20% of the population in Australia have a disability. I think that if we don't have that representation from a really early age it can be something that is ultimately stigmatized even later in life as children grow up. So, in the interview we were able to bring something out to you about disability and we know so well how this is what presentation is for disabled parents. But also doing it over to real but in general is it getting better? Look, what do I think that is? Like when we look at TV or film or you know they're really incredible because of the lack of representation that we've had for so long when it comes to disabled people.
When writer and musician Eliza Hull was pregnant with her first child, like most parents-to-be she felt a mix of nerves and excitement. But as a disabled person she faced added complexities. Would the pregnancy be too hard? Would people judge her? Would she cope with the demands of parenting?
On May 24th, 2023, Hull came to Intelligence Squared with host, writer, and campaigner Lucy Webster, where they discussed the themes of Hull's new book, 'We've Got This: Essays By Disabled Parents.' The anthology explores the highs and lows of their parenting journeys, showing that often the greatest obstacles lie in other people's attitudes.
This event was produced by Executive Producer Hannah Kaye with editing by Executive Producer Rowan Slaney.
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