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On A Different Path, you’ll meet individuals with autism and hear about their life journeys navigating the world while overcoming the many obstacles that life often throws at people. From love advice to mental health awareness, our guests tell their stories to help those listening know they aren’t alone in their struggles and never will be. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/autismintl/support
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Jayne Nakata, resident of Japan, creator of the award winning PodLaunch with Jayne, a system for creating and maintaining the podcast you always wanted, shares her learning and interviews women from all walks of life, making it work on their terms. 日本に住んでいる女性のため、No.1ポッドキャスト! 中田ジェーン、ニュージーランド出身、2002年から福島県在住。ポッドキャスター、ポッドキャストコンサルタント。 日本に住んでいる女性を中心にして、子育て中でも、田舎住まいでも、自分の国に住んでなくても、自分らしい人生を手に入るのはできます!
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The Realities of Naraigoto: Afterschool Activities in Japan with Jacqui Miyabayashi
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Jayne chats with Jacqui Miyabayashi about the intensive nature of afterschool activities, or 'Naraigoto,' in Japan and how to be more successful as a foreign parent. Jacqui and Jayne share their experiences with their children's involvement in activities like swimming, baseball, volleyball and violin, discussing the challenges, costs, and the impor…
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Reverse Engineering Your Child's Public Schooling in Japan with guest host Brittany Arthur!
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In this enlightening episode of the Transformations with Jayne podcast, guest host Brittany Arthur takes the reins to delve into the complexities of navigating public education in Japan, particularly for foreign mothers. Jayne, usually the host, steps into the guest role to share her experience as a foreign mum guiding her children through the Japa…
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TWJ 2023 Wrap-Up: Unpacking a Year of Transformation with Jo and Jayne
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In our latest episode, Jo and Jayne provide an end-of-year check-in for 2023. They discuss their personal transformations, from Jayne's newfound love for baseball and her refreshing "inner old lady" approach to life, to Jo's pursuit of her artistic passions and the importance of balancing work and leisure. We talk about: The health challenges that …
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Summer homework and bringing the best of both worlds to Japan from Sweden with Kumiko Ekstedt
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Kumiko Nakajima Ekstedt and I are discussing the differences between life in Japan and Sweden where Kumiko has lived for more than 14 years. I am interested to learn more about where in the world women have the best life and are able to live the life they want, be a mother if they want, have a career if they want. Full disclosure, I was having a ve…
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Less Effort for More Impact with Women’s Success Coach, Helen Iwata
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Helen Iwata, the Less Effort More Impact Coach, is back on the show after five years! Helen has done quite a few transformations herself since 2018, and I can’t wait for you to hear how she is helping international and Japanese women in Japan to have more ease and joy in their lives. Now that is something we all want!! In this episode you’ll hear: …
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Give me back my energy! Jayne speaks with Menopause Energy Expert Miyako Hazama
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We are talking about all things peri-menopause and menopause in this episode with Menopause Energy Expert, Miyako Hazama. It’s a topic of discussion almost everywhere I go these days, even Oprah is talking about it! I really want more women to be aware of things they may be putting up with, not realising that it is something that we can get help fo…
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Checking in with Violet Pacileo, Otoyo Strength CrossFit
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We last spoke to Violet in May 2021 as she was about to embark on a project to build an amazing CrossFit facility in the mountain town of Otoyo in Kochi Prefecture, Shikoku Japan. Two years later we check in to see how it went and what challenges Violet now faces with running a business day to day as well as being a mother of three and a consultant…
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Renovating? Buying Property in Japan? Blanka Kobayashi tells us about her way to live a life
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I love meeting international women in Japan who are finding their way and creating things whether it is a new podcast or a bricks and mortar business like Blanka’s which actually does deal with things like bricks! Blanka shares how she came to be really enjoying running her family’s renovation company that helps foreigners get the services they nee…
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Take care of yourself to help others with Mary Wanjohi
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If you need a pick me up today, then turn this episode on and give yourself a boost thanks to the wonderful guest Mary Wanjohi! She tells us about how she adjusted to life in Japan having been born and raised in a small town in Kenya to negotiating the scramble crossing in Shibuya. Mary and I talk about how we can make sure we are taking care of ou…
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Collaboration for increased creativity and connection with Paige and Jordana
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I’m always thrilled to find a new podcast by women with a nexus to Japan. Jordana Matsuda and Paige Baldwin Ando have both been guests on TWJ and now they have gone on to create their own show together: The Creativity Cafe Podcast. I love how their connection and collaboration has really brought joy to their lives that goes beyond just putting toge…
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We're talking about menopause in Japan
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My gorgeous guest is Lindsey Sawada, founder of the Setagaya Yoga Studio. Not only do we talk about the wonderful Tuesday morning yoga classes that Lindsey holds each week online, but Lindsey also shares her experience so far with menopause. Jayne shares some of the symptoms that she has been noticing more and more recently that perhaps you’ve been…
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End of Year Show 2022 with Jayne and Jo
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It’s that time again! It’s time for our end of year check-in with Podlaunch producer Jo, to see how our 2022 shaped up. Listen to the episode to hear how our year went, what we ticked off our yearly to-do list, how we left room for magic to surprise us, and what’s in store for 2023! Follow along at home as always, reflect on your 2022 and make fun …
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Lifeboats where there are none with Lin Nishitani from Atlantic Pacific
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On the show this week we’re talking with Lin Nishitani, a university student and project manager for Atlantic Pacific. I loved hearing how she came to be involved with this great organisation that is doing fantastic work to help areas affected by the tsunami in 2011. Their work has now extended to teaching water safety skills as well as their Ocean…
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Intentionality in Your Career and Life with Heidi Karino
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This week on the podcast I talk to Heidi Karino, a Japanese English Transcreation Specialist working with content marketing translation. Heidi came to Japan and pursued translation as a career, pivoted to copywriting, and ultimately became a transcreation specialist with the launch of Kotonoha Bloom. Listen to the episode to hear about Heidi’s jour…
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Shinto and the surprise of finding your place in the world in Japan with Dr. Nyri A. Bakkalian
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Shinto is something we live with every day here in Japan, and we often do notice it, though we go to the shrine at New Year or when we are sightseeing. Dr. Nyri A. Bakkalian shares her experience of finding her place in the world on the day she wandered into the Osaki Hachiman shrine in 2005. Listen to hear what happened next! If you enjoyed this e…
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An Ongoing Journey of Self, Health and Wellness with Tiffany Rossdale
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On the latest episode of Transformations with Jayne, I talk to Tiffany Rossdale. Tiffany is a retreat specialist, LGBTQ educator and transgender activist, a certified Life Coach, a local private tour guide, and producer and host of the podcast, Breakfast With Tiffany. Born and raised in Manila, Philippines, Tiffany Rossdale has been a resident of T…
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Self Confessed Grief Geeks Sarah Furuya and Gretchen Miura from Lighthouse Grief Circle
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As Obon finishes for another year, we turn our thoughts to a new start in September - the other January. Gretchen Miura and Sarah Furuya are two wonderful women in our foreign women in Japan community who have created a community for people who are experiencing grief and want help with processing it. If you have lost someone and not taken the time …
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Living A Purpose-Filled Life with Penelope Thompson
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This week on the podcast I talk to one of my very best friends Penelope Thompson. I have known Penny since 1998 when we met at university and lived together for 2 years. It’s my great pleasure to share this special person with the listeners of Transformations with Jayne. As well as being my friend, Penny is also an amazing mother of three very spec…
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Adapting & Reinventing Through a Pandemic with Jennifer Shinkai
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This week on the podcast I am catching up with Jennifer Shinkai, ikigai researcher, facilitator and coach, author, and host of her own podcast; Ikigai with Jennifer Shinkai. Jennifer was last on the podcast in 2019 before the pandemic, and since then has experienced a lot of transformation in her working life. Join us as we catch up on everything J…
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Always Taking that Perfect Shot- Helen Pappas
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From famous relatives to who is the better cook. Helen Pappas tells us all about her photography and how her autism has impacted her business. Be sure to check out this incredible episode as I interview this amazing photographer with autism! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/autismintl/support…
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Checking in on our 2022 Goals with Jo Tindling
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On this week’s episode of Transformations with Jayne I am joined by Jo Tindling, podcast manager, as we discuss how our years are going so far. At the end of 2021 Jo and I recorded an episode talking about what we wanted to make happen in 2022, and seeing as how we are at the halfway point of the year I thought it would be a good time to do a bit o…
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Naming and Claiming Your Space with Michele Fujii
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I love a story of someone finding their way in Japan! Michele Fujii came back to Japan with her husband and found a job, one day realising that although it was a nice job, she really wanted to extend herself and so she started doing just that. If you are wanting to make the most of living in Japan and want to know “how”, then Michele’s story might …
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Parenting your way in Japan: Using the power of science and connection with Dr. Laura Gainche
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If you are wondering how you and your child can have a better night’s sleep but you live in Japan and all the “Sleep Experts” are overseas, then Dr. Laura Gainche is here to help. It’s been a while since I was up to my ears in babies and sleep schedules, but you’ll hear Dr. Laura’s ideas on how parents like you in Japan can make your lifestyle work…
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Our environment means everything to us and it means a great deal to environmental activist and autism advocate Paige Powell. From her late diagnosis to her amazing drumming in the band, The Hot and Heavies, Paige lays it all out for our listeners. Be sure to check her and her band out as she describes her incredible journey with autism! --- Support…
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Forest Therapy in Japan with Stacy Kurokawa
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I love to have listeners join me on the show and today Stacy Kurokawa and I are talking about life in Japan and how she has incorporated “Forest Therapy” into her life and is now showing others how to enjoy it too. If you enjoyed this episode and it inspired you in some way, we’d love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screensh…
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Business Success in Japan with Lydia Beukelman
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This week on the podcast I talk to Lydia Beukelman, host of the Business Success Japan podcast. Lydia has taught English in South Korea, taught Japanese language and business culture in the United States, and is currently teaching in Japan as part of the Jet Programme. Lydia’s podcast helps foreigners coming to Japan for business learn about the bu…
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Michael Gilberg is a special education lawyer and autism advocate who currently supports the needs of children and adolescents in the school system. From childhood dream jobs to a call for advocacy and defense, Michael Gilberg and I discuss what challenges individuals with autism currently face. Be sure to listen to his incredible advice with speci…
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Disaster Preparedness with Beth Yokohara
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Note: This episode’s interview was recorded before the earthquake on the 16th of March, and our conversation about disaster preparedness does not talk about this latest big earthquake. I thought that would sound a bit weird for listeners so I spent a few minutes in the beginning of this episode discussing my family’s experience of this latest big e…
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Creativity in Japan with Paige Baldwin Ando
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This week on the podcast I’m talking with Paige Baldwin Ando, a creativity coach based in Tokyo. Paige has helped people with novels, paintings, blogs, music and more, through her Whole Self Creative creativity coaching company. If you are feeling creatively stuck in the middle of a project, or don’t know where to start a new project, Paige will gi…
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Part 2 Always Striving for More-Stephanie Galvez
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Our conversation with Stephanie Galvez continues with this amazing autism advocate and mother with autism. Learn what resources impacted Stephanie's journey along with supporting her son with autism. We discuss local support, dreams, and advice for new parents receiving their child's diagnosis. All this and more as we travel down this different pat…
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What's it like on the PTA and Japan and will my kid be bilingual?
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This episode is Part two of a series about the education system in Japan and how we as foreign parents can navigate it all more successfully. Make sure you listen to Episode 119 for Part One before you join us for this one. It's a doozy though! In this episode you will hear: What it's like to be on the PTA in Japan What kind of dynamics can affect …
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Always Striving for More-Stephanie Galvez Part 1
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From a culture's influence on autism to first year jitter's as a special education teacher, Stephanie Galvez, lays it all out for everyone to hear. Not only is she a mother with autism, she also has a child with autism. Hear this incredible story now and how she handles the pressures of motherhood as well as her challenges with her diagnosis! --- S…
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119: Parenting in Japan and the Education System Part 1
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This week we have a special two part series about being a parent in Japan and navigating the transitions for families when children enter school in Japan or move to a new level of schooling. In this episode you will hear: Considerations for choosing daycare or a kindergarten for your child The secret side entrances to kindergartens! How kindergarte…
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What happens when your kids come on your podcast as guests
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It's a bit of a fun episode today with my two special guests, who have been asking to appear on my show. We'll be talking about: Things we like about Japan What we're planning for the upcoming spring holidays Two brand new podcasts coming out soon Links of things mentioned in the show: The Hugo Show with HugoN FocusCore Podcast SELF POWER NOW! Got …
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Always Partners-Fitz Sanchez and Janet Enriquez
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I speak with siblings, Janet Eriquez and Fitz Sanchez, who strive to accomplish every goal they set for themselves. From little toy boats to the hustle and bustle of applying for jobs! These pair of siblings lay out a road map from hyperactive kiddo to independence. Be sure to hear about this amazing partnership along with heartfelt advice for the …
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The New Year Holiday with no kids: Lessons for 2022
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We sent our two kids (7 and 10) to visit their grandparents alone during the winter holiday and let’s just say it was amazing, but also eye opening as to just how much my life revolves around them and when they are not home, I struggled not to fall into the trap of filling the space with w.o.r.k. Loads of shout outs on this episode! You can see som…
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There is more to this time honored tradition! Learn about the history of this amazing story and the man who started it all! It’s okay to be different and it should always be accepted! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/autismintl/support
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Well, what a year 2021 has been! We’ve come to the last episode of the year and we thought it would be nice to spend this episode reflecting on 2021, and thinking about what we want to achieve in 2022. Joining me on this episode is Transformations with Jayne producer Jo Tindling. Join us as we talk about what happened this year for both of us and t…
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Always the Advocate- Wendy and Carter Maurer
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I speak with autism advocate and mother Wendy Maurer along with her 7-year-old Carter. Diagnosis denial, self-advocacy, and a mutual dislike for gym class. All of this and more are talked about in this month's episode! Be sure to check out how Carter learned to self-advocate for himself and his autism diagnosis along with Wendy providing our listen…
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Building International Careers as a Couple with Kate Galloway
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You just never know what reaction your actions in the world will cause! My episode with Kate Galloway is an example of what can happen when you put your hand up for things or just try something. I wrote an article about the lack of women in podcasting for my podcast hosting software, Captivate. Kate saw that article and something about it made her …
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Creating the community you need with Nina Cataldo
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One day Nina Cataldo told me that she has been a long time listener of the podcast. I was floored as I had no idea and had been watching with growing interest at all the great things she has been doing. How funny, and I’m so thrilled to finally have Nina on the show! If you have younger kids who are half Japanese, then you will love hearing from Ni…
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Always the Dreamer- Dr. James Williams
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I speak with Bloom Consulting's chief operations officer Dr. James Williams! We speak about growing up with autism, TIE fighter battles, traveling while dealing with sensory overload, and more! Check out all the tips and tricks shared on this episode! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/autismintl/support…
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Healing yourself with Dr. Mira Simic-Yamashita
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Dr. Mira Simic-Yamashita used her skill in Rapid Transformational Therapy to help me in November and December of 2020. Since then I have seen many positive changes in my life and I wanted you all to know more about this wonderful person we have in our community here in Japan. Dr Mira has a generous offer for listeners so make sure you listen to the…
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Amazing Journeys in Life and Writing with Karen Hill Anton
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This week on the show I had the pleasure of interviewing author, cross-cultural competence consultant and coach; Karen Hill Anton. She has written an amazing memoir called The View from Breast Pocket Mountain that I highly recommend! She has been living in Japan since the 1970’s, and it was fascinating to hear about how she navigated her way here, …
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Transforming Your Relationship with Food, with Mayuko Okai
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If you have ever wondered why you can’t stop eating, or you never feel satisfied even though you eat all the time, or you want to be more intuitive in your eating, then this episode might be for you! I have also had a lifelong journey with eating and my guest, Mayuko Okai is someone who can help with all kinds of topics around eating and intuitive …
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In this episode I speak with full-time software engineer Tenor Biel! We speak about humble beginnings, adapting to an everchanging workplace while living with autism, and what it's like to find love in a partner! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/autismintl/support
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Designing your life using design thinking with Brittany Arthur
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Brittany Arthur is someone who does not let the circumstances dictate what she can do! Brittany has been running her Japan based business from Mexico since Covid restrictions made it impossible to return to Japan. In the last year, she has also joined us in the podcasting world with her show: Business Karaoke. I love that name and you will love wha…
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Transformations with Jayne Podcast is getting ready to go again after a lovely summer off from podcasting. In this short episode I'm sharing some of the learnings from this Covid summer in Japan which was not what I would have planned if we were able to travel and be with other people just now. How about you? How was your summer? Drop us a message …
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Ron Sandison works full-time in the medical field and is a professor of theology at Destiny School of Ministry. He is also a best-selling author of three different books regarding autism. In this episode we discuss Ron growing up with autism and finding his place in the world. We discuss dating while on the spectrum, keeping one's faith, and much m…
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Brian Middleton is a full-time licensed behavior analyst for the state of Tennessee. He works predominantly with children with developmental disabilities, which includes children diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. In this episode, we discuss Brian's path to his diagnosis and his campaign to promote self-advocacy for individuals with autism…
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