In this episode, we dive deep into the life of Mark Coleman, a legendary figure in mixed martial arts and the world of combat sports. Known as the first-ever UFC heavyweight champion, Mark pioneered the ground-and-pound fighting style, leaving a lasting legacy in the UFC Hall of Fame.

From humble beginnings in Fremont, Ohio, Mark's journey is a testament to resilience and reinvention. Despite facing formidable challenges inside and outside the ring, his story is one of true grit and authenticity.

Mark reflects on his early days as an athlete, the influences of family, and the drive to become the best wrestler and fighter he could be. Throughout his career, Mark battled personal demons, faced the ups and downs of fame, and ultimately found redemption and purpose through sobriety and helping others.

Join us as we uncover the experiences that shaped Mark Coleman – the man, the champion, and the inspiration to many. His humility, candidness, and unwavering spirit show us that the fight doesn't end in the octagon; it's a lifelong journey of perseverance and hope.

In this engaging episode of AutismRadio.org, our host Paul Cimins sits down with Registered Behavior Therapist, Stephanie Loibl, to discuss her determined efforts to revolutionize autism care. From sharing the tangible progress of her clients to her ambitious plan to implement Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy in Malawi, Africa, Stephanie's commitment and passion are clear throughout the episode.

Shining a spotlight on the critical shortage of ABA services in Malawi, Stephanie outlines her plan to provide essential training to caregivers, parents, and educators. Her impressive initiative was directly inspired by a parent of one of her clients from Malawi. From her firsthand experiences, Stephanie has a deep understanding of the stark difference between the healthcare systems in the U.S. and resource-limited regions.

Moving onto Stephanie's highly ambitious future plans, the episode discusses her aspiration to establish a therapy clinic in Malawi. This dream is now closer to reality thanks to advancements in video conferencing technologies. However, making this transformative vision a reality requires substantial funding. Consequently, Stephanie and her team have set up a GoFundMe campaign aiming to raise much-needed resources.

Documenting the journey towards improving autism support in Africa, this episode is an eye-opening exploration of the inspiring actions taken by individuals like Stephanie to address the urgent needs of the international autism community. The episode will captivate anyone interested in autism therapy and the vital steps being taken to increase global access to support.

Central Park School is a public school that serves as an out of district placement. Our school provides a highly effective, individualized program for students with disabilities ages 3-21 who are classified as eligible for special education and related services under a variety of categories that include autistic, multiply disabled, cognitively impaired and other health impaired. Serving students from public school districts throughout northern New Jersey, Central Park School provides a comprehensive special education program serving the individual academic, social, emotional, and career education needs of each of its students.

The district website for Educational Services Commission of Morris County is www.escmorris.com.

They have a Facebook page for Central Park School where parents can see pictures and school activities and they are invited to “Like” us.

Of course, parents can email me dmoore@escmorris.com or call the school at 973-539-9630 if they have any questions about our program.