The Heumann Perspective

Judy is joined by Nina G., a stuttering comedian and dyslexic author! Nina is the author of the children's book, Once Upon an Accommodation: A Book About Learning Disabilities and her book Stutterer Interrupted: The Comedian Who Almost Didn't Happen. Judy and Nina talk about Nina's journey to earning her doctorate, becoming a comedian and dealing with ableist comedians!    Follow Nina G. @ninagcomedian on Twitter and go to her website to keep up with upcoming performances: https://www.ninagcomedian.com/

Bonus Episode of The Heumann Perspective: A Post Oscars Chat with Andraéa LaVant! We talk about all things fashion, celebrities and what you might not expect to be the highlight of Andraéa's week in LA!   Andraéa LaVant is a Disability Justice leader, Impact Producer for Crip Camp, President of LaVant Consulting, and dedicated dog mom to Goji- the first service dog to grace the red carpet at the Oscars. Be sure to follow Andraéa on twitter and Instagram @andraealavant and LaVant Consulting on Instagram @lavantconsulting

Join Judy as she chats with three disabled parents- Jessica Slice, Sachin Pavithran, and Judith Rogers about their experiences with everything from changing messy diapers, playing at the park and addressing other people's preconceived notions about them as a parent. Judy also discusses the joys of being a parent-figure and mentor to many young people in her life!

Judy joined by Denise Jacobson, Lionel Je Woodyard and Ann Cupolo Freeman who were all featured in the Oscar nominated documentary Crip Camp. Denise and Ann were campers and Lionel was a counselor at Camp Jened. Denise was also the fabulous story consultant for Crip Camp! They all chat about how Camp Jened impacted their lives and some of the shenanigans that went on at Camp! Watch Crip Camp on Netflix! Buy Denise's Book Question of David : A Disabled Mothers Journey Through Adoption, Family, and Life" here: https://www.amazon.com/Question-David-Disabled-Mothers-Adoption/dp/1460999282

Judy is joined by the producers of the Netflix documentary "Crip Camp: A Disability Revolution," Jim LeBrecht, Sara Bolder and Nicole Newnham. After learning that Crip Camp was nominated for an Oscar, they talk about how Judy and Jim reunited after camp, how Crip Camp came to be, and the Crip Camp Virtual Experience! Follow Nicole Newnham on Twitter: @NicoleNewnham

Judy is joined by Lachi and Rebecca Howell. Lachi is a bold, beautiful, blind EDM musician who has Coloboma and Keratoconus. Rebecca is the Producer and Editor of The Heumann Perspective and also has Keratoconus. Judy, Lachi and Rebecca talk about the importance of disclosure and having agency over your own story.  Lachi is featured as the theme music for The Heumann Perspective! More music by Lachi: https://www.lachimusic.com/index.html  Follow Lachi's journey through vision loss on her YouTube Channel Follow Lachi on Instagram @lachimusic  Transcript for this episode: Google Drive PDF

Judy is joined by Chella Man. Chella is a transmasculine, Jewish, Asian, genderqueer artist, model, filmmaker and now author!  Judy and Chella break down Chella's journey through life so far as a Deaf, Genderqueer Trans person from a small town in Pennsylvania and the importance of finding your community and passions. Follow Chella on Instagram @chellaman For more of Chella's work: chellaman.com Transcript for this episode: Google Drive PDF

Judy is joined by Julia Bascom, the Executive Director of The Autistic Self Advocacy Network. Julia Bascom not only loves all things dinosaurs, Julia is exceptional leader within the disability community and has driven ASAN to be vitally influential in several major national policies. She truly drives home the motto "Nothing About Us Without Us" as she ensures that autistic self-advocates are always at the table.  Follow Julia on Twitter @JustStimming Follow ASAN on Twitter @autselfadvocacy ASAN's Website: https://autisticadvocacy.org/ Transcript for this episode: Google Doc

This week on The Heumann Perspective, Judy is chatting with Shane and Hannah Burcaw of the popular YouTube Channel, Squirmy and Grubs where they share their relationship as Shane has a disability and Hannah does not. Judy, Shane and Hannah discuss their experiences growing up disabled, intimacy and disability, personal care attendants, and the horrors of traveling while using a wheelchair. Subscribe to their YouTube channel! Be sure to check out Shane's latest book, "Strangers Assume My Girlfriend is My Nurse" Transcript for this episode: Google Drive PDF