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In this episode, Therese Markow and Dr. Kevin Spencer discuss the innovative use of magic tricks as therapy for children with autism. Kevin found that teaching magic helped children with autism improve social skills, communication, and self-esteem. He developed the Hocus Focus program for schools and the Magic Therapy program for hospitals, both using simple magic tricks with common items. Kevin's research showed significant improvements in social skills and self-esteem using the Social Skills Improvement Scale (SSIS) and the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale (RSES). He also successfully adapted his therapy to virtual formats during the pandemic. Key Takeaways: One of the most significant deficits of traditional social skills programs in the schools is that they try to teach social skills explicitly, through this very didactic structure, but none of that is transferred over to a real-world setting. Doug Henning's formula for magic works well with kids on the spectrum, and really, everyone: The difficult must become habit. Habit becomes beautiful. Beautiful becomes magic. Magic gives kids an avenue to practice social interactions and other social skills that become broadly applicable to other areas of life. In classroom settings, it gives kids a chance to practice both performing and being an audience. Teachers and parents often see the changes before the child does, as the kids are so engaged in the learning and sharing with their friends. There are no expectations that you know how to do magic (unlike other behaviors). It allows for failure to be part of the process, which builds frustration tolerance, persistence, critical thinking, and resilience. "All of the tricks that we teach are done with very ordinary items. It's coins and Q-tips and string and rope and paper clips and rubber bands, because we want them to recognize that the magic is connected to them. It's not connected to a prop." — Dr. Kevin Spencer Episode References: TDF: https://www.tdf.org/ Connect with Dr. Kevin Spencer: Professional Bio: https://kevinspencerlive.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/spencersmagic Website: https://www.spencersmagic.com/ Books: https://www.kevinspencerlive.com/books YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/spencersmagic Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/spencersmagic LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinwspencer/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/magicguy2012 Connect with Therese: Website: www.criticallyspeaking.net Bluesky:@CriticallySpeaking.bsky.social Instagram: @Criticallyspeakingpodcast Email: theresemarkow@criticallyspeaking.net Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.
Bloomdaddy is in celebrating his birthday taking suggestions on the perfect birthday gift for him. Talks politics with Jim Renacci, Browns with Fred Greetham and Kevin Spencer, and Lt. Randy Sutton on the national guard shooting in D.C.
Bloomdaddy is in talking Shedur Sanders and the Browns getting a road victory against the Raiders. Talks to Fred Greetham and Kevin Spencer on that. Politics with Jim Renacci, Royal Oakes, and Anthony Russo. PLUS flying this holiday season? Bloomdaddy catches up with Aviation Analyst Jay Ratliff on air travel.
It's a Fun Friday edition of the Bloomdaddy Show, talks Thanksgiving/Black Friday horror stories, side dishes, and more. A new installment of the Ex-Files. A hiring manager talks about the job outlook, and talks Browns and Shedur Sanders with Fred Greetham and Kevin Spencer.
Bloomdaddy is in with Pat Butler talking Thanksgiving traditions. Speaks to Governor Mike DeWine on sports betting. Fred Greetham and Kevin Spencer on the Browns AND 2x AL Manager of the Year Stephen Vogt joins the show.
Bloomdaddy and Scott Davidson break down a Browns loss against the Jets, as Cleveland falls to New York 20-27. We also hear from DMAN, Mike Snyder, Kevin Spencer and Carmen Angelo. Plus tons of your calls and texts as well.!!
Bloomdaddy talks to Fred Greetham and Kevin Spencer about Browns losing to the Jets. Speaks to a member of TSO about the upcoming Christmas schedule. Gambling expert Scott Davidson joins to talk Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz gambling story as the plot thickens. PLUS Rob Walgate joins to talk politics.
Bloomdaddy talks NFL trade deadline and the moves the Browns made-or didn't make. Brings in long time NFL assistant coach Kevin Spencer and Fred Greetham from the Orange and Brown report to discuss it. Academy-Award Nominated actor Ethan Hawke joins to talk his latest series. Royal Oakes from ABC news talks politics, PLUS a Tuesday Tirade and MORE.
Bloomdaddy talks to Fred Greetham and Kevin Spencer about the Browns bye week and Kevin Stefanski turning over the play calling to Tommy Rees. Final thoughts on the World Series and how they don't preach fundamentals anymore. Political talk with Jim Renacci on a Monday and Natalie Leek on Providence House happenings.
Bloomdaddy talks Browns with Kevin Spencer and Fred Greetham, regarding the rumor of whether or not the Browns are considering Myles Garrett. PLUS all sorts of Halloween talk.
Bloomdaddy is talking about the Browns and whether or not they should be starting Shedur Sanders after the bye week. Welcomes in Fred Greetham and Kevin Spencer to discuss Browns. Cavs talk with Tim Alcorn, and Politics with Jim Renacci.
Bloomdaddy is talking Local Hauntings and if you've ever had a paranormal experience. Takes calls on both of those. Talks more of this NBA betting scandal with WTAM Gambling Expert Scott Davidson. Browns with Fred Greetham and Kevin Spencer. PLUS the latest installment of the Ex-Files.
Bloomdaddy talks Browns with Kevin Spencer and Fred Greetham, after that 31-6 dismantling of the Miami Dolphins. Paul Robinson joins to talk about an event going on in Cleveland this week. PLUS Jim Renacci on politics and City Council President Blaine Griffin on the recent developments surrounding the Browns relocation to Brook Park.
Bloomdaddy speaks to Ken Prendergast, and Mike Polensek about the latest about the latest movements in the Browns relocation to Brookpark. Welcomes in Kevin Spencer and Fred Greetham to talk Browns upcoming game vs the Dolphins at home and what to make of Joe Flacco lighting it up on Thursday night vs the Steelers. PLUS favorite childhood costume and worst horror movie you've ever seen.
Bloomdaddy, Fred Greetham, and Kevin Spencer ponder which move doomed the Browns more... To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bloomdaddy welcomes in the latest installment of Politics Left, Right, Center. Discusses the verdict on the Bionca Ellis trial. More local news stories, and Browns talk with Kevin Spencer and Fred Greetham.
Bloomdaddy is in on a Friday talking politics with Pastor James Davis and Anthony Russo. Dennis Manoloff joins the program to talk Browns/Steelers and Browns QB talk. Long time NFL assistant coach Kevin Spencer and Fred Greetham also join to talk Browns. PLUS Bloomdaddy plays a sound clip he found on YouTube and gets caller reaction.
Bloomdaddy talks to Jordana Miller from ABC about the ceasefire deal to begin ending the war in Gaza. The latest powerful edition of Everybody Has a Story. Browns traded Greg Newsome to Jacksonville, Kevin Spencer joins the show to talk about that and more Browns. PLUS an informal survey on politics and marriage.
Bloomdaddy talks Browns Vikings game, what he liked, what he didn't like. Talks Browns with Fred Greetham and Kevin Spencer. Politics with Jim Renacci and Dennis Manoloff joins in to talk Browns as well.
Bloomdaddy discusses the ending of the Guardians season and welcomes in Jimmy Watkins from Cleveland dot com. Does an abbreviated edition of Countdown to Kickoff with Scott Davidson, Kevin Spencer, Mike Snyder, and Greg Brinda. PLUS fun Friday legend Pat Butler is in to talk college radio, Keith Urban, and MORE.
You can watch the VIDEO version of this episode here: https://youtu.be/4fUKvgkF9rQ?si=wpPv5HqEH2BAn-Wy In this episode, the Retro Movie Geek crew is geeking out over the fact that it's time for Spooky Flix Fest 2025 and this year's theme where to find all the episodes this year's movies and much, much more! .......................................................................................................................... .......................................................................................................................... .......................................................................................................................... LISTENER FEEDBACK: Leave us your voicemail feedback at (484) 577-3876. Check out Darrell's other cool podcasts here. Check out Peter's Retro Reviews here. Check out The Forgotten Flix Podcast here. Special thanks to Kevin Spencer for the fantastic show logo! Special thanks to Hayden for the use of his fantastic music for our opening theme this episode! You can check out more from this amazing artist here! Special thanks to Retro Promenade for the use of music from the album Carpenter. Music use permitted under a Creative Commons license. CLICK HERE and get a copy of the album and support these fantastic artists!
Bloomdaddy is talking Guardians playoffs heading into the Wild Card round at home vs. the Tigers. Browns get beat again, talking Browns with Fred Greetham and Kevin Spencer. PLUS it's Cavs Media day, and Bloomdaddy hears from Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley. Finds time to discuss politics with Jim Renacci.
Bloomdaddy is talking to Jensen Lewis, Greg Brinda about the Guardians playoff push. Kevin Spencer joins to talk some Browns after that big win vs Green Bay. PLUS more on Jimmy Kimmel. Jim Renacci joins to talk Politics.
Bloomdaddy is in with Fun Friday legend Pat Butler and Mov...talking about Guardians with Manager Stephen Vogt ahead of the weekend series vs the Twins. Browns talk with Kevin Spencer and Terry Pluto. Dennis Manoloff also pops in to talk Guardians. AI de-aging, gym class stories, and the weirdest thing we've ever seen parents doing growing up.
Bloomdaddy dives into the latest on Charlie Kirk with Jeremy Rosenthol and Jim Renacci. Browns with Fred Greetham and Kevin Spencer. A little Guardians talk to as they still make strides towards a wild card berth.
Bloomdaddy continues to talk about the Charlie Kirk assassination. Guests include Bill Carpenter, and Dr. James Hurley. Browns in Baltimore this Sunday, previews the matchup with Fred Greetham and Kevin Spencer. Guardians take 3 of 4 from the Royals as they continue to chase a Wild Card spot. Stephen Vogt joins to preview the weekend series vs the White Sox. PLUS the latest edition of the ex-files.
Bloomdaddy talks Browns/Bengals from yesterday with Kevin Spencer and Fred Greetham. Politics with Jim Renacci. Some WTAM programming news and MORE.
It's Fun Friday and Pat Butler is in, talking about an incident that almost rose to a kerfuffle here at the iHeart studios this week. Who would we want on our side from th e office if we ever did get into an altercation? Those answers, plus Cowboys Eagles spitting incident from Thursday Night Football, and both Fred Greetham and Kevin Spencer talk Browns Football prior to their matchup vs the Bengals. Guardians Manager Stephen Vogt also joins to talk weekend series vs Rays.
Bloomdaddy is from Progressive Field ahead of the Guardians/Rays series. Talks Browns final pre season action and Browns QBs with Kevin Spencer and Fred Greetham. Politics with Jim Renacci and Jim Tressel calls to talk fitness initiative.
Bloomdaddy is in talking Guardians after getting swept by the Braves over the weekend to close out their homestand. Talks Browns with guests Fred Greetham and Kevin Spencer. Politics with Jim Renacci, and Bob DiBiasio joins to talk Guardians/Indians.
Bloomdaddy is back from vacation coming to you from Progressive Field ahead of the Guardians Marlins series. Guests include Rafael Hernández-Brito talking Guardians, Jimmy Watkins, Joe Noga talking Guardians, Kevin Spencer talking about Browns, and Rob Walgate talking politics.
Bloomdaddy is accompanied by Pat Butler, Dennis Manoloff and David talking about everything relating to the NFL Draft and dissecting the moves the Browns made, didn't make, and would like to see them make in the coming rounds. Guests include Kevin Spencer and Fred Greetham PLUS the return of the Ex-Files.
Bloomdaddy is joined by guests Jim Renacci, discussing Trump and all things pertaining to Tarrifs. Get's the latest about the Browns and what they might be thinking in the draft with Kevin Spencer, Longtime NFL Coach and Bloomdaddy Show NFL Analyst, as well as Fred Greetham from the Orange and Brown Report. PLUS Bloomdaddy is in a bit of a...pickle...and has a scenario he wants to run by you to get your thoughts. All that and MORE.
Bloomdaddy is talking about Browns and their bid for Brookpark. Teachers and the Union. Guests include Tim Alcorn, Brad Garrett, Kevin Spencer talking about possible QB moves for the Browns-could they include Aaron Rodgers? Rob Walgate also joins. PLUS the return of Everybody Has a Story.
Bloomdaddy is in talking wall to wall Browns, after the news of Myles Garrett deciding to stay with the team after signing an extension. Guests include Fred Greetham, Terry Pluto, and Kevin Spencer. Browns also trade for QB Kenny Pickett and Greg Brinda joins to discuss the continued ineptitude of the Cleveland Browns and if this latest QB move puts them over the top and makes them a playoff contender.
Bloomdaddy calls upon his four horsemen of the Browns apocalypse, Dennis Manoloff, Kevin Spencer, Fred Greetham and Greg Brinda to join him throughout the show and give their top two scenarios for the upcoming NFL Draft for the Cleveland Browns. Nic Barlage joins to talk the renaming of Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse to Rocket Arena. All that and MORE!
Topics include what restaurant did you eat at back in the day that you no longer frequent or haven't in a while. Kevin Spencer joins the show to talk about if the Browns should entertain bringing in Aaron Rodgers and then draft Sanders and allow Aaron to mentor or tutor the young QB. A hot take on the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nominees, Tim Alcorn on the Cavs at the all-star break and Everybody Has a Story on Hayden Grove who is recently featured on NBC's the Voice.
Bloomdaddy gives his reaction to Super Bowl LIX and talks about all the ins and outs of it. Halftime Show, Commercials, the Game-it's all covered. Guests include Carmen, Dennis Manoloff, Kevin Spencer, and Jim Renacci.
Bloomdaddy is back with his most explosive Monday show to date. All the information and reaction to the Myles Garrett trade request. Guests include Fred Greetham, Tom Withers, Terry Pluto, Mike Snyder, Kevin Spencer, and David Olcott Business Strategist.
Bloomdaddy is in with a Fun Friday, talking to guests Kevin Spencer talking about the NFL Playoffs and, of course, the Browns. WTAM Gambling Expert Scott Davidson give us his picks for this upcoming NFL Championship Sunday. The latest installment of the Ex-Files and some check ins from ABC News reporters peppered in as well. Has your pizza order changed at all in the past seven years? All that and more on a Fun Friday edition of the Bloomdaddy Show!
We're joined by Ron Metzler with the Downtown Green Bay Optimists. He shares what the club is all about and the work that is done with youth in our community. From getting kids fishing with local police officers to speaking contests, it's all about supporting and teaching the kids in the community. Then illusionist Dr. Kevin Spencer joins to talk about the work he's doing next week in Oshkosh! He'll be working with the youth in the school system using magic to bring people of all different backgrounds together. It will culminate with shows at The Grand Oshkosh on the 16th and 17th. Amazing work! Maino and the Mayor is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-9 am on WGBW in Green Bay and on WISS in Appleton/Oshkosh. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast lineup. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with Maino and the Mayor! Guest: Ron Metzler
Ron Metzler with the Downtown Green Bay Optimists. He shares what the club is all about and the work that is done with youth in our community. From getting kids fishing with local police officers to speaking contests, it's all about supporting and teaching the kids in the community. Then illusionist Dr. Kevin Spencer joins to talk about the work he's doing next week in Oshkosh! He'll be working with the youth in the school system using magic to bring people of all different backgrounds together. It will culminate with shows at The Grand Oshkosh on the 16th and 17th. Amazing work! Maino and the Mayor is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-9 am on WGBW in Green Bay and on WISS in Appleton/Oshkosh. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast lineup. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with Maino and the Mayor! Guest: Ron Metzler
Bloomdaddy is in with Pat Butler, Dennis Manoloff an David for another Fun Friday show. Bloomdaddy NFL Analyst and former NFL assistant coach Kevin Spencer joins to talk about Browns QB future. Fred Greetham from the Orange and Brown report also joins to talk about the future of the Browns. PLUS Mike Mailles joins to talk about the city plans to retain or move on over the Browns potential move to Brookpark.
This week on Faisel and Friends, we are discussing Embracing the Future of Advanced Primary Care. Faisel and Dan are talking with Dr. Vikki DiGennaro, CEO of Pioneer Physicians Network, and Dr. Kevin Spencer, Chief Clinical Officer of Agilon Health.Our conversation explores the proven outcomes of risk bearing primary care, the benefits of going into a patient's environment to provide more personalized care, and the impact of changes to medicare advantage policy and ACO Reach.
You can watch the VIDEO version of this episode here: KICKING OFF SPOOKY FLIX FEST '24! (youtube.com) In this episode, the Retro Movie Geek crew is joined by Jason Grooms (find more from Jason here, here & here), and they're geeking out over the fact that it's time for Spooky Flix Fest 2024 and this year's theme where to find the bonus episodes this year's movies and much, much more! .......................................................................................................................... Special thanks to Midnight Syndicate (find more Midnight Syndicate scares here) for letting us use the tunes Ghost Light and Green Room from the album The Brimstone Club, for Spooky Flix Fest 2024! .......................................................................................................................... .......................................................................................................................... LISTENER FEEDBACK: Leave us your voicemail feedback at (484) 577-3876. Check out Darrell's other cool podcasts here. Check out Peter's Retro Reviews here. Check out The Forgotten Flix Podcast here. Special thanks to Kevin Spencer for the fantastic show logo! Special thanks to Hayden for the use of his fantastic music for our opening theme this episode! You can check out more from this amazing artist here! Special thanks to Retro Promenade for the use of music from the album Carpenter. Music use permitted under a Creative Commons license. CLICK HERE and get a copy of the album and support these fantastic artists!
Spencer German is joined by former Browns Coaching Assistant Kevin Spencer this week who gives his interpretation about where the Browns roster is currently and how he thinks the premiere players may perform this upcoming year.
In Episode 115 of “The Trusted Advisor,” RSPA CEO Jim Roddy sits down with Kevin Spencer, President of VAR Rod Plus Solutions, to discuss his leadership journey and his upcoming RetailNOW 2024 presentation “Dynamic Leadership: Igniting Growth, Navigating Change & Empowering Teams.” Spencer shares how embracing visionary leadership has impacted his reseller organization, which actions have freed up his time to work on his business, and who inspired him to make the leap from employee to entrepreneur. “The Trusted Advisor,” powered by the Retail Solutions Providers Association (RSPA), is an award-winning content series designed specifically for retail IT VARs and software providers. Our goal is to educate you on the topics of leadership, management, hiring, sales, and other small business best practices. For more insights, visit the RSPA blog at www.GoRSPA.org. The RSPA is North America's largest community of VARs, software providers, vendors, and distributors in the retail, restaurant, grocery, and cannabis verticals. The mission of the RSPA is to accelerate the success of its members in the retail technology ecosystem by providing knowledge and connections. The organization offers member-to-member warm introductions, education, legal advice, industry advocacy, and other services to assist members with becoming and remaining successful. RSPA is most well-known for its signature events, RetailNOW and Inspire, which provide face-to-face learning and networking opportunities. Learn more by visiting www.GoRSPA.org.
You can watch the VIDEO version of this episode here: On this episode, the Retro Movie Geek crew is geeking out over The Bridge on the River Kwai (1957) and the scope of the movie the cast & director stubbornness & pride a big announcement and much, much more! Synopsis: Critically acclaimed, The Bridge on the River Kwai contains plenty of high-powered excitement set against the background of World War II. Captured by the Japanese, British soldiers and their ranking officer, Colonel Nicholson (Alec Guinness in an Oscar winning performance), are forced to construct a strategic railroad bridge. Despite cruel treatment by the brutal Colonel Saito (Sessue Hayakawa), Nicholson displays unyielding courage, and the bridge becomes a matter of obsessive British pride to him. Meanwhile, the British High Command has instructed a commando team (William Holden, Jack Hawkins and Geoffrey Horne) to destroy the vital span. A monumental film with an unforgettably explosive climax! ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: LISTENER FEEDBACK: Leave us your voicemail feedback at (484) 577-3876. Check out Darrell's other cool podcasts here. Check out Peter's Retro Reviews over at ForgottenFlix.com here. Check out The Forgotten Flix Podcast here. Special thanks to Kevin Spencer for the fantastic show logo! Special thanks to Hayden for the use of his fantastic music for our opening theme this episode! You can check out more from this amazing artist here! Special thanks to Retro Promenade for the use of music from the album Carpenter. Music use permitted under a Creative Commons license. CLICK HERE and get a copy of the album and support these fantastic artists!
In this episode we talk to Kevin about what he is up to now. He trasitioned from his touring illusion show to performing at hospitals and resarch centers around the world teaching the tecniques and benifits of his non profit the Healing of Magic. wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli
In this episode we talk to Kevin Spencer who inspired me early on in my career. Kevin toured colleges with a large illusion show that had amazing backdrops and lighting rigs including lasers and fog. We talked to kevin all about his life leading up to what he is doing nowadays and then ran out of time so part 2 will be coming out in just a couple of weeks. wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli