#Part of Me Podcast
Esi Hardy hosts #PartofMe – a peer interview podcast. Once a month, Esi invites a guest to share their experiences of how they manage their disability in the workplace. Helping everyone to develop disability confidence and inclusion in the workplace for disabled people. Workplaces are varied; from mediator couches to the tennis court and everything in between. As well as stimulating debate and discussion, the podcast offers advice and tips for managers and disabled people alike. Search: PartofMe Podcast #PartofMe Podcast is released on the first of the month and is available on all major podcasting apps. Including: Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher. If you would like to be part of this important conversation or have any questions resulting from anything you hear on an episode, please contact Esi at esi.hardy@celebratingdisability.co.uk
Episodes
26 episodes
Michael on ableism
Michael Grimmett went for a meal with his PA at his local pizza restaurant after booking and asking for wheelchair access into the building. When he arrived, the ramp that they provided was not accessible. Michael had to sit outside a...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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35:53
Episode 11: Peter on Making Sport Inclusive
In this episode, Peter talks about his career as an Olympian swimmer and the importance of making sure that sport is accessible and inclusive for everyone.http://peterhullmbe.com
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Episode 11
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38:02
Episode 10: Gemma-Louise Talks Disability in the Media
Gemma – Louise and Esi talk about disability in the media and especially in sport. Gemma Louise is a tennis journalist and shares her thoughts on the lack of representation of disabled people on television and in sporting journalism.U...
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Season 10
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47:51
Episode 9: Roland on Acquired Disability
Roland talks about supporting disabled employees who have acquired their disability. He talks honestly about how his own acquired disability and health condition was managed in his workplace and offers insight that can improve customer experien...
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Episode 9
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27:55
Episode 8: Natalie Talks Autism
Natalie is an Animator and Illustrator. She talks to Esi about her business "Radiant Chameleon and the benefits that a person with autism can bring to business. We definitely recommend having a look at Natalie's website: www.radiantchameleon.co...
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Episode 8
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10:18
Episode 7: Robert on Disability Consulting
In memory of a great friend and colleague. Robert was a true inspiration in the true sense of the term. He leaves a legacy in the Disability Equality Movement that cannot be matched. I feel honoured that this podcast was re...
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Episode 7
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29:58
Episode 6: Lorna on a bit of everything
Lorna talks about what it is like to manage in the workplace whilst having a personal assistant. A very open and honest conversation about the challenges that this brings
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Episode 6
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16:29
Episode 5: Iain on Cerebral Palsy (or CP for short)
Iain from All Inclusive CIC shares his views on managing the challenges of his disability whilst running a business
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Episode 5
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24:04
Episode 4: Esi's radio interview with Swindon Radio
In January, Esi was interviewed by the presenters of 105.5 Swindon fm. They chatted about disabled people in workplace and Esi offered advice and tips on how to offer support for disabled employees
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Episode 4
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44:36
Episode 3: Ross Chats Access to Work
Support workers (or personal assistants) are at times, a fundamental part of how a disabled employee manages to carry out their role. In this episode, Ross discusses the implications of having personal assistants and how they can support an ind...
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Episode 3
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20:45
