The Other Side Of Deaf

Host Crystal Hand talks all things advocacy. Drawing from life experiences, countless hours of training in the field and 9 years of coaching others, Crystal covers how to navigate your way through school and medical systems to make sure you are never left out of the conversation. Everything from learning your rights to controlling your temper - She discusses the dos and don'ts on how to advocate for yourself or your child for deaf related services. This podcast is produced and owned by Crystal Hand and not associated with any other company, business or government entity. "The Other Side of Deaf" podcast and associated websites and social media pages represent the opinions of the host and her guests on the show and do not represent or reflect the opinion of any organization the participants are employed or associated with. The content here is for information purposes only and should not be used for medical or legal purposes. Additional Resources: Special Education Law Resources Wrightslaw Special Education Law and Advocacy

Host Crystal Hand interviews her deaf friend Holly Ambrass where they discuss her life as a CODA (Child of a Deaf Adult), a deaf woman and a mother of a hard of hearing child. In this episode Holly talks about what it was like growing up in a generational deaf family and her journey of her progressive hearing loss that ultimately led to her getting a cochlear implant as an adult. Crystal and Holly examine an array of topics including the process of getting a cochlear implant from surgery to post activation, the challenges she faces in her job, as well as what it is like to be a single mom raising a hard of hearing daughter. This podcast is produced and owned by Crystal Hand and not associated with any other company, business or government entity. "The Other Side of Deaf" podcast and associated websites and social media pages represent the opinions of the host and her guests on the show and do not represent or reflect the opinion of any organization the participants are employed or associated with. The content here is for information purposes only and should not be used for medical or legal purposes.

Host Crystal Hand sits down with Ginger Stanfill, the child sponsorship coordinator for Deaf Child Hope International. With 80% of all Deaf/hard of hearing children living in developing countries, this topic is vital to the conversation of Deaf people in the world. Giving us a wider world view of life for Deaf individuals, Ginger discusses what life is like for these children, what they are doing to help, and the greatest needs of these children all across the globe. Ginger has been to several developing countries, working with this nonprofit organization and their partners in helping Deaf Children access resources like food, shelter, education and language. To learn more about Deaf Child Hope International click here: Deaf Child Hope Deaf Child Hope International | Facebook Deaf Child Hope International (@deafchildhope) • Instagram photos and videos This podcast is produced and owned by Crystal Hand and not associated with any other company, business or government entity. "The Other Side of Deaf" podcast and associated websites and social media pages represent the opinions of the host and her guests on the show and do not represent or reflect the opinion of any organization the participants are employed or associated with. The content here is for information purposes only and should not be used for medical or legal purposes.

Host Crystal Hand interviews Jari Majewski and Julia Faliano - co founders of the non-profit organization "Feel the Beat" - an organization dedicated to making music and dance fully accessible. Taking inspiration from experience with teaching deaf children, as well as their own passion for music and theater, these women are forging a new path for Deaf students. After years of trial and error and partnering with amazing organizations, they have come up with a floor technology that can make every tone and every sound accessible to Deaf and hard of hearing through touch. With technology and a world class teaching staff they have made a haven for Deaf students (as well as special needs students) that they are hoping to duplicate and expand all across the county. Jari and Julia tell us how they came up with idea, what it took to get it started and the unexpected therapy benefits both Deaf students and other special needs groups that they have discovered along the way. If you would like to learn more about Jari and Julia and their organization, Feel the Beat, how you can get involved or get a floor or your own, go to their website Feel The Beat Dance This podcast is produced and owned by Crystal Hand and not associated with any other company, business or government entity. "The Other Side of Deaf" podcast and associated websites and social media pages represent the opinions of the host and her guests on the show and do not represent or reflect the opinion of any organization the participants are employed or associated with. The content here is for information purposes only and should not be used for medical or legal purposes.

Host Crystal Hand interviews a hard of hearing teenager living and going to school in a hearing community. Not fully hearing, but not fully deaf - guest Luke Hand talks about his experiences trying to navigate this strange landscape. Covering topics like how he manages school and athletics, facing discrimination, learning to advocate for himself, and his complicated relationship with the Deaf Community. Luke also discusses his desire and hope for others like him to find a community and how he started a social media page just for middle school and high school students so that no matter where they are they can have a community. To join this private group, go to: https://www.facebook.com/groups/powerofhearingloss This podcast is produced and owned by Crystal Hand and not associated with any other company, business or government entity. "The Other Side of Deaf" podcast and associated websites and social media pages represent the opinions of the host and her guests on the show and do not represent or reflect the opinion of any organization the participants are employed or associated with. The content here is for information purposes only and should not be used for medical or legal purposes.

Host Crystal Hand sits down with American Sign Language Interpreter Kate Chen to discuss her experiences from her front row seat to the deaf community. Touching on subjects like how to become an interpreter, differences in older and younger generations of Deaf Individuals with language, the very private moments she witnesses and how technology and covid has changed it all. This podcast is produced and owned by Crystal Hand and not associated with any other company, business or government entity. "The Other Side of Deaf" podcast and associated websites and social media pages represent the opinions of the host and her guests on the show and do not represent or reflect the opinion of any organization the participants are employed or associated with. The content here is for information purposes only and should not be used for medical or legal purposes.

Part 2 of Interview: Host Crystal Hand sits down and talks with teacher of the Deaf Kristen Stewart and discusses all things deaf education. In the second half of the interview, they cover topics like having realistic expectations for deaf children, which is better deaf schools or hearing schools according to a teacher of the deaf, how has Covid affected our kids and so much more. This podcast is produced and owned by Crystal Hand and not associated with any other company, business or government entity. "The Other Side of Deaf" podcast and associated websites and social media pages represent the opinions of the host and her guests on the show and do not represent or reflect the opinion of any organization the participants are employed or associated with. The content here is for information purposes only and should not be used for medical or legal purposes.

Host Crystal Hand sits down and talks with a teacher of the Deaf and discusses all things deaf education. Covering topics like how Deaf education has changed over the years, how communication modes, ADA laws and technology have impacted deaf education, game changing strategies for helping students succeed and so much more! This is the first of two episodes covering this topic. This podcast is produced and owned by Crystal Hand and not associated with any other company, business or government entity. "The Other Side of Deaf" podcast and associated websites and social media pages represent the opinions of the host and her guests on the show and do not represent or reflect the opinion of any organization the participants are employed or associated with. The content here is for information purposes only and should not be used for medical or legal purposes.

Host Crystal Hand and her Deaf friend Stephanie Kiessling discuss Deaf issues that are important today. This episode covers hot topics like spoken language vs sign language, the role of hearing technology, deaf school vs. hearing school and what it is like growing up in a hearing family. Stephanie gives us insight on the deaf perspective in a world that too often forces Deaf people to accommodate hearing peers and gives practical advice for families with deaf children on how to navigate raising them. This podcast is produced and owned by Crystal Hand and not associated with any other company, business or government entity. "The Other Side of Deaf" podcast and associated websites and social media pages represent the opinions of the host and her guests on the show and do not represent or reflect the opinion of any organization the participants are employed or associated with. The content here is for information purposes only and should not be used for medical or legal purposes.

Host Crystal Hand talks about who she is, why she cares so much about the deaf community and what she hopes you get out of this podcast.

Host Crystal Hand talks about her experiences being a hearing mom to deaf children, and all the emotions that go with it. From the day of identification, to the teen years and everything in between, she talks about all the ups and downs of raising deaf children. Crystal gives practical advise and insight to parents, professionals that work with deaf children, and Deaf individuals with hearing parents. This podcast is produced and owned by Crystal Hand and not associated with any other company, business or government entity. "The Other Side of Deaf" podcast and associated websites and social media pages represent the opinions of the host and her guests on the show and do not represent or reflect the opinion of any organization the participants are employed or associated with. The content here is for information purposes only and should not be used for medical or legal purposes.