Rebeckah Taussig
Writer and disability advocate, co-host of the Scratch That podcast, focusing on nuanced conversations about adult friendship and representation of often-ignored experiences.
Top 3 podcasts with Rebeckah Taussig
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Apr 9, 2025 • 1h 8min
💏 You CAN Make Friends Without Social Media — with Caitlin Metz & Rebekah Taussig
Caitlin Metz, an illustrator and designer, joins Rebekah Taussig, a writer and disability advocate, for an engaging discussion on life beyond social media. They explore how social media can support introverts and the challenge of forming real connections in a digital world. The conversation highlights creative ways to express identity without online platforms, the importance of local community engagement, and personal anecdotes that illustrate the journey toward authentic friendships. Get ready for a fresh perspective on building relationships!
Mar 21, 2025 • 47min
Is your brand the same as your identity?
Rebekah Taussig, author of "Sitting Pretty" and Time magazine writer, shares her journey of navigating life in a wheelchair while advocating for disability rights. She discusses the challenges of personal branding, feeling pigeonholed by her identity, and the complexities of representation in parenting as a disabled mother. Taussig highlights the societal pressures surrounding ableism and the ongoing struggles in the DEI landscape, emphasizing the need for authentic narratives that encompass the richness of diverse experiences.
Dec 21, 2017 • 39min
MTS 15: Disability in literature & writing about life in a particular body with Rebeckah Taussig
Rebeckah Taussig, a writer and teacher with a PhD in disability studies, discusses disability in literature, including works by Wilkie Collins. She shares her experience of transitioning to a wheelchair and explores writing life stories shaped by her body. She also talks about writing flash-flash memoir on Instagram and encourages personal storytelling.
