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Down Syndrome Advocacy in Action: Lessons from Audrey and Jeremy ~ 1311

Watch the episode on YouTube. Down Syndrome Advocacy in Action: Lessons from Aud | RSS.com Show Notes About the Guest(s) Audrey and Jeremy are lifelong friends, advocates, and co-hosts of The Audrey and Jeremy Show. Together, they speak up for disability rights, share their experiences as people with disabilities, and work to make schools and […]

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Designing Schools for Belonging: Jordyn Zimmerman on Inclusion and AAC Tools ~ 1310

Watch the episode on YouTube. Designing Schools for Belonging: Jordyn Zimmerman | RSS.com Show Notes About the Guest(s) Jordyn Zimmerman is a passionate educator, disability advocate, and accessibility innovator. Diagnosed as autistic and denied access to augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) until age 18, Jordyn’s work centers on ensuring every learner has the tools and

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13 Reasons Why You Should Come to the Think Inclusive Birthday Party on Giving Tuesday

Hi friends! Think Inclusive is turning 13, and honestly, I can’t believe it. When I started this podcast, it was just an idea. A way to share stories about inclusion and belonging and connect with people who are passionate about this work. Over the years, it’s grown into a community of educators, advocates, and families

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Disability Justice and Inclusion: Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards Speak Out ~ 1309

Watch the episode on YouTube. Disability Justice and Inclusion: Meghan Ashburn & | RSS.com Show Notes About the Guest(s) Meghan Ashburn is a mother of autistic twins. She’s an educational consultant who is passionate about inclusion and accessibility. Meghan is the creator of Not an Autism Mom and hosts That Au-Some Book Club. Jules Edwards is an

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How Madison Tevlin Redefines Disability in Media and Hollywood ~ 1308

Watch the episode on YouTube. How Madison Tevlin Redefines Disability in Media a | RSS.com Show Notes About the Guest(s) Madison Tevlin is an actor, advocate, and podcaster known for her breakout role in the film Champions and her viral YouTube performances. Madison’s work centers on authentic representation in media, advocating for inclusion that goes

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All Students Belong: Reflections from My Conversation with Will Parker

School should be a place where every learner belongs. Hello inclusionists, If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to be a guest on a podcast, I’ll let you in on a secret: I love it. If you have a podcast (even if it’s just you and your dog listening) don’t hesitate to reach out. I’ll

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General Education Has to Be for Everyone ~ 1307

Watch the episode on YouTube General Education Has to Be for Everyone | RSS.com Show Notes About the Guest(s) Dr. Jen Newton is an Associate Professor of Special Education at Ohio University and founder of Teaching is Intellectual. Jen works to re‑imagine general education as the default setting for all learners and centers belonging, access

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Navigating School Leadership in Chaotic Times: A Conversation with Will Parker ~ 1306

Watch the episode on YouTube. Navigating School Leadership in Chaotic Times: A C | RSS.com Show Notes About the Guest(s) Will Parker is an educator, author, and executive coach. Will helps school leaders build strong cultures, communication, and community through his work at Principal Matters. He’s a former principal and host of the Principal Matters

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How to Talk to People You Disagree With—Insights from Brit Barron ~ 1305

Watch the episode on YouTube. How to Talk to People You Disagree With—Insights f | RSS.com Show Notes About the Guest(s) Brit Barron – Speaker, author, and comedian. Brit’s work explores how we stay connected in a polarized world, focusing on empathy, belonging, and liberation for all people. Brit’s book, Do You Still Talk to

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Radical Listening: How Jack Pearpoint’s Punk Rock Spirit Shaped Inclusive Education ~ 1304

Watch the episode on YouTube. Radical Listening: How Jack Pearpoint’s Punk Rock | RSS.com Show Notes About the Guest(s):  Jack Pearpoint: Canadian publisher, inclusion advocate, and co‑creator of person‑centered planning tools like MAPS, PATH, and Circle of Friends. Jack’s work centers on relationships and building local leadership for change so every learner belongs. Episode Summary: 

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