Rephonic
Artwork for Disability Matters

Disability Matters

Joyce Bender
Disability Rights
Highmark Health
Americans With Disabilities Act
Disability Employment
Epilepsy
Employment For People With Disabilities
Mental Health
Bender Leadership Academy
Disability Inclusion
Medicaid
Advocacy
Diversity and Inclusion
Bender Consulting Services
Employment
Healthcare
Pittsburgh
Disability Mentoring Day
Highmark
Telehealth
Autism

Competitive employment and empowerment for people with disabilities is the emphasis of this show. Broadcast live and captioned in real-time for individuals who are deaf and hard of hearing, we discuss how people with disabilities can secure career opportunities, and how employers, organizations and individuals can support employment and empowerment of people with disabilities.

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes1055Founded15 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
NewsCareersBusiness

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Disability Matters

Latest Episodes

Joyce welcomes Tracy Saula, Senior Vice President and Chief Product and Experience Officer of Highmark Health, a $32 billion blended health organization. This includes one of America's largest Blue Cross Blue Shield insurers and a growing regional ho... more

Joyce welcomes Ari Ne'eman an American disability rights activist. Ari is currently serving as an assistant professor of health policy and management at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. He is well-known researcher who co-founded the Aut... more

Joyce welcomes welcomes Colin Killick, Executive Director of the Autistic Self-Advocacy Network (ASAN). This nonprofit organization is a national grassroots disability rights organization for the autistic community. It fights for disability rights an... more

Joyce welcomes Elizabeth Karan, Principal, Artemis Policy Group, Fred Lado, Professor of Neurology & Director, Epilepsy Division, Northwell Health Eastern & Central Regions, and Amanda Mitchell, Executive Director, Epilepsy Alliance Louisiana to the ... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Accepts Sponsors
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

The Daily
The DailyThe New York Times

Recent Guests

Elizabeth Karan
Principal, Artemis Policy Group
Artemis Policy Group
Episode: Elizabeth Karan, Fred Lado, Amanda Mitchell: Campaign for A National Plan for Epilepsy
Fred Lado
Professor of Neurology and Director of the Epilepsy Division
Northwell Health
Episode: Elizabeth Karan, Fred Lado, Amanda Mitchell: Campaign for A National Plan for Epilepsy
Amanda Mitchell
Executive Director, Epilepsy Alliance Louisiana
Epilepsy Alliance Louisiana
Episode: Elizabeth Karan, Fred Lado, Amanda Mitchell: Campaign for A National Plan for Epilepsy
Bobbi Watt Geer
President of United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania
United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania
Episode: Bobbi Watt Geer: President and CEO of United Way of Southwestern, PA Shares Mission and Accomplishments of Nonprofit Organization
Phil Gattone
President and CEO of National Bleeding Disorders Foundation
National Bleeding Disorders Foundation
Episode: CEO of NBDF Shares Mission of Organization and Lifelong Career Leading Various Impactful Nonprofit Organizations
Laura Carlson
Executive Director of Brain & Spine Health
Allegheny Health Network (AHN)
Episode: Laura Carlson: Executive Director of Development AGH Division of Brain & Spine Health Discusses Latest Advancements in Area of Specialized Healthcare
Joy Matoney
Vice President, Diversified Business Planning and Enablement at Highmark
Highmark Health
Episode: Joy Matoney: Vice President, Diversified Business & Growth Planning and Enablement for Highmark, Inc. Discusses Career/Commitment to Bender Partnership to Hire People with Disabilities
Jennifer Mathis
Executive at Highmark, disability advocate
Highmark
Episode: Joy Matoney: Vice President, Diversified Business & Growth Planning and Enablement for Highmark, Inc. Discusses Career/Commitment to Bender Partnership to Hire People with Disabilities
Bridget Green
Associate Professor, Department of Educational Foundations and Leadership, School of Education, Duquesne University; Executive Director, Institute for Disability Empowerment and Advocacy
Duquesne University
Episode: Dr. Bridget Green: Associate Professor at Duquesne University Discusses Path to Rewarding Career Helping Students with Disabilities Achieve Success

Host

Joyce Bender
Host of Disability Matters

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 28 ratings
  • Thank you Joyce for having Hannah Smith on your podcast

    I absolutely love Joyce Bender’s podcast! I listen to it every week. I loved so very much listening to Hannah Smith on the show with Joyce. She is a hero to many throughout the US who battle Celiac Disease like my twin sons. I’m amazed how much this young woman has accomplished. We have all of her books and they have been a source of reassurance to my kids and their friends. Hannah has taken the struggles of her own journey facing disability and become the nation’s advocate for the food allergy ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Larry John S.
    United States2 years ago
  • This is the best podcast ever!

    This is great. If you guys like to & please look at marriage rights for us people with disabilities. There is a Facebook page called marriage equally for people with disabilities. Please please look into it. I find it very sad as to why we are denied medical stuff once we get married. That is so unfair & cruel. We shouldn't have to choose money over love. :'( Also another thing some schools don't have special ed programs & because of that disabled kids can't learn as well & also get bulled becau... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bubbles,Buttercup & Pikachufan
    United States9 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the focus on inclusive hiring and real-world impact in organizations.
The show is seen as a trustworthy resource for disability rights and workplace accessibility topics.
Guests are described as influential leaders who provide actionable strategies for empowerment.
Fans praise the host for elevating disability advocacy through compelling guests and practical insights.

Top Careers Podcasts

Think Fast Talk Smart: Communication Techniques
Think Fast Talk Smart: Communication TechniquesMatt Abrahams, Think Fast Talk Smart
Workday Playdate
Workday PlaydateErin Diehl - Workday Playdate
The Burnouts with Phoebe & Sophia
The Burnouts with Phoebe & SophiaPhoebe Gates & Sophia Kianni
Becoming You with Suzy Welch
Becoming You with Suzy WelchNYU Stern Professor Suzy Welch
Happier in Hollywood
Happier in HollywoodThe Onward Project

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Bobbi Watt Geer: President and CEO of United Way of Southwestern, PA Shares Mission and Accomplishments of Nonprofit Organization
Q: How does United Way engage with policy and advocacy to support people with disabilities?
We advocate at the state level for legislation that removes barriers to work and protects health benefits, such as MAWD and the work-to-life transition policies, working with lawmakers and telling story-driven equity impacts to drive change.
Bobbi Watt Geer: President and CEO of United Way of Southwestern, PA Shares Mission and Accomplishments of Nonprofit Organization
Q: Could you share a little about United Way's mission and the types of programs you fund?
United Way focuses on three pillars—education, financial stability, and meeting basic needs—funding hundreds of programs that help people thrive, including services for people with disabilities, job training, housing, and access to essential resources.
Laura Carlson: Executive Director of Development AGH Division of Brain & Spine Health Discusses Latest Advancements in Area of Specialized Healthcare
Q: Would you mind sharing a little bit of your journey, including how you came to work in nonprofit and then health care?
Laura describes growing up in Pittsburgh, studying business, a career path through sales and philanthropy, and a pivotal move back home to AHN where she found a mission-driven role blending education and health care, with mentorship from community leaders and experiences shaping her focus on service and impact.
Sam Estes: Executive Leader, Published Author, and Philanthropist Discusses Work in the Defense World, and Passion for Helping Youth with Disabilities
Q: Sam, if someone is listening and they know you do this consulting, how would they get in touch with you and what services do you offer?
They can visit sjmbenterprises.com, contact via email at ses tes@sjmbenterprises.com, or reach out on LinkedIn for a consultation to discuss security and compliance services for federal contracts and private sector clients.
Shaunda McDill: Managing Director of the Pittsburgh Public Theater Discusses Passion for Public Theater and the Arts
Q: Do you have a message for our listeners before we end the show today?
Her message is to donate to the Pittsburgh Public Theater, stay engaged with the website for events, and remember to be good to one another as a community-oriented benefit of the arts.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Disability Matters

What is Disability Matters about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on competitive employment and empowerment for people with disabilities, frequently hosting leaders from business, healthcare, and advocacy to discuss inclusive hiring, accessibility, and community impact. Episodes often highlight partnerships between nonprofits, educational institutions, and large employers, practical steps for adopting remote accommodations, and real-world stories that illustrate how inclusive practices drive organizational performance. Notable threads include the use of technology (e.g., AI) to boost operations, efforts to normalize disability representation in media and leadership, and ongoing advocacy around legal and policy changes affecting work opportunities for people with disabilities. The program ... more

Where can I find podcast stats for Disability Matters?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Disability Matters. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Disability Matters and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Disability Matters get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Disability Matters, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Disability Matters?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Disability Matters, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Disability Matters have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Disability Matters has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Disability Matters?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Disability Matters:

1. The Daily

How many episodes of Disability Matters are there?

Disability Matters launched 15 years ago and published 1055 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Disability Matters?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Disability Matters?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Disability Matters from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Disability Matters?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Disability Matters. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Disability Matters?

Recent guests on Disability Matters include:

1. Elizabeth Karan
2. Fred Lado
3. Amanda Mitchell
4. Bobbi Watt Geer
5. Phil Gattone
6. Laura Carlson
7. Joy Matoney
8. Jennifer Mathis

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days