Amplify Inclusion
Amplify Inclusion
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Stories and conversations about disability inclusion, brought to you by the non-profit organization, Aspire.
S06. Episode 4: Emily Voorde
Emily Voorde, Founder and CEO of INTO Strategies, reflects on her journey of disability identity and discusses the importance of accessible environments. Check out the episode now or download the full transcript. To access closed captions, you must be logged into a Podbean user account. Related Resources: INTO Strategies | National Council on Disability This episode was co-produced and engineered by Subframe Sound with music courtesy of Nealle DiPaolo. This season is made possible thanks to generous support from the Fred J. Brunner Foundation, Bernstein, The Boutelle Family, Horton, Liventus INC, United Healthcare and members of the Aspire community.
Aug 29, 2023
36 min
S06. Episode 3: Jordyn Zimmerman
Jordyn Zimmerman, nonspeaking autistic advocate, shares her personal experience and insights on inclusion and belonging. Check out the episode now or download the full transcript. To access closed captions, you must be logged into a Podbean user account. Related Resources: Jordyn's Website | This Is Not About Me (Film) | The Nora Project | CommunicationFIRST This episode was co-produced and engineered by Subframe Sound with music courtesy of Nealle DiPaolo. This season is made possible thanks to generous support from the Fred J. Brunner Foundation, Bernstein, The Boutelle Family, Horton, Liventus INC, United Healthcare and members of the Aspire community.
Jun 30, 2023
17 min
S06. Episode 2: InfiniTeach | Aliyah, Ned & Katie
Aliyah Rich, Ned Williams and Katie Hench of InfiniTeach discuss inclusive culture and the importance of neurodiversity in the workplace. Check out the episode now or download the full transcript. To access closed captions, you must be logged into a Podbean user account. Related Resources: InfiniTeach | Vax For All This episode was co-produced and engineered by Subframe Sound with music courtesy of Nealle DiPaolo. This season is made possible thanks to generous support from the Fred J. Brunner Foundation, Bernstein, The Boutelle Family, Horton, Liventus INC, United Healthcare and members of the Aspire community.
May 5, 2023
33 min
S06. Episode 1: Thomas Reid
Thomas Reid of the Reid My Mind Radio podcast discusses accessible visual media and how access can bring people together. Check out the episode now or download the full transcript. To access closed captions, you must be logged into a Podbean user account. Related Resources: Reid My Mind Radio Podcast | Social Audio Description Collective This episode was co-produced and engineered by Subframe Sound with music courtesy of Nealle DiPaolo. This season is made possible thanks to generous support from the Fred J. Brunner Foundation, Bernstein, The Boutelle Family, Horton, Liventus INC, United Healthcare and members of the Aspire community.
Mar 1, 2023
33 min
S05. Episode 5: Liz Davis
Liz Davis, UX (User Experience) Designer, shares her personal story and how it has informed her approach to creating accessible technology. Listen now or download the full transcript. To access closed captions, you must be logged into a Podbean user account. Related Resources: Liz Does Design | Web Accessibility Initiative This episode was co-produced and engineered by Subframe Sound with music courtesy of Nealle DiPaolo. This season is made possible thanks to generous support from the Fred J. Brunner Foundation, Enterprise Fleet Management, First Bank Chicago and members of the Aspire community.
Nov 22, 2022
24 min
S05. Episode 4: Deputy Commissioner Christina McGleam
Christina McGleam, Deputy Commissioner of MOPD, shares her personal story and the groundbreaking initiatives on the horizon for MOPD. Listen now or download the full transcript. To access closed captions, you must be logged into a Podbean user account. Related Resources: City of Chicago Career Center (MOPD) This episode was co-produced and engineered by Subframe Sound with music courtesy of Nealle DiPaolo. This season is made possible thanks to generous support from the Fred J. Brunner Foundation, Enterprise Fleet Management, First Bank Chicago and members of the Aspire community.
Oct 18, 2022
21 min
S05. Episode 3: Coach Kenneth Jennings
Coach Ken Jennings shares his personal story and how his experience drives his commitment to helping others. Listen now or download the full transcript. To access closed captions, you must be logged into a Podbean user account. Related Resources: Chicago Tribune Article (2016) | Ken's Disability Lead Profile This episode was co-produced and engineered by Subframe Sound with music courtesy of Nealle DiPaolo. This season is made possible thanks to generous support from the Fred J. Brunner Foundation, Enterprise Fleet Management, First Bank Chicago and members of the Aspire community.
Sep 20, 2022
25 min
S05. Episode 2: Senator Robert Peters
Illinois State Senator Robert Peters shares his personal story and discusses key initiatives impacting the disability community. Listen now or download the full transcript. To access closed captions, you must be logged into a Podbean user account. Related Resources: State Senator Peters | About CESSA (Access Living) This episode was co-produced and engineered by Subframe Sound with music courtesy of Nealle DiPaolo. This season is made possible thanks to generous support from the Fred J. Brunner Foundation, Enterprise Fleet Management, First Bank Chicago and members of the Aspire community.
Aug 16, 2022
21 min
S05. Episode 1: Emily Blum
Emily Blum, Executive Director of Disability Lead, discusses the transformative power of diverse leadership and reflects on the Americans with Disabilities Act. Listen now or download the full transcript. To access closed captions, you must be logged into a Podbean user account. Related Resources: Disability Lead | Emily's Op-Ed in the Chicago Sun Times This episode was co-produced and engineered by Subframe Sound with music courtesy of Nealle DiPaolo. This season is made possible thanks to generous support from the Fred J. Brunner Foundation, Enterprise Fleet Management, First Bank Chicago and members of the Aspire community.
Jul 19, 2022
21 min
S04. Episode 5: Emily, Tony & Anthony
Emily Villanueva, a former MOPD intern, discusses a recently launched mentorship program and her research on the topic. Tony Ceccato and Anthony Iacovetti, a mentorship pair from the program, also join to share about their experience. Listen now or download the full transcript. To access closed captions, you must be logged into a Podbean user account. This episode was co-produced and engineered by Subframe Sound with music courtesy of Nealle DiPaolo. This season is made possible thanks to generous support from the Fred J. Brunner Foundation and members of the Aspire community.
May 17, 2022
17 min
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