S2E5 Guest Kathleen Downes, Licensed Social Worker

Tye Martin hosts a conversation with Kathleen Downes, a licensed social worker and board-certified patient advocate living with quadriplegic cerebral palsy. Kathleen discusses her journey into social work, driven by her need to understand social welfare policies and her unique perspective as a person with a disability. They explore the complexities of disability advocacy, the importance of diverse representation in media, and the challenges of accessible seating at events. Kathleen also shares her involvement in policy advocacy, her passion for reading, and her experiences attending Taylor Swift concerts. The discussion highlights the need for nuanced approaches to disability issues and the importance of accurate media portrayals.