PWD Allies

PWD Allies

Looking for a fun podcast about disability advocacy and inclusion? PWD Allies podcast is the best disability podcast in Canada.🍁 New episodes air LIVE! every week on YouTube. Hosted by Brent Frain.

Episodes

October 10, 2025 β€’ 73 mins

On this special episode of PWD Allies podcast, Brent Frain is winging it like a Thanksgiving turkey and taking viewer comments & questions LIVE! on air.Join us for some pre-Thanksgiving festivities and come armed with your very best comments. The whole entire episode will be devoted to you, the viewers.PWD Allies podcast airs LIVE! every week on YouTube, hosted by Brent Frain. This episode livestreamed on October 10, 2025.

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Does disability = brokenness?


Join us as we explore a sensitive and often misunderstood topic: the concept of disability and what it means to be "broken." In this thought-provoking video, we challenge societal norms and stereotypes surrounding people with disabilities, encouraging a deeper understanding and acceptance of the diverse experiences that make us human.


In this podcast episode, host Brent Frain will dive...

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Rob Shaw from CHEK News joins us LIVE! on PWD Allies podcast. Can disability advocacy be sexy?


Rob Shaw hosts the very popular podcast, Political Capital. Shaw is a political correspondent and BC legislative journalist who has been covering BC politics for over 13 years. He writes for Glacier Media and reports for CHEK News.In this episode, Rob Shaw talks about his early days in journalism, the beginnings of his Political Capita...

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John Rustad ousts Elenore Sturko and the BC Conservative party is in shambles. Politics in British Columbia are a joke but nobody should be laughing.In this video, we're discussing the latest developments in BC politics, where Rustad has taken down Sturko, leaving many to question the state of the political landscape. History repeats itself with Rustad stealing a page from premier David Eby, and Eby's own childish mishandli...

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Are landlords unfairly discriminating against people with disabilities when it comes to renting properties? This video explores the unfortunate truth behind disability discrimination in the rental market, highlighting the struggles that people with disabilities face when searching for a place to call home.PWD Allies podcast airs LIVE! every week on YouTube, hosted by Brent Frain. This episode livestreamed on September 22, 2025.

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Mary-Jean Belanger joins us on this episode of PWD Allies podcast.The British Columbia government is facing increasing pressure to address the urgent needs of people with disabilities, particularly when it comes to shelter allowance. Many individuals with disabilities are struggling to make ends meet due to the current shelter allowance being insufficient to cover the rising costs of housing.PWD Allies podcast airs LIVE! every week...

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On this episode of PWD Allies podcast, Cate from Cape Breton Island joins us to talk about some faulty math underpinning the Canada Disability Benefit. As it turns out, the CDB's disparity is much worse than many disability advocates first thought. Cate dives into the calculations and numbers behind Canada's disability benefit, revealing big systemic flaws that directly impact all potential recipients.PWD Allies podcast air...

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Join us as we delve into the complex and often controversial world of government policies, exploring the question: do they truly prioritize life or death?From healthcare and social welfare policies, we'll examine the intentions and outcomes of government decisions. Are these policies designed to protect and serve the people, or do they serve other interests? Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion that seeks to uncover the truth...

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A plate of potato chips for dinner. It's the welfare food diet, because people with disabilities simply can't afford to eat healthy food.


PWD Allies podcast airs LIVE! every week on YouTube, hosted by Brent Frain. This episode livestreamed on September 5, 2025.

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Provincial governments all across Canada consistently fail to address the real struggle and stigma put upon persons with disabilities.Here in BC, premier David Eby joined forces with Justin Trudeau to legalize drug possession in January 2023. Handing out free safe supply fentanyl has now become the default strategy of reducing stigma for those who are addicted. Yet archaic BC PWD policy marches on in stark contrast. For over thirty...

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In this video, we expose the harsh realities of relying on disability benefits in Canada. From navigating the complex system to dealing with the emotional toll, we explore the challenges faced by individuals living with disabilities. We'll discuss the financial struggles, the lack of support, and the stigma surrounding disability in Canada. Get ready to face the uncomfortable truth about disability in Canada.


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In this explosive video, we expose all of the controversy surrounding David Eby, the premier of British Columbia. From the mishandling of the province's housing crisis to the criticism of Eby's failed "safe supply" fentanyl drug policies and justice reform efforts, we examine the evidence. David Eby's reckless fiscal management and bad leadership after only two years at the helm has been a recipe of disaster. And we haven't even me...

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Brent Frain dives into the reality of BC PWD Shelter Allowance and asks the question: is it really enough? Finding a place to rent for only $500 per month is impossible. We explore the challenges faced by persons with disabilities in British Columbia and examine the inadequacy of the shelter allowance provided by the provincial government. From affordability to accessibility, we'll delve into the details and provide insight int...

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August 8, 2025 β€’ 103 mins

In this video, we explore the ONE simple yet powerful step you can take to unlock true happiness. Learn how to break free from negativity and find joy in everyday moments. We'll share the secret to being happy in a sometimes difficult and challenging life of disability. Turn that frown upside down!
Keyword(s): Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD).


PWD Allies podcast airs LIVE! every week on YouTube, hosted by Brent Frain. T...

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What is Structural Ableism? Alison Hayes is author of Thriving While Disabled series: "Navigating Disability Finances" + "Recognizing Bias".

Hayes resides in the US, but her lived experience with disability is transferable anywhere. In this episode, Alison Hayes will focus on structural ableism and classism. Alison's mantra is: "The system is broken, but you can thrive despite that."

PWD Allies podcast airs LIVE! every week on YouTub...

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August 1, 2025 β€’ 69 mins

Canada Disability Benefit: FALLOUT! We've been getting a lot of comments, questions and feedback from our podcast listeners about the CDB.

After completing an online application process, many seemingly-eligible disabled folks are finding out they've been disqualified from receiving any Canada Disability Benefit.

It's Brent Frain's first episode back after an almost month-long summer break, and we promise you'll w...

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How to pay for Basic Income. Susan Abells, a founding member of both Basic Income BC and Coalition Canada, joins as special guest for an in-depth chat about everything UBI.


PWD Allies podcast airs LIVE! every week on YouTube, hosted by Brent Frain. This episode livestreamed on July 4, 2025.

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In this episode, our special guest Peter Cunnington talks about travelling with autism. PWD Allies podcast airs LIVE! every week on YouTube, hosted by Brent Frain. This episode livestreamed on June 30, 2025.

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As food inflation continues to soar, many are struggling to make ends meet, but for individuals with disabilities, the impact can be even more devastating. In this video, we explore the ways in which food inflation is hitting persons with disabilities the hardest, and what can be done to mitigate its effects. From limited access to healthy food options to the added burden of medical expenses, we delve into the unique challenges fac...

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Are you living with a disability and struggling to afford the high rent prices in your province? In this episode, we'll dive into the reality of living on provincial disability income assistance, and explore the challenges of finding affordable housing. Eve Daigle is Brent's special guest. PWD Allies podcast airs LIVE! every week on YouTube, hosted by Brent Frain. This episode livestreamed on June 23, 2025.

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