The Post Secondary Transition Conversation

The ONLY podcast to talk about the ins and outs (and everything in between) of the secondary transition process for families of students with disabilities! Hosts Meghan (Smallwood) and Patrick (Cadigan) serve as supportive guides, leading families step-by-step up each rung of the transition ladder.

Also check out our parent website: https://www.postsecondarytransition.com

Podcasting since 2022 • 117 episodes

The Post Secondary Transition Conversation

Latest Episodes

111. Interview: Thomas Smith

Hosts Meghan (Smallwood) and Patrick (Cadigan) kick off Season 5 with Thomas Smith, a former student and adult with special needs who has worked at Weis Markets for 16 years. Thomas discusses on his va...

September 07, 2026 • 16:18

110. Inclusive Workforce Development at Sunflower Bakery with Beth Brady_Full Discussion

Hosts Meghan (Smallwood) and Patrick (Cadigan) speak with Beth Brady, director of admissions and student services at Sunflower Bakery, about the organization’s programs for young adults with disabilities. Beth explains how students build soft s...

August 03, 2026 • Season 4 • Episode 110 • 42:22

109. Inclusive Workforce Development at Sunflower Bakery with Beth Brady Pt. 2

Hosts Meghan (Smallwood) and Patrick (Cadigan) finish the second part of their discussion with Beth Brady from Sunflower Bakery. Beth explains the individualized support provided to students, including behavioral strategies and progress charts....

July 20, 2026 • Season 4 • Episode 109 • 24:19

108. Inclusive Workforce Development at Sunflower Bakery with Beth Brady Pt. 1

Hosts Meghan (Smallwood) and Patrick (Cadigan) discuss the Sunflower Bakery program with Beth Brady, their director of admissions and student services. Established in 2009, the bakery serves young adults with disabilities through culinary arts,...

July 06, 2026 • Season 4 • Episode 108 • 19:51

107. Special Needs Financial Planning with Betsy Larson_Full Discussion

Hosts Meghan (Smallwood) and Patrick (Cadigan) are joined by special needs financial planner Betsy Larson for a discussion on financial and estate planning for families of individuals with disabilities. Betsy explains the importance of planning...

June 29, 2026 • Season 4 • Episode 107 • 44:40

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