THINK+change Podcasts

THINK+change Podcasts

THINK+change offers TALKS, TRAININGS, and TOOLS designed to support training and education about people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) for them, their families, and the professionals in their lives. THINK+change TALKS are provocative, in-person or video shorts on topics of interest to, or emerging issues for, people with I/DD and those who care for and work with them. THINK+change TRAININGS are in-person or online targeted educational opportunities on issues that directly impact people with I/DD and those who care for and work with them. THINK+change TOOLS are tangible educational products. For more information, check us out at www.thinkchange.training

Episodes

TRAININGS 94: Children at the Start of their IDD Journey

October 27, 2025 • 22 mins
There is a lot to consider when a child receives a new diagnosis for an intellectual/developmental disability (IDD). For caregivers, families, and even providers, the conversations and planning can be overwhelming!   If you have received a new diagnosis, or maybe you are interested in beginning the process, use this podcast episode featuring Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Lauren Mowrey, to understand the diagnosis process, next s...
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TALKS 17: When Justice Ignores Disabilities

September 15, 2025 • 20 mins
When someone becomes a victim of a crime, a long and often overwhelming process towards justice begins. It can be extremely difficult and taxing for anyone but when people with disabilities, especially those with intellectual/developmental disabilities (IDD), enter this process, barriers and systemic failures might mean that they never get to see the justice they deserve. This documentary exposes these failures through the lens of ...
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TRAININGS 93: FASD (Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder)

August 21, 2025 • 26 mins
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) is an often-overlooked diagnosis for many people, but it’s important to spread awareness to help those who need it get the correct supports. Hear from Marilyn Fausset, who is the Chair of the FASD Awareness Work Group at Illuminate Colorado, as she discusses her family’s journey to the diagnosis and all that she’s learned since!
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TRAININGS 92: Alternatives to ABA

July 28, 2025 • 24 mins
When it comes to supporting people with intellectual/developmental disabilities, particularly with autism, it’s important to work hard to find the right path. A common therapy that many families and individuals utilize, ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) can be a very helpful tool in ensuring safety and success in community spaces.   However, is it the best choice (or only choice) to help someone with IDD use their voice and be their ...
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TALKS 16: Raising the Bar for Disability Medical Care

June 19, 2025 • 17 mins
What does it really take for a medical facility to be truly accessible? Not just in design, but in attitude, system, and practice. Through the lived experiences of patients like Chris Layne, who saw her access to care shift dramatically after becoming a wheelchair user, and Dawn Russell, with a lifetime of experience with a developmental disability, who finally experienced equitable care at Tepeyac Community Health Center, we see t...
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TRAINING 91: Service Animals

May 12, 2025 • 28 mins
Service animals improve the quality of life for people with disabilities every day! And, as rights and protections have expanded over the years, they have become more common in public. Yet, there is a lot of misinformation and questions around service animals. Barbara Henry, Executive Director and Lead Trainer of Domino Service Dogs, knows that education is the first step to creating a better society for service animals and their h...
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TRAININGS 89: Cómo Ser Un Defensor De Su Hijo

April 11, 2025 • 7 mins
Leidy Medrano es una defensora apasionada de su hijo, hace poco diagnosticado de trastorno del espectro autista. En este episodio del pódcast, Leidy comparte su viaje de convertirse en la voz de su hijo y descubrir su propia defensa.   Los padres y las familias son a veces los defensores más fuertes en la vida de un niño. Desde sus ideas sobre cómo ser persistente y eficaz en el mundo de la discapacidad hasta cómo utiliza la comuni...
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TRAININGS 90: Self-Advocacy

April 11, 2025 • 23 mins
Self-advocacy is about knowing yourself and standing up for yourself! Not many people can speak to the importance of self-advocacy more than people with disabilities.   This episode of the THINK+change 2025 podcasts features Romi Shannon, a person with a disability who grew into being her most powerful advocate. Hear directly from Romi about how she took control of her life and stood up for herself in some very difficult situations...
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TALKS 15: Disability Programs that Transform Lives

January 6, 2025 • 23 mins
Don’t be ashamed to ask for help! Many people with disabilities, caregivers, and families rely on disability programs due to the added challenges in their lives that others do not face. These programs can include financial assistance, daily living supports, healthcare, and much more.   These programs go beyond being a safety net; they are often a lifeline! Without this support, many people could not live healthy, independent lives ...
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TRAINING 88: Parenting with an Intellectual/Developmental Disability (IDD)

December 2, 2024 • 18 mins
Listen in for a heartfelt conversation about resilience, advocacy, and the power of love in parenting. Kevin’s story reminds us that, with the right supports, and when you put your mind to something, you can accomplish more than you ever thought possible.
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TRAINING 87: Accomplishments in Employment

November 4, 2024 • 26 mins
Julian Wang, a dedicated self-advocate, has achieved significant milestones in his career and emphasizes that employers should view people with disabilities for their talents and contributions—not just the accommodations they may require.   In this month’s THINK+change podcast, we spoke with Julian to hear about his personal experiences in the workforce as a person with a disability. He shares powerful insights and valuable advice ...
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TRAINING 86: How Policy-Shaping Happens

October 7, 2024 • 31 mins
Hillary Jorgensen, Co-Executive Director of Colorado Cross-Disability Coalition, joins THINK+change this month for a fascinating conversation about disability policy advocacy. As a person with a disability, she has had an eye for social justice earlier than most. Hear directly from Hillary about her work in the disability policy space, how those efforts affect the everyday lives of the disability community, and how you can join in ...
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TALKS 14: The Power of the Disability Vote

September 23, 2024 • 18 mins
People with disabilities are a powerful force in our democratic system! And when government policies and systems impact daily living across the disability community, it is vital to exercise the right to vote. This storytelling TALKS series, The Power of the Disability Vote is a call to action from advocates with legal, government, and lived experiences.
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TRAINING 85: Digital Equity

September 9, 2024 • 28 mins
As the world becomes more digital by the day, access to communities and resources expands—but only for those with the technology to reach them. Without internet access, many find themselves isolated from essential services. Digital equity ensures that everyone, including people with disabilities, can fully engage with digital content.
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TRAINING 84: Accessible Travel

August 5, 2024 • 23 mins
Elizabeth Moran, JD, from The Arc of Colorado, joins us in this episode of the THINK+change podcast/vodcast to discuss why accessible travel should really matter to everyone. With barriers to accessible transportation being a key focus in disability advocacy today, Elizabeth shares her valuable expertise on outstanding needs and paths towards progress in transportation!
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TRAINING 83: Actors Portraying Disability

July 5, 2024 • 27 mins
“We haven’t been hearing a lot of disabled folks’ stories, and those are some of the most important, most interesting stories in the world,” says Ben Raanan, Artistic Director of Phamaly Theatre, a local Denver theatre for artists with disabilities, who joins THINK+change for this month’s podcast.   The stories we consume shape so much of our perception and narrative of the world around us, which makes representation so important. ...
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TALKS 13: People with Disabilities and Law Enforcement

June 28, 2024 • 29 mins
When law enforcement is called out to a crisis involving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), the situation is complicated. Communication challenges, a lack of training, and a misunderstanding of someone’s disability, can all lead to unfortunate challenging outcomes.   From THINK+change, Building Bridges: People with Disabilities and Law Enforcement is series of mini-documentaries diving into the IDD commu...
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TRAINING 82: Breaking Barriers in the Arts

June 1, 2024 • 35 mins
For so many, art is the opportunity for growth through expression, communication, and building confidence. It creates communities, jobs, and so much more. And yet the pathway to pursuing the arts is left out of the conversation for so many people with disabilities.  

We sat down with Jaime Lewis, RTD (Regional Transportation District) Director for District A in Denver, Transit Advisor for CCDC (Colorado Cross-Disability Coalition), ...
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TRAINING 81: Sex Offenders with IDD

April 24, 2024 • 34 mins
It can be tough to find the right balance between respecting the rights and needs of people with IDD who commit sex offenses and keeping the community safe. But it is important to support them in a way that leads to growth, reduces risk, and improves their quality of life.

Join us for a conversation with Dr. Kyle Lucas, PhD, is a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in helping people with developmental disabilities. With ...
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TRAININGS E80: Invisible Disability

March 14, 2024 • 34 mins
Disabilities are not always going to be obvious to others! The decision to share one’s disability is also highly personal and it can be a difficult one as they may face skepticism, disbelief, or stigma from others who cannot understand the extent of their disability or needs.  

In this insightful podcast/vodcast episode, we sit down with a remarkable young adult, entrepreneur, and self-advocate, who explains the reality of growing u...
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