Who We Are Inside

Who We Are Inside
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We all have the people we present as in our different spaces, and then we have who we actually are on the inside. The important parts of who we are on the inside may change, but we are expected to show up as the same on the outside. We recognize that maintaining both who we are and who we are expected to be is exhausting. This podcast provides space for us to share who we really are and invites us to be human instead of being all these roles that we are asked to be on any given day.

  1. 18 MAR

    Historic dumpster diving with Dr. Bridget Keown

    On this week's episode of Who We Are Inside, Susan is in the Studio with Dr. Bridget Keown, a researcher and historian bringing science into the humanities. The pair talk about neurodivergence, research, storytelling, and the power of connection through history.

    1hr 3min

  2. 4 MAR

    The story has happened before with Lexy Brown

    This week Dr. Alexus Brown, senior scientist at the University of Pittsburgh Center on Race and Social Problems, sociolinguist, and storyteller, joins Susan in the studio. Storytelling, creativity, and language are the topics of the day. You won't want to miss this episode!

    1hr 6min

  3. 25 FEB

    I can't show up for my patients if I'm like not the best version of myself with Gina Bartlett

    This week Susan and a recent graduate of the University of Pittsburgh's PA Studies Program, Gina Bartlett! Gina worked as an EMT and a paramedic before becoming a PA and this conversation takes a look at what it's like to be there on people's worst days.

    51 min

  4. 18 FEB

    I want to help people honor their parents the same way that I did

    This week we welcome Sarah Ahmad! Sarah is one of Susan's former students and the pair have a great conversation about what it's like to be a first-generation college student from a low-income background navigating higher education.

    53 min

  5. 11 FEB

    Language belongs to the people with Leah Fabiano

    Who We Are Inside is back with season 2! In this week's episode, Susan and Dr. Leah Fabiano have a timely conversation about language, bilingualism, overcoming racist systems, and protecting our communities. It's a big one, and we're so glad you're here for it! Show notes

    1hr 5min

  6. 03/12/2025

    Success is little steps with Farrah Holmes

    This week, Dr. Farrah Holmes and Susan talk about their shared experience of raising kids with superpowers.  Dr. Holmes was kind enough to share a list of resources: Early Intervention Services: Alliance For Infants & Toddlers (0-3 years) Address: 2801 Custer Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15227 Areas served: Pittsburgh and nearby areas Phone: (412) 885-6000 Allegheny Intermediate Unit (3-5 years) Phone: 412-394-5904 PA Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Connect Helpline: 1-800-692-7288 Support: Autism Pittsburgh https://www.autismpittsburgh.org/ Autism Connection of Pennsylvania https://autismofpa.org/ Phone: 412-515-3938 PEAL (Parent Education & Advocacy Leadership) Center https://pealcenter.org/ Address: 2325 E Carson St #100a, Pittsburgh, PA 15203 Phone: (412) 281-4404 Diagnosis: Child Development Unit (CDU) Oakland Medical Building 3420 Fifth Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15213 Primary Contact: 412-692-5560 Billing: Fax: 412-692-5679 https://www.chp.edu › Locations › DMS CHP Main CDU As You Are (Online Virtual Autism Diagnostic Evaluation for kids – 16 months – 10 years) https://asyouare.com/ Jigsaw Diagnostics (Online resource) https://www.jigsaw-dx.com/why-jigsaw Intensive Behavioral Health Services (IBHS) / ABA (Applied Behavioral Analysis) Therapy Matilda Theiss IMPACT: Serves children up to age 8 fallicas@upmc.edu; Phone: 412-383-1559 Helping Hands Family https://hhfamily.com; Phone: 412-283-6232 x 3101 Watson Institute https://www.thewatsoninstitute.org; Phone: 412-749-2894 Wesley Family Services https://wfspa.org; Phone: 412-342-2270 #3 Service Coordination Children’s Institute https://www.amazingkids.org/ 412-420-2400 Family Links https://familylinks.org/ 1-866-583-6003 HSAO https://www.hsao.org/ (412) 884-4500 Milestone https://www.milestonepa.org 412-243-3400 Wesley Family Services https://wfspa.org/ 412-342-2270 #3 Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) Allegheny Children’s initiative https://www.pfq.org/allegheny-childrens-initiative-inc 412-431-8006 Echo Counseling Services https://www.echo-counseling-services.com/ 412-559-8665 Family Behavioral Resources https://www.familybehavioralresources.com/ 724-850-8118 Counseling and Wellness Center of Pitt https://counselingwellnesspgh.com/ 412-322-2129 Wesley Family Services https://wfspa.org/ 412-342-2270 #3

    1 hr

  7. 26/11/2025

    Be an outsider every now and then, with Karthik Hariharan

    This week, we wlcome back Karthik Hariharan! He and Susan dive deep into the concept of belonging, talking about the difference between fitting in and belonging and what it feels like to be a parent in 2025.

    43 min

  8. 19/11/2025

    When we give these young people with disabilities space to use their voices, the world shifts - with Christie Cyktor

    This week, Susan and Christie Cyktor, an occupational therapist, advocate, and disability justice leader talk about creating space for children with disabilities to advocate for themselves and become leaders in their community. Christie talks about her academic journey to becoming an occupational therapist as a someone who has used a wheelchair since childhood.

    1 hr
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We all have the people we present as in our different spaces, and then we have who we actually are on the inside. The important parts of who we are on the inside may change, but we are expected to show up as the same on the outside. We recognize that maintaining both who we are and who we are expected to be is exhausting. This podcast provides space for us to share who we really are and invites us to be human instead of being all these roles that we are asked to be on any given day.

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  • Creator
    Who We Are Inside
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    49
  • Rating
    Clean
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