AwareNow™: The Official Podcast for Causes

Whether nearsighted or farsighted, you can clearly see that society needs to set its sights on neurodiversity. And once seen, it needs to be supported, not in passing but in practice. In the workplace, those who are neurodivergent need to be recognized not just for the difference they have but for the difference they can make. Danielle Biddick leads Dell's Neurodivergent Hiring Program, doing...

'LEARNING OUT OF ORDER' Featured in 'The Divergent Edition' of AwareNow ( www.awarenowmagazine.com ). Written & Narrated by: Sonja Montiel Music by: Sand Diver Produced by: Awareness Ties

'THE MIND MADE REAL' Featured in 'The Divergent Edition' of AwareNow ( www.awarenowmagazine.com ). Written & Narrated by: Paul S. Rogers Music by: Luke Melville Produced by: Awareness Ties

'YOU DANCE' Featured in 'The Divergent Edition' of AwareNow Magazine ( www.awarenowmagazine.com ). Written & Narrated by: Burt Kempner Music by : Raz Burg Produced by: Awareness Ties

'THE SHIP, THE BUBBLE & THE WIND' Featured in 'The Divergent Edition' of AwareNow Magazine: www.awarenowmagazine.com Written & Narrated by: Maxim Jago Music by: Master Minded Produced by: Awareness Ties

Sometimes change comes over centuries. Other times, it comes in a split second. Mark Raymond Jr. became a C-5 quadriplegic after breaking his neck jumping off a boat. To raise awareness and advocate for individuals impacted by disability, Mark started the non-profit Split Second Foundation and opened the first inclusive gym in Louisiana, Split Second Fitness, that is accessible for people with dis...

Actor, model and advocate, Tal Anderson is an autistic artist using her position to advocate for disability rights in the workplace and inclusivity in front and behind the camera in Hollywood. Tal hopes for a day when inclusion and representation isn’t something you have to fight for, but instead something that has become the norm. She believes everyone deserves to turn on the TV and see themselve...

Yasmine Aker is an Iranian-American artist, filmmaker, actor, teacher, and grassroots activist who is passionate about women's and human rights, the environment, and mental health advocacy. As a survivor of sexual and physical abuse, she is an example of resilience. Yasmine's story is one of purpose and strength. This exclusive interview is found in 'The Divergent Edition' of Aware...

Hülya Marquardt was born with deformed hands and legs. By the age of six, Hülya had gone through 21 surgeries. At the age of 18, she had both her legs amputated after developing sepsis. While some amputees prefer prosthetics, Hülya prefers her skateboard. A fashion boutique owner, mother, wife and lover of travel, the world is her skatepark. Allow us to introduce you to Dennis Marquardt, Hülya...

Featured in: 'The Women Edition' of AwareNow Magazine Written & Narrated by: Allié McGuire Music by: Jakub Pietras Produced by: Awareness Ties

Featured in: 'The Women Edition' of AwareNow Magazine Written & Narrated by: Elizabeth Blake-Thomas Music by: Max H. Produced by: Awareness Ties

Featured in: 'The Women Edition' of AwareNow Magazine Written & Narrated by: Sonja Montiel Music by: Birraj Produced by: Awareness Ties

Featured in: 'The Women Edition' of AwareNow Magazine Written & Narrated by: Paul S. Rogers Music by: Ardie Son Produced by: Awareness Ties

Featured in: 'The Women Edition' of AwareNow Magazine  Written & Narrated by: Burt Kempner Music by: ANBR Produced by: Awareness Ties

Featured in: 'The Women Edition' of AwareNow Magazine Written & Narrated by: Thi Nguyen Music by: Yehezkel Raz Produced by: Awareness Ties

What follows is the personal story of Shahrnaz Nancy Southwick, along with the an exclusive interview by Rain Phoenix, founder of LaunchLeft. For the truths shared and spoken here, we are honored to share these words with the world to raise awareness and support for needed change in Iran and in all regions where human rights need to be protected. This exclusive interview is featured in 'The Women...

This original poem is featured in 'The Women Edition' of AwareNow Magazine: www.awarenowmagazine.com Poem, Narration & Video by: AJ Andrews Music by: Ardie Son Presented by: Awareness Ties Dear Brown Skin Girl, Don’t be afraid to shine, For your skin is beautiful, And your hair, divine. Dear Brown Skin Girl,  Your beauty shines from the outside in, From the courage in your heart, To the m...

An actor, a model, a mother and a painter, Beth Bowen’s life is a canvas with many shades and many layers. While she lives in Southern California, her work has lived around the world with her paintings exhibited at The Louvre in Paris, Vienna and this month in New York’s Times Square. With the one life she’s been given, she’s recreated it several times. This exclusive interview is found in 'The Wo...

When a handywoman and aspiring finish carpenter navigates dating, family, and society’s expectations in a predominantly male trade, you have the making for an epic series of real scenarios and relatable scenes that so many can identify with. It is with gratitude that we give thanks to Gabrielle Bourne for producing the comedy series, Mack Of All Trades, using humor to take on society’s stereotypes...

At age six, Torrey began violin lessons. In the fourth grade, she earned her place in a New York high school orchestra. She then studied dance and took acting classes before beginning her career in modeling at the age of 15. This is when her acting career began as well. Actress, advocate, philanthropist, and producer Torrey Joël DeVitto is best known for her incredible six season run on the NBC dr...

This feature story is found in 'The Hi Tech Edition' of AwareNow Magazine: www.awarenowmagazine.com Written & Narrated by: Allié McGuire Music by: Kevin Graham Produced by: Awareness Ties

This personal story is found in 'The Hi Tech Edition' of AwareNow Magazine: www.awarenowmagazine.com Written & Narrated by: Elizabeth Blake-Thomas Music by: Kyle Preston Produced by: Awareness Ties

This feature story is found in 'The Hi Tech Edition' of AwareNow Magazine: www.awarenowmagazine.com Written & Narrated by: Todd Brown Music by: Rowan Hudsons Passing Ships Produced by: Awareness Ties

This personal story is found in 'The Hi Tech Edition' of AwareNow Magazine: www.awarenowmagazine.com Written & Narrated by: Burt Kempner Music by: Moment of Now Produced by: Awareness Ties

This feature story is found in 'The Hi Tech Edition' of AwareNow Magazine: www.awarenowmagazine.com Written & Narrated by: Sonja & Gaby Montiel Music by: Yehezkel Raz Produced by: Awareness Ties