Author and CODA (Child of Deaf Adults) Maria Gallucci on growing up between the Deaf and hearing worlds, and what it taught her about listening, love and connection.
What if your first language wasn’t spoken, but signed?
Multi-award-winning realtor and proud CODA (Child of Deaf Adults) Maria Gallucci joins Breen Time to share the world of her memoir Raised in Silence. Maria learned ASL (American Sign Language) before English and was interpreting for her parents from childhood. She grew up bridging two cultures and has built a life and career on inclusion. With humour and heart, we talk Deaf culture, identity and belonging, and the simple philosophy that guides her: just try.
In this episode:
A heartfelt conversation about empathy, communication, and the courage to connect across differences.
Find Maria:
Raised in Silence: https://raisedinsilence.com
Gallucci Homes: https://galluccihomes.com
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