24 episodes
Forget Dis! Emily Rawlings
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- Society & Culture
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5.0 • 4 Ratings
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This podcast highlights people with unique challenges that they have transformed and gives them an opportunity to tell their stories and share their passions. Certain episodes will explain how music therapy can be a tool for growth in multiple areas, and other episodes will provide communities, caregivers, and individuals alike with valuable information for interacting and treating people with disabilities with respect and dignity. "Forget Dis!" aims to change perceptions of people who are differently abled by focusing instead on what they can do and what they do for their communities every day.
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Different Brains betters our society
Dr. Hackie Reitman: doctor, boxer, neurodiversity advocate, and founder of Different Brains - talks with us about his program and how important it is for society to learn to embrace those with different abilities.
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What is love? It is that which shapes our actions!
Lillieth Grand - a music therapist, business owner, educator, and mother from Oregon - shares her experiences and how they have shaped the way she treats others and how she finds strength in herself.
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All about Autism
Hosts Kayla and Emily talk about their experience and insights from the 2018 US Autism Conference. April is Autism Awareness Month -- learn about different ways to connect with those on the spectrum.
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A Veteran's Continuing Battle
Our interview with Navy veteran Jenna Weathers gives us a comprehensive insight into life with Ehlers Danos Syndrome, PTSD, working while disabled, and navigating the VA system.
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Demystifying Dyslexia
Dean Bragonier, founder of NoticeAbility Inc., tells of his own journey with dyslexia, how a dyslexic mind works and what advantages dyslexics posses, and how he is helping other dyslexics learn with individually tailored curricula.
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Music Made for Me: How Chloe Adapts an Instrument
Chloe Short was born with arthrogryposis multiplex congenita which limits her movements. However Chloe did not let her condition stop her from playing music and joining the high school band. Chloe plays the euphonium, a large brass instrument, which is adapted specifically for her to play...and trust us, she plays it well!
Customer Reviews
Helpful and Engaging!
The hosts are personable and exhibit thoughtfulness, sensitivity, and insight as they discuss the challenges of the differently-abled. A great resource for anyone who wants to think about other people's experiences of the world, not to mention for professionals in caregiving professions (particularly music therapy).
Top Quality
“Forget Dis!” is a top quality podcast in content and in creation. It transitions well between show segments and has a good balance in sound. Emily and Kayla are articulate and full of helpful knowledge surrounding music therapy and the community they serve. They bring a much needed discussion in the challenges faced by people with disabilities to light. I recommend this podcast to everyone, especially if you work in a helping profession or are a caregiver.