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Novie Craven

IRR: Health Access

Children’s National Hospital pediatric occupational therapist Katherine Williamson joins Inclusion Revolution Radio to discuss building more inclusive healthcare experiences for neurodivergent children, alongside disability advocates and "Patrice: The Movie" stars Patrice Jetter and Garry Wickham, who share their firsthand experiences navigating a healthcare system not designed with them in mind.

π™‰π™€π™«π™žπ™š 𝙆𝙣𝙀𝙬𝙨 - Episode 12: Get a Grip

There are no tap outs here, just mat-cushioned hard knocks! On this episode of Novie Knows, Novie learns the art of Brazilian jiu-jitsu from brown belt and Special Olympics colleague RJ Nealon and black belt Mike Mehl at Conquest Mixed Martial Arts & Fitness. Class is in session for this two-part episode!Download the Transcript

Catching Big Air, Creating Bigger Change

Hannah Teter and her brother, Amen Teter, grew up snowboarding, inheriting a love for the sport from their parents.
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IRR: Hannah & Amen Teter

Download the TranscriptSpecial Olympics Global Ambassador and Olympic snowboarder Hannah Teter joins Inclusion Revolution Radio alongside her brother, Amen Teter, Global Director of Action Sports at Octagon. Together, Hannah and Amen champion the message of the Spread the Word campaign, empowering young leaders to speak up to end the R-word, address bullying and promote kindness.Read the Full Article

π™‰π™€π™«π™žπ™š 𝙆𝙣𝙀𝙬𝙨 - Episode 11: Word Salad Part Two

With the right opportunities, anything is possible. In part two of Novie’s conversation, β€œLove on the Spectrum” cast member Dani Bowman and Director/Executive Producer Cian O’Clery share how Dani turned her animation dreams into a real business and why authentic representation and real relationships matter, both in love and in life.

π™‰π™€π™«π™žπ™š 𝙆𝙣𝙀𝙬𝙨 - Episode 10: Word Salad Part One

Finding love can feel like searching for a needle in an Earth-shaped haystack. For individuals with autism, that search can feel even more complicated. Director and Executive Producer Cian O’Clery created β€œLove on the Spectrum” to show just how diverse the experience of finding love can be for individuals with autism, including cast member Dani Bowman.

IRR: Kyle & Brent Pease

Download the TranscriptOn this episode of Inclusion Revolution Radio, we are highlighting the power of perseverance, partnership, and possibility in a conversation between host Novie Craven and brothers Kyle and Brent Pease, world-renowned push-assist athletes, disability advocates, and co-founders of The Kyle Pease Foundation.Read the Full Article

Crossing Finish Lines and Making History: Kyle and Brent Pease

On this episode of Inclusion Revolution Radio, we are highlighting the power of perseverance, partnership and possibility in a conversation between host Novie Craven and brothers Kyle and Brent Pease, world-renowned push-assist athletes, disability advocates and co-founders of The Kyle Pease Foundation.
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IRR: Inclusion at Work

Download the TranscriptIn recognition of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), Inclusion Revolution Radio host Novie Craven traveled to The Coca-Cola Company’s Atlanta Office Complex in October 2025 to learn more about their commitment to inclusion in the workforce. Hosted by This-Ability Inclusion Network, a thought leader and advocacy group within Coca-Cola, Novie led the conversation around support of employees with disabilities, employees who are caregivers for loved ones with disabilities and consumers of all abilities.Read the Article

Inclusion at Work: Behind the Scenes at The Coca-Cola Company

Special Olympics Chief Inspiration Officer Loretta Claiborne will do anything it takes to cross the finish line, and her unwavering advocacy for people with intellectual disabilities reflects that same determination.
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