Best Cara Gray Podcasts (2024)

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Encore Episode: The Intersection of Disability and Reproductive Justice - with Morénike Giwa Onaiwu, Rebecca Cokley, Keith Jones, and Heather Watkins 1:05:29

2d ago1:05:29

1:05:29

Today we have another encore episode of You First. This is the second of four encore episodes as we’re taking a bit of a break from producing new episodes. Now this episode, "The Intersection of Disability and Reproductive Justice," is by far our most popular episode – and by a significant margin! But in case you missed it back in August of 2022, c…

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Shaping a Lifelong Legacy in the Performing Arts with Elvi Moore 21:24

4h ago21:24

21:24

In this episode of 'Act Three,' host Cara Gray sits down with Elvi Moore, a distinguished figure in the performing arts world whose career spans over five decades. From her beginnings as an associate professor at the University of Chicago to her roles at the National Symphony Orchestra and the Washington Ballet, Elvi shares her journey and contribu…

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Encore Episode: Disability Media Representation - with Beth Haller and Jeff Preston 1:06:16

7d ago1:06:16

1:06:16

We’re taking a break from producing new episodes of You First for a bit, so we’ll be re-releasing four older episodes that we feel are worth another listen. We’re starting things off with an episode that is from February 2021 called "Disability Media Representation." We spoke with Beth Haller and Jeff Preston, both of whom are university professors…

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The Healing Power of Laughter: Transforming Lives and Workplaces with Dani Klein Modisett 40:57

24d ago40:57

40:57

In this episode of Act Three, host Cara Gray welcomes Dani Klein Modisett, a comedian, writer, actor, and founder of Laughter On Call. Dani shares her compelling journey of developing laughter therapy for Alzheimer’s patients, inspired by her mother’s diagnosis. The discussion expands to her innovative work using comedy to enhance workplace culture…

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Cheryl Rodriguez on Praxis, Local Challenges, and the 2024 AAA Annual Meeting in Tampa 25:11

1M ago25:11

25:11

In this episode of the AAA Annual Meeting podcast, Matt Artz talks with Cheryl Rodriguez, chair of the Local Organizing Committee (LOC) for the 2024 AAA Annual Meeting, about the conference theme "Praxis: The Application/s of Anthropology in the Present and the Future." They discuss how this theme reflects current challenges and opportunities in an…

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2024 Elections & the Disability Vote - with Michelle Bishop, Monica Wiley, and Jack Rosen 1:28:56

2M ago1:28:56

1:28:56

In this episode of You First, hosts Maddie and Keith dive into disability voting rights and the upcoming 2024 election with experts Michelle Bishop, Monica Wiley, and Jack Rosen from the National Disability Rights Network (NDRN). The discussion explores voting accessibility, challenges faced by disabled voters, and new support resources in Florida.…

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Kamela Heyward-Rotimi, David Simmons & Rachel Watkins on Praxis and the 2024 Annual Meeting 48:11

2M ago48:11

48:11

In this episode of the AAA Annual Meeting podcast, Matt Artz talks with the Executive Programming Committee (EPC) co-chairs about the 2024 conference theme "Praxis: The Application/s of Anthropology in the Present and the Future." The guests discuss how this theme reflects current challenges and opportunities in anthropology, particularly in light …

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Mastering Life Transitions with Scott Wozniak: From Child Actor to Business Leader 43:21

2M ago43:21

43:21

In this episode of 'Act Three,' host Cara Gray brings on Scott Wozniak, CEO of Swoz Consulting, to dive deep into his multifaceted career journey. With an impressive background that spans professional acting, non-profit leadership, and strategic consulting for global giants like Chick-fil-A, Scott shares invaluable insights on navigating career tra…

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Data & Disability - with Matthew Cortland 1:20:15

2M ago1:20:15

1:20:15

In this episode of You First, hosts Keith and Maddie interview Matthew Cortland, a Senior Resident Fellow at Data for Progress. Matthew shares insights about their work in public opinion research and advocacy focused on disability issues and social policies. They discuss their personal journey, including challenges with the healthcare system, and e…

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Disability & Gender Equity - with Marissa Ditkowsky 34:35

3M ago34:35

34:35

In this episode of the You First Podcast, hosts Maddie and Keith talk with disabled activist and attorney Marissa Ditkowsky about the challenges and inequities faced by disabled women in healthcare, employment, and financial freedom. Marissa discusses her role as Disability Economic Justice Council at the National Partnership for Women and Families…

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Disabled Journalism - with Cara Reedy 56:23

3M ago56:23

56:23

In this episode of the You First Podcast, hosts Keith and Maddie interview Cara Reedy, founder and director of the Disabled Journalists Association. Cara shares her journey from political science and theater to journalism, spending ten years at CNN. She discusses the challenges of being disabled in the newsroom, toxic productivity, and the systemic…

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Not Dead Yet, Assisted Suicide, and Ongoing Disability Fights - Part 2 with Anita Cameron 49:24

4M ago49:24

49:24

Content warning: mentions of suicide, assisted suicide, and medical violence against people with disabilities. In this compelling episode of the You First podcast, hosts Maddie and Keith continue their in-depth interview with Anita Cameron, a prominent activist in the disability rights movement. They explore Anita's role at Not Dead Yet, focusing o…

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The History of ADAPT, Atlantis Community, and Disability Disobedience - Part 1 with Anita Cameron 1:23:02

5M ago1:23:02

1:23:02

On this episode of You First, we talk with the fantastic disability rights activist Anita Cameron. Anita was, and still is, a core reason why we have disability rights today. They were an early adopter of disability rights and justice advocacy and heavily involved and a leader of the organization ADAPT (known throughout the years as American Disabl…

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Long Covid & Grilled Cheese 1:04:09

5M ago1:04:09

1:04:09

In this unique episode of You First, hosts Maddie and Keith share a personal and insightful discussion about Long Covid and its effects on everyday life. Initially delayed due to Maddie's Long Covid flare-up, this episode takes a candid and casual approach to a serious topic, highlighting symptoms, the politicization of masking, and the ongoing pan…

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Disability & Artificial Intelligence - with Lawrence Weru, Ariana Aboulafia, and Jennifer Gray 1:29:14

6M ago1:29:14

1:29:14

Today's episode features disability and artificial intelligence (AI) experts Larry Weru, Ariana Aboulafia, and Jennifer Gray. AI has been around for years, but things changed when OpenAI released ChatGPT. Since then, the news around AI has increased a lot. AI is more than just a chatbot responder; it can be used in many different ways. We talk with…

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#CripTheVote and Voting Advocacy - with Andrew Pulrang and Gregg Beratan 59:42

6M ago59:42

59:42

This podcast episode features Andrew Pulrang and Gregg Beratan, prominent figures in disability advocacy and social change. Their pioneering initiative, #CripTheVote, created alongside Alice Wong, has been important in raising awareness about the political power of disabled citizens and sparking meaningful conversations about disability, politics, …

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Cara Gray 7:40

7M ago7:40

7:40

Special Offer for My Listeners: As a gift to my listeners, I am offering a free 60-minute zoom session with me to chat about where you are at and do a bit of dreaming about your next chapter! You can book time with me via: https://CaraGray.as.me/60minutes. I will also put this link in the show notes or reach me via email at cara@goodmorningfreedom.…

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Julie Danis 38:08

7M ago38:08

38:08

Julie Danis is not just a former marketing executive but also a writer, storyteller, and an advocate for creative exploration. In this episode, Julie shares her diverse career journey, her transitions, and how she has embraced her third act with a vibrant mix of creativity, resilience, and openness to new experiences. Show Notes: [00:00:00] Introdu…

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Alex Hayes-Griffin 33:35

8M ago33:35

33:35

Episode Description: In this enlightening episode of Act Three, host Cara Gray chats with Alex Hayes-Griffin, a former banker who transitioned to a fulfilling career as an independent advisor and coach. After a dynamic banking career, Alex shares insights on planning for the next life stage, embracing new identities, and finding personal and profes…

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History of the Mad Movement - with Vesper Moore 1:10:44

8M ago1:10:44

1:10:44

In this episode of You First, co-hosts Keith and Maddie speak with Indigenous activist and disability rights leader Vesper Moore about the Mad Movement, psychiatric survivorship, and envisioning a future of collective care. Vesper, deeply involved in mental health and disability rights activism, discusses their work in altering perceptions and legi…

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Joan Rosenthal 46:14

8M ago46:14

46:14

Episode Highlights: Introduction to Joan Rosenthal: Cara introduces Joan, detailing her impressive background in finance and her impactful transition to philanthropy. Early Career Challenges: Joan shares her experiences starting out in a predominantly male industry during the 1970s, highlighting the challenges and societal expectations of women at …

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Chris Farrell 29:06

8M ago29:06

29:06

About Chris Farrell: Chris Farrell is an esteemed voice in the realms of business, economics, and personal finance, contributing to platforms such as Minnesota Public Radio, Marketplace from American Public Media, and several notable publications. He is the author of impactful books like The New Frugality, Unretirement, and Purpose and a Paycheck, …

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Global Disability Progress - with Rosangela Berman Bieler and Patricia Almeida 1:07:47

8M ago1:07:47

1:07:47

In today's episode, we are joined by two international disability advocates, Rosangela Berman Bieler and Patricia Almeida. During our conversation, we discuss the importance and impact of global disability policy and rights work, including their work with the UN and UNICEF. They also discuss how other countries compare to the US regarding disabilit…

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Joan Pagano 37:47

8M ago37:47

37:47

Guest Introduction: Joan Pagano, a leading authority in strength training for women and bone health, shares her vast experience and knowledge. With a career that began in 1988, Joan has dedicated herself to empowering women through exercise, specifically focusing on strength training and osteoporosis prevention. Her work, including a comprehensive …

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David Campbell 24:57

9M ago24:57

24:57

Guest Introduction: Today's episode features a special guest, David Campbell, a distinguished American technology executive, corporate board member, and the founder of All Hands and Hearts, a non-profit organization focused on natural disaster response and rebuilding efforts. With a rich history of leadership roles across various sectors, David sha…

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Inclusive Disaster & Emergency Strategies - with Shaylin Sluzalis & Germán Parodi 47:59

9M ago47:59

47:59

In this week's episode, co-hosts Keith and Maddie talk with The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies' Co-Directors Shaylin Sluzalis & Germán Parodi. The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies (The Partnership) is the only U.S. disability-led, 501(c)(3) organization that prioritizes equity, access, disability rights, disability justi…

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Cynthia Round 25:21

9M ago25:21

25:21

Episode Overview: In this inspiring episode of "Act Three," host Cara Gray sits down with Cynthia Round, a trailblazing brand strategist known for revitalizing legacy brands and making them relevant to new audiences. Cynthia shares her journey through the advertising world, her strategic pivot into meaningful nonprofit work, and her role in making …

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Joey Salvalaggio 21:06

9M ago21:06

21:06

Summary: In this episode, host Cara talks with oboist Joey Savalaggio about his 19-year career with the Memphis Symphony Orchestra, and his transition to designing innovative educational programs that use classical music to promote literacy and creativity. Key Topics Covered: How Joey first fell in love with classical music and decided to pursue it…

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Disability Activism Through Art - with Jen White-Johnson 1:14:32

9M ago1:14:32

1:14:32

In this episode of You First, we talk with Jen White-Johnson (she/they), a renowned artist, educator, and disability activist who uses the arts as a medium to champion the life, joy, and experiences of the disabled and neurodivergent community. Jen discusses their journey as someone diagnosed with ADHD later in life, the barriers for disabled Black…

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Victor Poleshuck 22:58

9M ago22:58

22:58

Guest Spotlight: Victor Poleshuck, a retired obstetrician and gynecologist, shares his extensive experience in the medical field, his active retirement life, and his commitment to lifelong learning and community involvement. Polshuk discusses the challenges and rewards of his career, the transition to retirement, and his current pursuits, including…

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Natalie Wester 36:26

9M ago36:26

36:26

Episode Summary: In this inspiring episode of "Act Three," host Cara Gray sits down with Natalie Wester, an early retiree, radical reinventor, and champion of authentic living. Natalie shares her remarkable journey from a successful career in public relations to becoming a National State Teacher of the Year, an international solo traveler, and a wh…

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The ABCs of IEPs - with April Katine and Daysi Ortiz 1:05:39

10M ago1:05:39

1:05:39

Two Disability Rights Florida education advocates, April Katine and Daysi Ortiz, join Keith in education planning for students with disabilities. The three discuss the importance of individual education plans (IEPs) and transition planning and offer tips on how parents can more effectively find success throughout the process. Tune in to learn about…

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Erica Baird and Karen Wagner, founders of Lustre 29:09

10M ago29:09

29:09

Episode Summary: In this episode of "Act Three," host Cara Gray welcomes Erica Baird and Karen Wagner, founders of Lustre, a platform showcasing retired career women as vibrant, relevant, and fun. They discuss breaking stereotypes of retirement and aging, sharing their experiences as career women and the changes they faced post-retirement. Key Poin…

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Disability Inclusive Campaigning - with Neal Carter, Jess Moore Matthews, Sarah Blahovec, and Dom Kelly 1:31:49

10M ago1:31:49

1:31:49

In this episode of You First, hosts Keith and Maddie talk with guests Neal Carter, Jess Moore Matthews, Sarah Blahovec, and Dom Kelly about disability-inclusive campaigning, strategies to reach disabled voters, and the significance of accessible elections. Today's episode is not about any specific candidates or voting laws. Instead, we focus on the…

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Say the Word: Disability - with Lawrence Carter-Long, Damian Gregory, and Laura-Lee Minutello 1:29:52

11M ago1:29:52

1:29:52

In this episode of You First, hosts Keith and Maddie discuss the impact of language on disability rights and inclusion with advocates Lawrence Carter-Long, Damian Gregory, and Laura-Lee Minutello. The conversation highlights the #SayTheWord disability campaign, personal experiences with disability-related language, government services, marketing, a…

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Disability and LGBTQ+ History, Law, and Solidarity - Webinar Audio 1:51:24

11M ago1:51:24

1:51:24

In this bonus episode, You First Podcast host Maddie talks with 5 guests about various legal and medical precedents that have led to the division between the disability and LGBTQ+ communities. The history between the LGBTQ+ community and the disability community is often at odds with each other. Historically, LGBTQ+ identities were viewed as mental…

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Jenni Antonicic 37:23

12M ago37:23

37:23

Guest: Jenni Antonicic, yoga/meditation teacher and former wine professional Links Mentioned: Tejas Yoga Studio - Where Jenni teaches yoga classes (in person and online): https://tejasyogachicago.com Jenni's website: https://www.jennianneyoga.com/ Key Topics Covered: Jenni's background working in the stressful wine business and how it impacted her …

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Against Technoableism - with Ashley Shew and Mallory Kay Nelson 1:07:11

12M ago1:07:11

1:07:11

In this episode, guests Ashley Shew and Mallory Kay Nelson discuss the concept of technoableism, the history of disability and technology, and the importance of involving disabled people when developing new technologies. They highlight the challenges surrounding the definition of disability, the impact of assistive technology on people with disabil…

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Bob Lies 25:06

1y ago25:06

25:06

Introduction Bob Lies has had an extensive career in chemical engineering and supply chain management, holding leadership roles at companies like Dial and Tyson Foods. After retiring, Bob spent a year as a substitute teacher at a local grade school. He found it very rewarding to help students have those "lightbulb moments". Bob is now part of the I…

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Willowbrook and the Future of Disability Rights - with Dr. William Bronston and Marlene Sallo 1:56:48

1y ago1:56:48

1:56:48

In this episode, co-hosts Maddie and Keith talk with Dr. William Bronston and Marlene Sallo about Willowbrook State School, its exposé, and its impact on the disability rights movement. The episode starts with our conversation with Dr. Bronston, a doctor who worked at Willowbrook and ultimately was vital in the lawsuit against New York State, ultim…

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Jeanne Thompson 19:41

1y ago19:41

19:41

Summary: Jeanne Thompson shares her experience transitioning from a successful 30-year corporate career to retirement. She gets real about the emotional struggles, loss of identity and purpose, and finding new meaning. Key Takeaways: Jeanne spent over 30 years working in financial services, most recently as SVP at Fidelity Investments helping peopl…

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Frish Brandt 27:05

1y ago27:05

27:05

Key Points: Frish's work at the gallery focused on connecting people through art and examining deeper questions about life, love, loss, etc. This inspired her interest in more spiritual and meaningful conversations later in life. In 2009, she read an article about palliative care and felt called to have conversations in that space, leading her to e…

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Neurodiversity in the Legal Field - with AJ Link, Jalyn Radziminski, and Haley Moss 1:13:34

1y ago1:13:34

1:13:34

You First podcast co-hosts Keith and Maddie are joined by disability activists and legal scholars AJ Link, Jalyn Radziminski, and Haley Moss, who identify as neurodiverse and disabled. They shared their personal stories and insights about their experiences with law school, advocacy, careers, and more. The guests discussed how their unique perspecti…

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Dave Evans 43:28

1y ago43:28

43:28

Overview Dave Evans is a lecturer at Stanford, management consultant, and co-founder of Electronic Arts. He is the co-author of the books Designing Your Life, Designing Your Work Life, and Designing Your New Work Life. The conversation focuses on applying the principles from Designing Your Life to retirement and Act 3 of life. Key Takeaways The pan…

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Connie Lindsey 24:11

1y ago24:11

24:11

In this episode, I interviewed Connie Lindsey, former Executive Vice President and Head of Corporate Social Responsibility at Northern Trust in Chicago. We discussed: Her career journey at Northern Trust and decision to "rewire" instead of retire Serving on nonprofit boards and pursuing civic engagement Writing a book and her goals during this next…

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Building Disabled & LGBTQ+ Community - with Beck DeTrempe 40:27

1y ago40:27

40:27

In this episode of You First, we chat with our friend Beck DeTrempe who is doing some awesome peer led community building in Florida. They founded Basically Wonderful, which is a grassroots organization run by Queer + Disabled folks in Orlando, Florida, USA. Their mission reads: Our hope is to create peer-led spaces for marginalized communities whe…

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Jake Schlesinger 32:03

1y ago32:03

32:03

Key Points: Jake had a 30+ year career with the Wall Street Journal as a reporter and editor. His identity was very tied to his work. He attended the Distinguished Careers Institute at Stanford, a program for people seeking reinvention in their 50s and 60s. The program focuses on purpose, community, and wellness. Jake found the community aspect inv…

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Dena Grushkin 35:33

1y ago35:33

35:33

Summary: Dena was a special education teacher for 36 years in New Jersey public schools. She retired in 2018 at age 60. In 2004, Dena visited Nigeria and was inspired to start the Dream School Foundation, providing educational resources and infrastructure to schools there. This became her passion project in retirement. When funding ran out for Drea…

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Disability Is Not Scary! 1:00:57

1y ago1:00:57

1:00:57

With one of their favorite holidays just around the corner, co-hosts Maddie and Keith delve into a serious discussion on using disability as a tool for instilling fear in others, all in the name of Halloween fun. From dressing up in offensive costumes to visiting eerie museums and reopened haunted institutions, the hosts explore how disability hist…

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Marlon Weems 27:03

1y ago27:03

27:03

Marlon Weems spent over 30 years in the finance industry, beginning in the early 80s in Little Rock, Arkansas. In the mid-90s, he founded the state’s first African-American-owned asset management firm. He later acquired Security Investments of Conway from Saint Louis-based Mercantile Bank to found Weems & Company, the state’s first Black-owned inve…

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