From Code to Keynote: Winston Clements’ Journey of Purpose and Disability Advocacy

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The Not Quite Podcast

Charlie Randell

129 episodes

4 days ago

Welcome to The Not Quite Podcast, from the bold voice behind Not Quite Politically Correct. Hosted by disabled content creator, speaker, and advocate Charlie Randell, who’s spent nearly a decade challenging norms through his unapologetic brand, this interview-led podcast dives into the conversations most of us shy away from. We talk money. Addiction. Disability and discrimination. Medical drug use. Climate change. Life coaching. And everything else you're told not to bring up at the dinner table.

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From Code to Keynote: Winston Clements’ Journey of Purpose and Disability Advocacy

The Not Quite Podcast

1 hour 17 minutes 32 seconds

5 months ago

From Code to Keynote: Winston Clements’ Journey of Purpose and Disability Advocacy

In this conversation, Winston Clements shares his journey as a disability inclusion consultant, detailing his personal experiences with disability, his transition from a corporate IT career to public speaking, and the challenges he faced in navigating healthcare in the US. He discusses the impact of recent changes in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, particularly regarding disability, and emphasizes the importance of tailored approaches in workplace environments. Winston also reflects on the cultural differences between the UK and the US, particularly in terms of healthcare and societal attitudes towards disability. In this conversation, Winston Clements and Charlie Randell explore the visibility of disability within Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives, the impact of social media on disability advocacy, and the complexities of navigating relationships as individuals with disabilities. They discuss the challenges of fatherhood, the importance of representation, and the nuances of political correctness in language surrounding disability. The dialogue emphasizes the need for open conversations, understanding, and the sharing of personal experiences to foster a more inclusive society.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Winston Clements

00:46 Winston's Journey with Disability

04:43 Moving from the UK to the US

08:05 Navigating Healthcare in the US

15:22 Impact of DEI Changes in the US

21:12 Transitioning from Tech to Public Speaking

30:14 The Future of Work: Remote vs. Office

36:38 Working with Large Corporations on DEI

39:41 The Visibility of Disability in DEI

43:30 Social Media's Role in Disability Advocacy

49:26 Navigating Relationships and Disability