DBTD
By A.J Martens
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Mission of DBTD:
The " Don't Burn The Day'' team strives to be a podcast that motivates and inspires our listeners to pursue their passions, never forgetting that you only get one life, therefore what you do with it is up to you! Life is precious, DON'T BURN THE DAY!
DBTDFeb 11, 2021
A health update and more
Here's what's coming up on new episodes of don't burn the day
Abilities Expo
Don't be afraid to hit pause on your fast paced life
we are often reminded when it is too late that relationships are truly what matters and should be treated like it was something that is living in a fast-paced life we often get caught up in our own situations and forget to slow down and value those true relationships I hope this episode reminds someone to call whoever you may not have been in contact with for a while.
We're back and doing well
Plus details on upcoming events such as the Family Cafe www.familycafe.net May 27-29
Abilities Expo www.abilitiesexpo.com
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Overcoming tragedy and adapting to a new life with Alicia Dorough campiglia
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DBTD Roundtable Discussion with KC Adams
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Valentine's Day Special with Adriene Mascho
in this episode the DBTD team meets with Adriene Mascho representative of Feeldom to discuss some new things that they have going on such as Valentine's Day sale where you can get 50% off their merchandise on their Amazon store as well as use the code 1life2live at checkout at feeldomlife.com you can catch the Feeldom team at the abilities expo in April in Philidelphia and New York
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DBTD Winter Update and thoughts on Mental Health Day 2022
in this episode, AJ discusses his thoughts on the Mental Health Day 2022 that was hosted by agencies all across Vermont but it was done through Zoom so anyone could attend this informative event He also gives an update on future plans for the team and his feelings on winter and its effects on disabilities. For more info go to National Alliance On Mental Health | Vermont (namivt.org) and DRVT 1-800-834-7890 – 141 Main St., Ste. 7 Montpelier, VT 05602 (disabilityrightsvt.org)
Thank you to our sponsors; Feeldom https://www.feeldomlife.com/ use the code 1lfe2live to save 15% off premium mobility gear. and Friendlyshoes www.friedlyshoes.com use the code frienz4lyfe and save 10% off
Self-Care and Self-Love Within the Disabled Community
In the first episode of a brand new season of Don't Burn The Day the team gives tips for finding self-love within the disabled community and tips on being kind to yourself so that you can help in your segment of the world in which you live but you cant give to others what you don't have so we break down some daily routines that we think may bring you value in 2022 and beyond
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That's a wrap 2021
DBTD Gift Guide part 2
in this episode, the DBTD team shares gift ideas and coupon codes for this holiday season from some of our valued partners
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DBTD Gift Guide 2021
in this episode, we speak with Adrianne Mascho of Feeldom about their great bags that are perfect for anyone who uses a wheelchair and we are proud to offer our listeners a 15% off coupon code by using 1life2live at checkout www.feeldomlife.com
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how to make an impact in 2022 featuring Mason Hall Morris
in this episode DBTD is joined by Mason Hall Morris as we give advocates ideas on how they can make an impact in 2022. Mason shares her journey as an activist
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DBTD Thanksgiving Special
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DBTD meets with Robin Williams Evans
In this episode, the DBTD team meets with author, consultant, and small business owner Robin Williams Evans to talk about her family's journey with raising a child with cerebral palsy and her journey of starting a small business called Wyatt Wear a collection of fashionable bibs dedicated to anyone that doesn't want to keep doing more laundry because there is food on your shirts :p Robin is an author of a book called Living A Happy Life With A Special-Needs Child this book is a resource for new parents of children with disabilities with the aim of being sort of a road map of what to expect
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Ryan Garcia from Friendly Shoes joins DBTD
Shannon is joined by Ryan Garcia of Friendly Shoes in this episode they discuss the fusion between fashion and function of the Friendly shoes for anybody they also discuss the new kids line the I can 2 line of fashionable shoes this line is perfect for kids with sensory issues you can find out more information by going to www.friendlyshoes.com
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DBTD in conversation with Kai and Sarah Derubis
in this episode, the story of Kai and his mom is one of unconditional love and understanding as Kai has become one of the youngest drag queens in the Madison, Wisconsin area as he performs at The Five Nightclub the Derubis family is a tight-knit family that advocates for many LGBTQIA causes such as the trover project and it gets better as the impossible project.
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An Open Conversation w/ Nathan Todd The Loneliness Coach
DBTD had an open conversation with The Loneliness Coach, Nathan Todd, who walked us through some eye-opening exercises that we hope you will get value from. This is a wonderful, insightful hour that we hope helps a lot of listeners.
DBTD celebrates World Cerebral Palsy Day 2021
in this episode, AJ and Shannon provide some interesting information about cerebral palsy as we celebrate World Cerebral Palsy Day and the millions of reasons there needs to be more education and awareness surrounding the largest group of people that have a disability. We hope that you enjoy this informative episode for more information you can go to www.worldcerebralpalsyday.org #worldcerebralpalsyday #millionofreasons
you can also go to the DBTD facebook page www.facebook.com/dbtdpod
Cerebral Palsy Conference Josh Smith interview pt2
Josh Smith from the Cerebral Palsy Conference joins AJ for part 2 of their interview discussing the upcoming Cerebral Palsy Conference topics include mind and body connection and parenting a child with cerebral palsy There is still time to register for this great conference go to www.cerebralpalsyconfernce.org for all the information
Jessica Duncan w/ Fun 4 Tally Kids
Interview with Jaleel King - photographer
Interview with Josh Smith - Cerebral Palsy Conference
What Don't Burn The Day Means to us
Cerebral Palsy Conference - www.cerebralpalsyconference.org October 1 and 2 this will be a virtual event
Green Mountain Support Service - www.gmssi.org
Friendly Shoes -www.friendlyshoes.com
Patti and Ricky - www.pattiandricky.com use code DBTD10 at checkout for 10% off
a real candid conversation with Whitney Bailey
Chat with advocate and author Jaimie Sherling
We had the chance to sit down and speak with an advocate and new author of the book "Queens to Queens How the Madison Drag Community Saved My Life" Jaimie Sherling. We also spoke about the many projects she is involved with as an advocate and also her growing popularity on Instagram thanks to her Formal Friday's post that she has done for 69 consecutive Fridays while going through chemo. There is more to this great chat so we hope you enjoy. Follow us at www.facebook.com/dbtdpod and www.dbtdmedia.com Thank you to all our sponsors www.cerebralpalsyconference.org www.friendlyshoes.com www.pattiandricky.com www.gmssi.org
sit down with Emily Bottinick content creator
DBTD had the chance to sit down with content creator Emily Bottinick from the Youtube channel, Emily's Life On Wheels, to talk about some of her experiences as a content creator and much more. If you want to find out more about Emily here are her links
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/emily.bottinick Instagram: emilyslifeonwheels YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmilyBot...
We would also like to thank our wonderful sponsors Friendly Shoes, Patti and Ricky, and Green Mountain Support Services who is hosting the 6th annual Cerebral Palsy Conference
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DBTD celebrates the 31st Anniversary of the ADA
in this episode the DBTD team celebrates the 31st anniversary of the ADA while discussing ways that it can be improved. we also discuss our opinions on why it is so important for the restoration of social security act to be put into law to help many of us who are on SSI. https://grijalva.house.gov/sites/grijalva.house.gov/files/documents/SSI%20Restoration%20Act%202021%20Sec%20by%20Sec.pdf
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DBTD's thoughts on the Social Security Restoration Act 2021
The DBTD team wanted to share our thoughts on the proposed bill that would give more people on social security a raise in their benefits along with other perks that aren't allowed now this biss would help many people be more productive in their communities so if you have a person in your life who is on disability please push for this bill to be passed
Pioneers Of Disability Series - Louis Braille
It's been said that young people can change the world or the world around them well this is exactly what a 15 year old Louis Braille did when he made the braille system that would change the world for many visually impaired people around the world. This is his story.
DBTD welcomes Nikki Young of Morgan's Wonderland
When you think of the word inclusion themeparks aren't first to come to mind but this isn't the case in San Antonio, TX as they have the first ultra accessible themepark Morgan's Wonderland. Don't Burn The Day was able to speak with Nikki Young the edutainment director for Morgan's Wonderland. We spoke about everything that is happening. What it's like to be the first of its kind and much much more. This is an insightful conversation that will hopefully let people in on the exciting things happening with this wonderful organization. For more information you can visit www.morganswonderland.com and the Morgan's Wonderland Inclusion Foundation www.mwif.com
Pioneers of the ADA series - Ed Roberts
Pioneers of the ADA series - Justin Dart Jr
DBTD with special guest Alex Herold of PattiandRicky
in this episode of DBTD we are joined by Alex Herold the founder and ceo of www.pattiandricky.com the largest adaptive fashion marketplace on the internet. In our discussion we disciss the foundation of PattiandRicky.com and also where Alex sees the industry going in the future and we were able to partner together to give our listeners 10% off anything sitewide if you use the code DBTD10 at checkout the site has everything you could need if youre looking for adaptive clothing or accessories.
part two of our conversation with Kat Jones
in this episode we sit down once again with artist musician and activist Kat Jones
conversation with musician and artist Kat Jones
in this teo part interview Kat Jones opens up about her work as an artist and a musician and an activist this is a very insighful episode but it is not for children there are many different things you will be able to take away from this episode on topics like mental health and not being afraid to be yourself. www.katjonesmusic.com
Diving into the Delta Controversy
the team discusses the video that went viral over the past few weeks about the wheelchair that was damaged by Delta airlines we discuss the ways that the travel industry can better serve their disabled passengers note Our apologies for the name mix up. Bree was the friend and Gabrielle was the lady that it https://www.newsweek.com/woman-claims-delta-airlines-broke-her-wheelchair-during-flight-viral-video-1595009?amp=1&fbclid=IwAR1_xoutWJphMmd6XLpcXGQfnk4lzrahLx3gqUUoVXYmAJ1x8-knOuGxI2g www.dbtdmedia.com
Don't Burn The Birthday Bonus Episode
My cohost Shannon along with the other team members of the DBTD team put together a birthday celebration for me and we thought you would enjoy some bonus content featuring the music of Kat Jones who will be our guest on June 7th you can find more information about her by going to www.katjonesmusic.com once again I would like to thank the DBTD team for putting this event together. For more information about the Don't Burn The Day podcast by going to www.dbtdmedia.com
DBTD and Friendly Shoes - A Perfect Fit
The team from Friendly Shoes join us to discuss their new lines in adaptive footwear for everyone Joeseph and Ryan will take us through the journey of the conception of Friendly and where they are headed in the future www.friendlyshoes.com we also unveil our new Dont Burn The Day website which is www.dbtdmedia.com
DBTD Q&A Session
mental illness and domestic violence within the disability community
joining Don't Burn The Day is Krystal Monteros in this episode we will discuss the topics of mental health and domestic violence within the disability community this isn't a subject for young kids the national center for domestic violence can be reached at 18007997233 check out the links below Disability & Domestic Abuse information and resources from the Ann Craft Trust
information from the national domestic abuse hotline about abuse and the disability communities
Let's Talk Depression and Mental Health– Slick Chicks (slickchicksonline.com) Stand Up. Sit Down. Speak Out!– Slick Chicks (slickchicksonline.com)
Oscar talk and so much more
in this episode we will discuss the opportunity that the film makers of the Netflix documentary Crip Camp had in being up for an Oscar Award. We share our opinions on the film and the fact that the community did not choose the film and we also discuss the history behind the film as well as Don't Burn The Day has coming up in future episodes for more information go to our Facebook page www.facebook.com/dbtdpod Find out about our Youtube live event https://www.facebook.com/events/477744356830358
We mention this book during the show along with the great Netflix documentary Crip Camp if you haven't already please check them out you most definitely won't be disappointed! Click the link below and grab the book now... IT IS EXCELLENT! https://amzn.to/3b1uX2kDBTD announces future plans
in this episode DBTD announces some major things coming down the road that our fans will be interactive in one of these is a youtube live where we will take your questions on May 13th you can send your questions to our facebook page www.facebook.com/dbtdpod or you can email them to dontburntheday2021@gmail.com the show is at 6 eastern if you are a supporter of the show and would like to help out with producing better content heres how you can help out https://www.ablegifting.com/OH/SqTXvs
Krystal Monteros gets real with DBTD team
Former Miss Wheelchair Washington Krystal Monteros joins the show to talk about a wide range of topics but the most important topic she will discuss is hoping that Don't Burn The Day listeners could help find her 12 year old niece Destiny who has been missing for several days. We at DBTD know our community will do their best to help in this situation so if you are in the Tacoma, Washington area please pay special attention to this episode.
My brother's My caregiver an honest chat
KC joins DBTD for a very honest discussion about both growing up as a sibling of a older brother with a disability and then becoming his caregiver. Shannon and AJ and KC have an array of topics surrounding the home healthcare industry and why the best thing for AJ is having KC as his full time aide. We hope you get some insight into what its like to be a sibling of someone with a disability. For more info please go to www.facebook.com/dbtdpod
Sibling of a person with a disability promo
on the next episode of Don't Burn The Day AJ's brother joins the show to give his perspective on growing up with a sibling with a disability as well as being his aide. The two will share funny stories from the years of travel and other experiences along the way. The interview will be out April
a chill chat with DBTD
the DBTD team discusses the future of the show and how you guys could be a part of the show. In this episode we talk about future episodes and partnerships that we will be entering into to offer you the best content we can provide. Check our facebook page for updates. www.facebook.com/dbtdpod
Aging with Cerebral Palsy ( A RAW and VERY REAL Disscussion)
Tonight the duo is back and we A.J. and Shannon are getting real about a topic that is close to both of us so Aging with C.P. you will hear our genuine thoughts and feelings on the subject and maybe even gain some insight into what we deal with on the daily so grab an afternoon snack settle into a comfy space and enjoy the conversation. Oh and don't forget to find us on Facebook and add to the conversation! We will be releasing a second part to this episode soon. www.facebook.com/dbtdpod
Aging With Cerebral Palsy teaser
On the next episode of Don't Burn The Day, AJ and Shannon will be discussing aging with cerebral palsy and giving our experiences thus far along with sharing some funny stories along the way . This show will drop Monday April 5th in the afternoon