Nerding out on Neurodiversity
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Über den Podcast
This podcast is hosted by myself, Dr. Matt Zakreski, a clinical psychologist and speaker, alongside our co-host and producer Jake Noonan, an educational coach and humanities teacher. We are here to leverage our personal and professional experiences as neurodivergent specialists to inform and entertain the world around us. And, since we can’t do that on our own, we’ve collected an incredible group of professionals from all walks of life who use their time and talent to support the neurodivergent community. When we know more, we do better, and the goal of the #NooN podcast is to provide our listeners with as much information as possible to make your lives better. Because, as Dr. Matt always says, we can’t always make your lives EASY, but we can make them EASIER – and that is just as important! If you’re neurodivergent, someone who loves a neurodivergent person, or works with neurodivergent people, then Nerding out on Neurodiversity is the show for you. Come on this journey with us! We’ll laugh, cry, learn, and make obscure nerdy pop culture references, we’ll have fun – we promise!
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Ep 85 -- In Which, Someone Gets Us with Dianne Allen!
🌈🌈Surprise! 🌈🌈 🥳🦄Dianne Allen created a link for a free assessment on Neurodivergent Overwhelm!🦄🥳 This episode, we have the great privilege to speak with Dianne Allen! A mentor for gifted founders and visionary …
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🌈🌈Surprise! 🌈🌈
🥳🦄Dianne Allen created a link for a free assessment on Neurodivergent Overwhelm!🦄🥳
This episode, we have the great privilege to speak with Dianne Allen! A mentor for gifted founders and visionary creatives, Dianne exclusively works with these professionals to not simply grow -- but to flourish. In her work, Dianne advocates for those who go against the grain and think differently to find inspiration and self actualization through daily, intentional action. Dianne is also the founder of Visions Applied, a company that focuses on producing purposeful and motivational media to educate and inspire all people. At the same time, Dianne hosts the Someone Gets Me podcast where she speaks to the gifted visionary inside us all. We love that Dianne is out there educating others on neurodiversity and advocating for greater understanding!
Together, Dianne dives into the realities of what neurodiversity is, what it looks like in reality, and the myriad of misconceptions surrounding it. At the same time, Dianne connects the overlaps between neurodiversity, recovery, education, and self fulfillment. Our discussion weaves into the broader educational systems, with Dianne actively advocating for a paradigm shift. Mostly, through recognizing that it isn't the individual person, but it's the system as a whole causing the impact. Dianne guides us through various considerations around ideas stemming from a foundational question: how can we make the system work? Dianne, thank you for sharing your wisdom and perspective with us and our listeners! We know that you're making immense waves in changing how the world understands our learners. Your work and advocacy are so important 🦄🥳🦄
-- Be. Fully. You. --
Dianne Allen can be found on her website, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter (X), and the Someone Gets Me Podcast!
Her books, especially her newest Care for the Neurodivergent Soul can be found here!
Visions Applied can be found on their website!
Thank you for listening to the NooN Podcast! The NooN Podcast is brought to you by the Neurodiversity Collective, one of the foremost leaders in serving the mental health and social-emotional needs of the neurodivergent community. To learn more, please visit us at The Neurodiversity Collective's website.
If you have any questions, comments, or you'd like to be a guest on the podcast, please email us at [email protected]
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Ep 84 -- In Which, We Find Our Miyagi's with Jeff Danielian!
This episode, we have the incredible joy of speaking with Jeff Danielian! Jeff is the Director of the La Salle Scholars Program in Providence, Rhode Island. With a Masters degree in Educational Psychology from …
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This episode, we have the incredible joy of speaking with Jeff Danielian! Jeff is the Director of the La Salle Scholars Program in Providence, Rhode Island. With a Masters degree in Educational Psychology from the University of Connecticut, Jeff currently holds the position of Teacher Resource Specialist for The National Association for Gifted Children. Additionally, Jeff presents at local, national, and international conferences, focusing on various topics that impact gifted and neurodivergent learners. We love that Jeff is advocating for gifted learners while helping others understand what that means!
Together, Jeff guides us through his perspective and understanding on giftedness and the purpose of gifted education. Jeff's approach to education really leans into the positive elements of changing how we address gifted learning and the programs as a whole. This helps navigate the nuance of the gifted label -- and, in this, it's amazing to hear that Jeff opens the program up to all learners! In the end, this is truly authentic learning for all students. Jeff, thank you for sharing your wisdom, perspective, and understanding with us and our listeners. You're bringing such an important view on how the view giftedness and it is already making incredible changes in the field. We know that you're going to keep changing the world for the best -- just by being you! 🦄🥳
**Also, Jeff just released a new novel -- Paperboys and Bicycle Thieves! Please support this wonderful human! **
-- Trust. The. Kids. --
Jeff Danielian can be found on Instagram!
His newly released novel -- Paperboys and Bicycle Thieves -- can be found here!
Thank you for listening to the NooN Podcast! The NooN Podcast is brought to you by the Neurodiversity Collective, one of the foremost leaders in serving the mental health and social-emotional needs of the neurodivergent community. To learn more, please visit us at The Neurodiversity Collective's website.
If you have any questions, comments, or you'd like to be a guest on the podcast, please email us at [email protected]
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Ep 83 -- In Which, Ben Whiting Keeps the Magic Going!
This episode, we have the great pleasure of speaking with Ben Whiting! Ben is an award-winning magician and mind-reader turned keynote speaker and leadership development expert. Over his career, he has …
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This episode, we have the great pleasure of speaking with Ben Whiting! Ben is an award-winning magician and mind-reader turned keynote speaker and leadership development expert. Over his career, he has performed in more than 30 countries and appeared on television. His clients have included Oprah’s HARPO studios, Facebook, Apple, Google, and Amazon. Ben also delivered a TEDx talk, “Connect Like a Mind Reader," combining his magician and mind-reading prowess to inspire new thinking paradigms. Today, he is a sought-after speaker who helps organizations build workplace cultures where the impossible feels possible. We love that Ben is out there helping people communicate, connect, and thrive, all while having a lot of fun!
Together, Ben guides us through the ways communication, connection, and mindset can help neurodivergent minds thrive, including those with ADHD. With ample experience and perspective, Ben shows how leaders and teams can recognize the strengths that come with different ways of thinking, from creativity to big-picture problem solving, rather than treating them as obstacles. He helps all who listen see the artistry in building a culture where every brain feels understood and supported, especially during the difficult moments. At the same time, Ben discusses his experiences surrounding ADHD -- notably, by being friends with Dr. Matt for so long! Ben, thank you for sharing your experiences and guidance with us and our listeners. You are making such changes in how neurodiversity is understood and embraced, and that is so important. We know that your influence is already making massive waves 🎩🧠🥳
-- Self Talk is Important! --
Ben Whiting can be found on his website, LinkedIn, Vimeo, and Instagram!
Thank you for listening to the NooN Podcast! The NooN Podcast is brought to you by the Neurodiversity Collective, one of the foremost leaders in serving the mental health and social-emotional needs of the neurodivergent community. To learn more, please visit us at The Neurodiversity Collective's website.
If you have any questions, comments, or you'd like to be a guest on the podcast, please email us at [email protected]
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Ep 82 -- In Which, You Never Stopped Being Gifted, with Mark Hess!
This episode, we have the immense joy to speak with Mark Hess! Currently, Mark is an NAGC Board Member as well as the Past-President of the Colorado Association for Gifted Students. Mark also advocates for …
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This episode, we have the immense joy to speak with Mark Hess! Currently, Mark is an NAGC Board Member as well as the Past-President of the Colorado Association for Gifted Students. Mark also advocates for understanding giftedness in public education through his resources and support. Today, he is the owner of Portable Gifted and Talented where he offers free resources and tools to help reach and support this particular student population. At the same time, Mark is an active keynote speaker and presenter on gifted education and the intricacies within it. We love that Mark is out there providing these types of educational resources for the betterment of all gifted students!
Together, Mark Hess guides us through various means and methods of reaching and understanding neurodivergent and/or gifted learners. With ample experience and perspective, Mark demonstrates how to empower and support educators in teaching this population. He helps all who listen to him recognize the artistry that goes into teaching these learners, especially regarding the difficult moments. Gifted teachers are often isolated and secluded, and Mark's lens helps validate that experience. Mark, thank you for sharing your experiences and guidance with us and our listeners! You are making such changes in how gifted students are understood and that is so important. We know that the educational sphere is growing so immensely due to your influence🦄🥳🦄
-- You Didn't Stop Being Gifted --
Mark Hess can be found on his website, and LinkedIn!
Thank you for listening to the NooN Podcast! The NooN Podcast is brought to you by the Neurodiversity Collective, one of the foremost leaders in serving the mental health and social-emotional needs of the neurodivergent community. To learn more, please visit us at The Neurodiversity Collective's website.
If you have any questions, comments, or you'd like to be a guest on the podcast, please email us at [email protected]
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Ep 81 -- An Entire TWO Years of Nerding Out! 🦄
This is another very special episode for us -- it's our TWO year anniversary! And, this episode, much like last year, we have the great pleasure of answering questions sent in from our guests! We loved being …
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This is another very special episode for us -- it's our TWO year anniversary! And, this episode, much like last year, 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 second year 🎉 We can't wait to show you all of the magnificent guests and conversations we've had ☺️
Thank you for listening to the NooN Podcast! The NooN Podcast is brought to you by the Neurodiversity Collective, one of the foremost leaders in serving the mental health and social-emotional needs of the neurodivergent community. To learn more, please visit us at The Neurodiversity Collective's website.
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Ep 80 -- In Which, We Remember that Time When My Mom Died with The Gateway Gals!
This episode, we have the great pleasure of speaking with Anna Wieland and Emily Hollett -- a duo better known as The Gateway Gals! Anna is a gifted educator and author; she focuses on writing curriculum and …
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This episode, we have the great pleasure of speaking with Anna Wieland and Emily Hollett -- a duo better known as The Gateway Gals! Anna is a gifted educator and author; she focuses on writing curriculum and presenting at state and national conferences. Similarly, Emily is a gifted educator working to design and teach innovative lessons and units for this population. Together, they encourage all students to reach their highest potential while getting authentic feedback from students on what does and does not work. We love that Anna and Emily are out there pushing for better education for all gifted students!
Together, Anna and Emily go beyond the classroom through The Gateway Gals! They co-created the organization, aiming to equip, empower, and encourage educators and all involved in education to best support their gifted population. This comes as resources, curriculum support, speaking, teaching-teachers, and more! And, what's even better, they co-present as avenues of advocacy and support for gifted education. We love the understanding and professional perspective that The Gateway Gals bring to the world of gifted education! Anna and Emily, thank you for sharing your experiences and guidance with us and our listeners! You are both making such changes in how gifted students are understood and that is so important!🦄🥳🦄
-- Where Are You At In Your Learning Journey? --
The Gateway Gals can be found on their website, Facebook, and Instagram!
Thank you for listening to the NooN Podcast! The NooN Podcast is brought to you by the Neurodiversity Collective, one of the foremost leaders in serving the mental health and social-emotional needs of the neurodivergent community. To learn more, please visit us at The Neurodiversity Collective's website.
If you have any questions, comments, or you'd like to be a guest on the podcast, please email us at [email protected]
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Ep 79 -- In Which, We Join the Jake Collective and the JED Foundation to Discuss Saving Lives!
This episode, we speak with a wonderful group of representatives from the Jake Collective! As an organization, the Jake Collective was -- sadly -- founded from loss and tragedy. Jacob Schreiber (2005-2024) was …
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This episode, we speak with a wonderful group of representatives from the Jake Collective! As an organization, the Jake Collective was -- sadly -- founded from loss and tragedy. Jacob Schreiber (2005-2024) was a brilliant, kind, and talented student at Brown University when, in the summer of 2024, he died by suicide -- (taken directly from their website). The Jake Collective is a multi-pronged initiative that supports the health and wellbeing of neurodivergent young people whose complexities can also generate great risk; in all of their efforts and influence, the Jake Collective honors the life, heart, and brilliance of Jake Schreiber. In this, his life and legacy continues to make a positive different in the world, and we are so grateful to share their story with our community.
Melissa, as the CEO, leads the Jake Collective across all functions. Originally from the healthcare realm, her journey to the Jake Collective comes as being a lifelong friend of the Schreiber Family, having known and loved Jake Schreiber since the day he was born. Her daughter, Greta Filippone, is an official student at Brown! She comes to the Jake Collective as a dear friend of Jake Schrieber's, representing what ADHD authentically shows up like. Alongside the Filippone's, Amanda Morin is a neurodiversity advocate and educator who works alongside the JED Foundation in partnering with the Jake Collective. Together, they are strong advocates 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, mental health, and neurodivergent struggles.
Thank you, Melissa, Greta, and Amanda -- as well as Lori and Zach Schreiber, Jake's parents -- for your advocacy and work within the Jake Collective. We deeply appreciated our time with you and we know that our listeners will, too.🦄🥳🦄
-- Don't Stop Talking About Everything --
The Jake Collective can be found on their website, and LinkedIn. The JED Foundation can be found at their website.
Amanda Morin can be found on their website.
Thank you for listening to the NooN Podcast! The NooN Podcast is brought to you by the Neurodiversity Collective, one of the foremost leaders in serving the mental health and social-emotional needs of the neurodivergent community. To learn more, please visit us at The Neurodiversity Collective's website.
If you have any questions, comments, or you'd like to be a guest on the podcast, please email us at [email protected]
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Ep 78 -- In Which, We Discover ADHD is Not in Your Butt with Charlie Davis!
This episode, we have the incredibly joy of speaking with Charlie Davis! His bio hails Charlie as a one of a kind actor, singer, comedian, and overall stellar dude -- and we could not agree more with that last …
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This episode, we have the incredibly joy of speaking with Charlie Davis! His bio hails Charlie as a one of a kind actor, singer, comedian, and overall stellar dude -- and we could not agree more with that last part! We can 100% confirm that Charlie Davis is an overall stellar dude. A fellow ADHDer, Charlie embodies the best parts of being ADHD -- notably, through the incredible way he approaches stage performance and life as a whole. His career has led Charlie to host and perform a one-man Forrest Gump live show. When we first heard about this, we knew we had to talk with Charlie and we are so thankful that we did! We are so grateful that there's someone like Charlie Davis in the stage performance world, making sure to hold space, understanding, and empathy for neurodivergent individuals.
Together, Charlie guides us through his life's journey and how he came to his Forrest Gump idea. The clips we've seen (and a whole video can be found below!) are phenomenal -- and we love the creative manner in which Charlie approaches the performance itself. He also discusses a lot of educational and growing struggles as a result of his ADHD, notably how those around him treated him and viewed him, and how this all impacted him as well. We love the perspective that Charlie brings to the world of education and neurodiversity! At the same time, we also do learn that ADHD is actually not in the butt -- believe it or not. Thank you for sharing your experiences and wisdom with us, Charlie! You are such an inspiration to all who know you and we love GUMP almost as much as you love cheese!🦄🥳🦄
-- Find Ways to be Happy. --
Charlie Davis can be found on his website, and Instagram!
His performance, called GUMP, can be found on YouTube!
Thank you for listening to the NooN Podcast! The NooN Podcast is brought to you by the Neurodiversity Collective, one of the foremost leaders in serving the mental health and social-emotional needs of the neurodivergent community. To learn more, please visit us at The Neurodiversity Collective's website.
If you have any questions, comments, or you'd like to be a guest on the podcast, please email us at [email protected]
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Ep 77 -- In Which, we Get the Haps with College Apps with Dr. Eric Endlich!
This episode, we have the great privilege speaking with Dr. Eric Endlich! Eric is a clinical psychologist as well as an educational consultant with a passion for supporting neurodivergent students. Throughout …
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This episode, we have the great privilege speaking with Dr. Eric Endlich! Eric is a clinical psychologist as well as an educational consultant with a passion for supporting neurodivergent students. Throughout his work, Eric has been endlessly advocating for and supporting this population, knowing how wonderful they are! He has a number of books that have inspired and influenced the world of educational psychology (which can be found via links below). Dr. Eric Endlich is also the founder of Top College Consultants, a resource to help students -- especially those with learning differences and/or any neurodiversity -- navigate college and grad school submissions. We are so grateful that Eric is there as an advocate and support for neurodivergent students going through this transition period!
Together, Dr. Eric Endlich guides us through the realities that the upcoming generations face regarding college applications. We love the work he and Top College Consultants are doing to change how students and families view the entire college application process. We particularly appreciate how he considers the college essay, knowing that students and families tend to approach it from a very specific lens -- and how Dr. Eric Endlich reframes this perspective to best support the student. It's refreshing to hear this viewpoint, especially knowing that most students end up actually finding a new enjoyment for writing! We also dive into the meaning and purpose of accommodations, and how everything surrounding them changes from high school to college. Thank you for sharing your experiences and wisdom with us, Eric! You are such an inspiration to parents, students, and education as a whole!🦄🥳🦄
-- There Are So. Many. Paths! --
Dr. Eric Endlich, and all of his links are listed here:
- Eric Endlich, Ph.D., CEP | LinkedIn
- Top College Consultants - YouTube
- Parents of College Bound Students with Learning Disabilities, ADHD and ASD | Facebook
- College Programs for Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, Disabilities | College Consultants
- Autism/Neurodiversity/Disability Scholarships, Internships and More | College Consultants
- Getting Into College Is the Easy Part | College Consultants
- Older Autistic Adults: In Their Own Words: The Lost Generation: Wake PhD, Wilma, Endlich, Eric, Lagos, Robert S.: 9781942197515: Amazon.com: Books
- Disability Accommodations in College: What Families Need to Know
- Time to Grow: Post-Grad and Gap Year Programs for Neurodivergent Students
Thank you for listening to the NooN Podcast! The NooN Podcast is brought to you by the Neurodiversity Collective, one of the foremost leaders in serving the mental health and social-emotional needs of the neurodivergent community. To learn more, please visit us at The Neurodiversity Collective's website.
If you have any questions, comments, or you'd like to be a guest on the podcast, please email us at [email protected]
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Ep 76 -- In Which, We Go Full-Tilt with Debbie Reber!
🌈🌈Surprise! 🌈🌈 🥳🦄Debbie Reber and Tilt Parenting created a page for you! This link will give you access to all their free resources in the Differently Wired Family Hub! 🦄🥳 This episode, we have the incredible …
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🌈🌈Surprise! 🌈🌈
🥳🦄Debbie Reber and Tilt Parenting created a page for you! This link will give you access to all their free resources in the Differently Wired Family Hub! 🦄🥳
This episode, we have the incredible joy of speaking with Debbie Reber, the Founder & CEO of Tilt Parenting! Debbie is a parenting activist, author, podcast host, and speaker. Throughout all of her work, she advocates and educates for understanding neurodivergent individuals and support needs. Her book, Differently Wired: A Parent's Guide to Raising an Atypical Child with Confidence and Hope, which has been groundbreaking for anyone who wants to understand neurodiverse individuals. Differently Wired is also widely recommended and utilized by parents, professionals, and therapist across the world! She centers her approach by empowering families in creating inclusive and supportive systems for their neurodivergent child. We love that there's a leader like Debbie Reber there to advocate for and support parents!
Together, we dive into what Tilt Parenting is all about! For those who don't know, Tilt Parenting is an educational resource and community focused on supporting parents of neurodiverse kids. At the same time, Debbie guides us through her story, what brought her to supporting this population, and how she worked to start a revolution in education. Debbie also brings a multifaceted perspective to her work, aiming to support the in the moment connections between parents and their kids. You cannot force your kid to do something they don't want to do! Thank you for sharing your experiences and wisdom with us, Debbie! You are such an inspiration to parents everywhere and you are leading the way towards a more understanding future for neurodivergent individuals -- and their families!🦄🥳🦄
-- Change The Systems and Society --
Debbie Reber can be found on her website, Facebook, Substack, Twitter(X), and LinkedIn.
You can find her book here: Differently Wired: A Parent's Guide.
Tilt Parenting can be found on their Website, Podcast, YouTube, Instagram,
Thank you for listening to the NooN Podcast! The NooN Podcast is brought to you by the Neurodiversity Collective, one of the foremost leaders in serving the mental health and social-emotional needs of the neurodivergent community. To learn more, please visit us at The Neurodiversity Collective's website.
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Ep 75 -- In Which, We Talk to Dr. Wendy Berry Mendes. Or, Dr. Matt's First 'Boss'!
This episode is a special one! Today, we have Dr. Wendy Berry Mendes -- or, as we know her as, Dr. Matt's first boss! Dr. Mendes is the Chris Argyris Professor of Psychology at Yale University. There, she also …
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This episode is a special one! Today, we have Dr. Wendy Berry Mendes -- or, as we know her as, Dr. Matt's first boss! Dr. Mendes is the Chris Argyris Professor of Psychology at Yale University. There, she also founded and runs the Emotion, Health, and Psychophysiology Lab where she works with various researchers to study embodiment. In essence, they study how the mind influences the body, and how bodily changes influence thoughts, emotions, and intentions. Her research questions sit at the intersection of social, personality, and biological psychology -- somewhere neurodiversity is endlessly present! We love that Dr. Mendes is such a present and outspoken advocate, doing on-the-ground research and work to change, in the end, the whole world!
Together, we discuss Dr. Mendes' story and journey leading her to her work and research. She explains and explores how the body, mind, and emotions are interwoven -- and how that tends to go misunderstood in society. At the same time, we discuss Dr. Mendes' career as a dancer and how that influences her perspectives today! We love that Dr. Mendes is bringing a unique and passionate perspective to the world of neurodiversity. Dr. Wendy Berry Mendes, thank you for sharing your story, wisdom, and perspectives with us. You're leading the academic world towards building a more supportive and inclusive world for neurodiversity -- and more! 🦄🥳🦄
-- Serendipity for All! --
Dr. Wendy Berry Mendes can be found on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter(X), and her Website!
Thank you for listening to the NooN Podcast! The NooN Podcast is brought to you by the Neurodiversity Collective, one of the foremost leaders in serving the mental health and social-emotional needs of the neurodivergent community. To learn more, please visit us at The Neurodiversity Collective's website.
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EP 74 -- In Which, We're Learning With Dr. Emily King Again!
This is a special episode: we have Dr. Emily King returning to hang out with us a second time! Today, Dr. Emily shares the exciting news that her new book, The Neurodivergent Learner, is officially out today! …
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This is a special episode: we have Dr. Emily King returning to hang out with us a second time! Today, Dr. Emily shares the exciting news that her new book, The Neurodivergent Learner, is officially out today! Throughout our discussion, Dr. Emily gives us a view behind the book -- the stories, how they came to be, and the process of creating it. With each element, Dr. Emily shares the wisdom, understanding, and perspective behind it. We know that all who hear Dr. Emily's experience will learn so, so much!
We love that Dr. Emily King was our first return guest! She continues to make immense, positive changes in this world. Dr. Emily, thank you for sharing your time and perspectives with us -- and the news of your book! You are such a joy!🦄🥳🦄
-- Experience. The. Process. --
Dr. Emily King can be found on her website, Instagram, and SubStack!
Her newest book, The Neurodivergent Learner is now out everywhere!
Thank you for listening to the NooN Podcast! The NooN Podcast is brought to you by the Neurodiversity Collective, one of the foremost leaders in serving the mental health and social-emotional needs of the neurodivergent community. To learn more, please visit us at The Neurodiversity Collective's website.
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Ep 73 -- In Which, We-Can, with Kevin McShan!
This episode, we have the immense privilege of speaking with Kevin McShan! Professionally, Kevin's expertise is as an engaging and captivating speaker, disability advocate, and multimedia journalist. At the …
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This episode, we have the immense privilege of speaking with Kevin McShan! Professionally, Kevin's expertise is as an engaging and captivating speaker, disability advocate, and multimedia journalist. At the same time, Kevin works to bring awareness and understanding for disabled -- neurodivergent or otherwise -- individuals in the workplace. Kevin comes to companies and organizations with data and research that proves hiring people with disabilities boosts all positive elements of the working environment! Kevin's work is influential to all who hear his story and we are deeply appreciative for his perspective and advocacy.
Together, we discuss Kevin's experiences across many facets of his life's journey. Kevin shares what living with cerebral palsy, as a student, a professional, and a person is through a lens of authenticity. We also explore how the workplace has both supported and failed him -- and how to understand that. We love that Kevin is endlessly outspoken about disability advocacy and how much of a difference he has already made across the country -- not to mention the world! Kevin, thank you for sharing your time, experiences, and perspectives with us. You're such a guiding light for everyone and it was an honor to be with you!🦄🥳🦄
-- Possibilities. And. Potential. --
Kevin McShan can be found on his Website, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook!
Kevin also hosts the podcast, Let's Have this Conversation!
Thank you for listening to the NooN Podcast! The NooN Podcast is brought to you by the Neurodiversity Collective, one of the foremost leaders in serving the mental health and social-emotional needs of the neurodivergent community. To learn more, please visit us at The Neurodiversity Collective's website.
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Ep 72 -- In Which, we Talk TEFOS with Seth Perler!
This episode, we have the great joy of speaking with the magnificent Seth Perler! A celebrated executive function expert, Seth went from teaching in the classroom to now helping and supporting students and …
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This episode, we have the great joy of speaking with the magnificent Seth Perler! A celebrated executive function expert, Seth went from teaching in the classroom to now helping and supporting students and families understanding how to navigate executive functioning challenges. Due to his own story -- which we dive into together -- Seth acts as an EF coach for neurodivergent individuals. At the same time, Seth teaches parents and educators how to use his innovative and non-traditional approaches to help their kids and their EF struggles. Seth's work is groundbreaking and we are so thankful that he is such an outspoken advocate and leader in the field!
Together, we discuss Seth's journey to becoming this 'executive functioning nerd/expert'. He guides us through his experiences with EF struggles, emphasizing the impact that this had on him and his learning journey. At the same time, we discuss Seth's work creating and running TEFOS -- or, The Executive Function Online Summit! TEFOS is an annual, free virtual event Seth hosts that emphasizes the importance of understanding executive function challenges. We love that this is an accessible avenue that anyone can take to not only learn about executive functioning struggles, but also find guidance and inspiration as well. Seth, thank you for sharing your time, wisdom, and perspectives with us. You're leading the journey to a more supportive world for neurodivesity! 🦄🥳🦄
-- People Are Doing Amazing Work! --
Seth Perler can be found on LinkedIn, YouTube, and his Website!
More information about TEFOS can be found here!
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Ep 71 -- In Which, Dr. Orla Dunne Teaches us about Trèitheach in Ireland!
This episode, we have the immense pleasure of speaking with Dr. Orla Dunne! At Dublin City University, Orla is an Assistant Professor of Inclusive and Special Education. She is also the co-chair of Ireland's …
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This episode, we have the immense pleasure of speaking with Dr. Orla Dunne! At Dublin City University, Orla is an Assistant Professor of Inclusive and Special Education. She is also the co-chair of Ireland's first postgraduate program in gifted education! At the same time, Orla is an active researcher focusing on gifted education, social-emotional wellbeing, and LGBTQ+ inclusion. With the complexities surrounding giftedness -- and the overlap with LGBTQ+ identities -- Orla's work is groundbreaking and inspirational! We are so thankful that Orla is a strong voice and advocate for diversity and inclusivity!
Together, we address the realities of living as part of a marginalized group in the current world. Orla guides us through her experiences and perspective on how marginalized students -- LGBTQ+ or otherwise -- are handled in an educational landscape. At the same time, Orla emphasizes the impact that even one person being there to listen and see the student as an individual can have. We know that the students gravitate towards and find the helpers -- sometimes it just takes kindness. So, we can all continue to actively choose kindness to be there for our students. Thank you for sharing your time and vulnerabilities with us, Orla. You're changing the world each and every day! 🦄🥳🦄 We also may learn about a Dirty Dancing lift!
-- It. Starts. With. Being. Kind. --
Dr. Orla Dunne can be found on LinkedIn!
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Ep 70 -- In Which, we Join Marc Feinberg's Dream Team for Dream Teens!
This episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Marc Feinberg! Professionally, Marc is a performance expert, personal advisor, author, speaker, facilitator, and certified biblical counselor. In all of these …
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This episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Marc Feinberg! Professionally, Marc is a performance expert, personal advisor, author, speaker, facilitator, and certified biblical counselor. In all of these interconnected roles, Marc aims to help leaders -- and all people -- unlock purpose, power, and their highest potential. In these roles, Marc works to help people who may have already found forms of success recognize that they can find even more success through intentional work towards clarity, discipline, and leadership. With the nuances and complexities that surrounding the neurodivergent population, we are so appreciative that Marc Feinberg is an enthusiastic advocate for personal growth and introspection!
Together, we dive deep into what learning, life, and adversity looks and feels like. Marc guides us through his work with all types of leaders while simultaneously addressing how he inspires each individual to explore what they genuinely need to continue growing and improving themselves. We loved Marc's positivity, story, and thoughts on the world of spirituality -- from a religious and irreligious lens. This is such an important perspective and understanding; wisdom can come from anywhere! We know that Marc Feinberg's story and perspective will inspire everyone to consider what the world could look like -- for everyone! Thank you for sharing your time, wisdom, and curiosity with us and our listeners!🦄🥳🦄
-- Character Is Built By Adversity --
Marc Feinberg can be found on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and his website.
The Dream Teen can be found on their website!
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Ep 69 -- In Which, Ringmaster Dr. Edward Amend Guides us Through the Carnival of Giftedness!
This episode, we have the great joy of speaking with Dr. Edward Amend! A licensed psychologist in both Kentucky and Ohio, Dr. Amend specializes in social, emotional, and educational needs of gifted individuals …
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This episode, we have the great joy of speaking with Dr. Edward Amend! A licensed psychologist in both Kentucky and Ohio, Dr. Amend specializes in social, emotional, and educational needs of gifted individuals. At the same time, Dr. Amend gives a variety of presentations on topics related to the general needs of gifted individuals. Dr. Amend is also the founder of The Amend Group -- a team providing consulting and psychological services for the gifted and neurodiverse population. With the nuances surrounding this population, we are so thankful that Dr. Amend has such a strong and influential presence in Kentucky!
Together, we dive deep into what neurodiversity and giftedness show up like and what struggles are faced. We loved his perspective on the pressure of grades and how they impact each student's overall learning -- rather than focusing on the product, let's focus on the process. Dr. Amend guides us through his life's journey, which has led to many stories and bits of wisdom, and reflections on learning, joy, and excitement. We also learn that Dr. Amend had a long history in carnival work! He also shares a secret family recipe for cotton candy and what makes it so special 🥳
We know that Dr. Amend's story and perspective will inspire everyone towards a more positive world. Thank you for sharing your time and wisdom with us and our listeners!🦄🥳🦄
-- It's. About. The. Process. --
Dr. Edward Amend and The Amend Group can be found on their website, Facebook, and Twitter (X).
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Ep 68 -- In Which, We Talk to the Godparents of Modern Giftedness: Dr. Joe Renzulli and Dr. Sally Reis!
This episode is a very special one! Today, we have the incredible joy and privilege of speaking with Dr. Joe Renzulli and Dr. Sally Reis -- or, to us, the Godparents of Contemporary Giftedness! With such long …
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This episode is a very special one!
Today, we have the incredible joy and privilege of speaking with Dr. Joe Renzulli and Dr. Sally Reis -- or, to us, the Godparents of Contemporary Giftedness! With such long professional careers in the field, it is impossible to summarize all, let alone most, of their contributions, work, and impact.
Dr. Renzulli is a professor of Educational Psychology a UConn, where he teaches about giftedness and creativity while advocating for shifts in the educational landscape as a whole. A pioneer in the field, Dr. Renzulli was named by the American Psychological Association as one of the 25 most influential psychologists in the world -- his 'Three Ring Conception of Giftedness' is a foundational piece for gifted education and accessibility in the western, and broader world as a whole.
Dr. Reis is a professor of Educational Psychology at UConn as well! She specializes in giftedness alongside learning disabilities, diversity, and gender. At the same time, Dr. Reis aims to expand the Schoolwide Enrichment Model to a broader population. In this, Dr. Reis lays out a goal of identifying gifted students who are otherwise overlooked in identification. Her work, much like Dr. Renzulli's, has been internationally used for the support of all students and professionals.
Together, we dive deep into the world of giftedness! We also discuss Dr. Renzulli's vision and how he and Dr. Reis created 'Confratute': a conference focusing on differentiation and gifted pedagogy. This year, Confratute is celebrating its 48th year! With the world of gifted education still catching up, it is incredible that Confratute has been a source of support, information, and understanding for so many years. We know that both Dr. Renzulli and Dr. Reis' stories will inspire everyone -- they are foundational to the field for a reason! Thank you both for sharing your time, wisdom, expertise, and life's-journey with us and our listeners! Thank you both even more for planting the seeds that allow us to do what we do!🦄🥳🦄
-- Opportunities. Resources. Encouragement. --
Dr. Joe Renzulli can be found on LinkedIn.
Dr. Sally Reis can be found on LinkedIn.
They can both be found at The Renzulli Learning Center, UConn, and at Confratute.
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Ep 67 -- In Which, Brewability Brings Belonging to Beer and Pizza.
This episode, we have the immense privilege of being joined by the dynamic duo behind Brewability -- Tiffany and Jess! A unique and inclusive brewery and pizzeria, Brewability -- located in Englewood, Colorado …
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This episode, we have the immense privilege of being joined by the dynamic duo behind Brewability -- Tiffany and Jess! A unique and inclusive brewery and pizzeria, Brewability -- located in Englewood, Colorado -- specifically focuses on employing adults with disabilities. With backgrounds in special education, both Tiffany and Jess work to empower individuals, neurodiverse or otherwise, to feel and find a sense of belonging. For too long, this population has been overlooked or infantilized; we are beyond thankful that a place like Brewability exists!
Together, we dive deep into struggles that neurodiverse workers -- and their employers -- face. Tiffany and Jess address both the very real support and positivity surrounding them as well as the just as real negativity, hate, and threats they face. In a world where community is more important than ever -- especially for Brewability -- this is a critical conversation to have. We know that Tiffany, Jess, and Brewability's story will inspire and invigorate everyone towards a more positive, welcoming, and accountable world. Thank you for sharing your time and wisdom with us and our listeners!🦄🥳🦄
-- Go Be Labumptuous. --
Brewability can be found on their website, TikTok, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
Tiffany can be found on Instagram and LinkedIn.
Jess can be found on LinkedIn.
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Ep 66 -- In Which, we Journey through Gifted Advocacy with Dr. Lindsay Lee!
This episode, we have the pleasure to speak with Dr. Lindsay Lee! Dr. Lee is an educational psychologist, researcher, and consultant specializing in creativity, gifted education, neurodiversity, talent …
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This episode, we have the pleasure to speak with Dr. Lindsay Lee! Dr. Lee is an educational psychologist, researcher, and consultant specializing in creativity, gifted education, neurodiversity, talent development, educational measurement, and learning environments. She is the founder of Advanced Learning Research & Consulting, LLC and incoming Associate Dean of Graduate Studies at Elmbridge University. Her current work explores how educational systems, emerging technologies, and measurement practices can better identify, develop, and support human potential. While focusing on the individual alongside deep meaning-making, Dr. Lee emphasizes relationships, agency, and authenticity.
Together, we explore Dr. Lee's experience growing up -- complete with an attempt to run away from school! But, more importantly, how this led to an important connection with the school counselor who influenced Dr. Lee towards getting tested. At the core of our entire conversation, Dr. Lee addresses how crucial the relationships are and how these can be the cornerstones of a student's academic confidence. We know that Dr. Lee's story will resonate with everyone and that her perspective will help lead to more positive, welcoming, and encouraging educational environments. Thank you for sharing your time and wisdom with us and our listeners, Dr. Lee! 🦄🥳🦄
-- It's Okay To Question. --
Dr. Lindsay Lee can be found on LinkTree, Instagram, and TikTok.
Additionally, Dr. Lindsay Lee's practice -- Advance Learning Research & Consulting -- can be found here!
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Ep 65 -- In Which, We go a Little Weird with Emily Kircher-Morris!
This episode, we have the immense privilege to speak with Emily Kircher-Morris! As a professional, Emily is a licensed LPC where she works as a mental health professional specializing in neurodiversity. In her …
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This episode, we have the immense privilege to speak with Emily Kircher-Morris! As a professional, Emily is a licensed LPC where she works as a mental health professional specializing in neurodiversity. In her role, Emily advocates for forming inclusive and supportive environments while also providing direct therapy for her clients. A fellow podcaster, Emily also hosts The Neurodiversity Podcast where she aims to bring awareness and understanding to all people. With a focus on inclusivity, awareness, and deep meaning-making, Emily helps all people engage with themselves and the world around them in an authentic manner.
Together, we explore Emily's perspective on school environments and the individual student's experience within the environment. We dive into how to engage with flexible thinking within the classroom and the school environment. We love Emily's reminder that we shouldn't assume -- especially with our students! Without asking what's going on, or why something is happening, we can't know how to best support our students. We know that everyone will benefit from hearing Emily's wisdom and thoughts on everything! Thank you for sharing your time and journey with us and our listeners, Emily🦄🥳🦄!
-- Change. Happens. Slowly. --
Emily Kircher-Morris can be found on her website, Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
Emily's books can be found here!
The Neurodiversity Podcast can be found here and anywhere you can find a podcast!
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Ep 64 -- In Which, Rebecca Engle is an Advocacy Badass.
This episode, we have the great pleasure to speak with Rebecca Engle! A multifaceted individual, Rebecca epitomizes the importance of neurodiversity advocacy and understanding. Professionally, Rebecca is a …
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This episode, we have the great pleasure to speak with Rebecca Engle! A multifaceted individual, Rebecca epitomizes the importance of neurodiversity advocacy and understanding. Professionally, Rebecca is a special education teacher, a writer, and an advocate. As a neurodivergent educator with a personal understanding of the challenges and strengths of autism, she offers unique insights into creating supportive and equitable learning environments. Her journey from overcoming discrimination to empowering students has shaped her passion for advocacy and education reform. Today, Rebecca Engle works to build inclusive spaces for neurodivergent people while advocating for how to do so!
Together, we explore her experiences growing up autistic with a NVLD and how her struggles shaped her into the powerful and passionate advocate she is today. We deeply appreciated Rebecca's vulnerability in sharing her story and her perspectives on education, neurodiversity, and all things in between. Also, the issues with PBIS and ABA systems? Let's get rid of them -- please! Rebecca, thank you so much for sharing your time, experiences, and honesty with us all. You are an absolute leader in the field and we hope that others look to you as inspiration for a better future🦄🥳🦄!
-- Don't Let People Peel Your Stickers Off --
Rebecca Engle can be found on Facebook, and Instagram.
Her books can be found here!
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Ep 63 -- In Which, We Discuss PAGE: the Keystone of Gifted Education!
Today's episode, we have the immense privilege to be joined by Dr. Elizabeth Schucker and Dr. Tammy McDonald, two critical members of the Pennsylvania Association for Gifted Education -- or, PAGE! Dr. Elizabeth …
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Today's episode, we have the immense privilege to be joined by Dr. Elizabeth Schucker and Dr. Tammy McDonald, two critical members of the Pennsylvania Association for Gifted Education -- or, PAGE! Dr. Elizabeth Schucker, Ed.D., has over 22 years of experience in K–12 education. She began her career as a fourth-grade teacher and now serves as a middle school Gifted Teacher for grades 5-8. She holds a master’s degree in Reading, a Reading Specialist Certificate, and a doctoral degree in Transformational Teaching and Learning from Kutztown University of Pennsylvania, supported by the Carnegie Consortium. Passionate about PBL, Dr. Schucker supports students through her pull-out “G1FT3D” enrichment seminar and partners with educators to deepen lesson complexity through differentiated instruction in the general education classroom. As a servant leader, Dr. Schucker is passionate about expanding high-quality gifted education pathways through ongoing universal teacher preparation. She offers professional development focused on strengthening gifted awareness and support for pre-service teachers and recently co-created the inaugural G2: Geared Up for Gifted Summit, a collaborative event hosted at DeSales University in partnership with Lehigh Valley colleges. She regularly presents her work at local, state, and national conferences. Dr. Schucker is honored to serve on the board of the Pennsylvania Association for Gifted Education (PAGE). She co-manages the social media platform and hosts the Turning the PAGE podcast, which provides professional development through the podcasting medium.
Dr. Tammy McDonald is a Gifted Support Specialist and department leader in the Bethlehem Area School District in Bethlehem, PA, where she has taught for 31 years. Her degrees include a B.A. in Psychology and Elementary Education from Muhlenberg College, an M.A. in Education from Kutztown University, and a M.S. in Educational Technology from Wilkes University. She also received her PhD in Human Development with an emphasis in Strategic Leadership and Academic Systems from Marywood University. Dr. McDonald holds a K-12 gifted endorsement certificate from Millersville University and a K-12 Principal Certification from Marywood University. Her areas of research interest include, but are not limited to: Gifted students, diversity/equity identification practices, social/emotional learning, and supporting gifted students in the regular education classroom. Dr. McDonald takes the lead in secondary gifted education and believes all students should have the experience of autonomy with choice as well as challenge in their education. She develops and presents professional development for gifted and regular education teachers and leads by example.
Throughout our discussion, we discuss all things giftedness -- especially through the teacher's experience. We loved learning more about the 'behind the scenes' of PAGE and what goes on for Pennsylvania! Hearing from Dr. Schucker and Dr. McDonald, we know that this conversation is an important one for anyone who seeks to understand neurodiversity and how it manifests within school cultures. To Liz and Tammy, it was such a pleasure and joy to speak with you both and hear your stories and experiences -- thank you a million times over🦄🥳🦄!
-- Make a Difference for Each. Individual. Person. --
Dr. Elizabeth Schucker can be found on LinkedIn and the 'Turning the PAGE' Podcast.
Dr. Tammy McDonald can be found on LinkedIn.
They can both be reached through the G2:Gifted Education Summit.
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Ep 62 -- In Which, We Talk Pride 2026, being '3E', and Identity with the Phenomenal Carcyn Ketner!
Happy Pride, 2026! 🌈🌈🦄🦄 This episode, we have the immense pleasure and privilege to speak with Carcyn Ketner! An overall, across the board phenomenal and multitalented person, Carcyn shares an absolute journey …
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Happy Pride, 2026! 🌈🌈🦄🦄
This episode, we have the immense pleasure and privilege to speak with Carcyn Ketner! An overall, across the board phenomenal and multitalented person, Carcyn shares an absolute journey. From parenting a neurodiverse child, shifting careers from special education to art, music, and woodworking, to even life as a whole, Carcyn shares a plethora of wisdom, experience, and positivity. At the same time, Carcyn talks us through his gender journey and what that all means to him -- and how to embrace the ephemerality of masculinity and femininity -- and the changes that he recognizes and explores.
Together, we delve into what it's truly like living in this world as a neurodiverse individual and all of the good and bad that comes alongside that. Carcyn guides us through all types of ideas and considerations that, honestly speaking, more people need to grapple with -- especially Americans. Across the board, Carcyn is a radiant light in the world and he exudes this each and every day. Without a doubt, we know that Carcyn's story will resonate with everyone, and hopefully inspire people to think in newfound manners and learn to adjust their understandings with new information and perspectives. Carcyn, we endlessly thank you for sharing your time and journey with us -- and our listeners! You are an absolute joy and the world needs more people like you in it🦄🥳🦄!
-- Do It For The Journey --
Carcyn can be found on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube!
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Ep 61 -- In Which, we Build our Team For Fun with Mike Fogel!
This episode, we have the great joy of speaking with Mike Fogel! An author, art therapy entrepreneur, and neurodiversity advocate, Mike Fogel is a multidimensional figure in the field. With a focus on spreading …
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This episode, we have the great joy of speaking with Mike Fogel! An author, art therapy entrepreneur, and neurodiversity advocate, Mike Fogel is a multidimensional figure in the field. With a focus on spreading kindness, love, and peace, Mike helps students engage with themselves as well as the peers around them.
Through founding Camp Pegasus, Mike brings this energy and mentoring in a summer-camp approach -- at this camp, everyone understands neurodiversity. And, how important is that for our kids? Mike also runs The Art of Friendship where he helps kids understand and navigate social skills and situations. Through all of his work, Mike embodies authenticity and how to truly engage kids by showing what it means to love yourself and others.
Together, we explore Mike Fogel's experiences, wisdom, and perspectives -- while also discussing all things camp and camp-adjacent. One idea that runs through our entire conversation is Mike's idea of the 'Team for Fun'. This is such a seemingly simple, yet incredibly powerful idea that can truly change one's entire mentality. We know that we want Mike on our Team for Fun -- and it's clear why! Thank you for sharing your time and journey with us and our listeners, Mike!🦄🥳🦄!
-- Get On The Team For Fun! --
Mike Fogel can be found on Instagram here, and on Instagram here, and on Facebook, as well as at the websites for Art of Friendship and Camp Pegasus.
His book can be found and purchased at The Social-Emotional Guidebook.
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Ep 60 -- In Which, we're Joined by Matt Kelly: Professional Geek
Who else would not only make a historical musical in school, but also remember verses? Only a fellow nerd like Matt Kelly! A multifaceted talent, Matt founded and runs so many podcasts that he started the very …
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Who else would not only make a historical musical in school, but also remember verses? Only a fellow nerd like Matt Kelly! A multifaceted talent, Matt founded and runs so many podcasts that he started the very network we are a part of -- Geekscape! As a network, Geekscape has been around since 2006, diving deep into the world of movies, games, comics, TV, and all aspects of nerdy pop-culture. There, Matt hosts several podcasts, all with some aspect of Geekiness to them, and has spoken at many conferences and conventions.
Together, we dive deep into Matt's life and his experiences growing up as well as how he came to the podcasting world. With endless stories and examples of growing up a little different, our conversation led Matt to see his life in a different manner. While initially skeptical, by the end of our conversation Matt may be viewing himself through a gifted/neurodivergent lens -- or so we hope -- especially after his mouse hunting story. We know that Matt's story, experiences, and journey, will be motivational and eye-opening to all who listen! Thank you for sharing your time with us -- and our listeners! -- Matt it is always such a joy and pleasure speaking with you🦄🥳🦄!
-- That's Not How Everybody Works? --
Matt Kelly can be found on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkTree!
Geekscape can be found on their website and all podcast streaming services.
This episode was recorded live as part of a charity stream for Geekscape.
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Ep 59 -- In Which, we Explore Educating Quirky Kids with Jacqui Byrne of FlexSchool!
This episode, we have the immense privilege to speak with Jacqui Byrne, the founder and CEO of FlexSchool! As the visionary behind FlexSchool, Jacqui designed a place where gifted and twice-exceptional students …
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This episode, we have the immense privilege to speak with Jacqui Byrne, the founder and CEO of FlexSchool! As the visionary behind FlexSchool, Jacqui designed a place where gifted and twice-exceptional students can thrive. Recognizing that far too many neurodiverse students were being overlooked, misunderstood, or even just ignored, Jacqui took on the challenge of creating a space that not only understands these students, but honors them. The end result? FlexSchool -- a pioneering educational model focused on student ownership of learning while welcoming and embracing neurodiverse students and families.
Alongside FlexSchool Jacqui is a clear leader in the educational landscape. She is a speaker and advocate, often presenting to various conferences, school districts, and associations, while emphasizing individual student needs and how one can approach and reframe ineffective thought patterns to the benefit of all neurodiverse learners. Together, we dive deep into what brought Jacqui to this type of work and how parenting neurodiverse children was foundational to FlexSchool's mission. We know that Jacqui's story, wisdom, and experiences will be inspiring and motivational to all who listen! Thank you for sharing your time and expertise with us -- and our listeners! -- Jacqui. It was such a joy and pleasure speaking with you🦄🥳🦄!
-- Your. Kids. Are. Hilarious. --
Jacqui Byrne can be found on LinkedIn while FlexSchool can be found on their website, Instagram, and LinkedIn!
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Ep 58 -- In Which, we Post Up with Dr. Gail Post!
This episode, we have the great joy of speaking with Dr. Gail Post! A clinical psychologist for over 40 years, Dr. Post has a broad and multifaceted professional background. She operates through psychodynamic …
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This episode, we have the great joy of speaking with Dr. Gail Post! A clinical psychologist for over 40 years, Dr. Post has a broad and multifaceted professional background. She operates through psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral approaches, while also understanding the flexibility of supporting the needs of various clients. In this work, Dr. Post became specialized in working with the gifted population -- to the point where she wrote a foundational book on it, The Gifted Parenting Journey! At the same time, Dr. Post is a clinical associate professor at UPenn where she advocates for gifted awareness, understanding, and education.
Together, we dive deep into Dr. Gail Post's experiences and wisdom surrounding the gifted and neurodivergent world. At the same time, it's refreshing to hear Dr. Post discuss the real implications of giftedness -- and the act of raising gifted kids. We loved hearing about the nuances of both teaching and raising gifted individuals. We know that Dr. Post's wisdom, experiences, and perspectives will be inspirational and motivational to all who listen! Thank you for sharing your time and journey with us -- and our listeners!🦄🥳🦄!
-- Trust Yourself. --
Dr. Gail Post can be found at her website, blog, Substack, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn!
Her book can be found here!
Thank you for listening to the NooN Podcast! The NooN Podcast is brought to you by the Neurodiversity Collective, one of the foremost leaders in serving the mental health and social-emotional needs of the neurodivergent community. To learn more, please visit us at The Neurodiversity Collective's website.
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Ep 57 -- In Which, we Learn about Archie Vs. Predator, with Fernando Ruiz!
This episode, we have the immense privilege to speak with Fernando Ruiz! A legendary comic book artist, Fernando also teaches at the Kubert School -- a specialized school focusing on comic book artistry, among …
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This episode, we have the immense privilege to speak with Fernando Ruiz! A legendary comic book artist, Fernando also teaches at the Kubert School -- a specialized school focusing on comic book artistry, among other creative arts. Notably, Fernando has been a prominent artist for the Archie comic series. We loved hearing his story on making Archie Vs. Predator come to life! With how Fernando approaches learning, it is clear that he understands how learning differently can be a positive, even when it may feel like it isn't.
Together, we dive into the uniquities of a school like the Kubert School -- especially for neurodiverse learners and artists. At the core of the conversation, Fernando makes it clear that the connections we all make with fictional characters can lead us to our own greatness. What an inspirational person, artist, mentor, and friend -- and what a lasting impact on culture! We also loved hearing about Fernando's perspective on AI, a refreshing one from a respected figure in the industry. We know that Fernando's wisdom and experiences will help any and all aspiring artists -- and all who may struggle with imposter syndrome. Fernando, thank you for sharing your time with us, you are such a joy and pleasure to know and talk with🦄🥳🦄!
-- Keep Drawing. --
Fernando Ruiz can be found on his website, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube!
The Kubert School can be found here!
Thank you for listening to the NooN Podcast! The NooN Podcast is brought to you by the Neurodiversity Collective, one of the foremost leaders in serving the mental health and social-emotional needs of the neurodivergent community. To learn more, please visit us at The Neurodiversity Collective's website.
If you have any questions, comments, or you'd like to be a guest on the podcast, please email us at [email protected]
If you'd like to learn more, please follow us on social media: Facebook or Instagram.
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Ep 56 -- In Which, we Discuss Unleashing Education with Cassie Olguin and Outschool!
This episode, we have the great joy of speaking with Cassie Olguin! She is both a homeschool mom and the multifaceted Partnerships Specialist as well as the Alternative Education Content & Events Manager at …
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This episode, we have the great joy of speaking with Cassie Olguin! She is both a homeschool mom and the multifaceted Partnerships Specialist as well as the Alternative Education Content & Events Manager at Outschool. In these roles, Cassie champions flexible, student-centered education while prioritizing the individual and their interests alongside their needs. As an advocate, Cassie emphasizes understanding and taking broad perspectives and patience when supporting neurodiverse students and parents. Specifically, Cassie's work in alternative education spaces has been shifting the approach to learning and how individual students engage with their own learning. By making partnerships with universities, other schools, and various educational groups, Cassie has been at the forefront of the 'unbundling' of education that is currently taking place. In the end, Cassie pushes for these types of experiences and resources for neurodiverse and/or 2E learners as a response to the traditional model and its shortcomings.
Together, we dive into Cassie's experiences and what drives her in this work. Cassie shares about her own learning journey, recognizing that she didn't have the support that would have been beneficial -- especially when it comes to things like time management! We loved discussing these reflections with Cassie and how they impacted various adults as well as students, and how that 'performance anxiety' can be detrimental. We know that Cassie's story, wisdom, and experiences will be motivational to all who listen! Cassie, thank you for sharing your journey with us, it was a pleasure speaking with you🦄🥳🦄!
-- Let's Unbundle Education! --
Cassie Olguin can be found on LinkedIn and Instagram.
Outschool can be found on their website, Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram!
Thank you for listening to the NooN Podcast! The NooN Podcast is brought to you by the Neurodiversity Collective, one of the foremost leaders in serving the mental health and social-emotional needs of the neurodivergent community. To learn more, please visit us at The Neurodiversity Collective's website.
If you have any questions, comments, or you'd like to be a guest on the podcast, please email us at [email protected]
If you'd like to learn more, please follow us on social media: Facebook or Instagram.
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