Emily Laing

Why Do You Think You've Got No Friends?

Emily Laing

  • S3 E30: Least Favourite Word with Rosie Jones

S3 E30: Least Favourite Word with Rosie Jones

Monday 18th September 2023

Rosie Jones and Emily Laing discuss ableism, personal resilience, and emotional intelligence in an eye-opening episode of 'Why Do You Think You've Got No Friends?'.
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63 minutes
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Why Do You Think You've Got No Friends?
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Emily Laing
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Rosie Jones on Facing Ableism and Building Emotional Strength

Episode Overview

  • Rosie Jones shares a powerful personal experience confronting ableist slurs and discrimination
  • Insightful discussion on internalized ableism and the complexities of navigating the world as a disabled person
  • Exploration of emotional intelligence and embracing resilience and self-acceptance
  • Reflections on challenging ableist attitudes and language
  • Heartfelt gratitude and empowerment in the face of adversity
I'm grateful for my mum because right from growing up, letting me be whoever I wanted to be... she never wades in. But I can just see her smiling, supporting me and ready to bloody fight anyone I needed to. In no way telling you to hide or taking control for you or responsibility, just being like, I got you back, girl.
Imagine being trapped on a plane, yet to take off, with hours of flight ahead, when you're suddenly confronted with prejudice. In this episode of 'Why Do You Think You've Got No Friends?', host Emily Laing welcomes the ever-insightful and hilarious Rosie Jones. They tackle the often misunderstood concept of ableism head-on. Rosie shares a raw and impactful story from a flight where she encountered ableist remarks, shedding light on the everyday struggles faced by disabled individuals.
This candid conversation unpacks not just external discrimination but also the internal battles of internalized ableism. Emily and Rosie delve into the importance of emotional intelligence and resilience in navigating a world that can often be unkind. Rosie's openness about her experiences offers a profound look into identity and self-acceptance. This episode is both eye-opening and inspiring, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding and combating social prejudice.