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Episodes

Empathy, Accessibility & Equity: Redefining Inclusion with Delphia Howze - Episode 47
Jan. 31, 2025

Empathy, Accessibility & Equity: Redefining Inclusion with Delphia Ho…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast , host AAron speaks with Delphia Howze, an author and inclusion expert with over 25 years of experience in diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA). Delphia shares he...

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My 38DDD Journey: Navigating Disability, Inclusion and Empowerment with Michaela Cox - Episode 46
Jan. 28, 2025

My 38DDD Journey: Navigating Disability, Inclusion and Empowerment wi…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast , host AAron speaks with author Michaela Cox, who shares her journey through disability, loss, and resilience. Michaela discusses navigating life as legally blind, her experiences ...

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Lessons in Inclusion, Advocacy, and Resilience with Kenneth Kunken - Episode 45
Jan. 24, 2025

Lessons in Inclusion, Advocacy, and Resilience with Kenneth Kunken - …

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast, host AAron interviews Kenneth Kunken, the first quadriplegic to graduate from Cornell University. Kenneth shares his journey of navigating life after a spinal cord injury sustaine...

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Creating a More Accessible World: Lessons from 'The Blind Blogger with Maxwell Ivey - Episode 44
Jan. 21, 2025

Creating a More Accessible World: Lessons from 'The Blind Blogger wit…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron interviews Maxwell Ivey, also known as "The Blind Blogger." Maxwell shares his journey from growing up in a carnival-owning family to becoming a disability advocate and...

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Play Dumb and Sabotage: Unlocking Communication and Inclusion with Jeaneen Tang - Episode 43
Jan. 17, 2025

Play Dumb and Sabotage: Unlocking Communication and Inclusion with Je…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron speaks with Jeaneen Tang, a speech-language pathologist, advocate, and author of Play Dumb and Sabotage. They discuss Jeaneen’s journey in early intervention, navigatin...

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Neurodiversity and Universal Design: A Guide to Inclusion with Katherine McCord - Episode 42
Jan. 14, 2025

Neurodiversity and Universal Design: A Guide to Inclusion with Kather…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron welcomes Katherine McCord, a national HR and inclusion consultant, to discuss practical strategies for creating inclusive spaces. Katherine shares her expertise on neur...

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Breaking Bias: Advocating for Diversity and Accessibility with Adele Bayless - Episode 41
Jan. 10, 2025

Breaking Bias: Advocating for Diversity and Accessibility with Adele …

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast, host AAron interviews Adele Bayless, a self-proclaimed social justice warrior and entrepreneur committed to fostering inclusivity and safety in property management. Adele discusse...

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Parenting with Purpose: Building Confidence and Resilience with Rahz Slaughter - Episode 40
Jan. 7, 2025

Parenting with Purpose: Building Confidence and Resilience with Rahz …

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast, host AAron welcomes Rahz Slaughter, a motivational speaker and advocate for inclusion. Rahz shares his journey of growing up with a disability, overcoming societal challenges, and...

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Stigma and Community Support: Disability Advocacy in Haiti with Heather and Papito - Episode 39
Jan. 3, 2025

Stigma and Community Support: Disability Advocacy in Haiti with Heath…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron welcomes Heather and Papito, founders of Footprints of the Son, to discuss their work in Haiti with children with disabilities. They share personal stories about starti...

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Overcoming Roadblocks: Building a More Inclusive World with Tonya Wollum - Episode 38
Dec. 31, 2024

Overcoming Roadblocks: Building a More Inclusive World with Tonya Wol…

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast , host AAron engages with Tonya Wollum, IEP coach and host of the Water Prairie Chronicles . Together, they discuss Tonya's personal experiences raising two college-aged children w...

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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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