Curve Magazine described our next guest, the musician EMM as "...the definition of a thriving independent artist: calling all the shots in her own career, making her visions come to life, having a hand in every sonic choice and every melody you hear, betting on herself, and standing up for what she believes in most...EMM is a force."  She's also been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, which she wears proudly as a badge of honor.  Be prepared to be blown away by this Megastar in the making! Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4505255944912896 Website: https://www.emminreallife.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emminreallife/ You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/emminreallife Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@emminreallife Twitter: https://twitter.com/emminreallife — eMail:wearejusttwodads@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/justtwodads LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justtwodads Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearejusttwodads YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-GN4T9fkHEVR5R_16w_7bw The Den Men’s Group: https://forms.gle/xe8ujJunPCMzBgw49 Sponsored by Billy Footwear: https://billyfootwear.com/?ref=just-two-dads #EMM  #EMMPoweredUniverse #EMMInRealLife

As a Father of a 16-year-old boy who is on the Autism spectrum, Jamiel Owens is truly an advocate for his son Shayne and other Autism parents. Jamiel has been through many challenges and triumphs in his life as a disabled individual himself, which has led him to give back to other men who may be experiencing the same issues within their own lives and, without someone to speak to about them. Raised in North Philadelphia, Jamiel has served his and other communities as a law enforcement officer, a civil servant, and is currently the Family Relations Coordinator at the Center for Autism Research at CHOP, and a volunteer firefighter. Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4505255944912896 Event: https://centerforautismresearch.ticketleap.com/2024-autism-fathers-conference/ Book: https://a.co/d/fYwri92 Contact Info: https://www.research.chop.edu/people/jamiel-owens — eMail:wearejusttwodads@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/justtwodads LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justtwodads Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearejusttwodads YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-GN4T9fkHEVR5R_16w_7bw The Den Men’s Group: https://forms.gle/xe8ujJunPCMzBgw49 Sponsored by Billy Footwear: https://billyfootwear.com/?ref=just-two-dads #JamielOwens #AutismFathersConference #AutismDad

Mark Purifoy is a dedicated father who has served his country in the United States Navy. Furthermore,  he’s an inspiration to many because he’s a single father to a son on the autism spectrum who is non-verbal & has made the choice to be more warrior than worrier.  From homelessness to hopefulness, hear his story on this episode of Just Two Dads. Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4505255944912896 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markmadeit_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markpurifoy — eMail:wearejusttwodads@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/justtwodads LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justtwodads Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearejusttwodads YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-GN4T9fkHEVR5R_16w_7bw The Den Men’s Group: https://forms.gle/xe8ujJunPCMzBgw49 Sponsored by Billy Footwear: https://billyfootwear.com/?ref=just-two-dads #MarkPurifoy #SemperFortis #AutismDad #DigitalCreator

Author, Elizabeth Trenary talks about her journey, her vulnerability, her discovery, & her new book....Your YOU. Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4505255944912896 Book: https://a.co/d/0AgJSS7 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lady_elizabeth75/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@smilewithme75 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Brwneyedgirl75 — eMail:wearejusttwodads@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/justtwodads LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justtwodads Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearejusttwodads YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-GN4T9fkHEVR5R_16w_7bw The Den Men’s Group: https://forms.gle/xe8ujJunPCMzBgw49 Sponsored by Billy Footwear: https://billyfootwear.com/?ref=just-two-dads #ElizabethTrenary #DamaElizabeth #Author #YourYOU #DigitalCreator #RisingCreator

Mother, wife, & Author, Kelley Coleman returns to talk in more detail about her book, "Everything No One Tells You About Parenting a Disabled Child." Available for pre-order NOW on Amazon and will be available on March 13th, 2024. On her last visit, Kelley discussed the writing & publishing process and the matter of fulfilling her dream to write a book that is of service to others. Now she's back to give an overview on some of the chapters & topics that's sure to help caregivers new to a diagnosis, while adding value to parents & established caregivers in general. Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4505255944912896 Kelley Coleman’s Book: https://a.co/d/cW85Fm6 — eMail:wearejusttwodads@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/justtwodads LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justtwodads Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearejusttwodads YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-GN4T9fkHEVR5R_16w_7bw The Den Men’s Group: https://forms.gle/xe8ujJunPCMzBgw49 Sponsored by Billy Footwear: https://billyfootwear.com/?ref=just-two-dads #KelleyColeman #BookLaunchCelebration #EverythingNoOneTellsYouAboutParentingaDisabledChild #YourGuidetotheEssentialSystemsServicesandSupports

Author, life coach and positive life influencer Eboney Thompson is known as Mz Hustle’N’Heelz because of her love for stilettos & the hustle. She's a single mom of four, a speaker, and Baddie breast cancer advocate. Eboney was diagnosed with Stage 4 metastatic breast cancer in December 2018 after being misdiagnosed in 2015. Since then she has launched an online coaching center,  and a non-profit organization called, ”My Pynk Healz”, which is geared towards helping and empowering mothers battling breast cancer. Eboney has vowed to live life educating, bringing awareness and changing the face of breast cancer one stiletto at a time. Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4505255944912896 Tony Robbins Book - Life Force: https://a.co/d/i7eyNLR Eboney's Book: https://a.co/d/6NvCbQ0 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.mzhustlenheelz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iambecomingme2 — eMail:wearejusttwodads@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/justtwodads LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justtwodads Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearejusttwodads YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-GN4T9fkHEVR5R_16w_7bw The Den Men’s Group: https://forms.gle/xe8ujJunPCMzBgw49 Sponsored by Billy Footwear: https://billyfootwear.com/?ref=just-two-dads #EboneyThompson #MzHustleNHeelz #MyPynkHealz

In the third part of their series on the relationship between money & caregivers, Shawn & Brian discuss the prospect of retirement. At what age should you stop working? Can you afford to retire? What does retirement mean to you and how is all this affected by your role as a parent or caregiver? Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4505255944912896 — eMail:wearejusttwodads@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/justtwodads LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justtwodads Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearejusttwodads YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-GN4T9fkHEVR5R_16w_7bw The Den Men’s Group: https://forms.gle/xe8ujJunPCMzBgw49 Sponsored by Billy Footwear: https://billyfootwear.com/?ref=just-two-dads #JustTwoDads #TheresMoreToMoneyThanMoneyPartIII #FinancialEducation #FinancialLiteracy

In part two of our series on the connection between money and being a parent or caregiver to one with special needs. Shawn & Brian discuss the real, human, and emotional value of money versus the mathematical,  and the relationship between the ever-changing gig economy & the special needs community.. particularly as it relates to caregivers and the flexibility they need. Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4505255944912896 — eMail:wearejusttwodads@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/justtwodads LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justtwodads Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearejusttwodads YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-GN4T9fkHEVR5R_16w_7bw The Den Men’s Group: https://forms.gle/xe8ujJunPCMzBgw49 Sponsored by Billy Footwear: https://billyfootwear.com/?ref=just-two-dads #JustTwoDads #TheresMoreToMoneyThanMoneyPartII #FinancialEducation #FinancialLiteracy

Don ”The Dragon" Wilson is an 11-time world champion kickboxer who has scored 47 knockouts in 4 decades and according to the STAR ratings system, is perhaps the greatest kickboxer in American history. He's worked as a commentator for UFC events and has appeared in a variety of films that span over 30 years, including everything from "Behind Enemy Lines" to "Batman Forever" and much more. In addition to his own story, he shares with Shawn & Brian, his latest role as a mentor and source of support to young men with special needs. Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4505255944912896 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DonWilsonTheDragon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/donwilsonthedragon/ Wyatt Jackson Art: https://www.wyattjacksonart.com/ Nancy Jackson - Alspaugh: jumpinnan@aol.com https://www.facebook.com/nancyalspaughjackson — eMail:wearejusttwodads@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/justtwodads LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justtwodads Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearejusttwodads YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-GN4T9fkHEVR5R_16w_7bw The Den Men’s Group: https://forms.gle/xe8ujJunPCMzBgw49 Sponsored by Billy Footwear: https://billyfootwear.com/?ref=just-two-dads #DonTheDragonWilson #NancyAlspaughJackson #WyattJackson #DylanAragon

What is an accredited investor & why should it matter to families that consist of caregivers, the neurodivergent, or the elderly? In the first of a series of episodes on money & special needs, Shawn & Brian discuss the current definition of an accredited investor, the pending legislation that could change that definition, & why or how that can affect underserved or marginalized communities. Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4505255944912896 — eMail:wearejusttwodads@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/justtwodads LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justtwodads Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearejusttwodads YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-GN4T9fkHEVR5R_16w_7bw The Den Men’s Group: https://forms.gle/xe8ujJunPCMzBgw49 Sponsored by Billy Footwear: https://billyfootwear.com/?ref=just-two-dads #JustTwoDads #TheresMoreToMoneyThanMoneyPartI #FinancialLiteracy

A life coach for special needs families, Susanna Peace Lovell returns to the show for the first episode of 2024 to discuss with Shawn & Brian, her new book, "Your True Self is Enough; Lessons Learned on my Journey Parenting a Child with Autism" which is available NOW on Amazon. https://www.susannapeacelovell.com/ Book: Your True Self is Enough: https://amzn.to/47FnaRW — eMail:wearejusttwodads@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/justtwodads LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justtwodads Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearejusttwodads YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-GN4T9fkHEVR5R_16w_7bw The Den Men’s Group: https://forms.gle/xe8ujJunPCMzBgw49 Sponsored by Billy Footwear: https://billyfootwear.com/?ref=just-two-dads #SusannaPeaceLovell #YourTRUESelfIsEnough #LifeCoachForSpecialNeedFamilies

Wife, Mother, Warrior, & Author, Kelley Coleman returns to the show to discuss the publishing of her first book, "Everything No One Tells You About Parenting a Disabled Child", which is EXACTLY what it sounds like!! All the things we wish we knew prior to diagnosis & all the things we wish to pass on to families who are new to the ever growing village. One that anyone who is blessed with a long life, will likely be a part of eventually. Available NOW for pre-order at www.kelleycoleman.com. Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4505255944912896 — eMail:wearejusttwodads@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/justtwodads LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justtwodads Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearejusttwodads YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-GN4T9fkHEVR5R_16w_7bw The Den Men’s Group: https://forms.gle/xe8ujJunPCMzBgw49 Sponsored by Billy Footwear: https://billyfootwear.com/?ref=just-two-dads #KelleyColeman #EverythingNoOneTellsYouAboutParentingaDisabledChild #YourGuidetotheEssentialSystemsServicesandSupports

Larry Humphreys has over 20 years of experience in working with neurodivergent individuals. He found his love for working in this field as a co-teacher for a special education classroom at Julian Singer School in West LA. He obtained his Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University and Master's Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from National University. Upon becoming a Board Certified Behavior Analyst in 2011, Larry established Behavioral Autism Therapies (BAT) with the goal of enhancing the quality of lives of neurodivergent individuals and their families.  BAT is one of the most rapidly growing agencies in Southern California, servicing the East San Gabriel Valley, Inland Empire and San Diego areas. BAT currently has about 20 BCBAs and 350 employees  serving over 700 families.  As of 2012 Larry has been an adjunct professor at National University, where he is teaching courses for the Master's Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis. BAT offers their employees the unique opportunity to be part of this program and fulfill their clinical hours while working. In 2019, Larry established Special Needz Coffee (SNC) to provide meaningful employment for neurodivergent individuals. SNC is currently operated out of a mobile trailer, which allows them to collaborate with organizations on their special events.  The vision is to continue to empower these individuals and provide them with equal opportunities to have jobs that they enjoy. Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4505255944912896 Websites:     https://specialneedzcoffee.com/     https://www.behavioralautismtherapies.com/ — eMail:wearejusttwodads@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/justtwodads LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justtwodads Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearejusttwodads YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-GN4T9fkHEVR5R_16w_7bw The Den Men’s Group: https://forms.gle/xe8ujJunPCMzBgw49 Sponsored by Billy Footwear: https://billyfootwear.com/?ref=just-two-dads #LarryHumphreys #SpecialNeedzCoffee #BehavioralAutismTherapies

You may know Greg Grunberg as an actor from his roles on TV  shows like Felicity,  Alias, & Heroes. Or you may know him from Star Wars films like The Force Awakens or  The Rise of Skywalker, or A Star is Born, or Steven Speilberg's The Fablemans. But more than that, Greg is a husband & a father to three. One of which is his son, Jake who was diagnosed with epilepsy. Greg is a caregiver and advocate. He's also a friend of the show & returns to share with Shawn & Brian, the latest on his show, The Caregiver Series.. which can be found on his YouTube channel. Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4505255944912896 — eMail:wearejusttwodads@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/justtwodads LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justtwodads Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearejusttwodads YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-GN4T9fkHEVR5R_16w_7bw The Den Men’s Group: https://forms.gle/xe8ujJunPCMzBgw49 Sponsored by Billy Footwear: https://billyfootwear.com/?ref=just-two-dads #GregGrunberg #TheCaregiverSeries #Epidiolex

To say that Fiona Gonzalez is a teacher, is like saying that a pterodactyl is a bird.. it's SOO much bigger than that!!!!!  How so? First of all, she's a moderate/Severe High School/Adult Transition teacher, with a Master's in education. She's also served as a vocational Program Specialist. Prior to that, she served as a special education paraeducator for various age groups. But she's not just heavily credentialed. When she found that the materials at her disposal were a product of a "one size fits all" approach, she found herself consistently creating materials to meet the individual needs of her students. From her resourcefulness & her passion for serving, she created  & founded Adulting Made Easy (https://www.spedadulting.com/) where in addition to her social media (https://www.instagram.com/spedadulting/), she inspires & serves on a daily basis. But WHO is she? Who inspires her? Find out as she visits with Shawn & Brian...  on Just Two Dads.  Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4505255944912896 — eMail:wearejusttwodads@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/justtwodads LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justtwodads Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearejusttwodads YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-GN4T9fkHEVR5R_16w_7bw The Den Men’s Group: https://forms.gle/xe8ujJunPCMzBgw49 Sponsored by Billy Footwear: https://billyfootwear.com/?ref=just-two-dads #FionaGonzalez #AdultingMadeEasy #SPEdAdulting

Ryan Sheedy & Bret Koncak join Shawn & Brian to discuss their individual stories as well as what led them to create Mejo (https://www.mymejo.com/)...short for "Me journal", a web app that simplifies organizing, managing, & sharing medical & care information. Mejo is a platform that allows caregivers to share their child's journey beyond their diagnosis. Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4505255944912896 — eMail:wearejusttwodads@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/justtwodads LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justtwodads Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearejusttwodads YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-GN4T9fkHEVR5R_16w_7bw The Den Men’s Group: https://forms.gle/xe8ujJunPCMzBgw49 Sponsored by Billy Footwear: https://billyfootwear.com/?ref=just-two-dads #RyanSheedy #BretKoncak #MyMejo

Tamara Mark is a single mother to two adult men on the autism spectrum. Along with her love, Marc Olson & Director Thiago Dadalt, she visits with Shawn & Brian to discuss her journey as a single mom, her return to love, & their powerful, new documentary film that tells it all, entitled…Beyond. Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4505255944912896 Websites:  https://www.docbeyond.com/ https://kinema.com/films/beyond-peeu2 https://beyondranchfoundation.org/ — eMail:wearejusttwodads@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/justtwodads LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justtwodads Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearejusttwodads YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-GN4T9fkHEVR5R_16w_7bw The Den Men’s Group: https://forms.gle/xe8ujJunPCMzBgw49 Sponsored by Billy Footwear: https://billyfootwear.com/?ref=just-two-dads #MarcOlson #ThiagoDadalt #TamaraMark #Beyond

Hasna Nada is a mother of 4, including a 6 & a 16-year-old son each diagnosed with Autism. She has been a passionate advocate for the last decade, bringing attention to the need for adequate services, inclusion, & acceptance of those with Autism, in Qatar & abroad. She is the founder of Child Development Center, the first multidisciplinary therapy center for children diagnosed with Autism in Qatar.  In 2019, Hasna co-founded Learn Autism, which is a digital resource platform designed to inform parents, caregivers, & professionals how to best support individuals with autism in different settings & phases of life. Witness her visit with Just Two Dads. Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4505255944912896 Website: https://www.learnautism.com/ — eMail:wearejusttwodads@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/justtwodads LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justtwodads Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearejusttwodads YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-GN4T9fkHEVR5R_16w_7bw The Den Men’s Group: https://forms.gle/xe8ujJunPCMzBgw49 Sponsored by Billy Footwear: https://billyfootwear.com/?ref=just-two-dads #HasnaNada #LearnAutism #ChildrensDevelopmentCenterInQatar

Sara Kaufman & Natally Raisin visit with Shawn & Brian to discuss the passion they have for serving the underserved & how it led to the creation of Willowcrest School. Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4505255944912896 Website: https://www.willowcrestschool.com/ — eMail:wearejusttwodads@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/justtwodads LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justtwodads Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearejusttwodads YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-GN4T9fkHEVR5R_16w_7bw The Den Men’s Group: https://forms.gle/xe8ujJunPCMzBgw49 Sponsored by Billy Footwear: https://billyfootwear.com/?ref=just-two-dads #SaraKaufman #NatallyRaisin #WillowcrestSchool

Shawn & Brian discuss the importance of self-care for caregivers on this week's episode. Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4505255944912896 Mentioned: https://snnla.org/ https://www.yicunity.org/ Self-Care Tips: https://www.wearebravetogether.org/blog/caregiving-h32wf-hdpe3 Events:  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sumday-is-today-tickets-707986716327 https://www.goodkarmafest.com/ — eMail:wearejusttwodads@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/justtwodads LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justtwodads Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearejusttwodads YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-GN4T9fkHEVR5R_16w_7bw The Den Men’s Group: https://forms.gle/xe8ujJunPCMzBgw49 Sponsored by Billy Footwear: https://billyfootwear.com/?ref=just-two-dads #JustTwoDads #SelfCareforCaregivers #SelfCareIsNotSelfish Background Photo Credit: Matthias Zomer