Best Aaron DeVries Podcasts (2026)

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168 - Thriving Where Life Finds You: Disability, Purpose, and Inclusion with Stephen Wagstaff 44:26

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In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron sits down with Stephen Wagstaff to explore what it truly means to thrive where life finds you. After a life-altering spinal cord injury at 19, Stephen shares his journey through disability, faith, caregiving, marriage and purpose. Together, they unpack a powerful reframe of inclusion—from doi…

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167 - Why Schools Must Stop Being Afraid of Inclusion with Jake Edgar 36:35

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In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron sits down with special education leader and advocate Jake Edgar to unpack what inclusion really looks like in practice. Drawing from nearly 15 years in self-contained classrooms, public schools, and residential behavioral settings, Jake shares why inclusion is a delicate balance—not too littl…

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166 - “You Matter”: Inclusion, Fatherhood, and the Power of Belonging with Jacob Esser 32:29

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In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron sits down with Jacob Esser—dad, advocate, and founder of Dads of Down Syndrome—to explore what inclusion really looks like when it’s lived out daily. Jacob shares his powerful definition of inclusion as helping others realize they matter, reflects on his journey into the Down syndrome communi…

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Ep. 140: How Authors Turn Books into Client-Attraction Engines with Henry DeVries 37:35

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Most business owners think a book is about selling copies. Henry DeVries knows better. In this episode, Henry DeVries, publisher of Indie Books International, host of Agency Rainmaker TV, and ghostwriter/editor of more than 200 business books, including a McGraw-Hill international bestseller, breaks down how a book can become one of the most powerf…

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165 - What Educators and Parents Get Wrong About Behavior with Dr. David Palmer 35:37

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In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron welcomes Dr. David Palmer, educator, advocate, and father of six neurodivergent children, for a powerful conversation about inclusion, belonging, and nervous system regulation. Drawing from his journey as a parent, teacher, and adult diagnosed with ADHD, Dr. Palmer challenges traditional view…

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164 - Inclusion Isn’t Optional: Lessons from the Professor of Perseverance with Dr. James Perdue 35:03

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In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron sits down with Dr. James Perdue, known as the “Professor of Perseverance,” to talk about resilience, inclusion, and life after a spinal cord injury. James shares the life-altering moment that left him paralyzed, his journey through depression and acceptance, and how perseverance reshaped his …

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163 - Beyond Placement: What Real Inclusion Looks Like with Tim Villegas 33:04

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In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron sits down with Tim Villegas, Director of Communications for the Maryland Coalition for Inclusive Education and founder of the Think Inclusive podcast. Tim shares his personal journey from special education teacher to national inclusion advocate and unpacks what inclusion really means beyond p…

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162 - Redefining Neurodivergence: Inclusion for All Minds and Bodies with Pasha Marlowe 32:35

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In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron sits down with neuroinclusion expert and therapist Pasha Marlowe for a powerful conversation about what true inclusion really looks like. Together, they unpack late-in-life neurodivergent discovery, challenge limiting societal norms, and explore how leaders can build workplaces that honor all…

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Ep. 139: Coaching Leaders for a Business As UnUsual World with Rick Yvanovich 45:37

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In this episode, I sit down with Rick Yvanovich, CEO and Founder of TRG International, to explore leadership through the lens of mentoring, coaching, and human-centric growth. With more than four decades of global experience across finance, technology, and human capital, Rick shares how coaching leaders, not just implementing systems, is the real d…

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161 - Different, Not Broken: Rethinking Neurodiversity with Lila Low-Beinart 31:44

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In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron sits down with psychotherapist and neurodiversity educator Lila Low-Beinart for a powerful conversation on what true inclusion looks like from the inside out. Lila shares her lived experience as a neurodivergent clinician, the roots of neurodiversity-affirming therapy, and how understanding—n…

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160 - Making Every Child a Reader: Inclusion from Day One - The Eyewords Approach with Jennifer Orr 29:43

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In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron sits down with educator and inclusive literacy expert Jennifer Orr to explore how early learning, empathy, and universal design create meaningful access for every child. Jennifer shares her journey as both an educator and parent, the research behind her multisensory Eyewords approach, and how…

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159 - Cultural Responsiveness That Sparks Real Inclusion with Jebeh Edmunds 32:39

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In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron sits down with educator, author, and cultural consultant Jebeh Edmunds for a rich conversation on inclusion, cultural responsiveness, and the power of storytelling. Jebeh shares her journey from Liberian immigrant to teacher, entrepreneur, and bestselling author, offering practical insights f…

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158 - Guilt, Grace & Growth: What Parents with Chronic Illness Need to Hear with Hilary Hodge 31:02

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In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron sits down with author and advocate Hilary Hodge to explore the realities of parenting with a chronic condition. Hilary shares her journey through severe asthma and Addison’s disease, the lack of resources for parents navigating hospitalizations, and why she wrote a book to fill that gap. Toge…

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Ep. 138: Laugh, Learn, Lead: Kevin Hubschmann on Using Comedy as a Workplace Superpower 32:49

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In this episode, Paul talks with Kevin Hubschmann about using comedy as a workplace superpower. They discuss improv, failure, brain science, creativity games, and the small communication shifts that create big impact. A fun, practical look at how humor and authenticity make teams stronger and more adaptable.…

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157 - Grit, Gratitude, and Growing Through Change with Laura Bratton 32:36

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In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron sits down with speaker and change-navigation expert Laura Bratton to explore her journey of losing sight as a teenager and learning to live fully in a sighted world. Laura shares powerful insights on self-respect, faith, grit, and gratitude as tools for navigating life’s most challenging tran…

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156 - Changing Minds, Changing Worlds: Inclusion from the Inside Out with Joshua Dvorkin 35:41

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In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron welcomes Joshua Dvorkin—a psychotherapist, coach, and spinal cord injury survivor—who shares his extraordinary journey of defying medical odds and rebuilding his life after a life-changing accident. Joshua opens up about resilience, gratitude, and the mindset shift that turned tragedy into pu…

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155 - We Are the Most Beautiful People: Redefining Disability and Beauty with Zian Chavez 34:05

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In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast, host AAron welcomes artist, activist, and art therapist Zian Chavez, producer of the award-winning documentary We Are the Most Beautiful People: Adults with Disabilities. Zian shares their journey as a queer, non-binary, neurodiverse, Spanish, Indigenous, New Mexican living with multiple sclerosis, and …

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154 - Beyond Presuming Competence: Seeing Every Learner’s Brilliance with Dr. Vaish Sarathy 29:06

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In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast, host AAron sits down with Dr. Vaish Sarathy — educator, scientist, and mom to an 18-year-old non-speaking poet with Down syndrome and autism. Together they unpack what it truly means to “assume intelligence aggressively,” challenging outdated ideas about IQ, communication, and learning potential. Vaish …

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Ep.137: The Future of Law Is Human: Chris DiBella on Empathy, Growth, and Tech That Serves People 38:39

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In this episode, Paul sits down with Chris DiBella, Founder and CEO of DiBella Law Offices, a nationally recognized personal injury firm known as much for its results as its humanity. Chris shares how he built a multi-office, high-growth firm by putting people at the center of every decision, from clients and staff to the communities he serves. Chr…

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153 - Mind, Body and Inclusion: A New Approach to Neurodiversity with Jacob Reimann 31:59

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In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast, host AAron welcomes London-based healer and coach Jacob Reimann, who shares his transformative journey from trauma and mental illness to developing an integrative process for healing ADHD, dyslexia, and PTSD. Jacob explains how nervous system reflexes, trauma release, and mindful breathing can bring bal…

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152 - Holding Space, Not Pity: A Conversation on Dignity and Disability with Dr. Kim Fields 30:34

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In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast, host AAron sits down with Dr. Kim Fields, a former corporate executive turned educator, advocate, and coach, who shares her journey from burnout to rediscovering purpose after losing mobility. Together, they explore how empathy transforms inclusion from compliance to connection. Kim opens up about the b…

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151 - Curiosity as the First Step Toward Inclusion with Dr. Kristen Donnelly 36:34

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In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast, host AAron sits down with Dr. Kristen Donnelly — researcher, social worker, and co-owner of an intentional, nontraditional manufacturing company in Philadelphia. Together, they unpack what it means to truly see people as people, the dangers of burnout in American culture, and how curiosity can drive inc…

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150 - I Can Totally Do That: Youth Leadership and Disability Advocacy with Alena Skinner 42:01

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In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast, host AAron talks with high school senior and disability advocate Alena Skinner, who shares her journey of inclusion through 4-H, adaptive horseback riding, and her own podcast, I Can Totally Do That. Alena opens up about her experiences with cerebral palsy, her leadership role in expanding disability ac…

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Ep. 136: Breaking Through the Noise: Building a Brand, a Team, and a Life You Love with Sean Olsen 29:04

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Sean Olsen, founder of the Olsen Law Firm, shares the lessons every entrepreneur needs to hear about standing out in a crowded market. From using storytelling to build a memorable brand to turning client experience into your most powerful marketing tool, Sean offers a roadmap for competing against bigger players with bigger budgets. He also dives i…

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149 - Created in God’s Image: Rethinking Disability with Jeremy Neuheisel 41:22

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In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast, host AAron sits down with Jeremy Neuheisel, a passionate advocate for disability inclusion, faith, and purpose. Jeremy shares his personal journey navigating life with a disability, his reflections on faith and scripture, and the challenges of transportation and access in his community. Together, they e…

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148 - Something Special Be: Family, Disability, and the Fight for Dignity with Hugh Flynn 40:36

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In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast, host AAron talks with author and advocate Hugh Flynn, whose memoir Something Special Be captures the journey of seeking conservatorship for his brother with a disability. Hugh shares powerful lessons from growing up in an inherently inclusive family, his views on “playing nice” as the foundation of incl…

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147 - Radical Self-Compassion and the Power of Authenticity with Elena Rangel 33:51

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In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast, host AAron sits down with trans non-binary life and recovery coach, Elena Rangel, for an honest conversation about inclusion, authenticity, and self-compassion. Elena shares their journey of embracing identity, redefining success beyond perfectionism, and transforming neurodivergence into strength. Toge…

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146 - Advocacy with Grace: Redefining Digital Inclusion with Eric Dingler 43:01

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In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron sits down with legally blind entrepreneur and inclusion advocate Eric Dingler to unpack what it really means to make digital and physical spaces accessible for all. Eric shares his journey from navigating life with ocular albinism to helping businesses embrace universal design—not out of fear…

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Ep. 135: Enterprise Architecture in Motion: Aligning Strategy, Speed, and Scale with Aaron Busch 34:08

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What does modern Enterprise Architecture really look like in an era of digital transformation? In this episode, Aaron Busch, Enterprise Architect at Prescriptive Data Solutions and veteran of nearly 30 years in, shares his blueprint for transforming data centers and cloud environments while keeping business strategy front and center. We cover how t…

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145 - Inclusion by Design: Building Learning Spaces That Work for Everyone with Tracy King 32:18

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In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron sits down with Tracy King, CEO of InspirEd, to unpack the intersection of neurodiversity, inclusion, and leadership. Tracy shares their late-in-life AuDHD diagnosis and how that shaped both their parenting and professional journey. Together, they explore why neuroinclusion isn’t just compassi…

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144 - Stripping Away Labels: Inclusion and the Mind of Christ with James Early 38:41

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In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron welcomes James Early, host of The Bible Speaks to You podcast, to explore what it truly means to live with the mindset of Christ. James shares insights from his prison ministry and coaching program, highlighting the power of compassion, forgiveness, and seeing people beyond their labels. Toge…

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143 - Yoga, Coaching, and Intuition: Tools for Inclusive Living with Tera Ajeet 35:58

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In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron welcomes Tera Ajeet, a coach, spiritual guide, and advocate born blind in the Netherlands. Together they explore the meaning of inclusion, reframing limitations as strengths, and the power of intuition in personal growth. Tera shares her experiences navigating school, travel, and daily life w…

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142 - Beyond Accommodations: True Inclusion for Dyslexic Learners with Russell Van Brocklen 39:26

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In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron welcomes dyslexia researcher and advocate Russell Van Brocklen to share his journey from struggling with a first-grade reading level to transforming the way students with dyslexia learn. Russell explains how focusing on a child’s unique interests and shifting from articulation-first to word-a…

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Ep. 134: Bridging Risk and Technology: How CyberSecure Is Fixing Cyber Insurance with John Czapko 32:40

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In this episode, I sit down with John Czapko, CEO of CyberSecure, a leader with 26 years of experience in IT before founding a successful commercial insurance firm. That rare blend of technical expertise and risk management insight gives John a unique perspective on one of today’s biggest business challenges: cyber insurance. John explains why the …

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In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron sits down with counselor and coach Kathy O’Connell to explore the intersection of disability, inclusion, and dating. Kathy, who lives with cerebral palsy, shares her personal journey of self-advocacy, navigating early exclusion, and eventually finding love. Together, they unpack the challenge…