{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Disability representation in music","description":"Torina Gedler is a musician who is also known as DE\u0100 EX MACHIN\u0100, which means \u201cGoddess from the machine\u201d in Latin. With their lush synth-pop sound, DE\u0100 EX MACHIN\u0100 promotes harmony and inclusion in society through authentic Disability representation in music.&amp;nbsp; DE\u0100 EX MACHIN\u0100 advocates for the arts, LGBTQIA+ rights and Environmental and Disability Justice. Their debut EP, APO\/THECARY, comes out on July 29, 2026. During this episode, DE\u0100 EX MACHIN\u0100 discusses:  Their work as a musician before and after being disabled by a brain injury Why it\u2019s important to have disability representation in music The main themes of their debut EP How joining RAMPD (Recording Artists and Music Professionals with Disabilities) influenced their work as a musician Their EP release party on July 29 in Des Moines, Iowa  Learn more about DE\u0100 EX MACHIN\u0100 at www.DeaExMachina.music and listen to their music on Subvert, Spotify, Apple Music and&amp;nbsp;Bandcamp. Learn more about Recording Artists and Music Professionals with Disabilities (RAMPD) at RAMPD.org. Listen to other Beyond 6 Seconds episodes with neurodivergent musicians:  Adin Boyer (episode 227):&amp;nbsp; https:\/\/www.beyond6seconds.net\/227&amp;nbsp; Kaishawna (episode 187):&amp;nbsp; https:\/\/www.beyond6seconds.net\/187 &amp;nbsp;  Support or sponsor this podcast: BuyMeACoffee.com\/Beyond6Seconds Watch the video of this interview on YouTube: youtube.com\/watch?v=IldZ1PQYP4E Read the episode transcript: carolynkiel.com\/podcast\/dea-ex-machina Follow the Beyond 6 Seconds podcast in your favorite podcast player: pod.link\/1336740192 Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes: mailchi.mp\/f9f6e8356138\/insider&amp;nbsp; *Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and\/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations. These episodes are for informational purposes only and do not substitute for professional medical advice. Consult a medical professional or healthcare provider if you are seeking medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.* ","author_name":"Beyond 6 Seconds: Neurodiversity stories from neurodivergent people","author_url":"https:\/\/www.beyond6seconds.com","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/42052435\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/204022040"}