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Dr. Cort Schneider is born with cerebral palsy, uses his experience as an athlete, advocate and scholar with a disability to engage in open and honest conversations with people who have disabilities and their allies. Using the lens of sports these discussions will explore issues of identity, advocacy, access and self-determination. Dr. schneider will also celebrate disability as a cultural identity.
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Be Determined

Molly T. Kennedy

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Be Determined is an intimate look at building a self-determined, multi-faceted life with cerebral palsy. Each episode explores themes of identity, resilience, diversity, advocacy, relationships, and community and challenges conventional narratives about disability. Host Molly Kennedy shares her experiences and invites others to share their stories—stories of navigating a world not designed with them in mind and the wisdom they've gained along the way. While cerebral palsy shapes how Molly ex ...
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What does exercise do to your brain? Can psychedelics treat depression? From smart daily habits to new medical breakthroughs, welcome to TED Health, with host Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider. TED speakers answer questions you never even knew you had, and share ideas you won't hear anywhere else, all around how we can live healthier lives. Follow Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider on Instagram at @shoshanamd and LinkedIn at @shoshanaungerleidermd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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A podcast for collective (un)learning in the struggle for intersectional liberation. We focus on educational realms, expanding to other societal areas. We share our stories as academics as well as those of our featured guests, including disability activists involved with multifaceted dimensions of system’s equity, self-determination efforts, anti-ableist and antiracist liberation. Join us as co-conspirators. This podcast is also available on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DES_podcast
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OOD Works

Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities

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Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) is a state agency that empowers people with disabilities through employment, disability determinations, and independence. Join Kim Jump as she interviews unique individuals who discovered OOD Works! Have a disability? Want to work? www.OODWorks.com.
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Why am I different? Why do things have to be so difficult? Am I dumb? Why am I scared? Will it be this hard forever? Will I ever find the help I need to succeed? When will being different be accepted? Welcome to The Different Ability® Podcast where we will answer all of these questions and a whole lot more! Each week host Katey Fortun brings you tips and tricks on how to navigate being different, along with inspiring stories of guests that are living an amazing life having Different Abilitie ...
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We’re not stumped. Not by limb loss. Not by fear. Not by anything life throws our way. We’re Not Stumped is more than just a podcast—it's a platform dedicated to celebrating resilience, inclusion, and the indomitable human spirit. Hosted by Mike Bolland, a one-handed cancer survivor and the first person with limb loss to compete on the PBA tour, the podcast delves into the real-life stories of individuals who have turned adversity into strength. Launched in 2022 after Mike retired from a suc ...
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Welcome to POWER NOT PITY, where we explore the lives of disabled people of color everywhere! Through storytelling, commentary and analysis, the podcast aims to amplify the lived experiences and perspectives of disabled people. In an effort to break down the systemic barriers that keep disabled people of color silenced, this show serves as a vehicle to dismantle ableism with grace, humor and downright determination. So... “What’s your disabled power?”
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Disability with Possibility

Disability Without Poverty

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Disability With Possibility is a must-listen podcast that amplifies the voices of disabled Canadians. Each episode delves into the unique experiences and challenges faced by people with disabilities, highlighting their strength, creativity, and determination. By offering a platform for these stories, we aim to reshape the conversation around disability. Join us for engaging conversations, as we build a community of support and inclusivity. Plus, we make sure to have a lot of fun along the wa ...
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Push Play

Disability Media Network

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Welcome to The Adaptive Sports Podcast, the podcast where adaptive athletes take the spotlight. From wheelchair basketball courts to accessible golf greens, we bring you conversations that challenge stereotypes and celebrate grit, talent, and determination. Each week, we talk to disabled athletes, coaches, and advocates about the real wins and hard-fought journeys behind the scenes. These are the stories major media too often misses. The raw, honest, and game-changing conversations. Whether ...
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Institute for Community Inclusion

Institute for Community Inclusion

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The Institute for Community Inclusion at UMass Boston supports the rights of children and adults with disabilities to participate in all aspects of the community. As practitioners, researchers, and teachers, we form partnerships with individuals, families, and communities. Together we advocate for personal choice, self-determination, and social and economic justice.
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Advancing The Conversation

Christi Carnahan, Ed.D., Kate Doyle, Ph.D., BCBA-D

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Welcome to Advancing the conversation with Dr. Christi Carnahan and Dr. Kate Doyle from the University of Cincinnati's Special Education Department. We started this podcast in an effort to have real conversations about the role of self-determination in all our lives, specifically in supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. If you're a teacher, a person interested in becoming a teacher, a parent, a sibling, or a person with a disability, this podcast is for you. We ...
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Impact, The Conversation

Institute on Community Integration, University of Minnesota

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Welcome to Impact, The Conversation, a podcast from the Institute on Community Integration at the University of Minnesota that takes a deep dive into the latest research, practices, and insights moving the inclusion of people with intellectual, developmental, and other disabilities forward. Each episode brings to life voices from a recent issue of Impact, ICI’s long-running magazine. Co-hosts and guests are Impact issue editors and authors with and without lived experience of disability from ...
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Community Living Out Loud

Community Living Mississauga

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Welcome to Community Living Out Loud, brought to you by Community Living Mississauga. On this podcast we celebrate the lives of people who have an intellectual disability and the incredible work being done to advocate for them and their families. Through conversations with experts, advocates, and individuals with lived experiences, we hope to inspire and educate listeners on the importance of building strong, supportive communities. Founded in 1955, Community Living Mississauga is a non-prof ...
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With the advent of new technology, the healthcare industry is evolving day by day. Healthcare at home has become quintessential in India these days. Because of changing lifestyles, changing family structure,s and changing scenarios, many people are opting for healthcare home facilities. We at Livonta Home Care totally understands your requirement and needs. And that’s why we offer the best quality healthcare services to you and your family members at an affordable price without compromising ...
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Welcome to The Special Parent Podcast! I’m Dr. Deanna Iverson, a proud mom of three boys, two incredible kids with special needs, and I’m here to remind you that you’re not alone on this journey. Whether you’re navigating the highs, the lows, or those moments in between, this podcast is your weekly dose of hope, help, and heartfelt guidance. Together, we’ll celebrate the victories, tackle the challenges, and connect with a community that truly understands. So grab your favorite cup of coffee ...
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Speaking with Gravity

Gravity Counseling Group; Kervin K. Searles, LPC

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Speaking with Gravity is a bi-weekly mental health and culture podcast created to break stigma and open doors to healing in the Black community. Hosted by mental health professionals and real people living real life, we have honest, down-to-earth conversations about what we’re carrying and how to cope with stress, anxiety, trauma, identity, relationships, grief, purpose, and more. Our mission is simple: spark conversations that help you think, feel, and do what’s best for you, because everyt ...
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Welcome to the FAST 15 podcast, hosted by Barb Beck, a highly dedicated Disability Advocate and Special Education Consultant specializing in IEP Transition Services. With nearly 30 years of experience as a special education teacher, Barb is passionate about empowering transition-age youth and fostering positive post-school outcomes. Barb's expertise lies in providing comprehensive support and guidance to students with disabilities, ensuring their successful transition from school to adult li ...
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The Women of the Year Podcast shines a light on the lives and achievements of extraordinary women. Some of them you might not have heard of, some of them you will have. Each of them has a story to tell of passion, resilience, dedication and determination and each of them has had an impact on society, their communities and the wider world in the most uplifting and inspiring way.
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Mind The Disruption

National Collaborating Centre for Determinants of Health

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Mind the Disruption is a show about people who refuse to accept things as they are. It's about people pushing for better health for all. It's about people like us who have a deep desire to build a healthier, more just world. On Mind the Disruption, a podcast by the National Collaborating Centre for Determinants of Health (NCCDH), you’ll hear the stories of people who have disrupted the usual ways of doing things in their organizations, communities, and society in pursuit of better health for ...
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The Better Together Podcast

Better Together Supports

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Welcome to the Better Together Supports Podcast, where we share inspiring stories of hope, resilience, and the remarkable impact of our community-focused support services. At Better Together Supports, we believe that everyone deserves the chance to live a fulfilling life, no matter the challenges they face. Our team of dedicated professionals works diligently to create personalized care plans, foster community integration, and prioritize the well-being of each individual we support. Join us ...
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Home Care Treatment

Livontahomecare

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Even though we passed the first wave of coronavirus, the healthcare authorities are still urging the world population to maintain the precautions they used such as washing hands regularly, wearing masks, and maintaining social distance. There’s a huge demand for Covid home care services Ahmedabad as the dedicated quarantine centers are not readily available. " For More Details-https://www.livonta.com/what-factors-determine-whether-a-covid-19-patient-can-be-cared-for-at-home/ Website-https:// ...
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The Struprenuer Show is a weekly podcast which tells the story of students on the continent of Africa who are venturing into the world of leadership and entrepreneurship. We throw the spotlight on promising student start -up businesses and provide the platform for students leaders and entrepreneurs to share their stories with the world.
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Our House

Art Humanity Action

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OUR HOUSE is a podcast by Art, Humanity & Action, featuring stories from activists and organizers about the first time they realized they needed to get involved and what happened next. Featuring activists from Indivisible, Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, Women of Color for Progress, OFA, Rise and Resist, and more. OUR HOUSE is created by storytellers Nicole Ferraro and Jeff Rose. New episodes released in 2019.
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A Walk Thru Cancer

Lotus @ Shiloh

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Welcome to the podcast that shares the inspirational stories of the heroes that have battled cancer. Get ready to laugh, cry, and know you’re not alone in your cancer journey. Come share your story with Lotus as she gets personal with her guests, diving into their experiences through their diagnoses and beyond. She explores everyone's coping mechanisms that come with Cancer, finding no shortage of laughter along the way. This platform sets out to be a resource bank with information accessibi ...
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After Hours: Conversations for Music Educators is a music education podcast from Amro Music Stores, Inc. Our After Hours podcast host, Nick Averwater, facilitates engaging conversations each week with band directors, private music teachers, general music educators, orchestra directors, and other music industry professionals just like you. Each podcast guest shares practical advice on things like classroom management in your band program, placing beginners on instruments, band and orchestra r ...
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For Your Informatics Podcast https://www.amia.org/women-amia-initiativewas created by and for members to inform and inspire the informatics community towards action around opportunities for women in AMIA to improve health and healthcare. As a part of this mission, in 2018 champions of the Women in AMIA initiative, Drs. Wendy Chapman, Jessie Tenenbaum, Deepti Pandita, Merida Johns, and Laurie Griggs, started the Women in AMIA (WIA) Podcast. The WIA Podcast was an outlet to share opportunities ...
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In this compelling episode of We’re Not Stumped, Mike Bolland sits down with Scott Martin, bilateral hand amputee, soccer coach, and author of Play From Your Heart. Scott shares his life-changing experience after a devastating infection in 1993 led to the loss of both hands and parts of his feet, and the emotional journey that followed—including de…
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Being honest with yourself about your abilities and challenges, successes and failures, is essential to living an authentic and genuine life, regardless of whether or not you live with a disability. When we’re not honest with ourselves about who we are, we can set ourselves up for disappointment and frustration. But at the same time, self-honesty h…
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Did you know that you start losing bone AND muscle mass as soon as the age of thirty? Or that your fingers and toes don’t have muscles? Or how women in Scotland are starting to compete in the lighting of Dinnie Stones – which weighs 733 pounds?! These are topics that Chris discussed with Bonnie Tsui, author of the book On Muscle: The Stuff That Mov…
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This special Christmas episode of We’re Not Stumped is a heartfelt reflection from host Mike Bolland on resilience, community, and gratitude during the holiday season. Instead of an interview, Mike takes a few minutes to acknowledge the realities many people in the limb loss and disability community face during the holidays — from accessibility cha…
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Send us a text Today’s episode is a little different and a little more personal. On this Christmas Eve, I’m sharing a short sneak peek from the audiobook of Embracing Your Different Ability®. This excerpt comes from Chapter 9, where I talk about learning to embrace what I was good at in school—even when it didn’t look like what everyone else celebr…
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In this episode we speak to Kristin Retherford, about her brother Frank Kurtz. Frank Passed away in 2023 after losing his second battle with cancer. Frank was born with Cerebral Palsy. Kristin shares what it was like to have Frank nas a brother, and his profound legacy. This is powerful conversation about disability, sports, faith and showing up fo…
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In this inspiring episode of We’re Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland sits down with Jason A. Jones—motivational speaker, author, and founder of Positive Pieces—for a powerful conversation about resilience, mindset, and growing up with a congenital hand difference. Mike and Jason share a unique connection: both were born with a difference in their righ…
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Neuroscientist Jennifer Pfeifer digs into the fascinating brain changes driving young people’s behavior during the critical years of adolescence. She debunks some of the biggest misunderstandings about teens — including puberty, hormones and the impact of social media on mental health — and shows how to support kids during this period of growth and…
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This is more than an episode. This is a milestone. Episode 100 of Speaking With Gravity celebrates 100 conversations centered on Black mental health, self-awareness, and growth—and it marks the release of Undrafted and Purposed, the debut book by our executive producer and founder, Kervin Searles. If you were drawn to Shannon Sharpe’s conversation …
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Send us a text Grace Berios opens up about the emotional journey of discovering her youngest son, Teddy, has Down syndrome. From grief and uncertainty to life-changing travel and new perspectives, Grace shares how her family found hope, balance, and joy while raising kids of all abilities—and how it inspired her upcoming book, Raising Great, Even W…
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In this compelling episode of We’re Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland sits down with Steven Vine to share an honest conversation about survival, disability, and rebuilding life after a catastrophic medical event. After a sudden aneurysm in 2016, Steven spent six months in a coma and woke up blind, a right above-knee amputee, living with an ostomy, and…
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Nearly fifteen percent of the world's population lives with a disability, yet this massive chunk of humanity is still routinely excluded from opportunities. Sharing her experience growing up with an autistic sister, disability inclusion advocate Meghan Hussey illuminates the path towards an inclusive future in four steps, and it starts with an atti…
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⭐ Topic #1: Are you thinking about starting your own podcast but not sure where to begin? So many people reach out asking how to get started. And while podcasting isn’t terribly difficult, those first few episodes can feel time-consuming and a bit overwhelming. Here’s an easier way to try it out: 👉 Come guest-host a solo episode of We’re Not Stumpe…
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Send us a text We’re going way back to the early days of the podcast! I’m re-releasing Episode Three — an important chapter of my story and one of the most meaningful episodes from the beginning. In this throwback, I share what it was like to finally get my diagnosis and understand why I struggled for so long. It was a moment filled with relief, ho…
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In this inspiring episode of We’re Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland welcomes Belma Islamovic, a double above-elbow amputee, community advocate, and proud member of the Dallas Amputee Network. Mike and Belma first met at Empower Fest in Arizona, and today she shares her remarkable story of survival, resilience, and hope. Belma recounts: • Surviving a …
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To spark action on climate change, the conventional wisdom says that awareness must precede action — but neuroscientist Kris De Meyer suggests the opposite is true: actions drive beliefs. He digs into the science behind decision-making and shows how you can rewire your brain to get unstuck on big challenges. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f…
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Episode 99 is here — “Invisible Battles: When Smiles Hide the Struggle.” In this powerful conversation, Joshua, Hannah, and Terance unpack the quiet realities so many people carry: anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma that get hidden behind “I’m good,” overworking, humor, or staying busy. They talk about why masking feels safer, how psychological…
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Send us a text We’re taking it way back! I’m re-releasing Episode Two — one of the very first episodes I ever recorded and the beginning of my Different Ability® story. In this throwback episode, I open up about the tough early years: the moments when I felt “dumb,” couldn’t understand why things were harder for me, and didn’t yet know there was a …
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In this eye-opening episode of We’re Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland sits down with civil rights advocate Marc Fishman, a disabled father from New York who has spent years fighting for basic ADA accommodations in family court. After surviving a traumatic brain injury and other life-altering injuries from a severe car accident, Marc found himself nav…
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With just a few lines, cartoons can say so much with so little. In a moving talk, cartoonist Navied Mahdavian shares his process for distilling huge concepts into drawings on the page — and shows how his work helped him grieve the death of his beloved grandmother, flaws and all. After the talk, Shoshana interviews Nathan Gray on the use of comics a…
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Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Serena — a woman whose winding path shaped her into the strong, grounded, inspiring person she is today. She grew up attending a one-room schoolhouse, moved through different schools, and eventually headed to Pacific Union College to study interior design before returning to Oregon and changing direct…
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Welcome back to We’re Not Stumped! Today, I’m honored to sit down once again with Brooke Brown — an “ink weaver of life, faith, and fiction,” an honors graduate of ASU’s Walter Cronkite School of Journalism, Ms. Wheelchair Arizona 2022, and founder of Brooke’s Butterfly Touch, a ministry that helps individuals discover the power and purpose of thei…
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Life is like a rollercoaster. Sometimes it’s one you don’t even realize you’re on when things are going well, but then the bottom drops out or you hit a major twist and suddenly your world is upside down. It can be overwhelming and terrifying. But we get through it. After facing a major health challenge and all of the complex decisions that came wi…
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Today, we’re featuring an episode from NPR’s science podcast Short Wave. In it, host Regina G. Barber talks to NPR brain correspondent Jon Hamilton about MENTAL EXERCISES. Scientists have found the first compelling evidence that cognitive training can boost levels of a chemical that typically declines as people age. And previous studies of people h…
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In this Episode We sit down with David Evjen, the Head Coach of the Eastern Washington University Wheelchair Basketball Team! We discuss his journey and discuss the task of building a program from the start. This is a cool conversation! Check out Eastern Washington's YouTube channel: eastern washington wheelchair basketball - YouTube…
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Send us a text Janet Mackay—high-energy speaker, founder of INPact Academy, and creator of the legendary “Drip That Rips”—returns to the show! We catch up on what she’s been building over the last few years, the powerful stories fueling her mission, and how the Drip That Rips movement continues to inspire students and adults around the world. Get r…
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This episode features Brian Rust, a passionate educator and entrepreneur. Navigating life with vision loss, he shares how he has turned a challenge into success. As a proud graduate of the Ohio State School for the Blind, he continued his education and has had a successful career in teaching physical education, where he’s made a significant impact …
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Welcome back to Speaking With Gravity, where everything affects everything. In Episode 98, Joshua, Hannah, and Terance dive deep into how media, music, social platforms, and entertainment shape our emotions, mental health, habits, identity, and even cultural norms. From hip-hop and gospel to TikTok and reality TV, the crew unpacks how our entertain…
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In this must-hear episode of We’re Not Stumped, Mike Bolland chats with Caitlin Conner about turning challenges into impact. Caitlin, founder of Be More Adaptive, explores her mission to create a global hub for disability resources. Caitlin shares her remarkable journey — from surviving a life-changing motorcycle accident while pregnant to becoming…
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Attention isn't just about what we focus on -- it's also about what our brains filter out. By investigating patterns in the brain as people try to focus, computational neuroscientist Mehdi Ordikhani-Seyedlar hopes to build computer models that can be used to treat ADHD and help those who have lost the ability to communicate. Hear more about this ex…
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Nov. 13, 2025 - Minnesota State Mankato is hosting a Geography Colloquia featuring Save the Boundary Waters Executive Director, Ingrid Lyons, about the threats to the Boundary Waters on Friday, Nov. 1, from 2:00 - 3:15 pm in the Centennial Student Union's Ostrander Auditorium. The Geography Colloquium is the longest running speaker series at Minnes…
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Send us a text In this episode, Katey sits down with Marketing & Sales Strategist Hailey Rowe to talk about what it really takes to grow your business without burning out. Hailey shares her F.A.S.T. Framework and practical marketing tips that help coaches and entrepreneurs make more sales, save time, and stay consistent. Whether you’re just getting…
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When Drew Ann Long, a stay-at-home mom from Birmingham, Alabama, realized there were no shopping carts designed for her daughter Caroline — who has Rett syndrome and cannot walk or talk — she took matters into her own hands. With no design or manufacturing experience, Drew set out to create Caroline’s Cart, a life-changing adaptive shopping cart fo…
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Today’s episode features two people who are shaking up the U.S. healthcare system in very different but deeply humane ways. Dr. Fumiko Chino knows firsthand how devastating medical debt can be. After losing her husband to cancer and being left with overwhelming bills, she went to medical school to become a radiation oncologist and made it her missi…
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In this episode we converse with Chantal Figueroa, Ph.D., a researcher, educator, and strategist that specializes in designing evidence-based programs meant to support the mental health and wellbeing of Latine peoples. Dr. Figueroa is the co-editor of the book titled Dis/ability in the Americas: The Intersections of Education, Power, and Identity. …
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In this heartfelt episode of Speaking with Gravity, hosts Joshua Williams, Hannah Jones, and Terance Dawkins explore what it really means to love, support, and set boundaries within families. 💞 From the “burden of being the strong one” to finding balance between helping others and protecting your own peace, this conversation dives deep into the par…
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Send us a text In this episode, Susan Day takes us on a powerful journey from her childhood in the UK to starting over on the other side of the world in Australia. She opens up about the challenges of adapting to a new culture, finding her footing through education, and discovering the role art would ultimately play in her life’s purpose. Today, Su…
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