Ep35: Pushy Pushy and Pals! {Keron Day}

Pushy Pushy

Apr 2 2024 • 38 mins

In this insightful episode of the Pushy Pushy podcast, Nia is joined by special guest Keron Day, a talented actor and champion for diversity in the entertainment industry. Keron, who has cerebral palsy, shares his experiences working on shows like Sex Education and Kirkmoore, discussing the importance of authentic representation and inclusion for disabled actors.

The conversation delves into the challenges faced by disabled performers, the need for improved access and accommodations on sets, and the underrepresentation of disability in media compared to real-world demographics. Keron emphasizes the significance of casting disabled actors in roles not necessarily written as disabled, normalizing their presence in all types of stories.

Throughout the episode, Keron provides eye-opening statistics and advocates for increased diversity both on-screen and behind the scenes. He encourages the industry to embrace inclusive casting and storytelling, ultimately creating a more accurate reflection of society. With his passion and insights, Keron Day is truly pushing for positive change in the entertainment world.

Pushy Pushy is a Mark Jermin and B-Scene Media production. Created and hosted by Mark Jermin and Nia Jermin, the show is executive-produced by Nia Jermin and Jake Weller.

To find out more about the wonderful world of Mark Jermin go to: https://www.markjermin.co.uk/

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