Original Recording Date: 9/16/24

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Zian Chavez, producer of We Are the Most Beautiful People | Adults with Disabilities, an award-winning documentary that’s reshaping perceptions of beauty and disability worldwide. Through compelling stories from adults with disabilities across cultures, the film confronts ableism, racism, and the distinction between Disability Rights and Disability Justice. Zian shares insights from the film’s journey through international festivals and the transformative impact of representing the lived experiences of people with disabilities. Join us as we explore how this groundbreaking documentary challenges norms and redefines the meaning of beauty and humanity.

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Original Recording Date: August 22

Carly Webster joins us and brings many important topics to the table, including her personal journey from fan to advocate, and the importance of accessible concert experiences. Carly shares how her teenage years spent in entertainment fandom opened her eyes to the deep lack of representation and support for disabled people in music spaces. At just 15, she founded a nonprofit dedicated to breaking down these barriers, proving that music should be accessible to all.

In this episode, Carly reflects on her experiences working with artist teams, delivering a TEDx talk, and how her vision for the future goes far beyond personal milestones. Carly believes that music and live entertainment are for everyone, and she's determined to make it a more inclusive space. Her passion for creating accessible experiences for disabled music fans has fueled her career in event accessibility consulting, public speaking, and event production.

Join us as Carly delves into her aspirations, her commitment to giving back to future generations, and her dedication to making real change. Whether you’re in the industry or a fan, Carly’s story is a compelling call to action to help redefine what accessibility means in the world of music and live events.

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Original Recording Date: August 19, 2024

Zhara is the president and CEO of Auracle Productions-- a female owned and operated production company that celebrates the badasserie of women worldwide. The company writes, develops, and produces television, film, and media content that highlights female-driven stories and book adaptations with authentic female characters.

Zhara is also an innovator in the field of autism after becoming an autism advocate, international public speaker, author, as well as the world's first professor of female Neurodivergent studies after developing the first course of its kind at Arizona State University.

In her work around this subject, she propels the initiative for more research and understanding of the female autism phenotype which she believes the lack thereof and lack of it's own subtype has failed girls and women across the globe for far too long. Her work challenges the current healthcare system and diagnostic criteria in place for neurodivergent people of all genders, races, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

She recently partnered with Stone Village Television to produce and co-host two documentary films entitled "Understanding Autism" and "ADHD: Wired Differently", which are slated for release this spring.

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