Ability on Air: A Disability Sports Podcast

Ep 7: David 'Weirwolf' talks the London 2012 Paralympic Games.

In the final episode of the first series, Ashley talks London 2012 Paralympic Games with David Weir, who won four gold medals in that Summer . Also making an appearance is Jamie Edwards, a t34 athlete who looks up to David. Hope you enjoy listening ! Social Media: Ashley: https://twitter.com/1ashleyahmed [https://twitter.com/1ashleyahmed] David: https://www.instagram.com/davidweir2012/ [https://www.instagram.com/davidweir2012/] Jamie Edwards https://www.instagram.com/jamieedwardst34/ [https://www.instagram.com/jamieedwardst34/] Episode produced by Ashley Ahmed.

Ep 6: Jordan Jarrett-Bryan talks intersectionality and representation in the sports media, and Channel 4 News coverage of the Paralympics.

In this episode of Ability on Air- A Disability Sports Podcast, Ashley talks to Jordan Jarrett-Bryan, a Channel 4 News sports reporter. He is also a below-the-knee amputee. He is passionate about promoting inclusion and diversity of racial minorities groups, disabled people and women in the sports media. Additionally, Jordan talks about the Channel 4 News coverage of the Paralympics. I hope you enjoy this episode! Social Media: Ashley: https://twitter.com/1ashleyahmed [https://twitter.com/1ashleyahmed] Jordan Jarrett-Bryan https://twitter.com/_JordanJBryan [https://twitter.com/_JordanJBryan] Episode produced by Ashley Ahmed.

Ep 5: Chris Waddell talks the evolution of Paralympic Games, Alpine Skiing, the power of the human mind.

In this episode, Ashley engages in a conversation with the remarkable Chris Waddell. As a seven-time Paralympian, Chris has garnered an impressive collection of 13 medals in alpine skiing and track and field, solidifying his position as one of the most accomplished two-sport athletes in #TeamUSA 's history. Notably, he holds the esteemed title of the most decorated male monoskier in the United States. I hope you enjoy this episode. Social Media: Ashley: https://twitter.com/1ashleyahmed [https://twitter.com/1ashleyahmed] Chris Waddell https://twitter.com/ChrisWLivingIt [https://twitter.com/ChrisWLivingIt] Episode produced by Ashley Ahmed

Ep 4: Kylie Grimes, MBE, talks wheelchair rugby, more women in sport and mixed team sports.

In this episode, Ashley talks to Kylie Grimes, MBE. She had a dream of representing #TeamGB in the Olympics but she suffered a spinal cord injury diving into a swimming pool. Fast forward to 13 years later, her dream of becoming a Paralympic Champion finally came true. She also became the first female in the history of the sport to win gold. She is passionate about more women in wheelchair rugby. Additionally, Kylie talks being appointed Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE), and playing in an all female rugby team as well as in a mixed team. I hope you enjoy this episode. Social Media: Ashley: https://twitter.com/1ashleyahmed [https://twitter.com/1ashleyahmed] Kylie Grimes, MBE: https://www.kyliegrimes.com/ [https://www.kyliegrimes.com/] https://www.instagram.com/kyliegrimes7/ [https://www.instagram.com/kyliegrimes7/]

Ep 3: Andy Craddock talks Birmingham Wheelchair Basketball, hidden disability and working with the community.

In this episode, Ashley talks to Andy Craddock, the Birmingham Wheelchair Basketball coach. He is passionate about promoting inclusion and diversity, supporting the community, locally, nationally and globally. Andy talks about hidden disability, adaptive sports and working at the Commonwealth Games. I hope you enjoy this episode. Social Media: Ashley: https://twitter.com/1ashleyahmed [https://twitter.com/1ashleyahmed] Andy Craddock: https://twitter.com/craddock_andy [https://twitter.com/craddock_andy] Episode produced by Ashley Ahmed