7 Podcasts Every Parent Navigating Disability Should Know About
Some podcast recommendations for parents nagivating disability
Finding your way through the world of disability, speech, and neurodiversity can feel overwhelming at times. Between therapies, appointments, and trying to make sense of systems like the NDIS, parents don’t always have time to sit down with a long book or guide. That’s where podcasts can be a lifesaver. They offer bite-sized wisdom, stories, and support that you can listen to while driving, cooking dinner, or taking a breather.
We’ve rounded up seven of the most parent-friendly podcasts. We tried to keep it at 5, but there are just so many good ones out there that give practical tips, heartfelt stories, and a good dose of hope. These shows keep it real, avoid heavy jargon, and shine a light on the strengths and possibilities for your child and family.
Here are the Podcasts you might want to add to your playlist.
Too Peas in a Podcast
What it is: Two Aussie mums, Kate and Mandy, chat about raising kids with disabilities and additional needs. They share laughs, tears, and very real stories about family life, systems, and friendships.
Who runs it: Kate and Mandy (mums of kids with disabilities)
Country: Australia
Why you might listen to this: It’s raw, funny, and honest. Parents often say it feels like sitting with friends who “get it.”
Reasonable & Necessary: Making Sense of the NDIS
What it is: A podcast designed to help families make sense of the NDIS, with episodes on planning, funding, reviews, and rights.
Who runs it: The Summer Foundation (disability advocacy group)
Country: Australia
Why you might listen to this: The NDIS can be overwhelming. This podcast explains it in everyday language and gives practical tips from people who’ve been there.
Podcast page (Summer Foundation)
Speak My Language (Disability)
What it is: A national project sharing stories and experiences of people with disability from diverse cultural and language backgrounds.
Who runs it: Ethnic Communities Council of NSW and partners, funded by the Australian Government Department of Social Services
Country: Australia
Why you might listen to this: If your family comes from a multicultural background, this podcast offers perspectives and advice in your own language and culture.
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What it is: Paralympian Dylan Alcott and radio host Angus O’Loughlin interview people with disabilities about their lives, dreams, challenges, and successes.
Who runs it: Dylan Alcott & Angus O’Loughlin
Country: Australia
Why you might listen to this: It’s upbeat, eye-opening, and challenges stereotypes about disability. Parents often find it inspiring and relatable.
Spotify link (Spotify)
The Neurodiversity Podcast
What it is: Interviews with experts and advocates on supporting neurodivergent kids at home and at school, focusing on strengths, identity, and wellbeing.
Who runs it: Emily Kircher-Morris (U.S. educator and counsellor)
Country: U.S.
Why you might listen to this: It’s practical but uplifting, with ideas parents can try while also reframing how you see your child.
Neurotwist: A Speech Pathologist’s Journey Through Neurodiversity
What it is: Speech pathologist Emily Starling, who is also autistic, talks about therapy, life, and neurodiversity in a way that bridges personal and professional experience.
Who runs it: Emily Starling
Country: UK
Why you might listen to this: It’s a blend of lived experience and therapy insight, giving parents both reassurance and ideas that align with neuroaffirming approaches.
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/neurotwist-a-speech-pathologists-journey-through/id1675868711
The Talking DLD Podcast
What it is: Focused on Developmental Language Disorder (DLD), this podcast shares family stories, expert advice, and practical strategies for supporting children with DLD.
Who runs it: The DLD Project
Country: International (English-speaking, largely U.K. & Australia audience)
Why you might listen to this: If your child has language difficulties, this podcast gives clear explanations and concrete tips, along with stories from other families.
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