We are so excited to have Laura Berry on this week’s episode! Laura is with the Tennessee Employment Pathways Project with Vanderbilt University. Listen along to hear about the difference she is making in the disability community through this research project. Gina Wilson takes part in the conversation and discusses her involvement with the project through being a mentor. Matt and Trent (Spread the Positive) catch up and learn more about the project as well. Want to be a mentor or get involved? Please, check out the website employmentpathways.org This podcast is made possible through partnerships with Spread the Positive, …

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We are so excited about this week’s episode! We sat down with Commissioner Turner from the DIDD office to talk about what’s going on in the field of intellectual and developmental disabilities. Eric and Matt asked hard-hitting questions about superpowers, technology, and how he became the Commissioner of DIDD. Topics such as Publix subs and the importance of diversity in the workplace were talked about, make sure to tune in. Our podcast wouldn’t exist without the grant from DIDD, and we couldn’t be more appreciative of this opportunity!   This podcast is made possible through partnerships with Spread the Positive, TN’s …

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Matt and Sam are back at it, again! This time they came prepared with music to sing and an idea for a song to collaborate on. We catch up with Sam Blasko and what she’s been up to with her music career since the last time she was a guest on the podcast. As you know, Matt is a huge fan of country music – he requested a sing-along with Sam this time around. Listen along as Matt and Sam share the mic to deliver more of their musical talent. Are you a big fan of Sam Blasko? Of course, …

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This week we are joined by Graham Honeycutt from Tucker’s House. Matt, Trent (Spread the Positive), and Staci learned more about this incredible non-profit and Graham’s backstory that led him to this passionate career. Listen along to learn about the start of the non-profit and how it’s grown to be what it is today! Tucker’s House is hosting a golf tournament on August 1st, at the Governors Club. If you’d like to support, please click on the following link to register! Golf Scramble Link This podcast is made possible through partnerships with Spread the Positive, TN’s Department of Intellectual and …

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This week Trent (Spread the Positive) sits down with a couple of Waves board members. Christy Webb and Rebekah Zeitlin talk with Trent and Staci about their experience of serving on Waves board. We couldn’t be more thankful for their support and effort. Listen along to hear what it’s like to serve on a board for a non-profit!    This podcast is made possible through partnerships with Spread the Positive, TN’s Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, and the Community Foundation of Middle TN. If you like what you hear, share it with a friend and leave a review on …

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This week we catch up with Eric and his father, John Nelson. These two have qualified to participate on the Special Olympics Golf team, accompanied by another person supported by Waves, Norris! The boys talk with Matt about what they’ve been doing to prepare for the 10-day tournament in Orlando, FL. We also hear about what they are most looking forward to at the tournament! Matt reminisces with John about the times they trained together when Matt participated in the Special Olympics. Listen now!

Waves of Awareness is back with Season Two! We are so excited for this season and what’s to come. We will have even more co-hosts and guest speakers this time around! Listen in as Eric and Matt talk about their favorite moments of Season One. Gina, Staci, Chris, and Trent (Spread the Positive) sit alongside Eric and Matt to discuss their favorite moments and what they are excited about, this coming season. Tune in and enjoy! This podcast is made possible through partnerships with Spread the Positive, TN’s Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, and the Community Foundation of Middle …

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This week co-hosts Trent Denson (Spread the Positive) and Matt “the Man” Moore welcome a special guest– Matt’s mom, Sheila Moore! Sheila is the Executive Director of The Arc of Davidson County and Greater Nashville area. She shares the resources that are available to families, caregivers, and individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Gina Wilson of Waves also joins the conversation as she and Sheila share their experience of having adult children with disabilities. Sheila and Gina shed light on the technological advancements in prenatal care over the last 30 years and how that has changed the trajectory of families …

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We are wrapping up Season One today, with this episode about the INCREDIBLE Buchholz family! We could not have asked for a better season and start to the Waves of Awareness Podcast. We are so thankful for our co-hosts Trent (Spread the Positive), Matt-Man Moore, and Eric Wilson. Our hearts are full because of the stories shared by our guests, and we couldn’t be more thankful for their willingness to contribute to this platform. The story revealed today by the Buchholz family is truly inspiring. Lindsey and Aaron Buchholz dive deep into their past with Waves and the journey it …

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On this week’s episode, Matt and Trent are joined by Staci Davis of Waves and Steven Komarnitski who recently opened a new inclusive kid’s gym in Franklin, TN. Join the conversation as we learn more about We Rock The Spectrum Kid’s Gym, the journey Steven and his family took to open the gym, and how it’s making difference in the Middle TN community. We Rock the Spectrum is an inclusive gym that welcomes children of all abilities to play, learn, and grow together. To learn more about We Rock The Spectrum Kid’s Gym, visit https://www.werockthespectrumfranklintn.com/. This podcast is made possible …

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