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The Hidden WorkforceThe Workers of The Hidden Workforce- Jael Leon and Laurie Winiecke, Ep. 192We have a special workforce themed show for you on Episode 192 of The Hidden Workforce!Join our Host, Lisa Toth along with Jael Leon and Laurie Winiecke!This week, Lisa is taking us through Jael and Laurie’s journeys to employment! Both ladies have secured jobs in fields they love and it’s thanks to their hard work, Lisa’s hard work, and the willingness of each employer to give them a chance to see them shine!This show highlights the ups and downs of fin...
2025-08-3017 min
The Hidden WorkforceLife Coaching and Job Coaching Collaboration- Lisa Toth and Mickey Uphold, Ep. 175.We have an exciting, collaborative show for you on this 175th episode of The Hidden Workforce!We have our host and fearless leader- Lisa Toth and a special collaborative guest, Mickey Uphold from The Journey Coaching, A life coaching company for people with neuro-diversities!As you all know, Lisa has been a job coach for more than 30 years! She is an incredible, innovative expert in the field of helping people with disabilities get jobs and with her agency, Rise Staffing, she is consistently discovering and creating new ways to...
2025-05-0326 min
The Hidden WorkforceLisa and Maggie, The DSP Shortage and Impact Ep. 148We have an important conversation coming to you this weekend on episode 148 of The Hidden Workforce!
Host, Lisa Toth and Co-Host Maggie Bond dive into an important discussion about the shortage of Direct Support Professionals (DSP) in the state of Oklahoma. You’ll hear about Oklahoma’s Called to Care initiative, age gaps in the workforce, insights into the impact of the shortage, and so much more.
Join us in the journey of this conversation, you don’t want to miss this episode!
Want to hea...
2024-10-0528 min
The Hidden WorkforceTulsa Warriors Hockey Team- Building Community for Veterans and People Living with Different Abilities & The Hidden Workforce Team on the Movie “Ezra!” Ep. 137Welcome Listeners! Join Lisa Toth as we venture through The Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
This week, we have a special double feature showcasing unique parts to the hidden workforce!
First, our co-host Maggie kicks us off as she sits with the leaders of the Tulsa Warriors Hockey Club on-site at WeStreet Ice Center! The Tulsa Warriors Hockey Stand Up and Sled teams are filled with military veterans, first responders, and civilians to...
2024-07-2028 min
The Hidden WorkforceJohn’s Crazy Socks! Pt. 2 & Adventures with Alex- Judy and Richard Davis! Ep. 136Welcome Listeners! Join Lisa Toth as we venture through The Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
🧦🎉 We are so very excited to share our part 2 interview with none other than John and Mark Cronin with John’s Crazy Socks! 🥳🧦
In this last part, we take a deep dive with John and Mark as they share some of the harder parts of their story of how John’s Crazy Socks came to fruition. You’ll hear the good with...
2024-07-1328 min
The Hidden WorkforceJohn’s Crazy Socks! Pt. 1 & Adventures with Alex- Kathy Shorter Ep. 135Welcome Listeners! Join Lisa Toth as we venture through The Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
We have the MOST FUN treat for our listeners this week and NEXT!
We are so very thankful and excited to share our interview with none other than John and Mark Cronin with John’s Crazy Socks! 🥳🎉🧦
John and Mark share their story of entrepreneurship! We hear all about how they started John’s Crazy Socks...
2024-07-0630 min
The Hidden WorkforceThe Transition Magician with OKDRS’s BEST STEP Program Final- Part 3 & Adventures with Alex- Angie Tune! Ep. 134Welcome Listeners! Join Lisa Toth as we venture through The Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
First, we will hear the 3rd and final part of our series with Renee Sansom Briscoe and Jody Harlan with the Oklahoma Department of Rehabilitation Services- in this series they have been highlighting their summer program through OKDRS’s Transition Services called “BEST STEP!” In this part, we’ll hear about the multiple programs and benefits participants experience through them, the value these programs...
2024-06-2928 min
The Hidden WorkforceThe Transition Magician with OKDRS’s BEST STEP Program Part 2 & Ready Workers at Inverness! Ep. 133Welcome Listeners! Join Lisa Toth as we venture through The Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
This week on The Hidden Workforce we are highlighting ready workers as well as those who help prepare our friends and loved ones who live with different abilities for the workforce!
First, Lisa takes us out in the field with a special group of interviews at Covenant Living at Inverness! Our ready workers are on top of their...
2024-06-2230 min
The Hidden WorkforceOK District 25 Senate Candidate Jeff Boatman- Supporting People Who Live with Different Abilities, The Transition Magician Part 1, & Adventures with Alex- Kyle McCain Ep. 132Welcome Listeners! Join Lisa Toth as we venture through The Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
This week on The Hidden Workforce we are highlighting people who support as well as prepare our friends and loved ones who live with different abilities for the workforce!
First, we hear from Oklahoma State House Representative Jeff Boatman on how he supports the community of people who live with different abilities for their health, accessible transportation, inclusive...
2024-06-1529 min
The Hidden WorkforceOkie School of Adventure and Charm- Adventures throughout Oklahoma, Finding Joy in the Journey, Mike Rowe, and More! Pt. 2 & Adventures with Alex- Micah Miller Ep. 131Welcome Listeners! Join Lisa Toth as we venture through The Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
If you LOVED Alex and Neil last week- then you surely do not want to miss this week’s episode!
We have Alex and Neil Turner- founders of Okie School of Adventure and Charm on part 2 of this amazing conversation. Neil and Alex dive deeper with us into their adventures all over Oklahoma, the amazing people they have me...
2024-06-0828 min
The Hidden WorkforceOkie School of Adventure and Charm! The Coolest Homeschooling Around Pt. 1 & Adventures with Alex- Susan Scott Ep. 130Welcome Listeners! Join Lisa Toth as we venture through The Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
You do not want to miss this week's episode!
We have Alex and Neil Turner- founders of Okie School of Adventure and Charm! This is one of the coolest homeschooling programs. They created their school of adventure balancing a core curriculum and venture all around the state of Oklahoma and the USA to learn all about different jobs...
2024-06-0128 min
The Hidden WorkforceGriffin Promise Autism Clinic Capital Campaign & Adventures with Alex- Carl and Jitters! Ep. 129Welcome Listeners! Join Lisa Toth as we venture through The Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
This week we have our friend Lori Beth Frederick with the Griffin Promise Autism Clinic! We hear all about how their fundraisers went in April during Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month as well as diving much deeper into their Capital Campaign for their new building! 🧩
You don’t want to miss this episode. The work GPAC is doing is un...
2024-05-2528 min
The Hidden WorkforceNot Your Average Joe Coffee with a Purpose! Ep. 128Welcome Listeners! Join Lisa Toth as we venture through The Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
Who doesn’t love coffee with a purpose?
Tune in for the full interview of Broken Arrow’s location of Not Your Average Joe coffee shop. One of our favorite hidden workforce gems!
We hear from Craig- the store’s manager, Brady- their Co-Manager, Sam- one of the store’s new managers, and Kate- on...
2024-05-1828 min
The Hidden WorkforceJulie Lackey- OKIPSE Alliance & Adventures with Alex- Autism Oklahoma 2024 Piece Walk Ep. 127Welcome Listeners! Join Lisa Toth as we venture through The Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
This week we kick off with an amazing individual (who works with many incredible teams) taking Oklahoma by storm with her advocacy and hard work to bring to fruition programs, policy, and more for our friends and loved ones who live with different abilities to have the opportunity to go to college. Welcome our guest, Julie Lackey- Director of the Oklahoma Inclusive Post...
2024-05-1128 min
The Hidden WorkforceChiropractors Empowering Workers in the Hidden Workforce & Local Artist Mery McNett at 2024 Mayfest & Parent Advocate and Business Owner, Brenda Lundy Ep. 126Welcome Listeners! Join Lisa Toth as we venture through The Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
On this week’s episode we’ll hear from a dynamic care team serving people with different abilities, from a local artist whose work will be featured at Tulsa's Mayfest, and a parent advocate and digital design business owner!
Up first is our friend Neil Sleeger who lives with Cerebral Palsy (CP), and he is also an active memb...
2024-05-0428 min
The Hidden WorkforceAutism Awareness Trifecta! Self-Advocates Alex, Richard, and Tyler Share Their Successes Ep. 125Welcome Listeners! Join Lisa Toth as we venture through The Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
This week, we have back to back interviews featuring friends who live on the autism spectrum thriving in their life! 🧩
First, we meet our remote reporter Alex Weddington’s job coach Sarah who is no stranger to the art of media and interviewing. She turns the tables and interviews Alex who shares with us about living with autism as well as all the t...
2024-04-2728 min
The Hidden WorkforceChanging Lives One Horse at a Time Pt. 2 & The Griffin Promise Autism Clinic Promise Gala Ep. 124Welcome Listeners! Join Lisa Toth as we venture through The Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
We can’t wait for you to hear part 2 with our friends in Sand Springs at American Therapeutic Riding Center. This week we hear from 2 teachers that bring their students to ATRC as well as from volunteers and their Riding Program Manager. They offer Equestrian Assistance services and programs to help bring balance to our friends with different abilities, trauma, and more! Tune in to th...
2024-04-2028 min
The Hidden WorkforceChanging Lives One Horse at a Time Pt. 1 & Adventures with Alex- Ethan Lang Ep. 123Welcome Listeners! Join Lisa Toth as we venture through The Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
We have been excitedly anticipating releasing this interview for you all! We had such a special time visiting our friends in Sand Springs at American Therapeutic Riding Center. Denise Ward, the Executive Director shares an immense amount of wisdom as well as the amazing work they are doing with their Equestrian Assistance Services. They have programs to help bring balance to our friends with different...
2024-04-1327 min
The Hidden WorkforceThe Stars of Goodwill & Adventures with Alex- Leigh McEntire Ep. 122Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
What is a superstar of Goodwill Industries? Join Lisa as she speaks with John Clowers about Keonna Wright and Shelly Peterson and how they have grown and promoted to more independent jobs at their Goodwill locations! We also get to meet the stars themselves and hear from them how Goodwill's training and work programs have impacted them and the amazing work they are d...
2024-04-0626 min
The Hidden WorkforceThe Hight Family- One Pink Balloon & Adventures with Alex- Ronnie Brock Ep. 121Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
You don't want to miss the amazing guests we have on this week's episode of the Hidden Workforce.
If you have ever lost someone you love, it can be so hard to navigate through that loss. Join us as we hear from authors Averie, Marty, and Richard Hight bringing hope "One Pink Balloon" at a time.
Then Alex takes u...
2024-03-3028 min
The Hidden WorkforceDaniele Hillyer, The Sister Show! On Inclusion Progress & Adventures with Alex- Author Mike Conn Ep. 120Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
This week on The Hidden Workforce we have some fun segments in store!
Lisa kicks us off with another segment of "The Sister Show" with her sister Daniele Hillyer! Have you ever wondered what it was like to be a student living with disabilities in the 60s-70s? or what it was like to work at an institution b...
2024-03-2328 min
The Hidden WorkforceLori Beth Frederick, The Griffin Promise Autism Clinic & Ben Woodson, Rap Artist with Purpose Ep. 119Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
We have some very special guests on this week's episode!
First, we venture to Duncan, Oklahoma for Adventures with Alex! This week Alex chats with a rap artist based out of Broken Arrow, Ben Woodson! Ben lives on the Autism spectrum and likes to tell stories and spread positive messages through his music.
Then we hang o...
2024-03-1628 min
The Hidden WorkforcePeople with Disabilities Awareness Day in OKC & "The Secrets of The Hidden Workforce" Ep. 118Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
On this week's episode of The Hidden Workforce, we have a special treat for listeners!
We kick off the first half in Oklahoma City at Oklahoma's People with Disabilities Awareness Day where we meet with some of the organizers of the event and chat about the impact this day has on our state and the different ability community. We also want t...
2024-03-0927 min
The Hidden WorkforceNFL Brothers, Up and Coming Umpire, & A Double Feature of Adventures with Alex! Ep. 117Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
On this week's episode of The Hidden Workforce we have special guests Nathan Raym and his father Gerald Raym (fun fact: former OU Offensive Lineman, Andrew Raym, is Nathan's brother!)
Nathan is a Hidden Workforce Ready Worker, ready to work as an umpire. He's passed his tests, practiced for the last 15 years, was an honorary officiate at a Broken Arrow High S...
2024-03-0227 min
The Hidden WorkforceDouble Dose of Adventures with Alex- Think Ability & Autism Oklahoma Ep. 116Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
It's a double feature of Adventures with Alex!
We are amazed to see how far Think Ability Inc. has come and how it has grown! Tune in this week as we venture to Duncan, Oklahoma where our remote reporter, Alex Weddington, takes over the show with 2 amazing guests.
First, we'll hear from Mary Allen Miller with T...
2024-02-2427 min
The Hidden WorkforceTulsa's Night to Shine 2024 & Stars on Stage- The Wonderful Wizard of Oz Ep. 115Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
Tune in to this weekend's incredible back-to-back feature on The Hidden Workforce!
Lisa takes us out of the studio and into the field where she reports live from the event. We'll hear from multiple guests at Night to Shine 2024 and the magical time everyone had throughout the evening!
Then Lisa chats with our very own, Maggie Bond, one of t...
2024-02-1728 min
The Hidden WorkforceJulie Bailey & Debbie Eagle- A Braille Embosser, A Notetaker App, and an Included VI Employee pt. 2 & Adventures with Alex, Director David West Ep. 114Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
Welcome to another week of The Hidden Workforce! In this week's episode, we hear briefly from a worker in the hidden workforce, Juan, who lost his sight from disease. Juan runs a successful carpet installation company with his brother and shows us that no matter what lemons life throws at you- you can make the sweetest lemonade!
This segues perfectly into p...
2024-02-1027 min
The Hidden WorkforceDebbie Eagle & Julie Bailey- A Perkins Brailler, A Mechanical Notetaker, and Codes pt. 1 & Adventures with Alex, Jaden Gallop Ep. 113Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
We have a wonderful show on this weekend's episode of The Hidden Workforce. We kick off the first part of our show with our friends Julie and Debbie at Oklahoma's Department of Rehabilitation Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired. They teach us about Braille, the basics of reading it, typing and creating it, and so much more. You don't want to miss o...
2024-02-0328 min
The Hidden WorkforceInclusive Culinary Program, Invisible Layers Productions, Ready Workers, and Snowy Owls! Ep. 112Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
Lisa kicks us off this week with Tulsa Tech's Inclusive Culinary Arts Program with their lead instructor, Jill! These hard-working students will earn all the certifications they need to be restaurant employable by graduation. If you know someone looking for an inclusive and accommodating culinary arts program- send them Tulsa Tech's way! We're thankful for the sponsorship of Christ View Christian Church and O...
2024-01-2723 min
The Hidden WorkforceThe Tulsa Oilers & Invisible Layers Productions Ep. 111Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
This week we skate over to the Tulsa Oilers Ice Center where we meet with Kat De Angelis. Kat chats with us about the Oilers ice rink, their ice theater program, and touches briefly on inclusion in skating. We're all anticipating the grand opening of the new Oilers ice center opening in a few weeks and can't wait to see the family, friends, t...
2024-01-2028 min
The Hidden WorkforceDJ Brandon Hobson, Self Advocate Musician and DJ & Adventures with Alex- Veronica Hodgson, Music Studio Owner Ep. 110Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
On this week's Hidden Workforce we have a special treat as our friend DJ Brandon Hobson takes over as host of our segment. He is a ready worker that was recently hired by Home Depot and hosts as a DJ on the side. His favorite music is Old School R&B from the late 60s and 70s, so join us as he...
2024-01-1328 min
The Hidden WorkforceMaggie on Accessibility in Europe & Adventures With Alex- Michael Harris Ep. 109Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
We have a fun and exciting episode this week!
Lisa kicks us off as she welcomes a new member to her team, a frequent guest on the show we've enjoyed hearing from over the years, Maggie Bond! Maggie visits with us about her trip to Europe and amongst the fun stories she goes into detail about the emphasis a...
2024-01-0628 min
The Hidden WorkforceAdventures with Alex- Dr. Michael Fowler, PhD and Dr. Tyler Jo Smith, PhD Ep. 108Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the
workforce and our world.
Alex Weddington takes over our show today on Adventures with Alex! You don't want to miss this episode as Alex chats with two very special guests that work in an exclusive part of the hidden workforce. Join Alex as he interviews Physicist Dr. Michael Fowler and Archaeologist Dr. Tyler Jo Smith. Tune in to hear some incredible stories.
2023-12-3028 min
The Hidden WorkforceTulsa's Piano Man, Jon Glazer! Ep. 107Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
Move over Elton John, Tulsa has its very own Piano Man! Jon Glazer is on The Hidden Workforce this week! Tune in as we hear about his hidden workforce job at a hidden location in the heart of Tulsa. We can't wait for you to hear this very special episode!
Want to hear more great interviews on The Hidden Wo...
2023-12-2328 min
The Hidden WorkforceLeonard and Jacques Cousteau & Gatlin Playing Vivaldi! Ep. 106Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
We have a very special treat for you all this week listeners!
First, we go back to our time with Gatlin as we hear all about the fascinating career of his grandfather Leonard. You don't want to miss this special job that is truly the epitome of the hidden workforce!
Next, the moment we have all been waiting for... G...
2023-12-1627 minThe Hidden WorkforceAdventures With Alex- Kiddieland and City Leader, Patty Wininger & Steve Pitts and Kyle Graham- Community for a Cause! & Gatlin McCoy- The Violin, Music, and More! Ep. 105Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
We have a special triple treat with this week's guests!
We'll venture to Duncan, Oklahoma to hear from Alex's interview with Patty Wininger in Adventures with Alex! Patty chats with us about Duncan's Kiddieland Holiday Experience and the amazing way Duncan's community comes together providing wonderful and engaging experiences for their residents year-round.
T...
2023-12-0928 min
The Hidden WorkforceAdventures With Alex- Marilyn Wiles, Jill of All Trades and Master of All! & Lisa with Michele Disario on Outdated Policies Ep. 104Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
Adventures with Alex kicks us off this week as Alex speaks with Marilyn Wiles! Marilyn is CEO of Enlighteneering, INC. She has done many incredible and impressive jobs all of which have led to her making a profound difference. Tune in to hear all about her adventures and accomplishments!
Next, our host Lisa Toth takes us on the s...
2023-12-0228 min
The Hidden WorkforceKelsey O'Halloran, Oklahoma Champion of the Year 2023 & Adventures with Alex- Kaylee Hurst Ep. 103Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
What is a Champion of the Year? Find out this week on The Hidden Workforce as we chat with one of our favorite remote reporters, Kelsey O'Halloran as she stops by to share how she raised $82,000 for Best Buddies!
Then we head down to Duncan, Oklahoma on Adventures with Alex as Alex chats with his friend Kaylee Hurst about Main St...
2023-11-2528 min
The Hidden WorkforceAdventures with Alex- The Vienna Boys Choir at Chisholm Trail Arts Center & Lisa with Impact Autism Award Winners and Appetizers for Autism Ep. 102Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
First, Alex kicks us off with Adventures with Alex in Duncan, Oklahoma at the Chisholm Trail Arts Center. His guest, Cindy Parks, chats all about the Vienna Boy's Choir performing at their Simmons Center Performing Arts Center. A massive honor!
Next up, we have another honor with our host Lisa Toth! We give a shout out to...
2023-11-0426 min
The Hidden WorkforceTorrie Moreton, Spell 2 Communicate & Adventures with Alex- Brian Hibbard (Mr. B) Ep. 101Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
Join us this week on the Hidden Workforce as we chat with Torrie Moreton with Griffin Promise Autism Clinic. We'll hear all about her journey of working with Griffin and the development of Griffin Promise Autism Clinic, her role with them now, and a special therapy tool called Spell 2 Communicate! If you have a loved one who lives on...
2023-10-2128 min
The Hidden WorkforceChallenge Air, Tulsa's Fly Day at Riverside Airport & Adventures with Alex- Raise the Roof Ep. 100Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
On this week's episode, our host Lisa is in the field, on-site at Challenge Air's Fly Day in Tulsa at Tulsa's Riverside Airport. Lisa interviews many different volunteers, sponsors, and provider agencies present. Challenge Air provides free 30-minute airplane rides to children with different abilities, allows them to assist the pilot in flying the plane, and after their flight- they receive their...
2023-10-1427 min
The Hidden WorkforceAdventures with Alex- Edie Stewart & Stacie Fuentes- Family Work Space & Bill Griggs- SCORE Ep. 99Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
Buckle up listeners, we have a jam packed show full of amazing guests today!
To kick off our show, Alex takes us to The Chisholm Trail Center in Duncan, Oklahoma where we meet Edie Stewart. Edie shares with us pieces of Native American History and information about the Chisholm Trail Center.
Then...
2023-09-3028 min
The Hidden WorkforceLaralea Grogg, Laralea's Dog Spa & Alex Weddington, Adventures with Alex- Robin Arter Ep. 98Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
On this week's episode, we welcome Laralea, owner of Laralea's Dog Spa! Laralea chats with us about her business, how she became a master groomer, and her personal connection to the hidden workforce! We are also very thankful to Laralea for hiring our friend and Ready Worker, Shelby!
For more information or to book with them: https...
2023-09-2327 min
The Hidden WorkforceKonner Wayne, Professional Dog Handler & Alex Weddington, Adventures With Alex & Ready Workers! Ep. 97Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
We have a special guest on this week's Hidden Workforce, Konner Wayne- A Professional Dog Handler! Konner lives with a form of Muscular Dystrophy called Myotubular Myopathy and communicates via text and assistive technology. We dive into Konner's life living with a disability and how he is thriving as a professional, competitive dog handler with a burgeoning social media following. Tune in...
2023-09-0228 min
The Hidden WorkforceThe Bond Duo, Maggie & Tyler, With the Insider on Best Buddies! Ep. 96Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
Our Favorite Sibling Duo, Tyler and Maggie, are back in the studio to give us the inside scoop about the International nonprofit organization, Best Buddies International! There is a chapter in Oklahoma and they are looking to expand their presence and FREE programs that serve all ages of people living with disabilities throughout the State of Oklahoma. Tune in to hear all about t...
2023-08-2628 min
The Hidden WorkforceTyler Bond, Best Buddies Leadership Conference & Actress Courtney Gaines! Ep. 95Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
This week on The Hidden Workforce we have the Bond Duo once again with Maggie and Tyler Bond! Alongside the inclusion they participate in with their careers, they are public speakers who share their passion and advocacy efforts for Oklahomans and people living with different abilities Worldwide. Tune in to hear Tyler's powerful speech from this past summer's Best...
2023-08-1925 min
The Hidden WorkforceLisa Interviews Remote Reporter Alex Weddington & Adventures with Alex- Alex Interviews Sadi Blaylock Ep. 94Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
On this week's episode of The Hidden Workforce, our host Lisa Toth interviews our new remote reporter, Alex Weddington! Alex takes us through the many parts of his life, passions, interests, education, and more. We are excited to have Alex on board our team!
On this week's inaugural segment of Adventures with Alex, Alex...
2023-08-1228 min
The Hidden WorkforceThe Sister Show- Daniele, LPC on Lizard Brain, Teenage Dropouts, Horses in the House, and More! & Adventures with Alex- Neurodivergent Market! Ep. 93Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
This week on the Hidden Workforce we welcome back Lisa's sister, Daniele Hillyer. Daniele is a Licensed Professional Counselor and takes us through the important conversation of overexposure to gaming and technology and how it affects our brains. She shares with us that there are direct links to ADHD and sleep disorders due to too much screen time. Fitting in our theme...
2023-07-2228 min
The Hidden WorkforceThink Ability in Dunkin, One of the Most Inclusive Organizations and Cities in Oklahoma Ep. 92Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
On this week's Hidden Workforce, our host Lisa is in the field and on-site at Think Ability in Dunkin, Oklahoma! Think Ability, INC. is a multi-service organization that provides residential services, independent living support services, community garden/horticulture training, retail training, community-based vocational/ETS training and job opportunities, inclusive theater opportunities, and so much more for people who live with intellectual, cognitive, and other related developmental disabilities. T...
2023-07-1529 min
The Hidden WorkforceWhat Happened?! James Droz, Viral Influencer in Studio! Ep. 91Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
On this week's episode, we have a viral influencer in the studio, James Droz! James gives us the exciting inside scoop on his iconic line, "What Happened?!" that helped him grow over a million followers on social media and opened the door to incredible opportunities. Tune in to hear his amazing story!
Want to hear more great interviews on Th...
2023-07-0827 min
The Hidden WorkforceDetective Baylor Pittinger, Sapulpa Police Department & The Viral Influencer, James Droz! Ep. 90Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
On this week's episode of the Hidden Workforce, Detective Baylor Pittinger of the Sapulpa Police Department shares his experiences in the field and how he worked his way up to being one of the youngest detectives in their department. Detective Pittinger dives deep into the world of law enforcement, experiences from being an officer to a detective, and different...
2023-07-0128 min
The Hidden WorkforcePaul Pham, A New Job on the Horizon & Road Trip with Lisa to Pawhuska, OK Ep. 89Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
This week on The Hidden Workforce, we kick off the segment with an intake meeting for our friend Mr. Paul Pham along with his mother Amani. They chat with us on why they chose Rise Staffing as their provider agency, what Paul has been up to currently, and what his plans are for the future!
In our next segment, we step outside the...
2023-06-2429 min
The Hidden WorkforceCourtney & DeAnna Gaines, Dynamic Duo & Mery McNett, Mery McNett Designs Ep. 88Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
We have some amazing guests on this week's episode of The Hidden Workforce!
On this first segment we have actress, model, and Down Syndrome Association of Central Oklahoma member Courtney Gaines with her Momager, DeAnna Gaines. Tune in to this interview to hear all about DeAnna's advocacy for her daughter and the incredible accomplishments Courtney is making in her life.
2023-06-1728 min
The Hidden WorkforceKelsey, Field Report & Toby Powell, EMOHE & Raittia Rogers, New Documentary Film! Ep. 87Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
This weekend on the Hidden Workforce we have quite the show for you to tune in to! We'll keep you on the edge of your seat with back to back interviews catching up with new and old friends we have featured- you won't want to miss this!
Kicking off the first segment of our...
2023-06-0328 min
The Hidden WorkforceRibbon Cutting Ceremony, Tulsa International Airport Accessible for Everyone! Ep. 86Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
The Hidden Workforce attends Tulsa International Airport's Ribbon cutting ceremony announcing their focus on supporting passengers with disabilities along their travel journey!
A functional needs area has been developed in each of Tulsa International's 2 terminals. This area includes an adult changing space complete with a height adjustable table; a sensory-friendly room with fidgets, bean...
2023-05-2728 min
The Hidden WorkforceRichard Frawley, Job Connection LLC Ep. 85Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
"Like a movie star or professional athlete, we become your personal agent helping you find the job you want." -Richard Frawley
This weekend Lisa dives into Job Connection LLC, a contractor with the Department of Rehabilitation Services here in Oklahoma. Tune in as Richard Frawley explains how his father started Job Connection and recruited Richard to bring Ok...
2023-05-1328 min
The Hidden WorkforceSarah Jameson & Renate Neal, Oklahoma School for the Deaf Major Donation & Remote Reporter Kelsey, Best Buddies and Friendship! Ep. 84Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
On this week's episode, the Masonic Charity Foundation of Oklahoma's President Neil Stitt and Grand Master Glen A. Chaney presented a donation to the Oklahoma School for the Deaf (OSD) to help eliminate their waitlist and purchase hundreds of hearing aids for low-income senior citizens. Tune in to hear more from Sarah Jameson, OSD Administrative Coordinator and Renate Neal, Equipment Distribution Program...
2023-04-2916 min
The Hidden WorkforceLaura and Joanne Williams- Special Kids Care & ORU's Golf Coach- Lance Watson & Autumn Kinkade- A New Leaf Transition Academy and Her Miracle! Ep. 83Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
We have a triple feature of special guests on this week's episode!
First, we have Laura and Joanne Williams, founders of Special Kids Care! This daycare was specially designed to serve children who live with varying disabilities. They are equipped to handle this specialized care and embrace, teach, and support these precious students. You can learn more...
2023-04-2223 min
The Hidden WorkforceDr. Patti Hipsher, Sensory Walking Paths for All Ep. 82Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
This weekend, Dr. Patti Hipsher joins us to discuss sensory walking paths. Dr. Hipsher shares how nature-based sensory exercises help calm and regulate her Pre-K Special Education students and how we can all benefit from them too. Tune in to learn more wonderful sensory-friendly insights on this episode of the Hidden Workforce!
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2023-04-0819 min
The Hidden WorkforceLola Palazzo, Tulsa's The Abbey Mausoleum & Kelsey O'Halloran, Our Field Reporter Ep. 81Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
Clarence Lee Jay, a 1920’s sensation in California, was the architect for The Abbey
Mausoleum here in Tulsa. After experiencing several decades of neglect, in 2013 Hal & Karyn Ezzell acquired the funeral home and cemetery property. They brought their passion for the history of Rose Hill Cemetery and architecture of The Abbey Mausoleum, making a strong commitment to restore the pr...
2023-03-2518 min
The Hidden WorkforceJulia Gorman, Our Favorite Anchor from Tulsa's own from Fox 23! Ep. 80Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
This week we have a special guest on the Hidden Workforce, our favorite local news anchor with Fox 23, Julia Gorman! Join Lisa as we discover Julia's connection to the hidden workforce and her successes as a journalist and television personality!
Want to hear more great interviews on The Hidden Workforce? Like...
2023-03-1818 min
The Hidden WorkforceDD Awareness Month & Samantha Galloway, Former Deputy Director of Oklahoma DHS Ep. 79Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
This week on The Hidden Workforce we visited with Samantha Galloway, former Deputy Director of Oklahoma Department of Human Services. This is an episode you don't want to miss as we deep dive into the work that went into eliminating the DHS Wait List and Samantha's journey from a direct support professional to Oklahomans living with developmental disabilities all the way up to...
2023-03-0418 min
The Hidden WorkforceJerry Jacobson, World Baseball Outreach Sports Center Ep. 78Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
This week on The Hidden Workforce we have Jerry Jacobson, founder of World Baseball Outreach Sports Center. We are over the moon to announce that we have another ready worker working for World Baseball Outreach, so we just had to feature them and hear how it's going so far! Join us amongst the batting cages and turf as we hear all about Jerry's l...
2023-02-1819 min
The Hidden WorkforceMorgan Jones, Love Jones Services & the Task Rabbit App Ep. 77Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
You're in for a resourceful and special treat on this week's episode with The Hidden Workforce as we chat with Morgan Jones of Love Jones Services. Morgan runs and manages Love Jones Services providing a variety of services booked through an app called Task Rabbit. Tune in as Morgan shares her passion for what she does, how to contact...
2023-02-1120 min
The Hidden WorkforceShelby, The Ready Worker- Saving Lives at... McDonalds?! Ep. 76Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
This week on The Hidden Workforce, Lisa goes in the field on site at McDonalds to chat with our Ready Worker Shelby, her job coach Stephanie, and several of Shelby's supervisors, colleagues, and job affiliates with her McDonalds location. Tune in to hear why everyone is thrilled that Shelby is part of their McFamily.
Want t...
2023-02-0419 min
The Hidden WorkforceSchlitz Masheleni, LABR app Ep. 75Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
Schlitz Masheleni joins us on this week's Hidden Workforce to share about LABR, growing up in Zimbabwe, and what he's been up to locally! You don't want to miss hearing all about LABR, an app for the new workforce. Find out how you can get paid right away and inside information as to how Rise Staffing will be utilizing...
2023-01-2819 min
The Hidden WorkforceAmy Jenkins, Process Improvement Consultant with ONE Gas & Unstoppable with Muscular Dystrophy Ep. 74Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
We have an amazing guest this week! Join us as we hear from Amy Jenkins, a Process Improvement Consultant at ONE Gas in OKC who lives with Muscular Dystrophy. She worked her way up from an entry-level temp job to a top position at ONE Gas. Hear all about how in this episode!
2023-01-1419 min
The Hidden WorkforceEric, The Ready Worker- at Kellyville Elementary School! Ep. 73Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
This week on The Hidden Workforce we are on-site at our Ready Worker's new job at Kellyville Elementary School! We are excited to hear all about Eric's job and chat with some of the workers overseeing the cafeteria operation. Tune in to hear a very thankful and happy included worker!
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2023-01-0708 min
The Hidden WorkforceHappy New Year! End of the Year Show Review & Audra Beasley, Max's Law- Equitable Restroom Access Ep. 72Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
Happy New Years Eve, Listeners! What an incredible year it has been! To kick off our show, we are running a compilation of our favorite shows from this past year as we celebrate the beginning of a new year! We hope you have a wonderful day celebrating!
Then we are re-running Audra Beasley's show as she chats with us about Max's Law, the...
2022-12-3127 min
The Hidden WorkforceDenis Glasscock, Frankoma Pottery is Back, and an Employed Ready Worker! Ep. 71Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
Merry Christmas Eve, Listeners! This week on The Hidden Workforce we are live, on-site of a Tulsa treasure, Frankoma Pottery! Owner Denis Glasscock takes us on a tour throughout the store. Trela and Katie will be there making and glazing special designed Orville Knight vases. We're also excited to share that Frankoma is a hidden workforce inclusive employer and that one of our Rise Staffing...
2022-12-2419 min
The Hidden WorkforceDaniele Hillyer, The Sister Show- Road trip to Colorado Ep. 70Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
On this week's episode of the Hidden Workforce we're going on a road trip to a little town south of Durango, Colorado to visit the one and only, Daniele Hillyer. That's right, it's another segment of The Sister Show! Plus guest stars with Lisa's niece, nephew, and brother in law Gary Hillyer. Gary will also take us behind the scenes of Southwest Ag...
2022-12-1008 min
The Hidden WorkforceJustin Chase & Renee Sansome Briscoe, NSU's Riverhawk Scholar Program & Angela and Elyssa Davis, Happiness In A Jar Ep. 69Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
This week on The Hidden Workforce we welcome Justin Chase with Northeastern State University's RiverHawk Scholar Program and Renee Sansome Briscoe with Oklahoma Department of Rehabilitation's Transition Services. Tune in to this special episode where we get the inside scoop on how the RiverHawk Scholar program came together!
https://academics.nsuok.edu/continuingeducation/RiverHawksScholarProgram/default.aspx
Then we have Happiness...
2022-11-2618 min
The Hidden WorkforceNeil Sleeger, Journey to a Job & Dr. Guilfoil, Tulsa State Fair 2022 Ep. 68Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
Buckle up, we have a lot to cover on This week's episode of The Hidden Workforce!
We kick this episode off with Mr. Neil Sleeger! Neil takes us behind the scenes with him as he employs Rise Staffing to assist him in finding a job he loves! Tune in as we take you on his job hunt, an i...
2022-11-1918 min
The Hidden WorkforceOklahoma School for the Blind, Cane Quest 2022 Ep. 67Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
We have a special treat for you this week! The Hidden Workforce is in the field and on-site at the Oklahoma School for the Blind in Muskogee, Oklahoma at this year's Cane Quest! Cane Quest is an annual event sponsored by generous local businesses and community donors who care about teaching, educating, and mobilizing people who are blind and visually impaired at...
2022-11-1216 min
The Hidden WorkforceMaggie Bond, Blessings to Share Foundation C.A.R.E.S. Club & A Concert Under the Stars Ep. 66Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
This week on The Hidden Workforce Lisa chats with Maggie Bond, Executive Director of Programming and Development for Blessings to Share Foundation. Maggie is a quadruplet, and among her 3 brothers, Tyler and CJ live on the autism spectrum. She says, “They are the heart behind [her] purpose, passion, and advocacy."
As the Executive Director of Programming and De...
2022-11-0519 min
The Hidden WorkforceClaude Elliott & Laurie Winiecke, Live at the 2022 Tulsa State Fair with Lisa Ep. 61Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
On this week's episode, we have been having a blast at the Tulsa State Fair! Tune in as Lisa, Claude, and Laurie venture through the fair and all the fun it has to offer. We love that the fair is accessible to our friends with different abilities!
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2022-10-0823 min
The Hidden WorkforceEarl Snow, Special Reunion at the 2022 Tulsa State Fair- Earl's Road to Independence & Raittia Rogers, Author of I Broke Out of Prison Ep. 60Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
This week our host Lisa Toth is reuniting at the 2022 Tulsa State Fair with a special friend, one of her first clients when she moved to Oklahoma- Earl Snow! She's throwing it back as they reminisce on their early days together and Earl's courageous story of perseverance to a fully independent life. We'll hear about Earl's wife, kids, how he bought (and...
2022-10-0130 min
The Hidden WorkforceNancy Ward & RoseAnn Duplan- Oklahoma People First, Inclusive and Accessible Voting! Ep. 57Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
Join us this week as we chat about the very important topic, inclusive and accessible voting for people who live with disabilities. Here to lead the conversation is Nancy Ward with Oklahoma People First and RoseAnn Duplan with the Oklahoma Disability Law Center. Tune in as Lisa and her guests discuss voting rights, accommodations, and responsibility for Oklahoma Self-Advocates and Oklahomans.
2022-09-1019 min
The Hidden WorkforceLisa Turner, Elaine & Randy McGoffin- Labor Day Weekend Special Ep. 56Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
Join us this Labor Day weekend as we hear from Lisa Turner with the ARC of Oklahoma as she talks about the end of the DHS Wait List, Elaine McGoffin on her experiences as a special education teacher, and Randy McGoffin, another retired special educator and Tulsa music enthusiast.
Want to hear more great interviews on The Hidden W...
2022-09-0334 min
The Hidden WorkforceTyler Bond & Brady Drake- Not Your Average Joes at Not Your Average Joe! Ep. 55Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
This week, we're out in the field on the scene of a Hidden Workforce location, Not Your Average Joe in Broken Arrow! Join us as we speak with Barista, Tyler Bond and Assistant Manager, Brady Drake as they prepare a Hawaiian Wave for Lisa and chat about all things NYAJ.
Want to hear more great interviews on...
2022-08-2710 min
The Hidden WorkforceDawn Buckner, Super Mom! & Cerebral Pasly Can't Stop Me Ep. 54Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
This week on The Hidden Workforce we have Dawn Buckner, our friend and recurring guest Autumn Kinkade's, mom! Tune in to learn why Lisa calls her a Super Mom! We also want to share an exciting update: In the days since recording this episode, Autumn has officially moved into A New Leaf's Transition Academy! We're excited to keep you posted on her...
2022-08-2019 min
The Hidden WorkforceJeff Boatman, Oklahoma State House Representative- District 67 Ep. 52Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
Oklahoma State House Representative, Jeff Boatman joins our host Lisa Toth this week on The Hidden Workforce. Tune in as Representative Boatman discusses why he ran for office, how easy and accessible it is to speak with your district representative (and how they want to hear from us!), and the many issues the Oklahoma Legislature is working on for us including a...
2022-08-0619 min
The Hidden WorkforceTeri Burnstein and Autumn Kinkade, The Adventure of Living Independently Ep. 51Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
On this week's episode of The Hidden Workforce, Lisa chats with our friends Teri Burnstein and Autumn Kinkade. Autumn is about to enter A New Leaf's Transition Academy and Teri has been living independently for quite some time. Join these two friends as they talk about living outside of their parent's home- the fun, the nerve-wracking, and everything in between!
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2022-07-3008 min
The Hidden WorkforceDarryl Baskin, Everything Baskiny! Ep. 50Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
Lisa and Darryl reunite behind the microphone, but this time at the studios of The Hidden Workforce! Lisa explores Darryl's "hidden" work in detail- Real Estate Agent, radio personality, and more- you'll love this episode about all things Darryl Baskin!
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2022-07-2319 min
The Hidden WorkforceAudra Beasley and House Rep. Mickey Dollens, Max's Law Ep. 48Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
Tune in this week as Lisa talks with Audra Beasley and Representative Mickey Dollens about Max's Law.
A majority of public restrooms can only accommodate babies. Audra Beasley and her family want to change that by bringing awareness and policy change through Max's Law to the need for universal changing stations in restrooms that allow for older children, adults, and...
2022-07-0919 min
The Hidden WorkforceLisa Turner, CEO of The ARC of Oklahoma Ep. 46Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
Lisa Turner, CEO of The Arc of Oklahoma, joins us on this weekend's edition of The Hidden Workforce! Tune in to hear all about the ARC of Oklahoma and their services, training opportunities coming up, Lisa's personal connection to this field and her passion for advocacy, the exciting news regarding the developmental disabilities wait list as well as what to be on the lookout for...
2022-06-1819 min
The Hidden WorkforceLisa and Daniele, The Sister Show- Processing Grief and Loss from the St. Francis Tragedy Ep. 45Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
On this week's Hidden Workforce episode, we feature Lisa's sister, Daniele Hillyer, an LPC and emotional/grief counselor. We'll talk about coping with the loss of three St. Francis employees and one Tulsa resident in the senseless shooting on June 1, 2022 in Tulsa's St. Francis's Natalie medical building. Daniele walks host Lisa Toth through her grief, fear, and anger stemming from this tragedy where she lost...
2022-06-1119 min
The Hidden WorkforceRick Elder, Rick Fixit! Amazing Custom Accessibility Home Modifications Ep. 43Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
On this week's episode of The Hidden Workforce, tune in to hear Lisa interview Rick Elder, known as Rick Fixit! Rick can fix as well as create anything. Rick tells us some amazing home renovations he's done for physically disabled customers, including a garage door in a house?! Find out more unique and awesome accessibility tricks, interesting stories, and some convenient home maintenance tips and...
2022-05-2818 min
The Hidden WorkforceThe Bond Duo- Maggie and Tyler Bond, Inclusion and Coffee! & Daniele Hillyer with Lisa- The Sister Show! Ep. 40Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
We have a fun and very special double feature on this week's episode!
First, we chat with some friends from a special coffee shop in the heart of Broken Arrow. Who doesn't love a great cup of coffee with a great cause? Not Your Average Joe is a nonprofit coffee shop that intentionally hires people with different abilities, a perfect...
2022-04-3019 min
The Hidden WorkforceElle Jewell, Apples and Eve and Life Ep. 39Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
This weekend's episode features Lisa's friend, Elle Jewell, award-winning Producer, business owner/entrepreneur, former teacher and reading specialist, and author of "When Love Blooms." Tune in as we welcome back Elle and she chats with us about apples, Eve, and how they led her to publishing her first book, "When Love Blooms," sharing a message that love can be seen in everything...
2022-04-2315 min
The Hidden WorkforceLaura Laurie Hutchinson, Autism Awareness for Employers and Inclusive Interviewing Ep. 37Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
On this weekend's episode, Lisa meets with Laura Laurie Hutchinson. By day, Laura works as the Circulation Supervisor at Hardesty Regional Library, but 24/7, she is mom and advocate for her two adult children who live on the autism spectrum. Join us as Laura shares the barriers to inclusion and employment she has witnessed her children face and the strategic ways she is...
2022-04-0216 min
The Hidden WorkforceAnonymous, Uncovering the Hidden Secrets of the Car Buying Industry Ep. 27Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
On The Hidden Workforce, we aim to bring information on as many resources as we can about accessibility- that includes in our finances because we know how important this is for our listeners who live with different abilities. You don't want to miss this episode as our host, Lisa Toth, gets the inside scoop on what you need to know about the...
2022-01-1527 min
The Hidden WorkforceCamille Stottlemyre, Ainsley's Angels & Iron Woman Ep. 18Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
Join us this week as we hear all about Camille Stottlemyre, a volunteer runner with Ainsley's Angels of America. She'll share with us about what it's like to an able-bodied cart pusher for athletes who live with disabilities as well as her experience competing in Tulsa's Ironman (or as Lisa likes to call it, Ironwoman) competition!
Want...
2021-10-0207 min
The Hidden Workforce"Rise Reviews" on the Netflix Show "Special" & Sandra Worth, My Autism Connection Ep. 10Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
This week on The Hidden Workforce we have another double header!
Lisa kicks us off with the premier of a new segment we're calling "Rise Reviews." On this first Review show, we're reviewing "Special" on Netflix. Join Lisa as she discusses the many adventures of Ryan O'Connell and his real/relatable journey living with Cerebral Palsy.
Next, we're throwing i...
2021-06-2620 min
The Hidden WorkforceRandy McGoffin, Special Stories with Special Students, & Chris Miller, COO for Rise Staffing and Tulsa World Feature Ep. 9Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
This week on the Hidden Workforce, we have a double feature!
First, Lisa kicks us off with our returning friend Randy McGoffin, former Speech Pathologist and Special Education teacher. Randy shares some of his former students' success stories that will make you laugh, maybe shed a tear, and will for sure inspire you.
Next up, we have our dear f...
2021-06-1926 min
The Hidden WorkforceTristy Fryer, Luke Strawn, and friends- All about FirsTitle & Bridges Foundation's Strategic Collaborative Partnership Ep. 8Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
Talk about a team effort! We love celebrating inclusive employers and on this week's episode, we are celebrating FirsTitle's partnership with The Bridges Foundation' job coaching program. Tune in to hear
Lisa chats with Tristy Fryer, Training Coordinator at FirsTitle; Misty Ship, Bridges Employee at FirsTitle; and Paxton Stieber, Bridges' Director of Development about FirsTitle's partnership with The Bridges Foundation. Bridges helps adults...
2021-06-1219 min
The Hidden WorkforcePastor Chris Beach, Youthworks Pizza Factory & Youthworks Ranch Ep. 4Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
Join Lisa on this week's Hidden Workforce as she uncovers the amazing secret of what is going on at Youthworks Pizza factory and Youthworks Ranch, helping kids safely learn and grow in an accessible and healthy environment! Tune in to hear all about Youthworks and more exciting announcements on this week's episode!
To learn...
2021-04-2428 min
The Hidden WorkforcePat Owenby, former KICM Radio Station Owner and OK Legislative Rep., & OCP Ep. 3Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
This week on The Hidden Workforce, Lisa speaks with her friend Pat Owenby. Pat owned the Radio Station KICM in Ardmore, Oklahoma. His media career kicked off while he was at OU working for Channel 9, leading him to Texas, which eventually led him to his station KICM. After selling the radio station, he successfully ran for office in the Oklahoma State Legislature and r...
2021-04-1708 min
The Hidden WorkforceStacey Wilson, Therap Services & the Secrets of the Direct Support Professional World Ep. 2Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
Join us this weekend as we hear from Stacey Wilson from Therap. Therap Services aim to serve people who work in the Direct Support Professional (DSP) field for people who live with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). It allows DSPs to do their job while giving them the tools and information they need readily accessible to provide documentation at the palm of their hand when...
2021-04-1019 min
The Hidden WorkforceTom Clifford, co-founder of Clifford Power Systems Ep. 1Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.
Join us this week as Lisa talks with her friend, Tom Clifford, cofounder of Clifford Power Systems. Tom shares with us the story of how he built one of the largest privately held generator companies, Clifford Power Systems with his brother Ken. We love to support our local businesses, and we hope that by featuring them and having inclusive discussions they and others will consider...
2021-04-0308 min