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Episode 72: Meet Our New CoHosts & Calgary Adapted Hub Today is a Two Part episode. In Part One, Talitha asks Accessible Airwave's new co-hosts Amaris, Elijah, Erick and Noor some questions so we can get to know them better. In Part Two, Amaris, Elijah and Erick interview Jen Goeres the Director of Calgary Adapted Hub. Calgary Adapted Hub powered by Jump start is a collective of Calgary-based organizations committed to providing quality sport and recreation opportunities for children, youth and families living with disabilities.

Episode 71: Gateway Association Today, Morgan interviews Samantha Grabinsky, who is the Senior Manager at Gateway Association. Gateway Association is an Alberta based, non-profit organization established in 1975 that empowers individuals with disabilities and their families. Operating in Edmonton and Calgary, it functions as an Employment Resource Centre and Family Resource Centre.

Episode 70: Zachary Weeks Today, Austin and Morgan interview Zachary Weeks who is a disability advocate and accessibility consult based in Edmonton, Alberta. Zachary has been a spokesperson on disability issues since he was young. He has consulted on various building departments such as the Glenrose's Bill Black Auditorium, The Walterdale Theatre and Rogers Place.

Episode 69: Councillor Keren Tang Today, Austin interviews Keren Tang, who has represented the Southeast Ward Karhiio community on the Edmonton City Council since 2021. As a Councillor, Keren has served on the Accessibility Advisory Committee and as a board member of Alberta Municipalities and Climate Caucus. Keren is passionate about participatory engagement bringing community perspectives to life and working with diverse communities to build healthier more connected neighbourhoods.

Episode 68: Barrier Free Alberta Today, Austin and Morgan interview Michelle Kristinson, Government Relations & Advocacy Manager for Cerebral Palsy Alberta and member of Barrier Free Alberta. Barrier Free Alberta is a grassroots advocacy movement campaigning for comprehensive accessibility legislation to identify, remove and prevent barrier for people with disabilities in the province.

Episode 67: Bee You Kids Today, Austin and Morgan interview Andile Nyasha Pfupa, an early childhood educator and the founder of Bee You Kids. Bee You Kids is a Canadian based, multi-cultural children's store specializing in inclusive dolls, books, and educational tools. Bee You Kids aims to provide toys that represent diverse cultures, skin tones, and abilities, fostering self worth and representation in children's play.

Episode 66: Whimble Today Austin and Morgan interview Emma Brown the CEO and Founder of Whimble. Emma is an entrepreneur who turned over 3 decades of caregiving experience into a mission driven tech company that transforms how care is delivered. Her journey combines lived experience, innovation and leadership, offering a powerful perspective on accessibility. Whimble is a CareTech platform designed to fill gaps in personal care services. Whimble connects individuals to personal care attendants on demand offering timely and flexible support for urgent or short term needs.

Episode 65: Makers Making Change- The Neil Squire Society Today, Austin and Morgan are talking to Shanelle Gilman who is the Western Regional Coordinator of the Makers Making Change Program at the Neil Squire Society. The Neil Squire Society is a Canadian national non profit organization that empowers people with disabilities through accessible technology, innovation, digital literacy, and employments programs, aiming for economic and social inclusion by developing assistive devices and providing tailored support for independence.

Episode 64: Disability Action Hall Today, Austin interviews Collen Huston, Mary Salvani, and Alex Jack from the Disability Action Hall. The Disability Action Hall is a group of adults with disabilities and allies in Calgary that meets to advocate for social justice issues, celebrate disability pride and culture, and create positive change.

Episode 63: Treat Accessibly On today's show, Austin and Morgan interview Rich Padulo the co-founder of Treat Accessibly. Which is a grassroots movement that promotes an inclusive and barrier-free Halloween experience that encourages homeowners to offer treats from their driveway or yard. The initiative aims to ensure all children regardless of mobility, sensory or intellectual disabilities can fully participate. There are Halloween Villages happening during the month of October in the cities of AB: Calgary, St. Albert, Edmonton. BC: Surrey, QC: Montreal, NS: Halifax, ON: Toronto, Hamilton, Ottawa. Please visit https://www.treataccessibly.com/halloween-villages-2025 for more information.

Episode 62: Diverse Moms Connect - Part 2 Today Austin and Morgan continue their interview with Elizabeth Lecerf and Hillary Beierle the founders of Diverse Moms Connect - a local group offering support for moms and parents of neuro-diverse kids in the Airdrie and Calgary area. The group provides a safe space for parents to connect, share experiences and events.

Episode 61: Diverse Moms Connect - Part 1 Today Austin and Morgan interview Elizabeth Lecerf and Hillary Beierle the founders of Diverse Moms Connect - a local group offering support for moms and parents of neuro-diverse kids in the Airdrie and Calgary area. The group provides a safe space for parents to connect, share experiences and events.

Episode 60: Milk Jar Candle Company (Part 2) Today Morgan and Austin continue their interview with Holly Singer, the founder of Milk Jar Candle Company which is a Calgary based business known for its nontoxic candles and products using an inclusive business model. This is Part 2/2.

Episode 59: Milk Jar Candle Company Today Morgan and Austin interview Holly Singer, the founder of Milk Jar Candle Company which is a Calgary based business known for its nontoxic candles and products while an inclusive business model. This is part 1 of a 2 part episode.

Episode 58: Open Discussion Morgan and Austin chat with their peer Alexandria Huddleston from DDRC (Developmental Disability Resource Centre of Calgary) about their experiences with disabilities and navigating things such as school, transportation and day to day life.