Team Coca-Cola is Championing Everyday Greatness Moments beyond gold medals. Pam Rappaport, Vice President of 160/90 agency sits down on this Special Chronicles Podcast 2 Episode Event with Award-winning Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski for a behind-the-scenes conversation about creating this roster of talented and diverse athletes from around the world. We chat about highlights from the Barcelona Photoshoot with dinner and many shooting locations, Unveiling the power of the Coca-Cola Company Partnership in the Olympic Movement, Unlocking the Power of Inclusion: A Necessity for Cultural Marketing, Unleashing the Power of Storytelling, and how you can Follow Team Coca-Cola on Social with #CelebrateEverydayGreatness. Episode 588 ShowNotes & Links: 🎧 Follow wherever you get your podcasts  📺Watch full video hereRead more about Team Coca-ColaFollow on Social: #CelebrateEverydayGreatness #Powerade @CocaCola @TheCocaColaCo😊Support Special Chronicles ➕Access our Premium Bonus Content and support the podcast 🛒Shop Our Merch Store📱Follow us on Socials: @SpecialChronicles📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel on Socials: @podmandan📧Email Feedback 💡ComEd ✈️United Airlines📻Podbean 📡 StreamYard🥇Sign the Inclusion Pledge Now!Podcast Theme Music: “It Starts With A Voice” written by Amy Wright and performed by Ben Wright, co-founders of Bitty and Beau’s Coffee. Used with permission.Sponsor Break Background Music:Puzzle by Roa Used with permission: Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream | Music promoted by Audio Library     About the Podcast Host: Daniel Smrokowski is a well-known columnist and the founder and host of the award-winning podcast, Special Chronicles, which has released over 750 episodes over the last 15 years. In recognition of these many accomplishments, Daniel is a recipient of the Matthew Freeman Award for Social Justice for his efforts through media to give people with disabilities a voice.  Read more about Daniel HERE.

On this rebroadcast episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast: Disability Belongs formally known as respect ability Senior Vice President Entertainment and News Media Lauren Appelbaum sits down with Award-winning Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski for a conversation about how this nonprofit organization is fighting stigmas and advancing opportunities for people with disabilities. Tune in as we chat about the mission of RespectAbility, The RespectAbility Report, Inclusion in Hollywood, How Pixar Connects with Disability Community, Working with Emmy-winning DocuSeries Born This Way, Toolkit of resources for disability community, and much more! This episode originally aired January 14, 2018 --- Listen full episode here. Episode 587 ShowNotes & Links: 🎧 Follow wherever you get your podcasts 📺Watch full video hereLearn more about Respect AbilityThe Respect Ability Report: Nonpartisan U.S.Election commentary focus on disability issues Respect Ability's Disability Resources 🎧Special Chronicles Podcast's Born This Way Series Conversations with Creator and Cast 😊Support Special Chronicles ➕Access our Premium Bonus Content and support the podcast 🛒Shop Our Merch Store📱Follow us on Socials: @SpecialChronicles📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel on Socials: @podmandan📧Email Feedback 💡ComEd ✈️United Airlines📻Podbean 📡 StreamYard🥇Sign the Inclusion Pledge Now! Podcast Theme Music: “It Starts With A Voice” written by Amy Wright and performed by Ben Wright, co-founders of Bitty and Beau’s Coffee. Used with permission.Sponsor Break Background Music:Puzzle by Roa Used with permission: Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream | Music promoted by Audio Library About the Podcast Host: Daniel Smrokowski is a well-known columnist and the founder and host of the award-winning podcast, Special Chronicles, which has released over 750 episodes over the last 15 years. In recognition of these many accomplishments, Daniel is a recipient of the Matthew Freeman Award for Social Justice for his efforts through media to give people with disabilities a voice.  Read more about Daniel HERE

Listen back on a 2015 episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast where Award-winning Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski broadcasts live from Chicago’s Disability Pride Parade. He’ll discuss the unforgettable moments of smiles and inspiration from the disability community, chat with the Disability Services Office at Roosevelt University, interviews the Executive Director of ADA25Chicago, and bring you on stage to hear firsthand from Senator Tom Harkin of Iowa who was there during the signing of the ADA! This episode originally aired July 19, 2015  Episode 586 ShowNotes & Links: 🎧 Follow wherever you get your podcasts 📺Watch full video here📰Read Special Voices Column "Pride on Parade" 🚶Learn more about Chicago's Disability Pride Parade😊Support Special Chronicles ➕Access our Premium Bonus Content and support the podcast 🛒Shop Our Merch Store📱Follow us on Socials: @SpecialChronicles📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel on Socials: @podmandan📧Email Feedback 💡ComEd ✈️United Airlines📻Podbean 📡 StreamYard🥇Sign the Inclusion Pledge Now!Podcast Theme Music: “It Starts With A Voice” written by Amy Wright and performed by Ben Wright, co-founders of Bitty and Beau’s Coffee. Used with permission.Sponsor Break Background Music:Puzzle by Roa Used with permission: Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream | Music promoted by Audio Library About the Podcast Host: Daniel Smrokowski is a well-known columnist and the founder and host of the award-winning podcast, Special Chronicles, which has released over 750 episodes over the last 15 years. In recognition of these many accomplishments, Daniel is a recipient of the Matthew Freeman Award for Social Justice for his efforts through media to give people with disabilities a voice.  Read more about Daniel HERE

On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast: Canadian Sport Climber Sean McColl is looking to make his second appearance at the Olympic Games as he sits down with Award-winning Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski for a conversation about how Team Coca-Cola Celebrates Everyday Greatness, Highlights from our Barcelona Photo Shoot, and how the Real Magic of The Coca-Cola Company connects many talented diverse athletes globally! Episode 585 ShowNotes & Links: New Episodes Every Monday: Follow wherever you get your podcasts Watch Full Video Episode: YouTubeFollow Sean McColl on Instagram: @mccollseanLearn more about about Team Coca-Cola: Read Official Press Release Support Podcast: Give Now Go to SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS for Special Chronicles PLUS to Access Our Premium Bonus Content, Behind The Scenes Footage, and to help support the podcast!Merch: Shop Socials: @SpecialChronicles| @podmandanContact: Email  Partners: ComEd | UnitedServices: Podbean | StreamYardPledge: #InclusionRevolution Podcast Theme Music: “It Starts With A Voice” written by Amy Wright and performed by Ben Wright, co-founders of Bitty and Beau’s Coffee. Used with permission.Sponsor Break Background Music:Puzzle by Roa Used with permission: Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream | Music promoted by Audio Library About Podcast Host: Daniel Smrokowski is a well-known columnist and the founder and host of the award-winning podcast, Special Chronicles, which has released over 750 episodes over the last 15 years. In recognition of these many accomplishments, Daniel is a recipient of the Matthew Freeman Award for Social Justice for his efforts through media to give people with disabilities a voice.  Read more about Daniel HERE

On this Podcast TakeOver episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast: our friend Lauren Miller turns the microphone around on our very own Award-winning Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski as we talk about: the Power of Inclusive Health and Fitness, Embracing the Role of a Health Messenger, and how Special Olympics Transformed Lives to empower advocacy among Certified Health Messengers! Episode 584 ShowNotes & Links: 🎧New Episodes Every Monday: Follow wherever you get your podcasts 📺Watch Full Video Episode: YouTube Follow Lauren's Blog: Exceptionalities Inclusive Health Series: Follow Podcast and Access Resources Support Podcast: Give Now Go to SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS for Special Chronicles PLUS to Access Our Premium Bonus Content, Behind The Scenes Footage, and to help support the show!Merch: Shop Socials: @SpecialChronicles| @podmandanContact: Email  Partners: ComEd | UnitedServices: Podbean | StreamYardPledge: #InclusionRevolution Podcast Theme Music: “It Starts With A Voice” written by Amy Wright and performed by Ben Wright, co-founders of Bitty and Beau’s Coffee. Used with permission.Sponsor Break Background Music:Puzzle by Roa Used with permission: Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream | Music promoted by Audio Library About Podcast Host: Daniel Smrokowski is a well-known columnist and the founder and host of the award-winning podcast, Special Chronicles, which has released over 750 episodes over the last 15 years. In recognition of these many accomplishments, Daniel is a recipient of the Matthew Freeman Award for Social Justice for his efforts through media to give people with disabilities a voice.  Read more about Daniel HERE

On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast: We rebroadcast a Special Father's Day Conversation with Adam Smrokowski, father of our very own Award-winning Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski. We talk about raising a son with special needs, early challenges of being a special needs dad, impact of the Special Chronicles platform, changing lives in Special Olympics movement, and much more! This episode originally aired on June 18, 2017 -- Listen to the full episode here. Episode 583 ShowNotes & Links: New Episodes Every Monday: Follow wherever you get your podcasts  Podcasts with Adam: Listen Here Support: Give Go to SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS for Special Chronicles PLUS to Access Our Premium Bonus Content, Behind The Scenes Footage, and to help support the show!Merch: ShopSocials: @SpecialChronicles| @podmandanContact: Email Partners: ComEd | UnitedServices: Podbean | StreamYardPledge: #InclusionRevolutionPodcast Theme Music: “It Starts With A Voice” written by Amy Wright and performed by Ben Wright, co-founders of Bitty and Beau’s Coffee. Used with permission.Sponsor Break Background Music:Puzzle by Roa Used with permission: Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream | Music promoted by Audio Library

On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast: We rebroadcast a Special Chronicles Original Audio Documentary: Soundseeing #SOILLSummerGames. Tune in for a firsthand Behind The Scenes glimpse of our very own Award-winning Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski competing at the largest Special Olympics sporting event in Illinois. This episode originally aired on June 14, 2018 -- Listen to the full episode here. Episode 582 ShowNotes & Links: New episodes drop weekly so be sure you tap Follow wherever you get podcasts to be notified every Monday!Learn more about Special Olympics Illinois Summer Games Support: Give Go to SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS for Special Chronicles PLUS Behind The Scenes Podcast, Bonus Content and to help support the show!Merch: Shop Socials: @SpecialChronicles| @podmandanContact: Email  Partners: ComEd | UnitedServices: Podbean | StreamYardPledge: #InclusionRevolution Podcast Theme Music: “It Starts With A Voice” written by Amy Wright and performed by Ben Wright, co-founders of Bitty and Beau’s Coffee. Used with permission.Sponsor Break Background Music:Puzzle by Roa Used with permission: Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream | Music promoted by Audio Library

On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast: We rebroadcast an excerpt of our conversation with Jorge Hernandez-Perez talking about how his identities of immigrating from Cuba, diagnosed with ADHD, and identifying as gay have shaped him as a human in society. Jorge is currently a student at Columbia University, Class of 2025 and was the 2021 Southeast Youth of the Year with the Boys and Girls Club of America. This episode originally aired on May 15, 2023 -- Listen to the full episode here. Episode 581 ShowNotes & Links: Watch Full Video HereNew episodes drop weekly so be sure you tap Follow wherever you get podcasts to be notified every Monday!Follow Jorge Hernandez on Instagram: @jorgefhernandezz Learn more about the Boys and Girls Club of America HEREWatch recap video on LinkedIn of Coca-Cola Company 2022 Community Engagement Summit in which Jorge and Daniel both were speakers on a panel in Atlanta, GA. Support: Give Go to SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS for Special Chronicles PLUS Behind The Scenes Podcast, Bonus Content and to help support the show!Merch: ShopSocials: @SpecialChronicles| @podmandanContact: Email Partners: ComEd | UnitedServices: Podbean | StreamYardPledge: #InclusionRevolutionPodcast Theme Music: “It Starts With A Voice” written by Amy Wright and performed by Ben Wright, co-founders of Bitty and Beau’s Coffee. Used with permission.Sponsor Break Background Music:Puzzle by Roa Used with permission: Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream | Music promoted by Audio Library

On this special solo episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast’s  Unified at Work Series S5:Pt6: ORD Service Ambassador and Award-winning Podcaster Daniel Smrokowski recaps the 2024 SOSA Summit, where last week United Airlines' 18 Service Ambassadors (SOSAs) traveled to ORD for a day of networking and professional development. United’s Airport Operations SVP kicks off the summit, followed with a safety briefing, a Fireside Chat with DEN HUB VP and Special Olympics Illinois President and CEO, and we wear from Service Ambassadors and Supervisors on the impact of how SOSAs are bringing bringing smiles to the Airport Operations Teams at United Hubs. Episode 580 ShowNotes & Links: New episodes drop weekly so be sure you tap Follow wherever you get podcasts to be notified every Monday! Watch Full Video Episode Here Tune in to this Playlist and hear a collection of conversations with United’s SOSAs from Chicago, Denver and Houston.  (IAD SOSA’s Coming Soon) Follow and Listen to our Unified at Work Series and hear more conversations about the meaning of inclusive employment. Check out United Airlines’ Social Story to help you prepare for travel Book your travel today on United.com or on the award-winning United mobile app. Learn more about United’s commitment to disability inclusion for employment and travel HERE Support: Give Go to SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS for Special Chronicles PLUS Behind The Scenes Podcast, Bonus Content and to help support the show!Merch: Shop Socials: @SpecialChronicles| @podmandanContact: Email  Partners: ComEd | UnitedServices: Podbean | StreamYardPledge: #InclusionRevolution Podcast Theme Music: “It Starts With A Voice” written by Amy Wright and performed by Ben Wright, co-founders of Bitty and Beau’s Coffee. Used with permission.Sponsor Break Background Music:Puzzle by Roa Used with permission: Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream | Music promoted by Audio Library

On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast’s EnergyForce Series S7:Pt4: Kara Schwer, Sr Marketing Specialist and Danielle Munroe Sr Program Manager for Energy Efficiency Retail Program sit down with Award-winning Podcaster Daniel Smrokowski to talk about Energy Efficiency Retail Program, Energy-Efficient Savings, Engaged with Energy Efficiency, and a catalog of resources! 🎧 Listen Now | 📺Watch Now | New episodes drop weekly so be sure you tap Follow wherever you get podcasts to be notified every Monday! Episode 578 ShowNotes & Links: Visit ComEd.com/Appliance for participating retails; select "Instant Discount" below product.ComEd.com/RetailEventsComed.EfficientChoice.com Support: Give Go to SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS for Special Chronicles PLUS Behind The Scenes Podcast, Bonus Content and to help support the show!Merch: ShopSocials: @SpecialChronicles| @podmandanContact: Email Partners: ComEd | UnitedServices: Podbean | StreamYardPledge: #InclusionRevolutionPodcast Theme Music: “It Starts With A Voice” written by Amy Wright and performed by Ben Wright, co-founders of Bitty and Beau’s Coffee. Used with permission.Sponsor Break Background Music:Puzzle by Roa Used with permission: Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream | Music promoted by Audio Library

On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast: Newly Certified Special Olympics Health Messengers Daniel Smrokowski and Lauren Miller reflect on their Goals, Lessons Learned Becoming New Health Messengers, and what Inclusive Health means to them. Grab your water bottle and tune in to this motivational episode that recaps the new Special Olympics Illinois Becoming a Health Messenger Workshop. Listen in 🎧 | Watch Here | New episodes drop weekly so be sure you tap Follow wherever you get podcasts to be notified every Monday! Episode 578 ShowNotes & Links: Follow Special Chronicles Podcast’s Inclusive Health Series and ResourcesSpecial Olympics’ Fit5 Guide Special Olympics’ My Health Support: GiveGo to SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS for Special Chronicles PLUS Behind The Scenes Podcast, Bonus Content and to help support the show!Merch: ShopSocials: @SpecialChronicles| @podmandanContact: Email Partners: ComEd | UnitedServices: Podbean | StreamYardPledge: #InclusionRevolution Podcast Theme Music: “It Starts With A Voice” written by Amy Wright and performed by Ben Wright, co-founders of Bitty and Beau’s Coffee. Used with permission.Sponsor Break Background Music:Puzzle by Roa Used with permission: Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream | Music promoted by Audio Library

On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast: Newly Certified Special Olympics Health Messengers Daniel Smrokowski and Lauren Miller recap the new Special Olympics Illinois Becoming a Health Messenger Workshop, Motivations in Preparation, and Reflect on Biggest Takeaways. Grab your water bottle and exercise equipment and tune in to this motivational episode that will empower you to join us in advocating for Inclusive Health! Listen in 🎧 | Watch here | New episodes drop weekly so be sure you tap Follow wherever you get podcasts to be notified every Monday! Episode 577 ShowNotes & Links: Follow Special Chronicles Podcast’s Inclusive Health Series and ResourcesSpecial Olympics’ Fit5 GuideSpecial Olympics’ Fit5 FitnessSpecial Olympics’ My HealthFollow Lauren's Blog: Exceptionalities Support: GiveGo to Patreon.com/SpecialChronicles for the Patreon Pre-Show with exclusive behind the scenes podcast bonus content and to help support the show!MERCH: ShopSocials: @SpecialChronicles| @podmandanContact: Email Partners: ComEd | UnitedServices: Podbean | StreamYardPledge: #InclusionRevolution Podcast Theme Music: “It Starts With A Voice” written by Amy Wright and performed by Ben Wright, co-founders of Bitty and Beau’s Coffee. Used with permission.Sponsor Break Background Music:Puzzle by Roa Used with permission: Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream | Music promoted by Audio Library

On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast’s  Unified at Work Series S5:Pt5: ORD Service Ambassador Daniel Smrokowski also doubles as the host of this award-winning podcast "Special Chronicles." This week, he sat down with United Airlines Chief Customer Officer & EVP Linda Jojo to chat about inclusive service, first-ever accessibility showcase, how United’s Service Ambassadors benefit the customer experience and how United truly show that Good Leads The Way with their commitment to disability inclusion. "We are proud of you and all of our Service Ambassadors," shared Linda on the podcast. "They are -- you are -- among our best employees." Listen in 🎧  |  Watch Now New episodes drop weekly so be sure you tap Follow wherever you get podcasts to be notified every Monday! Episode 576 ShowNotes & Links: Book your travel today on United.com or on the award-winning United mobile appLearn more about United’s commitment to disability inclusion and accessibility HERECheck out United Airlines’ Social Story to help prepare you for travelFollow and Listen to our Unified at Work Series to hear more conversations about the meaning of inclusive employment.Tune in to this Playlist and hear a collection of conversations with United’s Service Ambassadors from Chicago, Denver and Houston.Connect with your local Special Olympics Program Other Important Links: Support This Podcast: Make a donation to support this podcast right nowJoin our Patreon Exclusive Access to Bonus Content -- Starts at $5/monthVisit Our MERCH Store: Shop Our Disabled Voices Matter Collection Follow this podcast on Socials: @SpecialChroniclesJoin Our Newsletter: Subscribe to our Mailing ListEmail Feedback: feedback@specialchronicles.comWrite a Review: Rate and Review this show on ApplePodcasts or SpotifyFollow Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandanBook Daniel to speak at your event: Daniel's Official Speaking Page ComEd EnergyForce Ambassador Program: specialchronicles.com/comedUnited Airlines' Bridge Disability Business Resource Group: specialchronicles.com/united Podbean Podcast Hosting: SpecialChronicles.com/PodbeanStreamYard Recording and Livestream Studio: SpecialChronicles.com/StreamYardSign The Inclusion Revolution Pledge! JoinTheRevolution.org Podcast Theme Music: “It Starts With A Voice” written by Amy Wright and performed by Ben Wright, co-founders of Bitty and Beau’s Coffee. Used with permission.Sponsor Break Background Music:Puzzle by Roa Used with permission: Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream | Music promoted by Audio Library

On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast’s EnergyForce Series S7:Pt3: We're celebrating Earth Day with an hour chat about Tree Efficiency! ComEd Sr. Vegetation Management Program Manager Kelvin Limbrick sits down with Award-winning Podcaster and EnergyForce Ambassador Daniel Smrokowski for a tree-tastic informative episode you don't want to miss! Tap PLAY to Listen or Watch Now! New episodes drop weekly so be sure you tap Follow wherever you get podcasts to be notified every Monday! Episode 575 ShowNotes & Links: Join our Patreon Pre-show Exclusive Access to Watch -- Starts at $5/monthHow trees keep your homes energy efficient in summer and winter due to shade placement?How does ComEd tree trimming supports our reliable grid?How do cutoffs from our local foliage go to our local zoos with Zoo Browse Program?Learn more about ComEd's Tree Efficiency: Comed.com/Trees or Call 1-800-Edison-1Follow @ComEd on Socials: X | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn  Other Important Links: Support This Podcast: Make a donation to support this podcast right nowVisit Our MERCH Store: Shop Our Disabled Voices Matter Collection Follow this podcast on Socials: @SpecialChroniclesEmail Feedback: Contact our team hereJoin Our Newsletter: Subscribe to our Mailing ListEmail Feedback: feedback@specialchronicles.comWrite a Review: Rate and Review this show on ApplePodcasts or SpotifyFollow Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandanBook Daniel to speak at your event: Daniel's Official Speaking Page ComEd EnergyForce Ambassador Program: specialchronicles.com/comedUnited Airlines' Bridge Disability Business Resource Group: specialchronicles.com/united Podbean Podcast Hosting: SpecialChronicles.com/PodbeanStreamYard Recording and Livestream Studio: SpecialChronicles.com/StreamYardSign The Inclusion Revolution Pledge! JoinTheRevolution.org Podcast Theme Music: “It Starts With A Voice” written by Amy Wright and performed by Ben Wright, co-founders of Bitty and Beau’s Coffee. Used with permission.Sponsor Break Background Music:Puzzle by Roa Used with permission: Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream | Music promoted by Audio Library

On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast: Special Olympics Colorado Athlete Cody Field, returns on the program to sit down with Award-winning Podcaster Daniel Smrokowski to talk about his new opportunity as the first-ever Wrestle Mania Community Correspondent, Special Olympics Opportunities from Sports to Work to Leadership, Enthusiastic Love of WWE, and we throw down to the impact of being a WWE Community Correspondent, reporting from Philadelphia!   Don't miss this enthusiastic episode! Tap PLAY to Listen or Watch Now! New episodes drop weekly so be sure you tap Follow wherever you get podcasts to be notified every Monday!   Episode 574 ShowNotes & Links: Pre-Show | Join our Patreon for Exclusive Access to Watch -- Starts at $5/monthWATCH: Cody “In The” Field shares his experience from night one of WrestleManiaWATCH: Special Olympics Athlete Cody Field joins WWE as WrestleMania XL Impact Correspondent Follow Cody Field on Socials:  Facebook  | InstagramConnect with your Special Olympics Program  Other Important Links: Support This Podcast: Make a donation to support this podcast right nowVisit Our MERCH Store: Shop Our Disabled Voices Matter CollectionFollow this podcast on Socials: @SpecialChroniclesJoin Our Newsletter: Subscribe to our Mailing ListEmail Feedback: feedback@specialchronicles.comWrite a Review: Rate and Review this show on ApplePodcasts or SpotifyFollow Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandanBook Daniel to speak at your event: Daniel's Official Speaking PageComEd EnergyForce Ambassador Program: specialchronicles.com/comedUnited Airlines' Bridge Disability Business Resource Group: specialchronicles.com/united Podbean Podcast Hosting: SpecialChronicles.com/PodbeanStreamYard Recording and Livestream Studio: SpecialChronicles.com/StreamYardSign The Inclusion Revolution Pledge! JoinTheRevolution.orgPodcast Theme Music: “It Starts With A Voice” written by Amy Wright and performed by Ben Wright, co-founders of Bitty and Beau’s Coffee. Used with permission.Sponsor Break Background Music:Puzzle by Roa Used with permission: Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream | Music promoted by Audio Library

On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast: We're celebrating #WorldHealthDay with Health Messengers Daniel Smrokowski and Eric Baumann as we recap the new Special Olympics Becoming a Health Messenger workshop, Sharing Audio Diary Reflections, Motivations and Preparations for Health Role, Our Biggest Takeaways and Messages, and we get personal with our Health Messenger Goals to inspire community to spread Healthy Habits! Don't miss this motivational episode! Tap PLAY to Listen Now or Watch full episode here New episodes drop weekly so be sure you tap Follow wherever you get podcasts to be notified every Monday! Episode 573 ShowNotes & Links: Join our Patreon Pre-show Exclusive Access to Watch -- Starts at $5/monthFollow Special Chronicles Podcast’s Inclusive Health Series and ResourcesSpecial Olympics' Fit5 GuideSpecial Olympics' Fit5 FitnessSpecial Olympics' My Health Follow Eric Baumann’s Blog: Journeys Of Eric B  Other Important Links: Support This Podcast: Make a donation to support this podcast right nowVisit Our MERCH Store: Shop Our Disabled Voices Matter CollectionFollow this podcast on Socials: @SpecialChroniclesJoin Our Newsletter: Subscribe to our Mailing ListEmail Feedback: feedback@specialchronicles.comWrite a Review: Rate and Review this show on ApplePodcasts or SpotifyFollow Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandanBook Daniel to speak at your event: Daniel's Official Speaking PageComEd EnergyForce Ambassador Program: specialchronicles.com/comedUnited Airlines' Bridge Disability Business Resource Group: specialchronicles.com/united Podbean Podcast Hosting: SpecialChronicles.com/PodbeanStreamYard Recording and Livestream Studio: SpecialChronicles.com/StreamYardSign The Inclusion Revolution Pledge! JoinTheRevolution.orgPodcast Theme Music: “It Starts With A Voice” written by Amy Wright and performed by Ben Wright, co-founders of Bitty and Beau’s Coffee. Used with permission.Sponsor Break Background Music:Puzzle by Roa Used with permission: Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream | Music promoted by Audio Library

On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast: Special Olympics Illinois Athlete Leader Amanda Propheter and her parents Chris and Marc join Award-winning Podcaster Daniel Smrokowski for an empowering conversation about her Autism Story, Communication Challenges, How Special Olympics Transformed Propheter Family, and we dive down under to the Father-Daughter Dream Ride Adventures in Australia! Listen/Watch full episode here: New episodes drop weekly so be sure you tap Follow wherever you get podcasts to be notified every Monday! Episode 572 ShowNotes & Links: Pre-Show: Join our Patreon for Exclusive Access to Watch- Starts at $5/month00:00 | Introduction with launch of our new Patreon!5:00 | Autism Story, Communication Challenges, Special Olympics Transformed Families30:00 | We dive down under to the Father-Daughter Dream Ride Adventures in Australia! If you want more information about Dream Ride, click here to learn more.50:00 | Amanda and Marc’s Highlights on their adventures from Dream Ride Australia. For listeners interested in more information about Dream Ride Australia, click here to learn more. 1:00:00 | Chris, Marc and Amanda define inclusion1:07:00 | A final plug about how your family can join Special Olympics Family! Other Important Links: Support This Podcast: Make a donation to support this podcast right nowVisit Our MERCH Store: Shop Our Disabled Voices Matter CollectionFollow this podcast on Socials: @SpecialChroniclesJoin Our Newsletter: Subscribe to our Mailing ListEmail Feedback: feedback@specialchronicles.comWrite a Review: Rate and Review this show on ApplePodcasts or SpotifyFollow Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandanBook Daniel to speak at your event: Daniel's Official Speaking PageComEd EnergyForce Ambassador Program: specialchronicles.com/comedUnited Airlines' Bridge Disability Business Resource Group: specialchronicles.com/united Podbean Podcast Hosting: SpecialChronicles.com/PodbeanStreamYard Recording and Livestream Studio: SpecialChronicles.com/StreamYardSign The Inclusion Revolution Pledge! JoinTheRevolution.orgPodcast Theme Music: “It Starts With A Voice” written by Amy Wright and performed by Ben Wright, co-founders of Bitty and Beau’s Coffee. Used with permission.Sponsor Break Background Music:Puzzle by Roa Used with permission: Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream | Music promoted by Audio Library

On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast: Special Olympics Nebraska Athlete Leader and newly selected Sargent Shriver Global Messenger Wyatt Spalding joins SSGM Alum and Award-winning Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski for an empowering conversation about his story of overcoming obstacles in life which led him to this elite athlete leadership role! Episode 571 ShowNotes & Links: 10:00 | Wyatt's Birth Story: born prematurely with many health challenges spending 7 months in NICU including early life full of surgical procedures; "scars who needs tattoos"17:00 | Challenges and Joys Accomplishments: Heartbroken moment when his dad sat him down and said he couldn't play organized sports due to it was too risky for Wyatt's health challenges with Cerebral Palsy28:30 | Becoming a Special Olympics Athlete in Basketball and Tennis Sports33:30 | Wyatt recounts 2018 USA Games38:00 | Meaning of Special Olympics and not cute; we're capable48:00 | Becoming a Health Messenger and Paid Health Intern with SO Nebraska48:50 | "Cerebral Palsy not related to his health problems"54:00 | How Wyatt began in Athlete Leadership58:00 | Becoming a Podcast Host Follow and Listen to Wyatt’s Podcasts: Be Unexpected with Wyatt and Jake: Listen on ApplePodcastsBrave in the Attempt Podcast: Listen on Spotify, YouTube, ApplePodcastsSpalding Brothers Show with Wyatt and Weston: Listen on ApplePodcasts  1:06:00 | SO Nebraska Hall of Fame Induction in 20231:09:00 | Hobbies outside of Special Olympics and Podcasting1:12:00 | Becoming a Sargent Shriver Global Messenger (SSGM)1:17:00 | Wyatt's Reaction to Becoming a SSGM 2024-2027, Goals and Impact1:23:50 | Wyatt comment on Tim Shriver's challenge for this SSGM class "to push transformation of inclusive education through sports"1:25:30 | Follow Wyatt’s SSGM Journey on Socials: Instagram | Facebook 1:26:50 | Subscribe to Wyatt's YouTube Channel: Life with Wyatt Spalding 1:30:15 | Wyatt defines Inclusion means to him! Listen/Watch full episode here: New episodes drop weekly so be sure you tap Follow wherever you get podcasts to be notified every Monday! Other Important Links: Support This Podcast: Make a donation to support this podcast right nowVisit Our MERCH Store: Shop Our Disabled Voices Matter CollectionFollow this podcast on Socials: @SpecialChroniclesJoin Our Newsletter: Subscribe to our Mailing ListEmail Feedback: feedback@specialchronicles.comWrite a Review: Rate and Review this show on ApplePodcasts or SpotifyFollow Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandanBook Daniel to speak at your event: Daniel's Official Speaking PageComEd EnergyForce Ambassador Program: specialchronicles.com/comedUnited Airlines' Bridge Disability Business Resource Group: specialchronicles.com/united Podbean Podcast Hosting: SpecialChronicles.com/PodbeanStreamYard Recording and Livestream Studio: SpecialChronicles.com/StreamYardSign The Inclusion Revolution Pledge! JoinTheRevolution.orgPodcast Theme Music: “It Starts With A Voice” written by Amy Wright and performed by Ben Wright, co-founders of Bitty and Beau’s Coffee. Used with permission.Sponsor Break Background Music:Puzzle by Roa Used with permission: Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream | Music promoted by Audio Library

On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast: Lily and Nancy F. Goodfellow sit down with Award-winning Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski talking about World Down Syndrome Day on March 21st, the Special Olympics Movement and College of DuPage as well as all Lily has accomplished to follow her dreams of being a sports reporter for ESPN and Special Olympics. Lily even announces her latest endeavor — her own YouTube channel Lily’s Sports Beat where she’ll ask athletes “Five Quick Questions with Lily.” Episode 570 ShowNotes & Links: 🎧 Follow wherever you get your podcasts 🎙️[powerpress]📺Watch full video here📺Subscribe to Lily’s YouTube Channel: Lily's Sports Beat👩‍💻Connect with Nancy F Goodfellow: nancyfgoodfellow.com📸Follow Nancy on Instagram: @nfgoodfellow💛Lily & Nancy’s Pledge Page for Ruby’s Rainbow 🥇Connect with your local Special Olympics Program💛Connect with rubysrainbow.org 😊Support Special Chronicles ➕Access our Premium Bonus Content and support the podcast 🛒Shop Our Merch Store📱Follow us on Socials: @SpecialChronicles📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel on Socials: @podmandan📧Email Feedback 💡ComEd✈️United Airlines📻Podbean 📡 StreamYard🥇Sign the Inclusion Pledge Now!Longtime listeners finally become podcast guestsLily's Birth Story💛Connecting with Down Syndrome Organizations like Dear Mom Conference and The Lucky FewIntro to Special Olympics Movement and How Athlete Leadership Prepares Lily for CollegeDreams of a Sports Reporter;Lily's biggest media opportunities -- Gaming For Inclusion with Microsoft and Special Olympics!💛Plus, we hope you'll Pledge support for Ruby’s Rainbow in celebration of World Down Syndrome Day on March 21st! 🎵Podcast Theme Music: “It Starts With A Voice” written by Amy Wright and performed by Ben Wright, co-founders of Bitty and Beau’s Coffee. Used with permission.🎶Sponsor Break Background Music:Puzzle by Roa Used with permission: Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream | Music promoted by Audio Library

On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast's  Unified at Work Series S5:Pt4: Special Olympics Illinois Athlete Leader Bella Kurash and her mom Christine sit down with Sargent Shriver Global Messenger Alum and Award-winning Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski for a cheerful conversation about the Stepping Stones to Inclusive Employment, Inspired by United Airlines' SOSA Program, Social Story Prepares Travelers of All Abilities, and how attending Special Olympics USA Games leads to Becoming a Special Olympics Athlete! Bella and Christine Kurash had so much fun chatting with us! Appreciate Daniel Smrokowski encouraging Bella to get involved with Special Olympics and being a role model that you can achieve whatever you put your mind to do. WARNING: this podcast includes lots of late-night giggles and cake… cheesecake! 🤣 Topics Heard On This Episode: "Podcasting is a Piece of [Cheese] Cake" | In a "slap-happy" opening sequence, Christine asks Bella how she feels about being on a podcast, Daniel replies as it's a piece of cake, and we wrap up this pre-show with Bella and Daniel eating a slice of cheese cake! "Emotional Intro to Special Olympics" | Christine on her introduction to Special Olympics Movement, Global Partnership with Special Olympics, and Connecting with Daniel through United's Bridge Business Resource Group. "Just Like Me" | Bella on her introduction to Special Olympics, 2022 USA Games in Orlando, and why she wanted to become an athlete. "SOSA's As Mentors" | Christine talks about Impact of United's SOSA Program and How to be more Inclusive and Accessible from the start as Bella bonds with United's Original Service Ambassadors and recounts being featured subject in United's Social Story. "Introduction to Athlete Leadership" | Bella talks about why she wanted get involved in Athlete Leadership as Christine talks about how the Special Olympics Athlete Leadership Program is a stepping stone for inclusive employment. "Disability Inclusion is the Story of an Airline when Good Leads The Way" | Bella and Christine talk about how the message of disability inclusion and United's SOSA's fit into United's Good Leads The Way campaign. Listen full episode here: New episodes drop weekly so be sure you tap Follow wherever you get podcasts to be notified every Monday! Watch full Video here:  New episodes drop weekly so be sure you tap Subscribe and the bell icon on YouTube to be notified every Monday!  Episode 569 ShowNotes & Links: Check out United Airlines’ Social Story to help prepare you for travelBook your travel today on United.com or on the award-winning United mobile app.Learn more about United’s commitment to disability inclusion for employment and travel HEREFollow and Listen to our Unified at Work Series to hear more conversations about the meaning of inclusive employment.Tune in to this Playlist and hear a collection of conversations with United’s SOSA's from Chicago, Denver and Houston.Connect with your local Special Olympics Program Other Important Links: Support This Podcast: Make a donation to support this podcast right nowVisit Our MERCH Store: Shop Our Disabled Voices Matter CollectionFollow this podcast on Socials: @SpecialChroniclesJoin Our Newsletter: Subscribe to our Mailing ListEmail Feedback: feedback@specialchronicles.comWrite a Review: Rate and Review this show on ApplePodcasts or SpotifyFollow Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandanBook Daniel to speak at your event: Daniel's Official Speaking PageComEd EnergyForce Ambassador Program: specialchronicles.com/comedUnited Airlines' Bridge Disability Business Resource Group: specialchronicles.com/united Podbean Podcast Hosting: SpecialChronicles.com/PodbeanStreamYard Recording and Livestream Studio: SpecialChronicles.com/StreamYardSign The Inclusion Revolution Pledge! JoinTheRevolution.orgPodcast Theme Music: “It Starts With A Voice” written by Amy Wright and performed by Ben Wright, co-founders of Bitty and Beau’s Coffee. Used with permission.Sponsor Break Background Music:Puzzle by Roa Used with permission: Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream | Music promoted by Audio Library