Explore every episode of the podcast Save As: Ability
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| Ep.104 - Opportunity Through Ability | 19 Nov 2025 | 00:13:17 | |
Discover how focusing on ability—not disability—is transforming workplaces and breaking barriers. 🌍 David D’Arcangelo reveals data, trends, and solutions shaping a more inclusive employment future. 💪 ✅ David celebrates over two years and 100+ episodes of Save As: Ability! ✅ A viewer’s question sparks this deep dive into employment and opportunity. ✅ The show’s mantra: “You can’t have a disability without ability.” ✅ Data-driven insights reveal a wide employment gap—and the progress made. ✅ Telework and hybrid models open new doors for accessibility and independence. ✅ Barriers like bias, transportation, and the benefits cliff still block progress. ✅ The gig economy and self-employment are rising among people with disabilities. ✅ Inclusive companies report higher retention and stronger workplace cultures. ✅ David calls on employers, policymakers, and advocates to commit to action. ✅ The future of work is flexible, inclusive, and built around human potential. When we lead with ability, we unlock opportunity—for workers, businesses, and society alike. 🚀 Ⓒ 2025 PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation #DisabilityInclusion #FutureOfWork #EmploymentEquality #AccessibilityMatters #InclusionRevolution #HybridWork #DataDrivenChange #WorkforceInnovation #SelfDetermination #EmploymentGap #AbilityFirst #InclusiveHiring #WorkplaceDiversity #DisabilityAdvocacy #Empowerment #GigEconomy #CareerGrowth #UniversalDesign #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.103 - Reflections of Two Years of Save As: Ability | 12 Nov 2025 | 00:07:12 | |
Two years, 100+ episodes, and countless stories of strength. 💪 Join David D’Arcangelo as he celebrates milestones, gratitude, and the incredible community behind Save As: Ability! ✨ ✅ David celebrates two years of Save As: Ability and its 100+ empowering episodes. ✅ Shoutout to producer Terlonzo and PodPro Entertainment for their technical mastery. ✅ Reflection on the podcast’s origins, starting with solo episodes before welcoming guests. ✅ Special mentions of guests like Neil Romano, John and Mark Cronin, and Dr. Keith Ablow. ✅ Appreciation for listeners, subscribers, commenters, and silent supporters alike. ✅ David discusses the show’s focus on disability diversity—vision, hearing, mobility, and mental health. ✅ Behind-the-scenes research and listener feedback that shape episode topics. ✅ Insights drawn from David’s advocacy roles and personal experiences as a person who is legally blind. ✅ Emphasis on empowerment: focusing on ability over disability to foster opportunity. ✅ A call to action for continued connection through SaveAsAbility.com and social platforms. Celebrate ability, gratitude, and growth—because every story shared brings us closer to inclusion. 🌍 💙 Ⓒ 2025 PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation #DisabilityAwareness #InclusionMatters #AccessibilityForAll #DisabilityRepresentation #PodcastAnniversary #MotivationMonday #EmpowermentStories #InspireChange #BlindAdvocate #DisabilityPride #PositiveMindset #InclusiveWorld #AdaptiveLife #PodProEntertainment #TwoYearAnniversary #AbilityFirst #ThankYouCommunity #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.94 - Disability Care in Crisis | 10 Sep 2025 | 00:10:29 | |
A broken system is leaving millions without help. 🛑 Let’s rethink pay, policy, and innovation to rebuild caregiving into a win for all. 💡 ✅ The U.S. faces a mounting shortage of caregivers for people with disabilities. ✅ Nearly 42 million Americans live with disabilities, many aging into greater need. ✅ Medicaid HCBS waitlists top 700,000 individuals in urgent need of care. ✅ Wages remain stuck around $15/hour—insufficient to attract and keep workers. ✅ High turnover not only disrupts care but also drives hidden organizational costs. ✅ Current models overly rely on government funding, creating market distortions. ✅ A “GI Bill”–style approach for DSPs could attract and retain a strong workforce. ✅ Market-based solutions can drive competition, higher wages, and better services. ✅ Leveraging technology can slash administrative burdens and focus on direct care. ✅ This is an opportunity to transform caregiving into an economic growth engine. The future of caregiving depends on innovation, choice, and empowering workers—families can’t afford to wait any longer. 💪 Ⓒ 2025 PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation #CareCrisis #DisabilitySupport #HomeCareWorkers #DSPsMatter #HealthcareWorkforce #SupportCaregivers #MedicaidReform #PolicyChangeNow #DisabilityCare #AgingAndDisability #HealthcareInnovation #SmartCareSolutions #EconomicGrowth #GIBillForCaregivers #FairWagesNow #WorkforceSolutions #BetterCareFuture #HealthcareEquity #DisabilityStrong #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.4 - The Path to Prosperity is Paved by Perseverance | 15 Nov 2023 | 00:06:15 | |
Join David D'Arcangelo in this inspiring episode as he delves into the transformative force of perseverance. Sharing personal experiences and insights, he emphasizes how the path to prosperity is genuinely paved by perseverance. Discover the inherent problem-solving abilities within people with disabilities and the challenges they triumph over. A must-listen for those seeking motivation and a fresh perspective on overcoming life's obstacles. Website: Disability Employment Solutions Ⓒ 2023 PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation | |||
| Ep.3 - How to Employ & be Employed | 08 Nov 2023 | 00:12:27 | |
David D'Arcangelo and guest Neil Romano discuss disability employment, explore the importance of assessing individuals based on their abilities and fostering workplace inclusivity & highlights the significance of recognizing untapped potential and shifting the perspective to create an inclusive workplace culture. Mr. Neil Romano has dedicated his career to the marketing of ideas. As president of The Romano Group LLC, he developed some of the most visible and effective public health programs in United States history. Neil’s extensive background includes tenure in The Reagan Administration as Director of Communications for the White House Office of Drug Abuse Policy, where he worked on campaigns such as “Just Say No” and “America Responds to AIDS.” Website: Disability Employment Solutions Ⓒ 2023 PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation
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| Ep.2 - We are all in Various States of Ability | 01 Nov 2023 | 00:08:00 | |
Dave D'Arcangelo continues the discussion about discrimination faced by people with disabilities, especially in employment. We delves into the significance of employment as the first title in the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and presents a compelling field study showing discrimination in hiring. David calls for a shift in focus from disability to ability, aiming to bring more individuals with disabilities into the workforce and promote inclusivity. Website: Disability Employment Solutions Ⓒ 2023 PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation | |||
| Ep.1 - Challenges & Opportunities in Employment for People w/Disabilities | 25 Oct 2023 | 00:11:22 | |
In the debut episode of Save As: Ability, host David D'Arcangelo celebrates the abilities of people with disabilities. He emphasizes the positive impact of employment and its role in fostering independence. The episode sheds light on the challenges faced by a significant portion of the disabled population who are not part of the labor force. It's an inspiring discussion that highlights the untapped potential within this group and the need to bring them into the workforce. Legally blind from a young age, David D’Arcangelo, is a passionate leader and advocate for people with disabilities and underserved populations. He has built successful and meaningful careers in both the public and private sectors. David’s distinguished career includes serving as a Council Member of the National Council on Disability (NCD), Commissioner of the Massachusetts Commission for the Blind (MCB,) Director of the Massachusetts Office on Disability (MOD,) and being elected three times as City Councilor At-Large. David is currently the President of Arc Angel Communications a Limited Liability Corporation that is a Certified Disability Owned Business Enterprise. As a Presidential appointee, David served NCD, which is an independent federal agency that plays a leading role in crafting disability policy, and advising the President, Congress, and other federal agencies on disability policies, programs, and practices. As a Gubernatorial appointee, David served MCB & MOD and led both agencies through extensive modernization and innovations that produced positive results for people with disabilities. Website: Disability Employment Solutions Ⓒ 2023 PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation | |||
| Ep.0 - Series Tease | 22 Oct 2023 | 00:00:22 | |
Information regarding disability employment issues. David D'Arcangelo is a disability policy expert. Website: Disability Employment Solutions Ⓒ 2023 PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation
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| Ep.93 - AI Bias & Disability | 03 Sep 2025 | 00:11:01 | |
AI is shaping the future, but what happens when people with disabilities are left out? 🤖 Let’s uncover how bias in AI impacts fairness and inclusion. ⚖️ ✅ Explore how AI and large language models influence daily life and access to information. AI isn’t neutral—its fairness depends on the data we feed it. We must fight bias to build a truly inclusive future. 🌍 Ⓒ 2025 PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation #AIandDisability #DisabilityInclusion #BiasInAI #AccessibleAI #AIRepresentation #InclusiveTech #Neurodiversity #DigitalInclusion #FairAI #AIethics #AssistiveTech #TechEquity #AIcommunity #SocialJusticeTech #AIinnovation #HumanCenteredAI #AIbias #AccessibilityMatters #DisabilityRights #TechForGood #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.92 - Braille Literacy as Global Power | 13 Aug 2025 | 00:12:37 | |
Empowerment knows no borders. 🌍 Dive into how the Braille Institute is changing lives through innovation, literacy & international reach. 🔠 ✨ ✅ Meet Rachel Antoine, Senior Director of International Programs. ✅ Explore the mission to empower individuals at every stage of vision loss. ✅ Learn about the international expansion of Braille Institute services ✅ Discover the impact of free virtual services for blind communities worldwide. ✅ Understand the Braille Challenge: 25+ years of educational transformation. ✅ Braille literacy = academic achievement, independence & employment. ✅ Dive into the shortage of Braille teachers and the response. ✅ Celebrate community heroes like the Braille Teacher of the Year. ✅ Access tools like the Atkinson Hyperlegible font & full-service programming. ✅ Get involved: volunteer, donate, or refer someone to life-changing support. Braille is more than literacy—it's a gateway to freedom, confidence, and global connection. 🌐 ✨ Braille Institute of America: https://www.brailleinstitute.org/ Braille Challenge: https://www.brailleinstitute.org/braille-challenge/ Rachel Antoine is the Senior Director of International Programs at the Braille Institute, where she leads the global expansion of programs and services to reach communities in need. With a background in political science, she began her public service career in Massachusetts state government. It was her role at the MA Commission for the Blind that first introduced her to the blindness field and ignited her passion for this work. An active volunteer in Los Angeles, Rachel has dedicated her time to various community initiatives. She's also served on multiple advisory committees and was recognized as a 2021 APH honoree. Originally from Boston, she remains a passionate fan of Boston sports, loves to travel, and enjoys hiking the scenic trails around SoCal in her free time. Ⓒ 2025 PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation #BrailleInstitute #DisabilityEmpowerment #BlindNotBroken #BrailleChallenge #BrailleLiteracy #VisionLossSupport #InclusionMatters #DisabilityAwareness #VirtualInclusion #AccessibleEducation #TechForGood #GlobalDisability #BlindCommunity #NonprofitImpact #EducationEquity #UniversalDesign #InclusiveFuture #AdaptiveTech #AssistiveTechnology #ChangeMakers #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.91 - Disability-Driven Innovation | 06 Aug 2025 | 00:17:27 | |
Disability isn’t a barrier—it’s a catalyst. ⚡📈 Bob Ludke reveals how embracing inclusion boosts resilience, innovation, and company culture. ✅ Meet Bob Ludke: policy expert, author, and disability inclusion advocate Inclusion isn’t charity—it’s a strategic edge built on lived experience, resilience, and innovation. 💥 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rludke/ Book: Case Studies in Disability-Driven Innovation Bob is the founder and CEO of Ludke Consulting, a boutique practice based on the belief that we are witnessing a once-in-a-lifetime transformation of our society – for the better. There is consensus that we must invest in people, treat nature as a precious resource, create products that provide real value in our lives, and embrace the benefits of inclusion in all its forms. He is also the co-founder of Value Inclusion, the only consultancy that brings together actionable, c-suite strategy, evidence-based research, and first-hand experience of driving competitive, integrated employment of persons across the disability spectrum in a way that drives brand, reputational, and bottom-line growth. Bob has authored two books:
Bob is also the creator of the Voices of Nature podcast in partnership with Global Conservation Corps. The podcast interviews people on the front lines of protecting nature all over the world to provide listeners with tangible actions they can take to help nature in their community. Bob began his career in the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives, advising on tax, budget, and economic policy issues, developing legislation, and creating message and communications strategies as part of the Senate Democratic leadership team. Following his time on Capitol Hill, Bob was a lecturer at the United States International University in Nairobi, Kenya. He created and taught courses in that position, including U.S. History, the U.S. Congress, and American Foreign Policy. Bob also presented at the National Defense College, Kenya, and participated in workshops with the Parliament of Kenya. Ⓒ 2025 PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation #ADAlegacy #DisabilityInnovation #RedefiningAbility #DisabilityAdvocate #PrivateSectorInclusion #PurposeDrivenWork #LinkedInCommunity #HiddenDisabilities #LivedExperienceLeadership #PolicyToPractice #LeadershipJourney #BreakingBarriers #FutureOfWork #InclusiveHiring #RepresentationMatters #BipartisanChange #EmpowerAbilities #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.90 - ADA: Prohibits Disability Discrimination | 30 Jul 2025 | 00:11:58 | |
ADA Title I means you're protected and qualified.Know your worth. Know your rights. Let’s make work work for all. 🔒 ✅ Celebrating the 35th birthday of the ADA—what a legacy! Angel Buttons LLC: https://www.youtube.com/@AngelButtonsLLC Ⓒ 2025 PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation #ADAat35 #WorkWithDignity #DisabilityAwareness #EquityInAction #TitleIRights #DisabilityPower #SaveAsAbilityShow #InclusiveByDesign #WorkplaceRightsMatter #FederalDisabilityLaw #StrongerTogether #DisabilityVoice #BipartisanInclusion #ADAProtections #EmploymentAccess #BeyondCompliance #DisabilityMatters #EquityWins #AccessibilityCulture #BreakTheBias #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.89 - Reasonable Accommodation & Undue Hardship under the ADA | 23 Jul 2025 | 00:13:09 | |
Tired of the “undue hardship” excuse? We are too. ✅ Title I of the ADA: rights, rules, and responsibility Angel Buttons LLC: https://www.youtube.com/@AngelButtonsLLC Ⓒ 2025 PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation #AccommodateThis #InclusionRevolution #SmashTheStigma #ADACompliance #SaveAsAbility #WorkplaceJustice #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs #AccessibilityWins #DisabilityEmpowerment #FlexibleWork #UndueHardshipMyth #RemoteAccess #BreakBarriers #InclusionIsPower #EmploymentEquity #JusticeAtWork #ADA35 #AdvocacyMatters #HRThatCares #CultureShift #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.88 - Neurodiversity at Work | 16 Jul 2025 | 00:11:37 | |
What if the most loyal, hardworking employees are sitting on the sidelines? This episode breaks down the untapped talent pool of people with intellectual disabilities — millions ready to shine when given the chance. 💼 ❤️ Hear how rethinking interviews, flexible schedules, and smart hiring transforms lives and boosts business. 📈 Let’s make the workforce truly inclusive, one barrier at a time! 🧩 Angel Buttons LLC: https://www.youtube.com/@AngelButtonsLLC Ⓒ 2025 PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation #Neurodiversity #InclusionMatters #WorkforceRevolution #HiddenTalent #IDDAwareness #HireInclusion #FutureOfWork #CompetitiveEmployment #NeurodivergentVoices #DisabilityPride #EmploymentFirst #UntappedPotential #AbilityNotDisability #InclusiveHiring #WorkplaceInnovation #UnlockPotential #ChangeTheNarrative #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.87 - Beyond Limits: Valley Center for the Blind | 09 Jul 2025 | 00:13:53 | |
It’s time to digitize dusty files and diversify your hiring — Valley Center for the Blind is proving that accessible workforces work smarter. 🧩 In this episode, Shellena Heber drops real talk about scaling programs, building revenue like a boss, and why inclusive hiring isn’t charity — it’s good business. Get the blueprint to hire differently and thrive. 💯 🌍 Valley Center for the Blind https://myvcb.org/business-industrial/ Shellena Heber is the Executive Director of the Valley Center for the Blind, serving Madera, Fresno, Kings, Tulare, and Kern Counties. VCB supports, trains, and employs people who are blind or have low vision. As a member of local, state, and national coalitions that support and advocate for people with disabilities, Shellena participates in opportunities that help providers like VCB continue to grow and serve the communities that need their services. Since Shellena began to serve as VCB's Executive Director, VCB has increased its capacity to support local businesses by providing qualified candidates, website accessibility services, and navigating accommodations for employees who are blind or have low vision. With her leadership and our community's support, VCB can continue to expand and ensure everyone with a visual impairment can reach their goals. Angel Buttons LLC: https://www.youtube.com/@AngelButtonsLLC Website: Disability Employment Solutions Ⓒ 2025 PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation #BeyondLimits #BlindSuccess #InclusionRevolution #BlindNotBroken #AccessForAll #AbilityOne #WorkplaceInclusion #DiversityWins #FutureReady #TechForGood #EmpowerBlind #SocialGood #CommunityImpact #SoftSkills #CareerGrowth #BlindEmployment #ChangemakersUnite #DisabilityPride #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.86 - Ticket to Work | 02 Jul 2025 | 00:13:44 | |
Ever wonder if the government’s “Ticket to Work” program actually works? In this explosive episode, we break down how this 26-year-old system was meant to help people with disabilities find work — but the results? 📉 🤨 A program designed to break the benefits cliff has turned into a money pit with barriers, bureaucracy, and outdated rules that hold real people back. 💔 Get the truth, the numbers & no-BS vision for how we can flip this script and make work work for everyone. 🔥 Angel Buttons LLC: https://www.youtube.com/@AngelButtonsLLC Website: Disability Employment Solutions Ⓒ 2025 PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation #TicketToWork #DisabilityRights #BenefitsCliff #SocialSecurity #DisabilityAwareness #SystemReform #PolicyChange #VocRehab #EmploymentNetwork #InclusionMatters #AccessibleJobs #WorkforceEquity #FutureOfWork #Bureaucracy #DisabilityCommunity #FixTheSystem #Advocacy #TruthBombs #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.85 - #TagTheTitans | 25 Jun 2025 | 00:10:15 | |
It’s time to shake the podcast world. In this episode of Save As: Ability, we throw down the gauntlet to the biggest voices in podcasting—@JoeRogan, @TuckerCarlson, @JordanPeterson—and asks one simple thing: Let’s talk disability. 💥 This isn’t a pitch—it’s a movement. With over 60 million Americans living with a disability, it’s not niche, it’s now. Hashtag. Share. Amplify. The time is NOW. 🚨 Angel Buttons LLC: https://www.youtube.com/@AngelButtonsLLC Website: Disability Employment Solutions Ⓒ 2025 PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation #TagTheTitans #DisabilityMatters #JoeRoganChallenge #DisabilityInAmerica #PodcastCallout #RepresentationNow #AccessForAll #DisabilityIsDignity #InclusionRevolution #TalkAboutDisability #PodcastPower #ChangeTheNarrative #JordanPetersonTalks #TuckerTalksDisability #AmplifyDisabledVoices #SystemicChangeNow #PeopleWithDisabilitiesUnite #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.102 - Mental Health, Empathy & Healing | 05 Nov 2025 | 00:15:35 | |
Dive deep into an honest conversation about mental health, stigma, and healing. 💬 🧠 Dr. Keith Ablow and David D’Arcangelo explore empathy, focus, and the power of being heard. ✅ October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month—let’s talk mental health in the workplace. Empathy heals more than medicine alone—listening deeply can be the bridge from struggle to recovery. 💖 Empowering You to Take Control of Your Thoughts and Emotions, to Meet Any Challenge and to Achieve Any Goal Keith Ablow is a graduate of Brown University and the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine.
Keith's 16 books have sold millions of copies and been translated into eight languages. Ⓒ 2025 PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation #MentalHealthAwareness #EmpathyHeals #KeithAblow #MindfulConversations #StigmaFree #YouAreNotAlone #HealingTogether #Neurodiversity #InvisibleDisabilities #MentalHealthMatters #EmpathyRevolution #PodcastCommunity #HopeAndHealing #SelfCare #NeuroInclusion #MentalWellness #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.84 - Access Granted: Inside Salesforce’s Disability Inclusion Revolution | 18 Jun 2025 | 00:13:33 | |
What happens when accessibility isn't an afterthought, but the mission? In this powerful episode, David chats with Ally Green from Salesforce, who breaks down how one of the world's largest tech giants is actually walking the talk on disability inclusion 🌍. From their innovative “hub and spoke” strategy 🧠 to AI-powered agents 🤖 making Slack and Salesforce more usable for everyone, this is more than just lip service—it's the future of work 🔥. Tune in to learn how YOU can get certified, mentored, and hired through their Workforce Navigators program 🙌. Representation matters. Opportunity matters. Accessibility is innovation. 🚀 ✨ Workforce Navigators https://workforcenavigators.salesforce.com/ Office of Accessibility https://www.salesforce.com/company/accessibility/tech-workplace/ LinkedIn Ally Green is a Senior Manager of Workforce and Technical Program Strategy at Salesforce, leading the Workforce Navigators program within the Office of Accessibility. Ally is a certified Salesforce Admin, passionate about building inclusive and accessible career pathways through tech and workforce programs. Ally has been with Salesforce for a little over three years working remotely from New Jersey—juggling work, a toddler, and preparing for baby girl #2 this upcoming November. Angel Buttons LLC: https://www.youtube.com/@AngelButtonsLLC Website: Disability Employment Solutions Ⓒ 2025 PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation #DisabilityInclusion #TechForGood #SalesforceAccessibility #WorkforceNavigators #AccessibleTech #InclusionRevolution #AllyGreen #FutureOfWork #DisabilityAwareness #CareerAccessibility #AccessibleWorkforce #NeurodiverseHiring #BlindTech #RemoteWorkEquity #CertifiedWithSalesforce #TechChampions #DisabilityEmpowerment #LevelThePlayingField #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.83 - Discipline & Dreams: Gwyn LaRee’s Journey from Marine to Actor | 11 Jun 2025 | 00:15:36 | |
Gwyn LaRee is not just a talented actor — she’s a U.S. Marine Corps veteran whose resilience powers every role she plays. From her early days in uniform to her current life in front of the camera, Gwyn shares how military precision and artistic passion collide in her career. 🇺🇸 🎭🎬 This episode dives into her filmography, audition war stories, and her take on authentic representation in Hollywood. A must-listen for creatives and casting pros alike! 🎙️🎞️ 🎥 Easterseals Disability Film Challenge: https://disabilityfilmchallenge.com/ Grief Dialogues: https://www.griefdialogues.com/ Gwyn LaRee's links: WALL OF STONE poem: https://youtu.be/NoEPv9ldfas. YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY_cQkMRNNH0ybXpAgTPRVw Linktree: https://www.linktr.ee/GwynLaRee IMBD: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1771162/ Gwyn LaRee is a Desert Storm era Marine Corps Veteran with multiple disabilities from her time in service. A professional actor since 2012, Gwyn can be seen on such shows as The Flight Attendant, Never Have I Ever …, Bosch: Legacy and many more. She is also a proud member of the Easterseals Disability Film Challenge’s Sony Disability Loop Group and a volunteer instructor with Autism Empowerment’s Neurodiversity Creators Collective. Gwyn runs a small alpaca rescue/retirement home in SW Washington with her family when she is not performing or teaching. This keeps her firmly tied to her blue-collar roots and enables her to bring “country” characters to life with realism and understanding. A "closet" writer for most of her life, Gwyn has begun to share her stories and experiences with her work with the "Returning Soldiers Speak" program. A book of her poetry, Kyrie’s Song is expected to be published later this year. Gwyn is always on the lookout for new Veteran connections, new stories to tell and new ways to integrate the Disabled, Veteran and civilian communities. Angel Buttons LLC: https://www.youtube.com/@AngelButtonsLLC Website: Disability Employment Solutions Ⓒ 2025 PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation #GwynLaRee #ActorLife #MarineVeteran #USMC #VeteranVoices #MilitaryToMovies #VeteranToArtist #FromMarinesToMovies #ActingCareer #USMCVeteran #OnScreenTalent #AuthenticVoices #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.82 - AI in Action | 04 Jun 2025 | 00:12:27 | |
AI isn’t coming — it’s already making moves! We discuss the jaw-dropping world of AI that’s helping people with hearing, vision, cognitive, and mobility challenges right now. 🧠 From real-time captions 📲 to smart wheelchairs 🦽 and voice assistants that boost your daily routine 🚽, this tech is personal, powerful, and totally here for YOU. Hit play and find out how artificial intelligence is creating real human freedom. 🚀 Website: Disability Employment Solutions Ⓒ 2025 PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation #DisabilityInnovation #AIInRealLife #TechEmpowers #InclusionRevolution #DigitalAccessibility #BeMyEyes #OtterAI #AlexaAssist #SmartIndependence #NeurodivergentVoices #AIForAutism #MobilityTech #CognitiveAccessibility #DailyLivingSolutions #SmartHomeLife #AssistiveRevolution #DisabilityPride365 #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.81 - Executive Order for Prescription Drugs | 28 May 2025 | 00:09:15 | |
Breaking News: Your meds might soon get a lot cheaper—and it’s not just talk. This wasn’t the episode we planned—but it’s the one we HAD to do. 🚨 This executive order is changing the game for Medicare, Medicaid, and millions of Americans with disabilities. 💊 We discuss how holding Big Pharma accountable could create health equity like we’ve never seen before. This is dignity. This is policy with purpose. 🇺🇸 Website: Disability Employment Solutions Ⓒ 2025 PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation #FromCrisisToCure #DrugPricingReform #DisabilityVoices #EquityNow #MedicareChanges #MedicaidMatters #HealthWithDignity #PriceCheckChallenge #FixTheSystem #AccessIsEverything #ChronicHealthAwareness #PharmaAccountability #ExecutiveAction #YouthInPolicy #ThisIsDisability #PolicyForThePeople #PriceParityNow #NoMoreOverpaying #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.80 - Accessible Ridesharing | 21 May 2025 | 00:13:58 | |
Imagine your phone = your car keys. For millions with disabilities, rideshare apps like Uber and Lyft are doing just that. But are they truly accessible for everyone? 🤔 🚗 ✨ In this episode, we break down how ride sharing is opening doors (literally and figuratively) for people with disabilities — and why same trip, same time, same price isn’t just a slogan… it’s a civil right. 🧑🦯 ♿ Website: Disability Employment Solutions Ⓒ 2025 PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation #AccessibilityMatters #SameTripSameTimeSamePrice #RideShareEquality #DisabilityRights #InclusiveDesign #SmartphoneFreedom #UberAccess #LyftLife #ADAaware #AccessibleTransport #MobilityForAll #RideWithRespect #TechForInclusion #SelfDeterminationNow #EqualAccessNow #AssistiveTech #OnDemandAccess #DisabilityJustice #BarrierFreeTravel #EmpowerEveryRide #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.79 - Service Animals | 14 May 2025 | 00:15:33 | |
Ever seen a dog in a public space and wondered if it was a service animal? You might be surprised to learn that these incredible companions aren't just pets, they're trained medical assistants with legal rights. 🔍 In this episode, we clarify what makes a dog a service animal vs. an emotional support animal, and debunk common misconceptions about these highly trained helpers. 🐕 💼 Tune in for the facts every pet lover should know! 💡 Website: Disability Employment Solutions Ⓒ 2025 PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation #ServiceDog #ServiceAnimals #ADAcompliance #AnimalAssistants #PublicSpaces #AnimalSupport #MythBusting #DisabilityAwareness #AnimalTraining #PublicAccessRights #ServiceDogTraining #InclusionMatters #EmotionalSupportAnimals #RespectServiceAnimals #TaskTrained #AccessibilityMatters #DisabilitySupport #AnimalsForGood #DogLovers #Empowerment #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.78 - Government Efficiency | 07 May 2025 | 00:06:47 | |
Let’s bust a myth: NO, Social Security and Medicare aren’t being slashed. David is coming in HOT to debunk the fear-fueled headlines. This isn’t about cuts—it’s about cleaning up fraud and ensuring long-term success for disability benefits. 👀 Don’t fall for the banana in the tailpipe 🍌🚗—get the real story and learn how this affects YOU. Ⓒ 2025 PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #ReasonableAccommodation #MythBusted #DisabilityBenefits #SSISSDI #MedicareTruth #NoCutsJustCleanup #DisabledVoices #GovernmentTransparency #FearlessFacts #StopScaringPeople #EfficiencyMatters #SocialSecurityStrong #MiniButMighty #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.77 - Bit by BIT: Guide to Winning in Tech | 30 Apr 2025 | 00:14:30 | |
Who needs sight when you’ve got vision? Mike Hess isn’t just working in tech—he’s redefining it for the blind and low vision community around the globe. 👁️🗨️ 🌍 ⚙️ BIT is launching people into six-figure careers through free Salesforce certs and paid apprenticeships. 💸🚀 His model is fierce, focused, and flipping the employment script for good. This one’s for the builders, the disruptors, and the dreamers who refuse to accept "no" as the final answer. Let’s go. 🎤🔥 Visit BIT’s website: www.blindit.org To become a BIT Career Seeker, please visit: https://blindit.org/job-seekers/ Questions for Mike? Hit him up directly: mike@blindit.org Mike Hess, a tech industry veteran with over 20 years of experience managing multi-million-dollar projects for Fortune 500 companies, noticed a troubling trend – he was often the only blind professional in the room. Recognizing the untapped potential of the blind and visually impaired (BVI) community, he founded Blind Institute of Technology (BIT) to challenge stereotypes, break down employment barriers, and promote equity for disabled professionals in corporate America. Under Mike's leadership, BIT has secured major corporate and federal grants, including an $8M Disability Innovation Fund grant, significantly expanding workforce accessibility programs for professionals with disabilities. Through strategic partnerships with Fortune 500 companies and other organizations, BIT has successfully placed hundreds of BVI and disabled professionals into high-impact careers worldwide. To further address the growing demand for marketable tech skills among people with disabilities, Mike launched the BIT Academy. In partnership with Salesforce, the Academy provides specialized training in Salesforce Administration, Digital Accessibility Analysis, and other in-demand fields, empowering professionals with disabilities to compete and thrive in today's workforce. BIT is the only Salesforce-approved training provider for people with disabilities, solidifying its role as a leader in workforce development and disability inclusion. Through his vision, advocacy, and relentless pursuit of equity, Mike continues to redefine what's possible for professionals with disabilities, ensuring that talent is recognized, valued, and celebrated – regardless of disability.
Website: Disability Employment Solutions Ⓒ 2025 PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation #BitbyBIT #NoEyesAllVision #TechIsForEveryone #BlindTechTakeover #VisionaryMoves #FutureOfWork #DisabilityLeadership #TechEquityNow #SixFigureStories #BITWorldwide #BlindAndBrilliant #AccessibilityFirst #PaidToSucceed #SalesforceSuperstars #TrailblazerTalks #TechForChange #DisabilityDriven #InnovateAccessibly #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.76 - Living Independently w/a Disability | 23 Apr 2025 | 00:08:55 | |
You can’t have disability without first having ability! In this episode of Save As: Ability, David D’Arcangelo gets real about what true independence looks like in 2025. We’re talking about using tech to gain freedom, government programs that need a serious upgrade, and how adaptive living isn’t a dream—it’s a right. 🛠️🏠 Whether it’s banking, traveling, or just being able to handle daily life, this is about crushing barriers and building a world where disability doesn’t limit your power. 💥 Let’s center ability first and push for systems that support ALL of us! 🔥 Ⓒ 2025 PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #ReasonableAccommodation #AbilityOverLabels #SmashTheStigma #LiveIndependently #DisabilityStrong #AccessMatters #InclusionWorks #AssistiveTech #SmartLiving #BarrierFree #PowerInDiversity #DisabilityRightsAreHumanRights #RedefineNormal #DisabilityAdvocate #InclusionIsCool #IndependenceWithSupport #FutureIsAccessible #AccessibleLiving #UniversalAccess #DisabilityEmpowerment #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.75 - Disability Representation in Media | 16 Apr 2025 | 00:09:06 | |
Why are 1 in 4 people living with disabilities — but not even 2 in 100 movie characters reflect them? In this eye-opening episode 👀 we pull back the Hollywood curtain to expose the harsh truth: media is still flopping on representation. From “inspiration porn” to non-disabled actors “cripping up” for roles, we unpack the real impact of fake representation — and highlight the trailblazers finally getting it right. 🎥✨ This one’s for the storytellers, the rebels, and the change-makers. Time to rewrite the script. 📝🔥 Ⓒ 2025PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #ReasonableAccommodation #ReelRepresentation #DisabilityInMedia #HollywoodNeedsToChange #AuthenticStories #RepresentationMatters #CrippingUpIsNotOkay #StopInspirationPorn #DisabilityIsDiversity #InclusionInFilm #FeelingThrough #CODATheMovie #DisabledAndProud #InclusiveCasting #MediaRevolution #BreakTheStereotypes #BehindTheScenesToo #DisabilityVisibility #DisruptHollywood #StorytellingThatMatters #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.101 - Building Disability-Owned Business Power | 29 Oct 2025 | 00:13:32 | |
Discover how disability-owned businesses are transforming corporate America with inclusion and innovation. 💼 🌍 Join David D’Arcangelo and Cami Turcotte from Disability:IN as they break down supplier diversity and the rise of “DOBEs.” ✅ Learn how Disability:IN connects corporations with disability-owned business enterprises (DOBEs). ✅ Cami shares how the organization grew from 16 to nearly 1,000 certified DOBEs. ✅ Explore how supplier inclusion drives opportunity and equity across industries. ✅ Hear how major corporations are embracing disability inclusion in their business models. ✅ Understand the vital role of data and research in building the case for disability employment. ✅ Discover how hybrid and remote work open new doors for accessibility and independence. ✅ See how technology continues to redefine what inclusion looks like in modern workplaces. ✅ Get insight into partnerships with companies like Accenture that push real progress. ✅ Find out how entrepreneurs with disabilities can join and grow through Disability:IN. Inclusion isn’t charity—it’s smart business. Supplier diversity empowers disability-owned enterprises to lead the future of innovation and equity. 💪 Disability:IN https://disabilityin.org/ Cami oversees the Supplier Inclusion program, ensuring engagement, and value add to Corporate Partners and Certified DOBEs. She is responsible for developing and leading Disability:IN’s global supply chain and supplier inclusion strategy and programming. Executing all engagement, inclusion, communication, change management, and learning initiatives to deliver positive impact and outcomes for key stakeholders as it relates to supply chain-related programming. Over the course of her time with Disability:IN’s Supplier Inclusion Program, she has worked closely with suppliers to foster and build their success as certified Disability- Owned Business Enterprises. She works to promote the importance of certification and the value that it provides through relationships, business development and further education, as well as support corporate partners in their internal mission around supplier inclusion. Cami attended Florida State University and graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Criminology. She has two teenage boys and spends most of her free time at the gym, attending concerts and chasing after her dogs! Ⓒ 2025 PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation #DisabilityInclusion #SupplierDiversity #DOBE #InclusiveBusiness #AccessibilityMatters #DisabilityOwned #Entrepreneurship #CorporateResponsibility #DiversityEquityInclusion #RemoteWork #InclusiveWorkforce #DisabilityEmpowerment #SocialImpact #BusinessInnovation #HybridWork #RepresentationMatters #Leadership #DisabilityAwareness #EmploymentEquity #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.74 - Top 5 Assistive Technology Devices | 09 Apr 2025 | 00:10:45 | |
What if the key to independence was right in your pocket? From smartphones to smart homes, we're counting down the top 5 assistive technology devices that are transforming accessibility and breaking down barriers for people with disabilities. Whether it's screen readers, speech-to-text tools, or power wheelchairs, these innovations are changing the game! 🎧✨ Which assistive device has made the biggest impact on your life? Drop us a comment! 💬👇 Ⓒ 2025PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation #AssistiveTech #DisabilityInclusion #AccessibleTech #SmartphonesForAll #ScreenReaders #JAWS #PowerWheelchairs #MobilityMatters #SpeechToText #TechForGood #SmartHomes #AugmentativeCommunication #InclusionRevolution #AdaptiveTech #AccessibilityMatters #DigitalInclusion #IndependenceThroughTech #EmpowermentThroughInnovation #BreakingBarriers #InnovationForAll #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.73 - Top 10 Universal Design Elements | 02 Apr 2025 | 00:12:24 | |
Did you know automatic doors, wider hallways, and closed captions weren’t just made for accessibility—they improve life for everyone? 🌎💡 Whether you're carrying groceries, pushing a stroller, or just looking for a smoother experience, universal design is making everyday tasks easier. Join us on Save As: Ability as we break down the 10 most impactful design features that are shaping a more accessible future! Let’s make inclusion the standard. ♿✨ Ⓒ 2025PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation #AccessibilityForAll #UniversalDesign #DesignMatters #SaveAsAbility #FutureOfDesign #InclusionRevolution #ADA #DisabilityRights #MobilityAccess #ClosedCaptions #PublicSpaces #LeverHandles #Elevators #AccessFirst #InclusiveInnovation #BarrierFreeLiving #WayfindingTech #EqualAccess #UrbanAccessibility #BetterForEveryone #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.72 - Unlocking Value | 26 Mar 2025 | 00:11:33 | |
What if we told you that including people with disabilities in your workforce isn't just the right thing to do—it's a business advantage? 📈💡 Data shows that companies who prioritize disability inclusion outperform their competitors with higher profits, retention rates, and engagement. Plus, 71% of consumers prefer brands that embrace accessibility. 🔥 Tune in to for 5 game-changing ways to make disability inclusion work for YOU! 🏆 Ⓒ 2025PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation #InclusiveWorkplace #DisabilityAdvantage #HiringMatters #DiversityWins #FutureOfWork #AccessibilityForAll #WorkplaceSuccess #HRInnovations #LeadershipMatters #EmploymentForAll #LevelUpYourBusiness #TalentKnowsNoLimits #EqualPayEqualWork #BreakTheBias #ProductivityHacks #SocialImpact #PeopleOverProfit #InnovateToWin #RepresentationMatters #BusinessGrowth #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.71 - Practical Solutions for HR Managers | 19 Mar 2025 | 00:11:18 | |
Want to attract top talent, boost retention, and increase profits—all while making your workplace more inclusive? ✅✅✅ Here’s the secret: Hiring people with disabilities isn’t a challenge—it’s an opportunity. In this episode, we’re breaking down the 5 BIGGEST HR misconceptions and showing you how to: 👉 Tap into a hidden talent pool Let’s ditch the excuses and embrace practical, proven solutions that work for everyone. 💼💡 Ⓒ 2025PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation #HiringHacks #WorkforceInclusion #DiversityWins #HRSuccess #AccessibilityAtWork #CareerOpportunities #InclusionMatters #SmartHiring #BusinessGrowth #HRStrategy #CorporateInnovation #BeyondLabels #EmploymentFirst #HRBestPractices #TalentForTheFuture #RecruitmentGameChanger #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.70 - Six Prevalence Types of People w/Disabilities | 12 Mar 2025 | 00:08:44 | |
Not all disabilities are the same—so why should policies be one-size-fits-all? 🤔 In this episode, we dive into the six major prevalence types of disability as defined by the American Community Survey (ACS). From hearing and vision impairments to mobility and cognitive challenges, we explore how targeted solutions can create real change. Let’s shift the perspective from “limitations” to opportunities for accessibility, independence, and inclusion. 💪♿ 🎧 Tune in and discover how data-driven policies are shaping a more accessible future! Ⓒ 2025PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation #DisabilityAwareness #InclusionMatters #AccessibilityForAll #DisabilityRights #AdaptiveLiving #MobilityMatters #CognitiveDiversity #BlindnessAwareness #DeafCommunity #PolicyChange #SelfDetermination #DisabilityAdvocacy #DisabilityData #SocialChange #InclusionRevolution #BreakTheBarriers #Empowerment #Neurodiversity #EqualOpportunities #RepresentationMatters #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.69 - Transportation Access | 05 Mar 2025 | 00:21:07 | |
Public transportation should be for EVERYONE, but for many people with disabilities, it’s a daily battle. From broken elevators to unreliable paratransit, the system isn’t built for inclusion. 🚆💡 In this episode, we dive into real stories, systemic barriers, and the game-changing innovations that could make transit truly accessible. 🏙️♿ Because mobility = freedom! Let’s talk about how we can make getting there easier for all. 🚍🔑 Ⓒ 2025PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation #AccessibleTransit #MobilityForAll #TransitJustice #PublicTransportation #InclusionMatters #DisabilityRights #ParatransitFails #FixTheSystem #RideWithDignity #ADACompliance #BarrierFree #CityLife #TransportationEquality #UniversalAccess #TravelWithoutLimits #BetterTransitNow #FreedomToMove #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.68 - Focus on What You CAN Do! | 26 Feb 2025 | 00:15:27 | |
The path to success starts with one shift: focus on what you CAN do. 💡 Too often, people with disabilities are told what’s not possible—but today, we’re breaking that mindset! 🧠⚡ Learn how self-reliance, skill-building, and the right mindset create real opportunities in work & life. 💼 Employers—are you missing out on top talent? Don’t let statistics define you—define your own future. 🚀💪 Ⓒ 2025PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation #YesYouCan #PathToSuccess #AbilitiesFirst #BreakTheCycle #DisabilityInclusionMatters #DreamBigWorkHard #OpportunityAwaits #MindsetShift #NoLimits #TakeAction #ResilientAF #WorkforceDiversity #UnleashYourPotential #InclusiveHiring #PushBoundaries #CreateChange #MakeYourMove #AccessForAll #PowerOfPerseverance #TalentIsUniversal #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.67 - Disability Pensions | 19 Feb 2025 | 00:13:04 | |
Confused about disability pensions? You’re not alone. We discuss the key differences between public (think Social Security) and private (employer-sponsored insurance) disability programs. 💼✨🎙️ Learn how these systems worktogether, who qualifies, and how they can impact your financial future. Spoiler: It’s more connected than you think. 🤯 Tap in now—knowledge = power= 💸. Ⓒ 2025PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation #DisabilityRights #PublicVsPrivate #SSDIExplained #DisabilityBenefits #FinancialLiteracy #MillennialFinance #WorkplaceBenefits #InclusionRevolution #InsuranceMatters #FutureProof #PolicyMatters #SelfAdvocacy #MoneyTalks #LongTermPlanning #DisabilitySupport #KnowledgeIsPower #StayInformed #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.66 - Income Situations of People w/Disabilities | 12 Feb 2025 | 00:14:43 | |
Did you know people with disabilities make just77¢ for every $1earned by their peers without disabilities?👀 In this eye-opening episode, we explores why this isn’t just an income gap—it’s an economic chasm. 💥 From stagnant benefits to low labor participation rates, we’re uncovering the hidden barriers keeping people from financial independence. It’s time to challenge the status quo and push for REAL change. Ready to disrupt the cycle? 🔑 Ⓒ 2025PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation #MindTheGap #DisabilityEconomics #FinancialFreedom #InclusionMatters #DisabilityJustice #BreakBarriers #EconomicDisparity #SocialSecurityFacts #LaborForceInclusion #WorkplaceEquality #PolicyReform #UncoverTheTruth #EqualOpportunities #ChallengingNorms #EmpowerChange #DataMatters #InclusionIsKey #WageEquality #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.65 - Various States of Ability | 05 Feb 2025 | 00:10:21 | |
What defines your ability? Is it a fixed trait, or is it a canvas shaped by your willpower, environment, and challenges? 🌟 In this episode, we highlight how disabilities are just another chapter in the broader human story. Whether it's tech innovations, workplace adaptations, or overcoming life’s hurdles, this conversation reminds us: ability is what we make of it. 💡 Ⓒ 2025 PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #DEI #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation #RedefineAbility #DisabilityInclusion #WorkplaceInnovation #AccessForAll #BeyondBarriers #SaveAsAbility #EmpowerChange #AbilityJourney #AdaptAndOvercome #DiversityInclusion #InnovationForAll #HumanCondition #DisabilityAwareness #BreakingLimits #TechForGood #Resilience #PositiveMindset #OpportunityKnocks #InclusionMatters #UnlockPotential #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.100 - Redefining Neurodiversity in the Workplace | 22 Oct 2025 | 00:12:46 | |
Discover how companies can thrive by embracing neurodiversity! 💡 Kathryn Kerrigan joins us to reveal how cognitive differences drive innovation, creativity, and productivity in the modern workplace. 🌈 ✅ Explore how 11 million sensory inputs shape how each brain uniquely functions. True inclusion isn’t just awareness—it’s about optimizing every mind for innovation and growth. 🌟 Kathryn is an accomplished hands-on leader recognized for consistently helping organizations develop and implement technology strategies that enable them to exceed growth and profitability targets. She has broad industry experience in Ecommerce, Retail, Distribution, Discrete and Process Manufacturing, High Tech Electronics, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Professional Services. Kathryn strives to develop long-term relationships with all of her clients built on trust and exceptional service. Kathryn began her career by launching Kathryn Kerrigan Footwear, one of the first dot com fashion ecommerce companies where she was recognized as Crain Magazine’s 40 Under 40, Inc. Magazine’s 30 Under 30 and Entrepreneur Magazine’s Top Emerging Entrepreneurs. She harnessed and applied this experience to Royal Caribbean Cruises, Ltd. within the ecommerce and technology space. Throughout Kathryn’s career she has led large and complex change initiatives for her clients and today leverages her twenty years of experience as the CEO and Founder of UnKommon Revolution. UnKommon Revolution is a professional services firm that guides its clients through the process of Digital Transformation, leveraging its market tested methodology which ensures success through proper executive alignment, effective project governance and measurements, as well as best-in-class platforms from leading providers. With a focus on AI & ML, UnKommon Revolution is a trusted partner in the realm of Generative AI, automating and optimizing business processes. Kathryn also serves as CEO and Co-Founder of Encourage Resources that seeks to create a more inclusive workplace for Neurodivergent employees. Encourage Resources works with organizations to apply untapped talent to a workplace environment that appreciates brilliance, uniqueness, dedication, and a strong work ethic while enhancing the social and economic lives of neurodivergent adults and creating a more inclusive workplace culture. Ⓒ 2025 PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation #Neurodiversity #InclusionAtWork #DisabilityAwareness #WorkplaceInnovation #NeuroShift #AIandNeuroscience #TeamCognition #CognitiveDiversity #LeadershipDevelopment #AccessibleWorkplace #EncourageResources #NeurodivergentTalent #InclusiveCulture #ProductivityBoost #DiversityInTech #MindsetShift #WorkplaceEmpathy #InnovationStrategy #DisabilityEmploymentMonth #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.64 - Improving Our Human Condition | 29 Jan 2025 | 00:09:39 | |
Did you know you can’t have disability without ability? 🎙️ In this episode, David explores what it truly means to unlock human potential—starting with empathy and compassion. From cutting-edge tech to timeless tools like the Brailler, discover how innovations, kindness, and personal responsibility are transforming lives and elevating our shared human condition. 🚀💖 Ⓒ 2025 PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #DEI #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation #AbilityFirst #UnlockPotential #DisabilityEmpowerment #HumanInnovation #AssistiveTech #EmpathyMatters #KindnessIsKey #TechnologyForAll #InclusionMatters #CommunityFirst #HumanCondition #GlobalImpact #FutureFocused #PositiveEnergy #ThinkBig #InspiringChange #EmpowerEveryone #BreakingBarriers #TechForGood #CompassionFirst #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.63 - Disability Owned Business Enterprises | 22 Jan 2025 | 00:11:26 | |
Entrepreneurship isn’t easy, but disability-owned businesses bring a unique edge: resilience, innovation, and unmatched determination. Dive into how these enterprises are redefining the business world, contributing billions to the economy, and overcoming challenges like limited access to capital. Let’s spotlight how supporting DOBEs creates a win-win for businesses and communities. 💼✨ Ⓒ 2025 PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #DEI #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation #DisabilityOwned #InclusiveBusiness #Entrepreneurship #Resilience #DOBEs #SupplierDiversity #EconomicInclusion #Innovation #BusinessGrowth #BreakingBarriers #Accessibility #SupportSmallBusiness #DiversityMatters #RepresentationMatters #BusinessWithPurpose #MillennialEntrepreneurs #GenZLeaders #AbilityFirst #ThrivingTogether #FutureOfWork #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.62 - Living Independently | 15 Jan 2025 | 00:12:59 | |
Independence isn't one-size-fits-all, and this episode dives deep into what it means to truly live freely with a disability. ✨ From accessible housing to financial empowerment and assistive tech , discover the tools and advocacy reshaping lives. 🛠️ Let's break barriers, one solution at a time. Ⓒ 2025 PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #DEI #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation #DisabilityPride #LivingIndependently #AccessibleHousing #AssistiveTech #FinancialFreedom #InclusionMatters #SelfDetermination #IndependentLiving #UniversalDesign #BarrierFree #AdvocateForChange #AccessibilityForAll #InclusionRevolution #LifeWithoutLimits #EmpowermentNow #AbilitiesUnleashed #InnovationForAll #BreakingBarriers #LivingYourBestLife #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.61 - Inclusive Hiring | 08 Jan 2025 | 00:13:21 | |
It’s time to tap into the most overlooked talent pool! 💼 This episode dives into actionable steps for businesses to create a truly inclusive hiring process for people with disabilities. From accessibility audits to mentorship pipelines and tax credits, we’re sharing strategies that lead to success for everyone. 💰 Don’t miss these win-win tips for building stronger, more innovative teams! Ⓒ 2025 PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #DEI #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation #InclusionMatters #DiversityIsStrength #InclusiveHiring #WorkplaceInclusion #AccessibilityForAll #InnovationThroughInclusion #RepresentationMatters #EqualOpportunity #WinWin #TalentUnlocked #AccessibleWorkplace #MentorshipMatters #RecruitmentGoals #EmploymentForAll #CareerAccessibility #DisabilityAdvocacy #DiversityWins #UnlockPotential #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.60 - Individualized Education Programs | 01 Jan 2025 | 00:10:00 | |
Ever wondered what an Individualized Education Program (IEP) really means for students with disabilities? 🎓 David unpacks the ins and outs, sharing insights from his journey as a parent, advocate, and person with a disability. From the legal backdrop of IDEA to real-world challenges and collaboration struggles, we’re bringing you everything you need to know to make IEPs work effectively. 📝 Let's break down the system together. 💡 Website: Disability Employment Solutions Ⓒ 2025 PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #DEI #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation #IEP #EducationRights #SpecialEducation #DisabilityAdvocacy #IDEA #ParentingTips #StudentSuccess #AccessibilityMatters #SchoolSupport #EducationForAll #InclusiveEducation #DisabilityCommunity #LearningDisabilities #EducationPolicy #ParentsAndTeachers #EducationEquity #CollaborationIsKey #EdReform #AcademicSuccess #FutureLeaders #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.59 - Employment First | 25 Dec 2024 | 00:10:10 | |
Join us as we dive deep into the Employment First movement! Discover why real jobs at real wages aren’t just aspirations but crucial milestones for unlocking the immense talent of individuals with disabilities. Explore how integrated employment promotes independence, self- determination, and a thriving society. We’re all about those win-win-win scenarios—let’s change the workforce together! 💼✨ Ⓒ 2024 PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #DEI #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation #EmploymentFirst #DisabilityInclusion #WorkforceDevelopment #RealJobsRealWages #IndependenceMatters #InclusionRevolution #WinWinWin #AbilityNotDisability #SelfDetermination #LaborForceEquality #DisabilityAdvocacy #EmploymentMatters #DisabilityRights #APSE #WorkplaceInclusion #InclusiveEconomy #TalentDevelopment #EmploymentPolicy #Empowerment #WorkplaceEquality #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.58 - VA Disability Benefits | 18 Dec 2024 | 00:12:19 | |
Did you know VA benefits go beyond monthly payments? 😲 From housing assistance to career training, there’s so much available for those who’ve served our country. 🎖️ In this episode, we break down the essentials: eligibility, disability ratings, and how to successfully file (or appeal!) your claim. 🚀 Veterans, take note: your benefits are just a few steps away! 🗂️ US Dept of Veterans Affairs: https://www.va.gov/ The National Veterans Foundation: https://nvf.org/veteran-service-officers/ DAV: https://www.dav.org/ #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #DEI #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation #VADisability #VeteranLife #VAEligibility #VeteranBenefits #MilitaryHeroes #DisabilityRating #VAClaims #SupportVets #VeteranCompensation #VeteransOfInstagram #OnlineResources #DAVSupport #DisabilityAdvocacy #ClaimYourBenefits #MilitarySupport #VeteransAffairs #VocationalRehab #VeteranHousing #VeteranWellness #BenefitsExplained #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.57 - Next-Level Access: AI & Universal Design | 11 Dec 2024 | 00:15:26 | |
Think higher education is already accessible? Think again! On this episode of Save As: Ability, Dr. Andrew Karhan reveals how advanced tech like AI can level the playing field for students with disabilities. 📘 From redefining accommodations to creating inclusive campuses, discover how universal design is reshaping the future of education. 🎓 Don’t miss this must-listen! ✨ 🎙️ Episode Gems: Cape Youth: https://capeyouth.org/ Dr. Andrew Karhan, a project director at San Diego State University’s Interwork Institute (SDSU), is a seasoned professional with nearly 30 years of experience in vocational rehabilitation, workforce development, mental health, developmental disabilities, and transition. His leadership is evident in his current roles as the Project Director of the Center for Advancing Policy on Employment for Youth and the New York Equitable Transition Model Demonstration grants, funded by the U.S. Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) for SDSU and various other state projects. He has successfully administered employment services programs for individuals with disabilities in both Pennsylvania and New York, and provided technical assistance on the implementation of best practices in employment, youth, and transition services across the U.S. His extensive experience and expertise were crucial in the development and implementation of the New York Employment Services System (NYESS), the administration of the State’s Administrative Employment Network under the Social Security Administration’s Ticket to Work program, the oversight and implementation of New York State’s Promoting the Readiness of Minors in Supplemental Security Income (PROMISE) project, and the development of a state-wide work incentives navigator system. Dr. Karhan's confidence in the power of employment to transform lives is a testament to his career-long commitment to ensuring all people with disabilities can engage in meaningful, competitive, integrated employment in their communities. Website: Disability Employment Solutions Ⓒ 2024 PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #DEI #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation #NextLevelAccess #InclusiveTech #UniversalDesign #EducationInnovation #AccessibleCampuses #DisabilityInEducation #AIForInclusion #FutureOfEducation #DisabilityAdvocacy #HigherEdAccess #InclusiveLearning #BreakingStigma #EmpoweredEducation #StudentDiversity #InnovateEducation #AccessibleFuture #InclusionWins #AIInHigherEd #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.56 - Inclusion Insights | 04 Dec 2024 | 00:08:35 | |
Did you know, companies leading in disability inclusion see DOUBLE the net income? Why? Because investing in people with all abilities pays off! 💡 We dive into proven stats and discuss practical steps for employers to harness the power of this incredible talent pool. 🔍 Ready to rethink your hiring practices? Let's revolutionize the workplace! 💭 Ⓒ 2024 PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #DEI #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation #BusinessForAll #InclusionWorks #DisabilityPride #RevenueBoost #AccessMatters #WorkplaceWisdom #DiversityChampion #InclusionEconomy #NetIncomeGrowth #AccentureStudy #WorkplaceDiversity #LevelThePlayingField #AbilityOverDisability #InvestInPeople #SmartBusiness #MentorInclusion #SupportTalent #SocietyWins #ActionForChange #TheNewRadio | |||
| Ep.55 - Find Your Talents & Abilities | 27 Nov 2024 | 00:08:53 | |
We explore the power of ability, focusing on how to identify and leverage your unique talents in the workplace. 🎙️ This episode is all about shifting from a limitations mindset to a strengths mindset . Get practical tips on exploring new roles, seeking feedback, and using challenges as stepping stones to build resilience and marketability. 💪 Whether you’re searching for a job or aiming to stand out, this episode’s packed with empowering advice for everyone, especially people with disabilities . 🌟 Website: Disability Employment Solutions Ⓒ 2024 PodPro Entertainment #SaveAsAbility #Ability #Inclusive #Inclusivity #LaborForce #Disability #DisabilityEmployment #DEI #ReasonableAccommodation #Accommodation #TalentDiscovery #WorkplaceSuccess #AbilityMatters #SelfDetermination #StrengthsMindset #EmploymentTips #Resilience #OvercomingChallenges #PositiveMindset #CareerGrowth #Independence #AbilityNotDisability #UniqueStrengths #JobHuntTips #ExploreYourPotential #InclusiveWorkplaces #BuildYourFuture #PowerOfPerseverance #TheNewRadio | |||