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The Vibrant Living PodcastEpisode 176-Finding KIND: Faith, Neurodiversity & Hope with Kari BakerWhen life doesn’t go as planned, God still writes a beautiful story. Today I’m joined by Kari A. Baker, former financial services executive, now author, speaker, and founder of KIND Families (“Kids with Invisible Neurological Differences”). Kari shares how her son’s autism diagnosis became the doorway to faith, purpose, and a new calling to champion neurodiverse families. You’ll hear practical encouragement, spiritual insight, and a powerful reframe from “fixing” to loving the strengths God placed within our children.We cover:Kari’s pivot from a 30-year financial career to founding KIND Families and writing Finding KI...
2025-11-1216 min
The KIND Families PodcastKIND Belonging with Kerri Jeter, Area Director of Joni and Friends ArizonaOn today’s episode of The KIND Families Podcast, I am excited to welcome Kerri Jeter, a ministry leader, miliary veteran, KIND mom, and Area Director for Joni and Friends Arizona. Hear Kerri’s inspirational story, and learn how she leads Joni and Friends in Arizona as the organization makes the world a better place for KIND Families.
Learn more about Joni and Friends at https://joniandfriends.org/arizona
Follow Kerri Jeter on LinkedIn, or on Instagram at @kerri.jeter.
Have you picked up a copy of my book yet? Finding KIND: Discovering Hope...
2025-11-1135 min
Love Marry Kill: Just the FactsKari and Matt Baker - Part 3 of 3Matt and Kari Baker seemed like the perfect couple with the perfect family. Living near Waco, Texas, Matt was a Baptist minister and Kari was a third grade teacher. They were raising two beautiful daughters, Kensi and Grace. But Kari’s family and friends knew that she had struggled. Seven years earlier, she and Matt had lost another daughter, Kassidy, soon after her first birthday. When Kari died in April 2006, her death was quickly ruled a suicide. But, Kari’s family and friends had a hard time accepting that conclusion. They saw someone who was a fighter and would do anyt...
2025-11-061h 10Love Marry Kill: Just the FactsKari and Matt Baker - Part 2 of 3Matt and Kari Baker seemed like the perfect couple with the perfect family. Living near Waco, Texas, Matt was a Baptist minister and Kari was a third grade teacher. They were raising two beautiful daughters, Kensi and Grace. But Kari’s family and friends knew that she had struggled. Seven years earlier, she and Matt had lost another daughter, Kassidy, soon after her first birthday. When Kari died in April 2006, her death was quickly ruled a suicide. But, Kari’s family and friends had a hard time accepting that conclusion. They saw someone who was a fighter and would do anyt...
2025-11-0656 minLove Marry Kill: Just the FactsKari and Matt Baker - Part 1 of 3Matt and Kari Baker seemed like the perfect couple with the perfect family. Living near Waco, Texas, Matt was a Baptist minister and Kari was a third grade teacher. They were raising two beautiful daughters, Kensi and Grace. But Kari’s family and friends knew that she had struggled. Seven years earlier, she and Matt had lost another daughter, Kassidy, soon after her first birthday. When Kari died in April 2006, her death was quickly ruled a suicide. But, Kari’s family and friends had a hard time accepting that conclusion. They saw someone who was a fighter and would do anyt...
2025-11-0658 minThe KIND Families PodcastRandom Acts of KINDness - Top 5 Countdown!Next week we are celebrating the one year birthday of my book, Finding KIND! I can’t believe it’s been a year since releasing this piece of my family into the wild, but it has been worth every second. My favorite part is hearing from KIND mamas who tell me the book makes them feel seen, and not alone. Since I love birthdays and celebrating, I thought I would give YOU a special gift!
For those of you who are regular listeners of The KIND Families Podcast, you know I ask the same question to all my g...
2025-10-1420 min
MythfitsHalloween Makeup with Oscar Winning FX Artist Rick Baker (American Werewolf, Star Wars, The Grinch)!How do you make a werewolf transformation look painful? What's Rick Baker's secret Halloween costume this year? And can you really create gruesome makeup effects with just Karo syrup and cotton? Seven-time Oscar winner and special effects legend Rick Baker joins Kari and Tory to share behind-the-scenes stories from the music video "Thriller" and horror film "American Werewolf in London," reveal his best DIY Halloween makeup tricks for the spooky season.
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2025-10-0639 minThe KIND Families PodcastOvercoming Hurdles with KINDness: Shane Campfield and Edward Couture, founders of HURDLEAs the mom of a fourteen-year-old boy with autism and ADHD, I love meeting adults who are neurodiverse who are living their dreams and making the world a better place at the same time. That’s why I’m excited to introduce you to my guests today, Shane Campfield and Edward Couture, founders of HURDLE.
HURDLE is a Unique Abilities advocacy group which provides motivation and inspiration through public speaking at conferences, organizations and programs. They also have a YouTube show called Spectrum of Hurdles, and I was honored to be one of their guests!
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2025-09-3032 min
Crime and Coffee Couple - True Crime PodcastKari Baker and her preacher husband - suicide or murder? | Ep 213Skip the banter: 00:04:48
When Kari Baker was found dead in her bed, her husband, a respected Baptist preacher, told police it was a suicide. A typed note, a bottle of sleeping pills, and a tragic history of loss all seemed to confirm his story. But Kari’s mother couldn’t shake the feeling that something was deeply wrong, and when she started digging, things didn’t add up. What began as quiet suspicion turned into a full investigation that uncovered a disturbing past, a hidden relationship, and a plan far more sinister than anyone imagined. Allison tells us the...
2025-09-2858 minThe KIND Families PodcastThe Law of KINDness with Joshua Neumann, Founder of KiND LiPSMy guest today is Joshua Neumann, founder of KiND Lips, a lip balm company like no other you’ve ever seen. You know I love all things KIND, but Josh takes his commitment to KINDness to the next level with his mission driven focus to create a world without bullying.
After a highly successful career as one of Minnesota's top real estate agents, Josh felt pulled away from the industry he used to love. Inspired by a serendipitous moment and a vivid dream of his mother’s, Josh turned his faith and vision into a company dedicated to m...
2025-09-1627 minThe KIND Families PodcastKIND Design: How Neuroscience Confirms God’s Plan for Us to Experience Joy with Lindsey Werner, Founder of Relational EquippingHopefully you are settling back into a routine after a long summer, so I thought we could kick off Season 3 with a discussion about JOY! Now I’m not just talking about the joy of a few precious kid-free hours to get things done now that school is back in session. I’m talking about true, deep Biblical joy. As KIND caregivers, I know sometimes joy can be elusive. But today’s guest is going to explain why we were made for joy, and that all the emerging research coming out of the field of neuroscience is simply a confir...
2025-09-0234 min
Coffee With CaregiversKari Baker: A Mom's Mission to Build K.I.N.D. FamiliesIn this episode of Coffee With Caregivers, Jess welcomes Kari Baker, a woman of deep faith, podcaster, author, and founder of Kind Families. Kari shares her heartfelt journey as a caregiver to her son Brady, diagnosed with autism at the age of three. She discusses the challenges, growth, and blessings she and her family have experienced, highlighting her faith and resilience. Discover how her story has led to the formation of Kind Families (Kids with Invisible Neurological Differences), a resourceful platform for families navigating similar paths, and learn about her advocacy work, experiences, and the impact of faith in her...
2025-08-2927 min
Until the End of Crime59. The Murder of Kari BakerIn 1994 at Baylor University, Matt Baker met Kari Dulin and they began dating, which quickly transitioned to marriage. Their marriage had high highs and low lows, which greatly impacted the couple. 12 years after they married, a call would be placed to 911 indicating that Kari had seemingly taken her life. But her family refused to believe that she would willingly leave her daughters in that way, and so they began to investigate on their own...
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2025-08-191h 16
Terrifyingly Typical True CrimeEpisode 22 - Matt Baker: My Milkshake Brings All the Cops to the YardOn April 8, 2006, Pastor Matt Baker called 911 after discovering his wife, Kari, lying unconscious in the couple’sbedroom. EMS providers and firefighters raced to her side, but Kari was already gone. Once police told a McLennan County Justice of the Peace about finding a container of the sleep aid Unisom beside a typed suicide note on the bedsidetable, he ruled Kari’s manner of death a suicide. However, when Kari’s family began to push back on that hasty ruling, an investigation was launched that revealed Matt’s long history of sexual assault and misconduct and the woman who would finally...
2025-08-031h 27
Heretical HippiesAdam Baker interviewAdam Baker is someone we both have admired for a long time for his deep love for people. He is the Webster Site Pastor for The Gathering in Webster Groves, MO. Join us for this inspiring conversation. https://storage.snappages.site/6J4GBT/assets/files/Generation_Green_Light_Resources.pdf
2025-07-0151 min
UnseenThe Texas Church Mistress Murders | The Case Of Kari Baker | UNSEEN“How close was he to getting away with murder? Really close.”In the early hours of April 8th, 2006, Pastor Matt Baker makes a frantic 911 call to Waco police—he's just found his wife, Kari, unresponsive in their bed. As police race to the scene, they also call in Linda Dulin, Kari's mother, to take care of the couple's two young daughters. Though the cops don't see anything suspicious, Linda slowly realizes that Kari's husband, Pastor Matt, in spite of his Baptist faith and proclaimed innocence, hides many sins, including a damning search history, secret phone...
2025-06-2631 minThe KIND Families PodcastWhat’s Your KIND-Q? Mom Talk with Candace Nassar, Founder of MomQToday’s guest is a woman I can relate to on so many levels! We are both refugees from the corporate jungle, we both have sons on the spectrum, and we have both taken the lessons we learned in our parenting journey and committed to helping other moms find faith, community, and purpose.
Candace Nassar is the founder of MomQ, an organization whose mission it is to empower and equip moms by creating authentic community so that they can find their God-given purpose and build strong faith-filled families. If you’re wondering what the “Q” stands for, you’ll h...
2025-05-2734 minThe KIND Families PodcastSome KIND Coaching with Life Coach and Podcast Host, Kara RyskaI grew up playing team sports, so I remember how good coaches helped me rise to my potential, build skills, break out of ruts, and sometimes, just get out of my own head. I realize now, that when I became a KIND mom, I needed a coach for those very same reasons. Maybe you do too.
If so, today’s guest, Kara Ryska, may be just the resource you are looking for. Kara is a devoted mother of four, ranging in ages from 7 to 17. Kara's son Levi is the survivor of multiple brain tumors, and is a chi...
2025-05-1337 min
Friends Who CrimeEp. 13: The Baker CaseIn this solo episode, Brynn dives deep into the mysterious 2006 death of Kari Baker, a beloved teacher and pastor’s wife whose apparent suicide unraveled into a chilling murder case. As the layers peel back, listeners follow the relentless efforts of Kari’s family to uncover the truth after authorities initially failed to investigate. From a suspicious suicide note to a mistress’s explosive courtroom testimony, this case is filled with twists, secrets, and shocking revelations. Tune in for a gripping story of justice that almost never came.
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2025-05-0628 min
Spectrum of HurdlesSpectrum of Hurdles: Kari BakerIn this episode we interviewed Autism Mom, Author and Entrepreneur Kari Baker. She is the owner of KiND families. Her book that she and her son have written is called Finding KiND. Her son who is on the Spectrum did the forwarding on the book and he has several projects he is working on! We absolutely loved doing this interview with her! It’s a great combination of Empowerment, Faith and Advocacy! Thank you Kari!! Kari’s website: https://kariabaker.com/?Kari’s book: https://findingkind.myshopify.com/?KiND Families website: https://kindfamilies.com/?If you or anyone you know w...
2025-05-0137 minThe KIND Families PodcastA KIND Place for All, with Denise Resnik, Founder, President & CEO of First Place AZAs we approach the end of Autism Awareness/Acceptance month, I am honored to bring you a conversation with one of the true heroes of the autism community. When I took that quiz in 2014 which awakened me to the truth of Brady’s autism, it was the organization Denise co-founded, the Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center, which provided the screener.
After her two-year old son Matt was diagnosed with autism, Denise was told to “love, accept, and plan to institutionalize” him. She refused to accept that kind of future for Matt, and so began her lifelong advocacy for th...
2025-04-2932 min
Autistic and ADHD Kids Parenting Strategies: Every Brain is DifferentParenting Differently Doesn’t Mean Parenting Wrong with Kari Baker | Ep. 96In this episode, Samantha and Lauren talk with Kari Baker, a former financial services executive, author, speaker, and founder of Kind Families. Kari shares her journey from the financial sector to becoming an advocate for the neurodivergent community after her son was diagnosed with autism and ADHD. She talks about the importance of advocacy, the need for early diagnosis, and shares valuable parenting strategies for neurodivergent children. Kari further elaborates on the invisible nature of autism, the challenges of masking, and the significance of open communication about diagnoses to foster an understanding environment. 00:00 Introduction to t...
2025-04-2130 minThe KIND Families PodcastAutism Brain Empowerment with KIND Mom, Author, and Coach, Taiba BajarWe continue Autism Awareness/Acceptance month with a fascinating discussion with Taiba Bajar, founder of Autism Brain Empowerment, and author of the book, Unlock Autism. Taiba, who is autistic herself, is another mom who would not accept the dire prognosis for her son, who experienced rapid and dramatic regression in skills at 18 months old. She refused to believe his autism was simply genetic and set out on a quest to find the most effective ways to treat her son, even as the medical community encouraged her to accept his limitations.
As a medically trained dentist and award-winning...
2025-04-1534 min
Experience Motherhood74. How to Embrace Life After an Unexpected Diagnosis with Kari BakerIn this heartfelt episode, I sit down with Kari A. Baker—author, speaker, and founder of KIND Families, a community for those who love Kids with Invisible Neurological Differences. We talk honestly about the pain of letting go of the life you once envisioned and the beauty that can unfold when you learn to embrace what is. She opens up about the raw, real challenges of parenting a child with autism, how she processed the news, and the unexpected joy she’s found in seeing her son fully for who he is.Whether you’re a mom naviga...
2025-04-1544 minThe KIND Families PodcastAutism Awareness/Acceptance Month Kickoff with OG KIND Kid, Brady BakerThis episode is launching on April Fools Day, but I promise this is not a prank! Today, I welcome back my first ever repeat guest, and also my favorite guest, my son Brady, as we kick off Autism Awareness/Acceptance Month.
We are thankful for the opportunity to help others better understand autism, and to recognize the super powers and gifts autistic people bring to the world. Brady and I discuss our favorite pranks, his thoughts on what others need to know about autism, and we finish with a sneak peak of Brady's latest film project.
2025-04-0118 min
Sisterhood in Faith: Sister Talk with Jenni O'BrienEpisode 6: "KIND Families" with Guest Kari Baker✨ Encouragement, Education, Fun & Faith: Loving Kids with Invisible Neurological Differences ✨In this inspiring episode, we welcome Kari Baker—faith-based author, speaker, founder of "KIND Families" and a passionate advocate for children with invisible neurological differences. Kari’s heart for encouraging families, educators, and caregivers shines as she shares wisdom, practical insights, and faith-filled encouragement for loving and supporting these incredible kids.💛 Whether you're a parent, teacher, or simply someone who cares deeply about children with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, or other neurological differences, this conversation will uplift you. Kari reminds us that every child is fearfully and wonderf...
2025-03-1936 minThe KIND Families PodcastWhen KIND-ness Overcomes Challenges with Ann KagariseAs the parent of an autistic child, one of the most affirming experiences you can have is meeting an autistic adult who has overcome many of the challenges your child currently faces, and is thriving personally, professionally and spiritually. Today’s guest is all that and more and is a KIND mama herself to three autistic children.
Ann Kagarise is a prolific author, podcaster, speaker, journalist, and photographer, just to name a few of her professional endeavors. She is the co-host of "Real Talk with Tina and Ann," where they explore mental health topics and overcoming challenges. Af...
2025-03-1833 min
Kinda MurderyAmerican Monsters: Matt BakerIn the wake of Kari Baker's funeral, the community turned its gaze toward Matt, her husband. A minister of just 35 years, Matt sat on the front row at the service, his demeanor a tableau of inconsolable sorrow. When he lifted his head from his hands, his eyes, a light blue hue that was almost startling, met the congregation's gaze.After the eulogy, Matt found the strength to stand beside the pulpit, his two remaining daughters flanking him. With each hug and expression of condolences he received, he assured the congregation that he'd be back to preach on the...
2025-03-1446 min
Legacy GrandparentingLoving Grandkids with "Invisible Neurological Differences": A Conversation with Kari BakerKari Baker is the founder of "KiND Families," a ministry that exists to encourage and equip parents and grandparents who have children with autism, ADHD, anxiety, sensory processing disorders, learning disabilities and other conditions that seem invisible to the naked eye but which have great impact on behavior, social, and academic performance. Kari is also the author of the recently released book Finding KiND: Discovering Hope and Purpose While Loving Kids with Invisible Neurological Differences. Wayne and John talk with Kari not only about what she has learned raising a child with autism and ADHD, but also...
2025-03-0655 minThe KIND Families PodcastKIND Faith with Larah Roberts of Raising Autistic DisciplesToday’s episode came to be through God’s sweet hand and just a bit of stalking. I found Larah Roberts (like Sarah but with an L) through her Instagram page Raising Autistic Disciples last year and messaged her right away when I heard she had a book coming out called How to Advocate and Stay Christian, which she wrote with her husband Collin.
Larah and her husband are lifelong followers of Jesus, but just like many of us, their world was rocked when they received an autism diagnosis for their middle son, Graham. Along with many ques...
2025-03-0442 min
Author's Corner: Interviews about the Latest Christian BooksFinding KIND, by Kari BakerToday, Roberta talks to Kari Baker about her new book Finding KIND: Discovering Hope and Purpose While Loving Kids with Invisible Neurological Differences.ENCOURAGEMENT FOR FAMILIES TOUCHED BY AUTISM, ADHD and NEURODIVERSITY“When an earthquake occurs, the tectonic plates shift far beneath the surface, and they never go back to where they started.”Kari Baker always loved a good plan. But when her only son Brady was diagnosed with autism in 2014, her plans for a typical parenting experience were shaken to the core. Her journey started with all the pain, uncertainty, and isolation that...
2025-02-2215 minThe KIND Families PodcastA Blueprint for KINDness with Janeen Herskovitz, LMHC, Host of the Autism Blueprint PodcastToday’s guest Janeen Herskovitz is an autism mom, a licensed psychotherapist, an autism strategist, and the host of the long-running podcast, The Autism Blueprint. As often happens when I meet heroes in the KIND community, Janeen and I bonded quickly. Like me, she struggled with her son’s autism diagnosis at age three. But eventually, Janeen took the lessons she learned and decided to embark on a new career focused on providing the kind of help she wished she had access to when she was starting her journey.
She went back to school, while raising two teen...
2025-02-1832 min
MomQ: Biblical Wisdom and Support for Christian MomsEp98: Parenting Unscripted: Kari Baker on Navigating Neurodiversity with Faith and LoveSend us a textIn this conversation, Kari Baker shares her journey of parenting a child with autism and ADHD, discussing the challenges and triumphs she faced along the way. She emphasizes the importance of understanding neurodiversity, overcoming guilt and shame, and nurturing a child's identity in Christ. Kari also highlights the significance of community support and the tools she developed to help her son manage his emotions. Ultimately, she reflects on how faith and trust in God transformed her perspective and parenting approach.TakeawaysKari's journey reflects the challenges of parenting a child...
2025-02-1734 min
Hearty Homemaker Podcast | Christian Homemaking, Slow Living, Stay-at-Home Mom BusinessFinding KIND: A Mother’s Journey Through Autism with Kari BakerWhat does it mean to raise a KIND child, especially when navigating the challenges of autism? How can faith provide strength in the toughest of times as a mom?
Friend, today's episode is exactly what you need. In today's episode, we dive deep into the powerful and inspiring journey of Kari Baker, a mother who shares her experience of navigating life after her son's autism diagnosis. Kari opens up about how a particular Bible verse completely shifted her perspective on God's plan for her son, Brady. She shares her journey with vulnerability, providing both practical i...
2025-02-1725 minHearty Homemaker Podcast | Christian Homemaking, Slow Living, Stay-at-Home Mom BusinessFinding KIND: A Mother’s Journey Through Autism with Kari BakerWhat does it mean to raise a KIND child, especially when navigating the challenges of autism? How can faith provide strength in the toughest of times as a mom?
Friend, today's episode is exactly what you need. In today's episode, we dive deep into the powerful and inspiring journey of Kari Baker, a mother who shares her experience of navigating life after her son's autism diagnosis. Kari opens up about how a particular Bible verse completely shifted her perspective on God's plan for her son, Brady. She shares her journey with vulnerability, providing both practical i...
2025-02-1725 min
Key Ministry the PodcastFinding KiND with Kari Baker: Podcast EP 136Elaina sits down with Kari Baker, author of Finding KiND: Discovering Hope and Purpose While Loving Kids with Invisible Neurological Differences, and talks about special needs parenting, autism spectrum, and supporting other families on the same journey.Go to www.keyministry.org/podcast for the full show-notes!
2025-02-1333 min
Complicated KidsParenting Kids with Invisible Neurological Differences with Kari Baker In this episode of The Complicated Kids Podcast, I sit down with author Kari Baker to talk about her book, Finding Kind: Discovering Hope and Purpose While Loving Kids with Invisible Neurological Differences. Kari shares her personal journey—from a career in finance to becoming an advocate for neurodivergent kids—and how raising her son changed her entire perspective on parenting. We dive into a powerful story from her book about her son's long-distance swim challenge, unpacking what it means to support our kids without letting our own fears hold them back. We also explore the role of shame in p...
2025-02-1226 min
Calm in the CrazySpecial Guest Kari BakerJoin us as we talk to author Kari Baker about her book Finding KIND: Discovering Hope and Purpose While Loving Kids with Invisible Neurological Differences.
2025-02-0542 minThe KIND Families PodcastA KIND Play on Words with Dinalynn Rosenbush, host of The Language of Play PodcastAt Brady’s two year well check appointment, I vividly remember the pediatrician telling me that because he walked and talked on time, autism was off the table. Brady was verbal, and in fact had a surprising vocabulary at the time, so the idea that he had speech delays never crossed my mind. When he was finally diagnosed with autism a year and a half later, I realized that while he had words, he was severely delayed in many facets of speech and language.
Today’s guest, Dinalynn Rosenbush, has spent the last 30 years as a school Spee...
2025-02-0444 min
Unlimited Parenting"Finding KIND" with the author, Kari BakerFinding KIND is an account of Kari’s initial awakening to Brady’s neurological differences, the early years adapting to life as an autism mom, and later accepting and appreciating Brady for exactly who he was meant to be. Ultimately, Kari’s experiences as a KIND Mom offer practical suggestions for thriving when the best laid plans go awry. Anyone who knows and loves a kid with invisible neurological differences or who is exploring faith in the midst of life’s challenges will find hope and encouragement in Kari’s story. You can find Kari's podcast "Kind Families Podcast" wherever y...
2025-02-0132 min
Mindful Mama: Raising Kind, Confident Kids Without Losing Your Cool | Parenting Strategies For Big Emotions & MoreWhen Your Kid Has Autism - Kari Baker [Different Brains, Amazing Kids Series 2]Kari Baker shares her experience of raising a son with autism and the challenges she faced. She discusses her son's early signs of being neurodivergent and the initial shock and grief she felt upon learning about her son's condition. Find out how she moved to acceptance and helping others find resources for neurodivergent kidsABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is the host Mindful Parenting Podcast (Top 0.5% podcast ), global speaker, number 1 bestselling author of “Raising Good Humans” and “Raising Good Humans Every Day,” Mindfulness Meditation teacher and creator of the Mindful Parenting Course and Teacher Training...
2025-01-2852 min
Every Child BelongsKIND Families : Kari BakerIn this episode, we sit down with Kari Baker, a former financial services executive and business owner who has transformed her career into one of advocacy and inspiration. Carrie is now an author, speaker, and podcaster, as well as the founder of KIND Families—an organization dedicated to supporting Kids with Invisible Neurological Differences (KIND). She also hosts the Kind Families podcast, where she shares insights and resources for parents navigating similar journeys. Kari's story began in 2014 when her son, Brady, was diagnosed with autism at three years old. Feeling isolated during that challenging time, she...
2025-01-2339 min
Real Talk with Tina and AnnNavigating Invisible Differences: Empowering Parents and Children on Unique Journeys with Kari Baker part 2Send us a textKari Baker joins us for a heartfelt conversation that reveals the hidden layers of parenting children with invisible neurological differences. From wrestling with the emotional intricacies of isolation and uncertainties to navigating the special education system, we promise you'll walk away with practical tools and a refreshed perspective. Kari's insights are not just theoretical; they're born from experience, making her guidance on IEP meetings and parental rights invaluable. Together, we explore how nurturing passions can illuminate new paths for children, forging fulfilling life journeys.Parenting is a journey with both challenges...
2025-01-2234 min
Brave Together Podcast: Support and Community for Caregiving ParentsSTORY: How a Mom's Poker Face Changed her Autistic Child's Behavior with Kari BakerHello Brave Friends! Welcome to today's story episode, #202. These are true stories from a moment in the life of a caregiving parent. We hear a crafted story, and then have a conversation with our guests that goes deeper into their experience.In this conversation, Kari Baker shares her transformative journey from a successful career in financial services to becoming a dedicated advocate for families with children who have invisible neurological differences. She discusses the challenges of parenting a child with autism, the importance of adapting parenting strategies, and the role of faith and community...
2025-01-2235 minThe KIND Families PodcastChanging the World to be more KIND with Dr. Lauren MegrewToday’s guest checks ALL the boxes for a fantastic first episode for our second season, even some boxes that didn’t exist last season. Dr. Lauren Megrew is a friend I met several years ago when my son Brady attended a school for kids with learning differences in second grade. Her daughter was in Brady’s class, and they hit it off. Her credentials were impressive enough – she holds a Ph.D. as an industrial and organizational psychologist, she is a licensed clinical therapist, and an international speaker with a specialization in the understanding and support of neurodiversity.
What...
2025-01-2130 min
Real Talk with Tina and AnnFinding Kind with Kari Baker: Parenting Children with Invisible Neurological DifferencesSend us a textJoin us for an inspiring and heartfelt exploration into the world of parenting children with neurological differences. Our guest, Kari Baker, shares her courageous journey from a thriving career in financial services to her new path as an advocate for invisible neurological differences. Through candid anecdotes, Kari reveals how her son Brady’s diagnosis of autism and ADHD reshaped her family’s life and led her to establish Kind Families, a community aiming to support parents navigating similar challenges. Together with Ann, who’s raising three adopted children with various neurological differences, we uncove...
2025-01-1557 min
The Special Needs Mom PodcastFinding Purpose Through Parenting Invisible Differences with Kari BakerSend us a text (Note: we are not able to respond but LOVE to hear from you!!)In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with Kari A. Baker, an inspiring mom, author, and advocate for families navigating life with invisible neurological differences. Kari shares her journey of becoming a "KIND mom" after her son Brady was diagnosed with autism at age three. Together, we dive into topics like letting go of the "fixing" mindset, embracing the unexpected joys of parenting, and finding hope and purpose in life’s challenges.Kari talks about the evolution of he...
2025-01-0851 min
Autism Family Resource39: Discovering Hope and Purpose with Kari Baker Welcome back to the Autism Family Resource Podcast! In this episode, we spoke with Kari Baker—a local podcaster, author, and an inspiring mom who is navigating life alongside her 13-year-old son, who has both autism and ADHD. Kari shares her journey through powerful stories, lessons, and insights on finding kindness in the everyday moments of parenting and how she has grown through her experiences. Guest: Kari Baker's path took a transformative turn with the birth of her son, Brady, and his autism diagnosis at age three. Driven by a new perspective on success and pu...
2024-12-1128 minThe KIND Families PodcastKIND-ness in the Wilderness with Justin Garrard, Executive Director of Adam's CampOne of the unexpected gifts I’ve received since starting The KIND Families Podcast is getting to meet so many heroes of the KIND community. People who are champions for those with neurological differences or any other special needs and who serve selflessly and passionately to make life better for everyone.
Today I speak with one of those champions, Justin Garrard. Justin is the Executive Director of Adam’s Camp, a therapy based summer camp program in Colorado for children and adults with any kind of difference or disability. Adam’s Camp began nearly four decades ago by a m...
2024-12-1034 min
The Emily ShowAlec Baldwin Has Been Put On Notice To Appeal by Kari Morrissey'sAlec Baldwin is living rent free in Kari Morrissey's head. Morrissey filed a notice to appeal even though the judge denied her request to Reconsider the Dismissal with Prejudice. There is not law cited, again, we'll see if she gives one to support her claim when she actually files the appeal.Watch the full coverage: https://www.youtube.com/live/vERbyI9zqzI?t=3777sThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Spotify Ad Analytics - https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/ad-analytics-privacy-policy/Podscribe - https://podscribe.com/privacy
2024-12-0506 minThe KIND Families PodcastThrowback Thanksgiving with the King of KIND, Bob GoffWelcome to our first Thanksgiving Throwback episode! If you are already chopping your vegetables or mashing your potatoes in anticipation of the biggest meal of the year, this throwback episode will put a little pep in your prep.
Today we are taking a trip back to our very first guest, so our newest friends can hear the wit and wisdom of one of my favorite love do-ers, and chief balloon carriers, Bob Goff. In addition to writing numerous New York Times bestsellers, Bob is a speaker, coach, podcaster, and the founder of Love Does, a human rights o...
2024-11-2625 min
The Tricia Goyer ShowDiscovering Hope and Purpose While Loving Kids with Invisible Neurological Differences with Kari A. Baker"When an earthquake occurs, the tectonic plates shift far beneath the surface, and they never go back to where they started."
Kari Baker always loved a good plan. But when her only son Brady was diagnosed with autism in 2014, her plans for a typical parenting experience were shaken to the core. Her journey started with all the pain, uncertainty, and isolation that so many special needs parents encounter, but along the way she found faith, community, and joy in surrendering to God's design.
Finding KIND is an account of Kari's initial awakening to Brady's neurological di...
2024-11-1538 minThe KIND Families PodcastRedeeming KIND Chaos with author, podcaster and KIND mom, Laurie ChristineLaurie Christine is an author, the host of the podcast Redeeming the Chaos, a certified Biblical Parenting Coach, a wife, and a mom of four boys she describes as wild, loud and adventurous, which explains the name of her podcast! She also writes biblical fiction and devotions for preteen readers. Her passion is to raise strong, courageous warriors for the Kingdom of God, and to help families like yours do the same!
With degrees in Creative Writing, Biblical Studies and Education, Laurie has more than twenty years of experience teaching the Bible to children and teen...
2024-11-1230 min
Autism Blueprint PodcastCreating a KIND Family | An autism mom’s story of love, faith and resilience | A conversation with Kari BakerEpisode Summary
In this episode of the Autism Blueprint Podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Kari Baker, a remarkable mom who has transitioned from a successful career in corporate finance to becoming a passionate advocate for families with neurodivergent children. Kari shares her personal journey as a mother to her son, Brady, who was diagnosed with autism, and the profound impact this diagnosis has had on her life and perspective.
Kari candidly discusses the emotional turmoil she experienced upon receiving Brady’s diagnosis, including feelings of devastation and the fear of societal perceptions su...
2024-11-0749 minThe KIND Families PodcastFinding KIND Resources with host of the Autism Resource Podcast and Founder of the Autism Resource Project, Gilda EvansI remember when my husband and I started our KIND journey over ten years ago. We were desperate for information, connection, and trusted guidance. We went to the library, searched online, and sat through hours of parenting classes. I would take direction and referrals from other moms I’d never met before in waiting rooms, and all the while I wished there was a quarterback for our KIND experience. A concierge if you will, to direct us in the best way to help our son.
Gilda Evans’ youngest son was diagnosed with autism at age three over two...
2024-10-2929 min
By Words: Honest Faith Talks to Encourage Everyday Christian Women148. Parenting Through the Unexpected: Navigating Autism & Neurological Differences with Hope (ft. Kari Baker)Today we’re talking to Kari Baker, founder of KIND Families, about how she found hope and purpose while navigating motherhood through the unexpected. Her son Brady was diagnosed with autism at age 3, and she opens up about the struggles she faced in the midst of uncertainty.
Kari reflects on how her faith and relationship with God have been transformed through this journey, offering encouragement for parents who are navigating similar circumstances. We also discuss some of the biggest obstacles families with neurological differences encounter and explore how the Church can better support them. Whether you’re a pa...
2024-10-2449 minAuthor's Corner: Interviews about the Latest Christian BooksFinding KIND, by Kari BakerToday, Roberta talks to Kari Baker about her new book Finding KIND: Discovering Hope and Purpose While Loving Kids with Invisible Neurological Differences.“When an earthquake occurs, the tectonic plates shift far beneath the surface, and they never go back to where they started.”Kari Baker always loved a good plan. But when her only son Brady was diagnosed with autism in 2014, her plans for a typical parenting experience were shaken to the core. Her journey started with all the pain, uncertainty, and isolation that so many special needs parents encounter, but along the way she...
2024-10-2015 min
The Faith-Full Mama: Christian Motherhood, Spiritual Growth, Stay At Home Mom, Time ManagementGod's Glory in Mothering A Child With Disabilities w/ Author Kari BakerKari Baker always loved a good plan. But when her only son Brady was diagnosed with autism (at 3 years old) and ADHD, her plans for a typical parenting experience were shaken to the core.
Finding KIND is an account of Kari’s initial awakening to Brady’s neurological differences, the early years adapting to life as an autism mom, and later accepting and appreciating Brady for exactly who God made him to be.
Ultimately, Kari’s experiences as a KIND Mom offer practical suggestions for thriving when the best laid plans go awry. An...
2024-10-1843 minThe KIND Families PodcastFinding KIND with my "OG" KIND kid, Brady BakerToday’s guest is the most special EVER to be heard on this podcast or frankly any podcast on the planet, although you may consider me biased. As we approach the launch date of my book, Finding KIND, I thought you might want to hear directly from the inspiration, the main character, the hero of the book, my son, Brady Baker. Brady is a handsome, smart, funny, creative 13-year-old in 8th grade, and he is also the author of the foreword to Finding KIND. When Brady was three, he was diagnosed with autism. Later we added ADHD and some ot...
2024-10-1520 min
Autism LiveAutism Live 10.14.24: Kari BakerKari Baker talks with Shannon about KIND which stands for Kids with Invisible Neurological Differences and her new book, Finding Kind, which details her family's autism journey and self discovery. It is an inspirational hour you won't want to miss. Today's jargon term is: Visual Supports
2024-10-151h 01The KIND Families PodcastRaising Good Humans and KIND Confident Kids with Author & Mindfulness Coach Hunter Clarke-FieldsHave you ever lost your temper with your kids? Have you ever yelled or said something in the heat of the moment you wish you could take back later? As KIND parents we’ve all experienced big emotions from our kids, and sometimes, unfortunately, our emotional response is just as big and disproportioned. But take heart, you are not alone! What if you had a toolbox full of strategies to help regulate your responses, while building a stronger relationship with your child? Well today’s guest wrote a bestselling book which provides exactly that called Raising Good Humans: A Mind...
2024-10-0133 min
Love Marry KillKari and Matt Baker - Part 3 of 3Matt and Kari Baker seemed like the perfect couple with the perfect family. Living near Waco, Texas, Matt was a Baptist minister and Kari was a third grade teacher. They were raising two beautiful daughters, Kensi and Grace. But Kari’s family and friends knew that she had struggled. Seven years earlier, she and Matt had lost another daughter, Kassidy, soon after her first birthday. When Kari died in April 2006, her death was quickly ruled a suicide. But, Kari’s family and friends had a hard time accepting that conclusion. They saw someone who was a fighter and would do anyt...
2024-09-301h 17
The Emily ShowAlec Baldwin Response to Kari Morrissey. Erlinda Johnson Speaks Out!Alec Baldwin has responded to Kari Morrisey's Motion to Reconsider the Dismissal. He has asked for the judge to deny the reconsideration and to be reimbursed for attorney's fees due to having to respond to this matter.In a shocking turn of events, Erlinda Johnson's files an Affidavit in the defense's motion.Watch the full coverage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oo3I2meOXAk&t=5460sThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Spotify Ad Analytics - https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/ad-analytics-privacy-policy/Podscribe - h...
2024-09-2606 minLove Marry KillKari and Matt Baker - Part 2 of 3Matt and Kari Baker seemed like the perfect couple with the perfect family. Living near Waco, Texas, Matt was a Baptist minister and Kari was a third grade teacher. They were raising two beautiful daughters, Kensi and Grace. But Kari’s family and friends knew that she had struggled. Seven years earlier, she and Matt had lost another daughter, Kassidy, soon after her first birthday. When Kari died in April 2006, her death was quickly ruled a suicide. But, Kari’s family and friends had a hard time accepting that conclusion. They saw someone who was a fighter and would do anyt...
2024-09-231h 06The KIND Families PodcastA Different KIND of Episode – Kari Discusses KIND with Thriving in Between hosts Lori Taylor and Christina WillmanThis episode is a little bit different, because this time, I’m the one answering questions! I was honored that my dear friends Lori Taylor and Christina Willman invited me as a guest on their podcast called Thriving in Between, and I wanted to share part of our conversation with you, because I think it will provide you with deeper context around KIND Families and how it came to be.
Lori and Christina’s organization supports people facing transitional seasons through education, resources, and coaching. Their personal advice and counsel were extremely helpful to me when I went...
2024-09-1729 minLove Marry KillKari and Matt Baker - Part 1 of 3Matt and Kari Baker seemed like the perfect couple with the perfect family. Living near Waco, Texas, Matt was a Baptist minister and Kari was a third grade teacher. They were raising two beautiful daughters, Kensi and Grace. But Kari’s family and friends knew that she had struggled. Seven years earlier, she and Matt had lost another daughter, Kassidy, soon after her first birthday. When Kari died in April 2006, her death was quickly ruled a suicide. But, Kari’s family and friends had a hard time accepting that conclusion. They saw someone who was a fighter and would do anyt...
2024-09-161h 10The KIND Families PodcastNo KIND Left Behind with Abigail Salazar, Founder of I Learn Child Center in the PhilippinesFor today’s episode we are going around the world to hear from an unsung hero of the KIND community. Abigail Salazar founded the I Learn Child Center in Batan, Aklan in the Philippines over twenty years ago to help children with disabilities, delays or learning challenges get the education they deserve.
What started as a directed effort to help her young nephew with a speech delay, has grown into a school with multiple teachers and dozens of students. Children are taught alongside neurotypical peers, regardless of the diagnosis or their family’s ability to pay.
Ab...
2024-09-0317 minThe KIND Families PodcastStrategies for Back to School Success with Debbie Tipton, M.Ed, Executive Function CoachAs a KIND parent, does the phrase “Back to School” fill you with equal parts joy and terror? Sure, it’s great to get your kids back into a routine, but what about homework, lockers, and supplies, (OH MY!)
Have no fear, our favorite Executive Function coach, Debbie Tipton, is back to share some actionable strategies to ease the stress of a new school year. She may even be able to reduce the number of replacement water bottles you have to buy. (We can hope, right?) Debbie is our first ever repeat guest, and I’m excited for her...
2024-08-2036 minThe KIND Families PodcastFinding KIND Grace with Kimberly Stuart, Author of Star for Jesus (And Other Jobs I Quit).It is such a pleasure to welcome my friend, mentor, and writing coach Kimberly Stuart to the KIND Families Podcast!
Of course, in addition to everything she does for me, she is also the author of eight novels, and has a new non-fiction book called Star For Jesus (And Other Jobs I Quit). Through often funny and sometimes heart wrenching stories from her personal life, Kim unpacks the concept of grace in a way that I know will resonate with KIND Families. You can purchase Kim’s book HERE.
In addition to her writing career, Ki...
2024-08-0630 min
Untangled True Crime with Ty NottsMurdered By Her Church Pastor: The Kari Baker Case | True Crime DocumentaryExplore the chilling details of the Kari and Matt Baker murder case in this gripping true crime podcast. From mysterious circumstances to shocking revelations, we delve into the events of that fateful day, piecing together evidence and theories. Join Ty Notts, a freelance cold case detective, as he unpacks this haunting story, offering deep insights into unsolved mysteries, true crime recaps, and unexplained crimes. Get drawn into the twists and turns of the Kari Baker case and discover the unsettling truth.
00:00:00: Intro00:00:51: Beginning00:02:30: A Twist of Fate00:06:32: The Autopsy00:10:31: A Revelation00:15:51: The Truth Comes...
2024-07-2924 minThe KIND Families PodcastLiving in the Moment & Sibling Support with Elizabeth Thorndike of Moment 2 Moment MasterpieceElizabeth Thorndike and her husband Dan are the creators of Moment 2 Moment Masterpiece, a website dedicated to encouraging families whose parenting journey is a little out of the ordinary, like their own. With five kids, including two adoptions and various medical and special needs, The Thorndikes learned early on that surviving and thriving as a family unit meant living in the moment.
Elizabeth shares her family’s inspirational story and highlights how important it is to properly support the neurotypical siblings of special needs children. Through pain, isolation, and a chaotic schedule this mama can’t fathom, Eliza...
2024-07-2327 minThe KIND Families PodcastAutism Advocacy and Acceptance with Gillis "GW" Williams IV of AutismChoseMeI’m so excited to share my conversation with Gillis “GW” Williams, an articulate, passionate, autistic young man who runs a self-advocacy company, AutismChoseMe. GW was diagnosed with autism at age five, and he started AutismChoseMe in high school with a mission to build widespread acceptance of neurodiversity.
GW has spoken at schools in the U.S. and Canada, has his own merchandising line, and currently has over 200,000 followers on TikTok, with a growing presence on Instagram and YouTube. GW is an inspiration for KIND Families, proving that neurological differences should be celebrated. I am certain GW’s courage...
2024-07-0921 minThe KIND Families PodcastDogsmile Adventures: How Therapeutic Sailing Can Change a Life with Founder Jon TottenWe have a special bonus summer episode for you today!
Jon Totten is the founder of Dogsmile Adventures, a non-profit in Northern Idaho that provides therapeutic sailing opportunities for everyone, including special needs individuals and veterans. To date Dogsmile has provided nearly 1,700 therapeutic sailing experiences. You can support Dogsmile by donating or purchasing a sailing excursion on their website, www.dogsmileadventures.org.
After graduating from the University of Idaho, Jon became a professional outdoor educator with North Idaho College, where he spent 12 years leading countless adventures and falling deeply in love with sailing. After leaving t...
2024-07-0228 min
Pod of TerrorKari BakerWARNING: EXPLICIT CONTENTPour yourself a glass of wine and join Pat and Darsi as they discuss Kari Baker!+ Crucifixion, pushed off a cliff or buried alive? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-06-2749 minThe KIND Families PodcastBecoming Brave Together with Jessica Patay, Founder of We Are Brave TogetherToday’s conversation will be a lifeline to any parent who has felt loneliness and isolation in parenting a child with any kind of differences, disabilities, mental or physical challenges.
Jessica Patay’s second son, Ryan, was born and diagnosed with a rare, genetic disorder, called Prader-Willi syndrome in 2003. Many years later, her journey inspired her to found We Are Brave Together, a nonprofit organization that provides respite, community, and resources for mothers who are experiencing what she refers to as “altered motherhood”. We Are Brave Together provides several caregiver retreats each year and supports in person Connection...
2024-06-2526 min