two best friends with the same rare disease living their best lives
"Flair" / Disability / Episodes
by Cassandra Mendez · Published February 1, 2022 · Last modified July 29, 2023
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Case + Cass talk about the jobs they’ve had throughout their lives and times they’ve experienced discrimination. They also talk about dream jobs they would never have.
Blindness / Disability / Episodes
by Cassandra Mendez · Published January 18, 2022 · Last modified July 29, 2023
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Case + Cass talk about their journey with self-advocacy and what they might say to their younger selves.
by Cassandra Mendez · Published November 2, 2021 · Last modified July 29, 2023
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Casey and Cassandra talk about independence into adulthood, including cooking, cleaning, transportation, and taking of care of their dogs.
"Flair" / Disability / Episodes
by Cassandra Mendez · Published August 24, 2021 · Last modified July 29, 2023
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Casey and Cassandra share stories about growing up their with older, able-bodied siblings. They briefly discuss genetics and fun memories from their childhood to now.
"Flair" / Disability / Episodes
by Cassandra Mendez · Published August 10, 2021 · Last modified July 29, 2023
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Cassandra + Casey talk about their college experiences. They discuss their accommodations and talk about a day in their lives as students.
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Case + Cass jump into the summer fun and talk about sun care including sunscreen, sunglasses, hats, and clothing. They mention their favorite brands and tell stories about products they used as kids.
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Casey + Cassandra discuss disability representation in media. They explore the real-world ramifications of misrepresentation and highlight some of their favorite disabled character.
Disability / Episodes / Hermansky-Pudlak Syndrome
by Cassandra Mendez · Published March 23, 2021 · Last modified July 29, 2023
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Cassandra + Casey discuss whether or not they want a cure for their vision and other disabilities. They explore the medical and social models of disability and different factors affecting their worldview.
Disability / Episodes / Hermansky-Pudlak Syndrome
by Cassandra Mendez · Published February 9, 2021 · Last modified July 29, 2023
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Cassandra + Casey talk about their philosophies on life and love and when they disclose their disabilities when dating
"Flair" / Disability / Episodes
by Cassandra Mendez · Published January 12, 2021 · Last modified July 29, 2023
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Casey + Cassandra talk about their hobbies throughout their lives and how they adapt with their disabilities.