THE NEXT FRONTIER, the first Vermont autism and disabilities weekly
radio program from http://www.theradiator.org/ is airing
Wednesdays 10:00 am -11:00 am on
WOMM-LP 105.9 FM Burlington



Anne Barbano (in white) interviewing Andrea Marcotte (left) and
her mother Donna during the May 14, 2008 show.  In the back
is engineer Nick Malutama.


If you would like to underwrite the production of this show
please contact me at abarbanovt@juno.com or use the form at The Radiator


This first show  followed autism parents on the day the Autism Plan
Report was presented at the VT Statehouse. I want to thank Nancy
Richards, Gail Africa, Claudia Pringles and Linda Luxenberg for before-
and after-presentation remarks,  as well as George Africa who was
my live on-air guest on Wednesday, February 6.

Listen to February 6 Show



The second show  features the talents of Bill Gallant and Bernie Looby
of Howard Mental Health.

Listen to February 13 Show



The third show  is entitled "Why Can't I Work?" and features
Kathy Andrews and her son Andrew Sollace discussing issues 
around supported employment for people with disabilities.

Listen to February 20 Show



The fourth show  features Kim Mason, a cognitively-disabled adult who
had run as a candidate for the Burlington City Council the previous day.

Listen to March 5 Show



The fifth show  features a conversation between Anne Barbano
and fellow radio host Harold Frost, who has the diagnosis
of Asperger's Syndrome.

Listen to March 12 Show



In the sixth show Anne speaks to two autism parents working hard on
the developing historic Vermont Autism Plan. One developes a petition,
the other works from the inside. The complexity of the autism world
goes beyond the diagnosis.	

Listen to April 2 Show


Anne speaks with Randy Lamberti of the Vermont Autism Puzzle
Foundation, Carol Ortlip of the Inspire School for Autism, and Jess Levi,
a parent  of a child with autism using alternative medical treatments.

Listen to April 9 Show


In the eighth show Anne speaks with a landscaper with a child with
autism, follows up on the third show by checking in with Andrew Sollace
at his current job, and speaks with author and autism spokesman
Sean Barron.

Listen to April 16 Show


Anne talks with Laurie Tedeshe, co-founder of the on-line autism
support group Autism Support Daily,  and an advocate for reductions 
of mercury.

Listen to April 30 Show


Anne talks with Marilyn Mahusky of the Vermont Disability Law Project
and Karen Schwartz of the Vermont Developmental Disabilities
Council regarding Vermont being out of compliance,  waivers,
and EPSDT federal regulations for people with autism.

Listen to May 7 Show


Listen to a discussion between Anne and Colchester High School
senior Andrea Marcotte about Andrea's challenges with cerebral palsy.

Listen to May 14 Show


Anne talks with Larry Lewack of  the National Alliance on Mental Illness
(NAMI) and consumer Sarah Robinson, who suffers from Bipolar II.
[program note: recorded ending of the show was lost due to a
transmission problem at WOMM-LP]

Listen to May 21 Show


10 years...6 shows a month...Meet Gigi Weisman,  a community member
who has been performing for children for at least a decade!
But did you know she also wears another hat?
Working/playing in disabilities.
Music CD introduced too!

Listen to May 28 Show


Horse rescuer, logger, single mom of 4, twins with autism, one with
diabetes: Vermont renaissance woman Terry Holden talks
Skinner on the farm with Anne Barbano.

Listen to June 4 Show


One man's courage coming back to "normal" life. Meet disabled
veteran Ronnie LaBounty,  who tells Anne about reentry into civilian life
and why its crucial for a veteran to "help a vet".

Listen to June 11 Show


Where the Two Shall Meet: Behavioral Medicine and
Augmentative Learning and Movement Center.

Listen to July 16 Show


Autism 911 Data Base.  What is it?  And it's not just for autism.
Guests Heidi Wener and VT Police Academy trainer Cindy Taylor.
Ben McCarty of the Be4Now band introduces charity single
Too Late To Wait  to benefit the Red Cross.

Listen to July 30 Show



Please contact me as events happen. This program will also showcase
talents  from the disability world. Thanks to all of you. The
world is ready to listen.