The Inclusion Podcast

The Inclusion Podcast episodes:

• 05.11.2020

  Ep. 28- Yes! Even students with VERY complex communication needs, with Darlene Hanson (part 2)

  This is the second part of my conversation with Darlene Hanson. It is for the most challenging students in our system.  Listen and share with everyone you know who supports students without verbal communication.  Darlene Hanson and I are finally...

  
• 05.11.2020

  Ep. 27- Yes! Even students with VERY complex communication needs, with Darlene Hanson (part 1)

  This podcast is for the most challenging students in our system.  Listen and share with everyone you know who supports students without verbal communication.  Darlene Hanson and I are finally teaming up together to work on the concept of inclusion...

  
• 05.02.2020

  Episode 26. Ripples of Resilience with Paul Wesselmann

  This podcast is all about how to cope during this new and weird time!  Paul has an abundance of thoughtful advice to keep everyone thriving!  Enjoy!

  
• 03.20.2020

  Episode 25 COVID 19 and Special Education

  In this episode we discuss the legal and practical decisions that school administrators, educators and parents have to understand during these changing times.  I am joined by Patrick Radel an incredible special education lawyer and Tanya Fredrich a talented and...

  
• 03.15.2020

  Ep. 24 Education as Equity with Becky Anderson

  Becky Anderson is an incredibly inclusive English teacher.  In this awesome episode she share how teachers can lead inclusive change in their own classroom.  From how to create true community to  how to be sure students can see themselves on...

  
• 03.01.2020

  Ep. 23- HOW to Shift Mindsets about Special Education with Dr. Jenna Rufo

  When it comes to Inclusive Education, the first thing that needs to shifts are outdated ideas and MINDSETS about special education.  For example, "But this student needs functional skills."  Or, "I can't do it because --they can't keep up." or...

  
• 02.15.2020

  Ep. 22 The IEP and Inclusion

  The IEP is the tool for designing and documenting inclusive education.  This episode covers everything you need to know if you are on an IEP team in any capacity. Great for parents, teachers and administrators alike to really understand how...

  
• 01.30.2020

  Ep. 21 The ART of Seeing in Inclusive Classrooms with Sherrill Knezel

  I love this episode!  Here I am joined by artist and friend Sherrill Knezel. First, we discuss "seeing" in terms of visual representations (sketch noting) as an access point for students in inclusive classrooms.  Second, she shares the art of...

  
• 01.11.2020

  Ep. 20- Courageous Perseverance: A Conversation with Dr. Paul Gordon

  Superintendent Dr. Paul Gordon and I discuss what does honest conversation and courageous perseverance have to do with creating truly inclusive schools.  Send this to your superintendent.  Share with your administrators.  Listen, enjoy and let's make schools excellent together!

  
• 10.19.2019

  Ep. 19- Bring Inclusion to YOUR district with Dr. Julie Causton and Dr. Tanya Fredrich

  In this episode Dr. Tanya Fredrich and I bring our collective years of expertise together leading Inclusion Institutes to offer you a road map to host your own inclusion institute in your area with our help.  We share all of...

  
• 09.09.2019

  Ep. 18 My (Un)Special Education- Brianna-Behavior

  If you support, teach or love any person whose behavior is not easily understood, you must listen!  Brianna explains some very humorous and very serious examples of how challenging behavior is often a sign of intelligence and is ALWAYS important...

  
• 09.09.2019

  Ep. 17 My (Un)Special Education- Brianna-Friendship

  Join us for this episode where Brianna Dickens shares many thoughts about the best and worst ways to help students create friendships in schools.  You will not want to miss it!  Also share with anyone who teaches or loves a...

  
• 09.06.2019

  Ep. 16 My (Un)Special Education- Brianna-Communication

  In this Episode Brianna Dickens tells you how to honor all different types of communication. If you work with, know, or love anyone who does not use speech reliably-- you MUST listen!

  
• 09.06.2019

  Ep. 15- My (Un)Special Education- Brianna- Competence

  In this episode, Brianna Dickens and I discuss her experience in a self-contained special education and the work it took for her to be seen as competent.  This is the perfect episode to share with anyone who knows and loves...

  
• 03.08.2019

  Ep. 14- The Journey- Leading Systems Change with Dr. Tanya Fredrich

  Everyone who is looking to create a more inclusive school district MUST listen to this one.  Here I interview Dr. Tanya Fredrich- a giant in the area of inclusive leadership and director of student services in Elmbrook, WI. Please share...

  
• 02.20.2019

  Ep. 13 The Too Much Unicorn

  In this podcast, my co-author Caitlin Caron and I discuss our brand new children's book The Too Much Unicorn.  This book empowers girls everywhere to embrace the beauty of being joyfully, stylishly, and confidently your just right self.  Share wildly with...

  
• 11.27.2018

  Ep. 12. Pat Radel interviews Dr. Julie Causton

  On this episode, we change places and Pat interviews me!  This interview is unscripted and so much fun!  Enjoy!

  
• 11.23.2018

  Ep. 11 5 More Common Special Education Myths - withPat Radel (special education lawyer)

  Episode 11 more myth busting!  This episode covers 5 more common special education myths.  You do not want to miss this one!

  
• 11.21.2018

  Ep. 10-- 5 Common Special Education Myths an Important Conversation with Pat Radel (Special Education Lawyer)

  You will not want to miss this conversation and episode 11 too.  Pat Radel and I discuss the most common myths related to special education and inclusion. For example, "students need to be on level in order to be included."...

  
• 09.17.2018

  Ep. 9 Kicking off Co-Teaching-- How to Create an Amazing Partnership with Dr. Paula Kluth and Dr. Julie Causton

  As many of you know Paula and I have written 30 Days to the Co-Taught Classroom.  In this podcast, Paula and I join forces to ask and answer eachother questions about co-teaching! This is a must listen! Please send this...

  
• 09.07.2018

  Ep. 8- A Back to School Heartset (part 2)

  This is EXACTLY what you need to kick off your school year!  This two-part podcast will get you in the right frame of mind, spirit and heart.  Send this to every educator you know. Because YOU ARE BRAVER than you...

  
• 09.07.2018

  Ep. 7- A Back-to-School Heartset (part 1)

  This is EXACTLY what you need to kick off your school year!  This two-part podcast will get you in the right frame of mind, spirit and heart.  Send this to every educator you know. Because YOU are BRAVER than you...

  
• 08.11.2018

  Ep. 6 Secondary Inclusion-- How does it EVEN work?

  In this episode, I introduce you to my dear friend Dr.  Kate MacLeod. Together we answer the question about how to support a student with an "intellectual disability" in a high school class.  Tune in!

  
• 08.11.2018

  Ep. 6 Secondary Inclusion– How does it EVEN work?

  In this episode, I introduce you to my dear friend Dr.  Kate MacLeod. Together we answer the question about how to support a student with an "intellectual disability" in a high school class.  Tune in!

  
• 07.29.2018

  Ep. 5- Co-Teaching

  In this episode, I help people get ready for co-teaching this school year.  Listen, enjoy and share with anyone who is co-teaching.

  
• 06.28.2018

  Ep 4- The three Rs of summer!

  Get set for summer with these incredible summer resources!  You will kick off the school year relaxed and ready --if you prepare for next year like this.

  
• 06.17.2018

  Ep. 3 - The Necessary Conditions

  This podcast explores the question many administrators have about inclusive schools.  What can I do to make sure that inclusion can take root and grow.  Check out this important piece, rate and send to every school administrator that you know...

  
• 05.31.2018

  Ep. 2- Let's start with why

  Everyone is on board with inclusion except our special education director.  This episode dives into this question and provides responses to give anyone who is resitant to creating more inclusive schools.  Come join us and fill up your toolbox.

  
• 05.31.2018

  Ep. 2- Let’s start with why

  Everyone is on board with inclusion except our special education director.  This episode dives into this question and provides responses to give anyone who is resitant to creating more inclusive schools.  Come join us and fill up your toolbox. 

  
• 05.31.2018

  Let’s start with why

  Everyone is on board with inclusion except our special education director.  This episode dives into this question and provides responses to give anyone who is resitant to creating more inclusive schools.  Come join us and fill up your toolbox. 

  
• 05.08.2018

  Ep. 1- Introduction

  Here I introduce the podcast and discuss some common questions related to including students in general education classrooms.  Join us for 20 minutes of new content each month.