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The Beautiful Soul of Charlie

Supporting Siblings - October 28, 2022 20:23 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratings
Laura makes a trip to the home of one of her students Charlie, who is an inspiration to have a joyous life. Listen and smile with us.

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We Are The Disabled Ones

Supporting Siblings - December 01, 2021 14:18 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratings
On today's episode we talk about one of Laura's students Charlie. When he was young he experienced an accident that would change his and his family's life forever. We encourage you to look at individuals with disabilities through a new filter - see beyond their disability into their pure spirits,...

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Talkin' Jericho

Supporting Siblings - October 02, 2021 22:30 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratings
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Talkin' Jericho

Supporting Siblings - October 02, 2021 22:30 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratings
Join Larry and his nephew Chris Tobia on his first solo visit to Nashville. They share hilarious stories about family practical jokes and a milestone announcement regarding Chris' new job . Plus, an in depth review of the FOZZY concert at the Nashville-famed Basement East on September 30th. A to...

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Lessons Learned & Blessings Received

Supporting Siblings - October 02, 2021 18:59 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratings
Larry and Laura talk about the things John and Billy have taught us over the years. Chris Tobia is on to share updates on his nw employment - and upcoming trip to Nashville.

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The Current Labor Crisis & Tobia Family Update

Supporting Siblings - July 17, 2021 03:06 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratings
Larry Laura & Mary talk about how the current labor crisis in New York is affecting the developmentally disabled. Chris Tobia joins us to share an update on his career. Vince wraps up the episode and shares his recent engagement to Amanda as well as a new career move for both, plus some classic ...

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The Current Labor Crisis & Tobia Family Update

Supporting Siblings - July 17, 2021 03:06 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratings
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Laura's Advocacy in New York & John-John in Nashville

Supporting Siblings - June 30, 2021 23:24 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratings
Laura gives an update about the current day-hab situation in New York. John-John talks about his spring trip to Nashville.

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Sibs, The Next Generation Part 2

Supporting Siblings - March 19, 2021 03:04 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratings
In Part 2 of "Sibs - The Next Generation, Larry and Laura joined with guest Hillary Wassel. She is a the oldest of three children. Her middle brother Matt has autism and she is very close with her family. Hillary is a teacher in an integrated setting for preschoolers.

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Sibs, The Next Generation Part 1

Supporting Siblings - March 02, 2021 19:00 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratings
In this two-part series, Larry and Laura welcome guest Claire Malicki. Claire shares how her family life was growing up as the middle Sib and how it shaped who she is today.

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Positive Reflections of 2020

Supporting Siblings - February 01, 2021 17:28 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratings
In the first episode of 2021, Larry, Laura and John-John each share some stories of gratitude from 2020.

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Practical Jokes and Watering Seeds During Chaos

Supporting Siblings - December 14, 2020 18:52 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratings
Larry & Laura share two different experiences growing up that will make you smile. A recording of Trudy is played where she shares how a nurse who encountered the "Fish Family" altered the course of her life.

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Practical Jokes and Watering Seeds During Chaos

Supporting Siblings - December 14, 2020 18:52 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratings
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Special Education During a Pandemic

Supporting Siblings - December 01, 2020 19:16 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratings
Larry and Laura discuss going back to school and virtual learning during a pandemic. Laura coins the term #CovidConsequence, to describe the unknown effects of mental health down the road, especially in the world of intellectual disabilities. Mary Fish joins for a segment to talk about Niagara Un...

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Coping with Covid & Dating on the Spectrum

Supporting Siblings - August 29, 2020 17:39 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratings
John John & Chris join us today to talk about coping with Covid-19, and also dating on the spectrum


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Testing Positive for Agape'

Supporting Siblings - May 18, 2020 13:00 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratings
JohnJohn joins Larry and Laura on the entire episode. Laugh with us as we share uplifting Family stories of how our parents were living examples of Agape Love. Hear these experiences through the simple love filter of our brother and how he, as someone with developmental disabilities, processes em...

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The Tobia Episode Part 3 - Vince

Supporting Siblings - March 28, 2020 19:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratings
Vince Tobia shares his insight of his brother Chris's autism diagnosis, his career in special education, as well as some vision for the future.

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The Tobia Family Episode 10 Part 2

Supporting Siblings - March 12, 2020 18:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratings
In Part 2 of 3 Chris shares more about having autism, sister Katie has her insight. Chris also shares his funny memories of our family.

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The Tobia Family - Episode 10 Part 1

Supporting Siblings - March 06, 2020 08:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratings
Recently I set up my mobile studio in Laura's kitchen and had all three kids on the show. Chris shares from his heart how he feels about being diagnosed on the Spectrum. Katie and Vince share from their hearts also Part 1 of 3

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Fish Family Current Events

Supporting Siblings - February 15, 2020 16:00 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratings
Larry and Laura talk about an investigation of abuse on Billy, as well as what Laura decided to do about it. Larry's trip with John-John is announced and discussed.

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Fish Family Current Events

Supporting Siblings - February 15, 2020 16:00 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratings
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You Have A Visitor with Amanda Slobe

Supporting Siblings - January 11, 2020 21:00 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratings
On our first episode of 2020, we are excited to have Amanda Slobe as our first guest. Amanda, who like us is a "sib", shares stories about her sister Kristin, and her vision to have travel companions for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities like her sister Kristin, and our brother John.

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Hi, I'm John From Eastern Time

Supporting Siblings - December 30, 2019 01:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratings
Larry makes a funny call with his brother a lot funnier -

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To John, Billy & Mister Rogers - Thanks for the Joy

Supporting Siblings - December 28, 2019 00:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratings
in our Thanksgiving episode, we have a not so typical phone call with John-John and the special connection Billy and I have with Mister Rogers.

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Agape' & TABS Sibling Leadership Conference

Supporting Siblings - November 16, 2019 17:00 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratings
Larry and Laura talk about the early days of Agape` Parents Fellowship as well as the TABS Sibling Leadership Conference.

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Agape' & TABS Sibling Leadership Conference

Supporting Siblings - November 16, 2019 17:00 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratings
Larry and Laura talk about the early days of Agape` Parents Fellowship as well as the TABS Sibling Leadership Conference.

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I Feel Guilty

Supporting Siblings - November 04, 2019 20:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 9 ratings
One of the most common emotions siblings of individuals with developmental disabilities experience is guilt. Larry and Laura share an experience that caused a feeling of guilt, and how the dealt with it.

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Embarrassment

Supporting Siblings - October 21, 2019 15:00 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratings
Larry and Laura share stories of their life about embarrassment and how laughter brought them through.

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Embarrassment

Supporting Siblings - October 21, 2019 15:00 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratings
Larry and Laura share stories of their life about embarrassment and how laughter brought them through.

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