Inclusion and Disability Advocacy from a Parent's Perspective: The Inclusive Dad
Welcome to The Inclusive Dad Podcast, where we explore all things inclusion and make it practical!! Want to be a guest on Inclusion and Advocacy from a Parent's Perspective: The Inclusive Dad? Send Aaron Devries a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/theinclusivedad
Episodes
In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron talks with Fleur Bryant, a wheelchair user, mother, author, and disability advocate, about finding possibility when life doesn’t go to plan. After losing her son Toby to a terminal brain disease, Fleur transformed grief into purpose, writing Never the Plan and founding The Make Way Foundation to help children access wheelchairs and build community. She shares lessons on...
In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron talks with Ellie AuDHD Capstick about late-diagnosed autism and ADHD, childhood experiences, and the power of understanding neurodivergence. Ellie shares how discovering her neurodivergence after her children’s diagnoses helped explain years of feeling different, facing criticism, and struggling to fit in. She discusses the intersection of neurodivergence and trauma, wh...
222 - STOP Judging People Who “Don’t Look Disabled” with Jennifer Chassman Browne & Hope Demetriades
In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron talks with author and disability advocate Jenn Chassman Browne and artist, educator, and activist Hope Demetriades about the power of stories to create understanding and inclusion. Jenn shares her book See Us, Know Us: Profiles of Disability, featuring 30 people with diverse disabilities and identities. Hope discusses living with an invisible disability, the challenges of bei...
In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron DeVries sits down with BE Alink, inventor, author, and founder of the Alinker walking bike, for a bold and thought-provoking conversation about inclusion, identity, and systems that were never built for everyone. BE challenges the idea of “fixing bodies” and instead invites us to rethink mobility, disability, and belonging. Together, they explore why inclusion oft...
In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast, host AAron welcomes artist, activist, and art therapist Zian Chavez, producer of the award-winning documentary We Are the Most Beautiful People: Adults with Disabilities. Zian shares their journey as a queer, non-binary, neurodiverse, Spanish, Indigenous, New Mexican living with multiple sclerosis, and how lived experience fueled their global movement for disability equity and dignity. ...
Listen Again -Creating Space for Neurodiversity in Eating Disorder Recovery with Nefrit El-Or -Ep 30
In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast, host AAron interviews Nefrit El-Or, an advocate for eating disorder recovery and late-diagnosed autism awareness. Nefrit shares her journey from feeling broken to embracing self-acceptance after receiving an autism diagnosis during treatment for anorexia nervosa. She highlights the significant overlap between autism and eating disorders, emphasizing the need for greater inclusivity and ...
In this episode of The Inclusive Dad Podcast, host AAron welcomes Michaell Magrutsche, an advocate for human-centric perspectives. They discuss the natural state of inclusion, the flaws in systemic labeling, and the need to rethink education and support systems. Michaell shares his personal experiences with dyslexia and neurodiversity, emphasizing that every human is uniquely designed by nature. The conversation challenges societal...
In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron talks with Tasha Schuh, a speaker, author, and advocate who shares her powerful journey of resilience after becoming a C5 quadriplegic at 16 following a stage accident. Tasha opens up about overcoming depression, challenging stereotypes about disability, finding support through family and faith, and learning to live one day at a time. She also discusses the everyday realities...
In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron talks with Dr. Krisztina Weiszhaupt about conductive education and what it means to truly see the potential in people with disabilities. Dr. Krisztina shares how this educational approach helps individuals with neurological disorders build skills through learning, repetition, goals, and everyday routines. They discuss the important role parents play in recognizing their child...
In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron welcomes psychotherapist Robert Rackley to explore what true inclusion looks like for neurodivergent people. Drawing from his own late ADHD diagnosis and years of clinical experience, Robert explains masking, neurodivergent burnout, trauma, and why so many people are misunderstood in traditional therapy and education systems. He shares practical ways to create environments wh...
In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron welcomes Elisa Neven-Pugh for a thoughtful conversation about moving beyond inclusion and toward true integration. Elisa shares her experiences as a disability advocate, author, and founder of Positively Adaptive Services, explaining why breaking down silos between disabled and nondisabled communities is essential for lasting change. She discusses faith, advocacy, personal re...
In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron welcomes Molly Kennedy, disability advocate, nonprofit leader, and host of the Be Determined podcast. Born with cerebral palsy, Molly shares how losing her ability to walk later in life reshaped her journey while strengthening her commitment to self-determination and inclusion. She explains why person-centered planning empowers people to lead their own lives instead of being ...
In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron welcomes Karl Kates, founder of Drive Wise Academy, to explore how inclusive driver's education is changing lives. Karl shares how decades in special education inspired him to help people with disabilities, anxiety, and unique learning needs gain the confidence to drive safely. From teaching the first person with Down syndrome in Iowa to earn a driver's license to adapting ve...
In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron welcomes Tina Hoang, a speaker and advocate living with cerebral palsy, for a heartfelt conversation about inclusion, resilience, and rediscovering play. Tina shares how her disability shaped her perspective, why simply inviting someone to join can change a life, and how embracing playfulness creates belonging for everyone. Together they explore cultural views of disability, ...
In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron welcomes Lisa Richer, a neurodivergent success partner, consultant, and parent of two neurodivergent sons. Lisa shares how her own late diagnosis, elite gymnastics career, and years of advocacy shaped her approach to inclusion. Together they explore psychological safety, the importance of curiosity over judgment, and why true inclusion requires collaboration instead of confli...
In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron welcomes Antar Salim, a father, educator, and advocate whose youngest daughter has Down syndrome. Antar shares the emotional journey of receiving a prenatal diagnosis, the faith and family conversations that shaped their decision, and how his daughter has transformed his understanding of patience, purpose, and inclusion. Together, they explore why every person deserves the op...
In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron welcomes disability advocate, educator, and speaker Jennifer Chassman Browne for a powerful conversation about moving beyond accessibility and embracing true belonging. Jennifer shares how living with visible arthritis transformed the way others treated her, why good intentions can still exclude people, and how simple shifts in mindset create meaningful inclusion. Together th...
In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron welcomes Jeff Skoglund, also known as the Blind Outdoorsman, for an honest conversation about life with progressive vision loss, resilience, and practical inclusion. Jeff shares how he adapted after becoming legally blind, how his guide dog helps him navigate everyday life, and why accessibility benefits everyone. From home maintenance and technology to a recent heart attack ...
In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron welcomes financial planner and parent advocate Mary McDirmid for a practical conversation about preparing for the future of loved ones with disabilities. Drawing from her personal journey raising her daughter with a rare disease, Mary explains special needs trusts, ABLE accounts, and common planning mistakes that can jeopardize essential benefits. Beyond finances, the discuss...
In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron sits down with Dr. Patti Bevilacqua, educator, author, TEDx speaker, and longtime advocate living with multiple sclerosis. Patti shares how her diagnosis reshaped her identity, taught her the power of mindset shifts, and deepened her understanding of inclusion. Together, they explore invisible disabilities, the importance of curiosity over assumptions, and why asking “H...
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