Podcast Episodes

Watch the episode on YouTube.  Show Notes About the Guest(s):  Toni Barton is a leader in education innovation and the founder of Speligent. She is a recognized authority on transforming schools through inclusive, equity-driven, and tech-enabled learning models, having gained vast experience as a teacher, principal, and district leader. Toni initiated the Inclusive Schools Leadership […]

Watch the episode on YouTube. Show Notes About the Guest(s):  Riley Mulcahy is the founder and Executive Director of The Riley Project, a nonprofit organization focused on storytelling and community building for individuals with learning differences. A graduate of St. Mary’s College of California with a background in English and Creative Writing, Riley is also

Watch the episode on YouTube. Show Notes About the Guest(s):  Alissa Rausch is a dedicated advocate for inclusive education rights, especially for young children with disabilities and various intersectional identities. Based at the University of Denver, she has extensive experience as a provider, program leader, educator, and technical assistance provider, notably developing inclusive programs and

Watch the episode on YouTube. Show Notes About the Guest(s): Brilly Semenova: Brilly is a passionate advocate for individuals with disabilities, having started her advocacy journey during her middle school years. She is based in Maryland but operates nationally, providing resources and support to families and individuals. Her focus covers education, employment, social skills, and

Watch the episode on YouTube. Show Notes About the Guest(s): Nicole Eredics is a seasoned expert specializing in inclusive education, boasting over 25 years of experience in the field. Armed with degrees in elementary and special education, Nicole began her career as an inclusion teacher in British Columbia, Canada. She is the founder of the

Watch the episode on YouTube. Show Notes About the Guest(s): Jeiri Flores is a Puerto Rican disability rights activist based in Rochester, New York. After earning her bachelor’s degree in Sociology and African American Studies from SUNY Brockport in 2014, she pursued a master’s in Human Development at the University of Rochester. As a passionate

Watch the episode on YouTube. Show Notes About the Guest(s): Lisa Aquila is a dedicated advocate for disability rights and Vice Chair of the Board at Disability Equality in Education (DEE). Lisa’s journey into disability advocacy began after a career as a home care attendant was cut short due to her own disability. As an

Watch the episode on YouTube. Show Notes About the Guest(s): Dr. Shelley Moore is a renowned inclusive education researcher, teacher consultant, and storyteller based in British Columbia, Canada. Shelley holds a Special Education undergraduate degree from the University of Alberta, a Master’s from Simon Fraser University, and a PhD from the University of British Columbia.