A Wheelie Good Chat
Sam Cole
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About This Podcast
A Wheelie Good Chat is hosted by me, Sam Cole. I dive into real-life experiences of living with a physical disability.
With raw honesty and a touch of humour, I explore everything from daily challenges to societal assumptions, shining a light on the stories that often go unheard.
Each episode features open conversations and reflections that aim to break barriers, challenge the norm and inspire more inclusive thinking, one chat at a time.
Follow along on Instagram: @awheeliegoodchat | @sam.bamalama
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43. Stigma, Support & Speaking Up with Josef Bandera
Some conversations are polite. This one is useful.I’m joined by Josef Bandera, a Perth-based author and disability advocate, to talk about what inclusion and disability rights actually look like in…
42. Whose Voice Is Being Centred?
I reflect on a tragic event that occurred in Western Australia earlier this year, and the way stories like this are reported.This isn’t about speculation or assigning blame. Instead, it’s a…
41. You Are Not a Burden
The new year can sparkle and still hurt. In this episode, I talk about loneliness during festive disruption, moving to person-led support, and unlearning internalised ableism shaped by growing up…
40. Consent Isn’t Awkward
This final episode of the year is a reflective conversation about consent and why it matters in everyday life.I talk about how physical touch, especially hugging, is often automatic and well…
39. Redesigning Roles Around Strengths
What if the problem isn’t you, but the job description you’re trying to squeeze into? In this episode, I open up about what happens when we stop forcing ourselves to fit rigid roles and start shaping…
38. Catching My Breath, and Catching You Up
Ever cheered loudly for someone else’s milestone and then wondered why your own path feels slow? In this catch-up, I open up about taking a pause after three emotional episodes with my mum,…
37. Part 3 - Mum & Me: Independence, Resilience, and What Comes Next with Di Jones
In the final part of this three-part series, Mum and I reflect on our 24-year journey navigating disability, independence, and the future ahead. What began with a health scare that pushed us to…
36. Part 2 - Mum & Me: Teenage Angst, Brain Surgery, and Finding Our Way with Di Jones
Moving from a small country town to a massive Perth high school was life-changing for me, but not in a good way. I went from being “Sam” to “just the chick in the wheelchair,” and the isolation hit…
35. Part 1 - Mum & Me: Navigating Our Early Days of Change with Di Jones
What happens when a mother’s role changes overnight? In this heartfelt episode, I’m joined by my mum, Di, as we reflect on my sudden onset of dystonia at age eight and how it reshaped our family.Mum…
34. When the Future Feels Fragile
In this vulnerable episode, I open up about the emotional and practical challenges of ageing with a disability. From fears of physical decline and lack of medical answers, to the deep anxiety of one…
33. Same App, Different Struggles with Sophie Brewer
In this episode, I sit down with my friend Sophie to chat about our very different experiences on dating apps, me as a woman with a disability, and her as an able-bodied woman.From hiding my…
32. Dear Younger Me (plus an update…)
Have you ever wondered what you’d tell your younger self if you could? In this deeply personal episode, I read a letter to my younger self; the girl still fighting against her disability, feeling out…
31. SOLO: Digital Validation Trap
Ever deleted a post because it didn’t get enough likes? Or found yourself doomscrolling at 1am? Yeah, same.In this solo episode, I dive into how social media messes with our heads: from the trap of…
30. Being Present But Unseen with Asha Callaghan
What happens when you’re invisible in your own conversations?In this raw and honest chat, I sit down with my friend Asha to unpack the frustrating experience of being ignored or spoken over simply…
29. SOLO: PMDD - The Unspoken Challenge
In this solo episode, I open up about living with Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD), a condition that goes far beyond mood swings. I share how it affects my mental health, daily life and…
28. Seeing is Believing
Growing up with dystonia, I rarely saw authentic disability representation in the media. In this episode, Joel and I reflect on the shift toward more inclusive portrayals and celebrate changemakers…
27. Sammy Wrapped
What if you found out you had an extra rib and a third kidney? In this lighthearted wrap-up episode, Joel and I reflect on a year of growth, strange medical surprises, and personal wins, including…
26. Redefining Respect in Medical Spaces
Through honest stories and reflections, Joel and I open up about disability, healthcare and the importance of being heard. We explore how my health needs differ from those of able-bodied people and…
25. The Joy of Tech in Everyday Life
In this episode, Joel and I dive into how technology is transforming life with a disability. From smart homes and voice assistants like Alexa to adaptive tools that make everyday tasks easier, we…
24. A Wheelie Fun Chat
Would you rather fight 20 duck-sized horses or one horse-sized duck? In this light-hearted episode, Joel and I take a break from the heavy stuff and answer some classic icebreaker questions that…
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A Wheelie Good Chat has published 45 episodes since November 2022, covering topics in Documentary, Personal Journals.
A Wheelie Good Chat is currently moderate with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 23m.
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