Podcast Features
In Their Own Words
Watch and listen to members within the disability community share their stories, experiences, and thoughts about how we can all work to treat people with respect and dignity.
The Podcast
In our new podcast format, we talk to authors and experts to learn their views on disabilities, diversity, and inclusion.
Paid for the Privilege
with Dan Reed
Dan came looking for a job, but he found something entirely different: a world full of people who had been written off, locked away, and never given a chance to speak. What he learned about intelligence, dignity, and human connection through Facilitated Communication changed everything he thought he knew.
Flipping the Narrative
with Nancy Fitzsimons, PhD, MSW, LISW
People with disabilities are victims of violence and abuse at much higher rates than the general population. Nancy has spent her career asking why, and the answer leads straight back to us. A conversation about ableism, power, and what it actually takes to build a world where everyone can feel safe.
Silent No Longer
with Robert Stack
For decades, thousands of people with disabilities lived behind institutional walls, unseen and unheard. Robert made it his life’s work to change that, one person at a time. His story is about what happens when you presume that everyone, given the right support, is capable of building a life worth living.
The Short Stories
Here’s what disability advocacy looks like at a glance. To hear the whole story, watch the extended versions further down on this page.
Meet Bashir
The Elderly Waiver program helps him to be independent.
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Beekeeping at MSS
Minnesota’s first adaptive beekeeping programs.
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Meet Debbi
Hear about the importance of not labeling people.
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Become a DSP
Why Direct Support Professionals love their job.
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Being an Advocate
Listen to Cory and David share why it’s important to advocate at the Minnesota State Capitol.
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Meet Hannah
Disability advocate and Ambassador for Respect.
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The Whole Story
Take a deep dive into disability advocacy with personal stories and experiences.
Beekeeping at MSS
Minnesota’s first adaptive beekeeping programs.
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Representation Matters
Anything is possible with a bit of brainpower and creativity.
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Meet Debbi
Hear about the importance of not labeling people.
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Meet Hannah
Disability advocate and Ambassador for Respect.