Podcast Episodes

Watch the episode on YouTube. The Power of Storytelling in Disability Rights wit | RSS.com 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 […]

Watch the episode on YouTube. The Power of Storytelling in Disability Rights wit | RSS.com 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

Watch the episode on YouTube. Navigating Change in Education: A Conversation wit | RSS.com 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,

Watch the episode on YouTube. Rebuilding Education: Navigating Policy Changes an | RSS.com Show Notes About the Guest(s): Episode Summary: Join Tim Villegas and an esteemed panel of experts as they dive into the complexities of rebuilding education in light of recent policy changes affecting schools. This episode is brimming with insightful discussion on the

Watch the episode on YouTube. Creating Neurodiversity Affirming Schools with Emi | RSS.com Show Notes About the Guest(s): Amanda Morin: A renowned neurodivergent neurodiversity activist, Amanda Morin is an award-winning author, specialist in early childhood and behavioral studies, a certified teacher, and a nationally acclaimed speaker. She has dedicated her career to creating accessible, inclusive

Watch the episode on YouTube. Emmy-Winning Documentary Everybody Dance Celebrate | RSS.com Show Notes About the Guest(s): Dan Watt is a distinguished producer and director, recognized for his work on the 2024 Emmy Award-winning documentary “Everybody Dance.” With a rich background in film, Dan has worked on notable projects with Columbia Pictures, including “House Bunny”

Watch the episode on YouTube. Peer Tutoring: A Key to Inclusive Education Succes | RSS.com Show Notes About the Guest(s): Dr. Rebecca Brooks serves as an Associate Professor of Education for the School of Education and Program Director for the Aspiring Scholars Program (an inclusive post-secondary education program for students with intellectual disabilities) at California

Watch the episode on YouTube. Reimagining Special Education: A Conversation on I | RSS.com Show Notes Summary In this conversation, Tim Villegas and Jenna Rufo discuss the current state of special education, focusing on the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the need for reform. They explore the importance of inclusion practices, the challenges