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In this wrap-up discussion episode of Super Adaptables, hosts Corey "Pheez" Lee and Jonathan Sigworth reflect on the month's deep dive into the U.S. social safety net system and its impact on the disability community. They share personal experiences and highlight community voices to underscore the critical role of programs like Medicaid, SSDI, and SNAP in achieving equity, independence, and the American Dream. This episode closes out January’s theme and sets the stage for next month’s focus on the Veterans Administration.
This year on Super Adaptables, we’re diving deep into social safety net programs - a new topic each month with weekly episodes - exploring how they function, their challenges, and their impact on all our lives. 🎙️Hosts: 🎤 Jonathan Sigworth – C7 quadriplegic, More Than Walking CEO 🎤 Corey “Pheez” Lee – C4 quadriplegic, More Than Walking Peer Mentor Coordinator, Hip Hop artist 🔹 Join the Conversation 📩 Sign up for our newsletter & Zoom events: https://www.morethanwalking.com/register 🎧 Listen on your favorite podcast platform or YouTube – Search "More Than Walking" or "Super Adaptables" 🔹 Get Involved in Disability Advocacy 🤝 Connect with advocacy organizations: https://bit.ly/MTWAdvocacyNetwork 📢 Share this podcast with friends (email template): https://bit.ly/ShareSuperAdaptables 🔹 Disclaimer The views expressed on this podcast are those of individual speakers and do not necessarily reflect those of More Than Walking. Super Adaptables is made possible in part by a grant from the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation’s National Paralysis Resource Center. The information provided and opinions expressed in these podcasts do not necessarily reflect the views of the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation. For more information about the Foundation’s National Paralysis Resource Center visit www.christopherreeve.org.
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Social Safety Nets (4/5): Preserving Them in Connecticut (or your state) - Super Adaptables 1/23/251/23/2025 In this BONUS expert discussion episode of Super Adaptables, hosts Corey and Jonathan speak with Carol Scully (Director of Advocacy at The Arc Connecticut) about the pressing challenges and opportunities facing the state’s disability safety net. The conversation dives deep into Connecticut’s legislative landscape, exploring topics such as Medicaid funding, housing access, SSI policy changes, and the broader implications of federal policy shifts on the disability community.
This year on Super Adaptables, we’re diving deep into social safety net programs - a new topic each month with weekly episodes - exploring how they function, their challenges, and their impact on all our lives. 🎙️Hosts: 🎤 Jonathan Sigworth – C7 quadriplegic, More Than Walking CEO 🎤 Corey “Pheez” Lee – C4 quadriplegic, More Than Walking Peer Mentor Coordinator, Hip Hop artist 🔹 Join the Conversation 📩 Sign up for our newsletter & Zoom events: https://www.morethanwalking.com/register 🎧 Listen on your favorite podcast platform or YouTube – Search "More Than Walking" or "Super Adaptables" 🔹 Get Involved in Disability Advocacy 🤝 Connect with advocacy organizations: https://bit.ly/MTWAdvocacyNetwork 📢 Share this podcast with friends (email template): https://bit.ly/ShareSuperAdaptables 🔹 Disclaimer The views expressed on this podcast are those of individual speakers and do not necessarily reflect those of More Than Walking. Super Adaptables is made possible in part by a grant from the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation’s National Paralysis Resource Center. The information provided and opinions expressed in these podcasts do not necessarily reflect the views of the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation. For more information about the Foundation’s National Paralysis Resource Center visit www.christopherreeve.org. In this expert discussion episode of Super Adaptables, hosts Corey "Pheez" Lee and Jonathan Sigworth, joined by Josh Basile (founder of Determined2Heal/SPINALpedia), Heather Miller (Certified Benefits Counselor from SPINALpedia), Tom Wade, and Joe Short (both peer advocates at Independence Northwest), examine the real-life impact of programs like Medicaid, Medicare, SSI, SSDI, and school meal assistance, especially for people with disabilities, and discuss how outdated policies create barriers to independence and employment.
This year on Super Adaptables, we’re diving deep into social safety net programs - a new topic each month with weekly episodes - exploring how they function, their challenges, and their impact on all our lives. 🎙️Hosts: 🎤 Jonathan Sigworth – C7 quadriplegic, More Than Walking CEO 🎤 Corey “Pheez” Lee – C4 quadriplegic, More Than Walking Peer Mentor Coordinator, Hip Hop artist 🔹 Join the Conversation 📩 Sign up for our newsletter & Zoom events: https://www.morethanwalking.com/register 🎧 Listen on your favorite podcast platform or YouTube – Search "More Than Walking" or "Super Adaptables" 🔹 Get Involved in Disability Advocacy 🤝 Connect with advocacy organizations: https://bit.ly/MTWAdvocacyNetwork 📢 Share this podcast with friends (email template): https://bit.ly/ShareSuperAdaptables 🔹 Disclaimer The views expressed on this podcast are those of individual speakers and do not necessarily reflect those of More Than Walking. Super Adaptables is made possible in part by a grant from the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation’s National Paralysis Resource Center. The information provided and opinions expressed in these podcasts do not necessarily reflect the views of the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation. For more information about the Foundation’s National Paralysis Resource Center visit www.christopherreeve.org. In this community discussion episode of Super Adaptables, we kick off a new series on social safety nets and their impact on people with disabilities. Guests share personal experiences with programs like Medicaid, Social Security, and vocational rehab, highlighting both the challenges and the vital role these supports play. This conversation sets the stage for upcoming episodes with experts on how to improve and strengthen these essential systems.
This year on Super Adaptables, we’re diving deep into social safety net programs - a new topic each month with weekly episodes - exploring how they function, their challenges, and their impact on all our lives. 🎙️Hosts: 🎤 Jonathan Sigworth – C7 quadriplegic, More Than Walking CEO 🎤 Corey “Pheez” Lee – C4 quadriplegic, More Than Walking Peer Mentor Coordinator, Hip Hop artist 🔹 Join the Conversation 📩 Sign up for our newsletter & Zoom events: https://www.morethanwalking.com/register 🎧 Listen on your favorite podcast platform or YouTube – Search "More Than Walking" or "Super Adaptables" 🔹 Get Involved in Disability Advocacy 🤝 Connect with advocacy organizations: https://bit.ly/MTWAdvocacyNetwork 📢 Share this podcast with friends (email template): https://bit.ly/ShareSuperAdaptables 🔹 Disclaimer The views expressed on this podcast are those of individual speakers and do not necessarily reflect those of More Than Walking. Super Adaptables is made possible in part by a grant from the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation’s National Paralysis Resource Center. The information provided and opinions expressed in these podcasts do not necessarily reflect the views of the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation. For more information about the Foundation’s National Paralysis Resource Center visit www.christopherreeve.org. In this episode of Super Adaptables, hosts Corey “Pheez” Lee and Jonathan Sigworth explore the role of social safety nets in upholding American values and supporting people with disabilities. They discuss the history, challenges, and misconceptions surrounding programs like Medicaid, Medicare, Social Security, and affordable housing, while addressing the impact of government policies on vulnerable communities. With personal experiences and expert insights, they highlight how maintaining and improving these systems is essential for ensuring equity, accessibility, and true participation in democracy.
This year on Super Adaptables, we’re diving deep into social safety net programs - a new topic each month with weekly episodes - exploring how they function, their challenges, and their impact on all our lives. 🎙️Hosts: 🎤 Jonathan Sigworth – C7 quadriplegic, More Than Walking CEO 🎤 Corey “Pheez” Lee – C4 quadriplegic, More Than Walking Peer Mentor Coordinator, Hip Hop artist 🔹 Join the Conversation 📩 Sign up for our newsletter & Zoom events: https://www.morethanwalking.com/register 🎧 Listen on your favorite podcast platform or YouTube – Search "More Than Walking" or "Super Adaptables" 🔹 Get Involved in Disability Advocacy 🤝 Connect with advocacy organizations: https://bit.ly/MTWAdvocacyNetwork 📢 Share this podcast with friends (email template): https://bit.ly/ShareSuperAdaptables 🔹 Disclaimer The views expressed on this podcast are those of individual speakers and do not necessarily reflect those of More Than Walking. Super Adaptables is made possible in part by a grant from the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation’s National Paralysis Resource Center. The information provided and opinions expressed in these podcasts do not necessarily reflect the views of the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation. For more information about the Foundation’s National Paralysis Resource Center visit www.christopherreeve.org. |
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