Podcasts about Special needs

CheckoutThe God Centered Concept Academy Training Community to learn what growth in Christ isTUVU CommunitiesCheck out this link to view Kingdom Cross Roads on TV.https://jesussaid.tv/?affiliate=tswright_gccTo get a copy of our new book "Embracing the Truth" or to have TS Wright speak at your event or conference or if you simply want spiritual or life coaching or just a consultation visit:www.tswrightspeaks.comVisit our website to learn more about The God Centered Concept. The God Centered Concept is designed to bring real discipleship and spreading the Gospel to help spark the Great Harvest, a revival in this generation.www.godcenteredconcept.comKingdom Cross Roads Podcast is a part of The God Centered Concept.Show NotesHow can the Church create a welcoming environment where individuals with autism and special needs are not only included but recognized as valuable members of the Body of Christ?In this episode of the Kingdom Crossroads Podcast, host T.S. Wright welcomes back John Fela, disability ministry advocate, former educator, and father of a son with autism, for an important conversation about autism, neurodiversity, and inclusion in the Christian Church.John shares his personal experiences navigating church life with his son, Chris, and explains why creating a welcoming environment for individuals with disabilities does not require a large budget, an elaborate ministry program, or extensive resources. It begins with a willing heart, meaningful relationships, and a commitment to recognizing that every person has a place in God's Kingdom.Drawing from his experience in disability ministry and his contribution to the book Empowering Autistic Voices in Education, John offers practical insights for church leaders, pastors, Sunday school teachers, volunteers, and Christian families who want to make their ministries more accessible to individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities.The conversation explores how churches can adapt Bible lessons, provide individualized support, accommodate sensory needs, and create opportunities for individuals with disabilities to participate meaningfully in worship, fellowship, and ministry.John also emphasizes that inclusion is more than providing a separate room or specialized program. It means building relationships, recognizing individual gifts, and ensuring that every person knows they belong to the Body of Christ.Whether you lead a large congregation, serve in a small church, teach Sunday school, or have a family member with special needs, this episode offers practical encouragement for removing unnecessary barriers and making the Gospel accessible to everyone.In This Episode, You'll Discover:Why welcoming individuals with autism and special needs is an important responsibility of the Christian Church.How smaller churches can support individuals with disabilities without establishing expensive or elaborate programs.The importance of building relationships between parents, educators, ministry leaders, and church volunteers.How a buddy system can help children with autism participate in Sunday school and other church activities.Practical ways to adapt Bible lessons using visual materials, alternative communication methods, and sensory accommodations.Why individuals with disabilities should have meaningful opportunities to serve and participate in the life of the congregation.How understanding sensory processing differences can help ministry leaders respond appropriately to individual needs.Why genuine love, acceptance, and personal relationships are essential to effective disability ministry.Featured BookEmpowering Autistic Voices in EducationDr. Stephanie Holmes, principal author, with contributions from John Fela and other advocates and individuals with lived experience of autism.This book brings together diverse perspectives on autism, education, neurodiversity, and the importance of understanding and supporting individuals with different learning and communication needs.Episode Highlights02:22John introduces Empowering Autistic Voices in Education and shares his background in disability advocacy.04:49John discusses his experiences as a father, educator, and disability ministry advocate.07:08Why a welcoming heart is the foundation of effective special needs ministry.10:41Real-life examples of churches that created supportive environments for John's son.15:13Overcoming limited resources and creating meaningful opportunities for participation.20:17Adapting Christian education to accommodate different learning styles and communication needs.23:34Understanding sensory challenges and creating welcoming Sunday school environments.26:33John shares information about his featured book and additional resources.Connect and Take ActionLearn more about John Fela's work in disability advocacy and explore Empowering Autistic Voices in Education through his website.Visit John Fela's website If this episode encourages you, share it with your pastor, children's ministry leader, Sunday school teacher, or someone who desires to see the Church become more welcoming and accessible to individuals with disabilities.Follow and subscribe to the Kingdom Crossroads Podcast for more conversations about Christian faith, discipleship, ministry, and advancing the Kingdom of God.Go forth in total surrender to the One who owns and reigns over all creation, and let the Great Harvest begin!KeywordsKingdom Crossroads Podcast, T.S. Wright, John Fela, autism and the church, autism ministry, special needs ministry, disability ministry, church inclusion, neurodiversity and Christianity, Christian autism resources, autistic children in church, inclusive church ministry, autism and Christian education, special needs Sunday school, disability advocacy, Empowering Autistic Voices in Education, Stephanie Holmes, autism awareness, sensory-friendly church, Christian parenting, accessible Bible teaching, Christian family support, Body of Christ, Christian discipleship

This weekend's 1 in 31: Autism Today guest is Michael Ringel. Michael is a certified public accountant, author, and financial advisor at Strategies for Wealth. His goal is to help families of children with special needs build a lifetime plan - so their child is always cared for. Michael helps families create strategies that ensure lifelong care, independence, and financial stability for their loved ones, while also protecting their own retirement and legacy. In 2025, he published Planning For Two Lifetimes™: A Guide To Financial Planning for Families with Special Needs. This book can be accessed for free, here: https://planningfortwolifetimes.com/ Tune in to learn more or visit: https://www.mikeringel.com/family-with-children-with-special-needs.

Host Sue Shilling speaks author Mark Hodges about his book "Lessons from Philip: The Joys and Sorrows of Growing Up with a Disabled Brother".

host Sue Shilling speaks with Kristie from Hairstyles by Kristie about the work she does giving haircuts to individuals with special needs.

"Stop Blaming the Judge!" Unmasking Serial Violence, SLAPP Lawsuits, and a Sickening Special Needs Scam! (Hour 2) full 1669 Fri, 25 Sep 2026 16:10:09 +0000 QN1rnPF7B76ZGfL9KlzYnLvtdW915lWG news Marty Griffin news "Stop Blaming the Judge!" Unmasking Serial Violence, SLAPP Lawsuits, and a Sickening Special Needs Scam! (Hour 2) On-demand selections from Marty's show on Newsradio 1020 KDKA , airing weekdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News

ON TODAY'S EPISODE: The Stabbing in Edgewood, Overworked Guards, The Pittsburgh Housing Authority, Broken Appliances, Special Needs Scams, and Trump's 2-Year Nightmare! Plus: Pet Grooming! (FULL SHOW) full 7545 Fri, 25 Sep 2026 18:12:11 +0000 htgtF8864b3QCxv958ZDkdA0Z7fVFZHY news Marty Griffin news ON TODAY'S EPISODE: The Stabbing in Edgewood, Overworked Guards, The Pittsburgh Housing Authority, Broken Appliances, Special Needs Scams, and Trump's 2-Year Nightmare! Plus: Pet Grooming! (FULL SHOW) On-demand selections from Marty's show on Newsradio 1020 KDKA , airing weekdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc.

In this special four-part series, Dr. Laura explores the good, the bad, and the ugly of parenting or caring for a child with special needs. She also opens the lines for listeners to share their own experiences, challenges, and perspectives.Listen to my Morning Monologue: I'm sharing my take on pressing issues, enlightening research on human behavior, answering questions I get by email, and my favorite, most instructive interactions with callers. Everything you'll hear is designed to help you become a better spouse, parent, family member, co-worker, friend, and human being. It's the free therapy you need! Got a dilemma? Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at DrLaura.comFollow on social media:Facebook.com/DrLauraInstagram.com/DrLauraProgramYouTube.com/DrLauraJoin the Dr. Laura Family!! >> Receive my weekly newsletter, perks, and more! Sign up now, it's FREE > DrLaura.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this special four-part series, Dr. Laura explores the good, the bad, and the ugly of parenting or caring for a child with special needs. She also opens the lines for listeners to share their own experiences, challenges, and perspectives.Listen to my Morning Monologue: I'm sharing my take on pressing issues, enlightening research on human behavior, answering questions I get by email, and my favorite, most instructive interactions with callers. Everything you'll hear is designed to help you become a better spouse, parent, family member, co-worker, friend, and human being. It's the free therapy you need! Got a dilemma? Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at DrLaura.comFollow on social media:Facebook.com/DrLauraInstagram.com/DrLauraProgramYouTube.com/DrLauraJoin the Dr. Laura Family!! >> Receive my weekly newsletter, perks, and more! Sign up now, it's FREE > DrLaura.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this special four-part series, Dr. Laura explores the good, the bad, and the ugly of parenting or caring for a child with special needs. She also opens the lines for listeners to share their own experiences, challenges, and perspectives.Listen to my Morning Monologue: I'm sharing my take on pressing issues, enlightening research on human behavior, answering questions I get by email, and my favorite, most instructive interactions with callers. Everything you'll hear is designed to help you become a better spouse, parent, family member, co-worker, friend, and human being. It's the free therapy you need! Got a dilemma? Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at DrLaura.comFollow on social media:Facebook.com/DrLauraInstagram.com/DrLauraProgramYouTube.com/DrLauraJoin the Dr. Laura Family!! >> Receive my weekly newsletter, perks, and more! Sign up now, it's FREE > DrLaura.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this special four-part series, Dr. Laura explores the good, the bad, and the ugly of parenting or caring for a child with special needs. She also opens the lines for listeners to share their own experiences, challenges, and perspectives.Listen to my Morning Monologue: I'm sharing my take on pressing issues, enlightening research on human behavior, answering questions I get by email, and my favorite, most instructive interactions with callers. Everything you'll hear is designed to help you become a better spouse, parent, family member, co-worker, friend, and human being. It's the free therapy you need! Got a dilemma? Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at DrLaura.comFollow on social media:Facebook.com/DrLauraInstagram.com/DrLauraProgramYouTube.com/DrLauraJoin the Dr. Laura Family!! >> Receive my weekly newsletter, perks, and more! Sign up now, it's FREE > DrLaura.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 ✨ "Well, I'm an engineer. I collect data." – Laila Rahmatian Laila Rahmatian is an autism mom and former NASA engineer, originally from Houston and living in Indianapolis, Indiana when her son Donatello was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder in October 2024 — now based near Frankfurt, Germany.Unlike most guests on this show, Laila isn't a practitioner — she's a service user. After her son's diagnosis, she brought her engineering background to bear on his care, systematically tracking data across a comparison of therapy approaches and, eventually, more than 70 Horse Boy Method sessions.This conversation covers Laila's diagnosis journey, why she walked away from a well-regarded autism center within minutes of touring it, the chance referral that led her family to Horse Boy Method after relocating to Germany, and the session-by-session developmental milestones her data captured — from a son who could barely stay on a horse for a minute to one making spontaneous eye contact, sleeping through the night, and initiating speech.If you want to support the show, you can do so at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/LongRideHome

Have you ever removed plaque using a scaler or ‘air-polisher' and notice that the demineralised enamel flaked away?Scaling and polishing is a routine part of preventive dental care — but could some of our traditional cleaning methods be doing more than we realise? A whitening specialist who works without a drill, scaler or air polisher argues that some approaches to cleaning may affect the enamel, and that hydrogen peroxide gel can remove plaque without touching the tooth surface.Dr Wyman Chan has done nothing but tooth whitening since 2002, when he closed his general practice for a dedicated whitening centre, and he developed the chemical-polishing gel which is at the centre of this episode. He is joined by Dr Niki Shah, a UK general dentist and practice owner whose company distributes the product in the UK, and who now runs most of his hygiene this way.In this episode, they explain which patients they believe may benefit most, walk through the full chairside protocol, and discuss the limitations of the approach and where it may not be appropriate.Protrusive Dental Pearl: Manicuring Worn Lower IncisorsWorn lower incisors sit sharp against the upper teeth, concentrating stress. Take a Sof-Lex disc and manicure them, rounding the edges from pointed to smooth. Show the patient in the mirror first and, borrowing Dr Michael Melkers' framing, ask if you can make their teeth look a little younger. It is surface topography, changed for force management, and the patient feels it with their tongue.What You'll Take From This EpisodeOn sound enamel, prophy paste and air polishing are low-risk; on demineralised enamel hidden under plaque, the same abrasion can flake the surface.Chemical polishing does not lift calculus; where calculus is present, ultrasonic or hand scaling is still required.Dr. Wyman Chan offers a 3% hydrogen peroxide gel as a plaque and biofilm adjunct, not a replacement for oral hygiene instruction.The strongest cases for this are anxious, paediatric, orthodontic, special-needs and geriatric patients who tolerate scraping poorly.The chairside protocol runs about twelve minutes and still ends with manual agitation using a single-tufted brush.No published evidence supports the product's clinical claims yet; Dr. Wyman Chan describes studies in progress.Highlights of This Episode00:00     Teaser01:21     Rethinking How We Polish Teeth03:36     Protrusive Dental Pearl: Manicuring Worn Lower Incisors05:23     Meet the Guests: From Whitening to Chemical Cleaning12:10     What Is Chemical Polishing? Prophylaxis, Not Whitening20:05     Is Traditional Polishing Damaging Teeth?21:54     How Abrasion Harms Demineralised Enamel25:30     The Strongest Case: Anxious Patients29:09     Children, Adolescents and Orthodontic White Spots29:49     Midroll35:22     Managing Pericoronitis and Gingival Abscess38:15     Special Needs, Geriatric and Post-Surgery Care40:43     Where Is the Evidence? Studies in Progress43:59     The Cost and Business Case for Chemical Polishing50:16     The Chemical Polishing Protocol: Step by Step using Magic353:14     Why Manual Agitation Still Matters57:58     How It Changed a Working Day1:00:35   OutroStart offering Magic3Where to get Magic3: UK: directoralcare.comRegister for a free professional account. Approval unlocks the full shop, pricing, offers and their upcoming educational courses.Use promo code PROMAGIC10 at checkout to receive 10% off Magic3.Outside UK: Please enquire from Dr Wyman Chan's website.Orders are invoiced rather than purchased directly through the website.Quote promo code PROMAGIC10 when enquiring to receive 10% off your Magic3 order.FREE Wyman Dental RetractorsWith your first Magic3 order, you'll also receive 1 Wyman Dental Retractor free.The Wyman Dental Retractor is a multi-use, autoclavable retractor (up to 100 uses) designed for comfortable and effective soft-tissue retraction.Order 1–2 Magic3: Get 1 free Wyman Dental RetractorOrder 3+ Magic3: Get 3 free Wyman Dental RetractorsLearn more about their other products: https://protrusive.co.uk/magic3Want more?New to Dr Chan's work? Start with Trayless Whitening Technique Part 1 with Dr Wyman Chan - PDP277, on his whitening approach, sensitivity and how to let patients pick their target shade.Tags#PDPMainEpisodesListen, subscribe, and earn CPDListen: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and inside Protrusive Guidance.Earn CPD: This episode is eligible for 1 CE credit via the quiz on Protrusive Guidance.Compliance: GDC Development Outcome C. AGD Subject Code 490 Periodontics.Aim & Learning OutcomesAim: To give a mechanism- and evidence-aware view of chemical polishing as an adjunct for plaque and biofilm removal: where mechanical polishing can harm demineralised enamel, which patients the approach suits, how the chairside protocol runs, and the limits of the current evidence.By the end of this episode, dentists will be able to:Describe how the abrasivity of prophylaxis pastes and air-polishing powders interacts with sound versus demineralised enamel.Identify the patient groups for whom a non-mechanical approach to plaque removal is most appropriate, and the situations, such as calculus, where it is not.Evaluate the current evidence base for a 3% hydrogen peroxide chemical-polishing protocol, and apply appropriate attribution and consent where the evidence is not established.

Finding the right resources and support can be overwhelming for families of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Sumner County Special Needs Collaborative is working to make that journey easier by connecting families with information, resources and one another. In this episode of Aging Starts Now, Pati Bedwell, Elder Care Coordinator with Johnson McGinnis Elder Care Law & Estate Planning, talks with Lorraine Looney, founder of the Sumner County Special Needs Collaborative. Lorraine shares the personal experience that inspired her to start the organization and explains how it supports individuals with disabilities and their families throughout the lifespan. Learn about the Collaborative's resource directory, community events, caregiver retreats and efforts to connect families with services at critical points—from diagnosis and the school years to the transition into adulthood. Lorraine also shares how community members, businesses and professionals can get involved and why inclusion benefits everyone. If you know a family navigating the special needs journey, this is an episode worth sharing.

Caris Holt on Being a Sibling to a Child with Special Needs Becky Davidson talks with Caris Holt, daughter of Carrie Holt and sister of Toby, about what it means to grow up as a sibling to someone with disabilities and special needs. Caris shares how that shaped her family life, her faith, and her sense of identity, while also naming the grief, loneliness, and pressure that can come with the role.In this conversation, Becky and Caris discuss the hidden emotional load on siblings, the importance of being seen as an individual, and how counseling and faith have helped Caris process what she feels. Caris also shares the creative interests and church leadership that help define her beyond her family role. Key topics Karis introduces herself as the youngest of four, with three older brothers, and shares the creative things she loves: fiction writing, fantasy, drawing, piano, music, horseback riding, and faith. She talks about leading third grade girls at church and how their openness has taught her that there is no such thing as a dumb question. Karis describes growing up in a home where nurses and care support were often present, which reduced privacy and made her feel more independent at a young age. She shares how being Toby's sister has brought unexpected gifts, including family closeness, resilience, prayer, grief shared together, and special experiences through a nonprofit called A Kid Again. Becky and Karis discuss the visibility of Toby's disability and how easy it is for others to reduce him to his wheelchair instead of seeing his humor, kindness, and compassion. Karis opens up about the pressure she felt to stay quiet, blend into the background, and not take up too much attention because Toby needed so much care. She reflects on learning to take up space, name her needs, and accept that she is also a person whose needs matter. Karis explains that special needs impact the whole family, not just the child with the diagnosis, and says siblings need to be asked how they are doing too. She shares how her parents supported her by making room for her own interests, friendships, and rest away from the demands of home. Karis describes how family, cousins, and church relationships have helped Toby feel included and have given both siblings a sense of belonging. She talks about how she and Toby have grown closer over time, including deeper conversations and shared interests like Star Wars. Karis explains how faith, especially trusting God's faithfulness through hard seasons, has given her purpose and a deep relationship with Jesus. She shares how counseling has helped her put words to her experiences, identify triggers, and process emotions in a healthy way. Karis encourages other siblings who feel guilt, anger, or frustration to remember they are not alone and that they can bring those feelings to Jesus for healing.

In this episode of little teeth BIG Smiles, Dr. Joel Berg sits down with Dr. Ann Bynum to explore what it takes to build a strong, thriving pediatric dental practice. From the power of language and creating a true team culture to transparency, mentorship, shared decision-making and fostering a growth mindset, Dr. Bynum shares practical insights from her years of experience as a practice owner, mentor and leader. The conversation offers valuable advice for pediatric dentists at every stage of their careers, discussing how to bring new doctors and team members into the culture, create clear expectations and build systems that support long-term success. Guest Bio: Dr. Ann Bynum is a board-certified pediatric dentist originally from Ocala, Florida. She completed her undergraduate studies at Florida State University before earning her dental degree from the University of Iowa, where she met her husband, Dr. Matt Bynum. She went on to complete her specialty training in Pediatric Dentistry at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio. In 1997, Dr. Bynum moved to Greenville, South Carolina, and opened her pediatric dental practice in Simpsonville. As a mother of three boys, she brings both professional expertise and personal insight to her care—deeply understanding the art and science of pediatric dentistry and parenting. Dr. Bynum is a Diplomate and examiner of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry (ABPD) and an active member of several professional organizations, including the Southeastern Society of Pediatric Dentistry (SSPD), the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD), and the American Dental Association (ADA). She currently serves as the Southeastern Trustee for the AAPD. A passionate educator and leader, Dr. Bynum has lectured nationally and authored numerous articles on topics such as customer service, marketing, leadership, teamwork, burnout, financial wellness, and pediatric airway health—including tethered oral tissues and sleep-disordered breathing. Outside of dentistry, Dr. Bynum enjoys traveling and spending time with her husband. She is especially passionate about working on her practice—focusing on growth, systems, and team development. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Our guest this week is David Aarestad of Champaign, IL who is a lawyer by education and training, an adjunct professor of Law at University of Illinois - Urbana Champaign and father of two, including one with Down Syndrome.   David and his wife, Karen, have been married for 25 years and are the proud parents of two children: Brynn (20) and Sofia (22) who has Mosaic Down Syndrome, which impacts only 1 1/2% of those with Down Syndrome.  Prior to moving to Illinois two years ago, the Aarestads lived in Denver for more than a decade.  While there they were involved in many many organization that supported Sofia and the family, including: Adam's CampRocky Mountain Down Syndrome Association, and Global Down Syndrome FoundationIt's an uplifting story about a father's commitment to family and dedication to the welfare of other families all on this episode of the SFN Dad to Dad Podcast.Show Notes - Phone – (303) 514-5522Email – davidaarestad@yahoo.comLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-aarestad-96163b9/  Adam's Camp – https://adamscamp.org/Rocky Mountain Down Syndrome Association – https://rmdsa.org/Global Down Syndrome Foundation - https://www.globaldownsyndrome.org/Gigi's Playhouse – https://gigisplayhouse.org/For the record, this episode was recordred at the Urbana Country Club in Urbana, IL, on day #31 and stop #65 of the SFN U.S. Tour, a month-long, 50-state, 60-plus stop tour to strengthen the SFN and distribute 1,000 complimentary copies of the new book: Dads Raising Children with Special Needs & Disabilities: A Guide For 21st Century Dads. Special thanks to all those who supported the SFN U.S. Tour that took place from May 21 to June 21, 2026: Special Fathers Network –SFN is a dad to dad mentoring program for fathers raising children with special needs. Many of the 900+ 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.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/videosPlease support the SFN. Click here to donate: https://21stcenturydads.org/donate/Special Fathers Network: https://21stcenturydads.org/  

In episode 246, we talked about what it means to have confidence as a special needs mom, and why it's more important than you might think. In this episode, I'm sharing the easy, simple ways you can start BUILDING that confidence in your own life. I share:How confidence impacts your daily life as a momHow to build self-trust with small, doable actionsOvercoming the need for external approvalWhy you should listen to your gut and instincts

✨ "It's not that I gave up. I switched." – Carolina Lockwood Carolina Lockwood joins Rupert Isaacson from Bariloche, in the Patagonia region of Argentina, where she has spent more than 30 years building equine-assisted work from the ground up — first blending art therapy with horses, then training directly with Rupert in Texas, then running an intensive Horse Boy–style program, then coaching, and now facilitating horse-based energy healing.What makes Carolina's story distinctive is the environment she's built it in. In the areas around Bariloche, horse theft for meat is a real and recurring danger — over the years Carolina has lost five horses to thieves, including cases where stolen horses were found slaughtered. She talks candidly about tracking horses down with the police, the informal social protections that eventually stabilized her herd's safety, and the anxiety that never fully goes away even after 30 years without an incident.The conversation traces her full arc: building a team of six staff and 30 kids a week at the height of her program, learning to read burnout in both horses and herself, closing that chapter deliberately rather than abandoning the work altogether, and evolving into equine coaching (trained through Kathy Pike and the Linda Kohanov lineage), liberty work (with Jean-François Pignon and Celeste Solzenne), and now a year-plus training in horse-facilitated energy healing with Saskia Marroquin of Caballo Cósmico. Along the way, Rupert and Carolina dig into what "energy work" actually means in practical terms, and why practitioners shouldn't feel locked into one rigid model for life.If you want to support the show, you can do so at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/LongRideHome

Finding a place to belong can make all the difference. In this episode of Aging Starts Now, host Erin Keogh- Rankin, Elder Care Coordinator with Johnson McGinnis Elder Care Law & Estate Planning, welcomes Susie Turner, Director of Special Needs at First Baptist Hendersonville, for a conversation about creating meaningful opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental differences. Susie shares how programs like Special Friends and Peer Place are helping participants build friendships, develop confidence, stay active, and experience a true sense of community. They also discuss resources for families, respite opportunities, volunteering, and ways the community can get involved. Whether you're a parent, caregiver, potential volunteer, or simply want to learn more about resources available to individuals with special needs, this episode offers an inspiring look at what can happen when a community makes belonging a priority. Listen now and learn more about the people and programs making a difference in Middle Tennessee. For more episodes and free resources from Johnson McGinnis Elder Care Law & Estate Planning, visit tn-elderlaw.com.

Bob talks with Andrew Bodoh about his experience as a father of a child, Elizabeth, with severe special needs. He talks about the difference between compassion and pity, and the joy one finds through suffering and in vulnerability.Support the show

The four-lane Great Highway used to run along the Pacific Ocean on the west side of San Francisco, where it was at risk of erosion from sea level rise. Now it's been transformed into a park where visitors can bike, walk, skate, and play next to the water. Also, for people with developmental or physical disabilities, growing plants in a garden may offer personal growth opportunities that unlock new possibilities outside of the garden too. An avid gardener and occupational therapist speaks about her book Nurturing Nature: A Guide to Gardening for Special Needs. And as the first hints of fall come to the northern U.S., many of us are heading out for the autumn tradition of apple picking. The fascinating and. complex science and history behind the iconic apple. --- You can help support our free public radio show and podcast, for free, by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. It's one of the best ways to help other listeners find Living on Earth! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I finally connect with Becky Furuta, a former Pro Cyclist with the Novo Nordisk Cycling Team and the parent of a child with special needs who will never be able to drive a car, for a conversation about her first Velo-city Conference in Rimini, Italy, and why it is so important that we create communities that provide active mobility options for all ages and abilities.Helpful Links (note that some may include affiliate links to help me support the channel):

Our guest this week is Bin Feng of Queens, NY who is a support engineer at the Bank of New York, a staff member of Parent to Parent New York State, and the father of two children including one who is autistic and has ADHD. Bin and his wife, Jenny, have been married for 28 years and are the proud parents of two children: Frances (24) and Vincent (26) who is autistic. By occupation, Bin works at Bank of New York and is on staff at Parent To Parent New York State, where he is a per diem Fathers Support Coordinator and Chinese Speaking Families Support Coordinator. As a Chinese immigrant raising a child with Autism and ADHD, Bin and his family have faced various challenges from language barriers, social isolation and cultural stigma.We also learn about Project READY, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to support individuals with developmental disabilities and their families, especially Asian American immigrant families.  They promote education, advocacy, training and community inclusion to support transition and employment.It's an uplifting story about a father's commitment to family and dedication to the welfare of other families all on this episode of the SFN Dad to Dad Podcast.Show Notes - Phone – (342) 944-8808Email – bfeng@parenttoparentnys.orgParent To Parent NY State – https://www.ptopnys.org/Project Ready - https://projectready.org/For the record, this episode was recordred at the offices of Parent to Parent NY State in Schenectady, NY, on June 15, 2026 on day #26 and stop #53 of the SFN U.S. Tour, a 30-day, 50-state, 60-plus stop tour to strengthen the SFN and distribute 1,000 complimentary copies of the new book: Dads Raising Children with Special Needs & Disabilities: A Guide For 21st Century Dads. Special thanks to all those who supported the SFN U.S. Tour that took place from May 21 to June 21, 2026: Special Fathers Network –SFN is a dad to dad mentoring program for fathers raising children with special needs. Many of the 900+ 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.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/videosPlease support the SFN. Click here to donate: https://21stcenturydads.org/donate/Special Fathers Network: https://21stcenturydads.org/  

As a special needs mom, you can be incredibly capable and still constantly second-guess yourself, overthink, seek reassurance, worry about what other people think, or feel like you should be handling things better.In this episode, we'll talk about what confidence actually is, the signs that you may be lacking confidence, and why building confidence is so important when you're raising a child with disabilities.In this episode, you'll learn:What confidence really meansWhy perfectionism, people-pleasing, overthinking, and self-doubt can be connected to confidenceWhy confidence matters so much for special needs momsHow confidence can change the way you navigate your life, your parenting, and the challenges that come with raising a child with disabilitiesThis is Part One of a two-part conversation about confidence. In the next episode, we'll talk about how to actually rebuild self-trust and become more confident.

School districts focus on service and safety amidst students returning to school nationwide and new research on cellphone distraction among motorists. Plus, the National Association of State Directors of Pupil Transportation Services reiterated its support of lap/shoulder seatbelts on school buses. Board Certified Behavior Analyst Patrick Mulick, the director of student engagement at Auburn School District in Washington state, and an upcoming fan-favorite TSD Conference keynote speaker, brings a voice of clarity and care to safely and appropriately transporting students with special needs, as well as supporting their independence. Read more about special needs. Episode sponsors: Transfinder, EverDriven, School Radio.

Homeschooling can shift when hormones, fatigue, family needs, or unexpected challenges change the day. In episode 219 of The Homeschool Show, Jessica Frierson, a mother of ten and second-generation homeschool mom, shares what she has learned about recognizing those moments, pulling back when needed, and using flexibility to make room for relationships, character, and everyday life. The episode also includes a Spanish-language segment from Luz Velázquez about normalizing conversations around hormones, communicating with family members, and using these experiences as opportunities to teach and disciple children.Amanda and Melanie also discuss testing requirements for North Carolina homeschool students with special needs, including options that may be more appropriate for children who cannot read, write, or respond to a traditional standardized test. They answer a question from a homeschool parent and point to NCHE resources for families navigating special needs homeschooling.Homeschool HappeningsCharlotte Museum of History American Revolution augmented experienceNCHE Charlotte field tripNCHE online chess workshop

If you have 5 minutes, I honestly think this might be one of the most impactful things you can do for yourself.Just 5 minutes of writing.Journaling can help you get thoughts out of your head, process emotions, see situations more clearly, and notice patterns you might not see when you're just trying to push through your day.And when you're a special needs mom carrying approximately 47,000 thoughts at any given moment?

✨ "It's not about the job or the wages. You have to love it with absolute passion." – Helen PichaHelen Picha manages Liskennett Farm, a groundbreaking equine-assisted therapy center for children and adults with autism and intellectual disabilities in Granagh, County Limerick, Ireland, on the border of Limerick and Cork. She took over as manager two years ago after eleven years working alongside founder David Doyle, and now runs the 80-acre center — home to 23 horses across residential, day, and equine programs — that Rupert calls the cutting edge of best practice in equine-assisted therapy.What sets Liskennett apart is scale paired with radical openness. Every Saturday, the farm runs a booking-free, fee-free open day that draws between 80 and 100 children, no appointment required, no family turned away. Its indoor arena, originally built for riding, has been repurposed entirely into a music, movement, and play space, because the horses and children preferred being outdoors. And many of Liskennett's horses are retired Thoroughbred racehorses, some placed at Cheltenham, brought down from the racing circuit through a careful, months-long retraining process before ever carrying a child.In this conversation, Helen and Rupert trace Liskennett's origin story — from a 2012 Horse Boy demo, a young woman's tragic death, and a €3 million donation to a modern therapy campus — and dig into how the farm actually runs day to day: horse selection and retraining, staff burnout prevention, community integration through an inclusive fox hunt and horse show, and Liskennett's expansion into new satellite centers backed by €6 million in Irish government funding.If you want to support the show, you can do so at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/LongRideHome

In this episode of *McNamara on Money*, Joan McGrath, CEO of Plan of Massachusetts and Rhode Island, joins the program for a practical conversation about financial planning for individuals with disabilities and the families who support them. Joan explains the important differences between SSI and SSDI and why eligibility rules can make financial planning particularly complicated. The discussion explores how first-party and third-party special needs trusts can help preserve access to certain government benefits while allowing additional resources to be used to improve a beneficiary's quality of life. The conversation also covers ABLE accounts, pooled trusts, and options available to families who may not have a large estate. Joan explains how her organization combines trust administration with the involvement of licensed social workers who provide advocacy, guidance, and ongoing life care planning. It's an accessible introduction to a complicated area of planning, with useful information for families thinking about how to provide financial support, preserve benefits, and create greater long-term security for a loved one with special needs.

The UK's Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) system is buckling because of rising demand. One in five children now qualify for some form of SEND support, yet access still depends heavily on postcode and parental intervention. In this episode of the We Society with Will Hutton, join Alice Reeves, Research Grants and Programmes Manager at the Nuffield Foundation, as she unpacks the root causes of the SEND crisis, and what the government's new SEND White Paper proposes to do about it. The Nuffield Foundation is an independent charitable trust with a mission to advance educational opportunity and social well-being. They tackle the UK's biggest social challenges by funding research and guiding decision-makers to improve people's lives. To find out more about the research the Nuffield Foundation has funded when it comes to education go here.  You can read more about the Government's SEND White paper here. This episode is ideal for listeners interested in topical issues, the UK's education system, disability, and institutional change in education.  In the We Society, join acclaimed journalist and Academy of Social Sciences president Will Hutton, as he invites guests from the world of social science to explore the stories behind the news and hear their solutions to society's most pressing problems. In this series social science calls on aspects of business, education, economics, geopolitics, healthcare, human geography and more, exploring their impact on society and the social policy they can inspire. The We Society is for those interested in how social science impacts their world, and how evidence backed research can improve it.Don't want to miss an episode? Follow the show on your favourite podcast platform and you can email us at wesociety@acss.org.uk to tell us who we should be speaking to.The We Society podcast is brought to you by the Academy of Social Sciences in association with the Nuffield Foundation and the Leverhulme Trust.Producer: Emily Uchida FinchAssistant Producer: Emily Gilbert A Whistledown Production for the Academy of Social Sciences

Parenting special needs children (while bringing many blessings) can also feel like entering the ultimate survival challenge with your spouse. Stress is heightened, and grief is often difficult to bear. Todd and Kristin speak about this struggle and how they pulled through some of the most difficult relational challenges and emotional barriers in their marriage. They bring a message of hope for marriages weighed down by the emotional burdens of life and parenting.Receive a copy of the "How to Build a Thriving Marriage as You Care for Children with Disabilities" bundle and an audio download of "Strengthening Your Marriage While Caring for a Child with Special Needs" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive.Get more episode resources Do you have a story or comment on how Focus on the Family impacted you or your family? Leave a message for Jim Daly!If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Finding Joy in the Hard: Friendship and Motherhood Among Special Needs Moms- Part 2 In part two of this heartfelt conversation, Becky Davidson sits down with her friends Lisa Bryan, Tracey Martin, and Cynthia Barkley to talk honestly—and often hilariously—about the realities of raising sons with special needs. From grief and caregiving to sensory challenges and some unforgettable poop stories, they share the moments that are both incredibly hard and unexpectedly joyful. Through laughter, tears, and plenty of “you just had to be there” moments, they talk about how friendship can sustain you when life feels overwhelming. There's something powerful about being with people who truly get it—people who understand the hard days without explanation, laugh with you when things get ridiculous, and remind you that even in the middle of the mess, there is still joy. This two-part conversation is a reminder of the gift of friendship, the importance of perspective, and why having “your people” can make all the difference. Our mission is to uplift the extraordinary voices in the special-needs community. Have a story to share? Fill out this form to be considered for the podcast! https://forms.gle/Zi2SWGwP29arNDAm9 If you'd like to learn more about how you can partner to make this podcast possible, https://forms.gle/Zi2SWGwP29arNDAm9

Share this program with a friend and who knows – maybe they'll come to know the Lord! Get details on how to share this program at www.joniradio.org. -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible.     Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org   Find more encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.

Returning guest Marguerite Lorenz is here to talk about all things trust and estate related. She has a new book, Luck or Control, The Life-Improving Power of Estate Planning,” reflecting on how a rushed, outdated will during the host's husband's terminal cancer diagnosis made planning urgent and life-easing. Lorenz argues estate planning is not about wealth or only death, but about documenting preferences for incapacity, healthcare, and distribution to avoid confusion, family conflict, fraud risks, and costly probate (noting a $46,000 minimum in California for a $1 million estate). They discuss choosing qualified estate-planning attorneys, updating plans, naming multiple healthcare agents, tracking fiduciary actions, avoiding “early inheritance” ambiguity, and real cases involving elder financial abuse, safe deposit boxes, life estates, pet trusts, no-contest clauses, and special needs/public benefits concerns, directing listeners to planforthis.com for a free toolkit.and you need to go and get it!  https://planforthis.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/californiatrustee/Previous episode with Marguerite: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-21-marguerite-c-lorenz-ctfa-clpf-master-trustee/id1530413097?i=10005103724910:58 Why Estate Plans Matter03:14 Cost Versus Probate06:17 Free Toolkit And Hiring Help07:28 Fiduciary Duty Explained08:37 Family Caregiving Gray Areas12:43 Document Everything As Trustee15:31 The Black Box Problem17:52 Choose Your Three People20:35 Agency And End Of Life Choices24:42 Mabel Casino Cautionary Tale27:23 Preventing Inheritance Fights29:46 No Contest Clauses And Spite32:17 Leaving Love Not Destruction33:26 Fairness Between Children34:02 Fairness Can Flip34:37 Needs Based Trusts35:39 Love Not Punishment37:46 Planning for Incapacity41:04 Life Estates and Marriage Myths43:51 Pet Trust Pitfalls46:53 Sign the Documents48:44 Wills and POA Basics50:28 Stop Clever Workarounds52:05 Safe Deposit Box Chaos55:35 Special Needs and Flexibility01:00:34 Fund the Trust and Wrap Up

Finding Joy in the Hard: Friendship and Motherhood Among Special Needs Moms- Part 1 In this heartfelt and hilarious episode, a group of lifelong friends opens up about the joys, challenges, and unexpected moments that come with raising sons with special needs. Through laughter, vulnerability, and shared experiences, they explore what it means to navigate motherhood as their boys grow into young men with diagnoses including autism, ADHD, fragile X, and other unique needs. The conversation highlights the power of friendship and community as these moms reflect on the moments that tested them — from public meltdowns and sensory challenges to “poop patrol,” bathroom adventures, and the everyday surprises that come with caregiving. They share how humor has become a survival skill, helping them find light in difficult seasons and celebrate the small victories that others may never see. The friends also discuss practical strategies that have helped their families thrive, including visual schedules, social stories, sensory regulation techniques, and carefully preparing for new environments. Beyond strategies, they emphasize something even more important: finding “your people” — the community of support that understands the journey and walks alongside you. Throughout the episode, they reflect on faith, gratitude, and the moments when they catch glimpses of their children's joy and individuality. Their friendship has provided emotional strength, encouragement, and a reminder that no mom should have to navigate this path alone. Filled with funny stories, honest conversations, and heartfelt reflections, this episode celebrates the beauty found in the hard moments. Whether you are a special needs parent, a caregiver, or someone supporting a family on this journey, this conversation is a reminder that connection, laughter, and love can carry us through even the most challenging seasons.   Our mission is to uplift the extraordinary voices in the special-needs community. Have a story to share? Fill out this form to be considered for the podcast!  https://forms.gle/Zi2SWGwP29arNDAm9    

In today's conversation, Stephanie Smith, director of the Twilight Hope Ministry and the Special Needs Ministry at Calvary Chapel in Boise, shares how Christians can bring hope, purpose, and the love of Christ to some of the most overlooked members of our communities. From ministering to seniors in care facilities and supporting those facing loneliness, isolation, and end-of-life questions, to helping individuals with special needs grow in faith and find their place in the church, Smith offers practical insights and powerful stories of lives transformed through compassion, friendship, and the gospel. Whether you’re passionate about elder care, disability ministry, Christian service, or building a more welcoming church, this interview will challenge and equip you to see ministry opportunities where others often fail to look.  For more faith-filled, Gospel-centered content, download the Pilgrim Radio app today on Google Play and Apple, or stream at PilgrimRadio.com. 

Our guest this week is Jeremy Warren of Tulsa, OK a graphic artist, founder of DOSA (Dads On Special Assignment) and fatther of six boys, including one with a rare disease.  Jeremy and his wife, Heidi, have been married for 22 years and are the proud parents of six boys ranging in age from 2 to 18 including, their second oldest, Landon (16) who has a rare disease, which was officially diagnosed just a few years ago as PURA Syndrome and a secondary condition known as P-O-L-G, both of which have resulted in severe neurodevelopmental delays and intellectual disabilities, plus a slew of other side effects.The mission of DOSA is to serve dads of children with special needs by providing tools and resources that equip them to become healthier mentally, physically, and spiritually in order to lead their families well and embrace their role as a dads on special assignment.We also learn about a couple of organizations that Landon has benefited from, including:Little Light HouseOK Family NetworkIt's an uplifting story about a father's commitment to family and service to others, all on this episode of the SFN Dad To Dad Podcast.Show Notes - Phone – (918) 269-1409Email –  jw@dosausa.orgDads On Special Assignment - https://dosausa.org/Special thanks to all those who supported the SFN U.S. Tour, a month-long, 50-state, 60+ stop tour that took place from May 21 to June 21, 2026: to strengthen and grow the Special Fathers Network and distribute 1,000+ complimentary copies of our new book: Dads Raising Children With Special Needs & Disabilities: A Guide For 21st Century Dads. Special Fathers Network –SFN is a dad to dad mentoring program for fathers raising children with special needs. Many of the 900+ 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.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/videosPlease support the SFN. Click here to donate: https://21stcenturydads.org/donate/Special Fathers Network: https://21stcenturydads.org/  

✨ "I think the worst thing that people can do is say no." – Nicola HepburnEquine Learning is a therapeutic and alternative education provision based at Wootton Park in Warwickshire, UK, founded by Nicola Hepburn in 2008 as one of the UK's earliest equine-facilitated learning organizations. Today it helps neurodivergent young people and adults with learning difficulties build academic, vocational, and life skills through horses — work that has grown from a small community project into a full alternative education provider funded largely through local authority contracts.Equine Learning's post-16 students earn accredited qualifications entirely through hands-on coursework rather than sit-down exams, spend two to three years working at their own pace, and never number more than six students a day — a boutique model built on trust rather than test scores.In this conversation, Nicola and Rupert dig into what it actually takes to fund and sustain a program like this: how to find and win local authority tenders, the property crises that nearly ended Equine Learning more than once, and the hard lessons about charging for services versus giving them away for free. Nicola also opens up about being homeless at 17 — an experience that shaped her mission to build the safe, inclusive space she needed as a teenager — and shares her master's research on educational trauma, plus her plans for a new wellness retreat program addressing menopause, grief, and midlife transitions.If you want to support the show, you can do so at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/LongRideHome

Go to www.joniradio.org today to see pictures of Jareth's precious family --------Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org. Find more encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.

This week Coach Rob answers listener questions covering the details that trip up first-time IRONMAN athletes. What actually goes in your special needs bags on the bike and run course? Should you change kit in transition or race the whole day in a tri suit? What does the final two-week taper look like after your last race simulation? Rob also breaks down aero gains beyond clip-on bars - race wheels, tires, shaved legs - plus the essential spares and tools you need to fix problems yourself on race day, since mechanical support on course is limited. We also hear listener race reports from a first full IRONMAN in Switzerland and a first 70.3 finish at The Lakesman.Got a question or a race story to share? Email help@oxygenaddict.com — Rob reads every one and may feature yours on a future episode.* * * * * * * *SPONSORS* * * * * * * *Thinking about your first Ironman or 70.3 in 2026? At ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Team Oxygenaddict,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ we specialise in helping busy professionals fit high-quality training around demanding jobs and family life. Book an application call today to find out if you'd be a good fit for Team Oxygenaddict here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://team.oxygenaddict.com/consultation-call/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠* * * * * * * * * * * *⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠precisionfuelandhydration.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Precision Fuel & Hydration help athletes personalise their hydration and fuelling strategies for training and racing. Use the free ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fuel & Hydration Planner⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to get a personalised race nutrition plan for your next event. And then⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ book a free 20-minute video consultation⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with a member of the PF&H Athlete Support Team to refine your strategy.Listeners get 15% off their first order of fuel and electrolytes with Precision Fuel & Hydration. Simply use code OXYGEN26 at checkout to claim your 15% discount

Dr. Bobby Elliott returns to the podcast to chat about burnout as it relates to patient and practice management and education. He and Dr. Berg talk through solutions focused on his mantra – “Educate, don't convince.” – that support office culture and patient/family satisfaction and trust. Dr. Elliott shares his tools for identifying work/life imbalance and building connection and investment in one another. Guest Bio: Dr. Bobby Elliott is from Louisville, Kentucky where he graduated from the University of Louisville School of Dentistry. His pediatric dental residency was completed at the UNC School of Dentistry and UNC Memorial Hospital in Chapel Hill. Dr. Elliott is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and was an Adjunct Clinical Professor at both the University of North Carolina and University of Louisville Schools of Dentistry.  Dr. Elliott lectures throughout the year to other dentists, specialists, dental team members and residents about positive office culture. In his “not so much free time”, he has founded his own pediatric dental consulting business, Pedo Springboard, Inc. to help residents and pediatric dentists successfully start their own practice. He also has co-founded a second consulting business, Pediatric Dental Directions, to help private practitioners establish legacy leadership and a positive work culture.   Dr. Elliott is a recognized authority on the development of creative and innovative office designs for pediatric dental practices and is often called upon to consult with new office construction as well as dental team development and practice. He works with his best friend & partner and 14 rockstar TEAM members and has been in private practice for 28 years in Cary, NC.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Join Walter Sterling as he discusses the current situation with the IBrain School, how the situation could end and more on WABC.

Join Walter Sterling as he discusses Gen Z troubles, special needs school situation, alternative realities for space travel, and more on WABC.

July 29, 2026- New York Focus reporter Benjy Sachs has exposed the woeful staffing levels at oversight boards tasked with monitoring the quality of life for vulnerable New Yorkers in the state's care.

July 29, 2026- After more than a decade, the state has satisfied a legal settlement requiring more than 1,000 New Yorkers with special needs get served in community-based programs. We discuss the resolution with Clarence Sundram, an independent monitor for the settlement.

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Started the week off with word that France has banned social media for under-15 kids, and the Iranians are no longer interested in a ceasefire. Also the Bangladesh prez quits, Yemen Houthis want in on the fighting, Minnesota woman convicted of calling guy the N-word, and a Georgia special-needs bus driver gets years in prison after watching porn on his iPad and masticating with students aboard.

Ms. Brunswig hails from Scottsdale, Arizona for the past three years.  In 2020, Ms. Brunswig was presented with the Marquis Who's Who, the world's premier publisher of biographical profiles, with the Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award. An accomplished listee, Ms. Brunswig celebrates many years' experience in her professional network, and has been noted for achievements, leadership qualities, and the credentials and successes she has accrued in her field. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process. Now retired, Ms. Brunswig worked for the Washington State Governor's Office in Olympia for five years as an executive assistant before retiring in 1998. Her extensive career in state government included similar roles with the Governor's Office of Health Policy, The Legislative Office of the Department of Labor & Industries, Washington State Department of Health and the State Board of Health. Additionally, Ms. Brunswig served as a Legal Assistant 3 for the Thurston County Prosecutor's Office in Olympia as the Family Support Office Manager and was liaison to the State Office of Support Enforcement. During later years, while living in Mexico, she worked as a manager for a law firm after helping set up the newly formed office with the attorney and his family. Ms. Brunswig notably learned to speak fluent Spanish while living and working in the country. She later served a brief stint as Operations Manager for SeaBreeze Vacation Rentals. To support her government, Ms. Brunswig has been involved in a plethora of positions with various organizations as well. Most notably, she served as a councilwoman, mayor pro-tem  and Mayor of the City of Centralia, Washington. Ms. Brunswig was also active as a staff member of the Governor's Task Force on Higher Education, a member of the Cascadia Mayors Council and, among other roles, a committee member of the campaign to elect Representatives Gary Alexander for the 20th District and Rep. J. Vander Stoep, Washington State House of Representatives. For two years, Ms. Brunswig served as a Governor's Friendship Force Ambassador to South Korea. Other civic activities to Ms. Brunswig's credit have included serving as treasurer of the Lewis County Children with Special Needs and as a speaker on behalf of the Centralia College Citizenship Class. With her late husband, she was a Guarantor and Board Member of the Lewis County Pope's Kids' Club in Centralia, Washington, a respite center providing individualized care for children and young adults with exceptional medical needs. She was a commissioner for the Fountain Hills Planning and Zoning Commission in Fountain Hills, Arizona. Likewise, Ms. Brunswig is also a Diamond life master member of the American Contract Bridge League. After returning to the United States from Mexico, Ms. Brunswig edited three children's books written and published by Attorney Laura G. Bueno. She is currently providing editing services for Attorney Bueno as her book, "Selkirk" is now being made into a movie. Her payment for these services were donated to two of her informally adopted Mexican children for their college fund. She has also edited several books on the topic of bridge, which were authored by Professor Allan DeSerpa, PhD of Tempe, AZ and consulting author in The Samoans chapter of Liz Moulder's book, "Tropical Tales," and W.T. O'Brien's book ""The Arboretum After Midnight." In support of her professional endeavors, Ms. Brunswig was a member and former nominating committee member of the Association of Washington Cities. She was also former president's advisory board member of the National Chamber of Congress and served nationally on the Bylaws Committee of the National Legal Professionals Association. Ms. Brunswig was born in Leone, a village on the southwest coast of Tutuila Island, American Samoa. She came to the U.S. in 1949 and later graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences from Washington State University, studied paralegal studies at Centralia College and general studies at Lower Columbia College, all in Washington, also receiving a diploma from Centralia Police Department's Citizens' Academy in 1996. She has volunteered her services as a counselor to individuals, pro bono for over 20 years. Ms. Brunswig was selected as an Outstanding Young Women in America in 1973 and was named Pledge of the Year from Beta Sigma Pi sorority, and Girl of the Year by Beta Sigma Phi International in 1978. For her work, she was named as Officer of the Year for Washington Association of Legal Secretaries, and the Washington State Legal Secretary of the Year by the Washington State Legal Professionals' Association in 1990. She lists being a Life Member of the Washington State University's Alumni Association and a lifetime Honorary Member of the United States Army Air Forces Ground Observers Corps, a Civil Defense program formed to protect U.S. territory against air attack. She is a lifetime member of Washington State University Alumni Association and an Honorary member of the United States Airforce (USAF) Air Defense Team.

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