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Disability Talk

Disability Talk

By shayne marks

In my podcast series, I chat about my daily experiences living with a disability within the NDIS, and also chat with some interesting people who work in the disability sector or have a disability.
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S2EP7 - Edwin John [Fitcare Australia]

Disability TalkFeb 24, 2022

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S3EP7Tim Cosgriff.

S3EP7Tim Cosgriff.

Senior Team leader, What Ability.
Aug 10, 202323:13
S3EP6 McCabe-Schultz

S3EP6 McCabe-Schultz

Nick McCabe-Schultz, Founder of The Commute. A Digital Content Agency in Frankston

Aug 03, 202313:48
S3EP5 Libby White & Kelsey Foehn, Support Worker

S3EP5 Libby White & Kelsey Foehn, Support Worker

n this two part episode, we talk support, travel and fun with Libby and Kelsey from Libby Supports. How they came to be in the Disability space and what kind of supports they offer as well as what they want for us, the participants. Enjoy!
Jul 27, 202330:25
S3EP4 Libby White & Kelsey Foehn, Support Worker

S3EP4 Libby White & Kelsey Foehn, Support Worker

In this two part episode, we talk support, travel and fun with Libby and Kelsey from Libby Supports. How they came to be in the Disability space and what kind of supports they offer as well as what they want for us, the participants. Enjoy!
Jul 20, 202331:32
S3EP3 Sophie MCcoy

S3EP3 Sophie MCcoy

my new host
Jul 13, 202340:21
S3EP2 Peter Negri Managing Director Club Mates Travel.

S3EP2 Peter Negri Managing Director Club Mates Travel.

ClubMates can facilitate almost any kind of holiday, whether you want to travel in Australia or abroad, as an individual or as part of a group
Jul 05, 202348:12
S3EP1 Andrew Paton

S3EP1 Andrew Paton

Culture and Compliance Manager

Ribbon

Jun 29, 202330:01
S2EP51 Lorraine Trickey

S2EP51 Lorraine Trickey

C.W.A.


Noble Park

disability service


Dandenong shows

Jun 22, 202357:40
S2EP50 - Sophie

S2EP50 - Sophie

day in a Life of Sophie

Jun 08, 202332:43
S2EP49 - Tamsin Jowett [Aspergers Victoria]

S2EP49 - Tamsin Jowett [Aspergers Victoria]

In this episode I chat with President of Aspergers Victoria, Tamsin Jowett. AV inspires, empowers and supports AspergersAutistics, and other neurodiverse profiles, to be themselves and realise their ambitions through social connection, employment inclusion and advocacy across their lives.

Dec 23, 202210:48
S2EP48 - Fionn Skiotis [VALID]

S2EP48 - Fionn Skiotis [VALID]

On this episode, I chat with Fionn Skiotis, CEO with VALID, an award-winning organisation that has been at the forefront of advocating for people with a disability in Victoria since 1989.  Over that time, they have developed training tools, information and resources, and advocacy to help empower people with disability and their families.

Dec 16, 202213:12
S2EP47 - Diana Palmer [Ideas NSW]

S2EP47 - Diana Palmer [Ideas NSW]

IDEAS' is a national organisation whose purpose is to provide access to independent information and opportunities for people with disabilities, their supporters and the community to reach their full potential. I chat with Diana Palmer to find out more.

Dec 09, 202213:54
S2EP46 - Colby Hickey [Down Syndrome Victoria Advisory Network] | Ash Sharma [Support Worker]

S2EP46 - Colby Hickey [Down Syndrome Victoria Advisory Network] | Ash Sharma [Support Worker]

In this double episode of the podcast, I chat with Colby Hickey from DSV Advisory Network about his passions and dream to help others disadvantaged people in the community; and Ash Sharma about his life as a Support Worker.

Dec 02, 202215:02
S2EP45 - Sarah Emery [Assistance Dogs Australia]
Nov 25, 202213:55
S2EP44 - Scott Miller [Solve-TAD]

S2EP44 - Scott Miller [Solve-TAD]

In this episode, I chat with Scott Miller from TAD Australia - changing the lives of people living with a disability by providing personalised technology, equipment and services.

Nov 18, 202213:39
S2EP43 - Maria Groner & Ben Harrington [Travellers Aid]

S2EP43 - Maria Groner & Ben Harrington [Travellers Aid]

Travellers Aid is about access and inclusion, and empower people with travel related challenges to connect, engage and participate within their communities through the use of public transport.

Nov 11, 202214:47
S2EP42 - Tim Rogers [Cycling Without Age] & Ben Van Raay [Ben's Sports Talk]

S2EP42 - Tim Rogers [Cycling Without Age] & Ben Van Raay [Ben's Sports Talk]

In this double episode of the podcast, I chat with a good mate of mine, Ben Van Raay, who has just started up his own sports podcast; and Tim Rogers, from Cycling Without Age, who build bridges between generations and help prevent loneliness by providing an opportunity to avoid social isolation and remain active in their community by taking bike rides.

Nov 04, 202218:35
S2EP41 - Matt Geraghty [Starlight Foundation]

S2EP41 - Matt Geraghty [Starlight Foundation]

This November, challenge yourself and your friends to Go Big for sick kids. Walk, run or roll as far as you can in 30 days, and get involved in the Starlight Go BIG Challenge. 

Oct 28, 202210:14
S2EP40 - Jordyn Pato [JP Disability Support Co]

S2EP40 - Jordyn Pato [JP Disability Support Co]

In this episode I chat with Jordyn Pato, owner of JP Disability Support Co, who specialise in a broad range of support services to the disability sector. 

Oct 21, 202211:04
S2EP39 - Peter Negri [ClubMates Travel]

S2EP39 - Peter Negri [ClubMates Travel]

ClubMates can facilitate almost any kind of holiday, whether you want to travel in Australia or abroad, as an individual or as part of a group. 12 months ago I chatted with Peter Negri, so I thought I'd reach out and see how things have been post lockdowns.

Oct 14, 202215:08
S2EP38 - Richard Herklots [Everybody eBikes]

S2EP38 - Richard Herklots [Everybody eBikes]

Electric bikes (or electric trikes) come in many styles and sizes. Everybody eBikes aim to be in clusive and make it easier for everybody to be assisted and stock a wide range of options for people with balance issues or living with disabilities.

Oct 06, 202216:04
S2EP37 - Monique Russell [Blend Creative]

S2EP37 - Monique Russell [Blend Creative]

In this episode I chat with Monique Russell, Account Director with Blend Creative, a multi-service graphic design studio that has been providing real work opportunities to designers with disability since 1990.

Sep 30, 202208:49
S2EP36 - Scarlett Jennings

S2EP36 - Scarlett Jennings

In this episode I chat with Scarlett Jennings, someone who certainly fills her week out, being involved in girl guides, cafe work, radio, workplace skills and Zoom Party Nights!

Sep 23, 202205:05
S2EP35 - Emma Clegg & Molly Rogers [JAM]

S2EP35 - Emma Clegg & Molly Rogers [JAM]

JAM is an inclusive fashion label designed with people with disability in mind. Emma Clegg and Molly Rogers have over 14 years of collective experience in the disability sector and are incredibly passionate about the inclusion of people with disability.

Sep 16, 202208:49
S2EP34 - Michelle Stevens [Link Magazine]

S2EP34 - Michelle Stevens [Link Magazine]

Link Magazine is Australia’s premier national cross-disability publication. The magazine is published in print & online six times a year to share the latest news, research and opinion on issues facing the disability sector. Advertising consultant Michelle Stevens joins me to explain more.

Sep 09, 202213:54
S2EP33 - Tom Whiting [Reach Social Supports]

S2EP33 - Tom Whiting [Reach Social Supports]

Reach is a team of passionate and experienced individuals committed to partnering with anyone living with challenges to their mental, physical or emotional wellbeing. In this episode I chat with Tom Whiting.

Sep 02, 202221:15
S2EP32 - Jade & Gavin [Adventure Crew]

S2EP32 - Jade & Gavin [Adventure Crew]

In this episode I chat with Jade and Gavin from Adventure Crew who are driven to create an inclusive community, that looks past obstacles, embraces innovation, & promotes opportunity for people to live the life they choose.

Aug 26, 202215:52
S2EP31 - Mid Season Recap

S2EP31 - Mid Season Recap

In this special episode, I'm joined by my producer, Daz, as we look back at some of the chats we've had in the first part of 2022.

Aug 19, 202225:16
S2EP30 - Jacqueline Tooley [Darlinghurst Theatre Company]

S2EP30 - Jacqueline Tooley [Darlinghurst Theatre Company]

Darlinghurst Theatre Company has become one of the largest employers of artists and arts workers in the not-for-profit sector, and a company that is renowned for its dedication to the integrity of artists vision, welfare and accessibility. Accessibility Manager Jacqueline Tooley joins me to explain more.

Aug 12, 202208:23
S2EP29 - Kara Pollard

S2EP29 - Kara Pollard

Kara Pollard is a young lady with a disability who has already achieved some wonderful things since graduating from school in 2019, including obtaining her learners permit; finding paid employment; and being part of the Live2Achieve program.

Aug 05, 202205:35
S2EP28 - Alex Divine [University of Melbourne]

S2EP28 - Alex Divine [University of Melbourne]

Alex Divine is a Research Fellow at the Disability & Health Unit, Centre for Health Equity I Melbourne School of Population and Global Health at the University of Melbourne. Her work mainly focuses on employment and the NDIS, and she also has a 15 year old son on the spectrum who is an NDIS participant. Most of her work is conducted in collaboration with researchers with the lived experience.

Jul 29, 202213:02
S2EP27 - Rosa Gerhards [ADEC]

S2EP27 - Rosa Gerhards [ADEC]

ADEC's NDIS Department not only assist with various services including: disability support but can also advocate on your behalf with housing, Centrelink, and NDIS access and appeals. Advocate Rosa Gerhards joins me to explain more.

Jul 22, 202216:21
S2EP26 - Stefanie Dimov [University of Melbourne]

S2EP26 - Stefanie Dimov [University of Melbourne]

There are numerous barriers into finding work for people with disability and Melbourne University have recently completed the Improving Disability Employment Study after surveying over 350 people with disability who were accessing Disability Employment Services. Project Manager with the Disability & Health Unit at The University of Melbourne, Stefanie Dimov, joined me to explain more about the report.

Jul 15, 202221:31
S2EP25 - Sandra Murphy [Camp Coordinator - People Outdoors]

S2EP25 - Sandra Murphy [Camp Coordinator - People Outdoors]

People Outdoors is a branch of Aus Camps and was established in 1989 to provide outdoor recreation for people of all ages living with disability. Camp Coordinator Sandra Murphy joins me to explain more about the camps.

Jul 08, 202210:28
S2EP24 - Linda Hayes [Social Futures]

S2EP24 - Linda Hayes [Social Futures]

Social Futures is a regional not-for-profit organisation that delivers more than 20 community service programs – driving social change for more than 46 years, mainly across regional NSW. In this episode I chat with Linda Hayes, General Manager LAC Service Delivery.

Jul 01, 202217:31
S2EP23 - Laurelle Edwards [OC Connections]

S2EP23 - Laurelle Edwards [OC Connections]

OC Connections is a specialised disability support provider who work with people living with disability to help them find a home, live well within their home, achieve their goals, enjoy different activities, find and keep employment and spend time with new people and old friends. General Manager of Independence and Community Living, Laurelle Edwards joins me to talk about the way in which the supports provided focusses on supporting people living with disability when they want, where they want and how they want.

Jun 24, 202209:26
S2EP22 - Dale Johnson [Blue Roo Theatre Company]

S2EP22 - Dale Johnson [Blue Roo Theatre Company]

Founded in 2009, Blue Roo Theatre Company is a not for profit independent production company, who provide an important link between the disability community, the performing arts sector and the broader community, in that all performers in their productions have a disability. Dale Johnson is the secretary, and joins me on this episode to explain more.

Jun 17, 202211:05
S2EP21 - Cheryl Drury [First Step Solutions]

S2EP21 - Cheryl Drury [First Step Solutions]

In this episode, I chat with Cheryl Drury from First Step Solutions about their Date-Ability program, which helps people on the NDIS, recognise and implement the skills required to find meaningful relationships, and to keep them safe in the process.

Jun 03, 202209:28
S2EP20 - Shayne's RadioVoice Review

S2EP20 - Shayne's RadioVoice Review

In this episode, Daz chats to Shayne about his successful completion of the RadioVoice Radio & Podcasting Skills Building Program.

May 27, 202223:57
S2EP19 - Michelle Beech [CEO - DPS Publishing] | Jessica Connelly

S2EP19 - Michelle Beech [CEO - DPS Publishing] | Jessica Connelly

A special double edition of the podcast as I chat with Michelle Beech, CEO of DPS Publishing, who produce the Disability Support Guide which provides information about disability support options, what to consider and how to get the best support for your needs and circumstances. Plus, I catch up with a good friend of mine, Jess Connelly, and chat about work, bowling, cooking and a big announcement she made earlier this year.

May 20, 202213:03
S2EP18 - Elena Ladlow [Superbia Allied Health]

S2EP18 - Elena Ladlow [Superbia Allied Health]

Elena Ladlow, an Occupational Therapist with Superbia Allied Health, joins me on this episode to chat about PEERS -the next step to learning the social skills required to be a confident, happy and engaging person that everyone will want to hang out with.

May 13, 202206:57
S2EP17 - Alyssa McIntyre (ADEC)

S2EP17 - Alyssa McIntyre (ADEC)

On this episode, I chat with Alyssa McIntyre, the NDIS Support Unit Coordinator with Action on Disability within Ethnic Communities (ADEC) - specialists in supporting people from ethnic backgrounds, and empowering people living with a disability or who are frail, their families and carers.

May 06, 202216:19
S2EP16 - Toni Arfaras [Stroke Safe Program]

S2EP16 - Toni Arfaras [Stroke Safe Program]

The Stroke Safe program, which is funded by Stroke Foundation, sends volunteers out to speak to community groups or work places to talk about stroke. They usually have a close personal connection to stroke, which means the info they give is authentic – their lived experience, what they have learned on their own journey etc. Toni Arfaras joins me to explain more about the program.

Apr 29, 202209:23
S2EP15 - Patricia Vo (Access Touch)

S2EP15 - Patricia Vo (Access Touch)

On this episode, I chat with Patricia Vo from Access Touch, the only on-demand, practical, intimate resource in Australia, and is designed to reduce the stigma of shame and embarrassment around the topic of sexual health. They support carers and therapists to safely encourage the development of intimacy skills for people with disability and sexual trauma survivors. 

Apr 22, 202207:54
S2EP14 - Jennifer Munson-Montanez (Marketing and Sales Manager - Otao Kitchen)

S2EP14 - Jennifer Munson-Montanez (Marketing and Sales Manager - Otao Kitchen)

In this episode I chat with the Jen Munson-Montanez, the Marketing & Sales Manager with Otao Kitchen, who offer the best cooking classes in Melbourne. Making healthy food choices shouldn’t be difficult. Joining one of their master classes in Melbourne, you will learn how to make fresh, healthy meals and have a great time while you’re at it!

Apr 15, 202210:42
S2EP13 - Peter Greig [Brazier Mobility]

S2EP13 - Peter Greig [Brazier Mobility]

In this episode, I chat with Peter Greig, the CEO of Brazier Mobility (formerly known as Les Brazier Special Vehicles), who are Australia’s premier converter of Vehicles for Wheelchair Accessibility and modified driving controls.

Apr 08, 202210:36
S2EP12 - John King [Dandenong Basketball Association - All Abilities Program]

S2EP12 - John King [Dandenong Basketball Association - All Abilities Program]

On this episode I chat with John King from the Dandenong Basketball Association about his journey, and his role at the Dandenong Basketball Stadium and the All Abilities Program.
Mar 31, 202247:44
S2EP11 - Ravi Bhatt [Sunrise2Sunrise]

S2EP11 - Ravi Bhatt [Sunrise2Sunrise]

In this episode I chat with Ravi Bhatt, Managing Director of Sunrise2Sunrise who provide quality support and services to empower people living with a disability to lead a fulfilling and valued life.

Mar 25, 202215:15
S2EP10 - Toby Anscombe [Swan Districts Football Club]

S2EP10 - Toby Anscombe [Swan Districts Football Club]

On this episode, I’m chatting with Toby Anscombe who is the ALL Abilities Manager at the Swan Districts Football Club in WA.

Mar 18, 202206:60
S2EP9 - Paul Steward [KPSM Respite & Consulting]

S2EP9 - Paul Steward [KPSM Respite & Consulting]

In this episode I chat with Paul Steward, Managing Director of KPSM Respite & Consulting, who aim to give their clients the time of their life as well as memories that will last forever.

Mar 11, 202211:07