Renegades
Explore the lives of diverse, lesser-known historical figures with disabilities, exploring not only their impact on and contributions to U.S. society, but also the concept of disability culture, which honors the uniqueness of disability. Hosted and narrated by the musician and disability rights advocate Lachi.
Brad Lomax: Creating Communities of Care
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Explore Brad Lomax’s under-reported contributions to the early disability justice movement. (10m 19s)
Thomas Wiggins: Composing the Future
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The story of a composer and pianist known as one of the greatest musicians of the 19th century. (13m 31s)
Celestine Tate Harrington: Building a Legacy
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The story of a disabled street musician who fought for parental rights. (13m 3s)
Daniel K. Inouye: Life of Service
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Explore the story of the U.S. Senator for Hawai’i who championed the cause of justice and equality. (12m 41s)
Judy-Lynn del Rey: The Galaxy Gal
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Explore the story of a woman with dwarfism who revolutionized the world of science fiction writing. (12m 36s)
Kitty O'Neil: The Fastest Woman in the World
Discover "the fastest woman in the world," deaf racecar driver and daredevil Kitty O'Neil. (8m 55s)
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