<![CDATA[Uncomfortably Speaking]]>Changing minds. Challenging assumptions. Building belonging.

Welcome to Uncomfortably Speaking, a podcast where I invite you to join me on a journey of self-discovery as I uncover, challenge, and heal from internalized ableism. Together, we’ll question the beliefs we’ve inherited, explore the stories we’ve been told about disability and worth, and discover new ways of seeing ourselves and one another. Through honest conversations, personal reflection, and a little courage, we’ll learn that healing doesn’t come from becoming someone else—it comes from embracing who we’ve always been.

"The conversations people avoid are often the ones that matter most. Come along while we brave them with humor, quirkiness, and a whole lotta love!"

]]>www.uncomfortablyspeaking.comRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Mon, 26 Oct 2026 08:18:37 GMTWed, 08 Jul 2026 20:43:58 GMT60Shelly<h2><b>Changing minds. Challenging assumptions. Building belonging.</b></h2><p>Welcome to <b>Uncomfortably Speaking</b>, a podcast where I invite you to join me on a journey of self-discovery as I uncover, challenge, and heal from internalized ableism. Together, we’ll question the beliefs we’ve inherited, explore the stories we’ve been told about disability and worth, and discover new ways of seeing ourselves and one another. Through honest conversations, personal reflection, and a little courage, we’ll learn that healing doesn’t come from becoming someone else—it comes from embracing who we’ve always been.</p><p></p><p>"The conversations people avoid are often the ones that matter most. Come along while we brave them with humor, quirkiness, and a whole lotta love!"</p>episodicShellyshellyrohe@gmail.comno<![CDATA[S1Ep5 Lights, Camera, Action! Take One: Veleeta]]>Shelly and Veleeta DaCosta discuss their experiences in the entertainment industry, focusing on personal challenges, resilience, and disability representation. The episode emphasizes authentic storytelling, personal growth, and the importance of inclusivity in media, highlighting the evolution of industry practices and the need for genuine opportunities for all.

]]>https://uncomfortablyspeaking.com/4aad26fc-208a-44e3-80d8-6e8371640481Mon, 12 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT<p>Shelly and Veleeta DaCosta discuss their experiences in the entertainment industry, focusing on personal challenges, resilience, and disability representation. The episode emphasizes authentic storytelling, personal growth, and the importance of inclusivity in media, highlighting the evolution of industry practices and the need for genuine opportunities for all.</p>no00:35:1815S1Ep5 Lights, Camera, Action! Take One: Veleetafull<![CDATA[S1Ep4 The Momma & The Papa]]>In this episode, Shelly, along with her parents and special guests, Mary & Chuck Rohe, share their journey through disability, and the challenges of driving and transportation, highlighting the importance of resilience and adaptation.

]]>d1d015f8-6ad8-4786-af1c-3a171b98beb7Mon, 28 Sep 2026 12:44:22 GMT<p>In this episode, Shelly, along with her parents and special guests, Mary &amp; Chuck Rohe, share their journey through disability, and the challenges of driving and transportation, highlighting the importance of resilience and adaptation.</p>no00:31:2114S1Ep4 The Momma & The Papafull<![CDATA[S1Ep3 Raquel: Such Devoted Sisters]]>Raquel Johnson shares personal stories and insights about her relationship with her sister Shelly, their childhood memories, and Shelly's health journey, including her brain surgery and recovery. This episode explores resilience, family bonds, and living with internalized ableism.

]]>3faa9b82-c0ca-4bc2-b18e-a2a8542e6878Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:49:36 GMT<p>Raquel Johnson shares personal stories and insights about her relationship with her sister Shelly, their childhood memories, and Shelly's health journey, including her brain surgery and recovery. This episode explores resilience, family bonds, and living with internalized ableism.</p>no00:36:2513S1Ep3 Raquel: Such Devoted Sistersfull<![CDATA[S1Ep2 Speaking Uncomfortably ]]>In this episode, Shelly shares her personal journey with internalized ableism, the meaning of her podcast title, and her beliefs about disability. She explores how societal messages influence self-perception and the importance of speaking uncomfortably to promote understanding and growth.

]]>b5a127a8-ded9-41b1-99e2-1e385d54d0fbMon, 14 Sep 2026 12:37:25 GMT<p>In this episode, Shelly shares her personal journey with internalized ableism, the meaning of her podcast title, and her beliefs about disability. She explores how societal messages influence self-perception and the importance of speaking uncomfortably to promote understanding and growth.</p>no00:26:2312S1Ep2 Speaking Uncomfortably full<![CDATA[S1Ep1 In A Nutshell(y)]]>This is the initial introduction/teaser episode for the Uncomfortably Speaking podcast. Shelly shares her personal journey with disability, her advocacy work, and the purpose behind her podcast, focusing on internalized ableism and living authentically.

]]>829b6b7b-b9fa-4114-b103-f9f690966d32Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:25:40 GMT<p>This is the initial introduction/teaser episode for the Uncomfortably Speaking podcast. Shelly shares her personal journey with disability, her advocacy work, and the purpose behind her podcast, focusing on internalized ableism and living authentically.</p>no00:08:2111S1Ep1 In A Nutshell(y)trailer