POPULARITY
For this episode, Tim Villegas speaks with Russ Ewell, Founder of E-Soccer and Digital Scribbler, CEO of Hope Technology Group, host of the Lead Different Podcast, and father of children with disabilities. We discuss the characteristics of being an inclusive leader. And later in the interview he turns the tables on Tim and asks him some questions about why inclusion is important to him. Thanks for listening, and if you haven't already, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Otter.ai Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/J_6dkIWVIt5ePGi6q1nJYzMzucs PDF Transcript: https://3bd6e695-b492-4878-afa9-f79d8b09e0c4.usrfiles.com/ugd/3bd6e6_84396f23e05e49c89ac53966dd749315.pdf Show Notes: https://bit.ly/TI-Russ-Ewell Cover Art Image Description: black background; think inclusive logo in the top left; rainbow-colored waves overlayed with a headshot of Russ Ewell; text reads: Russ Ewell | Inclusive Leadership; S10E7; MCIE logo in the bottom right Credits Think Inclusive is written, edited, and sound designed by Tim Villegas, and is produced by MCIE. Original music by Miles Kredich. Support Think Inclusive by becoming a patron! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
In this podcast episode, Jesus McDonald interviews Russ Ewell, who is the CEO of Digital Scribbler, a computer software company, whose “built in the garage” origin story typifies Silicon Valley. This garage is more mentality than a place. It is a mindset which says, “If we can dream it, we can build it.” The heart of their dream is leveraging the power of technology to help people overcome their human limits. In addition to Digital Scribbler, Russ Ewell is the Founder of E-Soccer and Hope Technology Group. Russ talks about what motivated him to start these companies, how he finds time to do it all, why he focused on the innovation and technology industry, challenges he had to overcome as an entrepreneur, advice for our listeners, and more. Questions covered: 1. You are the Founder of Digital Scribbler, E-Sports, And Hope Technology Group. What motivated you to start these companies? 2. How do you find time to create and work on these companies with all the responsibilities that you have and with two kids with special needs? How do you do it all? 3. Why did you focus specifically on innovation and technology? Why not any other avenues? 4. What challenges did you have to overcome as an entrepreneur? 5. Do you have any advice for our listeners that may want to start a business or take their leadership position to the next level? 6. Lastly, for those that are interested in learning more about your businesses, how can they get in contact with you or your team? You can also watch the video version of this episode on Jesus McDonald's YouTube channel. For business inquiries contact info@jrmwebmarketing.com
Continuing their conversation about the progression of E-Sports, Russ talks with Greg and Ray about how the program has grown from just a few kids playing soccer to having about 700-800 kids participating per week across the Bay Area; expanded to multiple countries such as China, Guam, the Philippines, and India; and developed into multiple programs such as E-Soccer, E-Hoops, E-Karate, and, more recently, E-Dance. This growth has gained recognition and attention from multiple organizations, including the Warriors and the Earthquakes, leading to collaborations with both. Episode References:Digital ScribblerE-SportsJefferson AwardE-HoopsUniversity of Pacific Dental SchoolUniversity High SchoolWarriors NightUSFSJ Earthquakes“Start Your Own” E-Sports ProgramE-Sports Social Media:FacebookInstagramTwitter
Russ Ewell sits down with Greg Bodzioch and Ray Kim to discuss the background and growth of E-Sports. What began as an effort to have kids with both typical and special needs play soccer together on a small Foster City field, has now expanded nationally and internationally, and grown into multiple programs, including E-Soccer, E-Hoops, E-Karate, and more, partnering with schools like USF and St. Mary’s. Advocacy and inclusion for people with special needs is crucial, but, as USF’s slogan indicate, we can “change the world from here.”Episode ReferencesE-SportsDigital ScribblerChange The World From Here
Drake, Mitski, Ariana Grande — whose albums defined the year? (And will albums matter next year?) Guests: The New York Times's Jon Pareles, Joe Coscarelli and Caryn Ganz
The 5 Levels of Inclusion is an inclusion philosophy developed by Russ Ewell years ago to help guide people on how true inclusion is a holistic approach. Russ sits down with his friend Greg Bodzioch and San Jose State University student Jackson Schaefer, who is studying Inclusive Physical Activity in Communities for his Kinesiology degree and has been a coach in the inclusive soccer program E-Soccer for the past 5 years.Their discussion is sparked by the recent articles of Chris Kaposy and Ruth Marcus. There is a level of dehumanization of individuals with special needs that is neglected in society. This dehumanization can be solved if inclusion is embraced by each person. Often our view of those with special needs results in just sympathy but inclusion is not just the sympathy of those who have special needs but empathy matched with action, because inclusion is not just showing up or bringing a group of individuals with special needs on an outing, but engaging them on all the levels of humanity. They also touch on why Silicon Valley and the Bay Area could be a catalyst location for Comprehensive Inclusion in societies around the world. The 5 Levels of Inclusion: Community – This is social inclusion which can be physical, emotional, intellectual, or spiritual. Connection – This is emotional inclusion, which results in meaningful relationships between typical and special needs individuals. Contribution – This is intellectual inclusion, where the individual with special needs develops a sense of dignity, as they use their ability to make a personal or group contribution to the community. Contemplation – This is spiritual inclusion where the individual is able to pursue some form of meaning and purpose. Comprehensive – Comprehensive inclusion occurs when the individual has experienced 1-4, and benefits from the latest scientific and medical research, as they grow into adulthood and an ever improving quality of life.
Digital Scribbler has launched its pilot episode discussing the benefits and necessity of creating an inclusive environment for everyone. The founders of the internationally known inclusive program, E-Soccer, Russ Ewell and Greg Bodzioch, discuss how they went about beginning the program.With the “e” standing for “exceptional,” E-Soccer was meant to bridge the gap between children with special needs and their neurotypical peers. Since its start in 2001, the program has exponentially grown, expanding from a single soccer field in the Bay Area to programs across the country and world. Today, kids can participate in not only E-Soccer, but a variety of E-Sports as well, ranging from E-Hoops to E-Dance.As Russ and Greg discuss in the podcast, this program is so much more than something to do on a Saturday morning. It provides friends and companions for kids with special needs throughout the rest of their lives, and imparts a perspective and heart to neurotypical children that they will carry with them forever. To find out more about the program, go to e-sports.org to learn how to get involved.Take a listen as they share their story on the first episode of "Digital Scribbler"
Sportlich ist die Saison so gut wie gegessen, dafür gibt es in Podcast-Episode 85 einen bunten Blumenstrauß an "Sonstiges"-Themen, die direkt oder indirekt mit dem Abschneiden unserer Elf in dieser Spielzeit zu tun haben. Bevor wir dazu kommen, sprechen wir aber natürlich erst einmal darüber, wie wir das Wochenende verbracht haben, schauen auf das Landespokal-Halbfinale beim BSV Halle-Ammendorf und wagen eine Prognose zum anstehenden Heimspiel gegen den Chemnitzer FC. Anschließend geht es dann unter anderem um die DFB-Definition von E-Sports, die jüngst verkündete EM-Bewerbung und die Entlassung von Torsten Ziegner in Zwickau. Schließlich wenden wir uns den aktuellen Entwicklungen im Kader des FCM zu und kommentieren dort insbesondere die derzeitige Diskussion um den Wechsel von Tobias Schwede nach Paderborn. Außerdem noch mit im Programm: Der Rückzug des FSV Barleben aus der Oberliga, Jonas Hector und Timo Horn und das Thema "Stadionverbote". Die Pressemitteilung des DFB zum Thema "E-Sports" bzw. "E-Soccer" kann man auf der Verbandshomepage nachlesen. Die Antwort auf die Frage, warum der SC Paderborn in Liga 2 mehr TV-Geld bekommt als der 1. FC Magdeburg, findet sich bei liga3-online.de. Hier geht es zum Kommentar der AG Fananwälte bezüglich des jüngsten Urteils des Bundesverfassungsgerichts in Sachen "Stadionverbote". Die Meldung zum Oberliga-Verzicht des FSV Barleben steht auf der Vereinshomepage. Das war der ausschlaggebende Tweet für die Wahl von @tinaritter05 zur Hörerin der Woche - herzlichen Glückwunsch! Die Kapitelmarken für die aktuelle Folge sind diese hier: 00:00:00 Intro, Sendungsthemen 00:01:33 Rückblick Wochenende 00:08:43 Rückblick Landespokal-Halbfinale 00:18:05 Vorschau Chemnitz 00:32:33 Kaderentwicklung 01:07:37 Neues von Reinhard/Neues aus der Liga 01:14:17 Sonstiges 01:33:46 Hörerin der Woche 01:35:05 Phrasenschwein und Unterstützungsmöglichkeiten 01:39:02 Vorschau auf die nächste Sendung und Outro Viel Spaß mit Episode 85 und wie immer gilt: Wir freuen uns über Feedback, übers Weitersagen und natürlich auch über Eure Rezensionen bei iTunes! Ausgabe 86 erscheint voraussichtlich am 09.05.. --- Thomas' “Fantasy Football”-Elf gegen den Chemnitzer FC: Brunst - Schiller, Hainault, Schäfer - Costly, Sowislo, Weil, Butzen - Türpitz, Lohkemper, Pick Alex’ “Fantasy Football”-Elf gegen den Chemnitzer FC: Brunst - Schiller, Hainault, Schäfer - Costly, Erdmann, Sowislo, Butzen - Türpitz, Lohkemper, Pick --- Ergebnistipps: Thomas: 6:0 | Alex: 3:0 --- Dir gefällt der Podcast? Dann unterstütze doch das Projekt bei Steady! Weitere Unterstützungsmöglichkeiten findest Du auf nurderfcm.de/unterstuetzen.
Today I will be speaking with Russ Ewell; the CEO of Digital Scribbler, Founder of Hope Technology Group which started Hope Technology School (a nationally recognized full-inclusion school and Founder of E-Soccer, an all-volunteer inclusive soccer program. Russ and I discuss the beginnings E-Soccer and how for all intents and purposes it happened by accident. We also talk about how sports programs can become more inclusive when everyone has the right attitude and gets training on how to be proactive instead of reactive. Russ even makes me blush near the end of the interview so make sure to listen to the entire podcast. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/think-inclusive/support