99% Invisible Curb Cuts (Repeat)
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Apr 28, 2021 
Delaney Hall, executive producer and guest host, welcomes Ed Roberts, a trailblazing figure in the disability rights movement known for his advocacy on behalf of accessibility. They discuss the crucial role of curb cuts, originally overlooked, which transformed urban mobility for wheelchair users. Ed shares his inspiring journey from a polio survivor to an activist, highlighting pivotal protests and the impact of designs benefiting everyone. The conversation also touches on the 'curb cut effect' and the evolution of universal design principles in improving community spaces.
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Ed's Tenacity
- Despite his disability, Ed Roberts was determined to continue his education at Berkeley.
- He used a mouth wand to turn pages, which eventually affected his teeth.
The Rolling Quads
- Ed and other disabled students at Berkeley formed the "Rolling Quads".
- They advocated for disability rights and challenged societal perceptions.
Telethon Criticism
- Disability rights activists criticized the Jerry Lewis telethon's portrayal of disabled people.
- They felt it perpetuated stereotypes of pity and helplessness.