Mr. Rashan Fray, New York City 🏙️ Educator of 18 years, Father, and Doctorate Candidate, discusses how parents can set their middle schoolers and high schoolers up for success ✨✨ in the new school year. Addressing the needs and support of the whole student, Mr. Fray shares vital tips and recommendations to help your middle schooler or high schooler…

Amy Thompson Martin, Pediatric OT and Feeding Specialist, shares how she supports parents with their picky eater virtually and in person. Her deep understanding of the obstacles our children encounter due to a medical issue, sensory issues, motor challenges, or temperament, and how they impact a child at meal time guides the support she provides fa…

Dr. Naeema Burgess, Clinical/School/Neuropsychologist, founder of Giving Hope LLC, located in Mount Vernon, New York, speaks about neuropsychological evaluations to determine your child's strengths, weaknesses, and develop an appropriate plan. She also discusses how ADHD and Executive Functioning impacts a student academically, socially, and behavi…

In Part 2, Penny McGoey, Certified Relationship & Marriage Coach, chats with Anne Cunningham, Educational Advocate, about the pressure, obstacles, and demands put on parents, and the even higher demands put on parents of children with special needs. Penny discusses steps married couples need to take to prioritize their relationship and show up as a…

In Part I of II, Penny McGoey, Certified Relationship & Marriage Coach, chats with Anne Cunningham, Educational Advocate, about the pressure, obstacles, and demands put on parents, and the even higher demands put on parents of children with special needs. From skewed life dreams for their family or child, to the different ways such demands can impa…

Matthew Kennedy, Rapid Prompting Method Letter Board Practitioner with 15 years experience and Yale graduate, speaks about a different form of communication for our nonverbal communicators. The success many individuals have experienced in sharing their thoughts, feelings, academic knowledge, and building meaningful friendships through RPM is discus…

Welcome to NAA's Apartmentcast, the official podcast of the National Apartment Association. On this episode, we are once again joined by Kim Hurd, Executive Vice President of Property Management for KCG Companies in Indianapolis, and 2024 President of the National Apartment Association Education Institute (NAAEI) Board of Directors, who walks us th…

Melissa Bianchini, therapist and owner of Sensory Stepping Stones, speaks about her approach to ADHD, ADD, Executive Functioning and PANDAS diagnosis. Using typical therapies and other therapies such as Syntonic Phototherapy, auditory retaining, and vestibular therapy, Melissa offers a free consultation to parents where they can share their concern…

Marcy Nirschel, Autism & Developmental Specialist, holds an Advanced Certification in DIR Floortime. Ms. Nirschel holds a BS and Masters in Special Education. DIR Floortime therapy was developed by Dr. Stanley Greenspan in the 1980’s, and follows the natural building blocks of childhood development. DIR in Floortime stands for Developmental, (follo…

Emily Rudolph, Occupational Therapist, joins us today to talk about our favorite little children who may be experiencing sensory issues. What does that look like and how do sensory issues impact young children cognitively, behaviorally, and emotionally? Ms. Rudolph let's us know. Ms. Rudolph also explains the difference between a "picky eater" and …

Gabrielle Carmody, BCBA, LBA, and Certified Behavioral Sleep Specialist discusses with host, Anne Cunningham, Educational Advocate, the barriers and obstacles parents encounter with their young children diagnosed with autism at bedtime and sleeping through the night. Ms. Carmody explains what sleep latency, sleep dependency, sleep stealer, night wa…

On this episode of the NAA Apartmentcast, the official podcast of the National Apartment Association, we sit down with U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary, Office of Public and Indian Housing Richard Monocchio. HUD and NAA have announced a unique and important collaboration, which features a s…

Welcome to Family Therapist Connections! A podcast where parents and families can meet a new therapist or provider who can assist with a pressing issues with their child or family. Anne Cunningham, Educational Advocate, introduces and chats with therapists who unpack an obstacle parents may be experiencing with their child or family. Every therapis…

6-14-24 Featured Vehicle By Rich Taber After a week with the 2024 Hyundai Tucson Limited AWD, it’s no surprise discovering that the vehicle has earned lots of recognition as a great compact SUV for families. We found the model to be well-poised, confident, and so well-equipped that it could almost pass itself off as a…

06-04-24 Tech Talk ~ Recorded Live from KOWS FM 92.5 ~ Tech Talk host Rick DeMeis spent a footloose week bopping around in the Ford Bronco Sport Free Wheeling edition and cheerfully reports back in this week’s podcast episode. Talk about attention grabbing… er, the vehicle, not our illustrious host. Seems that a white Bronco…

On this episode of the NAA Apartmentcast, the official podcast of the National Apartment Association, we sit down with NAA's Clark Ebbert, Director of Conference Education Programming, to chat about the variety of educational offerings at Apartmentalize, the largest, most important annual gathering of rental housing professionals. We will see you a…

This episode of the NAA Apartmentcast is the second in a series discussing women in technology, supported by and featuring two members of NAA's Technology Committee, Tech Committee Chair Kendra Bork, ARM, Owner and CFO of Cambridge Management Group and Cambridge Maintenance and Property Services and President and Owner of the Birchwood Real Estate …

05-07-24 Tech Talk ~ Recorded Live from KOWS FM 92.5 ~ Recalling memories from another era, Tech Talk host Rick DeMeis revisits the classic “Wouldn’t you really rather have a Buick” refrain in his report on the 2024 Buick Envista Avenir. It may not look anything like one of its predecessors, but with its smaller…

04-30-24 Tech Talk ~ Recorded Live from KOWS FM 92.5 ~ Recognized as one of the Best Compact SUVs for families, the 2024 Hyundai Tucson gets Tech Talk host Rick DeMeis doing double takes with its similarities to the competition. Nevertheless, he concludes that the Tucson is no doppelganger, especially in the all-wheel drive Limited…

This episode welcomes guest Host Shellie Sims, NAA Education Institute Director of Workforce Development, to kick off the celebration of Residential Property Management (RPM) Careers Week (RPM - Careers Week | National Apartment Association (naahq.org)! RPM Careers Week is packed with fun challenges, prizes and RPM professionals celebrating each ot…

Welcome to NAA's Apartmentcast, the official podcast of the National Apartment Association. On this episode, we visit with Kim Hurd, Executive Vice President of Property Management for KCG Companies in Indianapolis, and 2024 President of the National Apartment Association Education Institute (NAAEI) Board of Directors, who walks us through all the …

Welcome to NAA's Apartmentcast, the official podcast of the National Apartment Association. On this episode, we sit down with NAA’s trio of Federal Legislative Affairs Directors, Maria Spencer, Jason Lynn and Jodie Anderson to walk through the rental housing industry's federal legislative priorities. For those interested in learning more about hous…

03-05-24 Tech Talk ~ Recorded Live from KOWS FM 92.5 ~ For a vehicle that presents itself with such a big and brawny personality, the all-new Toyota Grand Highlander certainly surprised Tech Talk host Rick DeMeis with its smooth handling and confident ride. Not to be confused with the smaller Highlander edition, this new model…

03-01-24 Tech Talk ~ Recorded Live from KOWS FM 92.5 ~ If 720 horsepower isn’t over the top for a pickup truck, then Tech Talk RickDeMeis stands corrected. Chances are we can all come to an agreement that the Ford Raptor R is not your average F-150. Even when compared with the regular Raptor, thisBy RPM News Weekly

Just in time for Women's History Month, this episode of the NAA Apartmentcast is the first in a series discussing women in technology, supported by and featuring two members of NAA's Technology Committee, Michele Crochetiere, Senior Director of Client Services for One11 Advisors, an Altus Group business; and Gina Carter, Vice President of Operation…

02-20-24 Tech Talk ~ Recorded Live from KOWS FM 92.5 ~ Those seeking outstanding on-road / off-road capability in a small sport utility vehicle will want to listen in as Tech Talk host Rick DeMeis unlocks the treasure chest of features in the Ford Bronco Sport Heritage Limited Edition. Sitting at the top of the…

02-13-24 Tech Talk ~ Recorded Live from KOWS FM 92.5 ~ Tech Talk host Rick DeMeis reveled in the hushed environment he found while driving the 2024 Genesis GV60 Performance edition. Of course, having a “Boost” button to quickly get up to speed on the highway was a plus, too. Listen in for more ofBy RPM News Weekly

02-01-24 Tech Talk ~ Recorded Live from RPM News Weekly Studio ~ Quick and quite slick is the concise interpretation of the report Tech Talk host Rick DeMeis delivers on the all-electric, all-wheel drive 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 6 Limited. Who wouldn’t be impressed with a dual electric motor vehicle that boasts a super low .21…

01-25-24 Tech Talk ~ Recorded Live from RPM News Weekly Studio ~ Tech Talk host Rick DeMeis found much to like in the 2023 Ford Maverick XLT Hybrid. Sure, the convenience, economy and practicality of this compact pickup were quite evident, but what really stood out in the week-long test drive was how it all…

01-18-24 Tech Talk ~ Recorded Live from RPM News Weekly Studio ~ A week in New England winter weather was just enough to prove to Tech Talk host Rick DeMeis that the 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV has what it takes to survive. Listen in for all the details and also get a rundown of aBy RPM News Weekly

Episode 12 is the third in an ongoing series supported by NAA’s NEXT GEN committee, highlighting apartment career journeys and career advice. This episode features Kayla Quint, a Regional Property Manager for Willow Bridge Property Company (formerly Lincoln Property Company). She is an NAA Board Member and Region 9 Regional Vice President, and has …

Episode 11 is the second in an ongoing series supported by NAA’s NEXT GEN committee, highlighting apartment career journeys and career advice. This episode features Brett Frank, a multi-site Community Director for Centerspace in Denver. He is a member of both the 2023 NAA Budget and Finance Committee and the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Communit…

Welcome to NAA's Apartmentcast, the official podcast of the National Apartment Association. On this episode, we sit down with NAA’s AVP of Housing Policy & Regulatory Affairs Nicole Upano, and Jodie Anderson, Director, Federal Legislative Affairs for NAA, for an update on federal regulation and legislative affecting rental housing. For those intere…

11-28-23 Tech Talk ~ Recorded Live from RPM News Weekly Studio ~ Two weeks, two vehicles. After a weeklong break from the usual schedule, Tech Talk host Rick DeMeis takes two scoops of fun in his driving report, dishing up tasty tidbits from his experiences with the sweet BMW Z4 sDrive30i two-seater convertible and the…

Episode 9 is the first in an ongoing series supported by NAA’s NEXT GEN committee, highlighting apartment career journeys and career advice. This episode features NAA Board Member, NEXT GEN committee Chair and Region 9 RVP Katie Wrenn, Director of Training and Development for WRH Realty Services in Jacksonville.…

11-03-23 Tech Talk ~ Recorded Live from RPM News Weekly Studio ~ If there’s one thing that our steadfast Tech Talk host, Rick DeMeis, is not, it would be indecisive. So, having the all-new 2024 Subaru Impreza RS hatchback to drive for a week was a five-star compatibility match. Decked out with a magnetite gray…

Welcome to NAA's Apartmentcast, the official podcast of the National Apartment Association. On this episode, we sit down with Khara House, 2023 Chair of NAA’s DE&I Committee and Director of Communications and Public Affairs for the Bella Group; Lorri Oliver Goldmann, Vice Chair of the DE&I Committee and the Vice President of Diversity and Inclusion…

Welcome to NAA's Apartmentcast, the official podcast of the National Apartment Association. On this episode, we sit down with NAA's Leah Cuffy, Director of Industry Advocacy Research, to discuss the launch of NAA’s 2023 edition of the Dollar of Rent. Read more about NAA’s Dollar of Rent analysis and download the explanatory infographic.…

10-03-23 Tech Talk ~ Recorded Live from RPM News Weekly Studio ~ Though it may not be everyday that you take the doors off the Jeep Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrid vehicle, our steadfast Tech Talk host, Rick DeMeis, figures that this is one SUV that stands to blow the doors off many wannabe off-road 4x4s…

09-08-23 Tech Talk ~ Recorded Live from RPM News Weekly Studio ~ A road trip with the Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid proved more than economical for Tech Talk host Rick DeMeis. Hear the details on this week’s episode of Rick’s Tech Talk on RPM News Weekly. Also, listen in for a trunk full of automotiveBy RPM News Weekly

Welcome to NAA's Apartmentcast, the official podcast of the National Apartment Association. On this episode, we sit down with NAA's Josh Gold, Senior Vice President, Member Education, Programs, & Affiliate Engagement, to discuss the launch of NAA and HD Supply's newest program, Maintenance Legends. Nominate a legendary maintenance professional toda…

Welcome to NAA's Apartmentcast, the official podcast of the National Apartment Association. On this episode, we sit down with NAA's Leah Cuffy, Director of Advocacy Research, to chat about the release of NAA's rent control research, "Examining the Unintended Consequences of Rent Control Policies in Cities Across America." The full report and compan…

06-20-23 Tech Talk ~ Recorded Live from KOWS FM 92.5 ~ With the launch of the all-new IONIQ 6 electric sedan, Hyundai has made it crystal clear that they are not tip-toeing into the manufacturing and sale of EVs. For Tech Talk host Rick DeMeis, spending a week with an ultimate red Limited AWD edition…

Welcome to NAA's Apartmentcast, the official podcast of the National Apartment Association. On this episode, we sit down with NAA's Clark Ebbert, Director of Conference Education Programming, to chat about the breadth of educational offerings at Apartmentalize, the largest, most important annual gathering of rental housing professionals. Register t…

Welcome to NAA's Apartmentcast, the official podcast of the National Apartment Association. On this episode, we sit down with NAA's three Legislative Affairs Directors, Maria Spencer, Jason Lynn and Jodie Applewhite, to walk the industry through key pieces of federal legislation affecting rental housing. Register today for NAA's annual advocacy con…

02-28-23 Tech Talk ~ Recorded Live from KOWS FM 92.5 ~ With a 38-mile all-electric range and a total range of 420 miles, the seven-passenger 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV won’t leave you stranded on long trips from home. Most days, many drivers won’t even need to use up the 38 all-electric miles. Even so, Tech…

02-14-23 Tech Talk ~ Recorded Live from KOWS FM 92.5 ~ Tech Talk host Rick DeMeis makes the 2023 Hyundai Kona Electric Limited his Valentine’s Day crush for Ride of the Week in this week’s episode. Listen in for more automotive and technology news. A weekly feature on KOWS 92.5 FM radio Newtopian Dream program…