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As CEO of The Arc of the United States, Katy Neas reveals the inner workings of an organization that promotes and protects the human rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Host Kendra Davenport and guest Barbara Merrill dive into the role of transparency in nonprofit leadership. Barbara, CEO and President of ANCOR, reflects on her journey from attorney and legislator to a leading advocate in the disability services sector.

Kendra speaks with Split Second Foundation CEO Mark Raymond, Jr., who offers his answer to the question, "How heavily in the (teams) equation does someone's experience matter to you?" Among other points in their discussion, Mark also has a poignant take on being wrong. This episode is a must listen as we bring this season to a close, with more on the way in 2024!

Kendra joins Gordon Hartman, a native San Antonian who sold his highly successful homebuilding business in 2005 to build Morgan’s Wonderland, the world’s first and still the only Ultra-Accessible™, fully-inclusive theme park. Gordon talks about how his daughter inspired his work, what ultra-accessibility means, and how taking initiative can be the great disruptor.

In this episode, Kendra chats with GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) executive, Wanda Hill. Wanda reflects on her career philosophy, especially work-life balance, self-care, and the importance of mission as a motivator to make a difference in the world. She also shares advice for budding leaders.

Cory (he/him) shares his experiences exploring the world as a wheelchair user, from group trips to international destinations to navigating the challenges of air travel accessibility.

Erin and Lily chat with actor, model, content creator, and CEO of the lifestyle brand Live Solo, Lolo Spencer (she/her). Known for her advocacy efforts in changing the narrative around disability, Lolo shares her incredible journey and vision for a more inclusive world.

Join our hosts, Lily Newton and Erin Hawley, as they sit down with the riveting Gaelynn Lea (she/her), whose voice and violin strings resonate with the force of change, challenging our perceptions of ability and accessibility.

In this exciting episode, Jameela Jamil (she/her), actress, activist, and television host, shares how she began to understand her own disability while navigating the entertainment industry. We're working through shame, making our own rules, and creating inclusive spaces together to break barriers. Are you in?

Erin and Lily are joined by award-winning recording artist, Youtuber and disability advocate Lachi (she/her). Lachi talks about her DEIA work in the music industry and the nuances of ableism as it relates to trauma, class, race, and gender.

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