Nerding out on Neurodiversity

This episode, we speak with Dr. Colleen Plein -- an otolaryngologist as well as an active coach for gifted and neurodiverse adults! As a doctor, Dr. Plein is an ENT surgeon where she specializes in nasal and sinus problems. In her professional role, Dr. Plein recognizes and understands the various needs and support systems surrounding neurodiverse patients. The result? A wonderful, capable, knowledgeable, and patient medical provider who genuinely cares for any and all neurodiverse patients.

Alongside her medical and coaching career, Dr. Colleen Plein discusses her experiences grappling with her own neurodiversity as well as her spouse. We loved Dr. Plein's openness and vulnerability in exploring how her relationship and daily life are impacted by her career and her neurodiversity. Thank you for sharing your perspective, experience, and wisdom, Dr. Plein! We adored our time with Dr. Plein -- we know you will too!🦄🥳🦄

-- Humaning. Is. Important. --

Dr. Colleen Plein can be found on LinkedIn, Instagram, and her ⁠company's website⁠!

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This episode, we speak with Dr. Katie Hurley -- a multifaceted, passionate leader in the world of neurodiversity! Professionally, Dr. Hurley is a child and adolescent psychotherapist, parenting educator, public speaker, and writer. Dr. Hurley has authored five books, focusing on the intersection of youth, parenting, and mental health. At the same time, Dr. Hurley is the Senior Clinical Advisor of The Jed Foundation. Dr. Hurley dives into what the JED Foundation is and does, highlighting that it is a nonprofit dedicated to youth and young adult mental health and suicide prevention. She is a strong advocate for breaking down the barriers in discussing suicide as a topic -- and, for encouraging everyone to find comfort and confidence in approaching conversations and discussions around suicide.

We loved our time with Dr. Hurley -- especially diving deep into how to build a community of care and passion in schools. Most times, this stems from conflict resolution and clear, healthy communication. What does conflict resolution look like? How can we teach people how to solve conflicts? We hope that teachers feel comfortable and confident approaching difficult topics, like suicide awareness, education, and prevention. Thank you for addressing the importance of community building as something that goes beyond the school, making sure to include parents and the broader community surrounding the school(s). Let's all remember to pause and talk with others, strangers included! We wholeheartedly appreciated our time with Dr. Katie Hurley -- and we know you will too!🦄🥳🦄

-- Nothing can be done in Isolation --

Dr. Katie Hurley can be found at her website, LinkedIn, and Instagram. Her books can be found online and in various bookstores, too!

The JED Foundation can be found at their website.

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This episode, we speak with Mr. Sam Young -- the phenomenal mind and leader behind Young Scholar's Academy! Mr. Sam guides us through the beginning of YSA, while also highlighting how the school operates. As a specialized school meant -- and made -- for neurodiverse, twice-exceptional students, YSA shines as an exceptional and intentional enrichment program. Mr. Sam aims to make sure that all of the teachers at YSA are "better teachers" than he is (which we highly doubt!).

Alongside the history and idea for YSA, Mr. Sam gets open and vulnerable with us. He addresses his personal struggles with his ADHD diagnosis, recognizing this within various avenues in his past, and how important a program like YSA is for these types of students. We wholeheartedly valued our time with Mr. Sam -- and YSA sounds like such a magical place! 🦄🥳🦄

Thank you for all you do, and are, for these students. We loved our ADHD-trio!

-- Oh, this is education...! --

Mr. Sam and Young Scholars Academy can be found at the YSA website and his LinkedIn!

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This episode we have the great privilege to speak with Gordon Smith! A multidimensional person, Gordon is a counselor, coach, and creative who specifically works with gifted adolescents and adults. Based in North Carolina, Gordon began Gifted and Growing as a multifaceted approach to supporting and caring for all gifted and neurodiverse individuals. His core expertise lies in helping gifted people become more fully themselves. Through this, Gordon's passion, dedication, and career blend together to seamlessly aid the entire neurodiverse world! 🥳

At the same time, Gordon has been an active and foundational member of the North Carolina community -- something that's been empowering and inspirational in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. While a complex topic, we loved being able to dive deep into the post-hurricane world and what that looks and feels like. We are confident that North Carolina is in wonderful hands with Gordon Smith's expertise, compassion, and knowledge. Thank you for your time and enthusiasm, Gordon! 🥳🦄

-- Do. The. Scary. Thing. --

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This episode we have the great privilege to speak with Claire Sabatine, the visionary founder and CEO of Powerplay! Claire's journey has been nothing but inspirational -- especially in how she can seamlessly blend her experiences as an actor, educator, and producer. Through Powerplay, Claire uses performance-centered techniques and approaches to genuinely help anyone recognize that their voice has power. From boardrooms, classrooms, and theatres, Claire's work helps remind all of us about the importance of play! 🥳

We loved our time with Claire and know you will, too! It was incredible getting to hear about her motivations to blend play, performance, and humanity in such a meaningful manner. Claire's compassion, creativity, and insight make her a wonderful and authentic bridge between the multiple masks we all wear and how we can play and perform in the world. Her ability to show that play doesn't go away after you're 'done being a kid', it transcends into being a sincere avenue for growth, introspection, and curiosity. Thank you for your time and wisdom, Claire! We are so appreciative of you, Powerplay, all you bring the world! 🥳🎉

-- What if we didn't stop playing? --

Claire Sabatine can be found at her website as well as on ⁠her Instagram⁠ and ⁠LinkedIn ⁠as well as Powerplay's ⁠Instagram!⁠

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This episode we have the immense pleasure and privilege to speak to Kathryn Morris, the CEO and founder of The Savants! Kathryn's inspirational journey shifted her out of the professional acting scene into that of a mother to two twins with an autism diagnosis. Through her experience raising her kids, Kathryn started The Savants as a place to help support any and all parents on the neurodiverse journey -- and we know that Kathryn does absolutely incredible work! We love that Kathryn's journey has allowed us to meet, share stories, and genuinely connect 🥳

We loved our time with Kathryn and know you will, too! It was incredible getting to talk with Kathryn and hear about her experience as a mother and as a well known actress -- Cold Case, anyone? It's amazing to hear how Kathryn took a fear of hers and changed her perspective to see it instead as a joyful adventure. Kathryn's expertise and curiosity lead her to truly be at the forefront of neurodiversity advocacy and awareness. Thank you for your time, wisdom, and joys, Kathryn! We are so appreciative of you, The Savants, our ongoing partnership, and all you offer the world! 🥳🎉

-- What if we all pushed things forward? --

Kathryn Morris can be found at The Savants as well as on her Instagram and LinkedIn as well as The Savants' Instagram!

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This episode we were lucky enough to speak with Dr. Jen Rafferty! The founder of Empowered Educator -- something positive from the COVID pandemic! -- Jen is committed to transforming how educators show up for themselves and for their students and school communities. Her work focuses on genuinely supporting educators with the aim of prioritizing social-emotional learning and deep self-reflection. We also love how invested Dr. Jen Rafferty is in the world of research and implementation!

We loved our time with Jen and know you will, too! Being able to explore all of the complications surrounding education was so refreshing. Jen's expertise and understanding of the broad 'brokenness' within the education system set the foundation for much of our conversation. Asking questions and being curious are so critical. Thank you for your time, curiosity, and passions, Jen -- we are so appreciative of you, your work, and the positivity you bring to the world! 🥳🎉

-- Remember: Drop. Your. Ego. --

Dr. Jen Rafferty can be found at the Empowered Educator Website as well as on Instagram and on LinkedIn!

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This episode we had the incredible privilege to speak with Sarah Hahn and Ellie Foster, two passionate and driven people co-directing the education aspects of the Kevin Love Foundation! Founded in 2018, the Kevin Love Foundation aims to provide tools and supports to all individuals and communities to help everyone learn to embrace vulnerability, authenticity, and live more positive lives. Sarah and Ellie propel this vision ten-fold as they diligently design curriculum that works for all people. Together, they epitomize what it is to be empathetic, understanding, and patient.

We loved our time together with Sarah and Ellie and we know you will as well! It's no wonder they are such successful partners and educators -- their combined energy is electric and inspiring. Hearing their stories, as well as Kevin Love's, was meaningful and moving. Thank you, Sarah and Ellie, for your time, care, and excitement! 🥳🎉

Also, that Spiderman lesson plan? I mean... c'mon, how amazing is that?

Sarah Hahn and Ellie Foster can both be found at the Kevin Love Fund's Website.

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This is a very special episode for us -- it's our one year anniversary! And, this episode, we have the great pleasure of answering questions sent in from our guests! We loved being able to get a bit personal today, and we hope you'll enjoy it as well🥳🥳

Thank you for trusting us with your time for an entire year 🎉 We can't wait to show you all of the magnificent guests and conversations we've had ☺️

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This episode, we have the great pleasure of speaking with Sheldon Gay, an all around multidimensional powerhouse! The founder of "Sheldon Gay is BUG'N", he aims to help any and all neurodiverse individuals identify with that label and learn how to embrace it. Whether through speaking engagements, individualized coaching, or through his podcast ("I Must Be BUG'N"), Sheldon emphasizes the need to make sense of a world where 'normal' isn't really that 'normal' . It's incredible knowing that Sheldon is not only a part of the world of neurodiversity, but also an outspoken advocate and positive representative. 🥳🥳

Sheldon Gay can be found through his website or through Instagram.

His podcast, "I Must Be BUG'N", can be found on YouTube or anywhere you listen to podcasts!

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