Best Ashley Quinn Podcasts (2024)

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How to improve literacy rates in Arizona 39:05

1h ago39:05

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Only 41% of third-grade students in Arizona are reading at grade level. That's according to the most recent statistics from the Education Progress meter. Findings were released earlier this year by the non-profit, Center for the Future of Arizona. In this episode, our host Whitney Clark focuses on how we can improve literacy rates among kids, how w…

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273. Breaking Down Barriers: The Parent’s Role In IEP Success (w/Ashley Barlow) 1:04:38

2h ago1:04:38

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272. What Do We Wish We Knew Before Our First IEP Meeting? 1:03:56

2d ago1:03:56

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Today, we're taking a trip down memory lane to revisit our very first IEP meetings! Let's be honest—those initial meetings can be a whirlwind of emotions: overwhelming, confusing, and sometimes even a bit intimidating. As we reflect on our experiences, we’ll dive into the questions we wish we had asked, the support we didn’t realize we needed, and …

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271. Can Our Kids Have Authentic Friendships In Inclusive Settings? (w/Kathleen Downes) 50:11

16d ago50:11

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We’ve had many candid conversations about friendship and inclusion over the years. Today we’re excited to be joined by social worker, blogger, disability activist, and self-advocate, Kathleen Downes. Growing up in inclusive schools during the 90s, Kathleen shares her firsthand experiences, the struggles she faced in forming authentic friendships, a…

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How to solo travel on a budget with Jen on a Jet Plane 40:40

4d ago40:40

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In this episode we're taking you around the world, but on a budget! Our host Whitney Clarks to Jen Ruiz, the author of "12 Trips in 12 Months." The year before her 30th birthday, Ruiz decided to take a a challenge: Go on 12 trips in 12 months. Her book unpacks her travel journey around the world, how she was able to go from an attorney to a full-ti…

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270. IEP Success: How to Plan, Communicate, and Collaborate (w/April Rehrig) 1:03:07

21d ago1:03:07

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We’re excited to have April Rehrig, founder of Rise Educational Advocacy and Consulting, on this week! With over 20 years of experience as an elementary school teacher and school psychologist, April has spent her career empowering parents and students to achieve the best educational outcomes. From understanding the IEP’s purpose to advocating for y…

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Bridgerton: 3.08 – Into The Light (SEASON 3 FINALE) | Recap & Reaction

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Mary & Blake recap and give reaction to the Bridgerton season 3 finale, episode 3.08 – Into The Light. In this episode, we chat why this episode was way too neat, why the side plot with Bennington was a MAJOR miscalculation, and we have an INSTANT Mary & Blake Media Hall of Fame Call, as well as moment. SUBSCRIBE TO GET NOTIFICATIONS FOR NEW EPISOD…

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269. What Are We Really Measuring?: Redefining Worth & The IQ Test (w/Pepper Stetler) 52:55

29d ago52:55

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Today we’re excited to talk to Pepper Stetler about her new book A Measure of Intelligence: One Mother's Reckoning with the IQ Test. She’s sharing her journey of questioning the authority and relevance of the IQ test after learning that her daughter, Louisa, who has Down syndrome, would be required to take it regularly to receive support in school.…

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Arizona Native T.J. Newman Talks About Her Third Book "Worst Case Scenario" 41:28

16d ago41:28

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From a Changing Hands bookseller, to a flight attendant to a New York Times bestselling author, Valley native T.J. Newman is getting ready for the release of her third book "Worst Case Scenario." Our host Whitney Clark talks to her about the latest thriller. After an airline pilot suffers a heart attack at 35,000 feet, a commercial airliner crashes…

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268. First Responders and Teacher of Patience: A Lesson in Understanding 58:09

1M ago58:09

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We’re thrilled to have Carmen Vincent and Tom and Tina Felter join us to discuss their powerful Emmy award-winning documentary, Teacher of Patience. This film showcases the incredible journey of the Felter family and their daughter, Emily (who makes a surprise appearance!), who has Down syndrome. Tom shares the story behind developing The Emily Tal…

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Book Recommendations and Read Alikes 38:28

21d ago38:28

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In this episode of "Beyond the Next Chapter," Whitney Clark is joined by Marissa Daley, librarian and manager of the Fountain Hills library, and Paige Cordner, librarian at the Queen Creek library. Together, they dive into the world of book recommendations and read alikes, offering listeners a treasure trove of new books to explore based on popular…

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267. What Is It Like To Have A Sibling With Down Syndrome? (Featuring Our Kids!) 59:08

2M ago59:08

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Friends, the last two weeks we got to hear from some amazing siblings. Today we hope you’ll join us for a very special episode, we're sitting down with our kids to talk about what it's like to have a sibling with Down syndrome. Micha chats with Ace’s older brother Brooks (13), Mercedes sits down with Sunny’s younger brothers Rhodes (9) and Shepard …

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266. From Sibling Love to Community Change (w/Taylor Gardner Chaney) 1:05:00

2M ago1:05:00

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Today we’re chatting with another amazing sibling! Taylor Gardner Chaney is a passionate entrepreneur whose younger sister with Down syndrome has influenced her understanding of disabilities and guided her career choices. Taylor discusses viewing life as a series of seasons and how focusing on the "why" behind her work helps her push through challe…

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Bridgerton: 3.07 – Joining Of Hands | Recap & Reaction

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Mary & Blake recap and give reaction to Bridgerton episode 3.07 – Joining Of Hands. In this episode, we chat how the most interesting aspect of this episode is Colin’s POV, if Whistledown is the true villain in all of Bridgerton, and why “Sharks Gotta Swim.” SUBSCRIBE TO GET NOTIFICATIONS FOR NEW EPISODES APPLE PODCASTS SPOTIFY YOUTUBE CONNECT WITH…

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265. Brotherly Love: From Childhood Adventures to Adult Dreams (w/Matthew & Thomas Von Der Ahe) 49:03

2M ago49:03

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Today, we're thrilled to chat with Matthew Von Der Ahe, known for his roles in 'Champions' and other films. Joined by his brother Tommy, they reminisce about childhood, explore their evolving adult relationship, and discuss maintaining their strong bond despite living apart. Matthew, an actor recognized for his work in 'The Secret Lives of Dorks' a…

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Kate Quinn on her new book "The Briar Club" 29:09

1M ago29:09

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Author Kate Quinn is out with her new book "The Briar Club." If you like historical fiction, you will love this book! "The Briar Club" is set in a boardinghouse in Washington D.C. during the McCarthy era. There's an element of murder mystery and it's told from the perspective of multiple women, all facing different challenges of the time. Our host,…

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Bridgerton: 3.06 – Romancing Mister Bridgerton | Recap & Reaction

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Mary & Blake recap and give reaction to Bridgerton episode 3.06 – Romancing Mister Bridgerton. In this episode, we chat the downfalls of lackluster side stories and spinning wheels on the plot, the necessity of REAL choice for drama, why Penelope and Cressida are basically the same character, and why Blake’s favorite Needle Drop moment from the sho…

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264. Healing and Hope: Navigating Down Syndrome Regression Disorder (w/ Dr. Santoro & Dr. Quinn) 59:52

2M ago59:52

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Today, we're chatting about the mysterious and challenging world of Down Syndrome Regression Disorder (DSRD). This condition has left many parents searching for answers as they witness profound changes in their children. Joining us are two leading experts, Dr. Jonathan Santoro and Dr. Eileen Quinn, who will share their insights and experiences from…

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Ruth Ware on her book "One Perfect Couple" 29:31

2M ago29:31

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On this week's episode, our host Whitney Clark chats with Ruth Ware. She's known for her psychological thrillers and is a No. 1 New York Times bestselling author. Her new book "One Perfect Couple" is out now. Whitney talks to Ruth about what inspires her work, what kind of research went into this book and how it compares to reality shows.…

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263. Designs that Dance: A Tale of Friendship and Creativity (w/Dance Happy Designs) 55:59

2M ago55:59

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Today, we’re chatting with the creative minds behind Dance Happy Designs! Emily Scott is here to chat with us about the power of inclusive entrepreneurship, friendship, and creativity and share some of co-founder Julia’s thoughts on their friendship and partnership, plus what her favorite design is! Emily shares their experiences creating high-qual…

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Ashley Poston on Her New Book "A Novel Love Story" 28:48

2M ago28:48

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In this episode of "Beyond the Next Chapter," our host Whitney Clark chats with author Ashley Poston about her new book. "A Novel Love Story" is out today! Ashley is a New York Times and USA Today best-selling author of "The Dead Romantics" and "The Seven Year Slip." Ashley talks to Whitney about her favorite romance novels, how friendships grow an…

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Bridgerton: 3.05 – Tick Tock | Recap & Reaction

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Mary & Blake recap and give reaction to Bridgerton episode 3.05 – Tick Tock. In this episode, we chat why this show has succeeded in humanizing it’s characters amidst the plot mechanics, important visual cues for subtext, and why engagement parties are just so damn awkward…especially ours… SUBSCRIBE TO GET NOTIFICATIONS FOR NEW EPISODES APPLE PODCA…

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262. 45 Years of Advocacy: A Conversation w/ NDSS President Kandi Pickard 57:31

3M ago57:31

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We’ve been so grateful to have had the opportunity to collaborate with National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) over the last few years. Today, we’re chatting with Kandi Pickard, the President & CEO of NDSS, and celebrating their 45th Anniversary coming up on June 20th! Kandi is sharing the organization's journey from a support group that has grown in…

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Bridgerton: 3.04 – Old Friends | Recap & Reaction

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Mary & Blake recap and give reaction to Bridgerton episode 3.04 – Old Friends. In this episode, why Lord Debling is the best and the worst, the final test before a character breaks their stasis, and why we are making a shirt that says, “Hyacinth Knows All”… SUBSCRIBE TO GET NOTIFICATIONS FOR NEW EPISODES APPLE PODCASTS SPOTIFY YOUTUBE CONNECT WITH …

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Bridgerton: 3.03 – Forces Of Nature | Recap & Reaction

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Mary & Blake recap and give reaction to Bridgerton episode 3.03 – Forces Of Nature. In this episode, we chat the prominent use of subtext in many different scenes, the antagonist/protagonist relationship shared between Cressida and Penelope, and why Mary will only refer to Benedict as “Bennington” from now on. SUBSCRIBE TO GET NOTIFICATIONS FOR NEW…

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261. Fearless Together: Lessons In Bravery, Hope, & Resilience (w/David and Andrew Olshine) 47:45

3M ago47:45

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Join us for a special Father’s Day episode featuring the dynamic father-son duo, David and Andrew Olshine! They share their inspiring journey of writing and publishing the book Fearless As A Honey Badger, Brave Like A Wolverine. Learn about the lessons they've learned, the message of hope and resilience they aim to share with the world, and how And…

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The most highly anticipated books of the summer 27:11

3M ago27:11

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If you're going on a trip this summer and you're looking for a good book, we've got you covered! In this episode of "Beyond the Next Chapter," our host Whitney Clark talks to the folks at the Phoenix Library about the most highly anticipated books of the summer. She's joined by Anna Chenoweth, the library collections manager, and Maria Lopez, the c…

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Bridgerton: 3.02 – How Bright The Moon | Recap & Reaction

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Mary & Blake recap and give reaction to Bridgerton episode 3.02 – How Bright The Moon. In this episode, we chat the parallel stories between the Mondriches and the Bridgertons, the push and pull dialogue between Eloise and Cressida, and why Blake actually references the movie Made Of Honor…. SUBSCRIBE TO GET NOTIFICATIONS FOR NEW EPISODES APPLE POD…

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260. What Did We Learn From This School Year? 1:10:46

3M ago1:10:46

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Cheers to making it through another school year! Join us as we share our experiences, celebrate the successes, and learn from the challenges of the 2023-2024 school year. Discussing everything from what types of supports and settings worked for our kids, to the injustices in our education system and the reality of our kids still leading the way in …

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Combating trauma in the workplace 39:11

3M ago39:11

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In this episode of Beyond the Next Chapter, our host Whitney Clark talks to an author and psychologist about overcoming trauma associated with work. Gretchen Schmelzer is a longtime psychologist and author. She's writing a book about the topic now. She also has a book called "Journey Through Trauma" which was released in 2018. After the COVID-19 pa…

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259. Home Is Our Classroom: Homeschooling A Child With Down Syndrome 1:00:38

3M ago1:00:38

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Friends, we know there are so many ways to learn, join us today as Mercedes chats with fellow homeschool mama Rachel Prescott about what it's like to homeschool kiddos with (and without!) Down syndrome. Mercedes has homeschooled her daughter Sunflower who has Down syndrome and her three boys for over five years now, Rachel who has twin six-year-old…

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258. Unlocking Potential: Strategies For Every Learner With Down Syndrome (w/Mrs. Brown) 56:55

4M ago56:55

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Friends, we’re so excited to be joined by Mrs. Brown today, you’ve heard us mention her many times over the years! She has developed a successful and innovative program that teaches reading and other academic skills to learners ages three to adult. We learned about her passion and gift for teaching individuals with Down syndrome in 2018 and had her…

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Steven Rowley on his new book “The Guncle Abroad” 30:21

3M ago30:21

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In a bonus episode of “Beyond the Next Chapter,” our host Whitney Clark talks to author Steven Rowley about his newest book “The Guncle Abroad.” It’s the sequel to his hit novel “The Guncle” which was released in 2021. The sequel follows Patrick and his niece and nephew as their father gets married in Italy. Whitney talks to Stephen about how he mi…

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Bridgerton: 3.01 – Out Of The Shadows | Recap & Reaction

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Mary & Blake recap and give reaction to Bridgerton episode 3.01 – Out Of The Shadows. In this episode, we chat the emotional math behind Eloise’s choices, if Penelope is a likable character, the dynamic behind parallel facades between Colin And Pen, why Mary & Blake Commandments are always right, and why Mary is HERE for a side of Deblin Beef… SUBS…

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