Agents of Humanity
The Nicholas Center presents Agents of Humanity, the podcast that features conversations about being human hosted by individuals who just happen to be on the autism spectrum. In the end, we’ll always ask the question, ”how do you make the world a better place and become an agent of humanity?”
Episodes

Wednesday Sep 25, 2024
Wednesday Sep 25, 2024
Dr. Laura Carravallah is a physician specializing in both Internal Medicine and Pediatrics. As a faculty member teaching medical students at Michigan State University - College of Human Medicine, she is passionate about expanding healthcare and medical access for the neurodiverse and Autistic communities. Dr. Carravallah is both neurodivergent herself and mother to a neurodivergent son.
Today's podcast is hosted by our very own agents of humanity: Robert, Tara, Jason, Tomas, and Amanda.
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Agents of Humanity is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios.
Agents of Humanity was originally developed by Dave Thompson and George Andriopoulos.
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https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/agents-of-humanity/id1698271745
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Wednesday Sep 11, 2024
The Importance of Volunteer Work - Joseph Finocchio
Wednesday Sep 11, 2024
Wednesday Sep 11, 2024
Joe has dedicated much of his life to helping others through volunteer work in his community. He has done work with the Coast Guard, airport security and nobly volunteered his time at the World Trade Center after the September 11th attacks. Splitting his time between Queens and Florida, Joseph is also the dad of our very own, coordinator of media arts and co-host, Amanda!
Today's podcast is hosted by our very own agents of humanity: Robert, Tara, Jason, Tomas, and Amanda.
Follow @thenicholascenter on Facebook, @nicholascenter on Instagram, and @nicholas-center on LinkedIn.
Agents of Humanity is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios.
Agents of Humanity was originally developed by Dave Thompson and George Andriopoulos.
Subscribe to Agents of Humanity on Apple Podcasts and get notified of new episodes, every two weeks!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/agents-of-humanity/id1698271745
Or find us on your favorite podcasting platform!

Wednesday Sep 04, 2024
Inspiration from a Rock Star - Tomas Costanza
Wednesday Sep 04, 2024
Wednesday Sep 04, 2024
Tomas Costanza, is a founding member of the band, Diffuser. He is a certified-platinum record producer/songwriter and owner of Killingsworth Recording Company.
He has co-written and produced 12 Billboard #1 albums, composed music for multiple TV shows and licensed over 1,000 song placements for brands including Apple, Ford & Google, and promos for NBC, ABC, CBS, HBO, Showtime, Netflix and more! He wrote the musical score for the Off-Broadway show, "Drag, The Musical," opening in September.
Tomas Co-Founded, "Rock the Spectrum" the 1st annual concert to benefit Long Island's Autism Community. The Nicholas Center is proud to be one of the recipients of this concert.
Rock the Spectrum - https://www.rockthespectrum.show/
Saturday, September 7, 2024
Mulcahy's Pub and Concert Hall
Wantagh, NY 11793
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Today's podcast is hosted by our very own agents of humanity: Robert, Tara, Jason, Tomas, and Amanda.
Follow @thenicholascenter on Facebook, @nicholascenter on Instagram, and @nicholas-center on LinkedIn.
Agents of Humanity is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios.
Agents of Humanity was originally developed by Dave Thompson and George Andriopoulos.
Subscribe to Agents of Humanity on Apple Podcasts and get notified of new episodes, every two weeks!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/agents-of-humanity/id1698271745
Or find us on your favorite podcasting platform!

Thursday Aug 15, 2024
Technological Evolution - Bob Hart
Thursday Aug 15, 2024
Thursday Aug 15, 2024
A Project Manager and tech wizard, Bob Hart currently serves as Business Development Manager at KR1 Consulting- an agency which provides expertise, guidance and recommendations to clients looking for service providers in Cloud, Data and Voice technologies. Bob is a Long Island native and dad to our very own “Agents of Humanity” Audio Engineer and personal tech guru, TJ Hart!
Today's podcast is hosted by our very own agents of humanity: Robert, Tara, Jason, Amanda AND we are excited to welcome a special guest host, Dan who is filling in for Tomas who is on vacation this week! Dan is another TNC participant who loves learning, technology, and making TNC chocolate lab treats. This is his first time on the podcast and he is so excited to join us!
Follow @thenicholascenter on Facebook, @nicholascenter on Instagram, and @nicholas-center on LinkedIn.
Agents of Humanity is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios.
Agents of Humanity was originally developed by Dave Thompson and George Andriopoulos.
Subscribe to Agents of Humanity on Apple Podcasts and get notified of new episodes, every two weeks!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/agents-of-humanity/id1698271745
Or find us on your favorite podcasting platform!

Wednesday Jul 31, 2024
Storytelling: The Power of the Spoken Word - George Andriopoulos
Wednesday Jul 31, 2024
Wednesday Jul 31, 2024
George Andriopoulos is the CEO of Launchpad Five One Six, a management consulting firm that helps organizations and individuals succeed and thrive. Under one of the many umbrellas of this organization, is Launchpad 516 Studios, a podcast production company which we are proud to say produces our very own, “Agents of Humanity”.
As a keynote, motivational, and TEDx speaker, George delivers talks that spark inspiration and change. He is also the Founder and one of the Principals/Co-Leaders, holding the unique title “The Architect,” of SPEAK, a global speaking platform for people with ideas and stories. George is an award-winning leader, a creative disruptor, and a turnaround expert who empowers organizations and individuals to turn their situation around and achieve their potential.
https://launchpad516.com/
https://georgeandriopoulos.com
Watch all of the talks from SPEAK: Neurodiversity on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zm539LmORQY&list=PL03F1gCYOvXXWOQJjKDgl3kK6dnMS0RVm&pp=iAQB
Watch The SPEAK Podcast Live recorded at SPEAK: Neurodiversity here: https://youtu.be/txgcmuOEWBE?si=IrGcx5VR6PUvpyrA
Today's podcast is hosted by our very own agents of humanity: Robert, Tara, Tomas, Jason, and Amanda.
Follow @thenicholascenter on Facebook, @nicholascenter on Instagram, and @nicholas-center on LinkedIn.
Agents of Humanity is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios.
Agents of Humanity was originally developed by Dave Thompson and George Andriopoulos.
Subscribe to Agents of Humanity on Apple Podcasts and get notified of new episodes, every two weeks!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/agents-of-humanity/id1698271745
Or find us on your favorite podcasting platform!

Wednesday Jul 17, 2024
Our One Year Anniversary! - Stella Spanakos & Nicole Ferrara
Wednesday Jul 17, 2024
Wednesday Jul 17, 2024
Agents of Humanity, the podcast of The Nicholas Center, is proud to celebrate the one year anniversary of our first episode! In honor of this milestone, the co-hosts interview TNC co-founders, Stella Spanakos & Nicole Ferrara.
Happy Anniversary to us!
Today's podcast is hosted by our very own agents of humanity: Robert, Tara, Tomas, Jason, and Amanda.
Follow @thenicholascenter on Facebook, @nicholascenter on Instagram, and @nicholas-center on LinkedIn.
Agents of Humanity is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios.
Agents of Humanity was originally developed by Dave Thompson and George Andriopoulos.
Subscribe to Agents of Humanity on Apple Podcasts and get notified of new episodes, every two weeks!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/agents-of-humanity/id1698271745
Or find us on your favorite podcasting platform!

Wednesday Jul 03, 2024
Fitness and Inclusion for all Abilities - Chris Speziali
Wednesday Jul 03, 2024
Wednesday Jul 03, 2024
Chris Speziali is the Founder and Owner of PowerPals - a fitness training organization which serves disabled and neurodiverse individuals.
With degrees in both Physical Education and Special Education, Chris works closely with his clients to help them achieve their individual goals and realize their potential.
https://www.power-pals.com/
Today's podcast is hosted by our very own agents of humanity: Robert, Tara, Tomas, Jason, and Amanda.
Follow @thenicholascenter on Facebook, @nicholascenter on Instagram, and @nicholas-center on LinkedIn.
Agents of Humanity is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios.
Agents of Humanity was originally developed by Dave Thompson and George Andriopoulos.
Subscribe to Agents of Humanity on Apple Podcasts and get notified of new episodes, every two weeks!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/agents-of-humanity/id1698271745
Or find us on your favorite podcasting platform!

Wednesday Jun 19, 2024
Neurodiversity and Film - Chris Holliday
Wednesday Jun 19, 2024
Wednesday Jun 19, 2024
In today's episode, the Agents of Humanity interview Chris Holliday- the Interim Director of Film Programming at the Jacob Burns Film Center in Pleasantville, New York. Chris has an extensive background in the arts both in film and radio. He worked at the BBC as a producer and presenter, hosting a national morning show called 'Chris & Emma at Breakfast', for over 8 years where he interviewed a wide range of guests from politicians to celebrities. Originally from the UK, Chris has also worked as an actor, a theater educator, an events host, and more.
The Nicholas Center is a proud community partner of the Jacob Burns Film Center.
To learn more about the Jacob Burns Film Center: https://burnsfilmcenter.org/about/
Today's podcast is hosted by our very own agents of humanity: Robert, Tara, Tomas, Jason, and Amanda.
Follow @thenicholascenter on Facebook, @nicholascenter on Instagram, and @nicholas-center on LinkedIn.
Agents of Humanity is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios.
Agents of Humanity was originally developed by Dave Thompson and George Andriopoulos.
Subscribe to Agents of Humanity on Apple Podcasts and get notified of new episodes, every two weeks!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/agents-of-humanity/id1698271745
Or find us on your favorite podcasting platform!

Wednesday Jun 05, 2024
Neurodiversity in Acting - Jonathan Cormur
Wednesday Jun 05, 2024
Wednesday Jun 05, 2024
Jonathan is a SAG-AFTRA actor and talented voice over artist, who happens to be Neurodiverse. With over twenty years of experience in the Entertainment Industry, he’s created and voiced characters for theme parks, audiobooks, apps, digital comics, and more. Jonathan is the host of “Dorktales Storytime,” an award winning podcast for kids which includes reimagined fairy tales, inspiring stories of history’s hidden heroes, and imaginary tales of boundless possibilities.
https://jonincharacter.com/dorktales-storytime-podcast/
Today's podcast is hosted by our very own agents of humanity: Robert, Tara, Tomas, Jason, and Amanda.
Follow @thenicholascenter on Facebook, @nicholascenter on Instagram, and @nicholas-center on LinkedIn.
Agents of Humanity is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios.
Agents of Humanity was originally developed by Dave Thompson and George Andriopoulos.
Subscribe to Agents of Humanity on Apple Podcasts and get notified of new episodes, every two weeks!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/agents-of-humanity/id1698271745
Or find us on your favorite podcasting platform!

Thursday May 23, 2024
The Power of Music & Friendship - Alana DeStefano
Thursday May 23, 2024
Thursday May 23, 2024
Today's fun-filled episode features a very special guest - Alana DeStefano of "Bach to Rock" Music School in Port Washington, NY. Alana is music teacher to not only our 4 co-hosts, but all 26 Nicholas Center participants who attend B2R. With an extensive musical background, Alana lends her time and talent to managing each of the 6 bands of The Nicholas Center along with a roster of private students.
Our co-hosts are proud to call Alana a teacher, collaborator, and friend.
Today's podcast is hosted by our very own agents of humanity: Robert, Tara, Tomas, Jason, and Amanda.
Follow @thenicholascenter on Facebook, @nicholascenter on Instagram, and @nicholas-center on LinkedIn.
Agents of Humanity is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios.
Agents of Humanity was originally developed by Dave Thompson and George Andriopoulos.
Subscribe to Agents of Humanity on Apple Podcasts and get notified of new episodes, every two weeks!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/agents-of-humanity/id1698271745
Or find us on your favorite podcasting platform!