The Talking APE Podcast

A monthly podcast featuring teachers and voices from the Adapted Physical Education world sharing the latest happenings in our space, hosted by @chrisahrens

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NEW EPISODE - 2026 SHAPE America Southern District ToY, Sharon Gregory joined the show to talk about her remarkable 40 year career! https://t.co/UQ91ooNdsk

[Chris Ahrens, PLY @chrisahrens]

About to go live! Watch here - https://t.co/UtbbbhbqW0

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Congrats to all of these fantastic teachers!

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We are proud to announce our 2026 Adapted Physical Education District Teachers of the Year‼️

Central:
Tyler Hetland - Fargo, ND

Midwest:
Korey Kleinhans - Oshkosh, WI

Southern:
Sharon Gregory - Stanardsville, VA

Western:
Chris Ahrens - San Diego, CA

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Check out our host on another podcast!

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Mark your Calendars for 12/30/25! Newly announced ‘26 @SHAPEAmerica Western District #adaptedpe teacher, @chrisahrens will be joining us as we close up the year for ep 10 of the @heartbeatsofape podcast hosted by 2022 @SHAPEAmerica National APE TOY @JenHeebink . #physed

[Chris Ahrens, PLY @chrisahrens]

Incredibly honored to be the @SHAPEAmerica Western District Adapted PE teacher of the year. Congrats to my fellow honorees. I'm looking forward to connecting and learning from each of you!

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If you want to learn more about Josh's work check out episode 24 of the show!

[Josh Porter @Coach_J_Porter]

Two fabulous peer mentors who do an incredible job supporting their friends 💪
With our crazy schedule, today was their last day this semester—and they went out strong with a student-led workout they created themselves.
Proud of their leadership, creativity, and heart 👏

[Brad @BHunterinBmore]

Just finished this episode in which @chrisahrens interviews @AlBocian it’s a tight interview, covering a lot of ground in a little time.

My #1 Takeaway:
1. Expose all students to games that were designed for those with disabilities, it’s inclusive and the games are engaging!

[Brad @BHunterinBmore]

Great to hear from someone who approaches #AdaptedPE from a different angle like @Coach_J_Porter

His passion for building strength and fitness in all students shines through in this episode.

“PVC pipe” as the #1 item to have for class was not on my bingo card!

[Chris Ahrens, PLY @chrisahrens]

Curious if any teachers out there have used iOS shortcuts to automate parts of their professional life? I recently found one that I tailored to be a note completed by me after class regarding what was taught. Each entry is added to the same note and they're all in one spot

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@DigitTheAPE @Coach_J_Porter 🤜 🤛

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Episode 24 with the fantastic Josh Porter @Coach_J_Porter just dropped on https://t.co/GbgBLTHAKD. Check it out! https://t.co/yerIdMx7ND

[Josh Porter @Coach_J_Porter]

If you are interested in how I teach my APE classes check it out! Thank you Chris for the opportunity!

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Consider giving to Josh! He will be the next episode of the show coming out next week and he tells us about this fantastic program!

[Josh Porter @Coach_J_Porter]

On this #GivingTuesday if you would like to donate to some amazing strength athletes with disabilities please follow the link! https://t.co/hk7Q9HlwM3

[Chris Ahrens, PLY @chrisahrens]

I really enjoyed this episode. I've noticed the last year I've been very reflective on the environments I create. I still believe a Unified, integrated, or inclusive model can be positive but it requires more nuance than we generally give it.

[Alex Bocian @AlBocian]

@TalkingAPEPod Thanks @chrisahrens for inviting me to be a guest. It was my first podcast so I was a little nervous but had a blast chatting #APE w you!

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Check out Episode 23 with the awesome Alex Bocian @AlBocian. This was a really fun conversation! https://t.co/cIIcXbpthe

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Took a minute to get them edited but the @AlBocian episode drops later this week and @Coach_J_Porter will come out early December!

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Excited to announce that we have scheduled Alex Bocian, @AlBocian and Josh Porter, @Coach_J_Porter as upcoming guests on the podcast. Can't wait to share with you all!

[Josh Porter @Coach_J_Porter]

I am excited to talk about what my students Can Do!

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Excited to announce that we have scheduled Alex Bocian, @AlBocian and Josh Porter, @Coach_J_Porter as upcoming guests on the podcast. Can't wait to share with you all!

[Chris Ahrens, PLY @chrisahrens]

Playing around with visuals that can fit in my pocket. How are they feeling on one side and a PE version of a core 40 board that I worked on with an SLP. It is double sided and on terra slate paper which is waterproof and can't be ripped. I think I'll do more visuals this size