Inclusive Pathways

Inclusive Pathways

Inclusive Pathways is a podcast where we break down barriers, build connections, and reimagine what true inclusion looks like. Hosted by Jessica Winchester, CEO of Inclusive Pathways and longtime disability inclusion strategist, each episode dives into real conversations with leaders, advocates, and people with lived experience. From viral moments that spark change to the everyday wins and challenges of creating equitable workplaces, we explore how disability inclusion is not just policy, it’s a mindset that drives innovation, resilience, and equity for all. Whether you’re a business leader, HR professional, or someone passionate about inclusion, this podcast will inspire you to think differently, lead boldly, and create spaces where everyone belongs.

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December 5, 2025 • 12 mins
In this solo episode of the Inclusive Pathways Podcast, host Jessica Winchester takes listeners on a journey through the history, myths, and realities of disability employment in America, and why our country continues to overlook one of the most capable, loyal, and untapped talent pools in the workforce.

Jessica weaves together storytelling, data, and lived experience to unpack how we got here: from sheltered workshops to the ADA, f...
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In this episode of the Inclusive Pathways Podcast, host Jessica Winchester welcomes back disability advocate Michael Grimmett (Comments Disabled) for a conversation about leadership, access—and a new documentary that puts lived experience at the center.

Michael shares the story behind Fighters, an hour-long documentary following Matthew Edwards, a lower-limb amputee in the UK fighting to get an amateur boxing license. As Michael exp...
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October 30, 2025 • 40 mins
In this episode of the Inclusive Pathways Podcast, host Jessica Winchester chats with Michael Grimmett, disability advocate and creator of Comments Disabled, for a meaningful conversation about leadership, lived experience, and the future of disability inclusion.

Michael shares his journey as a disabled professional and advocate, reflecting on what he’s learned from working alongside and being led by other disabled leaders. Together...
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October 16, 2025 • 30 mins
In this episode of the Inclusive Pathways Podcast, host Jessica Winchester continues the conversation with international disability advocate Michael Grimmett, to have a powerful, no-filter conversation about what real inclusion looks like. Michael shares personal stories that reveal a hard truth: a lot of spaces claim to be “inclusive” — until someone with a disability shows up. From inaccessible “inclusive” boxing gyms to everyday...
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In this first episode of the Inclusive Pathways Podcast, host Jessica Winchester sits down with disability advocate Michael Grimmett, of Comments Disabled, to talk about what it really means to celebrate disability.

Michael shares his viral story of eating pizza in the rain—a moment that sparked unexpected conversations about dignity, accessibility, and resilience. Through humor and honesty, he dives into his lived experiences, inac...
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