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Kevin and Palmi explore the complexities of diabetes management through a disability perspective, sharing personal experiences and discussing the newly recognized Type 5 diabetes linked to malnutrition.

• Different types of diabetes explained, including the rarely discussed pre-diabetic condition
• Managing diabetes through diet, especially increasing fiber intake to help regulate blood sugar
• Adapting exercise recommendations for people with mobility limitations
• How Kevin monitors blood sugar as someone with pre-diabetes
• The fascinating history of insulin discovery and how the scientists chose not to patent their life-saving discovery
• The newly classified Type 5 diabetes and its connection to malnutrition in developing countries
• Links between diabetes and other health conditions, including emerging research on dementia
• Practical strategies like proper water intake and stress management for better glucose control

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Money matters can be overwhelming for everyone, but for those navigating life with a disability, financial markets often seem doubly intimidating. What happens to your benefits if you start investing? Is trading even accessible? Can you practice without risking real money?

Today we tackle these questions head-on with practical, straightforward advice from disability advocates who understand both sides of the equation. The good news? Social Security offers a six-month grace period before investment income affects your benefits, giving you time to test trading strategies risk-free. We walk through completely free paper trading options through apps like Webull and Robinhood that let you practice with virtual money before putting a single real dollar at stake.

Beyond the basics, we explore how to read market movements, understand stock offerings, interpret financial news, and recognize market corrections versus true crashes. For the more adventurous, we even discuss advanced options like prop firms that provide trading capital to qualified individuals. Throughout the conversation runs a realistic thread – trading isn't for everyone's personality, and that's perfectly okay. The emotional rollercoaster of watching investments rise and fall isn't suitable for every temperament.

Whether you're curious about dipping your toe into penny stocks or simply want to understand how financial markets work from a disability-conscious perspective, this episode provides a judgment-free roadmap to start your journey. Have questions after listening? Reach out through our website, and we'll connect you with expert advice tailored to your situation.

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Financial independence while living with disability might seem like an impossible dream, but this episode shatters that misconception. Our guest Paul, a self-taught investor, breaks down realistic investment strategies that work even on limited disability incomes.

Starting with just $15-20 per month, Paul explains how platforms like Robinhood make investing accessible to beginners. He takes us through the pros and cons of various investment vehicles, from penny stocks (which offer quick returns but require constant attention) to cryptocurrency (highly volatile but educational for beginners). Most valuable is his breakdown of "paper trading" — a risk-free way to practice investment strategies using virtual money before committing actual funds.

For younger listeners, Paul makes a compelling case for Roth IRAs as a path to long-term wealth building. The math is startling: consistent small contributions from an early age can potentially grow to substantial retirement funds, all while being tax-advantaged in a way that particularly benefits those on fixed incomes.

Perhaps most reassuring is the confirmation that modest investment activities won't jeopardize disability benefits. As long as investment income remains below poverty-level thresholds, disabled investors can explore wealth-building without endangering their essential support systems.

Whether you're completely new to investing or looking to optimize your approach while navigating disability benefits, this episode provides practical, actionable advice from someone who's learned through experience. Ready to start your investment journey? Listen now, and discover how even limited resources can grow into meaningful financial independence.

I got a bit carried away with the last couple guests in that Palmi and I both agreed before this season to limit the time on our episodes to @30 min. This has left me with needing to edit the past couple episodes into two parts.

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