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Ability Stories: Discussing the Successes, Challenges and Stories of People with Disabilities

The stories of people with disabilities--in their own words. Emphasis on the social model of disability and employment.

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The Story of John Moses who is Obtaining his Ph.D. as a Blind Person at the University of Nairobi in Kenya

The Story of John Moses who is Obtaining his Ph.D. as a Blind Person at the University of Nairobi in Kenya

At the age of 17, John lost his sight do to early macular degeneration. This is his story of how he went from worry and ... Read more

27 Feb 2017

1hr

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Parenting with Disabilities

Parenting with Disabilities

After quite some time away. Ability Stories is back! My apologies for the long absence. In this episode Tara and Tyler ... Read more

10 Oct 2016

54mins

Ranked #3

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Four Blind Moms

Four Blind Moms

I am joined by Kara, Vicky, Barbie, and Anna. We discuss what it is like to be blind moms. Topics discussed include conc... Read more

24 Nov 2016

49mins

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The Story of Jan Brown Including her 31-year Marriage to Charlie and his Passing Away from a Degenerative Form of Muscular Dystrophy

The Story of Jan Brown Including her 31-year Marriage to Charlie and his Passing Away from a Degenerative Form of Muscular Dystrophy

Blind from birth, Jan grew up with high parental expectations, a determination to succeed, and compassion for others. Th... Read more

27 Feb 2017

1hr 18mins

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2016 Holiday Special

2016 Holiday Special

I am joined by Ray, Adam, Cindy, Kara, and Tyler. We listen to and discuss Louis the Blind Christmas Elf by Jonathan Mos... Read more

21 Dec 2016

36mins

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A Song in My Heart: Linda Braithwaite's 20 Years as a Blind Member of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir

A Song in My Heart: Linda Braithwaite's 20 Years as a Blind Member of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir

One of my dream interviews is to talk with my friend Linda about her life, and her 20 year tenure as one of only three b... Read more

27 Feb 2017

42mins

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Jonathan Mosen: Disability Rights Activist and Proud Atheist Interview Part 2

Jonathan Mosen: Disability Rights Activist and Proud Atheist Interview Part 2

Many of you will know Jonathan from his time with ACB Radio, his work with Humanware, and his work with Freedom Scientif... Read more

27 Jan 2017

1hr 3mins

Ranked #8

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Jonathan Mosen: Disability Rights Activist and Proud Atheist Interview Part 1

Jonathan Mosen: Disability Rights Activist and Proud Atheist Interview Part 1

Many of you will know Jonathan from his time with ACB Radio, his work with Humanware, and his work with Freedom Scientif... Read more

27 Jan 2017

50mins

Ranked #9

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Soniya Patel Elementary School Music Teacher

Soniya Patel Elementary School Music Teacher

Soniya is a mother and an elementary school music teacher who is blind. We discuss her childhood, her choice of career, ... Read more

24 Nov 2016

55mins

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Ray Wright Wood Woorker Interview Part 2

Ray Wright Wood Woorker Interview Part 2

Ray talks about how training changed his life. He talks about starting his own wood working business. He discusses his j... Read more

5 Jun 2016

46mins

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