Sam&apos;s specialized experience is in learning and developmental work with children and adults who have profound and multiple learning difficulties, adverse childhood experiences and past trauma. Sam is currently studying for a degree in psychology, and has expanded his knowledge and expertise in communication aides such as sign language. Combining his passion of performance and purpose of education and inclusion, he has created Singing The Signs, a platform that brings the joy of music to audiences far and wide. Episode Resource List:<ul><li>Instagram: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/sam.ste/?hl=en'>@sam.ste</a> </li></ul>Music Sam loves:<ul><li><a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d9kiR4UxLtM'>Greatest Day</a>, by Take That</li><li><a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t7G3WUw0HCI'>Finale from Frozen</a>, the Broadway Musical</li><li><a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SqdWTeXWvOg'>I Love You Always Forever</a>, by Donna Lewis</li><li><a href='https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=frank+sinatra'>Frank Sinatra</a> and <a href='https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=dean+martin'>Dean Martin</a></li><li><a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yZNo_cpsZIc'>Somewhere Over The Rainbow</a>, by Judy Garland</li></ul>Host: <a href='https://iamathenacasey.com/'>Athena Casey</a> Producer: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/debbiemcasey/?hl=en'>Debbie Casey</a> Underscoring: <a href='http://www.mateisenstein.com/'>Mat Eisenstein</a> Cover artwork: <a href='http://www.louiselaffaille.com/'>Louise Laffaille</a> Sponsor: <a href='https://youniquelyfit.com/'>YouniquelyFit</a>New episodes drop every Tuesday and every other Thursday.

Jimmy Lam - SURVIVOR of xenophobia and homophobia

The Intolerance podcast is an extension of Athena Casey’s memoir, which is currently in the developmental editing stages, and is about losing her entire immediate family due to their homophobia. Each episode of Intolerance features an interview with either a Survivor, Ally, or Healer of intolerance. Examples of forms of intolerance discussed include: ageism, homophobia, racism, sexism, transphobia, xenophobia, ableism, and the list goes on and on. Survivor Episodes:You will hear about the Survivors’ encounters with intolerance, and you’ll learn about resources and tools they found helpful throughout their journey. Ally Episodes:You will hear from many of these Survivors’ Allies about how to be a better support system to an individual going through the grief and trauma of intolerance. You will also hear from Allies of communities and groups who have been historically underrepresented.Healer Episodes You will hear from many Healers who provide valuable resources for both Survivors and Allies, exploring and introducing various healing modalities. By sharing these stories, Athena's hope is that they will inspire and educate, helping all involved to not only survive, but thrive. New episodes drop every Tuesday and every other Thursday.Season 1 premiered March 9, 2021 and ended July 20, 2021.Season 2 is in the works. Stay tuned for upcoming announcements....