
 Blocked and Reported Episode 210: Facilitating Communicating (with Helen Lewis)
 Apr 6, 2024 
 Helen Lewis, journalist at The Atlantic, discusses facilitated communication and Scotland's hate crime law. They explore Anne McDonald's breakthrough, controversies around facilitated communication, and the impact on individuals with disabilities. The episode delves into historical misuses of medical practices and the challenges of journalism integrity. 
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 Introduction 
 00:00 • 2min 
 Exploring Various Topics and Speculating on Messages About Hot Nazis 
 01:52 • 4min 
 Unpacking the Controversial Hate Crime and Public Order Bill 2021 in Scotland 
 05:28 • 5min 
 Analyzing SMP's Approach and the 'Hate Monster' Advert 
 10:36 • 2min 
 Exploring Controversial Topics: Grit, Hate Crime Legislation, and Online Relationships 
 12:12 • 19min 
 Communication Breakthrough: The Story of Anne McDonald 
 30:49 • 5min 
 Communicating Beyond Speech: The Power of Facilitated Communication 
 35:32 • 20min 
 Navigating Medical Controversies and Historical Misuses 
 55:34 • 16min 
 Exploring the Controversy of Facilitated Communication 
 01:11:05 • 18min 
 Reflections on Beliefs, Journalism Integrity, and Facing Mistakes 
 01:29:31 • 3min 

