Pushing Limits – March 28, 2025
A half-hour radio show providing critical coverage of disability issues and bringing the insight of the grassroots disability movement to the general public.
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A half-hour radio show providing critical coverage of disability issues and bringing insight into the grassroots disability movement to the general public.
The Legal Fight for Section 504 – Pushing Limits – March 21, 2025
A vital legal protection for people with disabilities is under attack. But a coalition from 15 states is fighting back, filing a lawsuit to stop the Trump administration’s attempt to gut Section 504 of the federal code. This crucial regulation has been a cornerstone in the battle against discrimination in employment, housing, and more. Claudia … Continued
Epilepsy Enlightenment – Pushing Limits – March 14, 2025
Despite epilepsy being the fourth most common neurological condition, affecting one in twenty-six people globally, there’s a widespread lack of awareness surrounding this disability. This is in large part due to its low visibility in daily life. Many individuals living with epilepsy exhibit little to no visible symptoms that would signal their epilepsy to the … Continued
If you are not worried about programs that come from the Federal government, you are not paying attention. Supports for people with disabilities are on the chopping block, everything from Food Stamps to Meals on Wheels to Social Security and Medi-Care. All of it is under threat from the heavy hand of Elon Musk. For … Continued
Welcome back to Trump’s America and another round of attacks against people with disabilities. In the past week we saw Trump try to blame our community for the crash of American Eagle Flight 534. Trump’s comments came less than 48 hours after his administration tried to freeze federal funding for many disability organizations, as well … Continued
When tough times fall on us, we often learn who is really in our corner. However, if push came to shove, would you trust your friend to help you use the restroom? Would they even be willing to do so? On this program of Pushing Limits, one of our very own producers shares his experiences … Continued
January is a month often filled with new gym membership, NFL playoffs, and even snow. Before COVID, we didn’t associate it with debilitating and devastating illnesses, but COVID-19 changed that. In January of 2020, “Joyful” Joni Gold was the fourth person in her small community to get covid and, for her, this month will never … Continued
On this week’s program, Pushing Limits is diving into the heart of the Bay Area disability community with two local guests who are making a mighty impact. First, we’ll hear from Scott Simpson, President of the Board of Directors for KEEN (Kids Enjoy Exercise Now) San Francisco. KEEN empowers children with disabilities through swimming and … Continued
The Caregiver’s Perspective: Dean Starmer – Pushing Limits – January 10, 2025
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to take care of someone else with major physical needs? Just like any relationship, the caregiver-patient relationship is a two-way street. Usually we bring you the voice of the “patient” on our program, but today we’re mixing it up. During the interview, Dean talks about his clients. Some … Continued
Pushing Limits – January 3, 2025
A half-hour radio show providing critical coverage of disability issues and bringing the insight of the grassroots disability movement to the general public.
2024 in Review – Pushing Limits – December 27, 2024
As Bugs Bunny once said, “tha-that’s all folks!” 2024 has come to a close, and the Pushing Limits gang is looking forward to making next year even better. As we get ready to turn a new leaf, we invite you to join the crew as we look back at what we learned and appreciated about … Continued