Press & Media
Your Mission Forward Interview
Aired Friday, September 19, 2025 on Spotify
Episode 1: Leading Through Adversity
In our very first episode of the Your Mission Forward Podcast, we sit down with Lauren—an author, VP of Operations, and a woman leading with extraordinary courage while navigating Stage 4 cancer. Her story is one of strength, resilience, and purpose in the midst of profound adversity. Lauren opens up about what leadership looks like when life gets hard, how she continues to show up for her team and her family, and the mindset shifts that have carried her through the most challenging season of her life. This conversation is raw, inspiring, and deeply grounded in perspective. If you’ve ever faced a season that tested your resolve, questioned your capacity, or pushed you to lead from a place of vulnerability, Lauren’s journey will speak to you in a powerful way. Her wisdom reminds us that even in the hardest moments, purpose is still alive—and leadership still matters.
Stress-Free IEP Podcast Interview
Livestreamed on October 14, 2025. Click here to watch the full interview or listen on any of the following platforms:
Join us for a heartfelt conversation with Lauren Gilbert, author of Ella and Her Neurosparkly Brain. Lauren shares how her background in education and leadership shaped her debut picture book celebrating neurodiversity. Inspired by her autistic and ADHD daughter, she offers insight into parenting, advocacy, and embracing every child’s unique sparkle. We’ll also talk about how Lauren completed the book while undergoing stage 4 colon cancer treatment—and the powerful message of resilience that carries. This episode will inspire families, educators, and communities to see the beauty in every brain.
Raising Kids & Raising Glasses Podcast Interview
Aired Friday, September 19, 2025 on Spotify
Episode 28: Neurosparkles & Story Magic
Join Lauren and she sits down with Ashley and Suzette from Raising Kids & Raising Glasses to chat about her new book Ella and Her Neurosparkly Brain - the story behind it, neurodiversity, school involvement/support, and other fun details!