Episodes

Author, life coach and positive life influencer Eboney Thompson is known as Mz Hustle’N’Heelz because of her love for stilettos & the hustle. She's a single mom of four, a speaker, and Baddie breast cancer advocate. Eboney was diagnosed with Stage 4 metastatic breast cancer in December 2018 after being misdiagnosed in 2015. Since then she has launched an online coaching center, and a non-profit organization called, ”My Pynk Healz”, which is geared towards helping and empowering mothers battling ...

In the third part of their series on the relationship between money & caregivers, Shawn & Brian discuss the prospect of retirement. At what age should you stop working? Can you afford to retire? What does retirement mean to you and how is all this affected by your role as a parent or caregiver? Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4505255944912896 — eMail:wearejusttwodads@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podca...

In part two of our series on the connection between money and being a parent or caregiver to one with special needs. Shawn & Brian discuss the real, human, and emotional value of money versus the mathematical, and the relationship between the ever-changing gig economy & the special needs community.. particularly as it relates to caregivers and the flexibility they need. Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4505255944912896 — eMail:wearejust...

Don ”The Dragon" Wilson is an 11-time world champion kickboxer who has scored 47 knockouts in 4 decades and according to the STAR ratings system, is perhaps the greatest kickboxer in American history. He's worked as a commentator for UFC events and has appeared in a variety of films that span over 30 years, including everything from "Behind Enemy Lines" to "Batman Forever" and much more. In addition to his own story, he shares with Shawn & Brian, his latest role as a mentor and source of support...

What is an accredited investor & why should it matter to families that consist of caregivers, the neurodivergent, or the elderly? In the first of a series of episodes on money & special needs, Shawn & Brian discuss the current definition of an accredited investor, the pending legislation that could change that definition, & why or how that can affect underserved or marginalized communities. Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/45052559449128...

A life coach for special needs families, Susanna Peace Lovell returns to the show for the first episode of 2024 to discuss with Shawn & Brian, her new book, "Your True Self is Enough; Lessons Learned on my Journey Parenting a Child with Autism" which is available NOW on Amazon. https://www.susannapeacelovell.com/ Book: Your True Self is Enough: https://amzn.to/47FnaRW — eMail:wearejusttwodads@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/justtwodad...

Wife, Mother, Warrior, & Author, Kelley Coleman returns to the show to discuss the publishing of her first book, "Everything No One Tells You About Parenting a Disabled Child", which is EXACTLY what it sounds like!! All the things we wish we knew prior to diagnosis & all the things we wish to pass on to families who are new to the ever growing village. One that anyone who is blessed with a long life, will likely be a part of eventually. Available NOW for pre-order at www.kelleycoleman.com. Want...

Larry Humphreys has over 20 years of experience in working with neurodivergent individuals. He found his love for working in this field as a co-teacher for a special education classroom at Julian Singer School in West LA. He obtained his Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University and Master's Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from National University. Upon becoming a Board Certified Behavior Analyst in 2011, Larry established Behavioral Autism Therapies (BAT) with the go...

You may know Greg Grunberg as an actor from his roles on TV shows like Felicity, Alias, & Heroes. Or you may know him from Star Wars films like The Force Awakens or The Rise of Skywalker, or A Star is Born, or Steven Speilberg's The Fablemans. But more than that, Greg is a husband & a father to three. One of which is his son, Jake who was diagnosed with epilepsy. Greg is a caregiver and advocate. He's also a friend of the show & returns to share with Shawn & Brian, the latest on his show, The Ca...

To say that Fiona Gonzalez is a teacher, is like saying that a pterodactyl is a bird.. it's SOO much bigger than that!!!!! How so? First of all, she's a moderate/Severe High School/Adult Transition teacher, with a Master's in education. She's also served as a vocational Program Specialist. Prior to that, she served as a special education paraeducator for various age groups. But she's not just heavily credentialed. When she found that the materials at her disposal were a product of a "one size fi...

Ryan Sheedy & Bret Koncak join Shawn & Brian to discuss their individual stories as well as what led them to create Mejo (https://www.mymejo.com/)...short for "Me journal", a web app that simplifies organizing, managing, & sharing medical & care information. Mejo is a platform that allows caregivers to share their child's journey beyond their diagnosis. Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4505255944912896 — eMail:wearejusttwodads@gmail.com...

Tamara Mark is a single mother to two adult men on the autism spectrum. Along with her love, Marc Olson & Director Thiago Dadalt, she visits with Shawn & Brian to discuss her journey as a single mom, her return to love, & their powerful, new documentary film that tells it all, entitled…Beyond. Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4505255944912896 Websites: https://www.docbeyond.com/ https://kinema.com/films/beyond-peeu2 https://beyondranchf...

Hasna Nada is a mother of 4, including a 6 & a 16-year-old son each diagnosed with Autism. She has been a passionate advocate for the last decade, bringing attention to the need for adequate services, inclusion, & acceptance of those with Autism, in Qatar & abroad. She is the founder of Child Development Center, the first multidisciplinary therapy center for children diagnosed with Autism in Qatar. In 2019, Hasna co-founded Learn Autism, which is a digital resource platform designed to inform pa...

Sara Kaufman & Natally Raisin visit with Shawn & Brian to discuss the passion they have for serving the underserved & how it led to the creation of Willowcrest School. Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4505255944912896 Website: https://www.willowcrestschool.com/ — eMail:wearejusttwodads@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/justtwodads LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justtwodad...

Shawn & Brian discuss the importance of self-care for caregivers on this week's episode. Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4505255944912896 Mentioned: https://snnla.org/ https://www.yicunity.org/ Self-Care Tips: https://www.wearebravetogether.org/blog/caregiving-h32wf-hdpe3 Events: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sumday-is-today-tickets-707986716327 https://www.goodkarmafest.com/ — eMail:wearejusttwodads@gmail.com Instagram: https://ww...

Michelle Wagner is a full-time realtor, mom, and award-winning author who dedicates her time and energy to charities and events supporting children with hearing loss. Michelle takes pride in assisting families as they work through the different approaches to raising a special needs child in a typical environment. She is the author of the bestselling, award-winning Mickey on the Move series. Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/450525594491289...

In part II of our Back to School series, Frank Zankich joins Shawn & Brian. Frank is a kind man with a warrior's heart who, as an education Attorney, helps students with special needs fight for their educational rights. Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4505255944912896 Website: https://zankichlaw.com/ — eMail:wearejusttwodads@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/justtwodads LinkedI...

Bilingual Educational Advocate & warrior extraordinaire, Sandy Santeiro returns to visit with Shawn & Brian as the first of many guests in a two part "Back to School" series. What kind of things do I need to do to prepare my child & myself for the coming school year? How do I go about making changes to their IEP? Whether you're new to an IEP, attending a new school, or whatever the case may be, these kinds of questions & more will be answered. Want to create live streams like this? Check out St...

Bret Lieberman returns as a guest to give us an update on Yes I Can Unity Through Music & Education's (https://www.yicunity.org/) program and upcoming Music and Arts festival in Santa Clarita, California called the Good Karma Festival in November. Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4505255944912896 Event: https://www.goodkarmafest.com/ — eMail:wearejusttwodads@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https...

Jessica Patay, wife, mother, & founder of the amazing non profit organization, We Are Brave Together, returns to the show to discuss among other things, membership having grown to over 2,000 moms in 50 states and 22 countries, their upcoming fundraiser, why caregivers need support and so much more. Website: https://www.wearebravetogether.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wearebravetogether/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brave-together/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.c...

Life Coach for Special Needs Families, mother to a daughter diagnosed with autism, & friend of the show, Susanna Peace Lovell returns for a visit. Susanna, Shawn, & Brian discuss grief and emotions related to it as well as the manner in which our loved ones, as well as us, process, express, these feelings. Website: https://www.susannapeacelovell.com/ — eMail:wearejusttwodads@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/justtwodads LinkedIn: https...

Jada Golden visits with Shawn & Brian. She's a dynamic educator from Boston, Massachusetts who has recently established her independent practice here in Los Angeles, Educator at Large, INC, since January 2023. She is a licensed early childhood, ESL, and special educator with nationally certification in dyslexia intervention and parent advocacy. Her first love is classroom teaching but she has chosen to work with private families to support parents and caregivers with the unique needs associated ...

Charmaine Carter & Nicole Hampton are the co-founders of Pace Run For a Cause (https://www.pacerunforacause.org/),a 501C3 non-profit organization, based in Southern California, who's mission is to create awareness & opportunities for those with disabilities. Charmaine, who serves as CEO has a passion to serve the underserved, and is herself, an inspirational example of purpose over triumph. Nicole serves as CFO & Executive Director, and has over a decade and a half of experience serving the spec...

She’ll NEVER drive a car. She WON'T live on her own. She’ll be DEPENDENT ON YOU AS HER PARENTS FOR THE REST OF HER LIFE. Sound familiar? These are the words given to Brian Altounian & his then wife, when their daughter, Jordan “Jo” Quinones was diagnosed with a disability at the age of three. Why does she have a different last name? Because getting married is just ONE OF THE MANY things she’s done that her doctor swore she would never do!!! Wanna learn about what else she’s conquered (and may...