What’s Your Limp?

Jordan Walker Ross
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Aug 30, 2021 • 47min

Jenni Gold: Navigating Hollywood as a Disabled Filmmaker

Ask Jordan a question!In this episode of What's Your Limp? Jordan chats with filmmaker, Jenni Gold!Jenni directed the acclaimed documentary Cinemability, which tracks the history of disability in the film industry and explores how disabled characters and actors are portrayed and perceived in Hollywood. The reason that Jenni is passionate about this topic is because she is disabled herself. Jenni has muscular dystrophy and is a wheelchair user. Women filmmakers have a hard enough time getting opportunities in this business, but it becomes even harder when you add a disability into the mix. But that hasn't stopped Jenni from pursuing her dreams and proving time and time again, that she has a place in Hollywood and is just as capable as her able-bodied peers.Listen to her episode now and then go check out Cinemability!Support the show
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Aug 23, 2021 • 1h 2min

Ramy Youssef: Having a Cultural Identity Crisis

Ask Jordan a question!In the latest episode of What's Your Limp? Jordan talks to Golden Globe-winner, Ramy Youssef - star and creator of the hit Hulu series Ramy!This might just be Jordan's deepest and most complex  conversation he's had yet. Ramy is constantly challenging people and forcing them outside of their comfort zone on his show, and this episode is no different. They dive into the nuances of morality, social constructs, the state of religion and more!In addition to all of that, Ramy talks about his activism for the Muslim and disabled community, and his passion for telling their stories on screen.Support the show
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Aug 16, 2021 • 33min

Zion Clark: Surviving the Foster Home System

Ask Jordan a question!In today's episode of What's Your Limp? Jordan talks with athlete & world record holder Zion Clark. Zion is a wrestler, track star & body builder who happened to be born without legs. Not only did Zion have to deal with the struggles that come with being a disabled person, but he spent the first 17 years of his life in foster care. But no matter what challenges life has thrown his way, Zion has tackled them all with optimism and a positive attitude. Check out the short documentary on Zion on Netflix (titled "Zion") and follow him on social media to get your daily doses of inspiration and motivation!Support the show
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Aug 9, 2021 • 1h 15min

Tyler Labine: Developing Body Dysmorphia

Ask Jordan a question!Today, on What's Your Limp?, Jordan chats with Tyler Labine (New Amsterdam, Tucker & Dale vs Evil) in one of our most transparent and vulnerable episodes yet.Tyler had made a career out of being the funny guy, but what many didn't realize is that he was. struggling constantly on the inside. He has had to deal with everything from body dysmorphia, depression, eating disorders, addiction and more.  But through therapy, fatherhood, his art and resolving issues with his parents, Tyler has learned to get a grasp on his difficulties and his story of how he got there is incredibly moving.Be sure to follow Tyler on social media (@TyLabine), check out his beautiful work on New Amsterdam and check out his music on Spotify by looking up his musician name, Adanac.Support the show
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Aug 2, 2021 • 30min

Steve Way: Educating with Humor

Ask Jordan a question!In this episode of What's Your Limp? Jordan chats with one of the star's of Hulu's Ramy - actor and comedian, Steve Way.Steve happens to have muscular dystrophy, among several other health conditions, but he hasn't let that stop him from following his dreams and building an impressive career for himself in show business. And now he's using his platform and following to advocate for others who might not have gotten the same opportunities that he did.Steve opens up about using humor as a coping mechanism, addressing personal/real life issues through his character on Ramy and more! Support the show
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Jul 26, 2021 • 1h 5min

Frank Mosley: Panic Attacks On Set

Ask Jordan a question!In the latest episode of What's Your Limp? Jordan talks with fellow Arlington, TX native, actor/director Frank Mosley.Frank has appeared in cult classics like Upstream Color, Thunder Road and The Ghost Who Walks while also writing, directing and producing several films of his own. He's an incredible artist with an impressive filmography - but an even better person.Frank opens up about his struggle with anxiety, panic attacks and even IBS (which leads to Jordan telling another one of his infamous poop stories). Frank is one of our transparent guests yet and we hope this episode inspires you to be vulnerable as well. Remember, vulnerability is a strength - not a weakness!Support the show
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Jul 19, 2021 • 59min

Allison Tolman: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

Ask Jordan a question!In this episode, Jordan chats with his old friend and former teacher, Allison Tolman (Fargo, Krampus, Emergence).Her rise to fame happened pretty much overnight - leading to Golden Globe and Emmy nominations, job offers for high profile projects and working with some of the biggest names in Hollywood. So how did she deal with that? Was imposter syndrome an issue? What about any other insecurities? She digs into all of that in her conversation with Jordan!Be sure to give Allison a follow on social media and check out her latest project, season 2 of Why Women Kill on Paramount+. Also, watch out for another upcoming limited series, Gaslit, that she's co-starring in alongside Sean Penn, Julia Roberts and Dan Stevens!Support the show
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Jul 12, 2021 • 1h 7min

RJ Mitte: Burying the Hatchet

Ask Jordan a question!In this episode of What's Your Limp? Jordan chats with your favorite breakfast enthusiast, Walter Jr. himself, Breaking Bad's RJ Mitte! But this episode comes with some baggage... Jordan held a grudge against RJ for years because he lost the role of Walter Jr. to him almost two decades ago. However, these two officials bury the hatchet in this conversation and discover more similarities than their connection to Breaking Bad.RJ gets candid about falling into this industry, fighting for opportunities for disabled actors/filmmakers and navigating his acting career post-Breaking Bad. On top of that, RJ is doing incredible work through his Austin-based non-profit, which he talks about as well.  Be sure to listen and then go follow RJ on social media @RJMitte to keep up with the admirable and important work he's doing - both as an artist and as an activist!Support the show
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Jul 5, 2021 • 1h 9min

Julio Cedillo: Fighting Latino Stereotypes in Hollywood

Ask Jordan a question!In the latest episode, Jordan sits down (in person!) with actor Julio Cedillo. You probably know him from Sicario, Narcos: Mexico or Cowboys and Aliens. He's played drug lords, crooked cops, bandits and other intimidating characters, but that couldn't be further from who he is in real life. Julio is a giant teddy bear with a heart of gold - and that's apparent in this conversation.Julio opens up about being a Mexican immigrant as a child, navigating one-dimensional and stereotypical latino characters in Hollywood, balancing family and his career and how he copes when he starts being too hard on himself. Support the show
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Jun 28, 2021 • 39min

Shelby Young: Playing the Comparison Game

Ask Jordan a question!In the latest episode of What's Your Limp? Jordan talks to an old friend, Shelby Young for the first time in about 15 years! Shelby is an actor who has appeared in projects like The Social Network and American Horror Story. She has also built an incredibly impressive voice-over resumé. Her talent as a voice actor inspired her to create a TikTok to do impressions of animated characters - which then led to her gaining over 2 million followers!In their conversation, Shelby talks about comparing herself to her friends who are also actors, navigating this industry as a child and struggling with anxiety, IBS and more. Also, Jordan tells one of his famous poop stories... You've been warned!Support the show

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