#part of me podcast by Celebrating Disability
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@celebratingdisability.co.uk
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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
Iain from All Inclusive CIC shares his views on managing the challenges of his disability whilst running a business
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
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 individual to maintain a role and be productive in the workplace.
Ryan explains how workplace inclusion for disabled people is helpful for everyone. And how he uses his skills from education and from being registered blind to drive business growth.
Michelle shares her experiences on having Fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue.
