David D'Arcangelo and John Robinson talk about unification through Disability Employment. David is dedicated to assisting organizations in achieving their disability inclusion and diversity

Our Ability Podcast: Neil Milliken from Atos on Accessibility

Mar 18th, 2024 29m 53s

John Robinson and Neil talk about disability and accessibility, worldwide. Neil Milliken is the Global Head of Accessibility & Digital Inclusion at Atos, a member of the Atos Scientific Community & Atos Distinguished Expert.Neil is a leading st

A Conversation on Employment with Sandy Castilla of Albany Med

Feb 29th, 2024 21m 50s

Our Ability has a long-standing relationship with Albany Medical Center. Over the years, Albany Med has supported our Journey Along the Erie Canal, a hand cycle trip to support individuals with disabilities in upstate New York. As we have grown

Inclusion with Victor Calise of Walmart

Feb 21st, 2024 12m 21s

Our Ability is proud to talk disability inclusion with friend Victor Calise. As Director of Global Diversity, Accessibility Center of Excellence on the Belonging Team Victor spearheads disability inclusion and accessibility into every aspect of

A conversation with Linda Zhao of Pfizer

Feb 13th, 2024 21m 33s

Linda Zhao is a purpose-driven HR professional with experience in various functional areas such as talent management, operations, diversity & inclusion (EEO) and administration. Linda has strong creative problem-solving, organizational, and com

Our Ability Podcast: NY Budget, Taylor Swift, and the Death of DEI

Jan 31st, 2024 21m 15s

A reflection on where we are with the New York State budget and direct care workers. Plus a discussion on New York State efforts on digital accessibility. Finally a rant about the death of DEI. Taylor Swift and DEI are under the skin of the fa

Mai Ling Chan - Disability Entrepreneur

Jan 24th, 2024 28m 4s

Mai Ling Chan has dedicated her career to supporting disabilities and serving the community of people and businesses who focus on the disability community. As a speech-language pathologist, Mai Ling has worked to support communication in all fo

Caroline Casey and the Entrepreneurship Spirit

Jan 17th, 2024 19m 3s

Wikipedia says 'Caroline Casey is an Irish activist and management consultant.' And so much more.... Caroline Casey is also a friend of Our Ability Inc. In late-2023, John Robinson interviewed Caroline for an entrepreneurship class for student

DEI v. Bumper Stickers 'Biden is a Piece of S*$#'

Jan 11th, 2024 16m 9s

In 2024, the Our Ability Podcast, will look at diversity, equity, inclusion, and disability in our society. We will interview leaders, entrepreneurs, practitioners, and friends, to discuss disability, diversity, equity, and inclusion in 2024. I

Disability and the Human Experience: Poetry, Ableism and Stephen Kuusisto

May 9th, 2022 30m 17s

Stephen Kuusisto directs BBI’s Interdisciplinary Programs and Outreach initiative. A University Professor at Syracuse, he is the author of the memoirs Planet of the Blind (a New York Times “Notable Book of the Year”). A graduate of the Iowa Wri

Disability and the Human Experience: A Discussion with Judith Heumann

May 2nd, 2022 23m 38s

Judith Heumann is a pioneer in the disability community and was called a "Badass" by the Washington Post. The disability community needs more badasses! It's a great honor that we were able to share 30 minutes discussing disability and the hum

Disability and Human Experience: Doug Hamlin and Lynne Nicolson Part 2

Apr 25th, 2022 30m 3s

In the second part, we continue to explore aging with a disability.Doug Hamlin and Lynne Nicolson discuss physical therapy and aging with a disability. Doug Hamlin is an author, former business owner, consultant, and philanthropist. Doug is a q

Disability and Human Experience: Doug Hamlin and Lynne Nicolson Part 1

Apr 18th, 2022 29m 1s

In our second episode of disability in the human experience, Doug Hamlin and Lynne Nicolson discuss physical therapy and aging with a disability. Doug Hamlin is an author, former business owner, consultant, and philanthropist. Doug is a quadrip

Disability and the Human Experience: NY ABLE and Jenna McClosky

Apr 11th, 2022 21m 43s

Jenna McClosky the outreach coordinator for New York ABLE. Together we discussed the human experience of disability in relation to financial needs, the New York ABLE account and where we're going in the next five yearsThe NY ABLE Program is a t

Our Ability Podcast: What is Your Dream Your Team

Apr 8th, 2021 42m 13s

Our Ability talks to the “Your Dream, Your Team” group! Yourdreamyourteam.com is a website designed to be used by anyone and everyone who cares about the education, career, and financial outcomes of young people who have disabilities. It shows

Our Ability Podcast with Disability Rights New York on 2021 Agenda

Mar 26th, 2021 43m 21s

Timothy A. Clune Esq. joins John Robinson on the March 26, 2021 Our Ability Podcast. Tim became the Executive Director of Disability Rights New York on April 1, 2013. Currently DRNY has a staff of approximately 70, with offices in Albany, Brook

Bronx Independent Living: Meet Brett Eisenberg Talking Disability Business Ownership

Mar 9th, 2021 26m 8s

Our Ability talks with Brett Eisenberg from the Bronx Independent Living Services to discuss the agenda in early 2021 including COVID-19, future opportunities and especially Disability Entrepreneurship in New York State!Bronx Independent Livi

NYAIL and the 2021 NYS Legislative Session | Fair Pay for Home Care #NYLiveAtHome

Feb 16th, 2021 36m 18s

In New York State, advocates for individuals with disabilities come together on many issues. The more we talk about the issues in 2021, the more our government will listen.In this podcast we discuss fair pay for home care, living at home, NYS O

NYS Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli talks Disability Inclusion

Nov 11th, 2020 27m 25s

Comptroller DiNapoli has taken a leadership position in the disability inclusion world with hiring, the New York Able Account as well as investment strategies to leverage the ability of individuals with disabilities.Our Ability explores our dis

Disability Employment in New York City with AHRC

Sep 2nd, 2020 25m 27s

Steve Towler and Shauna Lozada of AHRC join us on the Our Ability podcast to talk about success stories in New York City with disability employment, how COVID-19 has affected disability employment today and where we can find success tomorrow. I

Let's Get to 7%: What New York State Can Do in Employment Law

Jul 30th, 2020 26m 25s

Much like the federal government implementation of Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act in 2014, New York State can follow suit and enact 7% requirements in employment. By implementing hiring levels for state contract holders and state agencie

NY ABLE and Opportunity for NY with Disabilities

Jul 22nd, 2020 17m 4s

There is an opportunity for individuals with disabilities in New York State to protect certain financial assets. The NY ABLE account is a wonderful opportunity for individuals to save. Jenna McClosky, Outreach Coordinator for NY ABLE and has b

Journey Along the Erie Canal | 1st Mile Challenge

Jul 3rd, 2020 41m 50s

Today, we talk to Jean Mackay of Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor about the inspiration for the 1st Mile Challenge and where it is going in the future. Doug Hamlin and Andrea Robinson share about why we cycle and who inspires us through

Two Poets Talking Entrepreneurship for People with Disability

Jun 18th, 2020 35m 9s

Stephen Kuusisto and Bob Herz join Our Ability's John Robinson Talking about building an entrepreneur program at Syracuse University for individuals with disabilities. As we know, individuals with disabilities are wonderful problem solver's. So

Self-Advocates: Joseph Damiano talks about connections and employment....

Jun 11th, 2020 15m 21s

Joseph reminds us to stay connected during this time of pandemic and unemployment. Through friendship, technology and self advocate groups we can connect with one another...