A podcast about traveling the special needs road and discovering the hidden gems and unique finds of a place you didn't think you would be. We share how families are doing amazing things as a result of a diagnosis, and give you a glimpse into the realities of raising children with differing needs.
Christmas is over, and so is Hanukkah. And we may have missed the official date for Festivus, December 23rd, but is there ever really a bad time to air grievances? Of course not. And we have plenty of them. Join us as we share all the things that grind our gears in the special needs world. This is not an episode of solutions, but rather a space to recognize all the things that drive us batty and a place for you to know that we see you from our side of the trench. Happy Festivus!
Origins of Festivus
8 Dec 2025
Favorite Things Round 3
Join us as we explore all of the things giving us life and the things that could make great gifts for the people in your orbit, or yourself! Emphasis on yourself. We cover everything from tools and audiobooks to amazing water bottles, skincare for aging and acne-prone skin, items for dads, items only an autism parent would understand, and some of the people on the internet who do content we love!
Meg's Sanity Helpers:
Roku Remotes
Roku Remotes
Portion Cups
4oz. Portion Cups
Multicharging Cables
Multi-Charge Cables
Spot Carpet Cleaner
Bissell Pet Pro Cleaner
Snag Tool
Snag Nab It Tool
Clothesline
Retractable Clothesline
Tiles
Tile Tracker
Angie's Auditory Love:
Ragey Spotify Playlist
IEP Meeting Rage Playlist
Life Changing Audiobook
The Boy, The Mole, The Fox and The Horse
Meg's Mom's Faves:
Owala
Owala Free Sip
Oil Spritzer
Spritz or Pour Oil Dispenser
Laundry Baskets
Laundry Hamper
Slippers
Slippers
Clover Hooks
Clover Crochet Hooks
Angie Discovered Skincare:
Acne Serum
DRMTLGY 24 Hour Acne Serum
Matte Tinted Moisturizer
DRMTLGY Matte Universal Tinted Moisturizer SPF 46
Peptide Botanical Cleanser
DRMTLGY Essential Cleanser
gOAT Cleanser
DRMTLGY g(OAT) Cleanser
Undereye Concealer
DRMTLGY Luminous Eye Corrector SPF 41
Gold Undereye Patches
Grace & Stella Energizing Eye Masks
Pumpkin Mask
DRMTLGY Pumpkin Enzyme Mask
Night Cream
DRMTLGY Peptide Night Cream
Not Skincare but Stuff Angie Likes
Hippy Deodorant
Little Seed Farm Rosemary Patchouli Deodorant Cream
SipHerbals Coffee Replacement
Sip Herbals Faux Joe
On Cloud 5 Shoes
On Cloud Shoes
Dad's Faves:
Work Lights
LED Work Light
Sketchers
Sketchers Slip-Ins
Mark's Hygiene Things:
Boxer Briefs for over pullups
BAMBOO COOL Boys' Boxer Briefs
Sensory Jumpsuit
Adaptive Clothing for Kids Special Needs Autism Sensory Jumpsuit Anti-Strip Romper with Back Zipper
Lume Products
Lume Full Body Deodorant
Anti-Dandruff Shampoo that doesn't sting your eyes!
Shea Moisture Anti-Dandruff Shampoo Apple Cider Vinegar & Salicylic Acid For Removing Buildup System for a Healthier Scalp
Meg's Kids' Faves:
Clip Goggles
Swim Goggles
Wireless Headphones
Wireless Headphones
Detective Costume
Detective Costume
Metal Detector
Metal Detector
Tile Covers
Tile Tracker Covers
Tile Slim
Slim Tile Tracker
Angie's Sanity Savers:
Farmhouse Metal Filing Cabinet
Farmhouse Metal Filing Cabinet with a Drawer and 4 Adjustable Shelves with Large Barn Door
Blood of my Blood Outlander Prequel
STARZ Outlander Blood of my Blood
Marco Polo
Marco Polo Video Messaging App
Meg's TikTok and Reels:
Shawna the Mom
Shawna the Mom
Purely Chickens
Purely Chickens
Jen Hamilton
Jen Hamilton
Simply Chickens
Simply Chickens
Cheese and Quackers Homestead
Cheese and Quackers Homestead
Dunkin Ducks
Dunkin Ducks
Happy Acres Homestead
Happy Acres Homestead
Rancher Nicki
Rancher Nicki
Lala Sewz
Lala Sewz
One Sweet Day Memory Quilts
One Sweet Day Memory Quilts
Sugar Spun Run
Sugar Spun Run
Sugar Spun Run PB Frosting
Hot Mess Express - Women-Owned Nonprofit - Jen Hamilton referenced
Hot Mess Express
1 Dec 2025
The Doctor is In
After a three year hiatus, Angie and Meg are back, and this time, Angie is in the hot seat. After completing her doctorate, Angie is here to share with us how and why she did it, and what it all means. You'll find out about her research which was dedicated to learning about caregivers who started businesses with and for their children with intellectual and developmental disabilities to provide a pathway to meaningful employment. Truly, her work was an extension of idea behind this podcast. Tune in and find out what she learned about caregivers and herself!
If you'd like to learn about the caregivers she interviewed and the insights gained, here's a copy of her published dissertation. For some orientation to the document, Chapter 1 is the "Why", Chapter 2 is the "What", Chapter 3 is the "How", Chapter 4 is what I found, and Chapter 5 answers the final question, which is what does it all mean?
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Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
18 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
2 ratings
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