Best Assembling Inclusion Podcasts (2024)

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067: ADHD & Successful, Fulfilling Careers: Shell Mendelson on Unlocking Your Career Path: A Course for ADHD Adults and Teens 35:38

4d ago35:38

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In this episode, we talk to Shell Mendelson, career counselor and author of the book A Course for ADHD Adults and Teens: Unlock Your Career Path. Shell discusses her educational journey, and the factors that led her work in career counseling, including her current work with adults and young adults with ADHD. Shell emphasizes that there are no speci…

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Lawmakers Recap the 2024 General Assembly 56:34

3d ago56:34

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Renee Shaw hosts a review of the 2024 Kentucky lawmaking session with legislators. Guests: State Sen. Phillip Wheeler (R-Pikeville); State Sen. Cassie Chambers Armstrong (D-Louisville); State Rep. Rachel Roarx (D-Louisville); and State Rep. Michael Sarge Pollock (R-Campbellsville).By KET

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Building Better Foster Care 18:14

8d ago18:14

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California’s foster care system is in desperate need of an upgrade. The list of problems is long…and the outcomes for foster youth have been poor in far too many cases. May is Foster Care Awareness Month so we sat down with Assemblymember Dr. Cory Jackson, a leading voice in the effort to improve the child welfare system, to talk about what needs t…

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New Bishop, Anglican-Lutheran Collab, Safeguarding 30:27

10d ago30:27

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In this episode, we'll take a closer look at safeguarding within a religious context, visit an Anglican-Lutheran collaboration in Estonia, and talk with the newly elected Bishop of the Lutheran Church in Great Britain, Rt Rev Paulina Hławiczka-Trotman. Produced and presented by Dr Anna Krauß, Rev Dr Wendy Sherer, and Rev Meelis Süld.…

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Reviewing the 2024 General Assembly 56:34

11d ago56:34

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Renee Shaw and guests recap the 2024 General Assembly. Guests: Morgan Eaves, executive director of the Kentucky Democratic Party; Tres Watson, Republican political strategist and founder Capitol Reins PR; Abby Piper, founder and managing partner of Piper | Smith LLC, a government and public relations firm; and Jared Smith, a Democratic strategist a…

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066: Penn-Mar's Assistive Technology Initiative with Allis Kensing | Breaking Down Barriers and Encouraging Access through AT Education and a Lending Library 22:42

11d ago22:42

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In this episode, we interviewed Allis Kensing, the Enabling Technology Coordinator at Penn-Mar Human Services. Penn-Mar has a new initiative to empower people with disabilities through the use of assistive technology. The initiative includes an assistive technology lending library, which allows people to try out different technologies to see how it…

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065: Active Project with Matt Tilford | Finding Your Fit: How Active Project Connects Athletes with Adaptive Sports Opportunities 29:31

19d ago29:31

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In this episode, we talk to Matt Tilford from Active Project and the Kelly Brush Foundation. Active Project offers a way for athletes to learn about adaptive sports by creating a community of adaptive sports organizations and athletes. Within the platform, athletes can discover new adaptive sports, find local adaptive sports organizations and progr…

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064: Everyday Adventures with Molly and Dyslexia with Krista Weltner | Empowerment, Authentic Representation, and Self-Reflection through a New Picture Book Series 21:19

26d ago21:19

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In this episode, we talked to Krista Weltner, author of Everyday Adventures with Molly and Dyslexia, a three book children’s book series about dyslexia. During our conversation, we discuss Krista’s decision to represent dyslexia through the personified character of Lexi. The series overall aims to empower children with dyslexia by showcasing their …

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Final Negotiations on the State Budget 56:34

1M ago56:34

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Renee Shaw and guests discuss the state budget. Guests: State Sen. Chris McDaniel (R-Ryland Heights), chair of the Senate Appropriations and Revenue Committee; State Rep. Cherlynn Stevenson (D-Lexington), House Minority Caucus Chair; and State Sen. Robin Webb (D-Grayson), member of the Senate Appropriations and Revenue Committee.…

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063: Dysolve with Dr. Coral Hoh | Dyslexia Breakthrough: AI-Powered, Personalized Evaluation Methods to Pinpoint and Correct Root Causes of Dyslexia 45:19

1M ago45:19

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In this episode, we talk to Dr. Coral Hoh, a linguistic expert and the co-founder of Dysolve. Dysolve is an artificial intelligence powered solution for evaluating and addressing dyslexia. During our conversation, Dr. Hoh addresses the problems with the traditional approach to dyslexia evaluations, including scattered assessments and data points th…

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Growing Renters Caucus Amplifies Tenants’ Voices 23:59

1M ago23:59

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New Bill Stops Landlords from Denying Housing to Tenants with Pets The chair of the California Legislative Renters Caucus, Matt Haney (D-San Francisco) has introduced legislation that prohibits blanket pet bans in rental units in California. AB 2216 will require landlords to have reasonable reason(s) for not allowing a pet in a rental unit and only…

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062: VisitAble with Joe Jamison | Beyond Compliance: Building a Culture of Accessibility and Disability Inclusion with VisitAble Training and Certifications 23:42

1M ago23:42

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In this episode, we interviewed Joe Jamison, founder and CEO of VisitAble. VisitAble is dedicated to accessibility awareness and inclusion training for businesses, addressing the gap these organizations often have in the disability space. The self-paced eLearning courses emphasize the importance of storytelling, focusing on industry best practices,…

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School Safety 56:34

2M ago56:34

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Renee Shaw and guests discuss school safety. Guests: State Senator Max Wise (R-Campbellsville); State Senator Reggie Thomas (D-Lexington); Ryan Straw, Kentucky State Fraternal Order of Police; Chris Barrier, chief of police, Montgomery County School District; Cathy Hobart, Moms Demand Action Kentucky; and Rhonda Caldwell, Ed.D., executive director,…

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061: Gateway Arts with Gregory Liakos | Fostering Careers and Creativity for the Disability Community- Inside the 50 Year Legacy of Gateway Arts 26:54

2M ago26:54

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In this episode, we talked to Gregory Liakos, the Director of Gateway Arts, an organization dedicated to providing individualized arts-based services for adults with disabilities, which allow them to find meaningful careers within the art world. Founded in 1973, Gateway Arts is one of the longest-running programs of its kind in the United States, o…

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Early Childhood Education 56:34

2M ago56:34

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Renee Shaw leads a discussion on early childhood education. Guests: State Sen. Danny Carroll (R-Benton); State Sen. Cassie Chambers Armstrong (D-Louisville); Sarah Vanover from Kentucky Youth Advocates; Kate Shanks from the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce; Brigitte Blom from the Prichard Committee for Academic Excellence; and Andrew McNeill from Kentu…

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Black History Month and Healing the Trauma 22:55

2M ago22:55

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Throughout the month of February extra focus is on the history of African-Americans, as the country marks Black History Month. For more than 50 years, the California Legislative Black Caucus has been at the forefront of efforts to make sure the real history of Black America is told and improve the lives of Blacks in California. Assemblymember Lori …

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Abortion Legislation 56:34

2M ago56:34

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Renee Shaw and guests discuss abortion legislation. Guests: State Representative Nancy Tate (R-Brandenburg); Tamarra Wieder, state director of Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates; Addia Wuchner, executive director of Kentucky Right to Life; and Jackie McGranahan, senior policy strategist for the ACLU of Kentucky.…

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060: AdaptX with Brendan Aylward | Designing Fitness for Everyone with Universal Design and Inclusive Training 30:43

2M ago30:43

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In this episode, Brendan Aylward, founder of AdaptX and owner of the inclusive fitness center, Unified Health and Performance, discusses his passion for creating inclusive fitness environments. Within AdaptX, the mission is to provide resources and education to fitness professionals so they can better support their clients with disabilities. During…

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School Choice and Education Issues 56:34

2M ago56:34

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Renee Shaw and guests discuss school choice and education issues. Guests: Eddie Campbell, president of the Kentucky Education Association (KEA); Heather LeMire, Kentucky State Director of Americans for Prosperity; Brigitte Blom, president and CEO of the Prichard Committee for Academic Excellence; and Jim Waters, president and CEO of the Bluegrass I…

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State Budget Discussion 56:34

3M ago56:34

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059: Shine Music Festival with Shawn Satterfield | Beyond the Stage: Revolutionizing Accessibility and Inclusion in Live Music 43:09

3M ago43:09

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In this episode, we focus on accessibility and disability inclusion within music festivals. Live music can bring people together but, unfortunately, most venues and events are not inclusive for all music fans. In this episode, we talked to Shawn Satterfield, founder of Shine Music and the Shine Music Festival, an accessible music festival in Colora…

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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) in Higher Education 56:35

3M ago56:35

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Renee Shaw and guests discuss Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) at Kentucky colleges and universities. Guests include: Richard Nelson from the Commonwealth Policy Center; State Rep.Tina Bojanowski (D-Louisville); Travis Powell from the Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education; and State Sen. Mike Wilson (R-Bowling Green), Senate Majority Whi…

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058: Becoming rentABLE with Lorraine Woodward | Inclusive Stays: Redefining Access in the World of Short-Term Rentals 46:57

3M ago46:57

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In this episode, Lorraine Woodward, founder of Becoming rentABLE, discusses the challenges and importance of making short-term rentals accessible. She highlights that only 0.01% of short-term rentals in the U.S. are considered accessible and that there is a need for a wider range of accessibility features. Becoming rentABLE provides a platform for …

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January 22, 2024 - Safer Kentucky Act 56:34

3M ago56:34

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Guests discuss the Safer Kentucky Act proposed during the 2024 General Assembly. Guests: State Rep. Jared Bauman (R-Louisville), sponsor of the Safer Kentucky Act; State Rep. Keturah Herron (D-Louisville); Ryan Straw from the Kentucky State Fraternal Order of Police; Kungu Njuguna from ACLU of Kentucky; George Eklund from Coalition for the Homeless…

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New Committee Investigating the Rise in Retail Theft 21:26

3M ago21:26

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California State Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas has announced the formation of a new Select Committee on Retail Theft, and has named Assemblymember Rick Chavez Zbur (D-Hollywood) as Committee Chair. The Select Committee is comprised of bipartisan members from across the state, including from areas most impacted by retail theft. The committee will pr…

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Legislative Priorities in the 2024 General Assembly 56:35

4M ago56:35

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Renee Shaw hosts a discussion about the 2024 Kentucky General Assembly. Guests: State Representative David Osborne (R-Prospect), Speaker of the House; State Senator Robert Stivers (R-Manchester), President of the Senate; State Representative Derrick Graham (D-Frankfort), House Minority Floor Leader; and State Senator Gerald Neal (D-Louisville), Sen…

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057: READ Learning and Silver Moon Spelling with Kelly Steinke | Building Bridges and Empowering Children with Dyslexia through Targeted Reading Interventions and Support 36:38

4M ago36:38

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In this episode, we are joined by Kelly Steinke, the president of READ Learning and Silver Moon Spelling. Kelly is a passionate advocate for literacy education, and she has dedicated her career to helping children with dyslexia succeed. In this episode, we discuss the inspiration behind Kelly’s work, her curriculum for research-based literacy instr…

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New Monument Honors the Real History of California’s First People 21:04

4M ago21:04

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More than 400 celebrate historic Native American monument in Capitol Park honoring tribes on whose land the state Capitol now stands State marks Native American Heritage Month by unveiling 10th tribute in the park commemorating California heroes & protectors SACRAMENTO—On a cool, breezy Sacramento morning, more than 400 tribal members, dignitaries …

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Governor Andy Beshear's Budget Address 56:37

4M ago56:37

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Renee Shaw and guests discuss Governor Andy Beshear's Budget Address. The program will include Gov. Beshear's pre-taped budget address. Guests: Amy Wickliffe, Republican strategist; Sherman Brown, Democratic strategist, both from McCarthy Strategic Solutions; Charles Aull from the Kentucky Chamber Center for Policy and Research; and Jason Bailey fr…

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2024 Legislative Preview: Part Two 56:36

5M ago56:36

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Renee Shaw hosts a 2024 legislative session preview. Guests: State Representative Chad Aull (D-Lexington); State Representative Stephanie Dietz (R-Edgewood); State Senator Cassie Chambers Armstrong (D-Louisville); and State Senator Amanda Mays Bledsoe (R- Lexington).By KET

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056: Louis Armstrong Legacy Monthly Jazz Jams with Mimi Block & Carol Sudhalter | The Power of Jazz and Inclusion 30:05

5M ago30:05

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In this episode, we spoke to Carol Sudhalter and Mimi Block about the Louis Armstrong Legacy Monthly Jazz Jams held at Flushing Town Hall each month. Carol is the jazz house band leader for the jam sessions and Mimi is a frequent performer and an accomplished violinist. In our conversations, both guests share their experiences with music and the im…

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2024 Legislative Preview 56:36

5M ago56:36

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Renee Shaw hosts a 2024 legislative preview. Guests: State Senator Julie Raque Adams (R-Louisville), Senate Majority Caucus Chair; State Representative Suzanne Miles (R-Owensboro), House Majority Caucus Chair; State Senator Robin Webb (D-Grayson); and State Representative Lindsey Burke (D-Lexington).…

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California Leading the Way on Veterans Issues 29:21

5M ago29:21

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California has more military bases within its borders than most states: a whopping 32 bases are in CA, some from every military branch. There are 158,000 active duty members of the armed forces in California. There are 1.35-million military veterans in California. Assemblywoman Pilar Schiavo is the new Chair of the Military and Veterans Affairs Com…

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055: Queens College Neurodiversity Hub with Dr. Sally Izquierdo & Kartika Kumari | Navigating Neurodiversity in Higher Education to Empower Staff and Students 37:21

6M ago37:21

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In this episode, we interview Dr. Sally Izquierdo and Kartika Kumari about their work creating the Neurodiversity Hub at Queens College. The hub provides access to quality resources about neurodiversity and how to support students in the classroom, specifically within higher education. These artifacts can help professors and staff create more welco…

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Analysts Discuss What to Expect on Election Day 2023 56:34

6M ago56:34

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Renee Shaw hosts a discussion about the 2023 election. Guests: Kelsey Hayes Coots, principal of Blue Dot Consulting; Tres Watson, founder of Capitol Reins PR and host of KYPolWeekly Podcast; Will Carle, Democratic political strategist and president of Opine Strategies; and Rebecca Hartsough, senior policy director at Babbage Cofounder.…

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Candidate Conversations: Lieutenant Governor 56:30

6M ago56:30

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Renee Shaw hosts a discussion with candidates for Lieutenant Governor of Kentucky in the 2023 general election. Guests: Lieutenant Governor Jacqueline Coleman, Democrat incumbent, and State Senator Robby Mills, Republican candidate.By KET

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054: Islands of Brilliance with Dr. Kate Siekman | A Model of Inclusive Learning Experiences where Neurodivergent Learners Can Thrive 33:32

6M ago33:32

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In this episode, we interviewed Dr. Kate Siekman about Islands of Brilliance, an organization dedicated to creating learning experiences that support and empower neurodivergent learners. By pairing arts, design, and STEAM content with individual SpIns, different levels of program options, and mentorship, Islands of Brilliance has created a space wh…

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Candidate Conversations: Governor 56:34

6M ago56:34

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Renee Shaw hosts a conversation with candidates for Governor of Kentucky in the 2023 general election. Guests: Governor Andy Beshear, Democrat incumbent and Attorney General Daniel Cameron, Republican candidate.By KET

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Next Generation Workers' Rights 20:07

6M ago20:07

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Asm. Liz Ortega (D-San Leandro) Announces Governor Signed New Law to Prevent Child Labor Exploitation SACRAMENTO ― California high school students will learn about their rights at work and how to defend themselves against workplace abuses under a first-of-its-kind law just signed by Governor Gavin Newsom over the weekend. AB 800, authored by Assemb…

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Political Analysts Forecast the 2023 General Election 56:34

6M ago56:34

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Renee Shaw and guests discuss the 2023 election with three weeks remaining. Guests: Amy Wickliffe, Republican strategist and partner with McCarthy Strategic Solutions; Sherman Brown, Democratic strategist and partner with McCarthy Strategic Solutions; Anne-Tyler Morgan, an attorney, Republican, and member in the McBrayer PLLC; and Stuart Perelmuter…

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053: Eazilee with Rebecca Scott | Improving the Approach to Assistive Technology Recommendations and Selections 34:43

6M ago34:43

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Billions of people around the world use assistive technology, but the wide variety of different AT devices, equipment, and products can be overwhelming both for people recommending and adopting technology. Eazilee is a platform and community centered on finding the right assistive technology. We talked to Rebecca Scott about how overwhelming AT dec…

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Secretary of State; Commissioner of Agriculture 56:34

7M ago56:34

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Renee Shaw hosts discussions with candidates in the Secretary of State and Commissioner of Agriculture races in the 2023 general election. Guests: Candidates for Secretary of State: Michael Adams, Republican incumbent, and Charles Wheatley, Democratic candidate. Candidate for Commissioner of Agriculture: Sierra Enlow, Democratic candidate.…

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Auditor of Public Accounts; State Treasurer 56:34

7M ago56:34

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Renee Shaw hosts discussions with candidates in the Auditor of Public Accounts and State Treasurer races in the 2023 general election. Guests: Candidates for Auditor of Public Accounts: Allison Ball, Republican candidate; Kimberley Reeder, Democratic candidate. Candidates for State Treasurer: Michael Bowman, Democratic candidate; Mark Metcalf, Repu…

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052: Treat Accessibly with Rich Padulo | Making Halloween Inclusive for Everyone 28:34

7M ago28:34

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In this episode, we interview Rich Padulo, founder of Treat Accessibly, an organization dedicated to making Halloween more inclusive. We talk about the story of how Rich and his family were inspired to start Treat Accessibly, We also discuss strategies people can follow to ensure they are creating an inclusive trick-or-treating experience for every…

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Kentucky's Economy, Jobs and Taxes 56:34

7M ago56:34

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Renee Shaw and guests discuss Kentucky's economy, jobs and taxes. Guests: State Sen. Christian McDaniel (R), chair of the Senate Appropriations and Revenue Committee; State Sen. Robin Webb (D), member of the Senate Appropriations and Revenue Committee; Charles Aull from the Kentucky Chamber Center for Policy and Research; and Jason Bailey from the …

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LGBTQ+ Inclusivity Improves Schools for All Students 29:35

7M ago29:35

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AB 5: The Safe and Supportive Schools Act As LGBTQ+ rights across the country come under attack, from book bans to outlawing instruction on sexual orientation and gender identity in schools, California is leading the way in preserving the rights of LGBTQ+ students across the state. While the state is making progress, LGBTQ+ students still experienc…

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Higher Education in Kentucky 56:34

7M ago56:34

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Renee Shaw and guests discuss higher education in Kentucky. Guests include: Aaron Thompson, Ph.D., president of the Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education; Bob Jackson, Ed.D., president of Murray State University; David McFaddin, Ed.D., president of Eastern Kentucky University; and Mason Dyer, president of the Association of Independent Kentuc…

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051: SignUp with Mariella Satow | Breaking Down Barriers to Media with a Free Sign Language Interpretation Extension 22:35

7M ago22:35

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In this episode, we interviewed Mariella Satow about SignUp, a free Chrome extension that provides an overlay with sign language interpretation for popular Netflix and Disney + movie content. We discuss the inspiration behind starting this extension, how interpreters are hired, the process of selecting and interpreting a movie, and future plans for…

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Kentucky's Health Care Challenges 56:34

8M ago56:34

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Renee Shaw and guests discuss Kentucky's health care challenges. Guests: State Sen. Stephen Meredith (R-Leitchfield); State Sen. Karen Berg (D-Louisville); Vickie Yates Brown Glisson, health insurance lawyer; Emily Beauregard from Kentucky Voices for Health; Patrick Padgett from Kentucky Medical Association (KMA); and Stephen Houghland, M.D., from …

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050: Access Birding with Freya McGregor | Exploring How to Make Birding Accessible for Everyone 35:51

8M ago35:51

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Birding is a popular outdoor activity that millions of Americans enjoy, but did you also know that it is an extremely adaptable hobby? In this episode, we talk to Freya McGregor, who founded Access Birding, an organization that provides consulting and training services related to birding, accessibility, inclusion, and disability. We discuss the wor…

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