Martin Dougan
Panelist: Disability in the headlines
Martin Dougan is one of the most recognisable faces on children’s TV. He’s currently hosting the Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ’s award-winning children’s news programme, Newsround.
Born in Glasgow with a disability (Cerebral Palsy) Martin found a career in wheelchair basketball at a young age and developed his passion for sports. Martin became a well-travelled broadcaster following the success of his reporting on the London 2012 Paralympic Games. He has reported around the world from sporting events in Brazil, to the rising sea levels on the South Pacific, covering a range of different topics. When he’s not traveling, Martin loves attending music gigs, festivals and spending time with his girlfriend Amy and daughter, Jessica.
Brooke Millhouse
Panelist: Disability in the headlines
Brooke is the dynamic creator and host of the popular Disabled & Proud Podcast, a platform dedicated to amplifying the voices and experiences of the disabled community. A passionate advocate herself, Brooke has made it her mission to challenge societal norms and inspire change through open conversation and shared experiences.
With a deep interest in nueroscience and psychology, Brooke brings a unique perspective to her role as a podcast host. Her empathetic approach and ability to connect with her guests have helped her create a safe space for meaningful dialogue about disability rights, inclusivity, and empowerment.
Lucy Webster
Panelist: Disability in the headlines
Lucy is a journalist, writer and disability advocate. Her work, which has been featured in The Guardian, The Sunday Times, The FT and others, focuses on demystifying disability and challenging ableism. Her debut book, The View From Down Here, a memoir looking at the intersection of disability and womanhood, is out in September with DK Books.
Her newsletter of the same name is one of the leading disability publications on Substack, and she is well-known on social media for raising awareness of disability and ableism. Before going freelance, Lucy was a political reporter for Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ News.