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How do you live in a world that wasn't meant to accommodate your body? with Elly-May Barnes

How do you live in a world that wasn't meant to accommodate your body? with Elly-May Barnes

The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show
Sea. 4 Ep. 1724 min
23 Apr 24
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Misconceptions about disability can often lead to isolation and judgment, but with open conversations and greater understanding we can help break down barriers. In this BIG question episode Jess is joined by musician Elly-May Barnes who was diagnosed with cerebral palsy when she was a toddler. Elly-May is also part of the rock and roll Barnes family and has been performing with her dad Jimmy since she was a young girl. In this powerful conversation Elly-May emphasizes the importance of self-acceptance and being unapologetic about who you are despite the challenges you face. She also reveals the power of music as a release and expression, and how it has helped her cope with feelings of isolation by giving her a sense of belonging and connection. Know someone who'd enjoy this episode?  Why not share it with them by tapping the 3 dots above ⬆︎ and passing it on LINKS: Elly-Mays debut album ‘No Good’ is available now! If you love what we do, why not follow the show, and rate and review on Apple or Spotify Is there someone you'd like to hear on the podcast? Send Jess your guest ideas here CREDITS: Host: Jessica Rowe Guest: Elly-May Barnes Executive Producer: Nic McClure Audio Producer: Nat Marshall  Digital Content Producer: Amy Code  The Jess Rowe Big Talk Showacknowledges the Gadigal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders peoples here today.