About the Show: The Disability Expert Podcast tackles complex issues in disability benefits applications by interviewing top experts in the field to help listeners better navigate the disability process.   Episode Summary: Veteran disability attorney Leah Broker discusses her 30+ year career in disability law, the devastating impact of Hurricane Helene on Western North Carolina's disabled community, and challenges facing the Social Security Administration. She also shares insights about helping veterans navigate disability benefits and her family's bourbon distillery venture.   Key Timestamps: 00:00 - Show introduction 00:23 - Introduction of guest Leah Broker 01:29 - How Leah got into disability law 05:58 - Discussion of Hurricane Helene's impact on Western NC 10:48 - Sponsor break (CBIG Medicare Services) 11:52 - Social Security Administration challenges 14:07 - Remote office closures impact 19:03 - Working with veterans on disability cases 22:16 - Discussion of Blacksmith Distillery