His diverse life experiences, encompassing roles as a personal trainer and a powerlifter while navigating the intricacies of living with cerebral palsy, Aaron Simmonds. episode artwork

EPISODE · Jan 11, 2024 · 33 MIN

His diverse life experiences, encompassing roles as a personal trainer and a powerlifter while navigating the intricacies of living with cerebral palsy, Aaron Simmonds.

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Comedian Aaron Simmonds candidly shares his life journey with cerebral palsy, recounting tales of navigating first impressions with in-laws, facing online trolling for not fitting into others' perceptions of disability, finding love amidst life's quirks, and even having his grandma come to his defense. Despite spending three decades in a wheelchair, Aaron's real prowess lies in his comedic brilliance rather than standing tall.  Renowned as a "comedian going places" — specifically, places that accommodate wheelchairs — Aaron Simmonds is a masterful storyteller who effortlessly weaves jokes and moments of mirth into his performances. His comedy, brimming with clever one-liners, is rooted in his experiences with disability yet transcends the limitations often associated with it. His acclaimed debut show, "Disabled Coconut," showcased at the 2019 Edinburgh Fringe, delved into complex relationships amid the absurdities of what he terms "competitive disability." Aaron confronted misconceptions about his disability, explaining how some believed he wasn't "disabled enough" due to his upper body strength and sports background. Teaming up with longtime friend Jon Stapley, a seasoned journalist and writer based in London, they transformed "Disabled Coconut" into a sitcom. 

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