The I Can't Stand Podcast
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The I Can't Stand Podcast
Have you ever wondered what it is like to live with a disability? The I Can't Stand Podcast is for everyone who has a question or just wondered about disability. No questions are off-limits any question you have is allowed. Every week Peta will answer any question you have, based on her experiences...
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Being Bed Bound and Living With an Energy-Limiting Illness: Amelia Tang’s Story
In this episode, Peta speaks with model, actor and advocate Amelia Tang about what life looks like when illness reshapes everything. Amelia shares the...
From Iron Lung to Icon: Honouring Ed Roberts with Professor Scot Danforth
Ed Roberts is often called the father of the independent living movement, but many people have never heard his story. This week, I’m joined by Profess...
Grace Spence Green: The Doctor Living the Social Model of Disability
Grace Spence Green was a medical student when a man jumped from a height in a shopping centre and landed on her, causing a spinal cord injury that lef...
Clare Reilly on Wheelchair Meets Wilderness and her Accessible Outdoor Adventure
When Clare Reilly was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2017, she thought her days of outdoor adventure might be behind her. But the lifelong outdo...
Paralympian and Advocate Don Elgin on Building an Inclusive NDIS
In this episode, Paralympian, author, and advocate Don Elgin joins Peta to explore what true connection means within the NDIS and beyond.
After...
How Toyota & Remarkable Are Powering the Future of Disability Tech With Pete Horsley
In this episode, Pete Horsley, Founder of Remarkable, the disability-tech accelerator powered by Cerebral Palsy Alliance, joins Peta to explore how te...
What the World Gets Wrong About LGBTIQ+ People with Intellectual Disability with Cameron Bloomfield
Disability advocate and self-advocate Cameron Bloomfield shares what it’s like to be a gay man with an intellectual disability. He talks about self-ad...
Clare Stewart on Disability, Leadership and Accessible Housing
In this episode, Clare Stewart, CEO of Youngcare and former Mayor of Noosa, joins Peta to share her powerful story of resilience, disability, and purp...
Rethinking ADHD: Parenting, Stigma, and Neurodivergent Affirming Practice with Rebecca Challoner
In this episode, neurodivergent advocate, educator, and founder of My Spirited Child and the National PEKE Centre, Rebecca Challoner, joins Peta to ex...
No Seasons: Trans Identity, Disability and IVF at Melbourne Fringe with Oliver Ayres and Kaite Head
Trans artist Oliver Ayres and his partner, producer Kaite Head, join Peta Hooke to discuss their new Melbourne Fringe show No Seasons. The performance...
Tiffany Yu's Anti-Ableist Manifesto: From TikTok to Global Change
In this episode of The I Can’t Stand Podcast, Peta Hooke speaks with disability advocate, entrepreneur, and author Tiffany Yu. Tiffany is the founder...
Sophie Geeves: Steptember Ambassador on Disability Advocacy, Education, and Culture
In this episode, disability advocate and Steptember ambassador Sophie Geeves shares her journey from early intervention with the Cerebral Palsy Allian...
Feeling the Game: Shaun Keath on the AFL’s New Era of Inclusion
In this episode, lifelong AFL fan Shaun Keath shares how groundbreaking technology is transforming the way blind and vision-impaired people experience...
Gem Turner Is Laughing In The Face Of Ableism
In this episode, disabled comedian Gem Turner shares an empowering perspective on living with disability. She talks about using humour to challenge pr...
The I Can't Stand Podcast Is Coming Back!
The I Can't Stand Podcast Returns for Season 5!
After an unexpected hiatus, your favorite disability podcast is back! Host Peta Hooke shares wha...
Part Four: What It Took To Finally Freeze My Eggs
After 313 days of setbacks, heartbreak and relentless determination, I finally started freezing my eggs. From a devastating fall to the daily sting of...
Part Three: Fighting For My Fertility
This is the story of how persistence and advocacy helped me reclaim my hope and take the final steps toward freezing my eggs. A journey of heartbreak...
Part Two: When the System Isn’t Ready for You.
What happens when disability isn't part of the plan? From inaccessible medical equipment to dismissive policies, I uncover the systemic challenges of...
Part One: The Decision to Freeze My Eggs
Motherhood was never part of my original plan—until one moment changed everything. Join me as I share the doubts, hope, and resilience behind my decis...
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Eggs is a compelling limited podcast series that follows the journey of a disabled woman navigating the deeply personal and challenging process of fre...
The Stories That Stuck With Peta In 2024: Season Four Highlights
As 2024 comes to a close, join Peta for a special highlight episode of The I Can’t Stand Podcast. Reflecting on her favourite moments from Season Four...
Life Stages and Living with Muscular Dystrophy: Perspectives from Carolyn and Jaxon
In this episode, Peta speaks with Carolyn Campbell-McLean and Jaxon Taylor, two people living with Muscular Dystrophy. Carolyn reflects on her decades...
International Day for People with Disability Ambassador Hayden Moon: Championing Change Across Disability, Gender, and Culture
Happy International Day for People with Disability! Today, we’re joined by Hayden Moon, a 2024 Ambassador for this significant day. In this episode, H...
Autism, Advocacy, and Finding Love with Ronan Soussa
This week on The I Can't Stand Podcast, Ronan Soussa shares his journey as an advocate, performer, and ambassador living with autism. He opens up abou...
Understanding Autistic Burnout and Belonging with Michael Coles
Michael Coles delves into the profound reality of autistic burnout, sharing how masking and the demands of navigating school, work, and social environ...
Beyond Tokenism: True Inclusivity in Fashion with Rosie Anderson
This week, Peta chats with Rosie Anderson, an ambulatory wheelchair user, model, and advocate for inclusivity in fashion. Rosie shares her experiences...
Get Started: Creating A Roadmap For Newly Disabled People with Mandy McCracken
Twelve years ago, Mandy McCracken’s life changed overnight, leaving her with limited guidance on how to navigate her new reality as a disabled person....
Disinfluencer: Revolutionising Media Representation with Simone Eyles
Peta talks to Simone Eyles, the founder of Disinfluencer, a platform focused on improving disability representation in media and advertising. Simone s...
Have Wheelchair, Will Travel: Making Adventures Possible with Julie and Braeden Jones
In this episode, Julie Jones talks about the creation of Have Wheelchair Will Travel and how it has become a valuable resource for disabled travellers...
Surviving 9/11: How Fear and Guide Dogs Can Teach Us to Lead with Purpose With Michael Hingson
Michael Hingson shares his incredible story of surviving the 9/11 attacks with the help of his guide dog, Roselle. Michael reflects on how fear can be...
We Never Get A Holiday From Being Disabled
In this solo episode, I’m back from a much-needed holiday, and I wanted to give you all an update. The holiday was lovely, but as we all know, life wi...
Replay: Why Disney Needs A Disabled Princess with Hannah Diviney
Originally recorded in January 2022
As Disney continues to shape the imaginations of children around the world, one question remains: where are...
Replay: Ben Aldridge on Mental Health, Disability, and Life After the Military
Originally recorded in June 2022
Ben Aldridge’s story is one of resilience, strength, and honesty. In this listener-favourite episode, Ben refle...
Replay: Carly Findlay's Journey to Becoming One of Australia’s Leading Disability Advocates
Originally recorded in October 2021.
n this special replay, we revisit one of my favourite conversations with Carly Findlay. Carly’s journey as...
The NDIS Crisis, Disabled Motherhood & Is The Paralympics In Peril? With Karni Liddell
Peta sits down with Paralympian Karni Liddell to discuss the growing NDIS crisis, the realities of disabled motherhood, and whether Australia’s Paraly...
Transforming MRI Scans into Art with Deanna
Deanna shares how she transforms her MRI scans into vibrant artwork, reframing her experience with Multiple Sclerosis. We explore her journey of manag...
Suspense Through A Disabled Lens With Author LK Bowen
In this episode, Peta chats with LK Bowen, author of the suspenseful novel For Worse. LK shares how her vision impairment influenced her writing, turn...
Creating a Pathway for Disabled Artists: The Story of Sprung Dance Theatre
This week on The I Can't Stand Podcast, Peta chats with the inspiring team behind Sprung Dance Theatre. Discover how this unique organisation supports...
Overcoming Trauma and Embracing Neurodiversity with Annie Crowe
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Join Peta as she chats with Annie Crowe, a neurodivergent disability rights lawyer, who reflects on her journey to...
Khadija Gbla on Being Black, Autistic, and Physically Disabled
In this episode, Peta chats with Khadija Gbla, a remarkable black, autistic, and disabled human rights advocate.
Khadija shares their powerful j...