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Jay Miletsky
Podcast February 2020
Jay is a reformed business author who was inspired by his daughter Bria , to write and publish creative children's picture books! Without ever mentioning any particular challenge or disability by name, his stories help impress upon the reader the importance of showing kindness to those who are different. Tune in to learn more about Jay, and his next publication or visit www.jaymiletsky.com!
Melissa Collins-Porter - Aging Out
Podcast February 2020
Melissa is the parent of a 19 year old young man on the Autism Spectrum. She is also the producer and director of the film 'Aging Out'. As Melissa became concerned about her own son’s future and the futures of thousands of other children with ASD, she knew the best way to bring awareness to this issue would be a documentary film. Aging Out examines the scarcity of options available to people with autism once they are no longer eligible for school district support. Tune in to learn more or visit: www.agingoutmovie.com
Gary Mayerson - Mayerson & Associates
Podcast January 2020
Gary Mayerson founded Mayerson & Associates in 2000, as the first civil rights law firm in the nation dedicated to representing individuals with autism and related developmental disorders. He saw firsthand the need for affected families to have the benefit of high-quality legal representation, Mayerson & Associates has represented more than 1,200 families in over 30 states! Tune in to learn more about Gary, and how his firm is helping those in need!
Led Bradshaw - Jetpulse Comics
Podcast January 2020
Led Bradshaw is a New York-based graphic artist, illustrator, and publisher of Jetpulse Comics. His Flagship title “The New Adventures of Jake Jetpulse” is a comic book adventure story that was inspired by his son Jacob who was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder at the age of four. Tune-in to learn more about Led, Jacob, and Jetpulse Comics! Visit his site at: www.jakejetpulse.com
Sean Ahlquist - University of Michigan
Podcast January 2020
Sean Ahlquist is an associate professor of architecture at the University of Michigan’s Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning. Most recently, he has created a sensory theater experience for children with ASD! Initially, he had sought out solutions to help his daughter with her autism, by learning more about her specific needs. Tune in to hear Sean discuss his research on the design of environments, and how it can relate to children with Autism.
