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The purpose of the You First podcast is to discuss the rights of individuals with disabilities, putting your rights first. Hosts Keith Casebonne and Maddie Crowley interview knowledgeable guests, account first-hand experiences, and dive into issues of national and global importance to people with disabilities.

You can also listen to the You First Podcast on YouTube. Each episode video contains both English and Spanish captions.

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Paving a Way Disabled in STEM - with Dr. Anita Marshall

Thursday, July 20, 2023

Episode Summary

A conversation with Dr. Anita Marshall about universal disability access in STEM and her accessible field program, GeoSPACE.

Who’s Missing in Florida’s New Youth Survey - with Dr. Norín Dollard, Nadine Smith, and Caitlyn Clibbon

Thursday, July 06, 2023

Episode Summary

A conversation with Equality Florida & Florida Policy Institute about Florida leaving the Youth Risk Behavior Survey.

Frida: Disability, Sexuality, and Art

Thursday, June 22, 2023

Episode Summary

In honor of Pride Month, upcoming Disability Pride Month, and the time to always just highlight cool disabled people, let’s talk about Frida Kahlo.

Disability and Indigenous Identity - with Jen Deerinwater

Thursday, June 08, 2023

Episode Summary

A conversation with Jen Deerinwater about the experiences of individuals who identify with both disability and indigenous communities.

Hurricane Season and Disaster Preparedness - with Bryan Russell

Thursday, May 11, 2023

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A conversation with Bryan Russell about the upcoming hurricane season, disaster preparedness resources, and more.

Digital Accessibility

Thursday, April 27, 2023

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A conversation about making online content more accessible and inclusive for people with disabilities.

Disabled Marriage and Parenting Part 2 - with Heather Watkins and Dom Evans

Thursday, April 13, 2023

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Part 2 of a conversation with Heather Watkins and Dom Evans about marriage inequity, disabled relationships in the media, and disabled parenting.

Disabled Marriage and Parenting Part 1 - with Heather Watkins and Dom Evans

Thursday, March 30, 2023

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Part 1 of a conversation with Heather Watkins and Dom Evans about marriage inequity, disabled relationships in the media, and disabled parenting.

Honoring Judy Heumann

Thursday, March 16, 2023

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A special tribute about Judy, her advocacy, and the long lasting impact that her presence will have on the disability community and the world.

Understanding Medicaid Unwinding - with Laura-Lee Minutello

Tuesday, March 14, 2023

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A conversation with Laura-Lee Minutello about understanding Medicaid Unwinding in Florida.

International Disability Media and Advocacy - with Alan Herbert

Thursday, February 23, 2023

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An interview with Alan Herbert, a Kenyan journalist, social inclusion advocate, and disability communications professional.

2023 Disability Policies on Our Watch - with Caitlyn Clibbon

Thursday, February 02, 2023

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A conversation with Caitlyn Clibbon about our priorities in the upcoming Florida Legislative Session.

Your Voice, Your Vote: Episode 6 - Accessible In-Person Voting

Thursday, October 27, 2022

Episode Summary

Sarah Goldman and Alex Mosca talk about Accessible In-Person Voting in our last episode of "Your Voice, Your Vote!"

Your Voice, Your Vote: Episode 5 - Running for Office with a Disability

Thursday, October 20, 2022

Episode Summary

Sarah Blahovec, Olivia Babis, Karolyn Campbell, and Sabrina Cohen discuss resources and their experiences running for office as candidates with disabilities.