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Episodes

Why Traditional Math Education Fails & How to Fix It with Dr. Craig Hane aka Dr. Del - Episode 85
March 30, 2025

Why Traditional Math Education Fails & How to Fix It with Dr. Craig H…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron interviews Dr. Craig Hane aka Dr.Del, a math educator passionate about making math accessible and practical. Dr.Del shares his insights on why traditional math educatio...

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The Future of Accessibility: Why We Must Go Above & Beyond with Jenna Udenberg - Episode 84
March 29, 2025

The Future of Accessibility: Why We Must Go Above & Beyond with Jenna…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron welcomes disability advocate Jenna Udenberg. Jenna shares her journey from being diagnosed with juvenile idiopathic arthritis at age seven to becoming a passionate acce...

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Everybody Dance: The Power of Inclusion in the Arts with Dan Watt - Episode 83
March 28, 2025

Everybody Dance: The Power of Inclusion in the Arts with Dan Watt - E…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron welcomes Emmy-winning filmmaker Dan Watt, director and producer of Everybody Dance , a documentary about the transformative power of dance for children with disabilitie...

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The Power of Advocacy: Lessons from The Alien Savant with Janet Elliott - Episode 82
March 27, 2025

The Power of Advocacy: Lessons from The Alien Savant with Janet Ellio…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron welcomes Janet Elliott, author of The Alien Savant , to discuss her nonverbal autistic brother Michael’s journey. Janet shares personal stories of her family's fight fo...

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Beyond the Stigma: Disability, Independence & Social Perceptions with Devon Wieters - Episode 81
March 26, 2025

Beyond the Stigma: Disability, Independence & Social Perceptions with…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron interviews Devon Wieters, a disability advocate and podcast host. Devon shares her advocacy work on the SSI Restoration Act and the struggles disabled individuals face ...

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The Power of Self-Acceptance: How Disability Shaped My Life with Emily Goodson - Episode 80
March 25, 2025

The Power of Self-Acceptance: How Disability Shaped My Life with Emil…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron speaks with writer and speaker Emily Goodson about her journey with disability, self-acceptance, and inclusion. Emily shares her experience of acquiring a disability at...

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Inclusion Beyond the Classroom: Social & Emotional Learning Matters with Lois Letchford - Episode 79
March 24, 2025

Inclusion Beyond the Classroom: Social & Emotional Learning Matters w…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast , host AAron welcomes Lois Letchford, a literacy specialist and author, to discuss her son’s journey from being labeled as a failure in first grade to earning a PhD in Applied Math...

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Making Inclusion Practical: Jobs, Education & Policy for Autism with Crystal Jordan - Episode 78
March 23, 2025

Making Inclusion Practical: Jobs, Education & Policy for Autism with …

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast , host AAron welcomes autism advocate and philanthropist Crystal Jordan. Crystal shares how her son’s autism diagnosis ignited her passion for advocacy, inclusion, and employment o...

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Planning for Two Lifetimes: Securing Your Child’s Future with Michael Ringel - Episode 77
March 22, 2025

Planning for Two Lifetimes: Securing Your Child’s Future with Michael…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron welcomes financial expert Michael Ringel to discuss essential financial planning for families of children with disabilities. They explore the importance of planning for...

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Building Bridges, Not Barriers: The Power of Social Connection with Wendy Hooton - Episode 76
March 21, 2025

Building Bridges, Not Barriers: The Power of Social Connection with W…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast , host AAron welcomes Wendy Hooton, an author and advocate for Down syndrome inclusion. Wendy shares her journey of raising her son with Down Syndrome, highlighting the evolving me...

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Beyond Sight: Inclusion, Tech, and Music with Curtis Jackson - Episode 75
March 20, 2025

Beyond Sight: Inclusion, Tech, and Music with Curtis Jackson - Episod…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron speaks with Curtis "Curveball" Jackson, a blind entrepreneur, hip-hop artist, and podcast host. Curtis shares his journey growing up blind, navigating public school, an...

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Parenting Through Challenges: Finding Strength in Resilience with Jason Tuttle - Episode 74
March 19, 2025

Parenting Through Challenges: Finding Strength in Resilience with Jas…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron speaks with Jason Tuttle, a devoted father and advocate, about his journey raising two children with complex medical needs. Jason shares the profound challenges and joy...

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Inclusion Matters: Shining a Light on Hidden Disabilities with Michelle Steiner - Episode 73
March 18, 2025

Inclusion Matters: Shining a Light on Hidden Disabilities with Michel…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron speaks with Michelle Steiner, a writer, speaker, and paraeducator, about her journey living with a learning disability. Diagnosed with dyscalculia in kindergarten, Mich...

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Unlocking Communication: The Power of Patience with Jennifer Celeste Briggs - Episode 72
March 17, 2025

Unlocking Communication: The Power of Patience with Jennifer Celeste …

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron sits down with Jennifer Celeste Briggs, author of Watching Sarah Rise , to discuss her journey parenting a daughter with special needs. Jennifer shares how the Son-rise...

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The Power of Awareness: Building Inclusive Workspaces with Stephanie Warlick - Episode 71
March 16, 2025

The Power of Awareness: Building Inclusive Workspaces with Stephanie …

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron welcomes Stephanie Warlick, founder of 5 Foot View Consulting and author of Dark and Silent Office . They discuss the importance of digital and content accessibility in...

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Inclusion Isn’t a Program—It’s a Culture Shift with Lisa Drennan - Episode 70
March 15, 2025

Inclusion Isn’t a Program—It’s a Culture Shift with Lisa Drennan - Ep…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron speaks with Lisa Drennan, founder of MERGE Consulting, about building authentic inclusion in community spaces. Lisa shares her journey from working in specialized progr...

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The Intersection of Nutrition, Disability, and Inclusion with Darci Steiner - Episode 69
March 14, 2025

The Intersection of Nutrition, Disability, and Inclusion with Darci S…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron welcomes Darci Steiner, a nutritionist, author, and disability advocate, who shares her powerful journey living with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS). Darci discus...

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Trauma, Labels & Learning: Rethinking Foster Care Education with Sharon Dunlevy - Episode 68
March 13, 2025

Trauma, Labels & Learning: Rethinking Foster Care Education with Shar…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron speaks with Sharon Dunlevy, an educational advocate for children in foster care. Sharon shares her journey from special education and ministry to child welfare, highlig...

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The Potential to Belong: Autism, Advocacy, and Inclusion with Murphy Monroe - Episode 67
March 12, 2025

The Potential to Belong: Autism, Advocacy, and Inclusion with Murphy …

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron welcomes Murphy Monroe, an autism advocate, parent, entrepreneur, and executive director of a circus school. Murphy shares his journey of self-discovery, including his ...

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Teaching Kids to Think: Inclusive Education for All with Barbara Ann Mojica - Episode 66
March 11, 2025

Teaching Kids to Think: Inclusive Education for All with Barbara Ann …

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron speaks with historian, educator, and children's author Barbara Ann Mojica. Barbara shares her journey from history academia to special education, driven by her passion ...

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Beyond the Wheelchair: Art, Advocacy, and Everyday Life with Katherine Klimitas - Episode 65
March 10, 2025

Beyond the Wheelchair: Art, Advocacy, and Everyday Life with Katherin…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast , host AAron welcomes artist and graphic designer Katherine Klimitas, who shares her journey growing up with osteogenesis imperfecta. Katherine discusses the challenges and triumph...

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Dismantling Power Imbalances in Counseling with Natalie Jovanic - Episode 64
March 9, 2025

Dismantling Power Imbalances in Counseling with Natalie Jovanic - Epi…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron welcomes trauma counselor and anti-oppression coach Natalie Jovanic. They discuss the importance of dismantling systemic barriers in counseling, the role of privilege i...

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Why Schools Still Fail Neurodiverse Students – A Deep Dive with Christopher Wyatt - Episode 63
March 8, 2025

Why Schools Still Fail Neurodiverse Students – A Deep Dive with Chris…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron welcomes Christopher Wyatt, an autistic self-advocate, educator, and father of two neurodiverse daughters. Christopher shares his insights on inclusion, universal desig...

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Beyond the Margins: Breaking Down Systemic Barriers with Jason Richlin - Episode 62
March 7, 2025

Beyond the Margins: Breaking Down Systemic Barriers with Jason Richli…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast , host AAron welcomes Jason Richlin, a former respiratory therapist turned high school teacher and advocate for marginalized communities. Jason shares his personal journey as a neu...

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