Episodes
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She Saw Me First: A Mother's Story of Raising a Disabled Daughter with Dr. Jasmine Gray & Janice Gray
What does it mean to watch your child navigate a world that wasn't built for them — and to grieve the milestones you imagined while celebrating the ones that actually came?In this Mother's Day episode, I sit down with my friend, transformative storyteller and Pepperdine University scholar Dr....
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I Said What I Said: Self-Advocacy, Shared Decisions, and Black Maternal Health
In this episode, Rasheera sits down with Dr. Kris for a candid conversation about Black maternal health, what it really means to advocate for yourself in medical spaces, and why shared decision making isn't a luxury it's a right. From navigating a system that too often ignores Black women's…
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Disabled Women in Leadership Steaphie Woodward
Inn honor of Women’s History Month, this episode of Critical Conversations: Womanhood & Disability explores what leadership looks like when disabled women are not just included but leading. Host Rasheera Dopson sits down with Stephanie Woodward Executive Director of the Disability EmpowHer…
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Chosen, Always: An Ode to Disabled Girls on Valentine's Day
In this Valentine's Day episode, host Rasheera Dopson opens with an original poem, "An Ode to Disabled Girls on Valentine's Day: Chosen, Always," before diving into an honest conversation about desirability, otherness, and self-worth. For disabled women who've been told they're not the first...
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You Don’t Look Disabled: Unmasking Invisible Realities
You don’t have to “look” disabled to be disabled. This podcast reclaims our stories, redefines disability, and resists the erasure of people living at the margins. Hosted by disability advocate and storyteller Rasheera Dopson, You Don’t Look Disabled breaks the silence around invisible…
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Narrative Medicine as a Tool for Healing and Justice
s a podcast that explores the power of storytelling in healthcare. Through conversations, reflections, and real-life narratives, we dive into how writing becomes a transformative tool — for patients, providers, and advocates alike. Rooted in the practice of Narrative Medicine, this podcast…
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Still Rising: Navigating Chronic Illness and Mental Health
In this raw and honest episode, we’re talking about what it means to still rise—even when your body aches, your mind feels heavy, and the world doesn’t always understand. From the daily realities of chronic illness to the quiet battles with depression, we unpack the power of showing up...
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Softness & Strength: Redefining Black Womanhood Beyond Independence
“Softness & Strength: Redefining Black Womanhood Beyond Independence” For generations, Black women have been praised for their strength, resilience, and ability to carry it all—but at what cost? In this episode, we’re unpacking theStrong Black Woman trope, how hyper-independence impacts our…
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Beyond the Buzzwords: What Happens When DEI Is Erased
The political war on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is more than a policy debate—it’s about real lives and real consequences. In this episode of Womanhood and Disability, I unpack the national pushback against DEI through my lens as a Black disabled woman. What happens when inclusion is...
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Owning Your Worth: Navigating Disability and Imposter Syndrome
In this episode, we unpack the complex relationship between disability and imposter syndrome, exploring how societal expectations, ableism, and internalized doubt intersect to create feelings of inadequacy. Join us as we discuss real stories, practical strategies for overcoming imposter syndrome,...
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Redefining Beauty in the Industry with Beauty advocate Shelly Bear
In this episode, we explore the growing movement to include disability in the definition of beauty. From breaking stereotypes to reshaping media representation, we dive deep into how people with disabilities are claiming their space in beauty campaigns, fashion, and beyond. Join us as we discuss...
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"Breaking Barriers: Lessons in Disability Advocacy and Empowerment"
In this week's episode, we're diving deep into disability advocacy and the powerful lessons learned along the way. From breaking down barriers to amplifying voices, join us as we explore how real change happens when we advocate for inclusivity and accessibility for all. 🌍💪 Whether you're an...
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Faith and Identity: Embracing Disability Within the Church
In this deeply reflective episode, I discuss the intersection of faith and disability as I walk through my personal journey of navigating acceptance and identity within the church setting.
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Take Care of yourself!
I sit down with Boston-based disability activist Heather Watkins. As we talk about, care, family community.
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Building Community Partnership: Growing in Beauty Project
I'm sitting down with Dr. Sara Clancey at the Institute of Human Development at Northern Arizona University talking about what it means to build partnerships in Indigenous communities.
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Reframing your Story with Iva Ballou
Do you need a confidence boost? Tune into this episode with Iva Ballou as we talk all things confidence and being your authentic self!
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My truth : Going on national TV to have surgery.
Last year I did a big thing I went on a national TV show called Botched where I underwent my 104th surgery. Tune in to listen to the full story of how and why I went on the show and how I learned from this process.
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Creating Art : Pathways to Wholeness & Identity
We're talking the evolution of an artist; how to create art during all phases of life.
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End of the Year reflections
Take a moment with us as we reflect. Lessons learned, mistakes made, things to look forward to in the future.
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Intimate Partner Violence, Education & Awareness
In this episode we're creating space for women with disabilities to share their perspectives relating to IPV and sexual violence! You are loved, there is support and you are NOT alone!
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Episode #8 Women with Disabilities in Law
The month of October is Nationally recognized as Disability Employment Awareness Month this episode we're sharing the story of one woman making a difference!
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First, Only, or Different (FOD) which one are you?
What is FOD, a social phenomenon of explaining the lived experiences of people who are the first, those who are the only, and the folks in the room who are just downright different!
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Culture Shock
Have you ever been in a new place, or meeting new people and felt a gradual sense of unease or fear? It's okay, I have to! This feeling can be described as experiencing culture shock. Let's have the conversation about what culture shock is, how to identify it, navigate through it, and find…
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From Beauty Queen to Beauty Ambassador: Talking with Beauty influence Syanne Bloom
Talking with social media influencer Syanne Bloom on her journey of self-acceptance, healing, and redefining beauty on her own terms!
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Episode #4 Dating with a Disability
The truth about dating with a disability and facial difference: the unspoken and the uncomfortable.
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Episode #3 Conversations with Dom Kelly
We're talking about Disability Justice, advocacy, and the power of Representation in the South!
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Episode #2 Intersectionality Matters: Real Talk with Keri Gray
We're talking about Disability Identity, building community, and making sure your voice is heard!
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Episode #1 #bLackGirlMagic
We're two disabled women talking about living with the same facial difference and mirroring each other's stories!
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Season 3 Coming Soon!
Make sure you subscribe to get updates on *NEW Episode* drops.
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Episode #8 Celebration, Transition, and Womanhood
Has anyone else been going through transition? In this episode, I will be talking about the most recent changes in my life and all the feels.
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Attending the confirmation of Judge Ketanji Jackson: 1st Black female supreme court justice.
Guess what? I was invited to the White House!
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Special Episode: Ain't I a 'Disabled' Woman
We're celebrating Women with Disabilities all month long!
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Special Episode: BLACK DISABILITY
It's Black History Month and all month long we've been focused on Black Disability. This episode is super important to me because I'm able to discuss and share two identities that make up who I am! To get a audio-visual description of the full episode visit me on IG at @rasheeradopson and click…
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4. Finding Community
We're sitting down with Nicole Hilton founder of Fred Community talking about the value of connection and community.
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3. Special Guest Ariel Henley author of " A Face for Picasso"
We're sitting down with author Ariel Henley to talk about her new memoir " A Face for Picasso".
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2. Body Positivity
It's a New Year and this year is dedicated to being more kind to ourselves, mind, spirit, and BODY!
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Happy New Year 2022
Happy New Year and welcome to season 2!
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Episode #11 Decision Making
We're talking about making decisions and trusting gut instinct.
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Episode #10 : Unemployment, Disability & Shame
I wanted to share some of my personal experiences and anguish surrounding employment and where I learned to find my voice and advocate for women and girls in the workforce.
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Episode #9: Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month
It's National Hispanic Heritage Month in this episode we're sitting down with Social Media Influencer Catarina Rivera's" Blindish Latina" and we're talking about Culture, workplace connection, and Disability Employment.
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Episode #8 Back to School
The month of September is here which means it is back to school time! In today's episode, we're talking about supporting parents and students with disabilities on how to navigate this academic year.
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Episode #7 Girl Talk with Nurse Kris
We're talking about Women's Health!
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Episode #6 Cross Cultural Conversations
What are some examples of disability experiences in Asian American Cultures?
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Episode #5 Advocacy, Entertainment, or Storytelling?
What is advocacy? How can we use it as a tool to help our communities?
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Episode #5 Advocacy or Entertainment
What is Advocacy and how can we use it as a tool to help our communities?
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Disability & Psychology Interview with Dr. Kathleen Bogart PhD
It's Disability Pride Month and Dr. Kathleen Bogart and I are talking about embracing the womanhood identity and the disability identity. Dr. Kathleen Bogart is an Associate Professor of Psychology at Oregon State University and a blogger at Psychology Today. As a woman with a disability, she is...
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Special Edition: Disability Justice
What is Disability Justice: What does Disability Justice mean for women with disabilities?
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Episode #2: Beautification
We're discussing defining womanhood and disability on our own terms and in our own way.
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WELCOME: What is womanhood and disability ?
What does it mean to be a woman? What does it mean to be disabled? How on earth do these two polar identities collide? Keep listening to find out!
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Rasheera D. Dopson
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