Camp ASCCA: The Podcast
Episodes
44 episodes
Jason Davis: Seen for Who I Am
In this episode, we sit down with Jason Davis, a Camp ASCCA camper of 10 years. Over the past decade, Jason has watched Camp ASCCA grow and evolve, but one thing has remained the same: it's a place where he is seen and heard for who he is, not ...
From the Beginning: Jerry and Cheryl Bynum's Camp ASCCA Story
Before Camp ASCCA became the place so many know and love today, there were people who believed in its mission from the very beginning. In this episode, we sit down with Jerry and Cheryl Bynum to reflect on the early days of Camp ASCCA, the chal...
The Lasting Legacy of Easterseals Alabama
Lynne Stokley, CEO of Easterseals Alabama, joins our latest episode to share more about Easterseals and its incredible affiliates. As Easterseals Alabama celebrates its 100th anniversary, we ref...
1976 to Today: 50 Years of ASCCA, Straight from the People Who Lived It
Tom Collier and Judy Williams, two members of the very first Camp ASCCA staff back in 1976, take us on a trip down memory lane. A lot has changed over the past 50 years, but at its heart, Camp is still the same, built on people, connection, soc...
Putting Others’ Needs Before Your Own: A Conversation with April Buchannon Turner
April Buchannon Turner is a Camp ASCCA staff alumna and the current State Head Injury Coordinator at ADRS. April has dedicated her entire career to serving individuals with TBIs and ha...
One Life Changed, One Life Saved with Jacob Van Laan
Jacob Van Laan, a former Camp ASCCA staff member, spent many summers at Camp during some of the most formative years of his life. Now a software developer, devoted husband, and father, Jacob never imagined that his days as a counselor would one...
From Camp Staff to Occupational Therapist: A Journey Rooted in Inclusion
Danielle Peters—Occupational Therapist and owner of BlueBird Pediatric Therapy Services—joins us this episode to share her journey from Camp ASCCA summer staff member to Occupation...
The World of Accessibility Travel with Trish Robinson
In our latest episode, we welcome back Trish Robinson, Regional Program Manager with Down Syndrome Alabama and Administrative Assistant with Magical Travel Destinations. She shares with our listeners the services she offers to families who want...
Camp ASCCA: The Podcast - Nanny Edition (Part 1)
Welcome to our newest segment of Camp ASCCA: The Podcast – The Nanny Edition!In this special series, we take a deep dive into what it means to care for children with disabilities. What does that care really ...
Exploring Alabama’s Outdoors with Marianne Gauldin
In this episode, we learn more about the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Division, from Marianne Gauldin, the Outreach Specialist. The episode explores all things related to the outdoo...
Making Connections, Improving Quality of Life, and Finding Purpose
In our latest episode of Camp ASCCA: The Podcast, we're joined by Kelly Edens, a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist and the Therapeutic Recreation Manager at the Shepherd Center in Atlanta, ...
Diving Into Easterseals Central Alabama
In this episode of Camp ASCCA: The Podcast, we're joined by Debbie Lynn, Director of Easterseals Central Alabama. Debbie leads a team of 40 dedicated professionals providing vital services to individuals with disabilities across the re...
Navigating the Unknown
In our latest episode, we have the opportunity to talk with Michael Pereira, founder of The Autism Voyage, a specialized financial services firm for families with special needs. Michael has firsthand e...
Zach Woolley's Story of Resilience, Growth, and Impact
Zach Woolley, former camper and current fellow at NCHPAD (National Center on Health, Physical Activity, and Disability), shares his incredible journey with Camp ASCCA and all he has achieve...
The Art of Being Someone Who Cares About Something
Nathan Waters, Assistant Director of the Office of Accessibility at Auburn University, is a Camp ASCCA summer and full-time staff alumni! He started at ASCCA while a student at Auburn University a...
Learning More About Camp Seale Harris
In the latest episode of Camp ASCCA: The Podcast, we sit down with John Latimer, Camp & Community Program Director at Camp Seale Harris. CSH's mission is to educate, encourage, and empower children...
Exploring Assistive Technology with Dr. Elizabeth Stewart
In this episdoe of Camp ASCCA: The Podcast, we had the opportunity to chat with Dr. Elizabeth Stewart. Elizabeth is a Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Special Education at the University of Alabama. She is also heavily...
Conversations in Speech Pathology
Lindsey Piazza is an assistant clincial professor in the Department of Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences as well as an instructor for the EAGLES program at Auburn University. This episode dives into what speech pathology is, the EAGLES prog...
A Place Is Only As Good As The People In It
Camp ASCCA's Director, Matt Rickaman, sits down with long-time camper Carmine Vara to discuss what ASCCA means to him. Having attended Camp for over 20 years, Carmine holds a special place in the hearts of everyone on our staff. To know him is ...
Parent Testimony - Letting Go & Trusting
In this episode, we welcome Allison Ashurst, the mother of first-time camper Scarlett. This summer marked Scarlett's first experience at Camp, and we'll explore how Allison navigated the challenge of letting go and placing her trust in Camp ASC...
Recreational Therapy and Its Importance
In our latest episode, we are joined by Suzy Montgomery, a Senior Instructor, Recreational Therapy Program Coordinator, and Recreational Therapy Internship Coordinator at the Univesity of South Alabama. Suzy has known Camp Director, Matt Rickma...
Camper & Parent Testimony with Josie & Catherine Smith
In our latest episode, Josie and her mom, Catherine, join us and share their personal experience with Camp ASCCA. They describe what it was like to attend, Josie as a camper and Catherine as a summer nurse. The relationships built, memories tha...
Get to Know Outdoor Education Program Specialist Chris Pendergrass!
Join us as we get to know Camp ASCCA's Outdoor Education Program Specialist! Chris Pendergrass joined our full-time staff in April, but has a long history with Camp ASCCA. Listen today to learn more!