Best NCDA Podcasts (2024)

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Disability Pride Month with Ken Meeker 21:09

2h ago21:09

21:09

In this episode, NCDA Professional Development Director Melissa Venable meets with Ken Meeker to discuss Disability Pride Month. Ken is a writer, speaker, podcaster and Certified Professional Coach providing services through his company, Vitality Career Coaching LLC. Ken is also a member of NCDA’s Diversity Initiatives and Cultural Inclusion Commit…

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NCDA's International Student Services Committee 2024 Mini-Conference with Dr. Pankaj Desai 15:29

13h ago15:29

15:29

In this episode, Melissa Venable hosts Dr. Pankaj Desai from NCDA’s International Student Services Committee (ISSC). This conversation introduces the annual ISSC Mini-Conference taking place on Friday, August 9, 10:00-4:00pm CST. The virtual conference theme – Charting Your Course: Career Navigation for International Students in a Changing Landscap…

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The Challenges of Today's Job Search with Jeanetta Warren and Paul Cecala 22:43

23d ago22:43

22:43

Today’s job seekers face a host of challenges from ageism and ghosting to artificial intelligence tools and one-way interviews. This episode captures a conversation about these challenges with two members of the New Jersey Career Development Association’s Board of Directors. Jeanetta Warren is the founder and CEO of JW Professional Writing Services…

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NCDA Updates: 2024 Conference Overview with Carolyn Jones 15:25

2M ago15:25

15:25

This conversation with NCDA President Carolyn Jones provides an overview of the 2024 Global Career Development Conference and reflections on recent accomplishments. Carolyn shares details about the conference theme, The Interconnection of Career Development and Mental Health: Strategies and Techniques to promote Well-Being and Success, and encourag…

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Evolving Cultural Leadership: Tools and Considerations for Recruiting and Retaining Talent with Dr. Bret Anderson 30:32

2M ago30:32

30:32

In this episode, Dr. Bret Anderson sheds light on the multifaceted shifts that are altering the fabric of the corporate world. Discover the connections between DEI initiative, artificial intelligence, and legislation as they shape the hiring process for many employers. Bret also shares his expertise in the development and use of employer-fit algori…

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NCDA and Government Relations with Shelby McIntyre and Elle O’Flaherty 21:29

3M ago21:29

21:29

Learn more about the work of NCDA’s Government Relations Committee! In this episode Co-Chairs Shelby McIntyre and Elle O’Flaherty share the work of this vital, volunteer committee to help shape NCDA’s nonpartisan policy platform, provide resources to career development professionals, and bring attention to state-level legislation. They emphasize ho…

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Working with Mid- and Late-Career Clients 22:44

3M ago22:44

22:44

This episode is the third in a three-part series of conversations about career development and collaborative negotiation with Justin Wright (moderator), Tad Mayer, and Carly Inkpen – authors of Finding a Job that Loves You Back. They are joined by Courtney Warnsman, NCDA Trustee for Private Practice, Business-Industry and Agencies. It is not uncomm…

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Strategies for Working with Reluctant Networkers 24:33

4M ago24:33

24:33

This episode is the second in a three-part series of conversations about career development and collaborative negotiation with Justin Wright (moderator), Tad Mayer, and Carly Inkpen – authors of Finding a Job that Loves You Back. They are joined by Courtney Warnsman, NCDA Trustee for Private Practice, Business-Industry and Agencies. The discussion …

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Coaching, Advising, and Counseling Skills: When Do You Use Each One? 32:17

4M ago32:17

32:17

This episode is the first in a three-part series with Justin Wright (moderator), Tad Mayer, and Carly Inkpen - authors of Finding a Job that Loves You Back - who are joined by Courtney Warnsman, NCDA Trustee for Private Practice, Business-Industry and Agencies. The discussion begins with the development of working definitions of coaching, advising,…

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Career Exploration in High School with the College Board 35:45

5M ago35:45

35:45

This episode features a conversation with Yoko Kono, Director of Careers and Partnerships at the College Board, and Aurelia Moss, an experienced educator and middle and high school counselor. The conversation is led by NCDA’s Celeste Hall. Celeste has a long history with NCDA including serving as the Trustee for School Counselors and Specialists on…

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Career Readiness for All with the Coalition for Career Development Center 53:51

5M ago53:51

53:51

This episode explores the mission and work of the Coalition for Career Development (CCD) Center. Dr. Sharon Givens, a past president of NCDA and CEO of Training Visions, hosts CCD Board Member and former Chair Dr. Bryan Albrecht, current Board Chair Dr. Annette Parker, and CEO Dr. Eva Mitchell. Dr. Givens also serves as a current CCD Board Member. …

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Career Development Around the World – Expats (Austria) 31:30

5M ago31:30

31:30

This episode continues our “Career Development Around the World” series led by Dr. Lakeisha Mathews. Lakeisha is joined by Elizabeth Thomas, an American career counselor working in Vienna, Austria. Elizabeth shares her personal experiences with the challenges of working, and looking for work, outside of your home country. From language barriers and…

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Using Career Convergence Web Magazine in Your Career Development Work 24:25

6M ago24:25

24:25

The National Career Development Association is excited to celebrate the 20th anniversary of NCDA’s Career Convergence web magazine! In this episode, Career Convergence Editor Melanie Reinersman leads a conversation about how this free, online publication can be used as a resource in your career development work. Melanie is joined by Field Editor Ma…

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Career Development Around the World - Colombia 41:28

6M ago41:28

41:28

This episode continues our “Career Development Around the World” series led by NCDA Past President Dr. Lakeisha Mathews. And it’s our first bilingual episode. Lakeisha is joined by Marcela Mesa and Maria Clara Leal. Marcela is a psychologist and GCDF in Colombia. She is also co-chair of NCDA’s Global Connections Committee. Maria Clara is a psycholo…

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Episode 6: Dissing My Ability w guest Liam Doyle Part 2 S2 E6 25:10

7M ago25:10

25:10

E6 S2 – W/ Liam Doyle Welcome to the Dissing My Ability Podcast. On this episode we continue the conversation with disability advocate, ADA Certified Coordinator, and TedX speaker, Liam Doyle. Liam and podcast host, Ken Meeker, as they discuss why advocacy is so important, the value in choosing our own path, and why embracing challenge can lead to …

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Interculturalism and the Responsibility of Leadership with Dr. Sujata Ives 32:12

7M ago32:12

32:12

In this episode, Dr. Sujata Ives talks with Melissa Venable, NCDA Director of Professional Development, about the important role of leadership in a world that is growing more diverse. Dr. Ives is the 2023 recipient of NCDA’s Diversity Initiative Award and the current president of the Maryland Career Development Association. She has a genetic condit…

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Career Development Around the World - Japan 19:25

8M ago19:25

19:25

In this episode, NCDA President Lakeisha Mathews (2022-2023) hosts Momoko Asaka, President of the Asia Pacific Career Development Association (APCDA) and CEO and Founder of Veriteworks, Inc. in Tokyo, Japan. Momoko shares that an aging population in Japan, with long life expectancy, is resulting in longer careers and post-retirement careers. The co…

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Episode 5: Dissing My Ability w guest Liam Doyle S2 E5 21:40

8M ago21:40

21:40

E5 S2 – W/ Liam Doyle Welcome to the Dissing My Ability Podcast. On this first of two part series, we welcome disability advocate, ADA Certified Coordinator, and TedX speaker, Liam Doyle. Join Liam and podcast host, Ken Meeker, as they discuss Liam’s journey with disability, the challenges he’s faced along the way, and how is positive reflection ha…

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Career Development Around the World - Taiwan 29:26

8M ago29:26

29:26

In this episode, NCDA President (2022-2023) Lakeisha Mathews hosts Ivy Liao, CEO of People Achievement Consulting (PAC), an NCDA strategic partner in Taiwan, Greater China, and Southeast Asia. Ivy provides an overview of career development trends in the region, which include the effects of globalization and geopolitics, an aging workforce, economic…

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Wellness and Career Success with Cornelius Thomas, Meredith Brown, and Reno Palombit 33:28

9M ago33:28

33:28

This episode features a conversation for National Career Development Month focused on wellness and career success. Cornelius Thomas, Co-Chair of NCDA’s annual Poetry and Art Contest hosts a discussion with Reno Palombit, Director of Career and Technical Education with Johnston County (NC) Public Schools, and Meredith Brown, Career Services Advisor …

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Transgender Career Issues with Sterling Cruz-Herr 23:53

9M ago23:53

23:53

In this episode, Dr. Natasha Barnes, co-chair of NCDA’s Diversity Initiatives and Cultural Inclusion Committee, interviews Sterling Cruz-Herr, founder of TransClue, a trans-owned coaching, training, and consulting company. Sterling shares recent data related to gender identity and addresses the compounding effect of intersectionality on work and ca…

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Career Development Around the World - Italy 25:56

9M ago25:56

25:56

This episode continues our “Career Development Around the World” series. NCDA President Dr. Lakeisha Mathews and Dr. Rita Chiesa share a conversation about career development trends in Italy. Dr. Chiesa is an associate professor in the Department of Psychology at Italy’s University of Bologna. The discussion includes the changing aspects of career …

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Episode 4: Dissing My Ability w guest Tamara Amavilah S2 E4 29:15

10M ago29:15

29:15

Welcome to the Dissing My Ability Podcast. Our guest on this episode played an important role in the life of podcast host, Ken Meeker. Orientation and Mobility (also known as O&M) plays an important part in accessing the world safely and independently for people who are blind/low vision. Tamara Amavilah met Ken in 2018 to provide white cane trainin…

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Employer-Fit Algorithms and Corporate Culture with Dr. Bret Anderson 30:01

10M ago30:01

30:01

In this episode, Dr. Bret Anderson shares his work developing employer-fit algorithm tools and experience with a variety of corporate cultures with NCDA's Director of Professional Development, Melissa Venable. Bret is the President of h2 Communication, LLC, which provides job readiness training, executive coaching, and frontline leadership developm…

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Career Development Around the World - Latin America 21:09

10M ago21:09

21:09

This episode continues our “Career Development Around the World” series. NCDA President Dr. Lakeisha Mathews hosts Alberto Puertas for a conversation about trends in career development in Latin America. A native of Peru, Alberto is an academic and career counselor, and international advising specialist at Brigham Young University. The conversation …

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Episode 3: Dissing My Ability w guest Sarah Harris part 2 S2 E3 29:42

11M ago29:42

29:42

The Dissing My Ability Podcast welcomes back the first guest from Season Two, Sarah Harris, for part 2 of her extended conversation with podcast host, Ken Meeker. Join them as they talk about the challenges faced when trying to adjust to disability and access to services, being engaged with your community, and why it is important to get involved. T…

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Episode 2: Dissing My Ability w/ guest Sarah Harris pt 1 S2 E2 20:09

11M ago20:09

20:09

E2 S2 – W/Guest Sarah Harris - Part 1 Welcome to season two of Dissing My Ability! The first guest on this new season is the fabulous Sarah Harris. On this episode, join Sarah and host Ken Meeker as they discuss encountering disability as an adult and learning to carve out a space for yourself. The Dissing My Ability podcast is hosted by Ken Meeker…

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Career Counseling is Mental Health Counseling with Jen Hartman and Galaxina Wright 31:19

11M ago31:19

31:19

This episode features a conversation between Jen Hartman and Dr. Galaxina Wright, two recent graduates of NCDA’s Counselor Educator Academy (CEA). Jen is a licensed mental health counselor at Oklahoma State University and Galaxina is an assistant professor in Nova Southeastern University’s Clinical Mental Health Counseling program. Their conversati…

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Career Development Around the World - Canada 27:42

12M ago27:42

27:42

In this episode, NCDA President Lakeisha Mathews hosts Dr. Candy Ho, an educator, facilitator, and entrepreneur in Canada. Among her many current career development roles, she serves as the Board Chair for CERIC – a charitable organization advancing education and researching career counseling and career development to increase the economic and soci…

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Career Development Around the World - Egypt and the MENA Region 14:49

12M ago14:49

14:49

In this episode, NCDA President Dr. Lakeisha Mathews hosts Randa Helmi. Randa holds the CCSP credential from NCDA and is an active member of the Global Connections Committee (GCC), in addition to her work on career development initiatives in Egypt and the MENA (Middle East and North Africa) Region. The conversation identifies similarities and diffe…

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Addressing Career Trauma with Amanda Chenkin and Rae Stout - Part 2 37:49

1y ago37:49

37:49

What techniques can career coaches and counselors use to address career trauma experiences by their students and clients? Building from Part 1 in this short series, Dr. Sharon Givens hosts a conversation that provides practical strategies for working with students and clients who have experienced career trauma. Amanda Chenkin and Rae Stout share te…

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Trends in Career Development - Recorded at the NCDA 2023 Global Career Development Conference 8:45

1y ago8:45

8:45

Enjoy this bonus content recorded live during session #511 at the National Career Development Association's 2023 Global Career Development Conference in Chicago! Thanks to NCDA Past President Dr. Sharon Givens for guiding the discussion of current trends in career development work, and for the participation of the conference attendees listed below.…

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Identifying Career Trauma with Amanda Chenkin and Rae Stout – Part 1 31:49

1y ago31:49

31:49

What is career trauma and how might it come up in a counseling or coaching session? In this episode, NCDA Past President Dr. Sharon Givens hosts Amanda Chenkin and Rae Stout for a conversation about career trauma. Amanda and Rae share definitions and insights related to identifying career trauma in the context of career development. They encourage …

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Episode 1: Dissing My Ability Season 2 Introduction w/host Ken Meeker 8:36

1y ago8:36

8:36

Welcome to the Dissing My Ability Season 2 opener. In this episode, host Ken Meeker discusses the importance to language and how it relates to disability. Words matter. The language and words used to discuss disability convey attitudes about people living with disability. Tune in to this introductory episode for Season Two of the Dissing My Ability…

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Working with Students and Clients who are Disabled or Differently-Abled with Viktoriya Selden 34:14

1y ago34:14

34:14

In this episode, NCDA President Lakeisha Mathews hosts Viktoriya Selden, Founder of Personalized Career Services LLC. Viktoriya works specifically with clients who are navigating disabilities in the workplace and job search. She shares three scenarios that career practitioners may face when working with students or clients who are disabled or diffe…

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Career Development with LGBTQIA+ Students and Clients with Jonah Friedman 33:20

1y ago33:20

33:20

This episode is part of Dr. Lakeisha Mathews’s Presidential Series focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). This conversation with Jonah Friedman focuses on career development work with LGBTQIA+ clients and students. Jonah is a Licensed Associate Counselor in New Jersey and an NBCC National Certified Counselor currently working with Vita …

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Faith and Career Development with Dr. Ken Keis 46:58

1+ y ago46:58

46:58

This episode features a conversation with Dr. Ken Keis, President and CEO of Consulting Resource Group International, host of the Secrets of Success podcast, and author of multiple books, including The Quest for Purpose: A Self-Discovery Process to Find It and Live it. The focus on faith and career development is part of Dr. Lakeisha Mathews’s Pres…

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Climate-Informed Career Development with Trevor Lehmann 28:31

1+ y ago28:31

28:31

This episode is hosted by Brian Hutchison, Global Career Guy and Core Faculty at Walden University. It features a conversation about climate change and careers with Trevor Lehmann. Trevor is a career consultant at the University of Manitoba and President of the Climate-Informed Counsellors Chapter of the Canadian Counseling and Psychotherapy Associ…

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Supporting the Career Development of Underrepresented Students with Dr. Eboni Zamani-Gallaher 45:48

1+ y ago45:48

45:48

This episode, hosted by NCDA President Dr. Lakeisha Mathews, features a conversation with Dr. Eboni Zamani-Gallaher, Associate Dean for Equity, Justice, and Strategic Partnerships at the University of Pittsburgh’s School of Education. They address the critical importance of representation across higher education, including career centers, and the c…

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Advocating for Work-Related Legislation with Diana Bailey 33:17

1+ y ago33:17

33:17

This episode is hosted by NCDA President Lakeisha Mathews. It features a conversation with Diana Bailey, Co-Chair of NCDA’s Government Relations Committee, about work-related legislation and advocacy for career development. They discuss current efforts to pass The Counseling for Career Choice Act, specific agencies currently addressing career devel…

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Episode 20: Dissing My Ability Podcast w/ Host Ken Meeker - Season One Finale 9:44

1+ y ago9:44

9:44

On this Season Finale episode, join podcast creator and host, Ken Meeker as he recaps season one. The Dissing My Ability Podcast began was originally conceived around engaging in meaningful, candid conversation about what it is like to live with disability. In this first season, the Dissing My Ability Podcast featured guests who live with a wide ra…

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Episode 19: Dissing My Ability Podcast w/Guest Arthur Gwynne E19, S1 40:32

1+ y ago40:32

40:32

After a brief hiatus, the Dissing My Ability Podcast returns with this very important and special episode featuring guest, Arthur Gywnne. In this episode, podcast host, Ken Meeker CPC and Arthur engage in an open an honest conversation on how attitudes, stigma, and trauma associated with mental health can lead to debilitating scenarios. Arthur is a…

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Salary Negotiation with Dr. Sarah Federman 36:22

1+ y ago36:22

36:22

This episode focused on salary negotiation is part of Dr. Lakeisha Mathews's Presidential Series focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). It features a conversation with Dr. Sarah Federman, Associate Professor at the University of San Diego’s Kroc School of Peace Studies with insights from her upcoming publication, Transformative Negotiat…

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The CROWN Act: Natural Hair in the Workplace with Dr. Whitney Swann 44:51

1+ y ago44:51

44:51

This episode is part of Dr. Lakeisha Mathews's Presidential Series focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). This conversation with Dr. Whitney Swann focuses on natural hair in the workplace. Lakeisha and Whitney share their own experiences, explore strategies for career development professionals and job seekers, and issue a call to action…

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Mentoring Myths with an NCDA Panel Led by Karol Taylor 38:30

1+ y ago38:30

38:30

This episode is part of a series celebrating #NationalMentoringMonth. Lots of research on mentoring has helped dispute some myths, but there are still many common misconceptions that hold organizations back from implementing mentoring programs and as a result hold people back from participating in them. Karol Taylor leads a myth-busting conversatio…

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Episode 18: Dissing My Ability Podcast w/ guest April Alexander pt. 2 E18 S1 17:54

1+ y ago17:54

17:54

On this episode of the Dissing My Ability podcast, host Ken Meeker CPC continues the conversation with special guest, April Alexander on the relationship between mental health and how it often intersects with disability. They discuss why psychological safety is important when discussing mental health. Ken and April share their experiences and to en…

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Mentorship Through Professional Associations and Networking with Dr. Skip Niles 35:19

1+ y ago35:19

35:19

This episode is part of a series celebrating #NationalMentoringMonth. It is hosted by Dr. Sharon Givens, visionary leader of NCDA’s pilot mentoring program and a Past President of NCDA. It features a conversation with Dr. Spencer (Skip) Niles, a past NCDA President and current professor of counselor education and Co-Director of the THRIVE Research …

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Episode 17: Dissing My Ability w/guest April Alexander Part 1 E17 S1 29:41

1+ y ago29:41

29:41

In this first part of a two part series of the Dissing My Ability podcast, host Ken Meeker CPC welcomes special guest, April Alexander for a conversation about their personal experiences in discovering the importance of taking care of our mental health. The correlation between mental and physical health can often intersect with disability. Discussi…

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Nurturing and Maintaining Mentoring Relationships with Marty Apodaca 39:32

1+ y ago39:32

39:32

This episode is the first in a series celebrating #NationalMentoringMonth. It is hosted by Dr. Sharon Givens, visionary leader of NCDA’s pilot mentoring program and a Past President of NCDA. It features a conversation with Marty Apodaca, NCDA’s current President-Elect-Elect who serves as a mentor in the new program. They not only discuss the import…

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Episode 16: Dissing My Ability w/Guest David Snyder Pt.2 E16 S1 40:10

1+ y ago40:10

40:10

In this episode of the Dissing My Ability Podcast, we continue the conversation with guest David Snyder for part 2 of our extended conversation. Join podcast host, Ken Meeker CPC and David as they discuss how disability has personally affected their lives in honest and candid conversation. David shares how we coped with the accident he had as a tee…

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