The Mixed Crips Podcast

The Mixed Crips chat with Bean for round 2 to chat about physical and mental rehab, resilience and the will that you can have to push through and see progress. Bean Gill is an award-winning inclusive leader, neurorecovery expert, and co-founder of ReYu Paralysis Recovery Centre. She’s also the star of PUSH—Canada’s first TV series with an all-disabled cast, breaking bias and sparking real talk around belonging. Her work blends neuroscience with real-world leadership: helping teams build trust and handle conflict, navigating identity shifts, and embracing mindset change by offering tangible tools that help shift perspectives from stuck to solution-focused. Her accolades include NAIT’s Alumni Award for Excellence, the Womanition Award for Philanthropy, and medals from both Queen Elizabeth II and King Charles III. Bean is bold, brilliant, and unfiltered—and if you want a speaker who shakes comfort zones, she’s it. Please welcome—the one and only, Bean Gill Recorded April 6/25

The Mixed Crips chat with Mom and Daughter to chat about the daughters' years in institutions and how they have been able to come out the other side. Voices have been disguised to protect identities and ensure a safe space for them to share. Recorded April 11/25

The Mixed Crips chat with Zach about all the formalities that still need the "good fight" and what it takes to be in all the right rooms! Zachary Weeks is an award-winning accessibility strategist, speaker, and consultant with deep roots in disability advocacy and inclusive design. As a proud Albertan and wheelchair user, Zachary brings both lived experience and professional insight to every project, working closely with organizations, businesses, and governments to improve access and equity across Canada. Recognized as a trusted voice in the disability community and accessibility space, Zachary was brought on as a consultant for CBC's Push, a groundbreaking unscripted series that explores the lives of Canadians with disabilities. His involvement helped shape the show's approach to authentic and respectful representation, while also offering audiences a candid, lived perspective on disability. His broader work includes conducting accessibility audits, advising on inclusive policy development, and co-leading national initiatives like the Equity-Centered Co-Design Inclusive Housing project with the University of Alberta. Zachary has partnered with major institutions, events, and media campaigns - always centering the voices and needs of people with disabilities. Known for his relatable communication style and practical, people-first solutions, Zachary is passionate about reshaping narratives and creating inclusive systems. He's excited to contribute his insight and experience to this important series. Recorded April 10/25

The Mixed Crips chat with Nicole, Barry, Brian and Shaylee about life in and out of facilities/care homes while in a long term relationship. There are stories here that may surprise you. Barry Lasko TALK TO ME It is hard to miss Barry with his big beard and even bigger personality! Barry has arrived as his “good vibes only” motto and attitude are quick to spread. Now at 56, a resident of Wascana Rehabilitation Centre, Barry’s room is a collection of his creative endeavours – artwork made at Camp, a keyboard to play music, and all the technology tools he needs for writing books, poetry, and performances. Although Barry is experiencing life in a wheelchair, he enjoys challenging himself and people’s perceptions of what individuals experiencing disability can achieve in their lives. Humble as he is, Barry is a published author, local performer in the Listen To Dis’ Voice ensemble, musician, and board member of the first and only disability arts organization that is led by people experiencing disability. I’m a social person. I like having deep conversations; when I speak, I speak from my heart,” He’s not just the comic relief or someone to wax philosophical with; he’s a teacher and a friend to many.“Barry makes everyone feel welcome in his presence, and everyone loves to be around him” Shaylee Rosnes Shaylee is BACK is an LTD’ Artist and Administrative Associate and Arts Programmer with Listen to Dis’ Community Arts Organization. She graduated from the University of Regina with a Bachelor of Social Work in 2022 and hopes to use that training in future theatre projects. Shaylee is an actor in both The Dripping Honeys [LTD’ music ensemble] and The Other Ordinary [LTD’s theatre company]. Most recently, she has appeared in the Dripping Honey’s productions Bits & Pieces of Dis’ & Dat which toured across the province in 2023 and 2024. She is also the monologist in the annual “Not Just Christmas” concert which is performed at care and seniors’ homes in Regina and surrounding areas, in addition to the annual public concert at Darke Hall. And finally, she was cast in a staged read of award-winning playwright Kelley Jo Burke’s new work “Rigby” last year. For fun, Shaylee enjoys soft fluffy animals, music, and time spent with loved ones. Bryan Smith Bryan has served as the community engagement specialist for Chip and Dale Homes for the past 5 years. Prior to that, Bryan studied history at the University of Regina with expertise in First Nations. Bryan has spent time advocating for persons with disabilities all around Saskatchewan. With time spent at the university of Regina Helping build modern bathrooms and elevators, while working at such influential organizations like Chip and Dale Homes, Special Olympics Saskatchewan, and Cerebral Palsy Saskatchewan. In his spare time, Bryan enjoys spending time with family and loved ones and playing video games. Nicole Bear Born and raised in Regina Saskatchewan, Nicole (friends call her Nic), is an actor with an obsession for musicals! Having studied at the University of Regina for journalism and theatre acting, her main credits come from working with theatre companies, such as Listen to Dis Community Arts, Organization, and Sterling Productions. This crazy cat lady will always keep you guessing! Recorded April 8-9/25

The Mixed Crips chat with Shiloh about her time as a caregiver, advocate and daughter to her mother with early onset dementia. The battles she has encountered and how she has had to move as a result. Shiloh Fulford is a 41-year-old community support worker based in oskâna kâ-asastêki (Regina), in Treaty 4 territory. She's a wife, a mom to two teenagers—and four cats—and a caregiver for her own mom, who’s living with advanced, early-onset Alzheimer’s in a public care institution. Shiloh works with Creative Options Regina and is also studying Indigenous Social Work at First Nations University. She’s deeply passionate about human rights and social justice—especially when it comes to 2SLGBTQ+ and disability rights—and volunteers with Righting Relations, a grassroots movement of educators and organizers working toward decolonization and radical social change across Turtle Island. When she’s not juggling all of that, Shiloh loves music, board games, true crime docs, and gathering loved ones around the table for good food and meaningful connection. Recorded April 6/25

The Mixed Crips chat with Mike about his journey to adhd diagnosis an his relationship with graffiti art! Welcome to this seasons "palette cleanser." We finally got Mike @m1k3y_kay3, an amazing graffiti artist My name is Mike Kaye I was diagnosed with ADHD late in life. I have been an advocate for skateboarding for most of my life and have been an aerosol artist for over two decades. I enjoy sharing my experiences with the youth and community to give them the opportunities I did not have. I am a very loud and talkative individual and have never been scared to be an open book. I currently work and live out of Herbert, SK. Recorded April 11/25

The Mixed Crips chat with Andy about her experience with hospital stays, health care workers, advocates, loved ones and all things in-between! This is a conversation that will shock you at points but it is open and has laughter in it as well. Andrea (Andy) Junior is a 41-year-old (at the time of the recording, 42 at the time of release) quadriplegic who’s now been sitting longer than she ever stood, thanks to a car accident that rudely ended her vertical lifestyle at 15. She mostly has her life together. By day, she’s a freelance graphic and web designer under Built With Sticks - a name inspired by the pencils strapped to her hands that help her type. But when she’s not pushing pixels, she’s pushing her luck, burning through her nine lives and collecting all the firsthand experience needed to talk about the chaotic reality of having a spinal cord injury in the hospital. Recorded April 8/25

The Mixed Crips chat with Kyla Thomson (@kylact) about being and advocate for her daughter Bella (Brave) in the medical care system. Bella Brave, a young TikTok star whose fearless medical journey with multiple rare health conditions inspired millions around the world. Despite facing unimaginable challenges from birth, Bella’s strength and determination not only defied the odds but also helped advance medical understanding, paving the way for better care for future children. Her courage in the face of adversity and her ability to bring joy and hope to others continues to resonate deeply, even after her passing in 2024 at just 10 years old. As a content creator, speaker, and advocate, Kyla uses her powerful platforms to raise awareness for rare diseases, support families navigating similar challenges, and share meaningful lessons of resilience, hope, and love. Recorded April 7/25

Starting this Season with a check in with Tash and Maria!! This season is a big and full. Be sure to listen in on why Season 3 topics are so important to both these 2 lovely ladies!!! Enjoy!! Recorded April 11/25 So Tash is NOT pregnant again haha but she was on April 11/25

The Mixed Crips chat with Brittany about history of institutions/facilities. Very good conversation with 3 friends around a kitchen table. Remember... we are not Historians, just some folks interested in History and reading up but definitely not “researching” from start to finish. Thank you YouTube and Wikipedia Mental Hospital at Weyburn An Archaeology of Madness - 3 Part Series https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8iGb24ADIfY Recorded April 9/25 Trigger Warning 38 min 50 sec lengthy conversation about the MAID program in Canada

Our chat with Tamarra Lessard for our Season Finale!! This is a full full episode with all sort of great conversation about women and the equality in the film and arts industry.

We get our para sport information for Mr. Brian McPherson. He is an enthusiastic Paralympic Athlete with all the energy to match it in our conversation.

Have some time and here our convo with Mars Kearney. Our sound engineer component of the Podcast and hear how their music and writing bring light to their life, while living with their ADHD

Carly Neis chats with up about her experienced performing in the Arts World while living with her disability!! Have a listen and hear about some glass ceilings!!!

Alright we are talking about Marriage in the world of physical disability. Aleem and Nick open up about their love stories and challenges, successes and all the in-betweens!

We get to have an amazing conversation with Riccardo Baldini and hear about his original invention

Listen to us chat with our mentor (and the reason we, Tash & Maria met) Traci Foster about her journey with disability advocacy in the world of The Arts and where our momentum is movement forward!!!

This is our chance to introduce you to some of "our people". Jitty Mathew (for Tash) and Eliza Doyle (for Maria) have a conversation with us about what it is like to be in our inner circle and loving and at times complicated relationships! First will be Jitty followed with Eliza.

Cone join in on out conversation with Brittney Neunzig. We talk about all the juicey stuff around relationships, intimacy and the sex time.

We chat with Roneel Gounder about himself and love for dance! Hear his enthusiasm and rhythm pushes him to create!