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Friends For Life Podcast

Feb 27, 2025

In this episode of the Friends for Life Podcast, we explore the incredible journey of Stevie Wonder, a musical legend who defied the odds and reshaped the industry despite being blind. From his early days as a child prodigy to his groundbreaking use of technology and activism for disability rights, Stevie’s story is...


Feb 24, 2025

In this dynamic episode of the IDD Health Matters Podcast, Dr. Craig Escude sits down with Bob Sattler—whose extensive experience and passion for person-centered care have transformed developmental disability services. Recorded live at the NASD Conference in Portland, Oregon, this conversation delves into Bob’s...


Feb 22, 2025

In this candid episode of Friends for Life with Tony Stuart, Tony dives into one of the most challenging decisions in workforce management—terminating employment for Direct Support Professionals and administrators. Drawing on over 20 years of experience, he explores the delicate balance between maintaining high...


Feb 19, 2025

In this episode of the Friends for Life Podcast, we dive into the alarming news that over 700,000 people in Ohio could lose Medicaid due to proposed budget cuts. For individuals with developmental disabilities, Medicaid isn’t just healthcare—it’s a lifeline. These cuts could mean the loss of essential home and...


Feb 17, 2025

In this episode of the IDD Health Matters Podcast, Dr. Craig Escudé sits down with John Silfies, keynote speaker at the Kansas InterHab Conference and founder of Silfies Media, a company dedicated to making the developmental disabilities (DD) field famous.

John shares his journey from Direct Support Professional (DSP)...