Beyond 6 Seconds: Neurodiversity stories from neurodivergent people (Carolyn Kiel)

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	28 Jun 2018	Episode 16: Katharine Griffiths - Helping Companies Thrive by Embracing Gender Diversity	00:30:34
Katharine Griffiths is a telecommunications veteran with a passion for gender equality, who is helping companies thrive by embracing gender diversity. She shares what inspired her to build her brand around gender equality, the unique methodology she has developed to drive gender diversity, and how sharing stories and working through conflict can help women and men create lasting change. You can contact Katharine on her website at www.katharinegriffiths.com, via email at katharinegriffiths@outlook.com or Twitter @KathyAGriffiths and read her articles on LinkedIn.
	01 Oct 2018	Episode 30: Carin Rockind – Empowering women to reclaim their happiness & uncover their purpose	00:45:43
Carin Rockind is a leading happiness expert, motivational speaker, and the creator of PurposeGirl, a movement to empower purpose-driven living. She has taught thousands of people real-life strategies to reclaim their happiness and live to their fullest potential of success and well-being. On October 18th, she is launching the first annual Women's Global Happiness Day (www.womenshappy.com) in over 50 cities worldwide, which will raise awareness of the women’s depression epidemic and bring women together to learn empowering tools for finding joy and happiness. In this episode, Carin describes how she struggled within her seemingly picture-perfect life & career, how it took being robbed at gunpoint to start living her true life purpose, and how she has overcome fear, rejection and heartbreaking loss along the way. She also shares some powerful techniques for uncovering your life’s purpose, and describes how the clients she’s coached have transformed their lives. Visit www.PurposeGirl.com and download your free Living on Purpose Guide to help you begin to uncover your purpose. You can also connect with Carin on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.
	13 Nov 2023	Neurodivergent personal trainer & weightlifting champion Bayley Garnham	00:31:47
Bayley Garnham is a personal trainer from Auckland, New Zealand. As a teenager, Bayley spent 7 years competing in Olympic Weightlifting at a national level. He has a Bachelor’s degree in Sport and Recreation, with a major in Sport and Exercise Science. Bayley was diagnosed with dyspraxia and dysgraphia at the age of 12, and he’s passionate about promoting the benefits that physical activity brings for neurodivergent people. During this episode, you will hear Bayley talk about: Discovering that he had dyspraxia and dysgraphia at the age of 12 How he developed his passion for personal training and weightlifting, after struggling with team sports as a child His approach to successfully training his clients – especially teenagers (and neurodivergent teenagers) The life benefits he has seen from going to the gym His experience competing in Olympic Weightlifting To hear more about Bayley and his work, you can read his feature article in Dystinct Magazine or email him at bayleygarnham at gmail.com. Watch the video of this interview on YouTube. Read the episode transcript. Follow the Beyond 6 Seconds podcast in your favorite podcast player. Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes. Support or sponsor this podcast at BuyMeACoffee.com/Beyond6Seconds! Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations.
	27 Jun 2022	Neurodiversity and inclusion in tech – with Jennifer Opal	00:36:29
Jennifer Opal is a DevOps Engineer with the HelloSign Team at Dropbox, a multi-award winning neurodiversity & inclusion advocate, blogger & keynote speaker. She also has dyslexia, dyspraxia and ADHD. Jennifer has worked with clients such as Bloomberg, Google and HackAJob, providing insight on being a neurodivergent queer Black woman engineer in tech, in the hopes of educating & inspiring others. During this episode, you will hear Jennifer talk about: How she got diagnosed with dyslexia, dyspraxia and ADHD as a university student What inspired her to get into coding and tech as a career The challenges she’s faced as a neurodivergent employee, and as the only Black person at one of her first tech jobs The importance of inclusive work environments How she shares her story and tech career journey to educate and inspire others To find out more about Jennifer and her work, you can follow her on LinkedIn, Twitter, and TikTok. You can also find her on JenniferOpal.com. This episode features a promo for All About Change hosted by Jay Ruderman. All About Change is a podcast about people who have leveraged the hardship they faced to better the lives of others. For your dose of hope and inspiration, check out All About Change on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts. Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes! Click here for the episode transcript. Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations.
	21 Sep 2020	Episode 111: Passion has no expiration date – with Grandmapreneur Connie Inukai	00:36:27
Is it ever too late to find and follow your passion? According to Connie Inukai, passion has no expiration date. At age 72, she calls herself a "Grandmapreneur.” After retiring from her teaching career at the University of Maryland and Johns Hopkins University, Connie invented a product called Tip ‘n Split, a handheld device with magnifier, light, tip calculator, and bill splitter. Her book, "How I Got My Product on QVC, The Today Show, The View, and More...in Retirement" has helped inventors get publicity for their inventions. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she has used the time in lockdown to chronicle her life story for her grandchildren, and now helps others write their stories through her latest project, "Write Your Selfie." During this episode, you will hear Connie talk about: The story behind the creation of the Tip 'n Split How she learned about inventing, and the challenges she faced with manufacturing How she got on QVC’s radar before she even had a prototype of the Tip ‘n Split Her family connection to a major historical event, and how she discovered she wasn't the only inventor in the family Why she believes that everyone should be able to tell their story To find out more about Connie and her work, you can check out her website Grandmapreneurinventor.com and the websites for Tip ‘n Split and Write Your Selfie. Follow her on Instagram at @grandmapreneurinventor and she will follow you back! You can also request a free PDF of Connie’s book by visiting the Write Your Selfie website and clicking the Contact menu. Be sure to mention that you are a Beyond 6 Seconds listener! We're also on YouTube! Click here to watch the video of this interview. *Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter* for all the latest news and updates about my podcast! Click here for the episode transcript.
	21 Feb 2022	Phenomenally Autistic – with Ayanna Davis	00:19:58
Ayanna Davis, also known as phenomenallyautistic on social media, is an autism advocate who was born & raised in Westchester County, New York. Along with being autistic, she has survived over 300 seizures, is living with chronic illnesses and has 3 autoimmune diseases. She is passionate about spreading her messages of self love, joy, equality, diversity, inclusion, and autism awareness & acceptance through the arts. She is also a children’s book illustrator, designer, former choreographer, and lover of all performing arts. During this episode, you will hear Ayanna talk about: How her love of the arts helped her while growing up as a Black girl with undiagnosed autism Her work as a children’s book illustrator and a choreographer The challenges Black women face when trying to get an autism diagnosis Living with chronic illnesses during the pandemic Her goals for her art and advocacy To find out more about her work, you can find Ayanna at @phenomenallyautistic on Instagram and TikTok and check out her coloring book, We Are Magical. Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes! Click here for the episode transcript. Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not represent those of my employer or other organizations.
	25 Feb 2019	Episode 49: Esther Hofknecht Curtis – The #GuestBloggerProject and the power of sharing your words with the world	00:32:45
Esther Hofknecht Curtis is a blogger, writer, and content creator who established Parrot Content + Copy to develop her freelance business. She is also the creator of the #GuestBloggerProject, which she hosted in May and October 2018 to provide a platform for writers to share their stories and understand how the project impacts organic social media reach and SEO for the project's host. Based on her experience, she has written a short e-book called “Boost Your Blog with the #GuestBloggerProject: A proven plan to improve your blog's visibility, SEO, and following” to give people the tools they need to host their own #GuestBloggerProject. On this episode, Esther talks about what she learned from the #GuestBloggerProject, some of the inspirational and surprising stories that people have shared, and how blogging is a unique opportunity to learn more about the people around us. She also shares how this project can help both the host and the guest bloggers increase their online reach and amplify their voices. Connect with Esther on LinkedIn, learn more about the #GuestBloggerProject, and pick up a copy of Esther’s e-book on Amazon!
	13 Apr 2020	Episode 97: How Email Marketing Elevates Women in Business -- with Toni Coleman Brown	00:51:13
Toni Coleman Brown is an author, small business strategist and online marketing expert, with a focus on email lead generation and sales conversion. She is the founder of the Network for Women in Business, an online educational platform that teaches female entrepreneurs her signature small business success program, as well as the host and creator of two popular live events: The Small Business Bootcamp for Women and the Online Marketing Mastermind Live. On this episode, you will hear Toni talk about: How she taught herself internet marketing with a hands-on approach, which included creating lead capture pages and running Google Ads The value of communicating with your customers regularly through email Why she created a business bootcamp focused on helping women succeed with their online marketing How she has found balance between her corporate job and her side businesses Her perspective as a solo entrepreneur You can find Toni at thenetworkforwomeninbusiness.com and tonicolemanbrown.com. You can also find her on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Pinterest as well! Click here to read the full episode transcript. Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for all the latest news and updates about my podcast!
	01 Feb 2021	Episode 121: Don’t believe everything you think – with Elaine Montilla	00:31:10
Elaine Montilla is an accomplished senior executive who has been an IT leader in higher education for two decades. As an immigrant, Latina, lesbian woman, Elaine has overcome many challenges to build her successful IT career. She is currently Chief Information Officer and Assistant Vice President for Information Technology at The City University of New York (CUNY) Graduate Center, a Forbes Technology Council member and contributor, and an AMA Women’s Leadership Center presenter. Elaine is also a TEDx speaker and the founder of 5xminority.com, a company and social media brand dedicated to empowering women and minorities, especially in tech, with a mission to demonstrate how businesses can be powerful platforms for social change. During this episode, you will hear Elaine talk about: What inspired her to start 5xminority.com Her story of moving from the Dominican Republic to New York and discovering her interest in IT while attending college, where she learned English and programming language at the same time How her first job working in a restaurant kickstarted her IT career The obstacles she overcome to build a successful IT career in the US as an immigrant, female, Latina, lesbian human being… and how she battled imposter syndrome while advancing in her career Why you can’t believe everything you think, and how challenging your own thoughts is critical to overcoming imposter syndrome and unconscious bias How important it is for your career development to "be comfortable being uncomfortable” and have difficult conversations Why it is important for leaders to admit their mistakes and to be vulnerable Learn more about Elaine and her work at 5xminority.com and on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Watch Elaine’s TEDx talk: The Value of Mentoring Women and Minorities in Tech Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for all the latest news and updates about my podcast! Click here for the episode transcript.
	02 Sep 2024	Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) - with Patti Kasper	00:39:26
CW: Mentions of suicide and experiences with the criminal justice system as it relates to FASD. Patti Kasper is a Neurobehavioral Coach and Trainer who provides staff development training and coaching services to support people affected by Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD). With over thirty years of experience in the fields of addiction, mental health, and child welfare, Patti draws on her personal experience with FASD, her degrees in social work and psychology, and her training as a Certified Facilitator of FASCETS Neurobehavioral Model. Patti hosts a weekly podcast called Living with FASD. The second edition of her book, “Sip by Sip: Candid Conversations with People Diagnosed as Adults with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD),” was recently released with additional interviews and updated research. During this episode, Patti talks about: ● What FASD is, and why it’s more common than most people realize ● How she discovered in her 50s that she has FASD ● Some of the struggles that people with FASD may experience ● How she supports families and individuals impacted by FASD Find links to Patti’s website, book, podcast and more. Watch the video of this interview on YouTube. Read the episode transcript. Follow the Beyond 6 Seconds podcast in your favorite podcast player. Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes. Support or sponsor this podcast at BuyMeACoffee.com/Beyond6Seconds! Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations. These episodes are for informational purposes only and do not substitute for professional medical advice. Consult a medical professional or healthcare provider if you are seeking medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.
	21 May 2018	Episode 11: Sara Holoubek - Open Innovation at Luminary Labs	00:29:05
This episode features Sara Holoubek, the CEO and founder of Luminary Labs, a consultancy that develops strategies and innovation systems to help Fortune 500, government, and nonprofit organizations thrive in the face of change. Sara discusses Luminary Labs’ groundbreaking work in open innovation, which brings together, guides and incents people and organizations to solve the “thorny problems that matter” in society, such as stemming chronic disease, closing the skills gap, rethinking the future of work, and using data to make smart cities safer. Sara writes and speaks extensively on the intersection of technology, innovation, and humanity. She has been recognized by LinkedIn as a 2017 Top Voice in Technology, Mashable as a female founder to watch, SmartCEO magazine as a 2017 New York Brava award winner, and PepsiCo WIN for her contributions to women in technology. Sara holds a B.A. from the University of Iowa and an M.B.A. from HEC in France. You can learn more about Luminary Labs at www.luminary-labs.com, where you can also sign up for their weekly Lab Report newsletter, and follow Luminary Labs on Twitter @luminarylabs. Additionally, practitioners of open innovation can participate in Luminary Labs’ Open Innovation Survey by emailing editor@luminary-labs.com.
	30 May 2022	Ticcing My Way Through Life – with Britney Wolf	00:39:59
Britney Wolf is a passionate Tourette Syndrome advocate who is trying to beat the stigmas surrounding the disorder. Through social media, speaking events and more, she takes every opportunity to let the Tourette Syndrome community know that they aren’t alone and teach those outside of the community what the disorder is actually like to live with. During this episode, you will hear Britney talk about: Her experience growing up with Tourette's How she became an advocate for Tourette Syndrome during her school years, and then on social media How she responds to people online who accuse her of faking her Tourette’s Some of the biggest stereotypes about Tourette Syndrome Her experience with OCD and anxiety What inspired her to write her new book, “Ticcing My Way Through Life” For more information about Britney and her work, you can find her on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok and learn about her new book, Ticcing My Way Through Life. Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes! Click here for the episode transcript. Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations.
	27 May 2019	Episode 62: Mike Lemme -- A comedy tour of European conference rooms	00:28:35
At the end of 2018, New York City stand-up comedian Mike Lemme traveled to London, Paris and Rome to perform in some unusual venues – conference rooms that he rented in local office buildings – while documenting his experience on YouTube. On this podcast, Mike describes his adventures from his European conference room comedy tour (including his encounters with drunk people, newlyweds, protests & riots, and an “overexposed” Couchsurfing host). He also shares how these gigs gave him the confidence and clout to get opportunities to headline comedy shows in larger clubs, grow his fan base, and finally take action to achieve his long-held dream of performing at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, the biggest arts festival in the world. Learn more about Mike and his comedy shows on his website www.mikelemme.com, via email at mike@mikelemme.com, on Instagram @mikelemme and on his Eventbrite page, and watch his YouTube documentary of his conference room tour called “Something New." Mike’s full bio: Mike Lemme is an internationally touring stand-up comedian, writer and producer best known for his work at the UNDER St. Marks Theater in New York’s East Village. Mike wrote and produced 2018’s 50th & 4th, a play loosely inspired by his first roommates in the city, a married couple he found on Craigslist. The play followed Mike’s 2016 15-night-residency at the same theater, which he turned into his first stand-up film called Help Wanted. A former intern for Jimmy Fallon and Conan O’Brien, Mike has also warmed-up studio audiences for Who Wants To Be A Millionaire and wrote for Second City: This Week. Late last year, Mike decided to work on new material by traveling to London, Paris and Rome, where he performed in conference rooms that he rented. He’s documented his experience on YouTube.
	10 Feb 2025	Chinese New Year, filmmaking and autism acceptance with Beatrice Leong	00:42:27
Content warning: Death of a pet, mentions of institutionalization and electroconvulsive treatment Beatrice Leong is a Malaysian entrepreneur and documentary filmmaker. After a lifetime of mental health challenges and misdiagnoses, she was diagnosed as autistic at the age of 35, bringing clarity to her lifelong struggles. Beatrice founded AIDA (Autism Inclusiveness Direct Action Group), an autistic-led advocacy group based in Asia that promotes inclusion and self-representation of the autistic community. She actively participates in shaping policies to improve the lives of autistic individuals. During this episode, you will hear Beatrice talk about: Filming a short commercial for Chinese New Year based on her struggles growing up as an autistic girl, and how girls and women from all backgrounds related to her story What her life was like before she was diagnosed with autism Struggling to find accurate information and support resources for autistic women in Malaysia, and how this inspired her advocacy work and activism The power of bravely sharing your own story – and how she’s sharing her candid personal story in her feature film, The Myth of Monsters Follow Beatrice on Instagram and check out her films: RHB CHINESE NEW YEAR 2024: ACCEPTANCE (an autism awareness-themed commercial commissioned by RHB Banking Group) The Myth of Monsters (Beatrice’s feature film under development) Watch the video of this interview on YouTube. Read the episode transcript. Follow the Beyond 6 Seconds podcast in your favorite podcast player. Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes. Support or sponsor this podcast at BuyMeACoffee.com/Beyond6Seconds! Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations. These episodes are for informational purposes only and do not substitute for professional medical advice. Consult a medical professional or healthcare provider if you are seeking medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.
	29 Oct 2018	Episode 34: Jake Melton – Minimalism, Simplicity and “Cutting the Crap”	00:31:02
Jake Melton is a keynote speaker, author and change expert who focuses on minimalism and simplicity. As the Founder of the J.B. Melton Group, LLC., he helps organizations streamline, improve people processes, find peace, reduce stress, increase organizational effectiveness, and embrace change in a demanding workforce. He also helps people minimalize their lives and find greater purpose and fulfillment in their businesses, families, teams, etc. by simplifying and "cutting the crap." In this episode, Jake shares how several difficult experiences at work started him on a mission to build healthy effective workplaces, what inspired him to write his book called “Minimalize to Maximize Your Happiness: Cut the Crap“ and about his experience as a public speaker with Tourette syndrome. Connect with Jake on LinkedIn and let him know that you heard him on the Beyond 6 Seconds podcast! You can also contact Jake at his website www.jakebmelton.com, on Instagram @jakemeltonb and on Facebook.
	30 Sep 2019	Episode 80: Marsha Guerrier – Women on the Rise NY	00:33:25
Marsha Guerrier is a bestselling author, speaker, trainer, business analyst and coach, and CEO of Women on the Rise NY, Inc., a small business consulting agency. Marsha also has a full-time career in Financial Technology spanning over 20 years working for Fortune 500 and startup firms, working in areas of Quality Assurance, Business Analysis and Product Management. On this episode, Marsha shares how Women on the Rise NY provides women who work full time jobs with the community and resources to build their own businesses. She talks about how her coaching helps women entrepreneurs develop strategies that improve their Mindset, Money, Marketing and Media – and how they can increase their revenue by applying structure and organization to their businesses. Join Marsha at the 6th Annual Women on the Rise Forum & Expo (October 18-19, 2019 in New York City) for: A mastermind day full of hands-on training for entrepreneurs, including revenue planning and email automation Panel discussions on Mindset, Money, Marketing and Media A “kidpreneur” workshop where mothers and daughters can learn basic steps of entrepreneurship Learn more about Women on the Rise on the web at www.womenontheriseny.com , on Instagram @womenontherisenetwork , Twitter @wotrnetwork , or Facebook at womenontherisenetwork . Marsha’s full bio: Marsha Guerrier is a bestselling author, speaker, trainer, business analyst and coach, and CEO of Women on the Rise NY, Inc. a small business consulting agency. Marsha has a full-time career in the Financial Technology spanning over 20 years working for Fortune 500 and startup firms, working in areas of Quality Assurance, Business Analysis and Product Management. Marsha is also the Founder and Executive Director of the Yva Jourdan Foundation, Inc. a non-profit organization dedicated to helping families with children with special needs and women entrepreneurs. Marsha holds a Bachelors of Science in Business, Management and Economics. Through Women on the Rise NY, Inc. she provides 1 on 1 coaching and a business mastermind group, as well as an annual Forum & Expo. She is available for panel discussions and workshops on Business Success Startup, Your Business and Your Brand and Developing a CEO Mindset. Published Books: - Life Balance for the Women on the Rise - Business Success Strategies for Women on the Rise - Soaring Beyond the 9 to 5 for Women on the Rise (10/2019)
	25 Jul 2022	Filmmaking about the dyslexic and ADHD experience – with Mads Johan Ogaard	00:37:47
Mads Johan Øgaard is an award-winning artist, filmmaker and public speaker. He is known for his animated short films about being a neurodivergent child: the multi-award-winning “I AM DYSLEXIC” (based on his own school experiences) and “WITH THE UNIVERSE IN MY SUITCASE” (based on the experiences of people with ADHD who worked on the film with him). During this episode, you will hear Mads talk about: Receiving his dyslexia and dyscalculia diagnoses as a child How drawing helped him focus and learn in school, where he had to advocate for his own learning needs What led him to create his film “I AM DYSLEXIC” while at university, and the international impact it has had since he released it Why he was asked to make a film about ADHD Watch Mads’ films: “I AM DYSLEXIC” and “WITH THE UNIVERSE IN MY SUITCASE” (about ADHD) Get Mads’ book: “Hacking the Code: The Ziggety Zaggety Road of a Dyslexic Kid” Find Mads through his website www.madsjohanogaard.com and follow him on Instagram and TikTok. Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes! Click here for the episode transcript. Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations.
	02 Apr 2018	Episode 6: Yvonne Connolly - Ageism in the Job Search	00:33:45
In this episode, Yvonne Connolly shares her experience with ageism in her job search: what it looks like, the impact of ageism, and advice for dealing with age discrimination as a job seeker. She also talks about her #100DaysofHelp social media campaign to connect job seekers to employment opportunities, resources and support. Yvonne shares what she is looking for in her next role, and we discuss the importance of mentoring, company culture, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. If you would like to contact Yvonne, you can reach her on her cell phone at (215) 272-0324 or via email at Yvonne.Connolly@gmail.com .
	15 Apr 2024	Autistic burnout and career change – with Shayonee Dasgupta	00:50:40
Content note: This episode mentions thoughts about suicide and self harm. Shayonee Dasgupta is a Mumbai-based freelance writer and editor who initially pursued a career in law, working with corporate law firms in India. She found out she's autistic and has ADHD in her 30s, prompting a transformative journey of self-discovery and learning to navigate life anew. During this episode, you will hear Shayonee talk about: What it was like growing up before her diagnosis How the challenges she faced working as a lawyer led to her burnout The struggle she faced to get the right mental healthcare and support after her burnout How she received her autism and ADHD diagnosis Her decision to start a new career as a freelance writer Handling expectations from both her extended family and Indian society How she defines success in her own way To find out more about Shayonee and her work, you can connect with her on LinkedIn. Watch the video of this interview on YouTube. Read the episode transcript. Follow the Beyond 6 Seconds podcast in your favorite podcast player. Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes. Support or sponsor this podcast at BuyMeACoffee.com/Beyond6Seconds! Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations.
	06 Aug 2018	Episode 22: Katarina Garcia – Designing athleisure apparel for Katsey women	00:27:36
This episode features Katarina Garcia, a fashion designer & competitive tennis player who combined those passions to launch Katsey, her new athleisure apparel line for women ages 40 and older. Katarina discusses how she navigated the challenges leading up to her clothing line’s launch, and how she used LinkedIn to build business relationships with executives and venture capitalists, which ultimately led to a deal with the new fashion division of Amazon. She also shares her plans to use Katsey to support a much bigger dream that’s very close to her heart: preventing domestic violence through youth education. Learn more about Katarina on LinkedIn and follow Katsey on Instagram at bekatsey and Twitter @BeKatsey.
	16 Mar 2020	Episode 95: How Hira Ali helps empower women around the world	00:40:12
Hira Ali is the CEO of Advancing Your Potential, Managing Director of International Women Empowerment Events, Founding Director of Career Excel, and Co-Founder of The Grey Area. Her leadership and coaching articles have been published in The Huff Post, Thrive Global, Women @ Forbes, Ellevate Network, Entrepreneur, and many more. In her new book, “Her Way to the Top: A Guide to Smashing the Glass Ceiling”, Hira highlights the roadblocks impeding a woman’s climb to the top, irrespective of her culture and geography. She is passionate about empowering women and ethnic minorities and is a strong advocate of diversity and inclusion in the workplace. During this episode, you will hear Hira talk about: Why she started creating female empowerment events while working in HR in Pakistan The survey she conducted to understand the challenges that women and ethnic minorities face globally – and her advice for combating these challenges How she was able to restart her business and build her reputation online after moving from Dubai to London How she makes authentic connections with the influencers she admires – many of whom have reviewed her book and shared her blog posts You can find out more about Hira on her website, www.AdvancingYourPotential.com, and connect with her on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Her book “Her Way to the Top" is available for purchase in print and as an ebook. *Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter* for all the latest news and updates about my podcast!
	09 Sep 2019	Episode 77: Michelle Tillis Lederman – The Connector’s Advantage	00:35:15
Michelle Tillis Lederman, one of Forbes’ Top 25 Networking Experts, is the author of four books including the #1 new release, The Connector’s Advantage. She is also the CEO of Executive Essentials, which provides customized communications and leadership programs for Fortune 500, non-profit, university and government clients. She is well known for helping people connect, work better together and advance their individual impact. On this episode, Michelle shares her career journey and valuable advice about networking, including: How she found her calling for coaching, communications and training while working in finance How she embraced opportunities to practice what she loved on the job, before taking the plunge into entrepreneurship Her experience as the only woman on the trading floor and global venture capital team The six types of relationships you need for a successful career and life How she evolved her work from a practice to a business The importance of having a clear “ask” when you’re networking and building relationships Tips for introverted networkers – and why they are often some of the best networkers out there! Connect with Michelle at her website www.michelletillislederman.com and learn more about her latest book, The Connector’s Advantage – including some book bonuses, a BOGO offer (Buy One Gift One), and free gifts from Michelle for Beyond 6 Seconds listeners! You can also find Michelle on social media on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram. Michelle’s full bio: Michelle Tillis Lederman, CSP, PCC is known for her energetic, engaging, and authentic presentations. An expert on workplace communications and relationships, Michelle's mission is to help people work better together and advance their individual impact. She is an accomplished speaker, trainer, coach, and author of four books including the #1 new release The Connectors Advantage and the internationally recognized, The 11 Laws of Likability. Michelle, named one of Forbes Top 25 Networking Experts, is a connection creator and CEO of Executive Essentials, which provides customized communications and leadership programs for fortune 500, non-profit, university and government clients. Her clients include JPMorgan, J&J, Deutsche Bank, Michigan State University, MetLife, Sony, Ernst & Young, the Department of Environmental Protection, and Madison Square Garden. Passionate about education, Michelle served as an Adjunct Professor at NYU, on the faculty of the American Management Association, Lehigh Executive Education, and Rutgers Executive Education. A former finance executive and NYU Professor, Michelle is a regular in the media appearing on CBS, NBC, Fox, NPR, CNBC, the NY Times, the Wall Street Journal, Working Mother, US News & World Report, MSNBC, Forbes and USA Today among many others. Michelle spent a decade in finance with positions in audit, M&A, financial consulting, VC, and hedge fund investing. She received her BS from Lehigh University, her MBA from Columbia Business School, and her coaching certification from iPec and holds the PCC certification from the International Coaching Federation. Michelle earned the Certified Speaking Professional designation for the National Speakers Association. Executive Essentials is a certified Women Business Enterprise.
	27 Jan 2025	Adin Boyer - American Idol, autism and anti-bullying advocacy	00:44:02
Diagnosed with autism at age 2, Adin Boyer grew up struggling with being bullied, making friends and accepting himself. He finally began to flourish while attending a performing arts middle and high school, when he faced less bullying and leaned into his musical talent and training in classical piano, choir, opera and music theory. Adin gained widespread international notoriety as a contestant on season 21 of American Idol, where he advanced to the top 55. Now Adin performs locally and on tour, with solo and full-band indie rock performances, and speaks to audiences about autism acceptance, neurodiversity affirmation and anti-bullying advocacy. During this episode, Adin talks about: His multi-year struggle to accept himself after being told about his autism diagnosis at age 12 Being bullied and misunderstood in elementary school, and how attending a performing arts middle and high school helped his personal growth and friendships Getting involved in music at a very young age and how his biggest musical inspiration (Coldplay) shaped his songwriting Being cast for American Idol and how his unique experience on the show influenced him as a performer and advocate The system he developed to manage his energy and routine when he is on tour How his anti-bullying talks resonate with kids across the United States (Note: During this episode we use person-first language like "has autism" and “on the spectrum” when discussing Adin’s experience, because this is how Adin prefers to describe himself.) Learn more about Adin, his music and his autism advocacy on his website AdinBoyer.com, on Instagram @adinboyer, on his BandsInTown profile for his upcoming shows performances, and by email: adinboyer [at] gmail.com. Watch the video of this interview on YouTube. Read the episode transcript. Follow the Beyond 6 Seconds podcast in your favorite podcast player. Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes. Support or sponsor this podcast at BuyMeACoffee.com/Beyond6Seconds! Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations. These episodes are for informational purposes only and do not substitute for professional medical advice. Consult a medical professional or healthcare provider if you are seeking medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.
	02 May 2022	Autistics Unmasked and the BIPOC autistic experience – with Ky Kennedy	00:33:55
This podcast was recorded live at the Intersectional Infinity Summit on 3/30/2022. Ky Kennedy is a mother, lactation consultant, author and autism advocate. After seeing a need for an autistic founded and ran organization, Ky and their sister founded Autistics Unmasked (AU). Now Ky and the rest of the team at AU are well on their way to providing educational resources to schools, employers and family members of autistic people across the nation. During this session, we discuss: Ky’s experiences as an undiagnosed autistic child and their self-diagnosis in adulthood Why Ky and their sister founded AU to support BIPOC and queer autistic people Some of the challenges that autistic BIPOC face in society, and how AU is addressing these challenges through educational curriculums for first responders and schools The exciting work AU is doing now and planning for the future! Learn more about Autistics Unmasked at www.AutisticsUnmasked.org. Learn more about the Intersectional Infinity Summit on Twitter @NINE_On_Can. Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes! Click here for the episode transcript. Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations.
	24 Jun 2019	Episode 66: Amir Bormand – "What if" doesn’t work here	00:34:03
Amir Bormand is the Co-founder of Elevano, a candidate-centric technical recruitment company. On this episode, Amir and I talk about how he quit his job to start Elevano right when he got married, and how his wife’s support and belief in his abilities were critical to the success of his business. Most of our conversation, however, focuses on the aftermath of a near death experience that Amir had at the age of 17. This experience had a lasting impact on Amir’s life, as he struggled for many years to deal with the trauma and the meaning of being alive against the odds. He explains how both his wife and a therapist helped him let go of the trauma and shift his mindset away from thinking “what if.” Then, through a strange coincidence, he shares how his trauma and recovery prepared him to support his wife through her own crisis. You can find out more about Amir at www.elevano.com and find him on LinkedIn, Twitter and via email at ABormand@elevano.com.
	20 Feb 2023	Tourette’s advocacy on TikTok – with Monica Nguyen	00:20:44
Note: This episode contains occasional swearing (coprolalia). Monica Nguyen is a 20-year-old disability advocate who lives in Sydney, Australia. Monica began sharing her experiences online after facing a lot of discrimination from people who don’t understand her Tourette Syndrome. Her goal is to inspire, educate and empower. During this episode, you will hear Monica talk about: What her life has been like with Tourette’s, as someone living in Australia who is part of a Vietnamese family The discrimination she’s faced in public because of her tics and coprolalia, including a confrontation at a train station that compelled her to start sharing her life experiences with Tourette’s online The positive community she has built on TikTok by creating videos about her life with Tourette’s The goals she has for her advocacy Follow Monica on TikTok @meowmons and Instagram @ticswithmon. This episode features a promo from the Psychocinematic podcast, which discusses the representation of disability and mental health conditions in film and TV. Listen to Psychocinematic at PsychocinematicPodcast.com or on your favorite podcast app. Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes! Support this podcast at BuyMeACoffee.com/Beyond6Seconds and get a shout-out on a future episode! Read the episode transcript. Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations.
	10 Jul 2023	Dyscalculia education and advocacy – with Elena Chambers	00:21:47
Elena Chambers is a disability advocate, writer, poet and photographer. On her blog, Dyscalculia Community, she writes about disability in a social context, societal-level ableism, and her personal experience of growing up with a learning disability. She also posts on social media about issues pertaining to disability justice, inclusion, and awareness. She currently works as a special education paraprofessional in the Ann Arbor Public Schools and will begin a Master’s in Social Work at the University of Michigan in September 2023. During this episode, you will hear Elena talk about: How she got diagnosed with dyscalculia at the age of 18 What dyscalculia was like for her as a child, and how it affects her now as an adult What led her to pursue a career in special education What inspired her to start blogging and sharing her experience with dyscalculia on social media To find out more about Elena and her work, you can follow her Dyscalculia Community blog, on Instagram @elenachambers.advocacy and on TikTok @elenachambers_. Watch the video of this interview on YouTube. Read the episode transcript. Follow the Beyond 6 Seconds podcast in your favorite podcast player! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes! Support this podcast at BuyMeACoffee.com/Beyond6Seconds and get a shout-out on a future episode! Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations.
	21 Dec 2020	Episode 118: Podcasting, creativity and storytelling in 2020 – with Laura Joyce Davis	00:42:59
On the Beyond 6 Seconds end of year episode for 2020, host Carolyn Kiel talks with fellow podcaster Laura Joyce Davis, the host of the Shelter in Place podcast. We discuss our experiences podcasting in 2020: how it has helped us cope with the challenges and isolation of this year, inspired our creativity, and allowed us to make connections and share powerful stories. Plus, we discover our mutual background in a cappella singing, and how it impacts the way we podcast! Listen to Laura’s podcast, Shelter in Place, at shelterinplacepodcast.info. Learn more about the things we reference during this episode: Goodnight America (song by Miko Marks) Podcast conferences: She Podcasts Live Conference and Werk It Festival The MetropoliTones (Carolyn’s a cappella singing group) Laura’s solo song from her a cappella group (Tangled Up in Blue) that was included in the Best of College A Cappella 2002 collection. Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for all the latest news and updates about my podcast! Click here for the episode transcript.
	11 May 2020	Episode 100: An entrepreneurial approach to philanthropy by Harris Rosen	00:46:02
Harris Rosen is the President & Chief Operating Officer of Rosen Hotels & Resorts. He is Florida's largest independent hotelier, having built a portfolio of eight hotels in Orlando, with close to 7,000 guestrooms, over the course of 45 years. He is also a philanthropist who has created and funded initiatives to support local Orlando communities, including a program to provide free preschool and college scholarships to the youth of Tangelo Park, and a similar initiative in the downtown Orlando Parramore district. He has been honored with the Coretta Scott King A.N.G.E.L. Award for his impact on Tangelo Park, and he believes that the successes of these local initiatives provide a template for uplifting America, one community at a time. Also joining us today is Chuck Dziuban, Director of the Research Initiative for Teaching Effectiveness at the University of Central Florida, who works with Harris on the Tangelo Park project. During this episode, you will hear Harris and Chuck talk about: Harris’s first hotel job as a young boy, and the chance meeting with two famous celebrities that made him decide he wanted to pursue a career in hospitality How Harris grew his career by pursuing opportunities all around the country and even internationally, including managing a property in Mexico and working for Disney in their hotel division The story behind Harris’ purchase of his first hotel property The ingenious way that Harris secured business for his hotel during the oil crisis of the mid-1970s How Harris began his philanthropy with the Tangelo Park project Why Harris and Chuck believe that expanding this program to other communities would have a powerful impact on American society Find out more about the Tangelo Park Program here, and more about The Harris Rosen Foundation here. *Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter* for all the latest news and updates about my podcast!
	26 Nov 2018	Episode 38: Cyd Alper-Sedgwick – Feng Shui for healing homes and businesses	00:29:35
Cyd Alper-Sedgwick is a Feng Shui Master based in Cincinnati Ohio, with clients throughout the US and Europe. She has a passion for healing buildings, and consequently, the people in the buildings. A second generation Feng Shui Practitioner, she also brings her expertise as an Interior Designer into her consultations. On this episode, Cyd shares how she learned to practice Feng Shui from her mother at an early age, why she transitioned her practice from a hobby to a career, and how she makes people’s homes flow with positive energy and clears out negative energy. She also shares how Feng Shui can guide people in purchasing their homes, furnishing their houses, cultivating positive energy in their businesses, and clearing blockages within their hearts and minds. Learn more about Cyd’s work at www.harmonicprosperity.com or by leaving her a voicemail message with your name and phone number at (513) 315-6193.
	23 Jan 2023	ADHD and the Black neurodivergent community – with Rickey Z	00:26:35
Rickey Z is a Pre-K Special Education teacher who started her podcast management business in 2020. She is a co-host on Woe Nelly Media's "Geekin' Out" and is in partnership with ADHD + Black, an up-and-coming organization whose mission is to provide support and resources for the Black neurodivergent community. Rickey Z was diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 30 while in the process of coming to terms with untreated depression and anxiety. During this episode, you will hear Rickey Z talk about: How she discovered that had ADHD at the age of 30 What it was like growing up as a Black girl with undiagnosed ADHD Why she thinks boys are identified as neurodivergent at younger ages than girls are How realizing she has ADHD impacts how she views and manages her depression and anxiety Managing her life as a special education teacher, mother and owner of a podcast management business How her partnership with ADHD + Black creates resources to support Black neurodivergent people You can find out more about Rickey Z and her work on: Instagram: @rickeyz_social and @adhdandblack TikTok: @rickey_z Twitter: @RickeyZ_Social and @ADHDandBlack Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes! Support this podcast at BuyMeACoffee.com/Beyond6Seconds and get a shout-out on a future episode! Read the episode transcript. Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations.
	16 May 2022	Fabulously Tourette – with Peter Zhao	00:43:35
Content warning: Mentions of racism/racist language, suicidal thoughts and auditory hallucinations Peter Zhao grew up in Nanjing China and then in Bayside Queens, New York. Now he lives in Long Island, New York, works in Healthcare, and is a husband and father of two sons. Peter has Tourette Syndrome, ADHD and OCD, and recently got his bipolar diagnosis. He started to advocate for Tourette’s after he fought back against bullies in 7th grade and continues to advocate for Tourette Syndrome awareness and mental health every day. During this episode, you will hear Peter talk about: The different cultural expectations he faced in China and the US regarding his tics and mental health How he finally received his bipolar diagnosis as an adult His experience with managing his tics and mental health, both with and without medication His journey of becoming an advocate for Tourette Syndrome and mental health, starting from 7th grade into adulthood Connect with Peter on social media: IG: @fabulously_tourette TikTok: @fabulouslytourette Twitter: @FabulouslyTour1 Facebook: FabulouslyTourette Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes! Click here for the episode transcript. Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations.
	06 Mar 2023	A nonspeaking autistic writer’s advocacy – with Ben Breaux	00:12:35
How do you get an education when you cannot speak, and the school system does not understand your abilities or support your needs? This was the experience of Ben Breaux, a 22-year-old nonspeaking autistic man with epilepsy who uses a letterboard and a text-to-speech app on his iPad to communicate. Ben is an aspiring journalist who feels it is very important that non-, minimal- and unreliably speaking autistic people have equal rights, opportunities, and voices in society. He writes and advocates on these topics and more on his public Facebook Page, for numerous autism advocacy groups worldwide, and on advocacy boards and committees in his home state of Virginia and nationally. During this episode, Ben discusses: What life was like before he learned how to communicate using a letterboard The struggles he faced to earn his education The advocacy work he does for nonspeaking autistic people with two nonprofit organizations, NeuroClastic and CommunicationFIRST What inspired him to start sharing his writing online His advice for parents of nonspeaking children, and for nonspeaking people themselves Read Ben’s writing on his Facebook page, Instagram and on the Neuroclastic website, and follow Ben on TikTok. Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes! Support this podcast at BuyMeACoffee.com/Beyond6Seconds and get a shout-out on a future episode! Read the episode transcript. Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations.
	23 Apr 2018	Episode 8: Barbara Monahan - From Corporate to Cleric	00:27:06
What if you knew your true calling from an early age, but you were forbidden to pursue it? This was the situation that Barbara Monahan faced for most of her life, until a year of illness and loss fueled her to finally fulfill her life's purpose. On this podcast, Barbara shares her journey from Corporate to Cleric: how she made the transition from a long career in the corporate world to fulfill her true calling as a minister, spiritual director, author and coach. You can contact Barbara on LinkedIn and learn more about her book “Tattitude: Don't over think me” on Amazon.
	28 Jan 2019	Episode 45: Rhodes Perry – Cultivating workplace cultures of belonging	00:35:14
Rhodes Perry helps business leaders, change agents, and visionaries at all levels cultivate workplace cultures of belonging through his leadership & management consulting firm. He is an award-winning social entrepreneur, best-selling author, and sought-after speaker. He is also a nationally recognized LGBTQ thought leader with two decades of government and nonprofit experience, having worked at the White House, PFLAG National, and the City of New York. In this episode, Rhodes shares what inspired him to pursue a career in diversity, equity and inclusion, his own personal diversity story, and how his book “Belonging At Work” empowers people to take action that will help them create inclusive cultures at their workplaces. For more information on Rhodes Perry Consulting, LLC, please visit www.rhodesperry.com Connect with Rhodes on social media: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, Google+ Buy Rhodes' book “Belonging At Work” on Amazon February 2019: Join Rhodes’ 30 Day Belonging Challenge Listen to Rhodes’ podcast, The Out Entrepreneur Rhodes’ full bio: Rhodes Perry, MPA, believes in the power of authenticity at work. He puts this belief into practice by helping business leaders, change agents, and visionaries at all levels cultivate workplace cultures of belonging through his leadership & management consulting firm. He is an award winning social entrepreneur, best-selling author, and sought-after speaker. He is a nationally recognized LGBTQ thought leader with two decades of government and nonprofit experience having worked at the White House, PFLAG National, and the City of New York. Media outlets like The Wall Street Journal, The Associated Press, and The Huffington Post have featured his powerful work as a diversity, equity, and inclusion subject matter expert. Rhodes also hosts a weekly podcast, The Out Entrepreneur, which has empowered over 35,000 LGBTQ and ally entrepreneurs to pursue their professional passions and build the businesses of their dreams. Rhodes earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Gender Studies from the University of Notre Dame, and a Master of Public Administration from New York University. He spends his free time bicycling world-wide, hanging out with his family in Portland, Oregon, and serves on the Portland Human Rights Commission, the Portland Area Business Association’s Board, and the National Diversity Board for Studies Weekly.
	04 Feb 2019	Episode 46: Samantha Harris – Thriving after cancer and living Your Healthiest Healthy	00:33:21
Samantha Harris is an Emmy-winning entertainment journalist and TV host. Most of you may know Samantha from her eight seasons as the co-host of the hit show, Dancing with the Stars, or her many years as one of the hosts of Entertainment Tonight. In this podcast, Samantha shares her breast cancer story, which began when she trusted her instinct about a lump that she was told was “nothing.” Out of the emotional turmoil of her diagnosis, Samantha and her husband founded the online community Gotta Make Lemonade to help inspire positivity in the face of adversity. She continued to turn her cancer “lemon” into “lemonade” by writing her new book, “Your Healthiest Healthy: 8 Easy Ways to Take Control, Help Prevent & Fight Cancer, and Live a Longer, Cleaner, Happier Life,” which debuted as an Amazon bestseller. With research-backed advice, “Your Healthiest Healthy” is a guidebook to identifying and removing toxins from all parts of your life, as well as boosting positivity to support your well-being. Learn about Samantha’s book, “Your Healthiest Healthy” at www.samantha-harris.com/yhh Book Samantha as a speaker at www.samantha-harris.com Read the stories on Gotta Make Lemonade at www.gottamakelemonade.com (You can also submit your own story here!) Follow Samantha on Instagram @SamanthaHarrisTV for a daily dose of positivity.
	08 Apr 2019	Episode 55: Jacqueline Jasionowski - Shift Awake into conscious-based leadership	00:32:40
Jacqueline Jasionowski left her 18+ year career in the corporate automotive world to start her own business, Shift Awake, which is dedicated to working with leaders to create purpose-driven environments and game-changing results. Jacqueline believes consciousness is innovation. Leveraging her expertise in leadership coaching, customer experience and human resources, she intends to flip the way most organizations view the human experience and challenges leaders to focus on purpose, while using conscious building tools to improve employee wellbeing first. On this episode, Jacqueline discusses what led her to make the leap from corporate to entrepreneurship, what it means to be a conscious-based leader, and how purpose-driven employees and corporate cultures impact customer experience and the bottom line. She also shares how she faces her biggest challenge as a new entrepreneur – managing and prioritizing her days – through her morning routine and the “Top 5” tool that she learned from her coach. Special offer for Beyond 6 Seconds listeners: If you are facing a challenge in your business and you just need someone to talk through it with, Jacqueline invites you to contact her at jacqueline@shiftawake.com to set up a time to talk. We all need a helping hand or someone to listen, and she would be honored to be that person to support you through a call. For more information about Jacqueline and her work at Shift Awake, please visit: Website: www.shiftawake.com Facebook: Shift Awake Group Instagram: @shiftawake Connect with Jacqueline on LinkedIn Listen to Shift Awake: The Podcast on Anchor, Spotify, or iTunes
	25 Jun 2018	Episode 15: Conrad Agderian - At Conrad’s Concessions, Your Parties Are His Business	00:34:58
Conrad Agderian is the Founder and Owner of Conrad’s Concessions, a party equipment rental business in Bergenfield NJ. In this episode, he shares how he evolved his company from a side-hustle for “beer money” into a successful full-time business, why he left the 9-to-5 corporate working world behind to become an entrepreneur, and what he’s learned about providing excellent customer service and responding positively to negative feedback. You can contact Conrad at (201) 214-2125 or www.conradsconcessions.com, where you can also listen to his podcast, Victory Loves Company.
	10 Apr 2023	Intersections of Autistic, Asian American and Jewish Identities – with Ben VanHook	00:37:19
Ben VanHook is an autistic master’s degree student studying public policy at George Mason University, with the hopes of reforming employment and education policy to make them more inclusive for neurodivergent individuals. Ben's passion for creating a more inclusive world stems from his own experiences as an autistic Jewish Asian American adoptee and has led to him speaking and presenting to employers, professors, researchers and self-advocates in the United States and abroad. During this episode, you will hear Ben talk about: How he learned he was autistic while he was in high school The challenges he faced coming from China to the United States as an adoptee His insights about the intersections of his identities as an autistic, Jewish, Asian American adoptee How posting on LinkedIn led him to become a neurodiversity advocate and public speaker on the intersections of autism, race and religion His role in a TV documentary about intersectionality between race and autism His thoughts on supporting neurodivergent employees in the workplace and in their careers What are the main goals for his advocacy To learn more about Ben and his advocacy: Follow him on LinkedIn Watch the PBS documentary episode that featured him: “A World of Difference: Embracing Neurodiversity - Neurodivergence and People of Color” See his United Nations presentation about Autistic perspectives on Policy and Advocacy for 2023 World Autism Awareness Day Listener shout-outs! A big THANK YOU to Elaine A. and Dan G. for supporting this podcast on BuyMeACoffee.com! Support this podcast at BuyMeACoffee.com/Beyond6Seconds and get a shout-out on a future episode! Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes! Read the episode transcript. Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations.
	29 Jul 2019	Episode 71: Matt LeBris – Legacy over currency	00:42:40
After graduating college, Matt LeBris spent three years working with Daymond John of ABC’s Shark Tank. Now Matt is the founder of 1B Branding (a branding agency in NY City), the host of the Decoding Success Podcast, and speaks in front of audiences across the U.S. – all of which propel him closer to his goal of positively impacting the lives of one billion individuals. On this episode, Matt shares the successes and challenges that he’s faced in his life, including: How he turned a 5 minute conversation with Daymond John into a job offer His earliest entrepreneurial venture at age 12, when he opened a “restaurant” selling his parents’ groceries on the corner in Queens – until his parents found out about it His struggles in school – getting kicked out of two high schools and failing out of college, but eventually graduating college with honors after 7 years Losing his athletic dream (and all his college scholarships) during his senior year of high school Turning his “18th birthday party” into a revenue-generating opportunity How he discovered the concept of legacy over currency, and why it changed the focus of his life You can find out more about Matt at his website www.MattLeBris.com and connect with him on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn. You can also learn about 1B Branding at www.1Bbranding.com and listen to the Decoding Success Podcast at www.MattLeBris.com/podcast.
	19 Aug 2024	Celebrating Neurodiversity, Beauty, and Belonging - Art Heals All Wounds podcast	00:23:17
In this episode, I'm sharing an interview from the podcast Art Heals All Wounds, where host Pam Uzzell talks with her daughter Allegra about Celebrating Neurodiversity, Beauty, and Belonging. I also added a short intro to this episode where I share some thoughts on belonging and how I've been looking for and finding community. Check out the Art Heals All Wounds podcast for other stories about how art is a catalyst for healing and change. Read the episode transcript. Follow the Beyond 6 Seconds podcast in your favorite podcast player. Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes. Support or sponsor this podcast at BuyMeACoffee.com/Beyond6Seconds! Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations. These episodes are for informational purposes only and do not substitute for professional medical advice. Consult a medical professional or healthcare provider if you are seeking medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.
	15 Feb 2021	Episode 122: I am not a unicorn: a Black man's experiences in America -- with Kevin M. Yates	00:39:03
Kevin M. Yates is a learning & development leader with a career spanning 20+ years, a sought-after expert in the field of learning measurement, a global public speaker and e-book author... and as a Black man living and working in the U.S., he sometimes feels he is mistakenly seen as a "unicorn." On this episode, Kevin talks about what he means by “unicorn” and how it relates to his experiences as a Black man living and working in the United States. He speaks candidly about the impact of race in his professional and personal life. We also talk about how the racial and social justice movements of 2020 have further inspired Kevin to live in authenticity by being transparent about his whole self and experiences, because as he puts it, “living in duality is too much work.” Find out more about Kevin on his website, on Facebook, on Instagram, on Twitter, on LinkedIn, and on YouTube. Get your free copy of Kevin’s e-book, “L&D Detective Kit for Solving Impact Mysteries©” Listen to my previous Beyond 6 Seconds interview with Kevin (episode 61) about how he created his dream career after a layoff. Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for all the latest news and updates about my podcast! Click here for the episode transcript.
	26 Aug 2019	Episode 75: Rachel Werner – Consulting, Motherhood and Entrepreneurship	00:30:55
After working for years in the corporate, nonprofit, and public sectors, Rachel Werner founded RBW Strategy, her women-owned consulting firm based in the Washington, DC Metro area. She’s an expert in the full lifecycle of grants activities, and currently provides fundraising, project management and strategic planning support to nonprofit, public sector and for-profit clients. She is also an award-winning business owner who was recently recognized as a SCORE Client of the Year! On this episode, Rachel shares: Why she transitioned from working at a Big 4 management consulting company after having her first child How her experience prepared her to become an entrepreneur, build her client base, and differentiate her business What it was like starting her business while pregnant with her second child The preconceived notions she had to overcome about having a home-based business How she defined her work/life boundaries as an entrepreneur, and found support from other entrepreneurial mothers through an accelerator called Her Corner Her experiences pitching and working with her clients Her advice for new entrepreneurs You can find out more about Rachel at her website www.rbwstrategy.com, on LinkedIn or by emailing rachel@rbwstrategy.com . Rachel’s full bio: Rachel Werner, Owner and CEO of RBW Strategy, a women-owned consulting firm located in the Washington, DC Metro area. She has over 16 years of experience in the corporate, nonprofit, and public sectors. Due to her experience as a project manager, grant seeker and grant manager, she has expertise in the full lifecycle of grants activities, and currently provides fundraising, project management and strategic planning support to nonprofit, public sector and for-profit clients. Since the beginning of her career, she has helped to garner over $32 million in grants and contracts and has managed over $2 billion in grant funding. She graduated from Vassar College with a Bachelor of Arts and received a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from New York University’s Wagner School of Public Service. She has also obtained a Certificate in Grants Management (2012), is a certified Project Management Professional (since 2014), and is a Certified Grants Professional (since 2010). She is actively involved in the Grant Professionals Association and regularly conducts in-person and online trainings, most notably at the Grant Professionals Association Annual Conference, the National Grants Management Association Annual Conference, CharityHowTo, Candid, Center for Nonprofit Advancement and Catalogue for Philanthropy.
	07 Jun 2021	Episode 130: Making social impact through business -- with Kuda Biza	00:36:04
Kuda Biza is a serial entrepreneur who started his first company when he was 9 years old in Zimbabwe. Over the course of 10 years he has successfully launched 6 businesses. Currently, he is the co-founder & CMO of Nunbelievable, a socially-conscious baked goods company that donates meals for every box of cookies sold. He is also the co-founder of #ThisIsMyEra, a personal development brand, and Signables, a sports collectibles brand. Kuda also founded the Amani Hope Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization with a mission to empower underprivileged children by providing scholarships. During this episode, you will hear Kuda talk about: How a desire for an ice cream as a child led him to fall in love with entrepreneurship How he picks the focus areas for his businesses Why it’s important for entrepreneurs to make mistakes they can learn from and take conscious risks every day How his non-profit organization aligns with the goals of his socially conscious businesses Learn more about Kuda at his website www.SPEARMethod.com and follow him on Instagram @kudabiza. Special offer: Use the code BEYOND6SECONDS to get 20% off your cookie purchase at nunbelievable.com! For every box of cookies you purchase, Nunbelievable will donate a meal to someone in need. Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for all the latest news and updates about my podcast! Click here for the episode transcript.
	14 Nov 2022	Tourette Syndrome representation in film - with Jack RH O'Sullivan	00:30:21
Jack RH O'Sullivan is an award-winning independent filmmaker and film director based in London. He is autistic, has Tourette Syndrome and OCD. He has directed ten short films including “Tourettes & I”, a coming-of-age drama about his own experiences with Tourette’s. With this film, he intends to raise awareness about Tourette Syndrome, so others don't have to go through the tough childhood of bullying and misinformation he went through. During this episode, you will hear Jack talk about: His late diagnosis of Tourette’s, autism, and OCD and how that affected his early life in school The negative and misleading depictions of Tourette’s in the media, and the authentic representation that “Tourettes & I” brings to the big screen Casting an actor with Tourette's in the film's lead role How the UK charity Tourettes Action supported the film The film's impact on audiences and at film festivals Learn more about “Tourettes & I” and Jack’s other films on Movie Making Media's website, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Watch "Tourettes & I" for free starting on New Year’s Day 2023 at DarkSkyTV.com. Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes! Support this podcast at BuyMeACoffee.com/Beyond6Seconds and get a shout-out on a future episode! Read the episode transcript. Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations.
	09 Jul 2018	Episode 18: Lizy Dastin – Art and Seeking within the world of street art	00:42:28
Lizy Dastin is the owner and founder of Art and Seeking, a platform that bridges the gap between the mainstream art world to the unorthodox world of street art. Lizy shares how her idea for Art and Seeking came about during a low point in her life, why her business evolved its services from art-focused walking tours into a free digital archive of street art for the public and managerial support for artists, and what her craziest experiences have been while interviewing street artists. Learn more about Lizy on the Art and Seeking website and Instagram, her podcast “Art Attack with Lizy Dastin and Justin Bua” or by emailing her at lizy@artandseeking.com.
	17 Oct 2022	An autistic Christian experience – with Miya Sae	00:33:33
Miya Sae is an autistic Christian, blogger, and aspiring author. Through her writing, she strives to help bridge the neglected gap between autism and Christianity, while bringing hope and encouragement to other misunderstood neurodivergent Christians like herself. During this episode, you will hear Miya talk about: What her life was like before her autism diagnosis How her views of her own autism and her relationship with God changed over time The initial conflict she felt between her faith and her secular special interests, and how she feels about her special interests today The advice that she has for other neurodivergent people who are struggling with their faith You can find more about Miya and read her writing at MiyaSae.com, and follow her on Instagram and Twitter. Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes! Support this podcast at BuyMeACoffee.com/Beyond6Seconds and get a shout-out on a future episode! Read the episode transcript. Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations.
	02 Sep 2019	Episode 76: Jenny Watzka – Building a profitable consulting firm while traveling full time	00:30:15
Jenny Watzka worked at a Big 4 consulting firm for three years before ditching her 9 to 5 (or in her case, 9 am to 10 pm) after the sudden death of her father. Surrounded by doubters and naysayers, she successfully built her own profitable consulting firm while traveling full time. Jenny helps business owners around the world ditch the daily overwhelm and grow their companies through automated workflows, internal system development, effective leadership and communication training. You can reach Jenny by email at hello@jennywatzka.com.
	09 Jan 2023	Disability representation in media – with Jeremy Andrew Davis	00:48:05
Jeremy Andrew Davis is a screenwriter, film director, and consultant for disability representation in media. He describes himself as multi-disabled with several neurodivergencies as well as chronic illnesses. As a recognized name in disability, he became one of 12 LinkedIn Top Voices of Disability Advocacy of 2022. Jeremy is also a social media influencer with more than 100 million video views across his career, including a TikTok channel that grew to almost 300,000 followers after only six months. During this episode, you will hear Jeremy talk about: How he discovered his neurodivergencies later in life The types of stories he has been telling through his filmmaking, starting from a young age His processes for writing characters – and how he writes diverse casts of characters outside of his own identities and lived experiences What’s required to make media that’s authentically representative of people with disabilities (it’s more than just hiring a disability consultant!) His thoughts on the representation of autistic people on TV, like Love on the Spectrum and Extraordinary Attorney Woo – and what media he feels is getting autistic representation right What led him to start his TikTok account, and how the content he creates there is different from his other writing and filmmaking Find out more about Jeremy and his work on his website and TikTok. Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes! Support this podcast at BuyMeACoffee.com/Beyond6Seconds and get a shout-out on a future episode! Read the episode transcript. Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations.
	11 Jun 2018	Episode 13: Deborah Davis - Changing Public Perception of Disability through PUSHLivingPhotos.com	00:29:13
Deborah Davis is the Founder and Owner of PUSHLivingPhotos.com, a company that aims to increase photos and imagery of people with disabilities in the tourism, leisure and lifestyle mediums. She is also an accomplished speaker, trainer and consultant on the topic of Positive Disability Inclusion. In this episode, Deborah shares what sets her company apart from other stock image providers, how she helps empower people with disabilities through photo modeling and income-earning opportunities, and how she aims to change the public’s perception of disabilities and #ElevateDisability. Check out www.pushlivingphotos.com for authentic disability inclusive images and custom photography services, or contact Deborah at Deborah.Davis@pushliving.com or (866) 269-8335.
	07 Sep 2020	Episode 110: Incarceration, re-entry and resilience – with activist and podcaster Bea Spadacini	00:40:28
Bea Spadacini is an activist and writer whose goal is to promote peace and justice by elevating conversations about issues that are often underrepresented in the mainstream media. Originally from Italy, she has lived in the United States for over twenty years and has traveled to Africa and Asia as part of her communications work with humanitarian organizations. Currently she is the Executive Producer and Co-Host of the One in Four Podcast, which focuses on the re-entry process of people who have experienced incarceration. On this episode, you will hear Bea talk about: How her work with Amnesty International made her aware of the issues of mass incarceration and police force against people of color in the U.S., particularly against Black and Latino men – and how it led her to create the One in Four Podcast to highlight the many issues facing formerly incarcerated people who are re-entering society The stories of resilience, humanity and community support that she shares on the One in Four Podcast -- and the importance of sharing these stories now The challenges of running, funding and marketing an independent podcast Learn more about the One in Four Podcast at www.oneinfourpodcast.com, on Twitter @Bea_Spadacini and @oneinfourpodcast or by emailing podcastoneinfour at gmail.com. You can also support the One in Four Podcast by making a donation or leaving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. *Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter* for all the latest news and updates about my podcast! Click here for the episode transcript.
	28 Jun 2021	Episode 132: Care More. Be Better -- with Corinna Bellizzi	00:35:38
Corinna Bellizzi is a natural products industry executive and social benefit entrepreneur. In her professional life as the head of marketing and sales for her clients, she champions social benefit programs to enhance brand development and company impact. In January 2021 she launched her show, “Care More. Be Better: A Social Impact + Sustainability Podcast” to amplify the efforts of inspired individuals and conscious companies. Through Care More. Be Better, she shares their stories in an effort to show us all that one person with one idea can have a big impact. No subject is off limits -- as she covers topics from refugee relief to payday lending and everything in-between. During this episode, you will hear Corinna talk about: How she wanted to create an impact on the world with her podcast The “Calls to Action” she includes for her listeners on her podcast How important it is to donate time and skills to organizations Why it is important to connect with others, even if they are far away How her podcast helped her stay connected during the pandemic Her future plans for her podcast as the world begins to open back up To find out more about Corinna and her podcast, visit www.caremorebebetter.com or her social media links: Clubhouse Twitter Facebook Instagram LinkedIn YouTube Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for all the latest news and updates about my podcast! Click here for the episode transcript.
	18 Apr 2022	Autism, photography and the beauty of everyday things – with Joseph Hill	00:34:21
Photographer Joseph Hill is known as the “unofficial mayor” of Southern Pines, North Carolina. He’s currently the exclusive photographer for the Southern Pines Welcome Center, where many of his pictures are available for purchase as postcards. His work has been featured in PineStraw Magazine and on the front page of The Pilot newspaper. Joseph also has autism, and he's on a mission to spread positivity and encourage other entrepreneurs like himself. (Note: I'm using person-first language like "has autism" for Joseph at his request.) During this episode, you will hear Joseph talk about: What it was like growing up with autism How his parents and family friend have helped him develop his passion and career as a photographer How he finds and captures the beauty of everyday things in his photography The photograph that helped kickstart his photography career His mission to spread positivity and encouragement For more information about Joseph and his photography, you can find him on his official website, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes! Click here for the episode transcript. Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations.
	28 Nov 2022	Leaning into your ADHD strengths – with Dr. Lola Day	00:43:10
Dr. Lola Day is a multi-passionate busy mother of 3, a pediatric cardiologist, podcaster and ADHD trained life coach and productivity strategist for women. She is also the CEO and Founder of LollieTasking, a coaching and consulting firm that teaches high achieving, easily distracted professional women how to accomplish their goals without overwhelm or their brain sabotaging their efforts. During this episode, Lola talks about: How she learned she had ADHD while in medical school How she compensated for the challenges and leveraged the strengths of her ADHD, even before getting her diagnosis The systems she put in place – the processes, people, structures and more -- that helped her succeed How she became an ADHD trained life coach to help people lean into their interests and build their own systems for success Why coaching that works for neurotypical people may not work for people with ADHD – and what techniques people with ADHD may want to try instead Find out more about Lola on her podcast, LollieTasking with ADHD, on Instagram @lollietasker, and by email at hello at lollietasking.com. Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes! Support this podcast at BuyMeACoffee.com/Beyond6Seconds and get a shout-out on a future episode! Read the episode transcript. Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations.
	08 Aug 2022	Becoming a young autistic advocate – with Quincy Hansen	00:39:42
Quincy Hansen is a young autistic activist, writer, public speaker and college student from Colorado. He is the author of the new book “Shake It Up! How to be Young, Autistic, and Make an Impact” and writes a blog at SpeakingOfAutism.com. During this episode, you will hear Quincy talk about: Being known as the “bad kid” in school whose struggles were seen as behavior problems -- until he found the right educational environment where he could thrive How connecting with other autistic people online inspired him to blog about his experiences and helped build his self-confidence How his blog grew in popularity after one of his early posts went viral: “How do I get an autistic person to X?” – You’re asking the wrong question. How his blog led to other advocacy opportunities, including writing his new book, “Shake It Up!” The importance of practicing self-care so that you can sustain your advocacy His advice for advocates and content creators You can find Quincy’s writing on his blog, SpeakingOfAutism.com, and follow him on Facebook and Instagram. For a limited time, Beyond 6 Seconds listeners in the US can save 20% off the purchase price of Quincy’s book! Go to jkp.com, add “Shake It Up!” to your cart, and enter the discount code Hansen20 at checkout to get 20% off the book. This discount code is valid until August 31, 2022, for listeners with shipping addresses in the US only. You can also enter to win a copy of “Shake It Up!” Check out my August 9, 2022 Twitter post at @Beyond6S to find out how. Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes! Support this podcast at BuyMeACoffee.com/Beyond6Seconds and get a shout-out on a future episode! Read the episode transcript. Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations.
	19 Oct 2020	Episode 113: Micro-acts of mentorship for women -- with Rebekah Bastian	00:25:36
Rebekah Bastian is the CEO & Co-founder of OwnTrail, an online platform that connects, mentors and empowers women as they share their personal and professional journeys and experiences. Previously, Rebekah was Vice President of Product and Vice President of Community and Culture at Zillow. She is the author of the book “Blaze Your Own Trail,” a contributor to Forbes and a frequent speaker on social impact, career navigation and corporate diversity. During this episode, you will hear Rebekah talk about: How she grew her career at Zillow, and how her experiences there helped inspire her to write her book and create OwnTrail Why so many women are still not getting the mentoring support they need, and how OwnTrail helps address this problem by providing access to "micro-acts of mentorship" that women may not otherwise receive How OwnTrail is different from other online networking sites Why it’s important for women to share both their personal and professional journeys with each other Find out more about OwnTrail at www.owntrail.com and on social media: @owntrail on Instagram, @OwnTrail on Twitter, @BlazeYourOwnTrail on Facebook and OwnTrail on LinkedIn. Learn more about Rebekah at @rebekah.bastian on Instagram, @rebekah_bastian on Twitter, and Rebekah Bastian on LinkedIn. Rebekah and Carolyn have published their own OwnTrails! See what they look like here and here. Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! *Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter* for all the latest news and updates about my podcast! Click here for the episode transcript.
	01 Apr 2019	Episode 54: Kevin Patrick Allen – Life, loss and What Comes Next	00:28:53
Kevin Patrick Allen has been a reporter from sea to shining sea, telling stories of ordinary people facing extraordinary challenges. Now, he’s produced a documentary called “What Comes Next” that examines what happens when you lose a dream, lose a loved one, or even lose your freedom. The project was an opportunity to go beyond the skipping-stone nature of today’s journalism into a deeper exploration of the human condition. In this podcast, Kevin takes us behind-the-scenes into the stories he featured in his documentary: Chad, an X-Games champion, who suffered a terrible crash. Beverly and Linda, whose triumph and tragedy intersected after the suicide of a teenager. Joe and Reggie, who languished on death row. We discuss how these stories share a common struggle, how different people find a meaningful future after experiencing tremendous loss, and what we can learn from their journeys. Watch “What Comes Next” on Amazon Prime and follow Kevin on Twitter @kpatrickallen.
	14 May 2018	Episode 10: Lauren Magura - Diverse Hiring in Film & TV with Cinematcher	00:20:07
Lauren Magura is the founder of Cinematcher, a matchmaking app that enables diverse talent to hire and get hired for film, TV and digital projects instantly and globally. In this episode, Lauren shares how she got the inspiration to create Cinematcher, her skills that help her succeed as an entrepreneur, and how she is growing and diversifying Cinematcher's reach and impact. You can contact Lauren at Lauren.Magura@cinematcher.com, visit www.cinematcher.com to download the iOS app and sign up for their newsletter, and follow Cinematcher on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
	03 Apr 2023	Inclusive education – with Jordyn Zimmerman, nonspeaking autistic advocate	00:37:15
Jordyn Zimmerman earned her bachelor's degree in Education Policy from Ohio University and her Masters of Education at Boston College. As a nonspeaking autistic student who was denied access to effective augmentative communication until she was 18, Jordyn has personal experience challenging the educational status quo. Her experience is featured in the 2021 documentary, “This Is Not About Me.” Technology helped open Jordyn's world, and she began advocating for students. She has keynoted and presented at conferences around the world, is on the board of CommunicationFIRST, works as Director of Professional Development at The Nora Project, and has been featured by prominent media outlets. Recently, Jordyn was appointed to serve on the President's Committee for People with Intellectual Disabilities. Jordyn is passionate and determined to make a difference in the world of education — making sure every student can access effective communication and exercise their right to a truly inclusive education. During this episode, Jordyn shares: What life was like before she could communicate by typing – and how it changed when she finally got access to effective communication technology at the age of 18 The poor treatment and substandard education she received in school, from people who denied her access to communication technology and refused to recognize her intelligence – and how her experiences fuel her advocacy for inclusive education What was it like going to college away from home – and why she started a college cheerleading team that includes disabled and nondisabled students Her advocacy with the nonprofit organization CommunicationFIRST for people with communication disabilities How she got the opportunity to be featured in the documentary “This Is Not About Me” Her advice for nonspeakers and their allies To find out more about Jordyn and her work, visit her website at JordynZimmerman.com and connect with her on Twitter and LinkedIn. Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes! Support this podcast at BuyMeACoffee.com/Beyond6Seconds and get a shout-out on a future episode! Read the episode transcript. Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations.
	10 Sep 2018	Episode 27: Adrienne Garland -- Supporting women business owners with She Leads Media	00:28:15
Adrienne Garland is the founder and CEO of She Leads Media, a boutique marketing consultancy and conference production company serving women-led businesses. She also runs the She Leads Annual Conference, which brings together new and experienced women entrepreneurs to share business tools, resources and advice that help level the playing field for women-led businesses. In this episode, Adrienne describes the resources that women entrepreneurs need to build and finance their businesses. She also shares her own challenges as a corporate marketing executive turned founder & CEO of her own company. Learn more about She Leads Media at www.sheleadsmedia.com, where you can also register for the She Leads Annual Conference on October 26, 2018 in NY City. Additionally, Adrienne encourages all women entrepreneurs to contact her at Adrienne@sheleadsmedia.com and share their challenges with launching and running their businesses, so she can create the resources they need to overcome those challenges!
	01 Mar 2021	Episode 123: A neurodiverse workplace in the LEGO world -- with David Kokai and Lili Juhász from WE LOVE WHAT YOU BUILD (WLWYB)	00:25:10
If your employees spent their workdays engrossed in colorful LEGO® bricks, what would you think? If you're David Kokai, you'd probably think that business is good! David founded a company devoted to the LEGO® secondary market when he left the corporate world to start WE LOVE WHAT YOU BUILD (WLWYB), a LEGO® parts dealer. WLWYB operates their breakthrough platform, MOCHUB, which allows LEGO® builders to share their work and make money with their creations. WLWYB is a neurodiverse workplace that employs autistic people in key parts of their business, and recognizes that the diversity within their teams makes their company stronger. During this episode, David and Lili talk about: How David’s interest in data science inspired him to start a LEGO®-focused business Why they decided to create a neurodiverse and autism-friendly work environment at their company How they recruit and employ autistic people in key parts of their business and build a work environment that is safe, effective and a great place to grow for all of their employees How they adjusted their business operations during the pandemic lockdown with almost no interruptions in orders Advice for people who want to start their dream company To find out more about WE LOVE WHAT YOU BUILD, visit their official website wlwyb.com and connect with them on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube. You can also contact David and Lili through the contact us page on the WLWYB website. Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for all the latest news and updates about my podcast! Click here for the episode transcript. More about David Kokai, Founder of WE LOVE WHAT YOU BUILD (WLWYB): David Kokai is the founder of WE LOVE WHAT YOU BUILD (WLWYB). He studied economics at the Corvinus University of Budapest (former University of Economics Budapest) and graduated from the University of Vienna. He had been working in the IT sector at leading multinational companies for more than a decade in several managing roles based in Budapest and Vienna. After getting acquainted with the secondary market for LEGO® in 2010, he opened a LEGO® parts dealership called WE LOVE WHAT YOU BUILD (WLWYB). WLWYB's business innovation is that it has placed its operations in this segment in a unique way in the world based on strong data science, supporting key enterprise functions with a comprehensive, custom-developed business intelligence system; such as purchasing, inventory management, and pricing. As a result of many years of systematic building, in addition to its position in the secondary market of LEGO®, WLWYB opened the world’s first marketplace in 2018 specializing in bespoke LEGO® creations, called MOCHUB. MOCHUB provides an opportunity for emerging and professional LEGO® builders to receive a royalty from the sale of the models they design. MOCHUB sold many thousands of bespoke LEGO® kits around the world in its first year of operation. After several years of work, the company became an autism friendly workplace in 2019.
	29 May 2023	Life as a Black Deaf Autistic musician, AAC user and student -- with Kaishawna	00:53:32
Kaishawna is a 21 year old Deaf Black Autistic woman, clarinet player and college student who is studying to become an educator for neurodivergent and disabled students. She communicates using an Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) text-to-speech app on her iPad, sign language, and sometimes unreliable vocal speech. She is a disability advocate and aspiring author who is working on two novels that feature disabled main characters. During this episode, Kaishawna discusses: Her experiences using AAC to communicate with others How she experiences playing music as a Deaf Autistic musician, and her love of music theory How she found out she was autistic, and how that led her to become involved with disability rights advocacy The difficulty she had finding community as a Deaf Black Autistic woman, and the racism and ableism she faces What she hopes to teach her students as an educator The two novels she is currently working on Follow Kaishawna on Instagram, Twitter and YouTube. Watch the video of this interview on YouTube. Read the episode transcript. Follow the Beyond 6 Seconds podcast in your favorite podcast player! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes! Support this podcast at BuyMeACoffee.com/Beyond6Seconds and get a shout-out on a future episode! Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations.
	16 Oct 2023	Creating an inclusive world through dance – with Marisa Hamamoto	00:58:24
Content note: This episode contains mentions of sexual assault, describes a stroke and recovery, and has occasional swearing. Marisa Hamamoto is the first professional dancer to be named as one of People Magazine’s "Women Changing the World." Her award-winning nonprofit and professional dance company, Infinite Flow, employs disabled and nondisabled artists with a mission to foster inclusion. Marisa is also a stroke survivor who is autistic and has PTSD. During this episode, you will hear Marisa talk about: Her lifelong passion for dancing, despite facing bias and exclusion within the dance world How a heartbreaking rejection by her dance school classmates inspired her to make a boldly inclusive decision, and showed her how small actions can lead to big change The life-changing stroke that paralyzed her for months, and the long process of healing from the physical and mental trauma that followed How a salsa dance performance in Japan rekindled her passion and confidence as a dancer Her dancing partnership with a disabled athlete that inspired her to found Infinite Flow How she was diagnosed with PTSD and autism as an adult – and reflecting on her life, now knowing that she’s autistic You can also find out more about Marisa on her website MarisaHamamoto.com and connect with her on LinkedIn and Instagram. Watch Infinite Flow Dance performances at InfiniteFlowDance.org/portfolio. Sign up for Marisa's newsletter and the Infinite Flow newsletter. Watch the video of this interview on YouTube. Read the episode transcript. Follow the Beyond 6 Seconds podcast in your favorite podcast player. Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes. Support or sponsor this podcast at BuyMeACoffee.com/Beyond6Seconds! Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations.
	02 Oct 2023	Tourette Syndrome advocacy – with Jhonelle Bean	00:29:01
Jhonelle Bean is a 28-year-old disability advocate living with Tourette Syndrome and PTSD. Jhonelle shares her experience with Tourette Syndrome through social media to educate others and help destigmatize the condition, especially within communities of color. She has also created a community called "For The Advocates," where other disability advocates can find a place to relate and get support and resources from each other. During this episode, you will hear Jhonelle talk about: Her first tics in childhood and adolescence, and the reactions of the people around her Why it took so long for her to get a Tourette’s diagnosis How she decided to become a Tourette’s advocate online Some common misconceptions about Tourette’s Her advocacy about Tourette's and communities of color Why she created the "For The Advocates” community Follow Jhonelle on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and Twitter. Follow For The Advocates on Instagram. Watch the video of this interview on YouTube. Read the episode transcript. Follow the Beyond 6 Seconds podcast in your favorite podcast player. Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes. Support or sponsor this podcast at BuyMeACoffee.com/Beyond6Seconds! Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations.
	11 Mar 2019	Episode 51: Natasha Nurse – Empowering women through fashion, media and entrepreneurship	00:52:47
Natasha Nurse is a licensed attorney by trade who held various stints in the corporate world prior to making a foray into fashion, writing, media and entrepreneurship. Natasha started Dressing Room 8 to provide a web-based resource where women can gain personal and professional empowerment through her fashion and lifestyle focused blog, consultation and coaching services. She is also the Program Coordinator for Long Island Girl Talk, a Long Island community-based start-up program that teaches teenage girls of color how to produce, direct and star in their own television show about women’s issues in their communities. Recently, she partnered with her husband to create the podcast WokeNFree, where they have fun, informed and thought-provoking conversations on different topic each week. Natasha discusses the winding path of her career, starting with her interest in veterinary science, followed by graduating law school and working in document review, legal recruiting, legal education & sales -- and how realizing her true desire to be creative, innovative, and empowered in her career (and to empower other women as well) led her to a new path of entrepreneurship. She also shares valuable advice about: How our self-limiting beliefs stop us from taking action – and how she helps people overcome these beliefs How fashion can help you be confident and powerful – and how she helps women feel happier when they see themselves in the dressing room mirror The constant battle that every entrepreneur has: being in their business vs working on their business -- and the key questions that every entrepreneur should be asking themselves to ensure their businesses continue to grow How being a strong communicator as a business owner can make you more money Natasha also shares how Long Island Girl Talk, where young women collaborate to create all aspects of their own television shows, is a huge boost to their levels of confidence and self-worth. We also talk about how the WokeNFree podcast invites listeners to think about issues from different viewpoints and engages them in interesting conversations. Connect with Natasha via email, her website www.dressingroom8.com, or on social media on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn. You can also listen to the WokeNFree podcast at www.wokenfree.com. Natasha’s full bio: As a New Yorker, born and raised, Natasha is used to bumping into people from all walks of life daily, which makes it easy for her to accomplish her goal of meeting someone new and learning something new each and every day. A licensed attorney by trade, Natasha held various stints in the corporate world prior to making a foray into fashion and writing. Having been a victim of bullying as a child growing up, Natasha learned to seek out fashion as a source of strength early on and actively uses it as a personal means of empowerment; because of her own experiences with bullying and her strong desire to help others within the plus size community, Natasha started Dressing Room 8 to provide a web-based resource where women can gain personal and professional empowerment through her fashion and lifestyle focused blog, consultation and coaching services. Dressing Room 8 helps women learn how to think with clarity, dress with confidence, and live with purpose. Not one to stay idle, Natasha loves to keep a full calendar. Aside from running Dressing Room 8, Natasha is an Adjunct Professor at Nassau Community College where she teaches Introduction to Women’s Studies. She is the Lifestyle Editor for Plus Model Magazine. She is also the Program Coordinator for Long Island Girl Talk, a Long Island community-based start-up program that teaches teenage girls of color how to produce, direct and star in their own television show about women’s issues in their communities. Recently, she partnered with her husband to create the new podcast WokeNFree and she is the host of Our Voices on 90.3 WHPC. Prior to starting Dressing Room 8, Natasha created the WST Feminist Blog, an open forum for sharing original content, links and creative work addressing cutting-edge women’s issues. She is also an animal lover and a big film buff. When she’s not traveling or juggling multiple projects, she likes to spend time with her husband Kahlil, cat Toby and dog, J.J. And, she always finds time to indulge in her obsession with elephants.
	20 Mar 2023	Neurodivergence and Giftedness – with Emily Kircher-Morris	00:37:06
After working as a gifted education teacher, Emily Kircher-Morris became a clinical mental health counselor who supports gifted and twice-exceptional (gifted + neurodivergent) children. She is also the host of The Neurodiversity Podcast and the author of several books, including "Teaching Twice-Exceptional Learners in Today's Classroom" and the revised edition of "A Parent's Guide to Gifted Children." She has three neurodivergent children and is neurodivergent herself. During this episode, Emily talks about: What her life was like as a twice-exceptional student (gifted and ADHD) Her experience as a teacher of gifted and twice-exceptional children, and why she decided to become a clinical mental health counselor The importance of neurodiversity-affirming therapy, and what it looks like in practice What inspired her to start The Neurodiversity Podcast The story behind the books that she wrote Find out more about Emily and her work at these links: Twitter: @EmilyKM_LPC The Neurodiversity Podcast Neurodiversity University Her books: Teaching Twice-Exceptional Learners in Today's Classroom and Raising Twice-Exceptional Children: A Handbook for Parents of Neurodivergent Gifted Kids Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes! Support this podcast at BuyMeACoffee.com/Beyond6Seconds and get a shout-out on a future episode! Read the episode transcript. Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations.
	04 Jan 2021	Episode 119: Becoming a leader worth following – with Heneka Watkis-Porter	00:29:23
Heneka Watkis-Porter is an entrepreneur, coach, 5x author and international speaker. As the host of The Entrepreneurial You Podcast, she has interviewed Richard Branson, John Lee Dumas, Seth Godin and many other influencers. Heneka is also the creator of the Caribbean’s first virtual conference and expo: The Entrepreneurial You Virtual SME Conference & Expo. She hosts Leadercast events in Jamaica and writes for the Leadercast blog and Thrive Global. During this episode, Heneka shares her experience and advice about what makes a leader worth following, including: What she learned about leadership from starting her own business The importance of sharing feedback and showing vulnerability as a leader Her experience with burnout, how she recovered, and why it’s important to make time for self-care (especially for leaders) How she gets opportunities to interview famous leadership experts on her podcast – and what makes their advice so powerful How mentors can help entrepreneurs and other leaders succeed To learn more about Heneka and her work, you can find her on her official website henekawatkisporter.com where you can contact her directly on WhatsApp. You can also listen to her podcast, The Entrepreneurial You, and visit her social media on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Learn more about how to attend Heneka’s “Slow Down & Live: Health Is Wealth” summit in January 2021. Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for all the latest news and updates about my podcast! Click here for the episode transcript.
	12 Dec 2022	Support for late-diagnosed autistic people of color – with Diane J. Wright, Founder of Autastic	00:31:56
Diane J. Wright is a Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility media consultant working in film and television. She is also the founder of Autastic.com, which provides resources and community for late-identified autistic people of color and their allies. During this episode, you will hear Diane talk about: How burnout led her to discover that she is autistic and has ADHD Why it is difficult for her to detangle the intersections of her racial, gender and neurodivergent identities What inspired her to create Autastic.com How the Autastic community encourages meaningful conversations and connections among late-identified autistic people of color and their allies The valuable curated resources for late-diagnosed autistic adults on Autastic The life-changing impact that Autastic has had on its community members Her hope for more Black and brown autistic people to find each other, feel less alone and less vulnerable Visit www.autastic.com for more information about Autastic and check out www.autastic.com/support for ways to support their mission. You can also find Autastic on social media on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes! Support this podcast at BuyMeACoffee.com/Beyond6Seconds and get a shout-out on a future episode! Read the episode transcript. Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations.
	18 Jun 2018	Episode 14: Avery Schrader - Helping Online Content Creators with Modash	00:32:10
Avery Schrader is the Founder and CEO of Modash, a startup based in Tallinn, Estonia. Modash helps current & aspiring online content creators (like photographers, filmmakers, writers & social media influencers) find opportunities to partner and collaborate with established brands. These opportunities help content creators grow, create and do what they love. In this episode, Avery discusses what inspired him to build a digital marketing start-up in a new country, how networking helps him find mentors, clients & employees, and the challenges of managing talent for a new company that is constantly evolving. He also shares advice for building your own personal brand and network, and how to get started with doing the things you love. You can contact Avery on LinkedIn, at averyschrader@outlook.com and at www.modash.io . If you work in marketing, you can try out Modash’s platform for free by emailing hello@modash.io .
	22 Aug 2022	Music, theater and autistic communities – with Madge Woollard	00:25:26
Madge Woollard has run her own business teaching piano and keyboard since 1994. Madge was diagnosed autistic in 2016 at the age of 44. She lives in Sheffield UK with her wife who is also late-diagnosed autistic. A graduate of Cambridge University, she teaches children and adults, privately and in schools, and is keen to specialize in working with neurodivergent students. She is also a member of Spectrum Theatre company, which features neurodivergent and neurotypical performers. During this episode, you will hear Madge talk about: How she and her wife got their autism diagnoses How she struggled to find a teaching job and decided to start her own business instead Her success with teaching piano to autistic and non-autistic students Finding a sense of belonging within local autistic communities, including the Autscape conference and the Spectrum Theatre company The intersections of autistic and LGBTQ+ identities Madge also wrote a chapter for the book “Learning from Autistic Teachers: How to Be a Neurodiversity-Inclusive School.” Find out more about the book here. Connect with Madge at the links below: Official Website: mwoollard.webs.com LinkedIn: Madge Woollard Facebook: Madge Woollard Piano and Keyboard Tuition Twitter: @funkiepiano Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes! Support this podcast at BuyMeACoffee.com/Beyond6Seconds and get a shout-out on a future episode! Read the episode transcript. Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations.
	17 Feb 2020	Episode 93: Chasing a Stand-up Comedy Dream -- with Jessica Inserra (Explicit)	00:49:50
Jessica Inserra is a Los Angeles based stand-up comedian whose irreverent humor explores, among other things, themes from her life as a gay woman growing up in a colorful New York Italian family. Jessica recently commemorated 25 years of being out, having burst through the closet doors at the tender age of 14. Now she can be seen performing her unique brand of brash, edgy comedy at The Comedy Store, as well as other venues in and around Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Seattle and beyond. She is currently working on her own stand-up special entitled, “Jessica Inserra, Pretty Gay.” On this episode, you will hear Jessica talk about: What inspired her to pursue stand-up comedy, after more than a decade of managing a plastic surgeon’s office (which is still her full-time job!) -- and how she balances her job with pursuing her comedy passion Her experience working with legendary comedian Gerry Katzman in his stand-up comedy class -- and how she overcame constant fear and self-doubt as she developed and practiced her material How she feels about finding success at the beginning of her career and being able to meet her comedy idols How being "familiar” and feminine as a gay woman has helped her both in her comedy and her life You can follow Jessica on Instagram at @jessinserra and on her website, www.prettygay.net. Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for all the latest news and updates about my podcast!
	12 Apr 2021	Episode 126: The Life Autistic -- with Hunter Hansen	00:40:09
Hunter Hansen is an autistic content creator on YouTube and Instagram and a blogger on thelifeautistic.com. After discovering his autism in his late teens, Hunter tried to outgrow and suppress his autistic traits for years, until coming to terms and embracing his identity as an autistic adult. He has since turned that suppression into passion, advocating for greater understanding and appreciation of autism and autistic people. Hunter works for a major company as a business analyst and lives in the Denver area with his wife and three daughters. During this episode, you will hear Hunter talk about: The origin of his blog -- and why he decided to shift his blog’s initial focus and start writing about his autism What inspired him to start The Life Autistic channel on YouTube His process for creating his videos -- and why he never runs out of idea topics How Instagram Reels helped him expand his audience further His advocacy goals for helping companies create better workplaces for autistic employees and get the most out of their autistic talent in a variety of jobs (not just coding and tech!) Learn more about Hunter and follow his content on thelifeautistic.com blog, The Life Autistic YouTube channel, on Twitter, and on Instagram @the_life_autistic. Also, here's the link to the “bricks” post on The Life Autistic blog that Hunter mentions during this episode. Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for all the latest news and updates about my podcast! Click here for the episode transcript.
	10 Dec 2018	Episode 40: Andy Storch – How new habits can transform your life and career	00:31:40
Andy Storch is a consultant, coach and facilitator who helps his clients turn strategy into action. Andy works with companies to accelerate leadership development, strategy alignment, business acumen and sales training. He also coaches individuals to help them improve their performance and achieve their goals, so they can do the best work of their lives. Additionally, Andy hosts two podcasts: The Entrepreneur Hot Seat (now called The Andy Storch Show), where he has interviewed over 100 CEOs and entrepreneurs, and the Talent Development Hot Seat, where he interviews interesting talent development leaders about their experience. In this episode, Andy shares how the book “Miracle Morning” by Hal Elrod inspired him to transform his life and career by building six habits for success: meditation, exercise, writing, reading, affirmations and visualizations. He also talks about the impact that hosting podcasts and attending conferences have had on growing his career and developing new business relationships. Connect with Andy on LinkedIn and visit www.andystorch.com to learn more about his work and podcasts. Additional information from Andy Storch's bio: Andy has taught strategy, sales, leadership, finance, and business acumen to business leaders all over the world and has started or worked for multiple start-up companies. Some of Andy’s past clients have included Salesforce.com, NOV, Oracle, Google, Box, Toyota, Genentech, State Farm, Red Bull, Deloitte, EY, KPMG, HP, Sony, Bechtel, Cisco as well as small business and startup CEOs looking to grow their businesses. Andy has worked with leaders across almost every industry—from software to insurance—and has seen the difference that experiential learning, practice, coaching, and accountability can make in improving overall performance. Andy holds an MBA from the University of Southern California’s Marshall School of Business where he served as President of the MBA program in 2008 and a BS in Information Sciences from the University of Florida.
	09 May 2022	Dyspraxia, journalism and life-changing storytelling – with Nadine Drummond	01:04:15
Nadine Drummond is an award-winning journalist and filmmaker from London with roots in Jamaica. A former producer and reporter at CNN and Al Jazeera, she now develops media and content strategy for 14 African countries in her role at the United Nations. Nadine is also dyspraxic. She struggled growing up pre-diagnosis. When her disability was finally diagnosed in college, she denied and hid her dyspraxia at first, then came to accept it and eventually talk about it publicly in a LinkedIn post that went viral in 2021. Nadine wasn’t supposed to be a journalist. She was supposed to be a lawyer – that was the career path her family picked for her. After realizing she hated law school, though, she broke away from her family’s expectations. She left her home country to build her career in journalism – a profession where she uses her dyspraxic strengths to improve and save the lives of people around the world. On this episode, Nadine shares all of these stories and more. Her experience is a testament to how working in your strengths can empower you to make a difference. (Content warning: Starting around minute 50 of this episode, Nadine talks about gender based violence and sexual assault in Central African Republic. This is the topic of her life-changing film that helped extend the life of The Water Project, which directly protected and improved the lives of the women living in that country.) Learn more about Nadine at the links below: “This Little Girl is me” – Nadine’s viral LinkedIn post Nadine’s Medium blog Nadine's journalism projects Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes! Click here for the episode transcript. Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations.
	18 Jun 2022	My Autism Diagnosis Story	00:13:48
On this special solo episode for Autistic Pride Day, I talk about how I got my autism diagnosis as an adult. Please note that this is not meant to be medical or professional advice of any kind. It’s just my own personal experience! Your experience may vary. Resources I mention during this episode: My 12/20/22 episode where I describe what led me to pursue an assessment. Autism assessment provider directory (crowdsourced map on Autastic.com). Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes! Click here for the episode transcript. Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations.
	28 Mar 2022	Coming of age with Crouzon syndrome – with Ariel Henley	00:36:10
As a child, Ariel Henley's face was compared to a Picasso painting. This horrifying comment didn’t come from a schoolyard bully. It was written in a magazine article about Ariel and her experience growing up with Crouzon syndrome, a congenital condition that affects the shape of her face. From that day forward, Ariel was determined to tell her story. She transformed that insult into the title of her new memoir, “A Face for Picasso.” Tune into my latest episode to hear Ariel talk about her book, as well as: Her story of growing up with Crouzon syndrome The pain and harassment she faced Finding self-acceptance Her advocacy for face equality and authentic media representation of people with facial differences and other disabilities To find out more about Ariel and her work, visit her website at www.arielhenley.com and order her memoir, “A Face for Picasso.” Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes! Click here for the episode transcript. This episode also features a promo of the Art Heals All Wounds podcast. Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations.
	30 Mar 2020	Episode 96: How para-powerlifter Garrison Redd is disabling limitations	00:27:23
Garrison Redd is a TEDx speaker, para-powerlifter, model, dancer, and most of all, an advocate for disabled rights. He founded an organization called “TheGarrisonReddProject” to provide resources and services that improve the well-being of disabled individuals. On this episode, Garrison shares: Why he left his government job to start his own organization The job searching challenges faced by many people with disabilities How he realized his impact as a positive role model for the younger generation How he discovered his talent for competitive para-powerlifting How he controls his fear when doing something new or challenging You can follow Garrison on Instagram @garrisonredd to see his workout videos and other fun & motivating posts, connect with him on LinkedIn and learn more about TheGarrisonReddProject at www.thegarrisonreddproject.org. Click here to read the episode transcript. Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for all the latest news and updates about my podcast!
	04 Apr 2022	We’re Not Broken: Changing the Autism Conversation – with Eric Garcia	00:46:23
Why has public discourse about autism been dominated by non-autistic voices? And, what’s been happening recently to change this? My guest Eric Garcia breaks this down in today’s episode! Eric is a journalist based in Washington DC and the senior Washington correspondent for The Independent. He is also the author of the book, “We’re Not Broken: Changing the Autism Conversation” which was published in 2021. During this episode, you will hear Eric talk about: Why non-autistic voices have traditionally dominated the public conversation about autism How government policies have shaped and evolved the public’s perceptions about autism Including a wide variety of autistic people’s experiences in his book – including non-speaking autistic people – as well as his own experiences as an autistic Latino man How writing this book helped him confront some of his own biases – and what he learned about becoming a better ally and learning from criticism Where the public can find accurate information about autism and the autistic community How social media has helped autistic people share their experiences, amplify their voices and effect change (for example, by calling out harmful autistic stereotypes about autism in a recent movie by a certain singer) Buy Eric’s book, “We’re Not Broken: Changing the Autism Conversation” Read Eric’s National Journal article (the precursor to “We’re Not Broken”) Check out Eric’s recommendations for other helpful autism resources: The Thinking Person’s Guide to Autism Sincerely, Your Autistic Child #ActuallyAutistic on Twitter – hashtag used by autistic content creators (a good place to listen to autistic people, and especially helpful if you’re newly-diagnosed autistic) #AskingAutistics on Twitter – use this hashtag to post questions you want to ask autistic people Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes! Click here for the episode transcript. Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations.
	07 Oct 2019	Episode 81: Ajay Prasad – Lessons in Serial Entrepreneurship	00:26:54
After working as a corporate marketing executive for over twenty years, Ajay Prasad decided to become his own boss. In 2004, he left the corporate world and started GMR Web Team, a digital marketing agency. After switching the focus of the business to healthcare, Ajay now works with healthcare providers to improve their online presence and increase their base of patients. Since then, Ajay has also become a serial entrepreneur: he has founded RepuGen, an online reputation software for healthcare businesses, and GMR Transcription, a transcription company. On this episode, you will hear from Ajay about how he develops his employees’ careers, what he looks for when he hires people, how he identifies the right clients, and how his experience in the corporate world compares to entrepreneurship. You can find Ajay on LinkedIn, and on Twitter @ajayprasad_. You can also find more information about his companies at www.gmrwebteam.com, www.repugen.com, and www.gmrtranscription.com.
	29 Mar 2021	Episode 125: Changing the world through community service -- with Nichelle Walker	00:35:15
TW/CW: Mentions of domestic violence Nichelle Walker is a passionate community service advocate who encourages people to take responsibility for doing things that matter within their local communities. She sees community service as a way to find local solutions to national and global problems. Nichelle is also a survivor of domestic violence; her experience further cultivated a need inside of her to give back to others. During this episode, you will hear Nichelle talk about: How her passion for community service started at a young age How she believes that even the smallest actions can help the community How she learns from the girls that she mentors through BUILT BY GIRLS How her experience as a domestic violence survivor led her to change her life and help other people in similar situations The community service she has done on a national and global scale, in both the US and UK How community service has helped her make new connections and learn about different cultures, despite the isolation of the pandemic How her new photography business has opened up new ways for her to give back to her community Learn more about Nichelle at her website, nichellewalker.myportfolio.com. Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for all the latest news and updates about my podcast! Click here for the episode transcript.
	22 Nov 2021	Art, Autism, Activism – with Margaux Wosk, Retrophiliac Art	00:27:04
Margaux Wosk is a non-binary, autistic artist residing in Canada, and the owner of Retrophiliac, their own art business. They are bridging the gap between activism, advocacy and art to bring a message of acceptance to the world. During this episode, you will hear Margaux talk about: What led them to create their art business, Retrophiliac, after many years of being a self-taught artist The story behind the Neurodiversity Pride Infinity Rainbow pin – the first pin design they created How their art has helped amplify their advocacy for disabled small business owners To find out more about Margaux and their work, you can find them on the following links down below: Navigating Life website Retrophiliac Etsy store Retrophiliac on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes! Click here for the episode transcript. Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not represent those of my employer or other organizations.
	27 Sep 2021	Episode 135: Minda Harts -- Career Success for Women of Color	00:25:29
Minda Harts is the CEO of The Memo LLC and the award-winning and best-selling author of “The Memo: What Women of Color Need to Know to Secure a Seat at the Table.” In 2020, Minda was named the #1 Top Voice for Equity in the Workplace by Linkedin. She’s been featured on MSNBC’s Morning Joe, Fast Company, The NY Times, and Time Magazine, to name a few. Minda also speaks on topics like managing diverse teams, courageous leadership, and advancing women of color in the workplace. During this episode, you will hear Minda talk about: How her own experience with job-related trauma and racism inspired her to write a career book for women of color -- despite being told that there was no market for a book on this topic Some of the less-examined causes of “imposter syndrome” at work How to build your network in a hybrid workplace or fully remote workplace Why Minda uses the term “success partner” instead of ally -- and how managers and coworkers can be success partners for women of color at work What inspired the topics for her next two books: “Right Within: How to Heal from Racial Trauma in the Workplace” and “You Are More Than Magic: The Black and Brown Girls' Guide to Finding Your Voice” If you want to connect with Minda, you can find her on her official website, mindaharts.com, and follow her on LinkedIn. Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes! Click here for the episode transcript.
	25 Nov 2019	Episode 88: How event ticketing can create amazing customer experiences -- with Josh Stine	00:25:56
This week's guest is Josh Stine, the co-founder and CEO of Seat Insiders, an event ticket concierge agency serving companies and individuals around the world. Before becoming an entrepreneur, Josh worked in cyber security and management consulting at PwC. Josh has also started several other successful side hustles over the past four years, but he has turned his focus solely to Seat Insiders since its founding. On this episode, you will hear Josh talk about: His journey from Big 4 consulting to the ticketing industry How the changes in the ticketing industry are beneficial for both fans and artists alike How building international relationships has created opportunities for fans to go to events around the world You can contact Josh on www.seatinsiders.com and by email at josh@seatinsiders.com. You can also learn more about Seat Insiders on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Special offer for Beyond 6 Seconds listeners: Seat Insiders is giving five listeners a free 1-year concierge membership (a $240 value)! To claim this offer, go to www.seatinsiders.com, click the contact us link, and fill out the contact form -- be sure you mention Beyond 6 Seconds in your message! ---- Become a Beyond 6 Seconds Insider today and receive our free checklist for getting started with your own podcast!
	23 Sep 2019	Episode 79: Forrest Schaffer – One Strong Herd	00:37:17
Forrest Schaffer is a “9-to-5er” at a digital marketing company and the founder of One Strong Herd, a fitness apparel and accessories brand and startup company. Forrest talks about the twists and turns in his career path, which included leaving his 9-5 job to join a startup that recruited him – only to be fired 9 days later – and how he used his time during the aftermath to find his current job and grow his startup. In addition to entrepreneurship, Forrest is passionate about the topics of personal finance and digital marketing. We talk about how he shares simple personal finance tools and advice for millennials on his YouTube channel, and how he uses digital marketing to market One Strong Herd. He even shares some great SEO tips for improving your search ranking on Google that you can apply to your own business! Learn more about Forrest at the One Strong Herd website www.onestrongherd.com and Instagram @onestrongherd and on his personal Instagram @forrestschaffer. Free gift for Beyond 6 Seconds listeners: Get 2 free audiobooks on Audible and free access for 1 month at amzn.to/2XAQSb9
	18 Nov 2024	Fighting stigma about schizophrenia - with Michelle Hammer	00:30:06
Content warning: This episode discusses suicidality, paranoia, hallucinations and delusions, and mentions drug use and homelessness. Michelle Hammer is a schizophrenia activist who spends her time passionately fighting stigma. She is a New York City native who is featured in the WebMD documentary “Voices,” which was nominated for a Tribeca X Award at the Tribeca Film Festival. Michelle was diagnosed with schizophrenia at 22 after a misdiagnosis of bipolar at age 18. At 27, Michelle decided to use her artistic talents and fearless personality to do something that could benefit the mental health community. In May 2015, she founded a mental health-focused clothing brand called Schizophrenic.NYC with the mission of reducing stigma by starting conversations about mental health. Michelle has also been featured in many publications such as Mashable, The Daily Mail, Stylist, and Buzzfeed, and has also been featured on TV networks like ABC, NBC, and CBS. During this episode, you will hear Michelle talk about: Experiencing her first symptoms of schizophrenia in high school and college What it’s like for her to experience hallucinations and delusions What inspired her to start her clothing brand, Schizophrenic.NYC People’s reactions to her designs and pop-up events in New York City Challenging stereotypes and misconceptions about schizophrenia Find out more about Michelle on her clothing brand’s website Schizophrenic.NYC and on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube. Watch the video of this interview on YouTube. Read the episode transcript. Follow the Beyond 6 Seconds podcast in your favorite podcast player. Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes. Support or sponsor this podcast at BuyMeACoffee.com/Beyond6Seconds! Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations. These episodes are for informational purposes only and do not substitute for professional medical advice. Consult a medical professional or healthcare provider if you are seeking medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.
	10 May 2019	Episode 60: Charlotte Underwood – Mental health writer and advocate	00:18:56
Charlotte Underwood is a mental health advocate and writer in the UK with a passion for preventing suicide and providing support for those in need. On this episode, Charlotte shares how her own personal experiences inspired her to write about mental health, the biases and stigma that people with mental illnesses often face in the UK, and how she raises her voice to encourage people to talk about mental health and listen to the experiences of others. Charlotte also discusses the importance of listening to people with mental illness, and shares advice on how people can help their friends and loved ones who are struggling. You can read Charlotte's writing at her website, www.charlotteunderwoodauthor.com, and follow her on Twitter @CUnderwoodUK .
	06 Feb 2018	Episode 2: Lynn Urlaub - Cuddle Spoons	00:24:22
How can a pair of spoons change people’s lives and support a community? In today’s episode, we answer these questions with Lynn Urlaub, the owner of Cuddle Spoons – the fun and functional spoons that are easy to hold and make adorable gifts for everyone! Lynn shares the story of how her partner Ken created Cuddle Spoons after he became disabled, how the spoons are helping people with disabilities feed themselves and be more independent, and how their business is raising funds to support the Houston community in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey. A certified SCRUM master with extensive experience in office management and project management, Lynn also discusses her ongoing job search for a full-time job as an Office Manager in the Houston area. You can find more information about Cuddle Spoons at www.cuddlespoons.com , where you can also purchase the spoons directly. Cuddle Spoons is also helping to support Joyce & Adam Romero, a local Houston area couple who lost everything in the hurricane. If you would like to add a small donation to your Cuddle Spoons purchase to support Joyce & Adam, please email CuddleSpoons@gmail.com. You may also donate directly to Joyce & Adam’s Youcaring site at https://www.youcaring.com/joyceandadamromero-969666 .
	19 Mar 2018	Episode 5: Anna Pilette - Robotics & Drone Technology	00:16:55
This episode features Anna Pilette, a Geophysicist and a Technologist out of Portland Oregon. Anna shares her experience working with robotics and drone technology, her thoughts on the future application of this technology, and how she brings her scientific experience together with her artistic interest through her art company, Atomic Dumpling Media. She is also looking for a role working with a drone manufacturer. Learn more about Anna at her website www.aspilette.com . Anna’s bio: For over two decades, Anna’s work has been focused on imaging things under the waterline. She has worked on a wide number of projects like locating shipwrecks, finding bombs, teaching law enforcement how to find bodies, and more mundane stuff like finding the problems with pipelines. Her work has taken her around the world on every type of marine and subsea project that exists. She’s worked on every commercially based acoustic system, which were originally fixed, towed, and hull mounted sensors. Then, in 2008, she began working with autonomous vehicles. Since then, she’s extended her work to include remotely operated vehicles and unmanned vehicles of every type. Today, Anna specializes in remote sensors though acoustics and optics based on unmanned vehicles.
	02 Nov 2020	Episode 114: Losing your passion and making new dreams come true -- with Ryan Mason	00:50:01
We often talk about "finding your passion" in life ... but what happens when you find your passion, and then you feel it fade away? Where do you go from there? According to Ryan Mason, you find a different dream and make it come true. Ryan is the Founder and CEO of two successful businesses. The first is Luxe Brand, America's leading luxury shoelace provider, which has been featured on Good Morning America, the NFL Network, in Foot Locker stores, and on more than 30 athletes and celebrities -- and the other is BizBuzz, which provides integrated marketing automation software and services for more than 250 small and medium-sized businesses. Yahoo recently named Ryan one of its Top 12 Entrepreneurs to Watch in 2020. During this episode, you will hear Ryan talk about: His promising early football career -- and why it came to an end during his college years How an Instagram post set him on the path to building his new creative business idea -- and the hard work and focus it took to make his idea a reality How Luxe Brand captured the attention of celebrities, the media and Foot Locker The people who have mentored and supported Ryan throughout his career journey How repeatable processes and unique marketing tactics helped Ryan's companies grow To find out more about Ryan and his work, visit his official website or the websites for his companies Luxe Brand and BizBuzz. Additionally, you can connect with Ryan on Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. Ryan's new book, The Digital Playbook, is now available for pre-order -- and for Beyond 6 Seconds listeners, he is offering free marketing tools to the first 100 people who preorder the book and fill out the "Get Started For Free" form on the BizBuzz website. Watch the video of this episode on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for all the latest news and updates about my podcast! Click here for the episode transcript.
	01 May 2023	Beauty in the broken pieces – TBI, epilepsy and ADHD with Kate Wallinga	00:44:54
Content note: This episode describes instances of medical trauma and mental health crises, and mentions violence and death. Kate Wallinga is a forensic psychologist and crisis clinician by training, and currently hosts the podcast “Ignorance Was Bliss,” which has surpassed 1 million downloads. Kate has ADHD, epilepsy, and a traumatic brain injury (TBI) after having a near-death experience in childbirth and a grand mal seizure. During this episode, you will hear Kate talk about: The origin story of the “Ignorance Was Bliss” podcast (and its tagline, “Didn't you feel better before you knew that?”) How her life, neurotype, cognition and family relationships changed after her near-death experience and traumatic brain injury – including her experiences with amnesia and aphasia Why she describes herself as being broken, and why being broken is ok How her recovery means she has gotten to a new baseline, and doesn’t mean going back to the way she was How she learned to give herself grace in her life, after everything she's been through Listen to Kate’s podcast “Ignorance Was Bliss” at IWBPodcast.com or on your favorite podcast player. Follow Kate on Twitter, Instagram, Mastodon and TikTok. Listener shout-out! A big THANK YOU to Buna, a Beyond 6 Seconds listener, for supporting this podcast on BuyMeACoffee.com! Support this podcast at BuyMeACoffee.com/Beyond6Seconds and get a shout-out on a future episode! Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes! Read the episode transcript. Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations.
	03 Jan 2022	Natalie Brooks – Dyslexia in Adults	00:31:31
Feeling frustrated and alone, Natalie Brooks started posting on Instagram about her struggles as a dyslexic adult in the workplace. She soon realized that her experiences resonated deeply with dyslexic adults around the world -- and it inspired her to expand her social media following into a global online community! Through her company, Dyslexia in Adults, Natalie has built a supportive and collaborative community where dyslexic adults discuss the challenges and strengths of their dyslexia. During this episode, you will hear Natalie talk about: How a working environment that benefits dyslexic employees can also benefit everyone at work Her own struggles with self-doubt and low self-confidence at work Why she decided to share her struggles on social media, and how that led her to create a supportive online community for dyslexic adults How she handles her imposter syndrome when it comes to talking about her company Her perspectives on common dyslexic strengths For more information about Natalie and her work, visit her website at www.dyslexiainadults.co and follow her on Instagram @dyslexia_in_adults. Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes! Click here for the episode transcript. Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not represent those of my employer or other organizations.
	04 Sep 2023	Dissociative Identity Disorder - Amber Louise Ainsworth	00:42:37
CW: Mentions of drinking, drug use, suicidal thoughts, depression, trauma, and occasional swearing Amber Louise Ainsworth is a dissociative identity disorder (DID) system from the UK. Since realizing they are a DID system at age 38, they’ve been working through their healing: processing and sharing all their collective trauma. They have written several books, including “The revelation,” which details their first year of healing. During this interview, you’ll hear from three of the alters in my guest’s DID system: Amber (who is the system host), Mia, and Berlou. They talk about: What life was like before they realized they are a DID system with several alters How they discovered their first alter How their alters communicate with each other (or in many cases, how amnesia prevents them from communicating), and how they write books and poetry about their experiences What it feels like when alters fuse with each other and separate from each other, and how that helps them process and heal from past trauma Follow Amber Louise Ainsworth on Instagram and Twitter, and read their writing at DIDWeWrite.co.uk. Watch the video of this interview on YouTube. Read the episode transcript. Follow the Beyond 6 Seconds podcast in your favorite podcast player. Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes. Support or sponsor this podcast at BuyMeACoffee.com/Beyond6Seconds! Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations.
	26 Jul 2021	Episode 134: Doug Stevenson -- Move forward. Step back and recalibrate. Move forward again.	00:36:04
"Move forward. Step back and recalibrate. Move forward again." This is how Doug Stevenson, CEO of Story Theater International, has built a successful life and career as a storyteller, keynote speaker, trainer, and coach. Doug is a masterful storyteller, but his true gift is helping people become engaging storytellers and unforgettable leaders. He is the author of Doug Stevenson’s Story Theater Method, and has delivered storytelling keynotes and workshops for leadership, sales, training, marketing, and HR teams in the US and in 17 other countries. In this episode, Doug shares: How his background as an actor and real estate agent led him to his passion for public speaking and storytelling The stories in his own life that have led him to “move forward, step back and recalibrate, move forward again” The power of finding and sharing the meaningful moments in life, no matter how small How he teaches corporate leaders to tell stories that improve their performance and communications How the pandemic forced him to slow down and shift his approach to coaching, public speaking, and life in general Contact Doug by visiting his website at www.storytelling-in-business.com or email him at deborah@dougstevenson.com. Mention the Beyond 6 Seconds podcast to get a free 20-minute consultation with Doug! Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for all the latest news and updates about my podcast! Click here for the episode transcript.
	14 Feb 2022	Thriving at work with ADHD and learning disabilities – with Alex Gilbert	00:40:21
Alex Gilbert is a New Yorker, a Mets fan, a yogi, and a brunch enthusiast. She also has dyslexia and ADHD. After spending her career working in leadership development, she started Cape-Able Consulting, a consulting and coaching business that helps adults with learning disabilities and/or ADHD who are struggling in their careers. Her biggest goal in creating Cape-Able Consulting is to change the stigma surrounding learning. During this episode, you will hear Alex talk about: Her experiences with teachers, both positive and negative, during her school years How she uses the concepts of “best principles” and “superpowers” to help her clients succeed in their careers How she learned to advocate for herself at work, and how she helps her clients advocate for themselves at their workplaces What inspired her to start her own business How workplace accommodations for learning disabled employees can help everyone in the workplace If you want to know more about Alex and her work, check out her website at capeableconsulting.com and connect with her on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn. Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes! Click here for the episode transcript. Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not represent those of my employer or other organizations.
	02 Apr 2022	Autistic is a powerful word	00:09:17
For World Autism Day, I’ve recorded a solo episode where I explain how my thinking has evolved about the word “autistic” – how I was once scared of it, how I overcame my outdated views and biases associated with it, and why now I consider “autistic” to be a powerful word that I’m proud to claim as part of my identity. I share why I prefer identity-first language over person-first language when describing my autistic self, and why we should let individuals choose how they want to describe themselves. What other topics should I discuss on a solo episode? If you have questions, comments or suggestions, please let me know! Get in touch through my website www.beyond6seconds.net/contact/ or on social media. Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes! Click here for the episode transcript. Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations.
	22 Jul 2024	South Asian Mental Health Stories – with Mrinal Gokhale	00:18:51
Mrinal Gokhale is an author, speaker and creative consultant based in Wisconsin. She has collaborated with organizations and media outlets such as Brown Girl Magazine, ADDitude Magazine, Medical College of Wisconsin, and more. Her most recent book is titled “Taboo: South Asian Mental Health Stories.” During this episode, Mrinal talks about: What inspired her to write about mental health in South Asian communities How she found people to interview for her book Common mental health themes that she noticed in her interviews How her own mental health journey inspired her writing and advocacy Find out more about Mrinal and her writing on her LinkTree page. Watch the video of this interview on YouTube. Read the episode transcript. Follow the Beyond 6 Seconds podcast in your favorite podcast player. Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes. Support or sponsor this podcast at BuyMeACoffee.com/Beyond6Seconds! Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations.
	18 Jan 2021	Episode 120: Make your voice heard with LipRevolt – with Courtney Stewart	00:20:17
Courtney Stewart is the Founder and CEO of LipRevolt, a cosmetics brand specializing in lipstick that promotes social activism. Through LipRevolt, Courtney aims to inspire people to fight for what they believe in and to speak up for others. LipRevolt donates 15 percent of its net profits to organizations that support women’s rights, civil rights, and LGBTQ rights. Courtney started her career in public service after receiving her BA in Political Science from Spelman College and MS in Terrorism and Homeland Security Policy from American University. Content Warning: This episode contains mentions of sexual assault and abuse, and an incident of racism and violence. During this episode, you will hear Courtney talk about: How her personal experiences, the #metoo movement and the importance of using your voice inspired the creation of LipRevolt Why she decided to support nonprofits with her own business' profits How she learned to run a beauty business as a newcomer to the beauty industry Her future plans for LipRevolt, and why the month of March is significant to her Find out more about LipRevolt on LipRevolt.com, Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. If there is a nonprofit that you want to see LipRevolt support, you can message your recommendation to the Instagram account. Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for all the latest news and updates about my podcast! Click here for the episode transcript.
	28 Feb 2022	Limb difference, disability and workplace diversity – with Ruth Rathblott	00:37:56
For 25 years, Ruth Rathblott hid her limb difference. She doesn't hide it anymore. As she explained in her recent TEDx Talk: when she stopped hiding, she found freedom. Ruth has been a leader in nonprofit organizations for more than 25 years, with 15 years at Big Brothers Big Sisters of New York City, and more than eight years as CEO of the Harlem Educational Activities Fund. She currently serves as a Board Member of The Lucky Fin Project. She speaks about inclusion and diversity, the gifts of being unique and the freedom that comes with accepting your differences. During this episode, you will hear Ruth talk about: Her decision to start hiding her limb difference as a teenager, and how it impacted her mental and physical health for decades The people in her life who encouraged her to stop hiding and start sharing her personal experience with disability The chance encounter in a store where she first learned about the wider community of people with limb differences How people have reacted to seeing her limb difference – and how kids react differently than adults Her mission to convince companies to include disability in their definitions of workplace diversity For more about Ruth and her work, follow her on LinkedIn and check out her website www.ruthrathblott.com. Watch Ruth’s TEDx Talk: When I stopped hiding, I found freedom Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes! Click here for the episode transcript. Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not represent those of my employer or other organizations.
	16 Apr 2018	Episode 7: Kristal Murren - Bossy Girl Leadership	00:34:12
What would you do if your greatest talents were suddenly taken away from you? My guest in this episode, Kristal Murren, had over a decade of experience in leading leaders, cultivating organizational cultures and training trainers -- then her successful career was interrupted by a car accident that turned her life upside down. Kristal will talk about what happened, how she reclaimed her old strengths and developed new strengths during her recovery from a traumatic brain injury (TBI), and how she found the courage to fulfill her lifelong purpose and inspire others. She will also share what she learned from her experience, through a process she calls “walking through hell and taking notes.” You can reach Kristal at Kristal@bossygirl.org or (717) 460-4795 or connect with her on LinkedIn.
	15 Apr 2019	Episode 56: Daniel Gefen - The Self Help Addict	00:51:14
Daniel Gefen is the CEO of the Gefen Media Group, a podcast production and booking company. He hosts a podcast called “Can I Pick Your Brain?” and is the author of the bestselling book, “The Self Help Addict.” On this episode, Daniel describes himself as a former Self Help Addict, where he was trapped in a vicious cycle of consuming life-changing knowledge without taking any life-changing action. After 10 years of procrastination, he shares how he finally broke this cycle and motivated himself to write his book, “The Self Help Addict.” Daniel also talks about the growing power of podcasting, including: His first experience as a podcast guest 4 years ago, which made him realize the amazing value and impact of podcasts How being a guest on the right podcasts can help establish you as an expert in your field How he made his own podcast stand out from other interview-based podcasts How he built a thriving podcast booking agency Special offer for Beyond 6 Seconds listeners: Visit www.Podcastguestsuccess.com to download a free guide to getting booked as a guest on podcasts! For more information about Daniel, check out these links: Daniel’s business, the Gefen Media Group: www.gefenmediagroup.com Daniel’s podcast: Can I Pick Your Brain? Daniel’s book, The Self Help Addict

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