The I Can't Stand Podcast

Feb 10 2025 196 ep. 19 mins 1.1k
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Have you ever wondered what it is like to live with a disability? The I Can't Stand Podcast is for everyone who has a question or just wondered about disability. No questions are off-limits any question you have is allowed.

Every week Peta will answer any question you have, based on her experiences as a single, 30- something woman who has Cerebral Palsy. Have a question?

Ask Peta on Instagram, contact her via the website or send her an email via [email protected] 

 

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Part Three: Fighting For My Fertility

Feb 10 2025 21 mins  
This is the story of how persistence and advocacy helped me reclaim my hope and take the final steps toward freezing my eggs. A journey of heartbreak that pushed me closer to the edge of total despair, than I ever had been before. Then after months of setbacks, I found a team that believed in me and my right to choose motherhood. Let's Make IVF Ableism A Thing Of The Past: Please r

Part Two: When the System Isn’t Ready for You.

Feb 03 2025 19 mins  
What happens when disability isn't part of the plan? From inaccessible medical equipment to dismissive policies, I uncover the systemic challenges of freezing my eggs with cerebral palsy. This episode is about resilience, advocacy, and finding the strength to fight for what’s right. Let's Make IVF Ableism A Thing Of The Past: Please reach out to me directly through my email i

Part One: The Decision to Freeze My Eggs

Feb 03 2025 14 mins  
Motherhood was never part of my original plan—until one moment changed everything. Join me as I share the doubts, hope, and resilience behind my decision to freeze my eggs as a disabled woman. This is where my journey begins, and the barriers start to show. Let's Make IVF Ableism A Thing Of The Past: Please reach out to me directly through my email [email protected]

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Jan 31 2025 1 mins  
Eggs is a compelling limited podcast series that follows the journey of a disabled woman navigating the deeply personal and challenging process of freezing her eggs. What should have been a straightforward medical procedure turned into a fight for dignity, access, and equality. This series sheds light on the barriers disabled women face when trying to take control of their reproduc

The Stories That Stuck With Peta In 2024: Season Four Highlights

Dec 16 2024 28 mins  
As 2024 comes to a close, join Peta for a special highlight episode of The I Can’t Stand Podcast. Reflecting on her favourite moments from Season Four, Peta revisits powerful stories of acceptance, resilience, allyship, and the importance of disability employment. Whether you’re a long-time listener or new to the podcast, this episode celebrates the voices and experienc

Life Stages and Living with Muscular Dystrophy: Perspectives from Carolyn and Jaxon

Dec 09 2024 29 mins  
In this episode, Peta speaks with Carolyn Campbell-McLean and Jaxon Taylor, two people living with Muscular Dystrophy. Carolyn reflects on her decades of experience as a woman with MD, emphasising the importance of purpose and connection in navigating life’s challenges. Meanwhile, Jaxon offers insights as a young man in his late teens, sharing his confidence, determination, and p

International Day for People with Disability Ambassador Hayden Moon: Championing Change Across Disability, Gender, and Culture

Dec 02 2024 36 mins  
Happy International Day for People with Disability! Today, we’re joined by Hayden Moon, a 2024 Ambassador for this significant day. In this episode, Hayden shares their remarkable journey as a queer, trans, legally blind advocate and leader. Together, we explore the importance of diverse representation in disability advocacy and his experiences at Parliament House to push for sys

Autism, Advocacy, and Finding Love with Ronan Soussa

Nov 25 2024 20 mins  
This week on The I Can't Stand Podcast, Ronan Soussa shares his journey as an advocate, performer, and ambassador living with autism. He opens up about finding love on Love on the Spectrum, his passion for raising awareness about invisible disabilities, and his goals for a more inclusive future. With warmth and positivity, Ronan inspires listeners to embrace their authentic selves

Understanding Autistic Burnout and Belonging with Michael Coles

Nov 18 2024 20 mins  
Michael Coles delves into the profound reality of autistic burnout, sharing how masking and the demands of navigating school, work, and social environments contributed to his experiences. He opens up about the emotional and physical toll of burnout, offering insights into his recovery journey and the strategies that have helped him rebuild. Michael also highlights the importance of

Beyond Tokenism: True Inclusivity in Fashion with Rosie Anderson

Nov 11 2024 27 mins  
This week, Peta chats with Rosie Anderson, an ambulatory wheelchair user, model, and advocate for inclusivity in fashion. Rosie shares her experiences navigating the modelling industry with a disability, from tokenism to authentic representation, openly embracing her feeding tube and championing accessible sets. She sheds light on what true inclusivity looks like and the meaningful