Best Maya Central Podcasts (2024)

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

23m 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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Introducing: What's Ray Saying? 35:38

2d ago35:38

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Meet Ray Christian. Some people call him a storyteller, historian, father. Shoot, if you’ve got the time, he could fill you in on everything he’s been called. But first and foremost, he’s a Black veteran from the rural South who finds himself floating between life in academia, public speaking, storytelling, parenting, and tending to the goats in hi…

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

16m ago53:22

53:22

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

14m ago1:04:14

1:04:14

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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Introducing: We Disrupt This Broadcast 33:13

36m ago33:13

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We Disrupt This Broadcast, a new podcast from The Peabody Awards and the Center for Media & Social Impact, features intimate interviews with award-winning television creatives shaping the future of entertainment with disruptive new narratives and fresh approaches. Join us as we explore how our favorite critically-acclaimed TV shows are re-imagining…

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How Oregon Prioritizes Early Childhood Inclusion 1:06:04

7d ago1:06:04

1:06:04

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

9d ago59:21

59:21

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

18d ago49:52

49:52

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

18d ago1:06:03

1:06:03

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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Is San Francisco a Sanctuary When You Don’t Have Housing? 34:31

2M ago34:31

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Increases in the number of migrants arriving in San Francisco have stress-tested the city’s shelter system, revealing the dire need for more housing and support for families. We talk to migrant parents driven out of their homes by violence and political upheaval about navigating San Francisco’s homeless response system and its impacts on their fami…

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

25d ago1:02:48

1:02:48

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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Unheard: The Plight of Maya Struggling with Addiction in SF 39:07

2M ago39:07

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The impact of the COVID 19 pandemic led to a rise in fatal overdoses among the tens of thousands of Indigenous Maya living in the Bay area. That alarmed Latinx advocates and officials at the Mexican consulate in San Francisco. Indigenous Latin Americans are categorized as Latinx even though many speak limited Spanish. That means vital information, …

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Embracing Radical Acceptance: A Journey of Inclusion and Understanding with Dr. Leah Kelley 1:00:22

2M ago1:00:22

1:00:22

About the Guest(s): Dr. Leah M. Kelley is a storyteller, writer, activist, teacher educator, education consultant, and parent who identifies as neurodivergent and otherwise disabled. She was a K-12 public school teacher for over 25 years and has extensive experience supporting inclusion. Her newly published book, “The Person Who Arrives: Connecting…

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Forgetting the Lessons and Losses of Covid 21:32

2M ago21:32

21:32

The first years of the COVID-19 pandemic are behind us and it’s time for an early reckoning of our successes and failures. An epidemiologist shares how a lack of public trust led to unnecessary deaths. AIDS activists discuss the importance of facing trauma and a woman who lost her father to COVID is fighting for a memorial for those who died.…

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A Conversation with Sharon Draper on her 'Out of My Mind' Book Series 49:19

1M ago49:19

49:19

About the Guest(s): Sharon M. Draper is an accomplished author and educator, widely recognized for her contribution to young adult literature. Her career as an English teacher spanned over 30 years, engaging with students from sixth to twelfth grade. Draper's literary portfolio includes books that address diverse and compelling topics, with "Out of…

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Group Helps Asian American Communities Feel Safe 16:16

2M ago16:16

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Three years ago, when violence against Asian Americans spiked, local organizations took action to improve public safety. One group, the Coalition for Community Safety and Justice in San Francisco, is still doing that work. In this episode, we join them for one of their recurring community visits in the Richmond District. Outreach workers share how …

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The Barefoot Autism Challenge: Exploring Neurodiversity Through Running Barefoot 52:12

2M ago52:12

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About the Guest(s): Ken Posner is a passionate advocate for the therapeutic benefits of natural stimulation and mindfulness, particularly through the practice of going barefoot as part of the "Barefoot Autism Challenge." Although not a professional runner, Ken's fervor for barefoot running, stemming from the energy and joy it offers, has led him to…

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Civic Roundtable: Three San Francisco Reporters Talk About Covering Drug Use and Overdoses 48:30

3M ago48:30

48:30

Lila LaHood, publisher of the San Francisco Public Press, talks with Nuala Bishari from the San Francisco Chronicle, Sydney Johnson from KQED, and Sylvie Sturm from “Civic” and the San Francisco Public Press about their reporting on drug use, public policy and and substance use disorder treatment in San Francisco. They discuss the harm reduction ph…

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Breaking the Curve: How Standards-Based Grading is Transforming Education 54:56

3M ago54:56

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About the Guest(s): Thomas R. Guskey, PhD, is Professor Emeritus in the College of Education, University of Kentucky. A University of Chicago graduate and former middle school teacher, he served as an administrator in Chicago Public Schools and was the first Director of the Center for the Improvement of Teaching and Learning, a national educational…

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Mexican President Vs The Media 7:59

3M ago7:59

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Roberto Díaz reports https://twitter.com/dieresis_u. On February 22, 2024, during the presidential morning conference, President Andrés Manuel López Obrador, known as AMLO, revealed a letter sent to him by the Mexico, Central America, and Caribbean bureau of the U.S. newspaper The New York Times. In the letter, the president was asked to respond to…

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Mexican President Vs The Media 7:59

3M ago7:59

7:59

Roberto Díaz reports https://twitter.com/dieresis_u. On February 22, 2024, during the presidential morning conference, President Andrés Manuel López Obrador, known as AMLO, revealed a letter sent to him by the Mexico, Central America, and Caribbean bureau of the U.S. newspaper The New York Times. In the letter, the president was asked to respond to…

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End Veteran Medical Debt 13:36

3M ago13:36

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It is a misconception that our veterans receive free or affordable healthcare. As much as $6 Billion in veteran and military medical debt is burdening our bravest. https://endveterandebt.org/ is the parent initiative Jerry Ashton’s group of several campaigns to mitigate the harms that can impact veterans including risk of suicide, unemployment, add…

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End Veteran Medical Debt 13:36

3M ago13:36

13:36

It is a misconception that our veterans receive free or affordable healthcare. As much as $6 Billion in veteran and military medical debt is burdening our bravest. https://endveterandebt.org/ is the parent initiative Jerry Ashton’s group of several campaigns to mitigate the harms that can impact veterans including risk of suicide, unemployment, add…

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FEED DROP Learn with Dr. Emily 58:06

2M ago58:06

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Hi Friends. Tim Villegas here from the Maryland Coalition for Inclusive Education. This week, we have a feed drop from a fantastic podcast, Learn with Dr. Emily. Dr. Emily King is a child psychologist and former school psychologist specializing in raising and teaching children and teens diagnosed with autism, ADHD, anxiety, learning disabilities, a…

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What You Might Find on Your San Francisco Ballot: Party County Central Committees 31:16

3M ago31:16

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Election Special: Voters in San Francisco registered with the Peace & Freedom, Green, Republican or Democratic parties have extra choices in the March 5th election that only come around once every four years — the party county central committees. We talk to a political strategist to discuss the power dynamics of these committees in San Francisco an…

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Beth Leipholtz: Advocate for Inclusion and Accessibility 49:34

2M ago49:34

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About the Guest(s): Beth Leipholtz is a multifaceted professional and mother, known for her transparent sharing of personal life experiences on social media. She is the author of the children's book, "The ABCs of Inclusion," and previously penned "Hello, Holland," aimed at parents navigating their children's hearing loss. Beth's journey through mot…

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Proposition F: Tying Cash Welfare to Drug Screening 36:10

3M ago36:10

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March 2024 Election Special: Mayor London Breed is facing one of the most pivotal moments of her political career as she campaigns for reelection amidst a dual crisis of addiction and homelessness. Her solution is a ballot measure that would compel welfare recipients to submit to drug addiction screening and treatment in order to get cash benefits.…

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How PINE is Revolutionizing Professional Learning for Inclusive Education 50:03

2M ago50:03

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About the Guest(s): Lauren Hough Williams is the Executive Director of the Program for Inclusion and Neurodiversity Education, better known as PINE, an online platform that offers training and support to schools committed to building more neuro-inclusive schools. Lauren is an autism and inclusion specialist and began her career as a special educato…

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Making Sense of Voting on Judges in San Francisco 30:21

4M ago30:21

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March 2024 Election Special: Why are San Francisco residents being asked to vote on County Superior Court Judges? We talk to University of San Francisco professor of politics Keally McBride about the slate of candidates, how the process works, and what people should be thinking about when considering their vote.…

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Principals Show Disability Discrimination in School Access, Study Finds 57:36

3M ago57:36

57:36

About the Guest(s): Lauren Rivera is an esteemed scholar with a focus on discrimination, specifically hiring discrimination, and the complex interplay between social class, gender, and race in social structures. Specializing in sociology, Rivera's professional expertise extends to studying how various forms of discrimination manifest within societa…

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Love is a Classroom: Steps Toward Inclusive Practices with Andrew Goff 49:16

3M ago49:16

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About the Guest(s): Dr. Andrew Goff was an educator of children with and without disabilities for twelve years before transferring the knowledge and skills he developed as a teacher to his work as a researcher, author, and college professor. He holds a Bachelor’s in child psychology and a Master’s in early childhood education/special education from…

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Fostering Inclusion and Resilience in Education: The Impact of Circle of Friends 56:43

4M ago56:43

56:43

About the Guest(s): Robyn Stack Reagan is the CEO of Circle of Friends, an organization with a mission to promote inclusion for students with disabilities and those living with adversity. With her extensive background in working with youth in residential treatment and fostering youth with mental illness, Reagan brings a wealth of experience to the …

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Genocide in Balochistan part 4 of 4 52:26

4M ago52:26

52:26

This concludes our four part report on the genocide in Balochistan. The Baloch problem started in 1833 when the British basically wanted to expand their imperial empire to Afghanistan. And there are two routes to Afghanistan. One is through Balochistan, one is through the Khyber Pass. And they tried it through that route, the other route, and they …

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Genocide in Balochistan part 4 of 4 52:26

4M ago52:26

52:26

This concludes our four part report on the genocide in Balochistan. The Baloch problem started in 1833 when the British basically wanted to expand their imperial empire to Afghanistan. And there are two routes to Afghanistan. One is through Balochistan, one is through the Khyber Pass. And they tried it through that route, the other route, and they …

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Jeannie Gainsburg Discusses LGBTQ+ Inclusion and Allyship in Education 1:14:48

4M ago1:14:48

1:14:48

About the Guest(s): Jeannie Gainsburg is an LGBTQ+ advocate and author. She has been actively involved in LGBTQ+ inclusion for over 15 years and has worked with various organizations to promote equality and acceptance. Jeannie is passionate about creating inclusive spaces and educating others on allyship. Episode Summary: In this episode, Tim Ville…

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Promoting Peer Engagement and AAC in Inclusive Classrooms 56:01

4M ago56:01

56:01

About the Guest(s): Elizabeth Biggs, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor of Special Education at Vanderbilt University. She is also an affiliated faculty member of the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center. Her research focuses on improving social, communication, language, and literacy outcomes for students with complex communication needs, particularly supportin…

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The Power of Reflection: How One School District Transformed Education for All Learners 1:12:13

4M ago1:12:13

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About The Guest(s): Dr. Kristin Burnette is an Assistant Professor of Special Education at ECU. She has 17 years of experience working with students with extensive support needs and 11 years of classroom experience. She completed her Ph.D. at the University of NC Greensboro, focusing on inclusive education for students with extensive support needs.…

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Introducing: Monumental - Whispers in Wilmington 52:12

4M ago52:12

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For listeners of Studio 360, we’re featuring an episode from the new PRX podcast Monumental. The landscape of public memory is shifting. As we re-examine the plaques in our parks and the sculptures on our streets, we grapple with what to do with them. Once we learn the stories these objects tell about who we are, will tearing down statues and renam…

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Jonathan Cormur: Embracing Neurodiversity in Voice Acting and Beyond 40:28

5M ago40:28

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About The Guest(s): Jonathan Cormur is a talented voice actor and the host of the Dorktales Storytime podcast. He has a great passion for storytelling and presents classic fairytales in a unique and geekish way. Jonathan also contributes to the Hidden Heroes of History series, which is part of the Dorktales Storytime feed. Through this series, he h…

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00 – Prologue 36:24

5M ago36:24

36:24

More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy H. Rider Haggard

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Genocide in Balochistan part 3 of 4 43:46

5M ago43:46

43:46

This part 3 of 4 begins with a recounting of threats for journalists. The Baloch problem started in 1833 when the British basically wanted to expand their imperial empire to Afghanistan. And there are two routes to Afghanistan. One is through Balochistan, one is through the Khyber Pass. And they tried it through that route, the other route, and the…

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Genocide in Balochistan part 3 of 4 43:46

5M ago43:46

43:46

This part 3 of 4 begins with a recounting of threats for journalists. The Baloch problem started in 1833 when the British basically wanted to expand their imperial empire to Afghanistan. And there are two routes to Afghanistan. One is through Balochistan, one is through the Khyber Pass. And they tried it through that route, the other route, and the…

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01 – How the Plot Failed 32:01

5M ago32:01

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More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy H. Rider Haggard

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02 – The Senor Strickland 29:36

5M ago29:36

29:36

More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy H. Rider Haggard

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03 – The Summons 29:30

5M ago29:30

29:30

More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy H. Rider Haggard

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04 – The Legend of the Heart 35:41

5M ago35:41

35:41

More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy H. Rider Haggard

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BONUS: A Quick Message from Tim 2:42

5M ago2:42

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Tim Villegas reflects on the year 2023 and discusses what has gone well and what can be improved upon in the coming year. Tim shares his accomplishments, including finishing "Inclusion Stories" and being part of the Inclusion Today group. He expresses a desire to hear more from listeners and invites them to suggest topics for future episodes. Tim e…