Ability Radio

Ability Radio

Disability Rights Center of the Virgin Islands

Episodes 71
Avg. Duration 27m
Activity Highly Active
Since Mar 2023
Latest Episode Apr 2026

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Schedule
Every 2 Weeks
Format
Episodic
Consistency
3%
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About This Podcast

Ability Radio is a program of the Disability Rights Center of the Virgin Islands to promote a more inclusive Virgin Islands. Ability Radio brings you information on healthcare, art, culture, education and current affairs.

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Recent Episodes

Disability Rights & Modern Media - Episode 71 with Rebekah Kubla

Apr 22, 2026 25m Transcript

Host Amelia Headly Lamont interviews Rebekah Kubla, communications manager at the Disability Rights Center of the Virgin Islands, about her role since joining in 2023. They discuss social media…

S2E70 Science, Healing, and History - Episode 70 with Rudean Leinaeng, Author and Scientist

Dec 17, 2025 26m Transcript

Amelia Headly Lamont interviews Rudean Leinaeng, a chemist, college professor, and author, about her life in science, her teaching and research (including work on lead in Bronx Zoo animals), and a…

Strengthening Nonprofits from Grants to Growth - Episode 69 with Yvonne Peterson, Executive Director of the Beyond Visions Foundation

Nov 24, 2025 26m Transcript

Host Amelia Hedley-Lemond interviews Yvonne Peterson, executive director of Beyond Visions Foundation, about her decades of nonprofit leadership, grant writing and training, and efforts to build…

Employers & Disability: Practical Tools for Hiring and Return-to-Work - Episode 68 with DRCVI's Archie and Shammi

Nov 14, 2025 27m Transcript

Archie Jennings and Shammi Carr discuss National Disability Employment Awareness Month, explaining employer-focused resources such as ODEP, JAN, EARN, and EEOC guidance on reasonable accommodation…

Saving Lives in the Virgin Islands - Episode 67 with Cancer Support VI

Nov 07, 2025 26m Transcript

This episode features Cancer Support VI's Barb Michaud (President/CEO), Anna Holley (Director of Operations), and patient advocate Anique Harrigan discussing Pinktober awareness events, community…

The Importance of Community Collaboration and Creating a Space for Agencies to Share Resources - Episode 66 with Dr. Juan Christian of Tutu Park Mall

Oct 30, 2025 26m Transcript

Attorney Kishma B. Francis speaks with Dr. Juan Christian about Tutu Park Mall’s “Community Connectivity” efforts, and the importance of community collaboration and creating a space for agencies to…

Self-Care for Parents & Teachers - Episode 65 with Dr. Muria Nisbett & Destiny Samuels

Oct 23, 2025 26m Transcript

Dr. Muria Nisbett and Destiny Samuels speak about intentional self-care, mental health awareness, and practical strategies to prevent burnout — from daily small practices and respite for caregivers…

Waves Ahead: Rebuilding Resilience for Puerto Rico - Episode 64 with Wilfred Labiosa

Oct 08, 2025 27m Transcript

Wilfred Labiosa, CEO of Waves Ahead, discusses building community-based mental health and support services, including housing, for older adults and the LGBT community across Puerto Rico. He explains…

The Texas Civil Rights Project, Building a Social Justice Movement - Episode 63 with Guest Jim Harrington

Oct 03, 2025 26m Transcript

Host Amelia Headley-Lamont talks with Jim Harrington, founder of theTexas Civil Rights Project, about his new memoir and decades of organizing and litigation for farmworkers, students, people with…

Inside the ADA Trainer Leadership Network - Episode 62 with Guest Lawanda Cook, PhD, CRC

Sep 19, 2025 26m Transcript

In this episode, Archie Jennings, Esq., talks with Lawanda Cook, PhD, CRC, Senior Extension Associate at Cornell’s Yang Tan Institute and content specialist for the Northeast ADA Center. They explain…

ADA and Accessibility Initiatives - Episode 61 with Guest Julien Henley, USVI ADA Coordinator

Jul 28, 2025 26m Transcript

Host Archie Jennings, the Director of Advocacy, covers the Americans with Disabilities Act 35th Anniversary in a conversation with the Honorable Julien Henley, the Territorial ADA Coordinator,…

Navigating Mental Healthcare in the Virgin Islands - Episode 60 with Guest Dr. Ramona Moss

Jul 23, 2025 24m Transcript

Join hosts Dawn Dyer and Attorney Archie Jennings from the Disability Rights Center of the Virgin Islands as they welcome Dr. Ramona Moss, Chair of the U.S. Virgin Islands Board of Psychology…

A Safer Future with the VI Justice Initiative - Episode 59 with Guest Casey Payton. Esq.

Jul 11, 2025 26m Transcript

Dawn Dyer hosts Casey Payton, Executive Director of the VI Justice Initiative, to discuss how this innovative nonprofit is providing crucial legal support across the territory, from the successful…

The Legacy of Ione Davis (Part 2 of 2) : The Civil Rights Era to Present Day - Episode 55 with Guest and Author Paula Whatley Matabane

Jul 10, 2025 26m Transcript

(Part 2 of 2) In this engaging episode of Ability Radio, host Amelia Headley-LaMont welcomes Paula Whatley Matabane, a retired professor from Howard University and an ordained elder in the African…

All About Accessible Technology - Episode 58 with Guest Gerad Evelyn of VIUCEDD

Jul 01, 2025 24m Transcript

Amelia Hedley-Lamont introduces Gerad Evelyn, an assistive technology specialist at the Virgin Islands University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (VIUCEDD), which serves a broader…

ABLE, Mental Health Services, and ADA challenges - Episode 57 with Guest Archie Jennings

Jun 13, 2025 27m Transcript

Amelia Headly-LaMont is joined by Archie Jennings, the Director of Advocacy at the Disability Rights Center of the Virgin Islands, to discuss information relevant to the disability community,…

Generational Synergy: Art and Stories - Episode 56 with Guests Elisa McKay and Pedra Chaffers

Jun 06, 2025 26m Transcript

Amelia Headley-Lamont from the Disability Rights Center of the Virgin Islands and two pioneering artists, Elisa McKay and Pedra Chaffers, who showcased their two-woman art exhibition "Fabric and…

The Legacy of Ione Davis (Part 1 of 2) : Slavery to Civil Rights - Episode 54 with Guest and Author Dr. Paula Whatley Matabane

May 23, 2025 26m Transcript

(Part 1 of 2) Join Amelia Headley LaMont on Ability Radio as she engages in a profound conversation with Dr. Paula Whatley Matabane, exploring the compelling life story of her grandmother, Ione…

Digital Danger: Technology - Facilitated Sexual Assault - Episode 53 with Guest Simona Thomas

May 07, 2025 26m Transcript

Join host Kishma B. Francis for the crucial topic of technology-facilitated sexual assault with special guest Ms. Simona Thomas, an expert in education and psychology. This conversation sheds light…

Navigating Grief: Effects on Children and Adults - Episode 52 with Guests Dr. Muria Nisbett and Destiny Samuel

Apr 04, 2025 27m Transcript

Host Kishma B. Francis and guests Dr. Muria Nisbett, and Destiny Samuel discuss grief by sharing personal stories and advice on how grief impacts children and adults. They explore various types of…

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How many episodes does Ability Radio have?

Ability Radio has published 71 episodes since March 2023, covering topics in Kids & Family, Parenting.

Is Ability Radio still active?

Ability Radio is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 27m.

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