Ep.97 – A Career Built on Boston Sports
Tony Massarotti takes Paul Ponders behind the scenes of his Boston sports media journey, from the Boston Herald to the Red Sox beat and 98.5 The Sports Hub. 🎙️...
Ep.139 – Let’s talk about the 99.9%
99.9% of U.S. businesses are small businesses—and entrepreneurship can create greater control and opportunity for people with disabilities. 📊 David D’Arcangelo breaks down the numbers, the barriers, and why...
Ep.89 – Workplace Survival Guide
Think before you speak—because workplace words can travel farther than you expect! 🗣️ The Career Guru explores HR, documentation, PTO, boundaries, meetings, and the unwritten rules of surviving the...
Ep.138 – Smart Wheelchair Technology
What happens when accessibility technology is designed with the people who actually use it? ♿ Tim Balz of Kalogon joins David D’Arcangelo to explore smart mobility, universal design, and...
Ep.96 – Sports, Legacy & Italian American Pride
What happens when sports, comedy, community, and legacy collide? Paul gives you a preview of an unforgettable Hall of Fame celebration! 🎙️ Meet this year’s honorees and learn how...
Ep.137 – Disability, Purpose & Perseverance
Jacob Rhoad shares how he built a life of purpose, happiness, and independence while navigating Duchenne muscular dystrophy. 💪Graduating college to driving a specially modified vehicle, his story challenges...
Ep.88 – College Degree vs. Trade School: Which Career Pays More?
Is a four-year degree still the best path to a successful career? 🎓 The Career Guru explores why skilled trades, professional licenses, and hands-on careers are becoming increasingly valuable...
Ep.136 – Never Quit
A cancer diagnosis changed Terry Tucker’s life—but it didn’t define it. Hear how he transformed adversity into resilience, purpose, and a mission to inspire others. 🔥 From law enforcement...
Ep.95 – Borrowed or Stolen?
As Paul Ponders approaches 100 episodes, Paul looks ahead to the future while spotlighting a powerful legislative effort to protect people with neurodegenerative diseases from theft. 🎙️ From building...
Ep.135 – Invisible Disabilities & Workplace Bias
Not every disability is visible—and being misunderstood can make the workplace even harder to navigate. 👀 Johanne Arsenault shares her experiences with invisible disabilities, employment discrimination, and rebuilding her...
Ep.94 – The Dangerous Shore: America Under U-Boat Attack
What if the U.S. coastline had been a WWII battlefield—and you never learned about it? Sara Vladic reveals the untold stories behind The Dangerous Shore. 🌊 U-boats and spies...
Ep.87 – Choose the Career That Fits YOU
🔥 Success isn’t about impressing everyone else—it’s about becoming the person you’re meant to be. 💼 ✨ Steve reveals how one unexpected opportunity completely changed his career path and...
Ep.134 – Hire Ability, Not Disability
💼 What if hiring people with disabilities became your company’s biggest competitive advantage?🚀 Jeremy Grandstaff shares how innovation, accessibility, and inclusion can unlock stronger businesses and more meaningful careers....
Ep.93 – The Secret World of Trappist Beer
What makes a beer worthy of the legendary Trappist name? Discover the centuries-old traditions, strict rules, and incredible stories behind the world’s rarest beers. 🍺 From Belgium to hidden...
Ep.133 – Your Ability Isn’t Guaranteed
❤️ Your health can change without warning—but your purpose doesn’t have to. 👁️ David shares a deeply personal story about protecting vision, embracing uncertainty, and choosing hope over fear....
Ep.140 – Equal Healthcare Access
Healthcare isn’t accessible if people with disabilities can’t communicate, understand their care, or participate in decisions. This episode takes a closer look at Section 1557 and disability protections. 🚨...