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EPISODE · Aug 29, 2025 · 17 MIN

Barbie doll with Down syndrome, Special Olympics, advocacy and more (Enable: The Disability Podcast)

from Enable: The Disability Podcast · host Geoff Herbert & Kurt Hower

“Enable: The Disability Podcast” is a podcast featuring stories of amazing people with disabilities and different abilities. In this episode, Special Olympics World Games athlete Kayla McKeon talks about working with the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) to help design the first Barbie doll with Down syndrome, working as the first registered lobbyist with Down syndrome in Washington, D.C., and the challenges she's faced along the way, such as when a waitress asked if she wanted a coloring book and crayons when she wanted to order a glass of wine. “Enable: The Disability Podcast” releases new episodes weekly on YouTube and all major podcast platforms. Follow facebook.com/enablepodcast or @enablepodcast on Instagram and TikTok for more. COMMUNITY AT WORK JOB FAIR The Community at Work Job Fair will take place Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025, at CNY Works, 960 James St., in Syracuse, N.Y. The free event will provide adults with physical and mental disabilities the opportunity to meet inclusive employers, explore industries, and learn about positions with actively hiring companies. Herbert and Hower will co-host a panel discussion about hiring tips and accessibility options at the job fair. The discussion will be recorded for an episode of the “Enable” podcast. While the fair is tailored for adults with diverse mental and physical abilities, experiences or access needs, all community members are welcome. Participation is free for both job seekers and employers. For more information, visit communityatworkjobfair.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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