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Unwelcome Access

A podcast about accessibility and disability, focused on addressing systemic barriers. Topics range from general videos about broad topics, to deep-dives into specific questions.

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    Episode 16: Transit

    Links: https://iadp.ahs.illinois.edu/history/ https://rtcil.org/independent-living-definitions https://www.independentliving.org/toolsforpower/tools11.html https://www.bart.gov/news/articles/2024/news20240715 https://www.chicagohistory.org/adapt-protesting-for-disability-rights/ https://www.nyc.gov/site/mopd/events/our-history.page?slide=22 Penn Central: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cBYDt1OgtxM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cRUySUAILbM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2c3kp0sGGl0 Crip Camp: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OFS8SpwioZ4 Find access to the slides and transcript here on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/133995602/ Find the podcast everywhere! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UnwelcomeAccess PodBean: https://unwelcomeaccess.podbean.com/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unwelcome-access/id1806987204 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0hElT3Gvnd3wL9tyJIhFji Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3cde56b4-3be7-45b1-a1e3-497d84ea0ba5/unwelcome-access IHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-unwelcome-access-271892625/ PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3657524 PodChaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/unwelcome-access-6055405 Boomplay: https://www.boomplay.com/podcasts/130986#google_vignette Want to work with me? Find me at www.autismllc.com

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    Episode 15: Work

    Go to ASAN for more on the changes to employment regulations and fight to help keep disability services alive! https://autisticadvocacy.org/2025/07/submit-comments-on-the-workforce-innovation-and-opportunity-act/ Submit your comments here: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/07/01/2025-11845/rescission-of-affirmative-outreach-requirements-for-recipients-of-wioa-title-i-financial-assistance#open-comment Find access to the slides and transcript here on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/133992915 Find the podcast everywhere! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UnwelcomeAccess PodBean: https://unwelcomeaccess.podbean.com/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unwelcome-access/id1806987204 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0hElT3Gvnd3wL9tyJIhFji Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3cde56b4-3be7-45b1-a1e3-497d84ea0ba5/unwelcome-access IHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-unwelcome-access-271892625/ PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3657524 PodChaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/unwelcome-access-6055405 Boomplay: https://www.boomplay.com/podcasts/130986#google_vignette Want to work with me? Find me at www.autismllc.com

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    Episode 14: Disability Pride

    Tips and tricks that really work to make change! I forgot to use the midroll please look at my Patreon (or don't you have free will) Want access to the slide deck and links to information? Find it here for free to the public on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/episode-14-pride-133407947 WATCH CRIP CAMP OR I WILL LIVE IN YOUR WALLS AND EAT YOUR SNACKS https://youtu.be/OFS8SpwioZ4 Links to photo sources: https://www.workers.org/2018/02/35831/ https://www.zinnedproject.org/news/tdih/sit-ins-force-504 https://disabilityrightsflorida.org/blog/entry/wheels_of_justice_march_capitol_crawl https://www.nps.gov/articles/000/504-protest-disability-community-and-civil-rights.htm https://newmobility.com/the-capitol-crawl/ https://montgomeryparks.org/about/parks/accessibility/inclusive-special-events-and-programs/disability-pride-outside/ https://whyy.org/articles/disability-pride-2022-a-community-reunited-at-last/amp/ Subscribe to the Patreon to support this work! https://www.patreon.com/UnwelcomeAccess Find the podcast everywhere! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UnwelcomeAccess PodBean: https://unwelcomeaccess.podbean.com/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unwelcome-access/id1806987204 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0hElT3Gvnd3wL9tyJIhFji Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3cde56b4-3be7-45b1-a1e3-497d84ea0ba5/unwelcome-access IHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-unwelcome-access-271892625/ PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3657524 PodChaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/unwelcome-access-6055405 Boomplay: https://www.boomplay.com/podcasts/130986#google_vignette Want to work with me? Find me at www.autismllc.com

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    Episode 13: Gender and Sexuality

    Local Man with ADHD Posts Time-Related Podcast on Last Day of Relevant Month, ft. Kay! Want access to the slide deck and links to information? Find it here for free to the public on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/episode-13-and-132904858 Robert Andy Coombs website: https://www.robertandycoombs.com/ Subscribe to the Patreon to support this work! https://www.patreon.com/UnwelcomeAccess Find the podcast everywhere! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UnwelcomeAccess PodBean: https://unwelcomeaccess.podbean.com/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unwelcome-access/id1806987204 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0hElT3Gvnd3wL9tyJIhFji Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3cde56b4-3be7-45b1-a1e3-497d84ea0ba5/unwelcome-access IHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-unwelcome-access-271892625/ PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3657524 PodChaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/unwelcome-access-6055405 Boomplay: https://www.boomplay.com/podcasts/130986#google_vignette Want to work with me? Find me at www.autismllc.com

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    Episode 12: The Disability Tax

    Let's explore a more abstract topic today, the disability tax - or how it's harder to participate in society thanks to disability. Want access to the slide deck and links to information? Find it here for free to the public on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/episode-12-tax-129632021 Subscribe to the Patreon to support this work! https://www.patreon.com/UnwelcomeAccess Find the podcast everywhere! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UnwelcomeAccess PodBean: https://unwelcomeaccess.podbean.com/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unwelcome-access/id1806987204 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0hElT3Gvnd3wL9tyJIhFji Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3cde56b4-3be7-45b1-a1e3-497d84ea0ba5/unwelcome-access IHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-unwelcome-access-271892625/ PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3657524 PodChaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/unwelcome-access-6055405 Boomplay: https://www.boomplay.com/podcasts/130986#google_vignette Want to work with me? Find me at www.autismllc.com

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    Episode 11: Paratransit

    Let's talk about paratransit, or the un-appreciated part of getting around for folks with disabilities! Want access to the slide deck and links to information? Find it here for free to the public on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/episode-11-128486492 Subscribe to the Patreon to support this work! https://www.patreon.com/UnwelcomeAccess Find the podcast everywhere! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UnwelcomeAccess PodBean: https://unwelcomeaccess.podbean.com/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unwelcome-access/id1806987204 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0hElT3Gvnd3wL9tyJIhFji Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3cde56b4-3be7-45b1-a1e3-497d84ea0ba5/unwelcome-access IHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-unwelcome-access-271892625/ PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3657524 PodChaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/unwelcome-access-6055405 Boomplay: https://www.boomplay.com/podcasts/130986#google_vignette Want to work with me? Find me at www.autismllc.com

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    Episode 10: Language

    I am once again yapping Let's talk about language, specifically talking about describing disability. Unfortunately the podcast I mentioned is lost media, it seems. Language guide is in the patreon post, I'll update this once I have it linked on my website as well. Want access to the slide deck and links to information? Find it here for free to the public on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/episode-10-128032460 Subscribe to the Patreon to support this work! https://www.patreon.com/UnwelcomeAccess Find the podcast everywhere! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UnwelcomeAccess PodBean: https://unwelcomeaccess.podbean.com/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unwelcome-access/id1806987204 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0hElT3Gvnd3wL9tyJIhFji Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3cde56b4-3be7-45b1-a1e3-497d84ea0ba5/unwelcome-access IHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-unwelcome-access-271892625/ PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3657524 PodChaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/unwelcome-access-6055405 Boomplay: https://www.boomplay.com/podcasts/130986#google_vignette Want to work with me? Find me at www.autismllc.com

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    Episode 9: Unwelcome Access After Dark: Overview

    I PROMISE THIS IS SFW The first of the Unwelcome Access After Dark miniseries, covering a general overview of relationships and disability. Please note a LOT of the threads touched here will have their own episode - come back for more! Crip Camp: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OFS8SpwioZ4 Want access to the slide deck and links to information? Find it here for free to the public on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/episode-9-access-127406006 Subscribe to the Patreon to support this work! https://www.patreon.com/UnwelcomeAccess Find the podcast everywhere! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UnwelcomeAccess PodBean: https://unwelcomeaccess.podbean.com/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unwelcome-access/id1806987204 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0hElT3Gvnd3wL9tyJIhFji Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3cde56b4-3be7-45b1-a1e3-497d84ea0ba5/unwelcome-access IHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-unwelcome-access-271892625/ PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3657524 PodChaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/unwelcome-access-6055405 Boomplay: https://www.boomplay.com/podcasts/130986#google_vignette Want to work with me? Find me at www.autismllc.com

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    Episode 8: The Kennedys

    NOTHING BAD EVER HAPPENS TO THE KENNEDYS! Ross explores the Kennedy family history, how RFK got here, and talks a bit about how to support Autistic folks in your community. Want access to the slide deck and links to information? Find it here for free to the public on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/episode-8-126964259 Subscribe to the Patreon to support this work! https://www.patreon.com/UnwelcomeAccess Find the podcast everywhere! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UnwelcomeAccess PodBean: https://unwelcomeaccess.podbean.com/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unwelcome-access/id1806987204 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0hElT3Gvnd3wL9tyJIhFji Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3cde56b4-3be7-45b1-a1e3-497d84ea0ba5/unwelcome-access IHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-unwelcome-access-271892625/ PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3657524 PodChaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/unwelcome-access-6055405 Boomplay: https://www.boomplay.com/podcasts/130986#google_vignette Want to work with me? Find me at www.autismllc.com

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    Episode 7: Food

    I just want to grill. Ross talks about food, dumb internet discourse, and the autism sampler platter. Want access to the slide deck and links to information? Find it here for free to the public on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/episode-7-food-126582875 Subscribe to the Patreon to support this work! https://www.patreon.com/UnwelcomeAccess Find the podcast everywhere! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UnwelcomeAccess PodBean: https://unwelcomeaccess.podbean.com/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unwelcome-access/id1806987204 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0hElT3Gvnd3wL9tyJIhFji Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3cde56b4-3be7-45b1-a1e3-497d84ea0ba5/unwelcome-access IHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-unwelcome-access-271892625/ PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3657524 PodChaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/unwelcome-access-6055405 Boomplay: https://www.boomplay.com/podcasts/130986#google_vignette Want to work with me? Find me at www.autismllc.com

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    Unwelcome Access Podcast Episode 0: Why Welcoming

    Join us for an introductory episode, talking about why this podcast is worth listening to, and, importantly, why we're looking at welcoming over other labels. Want access to the slides and transcript? Find them here for free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/episode-0-why-120583799 Want to support the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/UnwelcomeAccess

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    Unwelcome Access Podcast Episode 1: Programmatic Access

    Join Ross and learn about accessibility laws in the United States, and how the way we usually think about them, focused on the physical environment, is actually only supporting the main, core feature of the law: programmatic accessibility. Also, experience Ross getting Podcast Delirium. Want access to the slide deck and links to information? Find it here for free to the public on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/episode-1-access-120583895 Subscribe to the Patreon to support this work! https://www.patreon.com/UnwelcomeAccess

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    Episode 5: Drive Thru Q&A

    FIRST that is supposed to be "in" not "beyond," I messed up the caption and leave it there as a record of my shame for the thumbnail, but should/will get a reupload soon with the proper caption A specific response to a question I was asked about drive thrus, hopefully it's interesting for ya'll. Let me know if you want more of this kind of content - or have your own questions! Want access to the slide deck and links to information? Find it here for free to the public on Patreon: Subscribe to the Patreon to support this work! https://www.patreon.com/UnwelcomeAccess Want to work with me? Find me at www.autismllc.com Resources and Links: Cited ADA Standards and text: https://www.access-board.gov/ada/#ada-206_2 https://www.access-board.gov/ada/#ada-227 https://www.access-board.gov/ada/#ada-904_4_1 https://www.ada.gov/law-and-regs/ada/#subchapter-iii---public-accommodations-and-services-by-private-entities-title-iii https://www.ada.gov/resources/effective-communication/ Cited External Documents: https://www.quikserv.com/drive-thru-window-installation/ https://pedestalpro.com/assets/documents/PedestalPRO_Vehicle_Height_Chart.pdf

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    Episode 6: Humor

    Haha hee hee, let's talk about humor and disability. Want access to the slide deck and links to information? Find it here for free to the public on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/episode-6-humor-125726357 Subscribe to the Patreon to support this work! https://www.patreon.com/UnwelcomeAccess Want to work with me? Find me at www.autismllc.com Resources and links: Callus Cloak of Incompetence: https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/59681 Joe Wells' video used in the episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrkhSICIjSs

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    Episode 4: Autism

    It's the autism episode! Join us for a deep dive into autism, and a starting look into neurodiversity. This is a deeper dive, but still an overview on the subject. Want access to the slide deck and links to information? Find it here for free to the public on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/episode-4-autism-122813264 Subscribe to the Patreon to support this work! https://www.patreon.com/UnwelcomeAccess Want to work with me? Find me at www.autismllc.com Resources and link: Callus Cloak of Incompetence: https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/59681 USS Intrepid Museum Resources: https://intrepidmuseum.org/resources/accessibility-tools

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    Episode 3: Assistive Technology

    A very, very, VERY high level overview of assistive tech. This is the first in a series, looking at what is assistive technology more generally, and will followed up on by other episodes in the future. Apologies for the weirdness in the captions and transcript and the un-updated patreon endcard, still learning how to do my new editing software and have struggled a bit with making that work for me, especially given some personal stuff lately. Hopefully this is still good for ya'll, and looking forward to next week's episode! Want access to the slide deck and links to information? Find it here for free to the public on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/episode-3-122234458 Subscribe to the Patreon to support this work! https://www.patreon.com/UnwelcomeAccess Link to Administration for Community Living Assistive Tech page:

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    Episode 2: Travel

    A very, very, VERY high level overview of travel. Also, podcasting delerium and weird tech glitches. I do need to update the outtro now that I have video editing software, so my apologies to patrons. Want access to the slide deck and links to information? Find it here for free to the public on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/episode-2-travel-121686590 Subscribe to the Patreon to support this work! https://www.patreon.com/UnwelcomeAccess Links to articles cited in episode: https://web.archive.org/web/20250206230402/https://www.transportation.gov/airconsumer/disabilitybillofrights https://www.usatoday.com/story/travel/airline-news/2024/10/23/american-airlines-disabled-travelers-fine/75793684007/ https://pva.org/news-and-media-center/recent-news/charles-brown-op-ed/ https://apnews.com/article/airlines-wheelchairs-regulation-biden-administration-71be0f947702fd6e9dcdde97bd53b3ef https://unitedspinal.org/advocates-express-fear-and-rage-at-latest-wheelchair-users-death-by-airline/ https://www.forbes.com/sites/lakenbrooks/2021/11/08/disability-advocate-engracia-figueroa-died-after-an-airline-damaged-her-wheelchair/

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A podcast about accessibility and disability, focused on addressing systemic barriers. Topics range from general videos about broad topics, to deep-dives into specific questions.

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Autism, LLC

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