The SPEAK Podcast

The Thing About Family

Family is the subject of the newest episode of The SPEAK™ Podcast, and "the thing about family" is that there are just so many stories that we can tell from so many different perspective. For now, let's start with the perspectives of three different SPEAKers from 2 different continents. We're featuring talks from some of our recent pop-up events: Heritage, Transformation, and Seasons.
This episode featured the following Published SPEAKers:
Kristina DiPalo | The Strivers | SPEAK: Heritage - https://youtu.be/O1gGth9xSP0?si=I_DfToZzoQf8fka6
Mairead Loughran Ryan | Dying to be Saved | SPEAK: Transformation  - https://youtu.be/cnwINR4WLyI?si=0OZ7tRtfvzeAbnYJ
Angela Wadley | Breaking the Chains of Perfection: Resilience, Courage, and Triumph | SPEAK: Seasons - https://youtu.be/_40M8evsyYI?si=H5cKKEiuEK82F4PH
 
The SPEAK™ Podcast is presented by SPEAK™, a public speaking platform for people with ideas and stories. SPEAK™ is a social enterprise whose mission is to create an inclusive, global platform, consisting of live stages and streaming content, to share ideas and stories that amplify the voices of people around the world, spanning diverse adult and youth communities. SPEAK™ and its producers host pop-up events all over the world with stages that consist of 10 SPEAKers, one microphone and one spotlight, as well as annual main-stage and specialty events. To learn more, visit: https://speakevent.com
The podcast is hosted by an array of individuals including SPEAK™ leadership, team members, Channel Partners, Producers, and SPEAKers.
Follow @speakevent on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, LinkedIn, and TikTok. Follow @speak_event on Twitter. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch all of our incredible SPEAK™ Talks: https://youtube.com/@speakevent
The SPEAK™ Podcast is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios.
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Disclaimer: The ideas and opinions expressed in this content are those of the speakers and they do not reflect the opinions or views of SPEAK Events LLC, its Channel Partners, Producers, Sponsors, Affiliates, or its employees. SPEAK is providing this content as a public service. Reference to any specific product, idea, opinion, or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by SPEAK. The views expressed by speakers are their own and their appearance on a SPEAK stage does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. All talks and content have been vetted to the best of SPEAK's ability and stories are retold as remembered and supported by the speakers.

What's in a Name and a Race?

Let's talk about names and let's talk about race. In fact, let's talk about both on the newest episode of The SPEAK™ Podcast, where our micro-theme is "what's in a name and a race" where we focus on three incredible speakers that discuss racial excellence, the heritage of a name, and unspoken racism. We're featuring talks from some of our recent pop-up events: Heritage and Disrupt.
This episode featured the following Published SPEAKers:
Dr. Charles E Thompson III | Black Professionalism: Normalizing Black Excellence | SPEAK: Heritage - https://youtu.be/9EKN7Cm4tF0?si=k-EA1r3YiAOuWLVJ
Jean C. Victor, Jr. | I Would Rather Have My Good Name Than Great Riches | SPEAK: Heritage - https://youtu.be/lsqNZ0I-eCs?si=CVFNtB-A2L11oYDq
Linda-Marie Miller | Pretending Not to Know | SPEAK: Disrupt - https://youtu.be/a_BSPIKZswQ?si=OqGySkM1Bna9rr9N
 
The SPEAK™ Podcast is presented by SPEAK™, a public speaking platform for people with ideas and stories. SPEAK™ is a social enterprise whose mission is to create an inclusive, global platform, consisting of live stages and streaming content, to share ideas and stories that amplify the voices of people around the world, spanning diverse adult and youth communities. SPEAK™ and its producers host pop-up events all over the world with stages that consist of 10 SPEAKers, one microphone and one spotlight, as well as annual main-stage and specialty events. To learn more, visit: https://speakevent.com
The podcast is hosted by an array of individuals including SPEAK™ leadership, team members, Channel Partners, Producers, and SPEAKers.
Follow @speakevent on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, LinkedIn, and TikTok. Follow @speak_event on Twitter. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch all of our incredible SPEAK™ Talks: https://youtube.com/@speakevent
The SPEAK™ Podcast is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios.
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Disclaimer: The ideas and opinions expressed in this content are those of the speakers and they do not reflect the opinions or views of SPEAK Events LLC, its Channel Partners, Producers, Sponsors, Affiliates, or its employees. SPEAK is providing this content as a public service. Reference to any specific product, idea, opinion, or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by SPEAK. The views expressed by speakers are their own and their appearance on a SPEAK stage does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. All talks and content have been vetted to the best of SPEAK's ability and stories are retold as remembered and supported by the speakers.

The Trauma Effect

On this episode of The SPEAK™ Podcast, our micro-theme is "the trauma effect" where we focus on three talks where our speakers all experienced a trauma in their lives and a moment of transformation that eventually brought them through to the other side of trauma. What's that other side? You'll find out in a few minutes. We're featuring talks from some of our recent pop-up events: Seasons and Neurodiversity.
This episode featured the following Published SPEAKers:
Barbie Ray | Seasons of Transformation: From Paralysis to Empowerment | SPEAK: Seasons - https://youtu.be/H4vSxdxRvGU?si=57OPjQKLxWl3SOO8
Malcolm Grissom | Dancing With Storms: Warrior’s Journey to the Rainbow Connection | SPEAK: Seasons - https://youtu.be/wAHOaK2Weec?si=GAEXWbvesCTig67Q
Robert Valli, Jr. | Autism Dad, Esquire | SPEAK: Neurodiversity - https://youtu.be/a7EQZIr-rIo?si=m1cYIFFX4Tzf8_cG
 
The SPEAK™ Podcast is presented by SPEAK™, a public speaking platform for people with ideas and stories. SPEAK™ is a social enterprise whose mission is to create an inclusive, global platform, consisting of live stages and streaming content, to share ideas and stories that amplify the voices of people around the world, spanning diverse adult and youth communities. SPEAK™ and its producers host pop-up events all over the world with stages that consist of 10 SPEAKers, one microphone and one spotlight, as well as annual main-stage and specialty events. To learn more, visit: https://speakevent.com
The podcast is hosted by an array of individuals including SPEAK™ leadership, team members, Channel Partners, Producers, and SPEAKers.
Follow @speakevent on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, LinkedIn, and TikTok. Follow @speak_event on Twitter. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch all of our incredible SPEAK™ Talks: https://youtube.com/@speakevent
The SPEAK™ Podcast is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios.
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Disclaimer: The ideas and opinions expressed in this content are those of the speakers and they do not reflect the opinions or views of SPEAK Events LLC, its Channel Partners, Producers, Sponsors, Affiliates, or its employees. SPEAK is providing this content as a public service. Reference to any specific product, idea, opinion, or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by SPEAK. The views expressed by speakers are their own and their appearance on a SPEAK stage does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. All talks and content have been vetted to the best of SPEAK's ability and stories are retold as remembered and supported by the speakers.

A Moment of Truth

A SPEAK Talk is comprised of 3 unique identifying moments: The Moment of Truth, The Moment of Transformation, and The Moment of Impact. On this episode of The SPEAK™ Podcast, our micro-theme is "a moment of truth" where we focus on three talks that have powerful moments of truth that define the talks. We're featuring talks from some of our recent pop-up events: Laughter, Neurodiversity, and Growth.
This episode featured the following Published SPEAKers:
Tom Kelly | Funny or Mean? | SPEAK: Laughter - https://youtu.be/jvGoRD6y1h0?feature=shared
Brooke Mellet | Finding Comfort in Living Your Truth | SPEAK: Neurodiversity - https://youtu.be/zm539LmORQY?feature=shared
Jim Sabellico | No Half Cakes | SPEAK: Growth - https://youtu.be/u5XP0legDis?feature=shared
 
The SPEAK™ Podcast is presented by SPEAK™, a public speaking platform for people with ideas and stories. SPEAK™ is a social enterprise whose mission is to create an inclusive, global platform, consisting of live stages and streaming content, to share ideas and stories that amplify the voices of people around the world, spanning diverse adult and youth communities. SPEAK™ and its producers host pop-up events all over the world with stages that consist of 10 SPEAKers, one microphone and one spotlight, as well as annual main-stage and specialty events. To learn more, visit: https://speakevent.com
The podcast is hosted by an array of individuals including SPEAK™ leadership, team members, Channel Partners, Producers, and SPEAKers.
Follow @speakevent on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, LinkedIn, and TikTok. Follow @speak_event on Twitter. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch all of our incredible SPEAK™ Talks: https://youtube.com/@speakevent
The SPEAK™ Podcast is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios.
Subscribe to The SPEAK™ Podcast on Apple Podcasts and get notified of new episodes, every two weeks! 
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Or find us on your favorite podcasting platform!
Disclaimer: The ideas and opinions expressed in this content are those of the speakers and they do not reflect the opinions or views of SPEAK Events LLC, its Channel Partners, Producers, Sponsors, Affiliates, or its employees. SPEAK is providing this content as a public service. Reference to any specific product, idea, opinion, or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by SPEAK. The views expressed by speakers are their own and their appearance on a SPEAK stage does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. All talks and content have been vetted to the best of SPEAK's ability and stories are retold as remembered and supported by the speakers.

Life After Cancer

We have heard talks about "The Big 'C'" before but these particular talks that we're featuring today are talking about the aftermath of cancer. Join us for the newest episode of The SPEAK™ Podcast where our micro-theme for is "life after cancer" where we hear from survivors and relatives of individuals that battled cancer. We're featuring talks from some of our recent pop-up events: Homecoming, Laughter, and Growth.
This episode featured the following Published SPEAKers:
Stephanie McAuliffe | Healing Trauma Through Healing Cancer | SPEAK: Homecoming - https://youtu.be/-TMa2y3iVks?si=BgZY93nC0Qcj6TDA
Lada Lysniak | How Laughter Helped Save My Life | SPEAK: Laughter - https://youtu.be/FdP8I6fmiM4?si=DTIztT4h0tKL9O_x
Sarah Cavanaugh | The Talk: Not the One You Think | SPEAK: Growth - https://youtu.be/nSXrZjX3_ok?si=uz7lh8e7Y9M6T6sY
 
The SPEAK™ Podcast is presented by SPEAK™, a public speaking platform for people with ideas and stories. SPEAK™ is a social enterprise whose mission is to create an inclusive, global platform, consisting of live stages and streaming content, to share ideas and stories that amplify the voices of people around the world, spanning diverse adult and youth communities. SPEAK™ and its producers host pop-up events all over the world with stages that consist of 10 SPEAKers, one microphone and one spotlight, as well as annual main-stage and specialty events. To learn more, visit: https://speakevent.com
The podcast is hosted by an array of individuals including SPEAK™ leadership, team members, Channel Partners, Producers, and SPEAKers.
Follow @speakevent on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, LinkedIn, and TikTok. Follow @speak_event on Twitter. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch all of our incredible SPEAK™ Talks: https://youtube.com/@speakevent
The SPEAK™ Podcast is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios.
Subscribe to The SPEAK™ Podcast on Apple Podcasts and get notified of new episodes, every two weeks! 
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Or find us on your favorite podcasting platform!
Disclaimer: The ideas and opinions expressed in this content are those of the speakers and they do not reflect the opinions or views of SPEAK Events LLC, its Channel Partners, Producers, Sponsors, Affiliates, or its employees. SPEAK is providing this content as a public service. Reference to any specific product, idea, opinion, or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by SPEAK. The views expressed by speakers are their own and their appearance on a SPEAK stage does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. All talks and content have been vetted to the best of SPEAK's ability and stories are retold as remembered and supported by the speakers.

The Power of Love and Transformation

Love is powerful. Transformation is powerful. Both? Unstoppable. Join us for the newest episode of The SPEAK™ Podcast where our micro-theme for is "the power of love and transformation" and these talks are about as impactful as you can get. We're featuring talks from some of our recent pop-up events: Love, Transformation, and Shelter.
This episode featured the following Published SPEAKers:
Dr. Dwayne Jenkins | Words of Love | SPEAK: Love - https://youtu.be/kMeVQeh871o?si=5kEL3BEWwFYBChKb
Cai Graham | The Expert Within: Empowering Kids to Defy Adult Expectations | SPEAK: Transformation - https://youtu.be/Ft0qs71d8F0?si=6fJIfezBMchKiLXS
Adina Lichtman | A Really Good Hug | SPEAK: Shelter - https://youtu.be/et7jXWJzwXQ?si=1BMcBosTZ91IqdEf
 
The SPEAK™ Podcast is presented by SPEAK™, a public speaking platform for people with ideas and stories. SPEAK™ is a social enterprise whose mission is to create an inclusive, global platform, consisting of live stages and streaming content, to share ideas and stories that amplify the voices of people around the world, spanning diverse adult and youth communities. SPEAK™ and its producers host pop-up events all over the world with stages that consist of 10 SPEAKers, one microphone and one spotlight, as well as annual main-stage and specialty events. To learn more, visit: https://speakevent.com
The podcast is hosted by an array of individuals including SPEAK™ leadership, team members, Channel Partners, Producers, and SPEAKers.
Follow @speakevent on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, LinkedIn, and TikTok. Follow @speak_event on Twitter. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch all of our incredible SPEAK™ Talks: https://youtube.com/@speakevent
The SPEAK™ Podcast is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios.
Subscribe to The SPEAK™ Podcast on Apple Podcasts and get notified of new episodes, every two weeks! 
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-speak-podcast/id1698380935
Or find us on your favorite podcasting platform!
Disclaimer: The ideas and opinions expressed in this content are those of the speakers and they do not reflect the opinions or views of SPEAK Events LLC, its Channel Partners, Producers, Sponsors, Affiliates, or its employees. SPEAK is providing this content as a public service. Reference to any specific product, idea, opinion, or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by SPEAK. The views expressed by speakers are their own and their appearance on a SPEAK stage does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. All talks and content have been vetted to the best of SPEAK's ability and stories are retold as remembered and supported by the speakers.

Think Different

Different is good, right? It most certainly is, ESPECIALLY when we talk about how to "think different," our micro-theme for today's episode of The SPEAK™ Podcast. We're featuring talks from some of our recent pop-up events: Beginnings, Freedom, and Neurodiversity.
This episode featured the following Published SPEAKers:
Kelli Fisher | Embracing Neurodiversity: A Journey of Resilience and Triumph | SPEAK: Neurodiversity - https://youtu.be/jaFxRTg_p_Q?si=Flqvi_yHI-lSDLSy
Tony Flores | The New Science of Happiness | SPEAK: Beginnings - https://youtu.be/zLIVfnt5fSQ?si=Qtv48W5rveQC-NW6
Elle O'Flaherty | Unmasking ADHD | SPEAK: Freedom - https://youtu.be/4Gxp9_bk85k?si=9Sz8P8_18ZcMCbBE
 
The SPEAK™ Podcast is presented by SPEAK™, a public speaking platform for people with ideas and stories. SPEAK™ is a social enterprise whose mission is to create an inclusive, global platform, consisting of live stages and streaming content, to share ideas and stories that amplify the voices of people around the world, spanning diverse adult and youth communities. SPEAK™ and its producers host pop-up events all over the world with stages that consist of 10 SPEAKers, one microphone and one spotlight, as well as annual main-stage and specialty events. To learn more, visit: https://speakevent.com
The podcast is hosted by an array of individuals including SPEAK™ leadership, team members, Channel Partners, Producers, and SPEAKers.
Follow @speakevent on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, LinkedIn, and TikTok. Follow @speak_event on Twitter. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch all of our incredible SPEAK™ Talks: https://youtube.com/@speakevent
The SPEAK™ Podcast is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios.
Subscribe to The SPEAK™ Podcast on Apple Podcasts and get notified of new episodes, every two weeks! 
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-speak-podcast/id1698380935
Or find us on your favorite podcasting platform!
Disclaimer: The ideas and opinions expressed in this content are those of the speakers and they do not reflect the opinions or views of SPEAK Events LLC, its Channel Partners, Producers, Sponsors, Affiliates, or its employees. SPEAK is providing this content as a public service. Reference to any specific product, idea, opinion, or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by SPEAK. The views expressed by speakers are their own and their appearance on a SPEAK stage does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. All talks and content have been vetted to the best of SPEAK's ability and stories are retold as remembered and supported by the speakers.

Fireside Chat LIVE at SPEAK: Growth!

It's another special episode of The SPEAK™ Podcast LIVE, recorded in front of our live audience at The Nutty Irishman immediately following the talks at our SPEAK: Growth pop-up event on November 30, 2023 in Farmingdale, New York. The Co-Leaders of SPEAK, George Andriopoulos, Jason Martin, and Fred Banny, have a conversation with the SPEAKers of Growth, which was also the one year anniversary event celebrating the anniversary of our first pop-up event, SPEAK: Beginnings which took place on November 17, 2022 next door at Stage 317!
This episode featured conversations around the SPEAK talks of the following Published SPEAKers from SPEAK: Growth. Please make sure to watch their videos when you have a moment:
ADRIAN GOODWIN: “Resilience is Non-Negotiable” - https://youtu.be/gK7D54Ov4AI?si=zgfrhJqp6HEXbkZO
KATHY JAMES: “Turning the Page: From Darkness to Light” - https://youtu.be/iAc-Z9-wHG0?si=vIKv2RuczRxVT_by
ANDREA DE LONEY: “Grow through Grief" - https://youtu.be/9MRk6hAm1j8?si=I8SV4qrxicwTY7jP
DR. NATHALIE LILAVOIS.: “The Next Phase” - https://youtu.be/FV6uvVIs5vU?si=Iv6pPh7M9cp2JFlO
JIM SABELLICO.: “No Half Cakes” - https://youtu.be/u5XP0legDis?si=jQBGwDNYT4BoCsH-
SARAH CAVANAUGH.: “The Talk: Not the One You Think” - https://youtu.be/nSXrZjX3_ok?si=GwVXylzSABlIEIXO
LEA GARINIS.: “Hope Never Fails” - https://youtu.be/-noVXitUzAE?si=WfJdbnp5ZohjQof5
The SPEAK™ Podcast is presented by SPEAK™, a public speaking platform for people with ideas and stories. SPEAK™ is a social enterprise whose mission is to create an inclusive, global platform, consisting of live stages and streaming content, to share ideas and stories that amplify the voices of people around the world, spanning diverse adult and youth communities. SPEAK™ and its producers host pop-up events all over the world with stages that consist of 10 SPEAKers, one microphone and one spotlight, as well as annual main-stage and specialty events. To learn more, visit: https://speakevent.com
The podcast is hosted by an array of individuals including SPEAK™ leadership, team members, Channel Partners, Producers, and SPEAKers.
Follow @speakevent on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, LinkedIn, and TikTok. Follow @speak_event on Twitter. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch all of our incredible SPEAK™ Talks: https://youtube.com/@speakevent
The SPEAK™ Podcast is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios.
Subscribe to The SPEAK™ Podcast on Apple Podcasts and get notified of new episodes, every two weeks! 
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-speak-podcast/id1698380935
Or find us on your favorite podcasting platform!
Disclaimer: The ideas and opinions expressed in this content are those of the speakers and they do not reflect the opinions or views of SPEAK Events LLC, its Channel Partners, Producers, Sponsors, Affiliates, or its employees. SPEAK is providing this content as a public service. Reference to any specific product, idea, opinion, or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by SPEAK. The views expressed by speakers are their own and their appearance on a SPEAK stage does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. All talks and content have been vetted to the best of SPEAK's ability and stories are retold as remembered and supported by the speakers.

The Spectrum of Overcoming

The SPEAK™ Podcast returns from holiday hiatus with episode 22 featuring the micro-theme "the spectrum of overcoming" where our 3 talks tell stories of overcoming adversity through 3 different spectrums: flipping the script, connections, and hope. We're featuring talks from some of our recent pop-up events: Freedom, Heritage, and Growth.
This episode featured the following Published SPEAKers:
Krista Giannak | Freedom of a Blind Skier and Writer | SPEAK: Freedom - https://youtu.be/9fFC4EgkBFQ?si=DwvCc6IxGuj2z7vy
Dorothy Santana | Setting the Table for Strong Connections | SPEAK: Heritage - https://youtu.be/uaoAwdfTf2Y?si=MLi8UjOnIUsd_92Y
Lea Garinis | Hope Never Fails | SPEAK: Growth - https://youtu.be/-noVXitUzAE?si=ixKEFpDT1WRXkww1
 
The SPEAK™ Podcast is presented by SPEAK™, a public speaking platform for people with ideas and stories. SPEAK™ is a social enterprise whose mission is to create an inclusive, global platform, consisting of live stages and streaming content, to share ideas and stories that amplify the voices of people around the world, spanning diverse adult and youth communities. SPEAK™ and its producers host pop-up events all over the world with stages that consist of 10 SPEAKers, one microphone and one spotlight, as well as annual main-stage and specialty events. To learn more, visit: https://speakevent.com
The podcast is hosted by an array of individuals including SPEAK™ leadership, team members, Channel Partners, Producers, and SPEAKers.
Follow @speakevent on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, LinkedIn, and TikTok. Follow @speak_event on Twitter. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch all of our incredible SPEAK™ Talks: https://youtube.com/@speakevent
The SPEAK™ Podcast is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios.
Subscribe to The SPEAK™ Podcast on Apple Podcasts and get notified of new episodes, every two weeks! 
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-speak-podcast/id1698380935
Or find us on your favorite podcasting platform!
Disclaimer: The ideas and opinions expressed in this content are those of the speakers and they do not reflect the opinions or views of SPEAK Events LLC, its Channel Partners, Producers, Sponsors, Affiliates, or its employees. SPEAK is providing this content as a public service. Reference to any specific product, idea, opinion, or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by SPEAK. The views expressed by speakers are their own and their appearance on a SPEAK stage does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. All talks and content have been vetted to the best of SPEAK's ability and stories are retold as remembered and supported by the speakers.

Fireside Chat LIVE at SPEAK: Neurodiversity!

It's another special episode of The SPEAK™ Podcast LIVE, recorded in front of our live audience at the Jeanne Rimsky Theater (Landmark on Main Street) immediately following the talks at our SPEAK: Neurodiversity pop-up event on November 15, 2023 in Port Washington, New York. Two of the Co-Leaders, George Andriopoulos and Fred Banny, have a conversation with the SPEAKers of Neurodiversity, that featured both a neurodivergent and neurotypical (yet ND adjacent) lineup. This episode featured conversations around the SPEAK talks of the following Published SPEAKers from SPEAK: Neurodiversity. Please make sure to watch their videos when you have a moment:
BROOKE MELLET: “Finding Comfort In Living Your Truth” - https://youtu.be/zm539LmORQY?si=P92QQdRGYfPfYSGg
KELLI FISHER: “Embracing Neurodiversity: A Journey of Resilience and Triumph” - https://youtu.be/jaFxRTg_p_Q?si=hLoecbaKF3yRDrIr
PAM PARSONS: “I've Got This: Step-Parenting on the Spectrum” - https://youtu.be/zkKtsngm1Hc?si=UQXm0CqzWx0Wwg5z
ROBERT VALLI, JR.: “Autism Dad, Esquire” - https://youtu.be/a7EQZIr-rIo?si=ajY-tqYfWVc5WbqZ
DR. DALE COFFIN ASTAR: “Finding the Advocate Within” - https://youtu.be/fCw98RinIfw?si=nmjiXZOE6ouHhbgq
The SPEAK™ Podcast is presented by SPEAK™, a public speaking platform for people with ideas and stories. SPEAK™ is a social enterprise whose mission is to create an inclusive, global platform, consisting of live stages and streaming content, to share ideas and stories that amplify the voices of people around the world, spanning diverse adult and youth communities. SPEAK™ and its producers host pop-up events all over the world with stages that consist of 10 SPEAKers, one microphone and one spotlight, as well as annual main-stage and specialty events. To learn more, visit: https://speakevent.com
The podcast is hosted by an array of individuals including SPEAK™ leadership, team members, Channel Partners, Producers, and SPEAKers.
Follow @speakevent on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, LinkedIn, and TikTok. Follow @speak_event on Twitter. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch all of our incredible SPEAK™ Talks: https://youtube.com/@speakevent
The SPEAK™ Podcast is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios.
Subscribe to The SPEAK™ Podcast on Apple Podcasts and get notified of new episodes, every two weeks! 
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-speak-podcast/id1698380935
Or find us on your favorite podcasting platform!
Disclaimer: The ideas and opinions expressed in this content are those of the speakers and they do not reflect the opinions or views of SPEAK Events LLC, its Channel Partners, Producers, Sponsors, Affiliates, or its employees. SPEAK is providing this content as a public service. Reference to any specific product, idea, opinion, or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by SPEAK. The views expressed by speakers are their own and their appearance on a SPEAK stage does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. All talks and content have been vetted to the best of SPEAK's ability and stories are retold as remembered and supported by the speakers.