Talk a Mile in Our Shoes

Andee Schray, JD Otsuka
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Andee & JD are two disabled theatre artists from Albuquerque, New Mexico. Join them as they discuss their lives, challenges, and the world around them. Brought to you by Blackout Theatre Company.

Episodes

  1. Disability and Music

    03/06/2025

    Disability and Music

    Disability and Music This week on Talk a Mile in Our Shoes, Andee & JD talk about famous disabled musicians. How does their disability affect their art? Does it even, perhaps, make it better? Let's find out! Theme Music - "Take Stairs in Case of Fire" by Wheelchair Sports Camp Hosts & Editors - Andee Schray & JD Otsuka Producer & Engineer - Barney Lopez Produced by Blackout Theatre Company More at blackouttheatre.com/ This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

    24 min
  2. Independence & Dependency

    02/27/2025

    Independence & Dependency

    Independence & Dependency What is independence? And who has it? JD and Andee discuss their own experiences with independence and dependency in this weeks episode of Talk a Mile in Our Shoes. Theme Music - "Take Stairs in Case of Fire" by Wheelchair Sports Camp Hosts & Editors - Andee Schray & JD Otsuka Producer & Engineer - Barney Lopez Produced by Blackout Theatre Company More at blackouttheatre.com/ This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

    39 min
  3. Hierarchy of Disability

    02/20/2025

    Hierarchy of Disability

    Hierarchy of Disability This week, JD and Andee discuss the hierarchy of disability and where we all fit within it. But be careful—it’s a trap! Theme Music - "Take Stairs in Case of Fire" by Wheelchair Sports Camp Hosts & Editors - Andee Schray & JD Otsuka Producer & Engineer - Barney Lopez Produced by Blackout Theatre Company More at blackouttheatre.com/ This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

    46 min
  4. Safety for the Disabled Community

    02/13/2025

    Safety for the Disabled Community

    Safety for the Disabled Community In this week's episode, Andee & JD talk about safety concerns for the disabled community. From fires to sidewalks to showers: it's a dangerous world out there. Theme Music - "Take Stairs in Case of Fire" by Wheelchair Sports Camp Hosts & Editors - Andee Schray & JD Otsuka Producer & Engineer - Barney Lopez Produced by Blackout Theatre Company More at blackouttheatre.com/ This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

    24 min
  5. Sex & Relationships for People with Disabilities

    02/06/2025

    Sex & Relationships for People with Disabilities

    Sex & Relationships for People with Disabilities Let's talk about sex baby, with JD and Andee. "Talk a Mile in Our Shoes" is back to discuss our most taboo topic yet; sex, romance, & relationships in the disabled community. Heads up, this episode might get a little racy, so consider this your disclaimer if that's a sensitive topic for you, or if you're related to us. Theme Music - "Take Stairs in Case of Fire" by Wheelchair Sports Camp Hosts & Editors - Andee Schray & JD Otsuka Producer & Engineer - Barney Lopez Produced by Blackout Theatre Company More at blackouttheatre.com/ This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

    40 min
  6. Americans with Disabilities Act

    01/30/2025

    Americans with Disabilities Act

    Americans with Disabilities Act Jd and Andee are back and more disabled than ever! Come along with them as they explore a new crop of disability related topics. You'll laugh, you'll cry, and you'll have a real good time! This week's episode of Talk a Mile in our Shoes takes us down the road of disability rights with the history of the American's with Disabilities Act, plus a personal conversation about how work fits into the lives of the disabled. Theme Music "Take Stairs in Case of Fire" by Wheelchair Sports Camp Hosts & Editors Andee Schray & JD Otsuka Producer & Engineer Barney Lopez Produced by Blackout Theatre Company More at blackouttheatre.com/ This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

    33 min
  7. Disability in Media: The Season Finale

    09/14/2023

    Disability in Media: The Season Finale

    Episode 6: Disability in Media THE SEASON FINALE In this episode, Andee and JD dive into disability, as seen on TV! Theme Music "Take Stairs in Case of Fire" by Wheelchair Sports Camp Hosts & Editors Andee Schray & JD Otsuka Producer & Engineer Barney Lopez Produced by Blackout Theatre Company more at blackouttheatre.com/

    35 min
  8. Disability+

    09/07/2023

    Disability+

    Episode 5: Disability+ In this episode, JD and Andee are back with a discussion lead by JD about intersectionality. Why be one thing, when you can be two, or three?! Theme Music "Take Stairs in Case of Fire" by Wheelchair Sports Camp Hosts & Editors Andee Schray & JD Otsuka Producer & Engineer Barney Lopez Produced by Blackout Theatre Company more at blackouttheatre.com/

    37 min
  9. But is it Accessible?

    08/31/2023

    But is it Accessible?

    Episode 4: But is it Accessible? In this episode, JD and Andee check in on their health and contemplate accessibility. Theme Music "Take Stairs in Case of Fire" by Wheelchair Sports Camp Hosts & Editors Andee Schray & JD Otsuka Producer & Engineer Barney Lopez Produced by Blackout Theatre Company more at blackouttheatre.com/

    34 min

  10. 08/24/2023

    The Person Comes Second

    Episode 3: The Person Comes Second In this episode, JD and Andee continue their discussion about Person First vs. Identity First language. Theme Music "Take Stairs in Case of Fire" by Wheelchair Sports Camp Hosts & Editors Andee Schray & JD Otsuka Producer & Engineer Barney Lopez Produced by Blackout Theatre Company more at blackouttheatre.com/

    19 min
  11. The Person Comes First

    08/17/2023

    The Person Comes First

    Episode 2: The Person Comes First In this episode, JD and Andee talk about Person First vs. Identity First language. Are you a disabled person, or a person with a disability? Theme Music "Take Stairs in Case of Fire" by Wheelchair Sports Camp Hosts & Editors Andee Schray & JD Otsuka Producer & Engineer Barney Lopez Produced by Blackout Theatre Company more at blackouttheatre.com/

    18 min
  12. First Steps

    08/03/2023

    First Steps

    In this episode, JD and Andee talk about who they are and what's wrong with them. Get to know your hosts! Theme Music "Take Stairs in Case of Fire" by Wheelchair Sports Camp Hosts & Editors Andee Schray & JD Otsuka Producer & Engineer Barney Lopez Produced by Blackout Theatre Company more at blackouttheatre.com/

    22 min
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About

Andee & JD are two disabled theatre artists from Albuquerque, New Mexico. Join them as they discuss their lives, challenges, and the world around them. Brought to you by Blackout Theatre Company.

Information

  • Creator
    Andee Schray, JD Otsuka
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    12
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026
  • Show Website
    Talk a Mile in Our Shoes