Matt Klotz’s Journey on Big Brother as a Deaf Contestant

Diversity and inclusion is becoming more commonly considered in reality television, and not just an afterthought. Reality television has long been a platform for individuals to showcase their diverse backgrounds and unique stories. In 2023’s Big Brother season, one contestant has stood out not only for his strategic gameplay but. . . + Read More

Deaf Culture’s Never Ending Goodbye

When you are chatting and are ready to leave, you make a simple gesture of saying goodbye. That lasts, what? 5 seconds? Even in a party, you still make a brief goodbye, perhaps lasting up to 10-15 seconds. However, in the Deaf world, the briefest good-bye may last 10-15 minutes.. . . + Read More