ARISE - EFR
The theme of the podcast is independent living and advocacy for people with disabilities.
Podcasting since 2022 • 113 episodes
ARISE - EFR
Latest Episodes
Building Inclusive Communities: Real-World Tools for Change
In this episode of the ARISE – EFR Podcast, host Bruce Drake is joined by community-organizing expert Phil Preen to explore how we can turn the ideals of inclusion and accessibility into actionable strategies. Together, they discuss:
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Season 2025
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Episode 113
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15:33
Inside Advocacy: How Change Happens from the Ground Up
Join host Bruce Drake of ARISE – EFR as he sits down with statewide systems advocate Phil Preen to unpack how meaningful systems-change happens in the world of disability rights and independent living. In this episode, we explore:<...
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Season 2025
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Episode 112
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14:53
Building Access: The Ramp Program that Keeps People Home
Join host Bruce Drake of ARISE – EFR as he sits down with Scott Pecoy, Ramp Coordinator for their community mobility program. Discover how this incredible volunteer-driven initiative designs, builds and installs modular access ramps so in...
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Season 2025
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Episode 111
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14:33
Navigating Life with Lawrence
In this episode of the ARISE-EFR podcast, host Bruce Drake talks with Sue Stalker, a Direct Support Professional (DSP) with 15 years of experience, about her longtime partnership with Lawrence. They discuss how Sue became Lawrence’...
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Season 2025
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Episode 110
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14:43
Building Empowered Collaboration: ARISE-EFR & Community Partnerships
In this episode, host Bruce Drake engages with Adaptive Design Coordinator, Connor McGough, to explore how ARISE-EFR forges meaningful collaborations with community organizations to enhance support for individuals with disabilities and th...
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Season 2025
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Episode 109
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15:37