Tea with HB

Vulnerability with Shannon Barry. We discuss the vulnerable moments in our lives, from dealing with chronic illness from the age of 10, to being writers who share our stories online. Shannon is an actress and writer, and her poetry book 'In The Event This Doesn't Fall Apart' is available now!Info about the Disability Representation GapInevitable Foundation https://inevitable.foundation/thegapAcademy Award HistoryJack Thorne's Speech https://youtu.be/oxUZPMBRIPU

Lauren Child, an award winning author & illustrator (and my childhood hero) joins me to discuss her creative process, relationships, friendship heartbreak, the education system and so much more! Her newest book in the Clarice Bean Series 'Think like an Elf' is out now! Order in time for Christmas.

Connectivity. In a world where we have so much technology, connective-tea should be easy to come by! Unfortunately, many things that are able to empower and connect us, are used to divide us instead. Activist Jaylene Mbararia joins me to discuss how we can use our communities and online activism to make a change in the current political system.

Intersectionality. All minority groups interconnect, so we must all work together to dismantle the discrimination they face. 'It's discouraging to speak when nobody is listening, but that is no reason to stay silent.’

Diversability. The founder of this wonderful disabled network, Tiffany Yu, joins me to discuss disabled identity and growing up as a disabled asian woman in the United States.

Inclusivity. What does it mean to include disabled people in the Entertainment Industry? Actor & Ambassador for Disability Rights in the Arts, Melissa Johns, joins me to discuss whether disabled actors should play disabled characters, the benefits system, and her experience in this industry.

Invisibility. Invisible disabilities are even easier to discriminate against. With journalist and chronic illness activist: Jameisha Prescod!

Accountability. The reason the UK has the unhappiest children in Europe, the reason teachers', students', and parents' mental health is made worse by school. How can we make education a safer, healthier, inclusive environment? With Dr Debra Kidd, Author &Teacher.