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The DirectLine is Lighthouse Cove’s weekly podcast, and hosted by the voices behind the work. Each episode brings you closer to the real stories shaping the I/DD field, featuring DSPs, leaders, students, partners, and advocates. Through honest conversations and powerful storytelling, the DirectLine highlights the impact of our programs, the people driving change, and the relationships that move our mission forward. Whether you’re in the field or connected to the work, this is your inside look at the stories that matter most.
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Signup to Generate a PitchThe DirectLine is Lighthouse Cove’s weekly podcast, and hosted by the voices behind the work. Each episode brings you closer to the real stories shaping the I/DD field, featuring DSPs, leaders, students, partners, and advocates.
The DirectLine is hosted by Lighthouse Cove. The show has published 166 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "From DSP-U Graduate to DSP: Mani’s Journey at Open Door" (28 October 2026, 5 minutes), "More Than What We Give: The Lasting Impact of a Career in I/DD" (22 October 2026, 52 minutes), and "From Learning to Making a Difference: DSPU Students Share Their Experiences" (14 October 2026, 4 minutes).
The DirectLine publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 26 minutes across 166 episodes.
Booking probability for The DirectLine is 35%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The DirectLine requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The DirectLine's contact route on record: verified email.
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Lighthouse Cove hosts The DirectLine, a business podcast with 166 episodes published.
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Episode #25
What does it mean to make a difference as a Direct Support Professional (DSP)? In this episode of DirectLine, Kevin Metz from Lighthouse Cove sits down with Mani Anderson, a DSP at Open Door Columbus and a graduate of...
Episode #24
On this episode of DirectLine, a Lighthouse Cove podcast , Becky Watson sits down with Jason Umstot, Chief Operating Officer of CRSI, to reflect on his nearly 30 years in the intellectual and developmental disabilities...
Episode #23
In this episode of Lighthouse Cove’s Direct Line Podcast, Kevin sits down with two students from Pickaway-Ross Career & Technology Center participating in the DSP-U program. They share what inspired them to join the...
Episode #22
In this episode of DirectLine , Becky Watson sits down with Lighthouse Cove Director of Education Kevin Metz to reflect on his incredible 44-year journey in the I/DD field. Kevin shares how he first entered the...
Episode #21
As we continue to reflect on how the recognition and support of Direct Support Professionals has evolved, we find ourselves reflecting on our own journey from OADSP to Lighthouse Cove. For some of you, this episode may...
Episode #20
What happens when high school students get the opportunity to explore a career while gaining real-world experience before they even graduate? In this episode of the DirectLine Podcast, Destiny sits down with Autumn...
Episode #19
In this episode of the Lighthouse Cove Podcast: Direct Line, Katrina sits down with Jennifer Gatto, Employee Engagement Manager at Echoing Hills, to talk about the power of workplace culture, meaningful connection, and...
Episode #18
In this episode of Lighthouse Cove’s DirectLine Podcast, Kevin Metz, Director of Education, sits down with Emily Merring from ViaQuest to talk about leadership, teamwork, and an unforgettable day on the Mohican River...
Episode #17
In this episode of the Lighthouse Cove Podcast: DirectLine, Katrina Sacay sits down with Deedra Olney, CEO of Life Builders, to talk about her remarkable journey in the I/DD field from her early days working alongside...
Episode #16
In this episode of the Lighthouse Cove Podcast - DirectLine , Destiny Campbell DSP-U Program Coordinator sits down with Sean Moore of Open Door Columbus to explore how creativity, personal interests, and meaningful...
Episode #15
In Episode 3 of The DirectLine | Financial Fitness Series, Lighthouse Cove and First Financial Bank sit down with Suzanna Humbert, Work-Life Specialist with First Financial Bank, to talk about understanding and managing...
Episode #14
Beckey speaks with Mellissa Chesney-Booth, Independent Provider, on her involvement with Lighthouse Cove
Episode #13
In this episode of the DirectLine Podcast, host Kevin Metz welcomes Lighthouse Cove's newest team member, Brooklyn Toledo. Fresh out of college with a degree in Organizational Leadership, Brooklyn shares her journey...
Episode #12
In this episode of the DirectLine, Katrina Sacay sits down with Randy Davis, Program Administrator at CRSI and longtime Lighthouse Cove supporter, to explore his inspiring career journey from working in pediatric...
Episode #10
Join us for a special edition of the DirectLine Podcast as our executive director, Bethany Toledo-McCray is featured on Episode 92 of the NickSpeaks Podcast where they talk about Advocating for Change: DSPs, Disability...
Episode #10
In this episode of DirectLine, Lighthouse Cove welcomes Christopher, the new DSP-U teacher of record at Cliff Park High School in Clark County, as the school prepares to launch its first DSP-U program. Christopher...
Episode #8
In this episode of the DirectLine, host Kevin Metz from Lighthouse Cove sits down with Katrina Kohout, Provider Support Coordinator at Portage County Board of Developmental Disabilities, to discuss Growing Together an...
Episode #8
In this episode of DirectLine by Lighthouse Cove , Katrina Sacay sits down with Ethan McPeak small business owner, longtime Lighthouse Cove board member, volunteer, and Booster, to talk about the personal experiences...
Episode #7
In this second episode of The DirectLine financial fitness series from Lighthouse Cove, we dive into one of the most important pieces of your financial life, your credit score. Joined by Suzanna Humbert from First...
Episode #6
What happens when organizations intentionally invest in their people? In this episode of The Direct Line, host Becky Watson sits down with Amy Schneider, Executive Director of Wynn-Reeth to discuss the power of...
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Vice President of Operations, Music For Wellness
Messianic Jewish rabbi, Lake of the Woods District Hospital
Pastor of Zion Word Church USA and Founder/Overseer of Zion Word Ministries International USA, Zion Word Ministries International USA
Executive Director, Columbia Convention and Visitors Bureau
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