January 21, 2026

Undivided Voices Podcast Season 2, Episode 1: The 5 Most Important Things to Remember When Advocating in an IEP

Once you’ve done all your IEP prep work, how do you make sure the IEP meeting itself goes smoothly and covers all your concerns? Kick off season 2 of our podcast with Undivided Non-Attorney Education Advocate Lisa Carey, who shares all her tips and advice for parents. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or anywhere you get your podcasts!

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