#105: "Turning Stigmas into Strength" w/ Dr. Freda and Jayden Braddock

Freedom Writers Podcast

English - July 26, 2023 07:00 - 50 minutes - 95.7 MB - ★★★★★ - 78 ratings
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Previous Episode: #104: Disability Pride Month w/ Jasmine Matthews & Nare Garibyan

Next Episode: #106: "Reimagining Education" with Dr. Robert Alsop

On this week's episode, Erin Gruwell speaks with Jayden Braddock, a student author who shares his journey of navigating an autism diagnosis and finding his voice through writing. Joining them is Jayden's mother, Dr. Freda Braddock, an educator who advocates for inclusive classrooms. Dr. Braddock offers advice to parents seeking accommodations for neurodivergent children. Together, they explore the power of language, harmful labels versus empowering words, and the importance of embracing neurodiversity with empathy and compassion.