In this episode of Unfiltered, listen to conversations about disability with Wes and Leticia, professionals from the city of Belmont, diving into various aspects from personal experiences, travel difficulties, to dating. The discussion also explores their experiences with employment and their views on depiction of disability in the media. Leticia, a senior digital content editor and amputee, and Wes, a digital accessibility analyst, shed light on their lives, the hardships they've faced, and how they think society's view towards disability needs to evolve.

In this episode of the Unfiltered series, host Claire interviews Justin and Kyle, two entrepreneurial young men with disabilities who run their own microenterprises. Justin runs a lawn care business and advocates for affordable services for low-income individuals while facing competitive challenges. Kyle runs his coffee business and shares how he battled societal stereotypes to prove that disabilities do not hinder entrepreneurship. They discuss the ups and downs of running a business, the importance of advocacy, and the challenges and rewards of being their own bosses. They also talk about their involvement in councils to foster better understanding and inclusion for people with disabilities, with efforts directed towards changing perspectives and attitudes within the community and beyond.

Join host Claire on Unfiltered as she invites Charlotte, John and Rita for an insightful conversation about disability, advocacy, and the language surrounding it. Through personal anecdotes and lived experiences, the participants address myths about disabilities and how it influences their work and personal lives. They discuss their perspectives on self-identification, either as 'disabled' or 'a person with a disability', and the importance of individual choice in this matter. The conversation further delves into disability advocacy and the motivation behind it, with two of the participants sharing their experiences in championing for disability rights. The discussion concludes with a profound takeaway message encouraging the recognition of abilities over disabilities and the importance of nurturing one's passions and dreams.