Anderson Center for Autism

Dr. Linda Bambara on 1 in 54 (re-run)
2021-03-28 05:30 - 08:00 UTC
Dr. Bambara is a Professor and Program Director of Special Education at Lehigh University.

Dr. Bambara is a Professor and Program Director of Special Education at Lehigh University. Her expertise in developmental disabilities spans over 30 years, and includes research in the areas of social and communication interventions, self-determination and self-management interventions, and positive behavior supports for individuals challenging behaviors. Tune in to learn more about Dr. Bambara and Home and Community Positive Behavior Support Network (HCPBS), a non-profit network support, providing free resources to families and providers interested in using PBS. Visit: www.hcpbs.org

Airing live:
Sunday March 28th 5:30AM on WHUD 100.7FM
Sunday March 28th 6:00AM on WBPM 92.9/96.5
Sunday March 28th 7:30AM on Oldies – WGNY 98.9FM

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Dr. Temple Grandin on 1 in 54 (re-run)
2021-04-04 05:30 - 08:00
April is Autism Awareness Month! To spread awareness, we are re-airing a previous interview with Dr. Temple Grandin from 2019. Tune in!

Temple is a world renowned author and advocate for individuals on the Autism spectrum. She is also currently a professor of animal science at Colorado State University. This interview highlights important topics close to Dr. Grandin’s heart – work placement/opportunities for adults on the autism spectrum as well as teaching younger folks on the spectrum important job skills training.

Airing live:
Sunday April 4th 5:30AM on WHUD 100.7FM
Sunday April 4th 6:00AM on WBPM 92.9/96.5
Sunday April 4th 7:30AM on Oldies – WGNY 98.9FM

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Courtney Burke on 1 in 54
2021-04-11 05:30 - 10:00
Courtney Burke is the Chief Operating and Innovation Officer at the Healthcare Association of New York State (HANYS).

Courtney Burke is the Chief Operating and Innovation Officer at the Healthcare Association of New York State (HANYS). As chief operating and innovation officer, Courtney oversees all of HANYS’ operations and ensures optimal alignment of the Association’s various functions – from healthcare policy and advocacy to quality improvement and data analysis. HANYS is a nonprofit working to ensure that every New Yorker has access to affordable, high-quality care. Tune in to learn more about Courtney, HANYS and how they help those on the spectrum!

Airing live:
Sunday April 11th 5:30AM on WHUD 100.7FM
Sunday April 11th 6:00AM on WBPM 92.9/96.5
Sunday April 11th 7:30AM on Oldies – WGNY 98.9FM

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Janine Kruiswijk on 1 in 54
2021-04-25 05:30 - 08:00
Janine Kruiswijk is the Executive Director of the Autism Society of the Greater Capital Region, she has been with the agency for over ten years!

Janine Kruiswijk is the Executive Director of the Autism Society of the Greater Capital Region, she has been with the agency for over ten years! The ASGCR’s mission is to promote lifelong opportunities for people on the autism spectrum and their families, so they can be fully participating members of their communities. They are community builders… providing referral services, advocacy services, and so much more! Soon, they will be expanding to serve the Hudson Valley region as well. Tune in to learn more! Visit: www.asgcr.org

Airing live:
Sunday April 25th 5:30AM on WHUD 100.7FM
Sunday April 25th 6:00AM on WBPM 92.9/96.5
Sunday April 25th 7:30AM on Oldies – WGNY 98.9FM

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Shoshana Folic on 1 in 54
2021-05-09 05:30 - 08:00
Shoshana is a high school student in southern Florida. She created the Wishing’ U Well organization after seeing the social & mental health effects COVID-19 had on the special needs community.

Shoshana is a high school student in southern Florida. She created the Wishing’ U Well organization after seeing the social & mental health effects COVID-19 had on the special needs community. Wishing’ U Well is a safe space where individuals can practice all aspects of their health from the comfort of their own home. They can potentially create new life skills, valuable lessons, and even make new friends along the way through Wishing’ U Well’s program, Fun With Friends! Tune in to learn more or visit: www.wishinguwell.org

Airing live:
Sunday May 9th 5:30AM on WHUD 100.7FM
Sunday May 9th 6:00AM on WBPM 92.9/96.5
Sunday May 9th 7:30AM on Oldies – WGNY 98.9FM

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Andy Bondy & Lori Frost on 1 in 54
2021-05-16 05:30 - 08:00
Meet the duo who combined their innovative ideas for helping children build functional skills and succeed in the classroom to design educational approaches that have improved lives around the world!

Meet the duo who combined their innovative ideas for helping children build functional skills and succeed in the classroom to design educational approaches that have improved lives around the world! Andy Bondy & Lori Frost are the co-developers of the Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS), as well as the founders of Pyramid Educational Consultants. Their goal is to help individuals with developmental disabilities, autism, and/or communication challenges learn to shape their own lives and participate in the world around them! Tune in to learn more, or visit: www.pecsusa.com

Airing live:
Sunday May 16th 5:30AM on WHUD 100.7FM
Sunday May 16th 6:00AM on WBPM 92.9/96.5
Sunday May 16th 7:30AM on Oldies – WGNY 98.9FM

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John Donvan & Caren Zucker on 1 in 54
2021-05-23 05:30 - 08:00
John & Caren are the co-authors of In a Different Key: The Story of Autism. Their book was recently made into a documentary film and debuted at the Oxford Film Festival!

John & Caren are the co-authors of In a Different Key: The Story of Autism. Their book was recently made into a documentary film and debuted at the Oxford Film Festival! In a Different Key chronicles John & Caren’s search for the first person formally diagnosed with autism to explore whether that patient’s life held relevance for their own loved ones who also were diagnosed with autism. Tune in to learn more, or visit: www.inadifferentkeythemovie.com

Airing live:
Sunday May 23 5:30AM on WHUD 100.7FM
Sunday May 23 6:00AM on WBPM 92.9/96.5
Sunday May 23 7:30AM on Oldies – WGNY 98.9FM

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Gillian Christian, Myrna Alcy, & Crystal Mendez-Covington on 1 in 54
2021-05-30 05:30 - 08:00
Tune in to meet the team from Ability & Beyond Fitness!

Tune in to meet the team from Ability & Beyond Fitness! Gillian Christian PT, DPT, is Ability’s Chief Operating Officer, Myrna Alcy, MOT, OTR/L, is the Chief Financial Officer and Crystal Mendez-Covington MOT, OTR/L, is the Chief Marketing Officer! Ability & Beyond Fitness is a forward-thinking LLC consulting business that addresses disparities that adults with developmental disabilities face. In a unique social and inclusive environment, they provide an individualized fitness plan to specifically address physical fitness concerns among adults 25 and older with developmental disabilities. You can find them on the web at: https://abilitybeyondfitness.com/

Airing live:
Sunday May 30 5:30AM on WHUD 100.7FM
Sunday May 30 6:00AM on WBPM 92.9/96.5
Sunday May 30 7:30AM on Oldies – WGNY 98.9FM

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Nathan Gonyea on 1 in 54
2021-06-13 08:00 - 17:00
Nathan Gonyea, Ph.D. is the Officer in Charge for SUNY Empire State College. Before that, he was the Dean of the School for Graduate Studies at SUNY Empire.

Nathan Gonyea, Ph.D. is the Officer in Charge for SUNY Empire State College. Before that, he was the Dean of the School for Graduate Studies at SUNY Empire, previously serving as Interim Dean and Associate Dean of the School for Graduate Studies. He joins us today to discuss SUNY Empire, and their current partnership with ACA in creating their Center for Autism Inclusivity. The Center provides educational support and conducts research to better serve individuals with autism in the classroom, the workplace, and beyond. Tune in to learn more! www.esc.edu

Airing live:
Sunday June 13 5:30AM on WHUD 100.7FM
Sunday June 13 6:00AM on WBPM 92.9/96.5
Sunday June 13 7:30AM on Oldies – WGNY 98.9FM

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Ben and Susan Levin on 1 in 54
2021-06-20 05:30 - 08:00
Join us today to hear from Ben Levin, and his mother Susan. Ben was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder at age 5.

Join us today to hear from Ben Levin, and his mother Susan. Ben was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder at age 5. He is an avid reader and a published author, he has written over 150 books! Ben discusses a profound change he went through during the COVID-19 Pandemic in 2020. His outlook and message about his status as a person with autism, has become one of self-embrace after many years of feeling “less than” as a result of his diagnosis. Tune in to learn more about Ben!

Airing live:
Sunday June 20 5:30AM on WHUD 100.7FM
Sunday June 20 6:00AM on WBPM 92.9/96.5
Sunday June 20 7:30AM on Oldies – WGNY 98.9FM

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Barbara & Jackie on 1 in 54
2021-06-27 05:30 - 08:00
Tune in to hear from two amazing Anderson moms – Barbara & Jackie. Hear their firsthand experiences about placing a child residentially in our program, how and why they give back to Anderson, and their involvement in our family group, Anderson Family Partners.

Tune in to hear from two amazing Anderson’s moms – Barbara & Jackie. Hear their firsthand experiences about placing a child residentially in our program, how and why they give back to Anderson, and their involvement in our family group, Anderson Family Partners.

Airing live:
Sunday June 27 5:30AM on WHUD 100.7FM
Sunday June 27 6:00AM on WBPM 92.9/96.5
Sunday June 27 7:30AM on Oldies – WGNY 98.9FM

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Jennifer P. on 1 in 54
2021-07-04 05:30 - 08:00
This weekend’s guest is another wonderful Anderson parent – Jennifer!

This weekend’s guest is another wonderful Anderson parent – Jen. Jen has been an ACA parent for three years! Her son is on the autism spectrum, residing on the Anderson campus. Jen is also very engaged in our parent advocacy group, Anderson Family Partners. Tune in to learn more about Jen, her decision to place her child residentially, how she stays engaged and more!

Airing live:
Sunday July 4 5:30AM on WHUD 100.7FM
Sunday July 4 6:00AM on WBPM 92.9/96.5
Sunday July 4 7:30AM on Oldies – WGNY 98.9FM

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Jennifer P. on 1 in 54
2021-07-11 05:30 - 08:00
This weekend’s guest is another wonderful Anderson parent – Jennifer!

This weekend’s guest is another wonderful Anderson parent – Jen. Jen has been an ACA parent for three years! Her son is on the autism spectrum, residing on the Anderson campus. Jen is also very engaged in our parent advocacy group, Anderson Family Partners. Tune in to learn more about Jen, her decision to place her child residentially, how she stays engaged and more!

Airing live:
Sunday July 11 5:30AM on WHUD 100.7FM
Sunday July 11 6:00AM on WBPM 92.9/96.5
Sunday July 11 7:30AM on Oldies – WGNY 98.9FM

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Ed Hussey on 1 in 54
2021-07-25 05:30 - 08:00
Tune in to hear from another wonderful Anderson Center for Autism parent.

Tune in to hear from another wonderful Anderson Center for Autism parent. In this episode, Eliza talks with Ed Hussey. Ed’s son was placed in ACA’s childrens program over 10 years ago, since he has graduated, and is now in our adult program! Learn more about Ed, his family, and his experiences with ACA!

Airing live:
Sunday July 25 5:30AM on WHUD 100.7FM
Sunday July 25 6:00AM on WBPM 92.9/96.5
Sunday July 25 7:30AM on Oldies – WGNY 98.9FM

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Michelle & Connor Wohlfahrt on 1 in 54
2021-08-01 05:30 - 08:00
Michelle & Connor are a mother and son duo, and longtime friends of Anderson Center for Autism.

This weekend’s guests are Michelle & Connor Wohlfahrt! Michlle & Connor are a mother and son duo, and longtime friends of Anderson Center for Autism. In conjunction with Connor being a 2021 Henrik Lundqvist Foundation Young Ambassador (HLFYA) and a player on the Lagrange Gunners soccer team, he came up with a special fundraiser for ACA last spring. Saves For Anderson was Connor’s way of giving back to ACA, through pledges from family, friends, peers, and community members. Tune in to learn more about Michelle & Connor and why they choose to give back to ACA!

Airing live:
Sunday August 1 5:30AM on WHUD 100.7FM
Sunday August 1 6:00AM on WBPM 92.9/96.5
Sunday August 1 7:30AM on Oldies – WGNY 98.9FM

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Apple Podcasts/Spotify Apps, just search 1 in 54!
