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In this episode, we delve into the importance of the diverse representation of autism in media, the critical role of technology in improving communication skills, and the universal struggles with dating, and sibling dynamics. Subodh (he/him) also discusses his participation in the show Love on the Spectrum.

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.

Collette Divitto (she/her), founder and CEO of Collettey’s Cookies, turned her love for baking into a successful business where half of the staff has a disability. She chats about her successes, life as an entrepreneur, and the stigma many disabled people face while building their careers.

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!

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!

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