In this powerful episode of DisElectAbility, host Aar Jae Williams is joined by Ashleigh Talbot, co-founder of the independent trans news podcast What The Trans?!. Together, they explore the current political, social, and media landscape affecting the UK’s trans and disabled communities. The conversation spans the deeply controversial Supreme Court ruling in For Women Scotland v. Scottish Ministers, the impact of the Sullivan and Cass reviews on trans healthcare, the role of right-wing US influence in shaping UK policy, and the devastating proposed cuts to disability benefits like PIP under the Labour government.

Ashleigh, a wheelchair user and MS patient, brings a razor-sharp critique of media transphobia, the NHS’s failures in supporting marginalised identities, and the performative neutrality of mainstream journalism. The episode also features a heartfelt voice note from trans activist Bex Foulsham responding to the Supreme Court ruling, emphasizing the psychological toll and erosion of legal protections for trans people in the UK.

From media myths to grassroots resistance, this is a call to action: resist, organize, support one another, and push back against a growing wave of ableism and transphobia.

• Transphobia in State and Media: Media’s complicity in pushing gender-critical ideology and exclusionary narratives.
• Healthcare Access & Censorship: The Cass and Sullivan reviews as state-sanctioned mechanisms to restrict care.
• Disability Rights & Welfare Cuts: Harsh critiques of Labour’s and Tory policies on PIP, universal credit, and NHS reforms.
• Intersectionality: Being trans, disabled, neurodivergent – how multiple identities face compounded marginalisation.
• Activism & Mutual Aid: Highlighting protests by Crips Against Cuts and DPAC; the importance of mutual care networks.

Ashleigh Talbot – Co-founder of What The Trans?!, journalist, activist, disabled trans woman living with MS.

Bex Foulsham - non-binary trans woman who is a member of the Liberal Democrats and campaigner

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FIND MORE ABOUT WHAT THE TRANS?!: https://whatthetrans.com/

SIGN PETITION ON THE SUPREME COURT RULING: https://www.change.org/p/overturn-the-uk-s-new-legal-definition-of-a-woman

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Economic and Policy Impacts on Disabled People: A Conversation with Robert Buckland

In this episode of DisElectAbility, the Disability Politics Podcast, host Aar Jae/Eira-Auri Williams engages in a detailed discussion with Robert Buckland, former MP and cabinet minister, focusing on disability and autism policies in the UK. They explore the economic policies over the past 15 years, the impact of austerity on disabled people, and Buckland's work with the autism employment review. Buckland also shares his personal connection to autism, insights from his political career, and perspectives on current political challenges and government actions. The episode emphasises the need for improved support, inclusivity, and policy reform to better meet the needs of disabled people in the UK.

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episode content:

00:00 Introduction to Electability Podcast

00:49 Overview of British Politics and Disability

02:23 Economic Policies and Their Impact on Disabled People

06:38 Political Activism and Social Media

13:41 Interview with Robert Buckland

14:07 Robert Buckland's Political Journey and Autism Advocacy

18:38 Challenges and Achievements in Autism Support

25:15 Reflections on Government Policies and Future Directions

57:13 Closing Remarks and Future Episodes

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Exploring Dissociative Identity Disorder and Little Space with Raz

In this episode, the host Eira Auri (Autisticly Aar) discusses the intricate and often misunderstood mental health condition Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) previously recognsied as multiple personality disorder with guest Raz, known as Little Alt Space on Instagram.

Raz shares personal experiences of living with DID, the complexities of different alters, and the challenges of navigating relationships and daily life including how her DID impacts on her skills and abilities exploring what it means to experience age-regression with alters in the system.

The conversation also delves into the significance of regression, Little Space, and ABDL (Adult Baby Diaper Lover) as coping mechanisms linked to childhood trauma. Raz talks about the comfort and safety found in little items like pacifiers and diapers, as well as how these items aid in managing sensory sensitivities and are essential with the trauma healing journey she has embarked to nurture the needs of her inner-child.

The episode underscores the importance of understanding and compassion towards those with DID and related neurodivergent conditions such as autism and ADHD.

This podcast episode is recommended to an audience of 18+, This podcast includes references to trauma childhood, childhood trauma and possible references to self-harm

Find more about D.I.D: https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/dissociation-and-dissociative-disorders/dissociative-disorders/

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/HMWcAcXjNmw?si=pJ0P3-c5DRcimkvw

read the podcast interview: https://www.neurorainbowproject.com/rainbow-reads/deep-dive-into-did

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Episode Rundown

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast

00:31 Exploring Nonbinary Identity

00:56 Podcast Focus and Themes

01:54 Understanding Neurodivergent Experiences

07:56 Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) Explained

15:00 Impact of DID on Relationships

18:53 Coping with DID and Age Regression

20:22 Exploring DID and Age Regression

22:23 Social Media and Little Space

24:42 Linking DID with ADHD and Autism

27:09 Sensory Comforts and Regression

27:57 Collecting Little Items

30:07 Understanding DID and Integration

38:59 ABDL and Non-Sexual Regression

40:16 Challenges and Coping Mechanisms

44:14 Final Thoughts and Reflections

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