The Talking Adapted P.E. Podcast

Chris Ahrens

Podcast by Chris Ahrens

  1. Episode 22 - Dr. Amanda Young and Dr. Melissa Bittner and the CSU Long Beach 1 day workshop

    SEP 17

    Episode 22 - Dr. Amanda Young and Dr. Melissa Bittner and the CSU Long Beach 1 day workshop

    Drs. Amanda Young and Melissa Bittner join the show to discuss the one day CSU Long Beach Adapted PE Workshop taking place November 7th. You can register at the link below. https://commerce.cashnet.com/cashneti/static/storefront/KIN-AdaptedPEWorkshop/catalog

    24 min
  2. Episode 21 - 2025 SHAPE America Eastern District APE Teacher of the Year - Brad Hunter

    JAN 9

    Episode 21 - 2025 SHAPE America Eastern District APE Teacher of the Year - Brad Hunter

    2025 SHAPE America Eastern District APE Teacher of the Year - Brad Hunter joins the show. Brad and Chris discuss what Brad's job looks like in Baltimore. Brad also discusses his role as the President of MAPEC and what the goals of MAPEC. Before their time was up Brad shared what his favorite pieces of equipment. This episode is brought to you by www.justadaptit.com.

    44 min

  3. JAN 9

    Episode 21 - 2025 SHAPE America Eastern District APE Teacher of the Year - Brad Hunter

    2025 SHAPE America Eastern District APE Teacher of the Year - Brad Hunter joins the show. Brad and Chris discuss what Brad's job looks like in Baltimore. Brad also discusses his role as the President of MAPEC and what the goals of MAPEC. Before their time was up Brad shared what his favorite pieces of equipment. This Episode is brought to you by www.justadaptit.com

    44 min
  4. Episode 20 - Dr. Garth Tymeson and Dr. Scott McNamara

    10/24/2024

    Episode 20 - Dr. Garth Tymeson and Dr. Scott McNamara

    Episode of 20! Thank you for all of the support, we are proud to give back to the Adapted Physical Education field. On this episode Dr. Garth Tymeson and Dr. Scott McNamara join the show to discuss IDEA. They explain where physical education and adapted physical education fit within the law and they remind us why there is a need for continued advocacy to ensure that our field can continue to thrive.

    1h 1m
  5. Episode 19 – Marty Block on Teachers Seeking Out Research While in the Field

    08/10/2024

    Episode 19 – Marty Block on Teachers Seeking Out Research While in the Field

    Marty Block, Director Kinesiology for Individuals with Disabilities Program at the University of Virginia joined the show this month. Chris and Marty start off the show discussing UVA’s unique teacher preparation program for future APE Teachers. They then go deep on the overall importance for teachers to continue to educate themselves and seek out research so they are the most up to date on accepted practices. In addition to his work at UVA, Marty is the editor of PALESTRA, one of the leading journals in the Adapted Physical Education and Adapted Physical Activity Space. This episode is brought to you by justadaptit.com, the most prolific resource for the APE field. Head over to justadaptit.com to get great ideas as you get ready to start your school year.

    51 min
  6. Episode 18 - The APE field through the eyes of a podcaster and APE teacher

    05/15/2024

    Episode 18 - The APE field through the eyes of a podcaster and APE teacher

    In this months episode the tables are reversed as host, Chris Ahrens is interviewed by Project CAPE scholars from CSU Long Beach. THis episode is a cross over that will also appear on the "What's New in Adapted P.E." podcast. In this episode Chris touches on how he got into the field, his Paralympic soccer career, and his thoughts on where things stand in the field today. As always please be sure to visit our presenting sponsor, www.justadaptit.com.

    53 min
  7. Episode 17 - SHAPE America Teachers of the Year: Cadi Doyle, Justin Lund, Jeff Watkins

    04/16/2024

    Episode 17 - SHAPE America Teachers of the Year: Cadi Doyle, Justin Lund, Jeff Watkins

    Cadi Doyle, Justin Lund, and Jeff Watkins joined host Chris Ahrens to discuss their great work and the process they went through to be recognized as a SHAPE America District Teacher of the Year.

    51 min
  8. Episode 16 - Sammi Stewart @coach_sammi_APE

    03/14/2024

    Episode 16 - Sammi Stewart @coach_sammi_APE

    Former SHAPE America Teacher of the Year, Sammi Stewart joins the show this month to discuss her incredible program. Sammi's passion for our field is evident throughout the episode and after listening you'll leave energized and ready to keep making an impact. Sammi has presented both nationally and abroad and is an expert in our field. She is a champion of Unified PE and explains why it is so important to her. After listening to the show, be sure to head over to justadaptit.comj, the best website for all things APE related!

    1h 5m
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