Forget Dis! Podcast
1) Different Brains betters our society
Dr. Hackie Reitman: doctor, boxer, neurodiversity advocate, and founder of Different Brains - talks with us about his program and how important it is for society to learn to embrace those with differe...Show More
2) What is love? It is that which shapes our actions!
Lillieth Grand - a music therapist, business owner, educator, and mother from Oregon - shares her experiences and how they have shaped the way she treats others and how she finds strength in herself.
3) All about Autism
Hosts Kayla and Emily talk about their experience and insights from the 2018 US Autism Conference. April is Autism Awareness Month -- learn about different ways to connect with those on the spectrum.
4) A Veteran's Continuing Battle
Our interview with Navy veteran Jenna Weathers gives us a comprehensive insight into life with Ehlers Danos Syndrome, PTSD, working while disabled, and navigating the VA system.
5) Demystifying Dyslexia
Dean Bragonier, founder of NoticeAbility Inc., tells of his own journey with dyslexia, how a dyslexic mind works and what advantages dyslexics posses, and how he is helping other dyslexics learn with ...Show More
6) Music Made for Me: How Chloe Adapts an Instrument
Chloe Short was born with arthrogryposis multiplex congenita which limits her movements. However Chloe did not let her condition stop her from playing music and joining the high school band. Chloe pla...Show More
7) Alternative Baseball
Let's (all) play ball! Taylor Duncan, a young man with Autism, founded and operates the rapidly growing non-profit Alternative Baseball Organization. ABO provides teens and adults with Autism and spec...Show More
8) Let's get wheel - increase accessibility already!
Have you ever wondered what it's like to use a wheelchair in a city like New York? For that matter - getting where you want to go in a wheelchair at all? Marissa Meleske, a life coach, author, and pro...Show More
9) All about Angela's House: The Blind Leading the Blind
Jean Peyton has been involved with helping those with vision impairments in Las Vegas for many years. She is the president of Blind Connect, which has a great program called Angela's House that she te...Show More
10) Takeaways on Taking Away the "Dis"
Emily and Kayla review what they've learned from all of their guests summarizing key points that were emphasized in every interview and the impact that this podcast has had on them as hosts, therapist...Show More