in this episode of Living My Best Disabled Life, Olivia is joined by Erin Field a C5/6 quadriplegic, disability advocate, and future trauma therapist. Erin shares the story behind The 10%, a new community app designed to help disabled people connect, share resources, and support one another. Together, they discuss the power of peer connection, the realities of life after injury, and why building community matters.Follow Erin on Instagram: @erin.fieldd

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Olivia Murphy sits down with Whitney Bailey, disability advocate and former host of Spastic Chatter, to talk about her journey in the disability community. Whitney shares how she navigates online negativity, embraces support without shame, and uses her background in rehabilitation services to empower herself and others.

This episode dives into how advocacy, mindset shifts, and education helped Whitney build a life rooted in confidence, connection, and purpose.

in this episode of Living My Best Disabled Life, I sit down with Cassidy Huff—actress, voice-over artist, best-selling author, and disability rights activist. Cassidy shares how she uses storytelling, social media, and performance to challenge stereotypes and advocate for authentic disability representation in the entertainment industry.

We talk about everything from navigating the spotlight as a disabled creator to the power of using your voice—both literally and figuratively—to create meaningful change. Cassidy’s passion, humor, and honesty shine as she reflects on her journey and what drives her to keep showing up for her community.

In the season premiere of Living My Best Disabled Life, host Olivia Murphy sits down with disability advocate and eating disorder recovery coach Jayne Mattingly. As the CEO of Recovery Love and Care and founder of The AND Initiative, Jayne is dedicated to supporting individuals with chronic illness and physical disabilities. She also explores the emotional and psychological journey of living in a changing body in her book, Body Grief.

In this episode, Olivia and Jayne discuss:
✅ The concept of body grief and how it impacts the disabled community
✅ The intersection of disability and eating disorder recovery
✅ Jayne’s journey as an advocate and the mission behind The AND Initiative
✅ Practical advice for navigating self-acceptance and healing

Tune in for an empowering conversation about resilience, self-love, and redefining recovery on your own terms!

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In this episode, Olivia chats with Tyler Lima-Roope, a comedy content creator from California. Tyler, known for his humorous stories on TikTok and Instagram, shares his experiences living with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Join us to hear about his journey, the challenges he faces, and how he uses a mix of humor and authenticity to connect with his audience.

In honor of Tourette's Awareness Month, I'm releasing one of the top five episodes. This episode features singer-songwriter Dylan Brady. His music is like no other artist. It's somewhere between pop and country. Diagnosed with Tourette Syndrome at the age of 13, Dylan found opportunities within his differences. He began speaking in schools all over the US and even Canada, spreading not only awareness of Tourette Syndrome but people’s differences in general, saying, “Everybody’s got something. And we have to accept ourselves and accept others, regardless of what that “something,” is.” This opened up opportunities to be on Disney Channel, work with Zac Brown Band and his Camp Southern Ground, work alongside Rascal Flatts, and so much more. Website:dylancbrady.com

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In this episode, Kaylee Bays, a pioneering wheelchair dancer from "So You Think You Can Dance," shares her remarkable journey.

Kaylee discusses the early signs of EDS before her diagnosis at 21, the impact of using a wheelchair on her dance career, and her groundbreaking experience on the show. She talks about the influence of her performance on the perception of disabled dancers, offers advice to others facing similar challenges, and shares ways the dance community can be more inclusive.

Discover how being part of the Rollettes dance team has shaped her personal and professional growth and changed perceptions of wheelchair dancing. Kaylee also reveals upcoming projects, her mentoring approach, and her vision for the future of disability representation in dance. Don't miss this conversation with Kaylee Bays, a true trailblazer in the dance world. follow her @slayleebays