Best Partial Success Podcasts (2025)

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Quick Listen: 5 Minutes or Less. Positive Behavior Support Part 5: The Imporantance of Recognizing Partial Success 2:43

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In this short episode you will learn why the "almost there" times, when a child makes progress on a behavior goal, but there is still a ways to go, those are the times they need to be recognized and reinforeced for that partial success. The episode may be short, but I have found this concept alien to many educators. You can make sure partial succes…

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Matrix Parents Presents: The Power of Peer Mentoring for Adolescents with Autism 11:34

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Matrix Parent Network and the Marin Center for Independent Living funded and supported the production of this podcast. Pairing students with autism with neurotypical peers is proving to be a powerful tool in teaching the critical life skills of self-advocacy and self-determination. We'll define these terms and explain how they fit together before l…

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Matrix Parents Presents: Expanding Parents' Power in Special Education and Beyond 12:46

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Matrix Parent Network and the Marin Center for Independent Living funded and supported the production of this podcast. If you are the parent of a child with a disability you have very likely experienced a feeling that you missed something when you walk out of an IEP meeting. Many parents report that schools seem to go through the steps of the IEP b…

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Matrix Parents Presents: SMART Goals 12:39

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Matrix Parent Network and the Marin Center for Independent Living funded and supported the production of this podcast. S.M.A.R.T. Goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Reasonable, Time Bound, are the basis of a good IEP. Everything either leads to the creation of goals or lead from it in the form or services and placement. Research indicates the…

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Episode 151: Look for the little things, the small things, in life. They form the basis for a happy, harmonious, and well-rounded existence. 19:13

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Matrix Parents Presents: Article Review: What I Wish You Knew: Insights on Burnout, Inertia, Meltdown, and Shutdown From Autistic Youth 14:10

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Matrix Parent Network and the Marin Center for Independent Living funded and supported the production of this podcast. This month we look at a common barrier to successful transition from school-based programs to adulthood for students with high functioning autism. The acronym BIMS stands for burnout, inertia, meltdowns and shutdown. These are the …

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Matrix Parents Presents: Transition to Adult Life and a Key to Success: Self-Advocacy 11:42

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Matrix Parent Network and the Marin Center for Independent Living funded and supported the production of this podcast. Self-Advocacy is a phrase that is used often in special education, but often with little context as to what it means. What does it mean for a student to be an effective self-advocate and why it is so important? In this episode of t…

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Episode 150: We must all learn to reflect and be thankful for our piece of life. This is a gift to be treasured and appreciated. 12:47

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Episode 149: The one constant in life is change. We must learn how to manage its many machinations if we are to lead successful lives. 16:00

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Episode 148: "Act and thou shall receive" may be only partially true, but do nothing and you are guaranteed to fail. So, take a chance on yourself and your dreams. Success may be just around the corner ... 13:25

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Episode 147: Family is the bedrock of society. It is accepting of our many blemishes and embraces us just the same. 16:20

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Episode 146: In the breast of every human being is the desire to live life as if it were a great adventure. We are only stopped by our own fear of failure. We should imagine the excitement of success. 11:59

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Episode 145: You can achieve your own level of success. Don't be dissuaded from what you truly want out of your piece of life. 17:11

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Episode 144: Given a choice between optimism and pessimism, we all know which we would choose. That said, we cannot not be naive and must fully nurture our powers of analysis. Being prepared for any result ... 12:18

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Episode 143: We must all nurture our powers of observation. This will give us a sense of gratitude and modesty as we "fight the many battles" in life -- undoubtedly, to a positive end. 17:52

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Episode 142: We must take care of our traditions. Their lack of acknowledgement and respect is slowly eating away at the fabric of our society. The populace is not prepared for change because it has nothing ... 11:53

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Episode 141: Be that determined person you've always wanted to be. This is associated with the habit of success. Learn to reinforce your mission on a daily basis, be determined, personal achievements will ... 19:34

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Episode 140: Social etiquette and graciousness are civilization's tools of human interaction. If we fail to learn these skill sets, we are bound to be compromised in our career goals and in life. 9:34

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Episode 139: Trust in yourself and you will reap a positive and wonderful existence. Yes it's true, life is filled with failure, pain, and suffering. But the success, happiness, and joy of just being alive ... 16:38

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Episode 138: The gift of age is a phenomenon that should be embraced. It is a poison chalice, however, if the body and the mind have not been nurtured during life's journey. But, fortunately, when I seize ... 13:12

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Episode 137: Friendships are an important part of life. A confidant, however, must be of a superior moral quality to help a person grow. 18:37

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Episode 136: Why do we travel? We voyage to gain experience and, through our curiosity and openness, to make the world a better place. 15:11

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Autism and Anxiety: the Role of Interoception 7:46

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Interoception, the ability to recognize bodily signals like heart rate, hunger, temperature..., is often a significant source of stress and anxiety in autistic youth. They may struggle to control the overload their body is experiencing by being unable to recognize the physical symptoms they are experiencing, leading to a potential crisis when the b…

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Episode 135: We must all learn to reflect. It is a busy life, but we should still find a way to give ourselves the gift of thought from time to time. 15:04

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Navigating the IEP Process: Accommodations 12:26

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In this episode, the first in my IEP Basic Series, we’ll look at accommodations (and modifications) on an IEP. This is the first in the series due to the critical nature of accommodations to learning for students with disabilities, and also the complex nature of actually having them work in a classroom. There are many times a student would have lit…

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Episode 134: Color is everywhere. We live in an obviously colorful world. It is important that we allow color to enhance our lives and display and promulgate our Personal Brand. 7:54

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Learning Disabilities: Attributes for a Successful Life 24:18

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In this episode, we’ll learn how a group of successful adults with learning disabilities became successful. There are identifiable, teachable attributes they have in common that are instrumental in their ability to lead successful lives. I use a study conducted by the Frostig Center, a well-known and highly regarded school and research institute se…

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Episode 133: Miracles are inexplicable gifts from the God, Gaia, or the Universe. They are potentially present in everyone's life, but they must be identified and appreciated. Your first miracle was that ... 18:39

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Positive Behavior Support, Part 4: Reinforcement 8:57

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In this episode we'll get into the most important part of a behavior plan, reinforcement. Learn what it is and what it looks like. Remember, the more you know about special education practice, particularly how Positive Behavior Support is supposed to work, the better off you will be at IEP meetings and in being a full member of the team. Here are a…

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High Functioning Autism and Special Interests 15:58

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In this episode we explore the often times very intense personal interests of people with high functioning autism. Are they damaging or should I actually encourage my child to pursue them? We explore this question by reviewing a research article about special interests and autistic adults. The article explores the practical and emotional side of in…

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Episode 132: We should embrace our life because of all my choices, both good and not so good, have brought me to today. Knowing that I truly know nothing, as Socrates tells us, makes me capable of learning ... 11:36

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Technology for Students with Disabilities in General Education Settings 12:32

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For students with disabilities who are in mainly general education classes, the need for effective accommodations is vital. Technology has opened up a new world in what is available to help these students be successful like never before. Previously, being able to read fluently was a necessity to be able to access much of the material presented in a…

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Episode 131: We are all burdened with anxiety. It is a part of any journey. But, the intensity of this emotion can be lessened through education, meditation, and practice. Happiness is hard to achieve ... 12:51

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High School and Students with High Functioning Autism: Obstacles and Optimism 19:57

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This episode looks at the current state of education for high school students with high functioning autism. It is not good. It is not good, but there is hope. The students we are discussing experience exceptionally high rates of intense anxiety in school settings. A combination of factors including the sensory overload, behavior issues due to socia…

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Quick Listen (5 minutes or less): Homework and the Neurodivergent Child 4:59

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A commom complaint from parents of neurodivergent children is that homework is a nightmare. The stress and anxiety it creates for everyone in the family is often far more emotionally costly than any benfit that comes from practicing academic skills. There is a better way that can include work from school, but in a way that will reduce stress, reduc…

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Episode 130: All of us can learn to "grasp hold" of time and become more thoughtful and sensitive. In this way, we will come to the door of wisdom. Then I can ask, how it can be opened. 8:26

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If you'd like to access the full script and take quizzes related to this episode, please visit https://dbawageslave.com/podcast-episode-130/ Music by https://www.free-stock-music.com https://corporate-music-zone.bandcamp.com Alexander Nakarada (CreatorChords) | https://creatorchords.com -- Hosting provided by SoundOn…

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Episode 129: If you want to find that elusive peace in life, work on the development of you, of the self --yourself. Ask yourself, "Am I a hero or a coward?" You know, we all know, the right answer. 9:36

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Positive Behavior Support, Part 3: Replacement Behaviors 5:21

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In this, the third episode in the Positive Behavior Support (PBS) series, the importance of teaching a socially appropriate behavior to replace a maladaptive one a child has been using is discussed. As described in the initial PBS episode, there is a linear sequence to teaching a child what is acceptable behavior in social environments, of which re…

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Episode 128: The problem of perception and perspective has been faced by mankind since time began. Now in the modern era, we can find "common ground" with others if we listen to what the other person is ... 8:35

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In this episode, I explore the subtle but powerful difference between perception and perspective. Through a story about two men arguing over a scratch on a pair of smart glasses, I reflect on how easily misunderstandings arise—and how often we assume others see the world as we do. From family conflicts to global politics, I share why stepping back …

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Positive Behavior Support, Part 2: Function of Behavior 7:28

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To understand how to create an effective behavior plan* a crucial piece is to understand why a behavior occurs. Without this piece of information, accurately determined, a behavior plan will simply not work. It is more complex than it might seem to figure out why a child does what they do, obvious answers can often be wrong. The IEP team needs to k…

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High Functioning Autism and Internet Dangers, Part 4: Keeping Your Child Safe 10:43

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In this episode, the 4th in the High Functioning Autism and Internet Dangers series, the discussion turns to how to keep your child safe. But not only safe but knowing how to become a digital citizen with the rights and responsibilities that go with it. Online activities can be beneficial for this population, but some commonsense limits can greatly…

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Episode 127: All of us can find our own joy and happiness in life through belief in oneself and the commitment to work on my self development. 11:50

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In this episode, I challenge the idea that life is just suffering. I share how joy can be found in simple moments—birds in the park, laughter, meaningful work—and how stress often comes from within. Drawing on personal stories and the wisdom of philosophers like Aristotle, Epicurus, and Jung, I explore how happiness is something we build through ef…

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Episode 126: Never give up on your dreams! You must, however, be realistic and understand that the fulfillment of any aspiration requires training and a minimum of 10,000 hours of experience. Then, all ... 12:36

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In this episode, I reflect on the power of dreams—and why we must never let others talk us out of them. Through stories of students, artists, and a young woman with Paris in her heart, I explore how our dreams reveal our purpose, sharpen with time, and connect us to something greater. Life is hard, yes, but we have a choice: to be the hero or the v…

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High Functioning Autism and Internet Dangers, Part 3: Realized Radicalization 15:44

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In this episode we continue out look into the radicalization dangers of the internet for autistic children and youth. How do kids go from being "alt right curious" to actually joining a radicalized group? And how does the group support these young people's needs once they are involved? The article used in this episode describes a study of young peo…

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Universal Design for Learning: Creating Classrooms for ALL Children 13:24

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Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a method of teaching that embeds accommodations for all students into general education settings. Students who are visual, or auditory, or tactile/sensory learners are taught, and the student can show mastery, in the way that uses their strengths. UDL has been successfully implemented in thousands of classroom…

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High Functioning Autism and Internet Dangers, Part 1: Who is at Risk? 10:10

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How real are the dangers online for young people with high functioning autism and who is vulnerable? How do kids get in (and out of) the life that can sometimes lead to violent extremism? What can you do to protect your child and what resources are available to help? In this episode, we look at a research study that describes who is in danger and w…

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High Functioning Autism and Internet Dangers, Part 2: Yes, Grooming is a Real Thing 8:59

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In this episode, we look at the right-wing radicalism that has exploded online and its effects in the real world. Ironically, many leaders and influencers in the movement, those who are most active and extreme in their online communities, are either autistic or at least self-identify as autistic. We use the book, Black Pill, by CNN correspondent El…

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Positive Behavior Support, Part 1: an Introduction 17:14

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Positive Behavior Support (PBS) - the Basics (Behavior Series Part 1) Over the past three decades Positive Behavior Support (PBS) has become the gold standard for school-based behavior prevention and intervention. It is based on the ethical and moral recognition that aversive responses to problematic behaviors are no longer viable. PBS emphasizes a…

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The Gift of Dyslexic Thinking 14:15

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A study conducted in Great Britain examined potential cognitive gifts that people with dyslexia may possess. It found, that far from being a limiting condition to life success, in fact dyslexic thinkers are our future. Dictionary.com defines dyslexic thinking as, "“…an approach to problem-solving, assessing information and learning often used by pe…

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Episode 125: We all want adventure in life, but few of us seize the opportunity when it is presented -- why not? This is because we are taught to "play it safe" and never take any risks. The self, however ... 11:23

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In this episode, I share my journey walking the Camino de Santiago—900 kilometers, 2 million steps, and a lifetime of reflection. What started as a physical challenge became a deep exploration of belief, identity, and possibility. I talk about the hero’s journey, the wisdom of Pablo Neruda, and the realization that life can be vast or small dependi…