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Best podcasts about mary susan

Latest podcast episodes about mary susan

Utility Strategy Podcast
Housing Data and Asset Management ft. Mary Susan Knauss

Utility Strategy Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2022 59:04


On the twenty-fifth episode of the 4M Utility Strategy Podcast, we sit down with Mary Susan Knauss to talk about utility asset management from an insider's perspective. How can we better maintain, house, and utilize reliable data in the field of asset management? What are the main various data sources/ Why is it important to house utility data in one centralized system? She also explains why progress has been slow in updating the way asset managers house and share utility data with each other in order to have accurate data in real-time.Mary has over thirty years of expertise in the field since she began her professional career at AT&T in 1981 where she managed their systems operations center for seven years. Currently, Mary is serving as a board member of the Hudson Development Corporation and as president-elect of the NYS GIS Association. From 2006 until 2019 Mary was a Senior Transportation Analyst for the New York State Department of Transportation. She developed GIS/ mobile GPS Solutions for Departmental inventory and asset management. She also managed their Geospatial analysis to support contract & construction planning.Host: David Horesh (Director of Marketing)

Mama Bear Podcast
186. I'm back from my unexpected break!

Mama Bear Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2022 29:35


7 Days Free of the Mama Bear Daily at https://mamabearmedia.teachable.com/p/mama-bear-daily Mary Susan's art: www.marysusanmcconnellart.com  

Mama Bear Podcast
184. Automate Your Life: 9 areas to automate your life today

Mama Bear Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2022 34:49


In this episode, Mary Susan talks about 9 areas that caregivers can automate / delegate to free up space for their life.  Find the Mama Bear Daily HERE https://mamabearmedia.teachable.com/p/mama-bear-daily Find the Reimagine Your World: A Creative Course for Caregivers HERE https://mamabearmedia.teachable.com/p/reimagine-your-life-a-creative-course-for-caregivers

LOMAH Special Needs Podcast
#160 - Survival Mode

LOMAH Special Needs Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2022 55:13


Our family barely survived and is just now emerging from a hard two years that where spiraling into aggression, self injury, and rapid regression for Miranda. It took intention to make it through to the other side as a caregiver. This episode shares some of the struggles and impact they had on Kim's mental and emotional health. Joining and contributing to the conversation is Mary Susan McConnell. Kim and Mary Susan swap caregiving stories and strategies that point to the truth that hard seasons are to be expected in the journey so it is important to have strategies that protect our physical, mental, and emotional health.  Mary Susan's heart beats big for caregivers and she is continually creating and sharing content to help us be our best selves for our kids. She has created a free downloadable book, a podcast, an online corse for entrepreneurs, an online corse to help caregivers reimagine their world, daily words of encouragement delivered to earbuds each morning, downloadables such as a free coloring book, a master folder for the most important caregiving information, and a  list of small things we can do (think twinkle lights!) to bring more joy in the day to day, 1:1 coaching opportunities, and more! Find all of these things at marysusanmcconnell.com

survival mode mary susan
Stay Human
075. Sean & Mary Susan McConnell

Stay Human

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2021 59:47


Since releasing his first album independently at just age 15, GRAMMY-nominated singer, songwriter and producer Sean McConnell now has a robust catalogue under his belt, including songs recorded by artists like Little Big Town, Tim McGraw, Martina McBride, Brad Paisley, Rascal Flatts, Brothers Osborne, Christina Aguilera and more. Sean earned his first Number 1 single as a writer on the country charts with Brett Young's “Mercy" in early 2018, and his objective with his most recent album as an artist titled A Horrible Beautiful Dream is to reflect the chaotic time in which it was made, while still striving for timelessness.  Mary Susan McConnell is the host of the popular Mama Bear Podcast, a space she created for fellow women raising children in profound circumstances and author of the ebook, We're Going to Have Fun Damnit: Transparent Tales of Thriving & Struggling in the Extreme Circumstances of Special Needs Parenting. As a former middle school teacher, she holds her Master's in Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment and a Doctorate in Special Education.  Sean and Mary Susan live in Nashville, TN with their magical daughter Abiella (who happens to have severe cerebral palsy), their amazing dog and two pigs. www.seanmcconnell.comIG: @sean_mcconnell, @marysusanmcconnellSpotify: Sean McConnell Mama Bear Podcast: Listen on Apple PodcastsGet the book: www.marysusanmcconnell.com/shop NOTE: As a quick head's up, the production team is taking a break to celebrate the holidays. Make sure you're following the Stay Human podcast on your favorite podcast listening app with your notifications turned on, so that you're the first to know when the next episode drops! Michael's album Work Hard And Be Nice is out now: https://orcd.co/work-hard-and-be-nice Keep in touch with Michael online: www.michaelfranti.com The Stay Human podcast is available wherever you listen to podcasts: www.stayhumanpodcast.com PODCAST EPISODE CREDITS:Executive Producers: Michael Franti and Activist Artists ManagementProducer: Angie Griffith for BPOSITIIVArtist Manager: Caitlin Stone for Activist Artists ManagementManagement Coordinator: Bryce Matthews for Activist Artists ManagementSocial Media Manager: Kaitlyn ParmenterIn Partnership with: American Songwriter Podcast Network  Presenting Sponsor: Gibson Brands  Instrumental from: “Crazy For You” by Michael Franti Editing by: Al Peterson for Resonate RecordingsAdditional Editing by:  Roger Gowdy for Page Turners Studio

STAY HUMAN
075. Sean & Mary Susan McConnell

STAY HUMAN

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2021 59:47


Since releasing his first album independently at just age 15, GRAMMY-nominated singer, songwriter and producer Sean McConnell now has a robust catalogue under his belt, including songs recorded by artists like Little Big Town, Tim McGraw, Martina McBride, Brad Paisley, Rascal Flatts, Brothers Osborne, Christina Aguilera and more. Sean earned his first Number 1 single as a writer on the country charts with Brett Young's “Mercy" in early 2018, and his objective with his most recent album as an artist titled A Horrible Beautiful Dream is to reflect the chaotic time in which it was made, while still striving for timelessness.  Mary Susan McConnell is the host of the popular Mama Bear Podcast, a space she created for fellow women raising children in profound circumstances and author of the ebook, We're Going to Have Fun Damnit: Transparent Tales of Thriving & Struggling in the Extreme Circumstances of Special Needs Parenting. As a former middle school teacher, she holds her Master's in Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment and a Doctorate in Special Education.  Sean and Mary Susan live in Nashville, TN with their magical daughter Abiella (who happens to have severe cerebral palsy), their amazing dog and two pigs. www.seanmcconnell.comIG: @sean_mcconnell, @marysusanmcconnellSpotify: Sean McConnell Mama Bear Podcast: Listen on Apple PodcastsGet the book: www.marysusanmcconnell.com/shop NOTE: As a quick head's up, the production team is taking a break to celebrate the holidays. Make sure you're following the Stay Human podcast on your favorite podcast listening app with your notifications turned on, so that you're the first to know when the next episode drops! Michael's album Work Hard And Be Nice is out now: https://orcd.co/work-hard-and-be-nice Keep in touch with Michael online: www.michaelfranti.com The Stay Human podcast is available wherever you listen to podcasts: www.stayhumanpodcast.com PODCAST EPISODE CREDITS:Executive Producers: Michael Franti and Activist Artists ManagementProducer: Angie Griffith for BPOSITIIVArtist Manager: Caitlin Stone for Activist Artists ManagementManagement Coordinator: Bryce Matthews for Activist Artists ManagementSocial Media Manager: Kaitlyn ParmenterIn Partnership with: American Songwriter Podcast Network  Presenting Sponsor: Gibson Brands  Instrumental from: “Crazy For You” by Michael Franti Editing by: Al Peterson for Resonate RecordingsAdditional Editing by:  Roger Gowdy for Page Turners Studio

Unleashing the Kingdom with Susan Dewbrew
Why Did Jesus Send Mary? | Susan's Story

Unleashing the Kingdom with Susan Dewbrew

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2021 43:15


Susan Dewbrew began her faith journey believing that women were not permitted to lead or teach men. "Silence your women!" was what she thought Paul said (which isn't what Paul said at all, as we heard in the previous episode). Here is a glimpse into the story of how Susan went from strong defender of the traditional message that "women are secondary" to the message of unity through equality. Listen now!SUBSCRIBE & SHARE | Learn more at kingdombrewing.com.

Mamas Well - Parenting Conversations on Foster Care and Adoption

Host Tara Hutton celebrates her 50th birthday and the 50th episode of the Mamas Well Podcast with friend and mentor Mary Susan McConnell. McConnell, an adoptive momma, coach, and founder of the Mama Bear Podcast was instrumental in the launch of Mamas Well and joins Tara for an inspirational conversation about raising special children, listening to your heart and more!!! For more on Mary Susan and the Mama Bear Podcast visit: https://www.marysusanmcconnell.com To meet Mary Susan, her daughter Abi, and uber talented songwriter husband Sean, watch the video of his newest release "Price of Love" - https://youtu.be/xW3YiunWwao ______________________________________ Join the Mamas Well Community for the latest podcast releases, useful resources and Wisdom From The Well Cards HERE: https://www.mamaswell.com/community​​...​ To download this week's Wisdom from the Well Card, as well as the cards for all past and future episodes.. https://mamaswell.com/wftw-sign-up/​​​​​ Subscribe to Mamas Well YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC5B52aJ6...​... Subscribe and listen to Mamas Well on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...​... Mamas Well on Socials Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mamaswelll​​...​

You Do Woo
The Mama Bear Podcast Replay

You Do Woo

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2021 52:16


Today's episode is a replay from when I was on my dear friend Mary Susan McConnell's podcast “Mama Bear Podcast” in November 2020. We chat all things Human Design so this is a great episode for a quick review of HD and to share with friends who don't yet know about Human Design.If you are a parent or know a parent of children with medically complex or profound needs, Mary Susan is your go-to person. Give her a follow on Instagram and check out her website.https://www.marysusanmcconnell.comhttps://www.instagram.com/marysusanmcconnell/If you want to dig into your HD chart you can book a zoom reading with me or do your own reading via the links below:https://www.aligneddesigns.co/work-with-mehttps://www.aligneddesigns.co/doyourownreadingSnap a screen shot of this episode, share & tag me on Instagram. I love hearing how you liked the episode!!! https://www.instagram.com/aligned.designs/Get 15% Off with Blu Blox. Coupon Code is: YouDoWoohttps://www.blublox.com/?rfsn=6396827.40d523See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mommy Magic
An Open Discussion on Mental Health Awareness featuring Sherman Burdette

Mommy Magic

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2021 48:59


Mary Susan & Sherman have an open discussion about Mental Health Awareness. Sherman shares his journey with clinical depression and the important role of self-awareness and seeking help.

Mama Bear Podcast
156. The amazing Melanie Dimmitt, author of "Special: Antidotes to the Obsessions that Come with a Child's Disability" is with us today!

Mama Bear Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2021 35:47


Melanie Dimmitt is on the show today! Mel is an Australian business, arts, and lifestyle journalist. She has created content for branding and marketing agencies and is a freelance journalist, ghost writer, and content creator. Today, Mary Susan and Mel discuss her book Special: antidotes to the obsessions that come with a child's disability.  ENTER the giveaway to win a free copy of "Special" by Melanie Dimmitt and a copy of Mary Susan's ebook, "We're Going to Have Fun, Damnit" at @marysusanmcconnell on Instagram.  Also, follow Mel on IG: @the_special_book  "Special" is available to purchase online in the US at places like Amazon and Barnes & Nobel. It's also available as an ebook and audiobook in all the places you can download ebooks and audiobooks. Here are some links: https://www.amazon.com/Special-Antidotes-obsessions-childs-disability/dp/1925384683/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=, https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/special-melanie-dimmitt/1136910525?ean=9781925384680 Find Mary Susan at www.marysusanmcconnell.com 

Mommy Magic
Managing Drama featuring Sherman Burdette

Mommy Magic

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2021 41:01


Sherman Burdette and Mary Susan get real about managing drama in everyday relationships and the Power of The Pivot! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Adventures in Autism
Episode 123- Catching up with powerhouse mama bear, Mary Susan McConnell

Adventures in Autism

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2021 52:52


Today I’m chatting with returning guest, Mary Susan McConnell. Mary Susan and I are catching up about how life looks very different since she was last on the pod in January 2020. Mary Susan shares how her daughter, Abiella, has been doing through quarantine and how her medical needs have been a huge consideration during this season. We’re also talking about their amazing school district and how they have really accommodated Abi and other children with profound needs. Later, we’re discussing all the amazing projects Mary Susan has been working on. In addition to her podcast, The Mama Bear Podcast, Mary Susan has also written a book, put out an online course, started coaching other special moms on pursuing their dreams AND launched a daily membership podcast as well. Mary Susan is truly INSPIRING and everything she puts out is heartfelt and authentic to who she is. As always I throughly enjoyed our conversation and I hope you enjoy listening! Connect with Mary Susan: IG: @marysusanmcconnell Website: marysusanmcconnell.com Podcast: The Mama Bear Podcast Sponsors: Audible audibletrial.com/adventuresinautism Making Authentic Friendships makingauthenticfriendships.com Connect with Megan: IG: @adventuresinautismpod FB: @Adventures In Autism Podcast Email: adventuresinautism2018@yahoo.com Enjoying the show? I would so appreciate your rating & review! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/megan-carranza/message

Mommy Magic
Better Days...Choosing Hope in 2021

Mommy Magic

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2020 12:38


Mary Susan shares her view on hope during uncertain times and how believing in better days is a choice. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Mama Bear Podcast
147. Requested Show: Getting Over the Resistance of Starting Something New

Mama Bear Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2020 39:21


In this requested episode, Mary Susan talks about the resistance that can happen when you're ready to start something new. Whether it's beginning a new business venture, putting something creative into the world, or developing a dream vacation for your child with special needs, resistance can cause major stalling. Throughout the episode, Mary Susan shares how resistance played a role in getting her doctorate in special ed, writing and publishing her ebook, "We're Going to Have Fun, Damnit", beginning the Mama Bear Podcast, & starting a coaching practice for special needs mamas- while simultaneously being the mama to her wonderful daughter with profound special needs. Resistance can happen no matter what the new venture is, and it's important to not let it unconsciously break down your dreams.  www.marysusanmcconnell.com 

Mama Bear Podcast
146. A Decade or More of Newborn Sleep: Special Needs Mamas Share Their Journeys

Mama Bear Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2020 37:47


In this episode, Mary Susan shares her own journey with sleep and reads responses to a recent IG post that elicited more than 70 comments from fellow special needs mamas experiencing the same thing.  Access the FREEBIES and get on the email list HERE.

Mama Bear Podcast
145. Six Things You Could Delegate by Tonight + A Pumpkin Pie Fiasco

Mama Bear Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2020 44:15


Check out Mary Susan's freebies below: Inclusive Dream Team Coloring Book and more... In this episode, Mary Susan dives into 6 ways to delegate when you're leading a busy life and how unconscious agreements may keep you stuck. 

Living the Sky Life - Autism Journey
S2: Episode 55 - Podcast host, writer & educator; this amazing mother helps other caregivers find their passion & fulfill their own dreams

Living the Sky Life - Autism Journey

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2020 37:04


Mary Susan McConnell is a native Tennessean who has been having a helluva good time since her arrival at Baptist Hospital in the late Spring of ‘84. She is the host of the popular Mama Bear Podcast- a space she created for fellow women raising kids with special needs. She is married to singer/songwriter Sean McConnell and is the mother to their 9 year old Ghanaian beauty, The Magical Abiella. As a former middle school teacher, she has her Master's in Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment and her Doctorate in Special Education. In her spare time she likes to work in her pottery studio, stalk the Carter Family on Instagram, and dance like everybody's watching. Mary Susan’s mission in both her writing and her podcast is to help women around the world hear other people say the things they are already feeling. As the mom to a child with profound special needs, she knows the power of connecting with other people who get it. The world of special needs parenting can be both isolating and overwhelming. It is Mary Susan’s mission to help women feel seen, breathe deeper, acknowledge their innate badassery, and approach their lives with a sense of bravery, excitement, and perhaps a little bit of humor. Connect with Mary Susan: IG:@marysusanmcconnell or her website www.marysusanmcconnell.com ***************************************** To purchase my book “Welcome to My Life – A Personal Parenting Journey Through Autism” click HERE!! You can easily stay connected to the Living the Sky Life podcast and me in various ways.  Please visit my website www.lauriehellmann.com for all the links. I'd love to hear what you think, so if listening on the Apple platform, please leave a written review and rating of the podcast!  If you are interested in being a guest on an episode of Living the Sky Life, please contact me!

Mama Bear Podcast
142. Halloween + 2020 + Listener Ideas: Includes mentions of sensory, dietary, allergies, mobility, accessibility, non-verbal, and more considerations

Mama Bear Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 14:58


In this episode, Mary Susan shares ideas IG followers sent her in regards to this year's celebrations along with what she and her family have done at home the past few years with her daughter's sensory/diet considerations.  Find the host, Mary Susan McConnell here:  Her ebook: We're Going to Have Fun, Damnit: Transparent Tales of Thriving & Struggling in the Extreme Circumstances of Special Needs Parenting Her course: Make More Money, Mama  (enroll here) Her freebies (includes a 20 page inclusive coloring book!)  Her website: www.marysusanmcconnell.com  

Mama Bear Podcast
141. An Exhaustive List of Hacks for When You're Exhausted

Mama Bear Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2020 43:51


In this episode, Mary Susan shares creative ways she has found to handle exhaustion (besides 17 cups of coffee) and the types of fatigue that many parents raising children with special needs experience.  Check out Mary Susan's online course "Make More Money, Mama" HERE: https://mama-bear-media-w-dr-mary-susan-mcconnell.teachable.com/p/make-money-mama Check out Mary Susan's eBook, "We're Going to Have Fun, Damnit" HERE: https://www.marysusanmcconnell.com/shop         

Mama Bear Podcast
140. You Can Enroll in my Course, "Make More Money, Mama" Today!

Mama Bear Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2020 32:57


In this episode, Mary Susan shares how her coaching practice led her to create a course designed for full-time caregivers- and how they can creatively fulfill their bank accounts and their spirits. (Turning passions into profits without a ton of time).  Enroll today. Make More Money, Mama: Creative Ways to Seriously Increase Your Income When You're Also a Full-Time At-Home Caregiver Empower Hours can be booked HERE. 

Rocci Stucci
What Does The American Flag Mean to You | The SitRoom

Rocci Stucci

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2020 53:52


First segment, we welcome first time guest, Mary Susan to the program Mary talks about March with Grace that will be held October 3rd in Minnetonka, MN. To register, please send email to: TrumpWomen2020@gmail.comSecond segment, Rocci and Scotty talk about the importance of the flag, and why we are so passionate about it. Please join the conversation..Website: http://StreamingTalkRadio.comDONATE: https://paypal.me/RocciStucciMerch: https://www.etsy.com/shop/rsmediashopKickAss Beef Jerky (Code: meatball for 15% off) https://kickassbeefjerky.comRocci's Private FB: https://www.facebook.com/RocciStucciSrRocci Stucci Media FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/RocciStucciMedia

Mama Bear Podcast
139. Creatively Increase Your Income When You're Also a Full-Time Caregiver

Mama Bear Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2020 44:47


In this episode, Mary Susan recognizes how many women have shown interest in finding ways to increase their income and re-enter the professional space while simultaneously being a full-time caregiver.  Learn more about Mary Susan's coaching options and apply HERE.  Take the survey to share your preferences for the Making Money Workshop HERE.   

Mama Bear Podcast
138. Shooting the Sh*t w/ my Husband, Sean, 6 Months into Quarantine

Mama Bear Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2020 43:41


In this episode, Sean and Mary Susan try to talk about nothing- nothing related to the pandemic or big decisions anyhow. They somewhat, succeeded.  Apply for coaching from Mary Susan HERE.  Find Sean @sean_mcconnell on IG 

Mama Bear Podcast
137. Addressing Sexual Boundaries & Other Complicated Behaviors (Go Listen to the Lomah Special Needs Podcast)

Mama Bear Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2020 22:17


In this episode, Mary Susan discusses the very important episode her friend and fellow podcaster / special needs mama Kim Albrecht just published on her show the Lomah Special Needs Podcast.  Click HERE to listen to Kim's very important episode of the Lomah Special Needs Podcast: 116. Complicated Behaviors: Touching of Self and Others. Click HERE to learn more about Mary Susan's coaching services for mamas raising children in extreme circumstances. Click HERE if you want to snag yourself a spot in a 4-week intensive at the current price. (Prices change 8/1/2020). If you want to sign up for a Home-Learning Brainstorm Session w/ Dr. Mary Susan McConnell CLICK HERE.     

Mama Bear Podcast
136. Seriously, What the Hell is Going On??? + 2 Things I'm Doing this Week to Feel Better (Quarantine)

Mama Bear Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2020 29:41


In this episode, Mary Susan talks about the brutal place of unknowing that so many parents are finding themselves in right now, especially those whose children receive special education services, in regards to school amidst the covid-19 pandemic. She also talks about 2 things she's personally doing this week to help her feel better. Want to work with Mary Susan directly? Choose from the links below:  Ready to book an "Empower Hour" today? Click here.  Ready to apply for a 4-week intensive? Click here.  Want to learn more before you make a move? Click here.  I hope to work with you!

Mama Bear Podcast
134. Groundhog's Day + School??? + Our Beloved Sarah (Quarantine)

Mama Bear Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2020 33:37


In this episode Mary Susan speaks about the stresses of quarantine (specifically for families raising kids with unique needs), walking through the unknowns of school, and a story about her beloved Sarah (angel dog).  Book your personal Empower Hour with Mary Susan today!  Find Mary Susan at www.marysusanmcconnell.com and on IG & FB @marysusanmcconnell  

Mama Bear Podcast
133. "Can I Put 'Real Food' Through My Child's Feeding Tube?" w/ Special Needs Mama & Co-Founder, CEO of Real Food Blends Julie Bombacino

Mama Bear Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2020 46:29


In this episode, Mary Susan speaks with fellow special needs mama and Co-Founder, CEO of Real Food Blends, Julie Bombacino about the common question, "Can I put real food through my child's feeding tube?"  They discuss the behind-the-scenes of developing a business, solving a need, and that first moment both Mary Susan and Julie had of pushing real food through their kids' tubes and standing back to see how it would go.  Follow Julie on IG/FB: @realfoodblends or www.RealFoodBlends.com. Find Mary Susan at www.marysusanmcconnell.com and on IG & FB @marysusanmcconnell. Please leave a 5-star rating and review if you are enjoying this content. It does so much. Thank you in advance! Learn more about Mary Susan's 4 Week-Intensive and claim your spot here.  This episode is sponsored by Zesh by DotCom Therapy. Zesh offers speech therapy, occupational therapy, and mental health counseling. Therapy for everyone, everywhere.  DotCom Therapy is the leading, therapist-founded teletherapy company offering the highest-quality face-to-face, online therapy services for speech therapy, occupational therapy, mental health counseling, educational audiology, and school psychology.  "When your child needs therapy, they deserve nothing but the best. We know you're busy, so we bring our quality therapists to you, on your time. With Zesh by DotCom Therapy, you have access to high-quality speech therapy, occupational therapy, and behavioral health services at your fingertips.  In 5 easy steps, your child is custom-matched with the top DotCom therapists to fit their unique needs. Once you've chosen the perfect fit and time that works for you, your child works with their therapist on our secure online platform in face-to-face teletherapy sessions. By removing location as a barrier, Zesh offers quality therapy on your time.  Get started today by scheduling your first session". Check out Zesh by DotCom Therapy at the link below: www.dotcomtherapy.com

Transatlantic History Ramblings
Episode 27: Typhoid Mary : Susan Campbell Bartoletti

Transatlantic History Ramblings

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2020 83:01


Interview begins at 17:50 Welcome to Transatlantic History Ramblings. Tonight we are so pleased to welcome Newbury Honor recipient, as well as several other literary awards, Susan Campbell Bartoletti to discuss the legacy of Typhoid Mary. We also talk about her newest book How Women Won The Vote Susan writes for kids and teens about topics that can be hard to discuss and understand, topics like The rise of the KKK, The Hitler Youth, Women's Suffrage, and The Irish Potato Famine to name a few. She is an educator, historian, story teller and all around amazing person. check out her website at http://www.scbartoletti.com/ The KEY-CHAINS!! Thank you Shannon.. and everyone, please visit Shannon Thomasson's page at https://www.facebook.com/Shannon.ShesCrafty/ All of our episodes are listed as explicit due to language and some topics, such as historical crime, that may not be suitable for all listeners

Mama Bear Podcast
131. Seven Tips for Working From Home When You Have Children in the House w/ Unique Needs

Mama Bear Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2020 45:23


In this episode, Mary Susan shares 7 tips for working from home when you are simultaneously parenting children with unique needs. Learn more about the individual 4-week intensive Mary Susan mentioned and get on the waiting list HERE. Find Mary Susan at: www.marysusanmcconnell.com IG / FB: @marysusanmcconnell Needing something NEW during quarantine?  Today’s sponsor is StickTogether Products and they have the perfect inclusive art project for this time spent in the house. Use the code Mama Bear at checkout to receive 15% off all orders / all products through June 30, 2020.  OR use this link and the discount will automatically be applied. Stick Together mosaic sticker puzzles are a phenomenal group activity for everyone. There are endless ways to promote inclusion through this product, including sibling play, libraries, classrooms, therapy waiting rooms, group homes, and social events. This can also be a wonderful tool for art therapists. By placing a colored sticker to a coded spot on a poster, groups can slowly create a beautiful masterpiece. Hide the cover and let the end picture be a surprise! Perfect for quarantine right now! A family project that doesn’t require leaving the home. Let’s All Stick Together! #WeStickTogether Find Stick Together at www.letsticktogether.com (notice that’s one “s”) or click the link above to be taken to the shop with your listener discount code of 15% off already applied. Additional StickTogether Facts: Not toxic if accidentally ingested- it’s ok! Made in the USA 5% extra stickers are included in case you lose some or spill something on them The image/Product is very forgiving..it’s ok not to be inside the lines or straight! Start from bottom up….to align pieces… but not required…. Don’t restick very well so don’t try to lift and move it You can roll it up or post on a board and take it anywhere (parks or the porch or the beach!) This is  for young and old, for the whole family…all ages… get you in zen mode…. Focused If you have trouble with attention set a timer to work on it every day for more and more time. The excitement about the mystery picture often enhances attention span as well. Fine motor tips: practicing with a larger copy of the letter and a bigger sticker… then move to the poster with an isolated letter available  Helps with eye hand coordination! It requires very little supervision after the initial instructions- keeps kids busy! Image can be completed in about 2.5 hours with multiple participants or over a few days.   Additional links you may want to check out: Let's Make a Sticker Puzzle- Social Story StickTogether Inclusive Birthday Guide   Mary Susan is loving her StickTogether puzzle and you can see it come together on her instagram @marysusanmcconnell !

Hey Girl
Lemons Into Limonchello

Hey Girl

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2020 33:27


Our world's have been handed some pretty rotten lemons, but we're shaking it up to focus on all the new things we've learned, hobbies we've embraced and online shopping finds. What's your craziest Covid purchase? How are you embracing COVID CHIC? And why is Mary Susan spray tanning in the garage? It's the ultimate catch up, join us! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mary-susan-buhner/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mary-susan-buhner/support

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Mama Bear Podcast
130. Divorce and Life Thereafter (including boundaries) w/ Special Needs Mama & Life Coach Carly Beth Webber

Mama Bear Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2020 37:31


Carly Beth Webber is on the show today sharing her journey walking through divorce and raising multiple children with special needs.  Find Carly and her facebook group for Survivors of Adultery, Abuse, and Abandonment on FB or IG: @carlybethwebber or at www.carlybethwebber.com Needing something NEW during quarantine?  Today’s sponsor is StickTogether Products and they have the perfect inclusive art project for this time spent in the house. Use the code Mama Bear at checkout to receive 15% off all orders / all products through June 30, 2020.  OR use this link and the discount will automatically be applied. Stick Together mosaic sticker puzzles are a phenomenal group activity for everyone. There are endless ways to promote inclusion through this product, including sibling play, libraries, classrooms, therapy waiting rooms, group homes, and social events. This can also be a wonderful tool for art therapists. By placing a colored sticker to a coded spot on a poster, groups can slowly create a beautiful masterpiece. Hide the cover and let the end picture be a surprise! Perfect for quarantine right now! A family project that doesn’t require leaving the home. Let’s All Stick Together! #WeStickTogether Find Stick Together at www.letsticktogether.com (notice that’s one “s”) or click the link above to be taken to the shop with your listener discount code of 15% off already applied. Additional StickTogether Facts: Not toxic if accidentally ingested- it’s ok! Made in the USA 5% extra stickers are included in case you lose some or spill something on them The image/Product is very forgiving..it’s ok not to be inside the lines or straight! Start from bottom up….to align pieces… but not required…. Don’t restick very well so don’t try to lift and move it You can roll it up or post on a board and take it anywhere (parks or the porch or the beach!) This is  for young and old, for the whole family…all ages… get you in zen mode…. Focused If you have trouble with attention set a timer to work on it every day for more and more time. The excitement about the mystery picture often enhances attention span as well. Fine motor tips: practicing with a larger copy of the letter and a bigger sticker… then move to the poster with an isolated letter available  Helps with eye hand coordination! It requires very little supervision after the initial instructions- keeps kids busy! Image can be completed in about 2.5 hours with multiple participants or over a few days.   Additional links you may want to check out: Let's Make a Sticker Puzzle- Social Story StickTogether Inclusive Birthday Guide   Mary Susan is loving her StickTogether puzzle and you can see it come together on her instagram @marysusanmcconnell !

Mama Bear Podcast
129. Raising a Black Teenage Son w/ Profound Autism: Jeniece Stewart, Founder of Special Needs Siblings, Returns to Share her Story

Mama Bear Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2020 46:37


In this episode, Jeniece Stewart, founder of Special Needs Siblings, returns to the show to speak about her experiences as a black woman raising 6 children, including a teenage son with epilepsy and autism. A massive thank you to Jeniece for coming on the show. You can find her at: IG: @jeniecestewart / @special_needs_siblings www.specialneedssiblings.com You can find Mary Susan at www.marysusanmcconnell.com IG: @marysusanmcconnell Needing something NEW during quarantine?  Today’s sponsor is StickTogether Products and they have the perfect inclusive art project for this time spent in the house. Use the code Mama Bear at checkout to receive 15% off all orders / all products through June 30, 2020.  OR use this link and the discount will automatically be applied. Stick Together mosaic sticker puzzles are a phenomenal group activity for everyone. There are endless ways to promote inclusion through this product, including sibling play, libraries, classrooms, therapy waiting rooms, group homes, and social events. This can also be a wonderful tool for art therapists. By placing a colored sticker to a coded spot on a poster, groups can slowly create a beautiful masterpiece. Hide the cover and let the end picture be a surprise! Perfect for quarantine right now! A family project that doesn’t require leaving the home. Let’s All Stick Together! #WeStickTogether Find Stick Together at www.letsticktogether.com (notice that’s one “s”) or click the link above to be taken to the shop with your listener discount code of 15% off already applied. Additional StickTogether Facts: Not toxic if accidentally ingested- it’s ok! Made in the USA 5% extra stickers are included in case you lose some or spill something on them The image/Product is very forgiving..it’s ok not to be inside the lines or straight! Start from bottom up….to align pieces… but not required…. Don’t restick very well so don’t try to lift and move it You can roll it up or post on a board and take it anywhere (parks or the porch or the beach!) This is  for young and old, for the whole family…all ages… get you in zen mode…. Focused If you have trouble with attention set a timer to work on it every day for more and more time. The excitement about the mystery picture often enhances attention span as well. Fine motor tips: practicing with a larger copy of the letter and a bigger sticker… then move to the poster with an isolated letter available  Helps with eye hand coordination! It requires very little supervision after the initial instructions- keeps kids busy! Image can be completed in about 2.5 hours with multiple participants or over a few days.   Additional links you may want to check out: Let's Make a Sticker Puzzle- Social Story StickTogether Inclusive Birthday Guide   Mary Susan is loving her StickTogether puzzle and you can see it come together on her instagram @marysusanmcconnell !

Mama Bear Podcast
128. What Might the Fall Look Like for Schools? w/ Guidance Counselor & Special Ed Advocate Lindsay Williams (Pandemic)

Mama Bear Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2020 47:30


Purchase Dr. Mary Susan McConnell's new ebook, "We're Going to Have Fun Damnit" here.  In this episode, Mary Susan speaks with dear friend and return guest, Lindsay Williams, regarding the behind-the-scenes of the 2020 pandemic within the school system. Lindsay has over a decade of experience as a high school guidance counselor, elementary school guidance counselor, special education advocate, and now graduation coach.  Find Mary Susan at: IG: @marysusanmcconnell / www.marysusanmcconnell.com

Mama Bear Podcast
126. Victoria Silvestri of Gavin's Medical Adventure: Lymphatic Malformation

Mama Bear Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2020 40:48


In this episode, Mary Susan speaks with Victoria Silvestri about their amazing life with their son Gavin. You may already know Victoria from Gavin's Medical Adventures on Instagram. Find Mary Susan at: IG: https://www.instagram.com/marysusanmcconnell/ FB: @marysusanmcconnell Find Mary Susan's eBook, "We're Going to Have Fun, Damnit" at www.marysusanmcconnell.com/shop Find freebies: coloring book, master folder template, and 75 Tiny Things that May Help Amidst the Chaos at Mary Susan's website: www.marysusanmcconnell.com Find Victoria Silvestri:  IG: https://www.instagram.com/gavinsmedicaladventure/ Personal IG: https://www.instagram.com/warrior_mama2118/  

Mama Bear Podcast
123. Sean & I on Raising a Child who is Nonverbal + 7 Weeks of Quarantine Life

Mama Bear Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2020 68:08


In this episode, Mary Susan and her husband Sean McConnell discuss the highs and lows of raising a child who is nonverbal- especially during this quarantine time. They also discuss the things that have helped them during this season, as well as their one big fight over the last 40+ days. (It involves cheese).  Find Sean at:  IG: @sean_mcconnell www.seanmcconnell.com    Find Mary Susan at:  IG: @marysusanmcconnell FB:@marysusanmcconnell www.marysusanmcconnell.com   Find the coloring pages created by Sue Nuenke and her son here: poppingwheelies.weebly.com

Hey Girl
Sorry, Not Sorry!

Hey Girl

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2020 29:37


Sorry...NOT Sorry! Mary Susan and Amanda discuss why women feel the need to apologize for no reason. Amanda finds mice in her garage and Mary Susan dances the night away with The Diva of Disco, Diana Ross. They both vow to start a new habit. This episode was recording before the outbreak of COVID-19. We hope it makes you smile and that you are staying well. xoxo --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mary-susan-buhner/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mary-susan-buhner/support

Ask A Principal
Episode 15: Your Questions about Special Ed, part 3, featuring Mary Susan McConnell (The Mama Bear Podcst)

Ask A Principal

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2020 36:33


To connect more with Mary Susan,  check out her podcast here  (The Mama Bear Podcast) that is geared towards moms of special needs kids. Connect with Mary Susan McConnell on Instagram  (@marysusanmcconnell)And  her website: https://www.marysusanmcconnell.com/

Trauma Informed Educators Network Podcast
Episode #19: Dr. Mary Susan McConnell - Trauma Informed Educators Network Podcast

Trauma Informed Educators Network Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2020 43:34


Dr. Mary Susan is a native Tennessean who has been having a helluva good time since her arrival at Baptist Hospital in the late Spring of ‘84. She is the host of the popular Mama Bear Podcast- a space she created for fellow women raising kids with special needs. She is married to singer/songwriter Sean McConnell and is the mother to their 8 year old Ghanaian beauty, The Magical Abiella. As a former middle school teacher, she has her Master's in Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment and her Doctorate in Special Education. In her spare time she likes to work in her pottery studio, stalk the Carter Family on Instagram, and dance like everybody's watching. Mary Susan’s mission in both her writing and her podcast is to help women around the world hear other people say the things they are already feeling. As the mom to a child with profound special needs, she knows the power of connecting with other people who get it. The world of special needs parenting can be both isolating and overwhelming. It is Mary Susan’s mission to help women feel seen, breathe deeper, acknowledge their innate badassery, and approach their lives with a sense of bravery, excitement, and perhaps a little bit of humor.

Hey Girl
Quaran-Conversations

Hey Girl

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2020 25:03


Catch up with Mary Susan & Amanda on all the quarantine chaos. From Easter gift disasters to Mary Susan's meat locker. Let's social distance TOGETHER. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mary-susan-buhner/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mary-susan-buhner/support

Mama Bear Podcast
122. How to Make a Creative Unit that *Might Give You Allll a Good Break : Quarantine Style

Mama Bear Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2020 29:55


Mary Susan puts her education hat on (she was a middle school teacher, has her Masters in Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment, and her Doctorate in Special Education) to give you FUN ideas for units during this weird time- *IF and ONLY IF- it serves your family. Otherwise- forget it.  Mary Susan can be found at: IG/FB: @marysusanmcconnell www.marysusanmcconnell.com  Get a free inclusive coloring book and more at the website above! 

Mama Bear Podcast
120. Mental Health + Quarantine: Caregivers are at a high risk for anxiety & depression on a good day. Put your oxygen mask on NOW.

Mama Bear Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2020 40:31


Mary Susan speaks friend to friend about the statistics regarding anxiety/depression and the need for parents to really advocate for their mental health during this unusual time.  Find Mary Susan at @marysusanmcconnell on IG / FB www.marysusanmcconnell.com  These articles were mentioned: https://www.nytimes.com/2014/07/29/health/when-the-caregivers-need-healing.html https://www.caregiver.org/depression-and-caregiving  

Mama Bear Podcast
119. "If I Squeeze Your Head I'm Sorry" A Magical Book About Autism & Tourette's from the Perspective of Gwen Vogelzang's Son Rylan

Mama Bear Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2020 52:21


In this episode, Mary Susan speaks with Gwen Vogelzang the co-author of "If I Squeeze Your Head I'm Sorry"- a book she wrote with her son Rylan about his experiences with Autism and Tourette's.  Find Gwen: http://www.ifisqueezeyourheadimsorry.com/ http://www.fourbirdsmobile.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ifisqueezeyourheadimsorry/ Find Mary Susan: https://www.instagram.com/marysusanmcconnell www.marysusanmcconnell.com  

Mama Bear Podcast
118. 20 Listeners (Special Needs Mamas) Share How They're Handling Coronavirus Thus Far + TN Tornado

Mama Bear Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2020 42:11


In this episode, Mary Susan shares listeners responses to her question "How are you feeling about the coronavirus thus far and are you doing anything differently?" Mary Susan not only shares why the podcast has skipped two weeks unexpectedly, but also goes through each response which includes concerns about how changes in routine affect kiddos, thoughts on acquiring prescriptions early, and much more. Thank you to everyone who sent in an answer!

Talkporium
Benjaman Kyle and Mary Susan Humphrey

Talkporium

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2020 14:40


A look into two mysterious cases, one solved and one gone cold, which have investigators stumped. In this episode, I share the story of Benjaman Kyle.  A man found naked and unconscious behind a dumpster with no memory of his identity or how he got there. I also provide the few details available on the cold case murder of Mary Susan Humphrey.

Mama Bear Podcast
117. Explosive Behaviors, Giving Your Child Space To Use Tools, & Processing Grief w/ Your Partner w/ Ashley Stock from Little Miss Momma

Mama Bear Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2020 64:59


In this episode, Mary Susan speaks with Ashley Stock from Little Miss Momma about her family's experience with explosive behaviors, allowing her child to use the tools he's been given, processing grief with your spouse, as well as the beauty of this unique life, and so much more.  Find Ashley at www.littlemissmomma.com IG: @littlemissmomma Find Mary Susan at www.marysusanmcconnell.com IG: @marysusanmcconnell  FB: @marysusanmcconnell 

Mama Bear Podcast
116. Ten Quick Pick-Me-Ups for When You're Really in the Thick of It & Sh*t is Hitting the Fan

Mama Bear Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2020 29:19


In this episode, Mary Susan goes over 10 practices that can take less than a minute - that *might* help when a moment is really difficult. 

hitting thick mary susan
Mama Bear Podcast
114. Forty Efficiency Hacks Sent in by Listeners for Special Needs Parenting: Part 1

Mama Bear Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2020 34:25


In this episode, Mary Susan goes through the first 20 (of 40) special needs parenting efficiency hacks sent in by listeners. 

Mama Bear Podcast
115. Forty Efficiency Hacks Sent in by Listeners for Special Needs Parenting: Part 2

Mama Bear Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2020 28:37


In this episode, Mary Susan goes through the second half of 40 efficiency hacks (#21-40) for special needs parenting, sent in by listeners. 

The Aligned Love Podcast
E31: Mary Susan McConnell: How to Balance Parenting While Following Your Dreams

The Aligned Love Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2019 27:39


Show Notes: Mary Susan is a native Tennessean who has been having a helluva good time since her arrival at Baptist Hospital in the late Spring of ‘84. She is the host of the popular Mama Bear Podcast - a space she created for fellow women raising kids with special needs. She is married to singer/songwriter Sean McConnell and is the mother to their 8 year old Ghanaian beauty, Abiella. As a former middle school teacher, she has her Master's in Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment and her Doctorate in Special Education. She recently delivered a “Becoming Statement” at the beginning of Michelle Obama's final stop of her book tour at the Ryman Auditorium, and gave a keynote for the Diverse Learners Cooperative in Nashville, TN. In her spare time she likes to work in her pottery studio, stalk the Carter Family on Instagram, and dance like everybody's watching. In this episode, Mary Susan speaks to: - Her and Sean's story of adopting a child with special needs - Why you must live life to your fullest potential - How she stays grounded while juggling her dreams and being a mom - The importance of finding “play” in everyday life - How she keeps her marriage strong Follow Mary Susan: Instagram: @marysusanmcconnell Website: marysusanmcconnell.com Follow Lauren: IG: @laurenzoeller Website: laurenzoeller.com Love? Rate it, subscribe and leave a comment below! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebalancedboss/support