HE Enabled
The disability at uni* podcast
*Sharing lived experience of disability, neurodivergence, and long-term health conditions in UK higher education since 2024.
New episodes every Sunday!
About the show
HE Enabled is a podcast that shares lived experiences of disability, neurodivergence, and long-term health conditions throughout UK higher education.
It is the first independent podcast to share the lived experiences of disabled people in UK higher education regardless of their institution, affiliation, or health condition(s).
Interested in sharing your story? Find out more about being a guest on HE Enabled.
About the host
Cath Brislane (they/she) is a London-based podcast host, lived experience advocate, and recent university graduate. They hold a BA(Hons.) in English Literature and Linguistics from the University of York (2019-2022) and an MPhil in Linguistics, Philology, and Phonetics from the University of Oxford (2022-2025). While at York, Cath was a Laidlaw Research and Leadership Scholar, Chancellor's Leadership Prize recipient, and shortlisted for various students’ union awards.Â
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They have a formal diagnosis of ADHD, deal with fatigue, and show many (many) autistic traits. Special interests include video game history, higher education, and photography!
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Cath is currently open to freelance opportunities involving lived experience, higher education, and podcast hosting/production. Please use the contact form to get in touch with any opportunities!