No Day is Normal

Kathlyn Roffina

Empowering change through the sharing of everyday experiences of ableism, while educating society on the vital role of accessibility in fostering belonging for individuals with disabilities. Fighting ableism one stool at a time!

Episodes

  1. 07/31/2025

    Transportation Challenges- Planes, Trains, Buses, Automobiles

    In this episode of 'No Day is Normal', host Kathlyn Roffina discusses the various barriers faced by individuals with disabilities in transportation. She shares personal experiences and insights on public transport, ride-sharing services, and air travel accessibility, emphasizing the need for better accommodations and advocacy for the rights of people with disabilities.

    23 min

  2. 07/07/2025

    Complicated Marriage Decisions

    In this episode of 'No Day is Normal', host Kathlyn Roffina discusses the intersection of marriage and ableism, sharing her personal experiences and insights on the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in navigating relationships and government policies. She highlights the impact of social security regulations on marriage decisions, the importance of accessibility in wedding planning, and the ongoing advocacy for change to eliminate the marriage penalty for disabled individuals.

    22 min

  3. 05/28/2025

    The Housing Barriers of Ableism

    In this episode of 'No Day is Normal,' host Kathlyn Roffina discusses the importance of accessibility in housing for individuals with disabilities. She shares her personal experiences navigating housing challenges, the implications of the Fair Housing Act, and the need for reasonable accommodations. The conversation highlights innovative solutions for home accessibility, the struggles of finding suitable housing, and the future of accessible homes. Roffina advocates for intentional design and modifications to create inclusive living spaces for everyone. Fair Housing Act- https://www.justice.gov/crt/fair-housing-act-1#:~:text=The%20Fair%20Housing%20Act%20%2C%2042,disability. Section 8 housing- https://www.hud.gov/helping-americans/housing-choice-vouchers-tenants

    22 min

  4. 05/13/2025

    Navigating the Challenges of Disabled Parenting

    In this episode of 'No Day is Normal', host Kathlyn Roffina discusses the complexities and challenges of being a disabled parent. She shares her personal experiences, the societal biases faced by disabled parents, and the importance of community and representation. Kathlyn emphasizes the emotional and spiritual aspects of parenting, the need for support systems, and the tools that have helped her navigate motherhood. She reflects on her journey, the internal struggles she has faced, and her hopes for her child's future.

    22 min

  5. 04/29/2025

    Breaking Down Ableism in the Workplace

    In this episode of 'No Day is Normal', host Kathlyn Roffina discusses the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in the workforce, particularly focusing on ableism, the impact of community support, and the complexities of navigating employment and disability benefits. The conversation highlights the importance of advocating for reasonable accommodations, understanding the implications of subminimum wage, and the need for a shift in how productivity is measured in the workplace. I also introduces the spoon theory as a metaphor for managing energy levels and emphasizes the importance of self-advocacy and open discussions about worth and compensation.

    31 min

  6. 04/22/2025

    The Struggle for Accessibility in Medicine

    In this episode of 'No Day is Normal', host Kathlyn Roffina discusses the critical issues surrounding accessibility and advocacy for individuals with disabilities, particularly in the healthcare system. She shares personal experiences that highlight the barriers faced by disabled individuals, including discrimination, gaslighting, and the need for better design in medical facilities. The conversation emphasizes the importance of advocacy, understanding, and the need for healthcare professionals to listen to their patients' concerns. https://www.ada.gov/law-and-regs/design-standards/1991-design-standards/ Medical gaslighting Definition- https://www.amjmed.com/article/S0002-9343(24)00396-6/fulltext#:~:text=in%20clinical%20practice.-,Definition%20of%20Medical%20Gaslighting,6%2C7

    22 min

  7. 02/18/2025

    College Ableism

    Today I share about my experience with ableism in college and lessons I learned along the way. I also share about the Office of Vocational Rehab. Office of Vocational Rehab https://rsa.ed.gov/about/states

    30 min

  8. 02/11/2025

    Public School System

    Today I talk about my experience in the public school system and how some people think separate disability focused classrooms are still ableism. I also explain about what structures public schools have put into place to accommodate disabled students. Info on 504 and IEP plans https://www.nea.org/professional-excellence/student-engagement/tools-tips/differences-between-504-plan-and-individualized-education-program-iep

    21 min

  9. 02/04/2025

    Internalized Ableism! (Mental load of a disabled women)

    Today I share about my own stories and strugglies with internalized ableism.

    19 min

  10. 01/28/2025

    Disability Civil Rights History

    Today I talk about disability civil rights history, the Americans for Disability Act and personal story of discrimination. Disability Rights History Timeline https://disabilities.temple.edu/resources/disability-rights-timeline ADA explanation- https://www.ada.gov/law-and-regs/ada/

    20 min

  11. 01/21/2025

    Intro

    Intro episode where I share about myself, important definitions and my purpose for this podcast. Links to definitions. https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ableism https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/disability https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/accessibility

    14 min
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Empowering change through the sharing of everyday experiences of ableism, while educating society on the vital role of accessibility in fostering belonging for individuals with disabilities. Fighting ableism one stool at a time!

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  • Creator
    Kathlyn Roffina
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    11
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Kathlyn Roffina
  • Show Website
    No Day is Normal