Episode 20 - Paying it Forward
When Todd Crawford suffered a spinal cord injury, his life changed forever. But a community rallied around him. Now he’s motivating that community to help others.
Episode 19 - Rolling with Cawood
This teenager bleeds Kentucky blue and has the name to prove it. Fourteen year-old Cawood and his dad talk wheelchair basketball, and his dream to one day be a broadcaster.
Episode 18 - In and out with DSL
The conversations you have INSIDE your village are not always the same as OUTSIDE. Join us as we talk about the special needs journey with a panel connected by their dedication to Down Syndrome of Louisville.
Episode 17 - Story Telling Duo
Marie Kennedy has touched many with the story of raising her son. And Jimmy Kennedy is helping tell and share many stories with his JBK On Air podcast, which recently had Marie on for Episode 100. Join me as we laugh and share stories with this amazing mother and son duo!
Episode 16 - Building a Village
What Sarah Richardson loved most about the Spina Bifida Association of Kentucky was the community she found for her daughter and herself. That turned into a mission to lead programming for this Kentucky nonprofit. Today she’s the new Interim Executive Director. Join me as she shares insights as a parent on this path.
Episode 15 - Caleb's Crew
Tri-athlete, brand ambassador, social media influencer. Caleb Prewitt has many titles. Join us in celebration of Down Syndrome Awareness month as he and his mom talk about their journey.
Episode 14 - Smiles for Miles
Sometimes when services aren’t there you just have to create them on your own. Nina Fuller did just that when she founded SMILE on Down Syndrome in Evansville, Indiana. Join me as Nina and two other parents share lessons learned raising children with Down Syndrome.
Episode 13 - Dancing Queen
From a young age Kristin Knable had one thing that brought her true joy – and that was when she was dancing. She hasn’t let having Spina bifida hold her back in terms of pursuing her love and helping ignite that fire in other young people with different abilities. You won’t want to my conversation with this inspiring young lady.
Episode 12 - Making Work that works for ALL
Sonia Johnson and Theron Mackey love to work and help others find that same joy – even those with disabilities. Join us as they share how their innovative partnership can provide lessons that other nonprofits and companies can learn from. A must for parents of older kids with special needs who are figuring out the world of work. Special thanks to Dream Cleaning for their sponsorship of this episode.
Episode 11 - Changing Places
Sally Travis knew what it was like to grow up with a disability and then got to see what it was like to teach those kids. Today she gets a third lens as a school counselor. Join me as she shares insights from all three perspectives.
Episode 05 - Take a Walk with the 444 Guy
EPISODE 5 - When Brad Meshell’s son was diagnosed with autism it shook him to his core. Today he is working and walking to change the way people see Autism and provide support to families like his.
Episode 03 - Get In the Ring with Dr. Doom
Episode 03 - Get In the Ring with Dr. Doom
Chuck "Dr. Doom" Dietzen
Rehab physician, author, and champion of global healthcare access by day, pro-wrestler with the alter ego “Dr. Doom” on nights and weekends, you won’t meet many people like Dr. Chuck Dietzen. Join host Jim Littlefield-Dalmares as he chats with “Dr. Doom” about lessons learned from years working with families raising kids with special needs.
