Episodes
Nov. 27, 2012
Jerry Richey
Joyce welcomes Jerry Richey, chair of the board and Judy Painter, executive director of the Epilepsy Foundation Western/Central Pennsylvania to the show. They will discuss the Epilepsy Foundation of Western/Central PA’s progr...
Nov. 20, 2012
Sara Elizabeth Clark
As we continue with National Epilepsy Awareness Month, Joyce welcomes Sara Elizabeth Clark. Sarah will discuss her life with epilepsy and how she has developed her philosophy: “I will not let my epilepsy define me. It’s what ...
Nov. 13, 2012
Warren Lammert
Joyce welcomes Warren Lammert, co-founder and chairman of the Epilepsy Therapy Project (ETP). ETP is a non-profit organization whose mission is to accelerate new therapies for people living with epilepsy and seizures, and the...
Nov. 6, 2012
Phil Gattone
Joyce welcomes Phil Gattone, the new CEO of the national Epilepsy Foundation. As November is National Epilepsy Month, Mr. Gattone will discuss the foundation’s efforts to promote public awareness of the condition and end the ...
Oct. 30, 2012
Valerie Jarrett
“Featured on this week’s show is Valerie Jarrett, a democratic strategist and one of the close friends of Barack and Michelle Obama. Valerie will share her perspective on why this election is important for the future and spec...
Oct. 23, 2012
Deborah Russell
Joyce welcomes Deborah Russell from Diversity and Inclusion at Walgreens , Inc. Deb will discuss her lifelong commitment to increasing the employment of people with disabilities by leading Walgreens and other Fortune 500 comp...
Oct. 16, 2012
Special Encore Presentation: Tom Harkin
Joyce’s honored guest will be Senator Tom Harkin (D-IA) of the United States Senate. As we approach July 26th, the anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Senator Harkin will discuss his work ...
Oct. 9, 2012
Dr. Rory Cooper
Joyce welcomes Dr. Rory Cooper, distinguished professor, Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology, University of Pittsburgh, and FISA and Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA) chair to the show. Dr.
Oct. 2, 2012
Dana Fink
Joyce welcomes Dana Fink, Programs Manager for the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD). She works to support and develop a wide portfolio of programs, including AAPD's Summer Internship Program and Disabil...
Sept. 25, 2012
George Dennehy
Joyce welcomes George Dennehy, a graduate of Patrick Henry High School, in Ashland, Virginia. George is pursuing a full-time career as a singer and guitar player. This is even more unique as he was born without arms. He will ...
Sept. 18, 2012
Charlie Lavailee
Joyce welcomes Charlie Lavailee, the new chief executive officer of Variety the Children’s Charity of Pittsburgh. Variety Pittsburgh is proud to be the founding chapter for Variety International, which has grown to a network ...
Sept. 11, 2012
Marci Katona
Joyce welcomes Marci Katona, district administrator, for the Pittsburgh Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR). She will discuss OVR’s role in increasing the employment of people with disabilities.
Sept. 4, 2012
Special Encore Presentation: Mark Perriello
Joyce welcomes Mark Perriello, president and CEO of the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD), the nation's largest cross-disability membership organization. AAPD promotes equal opportunity, economic power, ...
Aug. 28, 2012
Melanie Harrington
Joyce welcomes Melanie Harrington, first CEO of Vibrant Pittsburgh, a nonprofit economic development organization spearheading initiatives to attract, retain, and elevate a diverse workforce in the Pittsburgh region including...
Aug. 21, 2012
Special Encore Presentation: Senator Tom Harkin
Joyce’s honored guest will be Senator Tom Harkin (D-IA) of the United States Senate. As we approach July 26th, the anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Senator Harkin will discuss his work ...
Aug. 14, 2012
Vince Morvillo
Joyce welcomes to the show Vince Morvillo, keynote speaker, trainer, and highly successful business consultant and entrepreneur. He is also the first blind person in history to win the prestigious National Ensign Sailing cham...
Aug. 7, 2012
Eric Vaughn
Eric Vaughn, director of the National Structured Settlements Trade Association (NSSTA), and Dan Goodmann, two other members of its board of directors, will discuss the association’s services to provide strong financial securi...
July 31, 2012
Mark Perriello
Joyce welcomes Mark Perriello, president and CEO of the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD), the nation's largest cross-disability membership organization. AAPD promotes equal opportunity, economic power, ...
July 24, 2012
Senator Tom Harkin
Joyce’s honored guest will be Senator Tom Harkin (D-IA) of the United States Senate. As we approach July 26th, the anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Senator Harkin will discuss his work ...
July 17, 2012
John Berry
Joyce welcomes John Berry, director of the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM). He will discuss the OPM’s role in assisting agencies with the implementation of their plans to increase federal employment of individuals w...
July 10, 2012
Tony Coelho
Joyce welcomes Tony Coelho, author of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). He will discuss the progress we have made since the ADA was passed, and the work that still needs to be done to enhance the lives of people with...
July 3, 2012
Becky Ogle
As we celebrate the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act on July 26, 2012, Joyce welcomes Becky Ogle, Disability Rights Advocate and former executive director of the Presidential Task Force on the Employment of ...
June 26, 2012
Phil Gattone and Avalyn Jackson
Joyce welcomes Phil Gattone, the new CEO of the national Epilepsy Foundation, who will discuss his background and vision for this organization. In the second segment of the show, during the last 15 minutes, Avalyn Jackson, as...
June 19, 2012
Lisa Banks
Joyce welcomes Lisa Banks, executive director to Fairfax Court Appointed Special Advocates in Virginia (CASA). She will discuss in depth, the mission of this 501( c)(3) charity. CASA works at the request of the Fairfax County...