A Journalist, 9/11 & MCS: Justine Barron

The Chemical Sensitivity Podcast

Episode 53 of The Chemical Sensitivity Podcast is available now!
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It's called: “A Journalist, 9/11, & MCS.”

You'll hear Justine Barron, an investigative journalist and writer based in Miami Florida. Justine is the author of the 2023 book, “They Killed Freddie Gray: The Anatomy of a Police Brutality Cover-Up."

Justine talks about:

· Her experiences witnessing the attacks of September 11th, 2001 in New York City, and how living and working in the city contributed to her health challenges.

· How MCS has impacted her daily life and career.

· Her challenges with housing.

· Ableism and accessibility in journalism, and more.

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Capitole

1. Introduction to the Chemical Sensitivity Podcast and host Aaron Goodman (00:00:00)

2. Justine Barron introduces herself and her history with MCS (00:03:07)

3. Discussion of Justine's current living situation in Miami (00:04:18)

4. Exploring Justine's experiences during and after 9/11 (00:05:49)

5. How healthcare workers respond to MCS diagnoses (00:09:41)

6. Family and friends' reactions to Justine's MCS (00:11:24)

7. The value of online MCS support communities (00:13:19)

8. Ableism in journalism and its impact on disabled journalists (00:15:33)

9. The pervasiveness of ableism and its effects on daily life (00:19:13)

10. Comparing MCS to other chronic illnesses and diseases (00:22:03)

11. The future of MCS recognition and Justine's theory (00:23:37)

12. Justine promotes her book "They Killed Freddie Gray" (00:25:00)

13. Closing remarks and podcast information (00:25:43)