Best Within Tolerance Podcasts (2025)

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Within Tolerance Episode 253 - Employees are Tough with Easton Bednarek 1:46:07

23h ago1:46:07

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Easton from Moria Manufacturing returns to share updates and challenges since his last visit. We discuss the rapid expansion, new machines like the SC 300, struggles with employee training, and the unexpected costs of scaling up. Easton provides an in-depth look at how they've optimized their turning operations and shares the invaluable lessons lea…

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Ep. 5 - "Working Within the Window of Tolerance" with Marcia Lesser, SEP 45:25

6h ago45:25

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In this episode, David explores Dr. Dan Siegel's theory of the Window of Tolerance and Dr. Stephen Porgress' Polyvagal Theory as frameworks for understanding how to keep singers regulated in the voice studio. Special guest Marcia Lesser, SEP offers valuable insights on the Autonomic Nervous System and how we can create learning spaces that are safe…

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Bad news and Big Emotions: How to Rebuild When Yourself World Suddenly Falls Apart 32:53

9h ago32:53

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Send us a text In this deeply personal and candid episode, we share our experience of navigating a life-altering medical complication in the midst of preparing for a major life transition—parenthood. With emotions running high and uncertainty clouding the path ahead, we delve into the raw reality of processing shocking news, how to effectively resp…

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Ep. 6 - "One Time, at Summer Camp" with Dr. Everett McCorvey 45:58

4h ago45:58

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In this episode, David has a far-reaching conversation with his first formal voice teacher, Dr. Everett McCorvey, who has had an accomplished career as a singer, teacher, and conductor. Together, they discuss mentorship, adjusting to the ever-evolving needs of students, vulnerability, and much more. Dr. Everett McCorvey's Contact Information: https…

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Bridging the Gap Between BCBAs and Educators with Amanda Wilson 27:06

6d ago27:06

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Amanda Wilson is a school psychologist, BCBA, and the founder of Navigating Behavior Change. She has over 18 years of experience within the public school setting, and as a military wife, she has had the opportunity to work in various regions across the United States. She also has significant experience in conducting assessments, developing comprehe…

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The Nervous System of Love: Why Coregulation Matters 27:08

3h ago27:08

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Send us a text Have you ever walked into a room and just felt… calm? Like your whole body relaxes because you feel safe with the person you’re with? Or maybe the opposite — you’ve walked into a stressful situation and instantly felt your heart rate spike and your chest tighten. That’s not just in your head — that’s co-regulation at work. In this ep…

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Within Tolerance Episode 252 - ABC: Always Be Changing with Zap 1:30:51

5h ago1:30:51

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This week, Zap updates us on several challenges - his search for a new shop space, ongoing van saga, and dealing with a particularly frustrating customer situation. Meanwhile, I discuss my recent HyperMill software purchase and share thoughts on tool organization in Fusion 360. We also dive into standardizing workflows for small shops and the impor…

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How Multiple Diagnoses Affect Treatment (Can’t Do vs Won’t Do) 15:18

7d ago15:18

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When a learner has multiple diagnoses, it has a significant influence on treatment approaches, behavioral changes, and intervention planning. Therefore, it’s essential to determine whether a skill is a “can’t do” or a “won’t do” when we’re developing our treatment strategies. Here, we discuss the impact more than one diagnosis has on treatment and …

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Discover The Art Of Apologising And Empower Your Relationships! 28:43

10h ago28:43

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Send us a text Let’s be real — apologizing is hard. Saying "sorry" isn’t just about admitting you were wrong; it’s about repairing trust and showing the people you care about that they matter more than your pride. In this episode, we’re getting personal about why apologizing feels so uncomfortable and how to move past that discomfort to make a real…

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Change May Come 38:34

15d ago38:34

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This episode talks about changes that take place in our lives, and how we cope with the changes.

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Within Tolerance Episode 251 - Phil Linscheid 1:51:08

12h ago1:51:08

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In this episode, I speak with Phil Linscheid, Director of Manufacturing at Hamilton Company, about his journey through the manufacturing industry. Starting as a young manager at Haas Automation to now overseeing a large medical device manufacturing operation, Phil shares insights on managing people, implementing automation, and balancing technical …

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Interference in higher purpose 38:01

9h ago38:01

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This episode explains the adversity/negativity that comes from people and our environment,and its interference in our higher purpose . It also explains how to manage it, and break through from it.

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Common Comorbidities (Including Health) in Autism and the Behavioral Implications 18:39

14d ago18:39

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Autism rarely occurs in isolation, and many individuals face additional health challenges. Understanding these challenges can help us provide more compassion and effective support. Here, we discuss the common comorbidities we may encounter with our learners. We also dive into the behavioral implications of those comorbidities as well as the medical…

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Neuroscience Meets Emotions: Mastering The Window Of Tolerance 30:11

3d ago30:11

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Send us a text In this episode, we’re diving deep into the concept of the window of tolerance—a term coined by Dr. Dan Siegel that describes the optimal range of emotional and physiological arousal where you can function, learn, and grow. It’s that balanced state where you feel calm, focused, and capable of handling life’s ups and downs without tip…

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Within Tolerance Episode 250 - Prepping for the Future with Zap 1:36:59

22d ago1:36:59

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Zap joins me this week to discuss recent travels, re-establishing stability, and the importance of relationships in business. We share updates on new projects, machine purchases, and the integration of automation in machining. Plus, we delve into personal health routines and navigating the complexities of business investments and accounts receivabl…

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Supporting Kids with Anxiety and ADHD 13:18

26d ago13:18

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Comorbidities or multiple diagnoses like anxiety and ADHD are common in our learners. These overlapping challenges on top of ASD can make day-to-day life overwhelming for both the children and the adults supporting them. Kids with ADHD may be inattentive and hyperactive. Anxiety may manifest as intense worrying, avoidance behaviors, and even physic…

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Hilary Shares Her Journey To Motherhood 23:41

28d ago23:41

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Send us a text Hilary’s pregnancy has been a journey of surrender—letting go of control, embracing change, and redefining what it means to care for herself. Pregnancy doesn’t wait for you to be ready; it moves forward, shifting your body, your emotions, and your sense of self in ways you never expected. At first, the biggest worry seemed small—grie…

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Ep. 4 - "Teachers & Therapists: Similarities & Differences" with Dr. Ritu Agarwal 45:44

14d ago45:44

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In this episode, David explores the similarities and differences between teachers and therapists with the help of psychologist Dr. Ritu Agarwal. Together, they discuss how to co-create a safe environment for students and outline the signs when it may be time to refer a student to a licensed therapist. Contact Information for Dr. Ritu Agarwal https:…

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18: Quality Business Leadership 54:17

1M ago54:17

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This month on Risk Revolution, Lori Richter chats with Anders Vinther, PhD, the Founder & CEO of Quality Business Administration (QBA). Lori and Anders discuss sustained product quality, consistent product supply, and robust financial performance. Anders shares the Six Traits of a QBL. Anders also shares his thoughts on preserving quality as a comp…

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FCT within Skills-Based Treatment 16:48

1M ago16:48

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Many of our learners struggle with being unable to communicate their basic wants and needs. In some cases, this can cause challenging behavior. Functional communication training, or FCT, is an effective way to build those important communication skills in our learners. Here, we discuss how to incorporate FCT within skills-based treatment. We touch …

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The Science of Safety: Navigating Triggers for Emotional Resilience 29:35

1M ago29:35

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Send us a text Have you ever reacted to a situation in a way that felt completely out of proportion to what was happening? Maybe a small comment from a friend left you feeling rejected, or an unexpected sound sent your heart racing. These reactions are called triggers, and they often stem from unprocessed past experiences stored in your body. In th…

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Within Tolerance Episode 249 - Pete Oxenham of Chatter and Toolpath 1:07:50

1M ago1:07:50

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I'm happy to welcome back Pete Oxenham, founder of Chatter and Head of Product for Toolpath, for an in-depth discussion on his recent journey. We delve into Pete's decision to sell his machine shop to focus entirely on Chatter, the challenges he faced in finding a suitable buyer, and the emotional roller coaster of letting go of a business he built…

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What The AI Technology and transformation of economy means for humanity 45:16

1M ago45:16

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This episode talks about the current situation of technology and economy and its impact on society. Are we prepared for the dramatic change. How can we understand the changes and stay committed to our roots.

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Teaching Social Flexibility 12:09

1M ago12:09

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When our learners lose a game or have to share a toy, they can become extremely frustrated. To help them adapt to new routines and expectations, we teach them social flexibility. When we’re socially flexible, we can adjust our behavior and communication based on the situation and people involved. Social flexibility greatly improves our learners’ so…

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Are You In Fight, Flight Or Flow? Navigating Your Nervous System States 31:49

1M ago31:49

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Send us a text Ever feel like you’re running on adrenaline, constantly on edge? Or maybe you shut down, feeling numb and disconnected? You’re not broken—this is just your nervous system doing what it was designed to do. And the good news? You can learn to work with it instead of feeling stuck in it. In this episode of The Luminous Body Podcast, we’…

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Within Tolerance Episode 248 - Burning Money with Zap 1:56:40

1M ago1:56:40

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Zap joins me this week to discuss recent travels, acquiring Esprit software, and moving the shop. We share stories about challenging customer interactions, machine crashes, and optimizing workflows with ChatGPT. We also explore work-life balance, 3D surfacing in Fusion, and mill-turn machine preferences. Check out Zap's IG @zap.consulting ---------…

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Ep. 3 - Teacher- vs. Student-Centered Learning" with Dr. Marisa Lee Naismith & Dr. Travis Sherwood 45:05

29d ago45:05

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In this episode, David highlights the differences between teacher-centered and student-centered learning—a natural off-shoot of his conversation with special guest Justin Petersen in Episode 2. This week, David speaks with Dr. Marisa Lee Naismith (Queensland Conservatorium, Griffith University) and Dr. Travis Sherwood (San Diego State University). …

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Scarcity Mindset &Personal narrative 43:51

2M ago43:51

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This episode explores the depth of how the scarcity mindset is imposed through environmental and societal factors and then personalized by us . We need to understand that abundance mindset also exists and we have the power to re design the personal narrative as we imagine it to be.

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Teaching Self-Advocacy 11:10

2M ago11:10

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When our learners are faced with an uncomfortable situation or presented with something they don’t want, they don’t always have someone there to advocate for them. Because of this, it’s critical for us to teach them how to advocate for themselves at an early age. Here, we discuss the importance of self-advocacy and how to best teach it to our learn…

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Find Out How Nervous System Regulation Helps You Stay Balanced, Focused, and in Flow 23:18

2M ago23:18

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Send us a text Welcome back to The Luminous Body Podcast! This week, we’re having a real conversation about why we react the way we do—those moments when we feel stuck in stress, overwhelmed, or totally shut down. If you’ve ever wondered why you keep falling into the same patterns, why some things feel so hard to move through, or why certain situat…

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We are Transformational beings 48:05

2M ago48:05

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This episode speaks of transformation that takes place in our lives every day from personal/physical to material to environmental changes. We may not be in Emotional alignment with the changes we encounter. And therefore suffer from depression or self judgment. Let’s find out true alignment with the transformation in our lives and live a wholesome …

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Within Tolerance Episode 247 - Joseph Pizzoferrato of Heidenhain 1:36:10

1M ago1:36:10

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This week, I talk with Joseph Pizzoferrato from Heidenhain about his journey in machining, from Durabar to Heidenhain. We cover his experiences with Mazak training, Mastercam, and delve into Heidenhain controls. Joe shares insights on tool radius errors, macro programming, and new TNC 7 features. He also discusses the importance of collision protec…

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Teaching Tolerance and Communication 14:21

2M ago14:21

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When things don’t go as planned or we experience sudden schedule changes, we become disappointed or frustrated. For children with autism, unexpected disruptions in routine or a person’s actions often lead to them demonstrating challenging behaviors. In order to help our learners become more flexible, we can use these moments to teach tolerance. Her…

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What You Must Know If You Want To Understand the Hidden Influences Driving Your Behavior 21:09

2M ago21:09

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Send us a text Welcome back to another episode! In today’s episode, we talk about the fascinating ways the nervous system catalogs every experience to keep you safe. From your childhood to adulthood, every memory—whether of safety or danger—is stored and used to inform your responses in the present. We explore examples of how sensory information, l…

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Within Tolerance Episode 246 - Crashtastic with Zap 2:38:19

2M ago2:38:19

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Zap joins me this week to kick off the first in-person episode of 2025. We dive into Zap's recent travels and adventures, including a trip to another country, getting a head tattoo, and dealing with various machining and business challenges. We discuss the nuances of tool libraries, the importance of five-axis machining, and the comparative merits …

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18: Happy Birthday QRM! 43:42

2M ago43:42

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The Risk Revolution Crew is back with an exciting celebratory podcast. Join Nuala, Val, and Lori as they reflect on 20 years of QRM with Prof Kevin O’Donnell. This week’s guest needs almost no introduction to our listeners as he was the rapporteur for the ICH Q9(R1) update, chairs the PIC/s expert circle on QRM and is the Market Compliance Manager …

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17: Risk Tolerance & Risk Acceptance 48:58

2M ago48:58

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Welcome to Risk Revolution, a monthly series of Voices in Validation, brought to you by the IVT Network. The goal of this series is to advance the maturity of risk management practices within the industry, by covering topics that challenge quality professionals to seek opportunities to improve and advance how they perceive and manage risk. This wee…

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16: ICH Q9 Revision, Is it enough? 58:13

2M ago58:13

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Welcome to Risk Revolution, a monthly series of the Voices in Validation podcast, brought to you by the IVT Network. The goal of this series is to advance the maturity of risk management practices within the industry, by covering topics that challenge quality professionals to seek opportunities to improve and advance how they perceive and manage ri…

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15: Foundations in Quality Risk Management w/Dr. Tim Sandle 53:35

2M ago53:35

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In this episode, Stacey is joined by series coordinator Nuala Calnan and regular contributor Valerie Mulholland to discuss the book "Foundations in Quality Risk Management" with the author, Dr. Tim Sandle. One of the key topics of discussion is dealing with "Fuzzy Logic", and how to manage situations that appear vague, and how that applies to the P…

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14: Foundations in Quality Risk Management 44:55

2M ago44:55

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This week, Stacey and Nuala sit down with Jayet Moon, author of "Foundations in Quality Risk Management" to review some of the key discussion points from his book and share his views on how risk management “is central to the science of prediction and decision-making;” and how “holistic and scientific risk management creates resilient organizations,…

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13: What's hot in QRM 44:43

2M ago44:43

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This week, Stacey is joined by Nuala Calnan and Valerie Mulholland for an Ask Me Anything session on Quality Risk Management. The goal of this series is to advance the maturity of risk management practices within the industry, by covering topics that challenge quality professionals to seek opportunities to improve and advance how they perceive and …

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12: Disrupting the Paradigm 58:28

2M ago58:28

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This week, Stacey and Nuala invite a regular IVT contributor and industry disruptor Karen Ginsbury to innovate and revolutionize the future of quality management within the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, and med device sectors. Karen will share her views on ICH Q10 and what must happen next. Resources from this episode: One Voice of Quality Web…

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