In brief: So much is going on in reproductive health, Dr. Leah Torres is back on the show to do a round-up of the latest. States are on a (continued) rampage and the most extreme anti-abortion bill ever has been… Read More ›
Affordable Care Act
Budgets Tell Us Whose Needs Matter w/ @mboteach & @Lollardfish — #KatieSpeakShow Ep81 03/25/2017
In brief: As budget proposals fly, real people’s lives depend on the wonky details. I’m really excited to have Melissa Boteach and David Perry on to talk about how low-income and disabled people in particular are getting caught in the… Read More ›
Preparing For the Resistance w/ @zdroberts & @LilyBolourian — #KatieSpeakShow Ep71 01/14/2017
In brief: It’s almost here. I hope everyone has had time to process the election of the least qualified man ever to run for POTUS because we’re about to inaugurate him. As I type this, he’s harassing Rep. John Lewis… Read More ›
In which @abbyMnorman & I send off 2016… (Part I) — #KatieSpeakShow Ep68 12/24/2016
In brief: This was the first time I’d had the opportunity to chat beyond Twitter and email exchanges with Abby Norman who, it turns out, is as delightful “in person” as she is online. We talked about everything from the… Read More ›
Laughing at Ourselves Will Save Us! w/@anne_theriault & @joshgondelman — #KatieSpeakShow Ep17 01/02/2016
In brief: The amazing Anne Thériault summarizes all seven Star Wars movies (SPOILER ALERT) from Princess Leia’s perspective which is reason enough to listen because it’s amazing. We also talk about how women with mental illness are perceived in culture… Read More ›
All About Labels: Sexuality, Identity, Economics, Politics — #KatieSpeakShow Ep10 11/07/2015
In brief: It’s an all interview episode because I’m doing something rare: taking my own advice. I recorded early to take this weekend off; you’ll have to listen to hear why. I know you’ll love my guests Carrie Nelson and… Read More ›
After 25 Years Undiagnosed, Finally Calming the #ADHD Storm — #GetWell2015 (03/27/2015)
In brief: The title is a touch misleading, but the journey is long and an update was in order. My experience so far seeking treatment for ADD as an adult. Note: I’m an activist/writer/media contributor full-time. If you can, consider… Read More ›
Hal Sparks Radio Pgm — #DontTakeMyCare, Jerks — (03/06/15)
In brief: My regular spot with Hal Sparks on WCPT Radio, Chicago! Note: I’m an activist/writer/media contributor full-time. If you can, consider supporting my work so I can do more of it by becoming a patron at PATREON or making… Read More ›
ALL THE THERAPY: My love letter to the $3 copay. #GetWell2015 (01/31/15)
In brief: The new era of medical care in which my docs can try out treatments, see me to follow-up, reevaluate, and adjust treatment plans because one time through that cycle isn’t automatically $90-$150 before the meds/braces/supplies. Note: I’m an… Read More ›
It’s OK To Say: “This Sucks” — #GetWell2015 (01/16/15)
In brief: Sometimes things suck; it’s ok to say so. Note: I’m an activist/writer/media contributor full-time. If you can, consider supporting my work so I can do more of it by becoming a patron at PATREON or making a one-time… Read More ›