Episodes

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/ — eMai...

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 ...

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 f...

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 ...

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...

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.instag...

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 ...

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 & th...

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 1,00...

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 G...

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 fami...

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 ...

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 i...

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...

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://w...

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, e...

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 act...

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/event...

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 medi...

Shawn & Brian are visited by Diane Rambo as she shares her story about how she took her son's autism diagnosis & turned it into a business to serve others as a travel agent specializing in serving special needs families. Dian...

Dr. Kathy Macleay visit with Shawn & Brian to share the extraordinary story of her & her family's lifelong commitment to those with special needs Personal Investments:: A Practical Guide to How to Use Psychotherapy as an Inve...

Shawn & Brian are visited by Sequoia Houston, host of the podcast, "Diversity be like". Tune in as they discuss the challenges, needs, & benefits for all, when diversity is part of the special needs community. Mentioned: The ...

Sri Hatharasinghe-Gerschler, M.A., stops by to talk with Shawn & Brian about her journey from her own experience as a student in special education, to her choice to now become a warrior for those in a similar position. Websit...

April 20, 2022 | Episode 85 Shawn & Brian are visited by Nancy Alspaugh-Jackson who shares her story of inspiration & triumph over challenge & her mission to serve others. Nancy Alspaugh-Jackson is a former Emmy award winnin...