James Leonard & Timmy Long
James Leonard & Timmy Long
#131 Nora Trench Bowles talks about growing up with a stammer and changing the conversation around the stigma related to it
#131 Nora Trench Bowles talks about growing up with a stammer and changing the conversation around the stigma related to it
#131 Nora Trench Bowles talks about growing up with a stammer and changing the conversation around the stigma related to it
Saturday 3rd December 2022
Nora Trench Bowles discusses living with a stammer and challenging societal stigma on 'The Two Norries'. An inspiring conversation not to miss.
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Get the buttons here!Breaking Barriers: Nora Trench Bowles on Living with a Stammer
I think maybe that's one of the differences. We're a very small charity, but I think we punch above our weight in terms of you know who we support and the difference we make, yeah, and we're only delighted to give you a platform, brilliant, brilliant, definitely.
Imagine growing up with a stammer and facing the daily challenges it brings. In this episode of 'The Two Norries', hosts James Leonard and Timmy Long sit down with Nora Trench Bowles, who opens up about her journey living with a stammer. Nora's story is not just about personal struggle; it's about transforming the narrative around stammering and challenging the stigma attached to it.
She dives into the fear and shame that often accompany this condition and emphasizes the importance of self-acceptance and personal growth. But Nora doesn't stop there. She contrasts the medical model of disability with the social model, shedding light on how societal barriers often prevent individuals who stammer from fully participating in everyday life.
Her passion for advocacy shines through as she talks about her work with the Irish Stammering Association, highlighting the crucial role small charities play in supporting those with stammers and changing public perception. If you're curious about how to break down societal barriers and foster a more inclusive environment for everyone, this episode offers a wealth of insights and heartfelt stories. Tune in for an enlightening conversation that might just change how you see stammering.