Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! This week, Brian interviews actor, activist, and podcaster Benai Boyd! They talk about her beginnings, her training, her passion, and the events that led up to her becoming disabled and an advocate for those who are. This is one episode that you won’t want to miss! Listen to Benai’s podcast, CastABLE on the podcast st…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! This week, we share a short and spooky story inspired by the upcoming holiday. We also engage in an extensive candy review, going over each of the popular holiday treats and giving our honest, unfiltered opinions. Thank you to Brandon, Brian, Cristina, Nancy, and James for this episode of Artbeat Radio Thanks for list…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! Today, we share one episode of our new talent reality show, Wanted: Talented, or not: Celebrity Edition! Watch as Ryan Seacrest, Sharpay Evans, Olivia Rodrigo, and Simon Cowell join Artbeat Radio to find the most talented celebrity. Thanks for listening and tune in next time! Follow us on instagram @artbeatradio For m…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! Think disco is dead? Think again! Join Brian Corder and Doug Calhoun as they review some original songs from Able ARTS Work, giving a full and honest review. Tune in to our episodes on the radio live every Monday at noon on KLBP 99.1FM Thanks for listening and tune in next time! Follow us on instagram @artbeatradio Fo…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! Service Users at EPI share about a day in their life! They have three classes, otherwise known as “tracks” each day, where they do a mixture of art and music. They also share some breaking news! Stay tuned to learn what it is! Thank you to PJ, Maria G., Jamond P., Greco A., Carlos A., Emilio L., Daniel J., Nancy T, an…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! Come to camp with us! Through memories, that is. We interviewed each other on how our camp experiences growing up, and as adults were. We share where we went, what we ate, what experiences we participated in and more! Thank you to Nancy Terrey, Brian Corder, Cristina Mariotta, Doug Calhoun, James Mcgoff, and Brandon N…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! Today’s podcast conversation revolves around the end of summer and the anticipation of fall. We reminisce about summer holiday and express gratitude for friends, family, and the changing seasons. The discussion transitions to Fall, and we looking forward to Halloween, Thanksgiving, and the cooler weather. We share fav…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! Today, we invite you to ART Center. We talk about ourselves and our plans for this weekend, while also showing you clips about what we do at our day program! Thanks for listening and tune in next time! Follow us on instagram @artbeatradio For more information about our organization, please visit our website www.ablear…

Valentine’s Day 2012? A Blast from the Past Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! Today we’re sharing from our archives. Tune in to this audio only episode to hear from our original Artbeat Radio team, way back in 2012. This episode was created by some of our Hawthorne service users, inspired by love songs in Valentine’s Day of 2012. Thanks for listening …

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! Today, we visited the Inclusive Cuisine class at our Long Beach day program, ART Center. Watch as we go step by step through the homemade mac and cheese process. We got to taste test this amazing creation! Thank you to Lorenia, Keith, Christie, Sergio, Amanda, Lisa, and Ricky for this amazing meal. Thank you to Doug C…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! Tune in as we share summer hobbies and favorite foods, including crocheting, swimming, biking, and eating pizza. We emphasize the importance of good friendships during the summer months and even shared some interesting history! Hope you enjoy! Thank you to Nancy Terrey, Brian Corder, Cristina Mariotta, James Mcgoff, a…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! This week, we are meeting Jacob from Mrs Magician. Jacob shares a little bit about his personal musical journey while breaking down some of his most popular music videos. Thank you to Kaitlyn and Liam for this interview! Thanks for listening and tune in next time! Follow us on instagram @artbeatradio For more informat…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! Tune in to this week’s episode to get a peek at our new producers working out of a brand-new studio at our Long Beach location! Doug, Brian, and Nancy introduce themselves once again, but we get to meet our newest producer, Brandon! Please enjoy our new style of podcast and camera work as we now have camera operators.…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! This week, we film our first official podcast in our brand new studio. Join us on a building tour, showcasing some of our favorite parts of the new building. Thanks for listening and tune in next time! Follow us on instagram @artbeatradio For more information about our organization, please visit our website www.ablear…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! The podcast has left the building! Welcome to our brand-new space! Today, we share clips that we took from our interviews at our new building’s grand opening! We pulled friends, family, and staff members to talk about the new building and share in our excitement. Thanks for listening and tune in next time! Follow us o…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! Today, on the Special Needs Talk Show, Jillian and Kaitlyn speak with Shelbi, a band member of the Havnauts. Listen in as she shares with us about her personal journey and some of her musical influences. Thanks for listening and tune in next time! Follow us on instagram @artbeatradio For more information about our org…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! Today, Service User’s from EPI brings you their favorite tunes! They asked staff and service users what their favorite song is and why. Stay tuned for a small performance of Greco’s favorite song, La Bamba! Thank you to Emilio, Carlos, Daniel, Jhosselline, Greco, and Donald for your hard work on this episode. Thanks f…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! Today, we listen to clips from resident composer, King Coy-o! Attending Able ARTS Work through our mobile arts program, King Coy-o creates original compositions in his own unique style. These beats are inspired by Bob Marley and his personal life experiences. Tune in to hear some awesome tunes! Thanks for listening an…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! Today, we say goodbye to The Special Needs Talk Show...but we'll see them for the next season! Enjoy these clips of some of our favorite past episodes from this amazing ABR segment. Thanks for listening and tune in next time! Follow us on instagram @artbeatradio For more information about our organization, please visi…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! This week, the EPI and CECA Show is all about art! Micheal and Maria traveled to EPI to interview Carlos, Rudy, and Greco about their recent work in progress, a giant paper mache cake project. Then, Jesus and Maria share about art projects they have created, including, Jesus’s smackdown book, and Maria’s self portrait…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! Happy Father's Day! Tune in this week as we share some stories of childhood, some Father's Day facts, and premiere our original song dedicated to Fathers everywhere! Thank you Brian Corder, Nancy Terrey, Doug Calhoun, Maria Ramirez, Lorenia Varela Jamie Haverman, and Cristina Mariotta for your hard work on this episod…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! EPI service users Jamond, Emilio, Donald, and Steven chose to write their own original story titled "Family Music"! Our story follows a musician named Justin as he learns an important lesson about family and music. Original music was written for the episode and certain sound effects were created using voice and body p…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! Today on The Special Needs Talk Show, Kaitlyn and Liam have a chat with Able ARTS Work San Diego staff member, Marti! They ask her about her college studies, her dream job, hobbies, and more. Plus, a special musical guest performance from Speedy Boy! Thank you to Joshua Andrews, Jillian Anderson, Kaitlyn Johanson,Step…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! On today’s episode, we get a blast from the past! We uncovered two songs that have never been aired on Artbeat Radio Better. Yet, there are music videos to accompany them! Please enjoy this “new” music and let us know what you think! Thank you to EPI, TAP II and ART Center for this great episode. Thanks for listening …

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! Today, we speak with Heather Thornton, a talented playwriter who speaks with us about her play titled “Slow Times at Aviation High” Heather describes this work as "Breakfast Club...but in wheelchairs" Here’s a note from Heather- Born in 1961. Disabled in 1971. In those days, the school sat me in a corner as if being d…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! This week, it's all about mothers! Listen in to our thoughts and ideas, paired with an original song and music video. In the creation of these, service users at the Long Beach day program made all creative decisions. Thank you to Nancy Terrey, Renee Webster, Brian Corder, Doug Calhoun, and Cristina Mariotta! Thanks fo…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! In this installment of The Special Needs Talk Show, Liam and Stephanie talk with local San Diego filmmaker, Derrick Acosta of Mega64! They pick his brain about all things film, from the inspiration of older movies to what he loves about making music videos. Plus! A special standup comedy set from everyone's favorite, …

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! Listen in to a song about everyone’s favorite treat: Pancakes! CECA service users PJ, Maria, Michael, Jesus, and Luis wrote and recorded an original song about their love for pancakes and the many toppings that can go on them. In order to get authentic sounds for the song, service users had a day where they made panca…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! Today, Brian and James interview Emily, MT-BC and Riley, MT-BC about their recent music therapy internships at Able ARTS Work. Emily and Riley were two of the four most recent interns and were stationed at our Long Beach location. Listen in and get to know them while learning more about the internship experience. If y…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! In this installment of Artbeat Radio’s “The Special Needs Talk Show”, Jillian and Kaitlyn have a fun and funny conversation with their music teacher, Briana. They cover it all from opera music to Avatar: The Last Airbender, with plenty of hijinks in between. Plus! "Cats, cats, cats galore!" Thank you to Jillian Anders…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! Artbeat Radio is CANCELED... April Fools! We’re here to stay. Listen in as Nancy and Doug speak about pranks and what they do for fun, followed by some of our favorite jokes and puns. Thank you Maria Ramirez, Sergio Leal, Brian Corder, Aaron Francis, Nancy Terrey, Doug Calhoun, Cristina Mariotta, Tran Nguyen, Patti Lo…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! This episode is all about our guest, and Able ARTS Work service user, Maria! Service users Jesus (Chuy) and Michael take time to ask their long-time friend Maria. about her favorite places and how she is enjoying this Spring Semester at Able ARTS Work. Maria shares her travel interests, favorite classes and projects, …

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! This week, Brian Corder and Cristina Mariotta interview Maisie Soetantyo, founder of Autism Career Pathways. Tune in to learn more about her and how she's assisting the neurodivergent community in finding jobs and creating businesses. Thanks for listening and tune in next time! Follow us on instagram @artbeatradio For…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! This week, we’re sharing our podcast of sounds that we find relaxing. We made these into a song using “Soundtrap.” We also spoke about weekend plans and times that we got lost! This episode is a mashup of topics that you won’t want to miss! Thank you to Brian Corder, Nancy Terrey, Tran Nguyen, Aaron Francis, James Mcg…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! Today on The Special Needs Talk show, Kaitlyn and Liam have a conversation with Able ARTS Work San Diego art instructor, Christina, asking her about all things art! Who are her favorite artists? What are her favorite art movements and styles? How long has she been doing art? And more! Thank you to Jillian Anderson, Ka…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! Service Users at CECA and EPI participated in a Valentine’s Day interview! Watch and listen as they discuss their favorite love songs, favorite candy, how they decorate, and what they wear for Valentine’s Day. Stick around to find out the answer to the biggest question: Is Valentine’s Day only for couples? Greco and J…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! ART Center discusses animals in all capacities in this episode. Topics such as zoos, aquariums, pets, and food are explored. We joke around with one another and have a great time. Enjoy this episode that gives you a little glimpse into the lives and opinions of ART Center. Thanks for listening and tune in next time! F…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! It's 2024 and Jillian and Kaitlyn are BACK with another episode of The Special Needs Talk Show! Join them as they sit down with their peer, Liam, and discuss Billy Joel, favorite superheroes, improv, and more! Contributors: Jillian Anderson Josh Andrews Claire Feth Kaitlyn Johanson Peter Marchesini Renee Morneau Liam …

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! Today, we revisit our favorite bloopers of 2023. Watch as hosts, Tran and Brian react to some of ART Center’s favorite moments of mistakes from their past year. Thanks for listening and tune in next time! Follow us on instagram @artbeatradio For more information about our organization, please visit our website www.abl…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! Season 2 of the Special Needs Talk Show is over...but season 3 is about to start! Today on the Special Needs Talk Show, our co-hosts talk to their friends at Able ARTS Work San Diego about their personal goals for 2024! Plus, they look back on the Fall 2023 podcast season with a highlight reel of their favorite moment…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! On this week's episode of Artbeat Radio, EPI brings back a past series titled “Jamond Sings the Hits!” Service user, Jhosselline, and a music therapy intern interview Jamond about bringing the old ABR series of videos back. Jamond then sings 3 classic holiday season hits accompanied by music staff. The Artbeat Radio c…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! Listen in as we share a work-in-progress, our Denture song! We created this tune using Chrome Music Lab. After this, we share a little bit about our hobbies as children, and our hobbies as adults. Stay tuned for an upcoming song about these hobbies! Thanks for listening and tune in next time! Follow us on instagram @a…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! It’s the season to curl up and watch some movies! Listen in as Brian and Nancy discuss some films they watch this time of year, their favorite movie night snacks, and tips for a movie date. After this, stay tuned to their first ever “sit-down” comedy special, where Brian shares his jokes with Nancy, the toughest criti…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! Today, Brian and Nancy each chose a favorite song and sang an excerpt. They then chose a peer to interview about the song’s contents or what it made them think of. Listen in as Brian sings to John Denver and talks with music therapy intern, Riley, about her home state of Virginia. Later, Nancy interviews AAW service u…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! In today's episode of The Special Needs Talk Show, co-hosts Pete and Stephanie sit down with their Able ARTS Work San Diego peer and sassy dancing lady, Renee! They talk about recycling, holidays, music, and more! Plus, we hear from our sponsors at Jillian's Creative Creations and Gross Stone Ice Cream. Participants/C…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! Listen in as Sergio, Brian, Nancy, Maria, and Cristina interview Able ARTS Work employees, Erik Brooks and Izetta Heard. The team came up with interview questions revolving around the Thanksgiving holiday and all voted on who they wanted to interview. Listen in to learn a little more about these amazing employees. Tha…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! This week, we celebrate Autumn with a seasonal poem, an Autumn themed interview, a re-visit of the song, “Dancing on Thanksgiving” from our Qurarntunes series, and we even share what we’re thankful for! “Dancing on Thanksgiving” written by EPI and San Diego in October 2020 This is a catchy, upbeat pop song about one o…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! This episode consists of 2 songs made by service users using the digital audio workstation Soundtrap. The first song’s theme is “happy”, and the second song’s theme is “excited”. Service users first picked the theme of the songs and then picked different available loops they decided related to the theme. Drum, bass, s…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! In this installment of ABR's "The Special Needs Talk Show", co-hosts Jillian and Kaitlyn sit down with Able ARTS Work San Diego music therapist, Hannah "Banana", and talk about everything from movies and music to sports and Phantom of the Opera. Plus, a special commercial message from Embracelets by Stephanie J. Monis…

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! How do Renee and Kaitlyn feel about Halloween and all that comes with it? That’s what we’re here to find out! Listen in as the Artbeat Radio group teams up with a marketing class to get the inside information about Halloween and how it can be celebrated. Thank you, Nancy, Gyana, Brian, and Cristina, for coming up with…