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Rockin the Difference

Rockin the Difference

By: Chandra Neal/Single Mom/Special Needs Mom/Special Needs Sports Program Board Member
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Hello There! Welcome to Rockin the Difference, a podcast meant to share the experiences and information with those on their journey in the special needs world. I am your host, Chandra Neal, a mom of a young adult with special needs. My intent is to create a community where we can connect, be real and share in the humor and the tears, challenges and triumphs of what it’s like traveling down this path that is so unique as a special needs parent. Together, we can encourage and support each other as we are all Rockin the Difference!Copyright 2023 All rights reserved. Parenting & Families Personal Development Personal Success Relationships Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Episode 29: Beach Getaway Conversations
    Jun 1 2026

    No experts. No scripts. No agenda.

    Just five special needs parents, three incredible individuals with disabilities, a beach house, and some honest conversations about life.

    This week’s Rockin the Difference episode is a reminder that while our journeys may be different, the understanding we find in one another can be life-changing.

    Come join us for laughter, stories, and a little beachside wisdom.

    Special Thank you to Rob, Beckie, Christina, Jenna, Jonathan, Kali and Ryan for making this episode so very special. I love you all so much!

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    1 min
  • Episode 28: Beyond What You See with Tiffany V. Easterbrook
    Apr 29 2026

    Beyond What You See | Featuring Tiffany V. Easterbrook

    What if everything you thought you understood about someone… was only a fraction of the story?

    In this special episode, Ryan and I sit down with Tiffany V. Easterbrook for her YouTube interview series to share our journey—one that goes far beyond first impressions. We talk about what it’s really like raising and living as a blind and autistic young man, the challenges we’ve faced, the growth we’ve experienced, and the powerful moments that have shaped who we are today.

    Ryan joins the conversation in his own voice—bringing his personality, humor, and even singing a little and that reminds us all just how important it is to truly see people for who they are.

    This conversation is heartfelt, eye-opening, and filled with reminders that inclusion starts when we look beyond what’s on the surface.

    🎥 Be sure to check out Tiffany’s YouTube channel @TiffanyEasterbrook to watch the full interview and experience the connection for yourself.

    https://youtu.be/X9FxbwZOJsU?si=dwBq9ItxQ3BflbUA

    And stay tuned… this is just the beginning. I’ll be sitting down with Tiffany soon for another powerful conversation as she prepares for the release of her upcoming book—you won’t want to miss it.

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    53 mins
  • Episode 27: Deciding to Homeschool with Tiffany Henry
    Mar 31 2026

    What happens when the traditional path no longer feels like the right one for your child?

    In this episode, I sit down with my friend Tiffany Henry as she opens up about the deeply personal decision to homeschool her autistic son. From navigating unmet needs in a conventional school setting to trusting her instincts as a mother, Tiffany shares the pivotal moments that led her to choose a different path.

    We dive into the real, unfiltered side of homeschooling—the challenges, the doubts, the logistical hurdles, and the emotional weight of stepping outside the norm. But we also explore the powerful rewards: the freedom to tailor learning, the strengthening of their bond, and the breakthroughs that happen when a child is truly seen and supported.

    If you’re a parent questioning whether the traditional system is serving your child… If you’ve felt that quiet nudge that there might be another way… If you’re wondering whether you have what it takes to do something different…

    This conversation will meet you right where you are—and maybe even give you the clarity and courage to explore what’s possible.

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    1 hr and 3 mins
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