You First Podcast | Tag: Advocacy
Out Loud and Unapologetic: Squirmy & Grubs Take on Stigma and Storytelling
Thursday, January 29, 2026
Episode Summary
In this episode, we have a conversation with Shane and Hannah Burcaw, the creators behind Squirmy and Grubs, and end with a Deep Cut analysis of the film "I Didn't See You There."
Bridging the Gap: Charles Redding on Global Solutions for Assistive Technology
Thursday, January 01, 2026
Episode Summary
This episode features a conversation with Charles Redding, Executive Director of Wheels for Humanity and the leader of CLASP, as well as a Deep Cut discussion about the documentary "Rising Phoenix."
Breaking Sound Barriers: Lachi on Music, Advocacy, and the Future of Entertainment
Thursday, December 18, 2025
Episode Summary
In this, our 100th episode, we interview Grammy-nominated recording artist, songwriter, and advocate Lachi, followed by our Deep Cut about the movie "Sound of Metal."
More Than a Mascot: Challenging Ableism in School Symbols – with Erin Elswood and Jillian Curwin
Thursday, August 07, 2025
Episode Summary
We interview Erin Elswood and Jillian Curwin of Mascots Matter, and discuss the children's book, "Little Imperfections: A Tall Tale of Growing Up Different."
Global Disability Progress - with Rosangela Berman Bieler and Patricia Almeida
Thursday, March 21, 2024
Episode Summary
A conversation with Rosangela Berman Bieler and Patricia Almeida about global disability advocacy and accessibility initiatives.
Honoring Judy Heumann
Thursday, March 16, 2023
Episode Summary
A special tribute about Judy, her advocacy, and the long lasting impact that her presence will have on the disability community and the world.
International Disability Media and Advocacy - with Alan Herbert
Thursday, February 23, 2023
Episode Summary
An interview with Alan Herbert, a Kenyan journalist, social inclusion advocate, and disability communications professional.
New Series Trailer: Your Voice, Your Vote!
Thursday, September 15, 2022
Episode Summary
We're happy to announce our new series, "Your Voice, Your Vote!"
Always an Advocate - with Angela Muir Van Etten
Thursday, November 18, 2021
Episode Summary
Angela Muir Van Etten discusses her new book, "Always an Advocate"
