Representation or Tokenism? | Why Media Perceptions Matter

95% of all disabled TV roles are being played by non-disabled actors.0.3% of all actors have a visible difference.So lets talk about it..."I never saw a single bald person online as a positive representation growing up."This week, Zara and Faith are knuckling down on perceptions. From the TV shows that shaped our childhoods to the movies winning awards today, how are people with disabilities and differences actually being portrayed?We’re diving into why that one episode of Friends still "triggers" Faith, the problematic 95% statistic of non-disabled actors playing disabled roles, and the beautiful moment Zara’s niece saw her in a Barbie doll. Whether it’s Emma Stone’s shaved head or the "Pitbull trend" that gives us the ick, we’re discussing where the media gets it right—and where they need to do better.Shoutout to Novo Cabelo and their amazing hair systems which are discussed in todays episode.Follow us for more:📸 Instagram: @sitdownwithuspod @faith_hiles @zaraborji🎵 TikTok: @sitdownwithuspod#DisabilityAwareness #Alopecia #ZaraAndFaith #WheelchairLife #Inclusion #RepresentationMatters #Podcast #ZebedeeModels