Disability Saves the World with Dr. Fady Shanouda

Oct 24 2022 22 ep. 49 mins 79
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This podcast brings you insights from leading experts in disability and mad studies from around the world. You’ll hear about the research and work of disabled scholars, activists, artists and our allies. You’ll also get some insight into their lives - their favourite non-DS activities, hobbies, and adventures. Most importantly, however, you’ll get to hear how they think disability can save the world…

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Lauren Munro

Oct 24 2022 58 mins  
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Dr. Merrick Pilling

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