Best Zisk Podcasts (2024)

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Part-Time AAC Use with Dr. Alyssa Hillary Zisk 49:20

30m ago49:20

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In this episode, we talk about why and how part-time AAC use can support authentic participation for many autistic people. We also explore Dr. Alyssa Hillary Zisk’s insights on teaching AAC from their perspective as an engineer, as a researcher, and as an AAC user. Dr. Alyssa Hillary Zisk is an Autistic part-time AAC user, using a variety of text-b…

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Ep. 33 - Autism, Artistic Expression, & Appreciation 1:24:57

18m ago1:24:57

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Ep. 33 - Autism, Artistic Expression, & AppreciationThe first episode of Season 3! In this episode, Kara, Maja, and Bruce talk about the creation of Art(s) of all types, and how this can be a therapeutic activity for many autistics. They also consider what an autistic perspective can do to enhance our artistic creations and what type of unique pers…

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Ep 455: Zach Peña - CEO, Empirix Partners 38:20

3d ago38:20

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1) Zach’s journey from the United States Marine Corps to becoming the CEO of Empirix Partners, a strategic sourcing and procurement advisory 2) The growing connections between the data center and nuclear industries 3) Emerging trends and developments in the energy sector that Zach has been keeping an eye on 4) A deep dive into Empirix and what list…

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Ep 454: Shaheen Dewji - Assistant Professor, Nuclear & Radiological Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology 34:06

4d ago34:06

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1) Shaheen’s upbringing as a fourth generation farmer, her early interest in physics, and how her career eventually ended up on a path towards nuclear 2) How Shaheen’s early work lead to her current job as an educator in Georgia 3) The ways in which Shaheen stays updated on the latest developments in her field, as well as how they become incorporat…

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Nigh Functioning Autism: From Shame to Empowerment with Tiffany Joseph 22:47

14d ago22:47

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In this episode with autistic AAC user Tiffany Joseph (they/them, she/her), we cover functioning labels, AAC access, how race intersects with disability in the Autistic community, aggressive behaviors, and so much more. But the thread that runs throughout the conversation is empowering our clients to participate more authentically in their daily li…

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Ep 453: Reed Clay - President, Texas Nuclear Alliance 35:45

18d ago35:45

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1) Reed’s career journey and his experiences within the legal and government sectors, as well as how he became interested in nuclear energy 2) A bit about the Texas Nuclear Alliance and what the organization has accomplished since its creation in late 2022 3) How efforts that organizations put forth locally or at the state level fit into the federa…

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Episode 72: Theological Origins of Modernity Pt. IV 1:22:02

1M ago1:22:02

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John and I spend this, our penultimate episode in the series, discussing Hobbes—his anthropology, his physics, his politics—and the nature of modernity’s “new science.” If you have questions for our final Q&A Episode, leave a comment here: https://open.substack.com/pub/nuclearbarbarians/p/the-theological-origins-of-modernity-1fe…

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Ep 452: Juliann Edwards - Chair, United States Women in Nuclear 36:15

22d ago36:15

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1) How Juliann’s energy career began shortly after graduating from the University of South Florida 2) A deep dive into Women in Nuclear and how the organization has grown since being founded in 1999 3) What Juliann finds particularly interesting about the nuclear industry right now and where she keeps an eye out for regulatory news 4) How women can…

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Episode 71: Theological Origins of Modernity Pt. III 1:01:11

1M ago1:01:11

1:01:11

John and I return to Gillespie’s book to talk about Luther, Erasmus, and Descartes and to dig into the motivations behind the ideas that inspired the philosophies that brought about the scientific revolution.By Emmet Penney

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Strengths-Based Approaches: How to Deeply Center Passions with Dr. Kristie Patten 47:11

1M ago47:11

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In this episode (a repeat of one of our earliest episodes, episode 4), Dr. Kristie Patten takes us to the foundations of what it means to be strengths-based and the impact that it has on the lives of our Autistic clients. Dr. Kristie Patten is Counselor to the President and professor of occupational therapy at NYU and the Principal Investigator of …

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Ep 451: Stefano Buono - Founder and CEO, newcleo 39:27

1M ago39:27

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1) A re-introduction to Stefano Buono, the Founder and CEO of newcleo 2) Diving back into newcleo’s technology, the fuel landscape, and fast reactors 3) The intersection of being both pre-revenue and an established, growing company engaging with equipment suppliers 4) Stefano’s entrepreneurial background, the benefits of a higher temperature system…

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Autism & Interoception with Kelly Mahler 34:17

1M ago34:17

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In this episode (a repeat of episode 44) we dive into interoception, our ability to understand the messages we are getting from inside our bodies. Our guest, Kelly Mahler, makes the connection between interoception and truly neurodiversity-affirming therapy practices. Kelly Mahler presents internationally on interoception and has authored 12 resour…

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Ep 450: Bill Kennedy - Vice President, Environmental & Waste Mgmt. Issues, National Council on Radiation Protection 1:22:59

2M ago1:22:59

1:22:59

1) How Bill quite literally followed his dreams and ended up in the nuclear space, as well as the impactful experiences that shaped his education 2) A deep dive into the philosophy behind regulation and how the public typically views radiation (and why) 3) The current state of the nuclear landscape in regards to new builds and current nuclear law 4…

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Ep 449: Ieuan Williams - Labour Party Candidate, Ynys Môn 48:27

2M ago48:27

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1) Ieuan’s background and interests - from music to politics and everything in between 2) The transformation of nuclear energy policy in the United Kingdom over the past five years 3) Ieuan’s campaign to become the next Member of Parliament for Ynys Môn, specifically Ieuan’s motivation to run as well as his platform 4) A take on what the future hol…

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BONUS: How Austin L. Ray is Fixing Atlanta from Biophilic Solutions Podcast 33:54

2M ago33:54

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Today we have a special bonus episode from the Biophilic Solutions podcast. Monica catches up with Atlanta writer Austin L. Ray to discuss “How I’d Fix Atlanta,” his fantastic essay series he publishes featuring local writers sharing how they would fix Atlanta. Austin just launched the second collection of essays in a cool zine about the action ste…

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Cultivating Freedom and Authenticity in Daily Life Through Culturally-Affirming Practices with Heather Clarke 40:59

3M ago40:59

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How can we center the needs of our Black Autistic clients? And how can we create spaces that allow for joyful, authentic participation for all kids? Heather Clarke has a deep analysis of the barriers that exist - especially for Black Autistic youth - and a vision for how we can move towards making our spaces safer, more inclusive, and more joyful. …

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Keeping Up with Collin & Sydney Jones 38:50

3M ago38:50

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Over 6 years ago, Collin and Sydney Jones moved with their two young boys from Roswell, Georgia. It was a surprise weekend away for Collin that turned into a home purchase 9 days later. During that weekend, they happened upon a party at the Grange Green, discovered golf cart charcuterie and met a family who encouraged them to tour homes while that …

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Ep 448: Trey Lauderdale - Founder and CEO, Atomic Canyon 52:14

3M ago52:14

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1) Trey’s early career and his experiences working closely with the healthcare industry 2) The massive growth of AI and how it can affect various industries, such as healthcare and energy, for the better 3) A deep dive into Atomic Canyon, the impetus for starting the company, and what Atomic Canyon is working on right now 4) Trey’s hopes for the fu…

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Artivism: Inspiring Change Through Creativity with Artist Nikkolas Smith 24:52

2M ago24:52

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Nikkolas Smith is an artist Artivist and illustrator widely known for his distinctive style and emphasis on social justice issues. He is the illustrator of multiple children’s picture books, The 1619 Project: Born on the Water, I Am Ruby Bridges, That Flag, and Black Panther Wakanda Forever: The Courage To Dream as well was a gilm illustratorfor fi…

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Ep 447: Rachael Zisk - Lead Reporter, Ignition 31:14

2M ago31:14

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1) Rachael, Lead Reporter for Ignition, discusses her background in journalism, focusing on business, science, and technology 2) Ignition, a new digital media outlet covering the nuclear energy sector, particularly advanced reactor startups and policy 3) An exploration between the nature of startups in the nuclear and space industries 4) The import…

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Strengths-Based Goal Writing in Action with Rachel Dorsey 35:36

3M ago35:36

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Many of us have never seen strengths-based, neurodiversity affirming goal writing in practice. In this episode, Autistic SLP Rachel Dorsey walks us through the ins and outs of how to write truly affirming goals for our Autistic clients that contribute to their well-being, not to burnout. Check out the newest version of Rachel’s CE course, Goal Writ…

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Episode 70: The Theological Origins of Modernity Pt. II 1:26:41

3M ago1:26:41

1:26:41

By Emmet Penney

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A Permanent Pollinator Habitat in Serenbe’s Wildflower Meadow 28:52

3M ago28:52

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This week, we’re talking about a very exciting new endeavor here at Serenbe: the Wildflower Meadow Restoration Project. Over the next 18 months, the iconic meadow connecting the Inn at Serenbe to the wider community is set to undergo an incredible transformation into a permanent community of native plants that will serve as a protected pollinator a…

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Ep 446: Vince Zabielski - Partner, Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP 48:01

3M ago48:01

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1) Vince’s journey to nuclear power and how it all started at the Salem and Hope Creek Nuclear Generating Stations 2) Attitudes toward nuclear energy around the world as Vince has experienced them during his career 3) The barriers to a good solution for an inevitable problem 4) The importance of nuclear energy and how it will serve to uplift humani…

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How Jetset World Travel’s Lindsey Epperly Sulek Found Home in Serenbe 28:19

3M ago28:19

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Lindsey Epperly Sulek and her husband Jeremy first visited Serenbe in March 2022, tagging along with a pair of friends who were interested in a possible move. Of course, Jeremy and Lindsey (who had no plans to move) ended up here instead. Lindsey describes Serenbe as a place where her family immediately knew they belonged, particularly following a …

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Ep 445: Kyle Hill - Science Communicator & Founder, [THE FACILITY] 1:12:04

3M ago1:12:04

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1) Kyle’s journey into the world of content creation, the details that go into the art, and what interests drive him to keep creating 2) A long-awaited visit to the Dresden Generating Station and Kyle’s other experiences with learning about nuclear energy 3) The public’s common perceptions of nuclear energy content and how to adjust communication b…

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The Power of Presuming Competence with Ido Kedar 26:43

3M ago26:43

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Ido Kedar is a non-speaking AAC user who chronicles his experience in therapies both before and after he learned to type to communicate. In this re-airing of episode 9, Ido shares concrete advice on how therapists can be more respectful and effective when supporting non-speaking Autistic clients. Ido Kedar is an autistic-self advocate and the autho…

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All Things Nerdy with Super Geek Trivia’s Abe Grier 42:07

3M ago42:07

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It’s safe to say that if you’re a regular Serenbe Stories listener, you’ve heard many guests mention Halsa’s now-legendary trivia Thursdays.Trivia at Halsa is highly competitive, with regular teams like Rushmore, Crushmore, Slushmore, and the Scrappy Scraps. If you haven’t already attended, you should definitely plan to check out the next one - if …

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Ep 444: Todd Abrajano - President & CEO, United States Nuclear Industry Council 42:22

3M ago42:22

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1) Todd’s first encounter with the subject of nuclear energy and how he came to be the President and CEO of the United States Nuclear Industry Council 2) What Todd would say to a policymaker to emphasize the importance of the U.S. nuclear industry and accelerate development 3) The USNIC’s domestic and international reach 4) How the USNIC thinks abo…

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Ep 443: Alan Howard - Nuclear Nexus: Data Centers, Episode 4 44:25

4M ago44:25

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1) A deep dive into the recent growth of the data center industry and infrastructure 2) Power usage in data centers and the power that different components traditonally use 3) How data centers decide on siting and the relationship between this process and existing power supply 4) An exploration of nuclear data center development and recent conversa…

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Hollywood to Serenbe: Finding Magic in Community with Randy Zisk 24:45

3M ago24:45

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A few years ago, television producer, writer, and director Randy Zisk and his family moved from Malibu California to the East Coast. After a brief stint in Decatur, they discovered Serenbe and were instantly drawn in by the distinctive architecture and easy access to nature. However, as it so often happens, once they officially made the move, they …

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Ep 442: Robert Boswall & Michael Crabb - Nuclear Nexus: Data Centers, Episode 3 44:25

4M ago44:25

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1) How the nuclear industry can adapt to the development of the data center industry and energy needs 2) The relationships between generation, transmission, and your end user 3) The ways in which baseload power generation is valuable to data centers and the benefits of co-location 4) Social perceptions of data centers and energy demand, as well as …

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Reclaiming our Wholeness with Honey Schneider 1:08:14

4M ago1:08:14

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What is “neurosupremacy” and “neuronormativity,” and how does this differ from the idea of “neruotypicality”? What does peer counseling offer that traditional therapy misses? How can creativity help us break seemingly firm limits set by the systems of power and oppression that exist around us? In this episode, Honey Schneider helps us see the path …

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Beauty, Serenity, and a Place to Plant Roots with Sheri Salata 30:04

4M ago30:04

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Sheri Salata was living in Napa Valley with no plans to move when a Serenbe resident just so happened to send her a link to the website, thinking it would be the perfect place to lead a retreat. After reading about Serenbe’s commitment to nature, the arts, and community, it didn't take Sheri long to realize that she not only wanted to lead a retrea…

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Episode 69: The Theological Origins of Modernity Pt. I 1:14:21

4M ago1:14:21

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John returns for the first installment of another reading series. This time we’re tackling Michael Gillespie’s The Theological Origins of Modernity, a book that aims at getting to the root of some of the major questions we face today as products of both the Industrial Revolution and the Enlightenment. This is also the first in what John and I hope …

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Ep 441: Shannon Bragg-Sitton & Bill Kleyman - Nuclear Nexus: Data Centers, Episode 2 51:51

4M ago51:51

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1) An introduction to the relationship between nuclear energy and data centers 2) The different sizes of nuclear power plants, electricity demand from data centers, and factory manufacturing for nuclear 3) Data center leaders’ growing support for nuclear and the evolution of the procurement process 4) Use cases for nuclear and how nuclear power pla…

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