Let's Plant Houses

Let's Plant Houses


Latest Episodes

LPHS03E01: From Military Dad to Solo Advocate: How Eric Jorgensen Navigated Autism After Loss
June 24, 2025

Ever wonder why getting disability services feels like you need a PhD in bureaucracy? One dad figured out the system and created roadmaps for all 50 states. This week, I have honor of sharing Eric Jor

LPHS02E14: Building a Better Education System, A Conversation with Heather Eckner
April 16, 2025

Interested in improving educational outcomes for all children of all abilities? In this episode, I talk with Heather Eckner, an education professional whose personal journey with raising two children

LPHS02E13: AnnMarie Ottoy, advocate and mother, champions the creation of an inclusive playground
April 02, 2025

What does it take to create an inclusive playground? In this episode, I sit down with AnnMarie Ottoy to explore her incredible journey - from navigating her sons early diagnoses to becoming a fierce

LPHS02E12: Kathy Remski helps families anchor independence through SAIL
February 28, 2025

How can you create a safe, independent future for your child with special needs? Every parent wants to see their child grow into a happy, independent adult, but for families raising children with spec

LPHS02E11: Julie Bullock is finding the joy of profound autism
February 18, 2025

How do you find joy while raising a child with profound autism? In this episode, Julie Bullock, a mother of three, opens up about her family's journey with her son, who has profound or severe autism.

LPHS02E10: Julia Dapkus advocates for AAC, inclusion, and communication for all
February 04, 2025

On this episode, I talk with Julia Dapkus, a dedicated mother and advocate, about her family's journey with her daughter, Isabelle, who has autism. Julia shares the challenges of navigating early deve

LPHS02E09: Todd Turner, founder of Team GUTS, talks family, fitness and community
January 28, 2025

In this episode, I sit down with Todd Turner, the inspiring founder of Team GUTSa nonprofit transforming lives through fitness and sports programs for individuals with special needs. Todd opens up ab

LPHS02E08: Jess Ronne on caregiving with grit, grace, and community
January 14, 2025

What would you do if you faced profound loss while raising a child with special needscould you find grit and grace to move forward? - In this episode, I sit down with Jess Ronnean author, podcaster,

LPHS02E07: Sarah Raphael’s ‘neurospicy’ parenting, Extra Lucky Moms, and more
January 10, 2025

On this episode, I chat with Sarah Raphael, a mom of two young children, who shares her familys journey navigating parenting 'neurospicy' kids, her advocacy in schools, her focus on self-care and men

LPHS02E06: A Lifelong Commitment to Guardianship and Advocacy with Lee Ackerman
December 10, 2024

In this episode, Lee Ackerman shares his honest experience as the sibling of his sister Gretchen, who has developmental disabilities. He reflects on growing up together and his role now as her lifelon