Welcome to the inaugural episode of THE POD PLACE, hosted by Clare Best—a dedicated Teacher of the Deaf and a mother of a brilliant little deaf human. In this first ever episode, Clare shares her personal story, detailing the unique challenges and rewarding moments that have defined her journey. With a focus on authenticity and real-life experiences, Clare explores the intersections of education, parenting and advocacy on this journey and candidly discusses her motivations for launching this podcast and what her audience can expect in future episodes.

Join Clare as she sets the stage for meaningful conversations that aim to educate, inspire, and foster a deeper understanding of the deaf experience. Whether you're an educator, a parent, or simply curious about this vibrant community, Clare invites you to be part of this journey. Welcome to THE POD PLACE—let's dive in!

YouTube version (filmed with captions & included transcript): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5SoylgUtAmM

For more on Clare's journey:

Visit her website, Instagram and Facebook pages

IMPORTANT: AUSLAN INTERPRETATIONS

Although these are not available yet, we are hard at work organising for Auslan interpretations to be included in all episodes to ensure full access for the Deaf Community. We will keep you updated on when these are available! We appreciate your patience while we navigate this.