Our World, Our Thoughts, Our Voices

The Center for Developmental Disabilities
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As people with disabilities we've had limited opportunities to share our own views and experiences. Our World, Our Thoughts, Our Voices is our effort to change that. We hope to bring a fresh perspective about topics that are important to us and we think matter to you too. We're determined to make our voices heard and we plan to have fun doing it. Tune in to our podcast and be part of the experience.

  1. 06/02/2023

    Episode 7-

  2. 12/29/2021

    Episode 6 - That Special Time of Year

    In this episode, we have fun engaging each other in a conversation about what's important for us about the holidays and diving into what we are looking forward to about them this year. We also discuss some of our traditions and what type of foods we enjoy during this festive time when a dose of holiday goodwill and cheer is especially welcome in a challenging world.   Connect with us at OurWorld@centerfordd.org or leave a voice message at https://anchor.fm/ourworldthoughtsvoices/message Please consider subscribing or leaving a comment on your favorite podcast app. Check out our youtube channel http://www,youtube,com/channel/UCVxrxnSyGn4XJBzLwxvCfVg Credits for today's awesome music clips from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/kevin-macleod/deck-the-halls License code: VOFAISLEPKUGYQDJ   https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: 4LNZGNZPMQIUT7WF  https://uppbeat.io/t/kevin-macleod/holiday-weasel License code: DMANZQBSJTIEHLXG https://uppbeat.io/t/pecan-pie/its-that-time-of-year License code: 8DSVG8FFHLWNFK7M

  3. 12/29/2021 ·  Bonus

    Bonus Episode - Ho-Ho-Holiday Cheer with Catherine's Jokes

    For more fun, check out Catherine sharing her best holiday jokes. Music clip credits: Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/cozy-holidays License code: 6SGKDJ9DM8MHOF1K

  4. 11/04/2021

    Episode 5 - Paralympians Amaze and Inspire Us All

    This episode is a deep dive into the history about how the Paralympics came to be, and what is the meaning behind its motto. We also talk about amazing Paralympians and the great things they accomplished despite their disability.

  5. 10/29/2021 ·  Bonus

    Bonus Episode - Halloween in the Neighborhood

    We visited local neighbors Nick and Scott who got creative as they decorate their homes for Halloween and they had alot of fun doing it.  We took pictures during our interview and discovered that Halloween is a family affair.  Check out the video on YouTube. https://youtu.be/qLOKRMHjhfg Enjoy the show and be sure to let us know you're listening and watching! Email at OurWorld@centerfordd.org

  6. 10/07/2021

    Episode 4 - Living the Life or Just Acting the Part? The Future for Actors with Disabilities

    This episode focuses on actors without disabilities regularly playing the role of people with disabilities in the movies or on tv.  We explore why actors with disabilities are not regularly offered a movie or tv part. Also why is it that we don't see people with a disabilities more often in movies and on tv? Please join us for this lively discussion and let us know how you feel about the subject. You can email us at: OurWorld@centerfordd.org Check out these references and resources for further information on this hot topic: https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/arts-and-entertainment/wp/2016/07/16/almost-all-disabled-tv-characters-are-played-by-able-bodied-actors-can-we-fix-that/ https://www.chicagotribune.com/entertainment/movies/ct-ent-disabled-actors-films-20190125-story.html https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/damn-it-s-huge-down-syndrome-actors-are-finding-more-work-hollywood-1248524/ https://www.1in4coalition.org/ https://www.rollingwithoutlimits.com/ Leave a message, subscribe or a comment on your favorite podcast app. We'd love to hear from you!

  7. 10/02/2021 ·  Bonus

    On The Way!

    We're almost ready to release our next episode where we ask the question whether people without disabilities should play people with disabilities in the movies and on TV. Share your thoughts by leaving us a comment or voice message.  Email us at OurWorld@centerfordd.org

  8. 09/13/2021 ·  Bonus

    Bonus Episode - Direct Support Professionals Staff Appreciation - WE'RE GLAD FOR YOU!!

    In this special bonus episode, you'll hear us voicing our heartfelt appreciation for the Direct Support Professionals who work so hard to make our lives better.  WE'RE GLAD FOR YOU! Also included are highlights from our first sit-down interview with Jay Silverstein-Executive Director for The Center for Developmental Disabilities-who honors and applauds these exceptional people.  For the full interview with Jay and some behind the scenes fun, check out our video "In Appreciation of Direct Service Professionals - Interview with Jay Silverstein" on youtube at https://youtu.be/YTSxg7LVT78h   Don't miss the additional special Our World, Our Thoughts, Our Voices podcast episode titled, "HAT'S OFF to Our Exceptional DSP Staff - Interview with Jay Silverstein Please listen to, share and subscribe to Our World, Our Thoughts, Our Voices at: https://anchor.fm/ourworldthoughtsvoices Send a voice message to us at Our World, Our Thoughts, Our Voices: https://anchor.fm/ourworldthoughtsvoices/message Check out our video: Behind the Scenes at Our World, Our Thoughts, Our Voices https://youtu.be/7stltkUp2wQ Email us at: OurWorld@centerfordd.org We'd love to connect with you. Like us, write a review on Apple Podcasts, share us with a friend! Let us know you are listening.

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As people with disabilities we've had limited opportunities to share our own views and experiences. Our World, Our Thoughts, Our Voices is our effort to change that. We hope to bring a fresh perspective about topics that are important to us and we think matter to you too. We're determined to make our voices heard and we plan to have fun doing it. Tune in to our podcast and be part of the experience.

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  • Creator
    The Center for Developmental Disabilities
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2023
  • Episodes
    14
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © The Center for Developmental Disabilities
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