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All Means ALL Inclusive Education

Join two inclusive education enthusiasts, Carolyn O'Hearn and Sara Pericolosi as they dive deeper into how we (as family members, educators, community members, advocates, individuals) can work together to create inclusive learning environments for all learners.

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    Episode 88: Seeing the Unseen: Building Empathy in Education

    Every student, parent, and educator carries an invisible backpack filled with experiences, challenges, and untold stories.In this episode, we explore the concept of the “invisible backpack,” introduced by David Edward Garcia, and how these unseen burdens shape communication, behavior, and connection in educational spaces.By learning to recognize what isn’t immediately visible, we can build deeper empathy, improve relationships, and create more supportive, responsive learning environments.Whether you're in the classroom or supporting someone who is, this conversation will challenge you to listen more closely and lead with understanding.Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠.Here is the transcript for ⁠Episode 88: Seeing the Unseen: Building Empathy in Education

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    Episode 87: Three Years Later - What We’ve Learned and What’s Next

    Join us as we reflect on three years of All Means ALL, where we started, how our vision has evolved, and what continues to ground us in inclusive education. We share what it’s looked like to revisit and refine our mission over time, and how radical collaboration has shaped our work in meaningful ways.We also get practical, highlighting simple tools like visual planning frameworks to help prioritize big ideas, and we keep it real about balancing work, family, and passion projects.At the heart of it all is community. The network we’ve built over the past three years has been a source of energy, learning, and support, reminding us again and again that this work is better, and stronger when we do it together.We wrap up with a look ahead, including website updates, expanded resource sharing, and an upcoming book study on coaching in schools.Whether you’ve been here from the start or are just joining us, we’re glad you’re here.Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠.Here is the transcript for ⁠Episode 87: Three Years Later - What We’ve Learned and What’s Next⁠.

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    Episode 86: We Can ... and We Will.

    You've heard it time and time again: you can only control the controllables. But when you're in the thick of the work and things feel heavy, it can be hard to pull yourself out and see the end goal. Sometimes showing up is half the work - but then imposter syndrome kicks in! We've got an affirmation for you and your team to use to keep going when it gets rough. Say it with us: We can and we will; we've done this and we'll do it again. Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠.Here is the transcript for Episode 86: We Can and We Will.

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    Episode 85: ATIA 2026 - Day 1

    We're together in Orlando at ATIA 2026! In this recap episode, we reflect on coming full circle, returning to the conference where All Means ALL first began four years ago. Listen in as we share what makes ATIA such a powerful space for learning and connection.We talk about the magic of hallway conversations, networking across states, and why conferences aren’t just about sessions, but about people. Carolyn shares key takeaways from a session on AAC and belonging, sparking a deeper conversation about the difference between access and true inclusion. Together, we unpack why access is just the starting line, how belonging must be intentionally designed, and what the “next step” looks like for educators, SLPs, families, and systems supporting AAC users.Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and now ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!Here is the transcript for ⁠Episode 85: ATIA 2026 - Day 1

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    Busting Myths & Spreading Literacy Love with Maureen Donnelly (Part 2)

    Join us as we wrap up our myth busting conversation with Maureen Donnelly, Director of Curriculum at Building Wings, Inc. If you haven't (yet) listened to Episode 83, we'd encourage you to do so before listening in. We are grateful for Marueen's willingness to share her knowledge, wisdom, and passion about comprehensive literacy for ALL with us!Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and now ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!Here is the transcript for ⁠Episode 84: Busting Myths & Spreading Literacy Love with Maureen Donnelly (Part 2)

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    Busting Myths & Spreading Literacy Love with Maureen Donnelly (Part 1)

    Grab your favorite beverage and settle in because this episode is a good one! We’re joined by Maureen Donnelly, Director of Curriculum at Building Wings, Inc., for an eye-opening (and myth-busting) conversation about teaching students with complex needs how to read, write, and communicate. Together, we tackle some of the most common misconceptions educators run into and gently (okay, sometimes not so gently) set the record straight.Maureen also shares one of her favorite resources, and one of ours, Comprehensive Literacy for All by Karen Erickson and David Koppenhaver. Whether you’re brand new to their work or have been following the research for years, this episode is packed with practical insights, affirmations, and plenty of “Yes, that!” moments.Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on⁠ Facebook, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and now ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!Here is the transcript for Episode 83: Busting Myths & Spreading Literacy Love with Maureen Donnelly (Part 1)

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    Episode 83: A Little Bit of History; A Lotta Bit of Hope (with special guest Kelly Fonner)

    During this episode, Carolyn and Sara connect with THE Kelly Fonner - notable AT maker, presenter, mentor... knower and doer of ALL the things. They chat about Kelly's introduction into the world of education, how learning about AT is best by doing, and the power of networking at conferences. Kelly speaks about QIAT (Quality Indicators for Assistive Technology) - check them out and start the conversation with your team about your current reality (i.e., where are you now) and potential next steps (i.e., where can you go). Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on⁠ Facebook, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and now ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!

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    Episode 82: Belief, Success, and Opportunity - Part 2 with Don Johnston

    In this continuation of our conversation with Don Johnston, founder of Building Wings, we dive even deeper into what it means to believe in every learner’s potential. Don shares how one teacher’s high expectations changed the course of his life and how that belief continues to shape his mission today: creating tools that help every student experience success through reading, writing, and learning.Don reminds us that it’s never too late to learn and that belief is the first step toward meaningful opportunity for every student.Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and now ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!Here is the transcript for Episode 82: Belief, Success, and Opportunity - Part 2 with Don Johnston

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    Episode 81: Building Wings with Don Johnston (Part 1)

    In this first of a two-part conversation, we sit down with Don Johnston, founder of Don Johnston Inc. and now the creative force behind Building Wings. Don shares his journey from developing assistive technology to creating literacy-focused tools that honor the learning potential of every student.From his early collaborations to his ongoing work Don’s story reminds us what’s possible when we believe all students can learn to read, write, and communicate. Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and now ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!Here is the transcript for Episode 81: Building Wings with Don Johnston (Part 1)

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    Episode 80: Closing the Gap - Day 2

    Join us for our recap of Day two of the Closing the Gap conference where we share our main takeaways including more about Comprehensive Literacy for All and the CITES Framework. We are wrapping up our time inspired to continue this work.- - - - - - - -Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and now ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!

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    Episode 79: Closing the Gap - Day 1

    Carolyn and Sara are back in person at the 43rd Annual Closing the Gap conference in Minneapolis, Minnesota! Tune in to hear about their first pre-conference session about coaching and the amazing sessions from Day 1. - - - - - - - -Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and now ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!

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    Episode 78: Embracing the Heavy

    This school year has started with weight. From staff shortages to rising student complexities, many of us are navigating classrooms that feel heavier than usual. In this honest conversation, Sara and Carolyn sit down to talk about what it means to show up in those hard seasons.They share their own recent challenges as administrators, celebrate small wins, and reflect on the importance of humility, connection, and hope. If you're feeling stretched thin, you're not alone. This episode offers solidarity and a reminder that even in the heavy, there’s movement forward.- - - - - -Here's the Transcript for ⁠Episode 78: Embracing the HeavyThanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and now⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!

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    Episode 77: Coaching for Success: Empowering Teams

    If you've focused on building capacity or shifting practices chances are you've heard something like, “We tried it and it didn’t work.” But what if our coaching conversations focused more on building trust?In this episode, we’re giving you a sneak peek into our Closing The Gap pre-conference session, Coaching for AAC Success: Empowering Teams. You’ll get a feel for the hands-on activities, hear how we apply adult learning truths and the GROWTH model, and find out why this isn’t just a session, it’s a full-on AAC coaching challenge.If you’ve ever wanted to help shift mindsets and implementation practices, this one’s for you! If you can't join us at Closing the Gap and want to learn more -- reach out to start the conversation!- - - - - -Here's the Transcript for Episode 77: Coaching for AAC Success: Empowering TeamsThanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and now ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!

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    Episode 76: New Season, New School Year! (Season 4!)

    We're kicking off Season 4 with a bang! In this episode, Carolyn and Sara reflect on their journey to this point, working together as a team, and dreams coming true (new jobs, pre-conference workshops, all the fun!). Join us at Closing the Gap in Minneapolis, MN between October 21-24! Register for a pre-con and save on your registration/pre-con bundle!- - - - - - Here's the Transcript for Episode 76: New Season, New School Year! Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and now ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!

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    Episode 75: MAASE - Day 2

    In this episode, Carolyn and Sara recap highlights from Day 2 of the Michigan Association of Administrators of Special Education (MAASE) Summer Institute. Connection is key, as is making sure the right voices are at the table... Also, when you golf, watch out for those geese (listen in to hear more). Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and now ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!Here is the transcript for Episode 75: MAASE - Day 2.

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    Episode 74: MAASE 2025 - Day 1

    Carolyn & Sara share insights from the Michigan Association of Administrators of Special Education (MAASE) Conference! Listen in as they discuss the importance of intentional leadership, building school culture, recognizing staff contributions, and fostering meaningful connections. Highlights include reflections on a keynote by Joe Sanfilippo, emphasizing that every interaction matters, and strategies for supporting staff and students.Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and now ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!Here is the transcript for https://docs.google.com/document/d/1r453JODEn64lyHyeARNmgsPwqnTqbcHOpP1Lq8YAKMA/edit?usp=sharing

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    Episode 73: Change is Hard, Y'all.

    In this episode, Carolyn gets vulnerable about when change doesn't happen as quickly or as seemlessly as you want. She reminds you to use data to drive decisions, value multiple perspectives, and be ready for the push back - and take advantage of the little yeses that may open the door for something bigger!Good luck this school year and keep doing all the great things! We are proud of YOU.Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and now ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!Here is the transcript for ⁠⁠⁠⁠Episode 73: Change is Hard, Y'all.

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    Episode 72: Designing Professional Learning that Lasts

    In this episode, Sara and Carolyn dive into one of their favorite topics: designing professional learning that goes beyond the “sit and get.” They unpack what it takes to create intentional, engaging, and responsive learning experiences for educators - ones that not only spark mindset shifts but also support long-term changes in practice. Drawing from their years of experience and favorite conference takeaways, they share strategies for creating safe spaces, inviting vulnerability, and embedding implementation supports that make professional learning meaningful. Whether you’re facilitating professional learning for a district or presenting at a conference, this conversation will leave you reflecting on how to design with purpose, engage your audience, and keep the focus on real outcomes for students.Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and now ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!Here is the transcript for ⁠⁠⁠Episode 72: Designing Professional Learning that Lasts

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    Episode 71: Reflect and Plan

    At the end of a chaotic school year, it's easy to focus on your end-of-year to-do list and all of the things that haven't gone right in the last few weeks. We're challenging you to think bigger and recognize all of the good you and your team were able to do with your learners this year!Using these reflective questions, consider all of the work you've accomplished this year as an individual and as a team. Use your responses to plan for what's next! Most of all: enjoy your summer break. Rest and reset for another impactful school year!Here is a transcript of Episode 71: Reflect and Plan

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    Episode 70: Let's Talk About LRE

    In this episode, Carolyn and Sara unpack Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) and reflect on how placement decisions affect students' long-term opportunities. They discuss the importance of shared understanding, the risks of staff-driven decisions, and how to keep students at the center.Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and now ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!Here is the transcript for ⁠⁠⁠Episode 70: Rethinking LRE: Putting the Student at the Center

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    Episode 69: Igniting Change

    Earlier this week, Carolyn attended the 24th Annual START Conference here in Michigan. This episode recaps the energizing day of learning by reflecting on Caroline Gaddy's and Ashley Larisey's keynotes, then describes one of Carolyn's breakout sessions where participants designed stickers! Listen in to hear why the session went so well (and no, it's not because Carolyn hit all her marks and gracefully shared content). Sometimes, we all need to release the stress to be able to dream. Mentioned in this episode:START (Michigan's STatewide Autism Resources & Training)Caroline GaddyAshley LariseyHere is the transcript for Episode 69: Igniting Change.

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    Episode 68: Not Just Surviving - Reclaiming Joy in the Busy

    Feeling stuck in the chaos of the day-to-day? You’re not alone - this episode is your reminder to pause, reset, and breathe. Carolyn and Sara dig into the unspoken weight of "just getting through" and challenge the idea that business equals success. They reflect on modeling balance for our teams, our families, and ourselves. From reframing breaks as resets to scheduling self-care like any other meeting, this is a heartfelt call to step outside, unfollow the chaos, and truly live. Because life isn’t just about surviving - it’s for living.Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and now ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!Here is the transcript for ⁠⁠Episode 67: Bravery and Fear

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    Episode 67: Bravery and Fear

    "When we default to comfort out of fear of the unknown, we often ignore the paths that may change our life." - Todd Henry.We've said time and time again that this work is HARD - and it often involves bravery to take the leap. Scared? Do it anyway. The weird thing about bravery is that if you're doing it right, it feels like fear! Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and now ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!Here is the transcript for ⁠Episode 67: Bravery and Fear

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    Episode 66: Navigating the Messy Middle - Finding Growth in the Struggles

    In this episode Carolyn and Sara dive into the challenges of the "messy middle"—that awkward, uncertain phase where self-doubt creeps in and progress feels slow. They discuss the importance of showing up, celebrating small wins, and surrounding yourself with supportive people to push through tough moments in both personal and professional growth.Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and now ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!Here is the transcript for ⁠Episode 66: Navigating the Messy Middle - Finding Growth in the Struggles

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    Episode 65: Giving What You Have When You Have It

    While we all wish to be superheroes with a track record of 100% good days, we' re human. During this episode, Carolyn and Sara discuss the importance of showing up, giving what you have, and simply trying. By extending this grace to ourselves and others, we accept what it means to be human: perfect imperfections. Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and now ⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠!Here is the transcript for Episode 65: Giving What You Have When You Have It

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    Episode 64: Small Steps to Big Joy with Kim Strobel (Part 2)

    In part two of our conversation with Kim Strobel, happiness coach and author of Teach Happy: Small Steps to Big Joy, we dive into practical strategies to find flow and boost well-being. Kim shares simple, science-backed tips to help you reframe your mindset, build gratitude, and cultivate lasting happiness in everyday life. Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and now ⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠! Here is the transcript for ⁠⁠⁠Episode 64: Small Steps to Big Joy with Kim Strobel (Part 2)

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    Episode 63: Small Steps to Big Joy with Kim Strobel (Part 1)

    In this episode, we’re joined by Kim Strobel, a former educator turned happiness coach and author of Teach Happy: Small Steps to Big Joy. Kim shares practical insights from the latest happiness research and explains simple, actionable steps we can all take to find authentic happiness. Tune in for a refreshing, no-nonsense conversation on how to live with more happiness. Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and now ⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠! Here is the transcript for ⁠⁠Episode 63: Small Steps to Big Joy with Kim Strobel (Part 1)

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    Episode 62: ATIA 2025 - Day 3

    As we wrap up ATIA 2025, we’re filled with gratitude for our amazing community. In this episode, we’re joined by the one and only Mike Marotta, who shares his key takeaways from the conference. Wherever you are, remember you’re a valued part of this community. Feel free to reach out anytime to connect! Resources Shared in this Episode: bit.ly/appsmack25 Mike's contact info: BlueSky (@mmatp.bsky.social), X (@mmatp), e-mail ([email protected]) Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠ and now ⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠! Here is the transcript for ⁠⁠Episode 62: ATIA 2025 - Day 3.

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    Episode 61: ATIA 2025 - Day 2

    Whew! What a fun and (good) exhausting 2 days of learning! Listen in to hear about Day 2 of ATIA 2025 - lots of great ideas and resources that we're bringing straight to you! Resources Shared in this Episode: National Center on Accessible Digital Educational Materials & Instruction (NCADEMI) IEP Team's Guide to Accessible Educational Materials in Oregon Estendio - Tailo  UDL 3.0 Guidelines (CAST) The 2025 Prentke AAC Distinguished Lecture Award Winner: Shannon Voss  Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and now ⁠Bluesky⁠! Here is the transcript for ⁠Episode 61: ATIA 2025 - Day 2.

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    Episode 60: ATIA 2025 - Day 1

    We're back together in person! Woo! This episode recaps Day 1 of the 2025 Assistive Technology Industry Association (ATIA). Hear about our session(!), accessibility features in Amazon's Kindle and Prime Video, and writing tools - that leads to us remembering that what might be convenient for one could be necessary (i.e., assistive technology) for another! Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and now ⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠! Here is the transcript for Episode 60: ATIA 2025 - Day 1

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    Episode 59: Rethinking Education Through Connection and Creativity

    Get ready for a creative, insightful dive into rethinking education! In this episode, Carolyn is joined by Carolyn Parker (yes, two Carolyns!) as explore how simple objects, like tote bags, buttons, and moon phases can symbolize the power of connection, potential, and change in education. Tune in for fun reflections, creative sparks, and a fresh look at how we can collaborate to transform how we support students, educators, and each other. Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and now ⁠Bluesky⁠! Here is the transcript for ⁠Episode 59: Rethinking Education Through Connection and Creativity

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    Episode 58: Making Mistakes to Enhance Learning

    We won't learn if we don't try and none of us are where we are without having made a mistake or two (...or twenty). In this episode, Carolyn and Sara discuss the importance of jumping in and expecting to make mistakes, as that's where the learning happens. Listen for ideas of how to reflect and apply that new learning so our learners, our community, and ourselves can benefit from not waiting for the "perfect" idea. Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and now Bluesky! Here is the transcript for Episode 58: Making Mistakes to Enhance Learning

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    Episode 57: Inclusive Conversations Through STEM

    In this episode, nine-year-old Kate shares how her STEM class inspired thoughtful conversations about inclusivity. Inspired by her teacher's challenge, Kate and her classmates used Legos to design a universal playground that's accessible to all. From ramps to wider doorways, Kate explains how STEM can spark important discussions about accessibility and community. Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Here is the transcript for Episode 57: Inclusive Conversations Through STEM

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    Episode 56: GROWTH Coaching

    In this episode, we're diving into one of our biggest passions—coaching! Whether you're a parent, educator, or community member, we all find ourselves supporting other adults from time to time. Inspired by the book The Leader’s Guide to Coaching in Schools, we discuss the power of GROWTH coaching and how it can help you support others through meaningful conversations. Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Here is the transcript for⁠ ⁠Episode 56: GROWTH Coaching

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    Episode 55: Set your Sites on CITES (Part 2 of 2)

    In this episode, Carolyn and Sara are joined once again by Christine Fox and Mia Laudato of the Center on Inclusion Technology and Education Systems (CITES). This episode is all about action. How can you get started if you’re an individual who is ready to jump in? What about if you are part of a team ready to make lasting change for your learners? Listen in to learn about Christine and Mia’s favorite resources and what they recommend as first steps, regardless of where you are on your journey.  The following resources are discussed during Episode 55:  The What and Why of Inclusive Technology (and other videos) CITES Framework Overview and Essential Questions CITES Self-Assessments Join the CITES Community of Practice!  Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Here is the transcript for ⁠Episode 55: Set Your Sites on CITES! (Part 2 of 2)

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    Episode 54: Set Your Sites on CITES! (Part 1 of 2)

    Creating changes at the individual or smaller team levels can be challenging; imagine scaling that change to the state and district levels! In this episode, Carolyn and Sara are joined by Christine Fox and Mia Laudato of the Center on Inclusion Technology and Education Systems (CITES). Christine is the VP Operations and Co-Project Director of CITES, while Mia is also a Co-Project Director and Senior Technical Assistance Specialist with CITES. Listen in to hear about what they are learning as they partner with teams across the United States who are striving to be better and do better for their learners. If you are not familiar with CITES (yet!), pop on over and ⁠explore the CITES website⁠. In this episode, we also discuss the ⁠Myths and Facts Surrounding Assistive Technology Devices and Services document⁠ as well as ⁠the accessible graphics and game created by the CITES team⁠.  Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Here is the transcript for Episode 54: Set Your Sites on CITES! (Part 1 of 2)

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    Episode 53: Teaming When It's Tough

    Getting along with everyone on a team is a desired state, but let’s face it - we don’t always agree, we bring different ideas to the table, and we can feel pretty strongly about our thoughts. In this episode, Sara and Carolyn ask the tough question: how do we co-exist with others when we don’t share the same ideas? They talk about the importance of being unattached to the outcome (wise words from Elena Aguilar), candor with humility, and modeling vulnerability to the teams you work with.  Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Here is the transcript for Episode 53: Teaming When It’s Tough

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    Episode 52: The Marigold Effect

    In this episode, inspired by Jennifer Gonzalez's article "Find Your Marigold: The One Essential Rule for New Teachers," Sara and Carolyn dive into the transformative power of the marigold effect. Discover how positive influences—much like nurturing marigold flowers—can cultivate growth and resilience. Learn how you can become a marigold in your community, inspiring others to thrive! Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠. Here is the transcript for ⁠⁠⁠⁠Episode 52: The Marigold Effect

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    Episode 51: The Rule of Thirds

    Welcome back to the start of another school year and our third season!! We recently learned about the "rule of thirds" and couldn't wait to share it with others. If you've been chasing a dream or a goal for a while or are just starting out, listen in! Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠. Here is the transcript for ⁠⁠⁠⁠Episode 51: The Rule of Thirds

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    Episode 50: When You Don’t Know What To Do, Be Creative!

    In our 50th(!!!!) episode, Carolyn and Sara talk about how creativity stems from when you're stuck and don't know what to do next. Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠. Here is the transcript for ⁠⁠⁠Episode 50: When You Don't Know What To Do, Be Creative!

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    Episode 49: Thought Partners

    Our world can sometimes feel isolating, but it doesn't have to be. Thought partners can be an excellent way to grow as an educator, a family member, or even simply as a person. By finding the person that challenges your thinking while getting you to think deeper, you can become re-energized when life gets you down and validated when things are confusing. This episode was inspired by Edutopia's article: The Power of Finding Thought Partners (May 2024). - - - Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.  Follow us on Facebook and Twitter. Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠. Here is the transcript for ⁠⁠⁠Episode 49: Thought Partners.

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    Episode 48 - Self Advocacy and New Learning

    Mitchell and Matt are back for another episode as they share their experience with developing self advocacy skills through planning Self Directed IEPs. Listen in to learn more about how these skills have helped them as they transitioned into post secondary life. You can learn more about Mitchell and Matt on their website. To connect with Mitchell and Matt, you can follow them on ⁠Facebook⁠ or email them at [email protected] Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.  Follow us on Facebook and Twitter. Follow us on ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠. Here is the transcript for ⁠⁠Episode 48 - Self Advocacy and New Learning

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    Episode 47 - Mitchell and Matt - Reflecting On the Journey

    In this episode we are joined by twin brothers, Mitchell and Matt from Speaking About Autism as they share the impact that their family, educators, friends, and employers have had on their lives. As they would say, "It's all about the people." To connect with Mitchell and Matt, you can follow them on Facebook or email them at [email protected] Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.  Follow us on Facebook and Twitter. Follow us on ⁠Facebook⁠, ⁠Instagram⁠, and ⁠Twitter⁠. Here is the transcript for ⁠Episode 47 - Mitchell and Matt: Reflecting on the Journey

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    Episode 46: Stick With It - and Welcome Those Along the Way

    Not everyone is ready to start a project or shift their thinking at the same time you are. It's important to find a delicate balance between supporting those who jump in right away while also encouraging and sharing information to those who are hesitant or don't have the bandwidth to commit from the start. Listen in to hear a fun success story about sticking with it for the long haul. Here is the transcript for Episode 46: Stick with it - And Welcome Those Along the Way Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

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    Episode 45: Celebrating Differences: The Evolution of Autism Acceptance

    In celebration of Autism Acceptance Month, Carolyn and Sara discuss the shift from Autism Awareness to Autism Acceptance. They highlight the importance of understanding, accepting, and celebrating the strengths of individuals with autism. They emphasize the need for inclusivity, embracing neurodiversity, and creating environments where everyone feels valued and included. Here is the transcript for ⁠⁠Episode 45: Celebrating Differences: The Evolution of Autism Acceptance⁠. Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

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    Episode 44: Are Assumptions Limiting Their Potential?

    In the wake of the viral World Down Syndrome day ad, "Assume I Can," Carolyn and Sara discuss how assumptions can be limiting and imposed upon individuals with disabilities more often than those without disabilities. What biases or assumptions are holding back your learners or family members? What conversations could be held around expanding opportunities and building self-advocacy? If you have not watched the ad yet, please check it out (and share it with others!): Assume I Can (1:30 min) Here is the transcript for ⁠⁠Episode 44: Are Assumptions Limiting Their Potential? Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

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    Episode 43: The Importance of Team

    Teams are crucial in building inclusive schools and communities. They're often the catalyst for progress, growth, and change. In this episode, Sara and Carolyn talk about the importance of teams and how we may not always consider the extent of that team. Here is the transcript for ⁠Episode 43: The Importance of Team. Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

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    Episode 42: Choose Your Hard

    Building inclusive spaces can be filled with challenges and barriers, yet we need to continue to dream, act, and move the work forward. This work is difficult, yet so incredibly important. Listen to Sara and Carolyn share their thoughts and ideas for how, despite the challenges, we can (and need to) make an impact. Here is the transcript for Episode 42: Choose Your Hard Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

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    Episode 41: ATIA Day 3 Recap

    Sara and Carolyn share a quick recap of a-ha moments from Day 3 (the final day) of ATIA. The sessions they attended today largely centered around collaboration, parent perspectives, and being intentional about our choices today so that life can be accessed more efficiently tomorrow. Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Here is the transcript for Episode 41: ATIA Day Recap

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    Episode 40: ATIA Day 2

    Sara and Carolyn share a quick recap of a-ha moments from Day 2 at ATIA. So many great nuggets of information around comprehensive literacy, self-advocacy, partnering with families, and shifting mindsets (and practices) around assistive technology. Thanks for listening and, if you haven't already, please give us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Here is the transcript for ⁠Episode 40: ATIA Day 2

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