This episode of the SLO Equity Podcast recognizes Disability Pride Month through conversations about access, inclusion, employment, and belonging.

We begin with Jennifer Chassman Browne, disability advocate, writer, and speaker for Diversity Coalition's upcoming Disabilities 101: Access, Awareness, and Community event. Jennifer shares her own lived experience with disability, reflects on the meaning of Disability Pride, discusses recent federal disability policy changes, and introduces her upcoming book, See Us, Know Us, which highlights the diverse experiences of people with disabilities through personal stories.

We also hear from Andrea Wasko, local business owner whose company has intentionally created employment opportunities for people with disabilities. As she prepares to transition the business,Connoisseur Cre ...