Dis-labled - Community Focus Arts Radio
Welcome to Dis-labled, the magazine show that amplifies voices, challenges stereotypes, and celebrates ability over disability. We're here to break barriers, share stories, and remind the world that we are more than labels. It's time to listen, learn, and redefine what's possible.
Community Focus is an inclusive arts centre for adults and young people with additional needs, including learning, physical, mental health, and autism. Serving the London Borough of Barnet community since 1978.
Episodes
36 episodes
Ep 35: Interview with Ben Wilson and Who is Lightbulb Man?
In this episode, we catch up on how everyone’s been doing and chat with Ben Wilson—a creative writing and drama tutor. Ben also happens to be the mastermind behind our spooky soap opera, 45 Nowhere Street.And finally, we ...
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Episode 35
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Ep 34: Don't Patronise Me – How It Feels and What We’d Say Back
In this episode, we talk about being patronised—how it makes us feel and what we would say to those who have patronised us in the past. Listen carefully—you might learn something! You could be patronising others without...
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Episode 34
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Ep 33: Perils of the Internet, Pt. 2 of 45 Nowhere St and Ruby's Talking Tale
Greetings to all our fans! In this episode, we present the second episode of our brand-new spooky soap opera, 45 Nowhere Street. We discuss the impact the internet has had on our lives, both good and bad.We also listen to...
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Episode 33
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Ep 32: Premiere of 45 Nowhere St, What is ASMR? & an Adaptive Clothing Range
In this episode, we premiere our brand-new spooky soap opera, 45 Nowhere Street. We explore what we would all do if we were queen or king for a day.We also feature an article on the growing phenomenon of ASMR<...
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Episode 32
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Ep 31: Talking Tales Debut, Unusual Hobbies & Block Puzzle App Review
In this episode, we catch up with the fabulous Dis-labled crew and find out what we enjoy watching on TV. We chat about some unusual hobbies, Carol reviews an app called Block Puzzle, and we debut the first of our brand...
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Episode 31
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Ep 30: Unmasking Anxiety, Carol's Poem & Finch App Review
In this episode, we open up about anxiety, and share the tools and strategies we use to overcome it.We also dive into some of Carol's creative projects, including a poem about a wealthy man disguising himself as a poor m...
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Episode 30
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Ep 29: Drama, Headlines, and Hangouts
In this episode, we talk about what we've been up to this week and find out if any of us have ever been on the stage.We also share our reactions to a recent newspaper article written about us and chat about our favourite places to go out...
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Episode 29
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Ep 28: Happy New Year! How are we all feeling?
In this episode, we talk about how we're feeling at the start of the New Year, chat about the Superloop bus, share some good news, and interview project manager Flo about her job. It's a mix of motivation, conversation, and creativity,...
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Episode 28
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Ep 27: A Visit to Chickenshed Theatre Company
This week, we took a break from our usual show to visit the amazing Chickenshed Theatre Company, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary.We got a special tour, went behind the scenes, and met some of the fantastic team who make ...
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Episode 27
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Ep 26: Girls Takeover Part 2: Girls, Periods & Breaking the Silence with Dr. Dhavale
In Part 2 of these very special episodes, the girls are taking over the podcast!In this episode, we're joined by our special guest, Dr Dhavale, to discuss women's health. If you're affected by anything you hear today or would like to exp...
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Episode 26
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Ep 26: Girls Takeover Part 1: Work Dreams, Disability Masking & Fidget Toys
In Part 1 of these very special episodes, the girls are taking over the podcast!We hear from those of us who work and explore the kinds of jobs we'd love to have when we're ready to start our careers. We discuss new slang, the exhaustio...
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Episode 26
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Ep 25: LOTNA, Anxiety Apps, Chats and Singing Cats!
In this episode, Jonathan talks about his LOTNA group, which stands for The League of the Non-Aligned – a social group of sci-fi fans based in London who enjoy all forms of sci-fi and cult TV.He also discusses the LOTNA board ga...
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Episode 25
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Ep 24: Poems, Cats & Cinema Chats
In this episode Carol dives into her writing process, sharing the inspiration she draws from crafting poems, while we reveal exciting news about our upcoming radio soap and enjoy a quirky weather report from Havva. Later, we discuss the challen...
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Episode 24
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Ep 23: No Labels Please, How to Keep Fit & Babak Sings!
In this episode, we discuss how we feel about labels (and being labeled), talk about keeping fit, and share tips on finding the perfect gym to get you moving. Then—hold onto your headphones—as Babak sings—yes, you heard that right! And finally,...
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Episode 23
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Ep 22: An Autism Diagnosis, New National Days & Shopping Experiences
In this episode, we interview our newest member, Carol, and chat about National Days—plus, we choose what we would make into a national celebration! Phill tells some jokes, and we share our experiences, both good and bad, from our shopping trip...
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Episode 22
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Ep 21: Holiday Special - A Choir is Born!
In our final holiday episode, we're thrilled to introduce our brand-new CF choir, guided by our wonderful singing teacher, Sarah. We'll be diving into some fabulous songs, including True Colours and A Million Dreams, while als...
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Episode 21
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Ep 20: We Celebrate South Asian Heritage Month with Barnet Asian Women’s Association (BAWA)
Celebrating South Asian Heritage Month with BAWA: enjoying traditional clothing, Bollywood dancing, crafts, & interviews highlighting cultural unity.Project Managers: Andrea Rai & Phil PowellEditor: Phil Powell
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Episode 20
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Ep 19: Holiday Special - Holidays with a Disability, JollyDays & Guess Who?
Join us for another Summer Holiday special as we welcome back our favorite holiday podcasters! In this episode, we're diving into the unique experiences of going on holiday with a disability, sharing creative ideas for making the most out of st...
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Episode 19
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Ep 18: Holiday Special - Overcoming Disabilities, Ruby's Hearing Aids & Would You Rather?
In this Summer holiday special, we welcome back our holiday podcasters along with two new recruits, Becky and Ruby! We discuss how we overcome our disabilities, we visit Richard's hilarious joke corner, hear Ruby talk about her amazing hearing ...
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Episode 18
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Ep 17: Holiday tips, TV Theme Tunes, a Time Machine & a Quiz
Despite Havva's song for the cup final not hitting the mark, we're still in high spirits. In this episode, we share holiday tips, take on a TV theme tune challenge, and imagine where we’d go if we had a time machine. We also enjoy an end-of-ter...
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Episode 17
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Ep 16: Incredible Ivan, Goofing Around & Tantalising Tongue Twisters
In this episode, we have a very special guest: one of our fabulous tutors, Ivan. We discuss National Goof-Off Day, tackle some tantalising tongue twisters, and hear about a cat that disappeared over 10,000 years ago!Project Managers: And...
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Episode 16
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Ep 15: A Lost and Found Cat & Autistic Artist Stephen Wiltshire
In this episode we talk about education, a lost and found cat, and find out about an amazing architectural artist called Stephen Wiltshire!Project Managers: Andrea Rai, James Corley, & Phil PowellEditor: Phil Powell
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Episode 15
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Ep 14: Holiday Special - How we are Treated in Public, Broken Pavements & True or False
In this holiday episode, we welcome a fresh crop of podcasters! We discuss the treatment of people with additional needs, visit Richard's joke corner, share stories about accidents on broken pavements, play a true or false quiz, and generally h...
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Episode 14
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Ep 13: Mayor of Barnet Interview Special - Live from Hendon Town Hall
This is a very special edition of Podcast Club as we are now one year old. To celebrate we're at Hendon Town Hall to meet the Mayor of Barnet, councillor Nagus Narenthira. We're getting an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the mayoralty, we'r...
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Episode 13
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Ep 12: Politicians, Remi's Life-Changing Accident, YouTube & Losing Things
In this episode, the podcasters discuss a myriad of topics, starting with the upcoming general election. Havva provides a weather report, while Remi tells us about her YouTube channel, shedding light on her latest endeavors and creative pursuit...
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Episode 12
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