EP 361 - This is an absolute cracker from the archive for you this Christmas, one that will help you see the world around you through other people’s eyes.We meet adaptive and universal fashion pioneer Victoria Jenkins (don’t worry, she explains the difference between the two). We talk about how successive governments have created a truly hostile environment for disabled people. Why 2023’s “Ask Don’t Assume” campaign was, frankly, a right pain in the “ask”. And the problem that Victoria has with "inspiration porn” in general, and the Paralympics in particular.There is also quite a lot of chat about velcro.Spotify Video Chapters (only):01:06 - Understanding Disability and Its Impact01:41 - Victoria's Personal Journey with Disability03:39 - The Birth of Unhidden: Fashion for the Disabled06:02 - Challenges in the Fashion Industry for Disabled People08:07 - The Struggle for Recognition and Equality10:53 - Unhidden's Challenges in Advertising12:09 - The Need for Representation in Government and Society14:06 - The Future of Disability and Adaptive Fashion23:07 - Misconceptions Surrounding Paralympians23:19 - The Power of Overcoming Adversity24:02 - The Need for Better Government Support25:04 - The Misrepresentation of Disability in Media28:22 - The Challenges of Being a Disabled Founder28:27 - The Importance of Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion29:04 - The Power of Community for Disabled Entrepreneurs29:45 - The Struggles of Raising Funds as a Disabled Founder30:13 - The Experience of Pitching on Dragon's Den38:42 - The Snobbery in the Fashion Industry43:03 - The Future of Unhidden Clothingbusinesswithoutbullshit.meWatch us on YouTubeFollow us:InstagramTikTokLinkedinTwitterIf you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - [email protected] is powered by Oury Clark

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