Vital Voices Podcast

Episode 58 - Parenting on the Spectrum ft. Marcua and Paula Maria Bosland

In this heartfelt episode of Vital Voices, host Alexis Burrows sits down with husband and wife Marcus Bosland and Paula Maria Hospedales-Bosland for a gentle and honest conversation on parenting a child on the autism spectrum. Together, they share their family’s journey, recognizing early signs, navigating diagnosis, supporting their 17-year-old child in a special needs school, and balancing the needs of their 21-year-old child now in college. They also reflect on marriage, advocacy, sibling relationships, community support, and the lessons autism has taught them about patience, resilience, and love. Parenting on the Spectrum: One Family’s Story of Love and Resilience offers encouragement for parents and caregivers, insight for educators and communities, and a reminder that every family’s journey deserves compassion, understanding, and support. Listen for a moving conversation about autism, parenthood, family life, and the power of love through every season. #VitalVoices #AutismAwareness #AutismAcceptance #ParentingOnTheSpectrum #SpecialNeedsParenting #FamilyResilience #AutismParenting #Parenthood #InclusiveCommunities #BahamasPodcast

Episode 57 - Different Minds, One Community ft. Greer Bain

In this episode of Vital Voices, Alexis Burrows speaks with Greer Bain, Board Member of REACH Bahamas, about autism awareness, inclusion, and the work being done to support families in The Bahamas. Guided by the theme “Different Minds, One Community,” this conversation explores the mission of REACH, the challenges many families face, and why understanding, advocacy, and community support matter so much. It’s a thoughtful discussion on moving beyond awareness toward real inclusion and building a society where autistic individuals and their families feel seen, valued, and supported. #VitalVoices #REACHBahamas #AutismAwareness #AutismAcceptance #Neurodiversity #InclusionMatters #BahamasPodcast #AlexisBurrows #DifferentMindsOneCommunity

Episode 56 - Girls in ICT Day 2026 ft. Tamandra Cooper & Sophia Walker

In this episode of Vital Voices, host Alexis Burrows is joined by Sophia Walker, Girls in ICT Day Committee Member, and Tamandra Cooper, Girls in ICT Day Committee Lead at URCA, for a conversation on Girls in ICT Day 2026 and why it continues to matter. They discuss the global origins of Girls in ICT Day, why URCA remains committed to hosting the event year after year, and how the initiative helps introduce more girls to the possibilities within technology, innovation, and digital careers. The episode also explores what students can expect from this year’s event, including speakers, topics, activities, registration, and the role of sponsors and partners in making it all possible. This episode highlights the importance of representation, access, and opportunity for girls in technology, and why creating spaces like this can help shape a more inclusive digital future in The Bahamas and beyond. #VitalVoices #GirlsInICTDay #GirlsInICTDay2026 #GirlsInICT #URCA #Bahamas #WomenInTech #GirlsInTech #ICT #STEM #AIForDevelopment #DigitalFuture #YouthEmpowerment #TechEducation #Innovation #DigitalInclusion

Episode 55 - Beyond Words ft. Dr. Danielle Moss

What does real progress look like for a child with autism? Is it just about speaking more words, or is it about connection, expression, understanding, and being seen? In this episode of Vital Voices, host Alexis Burrows sits down with Dr. Danielle Moss, Speech Language Pathologist at Keystone Therapy Services, for an important conversation on autism, communication, speech and language delays, and early intervention. Together, they explore why communication is about so much more than spoken words, how autism can affect the way children connect and express themselves, and what parents and caregivers should know when they begin to notice developmental concerns. This episode also tackles a question many families quietly wrestle with: Is this just a speech delay, or is it time to seek help? Dr. Moss breaks down the difference between speech, language, and communication, shares signs parents should pay attention to, and explains when it may be appropriate to see a Speech Language Pathologist. If you are a parent, caregiver, teacher, or simply someone who wants to better understand autism awareness and the many ways children communicate, this conversation offers clarity, compassion, and practical insight. Above all, it challenges us to rethink how we define progress and reminds us that every child deserves to be understood, supported, and given the tools to thrive. In this episode, we discuss: autism spectrum disorder, autism awareness, speech delay, language delay, communication milestones, early intervention, speech therapy, child development, parenting support, and what meaningful progress really looks like. #VitalVoices #AutismAwareness #Autism #SpeechTherapy #SpeechLanguagePathologist #CommunicationDevelopment #EarlyIntervention #ChildDevelopment #ParentingSupport #SpeechDelay #LanguageDelay #Neurodiversity

Episode 54 - Eating to Heal ft. Dr. Paige Burrows

Can food really help the body heal? In this episode of Vital Voices, Dr. Paige Burrows, Lifestyle Medicine Educator and Coach and Founder of WellSpring Lifestyle Group, unpacks the powerful connection between nutrition, inflammation, gut health, blood sugar balance, and whole-person healing. In Eating to Heal, Dr. Burrows explores what it means to use food as medicine and why healing is about more than calories or weight loss. This conversation looks at the difference between whole foods and ultra-processed foods, the role of the gut microbiome, the impact of chronic inflammation, and how a body, soul, and spirit approach can transform the way we think about health. Whether you are dealing with high blood pressure, diabetes, long COVID, digestive issues, chronic inflammation, or simply want to build a healthier lifestyle, this episode offers practical and hopeful guidance on how to start making food choices that support recovery and long-term wellness. In this episode, you’ll learn: - What “eating to heal” really means - How processed foods can work against healing - Why gut health and blood sugar stability matter - How to build a plate that supports whole-person health - How lifestyle medicine and faith can work together on a healing journey If you’ve ever wondered whether your daily habits could be making you sick — or helping you get well — this episode is for you. Watch, like, share, and subscribe for more of the nation’s most vital conversations. #EatingToHeal #FoodAsMedicine #LifestyleMedicine #VitalVoices #DrPaigeBurrows #WholePersonHealth #GutHealth #AntiInflammatoryDiet #HealingJourney #Wellness #ChronicIllness #LongCovidRecovery #PlantBasedLiving #FaithAndHealth #HealthyEating