Hello everyone,

Welcome to our first podcast episode exploring the connection between disability and the world of work. In this episode, we share personal journeys, experiences, and insights from people with disabilities as they navigate employment, the workplace, and advocacy.

From challenges and barriers to success stories and opportunities, each episode will feature meaningful conversations about the issues people with disabilities face every day. Our goal is to raise awareness, promote inclusion, and amplify the voices of people with disabilities through honest and engaging discussions.

We would love to hear your thoughts. Please feel free to share your feedback on this episode and let us know what topics you would like us to cover in future episodes. Thank you for listening and supporting our podcast! 🎙️♿ —

The 2 Voices 1 Mission Podcast Team

Reid Davenport is an award-winning documentary filmmaker joining us today to discuss his film Life After. His work focuses on disability rights, accessibility, and social justice, using documentary storytelling to highlight lived experiences and challenge common assumptions.

He has directed and produced several acclaimed, award-winning documentaries throughout his career. His films are recognized for their thoughtful, personal approach and their ability to bring underrepresented perspectives to wider audiences.

Reid was named to DOC NYC’s “40 Under 40,” honoring emerging filmmakers making a significant impact in documentary film. He earned his Master of Fine Arts in Documentary Film and Video from Stanford University in 2016, where he developed his foundation in storytelling and filmmaking.

Guest Speakers: MinhChau and CJ O'Brain

Join us for a discussion featuring Brendan Klein as he shares his employment journey, how he got his hands dirty and gained real-world work experience, and how to decide whether employment is the right path for you.

The conversation will include personal insights, lessons learned, challenges overcome, and the benefits of meaningful employment.

Join us for a thoughtful conversation featuring Brendan Klein, as he reflects on his employment journey and what he has learned through real-world work experiences. This episode explores building skills, gaining confidence, and growing through both challenges and successes in the workplace.

We also take a closer look at an important question many people face: how do you decide if employment is the right path for you? Brendan shares honest reflections and practical insights from his own journey.