Siân Heder, Ruth Madeley & Mark Ruffalo – “Being Heumann”

Director Siân Heder and stars Ruth Madeley and Mark Ruffalo join Brad Gilmore on The Collection to discuss “Being Heumann.” Inspired by Judy Heumann and the disability rights movement, the film centers on the 1977 occupation of federal offices and the fight for accessibility and equal rights. Hear from the filmmaker and cast behind this story of collective action, determination, and change. The Collection is hosted by Brad Gilmore. A production of Gilmore Media LLC.© 2026 Gilmore Media LLC. All rights reserved. For inquiries, contact Brad at bradgilmore@cantwaitforever.com or visit bradgilmore.net. Brad Gilmore is a Houston-based multimedia personality, author, and producer who has built a career at the intersection of sports, entertainment, and storytelling. Known to fans as The BOAT (“Best of All Time”), Brad has hosted and produced programming across ESPN Radio, CW39 Houston, and Reality of Wrestling alongside WWE Hall of Famer Booker T.He is the creator and host of The Collection, a podcast where he sits down with some of the most influential figures in film, television, and music. Brad is also an accomplished author, with forthcoming titles including Why We Love Back to the Future: 40 Years of Fandom, Flux Capacitors, and Timeless Adventures (Mango Publishing, 2025). His interviews, live events, and media work reflect his passion for pop culture and his gift for making conversations both insightful and entertaining. Beyond the microphone, Brad is committed to building platforms that spotlight creativity, amplify voices, and connect communities through media.