Disability Talks: Don't Dis My Ability

Rodger Krause is a handcycle triathlete who has competed in the toughest Ironman challenges in North America. 18 years after becoming partially paralyzed, he trained himself with a handcycle in order to continue participating in his passion: triathlons. Connect with Rodger Krause:FacebookWant to be a guest on our show?  Connect with us at:WebsiteFacebookLinkedInTwitterInstagram

Tyler Carter is a 3x Team USA Paralympian who competed in Alpine Skiing. Tyler is a Berks County native, growing up in Reading, PA! After competing in three different Paralympics, we are thrilled to hear Tyler's perspective on disability and accessibility--not only in competitive sports--but in all activities across the globe. Connect with Tyler Carter:TwitterFacebookInstagramWebsiteWant to be a guest on our show?  Connect with us at:WebsiteFacebookLinkedInTwitterInstagram

On this episode of Disability Talks, we pass the mic to our Executive Director, Stephanie Quigley, as she talks with Jake & Genine Bashore from Cookie Break with Jake about autism, awareness, pride for neurodiversity, conservatorships and MORE!Connect with Cookie Break with Jake:FacebookInstagramWant to be a guest on our show?  Connect with us at: WebsiteFacebookLinkedInTwitterInstagram

Abilities in Motion welcomes Catherine Reynolds from Mental Health America. On this episode, Catherine discusses the importance of mental health and its increasing prevalence over time. Additionally, MHA offers free Mental Health Screenings on the MHA website where you can dive into your own mental health.  Connect with Mental Health America:TwitterFacebookInstagramLinkedInWebsiteWant to be a guest on our show?  Connect with us at: https://www.abilitiesinmotion.org/podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AbilitiesinMotionPALinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/abilitiesinmotion/Twitter: https://twitter.com/BerksCountyCIL?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5EauthorInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/instaaim/

Abilities in Motion welcomes Rachel Lippoff from the 'A Kid Again' organization. On this episode, Rachel discusses how she gives children and parents relief from the everyday stress and anxieties of living with an illness. She creates "adventures" to fun and engaging locations where families can escape and rediscover who they are. Slip away from reality in our brand new episode of 'Disability Talks.'Twitter: https://twitter.com/akidagainFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AKidAgainMidAtlantic/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/a_kid_again/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/a-kid-again/Website: https://akidagain.org/Want to be a guest on our show?  Connect with us at: https://www.abilitiesinmotion.org/podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AbilitiesinMotionPALinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/abilitiesinmotion/Twitter: https://twitter.com/BerksCountyCIL?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5EauthorInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/instaaim/

Katherine Klimitas is an artist, public speaker, blog writer, designer, painter, author, YouTuber, advocate, and more. Nothing has stopped her from achieving these incredible accolades--not even osteogenesis imperfecta, a rare disease that severely increases the fragility of one's bones. Listen as Katherine talks about her life with this disease and how her creative capacities blossomed into a professional career with no signs of slowing down.Website: kakartnola.com / https://linktr.ee/kakartnolaTwitter: https://twitter.com/KakArtNola?s=20 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/katherine.klimitas / https://www.facebook.com/kakartnola/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kakartnola/ Want to be a guest on our show?  Connect with us at: https://www.abilitiesinmotion.org/podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AbilitiesinMotionPALinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/abilitiesinmotion/Twitter: https://twitter.com/BerksCountyCIL?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5EauthorInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/instaaim/

Happy New Year listeners!  This year we wanted to start the year off with some high-tech equipment. I  sat down with Natalie  Rotschi, Communications & PR Manager to find out about the Scewo Bro from Switzerland. This high-tech electric chair, ensures users will feel confident on all terrains and even a flight of stairs. Website:  https://www.scewo.com/en/LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/search/results/all/?keywords=scewo&origin=GLOBAL_SEARCH_HEADER&sid=JZOFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=scewoInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/scewo_official/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vot0hG_9ybQWant to be a guest on our show?  Connect with us at: https://www.abilitiesinmotion.org/podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AbilitiesinMotionPALinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/abilitiesinmotion/Twitter: https://twitter.com/BerksCountyCIL?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5EauthorInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/instaaim/

In part 2 of my interview with Doug Goist, we talk about the mission of National Industries  for the Blind and how the pandemic has shifted employer's mindset of disabled persons working from home.  As Doug and his team work with candidates and employers, he crushes the common stigmas that are not valid and shows how even eyeglasses are assistive technology.Tune in and enjoy! Website:  https://nsite.org/LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglas-goist-656b3228/?miniProfileUrn=urn%3Ali%3Afs_miniProfile%3AACoAAAXcyCIBsWHvUSlFnji6HkCmKGFgGH8__rwWant to be a guest on our show?  Connect with us at: https://www.abilitiesinmotion.org/podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AbilitiesinMotionPALinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/abilitiesinmotion/Twitter: https://twitter.com/BerksCountyCIL?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5EauthorInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/instaaim/

Doug Goist wasn't born blind, however during his high school days, while playing sports he started to see it fading away. Listen in as I sit down with Doug and talk about his journey through O& M training and how he uses his disability to create employment ability for thousands every year.  With his years of experience and work with the National Industries for the Blind and NSITE, Doug and his team are changing the views for candidates with blindness and educating employers to become more inclusive. Website:  https://nsite.org/LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglas-goist-656b3228/?miniProfileUrn=urn%3Ali%3Afs_miniProfile%3AACoAAAXcyCIBsWHvUSlFnji6HkCmKGFgGH8__rwWant to be a guest on our show?  Connect with us at: https://www.abilitiesinmotion.org/podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AbilitiesinMotionPALinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/abilitiesinmotion/Twitter: https://twitter.com/BerksCountyCIL?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5EauthorInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/instaaim/

Tiffany always knew she was different but is always full of joy despite her physical challenges.  When she became a teenager, she discovered just how unique she truly was. Through testing, she, her brother, and mother discovered they all had Progeria, a rapid aging disability. At 43, Tiffany is relatively healthy and definitely happy! It was a joy and honor to sit and talk with this "unicorn" who has a 1:50 million life!  Tune in and enjoy this episode of Disability Talks.Website: https://www.wanderlustcbus.com/contact-usInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wanderluststudiocbus/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wanderluststudiocbus/Want to be a guest on our show?  Connect with us at: https://www.abilitiesinmotion.org/podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AbilitiesinMotionPALinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/abilitiesinmotion/Twitter: https://twitter.com/BerksCountyCIL?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5EauthorInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/instaaim/

Shelly sits down with Project Manager, Jenny Angell to discuss the two year long project that the Pa Museums and Historical Sites have undertaken to identify what changes they can make to create accessible excellence throughout the state. If your organization could use a fresh look, contact Jenny to obtain a packet.  Pa Museums website: https://pamuseums.org/accessibility-excellence/Want to be a guest on our show?  Connect with us at: https://www.abilitiesinmotion.org/podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AbilitiesinMotionPALinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/abilitiesinmotion/Twitter: https://twitter.com/BerksCountyCIL?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5EauthorInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/instaaim/

This week, Disability Talks sits down with the authors of Allies & Obstacles to discuss the importance of advocacy and collaboration for persons with disabilities. This  process should begin from an early age to ensure independent success and a wide variety of supports that are long term. Listen in to find out how to bridge gaps and build success.Richard Scotch- richard.scotch@utdallas.eduAllison Carey - ACCare@ship.eduPamela Block - pblock@uwo.caWant to be a guest on our show?  Connect with us at: https://www.abilitiesinmotion.org/podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AbilitiesinMotionPALinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/abilitiesinmotion/Twitter: https://twitter.com/BerksCountyCIL?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5EauthorInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/instaaim/

Co-founder of Billy Footwear, Billy Price, joins us for a special episode to celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month and independent entrepreneurship.  Join us to discover how Billy and his partner, Darin Donaldson, created this stylish and universal adaptive shoe design sold worldwide!To find out more about our guest, visit these links:Website: https://billyfootwear.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billyfootwear/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/billyfootwearWant to be a guest on our show?  Connect with us at: https://www.abilitiesinmotion.org/podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AbilitiesinMotionPALinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/abilitiesinmotion/Twitter: https://twitter.com/BerksCountyCIL?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5EauthorInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/instaaim/

There are 200 types of Dwarfism in the world, Sofiya, Nic and their spouses ironically all have different forms and share with us their challenges as new parents and their extensive body of work in and out of the theater.  Listen in to hear more for Dwarfism Awareness Month.To find out more about our guest, visit these links:Website: https://www.sofiyacheyenne.com/         https://www.nicnovicki.com/Easter Seals Film Challenge: https://disabilityfilmchallenge.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sofiyacheyenne/      https://www.instagram.com/nicnovicki/Twitter: @SofiyaCheyenne   @NicNovickiFacebook:  https://www.facebook.com/SofiyaCheyenne    https://www.facebook.com/nic.novickiWant to be a guest on our show?  Connect with us at: https://www.abilitiesinmotion.org/podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AbilitiesinMotionPALinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/abilitiesinmotion/Twitter: https://twitter.com/BerksCountyCIL?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5EauthorInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/instaaim/

Are you a person with a disability, mobility challenges, use a stroller, or walker? Than listen in to find out this accessibility project is looking at accessibility across five countries to improve our lives in public spaces.  Dr. Orchard, Dr. Eskyte, and Professor Lawson are working on a pedestrian accessibility project across 5 countries and need your input. To find out more about our guest, visit these links:Website: https://inclusivepublicspace.leeds.ac.uk/Email: IPS.project@leeds.ac.uk Expression of Interest form (for pedestrian participants): https://leeds.onlinesurveys.ac.uk/expression-of-interest_usa Phone: 678-701-3771Twitter: @IPS_LeedsFacebook: IPS.LeedsWant to be a guest on our show?  Connect with us at: https://www.abilitiesinmotion.org/podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AbilitiesinMotionPALinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/abilitiesinmotion/Twitter: https://twitter.com/BerksCountyCIL?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5EauthorInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/instaaim/

On this week's episode of DisaAbilityTalks, we sit down with Tokyo 2020 Para Powerlifter of Team USA, Jake Schrom!  He discusses his incredible journey to the 2020 Games, finding a proper work/life balance, and his future plans! Don't miss this exclusive insight from a Tokyo 2020 Paralympian. Only on DisAbility Talks. To find out more about our guest, visit these links:Website - https://www.teamusa.org/para-powerlifting/athletes/jacob-schromInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/jake_from_weight_farm/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=9386872&fref=ts&ref=br_tfWant to be a guest on our show?  Connect with us at: https://www.abilitiesinmotion.org/podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AbilitiesinMotionPALinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/abilitiesinmotion/Twitter: https://twitter.com/BerksCountyCIL?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5EauthorInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/instaaim/

Robert J. Reinhart, PE, Vice President of Biller Reinhart Engineering Group and Sara Bentley, National Walk Manager for the Lupus Foundation, sit down with our host, Shelly Houser, on a new episode of DisAbility Talks! Learn about Lupus and social stigmas associated with the disease with these amazing guests. To find out more about our guests, visit these links:Websites: https://www.lupus.org/Twitter - @LupusOrg Instagram - @LupusOrg Facebook - LupusFoundationofAmerica and https://www.facebook.com/sara.bentley.3150LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-reinhart-46360917/ and https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-bentley-7464a14/ Want to be a guest on our show?  Connect with us at: https://www.abilitiesinmotion.org/podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AbilitiesinMotionPALinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/abilitiesinmotion/Twitter: https://twitter.com/BerksCountyCIL?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5EauthorInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/instaaim/

Prepare to be inspired. Jessica Cox, the first armless pilot, has flown onto our latest episode of DisAbility Talks! She breaks down her journey to the cockpit and her desire to become the first armless pilot. This is a story you won't want to miss. Take to the skies with our host, Shelly Houser, and Jessica Cox on this brand-new episode!  4jjwsp2wsZV4pcZR90rf To find out more about our guest, visit these links:Websites: https://www.jessicacox.com/ and https://www.jessicacox.com/project2025/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JCMSofficialTwitter:  https://twitter.com/jess_feet?s=20Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rightfooted/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rightfooted/Want to be a guest on our show?  Connect with us at: https://www.abilitiesinmotion.org/podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AbilitiesinMotionPALinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/abilitiesinmotion/Twitter: https://twitter.com/BerksCountyCIL?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5EauthorInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/instaaim/    

Great Britain Wheelchair Fencer Oliver Lam-Watson features on this episode, the second episode in our double-episode coverage of the 2020 Paralympics! In this episode, Oliver and our host, Shelly Houser, discuss stigmas against individuals with disabilities and Oliver's journey to the 2020 Tokyo Games.   If you want to hear more about the 2020 Paralympic Games, check out our first episode from August 13th where we interviewed Mary Hodge and Nina Kult from Team USA's Para Powerlifting team and Goalball Paralympian Zach Buhler.  Celebrate these incredible athletes with us and witness history as the 2020 Tokyo Paralympics will be broadcast during daytime and prime time hours on major network channels. To find out more about our guest, visit these links:YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/c/OliverLamWatsonTwitter:  https://twitter.com/oliverlamwatson?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5EauthorInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/oliverlamwatson/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oliver-lam-watson-711a48165/Want to be a guest on our show?  Connect with us at: https://www.abilitiesinmotion.org/podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AbilitiesinMotionPALinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/abilitiesinmotion/Twitter: https://twitter.com/BerksCountyCIL?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5EauthorInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/instaaim/    

For the first time in US history, the Paralympic Games will be broadcast during daytime and prime time hours on major network channels. In this episode, our host, Shelly Houser, sits down with Mary Hodge and Nina Kult from Team USA's Para Powerlifting team and Goalball Paralympian Zach Buhler to talk about the Tokyo 2020 games and their journeys to get there.  Since this recording, the team has qualified their team of nine.But that's just the beginning of this two-part interview! Join us for the second part on August 20th to listen to our podcast interview with Great Britain's wheelchair fencer, Oliver Lam-Watson! Hear him speak about his first trip to the Paralympics, his training routine, and his thoughts on Simone Biles.  To find out more about our guest, visit these links: Websites: https://www.usaba.org/usa-goalball/ https://www.logan.edu/usapp/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nina.kulthttps://www.facebook.com/TeamUSA/ Twitter: @USAMGoalballhttps://twitter.com/TeamUSA?s=20 Want to be a guest on our show?  Connect with us at: https://www.abilitiesinmotion.org/podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AbilitiesinMotionPALinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/abilitiesinmotion/Twitter: https://twitter.com/BerksCountyCIL?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/instaaim/