Best MCV Podcasts (2024)

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#233 Future Looks Good: Ep 18 Meet Jason Bean 1:05:16

8M ago1:05:16

1:05:16

On this episode of the Future Looks Good, we meet Jason Bean. Jason is one of the most resilient people and persistent learners I've ever met. Today we get to peel pack some layers of the onion that is Jason and find out how he made the transition from "you can't do that" to "I'll show you" without completely losing his Ogre in the process ;)…

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#232: Autistic Rambler Ep 7.5 Big Boys Don't Cry 37:02

9M ago37:02

37:02

Why does society get to dictate how people express their emotions? Excellent question. Let's discuss ;)By Elizabeth Plouffe

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#231 Autistic Rambler: Barbie and Pink Power 1:09:29

9M ago1:09:29

1:09:29

Do you deny your pink? Do you mask to fit in? We're talking embracing the things in life that make you happy vs worrying about what other dingalings think you should be. Someone wants you to fit in? That's a them issue, not a you issue. Are you getting grief about what colors you choose to wear? Also a them issue. We're chatting about our "roles" i…

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#230: Autistic Rambler Ep23: Comfort Is A Hot Cup Of Whatever You Need 56:10

9M ago56:10

56:10

Maddy and I began this podcast talking about coffee. The beans of the gods for some folks. Or is it? Is it the beans or the moment you take for yourself to do something just for you? That moment of comfort. And then I said, Should we press record. Maddy said yes and now you have whole podcast dedicated to why finding what gives you comfort and not …

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#229: Autistic Rambler Ep 21 - PIVOT Instead Of Change 54:56

9M ago54:56

54:56

What if we started looking at change as a pivot? Looking at our existing skills and building on them instead of thinking we have to learn a whole new set of skills? Pivoting isn't just a funny Friends meme - it's a tactic used in business and many other places when what we're doing just isn't working for us anymore.…

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#228: Autistic Rambler Ep 20: We're Talking About Big Feelings And F Bombs 1:02:24

10M ago1:02:24

1:02:24

Have you ever tried something brand spanky new? Something different than anyone else in your network? Something that causes you to feel uncomfortable? Good! The feelings that come along with that are a human response to doing something brave. Unless you are lying your face off, you are not an imposter. You are just kicking ass and taking names ;)…

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#227: Autistic Rambler Ep 19: We're Talking About The C Word 51:56

10M ago51:56

51:56

The C word. I'm sure some of you thought cancer. Some thought something I can't type here without getting censored. And some just wondered, what the heck does this mean??? Without context, it's hard to understand ;)By Elizabeth Plouffe

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#226: Autistic Rambler Ep 18: Expertise Comes In Many Valuable Forms 54:04

10M ago54:04

54:04

I had a GREAT description written and then Soundcloud messed it up! Now my expertise is in writing and crafting messaging but that doesn't mean I want to rewrite this one ;)Today we're talking about the value of lived experience and owning the title of expert if it fits you. It's a bit of a journey to get there but the other value is that if you ca…

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#225: Autistic Rambler Ep 17: Shine The Light 13:51

10M ago13:51

13:51

Sometimes navigating the world of autism can be a dark and lonely place for many people. Those diagnosed and those along for the ride to support the individual. The ever lovin' Maddy came up with the PERFECT analogy to describe what that wild ride can be like. Today's a shorty podcast but we expand on it next session. Don't miss it!…

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#224: Autistic Rambler Ep 16: Habits, Change, Conflict and Communication 56:45

11M ago56:45

56:45

Once again, Betty and I get in to a non-podcast podcast where Betty starts talking smarticles and all I did was ask a damn question. Jeepers.We talk about the anticipatory energy brought to a conversation which can either go smoothly or become a conflict depending on how we show up. Then we leap to change: who should start? More importantly, why sh…

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#223: Autistic Rambler Ep 15: Do NOT Boldly Go In To My Space 59:27

12M ago59:27

59:27

What do we ramble on about on this episode? When I listened back while editing, I had to message Maddy because we covered SOOOO much that all tied back to communication and personal space. We touch on how trauma influences how we engage in certain situations. How our lenses on life can contribute or get in the way of belonging. How personal space, …

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#222: Autistic Rambler Ep 14 - Values, Checklists And Moving Forward 1:01:07

1y ago1:01:07

1:01:07

One thing I've always struggled with is putting value on lived experience. Not that it doesn't have value but how do you get paid for it? How do you get others to recognize it? If you think I've struggled, I've got nothing on the autism community. Tokenism is not paying someone a fair value in exchange for sharing lived experience. If it's valuable…

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#221: Autistic Rambler Ep 13 - Suzy's, Sherlocks And Moving Forward 48:45

1y ago48:45

48:45

Socrates, Suzy's, Robert's and more. We get in to the necessity of having variety on a team and particularly so when dealing with the neurodivergent community. If you're a service provider and you've hired yourself a team of Suzy's, that all meet the same hiring criteria and wouldn't know the Socratic method of teaching if the philosopher himself w…

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#220: Autistic Rambler Ep 12 - Getting Through Setbacks 1:20:37

1y ago1:20:37

1:20:37

Adulting was hard on the day we recorded this podcast. HARD I tell you. But as usually Betty pulled up their socks and dragged me along for an insightful, vulnerable and honest to goodness learning session on setbacks. They do have value as long as you try to learn from them and don't let them keep you mired in the muck for too long. A little pity …

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#219: Autistic Rambler Ep 11 - Capacity To Create Opportunity Out of Chaos 1:11:30

1y ago1:11:30

1:11:30

Do you get sick and tired of people treating your autistic kid or your autistic self as someone who's incapable of doing just about anything? It really grates my cheese when people make assumptions about my son's capabilities and Maddy's cheese is equally grated for themselves and their kids. Sometimes it's just about capacity and understanding the…

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#218: Autistic Rambler Ep 10 - Shut the Should-ers 1:02:53

1y ago1:02:53

1:02:53

The word should is one that really grates my cheese. And not in a delicious mac and cheese way but in a ticks me off way. Should implies that what you're doing is wrong and the person who's saying it? Their way is better. Should creates limits when it becomes shouldn't. As the parent of an autistic individual I have banished should and my lovely co…

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#217: Autistic Rambler Ep 9 - Pink Glittery Trees and Letting Go of Holiday Perfection 1:15:35

1+ y ago1:15:35

1:15:35

Have you ever been sick and then spent weeks catching up from that??? Shortly after we recorded this AMAZING episode, Elizabeth got COVID. She got it goooood. And she's been catching up ever since. So while this Holiday glitterati inspired podcast is late, it can be applied to birthday parties, summer gatherings, graduations and more. Because a par…

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#216: Autistic Rambler Ep 8 - Tiaras, Soap and Sensory issues 1:24:47

1+ y ago1:24:47

1:24:47

We all have things we need to work on. For some it's talking to loud or too much (that's a me thing, hence the podcast) for others it's refusing to bathe and for some it's about whether they can rock a tiara. It's all about how we show up in the world and how we communicate our needs around that. Sometimes it's not about not wanting to take a showe…

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#215: 13 - Meet Whitney Hodgins, Munson Award Winner 58:02

1+ y ago58:02

58:02

Meet Whitney Hodgins, an autistic Canadian who is a change maker and policy shaker! Learn more about the inaugural Jim and Jinette Munson Award winner who is absolutely a leader in the autism community and someone I plan to keep an eye for great things ;)By Elizabeth Plouffe

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#214: Autistic Rambler Ep 7 - Long live the Queen and How Grief Impacts Us 1:01:48

1+ y ago1:01:48

1:01:48

I am a proud Monarchist. I come from a long line of Monarchists. It's not for everybody and I respect that. What caught me unawares was the level of grief I'd feel at the death of Her Majesty. Of course Maddy and I went off on a bit of a tangent instead of our scheduled topic but we both see value in embracing the moment vs strictly adhering to a t…

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#213: Autistic Rambler Ep 6 - IEP and Leadership Skills 1:16:38

1+ y ago1:16:38

1:16:38

Have you ever had to work with a school to develop an IEP for your child? Was your child ever given an opportunity to be a part of the discussion? Mine wasn't and it didn't even occur to me to ask him because the school never said it was an option. But who better to influence how an IEP is developed that the person it's most affecting?? Join us as …

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#212: Autistic Rambler Ep 5 - Channeling Gene Roddenberry 1:14:01

2y ago1:14:01

1:14:01

Did Gene Roddenberry have any idea that when he created Star Trek in 1966 that he'd be influencing technology development, societal relationships, exploration and so much more for generations to come? He definitely boldly went where no one had gone before and has been inspiring people around the world ever since. Today, Maddy and I discuss the crea…

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#211: Autistic Rambler Ep 4 - Allyship and Maybe Capes 1:01:39

2y ago1:01:39

1:01:39

We don't want to should on you but being an ally is part of being a good human. It doesn't have to be a huge action to count. It can be standing up for someone in a meeting. It can be acting through altruism vs ego. It can be shining a light on tokenism. Or any other ism. Being an ally isn't about you - it's about what you can do to make a differen…

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#210: Autistic Rambler Ep 3 - Intersectionality Of ASD and LGBT 1:05:23

2y ago1:05:23

1:05:23

As the Queen of Soul once sang: R-E-S-P-E-C-T. Find out what it means to me.We're back with the indomitable Maddy Dever and a chat about the intersectionality between the autism community and the LGBTQ+ community. Maddy, who is non binary, uses the pronouns they / them. This was not an easy choice but one they felt they needed to live as authentica…

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#209: Autistic Rambler Ep 2 - Chase That Pokemon 51:28

2y ago51:28

51:28

What could prompt you to get outside? Is the benefit of getting outside enough to prompt some movement or is there something creating a barrier? Today we chat about the benefits of looking after your mental health and your physical health and hopefully at the same time ;)By Elizabeth Plouffe

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#208: Autistic Rambler Ep 1 - Meet the Ramblers 1:11:42

2y ago1:11:42

1:11:42

So what does a rambler do? Well it can drive you from A to B. It can keep you cool in the hot sun. Or it can chat about all kinds of things under the sun which is what this Rambler does. I'm so tickled to introduce you to Maddy Dever who is one of the kindest, sweetest, perceptive, strong, intelligent and best advocate for others I've ever met. In …

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#207: Autism and Advanced Manufacturing - part 2 24:13

2+ y ago24:13

24:13

Sometimes when you're looking to get in to a new job, you need to get the inside scoop on how to make it more successful. That's what we're offering here. Some tips to be aware of if you're looking to try out our Autism and Advanced Manufacturing program or to start applying on your own. We all need a helping hand (or gantry ;)) now and again!…

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#206: Autism and Advanced Manufacturing Employment 25:15

2+ y ago25:15

25:15

We are not fans of boxes when it comes to employment opportunities. Unless you're ticking one off on a job application ;) It's one of the reasons we launched the Autism and Advanced Manufacturing Career Exploration program! Learn how you can blow the lid off employment opportunities by exploring roles like CNC Operator or Mold Maintenance Technicia…

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#205: The Power of Partnerships and Meeting Wayne Lamon 39:16

2+ y ago39:16

39:16

What are partnership and collaboration such amazing things for a business? Because they open up opportunities that you might not have been able to act on by yourself and they create opportunities that you could never consider. I was fortunate to be introduced to Wayne Lamon from the Work Based Learning Consortium almost 2 years ago. Not only are th…

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The Girl (Episode 2) 16:09

2+ y ago16:09

16:09

The Girl (Episode 2)

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Dear Diary - The Vanished Friend (Episode 3) 17:38

2+ y ago17:38

17:38

Dear Diary - The Vanished Friend (Episode 3)

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#204: MentorAbility Meet: OpenText with Amanda Craig and Doug Wallbank 36:35

3y ago36:35

36:35

This is a Canadian success story across so many levels. It brings together the importance of pursuing an idea, being open to opportunity and the power of being a part of a mentorship. Meet Amanda Craig and Doug Wallbank and hear their story of how mentorship changed their lives and businesses.By Elizabeth Plouffe

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Commentary on "The Man on the Roof" 4:03

3y ago4:03

4:03

Commentary on "The Man on the Roof"

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Get to know me 11:55

3y ago11:55

11:55

Introduction to myself

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#203: Future Looks Good - What Box Are We Breaking Now? 44:25

3y ago44:25

44:25

From a very young age, I have not liked to be told no, stuck in a box or what I can and cannot do by someone other than me. That goes for my business as well. Thank goodness I have amazing partners who don't say no and are as crazy as I am about kicking those constraining boxes to the curb. Now as a team we're trying to do that for autistic Canadia…

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You Almost had me There for Awhile! 24:34

3y ago24:34

24:34

Based on a true story!

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The Girl (Episode 1, part 2) 24:55

3y ago24:55

24:55

The Girl series continues.

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The Girl (Part One) 7:30

3y ago7:30

7:30

The Girl Series Part One

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The Man on the Roof 10:06

3y ago10:06

10:06

Story Podcast

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Podcast Introduction 0:33

3y ago0:33

0:33

Welcome to From Valleys to Mountains

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#202: Future Looks Good with Courtney Weaver Employment Success 1:04:09

3y ago1:04:09

1:04:09

Everyone likes a success story. If you are a parent of an autistic person, success stories are extremely important. Meet Courtney Weaver who is a success story on many levels. A strong autistic self-advocate, Courtney's journey to employment has had many stages and phases that all driven people can relate to.…

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#201: MentorAbility Meet: Brittany Williston and Kim Cooper 38:08

3y ago38:08

38:08

Have you ever had the chance to learn from or be a mentor? It's an amazing opportunity that MentorAbility Ontario is helping to make happen for folks with a disability. Why is that important? When you've already got some barriers up against you for successful employment, support is a very important thing. Meet Brittany Williston from Performance Pl…

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#200: CASDA - Meet the CJAE editorial team 59:55

3y ago59:55

59:55

There is nothing worse than a situation where a group elects itself the voice of another group. Why? Because how then do we really know whose voice we're listening to? This is what makes the 200th episode on the Across the Desk podcast extra special. It's what the podcast is all about - giving folks a voice who might not otherwise have one. It's my…

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#199: CASDA - Mental health with Dr. Carly McMorris and Rebekah Kintzinger 1:04:50

3y ago1:04:50

1:04:50

I think we can all agree that COVID has put our mental health to the test. Imagine being in a situation where you are not only dealing with the stress of COVID but suddenly all supports for yourself or someone you care for who is autistic disappear. No warning. No other plan. Just gone. Dr. Carly McMorris and self advocate and parent Rebekah Kintzi…

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#198: CASDA - thestart of CASDA and the Canadian Autism Leadership Summit 42:04

3y ago42:04

42:04

I was fortunate to welcome Debbie Irish and Kim Ward to the CASDA podcast and learn more about how the Canadian Autism Leadership Summit got started and the steps in growth its taken to become more diverse and inclusive.By Elizabeth Plouffe

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#197: CASDA - Information Systems 1:21:22

3y ago1:21:22

1:21:22

Join Dr. Stephen Gentles, Maddy Dever and Corey Walker as we discuss how the lack of data standardization and linking precludes the necessary complex analyses that could lead to significantly more efficient targeted care, and innovative environmental and policy modifications. As a result, Canada is far from achieving the improvements to quality of …

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#196: CASDA - Autism and Housing with Amy Lonsberry 1:16:12

3y ago1:16:12

1:16:12

Most parents plan for the day when their children will grow up and leave the "nest". Their kids will find their own way in the world, get an apartment or house and live independently and successfully. But what if your plan has to include finding a group home situation for your child to age in to? What if your adult child requires support for the re…

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#195 CASDA - Deputy Grand Chief Walter Naveau 1:00:52

3y ago1:00:52

1:00:52

It is my great honor to welcome Deputy Grand Chief Walter Naveau of the Nishnawbe Aski Nation to Across the Desk and the CASDA podcast series. Deputy Grand Chief joins us to discuss the growing concern about autism in the First Nations communities. We discuss how families need access to autism services which not only provide existing non-Indigenous…

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#194: CASDA - CJAE Follow Up After Launch with Maddy Dever and Megan Krasnodemski 41:24

3y ago41:24

41:24

On April 6th the Canadian Journal of Autism Equity successfully launched its inaugural issue! Bringing together the voices of autistic Canadians from across the country, this journal is being created to amplify the voices of those who have always belonged in the conversation. Learn how you can add your voice to the conversation with the team from C…

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#193: Across the Desk with MentorAbility: Meet Tiffany Drummond 25:11

3y ago25:11

25:11

MentorAbility is a program which focuses on connecting protégées with mentors in careers. One of the best ways to learn about a career is to talk to someone who is passionate about what they do and will show you the realities of a career choice.Today we meet Tiffany Drummond who is an entrepreneur from Ottawa. Her business, ProCare Family Center, f…

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