lABLEd

By: Alice Evans & Lucy Wood
  • Summary

  • Disability advocates Alice Evans and Lucy Wood host the disability, chronic illness, and health podcast: lABLEd Podcast. The show aims to put the power of definition back in the hands of those typically pigeonholed by societal labelling. The Fortnightly episodes draw on their lived experiences, and alongside others, we offer a refreshingly personal honest, funny and occasionally dark insight into disability and difference.With special episodes focusing on Disabled People from history, lABLEd Podcast hopes to educate and entertain & show you that labels are just for soup!

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    Alice Evans & Lucy Wood
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Episodes
  • fABLEd 11: A Quiet Place
    Dec 19 2024

    About this Episode


    Lucy and Alice discuss the first two films of "A Quiet Place," highlighting the film's premise of aliens sensitive to noise and the use of American Sign Language (ASL) by the deaf character, played by Millicent Simmons. They explore the film's representation of disability and its impact on the cinematic landscape. Lucy praises the film's authenticity, while Alice notes criticisms about reinforcing stereotypes. They also discuss the third film's departure from the family-centric storyline and its setting in New York. The conversation concludes with reflections on disability representation in media and a humorous segment about their fictional superhero roles.


    To download transcripts of this, and every episode visit www.labledpodcast.co.uk


    About the Show & How to Support


    Support this Podcast


    Like LABLEd Podcast on Facebook


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    Follow LABLEd Podcast on Instagram


    Got a comment or Question? Email us!


    lABLEd Podcast is currently self-funded. Please consider donating to our GoFundMe


    Production Team


    Hosts: Alice Evans, Daisy Holder, and Lucy Wood


    Editor: Adam Hull


    Music: Maisy Crunden



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    47 mins
  • 64. With Ross Lannon
    Dec 12 2024

    About this Episode


    Alice and Lucy are joined by guest Ross Lannon to chat about experiences with disability, illness, and difference. They humorously address their personal challenges, such as haircuts and public interactions.


    Ross is an online disability blogger and radio presenter from Cornwall, joins the conversation. Ross shares his journey from a stable office job to radio presenting, influenced by the pandemic and his online presence. He emphasizes his goal of merging disability representation with mainstream media and discuss the challenges and joys of public life, including the potential for reality TV stardom and the impact of media on public perception.


    To download transcripts of this, and every episode visit www.labledpodcast.co.uk


    About our Guest

    Ross Lannon – who has Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA Type 3) – is a lifestyle & disability blogger from Cornwall. Ross runs a blog called "A Life on Wheels" which documents his journey through adulthood, as a young man with a physical disability. He is also a radio presenter and produces regular shows on CHAOS Radio. Often described as a ‘cheeky chappy’, he uses his platforms to share comical lifestyle stories, as well as reviewing accessible events, activities and products. He is also a proud dog-dad to Ralph, the cockapoo.


    Connect With them


    Instagram - @rosslannon

    TikTok- @rosslannon

    Facebook.com/ALifeOnWheels

    Blog: www.alifeonwheels.co.uk

    About the Show & How to Support


    Support this Podcast


    Like LABLEd Podcast on Facebook


    Tweet lABLEd Podcast


    Follow LABLEd Podcast on Instagram


    Got a comment or Question? Email us!


    lABLEd Podcast is currently self-funded. Please consider donating to our GoFundMe


    Production Team


    Hosts: Alice Evans, Daisy Holder, and Lucy Wood


    Editor: Adam Hull


    Music: Maisy Crunden




    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • History Lesson 12: Ian Dury
    Dec 5 2024

    About this Episode


    Our latest History Lesson subject is British singer-songwriter, Ian Dury, who rose to fame in the late 1970s punk and new wave era. Dury, who had polio, is covered in detail, including his life, work, and the condition itself. The hosts also delve into the history of polio, its symptoms, and treatments, highlighting the controversial methods of the past and the significant contributions of Elizabeth Kenny. The episode concludes with Dury's musical career, his provocative song "Spasticus Autisticus," and his impact on British culture.


    To download transcripts of this, and every episode visit www.labledpodcast.co.uk


    About the Show & How to Support


    Support this Podcast


    Like LABLEd Podcast on Facebook


    Tweet lABLEd Podcast


    Follow LABLEd Podcast on Instagram


    Got a comment or Question? Email us!


    lABLEd Podcast is currently self-funded. Please consider donating to our GoFundMe


    Production Team


    Hosts: Alice Evans, Daisy Holder, and Lucy Wood


    Editor: Adam Hull


    Music: Maisy Crunden



    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Show more Show less
    1 hr and 15 mins

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