Dis-labled: Disabled Voices, Real Stories

Ep 65: Relationships With A Disability: Why Connection Matters

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2409167/fan_mail/new] In today’s episode, we’re talking all about relationships and connection – from friendships and family to dating, online connections, and everything in between. Plus, we hear part three of Alistair’s new series, “Pavement Guest,” where he talks about temperature control and global warming in his own unique style. 00:00:00 - Start 00:01:16 - Intro 00:01:42 - Good news 00:09:15 - Relationships discussion - The Different Ways We Connect part 1 00:13:35 - Pavement Guest by Alistair Scriven 00:19:07 - Relationships discussion - The Different Ways We Connect part 2 00:27:05 - Final Thoughts Project Managers: Andrea Rai & Phil Powell. Editor: Phil Powell Huge thanks to the National Lottery Reaching Communities Fund for supporting our Dis-labled podcast. Learn more about their amazing work: https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk [https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk] All enquiries: podcast@communityfocus.co.uk Website: https://www.communityfocus.co.uk/ [https://www.communityfocus.co.uk/] Theme Music: Rastko Rasic & the students of Community Focus Other Music: Jazzy Frenchy by ⁠⁠⁠Benjamin Tissot [https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music?composer=84]

Ep 64: Creative Hobbies That Make Life More Fun (Part 2)

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2409167/fan_mail/new] In today’s episode, we return to the topic of hobbies, creativity, and the little things that make life interesting. We had so much to talk about that we had to make two episodes, so today we discuss the hobbies we’d like to try in the future. We also hear part two of Alistair’s new series, “Pavement Guest”, in which his discusses whether being positive is recommendable, in his own unique style! Project Managers: Andrea Rai & Phil Powell. Editor: Phil Powell Huge thanks to the National Lottery Reaching Communities Fund for supporting our Dis-labled podcast. Learn more about their amazing work: https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk [https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk] All enquiries: podcast@communityfocus.co.uk Website: https://www.communityfocus.co.uk/ [https://www.communityfocus.co.uk/] Theme Music: Rastko Rasic & the students of Community Focus Other Music: Jazzy Frenchy by ⁠⁠⁠Benjamin Tissot [https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music?composer=84]

Ep 63: Creative Hobbies That Make Life More Fun (Part 1)

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2409167/fan_mail/new] In today’s episode, we explore hobbies, creativity, and the little things that make life interesting. From arts and crafts, gaming, and poetry to baking, bird-watching, and even quirky guilty pleasures, we share the passions that recharge us, make us laugh, and reveal a bit about who we are. 00:00:00 - Start 00:01:12 - Intro 00:02:11 - The Good News 00:06:40 - Pavement Guest by Alistair Scriven 00:09:12 - Discussion: What is a hobby? 00:22:13 - What do you do to recharge your batteries? 00:23:12 - Pointless discussion 00:26:41 - Final Thoughts Project Managers: Andrea Rai & Phil Powell. Editor: Phil Powell Huge thanks to the National Lottery Reaching Communities Fund for supporting our Dis-labled podcast. Learn more about their amazing work: https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk [https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk] All enquiries: podcast@communityfocus.co.uk Website: https://www.communityfocus.co.uk/ [https://www.communityfocus.co.uk/] Theme Music: Rastko Rasic & the students of Community Focus Other Music: Jazzy Frenchy by ⁠⁠⁠Benjamin Tissot [https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music?composer=84]

Ep 62: Are You a Disabled Sewist? The BBC’s Great British Sewing Bee Wants YOU!

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2409167/fan_mail/new] In today’s episode, we’re delighted to welcome Alexia Barrett from The BBC’s The Great British Sewing Bee. We’ll be talking about inclusivity, life behind the scenes of the show, and why she is encouraging more diverse casting. 00:00:00 - Start 00:01:11 - Intro 00:02:35 - We Meet Alexia Barrett from The Great British Sewing Bee 00:06:17 - Alexia's message for disabled sewists 00:07:43 - Why is the BBC interested in inclusion now? 00:08:47 - Support for contestants 00:13:47 - How do people apply for The Great British Sewing Bee? 00:18:18 - One thing all applicants should know before applying 00:25:18 - What is the prize? 00:27:55 - Final Thoughts The Great British Sewing Bee is currently looking for the UK’s best amateur sewers for Series 13 - and they are especially encouraging applications from disabled people and those with long-term health conditions who have a passion for sewing and creating their own clothes. The aim is to make the process as inclusive and accessible as possible, so a wide range of voices and experiences are represented in the sewing room. If you, or someone you know, would like to apply, you can do so at www.applyforsewingbee.co.uk [https://www.applyforsewingbee.co.uk?utm_source=chatgpt.com], email , or call 0117 450 8530 to request an application form. The deadline for applications is Wednesday 13th May 2026 at 8pm. Project Managers: Andrea Rai & Phil Powell. Editor: Phil Powell Huge thanks to the National Lottery Reaching Communities Fund for supporting our Dis-labled podcast. Learn more about their amazing work: https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk [https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk] All enquiries: podcast@communityfocus.co.uk Website: https://www.communityfocus.co.uk/ [https://www.communityfocus.co.uk/] Theme Music: Rastko Rasic & the students of Community Focus Other Music: Jazzy Frenchy by ⁠⁠⁠Benjamin Tissot [https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music?composer=84]

Ep 61: Confidence, Self-image & Looking Good

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2409167/fan_mail/new] Today we’re talking about confidence, self-image, and the idea of “looking good". Does looking good make us feel good? We’ll look at how appearance affects confidence, from bad hair days to clothes, weight, and all the messages we pick up from social media, TV, school, and the people around us. We’ll also talk about why accepting ourselves can be so hard, and what confidence really means - on our own terms! 00:00:00 - Start 00:01:12 - Intro 00:01:50 - Does looking good, make you feel good? 00:13:37 - Spots 00:16:56 - What influences the way we look? 00:22:19 - Why can't we accept ourselves for who we are? 00:26:33 - What advice have we got to help with confidence? 00:27:34 - Final Thoughts Project Managers: Andrea Rai & Phil Powell. Editor: Phil Powell Huge thanks to the National Lottery Reaching Communities Fund for supporting our Dis-labled podcast. Learn more about their amazing work: https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk [https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk] All enquiries: podcast@communityfocus.co.uk Website: https://www.communityfocus.co.uk/ [https://www.communityfocus.co.uk/] Theme Music: Rastko Rasic & the students of Community Focus Other Music: Jazzy Frenchy by ⁠⁠⁠Benjamin Tissot [https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music?composer=84]