool, aimed at improv…
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Celebrating 100 Episodes - Exclusive Giveaway Alert: Win Epic Prizes from Disabled Business Owners in the 100th Episode Special
To celebrate 100 episodes of the podcast Brooke is here with a solo episode reflecting on the origins of the podcast and the importance of disability representation. Brooke shares her personal journey of growing up as the only physically disabled person in her family and the challenges she faced i…
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Humour and Kindness: The Resilient Traits of a Punk Artist
Brooke is joined by the amazing Jason, a disabled artist, who shares his journey of acquiring a disability and how it transformed his life. Jason discusses his experiences growing up in a working-class family, becoming disabled at a young age, and the challenges he faced in the care system. Despit…
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The Complexities of Inclusion and Exclusion in Disability Advocacy
Brooke is joined by special guest, Lydia, to discuss her journey as an autistic individual and author, shedding light on the challenges faced by disabled individuals in society. She talks about her experience with multiple disabilities, including autism and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on h…
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Understanding The Difference Between Equity And Equality - with Luis Canto
Brooke is joined by guest, Luis Canto, who discusses his experiences with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) and the challenges he faced growing up in South Africa. Luis shares his journey of diagnosis, medical treatments, and the societal perceptions of disability in both South Africa and the UK. He em…
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Embracing Cerebral Palsy - with Abbie Hills
Brooke is joined by Abbie, who shares her journey as a disabled woman with cerebral palsy in the film and TV industry. She discusses her experiences growing up with hemiplegia, a type of cerebral palsy affecting one side of her body, and talks about the challenges she faced in school, the lack of s…
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Overcoming Adversity: Lessons in Resilience and Adaptability from Nick Wilson
Brooke engages in a candid discussion with special guest Nick Wilson about his journey with disability, exploring topics such as self-identity, mental health, and the challenges of navigating a world that is often inaccessible. Through an authentic and frank discussion, they aim to promote inclusi…
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From Barbie to Stunts: Breaking Barriers in the Entertainment Industry
Brooke is joined by Ashley Young, one of the stars of 2023 mega-hit, Barbie, to share personal stories and insights on topics such as disability, motherhood, relationships, and representation in the media. Ashley and Brooke highlight the importance of resilience, determination, and self-acceptance …
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The Disability Paradox: Unveiling Truths and Challenging Perceptions - with Chris Lynch
Brooke talks to Chris Lynch about topics such as language, the social model, childhood experiences, and the impact of disability on career choices. Brooke and Chris speak openly and honestly, reflecting on their journey of self-acceptance and navigating the challenges of disability. They also addr…
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