What The Deaf?!

#308: How an Interpreter Helped Me Finish My Food

Fri, 20 May 2022 00:00:00 -0700

Carly and Sarah discuss their experience of being at a family gathering with an interpreter and how it allowed Sarah to finish her food for the first time! They also talk about the future of this podcast and how to stay in touch with them!

#307: If It Doesn’t Feel Right, It’s Not

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0700

This episode, Sarah and Carly discuss their journeys with their romantic relationships and their friendship. They also share what they’ve learned and how they’ve grown!

#306: The Itsy Bitsy Spider…Locked Us Out!!!

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0700

This week, Sarah and Carly share their funny stories about trying to kill a spider and getting locked out, and getting stuck in the sand. Is the Universe testing them or did they attract it all? Tune in to find out!

#305: It’s All About Mindset

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0700

We’ve teased it, and now we’re spilling the tea! Tune in to hear why we shared a bed for a year, Carly’s decision to move to L.A., and our journey of living together in a single bedroom home. Grab your popcorn, we’re going in deep!

#304: What Is Normal?

Fri, 18 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0700

In this episode, Sarah shares a story of receiving a photoshopped picture of herself if she looked “normal”. What is normal? Join us this episode as we discuss unrealistic beauty standards and celebrate our individuality!

#303: A Deep Dive Into Our New Relationships

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0800

In this episode Carly and Sarah take another dive into their new relationships and explore how they have impacted them. Have they stayed rooted and confident in who they really are? Or have they given up parts of themselves to please others? Tune in to find out!

#302: When It Rains, It Pours!

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0800

In this episode, Carly and Sarah take you on a journey of a day unlike any day! From Carly trying to be sold off to a man, Sarah getting into a car accident with a concrete pole, and so much more, you won’t want to miss this! Tune in to find out all the juicy details that happened in less than 24 hours!

#301: We’re Back! Dating (Part 2)

Fri, 04 Feb 2022 11:22:00 -0800

Welcome back! We have missed you all!! This season, we are back on the couch and ready to tell all!! We’ll be talking about our dating lives, sharing what’s going on in our worlds, and telling some juicy stories!! This episode, we’re filling you in on our online dating experiences and what’s come out of it!! Let’s jump in!

#211: Season 2, Thank you!

Sun, 26 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0700

Can you believe it’s already the season 2 finale?! In this episode we reflect on all the interviews and the making of season 2! We also discuss the future and what’s in store for season 3!

#210: Never Too Late to Learn - Ben Shelton

Sun, 19 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0700

This week, join our conversation with writer/producer/director Ben Shelton as he shares his experiences in the entertainment industry, and why he decided to learn ASL and Deaf Culture during COVID!

#209: It’s All About A Positive Attitude - Stephanie Nogueras

Sun, 05 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0700

This episode, join our conversation with Stephanie Nogueras as she shares her experience balancing being an actress and educating the people she works with to raise the knowledge of the Deaf community.

#208: From One Minority to Another - Jaylen Moore

Sun, 29 Aug 2021 07:47:04 -0700

This week we’re joined by Actor/Producer Jaylen Moore! Tune in to learn more about his journey representing the Afghan community, and his insight into the business side of the industry!

#207: Stay Golden! - Michael Anthony Spady

Sun, 22 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0700

Tune in to learn more about Michael Anthony Spady and his journey as a Deaf Black actor during the pandemic and BLM!

#206: Embrace Knowing Nothing - Elizabeth Blake-Thomas

Sun, 15 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0700

This episode we sit down with guest Elizabeth Blake-Thomas, award-winning storyteller and philanthropist, to discuss how she has the drive to achieve anything she sets her mind to. She also shares the power of listening and how she uses that power to create magic through stories!

#205: Normalizing the Industry - Michael Epstein

Sun, 08 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0700

Michael Epstein joins this week to share his perspective on how to normalize the industry based on his experiences as a Graphic Designer. Michael has designed graphics for CBS, MTV, NBC, VH1, Disney, Lucasfilm, to name a few! Tune in to learn more about him and his experience as a Deaf designer in Hollywood.

#204: Writing 101 - Nat Bernstein

Sun, 01 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0700

This week, Nat Bernstein joins us to talk about his career in the Entertainment industry as a Showrunner, Producer, Writer, and actor! See how his perspective changes after our conversation about the Deaf community and including diversity in the world of the Entertainment industry. You may also learn a few script writing tips!

#203: Ready to Create Magic - Justin Jackerson

Sun, 25 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0700

This week’s guest, Justin Jackerson, is an amazing actor, ASL teacher, ASL consultant, creator of “The ASL Lab” on Instagram, and so much more! Tune in to find out how Justin navigates the world of the entertainment industry as a Deaf individual, and hear the amazing stories he shares with us! Trust us, you’re not going to want to miss this!

#202: Starting off with a (Big) Bang! - Simon Helberg

Sun, 18 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0700

This episode, we’re joined by The Big Bang Theory star, Simon Helberg! Tune in to learn what it was like for him to grow up in the entertainment industry, learn ASL for his character, Howard Wolowitz (The Big Bang Theory), and so much more!

#201: What a Hiatus!

Sun, 11 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0700

We’re Back! Join us to find out what we’ve been up to during our break, and what’s in store for Season 2!

#11: Season 1 Finale

Fri, 26 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -0800

This week, Sarah and Carly wrap up Season 1 by explaining what it’s like to create their podcast and what their vision for season 2 looks like! This isn’t a goodbye, it’s a see you soon!

#10: Elitism

Fri, 19 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -0800

This week, Carly and Sarah discuss the term Elitism, used on the Netflix series Deaf U. They give you their take on the word, share some personal experiences, and open up a dialogue on this topic with each other and the listeners. Tune in to join the discussion!

#9: Knock-Knock, Who’s There?

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -0800

This week Sarah and Carly answer some of the fun questions YOU sent in, in response to their WTD IG story! Tune in to hear their most embarrassing stories, some crazy misinterpretations, and so much more!

#8: Dear Hearing Parents

Fri, 05 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -0800

I can’t hear you, the dog ate my hearing aid! This week, Sarah and Carly talk about hearing aids, their journeys being Deaf students in school, and their unique experiences growing up with Hearing vs Deaf parents.

#7: Finger Flick, I Kiss Fist!

Fri, 29 Jan 2021 00:00:00 -0800

Did you know American Sign Language & English are two totally different languages? This week, Sarah and Carly discuss what it’s like for them to be bilingual in American Sign Language and English! Curious to know what “Finger Flick, I Kiss Fist”!’ means? Tune in to find out!!

#6: More Than Just Sports

Fri, 22 Jan 2021 00:00:00 -0800

What is it like to be a Deaf athlete?! How do you play sports without the ability to hear the whistle or your teammates shouting at you?! Sports is more than just playing games for the Deaf community. It is a home. A safe space for many Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals. Tune in to learn what sports we play and why we LOVE the world of sports!

#5: California Dreaming

Fri, 15 Jan 2021 00:00:00 -0800

In this episode, we talk about our careers, goals, and dreams! We also look at what it’s like working with an interpreter and how Carly ended up in California, from Nebraska!

#4: Dating in the Deaf & Hearing Worlds

Fri, 08 Jan 2021 00:00:00 -0800

This week, we dive into dating! We’re answering your questions about what it’s like to date in the Deaf & Hearing worlds, and sharing some of our best (and worst) experiences on dates! Also, what should our bios say on our Tinder profiles? If you’re ready to tune in, swipe right...I mean, push play!

#3: Is There A 'Right' Way To Be Deaf?

Fri, 01 Jan 2021 00:02:00 -0800

In this episode we take an honest look at the question, “Is there a ‘right’ way to be Deaf?” and open the dialogue to celebrating that the only ‘right’ way to be Deaf, is to be YOU. We also discuss how it’s never too late to learn a new language, and the value of finding positive aspects in every situation. Oh, and if you’re curious to learn what a Deaf fart is, or if there is such a thing, tune in!

#2: Sirens and Doorbells and Alarms, Oh My!

Fri, 01 Jan 2021 00:01:00 -0800

Sirens! Doorbells! Alarms! This week, we take a look at how deaf people navigate some everyday things, like waking up, and ‘hearing’ the doorbell! We also talk about some of the barriers between the Deaf and Hearing worlds, and some of the gestures and kindness people have shown us to bring the walls down and connect.

#1: NOTHING is Off-Limits

Fri, 01 Jan 2021 00:00:00 -0800

We're two best friends, who happen to be deaf! Join us as we talk about life, share fun stories, and answer all of your burning questions. Trust us when we say NOTHING is off-limits! We've heard it all...well we've seen it.