Amplify Inclusion: Recent Episodes
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Stories and conversations about disability inclusion, brought to you by the non-profit organization, Aspire -- "Together, We're Better".
Emily Voorde, Founder and CEO of INTO Strategies, reflects on her journey of disability identity and discusses the importance of accessible environments. Check out the episode now or download the full transcript. To access closed captions, you must be logged into a Podbean user account.
Related Resources: INTO Strategies | National Council on Disability
This episode was co-produced and engineered by Subframe Sound with music courtesy of Nealle DiPaolo. This season is made possible thanks to generous support from the Fred J. Brunner Foundation, Bernstein, The Boutelle Family, Horton, Liventus INC, United Healthcare and members of the Aspire community.
Jordyn Zimmerman, nonspeaking autistic advocate, shares her personal experience and insights on inclusion and belonging. Check out the episode now or download the full transcript. To access closed captions, you must be logged into a Podbean user account.
Related Resources: Jordyn's Website | This Is Not About Me (Film) | The Nora Project | CommunicationFIRST
This episode was co-produced and engineered by Subframe Sound with music courtesy of Nealle DiPaolo. This season is made possible thanks to generous support from the Fred J. Brunner Foundation, Bernstein, The Boutelle Family, Horton, Liventus INC, United Healthcare and members of the Aspire community.
Aliyah Rich, Ned Williams and Katie Hench of InfiniTeach discuss inclusive culture and the importance of neurodiversity in the workplace. Check out the episode now or download the full transcript. To access closed captions, you must be logged into a Podbean user account.
Related Resources: InfiniTeach | Vax For All
This episode was co-produced and engineered by Subframe Sound with music courtesy of Nealle DiPaolo. This season is made possible thanks to generous support from the Fred J. Brunner Foundation, Bernstein, The Boutelle Family, Horton, Liventus INC, United Healthcare and members of the Aspire community.
Thomas Reid of the Reid My Mind Radio podcast discusses accessible visual media and how access can bring people together. Check out the episode now or download the full transcript. To access closed captions, you must be logged into a Podbean user account.
Related Resources: Reid My Mind Radio Podcast | Social Audio Description Collective
This episode was co-produced and engineered by Subframe Sound with music courtesy of Nealle DiPaolo. This season is made possible thanks to generous support from the Fred J. Brunner Foundation, Bernstein, The Boutelle Family, Horton, Liventus INC, United Healthcare and members of the Aspire community.
Liz Davis, UX (User Experience) Designer, shares her personal story and how it has informed her approach to creating accessible technology. Listen now or download the full transcript. To access closed captions, you must be logged into a Podbean user account.
Related Resources: Liz Does Design | Web Accessibility Initiative
This episode was co-produced and engineered by Subframe Sound with music courtesy of Nealle DiPaolo. This season is made possible thanks to generous support from the Fred J. Brunner Foundation, Enterprise Fleet Management, First Bank Chicago and members of the Aspire community.
Christina McGleam, Deputy Commissioner of MOPD, shares her personal story and the groundbreaking initiatives on the horizon for MOPD. Listen now or download the full transcript. To access closed captions, you must be logged into a Podbean user account.
Related Resources: City of Chicago Career Center (MOPD)
This episode was co-produced and engineered by Subframe Sound with music courtesy of Nealle DiPaolo. This season is made possible thanks to generous support from the Fred J. Brunner Foundation, Enterprise Fleet Management, First Bank Chicago and members of the Aspire community.
Coach Ken Jennings shares his personal story and how his experience drives his commitment to helping others. Listen now or download the full transcript. To access closed captions, you must be logged into a Podbean user account.
Related Resources: Chicago Tribune Article (2016) | Ken's Disability Lead Profile
This episode was co-produced and engineered by Subframe Sound with music courtesy of Nealle DiPaolo. This season is made possible thanks to generous support from the Fred J. Brunner Foundation, Enterprise Fleet Management, First Bank Chicago and members of the Aspire community.
Illinois State Senator Robert Peters shares his personal story and discusses key initiatives impacting the disability community. Listen now or download the full transcript. To access closed captions, you must be logged into a Podbean user account.
Related Resources: State Senator Peters | About CESSA (Access Living)
This episode was co-produced and engineered by Subframe Sound with music courtesy of Nealle DiPaolo. This season is made possible thanks to generous support from the Fred J. Brunner Foundation, Enterprise Fleet Management, First Bank Chicago and members of the Aspire community.
Emily Blum, Executive Director of Disability Lead, discusses the transformative power of diverse leadership and reflects on the Americans with Disabilities Act. Listen now or download the full transcript. To access closed captions, you must be logged into a Podbean user account.
Related Resources: Disability Lead | Emily's Op-Ed in the Chicago Sun Times
This episode was co-produced and engineered by Subframe Sound with music courtesy of Nealle DiPaolo. This season is made possible thanks to generous support from the Fred J. Brunner Foundation, Enterprise Fleet Management, First Bank Chicago and members of the Aspire community.
Emily Villanueva, a former MOPD intern, discusses a recently launched mentorship program and her research on the topic. Tony Ceccato and Anthony Iacovetti, a mentorship pair from the program, also join to share about their experience. Listen now or download the full transcript. To access closed captions, you must be logged into a Podbean user account.
This episode was co-produced and engineered by Subframe Sound with music courtesy of Nealle DiPaolo. This season is made possible thanks to generous support from the Fred J. Brunner Foundation and members of the Aspire community.
Commissioner Rachel Arfa of the Chicago Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities discusses her career journey and her commitment to access. Listen now or download the full transcript. To access closed captions, you must be logged into a Podbean user account.
Commissioner Arfa's suggested resources: Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities - City of Chicago
This episode was co-produced and engineered by Subframe Sound with music courtesy of Nealle DiPaolo. This season is made possible thanks to generous support from the Fred J. Brunner Foundation and members of the Aspire community.
Diana Pastora Carson, Founder of Beyond Awareness, shares her family's story and her mission to move communities beyond awareness and toward diversity appreciation. Listen now or download the full transcript.
Diana's suggested resources: Beyond Awareness Podcast | 5 Keys to Going Beyond Awareness
This episode was co-produced and engineered by Subframe Sound with music courtesy of Nealle DiPaolo. This season is made possible thanks to generous support from the Fred J. Brunner Foundation and members of the Aspire community.
Matthew Shapiro, Founder and CEO of 6 Wheels Consulting, LLC, shares his experience and discusses his ongoing work to advance disability inclusion. Listen now or download the full transcript.
Matthew's suggested resources: 6 Wheels Consulting | 6 Wheels Consulting Disability Podcast
This episode was co-produced and engineered by Subframe Sound with music courtesy of Nealle DiPaolo. This season is made possible thanks to generous support from the Fred J. Brunner Foundation and members of the Aspire community.
Whitney Hill, Founder and Director of SPORK!, shares her personal journey and her passion for building community through storytelling. Listen now or download the full transcript.
Whitney's suggested resources: LCM Architects | Disability Lead | 3Arts
This episode was co-produced and engineered by Subframe Sound with music courtesy of Nealle DiPaolo. This season is made possible thanks to generous support from the Fred J. Brunner Foundation and members of the Aspire community.
Ross Edelstein and Sam Theriault, both museum professionals and self-advocates of the autism community, share their stories and discuss the importance of language as it relates to belonging. Listen now or download the full transcript.
This episode was co-produced and engineered by Subframe Sound with music courtesy of Nealle DiPaolo. This season is made possible thanks to generous contributions from First Bank of Highland Park and members of the Aspire community.
Jourdan Saunders, CEO and Founder of The Resource Key, discusses her passion for inclusive impact branding and the power of communication. Listen now or download the full transcript.
This episode was co-produced and engineered by Subframe Sound with music courtesy of Nealle DiPaolo. This season is made possible thanks to generous contributions from First Bank of Highland Park and members of the Aspire community.
Emily Ladau, author and disability rights activist, discusses her brand new book and the impact she hopes it will create. Listen now or download the full transcript.
Get Demystifying Disability written by Emily Ladau and published by Ten Speed Press, an imprint of Penguin Random House.
This episode was co-produced and engineered by Subframe Sound with music courtesy of Nealle DiPaolo. This season is made possible thanks to generous contributions from First Bank of Highland Park and members of the Aspire community.
Heather, self-advocate and public speaker, shares about her personal journey and her passion for creating positive change. Listen now or download the full transcript.
This episode was co-produced and engineered by Subframe Sound with music courtesy of Nealle DiPaolo. This season is made possible thanks to generous contributions from First Bank of Highland Park and members of the Aspire community.
Andrés Gallegos, National Healthcare Attorney and Chair of the National Council on Disability, continues discussing barriers to healthcare for people with disabilities and identifies comprehensive solutions. Listen now or download the full transcript.
This episode was co-produced and engineered by Subframe Sound with music courtesy of Nealle DiPaolo. This season is made possible thanks to generous contributions from First Bank of Highland Park and members of the Aspire community.
Andrés Gallegos, National Healthcare Attorney and Chair of the National Council on Disability, shares his personal story and discusses barriers to healthcare for people with disabilities. Listen now or download the full transcript.
This episode was co-produced and engineered by Subframe Sound with music courtesy of Nealle DiPaolo. This season is made possible thanks to generous contributions from First Bank of Highland Park and members of the Aspire community.
Katy & Kerry join the host for a group chat focused on the benefits and challenges of using dialogue as a means for making positive change. Listen now or access the full transcript.
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This episode was produced by Aspire Inclusive Solutions and engineered, edited and mixed by Subframe Sound with music courtesy of Nealle DiPaolo.
Meet two local educational professionals working to advance inclusion by transforming the way kids learn about disability. Hear how mindset plays a role in their work, both inside the classroom and out, and gain insight from their personal stories. Listen now or access the full transcript.
Guests:
- Katy Fattelah of The Nora Project
- Kerry Duffey of West Chicago School District 33
Be a part of the inclusive movement by rating and subscribing to Amplify Inclusion!
This episode was produced by Aspire Inclusive Solutions and engineered, edited and mixed by Subframe Sound with music courtesy of Nealle DiPaolo.
Hillary & Chuck join the host for a group chat focused on the benefits and challenges of using dialogue as a means for making positive change. Listen now or access the full transcript.
Be a part of the inclusive movement by rating and subscribing to Amplify Inclusion!
This episode was produced by Aspire Inclusive Solutions and engineered, edited and mixed by Subframe Sound with music courtesy of Nealle DiPaolo.
Meet two local accessibility advocates working to advance inclusion in the arts and culture arena. Hear how mindset plays a role in the work of institutions, both internally and externally, and gain insight from their personal stories. Listen now or access the full transcript.
Guests:
- Hillary Pearson of the Harris Theater for Music & Dance
- Charlotte “Chuck” Gruman of Ember
Be a part of the inclusive movement by rating and subscribing to Amplify Inclusion!
This episode was produced by Aspire Inclusive Solutions and engineered, edited and mixed by Subframe Sound with music courtesy of Nealle DiPaolo.
Evelyn & Risa join the host for a group chat focused on the benefits and challenges of using dialogue as a means for making positive change. Listen now or access the full transcript.
Be a part of the inclusive movement by rating and subscribing to Amplify Inclusion!
This episode was produced by Aspire Inclusive Solutions and engineered, edited and mixed by Subframe Sound with music courtesy of Nealle DiPaolo.
Meet two local leaders working to advance inclusion through both their professional careers and volunteer advocacy efforts. Hear how mindset plays a role in their work, from inclusive classrooms to inclusive board rooms, and gain insight from their personal stories. Listen now or access the full transcript.
Guests:
- Risa Jaz Rifkind of ADA 25 Advancing Leadership and the Chicago Cultural Accessibility Consortium
- Evelyn Polk Green of Chicago Public Schools and the Attention Deficit Disorder Association
Be a part of the inclusive movement by rating and subscribing to Amplify Inclusion!
This episode was produced by Aspire Inclusive Solutions and engineered, edited and mixed by Subframe Sound with music courtesy of Nealle DiPaolo.
"Implementation is where you see the real transformation take place." As partnerships evolve, the positive impact extends outward. Brad Nardick, CEO of The Bazaar Inc., continues to discuss why partnering is worth it and how other companies can take action. Plus, learn about Manny's story - he was employed and quickly promoted through this very same partnership. This episode is part of the Season 1 Series: ‘Workplace Transformation Starts Small’. Listen now or download the full transcript.
Be a part of the inclusive movement by rating and subscribing to Amplify Inclusion!
This episode was produced by Aspire Inclusive Solutions and engineered, edited and mixed by Subframe Sound with music courtesy of Nealle DiPaolo.
"A natural progression is to start with laying a foundation." Partners are critical to our mission and they begin with committed leaders. Brad Nardick, CEO of The Bazaar Inc., and Beth Forde, Director of Aspire Community Employment, tell the story of their partnership, how it began and what has made it successful. This episode is part of the Season 1 Series: ‘Workplace Transformation Starts Small’. Listen now or download the full transcript.
Be a part of the inclusive movement by rating and subscribing to Amplify Inclusion!
This episode was produced by Aspire Inclusive Solutions and engineered, edited and mixed by Subframe Sound with music courtesy of Nealle DiPaolo.
“If we’re asking companies to do it, we should be willing to do it too.” A responsive leader takes ownership and acts in order to move a mission forward. Aspire CEO Jim Kales discusses the importance of living the vision, his choice to hire an individual with disabilities as his Executive Assistant and why other leaders should do the same. This episode is part of the Season 1 Series: ‘Workplace Transformation Starts Small’. Listen now or download the full transcript.
Be a part of the inclusive movement by rating and subscribing to Amplify Inclusion!
This episode was produced by Aspire Inclusive Solutions and engineered, edited and mixed by Subframe Sound with music courtesy of Nealle DiPaolo.
“For people with disabilities, lack of opportunity is a common barrier.” When opportunities are accessible, we all benefit. Learn about Amil’s story - he started out as a program participant at Aspire, became an employed team member and is now helping to reinvent our organization’s approach to remote work. This episode is part of the Season 1 Series: ‘Workplace Transformation Starts Small’. Listen now or download the full transcript.
Be a part of the inclusive movement by rating and subscribing to Amplify Inclusion!
This episode was produced by Aspire Inclusive Solutions and engineered, edited and mixed by Subframe Sound with music courtesy of Nealle DiPaolo.