The Olympia Insider video podcast is a concise preview and review of what’s happening with developmental disability advocacy in Washington’s capitol city. During this year’s state legislative session (January 14 – March 14, 2008), we’ll be posting a new episode about once a week. Check back to watch online using either Quicktime or the Flash Player that comes loaded in your Internet browser. You can also subscribe to The Olympia Insider video podcast through any of the media subscriber services listed on the right. Advocates who want to stay in the know on the go can watch the Olympia Insider on their iPods or other handheld video devices.

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The Olympia Insider video podcast is made possible with funding from The Arc of Washington State and the Washington State Developmental Disabilities Council.

Episode 8: Thank You!!!

Posted March 9 2008

Take a bow for helping to make the 2008 session so successful, and look back at a few of the finer Olympia Insider moments.

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Episode 7: Budget Budget Budget!

Posted February 26 2008

Ed Holen and Sue Elliott give us the big picture of this year’s supplemental budget.

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Episode 6: Lifelong Learning

Posted February 15 2008

Advocates are asking the legislature to consider services that will help their family members live meaningful, independent lives.

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Episode 5: Early Intervention Services

Posted February 10 2008

Long-time advocates head to Olympia to secure equitable funding for early intervention services.

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Episode 4: Disability History…in the Making!

Posted February 3 2008

Self Advocates bring the history of the disability rights movement into Washington State classrooms. Come to Advocacy Day this Wednesday and be a part of history in the making!

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Episode 3: Intensive Behavior Supports

Posted January 28 2008

Families in crisis need support in order to stay together through tough times. Olympia Insiders Ed Holen and Sue Elliott talk to legislators and advocates about the bills that will help.

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Episode 2: Get Ready, Get Set…

Posted January 18 2008

Get ready, get set, go…to Advocacy Day! Find out more about where to be and what to do in order to make a difference this legislative session. Sue Elliott and Ed Holen give you the Olympia Insider perspective on how your good ideas can become laws.

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Episode 1: You’re Invited!

Posted January 14 2008

Olympia Insiders Sue Elliott and Ed Holen invite you to come to Advocacy Day and tell your story to lawmakers during the 2008 legislative session.

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