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18: Not enough spoons! Managing dysautonomia

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2026/10/07

Hannah talks with I.Lead member, Bethany, as they unpack dysautonomia for Dysautonomia Awareness Month. They dive into living with POTS and ME/CFS, navigating invisible symptoms through "spoon theory," confronting media misconceptions, and advocate for better acceptance and support across Aotearoa. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.

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17: Kia Māia - Mahuru Māori

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2026/09/23

I tenei wahanga, Hannah talks with Ari about her haerenga learning Te Reo Māori and navigating both the language and study with a disability. This episode captures kōrero about the many empowering kupu that te reo Māori has for the disability community and how this can support disabled people and others to understand the disabled world in their own space and time. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.

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16: Raising Awareness - Hydrocephalus

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2026/09/09

Hannah is joined by Oak to discuss his journey with the disability, hydrocephalus. In recognition of hydrocephalus awareness month in September, Oak shares his journey of understanding his disability and providing a knowledgeable insight into what it is like to live with hydrocephalus. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.

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15: Masking for a Friend

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2026/08/26

Hannah talks with I.Lead members about autism and what is is like to see the world through the autistic lens. They discuss barriers to people with autism and how it can feel to navigate things like friendships, employment and everyday social interactions. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.

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14: Dating and Relationships with a Disability

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2026/08/12

Hannah is joined by Lael and Oak to discuss the realities of dating with a disability. Though the discussion they talk about assumptions and cliches of dating as well as the different ways people with disabilities need support and accommodations in relationships. An interesting and thought provoking discussion in light of programmes like Love on the Spectrum and Down for Love! This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.

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13: Great Insight - Navigating Life with Septo-optic...

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2026/07/29

Hannah is joined by I.Lead member and Pride coordinator, Ashe Black, to talk about his disability and experiences with low vision. They discuss the misconceptions around having low vision and also what can support or hinder someone navigating life with this disability. Also briefly touching on I.Pride, the space for disabled youth part of the rainbow community. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.

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12: Para-digm Shift

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2026/07/15

Hannah is joined by I.Lead member Jaden Movold, and internationally classified world ranked T54 wheelchair racer to talk about para-sports and his journey towards success and dreams of the Paralympics. Together they discuss the cliches of para-sport and the challenges faced by disabled athletes, challenging the idea of 'inspirational'. Tune in to find out what it takes to be a world-class para-athlete and how you could find a new drive and passion for para-sports! This show was broadcast on OAR

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11: Faith and Disability

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2026/07/01

Hannah is joined by members Oak, Lael, Abdulla and Bethany to discuss their journeys of being disabled and having a faith. This episode covers several aspects of what it can mean for a disabled person to have a faith and aims to break the stereotype that disabled people don't (or in some cases can't) have a faith! Bringing perspectives from different backgrounds such as Christianity and Islam, the members discuss what inclusivity looks like in faith spaces and advocate for what can be done to make

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10: LGBT - D?

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2026/06/17

Hannah is joined by I.Lead members Ashe, Ari, Kim and Annabel to discuss what it means to be part of the LGBT community and disabled. This interesting conversation is part of Pride Month and discusses the concept of dual identity, barriers they have faced and what Pride means to them. Also discussed is the campaign 'Sweat with Pride' which has been a part of Pride month for some members and they share why they have been involved with this campaign alongside their other advocacy in the disability

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9: More Than a Tick Box - Disabled Employment

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2026/06/03

Hannah chats with Oak and Jordan about their journey with employment and some of their experiences trying to gain and stay in employment. This episode tackles issues such as unemployment, volunteering and minimum wage exemption - a tricky topic for disabled people who are consistently underpaid for their mahi. A great conversation to be had about the advantages of hiring disabled people and really valuing their skills and talents. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made

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8: The Wheel Deal - Wheelchair Rugby & Para Sport

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2026/05/20

Hannah talks with I.Lead member, Libby, about playing wheelchair rugby. Together, they discuss the amazing opportunities this sport has provided them and how para sport has meant they could engage with physical activity again. Playing for the Otago Wheel Landers, wheelchair rugby is a mixed gender sport full of intensity and hard knocks but this doesn't stop them! Check out the Otago Wheel Landers on Facebook under the name Otago Wheelchair Rugby and look out for their next "have a go" day to see

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7: Sick and Tired - Life with ME/CFS

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2026/05/06

In this episode, Hannah is joined by I.Lead member, Bethany, for a powerful conversation about her journey with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS). In honor of ME/CFS Awareness Month this May, Bethany shares the realities of navigating a complex, whole-body illness and debunks the myth that the condition is simply being "a little bit tired." Bethany also spreads awareness online via Facebook and Instagram called "Bethany's Health Journey" as well as Anchored: Dunedin Chronic

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