Best Reframing Autism Podcasts (2024)

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Navigating the 'beige stage' with toddlers 45:22

3h ago45:22

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Have you ever wondered why babies suddenly become a whole lot more discerning around 12-to-18-months old? Or perhaps you work with families familiar with the ‘beige stage’ – that frustrating phase where toddlers seem to survive on a bland diet of crackers, toast, plain pasta and bananas. In this episode, we’re joined by dietitian, Alex Parker, from…

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23. The Private, Socially Resistant, Introverted Enneagram Type 5: Autism Spectrum or Personality? 25:34

1d ago25:34

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In this episode, we dive into Enneagram Type 5, known as "The Investigator," exploring their unique traits and challenges. Whether you're parenting a Type 5 or are one yourself, you'll relate to their deep introspection and desire for knowledge, often likened to feeling like a unicorn in a world of more outgoing personalities. Type 5s are intensely…

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Graduate Excluded at Ceremony Sparks Fight for Inclusion 18:40

5d ago18:40

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About the Guest(s): Ashlynn Rich: Ashlynn Rich is a recent high school graduate with Down syndrome. She graduated with honors and earned the title of scholar-athlete for her involvement in the school’s swim team. She also owns her own small business, Pop Queen Baked Goods. Ashlynn advocates for including students with disabilities in school and the…

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We All Learn Differently: Empowering Neurodivergent Middle Schoolers 44:08

6d ago44:08

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About the Guest(s): Bari Levin is a retired special educator with over 34 years of experience, predominantly working with middle school students with learning differences. He is actively involved with the I Am Able Foundation, focusing on storytelling to remove the stigma associated with neurodiversity. Bari co-leads the We All Learn Differently ca…

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Diabetes, cholesterol & egg consumption: What's new? 24:20

6d ago24:20

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Are your clients concerned about eggs and heart health? In this episode, dietitian, Sharon Natoli, dispels common myths about heart health, cholesterol and diabetes, and explains how eggs can play a pivotal role in a heart-healthy eating pattern. You'll discover how metabolic health impacts overall wellbeing, so you can confidently support your cli…

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Sam Drazin Discusses Building Inclusive Schools with Changing Perspectives 45:30

7d ago45:30

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About the Guest(s): Sam Drazin is the founder and Executive Director of Changing Perspectives, a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering inclusive educational practices. A former elementary school teacher, Sam brings firsthand experience and a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities in creating inclusive school environments. Hi…

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22. ESFJ Ox, Type 2, Erin Lockwood, Gifted, ODD, ADHD, Boundaries and Non Traditional School, ie. "Whack a Mole Parenting" 29:24

9d ago29:24

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In this episode I interview Erin Lockwood who travels all over the world with her family to create their YouTube channel called Always Be Changing. Erin is an ESFJ Ox, type 2 on the Enneagram. She is parenting three children and two of them are her opposites. Her son Colt is an ENTP Eagle, who tested as gifted, but doesn’t respond well to disciplin…

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Overcoming the Curse of Competence and Embracing Failure! Meet Dr. Matt Zakreski 46:48

10d ago46:48

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Unlock the secrets to navigating the maze of giftedness with our guest, Matthew Zakreski, affectionately known as Dr. Matt. As a clinical psychologist and professional speaker, Dr. Matt sheds light on his personal journey from being identified as gifted in second grade to becoming an advocate for neurodivergent individuals. Together, we explore the…

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The authentic advantage: Why being YOU is your superpower 52:08

13d ago52:08

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Dawn Jackson Blatner’s career has been anything but ordinary. This dietitian and certified specialist in sports dietetics (great story there!) is also a media pro, the author of two acclaimed books, a primetime reality TV show winner, and World Series ring holder from her time working with the Chicago Cubs. Dawn’s advice to those wondering what’s n…

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How to Know You Are Implementing UDL with Loui Lord Nelson 51:58

13d ago51:58

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About the Guest(s): Loui Lord Nelson, an internationally recognized expert in Universal Design for Learning (UDL), is the author of the bestselling book, "Design and Deliver." A former special education teacher, Loui is renowned for her work on UDL at various levels, including district, national, and international stages. She has been awarded her p…

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21. The Highly Sensitive Type 4 Enneagram Romantic. Overcome Mental Health Issues by Reframing Damaging Thoughts. 22:29

16d ago22:29

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In this episode, we delve into the intricate world of Enneagram Type 4, also known as the Romantic or Individualist. If you are a Type 4 or raising one, you are likely familiar with their deep emotional landscape, creativity, and struggles with feelings of envy and loneliness. Host [Your Name], a Type 4 herself, shares personal insights and practic…

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Living with FPIES: From dietitian to allergy parent 29:16

20d ago29:16

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Kristin Houts, a Chicago-based Registered Dietitian and a member of the Dietitian Connection team, shares her personal journey from dietitian to allergy parent as she navigates the complexities of FPIES (Food Protein-Induced Enterocolitis Syndrome) with her son. Kristin brings a unique and deeply personal perspective as she opens up about the initi…

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Reframing Special Education Using Strengths-Based IEPs with April Rehrig 51:58

20d ago51:58

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About the Guest(s): April Rehrig is the founder of Rise Educational Advocacy and Consulting, LLC. With over 20 years of experience as an elementary school teacher and school psychologist in Los Angeles, April is a licensed educational psychologist and a board-certified special education advocate. She has attended the prestigious COPAA SEAT 2.0 and …

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20. Competition: Type 3 Enneagram "Achiever" Struggles. Overcome Fear of Failure by Transforming Your Thoughts. 17:57

23d ago17:57

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Today’s episode is about the Type 3 Achiever, which is a type that almost everyone resonates with. Because America is the land of the three, the land of chasing success. Almost everyone, including myself has fallen into the comparison trap and found themselves feeling inadequate or like they aren’t enough. Is your to do list a mile long? Do you hav…

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FEED DROP: AMI The Pulse 26:13

27d ago26:13

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Think Inclusive is off this week as we prep for the homestretch to season 11. This week, we have a feed drop for you from our friends at AMI. It’s called The Pulse. In this episode: Journalists Amy Silverman and Rebecca Montelion discuss ableism, journalism, and intellectual disability. They explore the importance of plain language in news reportin…

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Elevate Episode 2: A legacy of leadership & advocacy in dietetics 42:37

27d ago42:37

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Welcome to Episode 2 of ‘Elevate’ – our empowering 6-part podcast series designed to help dietitians stand out as leaders. In this episode, we are honoured to feature Karen Inge, a true trailblazer in the field of dietetics. Join us as we delve into Karen’s incredible career spanning 46 years, from being the first VFL/AFL club dietitian to the foun…

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19. What the Compliant, Helpful, Emotional Type 2 Struggles With 26:38

29d ago26:38

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In this episode, we shift focus from the body center to the heart center, which includes Enneagram types 2, 3, and 4. The heart center deals with issues of attention and self-image, often grappling with feelings of grief, shame, and worthlessness. We dive deep into the characteristics of Type 2s, who derive their self-worth from being helpful and a…

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18.Transform Your Thoughts, Emotions and Actions with the Enneagram 14:34

29d ago14:34

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In this transformative episode, Wendy Gossett shares personal insights and practices that can change your life. Kicking off a new Enneagram series, Wendy discusses the struggles of all nine types, starting with Type 9, the Peacemaker. Learn how these struggles affect thoughts and feelings, and discover ways to reframe thoughts to improve your well-…

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Episode 5 - The Practical Episode | An ADHD Senate Inquiry, Getting Diagnosed & Navigating the NDIS 1:00:24

1M ago1:00:24

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In the final episode of Anomalous we’ll be looking at all of the practical things you need to know when it comes to being diagnosed. We explore what to expect when you go to the doctors office, how much it will cost, how much time it’ll take and how you can talk to your family and friends about being neurodivergent. We’ll also be discussing “the ov…

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Meet your new hosts! Brooke Delfino & Kristin Houts 28:40

1M ago28:40

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Meet two of the newest voices behind The Dietitian Connection Podcast – Brooke Delfino and Kristin Houts. In this special episode, US-based, Kristin, and Australian-based, Brooke, will share their personal stories, dive into their passions within the field and discuss what excites them about the future of the podcast. You’ll get to know them throug…

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Breaking Barriers: How JDS Creative Academy is Empowering Adults with Developmental Disabilities 44:38

1M ago44:38

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About the Guest(s): Diane Strand is an accomplished entrepreneur, influential leader in the creative industry, and an advocate for inclusion through the arts. With a rich background that includes credentials from iconic shows such as "Friends," "General Hospital," and "Veronica's Closet," Diane's expertise spans across production and acting. Alongs…

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17. Overcome Type 1 Perfectionist Struggles. Transform Your Thoughts with the Enneagram 40:45

1M ago40:45

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In this episode, we delve into the Enneagram Type 1, known as The Perfectionist. The Enneagram serves as a powerful tool to help parents recognize their unconscious thought patterns, enabling them to guide their children toward self-awareness and positive transformation. Type 1 children often fixate on imperfections in their environment and themsel…

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Episode 4 - A Village to Raise a Child | Parenthood, Visiting a Sensory Store & Support Levels Explained 41:41

1M ago41:41

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In this episode of Anomalous, we’ll be talking about all things relating to parenting through the lens of neurodivergence. We explore what to do if you suspect your child might be neurodivergent, explain what the various support levels are, we visit a sensory store and speak with Katie Koullas, founder of Yellow Ladybugs, a national charity based i…

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16. Overcome Type 8 Challenger Struggles. Transform Your Thoughts With the Enneagram. 32:50

1M ago32:50

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In this transformative episode, we delve deep into the struggles of Enneagram Type 8, exploring how their quest for control and fear of vulnerability shape their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Whether you’re a Type 8 or a parent of one, this episode offers vital insights into managing these powerful dynamics. We'll revisit some foundational con…

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Business, books & brands: The evolution of Susie Burrell 39:45

1M ago39:45

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If you haven’t met Susie Burrell in person, you’ll certainly have seen her on breakfast TV, or read one of her many online articles, or listened to her podcast, or viewed her posts on social media. She’s achieved a lot in her 20+ year career – and she’s not done yet. Tune in to this engaging episode where Susie reveals what she loves most about bei…

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Understanding Behavior in Education: Shifting Perspectives and Supporting Students with Dr. Emily King 53:22

1M ago53:22

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About the Guest(s): Dr. Emily King is a licensed psychologist with a background in school psychology and a passion for supporting neurodivergent individuals. Her professional history includes working as a school psychologist and providing consultation services for educators and parents. Dr. King focuses on understanding and supporting diverse learn…

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Episode 3 - Raise a Glass for the Burnouts | Late Diagnosis, Workplace Stress & Getting Accommodations 37:36

2M ago37:36

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In this episode of Anomalous, we’ll be looking at what happens when work & neurodivergence collide. We learn about autistic burnout and attention variability with Dr Joey, speak with Chris Varney, the CEO of I-CAN Network, Australia's largest provider of Autistic-led group mentoring programs, plus Em reflects on her own experience working over 7 ye…

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Elevate Episode 1: Turning burnout into a business idea with Rachel Hawkins 45:35

2M ago45:35

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Introducing ‘Elevate’ – a 6-part mini-series presented by Dietitian Connection to help dietitians stand out as leaders and achieve unparalleled success in their careers. In part one, we sit down with dietitian and digital marketing strategist, Rachel Hawkins, who shares her unique career journey and why professional burnout helped redefine her traj…

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The Importance of Inclusion in Education: A Principal's Perspective with Will Parker 1:04:14

2M ago1:04:14

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About the Guest(s): Will Parker hosts "Principal Matters: The School Leaders Podcast." With a rich background in education spanning over three decades, Will Parker has established himself as a seasoned educator and an influential voice in school leadership. Having served as a high school administrator for over 13 years and then as an executive dire…

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15. Transform Your Thoughts with the Enneagram. Overcome Type 9 Peacemaker Struggles" 27:55

2M ago27:55

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I am not exaggerating when I tell you that this episode could transform your life! I speak from personal experience because the practice I am going to tell you about changed mine. This will be the first of an Enneagram series where I talk about the struggles of all nine types, how those struggles effect our thoughts and feelings and then how you ca…

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Episode 2 - PART A - The Neurodiversity Movement, Masking & A Love Note to Your 10 Year Old Self 28:33

2M ago28:33

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In the last episode, Em unpacked her ADHD diagnosis & coming out as a neurodivergent person in a National Press Club address. But that was only the beginning of her quest. Thinking her ADHD diagnosis was the final piece of the puzzle, it turns out Em’s diagnosis only unlocked another cipher as she realised she had more in common with her son Elio t…

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Episode 2 - PART B - The Neurodiversity Movement, Masking & A Love Note to Your 10 Year Old Self 13:41

2M ago13:41

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In the last episode, Em unpacked her ADHD diagnosis & coming out as a neurodivergent person in a National Press Club address. But that was only the beginning of her quest. Thinking her ADHD diagnosis was the final piece of the puzzle, it turns out Em’s diagnosis only unlocked another cipher as she realised she had more in common with her son Elio t…

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Reframing ‘picky’ eating, autism & ADHD 48:17

2M ago48:17

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What if we reframed ‘problematic’ and ‘picky’ eating to ‘eating differences’? After all, we all have different preferences, likes and dislikes. In this thought-provoking conversation, paediatric clinical dietitian, Maddie Todd, uses practical experiences to explore the language around mealtimes, ADHD and autism. She also examines how sensory proces…

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How Oregon Prioritizes Early Childhood Inclusion 1:06:04

2M ago1:06:04

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About the Guest(s): Meredith Villines has 20+ years of working in early care and education and is currently at the Oregon Department of Education in the Office of Enhancing Student Opportunities. Meredith’s primary roles have been a classroom teacher in inclusive childcare and preschools, lead teacher in an Early Childhood Special Education classro…

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14. Are You a Convertible or Sedan? Free Spirit Perceivers and Scheduled Judgers: How We Live Our Lives 35:27

2M ago35:27

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Since this entire podcast is based on the Myers-Briggs system as well as the Enneagram, I highly recommend you listen to episode 2 and 3 at some point. For a quick review the Ox is a stable rule follower… think Ox living in a stable, the Lion is brave and craves freedom, the Eagle is independent, curious and proud, and the Human is emotional and re…

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Episode 1 - It All Started With A National Press Club Address… 49:50

2M ago49:50

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In 2022, Em Rusciano presented a National Press Club Address opening up about her ADHD diagnosis she received during the peak of COVID lockdowns. In our first episode of Anomalous, Em begins her quest exploring why so many women and AFAB people are being overlooked when it comes to receiving an ADHD or autism diagnosis, we speak with Em's husband S…

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2. Nature Versus Nurture: Four Child Behavior Patterns: Ox, Lion, Eagle and Human 39:06

2M ago39:06

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In this episode, we delve into the age-old debate of nature versus nurture and its impact on our temperament. Discover the findings of an eighty-year Harvard happiness study, revealing that 50% of our happiness capacity is determined by our temperament, which is set at birth. Despite this, we often focus on changing our circumstances rather than ac…

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Taking the leap: How to turn your personal brand into a successful business 26:55

2M ago26:55

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Maggie Michalczyk initially came up with the idea for her Instagram page, Once Upon a Pumpkin, as a dietetic intern. Now, with more than 109k followers, countless brand partnerships and appearances on national news outlets, Maggie shares the secrets to her success (hint: you can’t get TOO comfortable). In this episode, Maggie candidly talks about g…

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ECTA: Building High-Quality Systems Supporting Inclusive Education for Young Learners with Disabilities 59:21

2M ago59:21

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About the Guest(s): Christina Kasprzak and Dr. Megan Vinh are the Co-Directors of the Early Childhood Technical Assistance Center (ECTA). Christina brings her expertise in leading initiatives to develop equitable and sustainable state systems for children with disabilities and their families. Her personal connection to the cause comes from a family…

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13. How to Parent a Unicorn. Two Ways of Perceiving the World: Sensing and Intuition 30:18

2M ago30:18

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Do you feel like you are parenting a unicorn? Does it ever seem like they are the H CH Cr dog in a dog park of golden doodles? Or maybe I just described how you feel? Some personality types are rare, making up only .05% of the population! These lovely souls often go around feeling insecure because they feel like something is wrong with them since t…

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Anomalous: Coming Soon 1:12

2M ago1:12

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This is Anomalous - a love letter to the neurodivergent community and a roadmap for neurotypical people.By MIK MADE

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12. Intro to the Enneagram: Heart, Head or Body Center and What Each Type 1-9 Focuses On 25:52

2M ago25:52

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In this episode Wendy talks about the 3 centers of intelligence in the enneagram system. The Bodoy center which is concerned with control, autonomy and centers around the emotion of anger. The Heart center concerned with attention and self image centers around grief or shame and the Head center, concerned with security and systems or beliefs center…

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The Autism Society: Promoting Inclusion and Amplifying Autistic Voices 49:52

2M ago49:52

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About the Guest(s): Allie Tasche is an advocate and leader in the field of inclusive education. With over a decade of experience that includes six years as a classroom educator followed by various coaching and administrative leadership roles, Allie has specialized in systems-level practices for educational equity. Her background includes working in…

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11. INTERVIEW! Introverted Sensing: Highly Sensitive Kids, Sensory Processing and Anxiety with my Type 9 Ox, (ISFJ) College Son, Nathan Gossett 58:41

2M ago58:41

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Because this personality type often feels overlooked, it is critical that they feel seen by the most important people in their lives: their parents and siblings. Sometimes their negative emotions can stay buried for weeks without your child even knowing what is bothering them. My 22 year old son Nathan (who is now graduating with a Pre-Med degree) …

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Cracking open the latest on choline and pregnancy 43:36

3M ago43:36

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Join dietitian, Sharon Natoli, for a deep dive into the crucial role of choline in cholesterol and fat metabolism, neurotransmitter production and cell membrane health. Up to 60% of pregnant women in Australia fall short on this essential nutrient, and in this episode, Sharon looks at why the humble egg can help bridge this nutritional gap. You’ll …

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Embracing Neurodiversity in STEM Education for All Learners 1:06:03

3M ago1:06:03

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About the Guest(s): Dr. Jodi Asbell-Clarke is an esteemed figure in the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) community, particularly in the realm of game-based learning. With a background enriched by working on the space shuttle program for its first 25 missions, she has been pivotal in linking computational thinking and neurodivers…

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10. INTERVIEW! My Type 8 LION (ISTP) College Daughter, Jordan Gossett. Introverted Thinking: Challengers, Emotional Intelligence 57:44

3M ago57:44

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ntroverted Thinking Lion ISTP (Introverted Sensing Thinking and Perceiving), Type 8 individuals are intellectually sharp but may lack emotional intelligence, making self-awareness essential. Their affinity for systems makes understanding temperament valuable. Female thinkers constitute only 25% of the population, underscoring the importance of teac…

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TRAILER: Not So Normal Parenting: Strengthen Family Connections With Insights From Myers Briggs and the Enneagram 8:43

3M ago8:43

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Ever find yourself wondering if your child's behavior is normal? Some personality types don’t respond to traditional parenting. This could be why you are feeling stressed and uncertain how to handle their sibling rivalry, explosive tantrums, disorganization, picky eating, impulsivity, sleep problems, low empathy, high sensitivity or fill in the bla…

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The Participation Specialists: How Occupational Therapists Can Facilitate Inclusive Education 1:02:48

3M ago1:02:48

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About the Guest(s): Savitha Sundar, an Occupational Therpaist and Ph.D. candidate, specializes in inclusive practices for students with Extensive Support Needs. With over 15 years in public schools, she’s a champion for inclusive education, leveraging her OT expertise to foster access and participation. At Texas Woman’s University, she mentors futu…

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