The HARDEST THING About Being Disabled?!?

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  • @vincenzorutigliano5435
    @vincenzorutigliano5435 13 днів тому +756

    But why is the disabled seat more expensive? Shouldn't it be the opposite???

    • @lemonsharksandwitch
      @lemonsharksandwitch 13 днів тому +78

      It’s likely more expensive because spots for wheelchairs take up more space than a normal concert seat, so if they didn’t have any at all then they could sell more normal seating. Also there aren’t as many ADA seats as normal seats, so supply and demand may affect it too.

    • @lemonsharksandwitch
      @lemonsharksandwitch 13 днів тому +93

      It still shouldn’t have to cost more for accessible seating

    • @hadensnodgrass3472
      @hadensnodgrass3472 13 днів тому +9

      ​@lemonsharksandwitch It is the economics of a free market economy. Ethics have nothing to do with it. ADA seats are larger than normal seating and accommodate more easily. The industry is in the market of making money, not feeling pity for special needs individuals. It just how it works 🤷‍♂️

    • @danielmlbento
      @danielmlbento 12 днів тому +4

      In Brazil normally it cost half of the price ...

    • @sweetsandcharades8383
      @sweetsandcharades8383 11 днів тому +3

      Wasn’t the seats also in a really good spot in front? I am guessing that is why. (Also if they were cheaper non-disabled people might try to buy them..?)

  • @rachelnecky6384
    @rachelnecky6384 13 днів тому +160

    Accessibility costing more makes it inaccessible for many people. This needs to change

  • @wisteriapetalsinthebreeze
    @wisteriapetalsinthebreeze 13 днів тому +224

    "How many legs can I bring on this airplane?" The question we didn't know we needed to ask. Right up there with, "Can I wear compression pants scuba diving?"

    • @Grey0730
      @Grey0730 12 днів тому +3

      …but CAN you wear compression pants whilst scuba diving?

    • @Alrx-gacha
      @Alrx-gacha 11 днів тому +1

      ​@@Grey0730yes

  • @nobodyspecial7144
    @nobodyspecial7144 13 днів тому +69

    As someone who is disabled and is a wheelchair user I actually go to a lot of concerts. I usually go to standing concerts and of course I’m not going to stand but be in my chair so this is what I do. I call or email the venue where I’m wanting to go to before buying tickets and I ask them about if they have a special area for wheelchairs and if the building and bathrooms are accessible. The places I’ve gone to will either have me go into an elevator and be in some mezzanine balcony type thing or they rope off an area near the stage so I can see and get in and out without people blocking me. They usually put my name on a list and I’m allowed one person at least to be with me depending on the venue. Places aren’t spouse to charge you extra for accessibility it’s wrong and I think not ada compliant. If we are taking about the USA. If anyone wants to know what Boston or Mass venues are ada complaint and actually treat disabled people with respect just ask me and I’ll give a few that I’ve been to and actually liked.

  • @MaddieWard-xw1gt
    @MaddieWard-xw1gt 13 днів тому +74

    Alex with a prosthetic foot using it to hold his mic is hilarious.

  • @wrenithilduincats
    @wrenithilduincats 13 днів тому +82

    Even as an abled person, I like being able to sit/stand comfortably. #makeaccessibilityaccessible

  • @ohitsthem7601
    @ohitsthem7601 13 днів тому +126

    I have POTS and standing for a long time is very hard for me, i get extremely dizzy and nauseous and I also have noticed the lack of accessible seating in basically all places i go to, it really sucks.

  • @chrissy24-7
    @chrissy24-7 13 днів тому +15

    You're so right, so many things are not accessible because people don't think very far into the actual experience of a person with a disability.

  • @Bad__Juju1
    @Bad__Juju1 13 днів тому +22

    This is why we need to focus on what disabled people actually need and not what we think they need. Ask, don’t assume

  • @TheRepublicOfJohn
    @TheRepublicOfJohn 12 днів тому +6

    Architecture and design should always prioritize universal accessibility and accomodation. Universal access design makes public spaces better for everybody, including folks with no disabilities or special needs!
    I was blown away when I learned about Deaf architecture at Gallaudet College, but that was a game-changer for me as an electrician who has to make a lot of decisions about the location of things like thermostats and light switches and outlets... make it easy to use for little people, people who use wheelchairs and other mobility aides, and/or people who have visual and auditory impairments or special needs due to being neurodivergent. It makes the end-user experience better for able-bodied, neurotypical folks and their kids as well!

  • @gennydf95
    @gennydf95 13 днів тому +11

    Absolutely. I've been to concert venues that seat over a thousand people and there are 5-10 accessible seats. I've been to multiple concert venues where the accessible seats are just foldable chairs. In one venue, the accessible area, where ppl in wheelchairs go, is a haphazardly cordoned off area right by the STAIRS. In another venue, the seats are so small people with larger bodies can't fit and have to stand. In a few historical venues, the accessible seats are UP THE STAIRS and there's no elevator 🤦🏽‍♀️ And then there's also the lines for the venues... This is my experience as a not very frequent concert goer in ONE city in roughly maybe 5 concert venues? It's abysmal

  • @Catscoffeecrew
    @Catscoffeecrew 12 днів тому +5

    I had to use crutches for four months about 8 years ago. I went to a concert with no expectation of any type of accommodation, and one of the venue staff automatically brought me over to the accessible area and gave me a chair. The show started. Accessible seating was right next to the largest speaker. My ears were ringing for a week after.

  • @beanthebean4409
    @beanthebean4409 11 днів тому +3

    As someone with autism I feel this on such a deep level, all the weird things I’ve gotta look at as a disabled person is just annoying

  • @SticksWithPicks
    @SticksWithPicks 13 днів тому +5

    I think even a lot of able bodied people or seniors struggle with standing and walking for hours at events like that. And instead of being able to be in the seated section with my friends I will have to bring my wheelchair and sit in the "accessible" section with maximum one of companion away from fhe group.
    It would be cool if the promoters of these events would mark one section per price category as "sitting seats" and people in that section have to remain seated to cater to that need of people who are for example disabled, but not wheelchair users, or simply can't or don't want to stand [like the "silent car" on long distance trains]. If you're someone who wants to get up and dance iust don't buy your tickets in that section.
    But I see that his is next to impossible for the kind of arena shows that sell out in minutes and people have to take any seats they can get and it is made stupidly complicated to find out where to buy the accessible tickets and if they are affordable enough to bother with the process.

  • @SticksWithPicks
    @SticksWithPicks 13 днів тому +4

    My concert tip is: Avoid those huge arena shows that are way too much trouble and pain than it's worth, because you're too far away from the artist and paid hundreds for watching them on screens in the end. Go to smaller venues instead to enjoy live music! Even a 5-10K people venue is usually way more accessible and more doable than the arenas, and plenty of well known bands, singers ot DJs play in those, too. Most of them have easy/free parking nearby and decent accessible bathrooms, and the accessible seats are either in front of the stage or behind the sound engineer, and your group can stand or sit right next to you the whole time.
    Bars with live music are usually the most fun. They often even let disabled people in for free. People are sitting at tables with their drinks and maybe even a bite to eat, but there's also a little dancefloor that even wheelchair users can make use of if they feel like dancing. The vibe is always super friendly with people just enjoying a good time, talking, singing and dancing together, and those are the places to actually meet new people and maybe make new friends, which usually doesn't happen in the anonymity of the huge crowd in arenas.

  • @ambercoesmans3265
    @ambercoesmans3265 13 днів тому +4

    My only real tip is just looking up online what they wrote on accessibility and how easy it is to get to that page. Generally if it’s easy to get to the page (and they wrote something actually useful) there was more thought put into. So it’s easier to move around. And don’t go to any “old city” cause those roads are a nightmare.

  • @Ali-mv3jc
    @Ali-mv3jc 12 днів тому +2

    Getting accessible concert tickets is a nightmare. For an upcoming Oasis concert, there were only a couple disabled seats available. Then i saw a bunch of people asking whether they ask for proof of disability because they bought disabled tickets without being disabled 😭. Luckily they do ask for proof within 2 weeks so hopefully those tickets will be rereleased.

  • @earlknit5372
    @earlknit5372 11 днів тому

    This is one of the reasons I prefer smaller gigs at local venues. It's a bit more hit and miss on bands because I'm likely only there to see one of a few playing that evening and don't know the rest, but it's cheap to get in, the local event runners are great about getting somone a chair, and I'm already familiar with the accessibility or lack of of the venue and can plan around. Plus it's always good to support the local music scene.
    For example one of my local bars has their stage upstairs and there's toilets upstairs too. My friend brings their walking stick, can grab a chair and I make runs downstairs to the bar between sets so they only need to make the trip up and down once. The 30min or so sets means I can head outside for a breather to avoid getting overwhelmed. There's also a pub just around the corner that hosts a lot of live music and, while the floors are a bit old and uneven, it's a lot more accessible

  • @SashaStreams
    @SashaStreams 10 днів тому +1

    Airlines will (at least here in the UK (my son's airline staff)) provide a lot more assistance for those with disabilities if you let them know well in advance - BA will provide free allocated "handicap" seating, additional baggage allowance, and check-in to gate assistance, as well as connection assistance.
    If you want any travel/airline advice/help or discount, feel free to reach out

  • @shirleymcdonald4267
    @shirleymcdonald4267 13 днів тому +1

    I only have 1 prosthetic. So I dont have that issue.
    And I have just made peace with the fact I can not partisipate in certain social activities.
    And as far as flying goes.
    My prosthetic provider reminded me to book tickets on the right side of the plane on the isle. This was way foot traffic permits I can stretch my prosthetic left foot out.
    I also try to get seats near the restrooms on the plane.
    And I agree.
    Even tho they say areas are accessible clearly dont have prosthetics!
    As well all know there are different levels of disabilities. Hearing
    Vision (me too!)
    And of course limbs.
    I can go on and on ...
    But ..., I feel ya!

  • @rayyansarkar198
    @rayyansarkar198 13 днів тому +4

    I absolutely love that microphone

  • @nikkimansell2760
    @nikkimansell2760 11 днів тому

    They have so few wheelchair accessible seats at concerts that it’s nigh on impossible to get them no matter how patient you are. I know in the UK most will offer a ‘free’ carers ticket for anyone booking a wheelchair accessible seat but the cost of tickets is still hugely prohibitive for most of us to afford to go too. They also put us behind the standing area and, although on a raised platform, if people start doing the whole sitting on someone’s shoulders or holding up signs, we can’t see anything 🤦🏼‍♀️. Its been a long time since I’ve been to a concert for these reasons 😔

  • @Valir_Gordoma
    @Valir_Gordoma 13 днів тому +1

    My disability is from repeated brain damage, so I get photosensitivity and sound sensitivity as well as dealing with like dizziness and headaches all the time, i basically can’t do concerts or anything like that because the amount of light and noise will trigger a migraine, but even if I could the dizziness makes me a road hazard so I can’t drive myself

  • @CinkSVideo
    @CinkSVideo 13 днів тому +1

    Yeah. I definitely look at the venue to see if I can access all the areas. If it’s big, then I’m wheelchairing it. I might have to push through a grassy or gravel parking lot just to get inside. There are never enough disabled parking spots.
    Stand up venues in a wheelchair basically means you probably can’t see the stage and are trapped at fart level the whole concert. No bueno.

  • @dayalasingh5853
    @dayalasingh5853 13 днів тому +1

    I'm disabled (hEDS that causes very flat feet that require foot braces) and just went to a concert last week and I feel this big time. I'd definitely enjoy the concert like 5x more if I wasn't in pain the whole time.

  • @PCPGamer11
    @PCPGamer11 5 днів тому

    I just love his attitude, instead of feeling sad that he doesn't have a leg, he enjoys every part of life he possible could. I wish I had this guy's confidence

  • @emmaolivera3018
    @emmaolivera3018 9 днів тому

    That $800 + concert ticket for an accessible seat is CRAZY

  • @melskunk
    @melskunk 12 днів тому +1

    I remember one time I attended a concert and I was told to go in this specific gate with my wheelchair and it ended in a TURNSTILE. And of course there's 3 thousand people behind me and I ended up having to get lifted over the turnstile

  • @Mr.Slime11
    @Mr.Slime11 13 днів тому +4

    how many legs can you bring on to the airplane 😂😂

  • @HermitDragon
    @HermitDragon 11 днів тому

    I can't stand for long due to chronic pain, so the fact that even when seating is available people choose to stand during concerts makes them inaccessible for me. It's really frustrating. I could sit in normal seating and not pay extra for disability seating if people would just sit down and stay seated for the show. I get people want to dance and move around, so I try not to resent it too much but it sucks that it costs extra money and there is always such limited disability seating.

  • @abdullahimuhammadnaseer3650
    @abdullahimuhammadnaseer3650 13 днів тому

    You aren't disabled, you have special needs. And believe speaking up like this will make us understand how best to accommodate these concerns and special needs.
    Love you Alex!

  • @vilyar122
    @vilyar122 13 днів тому

    A long time ago slopes were the bane of my existence. I had very bad balance and any inclines just toppled me. I got really good at falling safely lol

  • @shii0802
    @shii0802 13 днів тому

    Using the foot as a microphone is crazy 😂. You're so right though. There should be more inclusive options for people who share your struggle 🥺. Keep speaking on it, it will gain momentum & come to fruition. Sending you love 🫶🏾😊.

  • @jlchips
    @jlchips 7 днів тому +1

    Hey man is that Gillette? Looks like the spot where the ADA seating is there!

  • @amberrae8487
    @amberrae8487 6 днів тому

    My late husband used to just zoom around on crutches until he got sick the last time then he needed to actually sit down. His crutches were his 2nd set of legs, I could barely keep up with him lol ❤

  • @maelysgenoud503
    @maelysgenoud503 10 днів тому

    In my country they are not allowed to charge you more for accessible seat during any events

  • @jasmineweight5489
    @jasmineweight5489 3 дні тому

    Not to mention, accessible seating is so limited, and sells out so fast

  • @louxiv7679
    @louxiv7679 13 днів тому

    Exactly the problem i had trying to get korn tickets. When i finally made up my mind to spend the money, the last accessible seat had been taken and there was no physical way for me to get in.

  • @retroredo9850
    @retroredo9850 18 годин тому

    Becausae I followed one disabled person who I forgot his name The young skiier, many other channels showed including a deaf person. Concert issues seem a huge inconvienience for all our disabled or extra needs people. Maybe time for a union or group approach to this? I dont got to concerts. Im in the introvert and broke category!

  • @StonedtotheBones13
    @StonedtotheBones13 10 днів тому

    So I went to a concert in Jersey once, and I had hurt my leg a day or 2 prior. The plan was ask them about accessible seating bc I was *on crutches*, and I think this is what my mom/older generation recommended I do? So we got there and it's just lawn seats. I may or may not have hit someone with the crutches after ppl kept walking into my legs while I was sitting down. Calling ahead is a good idea lol.

  • @kevinsundelin8639
    @kevinsundelin8639 13 днів тому

    I literally worked a concert for 12 hours today and I could've used a seat too.
    I can only imagine what it felt like for my disabled brothers and sisters when I ended up with an aching back.

  • @jjtheorchadweeb2267
    @jjtheorchadweeb2267 13 днів тому

    I also just spent a long time in the Coldplay concert ticket queue today and for the venue I was trying to buy a ticket for it sold out within minutes. Had to go buy them from the scalper that bought all the tickets 😭

  • @ChelleOnWheels
    @ChelleOnWheels 12 днів тому

    When I go to events, I get annoyed because the "ADA" section is always full of camera equipment so there's nowhere for my wheelchair. 🙄

  • @elihoneybee
    @elihoneybee 11 днів тому

    my friend who has severe chronic pain brought her cane to a concert which she said helped a whole lot.

  • @kingwolf3044
    @kingwolf3044 9 днів тому

    Is he talking into his foot? I love this guy

  • @dingbat_drummerboy
    @dingbat_drummerboy 2 дні тому

    Standing on two flesh legs is uncomfortable I can’t imagine how that must be with a prosthetic and any pain you might have in your leg just normally

  • @LunaLamperouge
    @LunaLamperouge 13 днів тому +1

    Wait does the accessibility sitting cost more than the normal sitting in that arena? How is this legal??? I mean I guess it is the US so if you said its legal I wouldn't doubt it, but I don't see how tf that is even allowed

  • @hockeyqueen
    @hockeyqueen 13 днів тому

    when you are standing, do you put more weight on your right leg or do you find you are fairly evenly distributed?

  • @jackpoulton5325
    @jackpoulton5325 13 днів тому

    I feel this so much

  • @MR.YOYEEHWIEHEU
    @MR.YOYEEHWIEHEU 7 днів тому

    My dad is a amputee and he just avoids concerts

  • @grammar_ash
    @grammar_ash 12 днів тому

    It's in between the toe xD those toes are for flip-flops not a big lmao you always make me smile

  • @Fitzroyfallz
    @Fitzroyfallz 11 днів тому

    I’ve almost never been to a concert where there isn’t seating, what sort of venues are you going to? When you buy the ticket you have to pick out a seat number

  • @caitaldrich
    @caitaldrich 6 днів тому

    Disabled seating shouldn't cost money 😮😢

  • @c10udyday
    @c10udyday 12 днів тому

    it took me half the video to realize he's using his foot as a microphone holder...

  • @Eroc12
    @Eroc12 13 днів тому

    Not him holding the mic with is DAWGS

  • @nabiellesanchez3179
    @nabiellesanchez3179 11 днів тому

    how can you press the accelerator and brakes on a car can you wove your foot or do u move ur whole leg

  • @iismiggle
    @iismiggle 9 днів тому

    so sorry if this is rude or intrusive, but i was wondering if you had phantom pains? if so, how do you typically deal with them?

  • @MrJlee93
    @MrJlee93 11 днів тому

    I noticed after a few seconds that he's got the mic in the foot while he's holding his foot.
    Edit: I work in an airport, so I have lots of travel tips. The security doesn't care how many legs you have. Airlines do. If it's a fragile item, maybe don't check it in at the check in counter

  • @kitsune3736
    @kitsune3736 8 днів тому

    So I have a little random question, do you think it’d be possible for someone to get a prosthetic leg that is digitigrade? Or possibly both? This is all in theoretics

  • @FadiRoham
    @FadiRoham 12 днів тому

    One question. How did u lose ur leg?

  • @aethansalazar6446
    @aethansalazar6446 12 днів тому

    How many prosthetic covers do you have

  • @JuliaDennis-w2b
    @JuliaDennis-w2b 11 днів тому

    Is anyone going to point out that his microphone is on his foot 😂

  • @bubblesbutternuts694
    @bubblesbutternuts694 10 днів тому

    naw fam, this is one of those were you dont look at it from both perspectives, i dont want to be standing in line the entire day either with two working legs, i dont want to be standing the entire day at the concert with two working legs, its not that deep bro neither of us want to do that shit it has nothing to do with disability

  • @thebros5720
    @thebros5720 10 днів тому

    Question how do you go to the bathroom?

  • @Domtune89
    @Domtune89 7 днів тому

    Did anyone notice that he is holding a foot as a mic, where they mic is mounted between the toes? 😅

  • @cupcakemedia1143
    @cupcakemedia1143 12 днів тому

    just don't be disabled duhhhhh 🙄
    it's ridiculous that being disabled costs more to just... exist. like that shit is anyone's fault.

  • @jessicakelly1878
    @jessicakelly1878 13 днів тому

    This!!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • @Caleb383
    @Caleb383 4 дні тому

    Bro has korblox

  • @Dumbnickname
    @Dumbnickname 13 днів тому

    Are you an Opal In Sky fan? Nothing, just your way to use random things (like a beatifull foot like this) as a microphone...

  • @A_fruit
    @A_fruit 11 днів тому

    Hey what happens if u don't charge it

  • @JBFuZion
    @JBFuZion 3 дні тому +1

    Am I early or smt

  • @CG2-kz8pb
    @CG2-kz8pb 7 днів тому

    Do you like feel itching in your left leg

  • @Edo_Luna_
    @Edo_Luna_ 13 днів тому

    Is he holding his foot?

  • @Shaurya-nu2uv
    @Shaurya-nu2uv 8 днів тому

    Yo plz shave your beard

  • @0MakeSans
    @0MakeSans 2 дні тому

    Maybe you can just... Do a fake leg in plastic for no one look you weyred all the time
    (Sorry i can say it better)

  • @777gpower
    @777gpower 13 днів тому

    You need to go to like a classical concert where everyone sits and is expected to sit save for the very end, take a comfy seat (comfier than a wheelchair), and take off your leg only putting it back on for intermission and the very end

  • @shskuntlapandey5106
    @shskuntlapandey5106 13 днів тому

    Ooh you can't play football

  • @Scarstarandskystarwarriorcats
    @Scarstarandskystarwarriorcats 13 днів тому +2

    First also hi

  • @meaganconley2298
    @meaganconley2298 12 днів тому

    Ew Coldplay?

    • @jlchips
      @jlchips 7 днів тому

      Ew Meagan Conley?
      Oh by the way, 10402.

  • @animechicken64
    @animechicken64 13 днів тому

    Last time I went a concert you have request ada sitting before the concert and even though we did they didn't write it down that we did and almost didn't give the seating. Time before that at a different veune they made us pay for vip sitting amd said if we didn't I'd have to sit in the pit- 🫠