Every great story starts from humble beginnings and our own Judge Hatfield is no exception. How did this humble music major who traveled to the west coast end up in the life of an ALJ? Today, we will dive into how it all came to be. If you have visited a NADR conference, then you know what an honor it is to get insight from the other side of the bench. 

When you clicked the link to arrive and listen to the podcast, someone had to post it. When you get messages through email, social media or text updates at the networking events and conferences - there is someone who sends it. Today, we get to chat with Deb Doxey. We've nicknamed her our superstar - and today you will understand why.

You hear us talk a lot about the "nuggets" of gold that is usually shared among the veterans of our practice in the hallways of the conferences. This episode is a taste of what those moments are like. Today, with our friend John Metsker who shares some of his practice tips on hearings and cross examination of the VE. Plus, some bonus information about a recent published decision - you don't want to miss this one. 

On today's episode we have the opportunity to sit down with current NADR President, Michael Wener. Michael's tenure in the leadership of NADR speaks to his connection to the people of the organization. He gives us insights on what it takes to help manage; the advice he leans on from previous Presidents; and his outlook on the future of the organization. Of course, as many know, with Michael, it's going to be fun!

It isn't certain whether Ali Kofiro found his disability practice, or if through fate - it called him. Today, we take a look into Ali's journey from Somalia to the United States. The series of events that led him to the United States and the climate that played a part in him finding a community of people that needed someone that spoke their language. This is the fascinating story of some of the challenges in the disability process that many of us never face or possibly knew existed.  

Steve Skinner, long time member and former NADR President, along with his daughter Alicia, share with us their inspirational story of building the family business, life's challenges, and successful transition. Many of our members will not only relate to Steve's beginning but Alicia's step into becoming a young business owner. Together, they share their triumphs and struggles that has lead to how they approach representing their client's. 

Puerto Rico will have a lasting impression upon everyone who attended. Many members will compare 2022's Conference with others in the past. However, for a group of NADR members, the 2022 Conference in Puerto Rico was their first time to attend a conference. Shay was able to sit down with a few of the first-time attendees and talk about their experience. 

Kerie Stone has been a member of NADR for many years. Here passion for the organization is evident with any conversation you have with her. In this episode, Kerie takes on her journey into SSA representation. She and Eva also share some tips on marketing you will want to hear. Also, there is an audio soundbite from a past NADR conference you won't want to miss! 

Every organization has a patriarch, and The National Association of Disability Representatives is no different. Join us in this episode as we spend time with the true patriarch of NADR - Mr. Dale Cowan. 

Some of our newer members may not know that NADR has a voice in Washington D.C. Join us today and meet our Public Policy Advisor, Jeanne Morin. Jeanne has appeared at our conferences in the past to give us updates on the congressional efforts with Public Policy. In today's episode, Jeanne will share how she got into this field and how her personal experience with Social Security Disability played an important role that ultimately became her passion. Jeanne's story and her passion is inspiring because Public Policy affects us all and the client's we represent.