#Part of Me Podcast
Business & Economics Podcasts
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
Location:
United Kingdom
Description:
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
Language:
English
Episodes
Michael on ableism
11/9/2021
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 and was enjoying his meal until it started raining.
In this episode, Michael explains why in his own words why he decided to stay at the restaurant and his experience of ableism and lack of access for disabled people in general.
Duration:00:35:53
Episode 25: Wrap Up of Season 1
12/20/2019
Duration:00:09:58
Episode 24: Gina - Acquiring a Disability
11/29/2019
Duration:00:51:56
Episode 23: Roland – PC vs Excluding Language
11/1/2019
A series of podcast interviews with disabled people. In this episode, Roland tells Esi about a Facebook discussion he was involved in and challenges that perceptions of political correctness versus inclusion and fairness. In this light hearted, fun discussion, both experts to discuss subjects such as; disabled people’s organisations, language that influences, perceptions and education and opportunities.
Mentioned In This Episode
Ripples From The Edge Of Life - Roland's book
Duration:00:37:44
Episode 22: Jane – Recruiting Disabled People
10/1/2019
On this disability in the workplace podcast episode: How is disability portrayed in the media? And what effect does this have on employees?
Jane's bio:
Jane Hatton MSc FCIPD FRSA
Jane has worked in diversity since 1990. She founded Evenbreak in 2011, an award-winning social enterprise run by and for disabled people. This helps employers attract talented disabled people through a specialist online job board. Evenbreak is entirely staffed by disabled people. Jane runs Evenbreak either...
Duration:00:41:15
Episode 21: Rachel – Embracing Support
9/2/2019
A series of podcast interviews with disabled people. Rachel speaks about her progressive disability. She speaks about her voluntary work and the reasons for doing it. We explore how the equipment that disabled people use can seem disabling but can actually be very enabling. As well as co-production, designing with disabled people and allies.
Definitely worth a listen
Duration:00:34:15
Episode 20: Ian – User Led Organisations
8/1/2019
Ian Loynes is CEO of Spectrum Centre for Independent Living – a community interest company led by disabled people, for disabled people. In this series of podcast interviews with disabled people, Ian explains the importance and relevance of user led organisations. Esi and Ian discuss many areas of work and disability.
How is disability portrayed in the media? Why are user lead organisation so important? In this disability podcast episode, Ian shares his views and both Esi and Ian explore...
Duration:00:27:32
Episode 19 - Esi Sharing Her Experiences
7/1/2019
A series of podcast interviews with disabled people.
#PartofMe has been talking to disabled people about their experiences for a year and a half. July’s episode talks to Esi - the founder and host of #PartofMe and Celebrating Disability. Hosted by Debra Levitt - founder of Bridge Road Consultants, Esi shares her experiences of why disability inclusion is so important and how to make it accessible to everyone in every business.
See More About Debra Here
Duration:00:38:42
Episode 18: Victoria – Events, Ability, Opportunity
5/31/2019
A series of podcast interviews with disabled people. In this episode, Esi talks to Victoria Edwards:
My name is Victoria Edwards. I have gained valuable knowledge and experience through volunteering and paid employment for both Making Space and Toucan Diversity Training as well as the Scout Association in Marketing and Event Management. I have worked in a range of environments from retail to office based and have gained valuable knowledge on what I need for myself and some others to work...
Duration:00:24:07
Episode 17: Daniel – Challenging Asperger’s
5/1/2019
A series of podcast interviews with disabled people. In this episode, Daniel and Esi talk about work and disability; specifically related to Asperger's.
Daniel has Asperger Syndrome and has not always found it easy to communicate with the world. However, he's been lucky to know some good people who have helped him both understand and come to terms with my Autism. As a result, Daniel uses his skills to help others understand the condition. He has many years of experience in the field of...
Duration:00:35:32
Episode 16: Denis - Perceptions & Attitudes
4/1/2019
A series of podcast interviews with disabled people.
Denis hosts a disability podcast in Northern Ireland and has worked as a social worker supporting disabled people to achieve inclusion. He is a member of the International Psychological Honours Society: awarded for outstanding academic achievement in the field of psychology. He has just completed his Masters in Disability and Rehabilitation Studies and is about to become a life-coach for disabled people.
Denis talks about a bit of...
Duration:00:29:21
Episode 15: Meryl - Video Captioning Effectiveness
2/1/2019
A series of podcast interviews with disabled people. In the episode exploring work and disability, Meryl and Esi discuss the importance of video captioning. Supporting accessibility podcasts.
Meryl is a profoundly deaf lady from Texas who runs a marketing company. She talks Esi and also her clients about the effectiveness of captioning in videos. See her videos on how to make captions work for your business at: youtube.com/merylkevans
Duration:00:11:45
Episode 14: Ashleigh - Job Carving
2/1/2019
A series of podcast interviews with disabled people.
In this episode, Ashleigh talks about job carving; creating job roles that compliment a disabled person's strengths and skills. Redefining work and disability.
Ashleigh Ritchie is a disability training consultant with a difference. Being disabled myself she has an in depth, realistic appreciation of the needs of people with disabilities, both as employees and as customers. She has delivered equality and diversity, disability awareness...
Duration:00:31:33
Episode 13: Brodie - ADHD & Dyslexia
1/1/2019
A series of podcast interviews with disabled people. This month, Brodie talks about how he manages his ADHD at work.
Brodie who works in the gas and oil industry in America talks about how he manages with ADHD and dyslexia whilst carrying out his job. He offers valuable and realistic insights into how with a little support and understanding from management, he can use the creativity and passion that comes with his impairments to add extra value to what he does.
Duration:00:19:14
Episode 12: Sarah - A Diverse Workforce
12/1/2018
A series of podcast interviews with disabled people.
In this disability podcast episode, Sarah talks about her experiences of being an employee and then moving on to running her own business. She talks about the barriers she faces as a disabled person and the brilliant advise that she would offer others.
Duration:00:18:30
Episode 11: Peter on Making Sport Inclusive
11/1/2018
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
Duration:00:38:02
Episode 10: Gemma-Louise Talks Disability in the Media
10/1/2018
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.
Useful Links:
https://www.gemmalouisestevenson.com
Journalism Diversity Fund: https://www.journalismdiversityfund.com/
Thomas Read Bursary for Disabled Journalists: http://www.thomasread.org/
Opportunities for work experience at Sky Sports/Sky News for journalists with disabilities:
https://careers.sky.com/earlycareers/work-experience-opportunities
Find out about opportunities to play wheelchair tennis: www.tennisfoundation.org.uk
Duration:00:47:51
Episode 9: Roland on Acquired Disability
9/1/2018
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 experience.
Duration:00:27:55
Episode 8: Natalie Talks Autism
8/1/2018
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.com
Duration:00:10:18
Episode 7: Robert on Disability Consulting
7/1/2018
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 recorded and I can share it with you. Here it is in its raw, uncut form.
Duration:00:29:58