

The I Can't Stand Podcast
Peta Hooke
Have you ever wondered what it is like to live with a disability? The I Can't Stand Podcast is for everyone who has a question or just wondered about disability. No questions are off-limits any question you have is allowed.
Every week Peta will answer any question you have, based on her experiences as a single, 30- something woman who has Cerebral Palsy. Have a question?
Ask Peta on Instagram, contact her via the website or send her an email via icantstandpodcast@gmail.com
Every week Peta will answer any question you have, based on her experiences as a single, 30- something woman who has Cerebral Palsy. Have a question?
Ask Peta on Instagram, contact her via the website or send her an email via icantstandpodcast@gmail.com
Episodes
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Aug 7, 2023 • 37min
Peta Hooke: Travelling The World When You Have Cerebral Palsy
You're in for a treat! Peta is here to spill the tea on her unforgettable trip to Europe, and she's got a surprise for you! Get ready to meet Adelle Clements, a travel industry expert and Peta's close friend. In this episode, we bring you an incredible conversation where Adelle delves into the unique experiences and challenges faced by her disabled friend travelling halfway across the world. Connect with Adelle: Instagram: @adellesnaps Connect with Peta: Instagram: @petahooke Website: www.icantstandpodcast.com Email: icantstandpodcast@gmail.com Episode Transcript: https://www.icantstandpodcast.com/post/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 31, 2023 • 24min
Kay Kerr: Love And Autism
Join Peta in a heartfelt conversation with Kay Kerr, an autistic writer and journalist, as they discuss Kay's latest book, "Love and Autism." The book explores the lives of five diverse autistic individuals, showing the many forms that love can take, whether through relationships, friendship and self-love. Connect with Kay: Buy Love and Autism: https://www.booktopia.com.au/love-autism-kay-kerr Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaykerr_/ Website: https://www.kaykerr.com/ Connect with Peta: Instagram: @petahooke Website: www.icantstandpodcast.com Email: icantstandpodcast@gmail.com Episode Transcript: https://www.icantstandpodcast.com/post/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 24, 2023 • 20min
Zoe Simmons: The Disability Community Saved My Life
In this remarkable episode, Zoe Simmons discusses her journey of discovering that she is disabled. The challenging path Zoe shares her struggles with stigma and ableism from both medical professionals and greater society. This is definitely an episode where it made Peta proud to be a part of the disability community. Connect with Zoe: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/somethingbeginningwithz/?hl=en Website: https://zoesimmons.com.au/ Connect with Peta: Instagram: @petahooke Website: www.icantstandpodcast.com Email: icantstandpodcast@gmail.com Episode Transcript: https://www.icantstandpodcast.com/post/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 17, 2023 • 20min
Heather C Markham: Losing My Identity As Someone Who Walks.
Join Peta and Heather C Markham, author of Rough Waters. Heather candidly shares her experience of living with progressive muscular dystrophy, Heather explores the emotional struggle, acceptance, and empowerment she found after losing her identity as someone who walks; someone with a disability. Heather's fantastic book Rough Waters https://www.heathercmarkham.com/book Connect with Heather: Good Reads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/103570383-rough-waters Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathercmarkham/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heathercmarkhamauthor Heather's Website: https://www.heathercmarkham.com/ Connect with Peta: Instagram: @petahooke Website: www.icantstandpodcast.com Email: icantstandpodcast@gmail.com Episode Transcript: https://www.icantstandpodcast.com/post/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 10, 2023 • 15min
Layne Dixon: Living With A Disability & Being Bullied
On this week's episode, Peta chats to Layne Dixon, a disability advocate with cerebral palsy and a mental health diagnosis. They discuss Layne's journey of overcoming bullying, the importance of representation in disability advocacy, internalized ableism, and their hopes for an inclusive future. Connect with Layne: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laynecdixon/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/laynecdixon/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@laynecdixon Layne's Website: https://www.laynedixon.com.au/ Connect with Peta: Instagram: @petahooke Website: www.icantstandpodcast.com Email: icantstandpodcast@gmail.com Episode Transcript: https://www.icantstandpodcast.com/post/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 3, 2023 • 27min
Rhiannon Tracey: Overcoming Trauma, Finding Purpose And Creating Next Steps
Peta and Rhiannon discuss Rhiannon's incredible journey of resilience and determination after a life-changing accident in Bali. She turned that trauma into Next Steps, a thriving community-focused organisation empowering individuals to heal physically and emotionally. Get inspired and learn valuable life lessons from Rhiannon's story of strength and growth. Connect with Rhiannon: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rhiannontraceymywheellife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rhiannontraceymywheellife LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhiannontraceymywheellife/ Rhiannon's Website: https://rhiannontracey.com.au Connect with Peta: Instagram: @petahooke Website: www.icantstandpodcast.com Email: icantstandpodcast@gmail.com Episode Transcript: https://www.icantstandpodcast.com/post/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 26, 2023 • 12min
RePlay: The Power Of Occupational Therapy
While Peta is on holidays she thought she would dig into her back catalogue. (the original episode was published on 13th of April 2021) Connect with Peta: Instagram: @petahooke Website: www.icantstandpodcast.com Email: icantstandpodcast@gmail.com Episode Transcript: https://www.icantstandpodcast.com/post/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 19, 2023 • 13min
RePlay: Peta's Adventure With Firefighters In A Library
While Peta is on holidays she thought she would dig into her back catalogue. (the original episode was published on 2nd of March 2021) Connect with Peta: Instagram: @petahooke Website: www.icantstandpodcast.com Email: icantstandpodcast@gmail.com Episode Transcript: https://www.icantstandpodcast.com/post/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 12, 2023 • 12min
RePlay: Explaining Disability To Kids
While Peta is on holidays she thought she would dig into her back catalogue. A quick helpful episode on how to start talking about disability to kids. (the original episode was published on 23rd of February 2021) Connect with Peta: Instagram: @petahooke Website: www.icantstandpodcast.com Email: icantstandpodcast@gmail.com Episode Transcript: https://www.icantstandpodcast.com/post/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 5, 2023 • 17min
RePlay: Drunk Peta
Please drink responsibly While Peta is on holidays she thought she would dig into her back catalogue. Please enjoy the infamous drunk Peta. (the original episode was published on 25th of May 2021) Connect with Peta: Instagram: @petahooke Website: www.icantstandpodcast.com Email: icantstandpodcast@gmail.com Episode Transcript: https://www.icantstandpodcast.com/post/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


