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Challenge what you think it’s like to live with disability. Hosts Dylan Alcott and Angus O’Loughlin speak to people living with disabilities about their lives and ask them the questions you thought were off-limits. You’ll laugh. You’ll cry. You’ll learn something. This is a podcast for everyone - disabled or abled, and hopes to break down stigmas, change perceptions, and to challenge what you thin... more

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What would your life look like if you had brushed your teeth for just ten seconds longer?

In January 2020, 27-year-old paramedic Emma Mickle made a last-minute decision to join her friends on a hike through New Zealand.

On the final day, just ten k... more

Three buses passed Santiago “Santi” Velasquez because he could not see when to hail them. Instead of accepting that public transport was not designed for him, the blind electrical engineer decided to build a better system.

In this episode of ListenA... more

In 1988, Mark Dorrity went for a run on a 35-degree day in regional New South Wales. He was leading the race when severe heat stroke caused his body to shut down.

Mark spent 70 days unconscious in intensive care. He lost most of the muscle in his bo... more

Spencer West returns to ListenABLE for an honest and powerful conversation about disability, accessibility and what it really means to be seen.Four years after his first appearance on the podcast, Spencer joins Angus O’Loughlin in person to talk abou... more

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Recent Guests

Emma Mickle
Avid cyclist and paramedic; guest sharing her disability journey after a mountain hike accident
None stated
Episode: She Survived a One-in-20-Million Accident
Santiago Velasquez
Electrical engineer, blind since birth, co-founder of Halo
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Episode: AI Is Failing People With Disability. A Blind Engineer Explains Why
Mark Doherty
Paralympic athlete and survivor of a severe heat stroke leading to amputation
Episode: He Was Winning the Race. Then His Body Shut Down
Spencer West
Disability advocate and author
Author of Breaking Free
Episode: Spencer West on the Truth About Being Seen
Ben Tudhope
Australian Winter Paralympian, snowboarder
Australian Paralympic Team
Episode: “I Would’ve Been Happy Without The Medal” | Ben Tudhope
Brodie Taylor
First wheelchair netball umpire in Australia
Netball officiating in Australia
Episode: Australia’s First Wheelchair Netball Umpire | Brodie Taylor’s Story
Larissa Camp
Survivor of domestic violence and partial hand amputation, advocate
Atlanta, Georgia, USA
Episode: “My Partner Shot Me. I Survived.” | Surviving Domestic Violence
Spencer Connelly
Burn survivor, actor, and public speaker
Independent speaker
Episode: Revenge attack at 5 - Surviving Childhood Trauma with Spencer Connelly
Joshua Ruff
A passionate botanist and gardener living with Duchenne's muscular dystrophy.
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Episode: "My Heart Stopped for 3 Minutes, and It Changed Everything"

Hosts

Dylan Alcott
Host of ListenABLE
Angus O'Loughlin
Co-host of ListenABLE

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.7k ratings
  • Listenable

    I am just wondering why the guests are just talking on their own? It is not as good without the banter from the hosts. Why the change of format?

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    RJWEIR
    Australiaa year ago
  • Upbeat !

    Dylan and Angus are great hosts. The humour is infectious.

    Loving the chats with all the athletes.

    Able bodied athletes can learn a lot.

    Constant nerve pain for example but they keep going !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Athlete61
    Australia2 years ago
  • So good!

    Really loved Dylan and Sarah’s chat and her honestly.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Claire Levingston
    Australia3 years ago
  • Brilliant

    What a fab interview between Dylan and Sarah Rose. Loved Dylan’s sensitivity when asking questions. Would love a follow up interview to find out more about living a life as a little person and how she copes and her strategies

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tommysurfcafe
    Australia3 years ago
  • Educational and interesting

    Love this Podcast. Love all the questions asked and discussion that occurs - often questions that as a listener I am wondering! I learn so much from it and promote it far and wide within the NDIS Provider I work for, educating our Clinicians about language, experience and being person centred. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lrilers
    Australia3 years ago

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Powerful, life-changing conversations that expand understanding of disability.
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AI Is Failing People With Disability. A Blind Engineer Explains Why
Q: Do you think AI has been beneficial for people with disabilities, or are there major drawbacks to be aware of?
AI has potential benefits when used correctly, but its training often lacks accessibility data and lived-experience input, which can limit its usefulness for disabled users unless designed with inclusive guidance and multiple modalities.
“I Would’ve Been Happy Without The Medal” | Ben Tudhope
Q: Yours is, after reaching the top, did you discover any personal cost or loneliness that success doesn't prepare you for?
Ben discusses how long periods away with a team can lead to understanding himself better and the loneliness that can come with elite sport, highlighting that growth can come from solitude and learning to be comfortable alone.
Two Mates, One Chair: The Travel Series Changing Disability Perceptions
Q: What was the idea when you started the Instagram account and what content did you plan to capture?
We wanted to show ourselves and not sugarcoat the chair, documenting our travels because the chair would always be part of the experience, and that honesty helped us build an audience.
Australia’s First Wheelchair Netball Umpire | Brodie Taylor’s Story
Q: Is your dream to end up umpiring in the top competition, and what's your North Star for reaching higher levels?
Yes, the dream is to reach the top competition; for now the goal is to obtain the B and then higher level badges and build toward state and national opportunities.
Australia’s First Wheelchair Netball Umpire | Brodie Taylor’s Story
Q: In the flesh. What do you want to say to people about netball? And why do you love it so much?
Netball is multifaceted, combining physicality, strategy, and statistics, and although it's underrepresented globally, it's an incredibly rich sport to watch and learn from when you break down the plays.

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Listeners can expect thoughtful conversations with a diverse set of guests who live with disabilities, ranging from Paralympians and engineers to artists and advocates. Episodes blend lived experience with practical insights on accessibility, inclusive design, sports, travel, and everyday resilience, often framed by empathetic hosting and a focus on human-centered storytelling. A notable strength is how guests' personal journeys are tied to broader societal issues, offering actionable takeaways for audiences, sponsors, and potential guests alike.

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Recent guests on ListenABLE include:

1. Emma Mickle
2. Santiago Velasquez
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4. Spencer West
5. Ben Tudhope
6. Brodie Taylor
7. Larissa Camp
8. Spencer Connelly

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