Unbalanced with Cerys Davage (Cerys Davage)
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| 07 Jan 2024 | 13. Navigating disabilities in the arts (ft. Delphi Campbell) | 00:33:25 | |
What better way to kick off the new year than with a new interview?! Delphi shares some insight into life as a disabled artist, and her health journey including her long awaited endometriosis diagnosis.
Follow Delphi on Instagram: @delphicampbell
Thank you for listening! Be sure to follow this podcast for many more exciting and interesting episodes coming up this year.
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| 07 Jul 2024 | 28. What living independently is really like | 00:30:20 | |
It's been almost a year since I moved out of my parents' house, so I am here to spill the tea on the reality of being independent and living with my boyfriend. I discuss the struggles and the positive parts, completely unfiltered. Enjoy and don't forget to follow Unbalanced's brand new Instagram page: @unbalancedpodcast :) | |||
| 09 Jun 2024 | 25. Storytime: Amsterdam trip, Eisteddfod and getting glutened... | 00:31:38 | |
I've learnt a lot about myself in the past (extremely busy) couple of weeks, and so much has happened that I want to fill you in on! My next solo episode will be discussing an interesting topic so less about me next time I promise xxx | |||
| 01 Sep 2024 | 33. Once a Coeliac, always a Coeliac (ft. Laura Wilson) | 00:34:40 | |
Today I got to know Laura, a Coeliac from Cambridge who has started the (super cool) brand 'Coeliac Sisters'. We compare diagnosis stories, funny incidents and enjoy the fact that someone can finally relate to the seriousness that is gluten! Follow Coeliac Sisters on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coeliacsistersxo/ Check out the Coeliac Sisters website: https://coeliacsisters.com | |||
| 04 Mar 2024 | 18. Chronically musing along (ft. Nic Allan) | 00:34:38 | |
I am so glad I was able to get to know Nic and I'm excited for you all to as well! We discuss the frustrations of not being heard when you know something is wrong and importance of speaking up. We also share similar experiences in our dietary requirements... Follow her on instagram: @chronically_musing_along | |||
| 19 Jan 2025 | 44. Making the most of life (ft. Lara Rebecca) | 00:40:34 | |
You guys have no idea how long I've waited to get Lara on the pod and I'm so happy to have finally caught up with her. She opens up about her anorexia journey, how recovery is never ending, and the importance of seeing the good in even the most mundane of things. We can all learn a little something from Lara today! Follow her on social media: @lara__rebecca Follow her podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2gN1167iA125QP3jahpV9Y?si=b980c1cf698448f9 | |||
| 24 Nov 2024 | 40. Smashing blind stereotypes (ft. BlindTobes) | 00:46:50 | |
Enjoy this episode of me and Toby basically laughing for 46 minutes straight lol. I'm so excited for this one - Toby talks blind football, becoming viral overnight and how "disability humour is one of the best out there". Follow Toby on Tiktok and Instagram: @blindtobes Don't forget to rate this podcast 5 stars and give @unbalancedpodcast a follow on Instagram :) | |||
| 15 Oct 2023 | 7. My foster care journey (ft. Tay Does Life) | 00:36:28 | |
Today I am mind blown by the story of Tayler, one of the most incredible women I know, who grew up in foster care. From moving from house to house as a child, to her experiences today reflecting back on, and healing from her past, you will not want to miss this episode. I hope you enjoy and learn as much as I did listening to her journey! Link to Tay Does Life podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/78GObTkY1JRZNXpqkhoaaN?si=8642dafa1fa6468b Tay's instagram: tay_does_life | |||
| 12 Nov 2023 | 9. It's all about finding balance (ft. Samantha Davage) | 00:26:22 | |
This episode is brought to you all the way from Sweden, where my cousin Samantha gives us an insight into how Ankylosing Spondylitis affects her daily life. We talk socialising with a disability, finding balance and knowing when it's time to take a break, and the 'spoon' theory. Enjoy :) instagram: @cerysdavage twitter/X: @cerysdavage | |||
| 10 Nov 2024 | 38. Hacks that will change your life | 00:29:10 | |
[video available in app] This one's for my disabled, chronically ill and non-disabled friends alike. There are a few products and life hacks that have made my life so much easier, saving my time and energy, so I'm sharing a few of them with you! Don't forget to rate this podcast 5 stars and give @unbalancedpodcast a follow on Instagram :) | |||
| 18 Aug 2024 | 31. Love Island, 'Hits Different' and life with a cochlear implant (ft. Tasha Ghouri) | 00:33:36 | |
[Video available in app] Tasha Ghouri is most known for being a Love Island finalist, a dancer, a recent author and a huge advocate for the deaf and disabled community, with almost 1.5 million followers on Instagram. I loved chatting with her about her journey with a cochlear implant, life post-Love Island and her new book, 'Hits Different'. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as we did recording it! Don't forget to catch Tasha on the next season of Strictly Come Dancing... Find Tasha on Instagram: @tashaghouri Find Tasha on Tiktok: @tashaghouri1 Follow Unbalanced and my personal on Instagram: @unbalancedpodcast and @cerysdavage New episode out next week, so don't forget to follow this podcast and rate it 5⭐️! | |||
| 24 Sep 2023 | 5. Spina Bifida a Fi (ft. Catrin Atkins) | 00:33:46 | |
Welcome to this podcast's first BONUS Welsh episode! Heddiw mae Catrin Atkins yn rhannu ei phrofiad yn tyfu fyny gyda spina bifida, hydrocephalus a sut aeth hi i deithio ar ei phen ei hunan am 3 mis. Today Catrin Atkins shares her experience growing up with spina bifida, hydrocephalus and how she traveled alone for 3 months. Link to Curelgmd2i fundraiser for LGMD Awareness Day: https://curelgmd2i.com/ Catrin Atkins instagram: @catsatkins | |||
| 02 Apr 2024 | 20. The importance of speaking up (ft. Rob Townsend) | 00:41:02 | |
I'm back with another (slightly late) zoom interview with an old university friend, who opens up about his experiences with anxiety, uni drinking culture and therapy. We discuss the stigma around mental health issues with textbook 'lads' and the importance of making your struggles known to your mates. | |||
| 21 Jan 2024 | 14. Not all disabilities are visible | 00:30:47 | |
I've been wanting to discuss this topic for a while, and a couple of incidents I had recently have brought it to the forefront of my mind. I hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as I did recording it. Don't forget to follow this podcast and give it a 5-star review :) Instagram and Twitter/X: @cerysdavage | |||
| 21 Jul 2024 | 29. The story behind Cool Crutches (ft. Amelia Peckham) | 00:41:29 | |
Today I am joined by Amelia, the co-founder of Cool Crutches, a company designed to accommodate all types of disabilities. She shares an insight into adulthood post-accident, and breaks stereotypes surrounding crutches and disability aids. I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as we did! Find Cool Crutches on all social media @coolcrutches and take a look at their website: https://www.coolcrutches.com | |||
| 01 Oct 2023 | 6. Living with Coeliac Disease | 00:30:22 | |
Yeah, but is it gluten free?? Today I mix it up and chat about my life as a Coeliac, from growing up with no anwers, to finally getting my diagnosis, and some funny (not at the time) stories of my gluten mishaps. Follow me on instagram and Twitter/X @cerysdavage - I'd love to hear your stories! | |||
| 15 Sep 2024 | 34. Finding strength in gratitude (ft. Sam Staffurth) | 00:36:40 | |
I honestly feel a new lease of life after my conversation with Sam today. As a young adult also with a degenerative condition but that affects the nerves, Sam has a lot on his plate. But his choice to stay focused on the good things in life and keeping a positive mentality is something I definitely needed to hear for myself, whilst also having a good laugh. I hope you enjoy our candid chat on breaking hidden disability stereotypes and embracing life as much as we can :) | |||
| 26 Nov 2023 | 10. Travelling with a disability | 00:30:29 | |
Travelling is something we see all over social media at the moment, and I have some thoughts on it. I have also been very fortunate to have gone on a couple of trips this year which I break down to you and get real about the hurdles I faced. Feel free to share your thoughts on this episode with me by commenting below, or on instagram and Twitter/X: @cerysdavage | |||
| 20 Aug 2023 | 2. The one handed two handed Musician (ft. Rightkeysonly) | 00:31:13 | |
Today I am joined with Rightkeysonly, an amazing and inspiring musician born with Erbs Palsy, in the studio at Radio Platfform. We discuss her life growing up and taking part in the Paralympics, the positive and negative experiences she has had in the music industry as a disabled musician, and taking over the rave scene. I hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we did recording it! follow @rightkeysonly on tiktok, instagram, twitter and facebook! | |||
| 24 Dec 2023 | 12. Catching up & reflecting on 2023 | 00:26:25 | |
As 2023 comes to an end, I wanted to take a moment to look back at what this year has brought. I am so grateful for all I have experienced and achieved and your support has been a big factor! Have a lovely Christmas and I'll see you in the New Year 🫶🏼 Follow me on instagram: @cerysdavage | |||
| 03 Sep 2023 | 3. Things I wish I knew before going to university | 00:33:25 | |
It's that time of year again where many people will be going to university. Today I reflect on things I wish I knew before attending uni for the first time, both disability and non-disability related, whilst also sharing you guys' thoughts too. Enjoy! | |||
| 05 Jan 2025 | 43. The reality of life with a progressive disability #2 | 00:32:47 | |
I'm entering 2025 with my first ever part 2 of an episode you guys loved, so here are my updated thoughts and experiences on what living with a degenerative condition is really like. Don't forget to follow and rate this podcast 5 stars! Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@cerysdavage Instagram: @unbalancedpodcast Tikok: @cerysdavage | |||
| 13 Oct 2024 | 36. I'm back... Let's catch up! | 00:37:43 | |
I've had an eventful summer, so I'm finally back home ready to tell you what you've missed! The tea is spilt on holiday drama, accessible recommendations, and having to advocate for myself at my new job. What topics would you like to hear on Unbalanced? Let me know! Drop me a message @unbalancedpodcast on Instagram. | |||
| 17 Nov 2024 | 39. Gwneud y mwyaf o'r gaeaf | 00:28:53 | |
Mae iselder tymhorol (SAD / seasonal depression) yn effeithio ar lot fawr o bobl adeg yma'r flwyddyn, a gyda help myf.cymru rwy'n rhannu'r hyn sy'n fy helpu i trwy'r newid mewn tymhorau a gwneud y mwyaf o fywyd er gwaetha'r tywydd! Gwefan myf.cymru: https://myf.cymru Gwefan Meddwl: https://meddwl.org | |||
| 12 May 2024 | 23. Stepping out of your comfort zone | 00:26:03 | |
Recently I have found myself in new situations and have discovered the importance of pushing myself out of my comfort zone. Join me in brainstorming ways to change things up and embrace a new way of living!
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| 10 Dec 2023 | 11. Bedbound but unbound (ft. Beth Frazer) | 00:39:31 | |
I am so grateful to have had the chance to get to know Beth as she makes the most of life post-brain surgery and whilst battling chronic illnesses. Enjoy our unfiltered discussions on motherhood, wheelchair misconceptions and the lack of representation on social media. Find Beth on Instagram: @bethfrazerx | |||
| 04 Feb 2024 | 15. Making changes: The voice and representation of students (ft. Bayanda Vundamina) | 00:33:56 | |
This episode is slightly different as I speak to someone who is capable of change within a society - Aberystwyth University. Bayanda talks about what he's learnt so far as the Students Union President and why making changes are so important. Amongst many topics, we discuss uni drinking culture, anti-racism schemes and dealing with accessibility issues in and around campus. Follow Bayanda on instagram: @bayandalv | |||
| 22 Dec 2024 | 42. Two girls, One diagnosis, Zero filter (ft. Kae Tran) | 00:43:29 | |
[video available in app] Join me and my new LGMD sister Kae as we yap for 43 minutes about our experiences - some very similar, and some completely different. We cover topics like our changed perspectives on life, coming out of the 'disability closet' and so much more. I hope you can learn from, relate to, or just enjoy this final episode of 2024 :) A huge thank you to CureLGMD2i for sponsoring this podcast! Check out Kae's website: https://www.kaetran.com Follow Kae's instagram: @lettereleven | |||
| 27 Oct 2024 | 37. Mwgwd: A platform for autistic actors (ft. Megan Featherstone) | 00:35:58 | |
Today I am joined by Megan, another Cardiff girly who shares an insight into her life with autism and her experiences starting out in the theatre industry. We also chat silly tiktok trends and embracing your weirdness because that's what makes you unique! Support Mwgwd by following on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mwgwd/ Don't forget to follow Unbalanced & rate this podcast 5 stars. Thank you to the CureLGMD2i Foundation for sponsoring this podcast. | |||
| 28 Apr 2024 | 22. Life with a stammer (ft. Cadi Davage) | 00:40:10 | |
Yaaay my sister is finally on the pod! She shares some insight into the reality of growing up with a stammer and how she is learning to navigate it day to day. Keep listening for some necessary advice should you encounter someone with a stammer. Enjoy!
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| 08 Dec 2024 | 41. How to show up for yourself | 00:30:41 | |
As we draw near to 2024, I reflect on what I’ve learnt are the best ways to show up for yourself, like giving yourself some credit where it’s due. Remember, it’s not easy, you’re just good at it! Thank you so much for supporting me and this podcast this year, and here’s to a lot more to come in 2025!! Don't forget to rate this podcast 5 stars and give @unbalancedpodcast a follow on Instagram :) | |||
| 25 Feb 2024 | 17. Bywyd yn y brifysgol | 00:24:55 | |
Croeso nôl i bennod arall Cymraeg o Unbalanced! Ces i'r cyfle i bartneru gyda myf.cymru i drafod fy mhrofiad i yn y Brifysgol; nosweithiau allan, gwneud ffrindiau, yr hyn byswn i wedi eisiau gwybod cyn dechrau, oll law yn llaw gyda delio ag anabledd hefyd.
Gwefan myf.cymru: https://myf.cymru
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| 14 Apr 2024 | 21. Q&A #1: Realistic gym routine & first dates with a disability… | 00:36:07 | |
Would I rather pass my Coeliac Disease or LGMD to my kids? What's a realistic gym session like? How do I deal with public comments with a disability? It’s been fun to answer your most asked questions, so hopefully this will be one of many more to come… Enjoy :) Don't forget to follow and rate this podcast 5 stars and give @unbalancedpodcast a follow on Instagram :) | |||
| 29 Oct 2023 | 8. The reality of life with a progressive disability | 00:30:57 | |
In this episode I get a little bit deep as I discuss something not many people do: what it's really like living with a progressive physical disability. I open up about recent daily struggles, new mindsets I've had to take on to help me cope, and even some perks I've experienced. Let me know if you related to any of the topics from this episode, and I'd love to know what you'd like to hear me discuss in the future. Instagram and Twitter/X: @cerysdavage | |||
| 06 Aug 2023 | 1. Growing up with Limb Girdle Muscular Dystrophy | 00:27:09 | |
Welcome to the first episode of Unbalanced! I am SO excited to start this journey with you guys. Join me as I introduce myself and go through my timeline with Limb Girdle Muscular Dystrophy 2i. I will be sharing some funny stories and insight into how my condition has affected my life growing up. See you soon! | |||
| 23 Jul 2023 | Unbalanced Podcast Trailer | 00:01:08 | |
Hi! I'm Cerys and welcome to Unbalanced, the podcast where I will be discussing what it's really like to navigate life in my 20s with a disability. Stay tuned every other Sunday for interviews with inspiring people, funny anecdotes, and to have your perspectives challenged as I embark on a journey to prove that your disability does not define you. Feel free to give me a DM on instagram or twitter @cerysdavage to have your questions answered and to get involved with the podcast! | |||
| 02 Feb 2025 | 45. Friendships in your 20s | 00:26:26 | |
From school cliques to making new friends, I've been wanting to cover this topic since the beginning of Unbalanced. So I'm excited to know what you all think! Send me a dm on instagram @unbalancedpodcast or leave a comment in the box underneath this episode :) Don't forget to follow and rate this podcast 5 stars! Love you all x | |||
| 17 Sep 2023 | 4. Psoriasis: More than skin deep (ft. Lewis Vinnicombe) | 00:30:48 | |
Today I am joined by my good friend, Lewis, who opens up about his psoriasis journey, mental health and learning to accept flaws. Apologies for any background noise, my restless dog wanted his presence known on the podcast too! Follow Lewis on instagram: @lewisv2001 | |||
| 17 Mar 2024 | 19. It's just a bad day, not a bad life | 00:30:03 | |
It's been a crazy month - I went to London and met Gabby Logan, I was nominated for an award, and I had a lot of other up-and-down moments that I reflect on in today's episode. Follow me on instagram and DM me with your questions: @unbalancedpodcast | |||
| 04 Aug 2024 | 30. How to be a good disabled ally | 00:30:57 | |
Happy birthday Unbalanced! I can't believe this podcast is a year old now, I am so grateful for everything that this podcast has brought me and our little community, and I cannot wait for what is to come. This episode is for everyone; whether you have a loved one with a disability, or you want to be better equipped when it comes to helping all sorts of conditions. I will only be uploading interviews for several weeks whilst I take a much needed break, but don't forget to catch up with me on my instagrams @cerysdavage and @unbalancedpodcast :) Listen to my 'How's Your Mam?' podcast episode with Jed and Jacob here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/34qMvWiTbT2qKZTWtgIj0z?si=f2696a087f6542d8 or watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/kb50OeVDHQI?si=q9qr1ImPx6-OPQxk Enjoy and speak to you soon! | |||
| 23 Jun 2024 | 27. College, friendships and YOLO! (ft. Maud Cornelissen) | 00:37:07 | |
I am suuuper excited to introduce Maud to you today, all the way from the Netherlands! We chat all things moving from New York to the land of bikes, life as a college student with LGMD, and focusing on the positives in life. We share so many similar experiences that we are basically LGMD twins! Enjoy :) | |||
| 29 Sep 2024 | 35. LGMD Awareness Day! (ft. Kelly Brazzo) | 00:43:04 | |
The 30th of September this year marks the 10th anniversary of Limb Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Awareness Day, and I could think of no one better to join me for this episode than Kelly Brazzo, the CEO and founder of the Cure LGMD2i Foundation - Unbalanced's brand new sponsor!! Kelly shares the LGMD diagnosis story of her daughter Sammy, and how the Foundation has grown to what it is now; researching for a cure and giving hope to patients and their families. Check out their website here: https://curelgmd2i.com Donate here: https://curelgmd2i.networkforgood.com/projects/91723-supporting-scientific-research-for-lgmd2i | |||
| 16 Jun 2024 | 26. Myasthenia, Myfyrdod a Mesen (ft. Erin Hughes) | 00:41:00 | |
*Trigger Warning* Dyma rhybudd y bydd trafodaethau am bynciau dwys megis hunanladdiad yn y bennod yma. Hwre, mae pennod arall Cymraeg allan! Heddiw ges i'r fraint o glywed stori Erin, a dod i nabod ei phersbectif anhygoel o fyw. Dwi'n credu bod gennym ni i gyd rhywbeth i'w ddysgu o'r bennod yma, a gobeithio wnewch chi fwynhau! | |||
| 26 May 2024 | 24. 2B and not 2B…! (ft. Craig Cox) | 00:37:31 | |
Today I am joined by Craig, who also has LGMD! We share similar experiences in funny falls, and he tells us the story of how he watched his own muscle biopsy… seriously, it’s worth the listen!
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| 25 Aug 2024 | 32. Bywyd wedi'r brifysgol (ft. Beth Bushell) | 00:29:09 | |
Diolch i myf.cymru am gefnogi'r bennod yma, sy'n sgwrs rhwng dwy fenyw ifanc, fi a Beth, am ein profiadau gwahanol ar ôl cwblhau gradd israddedig. Rydym yn trafod symud adref, pa lwybrau sydd ar gael wedi'r brifysgol, a phwysigrwydd ystyried iechyd meddwl wrth symud ymlaen. Cofiwch, mae llwybr pawb yn wahanol, felly cymra dy amser! <3 Gwefan myf.cymru: https://myf.cymru | |||
| 18 Feb 2024 | 16. Stop comparing yourself to others | 00:25:43 | |
Enjoy this little rant about how easy it is to compare yourself to people online, in real life and to your past self. I'm sure I'll come back to this topic again but this is what came out this time ok thanks byeee x I want to do a Q&A soon so send me your questions on instagram or twitter/X: @cerysdavage | |||