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Episodes

Breaking the Silence: Disabilities, Advocacy & Creative Expression with Kristof Morrow - Episode 37
Dec. 27, 2024

Breaking the Silence: Disabilities, Advocacy & Creative Expression wi…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron interviews award-winning journalist and author Kristof Morrow. Kristof discusses his experiences living with Tourette's Syndrome, navigating accessibility challenges wi...

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Parenting on the Move: Lessons from a Nomadic Lifestyle with Effy MacMorris - Episode 36
Dec. 24, 2024

Parenting on the Move: Lessons from a Nomadic Lifestyle with Effy Mac…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron welcomes Effy MacMorris, a nomadic parent, advocate, and content creator, for a heartfelt discussion on inclusion. Effy shares her evolving perspective on inclusion, sh...

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Rewriting the Narrative: How Outdoor Adventures Changed Everything with Robert DeLena - Episode 35
Dec. 20, 2024

Rewriting the Narrative: How Outdoor Adventures Changed Everything wi…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast , host AAron welcomes Robert Delena, author of Without Restraint , to discuss the profound parenting journey of raising his son, Ryan, who was labeled with behavioral challenges an...

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Raising a Complex Kid: Advocacy, Empathy, and Inclusion with Michelle Choairy - Episode 34
Dec. 17, 2024

Raising a Complex Kid: Advocacy, Empathy, and Inclusion with Michelle…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron speaks with Michelle Choairy, a mother and advocate for children with complex needs, about her journey raising a son with a rare genetic disorder, TBR1. Michelle shares...

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Disabilities Unseen: How to Recognize and Support Invisible Disabilities with Rob Baugh - Episode 33
Dec. 13, 2024

Disabilities Unseen: How to Recognize and Support Invisible Disabilit…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast , host AAron welcomes Rob Baugh, creator of the Life Rewired podcast, to discuss inclusion, brain injuries, and personal growth. Rob shares his journey from surviving a traumatic b...

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Intersectionality, Empathy and Wellness: Foundations for Inclusion with Ashantis Jones - Episode 32
Dec. 10, 2024

Intersectionality, Empathy and Wellness: Foundations for Inclusion wi…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast , host AAron welcomes Ashantis Jones, a wellness educator specializing in mental health, fitness, and intersectionality. Ashantis shares their journey toward understanding inclusio...

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Podcasting, Inclusion and Authenticity with Sam Mitchell - Episode 31
Dec. 6, 2024

Podcasting, Inclusion and Authenticity with Sam Mitchell - Episode 31

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast , host AAron interviews Sam Mitchell, an autism advocate, podcast host of Autism Rocks and Rolls , and public speaker. Sam shares his journey of overcoming exclusion, bullying, and...

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Creating Space for Neurodiversity in Eating Disorder Recovery with Nefrit El-Or - Episode 30
Dec. 3, 2024

Creating Space for Neurodiversity in Eating Disorder Recovery with Ne…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast , host AAron interviews Nefrit El-Or, an advocate for eating disorder recovery and late-diagnosed autism awareness. Nefrit shares her journey from feeling broken to embracing self-...

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Disability, Independence, and Breaking Stereotypes with Tracee Garner - Episode 29
Nov. 29, 2024

Disability, Independence, and Breaking Stereotypes with Tracee Garner…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron interviews Tracee Garner, an author, disability advocate, and wheelchair user. Tracee shares insights on redefining inclusion, the challenges of accessibility, and her ...

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Empathy and Equity: Building Belonging in Education with Dr. Kendra Hall - Episode 28
Nov. 26, 2024

Empathy and Equity: Building Belonging in Education with Dr. Kendra H…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron welcomes Dr. Kendra Hall, an educator specializing in equity and inclusion in higher education. They explore the nuances of inclusion, focusing on creating environments...

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The Power of Play-Based Learning and Music with Bryson Tarbet - Episode 27
Nov. 22, 2024

The Power of Play-Based Learning and Music with Bryson Tarbet - Episo…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast , host AAron welcomes Bryson Tarbet, a neurodiverse former music educator and foster dad, to discuss practical approaches to inclusion. Bryson shares his personal experiences growi...

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Building Bridges: Parents and Teachers as Partners with Alexis Welch - Episode 26
Nov. 19, 2024

Building Bridges: Parents and Teachers as Partners with Alexis Welch …

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron welcomes Alexis Welch, a seasoned special education teacher and master IEP coach, to discuss practical strategies for fostering inclusion for children with disabilities...

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Inclusive Conversations: How Curiosity Leads to Connection with Dr. Julie Pham - Episode 25
Nov. 15, 2024

Inclusive Conversations: How Curiosity Leads to Connection with Dr. J…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron interviews Dr. Julie Pham, a Vietnamese refugee and entrepreneur who founded CuriosityBased. Dr. Pham discusses “curiosity-based inclusion,” a concept encouraging open ...

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Challenging Myths and Stereotypes in Disability Inclusion with Nicolas Comstock - Episode 24
Nov. 12, 2024

Challenging Myths and Stereotypes in Disability Inclusion with Nicola…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast , host AAron welcomes Nicolas Comstock, a disability advocate who shares his personal journey with inclusion. Nicolas discusses his view that true inclusion means being valued for ...

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Beyond Inclusion: Building True Belonging for Kids with Disabilities with John Fela - Episode 23
Nov. 8, 2024

Beyond Inclusion: Building True Belonging for Kids with Disabilities …

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast , host AAron interviews disability advocate John Fela about his experiences as a father to a child with autism and his work with Joni and Friends, a global Christian disability org...

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Empathy and Inclusion: Lessons from a Cancer Survivor with Lindsay Perry - Episode 22
Nov. 5, 2024

Empathy and Inclusion: Lessons from a Cancer Survivor with Lindsay Pe…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron interviews Lindsay Perry, who shares her personal journey with breast cancer and reflections on inclusion, empathy, and resilience. Lindsay describes how her cancer exp...

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Advocacy in Action: A Guide to True Inclusion with Win Charles - Episode 21
Nov. 1, 2024

Advocacy in Action: A Guide to True Inclusion with Win Charles - Epis…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron interviews motivational speaker and author Win Charles, who shares her personal journey with cerebral palsy and her experiences with inclusion, advocacy, and resilience...

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Fatherhood, Advocacy, and Overcoming Bias with Jey Young - Episode 20
Oct. 29, 2024

Fatherhood, Advocacy, and Overcoming Bias with Jey Young - Episode 20

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast , host AAron welcomes Jey Young, a remarried father and mental health clinician. Jey shares his experiences growing up with a rare neuromuscular disorder called Andersen-Tawil synd...

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The Power of Self-Advocacy and Inclusion with Katey Fortun - Episode 19
Oct. 22, 2024

The Power of Self-Advocacy and Inclusion with Katey Fortun - Episode …

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast , host AAron speaks with Katey Fortun, a motivational speaker and advocate for people with disabilities. Katey shares her personal journey of growing up with a learning disability ...

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Customizing Life: Embracing Disability and Creativity with Dōmo Jones - Episode 18
Oct. 18, 2024

Customizing Life: Embracing Disability and Creativity with Dōmo Jones…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron interviews Dōmo Jones, an author, entrepreneur, and podcast host. Dōmo shares her journey with a disability, detailing her diagnosis with a brain tumor at age nine, whi...

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How Connection Fuels Mental Health and Inclusion with Kimberly Michelle - Episode 17
Oct. 15, 2024

How Connection Fuels Mental Health and Inclusion with Kimberly Michel…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast , host AAron interviews Kimberly Michelle, a mental health advocate and tabletop gamer, about her journey in mental health advocacy and the importance of inclusion. Kimberly shares...

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Autism, Empathy, and Global Inclusion with Joanne Copeland - Episode 16
Oct. 11, 2024

Autism, Empathy, and Global Inclusion with Joanne Copeland - Episode …

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast, host AAron interviews Joanne Copeland, who shares her story as a mother of twins with autism in Australia. Joanne opens up about the challenges of balancing different educational ...

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Breaking Barriers: Ableism, Disability Pride, and Inclusive Communities with Tiffany Yu - Episode 15
Oct. 8, 2024

Breaking Barriers: Ableism, Disability Pride, and Inclusive Communiti…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron speaks with Tiffany Yu, CEO & Founder of Diversability and author of The Anti-Ableist Manifesto . Tiffany shares her personal journey into disability advocacy following...

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Inclusion Is More Than Presence: From Student to Special Ed Teacher with Rebecca Engle - Episode 14
Oct. 1, 2024

Inclusion Is More Than Presence: From Student to Special Ed Teacher w…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast, host AAron interviews Rebecca Engle, a special education teacher diagnosed with autism. Rebecca shares her experiences as both a special education student and teacher, discussing ...

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