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Laura Riggio
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The Retirement Wisdom Podcast
Turning the Page in Retirement – Stephen Riggio
Is 2025 your year? Join our Design Your New Life in Retirement Program – two new groups start in January. Early registration discount ends November 30th | Only a few spots left. Learn more ______________________ When you’re retiring, you think of what you’re leaving. Your work. Your paycheck. Your office. Your colleagues. But what’s next? There are many benefits to taking on something new. Something that’s challenging, and maybe even out of the box. Stephen Riggio shares his experience. Stephen Riggio joins us from New York. ...
2024-11-25
25 min
From The Green Notebook
Stephen Riggio- The Tale of the Beati Paoli
Send us a textThe FTGN Merch Store is Live!! Help Support the site with official FTGN Gear!In this episode, Joe sits down with Stephen Riggio, former CEO of Barnes & Noble, to uncover the personal journey that led him to translate Sicilian Avengers, an epic historical novel set in 18th-century Sicily. But this is more than a conversation about a book—it's a story of deep roots, personal loss, and a quest to rediscover purpose.Stephen opens up about reconnecting with his Sicilian heritage alongside hi...
2024-11-08
54 min
Born Fabulous
Part 4, Interview with Steve and Laura Riggio - Melissa's Place in History Books
Send us a textThe last part of a conversation with Steve Riggio, former CEO of Barnes & Noble, and his wife Laura, a retired educator, about the fascinating life of their daughter Melissa. Melissa was a published author, self-advocate, and role model. She happened to have Down syndrome. Melissa passed away in 2008 at age 20. The Riggios discuss Melissa's place in history books, more about her writing, and advice for young parents. Melissa's spirit and legacy live on in many ways, thanks to her drive, and her family's dedication to keep improving the lives of so many.
2019-04-18
16 min
Born Fabulous
Part 3, Interview with Steve and Laura Riggio - Discussing Melissa's Accomplishments, Best Advice Received, and More...
Send us a textThis is the third part of a conversation with Steve Riggio, former CEO of Barnes & Noble, and his wife Laura, a retired educator, about the inspiring life of their daughter Melissa. Melissa was a published author, self-advocate, and role model. She happened to have Down syndrome. Melissa passed away in 2008 at age 20. The Riggios discuss some of Melissa's better known accomplishments in writing, including her lyrics to two songs. Social highlights, their wonderful family, and the best advice they ever received are also mentioned. High expectations, increasing awareness, and breaking stereotypes are evident...
2019-04-11
29 min
Born Fabulous
Part 2, Interview with Steve and Laura Riggio - Thriving in High School and Beyond
Send us a textContinuing a conversation with Steve Riggio, former CEO of Barnes & Noble, and his wife Laura, about the wonderful life of their daughter Melissa. Melissa was a published author, self-advocate, and role model. She happened to have Down syndrome. Melissa passed away in 2008 at age 20. In part 2, the Riggios discuss Melissa's life in high school and the often forgotten transition piece that starts before a student with disabilities graduates. College, employment, and independent living are discussed, along with inspiring examples. www.bornfabulouspodcast.comFacebook Page: Born Fabulous PodcastInstagram: bornfabulouspodcast
2019-04-04
28 min
Born Fabulous
Part 1, Interview with Steve and Laura Riggio - The Complexities of Inclusion in Our Educational System
Send us a textAn in depth conversation with Steve Riggio, former CEO of Barnes and Noble, and his wife Laura, about the amazing life of their daughter Melissa. Melissa was a published writer and self-advocate who happened to have Down syndrome. Melissa passed away in 2008 at age 20. In part 1, the Riggios discuss Melissa's life from birth through elementary school. They give an honest parent perspective of issues that are very relevant today, from the professional delivery of a disability diagnosis at birth, to the complicated reality of including a child with an intellectual disability in school.
2019-03-29
28 min
Born Fabulous
Episode 1, Trailer 1 - Steve and Laura Riggio
Send us a textLaura and Steve Riggio are the parents of Melissa Riggio, who was a published author, and a strong self-advocate. Laura is a retired educator, and Steve Riggio is the former CEO of Barnes & Noble. In this short clip, Laura Riggio gives an honest parental perspective on including students with disabilities in school. Born Fabulous will be launched March 29, 2019.www.bornfabulouspodcast.comFacebook Page: Born Fabulous PodcastInstagram: bornfabulouspodcastTwitter: @PodcastBornThreads: bornfabulouspodcast#BornFabulousPodcast
2019-03-07
03 min
The Terri Cole Show
06 Lara Riggio - Clearing Fear with Energy Work
“Energy truly does manifest in the body physically.” - Laura Riggio Learn more about this episode of Hello Freedom at http://terricole.com/06 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2015-09-25
46 min