Episode 50
Empowered & Out with Guest Tas Kronby
Published on:
2nd December, 2025
Design With All in Mind — Tas on Surviving, Thriving, and Creating Inclusive Spaces
What does it mean to rebuild your identity after growing up in control, trauma, and silence—and then use that resilience to create a more inclusive world?
In this powerful episode, host Jonathan Barbe sits down with Tas (they/he) — a deaf, disabled, queer, trans, biracial, and autistic artist, author, and accessibility consultant whose story will move and inspire you.
Tas opens up about:
- Growing up in a Christian fundamentalist cult and surviving abuse
- Discovering their autism diagnosis at 24 after a childhood of denial
- Facing racism, ableism, and discrimination in college and the workplace
- Coming out as trans after marriage and finding authentic love
- Transforming pain into purpose through art, advocacy, and accessibility
💬 This episode isn’t just about survival — it’s about the power of designing with all in mind and finding freedom in living as your whole self.
🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts, and learn more about Tas at tastheartist.com.
