#262: Representation Matters: Moving Beyond Stereotypes in Fiction and Life
Bestselling author and human rights advocate Tara Moss joins the program to discuss her latest book, an internationally bestselling crime novel, The War Widow, and her unique process of developing the characters in that story. Discover the importance of being sensitive to accurate representations of diverse characters in stories. Tara also shares her own journey… Continue Reading #262: Representation Matters: Moving Beyond Stereotypes in Fiction and Life
#261: Creating Accessible Air Travel
Traveling on an airplane with a wheelchair is incredibly inaccessible and impossible for the millions of people around the world who use a wheelchair. Many do not even fly because of bad experiences and stories they have heard from others. Wheelchairs get damaged constantly and even sent to the wrong airport and airlines spend millions… Continue Reading #261: Creating Accessible Air Travel
Disability Identity and the Need for Global Unity
As there appears to be a paucity of literature on the disability identity development of people with disabilities, there seems to be a lack of understanding of identity development. The concept of disability identity has been receiving increased attention in recent literature, much of which has come from scholars in the humanities and has been… Continue Reading Disability Identity and the Need for Global Unity
#260: Creating a Global Community for Disability Inclusion
Debra Ruh is joined by LaMondre Pough, Chief Sustainability Officer at Ruh Global Impact, as they discuss the power of creating a global community to celebrate and empower people in the disability community. You’ll hear about Billion Strong, a global community that is combining the efforts of people all over the world, and changing the… Continue Reading #260: Creating a Global Community for Disability Inclusion
#259: The New Golden Rule: How to Achieve Your Goals By Treating Yourself Better
Emily Golden, Master Certified Coach, Speaker and Career Performance Expert, joins the program to discuss her own disability journey, as well as raising a son with Tourette syndrome. Emily also talks about her new book “The New Golden Rule” and how you can close the gap between where you are and where you want to… Continue Reading #259: The New Golden Rule: How to Achieve Your Goals By Treating Yourself Better