The Disable The Label Podcast

Jul 14 2023

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On The Disable The Label Podcast we talk about all things disability. Our podcasts are aimed at helping empower and support parents while they navigate their disabled child's life. The Disable the Label Podcast is a place where parents know they can get a tone of non bias information, hear from other parents that have been in similar situations to them and feel they have a community with them through their journey. Professionals sharing their knowledge on various products and services on offer across the UK and people in the public eye who might be athletes, comedians and sharing how their lives panned out. If you would like to be on the podcast, get in touch!This podcast wouldn't be possible without the funding we receive from The National Lottery Community Fund.

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39. Charging Onwards And Upwards - Lorenza & Eliza Pye

Jul 14 2023 33 mins

On this episode we chat to Lorenza who's daughter Eliza was diagnosed with Charge Syndrome. Her diagnosis meant that Lorenza would have to navigate a new and unknown world of disability, including learning Signlanguage to enable her to speak with her daughter. Their story is full of triumph and positivity through all the tough things they have gone through, including Lorenza now te

38. Sportsperson, Sports Coach, Aurthor and DJ Disability Won't Stop Him - Adam Hayes

Jun 30 2023 48 mins

This week we have Adam Hayes come to chat with us about his life with cerebral palsy. He's a sports person, sports coach, DJ, Author and Disability speaker and he's come to share all about his life twists and turns. Find his book via here Follow him on Instagram @_djwheelsSupport the Show.

37. Changing Lives Through SDR And Therapy - Mike Poole Pt 2

May 26 2023 50 mins

On this episode we are joined by the legend in the SDR world, Mike Poole from Walk this Way. He is a font of knowledge when it comes to SDR rehabilitation and teaching kids how to walk. He has so much knowledge we just had to get him on the podcast so he could share some hints and tips with others! If you'd like to find out more about what mike does get in touch on Instagram or Fac

36. Changing Lives Through SDR And Therapy - Mike Poole Pt 1

May 12 2023 44 mins

On this episode we are joined by the legend in the SDR world, Mike Poole from Walk this Way. He is a font of knowledge when it comes to SDR rehabilitation and teaching kids how to walk. He has so much knowledge we just had to get him on the podcast so he could share some hints and tips with others! If you'd like to find out more about what mike does get in touch on Instagram or Fac

35. Become Disabled Changed My Life - Nathan Maguire

Apr 28 2023 29 mins

Natham Maguire, Paralympic silver medalist, Commonwealth Champion and European champion came on the podcast to chat about his life. He has an acquired disability, which happened as a child and now he is an amazing athlete. He goes in to detail about what that was like for him and how sport was the thing that kept him going and gave him something he enjoyed! You can follow Nathan on

34. Doing Sport Isn't Just About Becoming A Paralympian - Dan Berney

Apr 14 2023 47 mins

This episode we talk all things sport, disability sport, abled bodied sport and what ways you can get your child into a sport. We wanted to make sure people know that children doing sport is all about the enjoyment, the fun they have, the friends they make, this isn't just about becoming a Paralympian. Dan has so much experience of growing up doing sport both with others with disab

33. Sex And Cerebral Palsy - Georgia Hamer

Mar 31 2023 43 mins

This episode we are joined by Georgia one of our ambassadors to talk all things connected to sex. Including how it is taught to people with cerebral palsy, how it is spoken about around teens with cerebral palsy and even the cautions and potential for abuse. It needed to be spoken about and I am so glad I had Georgia giving her own personal experience and opinions. If you have any

32. Fundraising Can Change A Disabled Child's Life! - Tree of Hope

Mar 14 2023 31 mins

This episode we were joined by Katie Wotawa from Tree of Hope Children's Charity. They do amazing work, helping families raise the funds they so desperately need to get the equipment, therapy and treatments that dramatically change a disabled child's life. They do amazing work, supporting and getting funding and grants for thousands of children across the UK. Get in touch with them

31. Adaptive Clothing That Works For You - Bealies Adaptive Clothing

Feb 24 2023 29 mins

This week we are joined by Caron from Bealies adaptive wear. She came on the podcast to chat about everything disability adaptive wear and how she got started on wanting to provide more options for adaptive clothing on the market. She has lived experience with her son being in a wheelchair and thats what started it all. Its great to hear what she is planning in the future to provid

30. Living Independently With A Disability - David Smith OBE

Feb 10 2023 44 mins

This week we are joined by David Smith OBE who is passionate about living independently, always has been and now he is really keen on supporting others who are disabled to learn how to live more independently and strive for a more independent life. We know it's not always as easy as Davids journey might sound, but he does have some great hints and tips along the way. If you do have