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Daniel Hood Autobiography

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Hello!☺ My name is Daniel Hood; my focus is on policy and political news directly affecting the disability community, including housing, job placement, hobbies, talents, and dreams, and telling their stories. I also conduct interviews, editing, recording, and audio production, and I have an online radio station in development and up and running.  I enjoy spending time with my lovely wife, Leah, and my family, going to parks, swimming, hiking, computers, and doing and trying new things. I grew up in Forest Lake, Minnesota, with my brother Jason, my sister Beth, and my parents Bob and Patrice Hood.  I attended special education classes and Special Olympics, lived in a couple of group homes, and Adult foster care. I graduated from Forest Lake and received my diploma through the North East Metro 916 Transition Program 1998. I received my Certificate from the Recording Radio Film Connection & CASA Schools on October 4th, 2022, for radio broadcasting.  Seeking a mentor, hands-on training
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The U.S. House of Representatives what is a Representative?

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The U.S. House of Representatives  We, the People of the United States… The U.S. House of Representatives makes and passes federal laws per the Constitution. The House is one of Congress's two chambers (the other is the U.S. Senate) and part of the federal government's legislative branch. The number of voting representatives in the House is fixed by law at no more than 435, proportionally representing the population of the 50 states. What is a Representative? Also referred to as a congressman or congresswoman, each representative is elected to serve the people of a specific congressional district for a two-year term. Representatives introduce bills and resolutions, offer amendments, and act on committees. The number of representatives with full voting rights is 435, set by Public Law 62-5 on August 8, 1911, and in effect since 1913. The number of representatives per state is proportionate to the population. Article 1, Section 2 of the Constitution  provides the mi
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Meet Dan & Leah

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Please watch this video from The  Arc of Minnesota.     Arc of Minnesota. The Arc Minnesota is committed to a future where people with intellectual and developmental disabilities are seen for who they are - capable, tenacious, caring, loving, and resilient. Self-Advocates work together to make a difference in their communities and improve lives. People with disabilities want to show their strengths and persevere through tough times. Leah & Dan Hood met at a self-advocacy conference and were immediately drawn to one another. They have been married for 2 years and live on the east side of St. Paul with their leopard gecko, Spotty. For Leah & Dan, independence is critical, but it's not without challenges. Together, they explore their dreams and let their true selves shine through. "I want to be treated like everybody else - with dignity," Dan says. "So, I will be able to show my true self." Interested in finding out more about Arc Minnesota? Please go. http
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The Crag Larson Jr. Interview

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Craig is the program director at Gow Media in Houston, Texas, and has worked in major market radio for decades, including stints in Chicago & Los Angeles. Craig is an avid Dallas Cowboys, Los Angeles Clippers & Depaul Blue Demons fan. He’s married to his wife of 20 + years with two children and their dog Milo. If you are interested in finding out more about HoodWave or contributing and supporting us, goto www.hoodwave.org.
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