Othering Podcast

Ren - Autoimmune - Lawyer

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 04:01:00 GMT

In this episode, we talk to Ren, a lawyer and the pop culture content creator behind "Ren Rantz". We talk about about navigating life with multiple autoimmune conditions, ADHD, and the challenges of law school while disabled. Ren shares their journey of self-discovery as a queer, non-binary person and discusses the intersection of disability justice and LGBTQ+ advocacy.

Ren Rants: https://www.youtube.com/@renrants

Ren's Instagram: @renehta

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Nicole Goodwyn, AKA GoodW.Y.N - Chronic Pain | Fibro - Author

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 04:01:00 GMT

In this episode we talk to Nicole Goodwin (Goodw.yn), Pulitzer Prize-longlisted poet and artist, as she shares her 22-year journey living with chronic pain after military service. Nicole talks about fibromyalgia, PTSD, and the challenges of navigating the healthcare system as a black woman with disabilities.

Goodw.y.n on Instagram: @goodw.y.n9

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Sy Goldstein - AuDHD - Generative AI Artist

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 04:01:00 GMT

In this episode we talk to Sy Goldstein, an AuDHD artist who transformed burnout into creative breakthrough through AI-generated art. After leaving a soul-crushing nine-to-five job that triggered severe anxiety and depression, Sy discovered generative AI tools like Midjourney and built a thriving Instagram presence (@sy_the_ai_photo_guy) creating an alternate 1980s New York City through street photography and short films.

Sy's website: www.sygoldstein.com

Sy's Instagram: @sy_the_ai_photo_guy

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Jeza Belle - Drag Queen | Author - LGBTQIA+

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 04:01:00 GMT

Jeza Belle—drag queen, comedian, producer, and award-winning author - made history as the first drag queen to publish a mainstream Christian devotional with "Jesus Juice: A Drag Queen's Christian Devotional," challenging religious gatekeeping and offering hope to the LGBTQ+ community who have been excluded from faith spaces. Her work includes "Trashy Cookbook: Harlow's Guide to Classy Cocktails" and "Abomination: The Story of David and Johnathan" to groundbreaking historical fiction in "The Presence Collection", featuring LGBTQ+ characters in periods where their existence has been erased.

Jeza's website: https://www.iamjezabelle.com

Jeza social media: @iamjezabelle

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Music by Jordie James (sin)

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Aly Corvin - Ms. Wheelchair California | America 1st Runner Up | Dancer - hEDS

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 05:01:00 GMT

This is an awesome conversation with our new friend, Aly Corvin! We discuss crazy topics from wheelchairs to skydiving and death.

Aly's Instagram: @aly.corvin

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Music by Jordie James (sin)

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Mychal Threets - Reading Rainbow - ADHD

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 05:01:00 GMT

TRIGGER WARNING: Suicide

We are joined by Mychal Threets (Mychal the Librarian) - PBS Reading Rainbow host, mental health advocate, and literacy champion shares his journey from depression to becoming a beloved library personality.

Mychal's Instagram: @mychalthreets

Reading Rainbow on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ReadingRainbowOfficial

Reading Rainbow website: https://www.readingrainbow.org/

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Music by Jordie James (sin)

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Cameron Mitchell - Disposable Humanity - Award Winning Director

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 05:01:00 GMT

Cameron is the writer, director, and DP of the award winning documentary Disposable Humanity that explores the history and memory of the Nazi Aktion T4 program which targeted over 300,000 disabled lives and resulted in the transfer of staff and the killing technology that catalyzed the Holocaust. We discuss what it is like being disabled in the film industry, plus we discuss the Holocaust and Aktion T4 affect on the marginalized.

Cameron on Instagram: @disposablehumanity or @Cameronmakemovies

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Disposable Humanity website: www.DisposableHumanity.com

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Music by Jordie James (sin)

Graphics by Josh (supergaming19yt)

Emmy Cooper Granville (Nightmarish Meatballs) - Migraines | ADHD

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 05:01:00 GMT

Emmy, writer and AI artist, talks to us about her writing journey and how AI brought back her creativity. We also talk about her chronic migraines, ADHD, and bipolar 2 and the effects they have had on her life since childhood.

Emmy's Instagram: @NightmarishMeatballs

Nightmarish Meatballs website: www.nightmarishMeatballs.com

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Music by Jordie James (sin)

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Corinne Goodwin - Eastern PA Trans Equity Project - Trans | Advocate

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:01:00 GMT

We talk to Corinne Goodwin, founder of the Eastern PA Trans Equity Project, and discover how her nonprofit empowers transgender and LGBTQ+ individuals, provides legal name change assistance, and advocates for the trans community across central and eastern Pennsylvania.

Website: www.PATransEquity.org

Corinne Instagram: @patransequity

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Music by Jordie James (sin)

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Scott Roche - Author | Podcaster - Depression | ADHD

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 04:01:00 GMT

Scott joins us to talk about writing with depression and ADHD. He also delves into his experience with gastroparesis.

www.scottrouche.com

Scott's social media: @scottrocheauthor

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Remy W. Anders, award winning advocate, writer, and creator

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 05:01:00 GMT

Remy talks to us about his journey in content creation, starting with the founder of Beach Body. And the difficulties of being disabled and trying to succeed in business and surviving the online community. But, most importantly, we discuss the creation of his famous online character, Aunt Ruth!

Find him on social media: @jeremyandrewdavis

His website: www.jeremyandrewdavis.com

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Music by Jordie James (sin)

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Sophie-Anais Renois - Speech Pathologist - Chronic Illness

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 04:01:00 GMT

We talk to Sophie about her work as a speech language pathologist and the struggles she faces as a disabled, black woman. She has experienced a lot of gaslighting in the field and works to fight for what's right.

Sophie's Instagrams: @srenois1; @thepatientprovider

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Michelle Steiner - Teacher - Learning disabilities

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 04:01:00 GMT

We talk to Michelle about learning disabilities and growing up to become a paraeducator. After many struggles with visual perception and hand dexterity, she learned what she was meant to be doing and is striving in the education environment.

www.michellesmission.com

Michelle Instagram: @steiner7250

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LIVE HALLOWEEN SPECIAL...and auction

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 04:01:00 GMT

Welcome to the Othering Podcast Halloween special. This is the recording of the live episode on Oct 30th 2025. We talk to several guests, listen to some great music, and talked about the auction.

This is a silent auction that will be active till Nov 6, 2025. Portions of the proceeds will go to the Trevor Project. Place your bids now!

WWW.OTHERINGPODCAST.COM/AUCTION

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Joseph Kibler talks about Disability, HIV, and LGBTQ+ Representation in Hollywood

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 05:01:00 GMT

Joseph Kibler has been seen on CSI: Cyber, Chicago Med, and his new upcoming series Adoptive. Joseph lives with cerebral palsy and is HIV positive.

Joseph Kibler on Instagram/TikTok: josephakibler

His new series on all platforms: AdoptiveTheSeries

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Cancer survivor, David Moore, Co-founder of PEP Radio

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 04:01:00 GMT

What? They sniffed Tylenol somehow?

In this episode, we talk to David about his advocacy work helping to bring same sex marriage legality to PA. We also talk to him about his two time cancer survival and his coming out as gay experience and, ultimately, marrying a female.

Pennsylvania Equality Project: www.PAEquality.com

PEP Radio available on Live365, Roku, and Alexa

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Helen - Chronically Savage with long COVID, POTS, and Hypermobile spectrum disorder.

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 05:01:00 GMT

Those hoof beat could be a platypus coming at you.

We are joined by Helen Savage of Chronically Savage to talk about her experience with long COVID. We delve into what COVID was like in England and how long COVID has affected her.

Helen's Instagram: chronically.savage

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Taylor Coffman on Turning Rare Disease into Advocacy

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 05:01:00 GMT

"While the experience was a roller coaster, I did find my voice in that hospital bed," Taylor Coffman from the HuffPost article.

Taylor Coffman, author of a #1 viral HuffPost article and Substack's Rare Disease Girl, joins us to talk about her near death experience after giving birth to her child. She details the events as she struggled for her life in the hospital and what it was like coming home.

Taylor Coffman on Instagram: @taylorcoffmanmade

HuffPost article: https://tinyurl.com/mted92zt

Taylor's SubStack: TaylorCoffman.substack.com

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Rachael Woodard - Abiding Hysteria Podcast - Reproductive Health, Chronic Pain, Chronic Illness

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 05:01:00 GMT

Fanny packs are coming back!!

Rachael Woodard, the host of the Abiding Hysteria Podcast joins us to talk about her podcast and the community she found. She also discusses her previous surgeries and the pain she lives with.

Abiding Hysteria Podcast available on Spotify Apple Podcasts, and YouTube

Abiding Hysteria Podcast on Instagram: @abidinghysteria

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Produced by LoudCore

Music by Jordie James (sin)

Graphics by Josh (@supergaming19yt)

Art therapy for the disabled by Monika - BONUS Part 2! - Scolosis, art therapy

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 04:01:00 GMT

A lot of people stay stuck in the suck.

Monada, uh, Monika returns! In this episode we talk about her therapy work and a special challenge that is out now! We also discuss how exercising and going to the gym has helped and hurt her.

Find Monika's challenge on Instagram @inspired.and.intentional

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Dee - Pink and Blues Support Group - Trans | LGBTQ+

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 04:01:00 GMT

We are in the Gayborhood!

In this episode, we talk to Dee about their experience as gender fluid and gender queer. They discuss many of the mental health issues that they suffered with for many years. They also explains Pink and Blues that she leads every week.

www.pinkandblues.org

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Music by Jordie James (sin)

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Mela - Fashion - Arthritis & Comorbidities

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 04:01:00 GMT

Oooo Look! Lesbians!

In this episode, we talk to Mela about the unfairness of trying to navigate the medical system and insurance. She talks about her arthritis and other diagnoses.

Find Mela on Instagram @chronically.ill.mela

Othering Instagram: @otheringpodcast

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Tayler Goectau: Part 2 - Patient Scientist - hEDS | Endo| MECFS | OCD |Autism

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 04:01:00 GMT

Tylenol causes volcanic eruptions.

We talk to Tayler (again!) about her work as a patient scientist studying hypermobile Ehlers Danlos. We also talk about her experience with TMS and exposure therapy for OCD.

Tayler's first episode aired Sept. 8. Go listen!

Tayler Instagram: @distaaybled

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Meghan author of Chronically Over It on Medium

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 05:01:00 GMT

Everyone has boobs.

In this episode we talk to Meg about their hEDS and autism. Their struggles obtaining the diagnosis and discovering many of them at the age of 30. They are the author and creator of Chronically Over It.

Meg Instagram: chronically__over_it

Chronically Over It on Medium: https://medium.com/chronicallyoverit

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Clark's Journey: Living with Chronic Illness & Neurodivergence

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 05:01:00 GMT

Textbook pretzel.

In this episode, we talk to Clark, creator of "Chronically, the Sickest" podcast. Clark shares her journey living with multiple chronic illnesses—including POTS, endometriosis, and heart disease—while navigating neurodivergence and mental health challenges.

Chronically the Sickest Podcast is available wherever you get your podcasts.

Clark Instagram: @thesickestpersonyouknow

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Nanette Lai MA, CPDT-KA - Dog Trainer - Multiple Sclerosis

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 04:01:00 GMT

How to train your dog.

Nanette, a dog trainer by occupation, deals with remitting-relapsing Multiple Sclerosis. We talk about the connection between dog training and disabilities as well as he experience with MS.

Nanette Instagram: @Unbalanced_dogtrainer

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Music by Jordie James (sin)

Graphics by Josh (@supergaming19yt)

Chelsea - Getting the Better of Endometriosis - Endo

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 05:01:00 GMT

The magical vagina!

We talk to Chelsea about her battle with Endometriosis and all of her advocacy work to help others suffering like she did. The projects and work she has and continues to do is phenomenal and inspirational.

Chelsea's links: linktr.ee/betterofendo

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Music by Jordie James (sin)

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Lyric - Advocate - LGBTQ, Bipolar, Lupus, Sjogren's Syndrome

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 05:01:00 GMT

We talk to Lyric about their life with many autoimmune conditions and AuDHD. They talked about their early years and the bullying that affected her negatively for many years.

Lyric Instagram: @thebedazzledspoon

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Music by Jordie James (sin)

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Ryann "Ry" Mason, BS RN, Dancing with hEDS!

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 05:01:00 GMT

Listen up and dance!

Ry talks about her experience as a nurse with a wheelchair handling hEDS. She also talks about her love for dance and how she learned dance in a wheelchair.

Ry's Instagram: @chronically_ry

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Virgo - Dancer, Advocate - JIRA | Stills Disease

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 05:01:00 GMT

Jacinda "Virgo" talks about their JIRA and stills disease diagnosis. We also talk about sodas and coffee!

Virgo Instagram: @iamspoonieful

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Music by Jordie James (sin)

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Holly Eckelberger - Meet Me At The Spot - The Sex Educator - AuDHD

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 05:01:00 GMT

Let's talk about sex...let's talk about all the good things and the bad things that may be..

We talk to Holly, the sex educator! Holly is the host of Meet Me At The Spot podcast and has a popular TikTok that turns complex, stigmatized topics into accessible conversations.

Meet Me At The Spot Podcast is available wherever you get your podcasts.

Holly Instagram: @meetmeatthespotpodcast

Holly TikTok: @Thatsexeducator

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Produced by LoudCore

Music by Jordie James (sin)

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Max Atticus - Authentic Advocacy - Autism

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 05:01:00 GMT

We talk to Max, a trans non-binary advocate and founder of Authentic Advocacy, to discuss their journey with late-diagnosed autism and ADHD. Max shares insights on autistic burnout, masking, gender identity intersecting with neurodivergence, and the challenges of growing up undiagnosed. Topics include the history of autism diagnosis, why AFAB individuals are often overlooked, navigating social struggles and puberty as a neurodivergent person, and creating inclusive spaces for autistic and disabled communities.

www.authenticAdvocacy.ca

Max's Instagram: @Authentic_Advocacy

Othering Instagram: @otheringpodcast

Tik Tok: @othering.podcast

YouTube: @OtheringPodcast

Produced by LoudCore

Music by Jordon James (sin)

Graphics by Josh (@supergaming19yt)

Poppy Bigg - CRPS (Complex Regional Pain Syndrome)

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 05:01:00 GMT

CRPS...finally!

Join us as we talk to Poppy about living with CRPS for over a decade years. Learn about diagnosis challenges, daily pain management, and finding community with this invisible chronic pain condition.

Poppy's Instagram: @crps_poppy

Othering Instagram: @otheringpodcast

Tik Tok: @othering.podcast

YouTube: @OtheringPodcast

Produced by LoudCore

Music by Jordie James (sin)

Graphics by Josh (@supergaming19yt)

Anita - Long COVID

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 05:01:00 GMT

Anita discusses what life is like with long COVID and how it changed her life. She also discusses her advocacy and work she does in the community to help.

Anita's Instagram: @chronically_anita

Othering Instagram: @otheringpodcast

Tik Tok: @othering.podcast

YouTube: @OtheringPodcast

Produced by LoudCore

Music by Jordon James (sin)

Graphics by Josh (@supergaming19yt)

Carly - Cerebral palsy

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 05:01:00 GMT

Carly talks to us about her struggles as a disabled person in school. We talk about accessibility as well as her cerebral palsy diagnosis.

Carly Instagram - @carlyxwebster

Othering Instagram: @otheringpodcast

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Hais (he/she/they) - POTS, hEDS, Hypophosphatasia, and more

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 05:01:00 GMT

We talk to Hais about their venture into social work and the feeling of hope it gives them. We also talk about medical diagnosis and the failed system.

Hais Instragram: @chronicallyHais

Othering Instagram: @otheringpodcast

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Joshua calls out accessibility issues at the NIH

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 05:01:00 GMT

In this episode, we talk to Joshua about politics and the affects of Multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, and autism on his life. After a life altering event, Joshua needed to change his whole world around.

Othering Instagram: @otheringpodcast

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Caroline, a pole dancer with Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 05:01:00 GMT

In this episode, we talk to Caroline about her life with hEDS while being a pole dancer. After multiple surgeries (7), she needed to adjust how she did different dance moves to avoid further injury.

Caroline Instagram: @_topquark

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Sense, Sensibility & Endometriosis: Emma’s Story

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 05:01:00 GMT

Oooo Jane Austin!

Emma joins us on to discuss her journey with endometriosis, it's stigma, and her lived experiences. As a current PhD researcher, she discusses how her literature studies have intersected with her diagnosis.

Emma's Instagram: @emmaisabellemary

Othering Instagram: @otheringpodcast

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Teen Life with Hypermobility: Caroline’s Experience

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 05:01:00 GMT

California campus!

In this episode we talk to Caroline, the teenage daughter of former guest Michele. This episode gives a fresh look at chronic pain/illness from the perspective of a teenager and what it's like going to school with her condition.

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Disability and LGBTQ advocate and podcaster, Danielle Silverstein

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 05:01:00 GMT

Everything is going to shit!

In this episode, we talk to Danielle about politics and her advocacy. The current administration has caused a lot of turbulence in this world. She also talks about the affects it has on her family.

Danielle Instagram: @marriageandmartinis

https://www.marriageandmartinis.com

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Long Covid advocate, Rev Kate, changed her life

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 04:01:00 GMT

Less filling but still tastes great!

We talk to Kate about her journey in the church, being queer, and long COVID. She tells us about the affects long covid has had on her.

Kate Instagram: @kateharmonsiberine

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Bri is bringing awareness to gastroparesis

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 04:01:00 GMT

I do!

In this episode, we talk to Bri about gastroparesis and it's affects on her growing up and to today. We also talk about her coming out experience and her beautiful wedding.

Bri Instagram - @gasparesis_reality

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Charlie - Everywhere Is Queer, Queer Voices

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 04:01:00 GMT

Charlie joins us to talk about his business, Everywhere Is Queer, an app that pinpoints thousands of queer owned businesses globally. As a queer himself, he sought to find safe spaced when travelling.

www.EverywhereIsQueer.com

App available on android and IOS

Everywhere is Queer Instagram: @EverywhereIsQueer

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Othering Podcast: After Dark

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 04:01:00 GMT

In this episode we talk about MIchele and Kaley's episodes. Good stuff!

Andrew Garza - The Queer Cripple as seen on Queer as Folk

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 04:01:00 GMT

We challenge Taylor Swift, Beyonce, Elton John

The Queer Cripple. Andrew joins us to discuss sex and being disabled. He also talks about his book and podcast. Andrew was the subject of the short film "Picture This" and consulted and acted in the 2022 Queer As Folk reboot.

Andrew on Instagram: @andrewgurza

Find "Notes From a Queer Cripple: How to Cultivate Queer Disabled Joy (and be hot while doing it!)" wherever you get your books

www.andrewgurza.com

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Jaye - Nonbinary, queer

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 04:01:00 GMT

Amen! In this episode we talk about art, religion, and queerness. Jaye explains their story and art in a beautiful way.

Jaye instagram: jbrix_art

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Monika - scoliosis, neurodivergent

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 04:01:00 GMT

Monada...I mean Monika joins us to discuss her scoliosis and the troubles she faced as a child with it and the treatments. She also explain her unique way of melding art and coaching together to create a healthier mind.

Monika Instagram: inspired.and.intentional

Monika's website: www.igniteandinspires.com

Monika's email: art.to.ignite.and.inspire@gmail.com

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Nina Tame - Disabled wheelchair user

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 04:01:00 GMT

Mind your business! Nina Tame, content creator and disabled advocate, joins us to discuss internalized ableism and growing up using mobility aids. She comes from the UK with wit and passion exploring the nuances of the disabled world.

www.ninatame.com

Nina's instagram @nina_tame

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Othering: After Dark

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 04:01:00 GMT

Mike and Dory discuss parenting and being descent human beings. After last episode, we are disgusted by parents that can just throw out their children.

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Othering: After Dark

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 04:01:00 GMT

In this episode we talk politics, including Medicaid/medicare, the unfortunate situation in the medical field, and about the socialism and capitalism. Dare I say, a little controversial.

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Nieta - Neurodivergent, FND

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 04:01:00 GMT

Nieta joins us to talk about her neurodivergence and advocacy. This episode gets deep into politics and maybe even a little controversial.

Disability Community for Democracy, Inc - www.diabilitycommunityfordemocracy.org

Disability Community for Democracy, Inc Instagram - @dcdinc12

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Tayler - neurodivergent, ostomy, POTs, hEDS

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 04:01:00 GMT

In this episode we talk to Tayler about Neurodivergence and some of her struggles with the medical field. She struggled to get the help she needed and has become a strong advocate for others.

Tayler's Instagram: @distaaybled

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Sam - AuDHD, LGBTQ+, stomach cancer

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 04:01:00 GMT

In this episode we talk to Samantha about her AuDHD and struggles growing up. She also talks about her 3 time cancer survival. Sam is the host of the Neurospective Podcast.

Neurospective Podcast instagram @Neurospective.Podcast

Available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.

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Cara Cochran - Two mom family and PROUD!

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 04:01:00 GMT

Cara came out at the age of 30 as a lesbian and has seen cut communication with her parents. We discuss all the difficulties and joys she has been thru on her journey.

Cara Instagram: @caras_atl

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Whitney - Lesbian, Interstitial cystitis, mental health

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 04:01:00 GMT

We talk to Whitney about her various mental health condition, and interstitial cystitis (painful bladder condition). It is a great conversation advocating for the problems affecting the marginalized communities today. Disability advocates needs to come together!

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Abbie - queer, non-binary, dietician

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 04:01:00 GMT

Abbie joins Othering Podcast to discuss their experience coming out late in life to a very Christian family. After leaving the church, their husband, and coming out they started their own business.

Space City Nutrition website: spacecitynutrition.com

Abbie' Instagram: @spacecity.nutrition

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Anne Mok - Visually impaired

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 04:01:00 GMT

Anne, author and speaker, joins us to discuss life through a visually impaired lens. She has two published works, a TEDx talk, and was featured in a Kia commercial.

Resilience and Purpose by Anne Mok - https://rb.gy/mdtq15

TEDx - Blind Sighted by Anne Mok - https://rb.gy/rkjhqo

Kia commercial with Anne Mok - https://rb.gy/mczz0h

Anne Mok Instagram: @PurposeInView

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Kaley DeRose - Junior Rheumatoid Arthritis

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 04:01:00 GMT

Kaley joins us to discuss what it was like growing up with junior rheumatoid arthritis. She also discusses coming out as LGBTQ.

Kaley Instram - @chronic.resources

Kaley roadmap - kaleyrose.gumroad.com

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Michele - hEDS, Fibro

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 04:01:00 GMT

Michele joins us to discuss her experiences with hypermobile Ehlers Danlos in herself and her children.

Michele's Instagram - @bendygirlinthegarden

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Eric & Tavares - LGBTQ, ALS

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 04:01:00 GMT

Eric and Tavares talk about coming out as gay and the struggles growing up. And then they delve into ALS and what the progression was like over the years.

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Fiona - AuDHD

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 04:01:00 GMT

Fiona joins us this week to talk about her late diagnoses of ADHD and autism. She talks about her coaching practice and helping other moms with a similar late diagnosis.

Fiona Instagram - @compassionate_coach_fiona

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Christina Lisk - Ehlers Danlos

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 04:01:00 GMT

Christina joins us to discuss her late Ehlers Danlos diagnosis and how it leads to other rare conditions. Also we go into details about the changes needed for better accessibility and understanding.

Christina's Instagram: @therunciblespoon

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Martin - Autism

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 04:01:00 GMT

Martin comes to us to discuss his journey to acceptance and advocacy of autism. He is an award winning advocate, author, and public speaker.

Spire Autism - www.spireautism.com

Martin's Instagrams: @spireautism

@martinsautismlife

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Nelly - BMP2 dysplasia spectrum disorder, gastritis, chronic pain

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 04:01:00 GMT

In this episode, we talk to Nelly about her extremely rare disease that contributed to further diagnoses. Nelly talks about her childhood and her journey to finding joy with community.

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Katie - Tendonitis, De Quervain

Mon, 26 May 2025 04:01:00 GMT

Katie is a secondary (high school) computing teach with tendonitis, de Quervain, in her right wrist. We discuss the struggles she has had medically and professionally in her career.

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Kai Cote - Hydrocephalus, Autism, POTS

Mon, 19 May 2025 04:01:00 GMT

Kai discusses her autism, brain surgery and advocacy work with us. Also talks about her path to speech pathology and how she got to that point.

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Giselle (Gigi) - Ileostomy, Chronic Migraines, Endometriosis

Mon, 12 May 2025 04:01:00 GMT

Gigi joins us to discuss her debilitating Gl issues that resulted in several surgeries and 3 ileostomies.

After nearly dying, she continued to raise her children and a happy family with her supportive husband. She also talks about some of her issues with heart disease, chronic migraines, endometriosis, joint issues and fibromyalgia which she is now discovering some may be caused by her genetic disorder, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome.

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Ali Cameron - paraplegic/T1 spinal cord injury

Mon, 05 May 2025 04:01:00 GMT

Ali Cameron talks about her journey from Argentina to Canada, boarding school, and her disability.

Ali is a branding coach, disability advocate, and founder of Seated Perspectives, where she helps disabled entrepreneurs build bold, authentic brands that reflect their lived experiences. Her work challenges traditional disability narratives and centers disabled joy, creativity, and leadership.

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Othering: After Dark

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 04:01:00 GMT

We discuss what we have learned so far since starting Othering Podcast talking to our guests. We talk about a lot of the problems with America and the government.

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Othering Podcast Introduction

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 04:01:00 GMT

Othering podcast first interview and guest will be on May 5th, but join us today while we talk a little about why we're doing this podcast!

Your hosts Mike and Dory discuss their personal battles with disabilities and what they hope the podcast will be and achieve.

May 5 will be our first guest, Ali Cameron, a paraplegic with a coaching business to help disabled entrepreneurs.

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Liz Douglas - Runner - Endometriosis | Queer

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 04:01:00 GMT

Liz Douglas is a marathon runner, disability advocate, women’s health champion, and single queer mom. Liz shares her journey navigating life with endometriosis, fibroids, hypermobility, CPTSD, and anxiety, all while building community and raising awareness for invisible illnesses.

Liz on Instagram: @FAEwarrior913

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Blair Imani - Smarter in Seconds - Activist | Author

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 04:01:00 GMT

In this episode, we sit down with Blair Imani, LA Times bestselling author, historian, and creator of the viral web series Smarter in Seconds, for a wide-ranging conversation on education, privilege, and advocacy.

Blair Imani - @blairimani

Smarter in Seconds YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@blairimani

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Produced by LoudCore Productions | Music by Jordie James (sin) |

Graphics by Josh (@supergaming19yt)

Michele, Caroline, and Laura - Family - hEDS | HSD | LGBTQ+

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 04:01:00 GMT

Michele and Caroline are joined by Michele's sister Laura to talk about their support system and how it was growing up. This is an episode fill of laughs and fun.

Michele Instagram @bendygirlinthegarden (previous episode July 14, 2025)

Caroline Instagram @livelifewithcarrie (previous episode Nov 9, 2025)

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Jermaine Greaves - Actor | Creator - Cerebral Palsy

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 04:01:00 GMT

Jermaine Greaves, actor and creator, talks about his ventures while battling cerebral palsy and other illnesses. He talks about his film making and content creation putting him in the spotlight.

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The Othering Podcast Trailer

Sun, 20 Apr 2025 22:19:14 GMT

The Othering Podcast coming soon!

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