The project aimed to produce 4-6 podcast episodes highlighting the experiences of young people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) as they transition from school into society. The podcast featured interviews with six individuals between the ages of 18 and 35 with IDD, providing a platform for them to share their personal stories and perspectives.

Rather than serving as a general public education campaign, the project was guided by the principle of "self-voicing" using podcasting as a tool for young people with IDD to express their own experiences and advocate for themselves.
The project was inspired by the six interviewees, many of whom developed close friendships with the interviewers throughout the process, as well as the many supporters who provided technical guidance and encouragement along the way. Their stories and contributions shaped both the direction and impact of the podcast.
The project team interviewed six young people with IDD, creating a space for open and authentic conversations. Through listener outreach and continuous feedback collection, the team produced five podcast episodes, which were publicly released and made available for listening.

Before each recording, the youth leaders invited interviewees to share a meal together. These informal gatherings allowed participants to get to know one another, build trust, and take part in a pre-interview session to discuss potential questions and topics.

Following the interview, each participant received a souvenir magnet as a token of appreciation for sharing their story and contributing to the project.
The Minority Podcast project reached more than 400 people and received overwhelmingly positive feedback from listeners. For young people with IDD, the podcast served as a source of connection, reflection, and a greater understanding of their own experiences. For listeners without IDD, the podcast helped bridge an information gap by offering authentic insights into the lives of adults with IDD and their experiences in society.

Looking ahead, the youth leaders hope to expand the podcast into new formats while continuing to promote accessibility, inclusion, and self-advocacy through a variety of media platforms.

The project leaders reflected on how the podcast strengthened their skills in active listening, interviewing, post-production, and audio editing. They shared that the project achieved its goals, with both interviewers and interviewees gaining a deeper sense of mutual respect, understanding, and self-confidence through the experience.