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Emma Myers, in a powerchair, moving towards Parliament House.

Access Granted

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1 Season

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7 Episodes

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By Emma Myers

A new podcast series by Powerd and CBAA's Canberra-based journalist Emma Myers - putting you in charge of the conversation.

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Season 1

Episodes

  1. Carly, a smiling woman with red skin and dark curly hair, wearing a floral shirt dress, and sea green undershirt.
    1. The Burden of Proof... with Carly Findlay

    29 mins

    Carly Findlay speaks of her activism, intersectional identity and the 'burden of proof' people with disability face to access services.

  2. Shane, a white man in a dark hoodie, is smiling at the camera and making a peace sign. In the background is a full-wall image of a Lufthansa 747 jumbo jet.
    2. Wheeling Around the World … with Shane Hryhorec

    28 mins

    In this episode, Shane explains why having physical access to locations is so important.

  3. Sophie, a woman with brown hair smiling, wearing a black blazer and brown shirt.
    3. Passion, Politics and Pigs! ... with Sophie Cusworth

    28 mins

    Passion, Politics and Pigs! ...with Sophie Cusworth

  4. Dinesh sits in a wheelchair in dark blue scrubs smiling at the camera.
    4. Defying Expectations … with Dr Dinesh Palipana

    29 mins

    Dinesh Palipana OAM is an Australian doctor, lawyer, scientist and disability advocate.

  5. Khadija is smiling and standing in front of a leafy bush, with short blonde hair, wearing a denim jacket and a pink top.
    5. Activism, Altruism and Autism … with Khadija Gbla

    28 mins

    Khadija Gbla is a renowned speaker, human rights activist and Disability Day Ambassador.

  6. Curtis Mc Grath bites on a gold medal from the 2024 Olympics
    6. In the Line of Duty … with Curtis McGrath

    Curtis McGrath OAM is an Australian paracanoeist and former soldier.

  7. Hayden, a smiling man with long blonde hair, wearing black glasses and a black dress shirt.
    7. Transcending Identities … with Hayden Moon

    23 mins

    Hayden Moon is a dancer, writer, and passionate advocate for LGBTQIA+, First Nations and disability issues.