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Disability Matters

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

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.

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Joyce will honor the late actor, disability rights advocate, and philanthropist RJ Mitte with a special reairing of his February 1, 2022, appearance on Disability Matters. He discusses his Hollywood career, challenging stereotypes through his experie... more

Joyce welcomes Jonathan Young, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Akero, a company dedicated to developing transformational treatments for people living with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) and other serious metabolic d... more

Joyce welcomes Scott Meiser, Vice President of Supply Chain, and Greg McGuinness, Director of Distribution and Logistics, at Allegheny Health Network (AHN). They will discuss their roles and AHN's commitment to hiring people with disabilities across ... more

Joyce welcomes Jason Fonner, Vice President of Forge Solutions, a company that provides digital, print, and fulfillment customer communications solutions. He will discuss his current role and share why he has such a strong commitment to hiring people... more

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Recent Guests

Jonathan Young
Co-founder and CEO of Akero Therapeutics and former Clinton administration official
Akero Therapeutics
Episode: Jonathan Young: Disability Advocate and Pharmaceutical Industry Leader Shares Commitment to Empower Patients and People with Disabilities to Achieve Life Goals
Jennifer Mathis
Disability rights advocate discussing voting rights and the updated disability voter guide
Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law
Episode: Jonathan Young: Disability Advocate and Pharmaceutical Industry Leader Shares Commitment to Empower Patients and People with Disabilities to Achieve Life Goals
Scott Meiser
Vice President of Supply Chain Operations, Allegheny Health Network
Allegheny Health Network (AHN)
Episode: Scott Meiser/Greg McGuinness: Corporate Leaders Share Roles at AHN and Commitment to Hire People with Disabilities
Greg McGuinness
Director of the Distribution Center and Logistics, AHN
Allegheny Health Network
Episode: Scott Meiser/Greg McGuinness: Corporate Leaders Share Roles at AHN and Commitment to Hire People with Disabilities
Jason Fonner
Vice President at Forge Solutions, part of Highmark Health
Forge Solutions / Highmark Health
Episode: Jason Fonner: Vice President for Forge Solutions Discusses Journey to Current Role and Commitment to Hiring People with Disabilities
Gerald Homme
Senior Manager Talent Programs and Acquisition, Bender Consulting Services
Bender Consulting Services
Episode: Gerald Homme: Senior Manager of Talent Acquisition and Technology at Bender Consulting Services
Holly O'Donnell
CEO of the Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law
Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law
Episode: Gerald Homme: Senior Manager of Talent Acquisition and Technology at Bender Consulting Services
Cardell Velez
Chief Operating Officer, Health Network Provider Organization, Allegheny Health Network (AHN)
AHN/Highmark
Episode: Cardell Velez: Chief Operating Officer for Health Network Provider Organization (AHN) and Passion for Hiring People with Disabilities
Dr. Eugene Lipov
Pain medicine expert witness, medical legal consultant, SNBG and Autonomic Nervous System expert, researcher, author
Neuro Access Rehabilitation Services / foundational work in stellate ganglion block
Episode: Dr. Kelsey Harris/Dr. Eugene Lipov: Healthcare Professionals Latest Trends in Post Traumatic Stress Injury and Neuroplasticity Care

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

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    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 States10 years ago

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Interviews blend advocacy history with practical workplace strategies.
Guest diversity covers policy, technology, and employment—great for sponsors and guests alike.
Thoughtful hosts and experts provide actionable disability employment insights.

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#225
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Jonathan Young: Disability Advocate and Pharmaceutical Industry Leader Shares Commitment to Empower Patients and People with Disabilities to Achieve Life Goals
Q: What can people do if they have a disability and cannot drive to vote?
Mathis suggests contacting a protection and advocacy organization, while Bender recommends planning ahead and reaching out to an independent living center for transportation support.
Jonathan Young: Disability Advocate and Pharmaceutical Industry Leader Shares Commitment to Empower Patients and People with Disabilities to Achieve Life Goals
Q: What does that drug do, Jonathan?
Young says Akero's drug is being developed to treat liver disease, including MASH, previously called NASH, and potentially alcohol-related liver disease.
Gerald Homme: Senior Manager of Talent Acquisition and Technology at Bender Consulting Services
Q: Gerald, would you mind sharing with everyone how you know me and what you do right now?
Gerald describes his current role as Senior Manager of Talent Programs and Acquisition at Bender Consulting Services, leading teams that place people with disabilities in IT and professional roles and mentoring staff to scale the impact.
Cardell Velez: Chief Operating Officer for Health Network Provider Organization (AHN) and Passion for Hiring People with Disabilities
Q: What do you look for in candidates when hiring, and how do culture and preparation influence your decisions?
He emphasizes technical skills plus cultural fit, preparation, understanding of the company's core values, and demonstrated initiative as key, with a preference for candidates who have clearly researched and aligned with the organization.
Cardell Velez: Chief Operating Officer for Health Network Provider Organization (AHN) and Passion for Hiring People with Disabilities
Q: But Cardell, how did you land at AHN and what has your career path looked like up to this point?
Cardell describes growing up in Canada and Europe, a long career in healthcare leadership across imaging and hospital systems, and a transition into AHN through LinkedIn, where momentum and leadership culture attracted him to join and later advance to COO.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Disability Matters

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

A show focused on competitive employment and empowerment for people with disabilities, featuring interviews with policymakers, advocates, and industry leaders who discuss ADA history, inclusion strategies, and real-world hiring practices. Episodes emphasize practical programs, accessibility standards, and corporate or organizational change to improve employment opportunities and independence for disabled individuals. A standout trait is live, captioned broadcasting to ensure accessibility, with guests ranging from disability rights pioneers to executives shaping disability inclusion in policy and business.

Overall, it's likely to appeal to listeners seeking actionable insights on policy, workplace inclusion, and disability-driven innovatio... more

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1. Jonathan Young
2. Jennifer Mathis
3. Scott Meiser
4. Greg McGuinness
5. Jason Fonner
6. Gerald Homme
7. Holly O'Donnell
8. Cardell Velez

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