Episodes

On this week's edition of Just two dads, Shawn & Brian discuss money mindset & wealth maximization strategies for families who have members with special needs — eMail:wearejusttwodads@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/justtwodads LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justtwodads Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearejusttwodads YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-GN4T9fkHEVR5R_16w_7bw Sponsored by Billy Footwear: https://bi...

Shawn & Brian have an open, candid discussion about the fragility of life, living it to the fullest, & how that can be challenged as well as a gift, by being a caregiver to one with special needs. — eMail:wearejusttwodads@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/justtwodads LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justtwodads Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearejusttwodads YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-GN4T9fkHEVR5R_16w_7bw S...

Billy Price returns for a visit with Shawn & Brian. As a teenager, Seattle native Billy Price suffered a spinal cord injury and became paralyzed from the chest down, losing the ability to move his fingers. Daily tasks became difficult, but using his creative mind and unyielding spirit, he never gave up. He continued on, facing life's challenges with tenacity and determination. Born out of a need, BILLY Footwear (https://billyfootwear.com/?ref=just-two-dads) was founded on the principle of inclus...

Jacqueline Nixon visits with Shawn & Brian. She is a wife, mother, grandmother, & special needs advocate. After 15 years in the oil & gas industry & serving as veteran of the U.S. Air Force. She became a published author at the age of 52, when she wrote a children's book called “Lil Steven, (Why is School So Hard)"(https://www.amazon.com/Lil-Steven-Why-School-Hard/dp/1638815232), as a result of her grandson's diagnosis of ADHD & witnessing the challenges that he faces as a result. Join us! — e...

This week on Just two Dads, Attorney, CNN Legal Analyst, & special needs warrior, Areva Martin stops by to visit with Shawn & Brian. She is an award-winning civil rights Attorney, best-selling Author, television & radio host, & nonprofit leader. She is the founder & principal at Martin and Martin, LLP in Los Angeles and the founder & president of the Special Needs Network (https://snnla.org/). Join us LIVE @ 11:00 am tomorrow or you can find the episode after the fact on WSTX AM radio 970 in the...

Shawn & Brian have an open discussion about the state of the U. S. & world economy and its impact on special needs families & what we can do to prepare. Apps Mentioned: https://www.gasbuddy.com/ https://www.upside.com/ — eMail:wearejusttwodads@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/justtwodads LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justtwodads Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearejusttwodads YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC...

Shawn & Brian discuss the value of love & friendship in general but especially between men, amongst dads, the benefits & societal challenges regarding the expression of that love & above all, its effects & need among dads to children with special needs. — Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/justtwodads LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justtwodads Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearejusttwodads YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-G...

Dr. LaQuista Erinna is a licensed therapist, autism mom/advocate, and founder of The AuSome Mom Society (https://ausomemomsociety.com/). Mothers rely on her education and advocacy to confidently navigate the challenges they face during all stages of their children’s journey on the autism spectrum. Through her strategies, Dr. LaQuista helps autism moms forge stronger bonds with their children while prioritizing self-care so they can live happier, more fulfilling lives. She visits with Shawn & Bri...

Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh (https://www.doreengranpeesheh.com/) stops by for a visit. She has dedicated over thirty years to helping individuals with autism lead healthy, productive lives. founded the Center for Autism & Related Disorders, also known as CARD (https://www.centerforautism.com/), which is one of the world’s largest providers of ABA-based treatment for individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. CARD has over 260 locations throughout the United States and internationally, emplo...

Mother, Author, & Advocate, Kate Swenson stops by Just two dads for a visit with Shawn & Brian to share her journey & how being a mom to a son with Autism has inspired her & served as the impetus for her book, "Forever Boy, a Mother's Memoir of Autism & Finding Joy" (https://amzn.to/3691swl) which is available wherever books are sold. Website: https://www.findingcoopersvoice.com/ The More Than Project Foundation: https://www.findingcoopersvoice.com/foundation/ Instagram: https://www.instagram...

Shawn & Brian have an open, honest, discussion about how men cope (or don't cope) with emotion, how that affects parenting, well being, & in particular, being a special needs parent. Real talk! — Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/justtwodads LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justtwodads Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearejusttwodads YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-GN4T9fkHEVR5R_16w_7bw #justtwoDads #MenVulnerabilityEmotions...

Chris Wenger is an enthusiastic Speech & Language Therapist and creator of the Dynamic Assessment of Social Emotional Learning, as well as the Neurodiversity Affirming IEP Course. He is an internationally-acclaimed presenter who loves to share the most current trends to help older Autistic students. A prominent thought leader in the field of speech pathology, and known on social media as “Speech Dude (https://www.speechdude.com/),” he motivates and entertains fellow educators and clinicians thro...

Laura Hales visits Shawn & Brian to talk inspiration & advocacy! She's a mother of two autistic children, a published author of two children's books.. Alex & the Drummer (https://alexandthedrummer.square.site/) and Alex & the Muffin Man (https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/thedrummerstories/alex-and-the-muffin-man-autism-acceptance-books), both of which are about Autism Acceptance & can be found on Amazon or wherever you buy books. Laura's also an Autism Acceptance presenter, voice actor, perso...

Shawn & Brian are again visited by Jordan Quinones who is Brian's daughter & one of the inspirations for Just two dads. They will reflect on past episodes, discuss Shawn & Brian's vision for the future of the show, & the 1,000 family campaign to provide financial literacy, service, education, & opportunity to 1,000 families in the next 12 months. — Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/justtwodads LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justtwodads Fac...

Change is a guarantee in life, a necessity but it can also be difficult for anyone. But for a parent or caregiver to one with special needs, it can be especially daunting. The Autism Dad (https://www.theautismdad.com/), Rob Gorski returns to have a conversation with Shawn about this & more, sharing his own experience. — Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/justtwodads LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justtwodads Facebook: https://www.facebook.c...

Shawn & Brian discuss the importance, need, & effects of children being raised in an environment or home with dreams versus a home run by parents who have no dreams & why this especially matters in homes of special needs families. September 17th, 2022 Financial Planning Event: https://www.wearebravetogether.org/events/p/financial-planning-resource-group — Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/justtwodads LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justtwo...

Did you know that there are 3 domains & TEN categories of life skills? Julie Swanson visits with Shawn Francis to discuss these life skills and more. Julie Swanson is a parent to a thriving child with Autism. She's a special education advocate, & the founder of https://lifeskillslady.com/ which was created to serve as the link between life skills & increased quality of life for those with autism. She is also the author of Your Special Education Rights: What Your School District Isn't Telling Yo...

Pakalana Phillips is a wife, the mother of 6 children, ages 8-23, & has spent 14 years with the Hawaii Department oF Education teaching at the Elementary, Pre-school & High School levels. Her students included the visually impaired & those on the Autism Spectrum. She visits with Shawn & Brian to share her story of service to others in general, but why she chose to specifically serve the special needs community & how the manner in which she serves has changed, & why she's excited about it. Teach...

Michelle Rogers visits Shawn & Brian to share her journey from her child's autism diagnosis to providing families with the hope she sought & found. Michelle B. Rogers is an Autism Mom & Life Coach for Parents of Children with Autism. She is an expert in helping parents Potty Train and Improve the Communication Skills of their children, with a "straight forward" results-driven approach. Her mission is helping every child with Autism to reach their greatest potential by empowering their parents. ...

Estate planning Attorney, Glen Wagstaff returns to the show to talk with Shawn & Brian about EXACTLY how estate plans work & why they are especially important to special needs families.. now more than ever. Website: https://www.intervivosplan.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inter-vivos-pllc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/intervivosplan YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Intervivosplanestateplanning — Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https:/...

Katie Asher visits Shawn & Brian to discuss her incredible personal spiritual journey of triumph over tragedy as well as her son, Houston who went from an autism diagnosis & challenge with communication, to in vivid detail, explaining his experience & perception, to co-authoring with his mom, a book about this journey. — Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/justtwodads LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justtwodads Facebook: https://www.facebook....

Rob Gorski is a single dad to three.. yes THREE boys on the autism spectrum. He's the founder & CEO of The Autism Dad, LLC, an award winning blogger & host of The Autism Dad podcast. All of this is nothing compared to his actual story & he visits with Shawn & Brian to share it. Inspiration is certain. Website: https://www.theautismdad.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theautismdad/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theautismdad YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/robgorski — Instag...

Shawn & Brian have an unusually candid conversation about financial education, financial literacy, & what it means to the special needs community Financial Planning Event Registration: https://www.wearebravetogether.org/events/p/financial-planning-resource-group — Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/justtwodads LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justtwodads Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearejusttwodads YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ch...

Shawn & Brian are visited by Tamara Wiggins who's taken her daughter's diagnosis & not only turned it into a business but with unique vulnerability, invites the world into her daily experience as a parent, through social media. Tamara Wiggins is a social media influencer that supports families of special needs children and their caregivers. She focuses on highlighting diversity in the Autism community, and began when her daughter Lilac was diagnosed in 2011. As an advocate, she offers advice an...