Podcast appearances and mentions of shawn francis

Get ready for a unique twist as Father Hoods Pod teams up with Just Two Dads Podcast for a heartfelt exploration of fatherhood, vulnerability, and community! In this special collaboration, join hosts Brian Altounian and Shawn Francis as they welcome our very own, Manny Digital, as their featured guest. Manny opens up about the therapeutic power of podcasting and how Father Hoods has provided a lifeline of support and understanding for him and his co-hosts, DJ EFN and KGB. Together, they tackle the challenges of fatherhood, emphasizing the importance of presence and connection in shaping the lives of their children. But the conversation doesn't stop there! Manny also challenges traditional notions of masculinity, advocating for vulnerability as a source of strength and authenticity. In a society that often equates vulnerability with weakness, Manny's message is a powerful reminder of the courage it takes to be open and honest about our struggles. Don't miss out on this remarkable episode where boundaries are broken, stereotypes shattered, and the power of community reigns supreme. TUNE IN! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're kicking it old school on this episode of The Cooligans, with OG American soccer content creator, Shawn Francis, making his inaugural appearance on the show to tell some incredible stories!  This is an episode for the American soccer diehards! We're honored to be joined by a long-time friend and true pioneer of the US footy content game, Shawn Francis, to hear about his career covering and working in American soccer. Shawn shares some hilarious stories with great insight to the old days of coverage and compares them to how things have changed today. Christian, Alexis, and Miguelito also recap the midweek Premier League action, with varying results for Arsenal, Everton, and Chelsea. Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say

We're kicking it old school on this episode of The Cooligans, with OG American soccer content creator, Shawn Francis, making his inaugural appearance on the show to tell some incredible stories!  This is an episode for the American soccer diehards! We're honored to be joined by a long-time friend and true pioneer of the US footy content game, Shawn Francis, to hear about his career covering and working in American soccer. Shawn shares some hilarious stories with great insight to the old days of coverage and compares them to how things have changed today. Christian, Alexis, and Miguelito also recap the midweek Premier League action, with varying results for Arsenal, Everton, and Chelsea. Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say

Greg Grunberg (@greggrunberg) hosts Shawn Francis (@iamshawnfrancis) and Brian Altounian (@brianaltounian) of the Just Two Dads podcast about raising children with special needs. See Shawn and Brian every Wednesday @ 11AM PT Live on Facebook! The Talk About It podcast is sponsored by Seizures Are Signs — dedicated to educating families on the importance of early and specific diagnosis by providing an assessment to help get the conversation started, educational information, stories from families who have found a diagnosis, links to advocacy groups, and more. For more information, go to SeizuresAreSigns.com. Seizures are Signs is made available by Jazz Pharmaceuticals.    

In the 1870s and 80s the nation was embroiled in a sensational scandal. Corrupt politicians, post office officials and others conspired to defraud the United States Post Office out of millions of dollars. It was only under the watchful eye of newly elected President James Garfield that an in-depth investigation began.My guest is Shawn Francis Peters, author of "When Bad Men Combine: The Star Route Scandal and the Twilight of Gilded Age Politics." He not only explains the graft and its consequences, but also shares his thoughts about the theory that Garfield's assassination was in fact connected to the scandal.More about the book here: https://lsupress.org/books/detail/when-bad-men-combine/If you haven't done so already, listen to my prior conversation with Shawn about Gilded-Age murderer Harry Hayward at Minnesota's Most Notorious: Where Blood Runs Cold.

Shawn Francis is a successful athlete (18 foot pole vaulter) and successful owner and operator of Team Hoot Pole Vault. He is an author, blog writer, coach, and YouTube instructor of pole vault technique. He also founded the mental health advocacy organization One Whole Life. @TeamHootPoleVault @skyhiandflyjumpcampscoachh7373 YouTube and  @teamhootpolevault @skyhianflyjumpcamps on IG

Dads Shawn Francis and Brian Altounian discuss the launch of their Men's Group for men who are caregivers or partners to those with special needs & why such a group or space is important. Additionally the dads discuss why financial literacy is important to special needs families & basic ingredients of a plan should consist of. Dads Shawn Francis and Brian Altounian discuss the launch of their Men's Group for men who are caregivers or partners to those with special needs & why such a group or space is important. Additionally the dads discuss why financial literacy is important to special needs families & basic ingredients of a plan should consist of. Just Two Dads Facebook=https://www.facebook.com/wearejusttwodads Youtube=https://www.youtube.com/@justtwodads8081 Linkedin=https://www.linkedin.com/in/justtwodads/ Tik Tok=https://www.tiktok.com/@justtwodads Instagram=https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads_podcast/ Registration link for our men's group which launches on 4/22/23= https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1u6_vPhQ8Qp7zhmqEbb3kelK1mUM3Zh48pIP0FayRCHw/edit Shawn Francis Originally from St. Thomas United States, Virgin Islands, Shawn Francis is a dedicated husband, and a father to 7 children.. 2 of which (ages 28 and 31) are daughters from his wife's previous marriage, 4 of which (two boys and two girls, ages 18-22) are his sister-in-law's biological children whom he and his wife Laura became legal guardians to over a decade ago and completed the adoption process four years ago, and one of which is his 16-year-old biological son who was diagnosed with autism at the age of three. He has nearly two decades and a half of experience serving and educating families about their finances. Shawn has served as a member of the Autism Parents Advisory Board at Children's Hospital of Los Angeles and as a volunteer Ambassador with Autism Speaks. Just over 5 years ago, he decided to focus a portion of his business on serving other families with members who have special needs. He is the co-creator & co-host of the weekly podcast, Just Two dads, which spotlights those who serve the special needs community and beyond as well as those who serve as an inspiration to all. He lives in Los Angeles, California. Facebook=https://www.facebook.com/contactshawnfrancis/ Instagram=https://www.instagram.com/iamshawnfrancis/ Linkedin=https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawnf56/ Tik Tok=https://www.tiktok.com/@specialneedsandmoney Brian Altounian Brian Altounian has more than 34 years of experience in the entertainment and technology industries. He has served as a C-level executive for a number of companies and has had much success helping early-stage ventures raise capital and pursue exit strategies such as acquisitions and going-public initiatives. In the entertainment industry, he has served as a Producer, Executive Producer, Co-Producer of a number of television and film projects, including COWBOYS & ALIENS, AUDREY, LOST IN WOONSOCKET, and “Random 1”. His greatest pride & joy is being a father to three children including a 27-year-old daughter who was diagnosed with Apraxia, Microcephaly and Developmental Delays at the age of 18 months, but who, despite being told all of the “normal” life experiences she would miss out on, is now married, a step mother, and a middle-school teacher (just SOME of the things that her Dr. said she would never be able to do.) Brian's second daughter is 23, graduated college with honors and is now living and working in the tech industry in Israel. Brian also has 15-year-old son who is a sophomore in high school and who was recently diagnosed with Crohn's Disease, further rooting Brian to the community of special needs and the medically complex. After entering the financial services industry over 8 years ago educating and serving families about wealth maximization and financial independence. Just over 7 years ago, he decided to focus a portion of his business on serving families with members who have special needs. As part of his service to this community, he is the co-creator and co-host of the weekly podcast “Just Two Dads.” He serves on the Board of Yes I Can Unity Through Music & Education. Facebook=https://www.facebook.com/brian.altounian Linkedin=https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianaltounian/ Instagram=https://www.instagram.com/brianaltounian/ Tik Tok=https://www.tiktok.com/@brianaltounian

Shawn Francis from the Just Two Dads Podcast joins our host and the Author of Autism: Parent to Parent, Shannon Penrod, share words of wisdom about parenting, preparation, finance and more! Don't miss it!   #Parenting #Preparation #Finance   Just Two Dads Links  https://www.youtube.com/@justtwodads8081 https://www.facebook.com/wearejusttwodads/about_details https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/just-two-dads/id1535250142 https://www.pandora.com/podcast/just-2-dads/PC:58667 https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/ebc451ce-b1a1-44f2-b2e1-12ec64dca037/just-two-dads   Autism Network Website  Shannon Penrod's book is out now! Order from the link below! Autism Live's Link Tree Order the book written by the host of Autism Live, Shannon Penrod!  Click Here for Autism Live on Apple Podcast  Autism Network Toy Guide Autism Live on Twitch Autism Live on Spotify Autism Live on IHeartRadio Autism Live on Amazon Audible  

Our guests this week are Brian Altounian and Shawn Francis of Los Angeles, CA. Brian and Shawn are financial advisors who created the Just Two Dads Podcast to help fathers raising kids with special healthcare needs. Every Wednesday at 11am Pacific Time, they host their podcast live on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/wearejusttwodadsThey're quite a compelling duo and they are our guests on this week's Special Fathers Network Dad to Dad Podcast.Email – wearejusttwodads@gmail.com Email Brian – brian.altounian@gmail.com Email Shawn – contactshawnfrancis@gmail.com Brian LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianaltounian/ Shawn LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawnf56/Special Fathers Network - SFN is a dad to dad mentoring program for fathers raising children with special needs. Many of the 500+ SFN Mentor Fathers, who are raising kids with special needs, have said: "I wish there was something like this when we first received our child's diagnosis. I felt so isolated. There was no one within my family, at work, at church or within my friend group who understood or could relate to what I was going through."SFN Mentor Fathers share their experiences with younger dads closer to the beginning of their journey raising a child with the same or similar special needs. The SFN Mentor Fathers do NOT offer legal or medical advice, that is what lawyers and doctors do. They simply share their experiences and how they have made the most of challenging situations. Special Fathers Network: https://21stcenturydads.org/about-the-special-fathers-network/Check out the 21CD YouTube Channel with dozens of videos on topics relevant to dads raising children with special needs - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzDFCvQimWNEb158ll6Q4cA Please support the SFN. Click here to donate: https://21stcenturydads.org/donate/

Did you know that there are 3 domains & TEN categories of life skills? Julie Swanson visits with Shawn Francis to discuss these life skills and more. Julie Swanson is a parent to a thriving child with Autism. She's a special education advocate, & the founder of https://lifeskillslady.com/ which was created to serve as the link between life skills & increased quality of life for those with autism. She is also the author of Your Special Education Rights: What Your School District Isn't Telling You as well as the companion website, https://yourspecialeducationrights.com/, a video-based website that simplifies parent's rights under IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act). — Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/justtwodads LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justtwodads Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearejusttwodads YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-GN4T9fkHEVR5R_16w_7bw #JulieSwanson #LifeSkillsLady #AutismSpectrumLifeSkillsCoach

Finally, I got to redeem myself after not pressing record at Reno while interviewing Shawn Francis, the founder of Team Hoot, creator of his famous pole vault vlog, and most recently the author of The Pole Vault Toolbox!  If you have ever watched Shawn's vlog, you know how creative and talented he is.  You also know how he is full of energy and fart jokes.  It was so surprising and interesting to see the "everyday" Shawn Francis when he is off the vlog though. I saw a very laidback side of Shawn and the depth of his thought on all the aspects of his life.  I have always respected Shawn and his grind, but I found a whole different level of appreciation for who he is and what he has done for the PV community after this podcast. 

In this week's episode of Diversity Be Like, host Sequoia Houston chats with Shawn Francis and Brian Altounian, the dynamic duo of the Just Two Dads podcast. The trio discuss the importance of preparing children with special needs for a successful future, what organizations can do to support their teammates raising children with special needs, the significance of the language we use to describe those with different abilities - and why all of us will be considered “special needs” at some point. Connect with Just Two Dads: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/just-two-dads/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justtwodads Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearejusttwodads YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-GN4T9fkHEVR5R_16w_7bw

In this week's episode of Diversity Be Like, host Sequoia Houston chats with Shawn Francis and Brian Altounian, the dynamic duo of the Just Two Dads podcast. The trio discuss the importance of preparing children with special needs for a successful future, what organizations can do to support their teammates raising children with special needs, the significance of the language we use to describe those with different abilities - and why all of us will be considered “special needs” at some point. Connect with Just Two Dads: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/just-two-dads/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justtwodads Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearejusttwodads YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-GN4T9fkHEVR5R_16w_7bw

Robert B. Andrews MA, LMFT Robert Andrews is the founder of the Institute of Sports Performance in Houston, Texas. Robert is a licensed mental health professional and a mental training and performance expert and works with individual athletes, teams, coaches, and organizations. Robert works with elite athletes who wish to strengthen their mental approach to competing at the highest levels. He has developed a dynamic mental training program that has helped Olympians and Olympic hopefuls in men's and women's gymnastics, trampoline, swimming, diving, judo, fencing, track & field (including Olympians in pole vault), figure skating, and skeleton. Robert also specializes in assisting injured athletes as they overcome the mental and emotional impact of serious sports-related injuries. Robert has worked with active and retired Navy SEALS and their families. He has done extensive work with Gold Star families and has participated in transition forums for SEALS approaching retirement. He has been a presenter and program developer for forums that focus on mental health and wellness for active and retired military. Robert is married to his wife Gisele. They have two children. A son, Galen who played college baseball and a daughter Abby who played high school and club volleyball.www.tinssp.com www.championsmentaledge.com

Dr. Marnie Elam, Professor of Psychology at the University of Massachusetts Global. She has a host of certifications, including mental health response specialist, behavioral therapist specialist, tele-mental health provider, and clinical anxiety treatment professionalSpecial DisclaimerThis podcast represents the opinions of Shawn Francis and Dr. Marnie K. Elam. The content here should not be taken as medical advice and is not intended to assess, diagnose, or treat any medical or psychological condition.  If you think you need immediate assistance, please call 911, or go to your local emergency room.This podcast is for information only. It is not therapy. This podcast is only for informational and educational purposes and should not be considered therapy or any form of treatment. Any person who uses information from this podcast does so at their own risk, and neither Mr. Francis nor Dr. Elam shall be held liable in any way for any outcomes of this use.Privacy is of utmost importance to us. All people, places, and scenarios mentioned in the podcast have been changed to protect patient confidentiality.This podcast should not be used in any legal capacity whatsoever, including but not limited to establishing “standard of care” or as a basis for expert witness testimony. No guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of any statements or opinions made in the podcast.In no way does listening, reading, emailing or interacting on social media with our content establish a doctor-patient therapeutic relationship.

At the age of 17, Tiffany was involved in a life-altering car crash. After a year recovering from her injuries, during which she had the first 13 of what would lead to 20 facial reconstruction surgeries so far, Tiffany was introduced to stunt driving as a means of confronting and overcoming her trauma. But rather than simply helping her overcome her fears, it instead helped her discover her passions and set her on the journey to a life-long career. Soon she was teaching stunt driving to the film and television industry for a world-renowned stunt driving school and working as a SAG-AFTRA performer stunt driving for feature films and television. During her more than 16 years as a professional stunt driver, Tiffany has instructed the military and law enforcement in evasive driving and corporate security defensive driving. In the private sector, she teaches Class A (18-wheeler) License driving. Tiffany is also a Certified Advanced Stunt Driving instructor, she holds a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a Tank Endorsement, is certified in RT-130 Basic Wild-land Fire-Line Safety, and is a Certified Powertrain Specialist. Oh, and for good measure, she spent 2 seasons as a licensed NASCAR Pit Crew Member. She is CEO of both Wreckless Stunt Driving Team & Events as well as Elite Evasive Driving, a government-contracted driving school and wild-land fire emergency services company. In addition to her successful career in the automotive and entertainment industries, Tiffany has been a key employee in her family's business, Advantage Athletics, Inc. where she has held leadership roles in finance and marketing. Her contributions have been instrumental to building the company from start-up to what is today, a profitable and growing patented fitness equipment company. Tiffany also works with Sage Coaching and Counseling‘s spiritual mentoring and grief counseling team providing support to people who are suffering from experiencing traumatic events including life-threatening injuries, disfigurements and major illnesses. She is also in high demand as an inspirational speaker to companies, civic groups, and associations where her life story delivers the hope to all that even life's most threatening events can be overcome. Within Sage, Tiffany continues her passion for business providing support to emerging companies in finance, marketing, and branding.  

On December 3rd, 1894, a dressmaker named Catherine "Kitty" Ging was found shot to death on a snowy Lake Calhoun road in Minneapolis. Police patched together clues and evidence, which ultimately led them to the front door of a charming, scheming scoundrel named Harry Hayward. My guest is Shawn Francis Peters, author of "The Infamous Harry Hayward: A True Account of Murder and Mesmerism in Gilded Age Minneapolis". He shares insight into this sensational murder case and arguably the greatest 19th century villain in Minnesota history. More about the book here: https://www.upress.umn.edu/book-division/books/the-infamous-harry-hayward

Mark Haesly Taught physical education for 37 years, drivers education 28 years, coached pole vault 40 years. Coach Haesly was my high school pole vault coach and the person who really threw gasoline on my pole vault fire. Without him there wouldn't be Team Hoot. 

Jason Gruhl believes that all kids are smart, brave, kind, and creative, and he writes books to help them remember that. As an Author and Psychotherapist for children and adults, Jason is dedicated to making a difference in people's lives and to helping them realize their power and potential. Jason is a former Special Educator and the former Executive Director and Founder of The Joshua School (a school for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and Developmental Disabilities in Boulder and Denver, Colorado). He holds a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology (www.gruhlcounseling.com). When not writing, Jason is addicted to scones, board games, reading, and watching sci-fi movies with his cattle dog, Coby.  www.jasongruhl.com

Robert B. Andrews MA, LMFT Robert Andrews is the founder of the Institute of Sports Performance in Houston, Texas. Robert is a licensed mental health professional and a mental training and performance expert and works with individual athletes, teams, coaches, and organizations. Robert works with elite athletes who wish to strengthen their mental approach to competing at the highest levels. He has developed a dynamic mental training program that has helped Olympians and Olympic hopefuls in men's and women's gymnastics, trampoline, swimming, diving, judo, fencing, track & field (including Olympians in pole vault), figure skating, and skeleton. Robert also specializes in assisting injured athletes as they overcome the mental and emotional impact of serious sports-related injuries. Robert has worked with active and retired Navy SEALS and their families. He has done extensive work with Gold Star families and has participated in transition forums for SEALS approaching retirement. He has been a presenter and program developer for forums that focus on mental health and wellness for active and retired military. Robert is married to his wife Gisele. They have two children. A son, Galen who played college baseball and a daughter Abby who played high school and club volleyball.www.tinssp.com www.championsmentaledge.com

OneWholeLifeMedia.com Dr. Marnie Elam, Professor of Psychology at the University of Massachusetts Global. She has a host of certifications, including mental health response specialist, behavioral therapist specialist, tele-mental health provider, and clinical anxiety treatment professionalSpecial DisclaimerThis podcast represents the opinions of Shawn Francis and Dr. Marnie K. Elam. The content here should not be taken as medical advice and is not intended to assess, diagnose, or treat any medical or psychological condition.  If you think you need immediate assistance, please call 911, or go to your local emergency room.This podcast is for information only. It is not therapy. This podcast is only for informational and educational purposes and should not be considered therapy or any form of treatment. Any person who uses information from this podcast does so at their own risk, and neither Mr. Francis nor Dr. Elam shall be held liable in any way for any outcomes of this use.Privacy is of utmost importance to us. All people, places, and scenarios mentioned in the podcast have been changed to protect patient confidentiality.This podcast should not be used in any legal capacity whatsoever, including but not limited to establishing “standard of care” or as a basis for expert witness testimony. No guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of any statements or opinions made in the podcast.In no way does listening, reading, emailing or interacting on social media with our content establish a doctor-patient therapeutic relationship.

May 19, 2021 | Episode 39 Today just one of the two dads, Shawn Francis, talks about what to consider when taking into account alternative living arrangements for loved ones. — Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/just-two-dads/id1535250142 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justtwodads Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearejusttwodads #justTwoDads #SpecialNeedsParenting #AlternativeLivingArrangements

Today we sit down with former pole vaulter, vlogger, and author Shawn Francis. Shawn shares with us why he started making pole vault videos, why this generation of vaulters like KC Lightfoot, Chris Nilson, and Mondo Duplantis are doing so well, and the importance of mental health in sports. If you enjoyed the episode, make sure to leave a like, give a rating, subscribe, share the show with you friends, and follow us on Instagram @trackworldnews for more track content. New episodes every Tuesday and Saturday! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/trackworldnews/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/trackworldnews/support

May 12, 2021 | Episode 38 In this episode just Two Dads, Shawn Francis & Brian Altounian, have a young sister warrior, founder, and CEO of Making Authentic Friendships, Juliana Fetherman. Juliana is 24 years old, and has a 22 year old brother with ADHD and Autism. His name is Michael. Making Authentic Friendships (MAF) are also her brothers initials. He inspired this initiative. He is very lonely due to his lack of social skills and ability to make friends. She just recently finished her MBA at Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, CT, but resides in Long Island. She is passionate about bettering the lives with those with autism and other special needs, and plan to dedicate her entire life to doing so. Website: https://www.makingauthenticfriendships.com/ — Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/just-two-dads/id1535250142 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justtwodads Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearejusttwodads #justTwoDads #SpecialNeedsParenting #MakingAuthenticFriendships

Jessica Patay, Shawn Francis and Brian Altounian dive into why Life Insurance isn’t something to be nervous, confused, or overwhelmed by - especially for families in the special needs community. There are so many ways life insurance can help families live more easily in the present - as well as prepare their children for the future.Brian and Shawn are hosts of the Just Two Dads podcast and fathers to children with special needs. Shawn has over a decade of experience providing financial education & services to families. Shawn is co-host of the Just Two Dads show, and is an ambassador for Autism Speaks & a member of the Autism Parents Advisory Board of Children's Hospital of Los Angeles. Over the last 30 years, Brian has worked as an Executive across multiple industries. Just under 5 years ago, Brian made the choice to bring his passion & talents to serve the special needs community through to Revolution Financial Management.Brave Together Podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp, an organization working to make professional counseling accessible, affordable, convenient - so anyone can get help, anytime, anywhere from the world's largest network of licensed, accredited, and experienced counselors.  For a 10% discount off of your first month, visit www.betterhelp.comwearebravetogether. 

March 10, 2021 | Episode 29 just Two Dads, Brian Altounian & Shawn Francis, sit down with music professor Bret Lieberman. Bret Lieberman brings to YIC over 20 years of experience working as a mild/moderate special education teacher specializing in working with young adults on the autism spectrum. Lieberman holds a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction from California State Bakersfield and a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communications from California State Northridge. Additionally, Lieberman is a Certified Autism Specialist with the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) and is also a certified New World of Work Instructor, a curriculum developed under the Doing What MATTERS for Jobs and the Economy framework of the California Community Colleges system, which is the largest higher education system in the nation with 72 districts and 115 colleges serving over 2.1 million students each year. Lieberman was awarded Golden Valley High School's first Teacher of the Year award in 2005. Lieberman was also named one of the Santa Clarita's 51 most influential people in 2010 by the Santa Clarita Signal, and in 2014 was honored as one of the 40 under 40 awardees for making a difference in the Santa Clarita community from the Magazine of Santa Clarita. Additionally, Lieberman was honored as one of Canyon High School's Most Influential Teachers. Lieberman also possesses over 20 years of experience in producing musical events throughout the greater Los Angeles area and Santa Clarita Valley. Lieberman is the executive producer and creator of the Summer Meltdown Arts and Music Festival. The Summer Meltdown is the only festival in the world that provides young adults with disabilities an opportunity to produce a concert event side-by-side with music professionals working within the entertainment industry. Website: https://www.yicunity.org/ — Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/just-two-dads/id1535250142 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justtwodads Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearejusttwodads #justTwoDads #SpecialNeedsParenting #SpecialNeedsMusicEducator

February 24, 2021 | Episode 27 “just two dads”, Brian Altounian & Shawn Francis are joined by special needs Warrior & then some, Susan Fink. We can't wait for you to hear her story!! Susan Fink is a marketing executive by trade, a 42 year old single mom, and and autism advocate, supporting other families who have children with autism/special needs through her podcast "Rise with the Light" and helping others push through what they are going through to reach their goals, working through their challenges as a mindset coach. She believes her purpose on Earth is to help other people, to take what she has been through, and what she has learned and worked so hard to push through, the deepest darkest times in my life, so that she could help others do the same. Her personal accomplishments stem from the work she does to help others, but she's able to do this because of what she has pushed through herself, some of the darkest times in her life, to include: - cervical cancer - brain surgery - finalizing a divorce while 8 months pregnant (Separated from her ex, moved - out of their house and two weeks later found out she was pregnant - and decided to go it alone, while working full time and with a high-risk pregnancy) an autism diagnosis for her son at the age of 3 - losing 60 pounds primarily through making huge mindset shifts (She used to be 195 pounds, and have been able to keep off the weight for 2 years) - being single, on a single income, advocating for her son and ensuring he has everything he needs to support him and his challenges The BIGGEST accomplishment for her is going through all of this and coming out stronger, with a stronger mind, heart and wholeness, grounded and able to help other people. This is her purpose. SM Link Page: https://linktr.ee/susanfink.rise — Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/just-two-dads/id1535250142 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justtwodads Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearejusttwodads #love #specialneeds #autismteaches #soldiersoflove #agentofchange

The great Shawn Francis and Colin Waitzman join the podcast to discuss the state of Pole Vault today! Are the Olympics or Track and Field holding back our sport? Also we answer some listener questions on this episode! Keep those questions coming and have your questions answered on the podcast! Email us at apexvaulting@gmail.com

In this episode Shawn Francis joins the show. We cover his experience on the "Public Lands Bus" with Sam Soholt and his first hunts. I hope you enjoy the show.  Instagram: @shawndangerhoot   For all of your tag application needs check out:  https://www.wearethedraw.com/battle-mountain-media More From US: www.battlemountainmedia.com  YOUTUBE: ‘Battle Mountain Media’ Our YouTube channel consists of ‘Hunting’ videos, ‘Gear Reviews’, ‘How To’ videos, ‘Bloopers’, ‘Kill Shot Compilations’, and more. Check it out, we appreciate your support and hope you enjoy the content. We would really appreciate a REVIEW! Can’t get enough? Wicked, check out more from us here: Facebook Instagram Learn More About Us! Website Thank you for tuning in, and we hope you enjoyed the show. Zach Herold

November 18, 2020 | Episode 13 Shawn Francis & Brian Altounian sit down with Burbank Advisory Council Member Konstantine Anthony - Burbank City Council. Konstantine Anthony was diagnosed with autism in 2008 and has worked in disability rights advocacy with various organizations since then, including the Autistic Self Advocacy Network and Hillary Clinton's Disability Action team in 2016. He is a member of the Burbank Advisory Council on Disabilities and was just elected to the Burbank City Council on November 3rd. His son was also diagnosed autistic in 2013, so Konstantine can often be seen navigating the IEP process in his local public school. He also sits in with other parents as an advocate during their IEP meetings. Konstantine works as an in-home support services provider for his son and is always looking for ways to activate disabled individuals in the political process. Website: https://www.konstantineanthony.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearejusttwodads Instagram: @just_two_dads, @iamshawnfrancis @brianaltounian #justTwoDads #specialneedsparenting #disabilityrightsadvocacy

November 11, 2020 | Episode 12 Shawn Francis & Brian Altounian chat with globally recognized, autism specialist, researcher & author Dr. Jennifer Dustow. It is Dr. Dustow's personal mission to assist children in learning and growth in a safe environment. Her research-based approach allows her to reach into the worlds of children and plug them back in so they can actively participate in the world around them. It is her passion to help children and to ensure that each child is treated as an individual, possessing unique abilities that should never be overlooked. ​ Dr. Dustow is a Cognitive Behavioral Learning Specialist. She is the founder and director of the nonprofit Cornerstone Educational Preschool, which offers virtual classes to preschool-age children from a fully equipped classroom in Lanai City, Hawaii. Her child-centered curriculum is based on her scientific, published research findings in the field of autism. ​ Through her private practice, Dr. Dustow works with families and caregivers in individual consultations. She also provides professional support in maintaining academic awareness, facilitating tactical team approaches, achieving school accreditation, and designing behavioral strategies for children of all ages. ​ Additionally, she has worked with students in adolescent day treatment programs to provide services for individuals medically classified as Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD), Conduct Disorder, Autism Spectrum, Oppositional Defiant, Impulse Control, Specific Learning Disability (SLD), as well as unclassified behavior and emotional disorders. ​ Dr. Dustow believes in a collaborative stance with the child's family members, Department of Education personnel, treatment team members, referral sources, along with other community providers to achieve functional outcomes. She holds a Doctoral of Education from Argosy University and is active in the community, volunteering her skills to: ​ The Suicide & Crisis Center Helping Hands Hawaii The Salvation Army Family Treatment Services (Kula Kokua School) Traumatic Brain Injury Committee, Hawaii Branch (Board member since 2005) Website: https://www.drjenniferdustow.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearejusttwo... Instagram: @just_two_dads @iamshawnfrancis @brianaltounian #justtwodads #specialneedsparenting #autismspecialist #autismresearcher #autismauthor

November 4, 2020 | Episode 11 Shawn Francis & Brian Altounian sit down with special needs family life coach Susanna Peace Lovell. Susanna Peace Lovell received her B.A. from UC Berkeley, and is a certified professional life coach and advocate dedicated to the health and wellness of special needs families everywhere. Her own daughter Arizona has multiple challenges and diagnoses including autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, anxiety and myriad food allergies. On her journey of navigating through the worry and heartbreak of raising a special needs child, Susanna found her true life calling: to help other parents find and realize joy and passion in their own lives. It is a gift to realize that your child's potential doesn't have a limit. But to realize your own possibilities are also unlimited is a tremendous breakthrough not to be missed! Susanna can help you unleash this potential within and start soaring in your own life. Website: https://www.susannapeacelovell.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearejusttwodads Instagram: @just_two_dads @iamshawnfrancis @brianaltounian #justtwodads #specialneedsparenting #specialneedsfamilylifecoach

October 28, 2020 | Episode 10 On this episode Shawn Francis & Brian Altounian talk with Jim & Cathy Gott. Jim and Cathy Gott have been married 30 years and have 6 children – two of whom have autism. They live in the Marina Del Rey, California and own & operate two facilities serving those affected with autism and their families. Education Spectrum opened in 1997 and provides social skills classes and community integration for children and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Danny's Farm opened in 2007 and employs adults with developmental differences while serving children with or without special needs at their inclusive petting farm. Jim enjoyed a 19-year career in professional baseball. He pitched for the Los Angeles Dodgers, Pittsburgh Pirates, San Francisco Giants, and Toronto Blue Jays. After a career ending shoulder injury in 1995, Jim hosted KABC “Sports Talk” and was the pitching instructor for Dennis Quaid in the movie “The Rookie.” He has been coaching for 10 years and is currently the bullpen coach for the Philadelphia Phillies. Cathy earned her master's degree in public administration and busies herself in the offices of both Education Spectrum and Danny's Farm. Providing meaningful employment opportunities to this population is among her most rewarding experiences. She serves on the LA County Commission on Disabilities and consults for several organizations serving adults with developmental differences. as a board member of cornerstone housing, she is actively developing an inclusive apartment community, The Village, in west LA. Education Spectrum was recently awarded a grant to guide families through the self-determination program, and she is enthusiastically assisting to inform families about this new service delivery model. Instagram: @just_two_dads @iamshawnfrancis @brianaltounian #justTwoDads #specialneedsparenting #EducationSpectrum #DannysFarm

October 21, 2020 | Episode 9 In this episode Shawn Francis has a candid conversation with Rebecca Campol. Rebecca Campol is a Canadian Autism/ Parent Blogger, from the Okanagan, BC. Her blog, https://www.meohmy.ca/ is a place where she provides readers an intimate and honest look at her family's life with autism. Rebecca's husband and 2 children are all on the autism spectrum. Rebecca states: “I am navigating this family adventure in all its glory. Our lives are filled with love, hilarity, and stressful chaos, which I would not change for the world. With a lack of verbal filters and a surplus of sensory irritants, there is never a dull moment in my comical household. I have surrendered and conformed to a very structured lifestyle. I am the family coach, advocate, and referee. In the words of my family, I am a thoughtful, caring person with obsessive tendencies and a love for everything cozy. It is true- I am a track-pant-wearing, bra-less preferring, medicated warrior. This is my life, my typical life in a very untypical world.” Follow and join Rebecca for a dash-cam view of some of her best (and worst) moments with some tips, tricks, experience, and products along the way. Are you with an online media platform, print publication or community organization? Rebecca would love to work with you! She is available for: Podcasts, Interviews, Writing, Speaking Engagements and Product Reviews. You can also find her at: Facebook Me Oh My Blogs https://www.facebook.com/MeOhMyBlogs LinkedIn Me Oh My Blog https://www.linkedin.com/company/56401330/admin/ #justtwodads #autismspectrum #parentingchildrenwithspecialneeds

October 7, 2020 | Episode 7 Brian Altounian & Shawn Francis are joined by their guest, estate planning Attorney Glen Wagstaff. They discuss the value of estate planning, what happens without it, and what it means in particular to families who have members with special needs.

September 16, 2020 | Episode 4 In this episode Shawn Francis & Brian Altounian discuss how it takes a village to raise children of special needs. When you become a parent of a child with special needs, you immediately become a member of a village that for many can be daunting. Shawn & Brian provide an inside look for those who are facing this incredible calling.

August 19, 2020 | Episode 1 Shawn Francis & Brian Altounian talk over special needs children and the education aspect.

August 12, 2020 | Episode iii Shawn Francis & Brian Altounian talk over the challenges of being parents of special needs children and their mission to empower parents. They talk of why helping other families of special needs children is something near and dear to their hearts.

July 24, 2020 | Episode i Shawn Francis & Brian Altounian share their journey as dads of special needs children. They share their personal journeys and feelings of inadequacy. They hope to be able to engage and provide insight for other parents fortunate enough to be blessed with special needs children.

In Episode #26 Derek talks with Asbury Park FC co-founder Shawn Francis. The New Jersey club have brilliant merchandise, a kit deal with Umbro and a rockstar endorsed cult following on the web. Asbury Park FC has all the makings of a pro club — except for an actual team! Shawn talks in detail about "The Biggest Club You've Never Heard Of", Major League Soccer and more.

On this week's Tune-Up, Benny and Deny put the Lakers big wins over the Bucks and Clippers in perspective and react to the Nets firing Kenny Atkinson. Plus, the guys talk about SXSW being cancelled because of the coronavirus and what that means for artists. Shawn Francis of Asbury Park FC joins the show to talk about the kickoff of the Major League Soccer season. All that and more on the 18th edition of The Tune-Up.

The amazing Shawn Francis joins the podcast again and he talks about his inspiration for his book, The Pole Vault Tool Box. Five dollars from every book purchased, and actually anything purchased off of team-hoot.com, goes towards funding a pole vault club or program with $1,000 of pole vault equipment! I can't say enough good things about Shawn, his book, or his giving nature. Help out the pole vault community and pre order a copy today!

Shawn Francis from the College Board talks about the new changes with Pre AP courses and their relevance for highly mobile students.   Parents interested in learning more about Pre-AP should visit: http://preap.collegeboard.org    The Opportunity Myth study referenced from TNTP can be found here: https://opportunitymyth.tntp.org/

Shawn Francis joins the podcast and we discuss how and why some pole vault technique and drills videos are so confusing. Shawn tells us how he thinks about creating his videos, and we also go off on a few tangents. But the tangents are probably the best part! Enjoy!

Shawn Francis-Coleman was raised in the North-Side section of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He established Perspectve LLc. a personal development business specializing in anger management coaching, life coaching and therapeutic boxing. His Mission is to create materials that increase awareness and promote WISE decision making.  

4 points off of a road and home game isn’t bad. We just wish the performances were a little better. The New York Red Bulls now move on to face the Philadelphia Union in the US Open Cup round of 16 while the 2018 World Cup starts up. Asbury Park FC is hosting some fun World Cup events, and founder Shawn Francis is on to talk to us about it. Musical Credits: Opening: Happy Rock - http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music Breaks & Closing: True Believers by Bouncing Souls Help fund the Red Bull Rant by visiting our Patreon page and donating to the show on a monthly basis. https://www.patreon.com/RedBullRant WARNING: The Red Bull Rant is a free flowing conversation about soccer that may include adult language or topics. Listener discretion is advised. Follow Red Bull Rant on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedBullRant Follow Red Bull Rant on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RedBullRant/ Follow Red Bull Rant on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/red-bull-rant/id988617582 Follow Red Bull Rant on Stitcher: http://stitcher.com/s?fid=64958&refid=stpr Follow Red Bull Rant on Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/listen?u=0#/ps/Ibdbqq7z4cbsgqqvvjhmquon47a

Andrew returns with David and Doyle as does an ETR legend to help host the show. The gang breaks down CCL action so far and the Unions hunt for a number ten. In the second and third segments Shawn Francis stops in to talk about his Black History Month feature on Cobi Jones, race in soccer, and much more.

A meeting of the minds straight from Sin City itself. In this guest packed episode Branko talks with Shawn Francis, Michael Cyphers, April Steiner Bennett, and Sandi Morris about the where the pole vault community is and where it should be going.

The second episode from Mall Vault! Branko sits down with Shawn Francis to discuss training and his journey in the pole vault and where that has led him.

Shawn Francis, a music and soccer industry veteran, joins Grant to talk about the cultural moment of American soccer and what it means as the sport continues to grow in the United States. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TOR Radio says goodbye to the World Cup and your RSS feeds. Soccer will never be the same (thank God).

Brazil balls, Spain falls and Mexico wins for no good reason. Shawn Francis and Kevin Brown disect it all in the most pedestrian, passive-agressive ways possible.

Brazil has a transit strike, unfinished stadiums and a distinct lack of wifi/cellular coverage ahead of the world's biggest sporting event. And America? A soccer team with questions to answer and a coach who gives contradictory answers.  

The joys of the U.S. Open Cup early rounds, USMNT roster debates and hip hop soccer. Oh, and Sporting KC. Again.

Is Eddie Johnson right with his assesment of D.C. United's talent? Are Alessandro Del Piero, Sacha Klestan or DaMarcus Beasley worth DP money in MLS 3.0?  

Shawn Francis and Kevin Brown talk Atlanta MLS, Luther Campbell, Pele's hair diamonds and luxury sweatpants.

Shawn Francis and Kevin Brown talk CONCACAF Champions League, Sporting KC and Marlon Wayans on the show about nothing. Soccer never sounded so Seinfeld.

SF and Kevin talk True Detective with Colorado Rapids keeper Clint Irwin. 

SF and Kevin Brown discussing the most important topics in the American soccersphere today: Drogba's perm, TH14's outburst and the return of The Name Game.

Tonight, the good ship TOR sets out on its maiden voyage into podcasting. Live. With no life jackets. Topics include Chivas USA, French DJs and how much of a bad idea this is. 

Freethought Radio will play some coverage of FFRF's jolly new bus sign campaign in Seattle, play some coverage of its 32nd annual convention there and discuss how religious lobbies sabotaged the House health care reform bill over abortion. Shawn Francis Peters will talk about the Christian Science lobby's promotion of a "sham" repeal of faith exemption in the Wisconsin Legislature. The show will also tackle the federal lobbying by the Christian Science lobby to mandate coverage of prayer as "medicine" in the Senate health care reform proposal.