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A show about the positive impact people with different abilities bring to the workforce.
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Laura Laurie Hutchinson, Autism Awareness for Employers and Inclusive Interviewing Ep. 37

The Hidden Workforce Apr 02, 2022

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Daniele Hillyer, The Sister Show! On Inclusion Progress & Adventures with Alex- Author Mike Conn Ep. 120

Daniele Hillyer, The Sister Show! On Inclusion Progress & Adventures with Alex- Author Mike Conn Ep. 120

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.

 

This week on The Hidden Workforce we have some fun segments in store!


Lisa kicks us off with another segment of "The Sister Show" with her sister Daniele Hillyer! Have you ever wondered what it was like to be a student living with disabilities in the 60s-70s? or what it was like to work at an institution back in the 60s that used to keep people with disabilities under lock and key? What are The Secrets of The Hidden Workforce? Find out about these and more on this segment!


Then we'll venture to Duncan, Oklahoma where our remote reporter, Alex Weddington, interviews Mike Conn! Mike is a business coach and consultant as well as author of the book, "Communication Culture." Tune in to hear all about fostering unity in the workplace!

 

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Mar 23, 202428:16
Lori Beth Frederick, The Griffin Promise Autism Clinic & Ben Woodson, Rap Artist with Purpose Ep. 119

Lori Beth Frederick, The Griffin Promise Autism Clinic & Ben Woodson, Rap Artist with Purpose Ep. 119

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.

 

We have some very special guests on this week's episode!

First, we venture to Duncan, Oklahoma for Adventures with Alex! This week Alex chats with a rap artist based out of Broken Arrow, Ben Woodson! Ben lives on the Autism spectrum and likes to tell stories and spread positive messages through his music.


Then we hang out in Broken Arrow just a little longer as we venture over to The Griffin Promise Autism Clinic and speak with their Executive Director, Lori Beth Frederick. Lori chats with us about the incredible work their clinic does- the story of their clinic's beginnings, how rapidly they grew, the thousands they have served and helped over the years as well as the many kiddos they serve now, the services they offer, and the exciting events they have coming up as they celebrate their 10 year anniversary!

They are gearing up for their largest annual event in 3 weeks, Saturday April 6th- The Promise Gala! You can buy tickets, sponsor, or make a donation on their website.

https://www.thegriffinpromise.com/events-1/2024-promise-gala


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Mar 16, 202428:27
People with Disabilities Awareness Day in OKC & "The Secrets of The Hidden Workforce" Ep. 118

People with Disabilities Awareness Day in OKC & "The Secrets of The Hidden Workforce" Ep. 118

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.

 

On this week's episode of The Hidden Workforce, we have a special treat for listeners!

We kick off the first half in Oklahoma City at Oklahoma's People with Disabilities Awareness Day where we meet with some of the organizers of the event and chat about the impact this day has on our state and the different ability community. We also want to thank our Governor for declaring it an official day in Oklahoma.

Then the tables turn to our host Lisa being interviewed about her book, "The Secrets of The Hidden Workforce." She shares what inspired her to write her book and gives us a snapshot on what we can expect when we read it! You can buy her book on Amazon from the link below as well as follow her book tour on social media!

Amazon: https://amzn.asia/d/5VX3tME


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Mar 09, 202427:60
NFL Brothers, Up and Coming Umpire, & A Double Feature of Adventures with Alex! Ep. 117

NFL Brothers, Up and Coming Umpire, & A Double Feature of Adventures with Alex! Ep. 117

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.

 

On this week's episode of The Hidden Workforce we have special guests Nathan Raym and his father Gerald Raym (fun fact: former OU Offensive Lineman, Andrew Raym, is Nathan's brother!)

Nathan is a Hidden Workforce Ready Worker, ready to work as an umpire. He's passed his tests, practiced for the last 15 years, was an honorary officiate at a Broken Arrow High School football game in 2019, and it doesn't hurt that he's made calls from the sidelines of his super-star, NFL-bound brother, Andrew Raym's games his whole life! Nathan is ready to work in his dream job!

Then we'll venture to Duncan, Oklahoma on this week's double feature of Adventures with Alex where we'll hear from Dustin Collins and Thomas Knight! Tune in to hear these amazing interviews.

 

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Mar 02, 202427:05
Double Dose of Adventures with Alex- Think Ability & Autism Oklahoma Ep. 116

Double Dose of Adventures with Alex- Think Ability & Autism Oklahoma Ep. 116

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.

 

It's a double feature of Adventures with Alex!

We are amazed to see how far Think Ability Inc. has come and how it has grown! Tune in this week as we venture to Duncan, Oklahoma where our remote reporter, Alex Weddington, takes over the show with 2 amazing guests.


First, we'll hear from Mary Allen Miller with Think Ability Garden Cafe then head over to chat with Bret Easley as he discusses his creative projects and all about Autism Oklahoma's Invisible Layers Program.


You don't want to miss this exciting week with Alex!

 

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Feb 24, 202427:46
Tulsa's Night to Shine 2024 & Stars on Stage- The Wonderful Wizard of Oz Ep. 115

Tulsa's Night to Shine 2024 & Stars on Stage- The Wonderful Wizard of Oz Ep. 115

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.

 

Tune in to this weekend's incredible back-to-back feature on The Hidden Workforce!

Lisa takes us out of the studio and into the field where she reports live from the event. We'll hear from multiple guests at Night to Shine 2024 and the magical time everyone had throughout the evening!

Then Lisa chats with our very own, Maggie Bond, one of the volunteer music directors with Broken Arrow Public School's inclusive theater group, Stars on Stage, where she gushes about the amazing production of "The Wizard of Oz" their students will be performing this weekend at the Broken Arrow Performing Arts Center!

 

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Feb 17, 202428:06
Julie Bailey & Debbie Eagle- A Braille Embosser, A Notetaker App, and an Included VI Employee pt. 2 & Adventures with Alex, Director David West Ep. 114

Julie Bailey & Debbie Eagle- A Braille Embosser, A Notetaker App, and an Included VI Employee pt. 2 & Adventures with Alex, Director David West Ep. 114

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.

 

Welcome to another week of The Hidden Workforce! In this week's episode, we hear briefly from a worker in the hidden workforce, Juan, who lost his sight from disease. Juan runs a successful carpet installation company with his brother and shows us that no matter what lemons life throws at you- you can make the sweetest lemonade!

This segues perfectly into part 2 of our interview with Julie and Debbie from Oklahoma's Department of Rehabilitation Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired. They take us through their process of printing Braille through a Braille Embosser as well as the amazing technology available for people who live with visual impairments.


Next, we head to Duncan, Oklahoma in Adventures with Alex! In this week's feature, Alex introduces us to Film Director David West. David chats with us about his film projects, what it's like to be a director and Alex... A star in one of his most recent films! Tune in to find out more!

 

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Feb 10, 202427:34
Debbie Eagle & Julie Bailey- A Perkins Brailler, A Mechanical Notetaker, and Codes pt. 1 & Adventures with Alex, Jaden Gallop Ep. 113

Debbie Eagle & Julie Bailey- A Perkins Brailler, A Mechanical Notetaker, and Codes pt. 1 & Adventures with Alex, Jaden Gallop Ep. 113

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.

 

We have a wonderful show on this weekend's episode of The Hidden Workforce. We kick off the first part of our show with our friends Julie and Debbie at Oklahoma's Department of Rehabilitation Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired. They teach us about Braille, the basics of reading it, typing and creating it, and so much more. You don't want to miss our exciting time with them!

Then Alex takes us with him to Duncan where we hear from one of their local performers, Jaden Gallop, and her work with Duncan Little Theater!

 

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Feb 03, 202428:41
Inclusive Culinary Program, Invisible Layers Productions, Ready Workers, and Snowy Owls! Ep. 112

Inclusive Culinary Program, Invisible Layers Productions, Ready Workers, and Snowy Owls! Ep. 112

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.

 

Lisa kicks us off this week with Tulsa Tech's Inclusive Culinary Arts Program with their lead instructor, Jill! These hard-working students will earn all the certifications they need to be restaurant employable by graduation. If you know someone looking for an inclusive and accommodating culinary arts program- send them Tulsa Tech's way! We're thankful for the sponsorship of Christ View Christian Church and OKDRS for making this program happen. You can contact Teresa Burg at 918-828-5000 for more information!


Next, Alex takes us to Norman, Oklahoma where we meet Dillon Griffitts! A proud member of the Choctaw Nation and a die-heart Swiftie, Dillon is an active creator with Invisible Layers Productions with Autism Oklahoma, a performer with local theater companies, and dual degree recipient with an associates in Theater from OCCC as well as a bachelors in Native American Studies from OU.


Then we wrap up at Lisa's favorite exhibit at the Tulsa Zoo- when she isn't working with a client in their job there, she's with the Snowy Owl!

 

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Jan 27, 202423:21
The Tulsa Oilers & Invisible Layers Productions Ep. 111

The Tulsa Oilers & Invisible Layers Productions Ep. 111

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.

 

This week we skate over to the Tulsa Oilers Ice Center where we meet with Kat De Angelis. Kat chats with us about the Oilers ice rink, their ice theater program, and touches briefly on inclusion in skating. We're all anticipating the grand opening of the new Oilers ice center opening in a few weeks and can't wait to see the family, friends, teams, and communities that come together to enjoy the space!


Then Alex takes us to Edmond on Adventures with Alex this week where we hear from Sarah Lauffenburger! Sarah is an accomplished editor for filmmaking and other content projects having started and ran her own business in that focus. She was hired through Autism Oklahoma and has enjoyed taking on the legacy of her mentor in teaching and becoming a mentor to the members of Invisible Layers Productions.

 

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Jan 20, 202428:17
DJ Brandon Hobson, Self Advocate Musician and DJ & Adventures with Alex- Veronica Hodgson, Music Studio Owner Ep. 110

DJ Brandon Hobson, Self Advocate Musician and DJ & Adventures with Alex- Veronica Hodgson, Music Studio Owner Ep. 110

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.


On this week's Hidden Workforce we have a special treat as our friend DJ Brandon Hobson takes over as host of our segment. He is a ready worker that was recently hired by Home Depot and hosts as a DJ on the side. His favorite music is Old School R&B from the late 60s and 70s, so join us as he takes us on a musical journey through some of his favorite songs with Lisa!


Next Alex takes us to Duncan, Oklahoma in Adventures with Alex! This week he chats with Veronica Hodgson, a local music studio owner. She talks with us about the upcoming shows she's directing/producing and takes us through her life and the experiences that led her to where she is today.


Speaking of performances... The Penguin Project's production of "High School Musical" runs this weekend. You don't want to miss this exciting performance!


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Jan 13, 202428:36
Maggie on Accessibility in Europe & Adventures With Alex- Michael Harris Ep. 109

Maggie on Accessibility in Europe & Adventures With Alex- Michael Harris Ep. 109

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.

 

We have a fun and exciting episode this week!


Lisa kicks us off as she welcomes a new member to her team, a frequent guest on the show we've enjoyed hearing from over the years, Maggie Bond! Maggie visits with us about her trip to Europe and amongst the fun stories she goes into detail about the emphasis and value of accessibility for people with disabilities in the European Union. You won't believe how engrained accessibility is in the culture of the EU- Tune in to hear all about it in this insightful conversation.


Then, we venture to Duncan, Oklahoma in Adventures with Alex! Alex chats with Michael Harris, a director from the show he was in called, "Home for the Holidays" with Duncan Little Theater. Michael has directed plays and shows for music videos, television, and other film projects in Nashville. He served as executive director of Oklahoma City's Omniplex formerly known as the Kirkpatrick Center, and eventually, his talents brought him to Duncan.

 

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Jan 06, 202428:31
Adventures with Alex- Dr. Michael Fowler, PhD and Dr. Tyler Jo Smith, PhD Ep. 108

Adventures with Alex- Dr. Michael Fowler, PhD and Dr. Tyler Jo Smith, PhD Ep. 108

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.



Alex Weddington takes over our show today on Adventures with Alex! You don't want to miss this episode as Alex chats with two very special guests that work in an exclusive part of the hidden workforce. Join Alex as he interviews Physicist Dr. Michael Fowler and Archaeologist Dr. Tyler Jo Smith. Tune in to hear some incredible stories.



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Dec 30, 202328:12
Tulsa's Piano Man, Jon Glazer! Ep. 107

Tulsa's Piano Man, Jon Glazer! Ep. 107

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.

 

Move over Elton John, Tulsa has its very own Piano Man! Jon Glazer is on The Hidden Workforce this week! Tune in as we hear about his hidden workforce job at a hidden location in the heart of Tulsa. We can't wait for you to hear this very special episode!

 

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Dec 23, 202328:20
Leonard and Jacques Cousteau & Gatlin Playing Vivaldi! Ep. 106

Leonard and Jacques Cousteau & Gatlin Playing Vivaldi! Ep. 106

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.

 

We have a very special treat for you all this week listeners!

First, we go back to our time with Gatlin as we hear all about the fascinating career of his grandfather Leonard. You don't want to miss this special job that is truly the epitome of the hidden workforce!

Next, the moment we have all been waiting for... Gatlin and his violin! Enjoy listening to Gatlin's love for music and that expression through the violin!

 

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Dec 16, 202327:33
Adventures With Alex- Kiddieland and City Leader, Patty Wininger & Steve Pitts and Kyle Graham- Community for a Cause! & Gatlin McCoy- The Violin, Music, and More! Ep. 105

Adventures With Alex- Kiddieland and City Leader, Patty Wininger & Steve Pitts and Kyle Graham- Community for a Cause! & Gatlin McCoy- The Violin, Music, and More! Ep. 105

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.

 

We have a special triple treat with this week's guests!


We'll venture to Duncan, Oklahoma to hear from Alex's interview with Patty Wininger in Adventures with Alex! Patty chats with us about Duncan's Kiddieland Holiday Experience and the amazing way Duncan's community comes together providing wonderful and engaging experiences for their residents year-round.


Then Lisa features our friend Steve Pitts and Kyle Graham to chat with us about the event they are partnering together with TCC and The Bridges Foundation to bring joy during the holidays. They will be putting together food baskets for families in need to ensure they will have a nice meal for the holidays. We are blown away by their service and generosity.


Lastly, you'll get to meet our friends Gatlin McCoy and his grandfather Leonard. We chat all about how Gatlin got into playing violin as well as his ability to play clarinet and piano. Find out what inspired Gatlin to learn and perform music and stay tuned to hear him play his violin!

 

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Dec 09, 202328:16
Adventures With Alex- Marilyn Wiles, Jill of All Trades and Master of All! & Lisa with Michele Disario on Outdated Policies Ep. 104

Adventures With Alex- Marilyn Wiles, Jill of All Trades and Master of All! & Lisa with Michele Disario on Outdated Policies Ep. 104

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.

 

Adventures with Alex kicks us off this week as Alex speaks with Marilyn Wiles! Marilyn is CEO of Enlighteneering, INC. She has done many incredible and impressive jobs all of which have led to her making a profound difference. Tune in to hear all about her adventures and accomplishments!


Next, our host Lisa Toth takes us on the scene of her chat with self-advocate, Michele Disario. Did you know that people who live with different abilities have a limit on how much money they can have in their bank accounts? Or that if they get married they experience a penalization? Find out about all this and more in this segment!

We also feature a very important and insightful interview from NPR about this issue as well- you don't want to miss this!

 

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Dec 02, 202328:40
Kelsey O'Halloran, Oklahoma Champion of the Year 2023 & Adventures with Alex- Kaylee Hurst Ep. 103

Kelsey O'Halloran, Oklahoma Champion of the Year 2023 & Adventures with Alex- Kaylee Hurst Ep. 103

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.

What is a Champion of the Year? Find out this week on The Hidden Workforce as we chat with one of our favorite remote reporters, Kelsey O'Halloran as she stops by to share how she raised $82,000 for Best Buddies!

Then we head down to Duncan, Oklahoma on Adventures with Alex as Alex chats with his friend Kaylee Hurst about Main St. Duncan.



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Nov 25, 202328:26
Adventures with Alex- The Vienna Boys Choir at Chisholm Trail Arts Center & Lisa with Impact Autism Award Winners and Appetizers for Autism Ep. 102

Adventures with Alex- The Vienna Boys Choir at Chisholm Trail Arts Center & Lisa with Impact Autism Award Winners and Appetizers for Autism Ep. 102

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.


First, Alex kicks us off with Adventures with Alex in Duncan, Oklahoma at the Chisholm Trail Arts Center. His guest, Cindy Parks, chats all about the Vienna Boy's Choir performing at their Simmons Center Performing Arts Center. A massive honor!


Next up, we have another honor with our host Lisa Toth! We give a shout out to the Sunrise Tulsa Rotary Foundation for hosting the Autism Impact Awards! Lisa's business was honored to receive an award and we are very thankful for those who nominated us! In her segment, Lisa takes us on the scene at the Appetizers for Autism Event!



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Nov 04, 202326:37
Torrie Moreton, Spell 2 Communicate & Adventures with Alex- Brian Hibbard (Mr. B) Ep. 101

Torrie Moreton, Spell 2 Communicate & Adventures with Alex- Brian Hibbard (Mr. B) Ep. 101

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.



Join us this week on the Hidden Workforce as we chat with Torrie Moreton with Griffin Promise Autism Clinic. We'll hear all about her journey of working with Griffin and the development of Griffin Promise Autism Clinic, her role with them now, and a special therapy tool called Spell 2 Communicate! If you have a loved one who lives on the Autism Spectrum, Griffin Promise Autism Clinic is the place to be!

To learn more or get in contact with them visit: https://www.thegriffinpromise.com/


And this week on Adventures with Alex, Alex interviews Mr. B from The Dunkin Little Theater!

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Oct 21, 202328:18
Challenge Air, Tulsa's Fly Day at Riverside Airport & Adventures with Alex- Raise the Roof Ep. 100

Challenge Air, Tulsa's Fly Day at Riverside Airport & Adventures with Alex- Raise the Roof Ep. 100

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.


On this week's episode, our host Lisa is in the field, on-site at Challenge Air's Fly Day in Tulsa at Tulsa's Riverside Airport. Lisa interviews many different volunteers, sponsors, and provider agencies present. Challenge Air provides free 30-minute airplane rides to children with different abilities, allows them to assist the pilot in flying the plane, and after their flight- they receive their Wings! You don't want to miss this joyful segment!


On Adventures with Alex, Alex Weddington takes listeners to the Duncan Little Theater to chat with us about their annual Raise the Roof fundraiser!


 

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Oct 14, 202327:16
Adventures with Alex- Edie Stewart & Stacie Fuentes- Family Work Space & Bill Griggs- SCORE Ep. 99

Adventures with Alex- Edie Stewart & Stacie Fuentes- Family Work Space & Bill Griggs- SCORE Ep. 99

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.


Buckle up listeners, we have a jam packed show full of amazing guests today!


To kick off our show, Alex takes us to The Chisholm Trail Center in Duncan, Oklahoma where we meet Edie Stewart. Edie shares with us pieces of Native American History and information about the Chisholm Trail Center.


Then Lisa takes us into an interview with Stacie Fuentes, Founder and President of Family Work Space. A Nonprofit that serves families that homeschool, foster, and host international students.


Next we'll hear part of Ben Woodson's song about the struggles he has faced living with a disability as well as encouragement and advice to empower listeners that live with a disability like himself. He calls his song, "I never knew what freedom was until I learned what prison means."


And last but certainly not least we have Mr. Bill Griggs where we learn all about what a SCORE mentor is and why you should become a member!


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Sep 30, 202328:21
Laralea Grogg, Laralea's Dog Spa & Alex Weddington, Adventures with Alex- Robin Arter Ep. 98

Laralea Grogg, Laralea's Dog Spa & Alex Weddington, Adventures with Alex- Robin Arter Ep. 98

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.



On this week's episode, we welcome Laralea, owner of Laralea's Dog Spa! Laralea chats with us about her business, how she became a master groomer, and her personal connection to the hidden workforce! We are also very thankful to Laralea for hiring our friend and Ready Worker, Shelby!

For more information or to book with them: https://laraleasdogspa.godaddysites.com/


On this week's Adventures with Alex, Alex interviews Robin Arter, Executive Director at Think Ability in Dunkin, Oklahoma!


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Sep 23, 202327:29
Konner Wayne, Professional Dog Handler & Alex Weddington, Adventures With Alex & Ready Workers! Ep. 97

Konner Wayne, Professional Dog Handler & Alex Weddington, Adventures With Alex & Ready Workers! Ep. 97

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.


We have a special guest on this week's Hidden Workforce, Konner Wayne- A Professional Dog Handler! Konner lives with a form of Muscular Dystrophy called Myotubular Myopathy and communicates via text and assistive technology. We dive into Konner's life living with a disability and how he is thriving as a professional, competitive dog handler with a burgeoning social media following. Tune in to hear which famous person's dog he got to show!

You can follow Konner at: https://www.tiktok.com/@konners_dog_kingdom_2.0

This week, we're also introducing a new segment on The Hidden Workforce with our remote reporter, Alex Weddington, called "Adventures with Alex!" In his first segment, Alex interviews the President of The Duncan Little Theater, Lana Sleeper!



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Sep 02, 202328:52
The Bond Duo, Maggie & Tyler, With the Insider on Best Buddies! Ep. 96

The Bond Duo, Maggie & Tyler, With the Insider on Best Buddies! Ep. 96

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.

 

Our Favorite Sibling Duo, Tyler and Maggie, are back in the studio to give us the inside scoop about the International nonprofit organization, Best Buddies International! There is a chapter in Oklahoma and they are looking to expand their presence and FREE programs that serve all ages of people living with disabilities throughout the State of Oklahoma. Tune in to hear all about the amazing work they do!

 

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Aug 26, 202328:33
Tyler Bond, Best Buddies Leadership Conference & Actress Courtney Gaines! Ep. 95

Tyler Bond, Best Buddies Leadership Conference & Actress Courtney Gaines! Ep. 95

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.



This week on The Hidden Workforce we have the Bond Duo once again with Maggie and Tyler Bond! Alongside the inclusion they participate in with their careers, they are public speakers who share their passion and advocacy efforts for Oklahomans and people living with different abilities Worldwide. Tune in to hear Tyler's powerful speech from this past summer's Best Buddies Leadership Conference!


We also include a throwback to the interview with our friends Courtney, actress and runway model living with Down Syndrome along with her Momager, DeAnna Gaines. We love this episode and thought it was wonderfully fitting to pair with Tyler's speech.



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Aug 19, 202328:09
Lisa Interviews Remote Reporter Alex Weddington & Adventures with Alex- Alex Interviews Sadi Blaylock Ep. 94

Lisa Interviews Remote Reporter Alex Weddington & Adventures with Alex- Alex Interviews Sadi Blaylock Ep. 94

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.



On this week's episode of The Hidden Workforce, our host Lisa Toth interviews our new remote reporter, Alex Weddington! Alex takes us through the many parts of his life, passions, interests, education, and more. We are excited to have Alex on board our team!


On this week's inaugural segment of Adventures with Alex, Alex interviews local Dunkin performer, Sadi Blaylock with Dunkin Little Theater.



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Aug 12, 202328:06
The Sister Show- Daniele, LPC on Lizard Brain, Teenage Dropouts, Horses in the House, and More! & Adventures with Alex- Neurodivergent Market! Ep. 93

The Sister Show- Daniele, LPC on Lizard Brain, Teenage Dropouts, Horses in the House, and More! & Adventures with Alex- Neurodivergent Market! Ep. 93

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.


This week on the Hidden Workforce we welcome back Lisa's sister, Daniele Hillyer. Daniele is a Licensed Professional Counselor and takes us through the important conversation of overexposure to gaming and technology and how it affects our brains. She shares with us that there are direct links to ADHD and sleep disorders due to too much screen time. Fitting in our theme on the hidden workforce, we address the importance of managing our time with technology and its effect on our brain development- especially important for our friends and loved ones who live with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Tune in to this insightful episode.


We also venture to Duncan, Oklahoma where our remote reporter, Alex, interviews Stacey Weddington with Autism Oklahoma. They chat with us about the versatile artists who display their work at the Neurodivergent Market as well as some of the other amazing programs Autism Oklahoma provides!

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Jul 22, 202328:29
Think Ability in Dunkin, One of the Most Inclusive Organizations and Cities in Oklahoma Ep. 92

Think Ability in Dunkin, One of the Most Inclusive Organizations and Cities in Oklahoma Ep. 92

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world. On this week's Hidden Workforce, our host Lisa is in the field and on-site at Think Ability in Dunkin, Oklahoma! Think Ability, INC. is a multi-service organization that provides residential services, independent living support services, community garden/horticulture training, retail training, community-based vocational/ETS training and job opportunities, inclusive theater opportunities, and so much more for people who live with intellectual, cognitive, and other related developmental disabilities. This is truly one of the most inclusive communities in Oklahoma!



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Jul 15, 202329:26
What Happened?! James Droz, Viral Influencer in Studio! Ep. 91

What Happened?! James Droz, Viral Influencer in Studio! Ep. 91

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.

 

On this week's episode, we have a viral influencer in the studio, James Droz! James gives us the exciting inside scoop on his iconic line, "What Happened?!" that helped him grow over a million followers on social media and opened the door to incredible opportunities. Tune in to hear his amazing story!

 

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Jul 08, 202327:58
Detective Baylor Pittinger, Sapulpa Police Department & The Viral Influencer, James Droz! Ep. 90

Detective Baylor Pittinger, Sapulpa Police Department & The Viral Influencer, James Droz! Ep. 90

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.



On this week's episode of the Hidden Workforce, Detective Baylor Pittinger of the Sapulpa Police Department shares his experiences in the field and how he worked his way up to being one of the youngest detectives in their department. Detective Pittinger dives deep into the world of law enforcement, experiences from being an officer to a detective, and different specialized training he's gone through- including Crisis Intervention Training to work with people living with disabilities. This segment will have you on the edge of your seat!



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Jul 01, 202328:50
Paul Pham, A New Job on the Horizon & Road Trip with Lisa to Pawhuska, OK Ep. 89

Paul Pham, A New Job on the Horizon & Road Trip with Lisa to Pawhuska, OK Ep. 89

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.

This week on The Hidden Workforce, we kick off the segment with an intake meeting for our friend Mr. Paul Pham along with his mother Amani. They chat with us on why they chose Rise Staffing as their provider agency, what Paul has been up to currently, and what his plans are for the future!

In our next segment, we step outside the realm of our regular show as we take a road trip to Pawhuska, Oklahoma. Tune in as we enjoy some great food at Ree Drummond's Mercantile and interview some of their wonderful guests and staff.


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Jun 24, 202329:00
Courtney & DeAnna Gaines⁠, Dynamic Duo & Mery McNett, Mery McNett Designs Ep. 88

Courtney & DeAnna Gaines⁠, Dynamic Duo & Mery McNett, Mery McNett Designs Ep. 88

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.

We have some amazing guests on this week's episode of The Hidden Workforce!

On this first segment we have actress, model, and Down Syndrome Association of Central Oklahoma member Courtney Gaines with her Momager, DeAnna Gaines. Tune in to this interview to hear all about DeAnna's advocacy for her daughter and the incredible accomplishments Courtney is making in her life.


In our closing segment, we have Mery McNett with Mery McNett Designs! She has been working as an artist and with art-centered organizations for almost a couple decades. Mery is an important force within the hidden workforce being a woman on the spectrum and owning her own business providing art commissions.

You can check out her work and get in touch with her at: https://www.merymcnett.com/


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Jun 17, 202328:60
Kelsey, Field Report & Toby Powell, EMOHE & Raittia Rogers, New Documentary Film! Ep. 87

Kelsey, Field Report & Toby Powell, EMOHE & Raittia Rogers, New Documentary Film! Ep. 87

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.



This weekend on the Hidden Workforce we have quite the show for you to tune in to! We'll keep you on the edge of your seat with back to back interviews catching up with new and old friends we have featured- you won't want to miss this!


Kicking off the first segment of our show, remote reporter Kelsey O'Halloran takes us live to the Tulsa Zoo as she interviews Patrick Weisz, Vice President of Guest Experience.


Remember when Extreme Makeover Home Edition (EMOHE) came to Tulsa? In this next segment, we take you behind the scenes to the second-place project submission for Tulsa! Even though it wasn't selected for EMOHE , that didn't stop us! We are joined with Toby Powell from Concept Builders. He was the contractor who provided Lisa with a free consultation for the EMOHE project submission, and when the submission wasn't selected, Mr. Powell sent his own workers out to this home and provided the renovations needed free of charge!

Last but not least, we hear back from Raittia Rogers! She wrote the book, "I Broke Out of Prison" and since then, she has produced a documentary based off her book and experiences! She is hosting a premier coming soon! This event is important to the hidden workforce, because Raittia is a powerful force advocating for her community and opportunities for them. Something that we are all too familiar with and is near and dear to our hearts.



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Jun 03, 202328:49
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, Tulsa International Airport Accessible for Everyone! Ep. 86

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, Tulsa International Airport Accessible for Everyone! Ep. 86

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.



The Hidden Workforce attends Tulsa International Airport's Ribbon cutting ceremony announcing their focus on supporting passengers with disabilities along their travel journey!


A functional needs area has been developed in each of Tulsa International's 2 terminals. This area includes an adult changing space complete with a height adjustable table; a sensory-friendly room with fidgets, bean bags, sensory-friendly lighting, and a soundproof room; a family restroom; lactation room; and a service dog relief area.


Brian Crook, Tulsa Airports Director of Customer Experience, created a vendor resource fair to kick off the opening of the travelers functional needs area. The Hidden Workforce visits with Bridges Foundation, Job Connection, Sooner Success, Aces Autism Therapy, The Center for Individuals with Physical Challenges, The ARC of OK, Division of Rehabilitation Services, Together Just, ORU Music Therapy, and more at this special ribbon cutting ceremony.



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May 27, 202328:46
Richard Frawley, Job Connection LLC Ep. 85
May 13, 202328:42
Sarah Jameson & Renate Neal, Oklahoma School for the Deaf Major Donation & Remote Reporter Kelsey, Best Buddies and Friendship! Ep. 84

Sarah Jameson & Renate Neal, Oklahoma School for the Deaf Major Donation & Remote Reporter Kelsey, Best Buddies and Friendship! Ep. 84

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.


On this week's episode, the Masonic Charity Foundation of Oklahoma's President Neil Stitt and Grand Master Glen A. Chaney presented a donation to the Oklahoma School for the Deaf (OSD) to help eliminate their waitlist and purchase hundreds of hearing aids for low-income senior citizens. Tune in to hear more from Sarah Jameson, OSD Administrative Coordinator and Renate Neal, Equipment Distribution Program Coordinator.

Equipment Distribution Program: https://www.osd.k12.ok.us/255639_2


We also hear from our friends over at Best Buddies, The Director of Mission Advancement for Oklahoma, Grant and our remote reporter, Kelsey who has directly benefitted from the amazing work Best Buddies does!

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Apr 29, 202316:17
Laura and Joanne Williams- Special Kids Care & ORU's Golf Coach- Lance Watson & Autumn Kinkade- A New Leaf Transition Academy and Her Miracle! Ep. 83

Laura and Joanne Williams- Special Kids Care & ORU's Golf Coach- Lance Watson & Autumn Kinkade- A New Leaf Transition Academy and Her Miracle! Ep. 83

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.


We have a triple feature of special guests on this week's episode!


First, we have Laura and Joanne Williams, founders of Special Kids Care! This daycare was specially designed to serve children who live with varying disabilities. They are equipped to handle this specialized care and embrace, teach, and support these precious students. You can learn more: http://www.specialkidscare.org/


Next, we have Coach Lance Watson of Oral Roberts University chatting with us about his athletes' academic competitions and the ORU Golf fundraiser coming up in June. Lance Watson enters his 20th season as head coach for the ORU women's golf team (May 2000) and 16th as the men's head coach (2004). Tune in to hear this exciting interview.

 

Last, but not least! Autumn Kincade is back to update us on her time at A New Leaf's Transition Academy and... Autumn has a miracle to report! Tune in, you do not want to miss this!


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Apr 22, 202323:55
Dr. Patti Hipsher, Sensory Walking Paths for All Ep. 82

Dr. Patti Hipsher, Sensory Walking Paths for All Ep. 82

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.



This weekend, Dr. Patti Hipsher joins us to discuss sensory walking paths. Dr. Hipsher shares how nature-based sensory exercises help calm and regulate her Pre-K Special Education students and how we can all benefit from them too. Tune in to learn more wonderful sensory-friendly insights on this episode of the Hidden Workforce!


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Apr 08, 202319:05
 Lola Palazzo, Tulsa's The Abbey Mausoleum & Kelsey O'Halloran, Our Field Reporter Ep. 81

Lola Palazzo, Tulsa's The Abbey Mausoleum & Kelsey O'Halloran, Our Field Reporter Ep. 81

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.



Clarence Lee Jay, a 1920’s sensation in California, was the architect for The Abbey Mausoleum here in Tulsa. After experiencing several decades of neglect, in 2013 Hal & Karyn Ezzell acquired the funeral home and cemetery property. They brought their passion for the history of Rose Hill Cemetery and architecture of The Abbey Mausoleum, making a strong commitment to restore the property. This weekend on The Hidden Workforce, local treasure Lola Palazzo, will tell us all about this secret in the hidden workforce, and unique Tulsa Landmark. We'll learn more about her efforts to get the mausoleum on the National Historic Register and her passion for treating the dead as well as the living in this exclusive interview.


We also have special guest reporter, Kelsey O'Halloran, bringing us along with her while she participates in the St Patrick's Day dance celebration at Kilkenny's and at her volunteer job at the Gathering place where she interviews an employee of over 3 years.



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Mar 25, 202318:29
Julia Gorman, Our Favorite Anchor from Tulsa's own from Fox 23! Ep. 80

Julia Gorman, Our Favorite Anchor from Tulsa's own from Fox 23! Ep. 80

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.



This week we have a special guest on the Hidden Workforce, our favorite local news anchor with Fox 23, Julia Gorman! Join Lisa as we discover Julia's connection to the hidden workforce and her successes as a journalist and television personality!



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Mar 18, 202318:56
DD Awareness Month & Samantha Galloway, Former Deputy Director of Oklahoma DHS Ep. 79

DD Awareness Month & Samantha Galloway, Former Deputy Director of Oklahoma DHS Ep. 79

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.

This week on The Hidden Workforce we visited with Samantha Galloway, former Deputy Director of Oklahoma Department of Human Services. This is an episode you don't want to miss as we deep dive into the work that went into eliminating the DHS Wait List and Samantha's journey from a direct support professional to Oklahomans living with developmental disabilities all the way up to becoming the Deputy Director of the Oklahoma Department of Human Services.


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Mar 04, 202318:56
Jerry Jacobson, World Baseball Outreach Sports Center Ep. 78

Jerry Jacobson, World Baseball Outreach Sports Center Ep. 78

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.

This week on The Hidden Workforce we have Jerry Jacobson, founder of World Baseball Outreach Sports Center. We are over the moon to announce that we have another ready worker working for World Baseball Outreach, so we just had to feature them and hear how it's going so far! Join us amongst the batting cages and turf as we hear all about Jerry's love for the game and baseball ministry as he takes teams and churches across the world to bring the joy of baseball with the gospel. They also offer private lessons, facility rental, birthday parties, screen printing, embroidery, and more.

You can learn more about them or make baseball equipment donations/donations to scholarships at: https://worldbaseballoutreach.com/



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Feb 18, 202328:02
Morgan Jones, Love Jones Services & the Task Rabbit App Ep. 77
Feb 11, 202320:37
Shelby, The Ready Worker- Saving Lives at... McDonalds?! Ep. 76

Shelby, The Ready Worker- Saving Lives at... McDonalds?! Ep. 76

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.



This week on The Hidden Workforce, Lisa goes in the field on site at McDonalds to chat with our Ready Worker Shelby, her job coach Stephanie, and several of Shelby's supervisors, colleagues, and job affiliates with her McDonalds location. Tune in to hear why everyone is thrilled that Shelby is part of their McFamily.

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Feb 04, 202319:06
Schlitz Masheleni, LABR app Ep. 75

Schlitz Masheleni, LABR app Ep. 75

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.



Schlitz Masheleni joins us on this week's Hidden Workforce to share about LABR, growing up in Zimbabwe, and what he's been up to locally! You don't want to miss hearing all about LABR, an app for the new workforce. Find out how you can get paid right away and inside information as to how Rise Staffing will be utilizing this as a resource.



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Jan 28, 202319:01
Amy Jenkins, Process Improvement Consultant with ONE Gas & Unstoppable with Muscular Dystrophy Ep. 74

Amy Jenkins, Process Improvement Consultant with ONE Gas & Unstoppable with Muscular Dystrophy Ep. 74

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.



We have an amazing guest this week! Join us as we hear from Amy Jenkins, a Process Improvement Consultant at ONE Gas in OKC who lives with Muscular Dystrophy. She worked her way up from an entry-level temp job to a top position at ONE Gas. Hear all about how in this episode!



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Jan 14, 202319:06
Eric, The Ready Worker- at Kellyville Elementary School! Ep. 73

Eric, The Ready Worker- at Kellyville Elementary School! Ep. 73

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.


This week on The Hidden Workforce we are on-site at our Ready Worker's new job at Kellyville Elementary School! We are excited to hear all about Eric's job and chat with some of the workers overseeing the cafeteria operation. Tune in to hear a very thankful and happy included worker!

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Jan 07, 202308:00
Happy New Year! End of the Year Show Review & Audra Beasley, Max's Law- Equitable Restroom Access Ep. 72

Happy New Year! End of the Year Show Review & Audra Beasley, Max's Law- Equitable Restroom Access Ep. 72

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.

Happy New Years Eve, Listeners! What an incredible year it has been! To kick off our show, we are running a compilation of our favorite shows from this past year as we celebrate the beginning of a new year! We hope you have a wonderful day celebrating!

Then we are re-running Audra Beasley's show as she chats with us about Max's Law, the obstacles she's ran into and overcome, and her relentless pursuit for equal access for her son Max. Max's Law seeks private, safe changing spaces for her growing son and the many older children and adults that need clean, equitable restroom access like adult changing spaces. Audra's advocacy has led her to meeting and working with incredible people as well as accomplishing major strides in equitable restroom access throughout the state of Oklahoma.


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Dec 31, 202227:06
Denis Glasscock, Frankoma Pottery is Back, and an Employed Ready Worker! Ep. 71

Denis Glasscock, Frankoma Pottery is Back, and an Employed Ready Worker! Ep. 71

Welcome, listeners! Join me, Lisa Toth, as we venture through the Hidden Workforce, a show about the positive impact people who live with different abilities bring to the workforce and our world.

Merry Christmas Eve, Listeners! This week on The Hidden Workforce we are live, on-site of a Tulsa treasure, Frankoma Pottery! Owner Denis Glasscock takes us on a tour throughout the store. Trela and Katie will be there making and glazing special designed Orville Knight vases. We're also excited to share that Frankoma is a hidden workforce inclusive employer and that one of our Rise Staffing Ready Worker friends landed a job here too! Tune in to hear all about it and come out this Saturday, December 17 at 11am to meet artist Orville Knight and purchase a signed Frankoma Vase.



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Dec 24, 202219:01