Living with a disability costs more money. It's the harsh reality faced by people with disabilities in Canada as they navigate the challenge of a "Crip Tax" problem. This term refers to the additional expenses that individuals with disabilities incur due to their disability, which can lead to financial strain and inequality.In this episode of PWD Allies podcast, we delve into the world of accessibility and inclusivity, exploring the ways in which people with disabilities are affected by this very real issue. From higher costs of living to limited access to resources, we examine the complexities of the Crip Tax problem and what it means for Canadians with disabilities. All of government (both federal and provincial) can, and should, be doing a lot more to ease this financial burden by better respecting the full autonomy of every disabled individual.

PWD Allies podcast airs every week on YouTube, hosted by Brent Frain. ** This episode was pre-recorded and then released on January 8, 2026.

Back in 2012, disability advocate/activist Stella Young coined the term "Inspiration Porn" which is the objectifying of disabled people as models of inspiration for able-bodied people simply because they are disabled.In this episode of PWD Allies podcast, we discuss how an ableist society and ableism in government social policy still persists, and that people with disabilities must lead the way towards a better post Inspiration Porn era.PWD Allies podcast airs every week on YouTube, hosted by Brent Frain. ** This episode was pre-recorded and then released on January 24, 2026.

Disabled sex & intimacy = a cautioned tape love heart.

In this episode of PWD Allies podcast, we dive into societal perceptions of disabled couples, even within families. Neil Matheson, author of the disability memoir Daddy Bent-Legs, explores the important topic of people with disabilities deserving love and family, just like anyone else. Disabled couples wanting not only true autonomy but also an equal opportunity to become parents. It's a discussion about the rights and dignity of individuals with disabilities, and how they should be treated with respect and inclusivity. People with disabilities often face unique challenges in their personal lives, but they have the same desires and needs as everyone else, including the need for love, connection, and family. Join the conversation and let's break down the barriers that prevent people with disabilities from fully participating in life, like the BC government's spousal cap and PWD clawback policy which financially punishes disabled couples.

This PWD Allies podcast episode was pre-recorded on January 19th and later released on January 20th, 2026.