Dr. John Bullion

John Bullion, EdD ’20, launched the podcast SPEDTalkk when he was Special Education Liaison at the Education Service Center Region 12. In 2022 he became superintendent of Morgan ISD but is continuing the podcast with his colleague Pam Humphrey.

SPEDTalk has been recognized twice with a statewide award. The Barbara Jordan Media Award recognizes the respectful, accurate portrayal of people with disabilities by media professionals and students and is voted on by The Governor’s Committee on People with Disabilities. The panel of judges includes media professionals and people with disabilities.

SPEDTalk received the 2021 Barbara Jordan Media Award for podcasts for an episode titled, “Don’t be afraid to be Included!” and the 2022 award for an episode titled "Loving Students Doesn't Lower Expectations."

Watch the video to learn more about the podcast, along with Bullion's career in special education and his experience in the EdD in K12 Educational Leadership.