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The Different Ability® PodcastStop the Overwhelm: Grow Smarter, Not Harder with Hailey RoweSend us a textIn this episode, Katey sits down with Marketing & Sales Strategist Hailey Rowe to talk about what it really takes to grow your business without burning out. Hailey shares her F.A.S.T. Framework and practical marketing tips that help coaches and entrepreneurs make more sales, save time, and stay consistent. Whether you’re just getting started or ready to scale, this conversation will help you shift your mindset from hobby to business success.Hailey's BioHailey Rowe is a Marketing & Sales Strategist, Coach, & Linkedin Lead Generation Se...
2025-11-1251 minThe Different Ability® PodcastImmigration, Inspiration, and Disability Advocacy with Kat PazSend us a textIn this episode of The Different Ability® Podcast, I sit down with the incredible Kat Paz, a disability advocate with a heart for cheering others on. Kat shares her story of immigrating from the Philippines to San Francisco at just 16 years old, experiencing culture shock, and how her brother with special needs shaped her purpose in life. Together, Katey and Kat talk about community, advocacy, and celebrating the power of supporting others. Get ready for an uplifting and joy-filled conversation with someone who truly embodies what it means to advocate with love.
2025-08-2042 minThe Different Ability® PodcastRaising Self-Advocates: A Mother’s Pride in Her Sons’ Strength and Voice with Rebeka AcostaSend us a textIn this inspiring episode, Katey sits down with Rebeka Acosta, an advocate, educator, and proud mom, to talk about raising children who use their voices with confidence. Rebeka shares how her sons, both navigating medical complexities, have learned to advocate for themselves at a young age.With honesty, heart, and a touch of humor, Rebeka reflects on the journey of watching her boys speak up for their needs, make their own decisions, and succeed in powerful ways. This episode is a celebration of growth, resilience, and the deep pride of a...
2025-07-0940 min
A Different Way of Seeing124 - Job Talk: Katey Fortun on Working as an Interior Designer with Dyslexia** My new book, Paws for Thought (second edition) is now available. Get your copy at
https://www.loisstrachan.com/shop/#acc-content
In today’s episode, Lois chats with host of the Different Ability Podcast, Katey Fortun, about her work as an interior designer.
During the conversation, Katey talks about the relief of receiving a diagnosis of dyslexia at the age of 10 years of age, because it helped her to understand her way of doing things. She acknowledges the willingness of her education system to accommodate her and some of the techniques she uses to accomplish the ma...
2025-04-1558 minLois Strachan124 - Job Talk: Katey Fortun on Working as an Interior Designer with Dyslexia** My new book, Paws for Thought (second edition) is now available. Get your copy at
https://www.loisstrachan.com/shop/#acc-content
In today’s episode, Lois chats with host of the Different Ability Podcast, Katey Fortun, about her work as an interior designer.
During the conversation, Katey talks about the relief of receiving a diagnosis of dyslexia at the age of 10 years of age, because it helped her to understand her way of doing things. She acknowledges the willingness of her education system to accommodate her and some of the techniques she uses to accomplish the ma...
2025-04-1558 min
Autistic and ADHD Kids Parenting Strategies: Every Brain is DifferentFrom Struggles to Strategies with Katey FortunSamantha interviews Katey Fortun, a keynote speaker for the upcoming Neurodiversity and Harmony Summit. Katey provides a glimpse into her advocacy-focused keynote speech, which will include personal stories, challenges she faced in her younger years, her diagnosis journey, and effective self-advocacy strategies.They highlight the importance of advocacy for oneself and for children, and encourage listeners to attend the summit on March 7th for more insights and other enriching talks. Registration details and information about event replays are also provided. Neurodiversity in Harmony: www.everybrainisdifferent.com/register Connect with Sa...
2025-02-2802 min
Autistic and ADHD Kids Parenting Strategies: Every Brain is DifferentEmbracing Different Abilities with Katey Fortun | Ep. 83In this episode of the Every Brain is Different podcast, Samantha and Lauren talk with Katey Fortun, who shares her remarkable journey from being diagnosed with dyslexia at age 10 to becoming a successful college graduate, interior designer, multi-million dollar account executive, university lecturer, and podcast host.Katey discusses her struggles with early education and how she emerged stronger, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and celebrating different abilities. She shares insights on how parents can better support their neurodivergent children by focusing on their strengths, advocating for them, and employing practical strategies. 00:57 Introduction to K...
2025-02-2436 minThe Different Ability® PodcastDiagnosed with Dyslexia to Children’s Book Author! with Sasha SaidmanSend us a textI had so much fun talking with Sasha on this episode! We discussed growing up struggling in school and being diagnoised with dyslexia in elementary school. It was so much fun talking to someone that has been through what I have been through, of course not exactly the same, but similar! Sasha has proven to herself and the world and dyslexia hasn't held her back! Listen in and share with everyone you know!Sasha's BioSasha is a dynamic children’s author from the Washington, D.C. ar...
2024-11-1359 minThe Different Ability® PodcastDon't be afraid to try! with Sarah BruceSend us a textOhhh this episode is so good! Sarah was an amazing guest sharing her story and sharing all about her being a driving instructor for students with disabilties along with being a counsellor and life coach! She talks about how she totally changed her life in her early 40s and she's just down right inspiring! I also learn a lot more about Australia! Listen in and share this episode with others in your life! Sarah's BioSarah Bruce is a woman in her 50s, born and raised in M...
2024-11-0650 minThe Different Ability® PodcastTeaching English with an Aussie with Adriana CefalaSend us a textOh, this episode makes me smile when listening to it! Adriana and I are like sisters from another mister for sure! She's like the very long distant friend I didn't know I needed! We have so much fun chatting and learning all about Adriana, her life in Italy and her life growing up in Australia! She is so fun, funny and wonderful to listen to... You don't want to miss this episode! Message from AdrianaHi guys! My name is Adriana, a qualified teacher from Down Under...
2024-10-091h 07The Different Ability® PodcastHer medical health journey to building a legacy with Emily HartstoneSend us a textEmily so kindly shares the years of her difficult medical health journey but puts such a positive spin on the many hurdles she has had to jump over. She shares about her love of horses and competing in her younger years, to being diagnosed with many different health conditions. She is a warrior and does not give up! She owns different businesses and helps non-profits and is building a legacy of her own! Listen in to her incredible story and share with others!Connect with EmilyWebsiteI...
2024-10-0652 minThe Different Ability® PodcastFrom struggling with LD in childhood to Author, Speaker and Coach, with Patrick Richard GarciaSend us a textPatrick Richard Garcia shares his story of growing up as a child with LD, in Canada. He moved around a lot throughout his younger years. He shares his struggles, his wins, what he has learned through the years and the teachers that impacted him greatly. Going from a struggling child with LD to now an Author, Speaker and Coach, it's for sure an inspiring story! Listen in and share this episode.Patrick's Bio:Patrick Richard Garcia is a 1x international best selling author, professional executive coach, learning disability...
2024-09-181h 01
Your Daily ChocolateCelebrating Our Unique Strengths - Spotlight on The Different Ability Podcast with Katey FortunIn honor of International Podcast Day, Patty welcomes Katey Fortun, creator of 'The Different Ability' podcast. Katey advocates for people with different abilities. Highlighting inspiring stories and resources for those with disabilities, aiming to celebrate and embrace our unique differences, and emphasizing how understanding different abilities can make us all better human beings.
Find more about Katey below:
Website: https://kateyfortun.com/podcast
Podcast Links: https://thedifferentabilitypodcast.buzzsprout.com/
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-different-ability-podcast/id1526381713
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4alCbnDcqEEhR3LHBZ...
2024-09-1621 minThe Different Ability® PodcastIt's the journey up with Kari BerridgeSend us a textKari Berridge is an amazing guest with an incredible story! She vulnerability shares her story and all of the amazing things she's doing with her life now. This episode has so much wonderful information and stories, you don't want to miss it!Kari's Bio:Kari Berridge, a resilient and triumphant individual, is a devoted mother, proud grandmother, accomplished fitness coach, successful business owner, and inspiring author. In her powerful book, "Cut the Anchor," Kari shares her courageous journey of confronting limiting self-beliefs, battling Anorexia, and depression, surviving...
2024-09-101h 04The Different Ability® PodcastLoving Mother & Down Syndrome Advocate with Wendy HootonSend us a textThis is the best interview for our last episode of season 4! Wendy shares her incredible journy of becoming a monther at 23 and when she gave birth to her son, she found out 3 hours after the birth that he has Down Syndrome. It turned her world upside down in that moment, but she made him promises in the hospital that day and she has continued to keep those promises throughout his wonderful life! She's a mom on a mission to advocate for her son and others that have Down Syndrome! Enjoy the episode!
2024-07-311h 01The Different Ability® PodcastA father’s loss and grief with Jason TuttleSend us a textLoss and grief is different for everyone but on this podcast episode Jason bravely and vulnerably shares his story. Jason’s story is beautiful and also heartbreaking, but needs to be shared! He has created a safe space for people who are going through loss and grief and he’s straight forward and honest about it all!Please listen to this episode on your favorite app or the link is in my bio! Also, share this episode with others!If you’re needing a safe space to talk about your l...
2024-07-171h 24The Different Ability® PodcastDiagnoised with ADHD after her daughter was diagnosed - with Andrea AthertonSend us a textAndrea was such pleasure to have on the podcast in todays episode! She told me it was her first time talking about her own story publically and I'm so grateful she did! Her life growing up wasn't as easy as one may think, but her boldness to never give up and be who she wanted to be is inspiring! Listen in and hear all about her incredible story! Andrea's BioAndrea Atherton has 28 years of experience as a psychotherapist, spiritual counselor, and mindful love expert helping individuals...
2024-07-1057 minThe Different Ability® PodcastWheelchair accessible travel with Kristin SecorSend us a textDo you love traveling? Are you ever afraid to travel alone? Do you know someone that has a physical disability that would love to travel but is not comfortable doing so? Well this episode is for you and anyone you know! Kristin shares her story growing up with a physical disability and shares how she turned her love of travel into helping others achieve their travel goals that may never have thought they could due to their disability! Listen in, it's such an inspiring story and I myself am excited to check out...
2024-07-0351 minThe Different Ability® PodcastMusic Therapy and neurodivergent children with Samantha FooteSend us a textSamantha talked about learning, in her 30's, she has ADHD! We dive into her childhood, growing up, and now looking back at her life realizing that ADHD makes sense for her. She also talks about her career and the amazing business she owns all about helping neurodivergent children through music therapy. Her company also supports parents with childern that are neurodivergent. She also has a wonderful podcast called "Every Brain is Different Podcast". The link to that is below!Samantha's Bio:Samantha is the owner of Boise Music...
2024-06-2653 minThe Different Ability® PodcastHer Blind Parents Beautiful Love Story with Mary HarperSend us a textOh this episode is so dang beautiful! Mary Harper shares her parents incredibly beautiful love story! Both of her parents were blind and she shares so much about their journey thorugh life and what Mary learned from growing up with her parents being blind. Did I tear up and cry during this episode? Absolutly! It's one of the most beautiful stories I have heard in a long time! You don't want to miss it!Mary's Bio:Mary Pieroni Harper is a happily retired psychotherapist and author of...
2024-06-191h 07The Different Ability® Podcast"The Inclusive Dad" with Aaron DeVriesSend us a textAaron is an amazing advoate not only for his child that has a Different Ability® but for any child with a Different Ability®! His daughter was born having epilepsy and also cerebral palsy. He has been her advocate since she was 3 months old, when he found out. He contiunies to be her advocate and also helps other parents advocate for their child have a more inclusive life! Aaron's Bio:Aaron DeVries, Founder of The Inclusive Dad, is a relentless advocate for building stronger communities through inclusion. He proudly displays an...
2024-06-1251 minThe Different Ability® Podcast"Is It Dyslexia?" with April McMurtreySend us a textI was introduced to April and all that she does by following her on Instagram and seeing her incredible reels. Her videos truly have changed me and helped me in more way to even try to explain. What April is doing for the world of Dyslexia is nothing short of amazing! I can't wait for you to hear today's episode. It made me cry editing it and thinking back on my life before being diagonised and after being diagnoised with Dyslexia. Listen in and please share this episode with everyone you know!
2024-06-051h 02The Different Ability® Podcast"It all came from TikTok" Learing she may have a Different Ability® from TikTok with Nina ClappertonSend us a textThis interview with Nina is full of her amazing stories! She takes us through her life growing up and in her 20's realizes from Tiktok that she may have a Different Ability®! Then she went on to get an actual diagnosis to then a few months later accidently getting a shocking diagnosis! Nina is an incredible storyteller, this episode does not disapoint! Nina's Bio:Nina Clapperton is the founder of She Knows SEO, a digital marketing agency for content creators. She's found unique ways to accommodate for her m...
2024-05-291h 05The Different Ability® PodcastHer story of living in Iran before and after the revolution with Soodabeh MokrySend us a textSoodabeh's story is unlike any story we have had on the Different Ability® Podcast to date. I'm so grateful that she was willing to share her incredible story with us on today's episode! Read more about Soodabeh HERE! Connect with Soodabeh:WebsiteInstagramFacebookYouTube TikTokBuy Her books HERE!Thank you to our partner this week:Showit! Want to start a website or update your current one on an easy to use platform? Check o...
2024-05-251h 02The Different Ability® PodcastAdvocating & educating people about his disability from a young age! with Nick SmitSend us a textThis episode I'm interviewing my new friend all the way from South Africa! This is the first of many episodes with Nick, he has an incredible story and is doing so many amazing things in the disability world!Nick's Bio:A teacher by profession and passion which led him into public speaking, corporate training and disability advocacy. He is part of the PSASA (Professional Speakers’ Association of South Africa), runs two companies - Straight A Tutors and Smergos and launched his speaker brand – The Rebel Ninja.He believes that...
2024-05-1556 minThe Different Ability® PodcastAdvoating for her two build children and creating change in the world! with Kristin SmedleySend us a textWe go way back when she was a child, what she learned while playing softball and having her father as her coach, being an amazing teacher, to becoming a monther. After she had her first born child, 4 months in, she learned that her son was leagally blind. She shares her vulnerable, honest feelings finding that out. A few years later she had another son and he also was diagnoised legally blind and then not long after that she had a sighted daughter. She shares it all with us! Kristin's Bio:
2024-05-081h 05The Different Ability® PodcastWARRIOR! Fought many battles and she's not giving up! with Neosho PonderSend us a textNeosho has fought so many battles in her life and she continues to win! This episode is full of stories trials Neosho went through and she fought her way through them. In this interview I kept coming back to the word warrior. I truly believe that word is perfect to sum up this episode. Neosho was also so fun to talk to, she's funny and she finds the humor in life.Neosho's Bio:Neosho C. Ponder, Ph.D. symbolizes perseverance, strength, and resilience. This left-handed, professional auntie is an educator...
2024-05-011h 08The Different Ability® PodcastDiagnosed in her 50's with ADHD and helping so many people along the way with Anita HempeniusSend us a textWe talked with Anita on this episode about her being diagnosed with ADHD in her 50's, her incredibly full life of amazingness! She is doing SO many amazing things, like helping people with ADHD, couples with ADHD, teaching children with disabilities just to name a few! She is doing so much more than that, and I highly suggest not only listening to this episode, share it with anyone you know and connecting with Anita! She's my wonderful guest today from across the pond and you will love listening to her story!...
2024-04-2449 minThe Different Ability® PodcastContinuing to live her purpose with Alma ThomasSend us a textThis episode is an incredible episode. My guest Alma, shares her story and takes us on her many trials in her life. She is an inspiration for everything she has been through and continues to go through, but she doesn't give up! Listen in to her amazing story!I also want to wish Alma's late son, Tysean, a heavenly happy birthday, April 17th. It was meant to be that April 17th landed on a Wednesday when I release new episodes. I'm sure he's watching over her achieve all of her goals a...
2024-04-1732 minThe Different Ability® PodcastSo Many Amazing Guests Coming!Send us a textFrom one facebook post on a podcast guest group, stating I'm always looking for new guests... to my evenings for the next few months booked with amazing podcast guests!And YOU get to hear it all. So, be sure to subscribe, go back and listen to other episodes and get ready for amazing guest and their stories on the Different Ability® Podcast!Thank you to our partner this week:Showit! Want to start a website or update your current one on an easy to use platform? C...
2024-04-1011 minThe Different Ability® PodcastLet's stop glorifying working 24/7 or hustle culture!Send us a textOoo this week was a great week for me to hit record on this topic for this episode! Listen in, you don't want to miss me talking all about how I don't subscribe to working 24/7 or the hustle culture! Thank you to our partner this week:Showit! Want to start a website or update your current one on an easy to use platform? Check out Showit! It's the website platform I use to create my website and blog! You can get one month free when signing up w...
2024-04-0312 min
The Pursuit of Badasserie: The PodcastBold Selling with Katey FortunEpisode 70: Bold Selling with Katey Fortun
Words tell, but stories sell. Join us in today’s podcast as we sit down with Katey Fortun, a seasoned sales expert with a knack for turning tales into triumphs. Katey takes us on a journey through her unconventional path from interior designer to commercial furniture sales mogul in the heart of small-town Wisconsin.
In this episode, Katey shares candidly about her humble beginnings, the power of building authentic relationships, and the art of being boldly persistent in sales. From her cautionary tales of talking to strangers to transforming a...
2024-03-0536 min
Design the life you love: Soul Led Life and Intuition with Lynz#36 Special Guest Katey FortunListen in on my conversation with my special guest Katey Fortun a fellow interior designer, motivational speaker, the creator & host of the Different Ability Podcast where she helps break down the stigma that being different is bad. She took her dyslexia, something that made her different and celebrated it! She's an inspiration, a leader and someone who is making a difference in the world. She'll be back on the show again soon! Make sure to check out her website, podcast & social for even more Katey!
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kateyfortun/ Instagram Different Ability® Podcast: https://www.i...
2024-02-1351 minThe Different Ability® PodcastWhat's Next?!Send us a textWhat's next for your friend Katey and this podcast? Listen in and find out! Hint - it's all great news! Episode Add Link: www.shopkateyfortun.com Stay in the loop with the new Different Ability® product I'll be launching!Sign Up Here!Shop new products here!Places you can reach me at:Website:https://kateyfortun.com/https://kateyfortun.com/podcastInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/kateyfortun/https://www.instagram.com/differentabilitypodcast/
2023-08-2313 min
Create the Courage to be FearlessStanding Up For Myself Being Dyslexic And Celebrating My Different Ability w/ Katey Fortun EP 20Send us a textStanding Up For Myself Being Dyslexic And Celebrating My Different Ability w/ Katey Fortun EP 20Working at an incredible commercial furniture dealer, from home, for her "day job" and building her dream brand and business. Katey is THE DIFFERENT ABILITY® Podcast HostThe different ability girl who isn’t afraid of being herself that makes friends for a living and here to break down the stigma that being different is bad. It’s not, being different is amazing and it’s time we celebrated our differences and also is D...
2022-07-1236 minThe Different Ability® PodcastPep talk from KateySend us a textWe all need a pep talk sometimes. This episode is just that. It's an episode to cheer you on and give you positivity and some motivation!Enjoy and thank you for listening! Stay in the loop with the new Different Ability® product I'll be launching!Sign Up Here!Shop new products here!Places you can reach me at:Website:https://kateyfortun.com/https://kateyfortun.com/podcastInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/kateyfortun/ht...
2022-02-0209 minThe Different Ability® PodcastDyslexia StrugglesSend us a textToday's episode I talk about a few of the things I struggle with having dyslexia. I open up and dig deep into actual real struggles I face on a daily basis but also share a few tips and tricks that help me through these struggles.Stay in the loop with the new Different Ability® product I'll be launching!Sign Up Here!Shop new products here!Places you can reach me at:Website:https://kateyfortun.com/https://ka...
2021-10-0615 minThe Different Ability® PodcastDoes hours of homework create bad habits and boundaries for kids?Send us a textHave you ever thought maybe it's not a great idea that we are teaching our kids at an early age that they have to go to school (which is like work for adults) all day 7-8 hours and then come home and do "homework" outside of school for 1-4 hours? This is the question I'm asking in today's episode!I talked a bit about this on my youtube channel earlier this week and dug a lot deeper on this topic in today's episode! Check out my youtube video to see what I...
2021-09-2918 minThe Different Ability® PodcastQualities and values are your identity with ShannonSend us a textIn today’s episode you will hear some pretty incredible stories from my guest Shannon’s life! Shannon, like many, struggled as a child and never was formally diagnosed with any sort of learning disability. What I love is she truly believes that your qualities and values are your identity, not your “disability”. Your disability doesn’t define you!Have you heard of synesthesia? Yeah I hadn't either! Listen in to today's episode and learn more about this oh so interesting Different Ability®! Check out the blog post to read more ab...
2021-09-2255 minThe Different Ability® PodcastPeople are people no matter what ability! with Dustin HenslinSend us a textI'm so grateful to have Dustin as a guest to share his incredible story! Dustin was diagnosed with CP, Cerebral Palsy, at the age of one and he shares some of his story on today's episode. "People are people no matter what ability" is one of the many amazing things Dustin said on today's podcast episode.Listen in, Dustin's story is amazing! Check out the blog post to read more about Dustin here!Connect with Dustin!InstagramStay in the...
2021-09-1545 minThe Different Ability® PodcastTo Own Your Learning with MeiSend us a textWow, this episode we cover so much from my amazing guest Mei! Growing up and teaching in Asia to now living and teaching in the US (with a twist). Tune in to hear her incredible story and how she's helping others to own their learning and teaching others how to love learning!Check out the blog post to read more about Mei here!Connect with Mei!Instagram Stay in the loop with the new Different Ability® product I'll be launching!Sign Up...
2021-09-0842 minThe Different Ability® PodcastBehind the Different Ability® ScenesSend us a textToday's episode I share a bit about a course that I will be launching soon (hopefully) and that I have been working on behind the scenes for a while now! I also share Different Ability® stats that truly blew my mind! Please be sure hit subscribe so you don't miss any more episodes!Also, if you'd like to stay in the loop about The Different Ability® Advocacy Course for Families, subscribe to my email list here where I will send updates right to your email inbox!
2021-09-0114 minThe Different Ability® PodcastOMG It's Harvey Korman's Son! With Chris KormanSend us a textChris Korman not only is the son of the late Actor and Comedian, Harvey Korman, he is an advocate for kids with learning disabilities. Chris shares a small part of his story on today's episode. One of my favorite parts of the episode is when he says "My Father, Harvey Korman, was a father first". Check out the blog post to learn more here!Connect with Chris!FacebookLinkedInBuy is bookStay in the loop with the new Different A...
2021-08-2558 minThe Different Ability® PodcastOh my gosh, I own a trademark!Send us a textIn this episode I share all about getting my Different Ability® brand trademarked and officially registered! I actually own a trademark and it's still so crazy to me!There's a deeper reason why Different Ability® means so much to me. Listen in to find out why!If you'd like to watch the youtube video I recorded all about this as well, click here!Stay in the loop with the new Different Ability® product I'll be launching!Sign Up Here!Shop new...
2021-08-1813 minThe Different Ability® PodcastParent Advocate and Building Your Tool Box with Raya KarinSend us a textRaya Karin is an amazing woman, educator, advocate, mother and so much more! Today's episode is full of so much helpful, eye opening information and I'm so grateful she was willing to share a few of her stories with us all! Raya not only is an advocate for herself, she advocates for her two daughters and others in the community!Connect with Raya!WebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedInLinktreeYoutubeRead the Blog Post here! Stay in the...
2021-08-1157 minThe Different Ability® PodcastAre you living your life purpose? with Dennard MitchellSend us a textDennard Mitchell is a one of a kind human being! Today's episode we talk from his childhood all the way to what he's doing today! Every moment of this podcast episode is peer gold! But one of the things I love that Dennard asks himself is are you living your life purpose?So today's episode is more than the normal living your life purpose chat! Please do yourself a favor and listen in! Buy Dennard's Book Here 👉🏼 "Write, Publish, Leverage"Connect with Dennard!WebsiteWork with De...
2021-08-0450 minThe Different Ability® PodcastI'm here because...Send us a textI'm here because of consistency. I'm here because of a dream. I'm here because of my why. And I'm here because I never give up!Season 2 of the Different Ability™ Podcast is a big deal to me. It shows me so many things... here are a few: 1. Consistency is key!2. I and only I can keep myself accountable!3. Having a clear and meaningful why keeps me going!Listen in to hear the rest of I'm here because... Stay in the loop...
2021-07-2812 minThe Different Ability® PodcastTeacher Secondary Trauma and Burnout with Ayesis ClaySend us a textAyesis Clay is a unicorn (former) teacher and that's an understatement! She shares her story of becoming a teacher and working in the education system for many years. Ayesis talks about how secondary trauma and burnout became her reality as a teacher.Ayesis was not only an incredible teacher, she in an incredible artist through and through! Writing a play was therapy for her AND lucky us, she shared a sneak peek of her performance in today's Episode! She is performing for the first time ever and audio version of her...
2021-07-2153 minThe Different Ability® PodcastCalling All Parents, Guardians & Families!Send us a textThis one's for the Parents, Guardians & Families! Is your child struggling and you're trying to get them the help they need? Does your child learn differently? You're not alone! The school system is in need of a huge change. But we need to work together with the schools, administration and teachers! Everyone learns differently and will continue to learn differently. We are all in this together and we can create change together!Stay in the loop with the new Different Ability® product I'll be launching!Sign U...
2021-07-1411 minThe Different Ability® PodcastCalling All Admin and Teachers!Send us a textThis one's for the Administration and Teachers. It's time for a change, teaching inside of a box is not working and has never worked. Everyone learns differently and will continue to learn differently. We are all in this together and we can create change together!Stay in the loop with the new Different Ability® product I'll be launching!Sign Up Here!Shop new products here!Places you can reach me at:Website:https://kateyfortun.com/https://kateyfortun.com/po...
2021-07-0712 minThe Different Ability® PodcastRespectfully Disrupting The Education SystemSend us a textThe education system has not changed in MANY years... like way too many years. Unfortunately we are still teaching inside of a box. Where all kids need to learn the "same way" when in reality everyone learns differently! I'm here to Respectfully disrupt the education system! It's time we stop trying to put kids inside of a box to learn and let's break down those box walls and teach kids they way the need to be taught... Differently! No pointing fingers here! It's up to all of us...
2021-06-3014 minThe Different Ability® PodcastYou are amazing!Send us a textYou my friend are amazing! Your Different Ability™ is your superpower! It's about time we all celebrate our differences! When you or your child is diagnosed with a disability all anyone talks about is everything you can't do... well I'm here to encourage you to write down and remember your strengths and what you're amazing at! Our areas of improvement are important but we cannot get overwhelmed with the things we are not great at! We need to celebrate and remind ourselves daily what we are great at and what makes us...
2021-06-2315 minThe Different Ability® Podcast5 things I'd tell my younger self!Send us a textListen in to today's episode to hear the 5 things I'd tell my younger self! Now I do have more than 5 things I'd tell my younger self but these are just the top 5 right now... this will change I'm sure as I learn and grow!Stay in the loop with the new Different Ability® product I'll be launching!Sign Up Here!Shop new products here!Places you can reach me at:Website:https://kateyfortun.com/https://kateyfortun.com/podcast
2021-06-1616 minThe Different Ability® PodcastMy Promise To You!Send us a textI made a promise to my Grandma last year the day she passed away. Listen in to hear my promise to you!Stay in the loop with the new Different Ability™ product I'll be launching in 2021.Sign Up Here!Stay in the loop with the new Different Ability® product I'll be launching!Sign Up Here!Shop new products here!Places you can reach me at:Website:https://kateyfortun.com/https://kateyfortun.com/podcastInst...
2021-06-0915 minThe Different Ability® PodcastDifferent Ability™ = Superpower!Send us a textAs I have stated before, we all have different abilities, yes everyone does! It's about time we use our different abilities to our advantage. What make us different is what is so special about each and every one of us.Listen in to today's episode where I talk about how I learned about myself, learned about my Different Ability™ and how I use it as my superpower! What's your superpower?!Be sure to download my worksheet for you and/or your child! 👇🏼Freebie: Strengths and Areas of Impro...
2021-06-0211 minThe Different Ability® PodcastDo I have ADHD?!Send us a textSo I'm NOT medically diagnosed but the podcast episode (linked below) that I listened to totally blew my mind! Listen in to today's episode where I share about listening to a podcast episode and after it was done I thought to myself "oh my gosh, I think I might have some sort of ADHD"!Like I have said in the past and I'll never stop saying it, learning about yourself throughout your entire life is one of the most important things you can do for yourself! Never stop learning about you...
2021-05-2614 minThe Different Ability® PodcastConfidence in who you are!Send us a textWe all have been hearing a lot of:"being who you are""confidence in who you are""speaking your truth""taking a stand for something"Those are all great things to live by and work on every day BUT not everyone is at that point. When some people hear those words it's overwhelming to them. Listen in to today's episode where I share the most important thing I believe everyone should do before you can get to those above statements. Stay in the...
2021-05-1916 minThe Different Ability® PodcastBehind the Scenes with Richard ChrzSend us a textThis is a behind the scenes episode with Richard Chrz. Richard and I talk so much before and after the actual episode I can't leave out this gold he talks about!Connect with Richard!Local Lupus AllianceAccess Our CityGoosebumpsPast Episodes with Richard:Episode 42Episode 37_________________________Stay in the loop with the new Different Ability™ product I'll be launching in 2021.Sign Up Here!Please remember:It's not your disability, it's your Different Ability™!
2021-05-1226 minThe Different Ability® PodcastAccess Our City with Richard ChrzSend us a textImagine today your walking and tomorrow your not. Have you ever thought that one day you could have your "normal" life walking around and then next day you're not? Have you thought about how your life would change if you were in a wheelchair full time? Have you ever thought about how doing your day to day activities would drastically change if you were in a wheelchair? How about going out to eat at your favorite restaurant or shopping at your favorite local store?Many of us do not t...
2021-05-0546 minThe Different Ability® PodcastMy Deaf Experience with Kellina PowellSend us a textToday's guest is one in a million! Kellina is not only a smart, beautiful, powerful and an inspiring soul; she happens to be deaf as well! Kellina is on an incredible journey to empower the deaf community and educate all on how to be inclusive!The stories she shares in this episode will inspire you to learn more about the deaf community, be more inclusive and better understand the struggles that come with a global pandemic, wearing masks and being deaf. You DO NOT want to miss this episode!
2021-04-2835 minThe Different Ability® PodcastBuilding Little Leaders with Andrea MonroeSend us a textAndrea is a true gift to this world! She is single handedly building little leaders each and every day! We discuss so many amazing topics in this episode, all from her childhood, her time in the military and how she was at the Pentagon on 9-11, to everything she's working on now and in her future to educate kids, parents and educators! Again, Andrea is a truly incredible human and you need to know her!Connect with Andrea!FacebookInstagramCheck out the blog post here!
2021-04-2151 minThe Different Ability® PodcastDiagnosed at 50 years old with Larissa RussellSend us a textIt's never too late to be diagnosed! That is one part of the amazing conversation I had with Larissa in this episode. This conversation was truly incredible and is so important for everyone to listen to!I love Larissa's outlook on being diagnosed at age 50 and how that changed her life, for the better! She now knows why she is the way she is. She now looks back and can reflect on things in her past. And oh my gosh the amount of things she has accomplished in 3 years after being...
2021-04-1437 minThe Different Ability® PodcastInspiring kids each and every day with Quinton JonesSend us a textWell Q is my new best friend... that's for sure! Gosh darn it I love this episode with Quinton (Q) Jones. The stories he brings. He's so easy to listen to. He has such a calming but powerful voice... he's an incredible speaker and I can't wait to speak on stage with Q someday in the near future! Q is inspiring kids each and every day! Connect with Q!FacebookInstagramTwitterCheck out the blog post here!Stay in the loop with the...
2021-04-0746 minThe Different Ability® PodcastA life changing moment - to now changing lives with Richard ChrzSend us a textYou may laugh, you may be sad, you may be in shock but I know for a fact you will be empowered after listening to this episode with my friend Richard Chrz! The amount of amazing stories and the rollercoaster of emotions will make you want so much more! Don't worry, Richard will be back! We have a lot more to talk!Richard is one of a kind and I'm so honored to have him as a guest on the Different Ability™ Podcast! His beautiful midwestern heart will grab your attention an...
2021-03-311h 13The Different Ability® PodcastA sibling's perspective with Diana SwillingerSend us a textDiana Swillinger is oh so amazing! This episode we went down so many incredible roads. Diana talks about her childhood, growing up having a sibling with a Different Ability™ and the impact that had on her life. Her sibling's perspective is a beautiful perspective that we all need to hear! The siblings perspective is so powerful and so important for each of us to remember and learn from!Diana digs deep into a powerful mindset and how for many years she was living a life of how she "thought she was su...
2021-03-2452 minThe Different Ability® PodcastOne Size Does NOT Fit All!Send us a textThe Education System is broken. It has come to my attention that the system has not changed much in over 20+ years since I have been diagnosed with a learning disability. The system is still trying to teach in a "one size fits all box". Well my friends, one size does not fit all in education nor in clothing or even in life in general! One size will never fit all and it's about time for a huge disruption and change in our education system to ensure kids are not falling through t...
2021-03-1713 minThe Different Ability® PodcastLearning to Stay Centered with Shylla WebbSend us a textShylla Webb is absolutely incredible! This interview was so amazing and informative! Shylla does such a great job at calming people down, especially me! In this episode she teaches us a few steps on how to stay centered and why it's so important for us all!Connect with Shylla:Website | Inner MatterFacebook Check out the blog post as well!Stay in the loop with the new Different Ability™ product I'll be launching in 2021.Sign Up Here!Please remember:It...
2021-03-1038 minThe Different Ability® PodcastCracking my B.A.N.K code with Angel BaneySend us a textAngel asked me to crack my B.A.N.K code with her in real time on my podcast and then explain what it was all about. I have to say, I had no idea what to expect and didn't know what this "test" was about at all.This B.A.N.K code was a bit mind blowing! It was so interesting to do in real time and I learned sooo much about my code. What I thought was so cool was how I chose each card in the order I...
2021-03-0355 minThe Different Ability® PodcastGiving Kids Opportunities to Learn with Veronica ShierSend us a textAre you ready for a breath of fresh air?! Well this is the episode you want to listen to! Veronica talks about giving kids opportunities to learn about people that are different than you and boy does she have some inspiring stories to share!Communication is key for Veronica. She talks about how we need to take opportunities to talk to kids about people's differences! If a kid sees someone different, don't pull your kid away and pretend they didn't ask, take that opportunity to talk about all of our differences...
2021-02-2457 minThe Different Ability® PodcastLet's Talk Learning Disabilities with Gina DahlSend us a textToday I talk with an amazing teacher I had in high school that taught me all about my disability! Gina and I talk about so many different topics during this episode. But one of her greatest messages is to learn about yourself, and if you are struggling it's ok to ask for help and you should ask for help if you have a disability or not!Tune in, there's so much more to this great conversation, you don't want to miss it!Here the show notes blog post for...
2021-02-1750 minThe Different Ability® PodcastOvercoming A Learning Disability with Paul VibesSend us a textPaul is all about guiding others with his stories on how to becoming more than your challenges! He himself grew up with a learning disability and the stories he shares will connect with so many! Paul educates others on so many topics. He is very passionate about is offering tools and mindsets to help others overcome what life throws at them.Listen in to learn more about the Long Island Buddy Club and his podcast, The People's Podcast. There's a reason he goes by "Paul Vibes" and once you listen to t...
2021-02-1041 minThe Different Ability® PodcastA Red Letter Day with Rick WerrySend us a textEveryone needs to hear Rick Werry's story! This episode is SO inspiring! Rick has so many great stories and I know that these are just a few of his amazing stories! Bio:Rick Werry was born in a small town in Utah. The youngest of 4 kids growing up on a dairy farm. As a teenager Rick loved sports and being outdoors.In 2007 Rick married his college sweetheart Tara. One year later while building their house, Rick was in a construction accident and broke his neck. His life changed...
2021-02-031h 02The Different Ability® PodcastLearning To Listen with Will TaylorSend us a textWill Taylor is my first international guest and I'm so honored to have him on The Different Ability™ Podcast! I truly appreciate his perspective and how he really got me to think differently! Chatting with Will for 40 minutes really has left a huge impact in my life!Will Taylor has been working with children, young people and adults for nearly 20 year through therapeutic coaching / counselling / training or mentoring. Now he is supporting people overcome the feeling of not being good enough. From a mum or dad struggling in their parenting role to...
2021-01-2758 minThe Different Ability® Podcast"Be The Drip That Rips" with Janet MacKay!Send us a textThis interview was so much fun to have! You do not want to miss hearing from the amazing Janet MacKay!Janet Mackay is a highly sought-after motivational speaker, most known for her incredible passion and high energy for helping people realize the power they have to create a massive ripple effect of positive energy and INPact throughout the world. She is founder of INPact Academy and has been creating outstanding programs and experiences for thousands of children and their families every summer and most recently through her on-line platform. Her...
2021-01-2044 minThe Different Ability® PodcastWhat Enneagram Number Am I?!Send us a text2021 is a year for learning and growing for me. So late in 2020 I took the Enneagram test and it surprised me on my number and my wing number!What is the Enneagram? (Source: click here)The Enneagram is a system of personality typing that describes patterns in how people interpret the world and manage their emotions. The Enneagram describes nine personality types and maps each of these types on a nine-pointed diagram which helps to illustrate how the types relate to one another.
2021-01-1319 minThe Different Ability® PodcastNew Year, New Guests!Send us a textHappy New Year! Happy 2021!This episode I share about some of the goal and secret (not so secret anymore) things I'm working on!If you or anyone you know would be a great guest on this podcast please visit: https://kateyfortun.com/podcast and send a note! We can chat and see if it's a good fit!I'm looking to talk to anyone that is interested in sharing a story or two... which in turn will connect with others and make people not feel so alone. Everyone's...
2021-01-0610 minThe Different Ability® PodcastThe 8 things 2020 has taught me!Send us a text2020 has taught me a lot more than 8 things but I decided to share with you the 8 biggest things 2020 has taught me.We all know 2020 has been a tough year. But I do believe that with in difficult times it gives us the opportunity to grow!Happy New Year and here's to a great start to 2021!Stay in the loop with the new Different Ability™ product I'll be launching in 2021.Sign Up Here!Join my Positivity Challenge and sign up here! I will be...
2020-12-3022 minThe Different Ability® PodcastFinding Gratitude!Send us a textBeing grateful doesn't mean that your life is perfect and everything is sunshine and roses. We can be grateful for the smallest of things and the biggest of things.So today's episode is all about Finding Gratitude in a very difficult year, month, week, day and moment. Have a wonderful Holiday and Happy New Year!If you'd like to participate in the bonus video I'm creating Sign Up Here!Stay in the loop with the new Different Ability™ product I'll be launching in 2021.Sign Up...
2020-12-2313 minThe Different Ability® PodcastLaunching new products in 2021!Send us a textWell this episode I drop some big news for up coming products I'm working on that will be launching in early 2021! This episode is keeping me accountable for what I have been dreaming to do!So get ready and of course you don't want to miss anything new that I'm launching in 2021! Sign up below so you in fact don't miss anything else AND where you can be a part of the decision process!Stay in the loop. Sign Up Here!Join my Positivity Challenge and sign...
2020-12-1616 minThe Different Ability® PodcastTesting Outside Of The ClassroomSend us a textIf you are a teacher that sees students struggle in your class, this is the episode for you to listen to. If you have a kid that is too afraid to leave the classroom to take a test or get help, this is the episode for you to listen to!If you have a kid that struggles in school taking tests, this is the episode for you and your kids to listen to!If you're looking for a few vulnerable stories and a heck of a lot o...
2020-12-0917 minThe Different Ability® PodcastThe Hidden Disability with Jess GumnessSend us a textShe's here again! I have the amazing Jess Gumness as a guest on today's podcast episode.We talk all about having a hidden disability, how reading in front of the class was such a struggle and so much more!You don't want to miss this amazing episode. I'll be working on the show notes and will post the link here once they are finished!YouTube video we talked about in the episode:Episode 50Join my Positivity Challenge and sign up here!...
2020-12-0234 minThe Different Ability® PodcastLearning About Yourself!Send us a textThis week's episode is a bit different! I took three of my YouTube Motivation Moment Videos, took the audio and created this podcast episode. This episode is all about learning about yourself! I talk touch on three different areas:1. Learning about yourself and why it's important (YouTube Episode 48)2. Why I write in all CAPS (YouTube Episode 49)3. Why I love audio vs reading (YouTube Episode 50)To read the full show notes head over to:https://kateyfortun.com/2020/11/25/podcast-episode-19/YouTube Motivation Moment EpisodesEpisode 48
2020-11-2528 minThe Different Ability® PodcastYou can do anything in the world!Send us a textYou really can do anything in the world!This week's episode I talk all about how we need to believe in ourselves, dream big dreams, never give up on ourselves or our dreams!It's all about hard work, determination and never giving up!To read the full show notes head over to:https://kateyfortun.com/2020/11/18/podcast-episode-18/Join my Positivity Challenge and sign up here!https://kateyfortun.com/positivity-challenge-freebiePlease remember:It's not your disability, it's your Different Ability™...
2020-11-1814 minThe Different Ability® PodcastCaring For Our Mental Health!Send us a textSo here's some real talk... many things in life are kind of crazy right now right? Many of these things are out of our control. One thing that is not out of our control is taking care of ourselves! Our mental health is so important! This episode I share how I have been feeling with all of the outside things in the world happening around us. I talk about how I wasn't feeling myself and wasn't proud of some of my negative thoughts that were happening.So I decided to...
2020-11-1119 minThe Different Ability® PodcastKindness Over Hate!Send us a textIn this interesting world we are living in right now I choose kindness over hate. How about you?In today's episode I talk all about how kindness and positivity can change not only our lives but the lives of others around us and will for sure change the world for the better! Let's all practice positivity and kindness and watch that change the world right before our eyes!Join my Positivity Challenge and sign up here!https://kateyfortun.com/positivity-challenge-freebiePlease remember:...
2020-11-0413 min
The Different Ability® PodcastUsing her Different Ability™ in her career! with JessicaSend us a textThe Different Ability™ Podcast's first interview! I couldn't have picked a better first guest!Jess is just simply amazing. From her Different Ability™ story, to her being a full time stay at home mom, full time graduate student going for her masters, to working at the University... and here she is taking time to inspire you! I mean the girl does it all!This interview had me in tears more than once. Jess has the biggest heart of anyone I know and she is 100% herself! She shares vulnerable stories and r...
2020-10-2836 minThe Different Ability® PodcastAdvocating For Yourself!Send us a textAlright, it's about time we talk about one of the most important things I talk about! Today's episode is all about advocating for yourself and why it's so important! In this episode I share stories, I give tips and tricks of what I have done to advocate for myself and how these tips could help you as well!Advocating for yourself is not just talking about your Different Ability™, it's also about standing up for yourself and building confidence in yourself! Practicing the tips I talk about in this po...
2020-10-2116 minThe Different Ability® PodcastBIG ANNOUNCEMENT... Launching a challenge!Send us a textI'm putting it out there to the world. I have a big announcement and I can't wait for you to listen in and learn about the challenge I'm launching next week!We are living in a year of a lot of negativity, change, challenges and so much more. I thought why not bring more positivity to our lives! So that's why I'm launching the Positivity Challenge 2020! Listen in to hear all about it! Stay tuned for more updates that will be coming soon! Below you can follow me on...
2020-10-1409 minThe Different Ability® PodcastBuilding ConfidenceSend us a textConfidence is key but you don't just wake up one day full of confidence. It takes practice building self confidence. It's pretty simple but it is not easy, it takes time! In my opinion building confidence is an ongoing practice that we will need to do the rest of our life!How are you going to practice confidence in your daily life? It's so important and necessary to stay positive and build self confidence every day! I believe in you!We all have Different Abilities, how are you going...
2020-10-0711 minThe Different Ability® PodcastPIVOT!Send us a textPivot... This year we have heard that word a lot this year haven't we? Maybe 2020 is the year to pivot?!If you're not happy with where you are in life right now, maybe it's time for a change or a pivot in your life? I know for myself, I have had more than one pivot this year.In this episode I share a story of a very recent time that I have had to pivot this year. It's probably not what you think it is but no pivot is...
2020-09-3016 minThe Different Ability® PodcastLife isn't perfect...Send us a textWe're living in a pretty crazy time aren't we? Has life ever been perfect? No, it hasn't. This episode I share a story of a difficult time in my life where I lost my first job out of college. When so many people right now are losing their jobs, furloughed, don't know what tomorrow will bring for their careers, we have to remember we are not alone in this crazy thing we call life.Live is never going to be "perfect" and that's ok! When life throws a curveball, if we...
2020-09-2315 minThe Different Ability® PodcastOwn Your Different Ability!Send us a textYes, Own It! Own your differences and your Different Ability!In this episode I talk about owning our differences and our Different Abilities. What is your Different Ability? What makes you different? What makes you unique? How can you use what makes you different and unique to: 1. better the world, 2. change someone's life for the better, 3. help connect one another and knowing being different is amazing! Let's use our Different Abilities to change the world together, one story at a time!Please remember:It's not...
2020-09-1610 minThe Different Ability® PodcastWhat is your Different Ability?Send us a textLet's talk about learning about our Different Abilities!In this episode I share some of the ways I learned more about who I am and what my different ability is to me! All of our different abilities affect each of us in different ways so that's why I believe what I talk about in this episode is so important!I discuss how knowing my strengths and areas of improvements is a game changer. We all need to know the areas we are strong in, what we are good at a...
2020-09-0914 minThe Different Ability® PodcastWhat is a Different Ability?Send us a textI believe everyone has a Different Ability. Everyone has a story, everyone has overcome something in their life and I believe that's their Different Ability. On an even deeper level, a Different Ability for me is me learning differently, having Dyslexia. Instead of calling it my learning disability, I call it my Different Ability!Everyone in the world is different. We all learn differently, believe differently, think differently, love differently, look differently and I believe it's about time to celebrate our differences. Instead of judging others because they are "different" it's...
2020-09-0214 minThe Different Ability® PodcastHow I Started Public SpeakingSend us a textEver wonder how I got started in public speaking? Well today's episode I share that story. I share a story about my amazing Great Aunt Lynn and how she was bold in telling me “no, you're not going there…” If it wasn't for my Great Aunt Lynn, I wouldn't be where I am today, I truly believe that!I live each day striving to live a part of her amazing legacy! My Great Aunt Lynn saw something in me way back in high school, that I never saw in myself. I'm so gra...
2020-08-2613 min