Episodes
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 ...
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 ...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Advocacy in Action: How Parents Can Challenge Systemic Ableism with D…
In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron speaks with educational therapist Dr. Bibi Pirayesh about the intersection of learning disabilities and social justice. They discuss the barriers within education syste...
Nature for All: How to Make Outdoor Spaces Accessible with Marjorie T…
In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron welcomes Marjorie Turner Hollman, a disability advocate and author of the Easy Walks book series. Marjorie shares her journey from professional storyteller to outdoor a...
Ask, Don’t Assume: How to Foster True Inclusion in Work and Life with…
In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron welcomes Kevin McShan, a journalist and disability advocate, to discuss inclusion, employment challenges, and accessibility. Kevin shares his journey of overcoming barr...
Difference is Ordinary: Rethinking Accessibility in Everyday Life wit…
In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast , host AAron welcomes accessibility consultant Angela Fowler to discuss the critical role of accessibility in true inclusion. Angela shares her personal experiences as a blind prof...
The Ability Curve: Rethinking Disability and Universal Design with Do…
In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast , host AAron welcomes Doug Katz, a veteran, entrepreneur, and innovator in adaptive product design. Doug shares his journey from military service to creating the Nulu, an adaptive ...
Hiring Without Bias: How Companies Can Truly Be Inclusive with Sara F…
In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast , host AAron welcomes author, speaker, and disability advocate Sara Freeman Smith. Sara shares her journey of vision loss and how it reshaped her career in HR and recruiting. She d...
Unlocking Every Child’s Strengths: Inclusion & the Zone of Genius wit…
In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast , host AAron welcomes early childhood specialist DJ Stutz to discuss practical ways to foster inclusion. DJ shares her extensive experience teaching and raising children with diver...
Breaking Free from Labels: A Human-Centric Approach with Michaell Mag…
In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast , host AAron welcomes Michaell Magrutsche, an advocate for human-centric perspectives. They discuss the natural state of inclusion, the flaws in systemic labeling, and the need to ...
Parenting, Advocacy & Storytelling with Nancy Burrows - Episode 53
In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron welcomes writer and advocate Nancy Burrows to discuss her journey as a mother raising a son with autism. Nancy shares her experiences navigating inclusion in education,...
Presume Competence: Advocating for Inclusion in Life & Careers with C…
In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast , host AAron welcomes Curtis Butler, a career coach and father of a daughter with significant disabilities. They discuss redefining inclusion, adaptive sports, and the lifelong jou...
Beyond Compliance: The True Meaning of Inclusion in Education with Ai…
In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast , host AAron welcomes guests Aimée and her daughter, Lila, to discuss their advocacy journey within the school system. Lila, who has cerebral palsy and uses a wheelchair, shares he...
Denied a Seat in the Band: When Schools Ignore Inclusion with Karla H…
In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron welcomes Karla Hildebrand to share her daughter Maddie’s fight for accessibility in school. Maddie, a talented musician with a mitochondrial disorder and autism, has be...
School Leadership & Inclusion: Rethinking Special Education with Lero…
In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron speaks with school principal and special education advocate Leroy Slanzi about creating truly inclusive school environments. They discuss the importance of centralizing...
Adaptive Dance Done Right: The Power of Individualized Support with A…
In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron welcomes Amanda Trisdale, an autism advocate and co-founder of Autistic Wings Dance Company. Amanda shares her journey of raising her autistic daughter, Leta, who excel...