On this episode of Inclusion Revolution Radio, I’m your host RJ Nealon, filling in for the uber talented Novie Craven. Instead of being in a studio and behind a microphone, we’re on the ground at MetLife Stadium for the Unified Flag Football Championships presented by Special Olympics New York and the New York Jets.

On this episode, ESPN Vice President of Corporate Citizenship Kevin Martinez and Special Olympics Unified with Refugees Advisor Gerald Mballe discuss ESPN’s global partnership with Special Olympics, its impact on athlete stories, inclusive sports programs for refugee youth and new initiatives like Take Back Sports to expand access to play.

The Coca-Cola Company sponsors this episode of Season 7 of Inclusion Revolution Radio, where leadership and inclusion take center stage. Recorded in the studios of Podville Media in Washington, D.C., this episode features an inspiring conversation between host Novie Craven and Mary Davis, CEO of Special Olympics. With nearly five decades of dedication to the movement, Mary shares her extraordinary journey, the evolution of Special Olympics and her vision for a future rooted in dignity, opportunity and athlete-centered leadership.

Toyota proudly sponsors this episode of Inclusion Revolution Radio, celebrating a historic milestone for Special Olympics Unified Sports®. For the first time in Special Olympics’ 57-year history, athletes and Unified partners will compete globally in the Unified 3x3 Basketball World Cup in San Juan, Puerto Rico. This episode spotlights the power of inclusion and the growth of Unified Sports worldwide, featuring voices from Special Olympics Puerto Rico who are shaping this groundbreaking event.

In this episode, Novie Craven sits down with Thomas Cantara, a Special Olympics New Hampshire athlete who has completed all six World Marathon Majors — Boston, Berlin, Chicago, London, New York City and Tokyo.

In this episode, host Novie Craven welcomes Special Olympics Senior Manager of Communications and podcast producer Alex Padalino and Special Olympics Senior Director of Global Strategic Partnerships Chris Bence to share the story behind the show’s creation, its impact and the role of partnership in building a platform for inclusion.

Lions Clubs International Foundation sponsors this episode of Season 7 of Inclusion Revolution Radio, where service and inclusion take center stage. Recorded in the studios of Podville Media in Washington, D.C., this episode features an engaging conversation between host Novie Craven and Lions Clubs International Second Vice President Mark Lyon. 

Toyota, sponsor of this special on-the-road episode of Inclusion Revolution Radio, reinforces its commitment to inclusion, accessibility and community through sport. Recorded live at the Special Olympics Texas Summer Games in Melissa, Texas, this episode spotlights Toyota’s employee volunteers and their meaningful experiences supporting athletes of all abilities.

As the Presenting Sponsor and Mobility Partner of the Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025, Toyota Motor Europe reinforces their commitment to inclusive sports and individuals with intellectual disabilities. Representing that commitment, South African Paralympic athlete and Toyota Motor Europe employee Tyrone Pillay attended the Games to support their Special Olympics partnership and to witness its impact firsthand. This episode of Inclusion Revolution Radio, brought to you by Toyota, shares Tyrone’s story.

This December, we’re celebrating the spirit of Human Rights Day and International Day of Persons with Disabilities on this episode of Inclusion Revolution Radio, brought to you by Toyota North America. Hosts Josh Basile, from accessiBe, and Novie Craven lead the conversation with disability advocate, comedian and content creator Amy Pohl.