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Connecting Through Conversation

by Miranda Oakley

Changing the way the world sees disability. One conversation at a time.

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  1. Episode 60 - Connecting Through Conversation Rhode Island 2026 primary is today! Make sure you vote.

    Voting is so important. Primaries. Matter as well.

  2. Episode 59 - Connecting Through Conversation I Connected With A Stranger at The Dentist.

    What connecting with a stranger of the dentist showed me about vulnerability.

  3. Episode 58 - Connecting Through Conversation Let’s Talk Transportation.

    It’s super important as blind people to talk with your ride drivers about who they are picking up.

  4. Episode 57 - Connecting Through Conversation Because She’s Blind…

    Let’s be mindful of saying things like, “Because you’re blind…”

  5. Episode 56 - Connecting Through Conversation Time for Some Real Talk.

    Let blind people make decisions, please.

  6. Episode 55 - Connecting Through Conversation I Can’t Get Enough of Artemis II!!!

    Blind people don’t just talk about blindness or disability related topics. Using my interest in the Artemis II as a real time example.

  7. Episode 54 - Connecting Through Conversation Covid Again?

    Sharing a little bit about my experience with recently having Covid.

  8. Episode 53 - Connecting Through Conversation Happy Valentine’s Day 2026

    Hope you enjoy the day.

  9. Episode 52 - Connecting Through Conversation Universal Design Matters

    I hope you will always advocate for universal design.

  10. Episode 51 - Connecting Through Conversation Gun Violence MUST STOP In caps)

    This has to stop.

  11. Episode 50 - Connecting Through ConversationMindfulness Part Two and Some Blindness Tips

    And just like that, we’re at episode fifty! Here’s some blindness tips and more on the importance of mindfulness. Some topics, like this one, are worth repeating.

  12. Episode 49 - Connecting Through Conversation How You Can Make Halloween Inclusive

    Happy Halloween. Have fun and please be descriptive while you’re doing it.

  13. Episode 48 - Connecting Through Conversation They Said Blindness Is Fake. The Importance of Mindfulness

    Please stop saying people are faking blindness. Mindfulness is important so let’s talk about why.

  14. Episode 47 - Connecting Through Conversation Keep One Taylor Swift Song Per Album!

    My Swiftie friend, Kait, is back for another Taylor themed episode. We pick a song to keep from each album and give honorable mentions.

  15. Episode 46 - Connecting Through Conversation. If I Had To Eliminate Songs From Taylor Swift Albums, They Would Be…

    My swiftie friend, Kait, and I take on the challenge of eliminating Taylor Swift songs. Also, we chat a lot about one song we particularly love!

  16. Episode 45 - Connecting Through Conversation Seize The Moment Whenever You Can Teach About Blindness

    Whenever you can teach people about blindness and the importance of accessibility, seize the moment and do it.

  17. Episode 44 - Connecting Through Conversation If You Say See Around A Blind Person, Blind People Everywhere Thank You

    If using words like look, see, and watch around a blind person isn’t weird to you, blind people everywhere say thank you. Also, listen and find out how to connect with a blind person without disability being your entire conversation.

  18. Episode 43 - Connecting Through Conversation Happy August!

    Happy August! One of my favorite albums is now available at target and I’m excited about it.

  19. Episode 42 - Connecting Through Conversation. Now That Every Version Is Taylor’s Version, What Am I Listening To?

    A few of my favorite Taylor’s versions and what I’m looking forward to coming up for Taylor!

  20. Episode 41 - Connecting Through Conversation Every Version Is Now Taylor’s Version!!!

    Taylor Owns Her Masters!!!

  21. Episode 40 - Connecting Through Conversation. Do Not Distract Service Dogs (or Working Animals)!!!!

    No matter how cute they are! Service animals need to do their job.

  22. Episode 39 - Connecting Through Conversation the tortured poets department is a year old already?

    I share my thoughts on the record and some favorite tracks. Have you heard this record?

  23. Episode 38 - Connecting Through Conversation That’s really your Favorite Taylor Swift album?

    I’ve been a Swifties ince 2006. I talk favorite songs and albums, talk re-recordings and why Taylor Swift the album means so much to me.

  24. Episode 37 - Connecting Through Conversation Happy Valentine’s Day 2025

    Valentine’s Day can be for everyone.

  25. Episode 36 - Connecting Through Conversation Happy 2025 and the Importance of Braille

    Even with technology, Braille is still so important. Learn your Braille!

  26. Episode 35 - Connecting Through Conversation please become an organ donor if you can. Happy holidays.

    Please give the gift of life if you can. Merry Christmas and happy new year.

  27. Episode 34 - Connecting Through Conversation Happy Birthday Erica. Rest In Peace.

    Erica, you are missed every day. If you can become an organ donor, please do.

  28. Episode 33 - Connecting Through Conversation It’s Election Day. Get Out and Vote!

    Voting is more important now than it’s ever been! Please make your voice hurt today.

  29. Episode 32 - Connecting Through ConversationPlease Do Your Research and Make APlan tT Vote!

  30. Episode 31 - Connecting Through Conversation Conversation with Senator Victoria Gu

    Thank you to Senator Gu for this great conversation. We discussed Shoreline access, women’s rights, the importance of inclusion, and more.

  31. Episode 30 - Connecting Through Conversation can’t believe we’re at episode 30! kait Gallagher, August 2024

    My good friend, Kait, is back to talk about her showcase. We give advice on education and for employers about how to be more inclusive in work and education.

  32. Episode 29 - Connecting Through Conversation Happy Birthday and Remembering Poet and Peacemaker Mattie Stepanek

    My friend, Kait, and I remember our favorite poet and share our favorite quotes and poems.

  33. Episode 28 - Connecting Through Conversation My Billy Gilman Story

    My friend, Kait, and I share how we became fans of Billy Gilman‘s music and talk about the album that has a special place for us.

  34. Episode 27 - Connecting Through Conversation Sharing My Swiftie Story

    I share my journey with Taylor Swift, and talk with one of my good friends, Kait, about her journey becoming a Taylor Swift fan. We also talk about songs we love and more.

  35. Episode 26 - Connecting Through Conversation There Is a Rhode Island Presidential Primary Today! Please Vote!

    Voting matters and is so so important. There is a presidential primary today!

  36. Episode 25 - Connecting Through Conversation A Conversation with Soprano Madie Hendrix March 18th 2024

    Madie explains the addition process and Discusses going to Italy! She even sings for us!

  37. Episode 24 - Connecting Through Conversation Happy Valentine’s Day!

    Hope everybody is having a great Valentine’s Day. Thanks for listening.

  38. Connecting Through Conversation 23 - A Conversation with Ansley Hendrix (January 2024)

    Singer, songwriter, and actress, Ansley Hendrix sits down with me to talk about her new album, career, goals, and the importance of inclusion in the entertainment industry.

  39. Episode 22 - Connecting Through Conversation Happy New Year’s Eve, And Thank You For Listening

    Happy New Year’s Eve! Whether you have listened to one episode or multiple episodes, thank you. Hope 2024 is great to you!

  40. Episode 21 - Connecting Through Conversation Merry Christmas! What are some of your favorite Christmas albums?

    I talk about some of my favorite Christmas albums. What are some of yours?

  41. Episode 20 - Connecting Through Conversation happy Thanksgiving

    Happy Thanksgiving. Thank you for listening.

  42. Episode 19 - Connecting Through Conversation If You’re Blind, Why Do You…?

    Happy Halloween friends! In this episode, I tackle a few common questions people often have about blindness.

  43. Episode 18 - A Conversation with Deb Kopech

    I sit down with Narragansett Councilwoman, Deb kopech. Join us as we discuss the importance of using your voice for change. A big thank you to Deb Kopech for talking with me.

  44. Episode 17 - Connecting Through Conversation Importance of Doing Your Own Research

    Research is one of the most important tools we can have in our toolbox. If you’re listening from Florida, stay safe through the hurricane. Thanks for listening.

  45. Episode 16 - Connecting Through Conversation Thanks for Listening

    Can you believe my podcast is a year old already? Me neither. Thanks to anyone who has listened to one episode or every single one.

  46. Episode 15 - Connecting Through Conversation happy fourth!

    Happy fourth! Thanks to those who are serving and who have served our country.

  47. Episode 14 - Connecting Through Conversation Tips foy Writing Testimony

    In this episode, I offer tips for writing testimony. I hope this helps you. Thanks for listening.

  48. Episode 13 - Connecting Through Conversation importance of sharing testimony, and a few tips

    In this episode, I offer tips on sharing testimony, and why offering your testimony is important.

  49. Episode 12 - Connecting Through ConversationA Conversation with Dr. Ian Reyes

    I get to talk with one of my favorite professors about his story, the importance of inclusion, and more.

  50. A Conversation with Susan Brand

    In this episodeI sit down with Professor Susan Brand. She shares her experience working in education, theimportance of universal design for learning, and more.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Changing the way the world sees disability. One conversation at a time.

HOSTED BY

Miranda Oakley

CATEGORIES

education

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Changing the way the world sees disability. One conversation at a time.

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