Creating Inclusive Music Festivals: The Story of Shine Music Festival

This episode of 'The Blind Chick' podcast features a conversation with Shawn Satterfield, a pioneer in making music festivals inclusive for people with disabilities. Shawn shares her journey of recognizing her purpose after a revealing experience at a concert, and how it led to the creation of the Shine Music Festival. The festival is designed to be universally accessible, not just in terms of physical accessibility but also in representing a diverse set of performers on stage. The hosts and Shawn discuss the importance of inclusivity beyond just the ADA section at concerts, highlighting the festival's approach to accommodating neurodiverse individuals and ensuring all attendees can enjoy the festival equally. The discussion also touches on the impact of such inclusive festivals on both the disability community and the broader audience, fostering a more understanding and inclusive society. Additionally, Shawn mentions future plans for expanding the festival and the need for sponsorship and support to continue making inclusivity at music festivals the norm.

00:00 Welcome to The Blind Chick Podcast!
00:48 Easter Memories and the Joy of Childhood
01:39 Introducing Shawn Satterfield: A Pioneer for Inclusion
02:09 The Birth of a Purpose: From ADA Sections to Inclusive Festivals
06:12 Expanding the Vision: Beyond Accessibility to Universal Design
12:35 The Impact of Inclusion: Changing Perceptions and Building Community
16:39 Looking Ahead: The Future of Shine Music Festival and Inclusive Events
23:10 How You Can Support Shine Music Festival
26:12 Closing Thoughts and How to Get Involved

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