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As a fashion model, actress, and disability rights advocate, Jillian Mercado (she/her) has a lot going on! Throughout her career, she has encountered comments from strangers about her disability. Learn about how she became inspired by those experiences to create safe, inclusive spaces on social media.

Lindsey Rowe Parker (she/her), author of the children’s book, “Wiggles, Stomps, and Squeezes Calm My Jitters Down,” joins the podcast to discuss why disability representation is important in children's literature.

Kaelynn Partlow (she/her), autistic advocate and Senior Therapist at Project Hope Foundation, Inc., was featured on the Netflix series called, “Love on the Spectrum.” She joins hosts Erin and Lily to chat about neurodiversity, social media advocacy, and more!

In this episode, we talk about disability pride with Vilissa Thompson (she/her), who is celebrating the 10 year anniversary of her work!

In this special episode, hosts Erin and Lily bring on their romantic partners to chat about their love origin stories, dealing with conflict as multiply-disabled couples, and the importance of strong communication in a relationship.

Dom Evans (they/he) is a filmmaker, activist, public speaker, and writer. They dig deep into discussions with Erin and Lily about health care and mental health. Plus, a live declaration of love!

Author of Demystifying Disability, Emily Ladau (she/her), discusses her experiences with ableism on dating apps. Plus cringey first dates and how to know when love is real.

Meet comedian, actor, and founder of the Easterseals Disability Film Challenge, Nic Novicki (he/him). Nic talks about representation, popcorn betrayal, and a love story that ended up on the big screen!

Access a vast network of support and resources to help navigate caregiving challenges. Find practical help and emotional support with Easterseals.

Award-winning filmmaker, musician, and creator of this podcast's theme song, Jennifer Msumba, shares her experiences in unrequited love as an autistic woman.