SOI Talk: Recent Episodes
JDS Creative Academy
SOI Talk explores possibilities and highlights abilities over disabilities. Host Scott Strand, along with rotating co-hosts from JDS Creative Academy's job-training program, chat with special guests about breaking down barriers to career satisfaction and self-enrichment.
Rosalie Ortiz discusses how she got involved with doing makeup for film and television and the opportunities makeup offers for careers and hobbies.
Director of Photography Mario Ortiz talks about how he got into the movie industry, the challenges he faced, and how he found success.
Scott and Bella chat with the owner of the nonprofit STAT Horse Sanctuary, Pattie Roberts, about what it takes to work with animals.
Retired professional MMA fighter Nicole Albrecht talks about how she got into MMA, and the different job opportunities in the MMA industry.
Scott and Casey "Zee" chat with musician and owner of HeyDey Records and Events, Robert Rankin Walker.
Scott and Annette chat with Cathy Stevenson, who has worked in various roles in the fashion industry.
Scott and Aryn chat with professional cosplayer Kastiel Danh to learn how cosplay can be enjoyed as a vocation and/or avocation.
Scott and Stefano chat with Diana Serrano, who is bilingual and works for the Department of Social Services as an employment counselor.
Tyler Perone talks about his interest in voice work on the radio. Guest Mia Digenan discusses her experience breaking into radio and gives advice to those who want to get jobs on-air in radio.
Garrett discusses what having autism feels like to him, how it affected him as a child and as an adult, and how it hindered him in finding a career. Guest Diane Strand, Executive Board Member of Workforce Development talks about the benefits of hiring those with autism and how businesses can make accommodations to hire people like Garrett.
Matt talks about his interest in theatre and working behind the scenes. Interview with Bea Barnett about how she got started and the types of opportunities in the theater industry.
Thomas talks about his interest in martial arts and how it has benefited him. Guest James Walters discusses how he got involved with martial arts, how it benefits those with special needs, and the career opportunities found through martial arts.
Corina talks about her interest in writing. Guest Johanna Lack discusses how she got into writing work and gives tips on how new writers can get started
Peter talks about his interest in computer building. Guest Alex Suarez talks about how he got into this side job and gives suggestions on how people can save (and make) money doing these projects
Sergio talks about his interest in cooking and restaurants. Guest Robin McCoy talks about how she became a chef, the work she does now with foster/ at-risk youth, and the possibilities for those with developmental disabilities to work in the restaurant/catering industry.
Draven talks about his interest in writing stories. Guest Matt Coyle is an author and talks about how he got started with writing, his inspiration for his ideas, and gives advice to those who want to write their own fiction stories.