Dating, Drinking & Disability: Let's Talk About It | Samantha Prior

Sarah Knows Support Workers · Oct 19, 2026 · 41m

What was it really like growing up with a rare disability in Australia during the 1990s?

In this episode of Sarah Knows Support Workers, I sit down with Samantha Prior (Sam), who was one of the first people in Australia diagnosed with the ultra-rare condition MPS VI, also known as Maroteaux-Lamy syndrome.

And trust me, Sam has some stories to tell!

From growing up with a disability and dealing with school bullying to dating, nightclubs, relationships and finding her independence, Sam shares the good, the bad and the moments that shaped her life.

We talk about:

💬 Growing up disabled in the 90s…