This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von #634 - Fiona Cauley
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Jan 16, 2026 Fiona Cauley, a comedian and podcaster known for her work on Kill Tony, shares her journey living with Friedrich's ataxia. She reveals the realities of her disability, from daily challenges to navigating mobility tools like canes. Fiona discusses how Kill Tony propelled her career and talks about the importance of representation in toys like Autistic Barbie. With humor, she tackles stereotypes and reflects on her experiences with discrimination, dating, and finding purpose through comedy.
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Afterparty Rescue And Viral Night
- After the Uber incident, Fiona went to a show, drank to calm down, and ended up at an opulent afterparty hosted by a musician named Yellow Wolf.
- She recounts being cared for and later awakened to missed calls after appearing on the host's Instagram story.
How A Platform Can Accelerate A Career
- Fiona credits Kill Tony with rapidly expanding her audience and changing her career overnight.
- She notes the platform's reach turned local gigs into national visibility and more followers.
Use Person-First Language
- Fiona explains preferred language: ask individuals which terms they prefer and use 'person with a disability' when unsure.
- She advises avoiding 'handicap' as it often refers to objects like parking spots rather than people.