Best Launchpad Studios Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 203: The Essential Guide to Home Studio Mastery with Junaid Ahmed 29:09

15d ago29:09

29:09

Have you ever found yourself frustrated with your podcast setup? Meet Junaid Ahmed, who transformed his cluttered basement into a top-notch studio during the pandemic. How did he do it? By merging his love for technology and film. Curious? Stick around to hear his fascinating journey and pro tips for setting up your own podcast studio. Junaid Ahmed…

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How Positive Storytelling Can Transform Your Marketing: Insights from Kirsty Boden-Stuart 30:30

2h ago30:30

30:30

Ever had a career plan that completely fell apart, only to lead you to something even better? Kirsty Boden-Stuart did. She quit her job to start an ad agency, which quickly fizzled out. But instead of giving up, she turned to writing to make ends meet—and accidentally stumbled into a whole new career as the Head of Marketing for one of London’s lar…

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Technological Evolution - Bob Hart 49:20

7d ago49:20

49:20

A Project Manager and tech wizard, Bob Hart currently serves as Business Development Manager at KR1 Consulting- an agency which provides expertise, guidance and recommendations to clients looking for service providers in Cloud, Data and Voice technologies. Bob is a Long Island native and dad to our very own “Agents of Humanity” Audio Engineer and p…

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Mastering Voice of Customer Research for Business Success with Suzanne Reilley 39:17

7d ago39:17

39:17

Ever wondered how to truly understand your customers' needs? Suzanne Reilley faced the same challenge when she started as a personal trainer with no business background. Despite this, she successfully built a thriving business by mastering the art of listening to her clients. Curious about her journey and strategies? You’re in for a treat! Suzanne …

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Storytelling: The Power of the Spoken Word - George Andriopoulos 41:29

1M ago41:29

41:29

George Andriopoulos is the CEO of Launchpad Five One Six, a management consulting firm that helps organizations and individuals succeed and thrive. Under one of the many umbrellas of this organization, is Launchpad 516 Studios, a podcast production company which we are proud to say produces our very own, “Agents of Humanity”. As a keynote, motivati…

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Why Relationship-Focused Marketing Just Works With Jacob Jacobson 38:28

1M ago38:28

38:28

Ever thought about how your current skills could be the key to your entrepreneurial success? Jacob Jacobson did just that when he transitioned from working in a church to starting his own business. He discovered that the marketing skills he honed in the church world were exactly what small businesses needed. Join us as Jacob shares his journey and …

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Our One Year Anniversary! - Stella Spanakos & Nicole Ferrara 55:22

1M ago55:22

55:22

Agents of Humanity, the podcast of The Nicholas Center, is proud to celebrate the one year anniversary of our first episode! In honor of this milestone, the co-hosts interview TNC co-founders, Stella Spanakos & Nicole Ferrara. Happy Anniversary to us! Today's podcast is hosted by our very own agents of humanity: Robert, Tara, Tomas, Jason, and Aman…

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Proven Strategies For Building A Thriving SaaS Portfolio With Michael Frew 43:12

1M ago43:12

43:12

Michael Frew is a seasoned engineer-turned-entrepreneur who specializes in acquiring SaaS (Software as a Service) businesses. In this episode, we dive into Michael's journey and his role in managing a portfolio of SaaS businesses for WebStreet. Michael shares the nitty-gritty of why buying a SaaS business is often better than building one and offer…

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Fitness and Inclusion for all Abilities - Chris Speziali 30:44

2M ago30:44

30:44

Chris Speziali is the Founder and Owner of PowerPals - a fitness training organization which serves disabled and neurodiverse individuals. With degrees in both Physical Education and Special Education, Chris works closely with his clients to help them achieve their individual goals and realize their potential. https://www.power-pals.com/ Today's po…

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Neurodiversity and Film - Chris Holliday 59:41

2M ago59:41

59:41

In today's episode, the Agents of Humanity interview Chris Holliday- the Interim Director of Film Programming at the Jacob Burns Film Center in Pleasantville, New York. Chris has an extensive background in the arts both in film and radio. He worked at the BBC as a producer and presenter, hosting a national morning show called 'Chris & Emma at Break…

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Proven Strategies For Getting Fast Feedback On Your Content 14:45

2M ago14:45

14:45

Have you ever spent hours crafting content, only to wonder if it's hitting the mark with your audience? I found myself in that exact spot while creating a lead magnet, struggling to pick the perfect hero image. Ever been there? Stick around, because in today’s episode I'm taking a look at a game-changing method for getting quick, actionable feedbac…

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From Social Worker to Six-Figure Freelance Writer With Lindy Alexander 44:35

3M ago44:35

44:35

Have you ever thought about turning your personal stories or opinions into a profitable side hustle? Even in a world dominated by AI and shifting economies, if you can string together sentences that get people wanting more, it's absolutely possible. In this episode, we're diving deep into the secrets of getting started as a freelance writer with Li…

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Neurodiversity in Acting - Jonathan Cormur 41:18

3M ago41:18

41:18

Jonathan is a SAG-AFTRA actor and talented voice over artist, who happens to be Neurodiverse. With over twenty years of experience in the Entertainment Industry, he’s created and voiced characters for theme parks, audiobooks, apps, digital comics, and more. Jonathan is the host of “Dorktales Storytime,” an award winning podcast for kids which inclu…

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The Power of Music & Friendship - Alana DeStefano 49:02

3M ago49:02

49:02

Today's fun-filled episode features a very special guest - Alana DeStefano of "Bach to Rock" Music School in Port Washington, NY. Alana is music teacher to not only our 4 co-hosts, but all 26 Nicholas Center participants who attend B2R. With an extensive musical background, Alana lends her time and talent to managing each of the 6 bands of The Nich…

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How a 24-Year-Old Entrepreneur Turned a Government Dilemma into a Booming Business With Greg Berry 39:34

3M ago39:34

39:34

At just 24 years old, Greg Berry was elected as a city councilor and quickly spotted a major problem: government organizations were struggling to get fair value for their surplus items when they sold them. Determined to find a solution, Greg leveraged his IT expertise and entrepreneurial spirit to create Municibid, an online platform that has since…

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Hillside Food Outreach - Anna LaRochelle 56:51

4M ago56:51

56:51

Today's guest on Agents of Humanity is Anna Larochelle, the Assistant Director of Hillside Food Outreach which is located in Mount Kisco, NY and Danbury, CT. Hillside Food Outreach delivers high-quality, nutritious food that enables low-income, chronically ill, disabled and those who are not able to access a traditional food pantry to achieve a bet…

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Why Your Emails Aren’t Always Reaching Inboxes And What To Do About It with Tech Expert MV Braverman 36:13

4M ago36:13

36:13

Ever wondered if your emails are disappearing into a digital abyss, never to be seen or read by the people on your list? Imagine how bad that would be for your business if your carefully crafted messages never reach their destinations. In this episode, we dive deep into the world of email deliverability with tech expert MV Braverman to ensure your …

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How To Get Your Email System Past First Gear With Expert Kay Peacey 47:41

4M ago47:41

47:41

Have you ever worried that your email platform is nothing more than an expensive drag on your business? And that you’re not getting everything out of it that you could? Like a parked Ferrari languishing in the driveway? In this episode we dive deep into how ActiveCampaign can revolutionize the way you connect with your customers and transform routi…

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No Wave Too High - Sara & Ben Intonato 47:46

4M ago47:46

47:46

The Intonato family is the subject of a new documentary, “Rocco Up." The film documents the journey of Ben teaching their Autistic son, Rocco how to surf. Over the years, Rocco develops confidence, grace and remarkable balance on his surfboard. “Rocco Up” is a true tale of limitless family love, the support of community and the neuroscience behind …

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How to Continuously Improve Your Business Without Burning Out 11:09

5M ago11:09

11:09

Ever found yourself frustrated while waiting in line? Imagine turning that idle time into a goldmine for your business! In today’s episode, host, Trudy Rankin dives into how a surprise waiting period turned into an opportunity to employ the '1 Percent Up' technique—fine-tuning her business in ways that are simple yet significantly impactful over ti…

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Design Stunning Visuals In Less Time With Canva Verified Expert Brenda Cadman 41:21

5M ago41:21

41:21

Imagine stumbling upon a tool that not only lifts your content creation game but also revolutionizes the way you organise your design workflow. Brenda Cadman did just that with Canva, transforming her graphic design process from chaos to streamlined simplicity. Dive into this episode as Brenda shares her journey from discovering Canva in its early …

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Media as Community Resource - Kim Jones and Brian Berk 43:51

5M ago43:51

43:51

Today's wonderful episode see the agensts interviewing Kim Jones, Publisher and Brian Berk, Writer, of Port Washington Living Magazine. Kim Jones is the owner of North Shore Media, LLC and publisher Port Washington Living Magazine, Manhasset Living Magazine, and Garden City Living Magazine. Through her magazines, she celebrates communities and conn…

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How To Easily Discover Captivating Content Ideas With This Topic Brainstorming Framework 21:34

5M ago21:34

21:34

If you have to regularly create content, do you struggle to find topics to cover? Whether you’re a podcaster, blogger, writer, you-name-it, it can be tough trying to overcome the old “blank page, blank mind” syndrome. In today’s episode, host Trudy Rankin shares her 3-step process for coming up with content topics, no matter what. Does it take a li…

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The Thing About Family 37:10

5M ago37:10

37:10

Family is the subject of the newest episode of The SPEAK™ Podcast, and "the thing about family" is that there are just so many stories that we can tell from so many different perspective. For now, let's start with the perspectives of three different SPEAKers from 2 different continents. We're featuring talks from some of our recent pop-up events: H…

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How This Plumber Successfully Traded His 70+Hour Work Weeks For Online Business Freedom With Jaryd Krause 41:02

5M ago41:02

41:02

Are you sick of working long hours? Long commutes? Tedious, exhausting tasks? Imagine being able to quit your job and replace your entire income by simply buying an existing online business - no more sleepless nights worrying about starting from scratch. Sounds too good to be true, right? Well, that's exactly what Jaryd Krause did after years of ba…

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And Now, a Word from our Co-Hosts - Tara, Jason, Robert, & Tomas 39:05

5M ago39:05

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Today is a very special episode co-hosted by our own Agents of Humanity co-hosts Tara, Jason, Robert and Tomas, and TNC Media Arts Coordinator Amanda! Our Co-Hosts answer your listener questions and share more about themselves. Have a question for Agents of Humanity? Let us know on Instagram @NicholasCenter To learn more or sign up to be a guest: h…

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What's in a Name and a Race? 42:07

5M ago42:07

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Let's talk about names and let's talk about race. In fact, let's talk about both on the newest episode of The SPEAK™ Podcast, where our micro-theme is "what's in a name and a race" where we focus on three incredible speakers that discuss racial excellence, the heritage of a name, and unspoken racism. We're featuring talks from some of our recent po…

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How To Get More Done In Less Time With Less Stress 17:59

5M ago17:59

17:59

Do you constantly feel like there aren’t enough hours in the day to accomplish everything on your to-do list? Imagine being able to squeeze more into your day without feeling overwhelmed or like you're constantly running out of time. In this practical episode, Host, Trudy Rankin, unveils her tried-and-true strategies for maximizing productivity and…

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5 Powerful Daily Rituals For Productivity Gains And Stress Reduction 12:51

6M ago12:51

12:51

Do you often feel overwhelmed and like there's never enough time in the day? You're not alone. As a too-busy solopreneur or small business owner, it's easy to get bogged down in the daily grind and lose sight of what really matters. So in this episode, Trudy Rankin shares the 5 powerful daily rituals that she uses to stay focused, boost productivit…

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Tips for Parents of Special Needs Indivduals - Chantai Snellgrove 36:24

6M ago36:24

36:24

Welcome to the newest episode of Agents of Humanity entitled Tips for Parents of Special Needs Indivduals with Chantai Snellgrove, Founder & Publisher of Parenting Special Needs Magazine - the first free, bi-monthly digital publication allowing access anywhere and anytime. In its 16th year, “Parenting Special Needs Magazine” continues to support an…

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The Trauma Effect 38:44

6M ago38:44

38:44

On this episode of The SPEAK™ Podcast, our micro-theme is "the trauma effect" where we focus on three talks where our speakers all experienced a trauma in their lives and a moment of transformation that eventually brought them through to the other side of trauma. What's that other side? You'll find out in a few minutes. We're featuring talks from s…

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How To Boost Your Visibility and Authority On LinkedIn 38:13

6M ago38:13

38:13

Have you spent years crafting your professional identity, building a solid reputation, and networking with industry peers? But when you look at your LinkedIn profile, it's a relic of the past, a dusty snapshot that fails to capture the dynamic professional you've become. Sound familiar? You're not alone. Many of us have neglected our LinkedIn prese…

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How You Can Stand Out In A Crowded Niche With This Soul Food Blogger’s Winning Formula 45:55

6M ago45:55

45:55

Are you in a crowded niche where it feels almost impossible to stand out? And you’re looking for ways to build your customer base? Shaunda Necole is an influencer and online business owner who has successfully built multiple blogs, podcasts and monetisation streams around her passion for food and travel. In just two years, she built her blog The So…

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Creative Media & Non-Profit Service - David Goldberg 42:52

6M ago42:52

42:52

David Goldberg is the founder of Digital WaterWorx, which produces radio and television commercials, corporate videos, live events and a host of other creative media services. Their client list of over 4,000 clients. He can be heard as the voice on hundreds of radio and TVcommercials, including for the US Army, Coors, General Motors, Kraft Foods, a…

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A Moment of Truth 30:09

6M ago30:09

30:09

A SPEAK Talk is comprised of 3 unique identifying moments: The Moment of Truth, The Moment of Transformation, and The Moment of Impact. On this episode of The SPEAK™ Podcast, our micro-theme is "a moment of truth" where we focus on three talks that have powerful moments of truth that define the talks. We're featuring talks from some of our recent p…

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How To Get Client Testimonials Without Having To Beg 9:12

6M ago9:12

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Have you ever felt awkward about asking clients for a testimonial? Or reached out to a client for a review or recommendation and got back crickets? In this episode, Trudy Rankin shares four tips to get amazing client testimonials without having to feel embarrassed about asking. Trudy helps busy business owners create and sell new online products an…

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Life After Cancer 36:10

7M ago36:10

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We have heard talks about "The Big 'C'" before but these particular talks that we're featuring today are talking about the aftermath of cancer. Join us for the newest episode of The SPEAK™ Podcast where our micro-theme for is "life after cancer" where we hear from survivors and relatives of individuals that battled cancer. We're featuring talks fro…

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Special Needs Advocacy - Danielle Roma 36:45

7M ago36:45

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Danielle Roma, Co-Founder of S.L.P. Empowered, a non-profit organization formed during the Covid Pandemic as a support resource to parents. The organization offers language enrichment opportunities and training. They aim to educate the community on communication disorders and to support vulnerable communities, while advocating for ethical practices…

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Turning User Feedback into Startup Wins with Circle Co-Founder Andrew Guttormsen 33:16

7M ago33:16

33:16

At age 26, Andrew Guttormsen was living with his parents and took an unpaid internship to get his foot in the door at Teachable. His persistence and great ideas led to him becoming a core team member and he went on to eventually co-found Circle, a community platform now used by over 10,000 businesses. With experience scaling two highly successful s…

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How Engineers, Developers and other IT Professionals Can Become Business Owners Without Starting From Scratch With Michael Frew 38:09

7M ago38:09

38:09

As an engineer, developer or other IT professional, are you sick of meetings and managers? And you dream of starting your own business so you can escape your cubicle? Michael Frew has a unique perspective - after 18 years working as an engineer and architect for top tech companies, he made a big shift to acquire online businesses instead of startin…

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Community Service - Jonathan "JoJo" Gold 29:51

7M ago29:51

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Jonathan "JoJo" Gold is the Co-Founder, along with his brother, David, of “Can You Help Too?”, a non-profit started in Port Washington, NY with plans to expand far and wide. The idea began during the Covid pandemic as a way to help stock empty shelves at a local food pantry and has now grown to serve multiple organizations in many different ways. J…

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The Power of Love and Transformation 34:59

7M ago34:59

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Love is powerful. Transformation is powerful. Both? Unstoppable. Join us for the newest episode of The SPEAK™ Podcast where our micro-theme for is "the power of love and transformation" and these talks are about as impactful as you can get. We're featuring talks from some of our recent pop-up events: Love, Transformation, and Shelter. This episode …

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Evergreen Series - Are You Ready To Sell Your Consultancy Business With Professor Joe O’Mahoney 38:22

7M ago38:22

38:22

Have you ever wondered what it really takes to sell a consulting firm or an agency? In this special evergreen episode from 2023, we're diving into the secrets behind preparing your consultancy business for growth and eventual exit. And, I pose the question, if you could sell your business someday, what would it take to get it ready? My guest, Profe…

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Think Different 26:06

7M ago26:06

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Different is good, right? It most certainly is, ESPECIALLY when we talk about how to "think different," our micro-theme for today's episode of The SPEAK™ Podcast. We're featuring talks from some of our recent pop-up events: Beginnings, Freedom, and Neurodiversity. This episode featured the following Published SPEAKers: Kelli Fisher | Embracing Neur…

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Evergreen Series - This Niche Website Strategy Helped Jake Lang Escape His 9-to-5 Job 37:57

8M ago37:57

37:57

Have you ever wondered if starting a niche website could be a viable business for you? In this special evergreen episode from 2023, we're revisiting my conversation with Jake Lang, an expert at starting profitable niche sites. Jake has an incredible story of building niche sites while working a full-time job, eventually leading to a six-figure busi…

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Inventors - Tom Foth 46:40

8M ago46:40

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Tom Foth - Senior Emerging Technology and Innovation Consultant, Inventor and new Grandfather - is an award-winning innovator with 49 years of experience. At age 10, Kimberly-Clark filed a patent application for an easy open envelope and he never looked back. He has amassed 46 patents with 4 pending across a broad set of domains. He is currently wo…

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Fireside Chat LIVE at SPEAK: Growth! 41:47

8M ago41:47

41:47

It's another special episode of The SPEAK™ Podcast LIVE, recorded in front of our live audience at The Nutty Irishman immediately following the talks at our SPEAK: Growth pop-up event on November 30, 2023 in Farmingdale, New York. The Co-Leaders of SPEAK, George Andriopoulos, Jason Martin, and Fred Banny, have a conversation with the SPEAKers of Gr…

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The Spectrum of Overcoming 43:44

8M ago43:44

43:44

The SPEAK™ Podcast returns from holiday hiatus with episode 22 featuring the micro-theme "the spectrum of overcoming" where our 3 talks tell stories of overcoming adversity through 3 different spectrums: flipping the script, connections, and hope. We're featuring talks from some of our recent pop-up events: Freedom, Heritage, and Growth. This episo…

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Evergreen Series - Turning A Hobby Into A Money-Making Business With Angie Wilson 31:54

8M ago31:54

31:54

Have you ever wondered how a simple passion can transform into a thriving business? Or what it would take to turn a love for making things with your hands into a profitable venture? It’s a question that a lot of people ask when they start thinking about setting up their own business. Or whether they could do something to bring in a bit of extra cas…

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Amanda Finnochio - The Nicholas Center Media Arts Lab - Creativity in Action 23:45

8M ago23:45

23:45

Amanda Finnochio, Media Arts Coordinator, The Nicholas Center (TNC) speaks with the Agents of Humanity about her role at TNC - coordinating Media Arts programming and assisting Autistic adults in the creation of the TNC Navigator News, NCN - Nicholas Center News and the Agents of Humanity Podcast. Amanda works with participants to source, write, il…

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