Youthworks Pizza Factory is a business company where they help children learn about reading, math, science and in business through making pizza. They have made a program for the kids for them to learn, they have divided the team into two division the East and the West the east is the early achievers servant team and the west is the well experienced servant team. They all start at the East where they learn about 15 different business topics and the west division is where they really go out and sell pizza, create their business name and provide a business plan.

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Steve Pitts discusses Oklahomans with developmental disabilities self advocacy and the excellent recreational programs he ran.

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Michelle Waters Director of Operations at Soaring on Hope Therapy and Autism Center “Where Hope takes Flight.

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Judith Nole from Tulsa Public Radio stops in to the studio to share with us what it like to work at KWGS along with amusing stories only Judith can share. For more information on Tulsa Public Radio visit their website at publicradiotulsa.org.

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Imagine having to use the restroom really bad.  Restrooms are everywhere, problem is you can't use them.   Reminds me of water water everywhere but not a drop to drink. People with physical disabilities cold disabilities who are larger than 50 pounds have nowhere to change and comfort themselves in public. So this week On THW we're gonna hear from Regina Bogar about Adult Changing Tables and  Max's Law HB 1579 sponsored by Representative Mickey Dolenz. 

For more information on OK Changing Stations - Advocates for Max's Law
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Introduced in the 2nd Session of the 58th Oklahoma Legislature Sponsored by Representative Mickey Dollens.  Did you know that service animals have a Federal Law that makes sure they have a place to go potty at all airports?  Yep, the Federal Service Animal Relief Act.  

Audra Beasley Mom to Max found out about this when her friend landed a job at OKC Airport to lay the turf for service animal relief stations.  So if Max is using a service animal while traveling, that animal has a place to relieve itself.  Max? Maybe not.  

Listen to Audra Beasley talk about Max's Law seeking private safe changing spaces for her son and the many others that need changing spaces.

Max's Law Audra Beasley Part 1

Continuing our month long celebration of developmental disability awareness month. 
 Kyle Graham Tulsa People First President shares about his adventures in advocacy and his different careers.
Listener's I hope you find inspiration you will be inspired by the stories shared in these episodes.

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First Up Colleen O'Reilly Vaughn joins us and shares what it means to be an employment consultant and all the advocacy work that is involved.  Colleen is a long-time employment provider and I have learned so much from her.  Enjoy this passionate and informational interview as I have had making it.  Colleen is an active board member of OK Association of People in Supported Employment, and she hopes APSE will soon become a go to place for job seekers and families to get information and support for vocational training.
We are live at the Oklahoma Governors Mansions Phillips Pavilion for the 35th Annual Governors Disability Employment Awards.  The exemplary employees and employers are going to inspire you.  
Our friends at Not Your Average Joe surprised attendee with refreshments including coffee and ice cream floats.  
Thanks NYAJ and all participants in this Interview !

35th Annual Ok Governors Disability Employment Awards

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This weekend on the Hidden Workforce we have so much going on. 
Our remote reporter Kelsey O'Halloran takes us to the heart of customers service at the Tulsa zoo when she interviews Patrick Weisz, Vice President of Guest Experience.  
Raitta Rogers is back and guess what? She produced a documentary of her experience as she Broke out of Prison, the documentary premieres this Sunday June 4, 2023, at The Roxy Theater 220 W Okmulgee St. Muskogee, OK 74401.  This is a must-see film, question and answer period, a red-carpet event and free cookies from Sponsor Money Where Ya Mouth is Sweets N Treats, Gift cards , a brand-new bike and much more.  This event is important to the hidden workforce because Raitta is a powerful force advocating for her community, young women and helps young men know how to treat woman.  Respect, inclusion and grace is good for the hidden workforce and everyone. Call 1800-764-7598 for more information. 
Remember Extreme Makeover Home Edition in 2010 Tulsa?  Thats when Extreme Makeover Home Edition came to Tulsa to build a house near TU.  Well, this weekend we take you behind the scenes to the second-place project for Tulsa.  Thats right Lisa Toth of Rise staffing and a few volunteers submitted another home for consideration.  Were we notified that if the winning project did not move forward, our submission would take its place.  Obviously, we didn't get that opportunity to help a family served by our residential service division.  That didn't stop us, however. 
 Mr. Toby Powell from Concept Builders was the contractor who provided me with free advice about the submission to EMOHE.  When we did not get the project Mr. Powell sent his own workers out to our customers' home and made many high dollar repairs free of charge.  Mr. Toby Powell is a humble man who does not like to be recognized but he sits down for a short interview with Lisa. 
Join us as we go down memory lane, we are talking 2008-2010.

This week, on The Hidden Workforce, host Lisa is taking us right into an intake meeting with Mr. Paul Fam and his mother Amani. They are going to tell you all about why they choose Rise Staffing as their provider agency and Paul is going to explain what he's been doing, and his plans for the future.
Next, we're going to step outside of the regular Hidden Workforce zone and drive up to Pawhuska and have some fun with my friends. We'll eat at the Ree Drummonds Mercantile in Pawhuska Oklahoma. Lisa interviews some restaurant guests about the food, and we meet Brittany our fabulous waitstaff person. 
Last on our road trip we stop by the witch's grave in Skiatook Oklahoma!

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Detective Bayloy Pittinger of the Sapulpa police force.

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Think Ability Inc. is a multi-service organization that provides residential services, and independent living supports services for people with intellectual, cognitive, and other related developmental disabilities

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Your child's brain on gaming with Daniele Hillyer

The Bond Duo Maggie and Tyler Bond Public Speakers, Brother and Sister share their passion and advocacy efforts for Oklahomans and people with different abilities Worldwide.

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The Bond Duo- DOWN SYNDROME ADVOCACY AND GREAT ADVOCACY AUTISM

Konner discusses his life via texting to Host Lisa Toth verbal questions about his life, show dog handling and more. https://www.tiktok.com/@konners_dog_kingdom_2.0
ALEX WEDDINGTON debut show. Interview with the President of The Duncan Little Theater https://g.co/kgs/7rCqdG

Konner Wayne Dog Handler

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Sharing our love! 
Laralea, Teryn and "Ready Worker" Shelby
What to look for when looking for a groomer.
9999 S Mingo Rd, Suite T, Tulsa, OK
(539) 367-4116
https://www.facebook.com/LaraleaDogGrooming/


Robin Arter Director at Think Ability Inc. talks about who they support in the Duncan community.
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Laralea's Dog Spa and Executive Director Robin Arter

Toby Jenkins talks about the LGBTQ community and how they can help in our workforce. Their community is now struggling because of the pandemic but they are still there and they have the potential to do better for our community.

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Join me each week as I uncover the secrets of the Hidden Workforce. This radio journey will take my listeners to many different worlds. From the world of the everyday worker, to the day of a motivational speaker with cerebral palsy who competes in ultra marathons, to the life of a mother caring for her adult child who needs physical assistance for everything 24 hours a day seven days a week. 
Plus hear from people with different abilities, their coaches and employers, about the major impact they have brought to the workforce. All of this, and more! Listen Live on FM 105.7 in Tulsa and on fm1057.com Saturday 9am and Sunday at 3pm

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