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NADR - Let's Get Into It
by NADR_Let's Get Into It
The podcast that dives into the past, present, AND future of NADR. This is where we will hear stories of how the organization came to be; tips for better representation; and a behind the scenes look of NADR - with your hosts Eva Sirman and J. Shay Guess.
Episodes
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Episode 61: The Heart Of The Matter with J Shay Guess
Today, we visit with cohost J Shay Guess. Recently, Shay suffered a cardiac event that required surgery. Join Shay and Eva as we explore what it's like on the other side the medical records.
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Episode 60 Inside NADR Networking: The Speakers, The Sessions & Why You Should Be in San Diego
This episode we visit with 2026 Networking Session Speakers: John Metsker and Leanne Hernandez will be joining us in San Diego for our Networking Weekend October 8-11. Today, they will share some of what those sessions will be about and give you some insider information about what to expect.
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Episode 59: Deb Doxey - How Time's Have Changed
Today, we re-visit with Deb Doxey, who no stranger to the NADR family. The last time we caught up with Deb in 2022 AI was an idea, apps were being introduced to help with event structure, and her work was moving through a pivotal change with all the new technology. Deb shares with us how time's...
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Episode 58: Nikhil Pai and Chronicle
We sit down with Nikhil Pai with Chronicle to discuss the technical side of disability representation.
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Episode 57: The Waiting Game - Life After the Fee Withholding Exam with Melissa Dickerson
Today, we visit and introduce Melissa Dickerson. Melissa recently sat for the Fee Withholding EDPNA exam. Melissa also took advantage of NADR's test prep course. We will discuss the preparation and the waiting and will hit other topics like the importance of staying in compliance with E&O...
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Episode 56: Kelly Blad - NADR President's Update
Today, we visit with Kelly Blad, NADR President, for an update on the organization's North Star agenda. Kelly will discuss Legislative, SSA, Marketing, and Networking updates.
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Episode 55: Plano TX Conference Wrap Up
Wrapping up the 2026 NADR Conference with some key takeaways and SSA updates; Eva, Deb and Shay discuss the success of this year's conference in Plano, Tx. We are looking ahead to Networking Weekend in October but discussing what SSA and April have in common.
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Episode 54: Inaugural Class of NADR Ambassadors
This month we will meet NADR's Inaugural class of Ambassadors. We will get to know them and learn more about this brand new program that will help you navigate the upcoming conference in Plano Texas. Our Sponsors this month is Disability Health Advocates
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Episode 53: Meredeth Marcus 2026 Conference Speaker Spotlight
Today we have a conversation with Meredith Marcus. Meredith, an Attorney with NADR Sponsor, OBD - is one of our speakers this year in Plano, TX discussing 24-3p.
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Episode 52: BTS Look - NADR Board Meeting
This month we go BTS and discuss Board Meetings with NADR. Eva and Shay dive into a conversation around how our organizational meetings are conducted. This episode is sponsored by Chermol and Fishman.
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Episode 51: 2025 Year In Review
We sit down with Ryan Hill to discuss 2025 Year In Review. Our sponsor's this month is Disability Health Advocates.
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Episode 50: Ticket To Work with Patty, Tina and Stella
This month we sit down with Patty Sexton, Tina Slocum, and Stella Helterbrand Erikson and discuss SSA's Ticket To Work Program. This conversation will update you on the complex but necessary program that seldom get's mentioned. However, this upcoming Spring Conference we will take a closer look…
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Episode 49: On The Hill with Ryan Hill - October 2025
Ryan Hill joins us again for our October episode to discuss SSA and the 2025 Government Shutdown. She offers a first hand perspective from D.C.
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Episode 48: There's A New Sheriff in Town - NADR President Kelly Blad
Today, we sit down with Kelly Blad - NADR's incoming President. Join us as we discuss how she got into representing disability claimants and her involvement with NADR leadership. Stay tuned at the end for a lightning round of "Get to Know - Kelly!" This episode is brought to you by OBD Law! Work...
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Episode 47: Jane Johnson
In this uplifting episode, we sit down with Jane Johnson, a dedicated sole practitioner in disability advocacy who leads with heart and purpose. Jane shares how operating from a “mindset of plenty” has shaped her practice—not just as a legal strategy, but as a philosophy of abundance, compassion,...
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Episode 46: Dr. Carletta Griffin
🎙️ In this episode of Let's Get In To It, we sit down with someone whose voice you already know—our friend and the powerful presence behind every episode’s introduction, Dr. Carletta Griffin. More than just a voice, Carletta is a remarkable educator, leader, and unwavering advocate for her…
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Episode 45: Ryan Hill - News From The Hill
Today, we visit with our Public Policy Advisor, Ryan Hill. She joins us to discuss all the latest news from Capitol Hill, NADR's meeting with newly appointed Commissioner of Social Security and other interesting topics.
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Episode 44: Jim Shaw
Celebrating 25 years of NADR we continue our recognition of those who helped usher in fee withholding. This month we sit down with Past President, Jim Shaw. Jim was the 3rd President for NADR. You'll want to grab a notebook and jot down some of his lessons in business that was handed down to him…
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Episode 43: 25th Anniversary Conference Wrap UP
Join Eva and Shay as they dive into the highlights of the 25th Anniversary of NADR, held at the stunning Grand Hyatt Tamaya in New Mexico. This special episode recaps the memorable moments from the conference, featuring excerpts from the President's dinner and awards ceremony. Celebrate the…
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Episode 42: NADR Legislative Update
Join Eva and Shay in this engaging episode as they welcome Ryan Hill for the latest legislative updates. They’re also joined by Michael Wener and Board President, Chris Mazzulli and Vice President, Kelly Blad to unpack the significant changes with SSA and explore the vital role we play in...
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Episode 41: 2025 Conference Spotlight - Unskilled Sedentary = Win?
Get ready for an engaging episode of "Let's Get Into It"! Join us as we sit down with Karl Osterhout and Stephen Sloan from the OBD Law Firm. These esteemed speakers at the 2025 NADR Albuquerque NM Conference are here to shed light on the ever-evolving landscape of unskilled sedentary jobs. Tune…
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Episode 40: Ryan Hill
Today we visit with Ryan Hill - NADR Lobbyist on Capitol Hill.
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Episode 39: Dr. Michelle Aliff - A VE's Perspective of SSR 24-3p
In this episode of "Let's Get Into It," hosts Eva Sirman and J Shay Guess welcome Dr. Michelle Aliff, a contracted Vocational Expert for Social Security hearings and Government liaison for IARP. Join us as we delve into the new SSR 24-3p ruling and its implications. Dr. Aliff shares her expert...
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Episode 38 Sarah Bohr
Sarah Bohr is an appellate attorney who has specialized in Social Security law for over 30 years. She has often shared her expertise with NADR members at the annual conferences.
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Episode 37: Nashville Networking Weekend Recap and Beyond
What a great time we had in Nashville for the 2024 Networking Weekend. In this episode, we recap our amazing time with fellow NADR members and look ahead to our 25th Anniversary in Albuquerque, NM.
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Episode 36: Meet J. Whitaker
In this episode of “Let’s Get Into It!”, we sit down with J. Whitaker, a native of Middle Tennessee and the incoming Treasurer for NADR’s Board of Directors. Join us as Jay shares his inspiring journey to becoming a disability representative and offers insights into his new role. Don’t miss this...
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Episode 35: Remembering Bob McDowell - GO NADR!
Join Eva, Phil and Steve along with Shay on a trip down memory lane to honor our friend, Bob McDowell. Go NADR!
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Episode 34: Dale Masur
In our July episode, we visit with Dale Masur. Dale's story takes us back to her days with SSA to today where she represents claimants and is a mentor for NADR. Dale shares her love of writing and gives some nuggets for writing briefs from her days at OHO.
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Episode 33: PART 2 Unraveling Conn: A Conversation with Sarah Carver and Jennifer Griffith
Today's conclusion of the extraordinary story of Sarah Carver and Jennifer Griffith, whistleblowers in a $550 million Social Security fraud.
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Episode 32: PART 1 Unraveling Conn: A Conversation with Sarah Carver and Jennifer Griffith
In PART 1 of this gripping episode, we delve into the intricate web of the Eric Conn scandal, as seen through the eyes of whistleblowers Sarah Carver and Jennifer Griffith. Both Carver and Griffith played pivotal roles in exposing the largest Social Security fraud in history.
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Episode 31: The Peach State Symposium Debrief with Shay and Eva
Today we look into the 2024 Atlanta Conference. We also look at what it actually takes to plan and execute our conferences from conception, planning, and organizing.
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Episode 30: Ambrosia Crump - Setting Boundaries
We're thrilled to welcome Ambrosia Crump as our special guest today on the podcast! Get ready for an informative discussion about "setting professional boundaries with clients!" *Trivia On this day in history - what major event occurred?
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Episode 29: Ethics Preview: Interview with Jim Brown
Jim Brown will be our ethics speaker in Atlanta for the 2024 Conference. His historic 50 years as an advocate for advocates will mesmerize and entertain you from beginning to end. This will be one of those episodes you will want to find a private-quiet place and have a notebook at the ready for…
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Episode 28: The 2023 Recap with Eva and Shay
What a year it's been. 2023 allowed us to see our podcast, "Let's Get Into It," GROW! In this episode we take a look back and get into what is in store for us going forward.
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Episode 27: Fredderick Effinger - A 60 Minutes Debrief
Freddie Effinger is a Disability Attorney and Professor at the University of Alabama who teaches Social Security Law. We will be discussing a recent episode of 60 Minutes that highlights overpayments, a topic he will be sharing with us in Atlanta. He is passionate about his work. Freddie has been...
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Episode 26 NOLA Follow up with Ginny Victory
If you made it to NOLA for the networking weekend you know we had a blast! The food, the sights, and getting to network with our fellow NADR members. If you were able to experience Ginny Victory's session on the 7 Intelligences, then you already know this episode is great! Also, be on the lookout...
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Episode 25: Bucky Dodd a Preview to AI
Today we sit down with Bucky Dodd. Bucky will join us in Atlanta and take us into the topic of AI, Artificial Intelligence. However, in today's episode we get a preview of how to approach AI in our practice and other tips to help educate us in this new technology. We want to invite you to listen...
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Episode 24: Chris Marois - Text Messaging The Commissioner of SSA
Today we sit down with past President, Chris Marois. Chris gives us a history of NADR in the early days and his take on how important it is to preserve the spirit of the organizations that makes us family. He also shares some lighthearted moments and especially one that involves a text message…
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Episode 23: Looking Back with Michael Wener
Join us for a candid interview with Michael Wener, NADR's President, as he reflects on nearly a decade of board service. Discover the essence of leadership through gratitude, challenges, and triumphs. Don't miss this insightful episode with Michael as he prepares his new role as, "Immediate Past...
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Episode 22: Maribel Gutierrez - The Rookie Medal
It is always a pleasure to visit with new members. They remind us of the excitement and nervousness we all have faced as we embark on this journey. Maribel is no exception and you will certainly hear her passion for the work she does to help others. Her story is extraordinary from how she started...
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Episode 21: Chris Mazzulli
Chris Mazzulli has a personality that encourages and inspires members to be better members. Throughout his involvement with the NADR board, he has become an example of quality leadership. Today, we sit down with Chris to talk about his early days as a rep and his involvement with NADR from…
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Episode 20: Celebrating 50 Years with Phil Litteral
We are celebrating our friend, Phil Litteral on today's episode. Phil and SSI celebrate 50 years together this year. Today, we take a trip down memory lane at the beginning of the SSI program as well as Phil's journey. We encourage you to find a place, relax, maybe with cup of hot tea or coffee…
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Episode 19: Perseverance - Mentor and Mentee Sherrell and Madeline
Our episode this month showcases the success of NADR's Mentor / Mentee program with our guests, Sherrell Rogers (Mentor) and Madeline McIntosh (Mentee). The discussion highlights the ups and downs of disability practice and how the Mentor / Mentee program levels the playing field for…
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Episode 18: 2023 NADR Conference Preview / NADR Anniversary
Today we visit with fellow members of NADR to talk about the upcoming 23rd Anniversary of NADR and the upcoming Conference in Denver. Eva and J. Shay Guess sit down with our Conference Committee Members as we prepare for Denver.
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Episode 17: Adriana de le Torre - The Hearing Nuggets
This episode you will want to listen to a few times. Adriana de le Torre visits with us today to give us some of those "nuggets" we talk about a lot. These nuggets are what you find between sessions at a NADR Conference. Today, you'll have a front row seat as Adriana gives us points that will…
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Episode 16: David Wright
Today we sit down with David Wright. David shares his story of humble beginnings that has grown into a very successful practice. We discuss the obstacles that each representative faces individually and the growing pains of building your practice. Whether you are a solo practitioner or part of a...
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The Honorable David Hatfield: Part 1
Every great story starts from humble beginnings and our own Judge Hatfield is no exception. How did this humble music major who traveled to the west coast end up in the life of an ALJ? Today, we will dive into how it all came to be. If you have visited a NADR conference, then you know what an…
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Episode 14 Spirit of Gratitude with Deb Doxey
When you clicked the link to arrive and listen to the podcast, someone had to post it. When you get messages through email, social media or text updates at the networking events and conferences - there is someone who sends it. Today, we get to chat with Deb Doxey. We've nicknamed her our…
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Episode 13 Getting to Know John Metsker
You hear us talk a lot about the "nuggets" of gold that is usually shared among the veterans of our practice in the hallways of the conferences. This episode is a taste of what those moments are like. Today, with our friend John Metsker who shares some of his practice tips on hearings and cross...
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Midterm Visit with NADR President Michael Wener
On today's episode we have the opportunity to sit down with current NADR President, Michael Wener. Michael's tenure in the leadership of NADR speaks to his connection to the people of the organization. He gives us insights on what it takes to help manage; the advice he leans on from previous...
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The podcast that dives into the past, present, AND future of NADR. This is where we will hear stories of how the organization came to be; tips for better representation; and a behind the scenes look of NADR - with your hosts Eva Sirman and J. Shay Guess.
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