Episodes

129
Oct. 14, 2025

129. the perks of being a blindie

Case + Cass share the unexpected perks of being blind, some that make life fairer, and others that are just plain fun!
128
Oct. 7, 2025

128. GUIDE DOG TRAINING, part 2: come train with cass & mr. a!

Case + Cass share stories from Cass’ guide dog training journey with her new partner, Mr. A, and celebrate graduation in part 2!
127
Sept. 30, 2025

127. GUIDE DOG TRAINING, part 1: meet cass’ new guide!

Case and Cass dive into Cass’ two-week guide dog training experience and introduces her new partner in part 1 of this special podcast series.
126
Aug. 19, 2025

126. the coziest comfiest things that revive our souls

Case + Cass share the movies, hobbies, albums, scents, and little joys that bring them comfort when life gets tough.
125
Aug. 5, 2025

125. confessions of a gym rat

Case + Cass share their fitness journeys, from childhood sports to how things have changed in 5 years and what keeps them moving today.
124
July 22, 2025

124. we’ve changed our minds?: our 5 year podaversary

Case + Cass celebrate their 5th podaversary by reflecting on how they’ve grown, and what they’d do now that they wouldn’t back then.
123
July 8, 2025

123. a guide to guide dogs

hi, hello, hey, we’re talking all about guide dogs today! 🦮 Over the years, we’ve gotten lots of requests to make an episode all about guide dogs. Whether you’re seriously considering one or just curious about what it takes to get a working dog, this episode is for you! We’ve talked about canes plenty, and even compared pet dogs and guide dogs before, but we never dedicated a full episode to the topic, mostly because Cass is the one with experience, having worked with a guide dog for about eig...
122
June 24, 2025

122. taking quizzes like it’s a slumber party

Case + Cass take throwback quizzes from vintage American Girl books for peak slumber party vibes and a look back at their former selves.
121
June 10, 2025

121. ranking every disabled character we’ve seen recently

hi hello hey, ready for some representation? A few years ago, we did an episode all about disability representation in media (with one of the greatest episode titles in Rare with Flair history), focusing specifically on blind characters in animated and live-action shows and movies. Since then, we’ve come across even more disabled characters (not just with vision impairments!) that we’re excited to talk about and rank for authenticity. This time around, we’re expanding our scope, and with that ...
120
May 27, 2025

120. still alive but barely breathing lmao: ATS recap

Case + Cass live from the American Thoracic Society conference, sharing their experience advocating for HPS!
119
May 13, 2025

119. we’re each other’s biggest influencer

Case + Cass talk about what they've been into, including music, language learning, and how they've inspired each other to try new things!
118
April 29, 2025

118. “do you want us to spell our disease’s name for you?”

Case + Cass talk healthcare advocacy, teaching doctors, and navigating the medical world with vision impairment + rare disease.
117
April 15, 2025

117. few but many: HPS conference 2025

Case + Cass recap the HPS Network Conference weekend—the highs, lows, and the six-minute walk for awareness.
116
April 1, 2025

116. rare but radiant: our new and improved skincare routines

Case + Cass share their skincare faves—from holy-grail cleansers to sunscreens, moisturizers, and acne must-haves.
115
March 18, 2025

115. internet fan meetups, unicorn snot, & trying to see the jumbotron

hi hello hey, ready to rock out at a concert? It’s no secret that we love music, especially seeing the artists we love live. This week, we answer a listener question from Delaney, a loyal fan of Jesse McCartney, about shows we’ve seen, artists we’ve met, and accommodations we’ve either requested or made ourselves to make the most of our show experience. Ever wonder how to go to a festival if you’re chronically ill? Cass takes us on her journey to enjoy the WonderBus festival for the three years...
114
March 4, 2025

114. please, read the room!!!

hi hello hey, sometimes we can’t see things… and maybe that’s okay? Like most of our episodes, this topic was inspired by something in our real lives – in this case, a fantastic interview with Camryn Yule (YouTube), a person with albinism who was in Wicked! No spoilers, but Camryn talks about the need to “read the room” and be discerning about when to request accommodations, and when to let it go, to not hold up production in a fast-paced environment. This sentiment really resonated with us, an...
113
Feb. 18, 2025

113. an instagram reel revealed who we really are

Case + Cass explore their personalities in a new way through the lens of personality tests from Instagram reels.
112
Feb. 4, 2025

112. a grocery delivery shopper yelled at cass??

Case + Cass talk about the grocery delivery services they use, shocking mishaps, and the kindest shoppers who went above and beyond.
111
Jan. 21, 2025

111. lifting the burden: how we pay it forward

Case + Cass share how they pay it forward, from thanking friends for rides to showing care for loved ones in thoughtful ways.
110
Jan. 7, 2025

110. are we ready to thrive in 2025?

Case + Cass share their 2025 vision boards, their word for the year, and what they plan to stop, start, or continue in the new year.
109
Dec. 24, 2024

109. our wildest vision board dreams came true!

Case + Cass review their vision boards for 2024 to see how their years measured up. They also give highlights of their year in seasons.
108
Dec. 10, 2024

108. the wound that never heals: our discrimination stories

Case & Cass share frustrating discrimination experiences—rideshare denials, job stories, and some shocking, never-told moments.
107
Nov. 27, 2024

107. blind gamer girlies

Case + Cass chat about childhood video games, what they play now, and their tips for making gaming more accessible with low vision.
106
Nov. 12, 2024

106. we’re delulu about what we look like in public

Case + Cass talk about how, despite their best efforts, they always look a little odd in public when trying to look "normal."