An Open Conversation About Disability & Accessibility In The Scene W/ Porch Cat #66

Pepe talks with Chan & Emily from Porch Cat to discuss their experiences with disability & accessibility within the folk punk community. They share personal stories about living with chronic illnesses, the assumptions people make about disabilities, & the importance of creating inclusive spaces for all. The discussion also touches on the role of bookers & venues in ensuring accessibility, the impact of capitalism on disability, & the need for open communication within the community. They also share insights on how to make shows more accessible for everyone. In closing, we play the unreleased track "Walking on knives" from Porch Cat's upcoming album.Support the podcast & get bonus episodes & goodspatreon.com/BackontheGrindExpect to learn:How disability is often invisible & misunderstoodWhy everyone will experience disability at some point in lifeWhy open communication is key to understanding accessibility needsWhat bookers & promoters can do to better work with disabled musicians & fansHow the DIY scene can do better in terms of inclusivityThe unique challenges touring poses for disabled musiciansConnect w/ Porch Cat:instagram.com/porchcat.music/?hl=enporchcat.org/Back On The Grind Records - For DIY, Folk Punk, Rap & Merch:backonthegrindrecords.bandcamp.com/musicGet Coffee for the Bandit in you (roasted by Pepe)StayFreeCoffee.comFollow the podcast on Instagraminstagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engramReach out...Send us questions, comments or topic suggestions toPodcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comLeave a comment/question on Spotify or Instagram (we read them all)***Word of mouth really matters for us. Here's two simple things you can do to help keep this podcast going strong: Share your favorite episode with a friend or two who might enjoy it.Leave a rating / review. This helps me get access to the guest you want to hear from & allows the show to reach & support more folks like you :)Stay Free,Pepe Bandit Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.