Differently Abled is a podcast starring Bernie Williams and Lennell Key. Bernie is an Educator and father of a 14 year old daughter. Bernie also just so happen to be wheelchair bound from a spinal cord injury as a child. Lennell Key is the owner and founder of The Legal Assistance Center USA at http://lac-usa.com he is also the proud father of a 12 year old non-verbal autistic son. Together the team is going to discuss everyday struggles and triumphs dealing with their current situations.
Trinity Jagdeo is the creator and founder of https://www.wecant2wecan.org whose motto is: Advocating for The Special Needs Community One Superhero At a Time! Trinity is an author and activist for the special needs community. her books include special needs super heroes and situations for and about special needs children.
In this episode we also discuss the Special Needs Community representation in Movies, on TV, and in books and who to make these medias more diverse.
13 Jun 2020
Season 2 Episode 5 Nikki Montgomery
Nikki Montgomery is an Author and Scholar but most importantly she is the parent of an autistic child who used to have a trach. She shares her wisdom on raising a disabled child to facing the greater world. This amazing woman also found the time to obtain more degrees than a Fahrenheit thermometer and write numerous books to help other parents and care givers.
We also discuss the little Autistic girl who was unidentified in a Queens, NY police station. Methods and techniques to make sure your child is always identifiable in case of separation.
10 Jun 2020
Season 2 Episode 4 - Surviving a traffic stop
Today we discuss Myka and James Stauffer, youtube stars who adopted a 2 year old autistic child from China, kept him for 2 years , and then sent him back. We also discuss how to survive a traffic stop when your child has a disability and can't follow police commands.
10 Apr 2020
Season 2 Episode 3 - Quarantine 101
In this episode we discuss the stress and pressure that can be caused by the pandemic quarantine and way to alleviate some of that pressure. We mention pandemics of the past and how society coped. We also discuss an episode of House Hunters International on HGTV where a courageous woman doesn't let spina bifida beat or defeat her. Lastly we talk about those nursing home employees in California who didn't show up for work causing dozens of residents to be evacuated.
2 Apr 2020
Home Schooling hints and tips Season 2 Episode 2
Today we have a special guess Rashida Curtis who specializes in working with adult autism and other mental aliments. We also discuss the ins and outs of homeschooling children with special needs, techniques and tips to help parents who may be struggling. We mention improper discipline of a child with autism or other disabilities. How to properly socially interact with your child and others in public, and lastly we discuss getting the most resources possible for your child from their school or program.
19 Mar 2020
Season 2 Episode 1 (THE CORONAVIRUS EPISODE)
In this episode we discuss the school closings and the closing of businesses. We also take a deep dark look at the affects on this virus to our most vulnerable citizens. We examine governmental responses and resources to help combat this pandemic and lastly we provide hints and tips to stay safe during this crisis.
25 Oct 2019
Episode 10
In this our season 1 finally we discuss the injustice of the disabilities transportation tax and how it is decimating the quality of life for autistic and disabled people who want to function normally in today's society. We then switch gears to discuss service animals and their potential impact on the lives and well being of people in our community. Lastly we focus on water proof tactical pants for wheelchair users and how they preserve dignity on rainy days.
11 Oct 2019
Episode 9
In this episode We discuss the openly Autistic State House of Representative candidate Jessica Beham. We also talk about the Autism bill that Trump signed providing billions of dollars for autism research. This episode also discusses VIVA LAS VEGAS shows and as a vacation destination for disabled people. Lastly we discuss issues that affect our communities during this election season.
26 Sept 2019
Episode 8 Gut, Brain, & Immunity Health
In Episode 8 we had an exciting interview with Emily Katzaman Certified Holistic health Coach at Upgrade your life Health Coaching. She discusses the connection between diet, cognitive function, and immunity health. We also discuss Kodi Lee autistic winner of America's Got talent and Greta Thunberg the autistic activist whose currently making a big splash on the world stage.
19 Sept 2019
DA Episode 7
Today we discuss a 7 year old autistic boy who was hand cuffed and put in the back of a police car. We also talk about some parental commandments for raising children with disabilities and for parents who have disabilities. We also discuss transportation the do's and don't's. AND YES KODI LEE WON AMERICA'S GOT TALENT!
12 Sept 2019
Episode 6
Today we discuss 9/11, where we were and how we felt at the time. Next we also provide words of encouragement for parents who are ready to give up and throw in the towel. lastly we discuss being parents through funny situations and stories.
5 Sept 2019
Differently Abled Episode 5
Episode five talks about getting your disabled child ready for the new school year. Bernie talks about life as a trach user the ups and downs the highs and the lows. We then shift the conversation to children with disabilities who have violent tendencies towards themselves and others and what can parents do to help prevent these incidences.
29 Aug 2019
Differently Abled Episode 4
Today we have our first guest appearance. Calvin is an activist for the rights of the physically and mentally disabled. He discusses how to get your child into the least restrictive environment possible, while having schools provide those resources. We also discuss school bullying of both "normal children and children with disabilities. Lastly we discuss the ins and outs of inclusion.
23 Aug 2019
Differently Abled Episode 3
In episode 3 we discuss the Jay-Z/NFL deal in detail. We really get deep into what happens when our special needs children grow up, our fear, and concerns. We also take a look at techniques and methods to develop important life skills.
15 Aug 2019
Differently Abled Episode 2
Today we are talking The NCAA's new Rich Paul rule, Social situations with your autistic children, and Love/marriage when you have a disability or a child with a disability!
8 Aug 2019
Differently Abled Episode 1
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Differently Abled is a podcast starring Bernie Williams and Lennell Key. Bernie is an Educator and father of a 14 year old daughter. Bernie also just so happen to be wheelchair bound from a childhood car accident. Lennell Key is the owner and founder of The Legal Assistance Center USA at http://lac-usa.com he is also the proud father of a 12 year old non-verbal autistic son. Together the team is going to discuss everyday struggles and triumphs dealing with their current situations.
Show one is the introduction to the podcast and a lesson in the ABCs of parenting from both points of views.
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