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Everybody Hates LAHollywood Playbook: Michelle Farrell on the Art of the PitchToday on Everybody Hates LA, we’re spotlighting Michelle Farrell - a powerhouse talent agent, manager, and creative force based right here in Los Angeles.Michelle founded Michelle Farrell Management, a boutique agency known for nurturing artists across music, acting, modeling, and more. With a commitment to “living life to the fullest” and a fierce work ethic. She lives by the motto, "it’s the squeaky wheel that gets the oil.” Michelle’s career launched in music, where she scored a record deal and collaborated with high-profile names. That fiery passion evolved into launching her own agency, where she no...2025-07-0141 min
Life @ Level 10 PodcastMichelle CordsMichelle was a finalist in the National Challenge. She didn't win the $10,000, but she won in other ways.2025-06-1522 min
EPISTEM PODCASTEPI•STEM PODCAST EPISODE 16In the EPI•STEM PODCAST Episode 16, co-hosts Geraldine Simmie PhD and Michelle Starr PhD welcome guests from thepost-primary school, Coláiste Chiaráin in Croom Co. Limerick – Edel Farrell, the physics teacher and three Transition Year students, Felix Nabor, Masha Galinovska and Andrew Szetlitsvoi.The students and their physics teacher recount the deep learning in STEAM education they experienced from participating in the project entitled DESIGN A SUSTAINABLE VILLAGE IN IRELAND IN 2050. The project was offered to schools in Limerick as a pilot partnership between EPI•STEM at the University of Limerick, the HUNT Museum and theLimerick Educatio...2025-05-2635 min
Forged In FireEpisode 23: Michelle Marion’s Inspiring Rise from Property Manager to Real Estate Powerhouse Michelle Marion, a seasoned property management expert with 25 years of experience, started her journey as a single mother, unknowingly stepping into a lifelong career. Specializing in value-add properties, she has transformed underperforming assets into thriving investments. Her passion for real estate investing began with a $7,500 property, teaching her invaluable lessons about market potential. After years of career growth, she reignited her investment journey in 2022, inspired by a mentor. Michelle’s story is a testament to resilience, vision, and seizing opportunities in real...2025-03-2441 min
Tortellini at NoonThat Time We Watched ScarfaceThis week Don finally picked the movie he’s been talking about for a long time the 1983 crime drama film Scarface. Directed by Brian De Palma and written by Oliver Stone it tells the story of Cuban refugee Tony Montana who arrives in Miami and becomes a powerful drug lord. The film stars Al Pacino, Steven Bauer, Michelle Pfeiffer, Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio, Robert Loggia, Míriam Colón and F. Murray Abraham. Come join us!!!
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Better WordsOur 2024 favouritesWelcome to our favourite episode: the yearly wrap! We're sharing our reading stats, 2024 goals and the books, TV, film and audio we loved in 2024. Make sure you're also following us on Substack. On the last day of the month, we share recommendations for two things we reckon you should read/watch/listen to – and we try to keep these separate from regular episode recommendations. The beauty of Substack is you can revisit all our old editions and comment on our episode updates to share your thoughts. Come say hi! Thank you for joining us in 2024 an...2025-03-021h 29
JAM Joe and Michelle's Dance PodcastJAM with Doriana SanchezSend us a textWelcome back Jam Fam! You are in for a treat today! In this episode, we speak to Doriana Sanchez, a legend in the dance world. So many of you have seen her but didn't know her name. A creative with an incredible back story, a survivor and warrior, a mentor with a heart of gold, we know you will love todays chat with Doriana!DORIANA SANCHEZ is an Emmy Award and two-time American Choreography Award nominated choreographer and director, and a World Choreography Award recipient. Her love of Dance and...2025-02-241h 11Tortellini at Noon#371: That Time We Watched Synecdoche, New YorkKicking the movies of this year off, Ian picked the 2008 postmodern psychological drama film Synecdoche, New York. Written and directed by Charlie Kaufman in his directorial debut, it stars Philip Seymour Hoffman as an ailing theater director who works on an increasingly elaborate stage production and whose extreme commitment to realism begins to blur the boundaries between fiction and reality. The film also stars Samantha Morton, Michelle Williams, Dianne Wiest and Tom Noonan. Come join us!!!
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Strangers on the InternetSpecial: Return Interview with VulgaDrawings Cartoonist Lily O'FarrellViral cartoonist and writer of VulgaDrawings fame Lily O'Farrell returns to kick off our fourth season of the podcast! With Irina and Michelle, she dissects the international political landscape in the aftermath of the 2024 U.S. presidential election. Where do Europe versus the United States stand on women's rights? What has been the response to the story of Gisele Pelicot, whose husband enabled her being sexually assaulted by dozens of men? We discuss all that, the South Korean 4B movement, the Taliban's prohibition on windows in spaces containing women, and much more in this explosive start to 2025 - come...2025-01-061h 04
No BS with Jim FarrellEpisode 173 Michelle NoeMichelle shares her story, her struggles and her victories!2024-12-091h 14
Literacy in Color: A Science of Reading Aligned Podcast for Educators12. Coaching into Foundational Skills with Merri Polhemus (Literacy Coaching Conversations Series - Part 6)In this episode of The Literacy in Color Podcast, Michelle chats with Merri Polhemus, a district-wide literacy coach focused on supporting teachers in building strong foundational skills. Now in her second year as a literacy coach, Merri discusses her unique role, her journey from classroom teacher to coach, and the many ways she helps teachers master phonics and phonological awareness instruction. She also shares tips on using data to drive instruction and offers advice for new literacy coaches and interventionists working in foundational skills.In this episode, you’ll learn:The unique aspects of Merri's district-wide co...2024-12-0624 min
It Starts with YOU23. From Pandemic Partnership to Training Powerhouse: Meet Michelle Bright & Jasmine Dell DISC Profile: Michelle is Red & Yellow (DI) & Jasmine is Red, Green & Yellow (DSI) | In episode 23 of "It Starts With You," host Vic O'Farrell dives into a transformative conversation with guests Michelle Brightly and Jasmine Dell, co-founders of Ingage FM Training. They explore the profound impact of effective onboarding, training, and personal growth in the facilities management industry, particularly for individuals from diverse backgrounds like ex-convicts and former service members. Michelle emphasises the power of opportunities in frontline roles to bridge talent gaps, while Jasmine shares insights on training courses tailored for diverse backgrounds. ...2024-11-2033 minBetter WordsRecent reads and musical performancesWelcome to a bonus episode where we catch up on things we've recently bought, read and watched. We've shared bits of this over on Substack, where we post monthly wraps of things we've loved. Books and other things mentioned:Caitlin's trip to PEI Anne of Green Gables by LM MontgomeryI Hope This Finds You Well by Natalie Sue* (listen to Caitlin chat about it here)The Art of Catching Feelings by Alicia ThompsonThis Summer Will Be Different by Carley FortuneThe American Roomate Experiment by Elena ArmasThe Movement by Petra HůlováIf You Change Yo...2024-09-2759 minBetter WordsForms of masculinity and coming of age with Avi Duckor-JonesAvi Duckor-Jones trained as a lawyer before gaining his MA in creative writing from Victoria University's International Institute of Modern Letters in 2013. His travel writing has been published with BBC Travel, The NZ Listener and Lonely Planet, among others. Avi has worked as a writing instructor and trip leader for National Geographic, directed a school in Ghana, and is the winner of the reality television competition Survivor New Zealand. His first book, Swim, won the 2018 Viva la Novella award. He currently lives on Waiheke Island with his wife and two children, where he enjoys open-water distance swimming and works...2024-07-241h 12
It Starts with YOUFinding Purpose: The Power of Behavioural Profiling and Fulfilment with Michelle Mills-Porter Disc Profile: Yellow & Red (I&D) | In this episode of "It Starts With YOU" podcast, join host Vic O'Farrell and guest Michelle Mills-Porter as they delve into the profound importance of prioritising personal fulfilment and understanding human behaviour. Michelle shares her transformative journey, from surviving the Boxing Day tsunami to re-evaluating her life's purpose and closing her company to focus on behaviour profiling. Through personal insights and professional experiences, she stresses the significance of aligning individuals' natural traits with their roles for a fulfilling working environment. The episode also explores the impact of adversity on r...2024-07-1732 min
Can We JustHuman Design for Transformational Change | Can We Just... Introduce You To Michele Farrell #33▶︎ To keep up to date on the latest episodes and the work we are doing check out our website link where you can find all of our free resources, social media links, Facebook community, and more information on our services. https://spaceandfreedom.com/In this episode we walk with Michelle Farrell one of our Clients who has studied Human Design with us for the last 6 months. Listen to Micheles journey of life and how she is embracing Human Design, along with other modalities to support the women in her business. Michelle is a Projector 6/2 profile. If you're not...2024-06-1724 min
Download New Full Audiobooks in Fiction, Contemporary Women[Spanish] - Vuelves a mi vida by Michelle SmartPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/789329to listen full audiobooks.
Title: [Spanish] - Vuelves a mi vida
Author: Michelle Smart
Narrator: Voz Digital Simón
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 5 hours 3 minutes
Release date: June 17, 2024
Genres: Contemporary Women
Publisher's Summary:
Este audiolibro está narrado por una voz digital. Unos votos que no se rompieron en ningún momento... Elizabeth Young, una casamentera de altos vuelos, no podía creerse que Xander Trakas hubiese irrumpido otra vez en su vida y le hubiese comunicado que su desastroso matrimonio no estaba anulado. Sería muy fácil dejarse arrastrar por la pasión que tod...2024-06-175h 03
Download New Full Audiobooks in Fiction, Contemporary Women[Spanish] - Mi nueva familia by Michelle DouglasPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/786807to listen full audiobooks.
Title: [Spanish] - Mi nueva familia
Author: Michelle Douglas
Narrator: Voz Digital Simón
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 5 hours 8 minutes
Release date: June 7, 2024
Genres: Contemporary Women
Publisher's Summary:
Bellaroo Creek.1º de la saga. Saga completa 3 títulos. ¿Un nuevo comienzo? ¡Una nueva familia! Tess Laing había sufrido más dolor que la mayoría de las personas. Así que mudarse a Bellaroo Creek con sus sobrinos huérfanos suponía el comienzo de una nueva vida. Pero conocer al increíblemente guapo Cameron Manning le provocó un inesperado vuelco al corazón. C...2024-06-075h 08
Daf Yomi for Women - HadranBava Metzia 88 - Lag b'Omer - May 26, 18 IyarThis week’s learning is sponsored by Marcy Farrell in loving memory of her mother, Joan Behrmann, Yonina bat Shalom, on her shloshim. "We honor her memory with our collective learning." Various halachot concerning how a worker can eat in the field they're laboring in stem from the verse regarding harvesting in a vineyard. According to one derivation from this verse, a worker is considered akin to the owner and is not required to tithe the produce if consumed before "g'mar melakha," the stage at which the produce becomes obligated in tithes. Rabbi Yannai and Rabbi Yochanan ho...2024-05-2646 min
Making Bold MovesHow can women do less & earn more? - Systems & Automation with Michelle Farrell, business automation specialistYou know you need support to scale your business BUT who do you turn to? Who do you trust? and where do you start? This was me 3 years ago before I met Michelle Farrell, struggling to do everything in my business and feeling like I was going round in circles!If you're a female entrepreneur who has tonnes of ideas and struggles to find the time to implement them then this podcast episode is for you!Michelle Farrell is a female founder of a successful growing businesses based in Oswaldtwistle, Lancashire. For the last couple of...2024-05-2332 minDaf Yomi for Women - HadranBava Metzia 63 - May 1, 23 NissanToday’s daf is sponsored by the Hadran Women of Long Island in loving memory of Joan Behrmann a”h, beloved mother of our friend and co-learner Marcy Behrmann Farrell. "Marcy’s passion for truth and equity has deep roots, and we daven that our learning will serve as a merit for the entire family. המקום ינחם אותם בתוך שאר אבלי ציון וירושלים." After two failed attempts at understanding the case in the Mishna where interest is forbidden by rabbinic law, Rava brings an explanation according to Rabbi Oshaya's braita and according to Rabbi Yannai's opinion - that one can turn a loan of money into a loan of produce. If the borrower ha...2024-05-0145 min
The STL Bucket List ShowMeera & Michelle - Sauce MagazineWe’re joined by Executive Director Meera Nagarajan and Digital Creative Director Michelle Volansky of Sauce Magazine. Sauce has told St. Louis food stories since 1999 and it was an honor to host 2 longtime team members of the beloved local publication. Sauce Magazine, now in its 24th year delivering the most relevant insights and stories on dining in STL. Meera and Michelle are also the co-hosts of ‘The Sauce’, a St. Louis restaurant podcast.The two veterans in hospitality journalism share insights on what the job entails, favorite bites in the Lou, the reality of journa...2024-04-171h 09
Empowered 2 AdvocateWhat is RTI and Why Does it Matter?In this episode, Michelle discusses Response to Intervention (RTI) and Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS).
She clarifies the purpose and implementation of RTI, emphasizing its role in preventing academic struggles and providing valuable information for determining eligibility for special education.
Michelle explains the three tiers of support in RTI and the importance of evidence-based instruction and data-driven decision-making. She also highlights the benefits of RTI and MTSS, such as personalized support and reduced inappropriate referrals to special education.
Michelle addresses misconceptions about RTI and emphasizes the right of caregivers to request an evaluation...2024-03-2941 minEmpowered 2 AdvocateAnswering Listener and Follower Questions!In this episode, Dana Marie answers some questions from listeners and followers. She talks about:
OSEP: The Office of Special Education Programs
Reevaluation Meetings
Becoming a Special Education Advocate
Being prepared for an initial eligibility meeting
and more!
All About OSEP: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kprl6bYcnGU
2024-03-1518 minEmpowered 2 AdvocateLet Us Reintroduce Ourselves!Summary
In this episode, Michelle and Dana reintroduce themselves and share their backgrounds and experiences in special education.
They discuss their passion for supporting parents and caregivers, as well as their approach to advocacy, which focuses on collaboration and conversation.
They emphasize the importance of breaking down barriers to information and promoting a student-centered approach in the IEP process.
They also highlight that their advocacy may not be a fit for everyone and that their goal is to solve as many problems as possible at the IEP table.
The...2024-03-0121 minEmpowered 2 AdvocateThe 411 on IEP GoalsSummary
In this episode, Dana Marie and Michelle discuss the importance of well-written goals in Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). They highlight the need for goals to drive services and placement, as well as the role of goals in measuring student progress.
Michelle and Dana Marie provide guidance on crafting effective goals, including considering the current performance level, making goals measurable and challenging yet achievable, and aligning goals with grade level curriculum. They also emphasize the importance of individualizing goals to meet the specific needs and vision of each student. The episode concludes...2024-02-2325 minEmpowered 2 AdvocateTake Flight with Amy Flores-Young: Strategies for Accessible TravelIn this episode, Dana Marie interviews Amy Flores-Young of Flo Yo Travel.
Amy Flores Young (FloYo) is the founder of FloYo Travel and the creator of the IMPACT Retreat Roadmap. Amy is a specialist in planning travel for those with disabilities and chronic health needs. Not only does Amy have over 30 years experience in assisting those with disabilities, she is also the parent of a severely disabled adult and travels internationally as a family. This first hand experience and understanding of how travel deepens relationships gives Amy a unique ability to create spot on travel plans for h...2024-02-1630 minEmpowered 2 AdvocateMy Child is Eligible for an IEP! Now What?In this episode, Dana Marie and Michelle discuss what happens after a child is found eligible for special education.
They provide guidance and information on various aspects of the IEP and special education process, including the initial eligibility meeting, developing the IEP, annual reviews, progress reports, communication with the school, rejecting consent for services, and requesting evaluations.
They emphasize the importance of understanding parent procedural safeguards and giving informed consent.
The episode concludes with resources for further information and support.
Key Takeaways
Parents should expect to be involved in...2024-02-0917 minEmpowered 2 AdvocateThe Importance of (early) Transition PlanningIn this episode, Michelle and Dana Marie discuss the importance of transition planning in the IEP process.
They emphasize the need to start transition planning early, especially for middle school students, and highlight the connection between a student's vision for their future and the skills they need to develop.
The hosts also address the challenges faced in middle school transition planning and the role of educators in supporting students.
They stress the importance of including the student in the transition planning process and provide guidance on advocating for their inclusion.
The...2024-02-0217 minEmpowered 2 AdvocateCan the School Request I Pick My Child Up Early?Buckle in for the third and final part of the Empowered 2 Advocate special 3 episode series about school behavior and discipline!
Be sure to go back and listen to the first episodes in this series if you have not already listened!
In this episode we discuss:
Informal removals: what does this mean? Why are they problematic?
Is it ok to have the school requesting you pick your child up early? What happens if this is occurring often?
The difference between an informal removal and a team determined need for...2023-11-0322 minEmpowered 2 AdvocateFBAs, BCBAs, BIPs - Oh My!Whew! There are a TON of abbreviations, acronyms and just fancy lingo that is specialized to the world of education that gets tossed around at meetings and on the internet. For parents (and even educators!) this can become confusing, overwhelming and make it super challenging to fully participate in your child's meetings and conversations.
In this part 2 of our 3 part series on behavior, we are dialing in our focus to chat about Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs), Board Certified Behavior Analysis's (BCBAs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), also referred to as Positive Behavior Support Plans...2023-10-2023 minEmpowered 2 AdvocateUnpacking behavior support, school discipline and the rights of children with disabilities.
In this first episode of a series on behavior, school discipline, and the rights of children with disabilities Dana Marie brings listeners through 5 Frequently Asked Questions we receive as advocates and parent coaches. She shares some tangible next steps with parents and caregivers who may be wondering:
what to do if your child is experiencing challenging behaviors but is not on an IEP.
what to do if you think your child needs an updated behavior plan.
what to do next if the school keeps calling you to pick up your child early.
and more.
2023-10-0623 minEmpowered 2 AdvocateMy Child Isn't Receiving Their Services; What Do I Do?A question form parents that has comes fairly regularly is "my child's teacher or service provider is out on leave or the position is open and my child is not receiving their services. What do we do?"
And this a tough one because of the teacher shortage and the challenges school districts are having hiring and retaining high quality staff for our students, especially post-pandemic. Even if the district is trying their best, your child still deserves to have access to their services as outlined on their IEP to give the FAPE (Free and Appropriate Public Education...2023-09-2924 minEmpowered 2 AdvocateWhy a Record Review is Useful When Advocating for Your ChildWondering how an advocate can help you and you child in school? A comprehensive record review, either as part of an on-going advocacy relationship (i.e.: attending meetings, ghost writing, completing observations, etc) or as a stand alone support service is so beneficial for caregivers to be able:
to identify gaps in their child's documents and services that may be impacting your child's progress
to ensure these documents align with your child's abilities and that they are fostering growth in all areas
to asses the consistency of document content, compliance with legal requirements and verify accuracy of information
...2023-09-2216 minEmpowered 2 AdvocateHow do I know if my child is making progress?If you are a parent or caregiver of a child on an IEP it is likely that you have heard that term "effective progress" many times. It is one of the ways a team determines if a child is eligible for special education and a way to monitor how the child is doing once they are receiving the support of an IEP. But what is it really and how do you know if your child is actually making progress?
In this episode, we will give you FOUR ways to check in on your child's...2023-09-1513 minEmpowered 2 AdvocateFinding a Community and Caring for YourselfThank you for listening!
In this episode we talk all about self care. We discuss:
small things you can do to care for yourself while also caring for a child or children with a disability
locating your local SEPAC (Special Education Parent Advisory Council)
looking to local organizations for parent and caregiver support groups and networking events
finding community online
Empowered 2 Advocate's Parent and Caregiver retreat on September 28th (link below)
Here are some links to things we mentioned on the podcast today:
Our...2023-09-0822 minEmpowered 2 AdvocateDon't Panic! Back to School Advice from Educational AdvocatesWelcome back to season 3 of the Empowered 2 Advocate Podcast!
If you are tuning into this episode then you probably have a child that is returning to school this fall - and you might be having anxiety about where their IEP process was left in the spring or concerned about how extended school year went this summer.
Our biggest piece of advice is to try to not panic and reframe this as an opportunity for a "fresh start"
Back to school is a great time to get organized...2023-09-0117 min
The 7am NovelistPassages: Paul Rudnick on Farrell Covington and the Limits of StylePaul Rudnick discusses the first pages of his latest novel, Farrell Covington and the Limits of Style, how he discovered Farrell’s character during his writing process, the love story that gave his story its spine, the fever dream of productivity that produced his riveting, rifting style, and how he refuses to take the missteps and messiness of early drafts too seriously.Rudnick’s first pages can be found here.Help local bookstores and our authors by buying this book on Bookshop.Click here for the audio/video version of this interview.Th...2023-08-1836 min
Pharmacy Society of WisconsinPSW Member Spotlight - Michelle FarrellPSW President, Janet Fritsch, and PSW Past President, Michelle Farrell, host the PSW Member Meet Up on June 22, 2023. This monthly meet-up is a space and place for ALL PSW Members to join and learn more about other PSW members and the many ways your PSW membership supports you, your team and your practice.2023-06-2630 minEmpowered 2 AdvocateMaking Movement Fun with Dr. Jennifer Hutton, Pediatric Physical TherapistIf your child has a disability, they very likely have a team of specialists that they work with - inside and outside of school. And like we've discussed on other episodes of the Empowered 2 Advocate Podcast, this can feel very overwhelming. Trying to know and remember who does what can feel like a full time job sometimes!
In this episode, Michelle and Dana Marie have the pleasure to chat with Dr. Jennifer Hutton (AKA Dr. J Pop!) who is a pediatric physical therapist and advocate. Dr. Hutton’s mission is to facilitate spaces of connection, accountability, constructive ch...2023-06-0959 minEmpowered 2 AdvocateTop 5 Accessible Summer Activities in Boston!Summer time can be challenging enough to find fun activities for the whole family; but when a family member has a physical, emotional, sensory, or cognitive disability, a whole other layer of planning comes into play to ensure a fun and safe day for all!
In this episode of the Empowered 2 Advocate podcast, Michelle and Dana Marie chat about 5 of their favorite summer activities (and resources!) in the Boston area that improve accessibility and inclusivity for ALL families!
Download our FREE Boston accessible summer fun guide for more than 20 other activities for you and your family this summer! CLICK...2023-06-0321 minEmpowered 2 Advocate6 Reasons to Request an IEP Team MeetingWhile an IEP is reviewed annually to update progress and services and goals, caregivers have the right to request a team meeting anytime in between these annual reviews.
In this episode of the Empowered 2 Advocate Podcast, Michelle discusses 6 reasons that caregivers should request a reconvene of the IEP team, how she recommends caregivers should request, when to request and important timelines around one of the reasons in particular!
Michelle goes in depth to these 6 reasons to request an IEP team meeting, other than the annual review:
To discuss...2023-05-2630 minEmpowered 2 AdvocateUnderstanding the roles of service providers and ensuring the right people are at the IEP table.In this episode, Dana Marie gives an overview of the service providers you may see on your child's IEP and at their IEP meeting. She covers:
understanding the role of the SLP, AAC specialist, AT specialist, BCBA, RBT, OT, PT, ETL and School Psychologist.
unpacking the acronym for each service provider.
the difference between the school team members who work directly with your child and those who work in overseeing roles.
how to make sure the right people are at the IEP table.
And more!
2023-05-1920 min
Creative Welly's Podcast : AUDIO VERSIONCreative Welly Episode #45 | Michelle Farrell & Dave GreenbergFor full bios, video version and subscription options go to https://www.creativewelly.com/creative-welly-episode-45-michelle-farrell-dave-greenberg2023-05-141h 26Empowered 2 Advocate4 Things to do at the End of the School YearIt's the end of the school year and everything feels like it's moving in a million different directions with a sense of urgency that can feel overwhelming and chaotic.
Our number one piece of advice is to take a deep breath and remember that most things that are feeling urgent now, CAN be addressed in the fall when everyone is feeling refreshed and renewed, including you.
So what can you do to feel proactive now and over the summer to be ready to go first thing in the fall? That's what Michelle and Dana Marie...2023-05-1215 minEmpowered 2 AdvocateThe Road Map to IEP DevelopmentWhen a team writes an IEP, it's important that all the pieces are in alignment and are working together to support the student in accessing their grade level content. There ARE numerous parts to an IEP and it can be overwhelming to understanding how we get from point A to point B and how all the pieces line up! In fact, many teams actually work backwards, starting at placement when placement should actually be determined and driven by the services not the other way around.
In this episode of the Empowered 2 Advocate Podcast, Michelle...2023-05-0527 min
Mentors on the Mic: Your guide to pursuing a career in the Entertainment industry3 Actionable tips to starting your PR strategy before getting a publicistWaiting to hire a publicist when you book something BIG? It may be too late.
Former publicist Diane Foy breaks down why it's a tall ask for a publicist to start promoting your big project without all of the basics set up, things you can do NOW. It can also start your interview journey and prepare you for those bigger media outlets. How can you do The Late Show without some proper training?
This is where DIANE FOY comes in, the creator of the Superfan Attraction Method. We discuss the first three tips from her Superfan Attraction method including PERSONAL...2023-05-0531 min
Let's NotAdult ThingsThe ladies get chills watching the new release of Evil Dead Rise. TikTok gets saucy with the latest hair trend McDonald's bangs. Sam discusses adult things like weddings. Meanwhile, Michelle discovers her new doppelgänger and announces she is now married to Colin Farrell.
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This podcast is powered by Pinecast.2023-04-2850 minEmpowered 2 AdvocateTop Tips for Creating Your Parent Concern StatementIf you've been to an IEP meeting for your child, you should be asked about your concerns or, for you parent concern statement.
The parent concern statement is one of the most important parts of the IEP; and a pace for caregivers to express what they are concerned about when it comes to their child's progress in school.
In this episode, Dana Marie and Michelle share with you their top tips for creating and writing a parent concern statement that truly captures what you want to share with the team and have included in the...2023-04-2818 minEmpowered 2 AdvocateThe Power of Assistive Technology in the ClassroomIn this episode Dana Marie and Michelle chat with Melissa Derr, Assistive Technology Specialist. Melissa works in Early Intervention at Easter Seals in Pennsylvania and has experience assessing and implementing assistive technology plans for children of all ages.
In this episode Melissa helps us dive into many important questions like:
What is Assistive Technology?
What is the role of an Assistive Technology Specialist on the IEP team?
How does the IEP determine what assistive technology is useful and needed by the student to improve access to their education?
What are common examples of...2023-04-2141 minStrangers on the InternetSpecial: Exclusive Interview with VulgaDrawings Cartoonist Lily O'FarrellOn this special episode, Irina and Michelle sit down with popular feminist cartoonist and writer Lily O'Farrell, who has amassed over 300K followers on her VulgaDrawings Instagram account. We talk about the British artist's earlier days in the comedy world, encounters with the incel community, recent book "Kyle Theory," and love-hate relationship with dating apps. Why did Instagram try to shut down her cartoon response to the "not all men" trope? How can we speak with boys who fall prey to manosphere influencers such as Andrew Tate? And what are the dangers of meeting trolls with "himpathy"? Lily talks...2023-04-171h 04Empowered 2 AdvocateYour Challenge Can Be Your Super Power with James NorrisIn this episode Dana Marie and Michelle chat with James Norris, founder of Handi Capable Fitness a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to helping people get out, be active, and be proud of the life they live. James is also the author of Feeling Left Out, the first in a series of four children's books that highlight how children deal with the challenges of growing up. When James' left his broadcasting career a few years ago, he set out to make positive changes for himself and in turn has impacted the lives of so many others.
...2023-04-1441 minEmpowered 2 AdvocateBehavior is Communication with Karyn Roy, BCBAIn our first ever guest episode, Michelle and Dana Marie chat with Karyn Roy, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst at a K-8 school who supports students with a variety of disabilities in both the inclusion and the substantially separate setting.
In this episode we discuss:
What is a BCBA?
How do BCBAs help students in schools access their education?
When might a BCBA be a part of a student's IEP team?
Why a team approach to behavior change is so important.
The importance of consistency.
ABA: the shift to a more compassionate and trauma informed methodology.
...2023-04-0751 min
Grab the Essential Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, Legal & PoliticalEven When You Lie by Michelle CruzPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/645475to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Even When You Lie
Author: Michelle Cruz
Narrator: Nan Mcnamara
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 9 hours 36 minutes
Release date: March 21, 2023
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 2
Genres: Legal & Political
Publisher's Summary:
Reagan Reyes hunts other people’s secrets. A former intelligence officer, she’s currently the in-house investigator for pricey criminal-defense attorney Cade McCarrick…and she’s his lover, despite the law firm’s rules forbidding romantic relationships between partners and staff. But their love—including their agreement never to lie to each other—is the only authenticity they have in a world of...2023-03-219h 36
The Confidence Project PodcastJourney Through Dieting & MLMs with Michelle FarrellConnect with Michelle: On IG: @_michelle_farrell Fitness Academy for Beginners: https://www.straightupstrong.com/fab Strong & Simple Podcast: https://strongandsimplepodcast.com/ Referenced: "Is this a smoothie shop or a scam?" with Carrie Chowske https://strongandsimplepodcast.com/2022/06/03/is-this-a-smoothie-shop-or-a-scam-with-carrie-chowske/ 2023-02-211h 08
Empowered 2 AdvocateFive things to know about the MCAS and your child on an IEPFive Things You Need to Know About the MCAS. In this episode we talk about
1. The MCAS as a graduation requirement.
2. The MCAS Decision Making Tool and annual review.
3. The Alternate Assessment.
4. Why your child's disability category and classroom do not determine how they participate.
4. And some considerations for accommodations on the assessment.
Want more information?
Decision Making Tool here: https://www.doe.mass.edu/mcas/alt/essa/decision-tool.pdf
MCAS Resources for Parents and Guardians here: h...2023-02-1713 minEmpowered 2 AdvocateLeast Restrictive EnvironmentIn this episode we dive into the topic of Least Restrictive Environment. We discuss:
what it is in the simplest terms
how it is protected by IDEA
the continuum of settings and placements in Special Education
how students can be supported in an inclusion setting
the benefits of including students with disabilities
what to look for when questioning whether your child is in the appropriate placement
and more!
IDEA: https://sites.ed.gov/idea/topic-areas/#LRE
Schedule a free 20 minute consultation with us here: https://empowered2advocatescheduling.as.me/sch...2023-02-1030 minEmpowered 2 AdvocateWhat Its Like Working With Empowered 2 AdvocateIn this episode, hear how Empowered 2 Advocate might be able to support you. We discuss:
1. how educators can benefit from our support.
2. why an observation of your child in their school setting may be helpful for you.
3. how E2A can review documents and help make sense of them for you.
4. how E2A can help you write and review communication to and from the school.
5. and more!
Want to learn more? Schedule a free 20 minute consult with us here: https://emp...2023-02-0316 min
N-Box RadioFinal Sex and Relationship episode/Final episode period featuring Michelle Hartzell.We wrap up the podcast with a sex and relationship type of talk. Thank everyone for listening and stay tuned for some new things to come.2023-02-0359 minEmpowered 2 AdvocateEpisode 12: Introducing Dana Marie and MichelleIn this episode, Dana Marie and Michelle re-introduce themselves and talk about where they came from and what inspired them to start Empowered 2 Advocate!
Hear from Dana Marie and Michelle as they talk about their backgrounds in special education, what they are passionate about, and how Empowered 2 Advocate came to be.
Want to learn more about them and Empowered 2 Advocate?
Head to our website: www.empowered2advocate.com
Think working with Dana Marie and Michelle might be a good fit? Schedule a fre...2023-01-2717 minEmpowered 2 AdvocateImportant Special Education Timelines Parents Need to Know!Under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) there are procedural safeguards and due process laws and protocols to ensure students with disabilities are given access to their Free and Appropriate Public Education (FAPE).
Part of these laws are timelines that must be adhered to by public school systems in the United States. While each state has their own guidelines, they must follow federal law when they create there's.
In this episode, Michelle and Dana Marie review some the most important special education timelines for parents and caregivers to be aware of:
timelines for ev...2023-01-2011 minEmpowered 2 AdvocateThe school district said my child's not eligible for special education services - now what?You have concerns about your child's progress in school. You request an evaluation. At the meeting, the school district determines your child is not eligible for an IEP (special education). What are the next steps after the meeting that you as a parent can follow to ensure your child is receiving what they require to access their education?
In this episode, we discuss (from a lens of Massachusetts law):
A review of the eligibility process
Reasons a student may not be eligible for special education
A caregiver's next steps after the meeting
An overview of the medi...2023-01-1322 minEmpowered 2 AdvocateGet organized for you child's next IEP meeting!This episode is all about getting organized! Be sure to head to www.empowered2advocate.com to download your FREE binder organization system! CLICK HERE
Being prepared for you child's meeting supports you with being better able to fully participate in your child's IEP meeting and understand the why's of recommendations service providers are making. But in the ocean of paperwork that you receive for your child, what papers are most important to keep and have at your fingertips to be able to review and bring with you to meetings?
In this episode of the Empowered 2 A...2023-01-0620 minEmpowered 2 AdvocateGift Ideas for Educators!December break and end of the school year are 2 big times for caregivers and parents to be wondering, "what are great gift ideas for my child's teachers and therapists that they will actually love and use to say thank you!"
In this special episode of the Empowered 2 Advocate Podcast, Dana marie and Michelle share some of their favorite and most memorable gifts they have received over the years as well as ways to have your child be involved!
What are some gifts your child's teachers have loved? Are you a teacher? What are some of th...2022-12-1923 minEmpowered 2 AdvocateThe Power of Student Voice in the IEP Process: Students with Unique Communication and Emotional Needs (part 5 of 5)In part 5 of this 5 part series on student voice and including students in their IEP process, we discuss how to support students of all ages (3-22) with unique communication, emotional, and behavioral needs.
In this episode we:
• Discuss strategies for gathering information about students' interests, accomplishments and strengths in various ways when a student utilizes a communication tool such as an iPad or communication board
• Suggestions educators and caregivers for bringing the student's voice to the meeting even if they will not be at the meeting
• The importance of including ALL studen...2022-12-1621 minEmpowered 2 AdvocateThe Power of Student Voice in the IEP Process: Pre-K to 4th Grade (part 4 of 5)In part 4 of this 5 part series on student voice and including students in their IEP process, we dig into the preschool and elementary school years (3-10 year olds).
In this episode we:
Discuss strategies for gathering information about students' interests, accomplishments and strengths
Suggestions educators and caregivers for bringing the child's voice to the meeting even if they will not be at the meeting
The importance of cultivating a growth mindset and confidence in abilities as young as possible
Have questions or suggestions for including preschool and elementary students in their IEP meetings? Email us em...2022-12-0921 minEmpowered 2 AdvocateThe Power of Student Voice in the IEP Process: The Middle School Years (part 3 of 5)In part 3 of this 5 part series on student voice and including students in their IEP process we dig into the middle school years, grades 5-8, ages 10-13ish. In this episode we discuss:
How to have conversations with your child / students about their disabilities and disabilities and learning differences in general
How to discuss with them what their IEP is, why they have it and getting their input on what is useful for them for learning and what isn't useful.
Getting student involved as early as possible about how they learn and how different students learn differently
How t...2022-12-0224 minEmpowered 2 AdvocateThe Power of Student Voice in the IEP Process: Ages 14-22 (Part 2 of 5)In this second part of our 5 part series about the power of student voice in the IEP process Dana Marie and Michelle focus on students aged 14-22. While teams are legally obligated to include students in their meetings and IEP process, specifically their vision and Transition Planning Form, at age 14, and having legal signing rights at age 18, there are so many other reasons that this inclusion of students in their educational planning has a positive impact for the student.
In this episode we discuss how this inclusion of students in their meetings and IEP planning helps to sh...2022-11-2522 min
Mission Kona Podcast#8 2022 Kona Series: Amy Farrell 2nd 45-49Send us a textAmy Farrell, a physical education teacher and coach from Tupper Lake, New York, just recently competed in her 8th Ironman race in Kona. Yes, EIGHT TIMES racing that epic course, where she crossed the line with an incredible 2nd place finish in her age group.A high school swimmer and runner, Amy knew all about triathlon at a young age and she would watch the annual coverage of the Kona World Championship race start to finish. She competed in her first triathlon just after college. Her first Kona qualification race came...2022-11-2548 minEmpowered 2 AdvocateThe Power of Student Voice in the IEP Process! Part 1 of 5In this 5 part series, Michelle and Dana Marie dig into the power of student voice in their IEP and education in general. In this episode we discuss what is student voice, why we care and give an overview of what we will discuss in the upcoming 4 episodes! Be sure to subscribe / follow us wherever you are listening and if you find this helpful, please share with friends, family members, fellow caregivers and/or educators!
🥳 Reach out to schedule a consult and see how we can help you through the Special Education process. https://empowered2advocatescheduling.as.me/schedu...2022-11-1808 minEmpowered 2 AdvocateTop 10 Myths About Special Education: Busted!This podcast episode is based on a live webinar we hosted on 11/8/2022! There was such great information in this webinar, we wanted to share with all of you! Check it out and be sure to subscribe / follow the podcast on your favorite platform (apple, Spotify, google) so you never miss an episode! We release episodes every Friday and would love to hear form you about what would be the most useful! Email us at empowered2advocate@gmail.com with suggestions, comments, and questions!
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With all the great information out there about education and...2022-11-1127 min