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The On-Air AdvocateTexas A&M University's PATHS and Aggie ACHIEVE ProgramsAs we continue our Back To School & Transition Series 📚 I am excited to welcome Tracy Glass, PATHS Program Coordinator, Heather Dulas, Dr. / Program Director, Aggie ACHIEVE and Eric Roberts, Director of Postsecondary Education. 📚 Tracy is currently the PATHS Program Coordinator working with students of all abilities to help them achieve their employment and educational goals. 📚 Heather M. Dulas, Ph.D. is the Program Director for Aggie ACHIEVE at Texas A&M University. Dr. Dulas earned her Ph.D. in Educational Psychology at Texas A&M University where she also served as a job coach for Aggie ACH...2022-09-0626 min
The On-Air AdvocateA Uniquely Designed College For Students With IDD - Transition Series: High School & BeyondAs we continue our Back To School & Transition Series 📚 I am excited to welcome Scott Perkins, Director of Admissions. Scott Perkins is the Director of Admissions for Shepherds College (SC), a fully accredited post-secondary vocational training school designed specifically for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Union Grove, WI. Scott has served at SC for five years in various roles. In his current role, he works with families as they apply to Shepherds College. Before coming to SC, he was a School Counselor in districts in South Eastern Wisconsin. Listen in as Scott shares abou...2022-09-0625 min
The On-Air AdvocateAll Things Back To School: Preschool EditionAs we continue our Back To School & Transition Series 📚 I am excited to welcome Jill Urbane, The Mentor Mom. Jill Urbane, aka, The Mentor Mom, is a Parent Educator and Social Worker who has been working with families in their homes for nearly thirty years. The bulk of her work has been as an Early Childhood Interventionist working with parents of toddlers and preschoolers with developmental delays. She is passionate about supporting families by providing them with the foundational knowledge, understanding and skills needed to help parents foster healthy growth, development and learning in their child while find...2022-09-0520 min
The On-Air AdvocateThe Importance of Learning Life Skills - Transition Series: High School & BeyondAs we continue our Back To School & Transition Series 📚 I am excited to welcome Lisa Dickie, Owner, Dickie's Cooking School. Lisa opened Dickie's Cooking School in 2017 with a goal to teach people how to cook delicious and healthy meals for themselves. She is passionate that cooking classes should be accessible to everyone. Since then she has developed cooking classes and workshops for children and adults. Lisa used her experience as a Special Education Teacher to develop cooking and life skills classes for neuro-diverse adults and tailored programs for adults with autism, epilepsy and Down Syndrome. Lis...2022-09-0430 min
The On-Air AdvocateSarah's Journey: Living Life With A DisabilityAs we continue our Back To School & Transition Series 📚 I am excited to welcome Sarah Sweeney, MSW. Sarah Sweeney is 37 years old, and has her masters degree in social work. She likes to get to know people and hear their stories and really understand what makes them who they are. Currently, Sarah is in a transitional phase of life right now and sometimes that's not easy, but she feels it is important to keep learning and growing because in moving forward you never know what could be around the corner. Listen in as Sarah shares her...2022-09-0431 min
The On-Air AdvocatePursuing Your Passion - Transition Series: High School & Beyond)As we continue our Back To School & Transition Series 📚 I am excited to welcome Tylia L. Flores, Author and disability activist, radio station co-owner. Tylia L. Flores is a twenty-seven-year-old born with Splastic Dysplasia Cerebral Palsy. Despite her condition that affects her mobility, she does not allow it to affect her will and determination to make a difference in the world. Through her many life challenges and obstacles, she discovered her passion for writing. Tylia’s goal in life is to share her stories with the world. In doing so, she hopes to help others with disabilities realiz...2022-09-0427 min
The On-Air AdvocateMy Transition Story - Transition Series: High School & BeyondAs we continue our Back To School & Transition Series, I am excited to welcome Chris Blezien. Chris has mild Cerebral Palsy and is 40 years old. He has been actively involved in the transition process since the beginning. Which started in school where he participated in his IEP meetings since grade school. When he graduated he used the department of rehabilitation services to help navigate job shadowing as well employment opportunities through the ticket to work program. He has had several jobs including: an internship at Walt Disney World in Orlando Florida. He was a guest se...2022-09-0319 min
The On-Air AdvocateInclusion Coffee Company - Transition Series: High School & BeyondAs we kick off our Back To School & Transition Series 📚 I am excited to welcome to Friday’s show, Mackenzie Edinger, Owner of Inclusion Coffee Company. Mackenzie opened Inclusion Coffee Company after years of working with Special Education students and adults, and realized that she wanted to do something outside of a school building. The Inclusion Coffee Company provides jobs and opportunities for individuals with disabilities to enrich their lives. Listen in as Mackenzie shares all about the Inclusion Coffee Company ☕️ Learn more at : www.inclusioncoffeecompany.com Best Ways to Connect: Send...2022-08-2610 min
The On-Air Advocate5 Reason To Write - Transition Series: High School & BeyondAs we kick off our Back To School & Transition Series 📚 I am excited to welcome to Friday’s show, Cindy Folk, Author & Entrepreneur. Cindy Folk was born and raised in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada. She attended the University of Regina, majoring in finance, but has always had a creative side that was bubbling just below the surface. Northern Escape is her debut novel and her inspiring to help other passionate writers learn more about self-publishing. Listen in as Cindy shares 5 Reasons To Write ✍️ Download your FREE guide from Cindy : 7 Key Steps to Get You Started...2022-08-2617 min
The On-Air AdvocateSurround yourself with Positive & Uplifting Voices : Special Needs ParentingIt is so important as a special needs parent to surround yourself with positive energy and uplifting voices. Finding those that make you smile and feel supported. Sometimes finding those individuals isn't so easy. As many can't understand the journey we are on... Listen in as we have a quick chat about finding those uplifting voices and protecting our peace. The resources I spoke about are listed below: Get Your Guide Now: The Self-Care Toolkit for Special Needs Parents: https://www.onairadvocate.com/selfcaretoolkit-parents.html Additional Ideas & Resources: - Local library...2022-08-2412 min
The On-Air AdvocateTransition: The importance of understanding Entitlement vs Eligibility Services ; Special Needs ParentingEntitlement vs Eligibility Services ... What the heck does that mean? Take 10 minutes today to listen in and learn more about the tranistion process. Having a clear understanding of this before your young adult with special needs starts the transition process is crucial to set you and your family up for success. In addition, I am so excited about our transition series that kicks off this Friday. We have almost 20 different amazing schools, organizations, employers and individuals to share ideas and resources to help as your young adult transitions high school and beyond. Make sure you are connected t...2022-08-2210 min
The On-Air AdvocateHow To Get Better Sleep During Your Next Hospital Stay: For You & Your Child w/ Special NeedsLet's be honest friends trying to sleep at the hospital can be maddening. Here are a few helpful tips from our personal experiences sleeping at the hospital over the last 2 1/2 decades. Also, super excited to be back after a month and a half of doing the hospital hustle with my son. Below are some of the resources I mentioned in the episode. Thanks again for listening in ... I appreciate y'all :) Full Hospital Check List Coming Soon ... Best Ways to Connect: Send me a message: https://www.onairadvocate.com/contact 2022-08-1816 min
The On-Air AdvocateThe Power of Preplanning for Parents of Children w/ Special NeedsAs our Summer Series continues ... The Power of Preplanning I think we can all agree that being prepared and taking time to preplan can calm chaos and overwhelm throughout each day. Listen in to today's 10 minute shorty episode ( its really 20 minutes but giving myself grace) as we go through 17 simple preplanning strategies to help you go from chaos to calm. As I spoke about in the episode I want to share this very special new FREE resources from The On-Air Advocate: The Self-Care Toolkit for Special Needs Parents . This 15 page uplifting guide takes y...2022-06-2221 min
The On-Air AdvocateGive Yourself GraceSpecial Needs Parenting is definitely a marathon not a sprint. Being able to give yourself grace is vital. Listen in to this 10 minute shorty episode as we go through some simple and easy ideas to implement. As I spoke about in the episode I want to share this very special new FREE resources from The On-Air Advocate: The Self-Care Toolkit for Special Needs Parents. This 15 page uplifting guide takes you through the power of affirmations, moments of gratitude, movement activities, calming practices and more. Remember self-care is the best care. Thank you for tuning in! I would...2022-06-1311 min
The On-Air AdvocateLaunch Episode - 10 Minutes w/ TammyWelcome to our New Series called 10 minutes with Tammy. These shorty episodes provide quick and helpful tips, tools and strategies for parents of children, teens and young adults with special needs and complex medical conditions. In addition, giving us a transparent space to chat about our trials and triumphs. As we all navigate and advocate our way through this overwhelming but yet super amazing journey we call life. Thank you Friends for joining me :) If you have topics you would like me to cover please head over to www.onairadvocate.com and send me a note on our contact pa...2022-06-0709 min
The On-Air AdvocateDrug Development & Patient Advisory Boards - Cholangiocarcinoma SeriesAs we continue our Cholangiocarcinoma Series I am excited to welcome, Peter Langmuir, M.D., Group Vice President, Oncology Targeted Therapies, Incyte. Peter Langmuir, M.D. is Group Vice President of Oncology Targeted Therapeutics at Incyte. Dr. Langmuir earned his medical degree at the Yale University School of Medicine and trained in pediatrics and pediatric hematology-oncology at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. He has worked in the pharmaceutical and biotech industry for the past 18 years, focusing primarily on the clinical development of targeted therapies for both solid tumors and hematologic malignancies. Lis...2021-12-3015 min
The On-Air AdvocatePatient First Perspective & Advocacy - Cholangiocarcinoma SeriesAs we continue our Cholangiocarcinoma Series I am excited to welcome, Melinda Bachini Director of Advocacy, Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation. Melinda Bachini is a 12-year survivor of cholangiocarcinoma. She was diagnosed in 2009 with Stage IV intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma. Her treatments have included: Liver resection, chemotherapy, clinical trial with Adoptive Cell Therapy, and pembrolizumab. Melinda is married and the mother of six children. She is passionate about patient advocacy. Her personal experience with the previous and current treatments allows for great insight to patients participating in clinical trials. Her function as moderator of the cholangiocarcinoma discussion board, allows Melinda t...2021-12-3020 min
The On-Air AdvocateGet To Know Cholangiocarcinoma with Dr. JavleAs we continue our Cholangiocarcinoma Series I am excited to welcome to the show, Milind Javle, M.D. Milind Javle is a medical oncologist from Houston, TX. He is currently the Hubert L. and Olive Stringer Professor at UT MD Anderson Cancer Center, he is also the current chair, NCI Task Force, Hepatobiliary Cancers, former chair of the International Cholangiocarcinoma Research Network, Vice President of the Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation: Clinical and Scientific Advisory Board. He graduated from Grant Medical College, Mumbai, India and completed his residency in SUNY, Buffalo, NY, and oncology training at Roswell Park Cancer Institute...2021-12-2017 min
The On-Air AdvocateCholangiocarcinoma Foundation's 15th Anniversary & MissionAs we kick off our Cholangiocarcinoma Series I am excited to welcome to the show, Stacie Lindsey, Founder and CEO of the Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation. Stacie Lindsey is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of the Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation (CCF). She and the Foundation were the first cancer advocacy organization to participate in the FDA’s Project Livin’ Label educational initiative through the video Episode 2 – Pemigatinib: The Backstory. Lindsey serves on the Steering Committee of the Global Cholangiocarcinoma Alliance, the Program Steering Committee of the Cholangiocarcinoma Summit, is a founding member of the organizing committee of the Asia Pacific Cholang...2021-12-1630 min
The On-Air AdvocateLiving with Vascular Ehlers-Danlos: Perspectives from a parent and child As we continue our VEDS Series, I am so excited to welcome, Meg & Zoe. Meg is a 41 year old mother, wife, registered nurse, and patient living with Vascular type Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (vEDS). Meg was diagnosed with the condition after several years of seeking answers for medical issues including multiple aneurysms. Meg's parents tested negative for vEDS, however her two children were found to have inherited the condition from her. Meg now works as the clinical nurse navigator for the Hoag Marfan Syndrome & Related Conditions program in Newport Beach, CA where she has focused her nursing career as an advocate for p...2021-12-1532 min
Inside Leduc PodcastTammy Haayema Leduc City Council InterviewGuest Name: Tammy Haayema Business: Elect Tammy Haayema for City of Leduc Councillor Get to know the owner, what drives them and what's unique about Leduc City Council with Podcast host Tarah Flynn2021-10-1525 min
The On-Air AdvocateThe VEDS Movement & VEDS Action MonthAs we continue our VEDS Action Month Series, I am so excited to welcome to the show, Katie Wright, Director of The VEDS Movement. Katie Wright was diagnosed with VEDS, or Vascular Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, in 2017. Her diagnosis provided the answer for the unexplained neck pain she had been dealing with for over a year, which turned out to be a dissected carotid artery. Katie's diagnosis inspired her to get involved in advocacy for VEDS. She first started a YouTube channel, and then started a podcast, Staying Connected, featuring stories from other people with VEDS. In 2018, sh...2021-10-0516 min
The On-Air AdvocateCurrent Research & Opportunities for Treatments in Vascular Ehlers-DanlosAs we kick off our VEDS Action Month Series, I am so excited to welcome to the show, Dr. Josephine Grima, Chief Science Officer - The Marfan Foundation. Dr. Josephine Grima is in charge of The Marfan Foundation Research and Science Program and also helps direct The VEDS Movement. The VEDS Movement is a new division just added two years ago. The Marfan Foundation research program currently awards up to $700,000 in yearly research grants. In addition she is responsible for organizing medical symposia, outreach to the NIH and advocacy organizations, and preparing medical education material for both t...2021-10-0524 min
Thriving in the Midst of Chaos: Parenting With Special Needs KidsRaising a Child With Multiple Complex Medical Conditions With Guest Tammy FlynnEpisode 99: Raising a Child With Multiple Complex Medical Conditions With Guest Tammy Flynn In this episode, guest Tammy Flynn discusses raising children with complex medical conditions. Her son Marcus has numerous complex medical conditions, including Ehlers Danlos syndrome, Sherman’s kyphosis, EOE (eosinophilia of the esophagus), a bleeding disorder, encephalopathy upon birth, low tone, poor fine motor skills, differently shaped ear canals, slow motility, reflux( as a child), and cancerous moles on his back. Other than heavy morning sickness that spanned her pregnancy, her pregnancy was relatively normal. Toward the end, she thought her...2021-07-221h 20
The On-Air AdvocatePancreatic Cancer: Early diagnostic efforts & PurpleStride 2021 As turn our spotlight to Pancreatic Cancer Awareness, I am so excited to welcome to the show, Steve Lipshetz Communications Chair - Milwaukee Affiliate of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, Tricia Zenker, Survivor/Caregiver Engagement Chair with PANCAN, Bert Zenker AIA, Vice President Design Services at MSI General. About Steve: I started to volunteer with the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network in January of 2011. My mother-in-law and sister-in-law both passed from the disease within 6 months of 2010. I am a native New Yorker and worked in Manhattan for 34 years before moving to Wisconsin in 2006. I have 3 sons who live in Virginia, Colorado a...2021-06-0132 min
The On-Air AdvocateSpotting a Stroke F.A.S.T As we continue our spotlight on Stroke Awareness Month, I am so excited to welcome, Josie Rupnick, Stroke Survivor, American Heart Association Volunteer. Josie Rupnik suffered from a massive stroke in 2012, when she was just 36 years old. She had just traveled 16 hours by car, from Florida, back home to Wisconsin. During that trip, she developed a blood clot that traveled up through an undetected hole in her heart and into her Carotid artery. Luckily, her family was able to spot the stroke quickly, and she was rushed to the hospital. After the stroke, she had to re-learn how to sit up...2021-06-0118 min
The On-Air AdvocateErin Browning, Ayurvedic Health Counselor & Breathwork Facilitator As we continue our spotlight on Mental Health Awareness Month, I am excited to welcome, Erin Browning, Ayurvedic Health Counselor & Breathwork facilitator. Erin's education is as a speech language pathologist and she spent a decade traveling the country and teaching the nations therapists and educators about neurodiversity. She currently Lives in rural WV working locally and through technology (zoom or Skype) one on one with people dealing with decisions, transitions, or living in stressful situations. She serves on a larger scale by teaching families and professionals about their natural tendencies, caregiver type, and how this impacts day to day life b...2021-06-0121 min
The On-Air AdvocateFacing Alport Syndrome: A Teen/Young Adult PerspectiveAs we wrap up our Alport Awareness Series, I am so excited to welcome to the show, Grant Bonebrake & Maddie Martin, Volunteer Patient Advocate Alport Foundation. About Grant: Grant Bonebrake is a high school senior in San Diego, CA. He was misdiagnosed with the wrong kidney disease until age 11 when he experienced hearing loss that led to proper diagnoses of Alport syndrome, a rare genetic kidney disease. His involvement with Alport Syndrome Foundation led him to become an active patient advocate. In December 2020, Grant received the national RareVoice Award (Teen Category) for Legislative Advocacy from the EveryLife F...2021-05-2353 min
The On-Air AdvocateStroke 101 with Leah Forlenza, Stroke Coordinator at Ascension St. Joseph As we turn our focus to Stroke Awareness Month, I am so excited to welcome, Leah Forlenza, Chest Pain & Stroke Coordinator at Ascension St. Joseph Leah Forlenza has been a nurse working in the inner City of Milwaukee since graduating from Cardinal Stritch University in 1996. First on the floor then in the Emergency Departments at Aurora Sinai Medical Center and then at Ascension St. Joseph. Currently, she is the Chest Pain and Stroke Coordinator for Ascension St. Joseph. She is passionate about improving the health of the community she cares for. Listen in this educational episode Stroke 101 with Leah Forlenza, Ch...2021-05-1927 min
The On-Air AdvocateMPS Education & Awareness As we spotlight MPS awareness month, I am so excited to welcome, Daisy Vogt, Integrative Nutrition Health Coach & MPS Mom. Mucopolysaccharidoses are genetic diseases affecting 1 in 25,000 children. MPS and related diseases affect virtually every organ and body system including joints, nerves and muscles. This is due to incompletely broken down glycosaminoglycan (GAG) that remains stored inside the cells in the body and begins to build up, causing progressive damage and, for many, significant pain. Individuals with MPS may present with symptoms of pain not unlike those with other degenerative diseases, including arthritis. This pain may occur from nerve pain stemming f...2021-05-1217 min
The On-Air Advocate5 Life Areas to Strengthen Well Being & Manage Stress As we turn our focus to National Stress Awareness Month, I am so excited to welcome, Jennifer Van Rossum, Psychotherapist and Mental Wellness Educator & Consultant. I am a Licensed Psychotherapist (LPC) and Mental Wellness Educator & Consultant in private practice with a specialty in treating anxiety and building resilience. I have studied the human mind and behavior for over 2 decades, and I genuinely love what I do! I have special interest in the psychology, sociology and neuroscience of well-being and have advanced post-Masters training in Interpersonal Neurobiology through the MindSight Institute with Dr. Dan Siegel. I hold a certificate in Mindfulness-Based C...2021-04-3041 min
The On-Air AdvocateAll About RPM - Rapid Prompting MethodAs we spotlight Autism Acceptance and Awareness Month, I am excited to welcome back to the show, Jackie Dorshorst, RPM Provider/Owner of RPM+ for Autism & Gavin Schultz, Student. Jackie Shares: I am a Speech/Language Pathologist and worked in the public schools for over 20 years. I was looking for some way to help people who couldn't communicate verbally. I found RPM and opened a private practice to devote my life to helping people communicate. I have an office in Waukesha and also offer services via Zoom. I travel within the US to do workshops with families and...2021-04-2644 min
The On-Air AdvocateParkinson's Disease: What You Need To Know As we spotlight this April Parkinson’s Awareness Month, I am so excited to welcome, Dr. Rebecca Gilbert, Chief Scientific Officer, American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) Dr. Rebecca Gilbert joined APDA in 2018, bringing a wealth of practical experience in diagnosing and treating Parkinson’s disease, as well as a strong background in fundamental and clinical science to the team. She is responsible for overseeing APDA’s research portfolio in conjunction with APDA’s Scientific Advisory Board, and also provides medical and clinical expertise to support APDA programming as well as print and web content. Dr. Gilbert received her MD degree at Weill M...2021-04-0926 min
The On-Air AdvocateThe Sjogren's Foundation As we spotlight this April Sjogren’s Awareness Month, I am so excited to welcome, Janet Church, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Sjogren’s Foundation. Janet Church is the President and CEO of the Sjogren's Foundation. Sjogren's is a serious and systemic autoimmune disease affecting 4 Million Americans. The Sjogren's Foundation provides education, awareness, and research grants that support the entire Sjogren’s community of patients, medical providers, and researchers. As a Sjogren's patient herself, she has a deep understanding of living with this autoimmune disease and is dedicated to leading the Foundation to conquer the complexities of Sjogren's. Listen i...2021-04-0827 min
The On-Air AdvocateLiving with Sarcoidosis As we spotlight this April, Sarcoidosis Awareness Month, I am excited to welcome, Dr. Elliott Crouser, Chair of the Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research' Scientific Advisory Board, Professor - Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine at Ohio State University & Mary McGowan CEO, Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research. Dr. Crouser has over 31 years of medical experience and has been a member of FSR's SAB since 2016. He is a professor of medicine at Ohio State University where he specializes in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine with a focus on translational research on systemic inflammatory diseases involving the lungs. In 25 years of supported research, Dr. Crouser's...2021-04-0825 min
The On-Air AdvocateNutritional, What? As we turn our focus to National Nutrition Month, I am so excited, Rachael Stricker, Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, real food lover. wife. mom. essential oil user. jesus follower. About Rachael : I am a mom to two teenage girls, a bonus 7 yr old boy, wife to a super cool husband, and a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner (NTP). And oh yeah, I am a self proclaimed really good cook. Good food just makes life better, doesn’t it?! I am super passionate about where our food comes from, what is in our food, and how food affects our bodies both physically, mentally, and emot...2021-03-2425 min
The On-Air AdvocateColorectal Cancer Awareness Month w/ Stephen Estrada- Stage 4 Colorectal Cancer Survivor As we spotlight National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month , I am excited to welcome to the show, Stephen Estrada, Manager of Community Engagement at the Colorectal Cancer Alliance. About Stephen: At 28, I was diagnosed with Lynch Syndrome and inoperable, stage 4 colorectal cancer. After being told I had about a year left to live, I became an advocate for young-onset colorectal cancer. I also became an advocate for my health and my care. After 2 surgeries--one causing internal hemorrhaging during recovery that nearly killed me--chemotherapy, and a lot of research, I fired my care team and went elsewhere. This allowed me the opportunity to...2021-03-1416 min
The On-Air AdvocateAlport Syndrome Journey as a Patient, Mother and NurseAs we wrap up our Alport Awareness Series & support National Kidney & Alport Syndrome Awareness Month, I am so excited to welcome to the show, Cassandra Smith ICU Nurse and Volunteer Patient Advocate, Alport Foundation. Cassie Smith, a Kentucky native, is a registered nurse and mom to three young children. She was first diagnosed with Alport syndrome in late childhood. Two of her three children were diagnosed in early 2019. Both her professional and personal experiences make her passionate about patient advocacy. Cassie recently accepted the opportunity to Co-Chair the newly established Emerging Leadership Council for Alport Syndrome Foundation. I...2021-03-1429 min
The On-Air AdvocateFacing Alport Syndrome: A Teen/Young Adult PerspectiveAs we continue our Alport Awareness Series & support National Kidney & Alport Syndrome Awareness Month, I am so excited to welcome to the show, Grant Bonebrake & Maddie Martin, Volunteer Patient Advocate Alport Foundation. About Grant: Grant Bonebrake is a high school senior in San Diego, CA. He was misdiagnosed with the wrong kidney disease until age 11 when he experienced hearing loss that led to proper diagnoses of Alport syndrome, a rare genetic kidney disease. His involvement with Alport Syndrome Foundation led him to become an active patient advocate. In December 2020, Grant received the national RareVoice Award (Teen Category) f...2021-03-1456 min
The On-Air AdvocateEducation and Connection for Alport Syndrome Patients As we kick of our Alport Awareness Series & support National Kidney & Alport Syndrome Awareness Month, I am so excited to welcome to the show, Kevin Schnurr, Director of Communications, Alport Syndrome Foundation. Kevin began volunteering for Alport Syndrome Foundation in 2012 at age 26 after experiencing unexpected renal failure. After two years on dialysis, he received a living donor transplant from a close friend. Kevin’s desire to help others in the rare disease community led to his position as ASF Social Media Specialist in 2014 and part-time Patient Outreach Coordinator in 2016. He has facilitated the Teen program at ASF Family Meetings, represented ASF...2021-03-1424 min
The On-Air AdvocateMarfan Syndrome: A Teen PerspectiveAs we continue our Marfan Awareness Series, I am so excited to welcome, Grace Meyers, Volunteer, The Marfan Foundation. Grace Meyers, 17, is a senior at Plymouth High School in Michigan. She be attending Eastern Michigan University next year to pursue a career in child development. Grace, who is affected by Marfan syndrome, enjoys getting involved with The Marfan Foundation. In the past, she has served as a legislative advocate and attended the Foundation's Hill Day in Washington, DC, in February 2020. She is also a member of the Foundation's Teen Council. She enjoys going to the Foundation's annual c...2021-03-0414 min
The On-Air AdvocateThe journey of Kim & Veloris - Heart Attack Survivors As we continue our Heart of it All Series for American Heart Month, I am so excited to welcome, Kim Christenson & Veloris Brooks, Volunteers & Heart Attack Survivors, American Heart Association About Kim: Kim Christenson suffered a major heart attack in September 2016. She had just finished up a training session with her friend, when she started to feel a burning in her chest and unimaginable pain in her neck, jaw and back. As the pain continued to worsen, she began to recognize that something was wrong and called 911. This is where her perfect chain of survival began. Because Kim did not h...2021-02-2632 min
The On-Air AdvocateMarfan Diagnosis and the Family : A Mother's Perspective As we continue our Marfan Awareness Series, I am so excited to welcome Allison Pullins, Volunteer, The Marfan Foundation. Allison Pullins is a healthcare technology executive with 15 years of industry experience. She has guided and executed corporate strategy, and built teams across marketing, sales, product, and customer success. As COO of MD Ranger, Allison leads the operations of the company and charts its strategic vision. Allison serves as President of the Big City Parents Organization, which helps disadvantaged families access high-quality early childhood education in San Francisco, California. She is a member of the Strategic Development Committee of The Marfan Fo...2021-02-1737 min
The On-Air AdvocateMy Breast Cancer Journey As we continue to drive awareness for National Cancer Prevention Month, I am so excited to welcome, Latarsha Ancrum, Breast Cancer Survivor. Listen in as Latarsha shares her personal journey with breast cancer and recently becoming a breast cancer survivor. Learn more about the OAA: www.onairadvocate.com #CancerPreventionMonth #BreastCancerAwareness 2021-02-1636 min
The On-Air AdvocateDating with a Disability As we turn our focus to Cupid , I am excited to welcome back to the show, Tylia Flores, Author Radio show personality and Disability Activist. Tylia Flores is a 25-year-old born with cerebral palsy. Although her condition has affected her mobility, it has never affected her will and determination to make a difference in the world. Through her many life challenges and obstacles, she discovered her passion for writing. Tylia’s goal in life is to share her stories with the world. In doing so, she hopes to help others with disabilities realize that they, too, have the potential to mak...2021-02-1320 min
The On-Air AdvocateCreating Connections in the Marfan Community As we continue our Marfan Awareness Series, I am so excited to welcome, Maya Brown-Zimmerman, Advisor to The Marfan Foundation's Professional Advisory Board. Maya Brown-Zimmerman, of Ohio, is a stay-at-home mom to four kids with a variety of diagnoses including Marfan syndrome, autism, and a brain injury. She has a Masters in Public Health and is the patient adviser to The Marfan Foundation's Professional Advisory Board. Previously, she served 9 years on the Foundation's Board of Directors and helped run the Foundation's Teen Program for 10 years. In her spare time, May is involved in health care advocacy and is going back to...2021-02-1022 min
The On-Air AdvocateHeart Attacks in Women: Listen to Your Body As we continue our Heart of it All Series for American Heart Month, I am so excited to welcome, Dr. Nicole Lohr, Cardiologist & Board President, American Heart Association. Dr. Nicole Lohr is the current Board President of the Metro Milwaukee Board of Directors for the American Heart Association. She is also a cardiologist at the Zablocki VA Medical Center, as well as an Associate Professor and the Medical Director of Cardiovascular Clinical Trials at the Medical College of Wisconsin. Not enough women know that heart disease is their greatest health threat. Among females ages 20 and older, 44.7% had some form of c...2021-02-1023 min
The On-Air AdvocateThree Levels of Cancer Prevention w/ Wendy Garvin Mayo As we support National Cancer Prevention Month, I am so excited to welcome back, Wendy Garvin Mayo, APRN, ANP-BC. Wendy Garvin Mayo is an Oncology Nurse Practitioner, Cancer Caregiver Consultant, Author and Speaker. She is also the Founder of SHAPE Partners, a collective resource with the mission of empowering current and former cancer caregivers, family members, and friends in optimizing their health and wellness. Wendy has clinical experience in caring for patients with solid tumors and hematology malignancies in both the outpatient and inpatient settings. She also has experience in Oncology Research and Development. Listen in as Wendy shares the Th...2021-02-0522 min
The On-Air AdvocateGet to Know Marfan w/ Dr. Bitterman As we kick off our Marfan Awareness Series, I am so excited to welcome , Adam Bitterman, DO. Adam D. Bitterman, DO, is an Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. He is a board certified, fellowship trained foot and ankle orthopaedic specialist and has a focus in treating conditions of the lower leg. His clinical interests include arthritis of the foot and ankle, deformity correction, Achilles tendon disorders, and sports-related injuries to the ankle and foot. He is highly skilled in arthroscopic, minimally invasive, and open approaches for various conditions s...2021-02-0515 min
The On-Air AdvocateThe HEART of it All Series - American Heart MonthAs we kick off our Heart of it All Series for American Heart Month, I am so excited to welcome , Stacy Amstadt, Communications Director and Kelsey Gumm, Heart Disease Survivor and Volunteer at American Heart Association. About Stacy: Stacy Amstadt has been with the American Heart Association for 4 years. Her career at the AHA, is driven by her own experience as a congenital heart defect survivor. She was born with Aortic Stenosis with a Bicuspid Aortic Valve, and when she was 17, she underwent open heart surgery to repair her valve. Going through a major surgery at...2021-02-0333 min
The On-Air AdvocateWomen's Wellness w/ Dr. Ellis As we continue our Wellness Week, I am so excited to welcome Dr. Erin Ellis, Naturopathic Doctor. Dr. Ellis Shares : In 2010 I was diagnosed with a rare form of Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma at age 31. I never thought in a million years I would have been diagnosed with cancer at such a young age, but it was the turning point in my life. I always wanted to be a doctor, but gave up on those dreams because I was sick of being in school, and instead worked in the bar and restaurants, but always knew I could do and be more. Afte...2021-01-2223 min
The On-Air Advocate8 Hacks for Good Caregiver HealthAs we kick off our Wellness Week, I am so excited to welcome to tomorrow mornings show, Daisy Vogt, Integrative Nutrition Health Coach. Daisy is a born German but has lived in many different countries and cultures around the world. As a child she left Germany to Kenya, then to Thailand, the Dominican Republic, Mexico and most recently Jamaica. Now she resides with her husband, 2 kids and 2 fur babies in Orlando, Florida. She cares for her 18 year-old step son and is an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, working with moms who also have special needs kids at home, u...2021-01-1921 min
The On-Air AdvocateTaking Control of Your Mental Wellness w/ Anim Aweh As we kick off our Wellness Week, I am so excited to welcome to tomorrow mornings show, Anim Aweh, Licensed clinical therapist and clinical health educator. Anim is a licensed mental health therapist and health educator from Boston committed to helping her clients take control of their health before it controls them. Listen in as Anim explores ideas and strategies to help us take control of our health before it takes of us. Resource: Anim Aweh LCSW Therapy Over Silence 2021-01-1920 min
The On-Air AdvocateBlood Donations Mean Life For Those w/ Thalassemia As we Kick Off our Spotlight Series for National Blood Donor Month, I am so excited to welcome to tomorrow’s show, Craig Butler, National Executive Director and Radhika Sawh, Genetic Counselor, Board Member of the Cooley's Anemia Foundation. Craig Butler has been leading the fight against thalassemia for over half a century. Mr. Butler himself has been an active participant in that fight for over a decade, starting with the Foundation as National Communications Director in 2001. In addition to directing all communications-related activities in that capacity, he also served as the Principal Investigator on the Foundation’s collaborative agreement with...2021-01-1933 min
The On-Air AdvocateThe essential need for blood donors & critical need for convalescent plasmaAs we continue our Spotlight Series for National Blood Donor Month, I am so excited to welcome to tomorrow’s show, Laura McGuire, External Communications Manager for the American Red Cross. Listen in as Laura of the American Red Cross - shares the essential need for blood donors, critical need for convalescent plasma and how you can give blood, give life & give back. Learn More: www.redcrossblood.org 2021-01-0816 min
The On-Air AdvocateCancer Caregiver Coach - Wendy Garvin Mayo As we turn our focus back to National Family Caregivers Month, I am so excited to welcome to tomorrows show, Wendy Garvin Mayo, Nurse Practitioner, Cancer Caregiver Coach, Consultant & Advocate. Wendy Garvin Mayo is a Nurse Practitioner, Cancer Caregiver Coach, Consultant & Advocate, Author, Speaker. She is also the Founder of SHAPE Partners, a collective resource with the mission of empowering current and former cancer caregivers, family members, and friends in optimizing their mental and physical health. Wendy has clinical experience in caring for patients with solid tumors and hematology malignancies in both the outpatient and inpatient settings. She also has ex...2020-12-2816 min
The On-Air AdvocatePancreatic Cancer Awareness Month w/ PanCan Action Network Affiliate As we turn our focus to Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month and World Pancreatic Cancer Day (11/19), I am so excited to welcome to the show, Steve Lipshetz Communications Chair - Milwaukee Affiliate of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network & Barbara Poepping , Mission Chair for the Pancreatic Cancer action Network, Milwaukee affiliate and 8 year pancreatic cancer survivor. About Steve : Steve started volunteering with the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network in January 2011 as the Communications Chair after my wife's mother and one of her sisters died of pancreatic cancer within 6 months of each other in 2010. Has participated in PanCAN's Advocacy Summit in Washington, DC to r...2020-12-2822 min
The On-Air AdvocateLet's Chat- World Kindness Day Special Edition2020-12-2831 min
The On-Air AdvocateWorld Sanfilippo Awareness Day w/ Dr. Cara O'Neill As we continue to support and drive awareness for World Sanfilippo Awareness Day, I am so excited to welcome to the show, Dr. Cara O'Neill, Chief Science Officer & Co-Founder of Cure Sanfilippo Foundation. Dr. Cara O'Neill completed her medical education at West Virginia University School of Medicine and subsequently her Pediatric Residency training at the University of South Carolina. She has worked both in private practice and academic settings. During her tenure as an Assistant Professor of Clinical Pediatrics at the University of South Carolina, she practiced in a clinic specific to children with special healthcare needs. These uniquely-paired career a...2020-12-2826 min
The On-Air AdvocateAuthor of Kindness is Golden - Macy Gilson As we celebrate World Kindness Day I am so excited to welcome, Macy Gilson, M.S. CCC-SLP. Macy is a speech language pathologist, disability advocate and children’s author. While working with children with a multitude of diagnoses, she has cultivated a passion for not only treating their impairments, but sharing their stories. Her goal is to continue spreading awareness and celebrating diversity through her words and her writing.Macy's debut children's book, Kindness is Golden, was published in July 2020. Macy hopes for this to become the first in a series of inclusive children's books to help parents and educators tal...2020-12-2815 min
The On-Air AdvocateSelf-Care for Caregivers As we kick off our month long series on Care for the Caregiver during National Family Caregivers Month, I am so excited to welcome Nicole Dauz Self-Care Expert. Nicole Dauz is a self-care coach and advocate who has committed to choosing happiness despite her circumstances. She’s also the proud mother of a neurotypical son and a daughter with a rare genetic disease and autism. Her mission is to change the story around caregiving and celebrate the journey. She honours the role of the caregiver by helping them recognize their worth and their true gifts. As a self-care coach, she works...2020-12-2829 min
The On-Air AdvocateLet's Chat -November 2020- National Family Caregivers MonthOpen Discussion- Let's Chat and Kick Off of National Family Caregivers Month! 2020-12-281h 06
The On-Air AdvocateWorld Cerebral Palsy Day 2020 World Cerebral Palsy Day 2020 Last night I invited a few AMAZING CP Warriors & Advocates to the show.Some Facts About CP : - There are 17 million people across the world living with cerebral palsy (CP). - Another 350 million people are closely connected to a child or adult with CP. - It is the most common physical disability in childhood. - CP is a permanent disability that affects movement. Its impact can range from a weakness in one hand, to almost a complete lack of voluntary movement. - It is a complex disability: 1 in 4 children with CP cannot talk 1 in 4 cannot walk 1 in...2020-12-2835 min
The On-Air AdvocateNational Children's Cancer Society As we spotlight Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, I am so excited to welcome , Jessica Cook, Vice President of Patient and Family Services and Lori Millner, VP of Marketing at The National Children’s Cancer Society. Ms. Cook joined The National Children’s Cancer Society in May, 2000. In her capacity as Vice President, Ms. Cook oversees all programs and services benefitting children with cancer and their families in the United States. Her responsibilities include development, management, and evaluation of all program services, strategic planning, staff supervision, budgeting, grant writing and outreach. Ms. Cook has been an integral part of the department evolu...2020-09-2718 min
The On-Air AdvocateGo Gold For Childhood Cancer As we spotlight Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, I am so excited to welcome, Christina Gonzalez, Advocate & Founder Go Gold For Childhood Cancer. Christina advocates for children with cancer. She is a passionate advocate due to her own experiences and life long illnesses. Christina was 11 months old when her journey with chronic pain began. While she was advocating and making sure childhood illnesses were not over looked, she discovered childhood cancer. Christina was heartbroken by the lack of funding and knew she had to be a voice for these children. In March of 2014, GoGoldForChildhoodCancer was formed. Christina and her friend ran th...2020-09-2715 min
The On-Air AdvocateLet's Chat September September Let's Chat w/ Sabrina Thomas - Special Needs Empowerment Coach 2020-09-2733 min
The On-Air AdvocateCraniofacial Acceptance Month w/ the Children's Craniofacial Association As we spotlight Craniofacial Acceptance Month (CAM) this September, I am so excited to welcome, Erica Mossholder Executive Director of Children’s Craniofacial Association. Erica has served CCA in the past as a Board member and volunteer. She brings her experience from the fields of higher education and business development to CCA to help continue the strong, 30+ year legacy of empowering and giving hope to families affected by facial differences. Erica has a undiagnosed craniofacial difference, and CCA helped her find a surgeon and confidence in the future. Erica seeks to find new ways to connect our community and help ma...2020-09-2717 min
The On-Air AdvocateBeyond the Classroom WallsAs we wrap up our Resource Series, I am so excited to welcome, Rhonda Parker, Executive Director & Founder of Parker Autism Center. Rhonda Parker Executive Director-Founder of Parker Autism Center a 501C3 nonprofit located in Dallas, Texas. Rhonda has a background in nonprofit and forprofit. She has held positions as a Employment Consultant, Mentor Teacher, General and Special Education Teacher, and Transition Specialist. Rhonda received a Resolution from the Stste of Texas as Outstanding Educator snd Suppirt in the field of Special Education. She has served in numerous educational and business organizations. She Founded PAC in 2013. She...2020-08-3022 min
The On-Air AdvocateChampions Club Developmental Centers for Special NeedsAs we continue our Resource Series, I am so excited to welcome, Samantha Johnson, Wife of 1, Mom of 3 and Co-Founder of Champions Club. Samantha is the Co-Founder of Champions Foundation and Champions Club Developmental Centers for special needs with over 75 across the world. Sam serves on staff with the Lakewood Missions Team and Lakewood Champions Club. She is a wife and mom of three children, Cory, Courtney, and Connor. Sam is a special needs advocate and inspiration to mothers with special needs all around the globe. Sam and her husband Craig have been in full time ministry...2020-08-3015 min
The On-Air AdvocateMy Hair Went On Vacation - Alopecia ResourceAs we continue our Resource Series, I am so excited to welcome, Paula & Rosie Quinn Founders of Coming Up Rosies. Paula and Rosie Quinn are the founders of Coming Up Rosies, a nonprofit dedicated to fulfilling Rosie’s dream to make bald kids like her smile confidently. At 2 years old, Rosie was diagnosed with Alopecia Universalis, an incurable autoimmune disease that results in baldness. From a young age, Rosie taught her parents how to embrace her difference by coming up with magical adventures of her hair each night before bed. Despite Rosie’s conf...2020-08-2641 min
The On-Air AdvocateThe SEED Autism CenterAs we continue our Resource Series, I am so excited to welcome, Evan Schermer Founder and President of The SEED Center. Evan Schermer is the Founder and President of the Center for Social Enrichment and Educational Development, The SEED Center. Mr. Schermer is a New York State certified school psychologist and has worked in the field of special education and autism for over 25 years. Prior to starting The SEED Center, Mr. Schermer helped build and establish several private schools for individuals with autism and related disabilities. Mr. Schermer was the former Chairman of the Custom...2020-08-2620 min
The On-Air AdvocateBan Burnout w/ Dr. Jenn EdwardsAs we continue our Resource Series, I am so excited to welcome , Dr. Jennifer Edwards, Wellness Scientist and Entrepreneur. Jennifer started her career working in public health at the federal and local levels. She submitted presidential appointee health testimony to the U.S. Congressional Record and has served as Principal Investigator for Centers for Disease Control, Health Resources and Services Administration, and Robert Wood Johnson Foundation grants. She was an invited TEDx speaker on women’s wellness, but the event was canceled due to the pandemic. That didn’t stop her dedication to wellness. Brands like...2020-08-2615 min
The On-Air AdvocateThe Hope Learning CenterAs we continue our Resource Series, I am so excited to welcome, Andy Petro, Chief Operations Officer at The Hope Learning Center. Andy Petro is an executive, coach, author, and educator. Throughout his career, he has worked in traditional, charter, and private education, both bricks-and-mortar, and online. In his role as COO at The Hope Learning Center, Andy works with therapists, teachers, paraprofessionals, behavior analysts, psychologists and counselors to provide the systems and supports necessary to enable our amazing staff members to deliver life-changing academic, therapeutic, and behavioral services to the children and families in various school...2020-08-2616 min
The On-Air AdvocateErin Galyean - Author of Badass AdvocateAs we continue our Resource Series, I am so excited to welcome, Erin Galyean, Professional Author, Speaker, and Trainer. Erin has spent two decades honing her communication and interpersonal skills in the corporate sector. As a professional trainer, author, and public speaker, Erin is passionate about inspiring and encouraging others to live the life they truly desire. Daily she equips sales professionals with the skills needed to better communicate and connect with healthcare providers and mentors a small group of top-rated sales trainers. Erin’s favorite training workshops are those that focus on developing relational skills li...2020-08-1631 min
The On-Air AdvocateCovid Conversations w/ Sarah SweeneyAs we continue our Covid Conversations Series, I am so excited to welcome back , Sarah Sweeney. More About Sarah : My name is Sarah Sweeney, and I am 35 years old. I have my Masters's degree in Social Work, and I am interested in many causes. I have Cerebral Palsy, and because of this I have sometimes found it difficult to show employers my skill-set, and be given the opportunity to prove myself and my capabilities. In addition, I am always grateful to be a part of many different projects or organizations I love to travel and would love the...2020-08-1530 min
The On-Air AdvocateCovid Conversations w/ ChrisAs we continue our Covid Conversations Series, I am so excited to welcome back to the show , Chris Blezien. Chris has mild Cerebral Palsy and is 38 years old. He has had several jobs including Cashier at the Kane County Cougars. He had the privilege of interning at Disney World in Orlando Florida in 2003 as a Guest Services Host. Chris attended College Of Dupage and worked at Walmart as a greeter from 2007-2014 . His most recent job was as a Guest Services Ambassador in 2017. Chris has tried getting employment services from Department of Rehab but, it ended up...2020-08-1516 min
The On-Air AdvocateCovid Conversations w/ Cerebral Palsy Advocates Tylia & JulianaAs we kick off of our Covid Conversations Series, I am so excited to welcome back to the show Authors, Writers & Cerebral Palsy Advocates Tylia Flores & Juliana Ruggiero. Listen in as we take a look at how the challenges of 2020 & Covid 19 have affected our differently abled communities. Resources: Stomping on Cerebral Palsy with Tylia Juliana Ruggiero Tylia L Flores2020-08-1544 min
The On-Air AdvocateDr. Saperstein shares tools of Advocacy- Learning To Speak Up! / Deciding What To SayAs we continue our Resource Series, I am so excited to welcome, Dr. Lilach Saperstein, Audiologist, Parent Coach, Speaker & Host of the All About Audiology Podcast. Dr. Lilach Saperstein helps families navigate life and parenting at the intersection of hearing loss, special needs, and other chronic health challenges. She is the host of the All About Audiology podcast has been downloaded more than 16,000 times. Dr. Saperstein is on a mission to help parents connect with and advocate for their children. From her speaking engagements to her clinical work, she has empowered hundreds of people with in...2020-08-1533 min
The On-Air Advocate2BEID Medical ID Bracelet w/ QR codeAs we kick off our month long Resource Series, I am so excited to welcome , Sonia Fragapane President of 2BEID. Listen in as Sonia shares all about the creation and benefits of the 2BEID Medical Identification Bracelet with QR code. Peace of mind that can help save a life! Resource: soniamcreations #MedicalBracelet 2020-08-1518 min
The On-Air AdvocateLet's Chat- August 2020 Edition2020-08-1538 min
The On-Air AdvocateKids Get Arthritis TooAs we turn to our Spotlight feature for July, I am excited to welcome, Lily Meierhoefer Founder of Kids Get Arthritis Too Instagram Page. Lily Shares - Although I am only 16 years old, I have had arthritis for almost 5 years now. Being a teenager with a chronic disease is challenging for a multitude of reasons. Not only is the physical pain tough, but it is also easy to feel alone and have no one to relate to. Most people do not even know that kids can get arthritis and explaining your condition over and over again can...2020-08-1512 min
The On-Air AdvocateMoms On A Mission 2020As we get ready for Changing Spaces Awareness Day, I am so excited to be catching up with these 5 AMAZING “Moms On A Mission” as they continue fighting to create change in our public restroom facilities across the United States. Resource : Changing Spaces Campaign #adultsizechangingtables2020-08-091h 09
The On-Air AdvocateThe Relationship w/ You- Minority Mental HealthAs we continue our MinorityMental Health Awareness Series, I am so excited to welcome, Rashad Mills, Author, Speaker and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. Rashad Mills is a licensed clinical professional counselor, author, and Radio show host. Listen in as Rashad shares “The Relationship with You” taking a deeper look at Mental Health & Self Love.2020-08-0931 min
The On-Air AdvocateNa'Kole Watson, The Life ProtectorAs we continue our MinorityMental Health Awareness Series, I am so excited to welcome Na’Kole Watson, The Life Protector. Na’Kole Watson is a thirty-five-year-old trailblazer who hails from the small town of Kenly, North Carolina. As a survivor of over twenty-two suicide attempts (she stopped counting after the twenty-second), she is extremely familiar with the effects that suicidal ideation, bullying and abuse can have on an individual. Because of the things she endured, she began to position herself as a resource and a place of safety for those who have endured (or are currently enduring) simil...2020-08-0930 min
The On-Air AdvocateHeadache & Migraine AwarenessAs we continue our Spotlight on National Headache & Migraine Awareness Month excited to welcome, Jennifer Bertram, Advocate, Special Needs Mom & Migraine Sufferer 💁🏻♀️ Listen in as Jennifer and I discuss some of our experiences as Migraine Sufferers, Triggers and multiple tools/strategies we use to help control our migraines. Plus, some additional great resources.2020-08-0938 min
The On-Air AdvocateMinority Mental Health Awareness Month , Disability Pride Month & Tylia's BirthdayMinority Mental Health Awareness Month , Disability Pride Month & Tylia's Birthday :) Learn More About Tylia at : Stomping on Cerebral Palsy with Tylia2020-08-0900 min
The On-Air AdvocatePTSD Awareness 2020PTSD Awareness w/ Chou Hallegra of Grace and Hope Consulting.2020-08-0929 min
The On-Air AdvocateThe Good Side Project w/ Abbie MillerAs we continue our Mental Health Awareness Series, I am excited welcome, Abbie Miller, Professional Photographer and Founder of The Good Side Project. Abbie is the owner of Stories Framed Photography based out of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Her specialty is portrait photography for families, kids, high school seniors and businesses. While running a successful business for eight years, there was something else she was drawn to do. Between a lot of contemplation, personal experience and listening to people talk, The Good Side Project was born. This is a passion project focusing on starting the conversation about mental health...2020-08-0915 min
The On-Air AdvocateAmanda's journey with Skin Cancer As we SPOTLIGHT Skin Care Awareness Month, I am so excited to welcome, Amanda Cummins, wife, proud mother of 5 and owner of Functional Fitness LLC. Listen in as Amanda shares her personal journey with Skin Cancer! Resources: The Skin Cancer Foundation National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention American Cancer Society #skincancer 2020-07-1517 min
The On-Air AdvocateBlack Mental Health Matters w/ Dr. Joanne Frederick-Leiva As we continue our Minority Mental Health Awareness Series, I am so excited to welcome, Dr. Joanne Frederick-Leiva, licensed professional counselor, speaker, mental health activist and advocate.  Listen in as Dr. JoAnne discusses why Black/Minority Mental Health Matters and is needed now more than ever.  Resources: NAMI American Foundation for Suicide Prevention jflcounseling 2020-07-1536 min
The On-Air AdvocateMinority Mental Health Month w/ Adrienne TerryAs we kick of our National Minority Mental Health Awareness Series, I am so excited to welcome, Adrienne Terry Mental health Counselor, Advocate and Evangelist. Listen in as Adrienne & I discuss National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, self care during COVID, multiple resources for individuals and our communities.2020-07-1537 min
The On-Air AdvocateLet's Chat - June Edition Happy June !!! Come join in and kick off this NEW month with us :)2020-07-141h 13
The On-Air AdvocateSelf-Care for Healthcare Professionals As we continue our Mental Health Awareness Series, I am excited to welcome, Tammi King, Licensed Psychotherapist & Trauma Strategist. Utilizing proven, practical strategies coupled with biblical principles, Tammi helps Christian women in healthcare professions confront and heal hidden emotional wounds, so they won’t show up in other areas of their lives. Tammi founded TK Wellness Solutions, an agency dedicated to empowering Christian women in healthcare to take care of their OWN emotional, mental, physical and spiritual well-being. Tammi is skilled in guiding her clients step-by-step to confront and heal emotional wounds, replace maladaptive coping strategies, and identify and leverage you...2020-07-1418 min
The On-Air AdvocateThe Impact of COVID 19 on Professional Women As we continue our month long focus on Mental Health/ Mental Wellness, I am so excited to welcome, Dr. Narketta Sparkman-Key (AKA Dr. Key) , Associate Professor/ Published Researcher/ Diversity Expert. Dr. Narketta Sparkman-Key is a passionate speaker, an mental wellness advocate, diversity and inclusion expert and a researcher of vulnerable populations. She currently serves as an Associate Professor of Human Services and Academic Affairs Director of Faculty Diversity and Retention at Old Dominion University. Her research focus is geared towards further defining the professional identity of human services practitioners and delineating practice with diverse populations. She holds the HS-BCP (Human S...2020-07-1426 min
The On-Air AdvocateThe Virtual World of Charitable Fundraising w/ Pan Can As we turn our focus to this very Special Edition, I am so excited to welcome, Jennifer Rebollo - Community Relationship Manager, Steve Lipshetz - Media Chair and Holly Ignatowski- Co-Affiliate Chair for the Milwaukee Pancreatic Cancer Action Network 💜 Listen in as the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network team discusses their upcoming virtual event and exploring all of the new ways of doing charity events in the virtual world.  Fundraising from home 🏡 Resource: Pancreatic Cancer Action Network 2020-07-1420 min
The On-Air AdvocateGrief, Wellness & Prosperity w/ Crystal GolidayAs we continue our Mental Health Awareness Series, I am excited welcome, Crystal Goliday Author, Corporate/Nonprofit Executive and Engineer. Listen in as Crystal shares her journey of Grief, Wellness & Prosperity.2020-07-1424 min
The On-Air AdvocateMental Health Tips for Managing during the Pandemic As we continue our Mental Health Awareness Series, I am excited welcome, Chanel McCord MA, LPC, Licensed therapist, Minister and Author. Chanel McCord is the Owner,/Founder, Clinical Director and Lead Therapist of Oasis Counseling Center & Wellness Group. Chanel received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Seton Hall University and a Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from Liberty University where she graduated with distinction. Chanel is licensed as Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of New Jersey. She holds several certifications including Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI), Psychological First Aid (PFA) and Posttraumatic Stress Management (PTSM) and is a membe...2020-07-1445 min
Work From The Inside Out074: Take The Guesswork Out Of Growth - Bill FlynnBill Flynn is not your ordinary author, speaker, coach, and student. As a kid, Bill Flynn wanted to be a professional ice hockey player. He played in college during his freshman year and some of his teammates even went on to the NHL, but at the end of the year, Bill felt that his love for the game had dwindled. He traded his time on the ice for a job at a pizza restaurant where he worked for several years, gaining increased responsibilities and developing a great work ethic. It was fun, but not his life’s work. Up...2020-05-1343 min
The Natupreneur MovementFran Flynn - Tips to Use Food Photography to Build your Biz and Brand as a Nutrition PractitionerFran Flynn is an incredible, worldly food photographer who I had the pleasure of speaking to in this episode. Always being artistically inclined, Fran has tapped into her passion of photography to create a thriving business which taps into her strengths of seeing the magic in every moment of life. She speaks candidly of her relationship with food stylist Sarah Denardi, and emphasises the importance of collaboration, and utilising the talents of others for mutual benefits. Fran shares the crucial insights which she has gained through her career changes, and her ability to shift and pivot within her career...2020-04-1126 min
Lunch and Learn with Dr. BerryCaring for the Caregivers with Tammy FlynnLet's talk about Caring for Caregivers On this week's episode of the Lunch and Learn with Dr. Berry we have Tammy Flynn, a single mother of four who is passionate about helping individuals find a voice as a champion for their loved ones, especially within the medical and educational systems. She is the host of the On-Air Advocate Podcast which helps to educate, support & empower all those with different abilities, mental & medical illness & caregivers. We talk all about taking care of our loved ones, our family members & friends but I always stress that the most...2020-03-091h 01