Special Chronicles Podcast

On this rebroadcast episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast: Daniel Smrokowski sits down with Director of the Illinois Law Enforcement Torch Run Commander Bill Devine on the Special Chronicles Podcast to talk about how you can be cool and take the Polar Plunge in support of the athletes of Special Olympics Illinois. We talk about: What the Polar Plunge is and how long Bill has been plunging, Why so many are taking the plunge, History of the event’s 23 years of Polar Plunges, How you can Plunge Our Way or Your Way, Cool School Challenge, What it takes to be a plunger, and the impact of the Polar Plunge. This conversation with Bill will encourage you all to Be Cool and Take The Plunge in in support of the athletes of Special Olympics! This episode originally aired on January 31, 2022 Episode 755 ShowNotes & Links: 🎧 Listen on Special Chronicles or Wherever You Get Podcasts 📺Watch on YouTube: Watch Full Episode Be Cool. Take The Polar Plunge Today! Register and Donate at: PlungeIllinois.com Connect with Illinois Law Enforcement Torch Run on Social: Facebook | Instagram Connect with Special Olympics Illinois on Social: soill.org Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Linkedin Support This Podcast: Click Here to Donate Now and support the mission of Special Chronicles ➕Want bonus content? Join Now at SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS to Access our premium content 🛒Want our Merch? Visit SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP to shop our Disabled Voices Matter collection! 📱Follow Special Chronicles on Socials: @SpecialChronicles 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan 📧Email: Send us a message here 💡Partner: ComEd ✈️Partner: United Airlines 📻Podcast Hosting:Podbean 📡Recording Studio: StreamYard 🥇PSA: 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. 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: Daniel Smrokowski sits down with Pete Beale-DelVecchio, President and CEO of Special Olympics Illinois to reflect on his first year and introduction to Special Olympics. We talk about his Accomplishments and Challenges, Leadership Style, Vision for future of Special Olympics Illinois, Inclusivity Goals, Program Highlights, Athlete Impact, Athlete Leadership, Voices, Community Engagement, and Corporate Partnerships. We look forward to his Future Goals, Challenges Ahead, Personal Growth, Memorable Moments, and Pete gives his advice for leaders stepping into a leadership role within a Special Olympics program. Episode 754 ShowNotes & Links: 🎧 Listen on Special Chronicles or Wherever You Get Podcasts 📺Watch on YouTube: Watch Full Episode Get involved in Special Olympics Illinois: SOILL.org or Find Special Olympics Near You Special Olympics Illinois Volunteer Opportunities Follow Special Olympics Illinois on Socials: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Linkedin Support This Podcast: Click Here to Donate Now and support the mission of Special Chronicles ➕Want bonus content? Join Now at SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS to Access our premium content 🛒Want our Merch? Visit SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP to shop our Disabled Voices Matter collection! 📱Follow Special Chronicles on Socials: @SpecialChronicles 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan 📧Email: Send us a message here 💡Partner: ComEd ✈️Partner: United Airlines 📻Podcast Hosting:Podbean 📡Recording Studio: StreamYard 🥇PSA: 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. 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's Unified at Work Series S6:Pt2: Paul White, CEO of Hidden Disabilities Sunflower sits down with Award-winning Podcaster Daniel Smrokowski for a thorough understanding of the Sunflower initiative, its importance for people with hidden disabilities, and tune in to the final segment for an exciting new development of the Sunflower Extra Cards! Creation and Inspiration of the Sunflower scheme, Personal and impactful stories from individuals with hidden disabilities, Sunflower helps address common misconceptions about hidden disabilities, Sunflower supports colleagues in workplace not just customers, Sunflower and Legos, Raising Awareness and Education, Sunflower scheme contributes to education in promoting inclusivity, and in looking ahead to the future, Paul announces the launch of the new Sunflower Extra Cards in using technology to tap card to any phone! Episode 753 ShowNotes & Links: 🎧 Listen on Special Chronicles or Wherever You Get Podcasts 📺Watch on YouTube: Watch Full Episode Get your Sunflower lanyard and personal card at HDSunflower.com Enjoyed this episode? Listen the past five seasons of our Unified at Work Series to hear more conversations about the meaning of inclusive employment Support This Podcast: Click Here to Donate Now and support the mission of Special Chronicles ➕Want bonus content? Join Now at SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS to Access our premium content 🛒Want our Merch? Visit SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP to shop our Disabled Voices Matter collection! 📱Follow Special Chronicles on Socials: @SpecialChronicles 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan 📧Email: Send us feedback or a message here 💡Partner: ComEd ✈️Partner: United Airlines 📻Podcast Hosting:Podbean 📡Recording Studio: StreamYard 🥇PSA: 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. 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's EnergyForce Series S8:Pt1: Join award-winning Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski as we kickoff our 8th year of partnership with the ComEd EnergyForce Ambassador Program with an updated educational presentation on energy and solar savings, energy efficiency tips, learn more about Electric Vehicles (EVs), and we test your knowledge with an Energy Savings Quiz. Episode 752 ShowNotes & Links: Donate Now: Support Our 2025 Giving Campaign 🎧 Listen on Special Chronicles or Wherever You Get Podcasts 📺Like watching your podcasts? Click here to see full episode Enjoyed this episode? Tune in to the past 7 seasons of our EnergyForce Series featuring educational lessons of energy and solar efficiency and conversations with ComEd EnergyForce Ambassadors. This EnergyForce Series is brought to you by ComEd EnergyForce Ambassador Program Learn more (click HERE) about the ComEd EnergyForce Program. Find Ways To Save (click HERE) – ​Save energy and money by taking advantage of these offerings and tools for your home. Support This Podcast: Click Here to Donate Now and support the mission of Special Chronicles ➕Access our Bonus Premium Content: Join Now at SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS 🛒Our Disabled Voices Matter Collection Merch: SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP 📱Follow This Podcast on Socials: @SpecialChronicles 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan 📧Email: Send us a message here 💡Partner: ComEd ✈️Partner: United Airlines 📻Podcast Hosting:Podbean 📡Recording Studio: StreamYard 🥇PSA: 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's DanTalks series: Join Award-winning Podcaster Daniel Smrokowski as he speaks to the Knights of Columbus about his story in Special Olympics and the many opportunities he has had because of Athlete Leadership, from being a former Sargent Shriver Global Messenger to his jobs of this podcasting platform and working at United Airlines. Tune in to hear the latest speech he's presented to the Knights of Columbus, thanking them for supporting Special Olympics Illinois. Episode 751 ShowNotes & Links: Donate Now: Support Our 2025 Giving Campaign 🎧 Listen on Special Chronicles or Wherever You Get Podcasts 📺Like watching your podcasts? Click here to see full episode Enjoyed this episode? Tune in to our DanTalks series, an audio collection of speeches presented by acclaimed disability advocate and Award-winning Podcaster Daniel Smrokowski Get involved in Special Olympics Illinois or Find Special Olympics Near You Support This Podcast: Click Here to Donate Now and support the mission of Special Chronicles ➕Want bonus content? Join Now at SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS to access our premium bonus content and support the podcast! 🛒Want our Merch? Visit SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP to shop our Disabled Voices Matter collection! 📱Follow This Podcast on Socials: @SpecialChronicles 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan 📧Email: Send us feedback or a message here 💡Partner: ComEd ✈️Partner: United Airlines 📻Podcast Hosting:Podbean 📡Recording Studio: StreamYard 🥇PSA: 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 Presents Unified at Work Series S6:Pt 1: Amanda Spies from Special Olympics Illinois joins us for a presentation to Ingredion. Join us for an inspiring episode with Daniel Smrokowski, a pioneering advocate and original Special Olympics Service Ambassador at United Airlines. Host of the award winning podcast Special Chronicles, with over 750 episodes, and recipient of the Matthew Freeman Award for Social Justice, Daniel has dedicated his career to giving people with disabilities a voice. Don't miss the opportunity to hear his story and learn from his journey. Episode 750 ShowNotes & Links: Donate Now: Support Our Special Chronicles 2025 Giving Campaign 🎧 Listen on Special Chronicles or Wherever You Get Podcasts 📺Like watching your podcasts? Click here to see full episode Get involved in Special Olympics Illinois or Find Special Olympics Near You Enjoyed this episode? Listen the past five seasons of our Unified at Work Series to hear more conversations about the meaning of inclusive employment ➕Want bonus content? Join Now at SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS to access our premium bonus content and support the podcast! 🛒Want our Merch? Visit SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP to shop our Disabled Voices Matter collection! 📱Follow This Podcast on Socials: @SpecialChronicles 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan 📧Email: Send us feedback or a message here 💡Partner: ComEd ✈️Partner: United Airlines 📻Podcast Hosting:Podbean 📡Recording Studio: StreamYard 🥇PSA: 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: Katie O'Neill, a Special Olympics Illinois Athlete Leader, sits down with Award-winning Podcaster Daniel Smrokowski to talk about her story: Turning Disability Challenges to Joys, Late Start to Special Olympics Success, Overcoming Bullies and Spreading Awareness, Confidence through Athlete Leadership, 3x World Champion Cheerleader, Speaking at International Law Enforcement Torch Run Conference, Employed as a Special Education Paraprofessional, and how Katie is developing Special Olympics Athlete Leadership skills within her job. Episode 749 ShowNotes & Links: Donate Now: Support Our Special Chronicles 2025 Giving Campaign 🎧 Listen on Special Chronicles or Wherever You Get Podcasts 📺Like watching your podcasts? Click here to see full episode Get involved in Special Olympics Illinois or Find Special Olympics Near You Follow Katie O’Neill on Facebook | Instagram ➕Want bonus content? Join Now at SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS to access our premium bonus content and support the podcast! 🛒Want our Merch? Visit SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP to shop our Disabled Voices Matter collection! 📱Follow This Podcast on Socials: @SpecialChronicles 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan 📧Email: Send us feedback or a message here 💡Partner: ComEd ✈️Partner: United Airlines 📻Podcast Hosting:Podbean 📡Recording Studio: StreamYard 🥇PSA: 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

Friend of the podcast and Sargent Shriver Global Messenger Wyatt Spalding sits down with former SSGM and Award-winning Podcaster Daniel Smrokowski on the Special Chronicles Podcast to recap their experience this past week attending a state dinner at the White House. President Joe Biden invited Special Olympics athletes like Wyatt and Daniel to attend "A Christmas for All," in celebration of Unity, America, and Special Olympics. On a special crossover episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast and Wyatt's Brave in the Attempt Podcast, tune in as Wyatt and Daniel recap their favorite memories of the event at the White House, comments on remarks from President Biden to Tim Shriver and Loretta Claiborne, and how the message of hope and inclusion in the movement were celebrated at this White House Event. Episode 748 ShowNotes & Links: Donate Now: Support Our 2025 Giving Campaign 🎧 Listen on Special Chronicles or Wherever You Get Podcasts 📺Like watching your podcasts? Click here to see full episodes Watch President Biden delivers remarks at Special Olympics White House Celebration Read more about “The White House Honors Special Olympics Athletes in Moving Holiday Celebration” ➕Want bonus content? Join Now at SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS to support the podcast! 🛒Want our Merch? Shop our store at SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP 📱Follow This Podcast on Socials: @SpecialChronicles 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan 📧Email: Send us feedback or a message here 💡Partner: ComEd ✈️Partner: United Airlines 📻Podcast Hosting:Podbean 📡Recording Studio: StreamYard 🥇PSA: 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

Daniel goes to the White House, Georgia goes to Holiday Parties, We rewatched Home Alone, Our favorite Christmas traditions, we exchange gifts, and enjoy live music at FritzGerald's Side Bar. Join us for a Ganiel's Christmas Celebration! Listen Now: https://specialchronicles.com/gdpodcast99 Like watching your podcasts? Visit https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLf9HemrAQXjmmJSzlc2d7-RHg9F1wBHzf&si=7SVfsGRcYh7p8A89 to see the full episode. Watch Daniel's experience at the White House on the Special Chronicles Podcast Episode: "A Christmas For All at the White House" https://specialchronicles.com/podcast748/ Connect with Georgia and Daniel: Follow Georgia on Socials: https://Instagram.com/peachgeorgia22 Follow Daniel on Socials: https://instagram.com/podmandan Follow Our Adventures on Socials: https://specialchronicles.com/danielandgeorgia EMAIL: https://specialchronicles.com/contact Want bonus content? Visit https://SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS to access our bonus content and support the podcast! Want our Merch? Visit https://specialchronicles.com/Shop to shop our Disabled Voices Matter collection! Our Podcast Theme music: “When You Say My Name by Keith Semple and is Used with permission The post Ganiel’s Christmas | GeorgiaandDanielPodcast, Ep.99 first appeared on Special Chronicles.

Jonathan Sutter, CEO & Founder of Traveling Wiki sits down with Award-winning Podcaster Daniel Smrokowski after an impromptu conversation they had at O’Hare Airport a few months ago ago to talk about the largest non-profit resource center for travelers with disabilities. Join us as we follow up our conversation about TravelingWiki.com, Document Resources for TSA (as the sole resource for 20M American) with Autism, ALS, Parkinson’s, Dementia, and Alzheimer’s communities to enable access for those 20M Americans with Special Needs for flying, How Jonathan Sutter is a parent of a child with special needs, and how he works for free for the US Government via the TSA to document resources (sole external resources for those communities on TSA.gov). Donate Now: Support Our 2025 Giving Campaign Episode 747 ShowNotes & Links: 🎧 Listen on Special Chronicles or Wherever You Get Podcasts 📺Like watching your podcasts? Click here to see full episode Learn more about Traveling Wiki ➕Want bonus content? Join Now at SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS to support the podcast! 🛒Want our Merch? Shop our store at SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP 📱Follow This Podcast on Socials: @SpecialChronicles 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan 📧Email: Send us feedback or a message here 💡Partner: ComEd ✈️Partner: United Airlines 📻Podcast Hosting:Podbean 📡Recording Studio: StreamYard 🥇PSA: 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

Special Olympics Athlete Official Daniel Block sits down with Award-winning Podcaster Daniel Smrokowski to talk about his empowering story of Becoming a Sport Official with Special Olympics and overcoming challenges with autism. Tune in as Daniel Block talks about how he’s grown from not just being a Special Olympics Athlete but showcases leadership skills beyond sports as a referee from local to national competitions. Donate Now: Support Our 2025 Giving Campaign Episode 746 ShowNotes & Links: 🎧 Listen on Special Chronicles or Wherever You Get Podcasts 📺Like watching your podcasts? Click here to see full episodes Find a Special Olympics Program Near You! ➕Want bonus content? Join Now at SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS to support the podcast! 🛒Want our Merch? Shop our store at SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP 📱Follow This Podcast on Socials: @SpecialChronicles 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan 📧Email: Send us feedback or a message here 💡Partner: ComEd ✈️Partner: United Airlines 📻Podcast Hosting:Podbean 📡Recording Studio: StreamYard 🥇PSA: 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: Special Olympics Europe Eurasia Sargent Shriver Global Messenger (SSGM) Margaret Turley sits down with former SSGM and Award-winning Podcaster Daniel Smrokowski for an empowering conversation about her story of overcoming obstacles in life which led her to this elite athlete leadership role! We talk about her Early Years Challenges to Becoming a Special Olympics Ireland Athlete, Athlete Leadership Opportunities, Benefits of Strong Minds, and rising to becoming an Athlete Spokesperson on the global stage. Donate Now: Support Our 2025 Giving Campaign Episode 745 ShowNotes & Links: 🎧 Listen on Special Chronicles or Wherever You Get Podcasts 📺Like watching your podcasts? Click here to see full episode Listen to Margaret's Strong Minds Episode on our Inclusive Health Series Watch SSGM Announcement Video Find a Special Olympics Program Near You! ➕Want bonus content? Join Now at SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS to support the podcast! 🛒Want our Merch? Shop our store at SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP 📱Follow This Podcast on Socials: @SpecialChronicles 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan 📧Email: Send us feedback or a message here 💡Partner: ComEd ✈️Partner: United Airlines 📻Podcast Hosting:Podbean 📡Recording Studio: StreamYard 🥇PSA: 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: Special Olympics North America Sargent Shriver Global Messenger (SSGM) Susan Wang sits down with former SSGM and Award-winning Podcaster Daniel Smrokowski for an empowering conversation about her story of overcoming obstacles in life which led her to this elite athlete leadership role! We talk about her Early Years Challenges to Becoming a Special Olympics British Columbia Athlete, Athlete Leadership Opportunities, Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education, and rising to becoming an Athlete Spokesperson on the global stage. Donate Now: Support Our 2025 Giving Campaign Episode 744 ShowNotes & Links: 🎧 Listen on Special Chronicles or Wherever You Get Podcasts 📺Like watching your podcasts? Click here to see full episodes Follow Susan Wang on Socials: Instagram | Facebook Subscribe to Susan Wang's ASMR YouTube Channel Watch SSGM Announcement Video Find a Special Olympics Program Near You! ➕Want bonus content? Join Now at SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS to support the podcast! 🛒Want our Merch? Shop our store at SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP 📱Follow This Podcast on Socials: @SpecialChronicles 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan 📧Email: Send us feedback or a message here 💡Partner: ComEd ✈️Partner: United Airlines 📻Podcast Hosting:Podbean 📡Recording Studio: StreamYard 🥇PSA: 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

We recap our week of vacation with family, visited Country Music Hall of Fame, Pickleball with the fam, Celebrate Poppa's Day with a Family Photoshoot, Adults enjoy Marquitaville and Georgia's brother-in-law Dominick Morone joins us on a bonus segment to recount our family time together in the most elegant guest house at Nashville Urban Acreage. Join us for a Ganiel Thanksgiving, Recorded From Nashville! Resources Mentioned On This Episode: Book your 2 Acre Multi-Family Vacation Compound at Nashville Urban Acreage: https://linktr.ee/urbanacreage Visit Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum in Nashville: https://www.countrymusichalloffame.org/ Follow Dominick on Instagram: @DominickMorone https://www.instagram.com/dominickmorone/ Listen to Matthew West -- #GobbleGobble Everywhere Now: https://matthewwest.lnk.to/GobbleGobbleID!GobbleMV Listen to our Ganiel Travels Episodes: https://specialchronicles.com/GanielTravels Listen Now: https://specialchronicles.com/gdpodcast98 Like watching your podcasts? Visit https://youtu.be/N7jRJB3sf1Y?si=cm5Rm4at5RWov7ww to see the full episode. Connect with Georgia and Daniel: Follow Georgia on Socials: https://Instagram.com/peachgeorgia22 Follow Daniel on Socials: https://instagram.com/podmandan Follow Our Adventures on Socials: https://specialchronicles.com/danielandgeorgia EMAIL: https://specialchronicles.com/contact Want bonus content? Visit https://SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS to access our bonus content and support the podcast! Want our Merch? Visit https://specialchronicles.com/Shop to shop our Disabled Voices Matter collection! Travel Intro Music: “Around The World and Back Again (ATWABA)” By Tom Chapin, Used with Permission. Our Podcast Theme music: “When You Say My Name by Keith Semple and is Used with permission The post Ganiel Thanksgiving From Nashville | GeorgiaandDanielPodcast, Ep.98 first appeared on Special Chronicles.

On the Special Chronicles Podcast’s EnergyForce Series Season 7 Finale: Linda Rhodes Senior Manager Customer Assistance and Advocacy with ComEd sits down with Award-winning Podcaster Daniel Smrokowski to talk about customer’s frequently asked questions about financial assistance paying your ComEd bill. From Budget Billing Program and high usage alerts to State Program for Eligible Customers, ComEd is here to help those who have high energy bills this holiday season and throughout the year! Tune in to this educational episode about Financial Assistance, Presented by ComEd! Episode 743 ShowNotes & Links: Donate Now: Support Our 2025 Giving Campaign 🎧 Listen on Special Chronicles or Wherever You Get Podcasts 📺Like watching your podcasts? Click here to see full episode Learn more about ComEd Financial Assistance Enjoyed this episode? We have more than 40 episodes on our EnergyForce Series ➕Want bonus content? Join Now at SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS to support the podcast! 🛒Want our Merch? Shop our store at SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP 📱Follow This Podcast on Socials: @SpecialChronicles 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan 📧Email: Send us feedback or a message here 💡Partner: ComEd ✈️Partner: United Airlines 📻Podcast Hosting:Podbean 📡Recording Studio: StreamYard 🥇PSA: 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 Read more about Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski HERE

On the Special Chronicles Podcast’s EnergyForce Series S7:Pt9: Chris Khalid, Senior Business Program Manager, and Querida Ellis, Principal Program Manager Smart Grid Programs at ComEd sit down with Award-winning Podcaster Daniel Smrokowski to talk all things ComEd Smart Grid, Beneficial Electrification Pilots, and Community of the Future Programs! Donate Now: Support Our 2025 Giving Campaign Episode 742 ShowNotes & Links: 🎧 Listen on Special Chronicles or Wherever You Get Podcasts 📺Like watching your podcasts? Click here to see full episodes Learn more about Community of the Future: ComEd.com/COF Learn more about Smart Grid: ComEd.com/SmartGrid Learn more about ComEd Rebates: ComEd.com/Rebate Enjoyed this episode? You may also like episodes "Education Center", "Trees For You And Me", and more than 40 episodes on our EnergyForce Series ➕Want bonus content? Join Now at SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS to support the podcast! 🛒Want our Merch? Shop our store at SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP 📱Follow This Podcast on Socials: @SpecialChronicles 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan 📧Email: Send us feedback or a message here 💡Partner: ComEd ✈️Partner: United Airlines 📻Podcast Hosting:Podbean 📡Recording Studio: StreamYard 🥇PSA: 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

This Week on the Special Chronicles Podcast: We celebrate the 16th Year Anniversary of this podcast! It's been 16 years since our founder and Award-winning Podcaster Daniel Smrokowski first began podcasting. In celebration we bring you a special Podcast TakeOver episode from our friend Wyatt Spalding as he interviews Daniel on his Brave In The Attempt Podcast: Daniel is known for his successful podcast (you'll listening to right now). He was a former Sargent Shriver Global Messenger for Special Olympics North America region. Daniel talks about how his teacher convinced him to participate in Special Olympics. Daniel struggled with communicating so he turned it to a strength by starting his own podcast. Daniel shares what he's learned through his journey of podcasting and the impact its made on his life as well as others. Daniel shares his thoughts on Inclusive Health and becoming a Special Olympics Health Messenger and said "If it wasn't got Special Olympics, I wouldn't be able to focus on my health." Daniel shares his experiences speaking at Special Olympics World Games Berlin 2023. Daniel has made a huge impact on not just athletes but all people involved in the Special Olympics Movement. Athletes like Daniel is why Special Olympics continue to rise. Donate Now: Support Our 2025 Giving Campaign Episode 605 ShowNotes & Links: 🎧 Listen on Special Chronicles or Wherever You Get Podcasts 📺Like watching your podcasts? Click here to see full episode ➕Want bonus content? Join Now at SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS to support the podcast! 🛒Want our Merch? Shop our store at SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP 📱Follow This Podcast on Socials: @SpecialChronicles 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan 📧Email: Send us feedback or a message here 💡Partner: ComEd ✈️Partner: United Airlines 📻Podcast Hosting:Podbean 📡Recording Studio: StreamYard 🥇PSA: 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: Read more here

This Week on the Special Chronicles Podcast: Comedian and Podcaster Dustin Nickerson sits down with Award-winning Podcaster Daniel Smrokowski for an entertaining conversation about his Backstory in Comedy, Funny Podcast about Family, Comedy at Disability Camp, Inclusive Comedy, Non-Offensive Jokes to Intellectual Disability, How To Be Married To Melissa Book, Amazon and YouTube Specials, and we highly recommend you see him on tour! Episode 604 ShowNotes & Links: 🎧 Listen on Special Chronicles or Wherever You Get Podcasts 📺Like watching your podcasts? Click here to see full episode Follow Dustin Nickerson on Socials: @DustinNickerson | DustinNickerson.com Catch Dustin on Tour: DustinNickerson.com/Tour Follow and Listen to Dustin's Podcast: Don’t Make Me Come Back There Watch Dustin's Latest Comedy Special on YouTube: Runs in the Family Order Dustin's Book: How to be Married to Melissa ➕Want bonus content? Join Now at SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS to support the podcast! 🛒Want our Merch? Shop our store at SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP 📱Follow This Podcast on Socials: @SpecialChronicles 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan 📧Email: Send us feedback or a message here 💡Partner: ComEd ✈️Partner: United Airlines 📻Podcast Hosting:Podbean 📡Recording Studio: StreamYard 🥇PSA: 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

We navigate the DC Metro, Stroll the National Mall and Georgetown Waterfront, Lunch with sister Emma at La Bonne Vache, Support our favorite local coffee shop Bitty & Beau's Coffee, and enjoy the #NonRevLife Pass Travel Benefits. Join us for another Ganiel Travels episode to our nation's capital as we bring you along our Washington DC Day Trip Adventures! Georgia and Daniel Podcast Episode 97 ShowNotes & Links: Listen to the Audio Podcast: https://specialchronicles.com/gdpodcast97 Like watching your podcasts? Visit https://youtu.be/r5wsC3RwVYI to see the full episode episode. Visit. Shop. Follow. Find your local Bitty & Beau's Coffee Location: https://bittyandbeauscoffee.com Daniel's Podcast with Ben and Amy Wright, Co-Founders of Bitty & Beau's Coffee https://specialchronicles.com/BittyandBeausCoffee Listen to our Ganiel Travels Episodes: https://specialchronicles.com/GanielTravels Connect with Georgia and Daniel: Follow Georgia on Instagram: https://Instagram.com/peachgeorgia22 Follow Daniel on Instagram: https://instagram.com/podmandan Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/danielandgeorgia Facebook: https://facebook.com/danielandgeorgia EMAIL: https://specialchronicles.com/contact Want bonus content? Visit https://SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS to access our bonus content and support the podcast! Want our Merch? Visit https://specialchronicles.com/Shop to shop our Disabled Voices Matter collection! Travel Intro Music: : “Around The World and Back Again (ATWABA)” By Tom Chapin, Used with Permission. Our Podcast Theme music: “When You Say My Name by Keith Semple and is Used with permission The post GeorgiaandDanielPodcast, Ep.97: Ganiel Travels From Washington DC first appeared on Special Chronicles.

This Week on the Special Chronicles Podcast: We are so excited to celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month in October with the Season 5 Finale of our popular Unified at Work Series, celebrating the 5 Year Workiversary of United Airlines’ Special Olympics Service Ambassador (SOSA) Program. Join Award-winning Podcast Host and ORD SOSA Daniel Smrokowski as he recounts the Origin Story of the 5 Year Milestone of working at United Airlines, Excerpt clips from Original SOSAs, Executives and Airport Leaders, and we look back to the groundbreaking first year of the innovative and impactful inclusive employment program. Episode 603 ShowNotes & Links: 🎧 Follow: Wherever You Get Podcasts 📺Like watching your podcasts? Click here to see full episode Tune in to our Original "Meet The SOSAs" Podcast Playlist and hear a collection of conversations with United’s SOSAs from Chicago, Denver, Houston, and Washington D.C. Enjoyed this episode? Re-live Season 1 and all five seasons of our popular Unified at Work Series, Sponsored by United Airlines' Bridge Disability Business Resource Group Connect with your local Special Olympics Program ➕Want bonus content? Join Now at SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS to support the podcast! 🛒Want our Merch? Shop our store at SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP 📱Follow This Podcast on Socials: @SpecialChronicles 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan 📧Email: Send us feedback or a message here 💡Partner: ComEd ✈️Partner: United Airlines 📻Podcast Hosting:Podbean 📡Recording Studio: StreamYard 🥇PSA: 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

This Week on the Special Chronicles Podcast’s Unified at Work Series S5:P10: We're On The Job with IAD Service Ambassador Sophia Gheblawi sits down with ORD Service Ambassador and Award-winning Podcaster Daniel Smrokowski for an engaging conversation about: Becoming a Special Olympics Virginia Athlete, Journey Coming to United Airlines, and we hear about her first year of inclusive employment as a Special Olympics Service Ambassador (SOSA), Recorded From Washington Dulles International Airport. Episode 602 ShowNotes & Links: 🎧 Follow: Wherever You Get Podcasts 📺Like watching your podcasts? Click here to see full episode Tune in to our Original "Meet The SOSAs" Podcast Playlist and hear a collection of conversations with United’s SOSAs from Chicago, Denver, Houston, and Washington D.C. Enjoyed this episode? We have five seasons of our popular Unified at Work Series, Sponsored by United Airlines' Bridge Disability Business Resource Group Connect with Special Olympics Virginia or your local Special Olympics Program ➕Want bonus content? Join Now at SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS to support the podcast! 🛒Want our Merch? Shop our store at SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP 📱Follow This Podcast on Socials: @SpecialChronicles 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan 📧Email: Send us feedback or a message here 💡Partner: ComEd ✈️Partner: United Airlines 📻Podcast Hosting:Podbean 📡Recording Studio: StreamYard 🥇PSA: 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

This Week on the Special Chronicles Podcast’s Unified at Work Series S5:P9: We're On The Job with IAD Service Ambassador Colin Bellows sits down with ORD Service Ambassador and Award-winning Podcaster Daniel Smrokowski for an engaging conversation about: Becoming a Special Olympics Virginia Athlete, Journey Coming to United Airlines, and we hear about his first year of inclusive employment as a Special Olympics Service Ambassador (SOSA), Recorded From Washington Dulles International Airport. Episode 601 ShowNotes & Links: 🎧 Follow: Wherever You Get Podcasts 📺Like watching your podcasts? Click here to see full episode Tune in to our Original "Meet The SOSAs" Podcast Playlist and hear a collection of conversations with United’s SOSAs from Chicago, Denver, Houston, and Washington D.C. Enjoyed this episode? We have five seasons of our popular Unified at Work Series, Sponsored by United Airlines' Bridge Disability Business Resource Group Connect with Special Olympics Virginia or your local Special Olympics Program ➕Want bonus content? Join Now at SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS to support the podcast! 🛒Want our Merch? Shop our store at SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP 📱Follow This Podcast on Socials: @SpecialChronicles 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan 📧Email: Send us feedback or a message here 💡Partner: ComEd ✈️Partner: United Airlines 📻Podcast Hosting:Podbean 📡Recording Studio: StreamYard 🥇PSA: 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

This Week on the Special Chronicles Podcast’s Unified at Work Series S5:P8: We're On The Job with IAD Service Ambassador John Gionfriddo sits down with ORD Service Ambassador and Award-winning Podcaster Daniel Smrokowski for an engaging conversation about: Becoming a Special Olympics Virginia Athlete, Journey Coming to United Airlines, and we hear about his first year of inclusive employment as a Special Olympics Service Ambassador (SOSA), Recorded From Washington Dulles International Airport. Episode 600 ShowNotes & Links: 🎧 Follow: Wherever You Get Podcasts 📺Like watching your podcasts? Click here to see full episode Tune in to our Original "Meet The SOSAs" Podcast Playlist and hear a collection of conversations with United’s SOSAs from Chicago, Denver, Houston, and Washington D.C. Enjoyed this episode? We have five seasons of our popular Unified at Work Series, Sponsored by United Airlines' Bridge Disability Business Resource Group Connect with Special Olympics Virginia or your local Special Olympics Program ➕Want bonus content? Join Now at SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS to support the podcast! 🛒Want our Merch? Shop our store at SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP 📱Follow This Podcast on Socials: @SpecialChronicles 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan 📧Email: Send us feedback or a message here 💡Partner: ComEd ✈️Partner: United Airlines 📻Podcast Hosting:Podbean 📡Recording Studio: StreamYard 🥇PSA: 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

This Week on the Special Chronicles Podcast’s Unified at Work Series S5:Pt7: We're On The Job with IAD Service Ambassador Margaret Goodman sits down with ORD Service Ambassador and Award-winning Podcaster Daniel Smrokowski for an engaging conversation about: Becoming a Special Olympics Virginia Athlete, Journey Coming to United Airlines, and we hear about her first year of inclusive employment as a Special Olympics Service Ambassador (SOSA), Recorded From Washington Dulles International Airport. Episode 599 ShowNotes & Links: 🎧 Follow: Wherever You Get Podcasts 📺Like watching your podcasts? Click here to see full episode Tune in to our Original "Meet The SOSAs" Podcast Playlist and hear a collection of conversations with United’s SOSAs from Chicago, Denver, Houston, and Washington D.C. Enjoyed this episode? We have five seasons of our popular Unified at Work Series, Sponsored by United Airlines' Bridge Disability Business Resource Group Connect with Special Olympics Virginia or your local Special Olympics Program ➕Want bonus content? Join Now at SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS to support the podcast! 🛒Want our Merch? Shop our store at SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP 📱Follow This Podcast on Socials: @SpecialChronicles 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan 📧Email: Send us feedback or a message here 💡Partner: ComEd ✈️Partner: United Airlines 📻Podcast Hosting:Podbean 📡Recording Studio: StreamYard 🥇PSA: 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

We celebrate #InternationalPodcastDay, We’re Special Olympics Bocce Gold Medalists, Georgia recaps Opportunity Knocks OK Classic Softball Tournament and SEASPAR Volleyball Tournament, and The Amazing Spider-Man was a web of fun! Georgia and Daniel Podcast Episode 96 ShowNotes & Links: Listen to the Audio Podcast: https://specialchronicles.com/gdpodcast96 Like watching your podcasts? Visit https://youtu.be/OZmRQvpqXEk to see the full episode episode. Connect with Georgia and Daniel: Follow Georgia on Instagram: https://Instagram.com/peachgeorgia22 Follow Daniel on Instagram: https://instagram.com/podmandan Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/danielandgeorgia Facebook: https://facebook.com/danielandgeorgia EMAIL: https://specialchronicles.com/contact Want bonus content? Visit https://SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS to access our bonus content and support the podcast! Want our Merch? Visit https://specialchronicles.com/Shop to shop our Disabled Voices Matter collection! Our Podcast Theme music: “When You Say My Name by Keith Semple and is Used with permission The post GeorgiaandDanielPodcast, Ep.96: Ganiel’s Bocce Gold Medalists first appeared on Special Chronicles.

This week on the Special Chronicles Podcast we have an EXTRA Episode in celebration of International Podcast Day today September 30th: Our friend Tim Shriver Chairman of Special Olympics and Founder of Unite is premiering a NEW Podcast of his own this week called Need A Lift? with Tim Shriver. Tim Shriver returns on the podcast for an impactful conversation with Special Chronicles Award-winning Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski that will have you joining millions in the call to Unite as one! Tim talks with Daniel about the release of his book “The Call To Unite: Voices of Hope and Awakening”, Leader in Unite Movement, Stories and Insights from leaders standing in common purpose, and Finding Your Guiding Light. UNITE is a growing collaborative led by Tim Shriver and other Americans from all walks of life, dedicated to addressing universal challenges that can only be solved together. Join us. Extra rebroadcast Episode ShowNotes & Links: 🎧 Follow: Wherever You Get Podcasts 📺Like watching your podcasts? Click here to see full episode Need A Lift? Podcast with Tim Shriver Call To Unite Book ➕Want bonus content? Join Now at SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS to support the podcast! 🛒Want our Merch? Shop our store at SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP 📱Follow This Podcast on Socials: @SpecialChronicles 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan 📧Email: Send us feedback or a message here 💡Partner: ComEd ✈️Partner: United Airlines 📻Podcast Hosting:Podbean 📡Recording Studio: StreamYard 🥇PSA: 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

Sargent Shriver Global Messenger Margaret Turley from Ireland joins us on this week on the Special Chronicles Podcast's Inclusive Health Series Season 2 Finale to talk about Strong Minds discipline of healthy athletes. We define emotional and physical signs of stress and highlight the purpose of how Special Olympics Healthy Athletes Strong Minds helps develop coping strategies in your emotional health, and we show you how Margaret empowers all Special Olympics athletes to embrace the Strongs Minds in their Inclusive Health lifestyles on and off the competition field! Episode 598 ShowNotes & Links: 🎧 Follow: Wherever You Get Podcasts 📺Like watching your podcasts? Click here to see full episodes Learn more about Special Olympics Illinois Health Programming Enjoyed this episode? We have two seasons of our Inclusive Health Series, Produced in collaboration with Special Olympics Health Programming ➕Want bonus content? Join Now at SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS to support the podcast! 🛒Want our Merch? Shop our store at SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP 📱Follow This Podcast on Socials: @SpecialChronicles 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan 📧Email: Send us feedback or a message here 💡Partner: ComEd ✈️Partner: United Airlines 📻Podcast Hosting:Podbean 📡Recording Studio: StreamYard 🥇PSA: 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

Fellow Special Olympics Health Messenger Edith Reynolds returns on the Pod This Week to join Award-winning Podcast Host and Health Messenger Daniel Smrokowski on the Special Chronicles Podcast's Inclusive Health Series Season 2:Part 4 as we talk about Inclusive Health Advocacy, Inequity in healthcare, Overcome barriers to equal healthcare, and skills to be a strong advocate! Episode 597 ShowNotes & Links: 🎧 Follow: Wherever You Get Podcasts 📺Like watching your podcasts? Click here to see full episodes Learn more about Special Olympics Illinois Health Programming Enjoyed this episode? We have two seasons of our Inclusive Health Series, Produced in collaboration with Special Olympics Health Programming ➕Want bonus content? Join Now at SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS to support the podcast! 🛒Want our Merch? Shop our store at SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP 📱Follow This Podcast on Socials: @SpecialChronicles 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan 📧Email: Send us feedback or a message here 💡Partner: ComEd ✈️Partner: United Airlines 📻Podcast Hosting:Podbean 📡Recording Studio: StreamYard 🥇PSA: 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

Taylor Combs, Director of Health & Wellness with Special Olympics Illinois joins Award-winning Podcast Host and Health Messenger Daniel Smrokowski on the Special Chronicles Podcast's Inclusive Health Series Season 2:Part 3 as we cover all things Healthy Habits interactive education stations we bring to sport events for athletes, unified partners, coaches, parents, and community members. We define Healthy Habits, it's purpose, what are Healthy Habits Stations, and educational topics we give across the state of Illinois! Episode 596 ShowNotes & Links: 🎧 Follow: Wherever You Get Podcasts 📺Like watching your podcasts? Click here to see full episodes Learn more about Healthy Habits Learn more about Special Olympics Illinois Health Programming Enjoyed this episode? We have two seasons of our Inclusive Health Series, Produced in collaboration with Special Olympics Health Programming ➕Want bonus content? Join Now at SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS to support the podcast! 🛒Want our Merch? Shop our store at SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP 📱Follow This Podcast on Socials: @SpecialChronicles 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan 📧Email: Send us feedback or a message here 💡Partner: ComEd ✈️Partner: United Airlines 📻Podcast Hosting:Podbean 📡Recording Studio: StreamYard 🥇PSA: 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

Taylor Combs, Director of Health & Wellness with Special Olympics Illinois joins Award-winning Podcast Host and Health Messenger Daniel Smrokowski on the Special Chronicles Podcast's Inclusive Health Series Season 2:Part 2 as we cover all things Healthy Athletes and the largest health program for people with intellectual disabilities! We breakdown the 8 disciplines, MedFest, Lions Club Opening Eyes, Healthy Hearing, Special Smiles, Health Promotion, Strong Minds, Physical Therapy FunFitness, Fit Feet, and we get into the Benefits for Athletes to attend our free medical screenings and education so Special Olympics athletes can be their best on and off the playing field. Plus we sit down with Hearing Hearing Clinical Director Jenn Ragusa, Recorded Live From 2024 Summer Games! Episode 595 ShowNotes & Links: 🎧 Follow: Wherever You Get Podcasts 📺Like watching your podcasts? Click here to see full episodes Learn more about Healthy Athletes (One Pager PDF) Learn more about Special Olympics Illinois Health Programming Enjoyed this episode? We have two seasons of our Inclusive Health Series, Produced in collaboration with Special Olympics Health Programming ➕Want bonus content? Join Now at SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS to support the podcast! 🛒Want our Merch? Shop our store at SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP 📱Follow This Podcast on Socials: @SpecialChronicles 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan 📧Email: Send us feedback or a message here 💡Partner: ComEd ✈️Partner: United Airlines 📻Podcast Hosting:Podbean 📡Recording Studio: StreamYard 🥇PSA: 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

Taylor Combs, Director of Health & Wellness with Special Olympics Illinois joins Award-winning Podcast Host and Health Messenger Daniel Smrokowski on the Special Chronicles Podcast's Inclusive Health Series Season 2 Premiere to give us an overview of FIT5. We breakdown the FIT5 Guide with topics ranging from Hydration, Physical Activity, Nutrition, and share personal stories of how FIT5 impacts both of us that will motivate how this personal health and fitness guide can benefit your lifestyle on and off the sports field! Episode 594 ShowNotes & Links: 🎧 Follow: Wherever You Get Podcasts 📺Watch: Full Video Episode Here Inclusive Health Resources: Special Olympics Fit 5 | Fit 5 Guide | Fit 5 Fitness Cards Learn more about Special Olympics Illinois Health Programming Enjoyed this episode? We have two seasons of our Inclusive Health Series, Produced in collaboration with Special Olympics Health Programming ➕Want bonus content? Join Now at SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS to support the podcast! 🛒Want our Merch? Shop our store at SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP 📱Follow This Podcast on Socials: @SpecialChronicles 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan 📧Email: Send us feedback or a message here 💡Partner: ComEd ✈️Partner: United Airlines 📻Podcast Hosting:Podbean 📡Recording Studio: StreamYard 🥇PSA: 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 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

Daniel has a ducktastic time atop 100K Ducks, Niece Lily 1 Year Birthday Celebration, Georgia swims to Wisconsin Dells, and we had a web of fun watching Spiderman Homecoming! Episode 95 ShowNotes & Links: Listen to the Audio Podcast: https://specialchronicles.com/gdpodcast95 Watch Full Video Episode: https://www.youtube.com/live/kQPDVBfvET8?si=L3e0g3CfHuzt6rlQ Movies and Resources: * Spiderman Homecoming (Disney+) * Chicago Ducky Derby benefiting Special Olympics Illinois https://chicagoduckyderby.com Connect with Georgia and Daniel: Follow Wherever You Get Podcasts https://specialchronicles.com/listen/danielandgeorgiashow Georgia on Instagram: https://Instagram.com/peachgeorgia22 Daniel on Instagram: https://instagram.com/podmandan Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/danielandgeorgia Follow us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/danielandgeorgia EMAIL: https://specialchronicles.com/contact Want bonus content? Visit https://SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS to access our bonus content and support the podcast! Want our Merch? Visit https://specialchronicles.com/Shop to shop our Disabled Voices Matter collection! Our Podcast Theme music: “When You Say My Name by Keith Semple and is Used with permission The post GeorgiaandDanielPodcast, Ep.95: Ganiel’s Ducktastic Dells first appeared on Special Chronicles.

Lisa Mannella, Senior Marketing Specialist at ComEd joins Award-winning Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski in studio on the Special Chronicles Podcast's EnergyForce Series S7:Pt8 to give us an overview of the Powering Lives Education Centers and how it benefits you the customer! Throwback to Our Introduction to EnergyForce Program, Virtual Tour of Powering Lives Education Centers, Beneficial for Community, and we cover how accessible and inclusive these centers all for people with disabilities! Episode 593 ShowNotes & Links: 🎧 Follow: Wherever You Get Podcasts 📺Watch: Full Video Episode Here Visit ComEd’s Powering Lives Education Centers at 3420 N. California Ave, Chicago IL, 60618 Learn more and Book a visit at ComEd.com/Education Enjoyed this episode? We have more than 40 episodes on our EnergyForce Series ➕Want bonus content? Join Now at SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS to support the podcast! 🛒Want our Merch? Shop our store at SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP 📱Follow This Podcast on Socials: @SpecialChronicles 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan 📧Email: Send us feedback or a message here 💡Partner: ComEd ✈️Partner: United Airlines 📻Podcast Hosting:Podbean 📡Recording Studio: StreamYard 🥇PSA: 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

Jack Mayor, a Best Buddies Ambassador and ComEd EnergyForce Ambassador sits down on the job with Award-winning Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on the Special Chronicles Podcast's EnergyForce Series S7:Pt7 to prepare for National Disability Employment Month coming up in October. We highlight his role as an EnergyForce Ambassador, his work as an Illinois and Global Ambassador for Best Buddies, his job at Oberweis, Jack's experiences in each role, and how they've helped him with his other employed positions. Episode 592 ShowNotes & Links: 🎧 Follow: Wherever You Get Podcasts 📺Watch: Full Video Episodes Here Learn more about Best Buddies Illinois or your Best Buddies U.S. chapter or International chapter Follow @BestBuddiesIL on Socials: Instagram | Facebook Learn more about ComEd EnergyForce Ambassador Program Follow and Listen to our EnergyForce Podcast Series: Featuring educational energy and solar conversations with ComEd EnergyForce Ambassadors and Staff: ➕Join Now to Access Our Premium Bonus Content and Support The Podcast 🛒Shop: Our Merch Store 📱Follow This Podcast on Socials: @SpecialChronicles 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan 📧Email: Send us feedback or a message here 💡Partner: ComEd ✈️Partner: United Airlines 📻Podcast Hosting:Podbean 📡Recording Studio: StreamYard 🥇PSA: 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

Shakara Robinson, eChannels Senior Manager at ComEd sits down with Award-winning Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on the Special Chronicles Podcast's EnergyForce Series S7:Pt6 to talk about Communication of Energy Efficiency. We talk about Social messages with the customer, ComEd in the Community, and we highlight the importance of the back-and-forth relationship of trust ComEd has with its customers in communicating energy efficiency tips. This episode originally aired September 4, 2023. Episode 591 ShowNotes & Links: 🎧 Follow: Wherever You Get Podcasts [powerpress] 📺Watch: Full Video Episodes Here Follow @ComEd on Socials: X (formally Twitter) | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn Resources mentioned on this episode: Payment Assistance | Ways To Save Learn more about ComEd EnergyForce Ambassador Program Follow and Listen to our EnergyForce Podcast Series: Featuring educational energy and solar conversations with ComEd EnergyForce Ambassadors and Staff ➕Join Now to Access Our Premium Bonus Content and Support The Podcast 🛒Shop: Our Merch Store 📱Follow This Podcast on Socials: @SpecialChronicles 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan 📧Email: Send us feedback or a message here 💡Partner: ComEd ✈️Partner: United Airlines 📻Podcast Hosting:Podbean 📡Recording Studio: StreamYard 🥇PSA: 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

Zachary Berns, a ComEd EnergyForce Ambassador from Shining Abilities, sits down on this Special Chronicles Podcast's EnergyForce Series S7:Pt5 with Award-winning Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski as we spotlight his story and how his organization is serving families in Lake and McHenry Counties through recreational programming for individuals with developmental disabilities. From Challenges to Accomplishments, Becoming an EnergyForce Ambassador, Skills Learned as an EnergyForce Ambassador, Mission of Shining Abilities, Vocational Day Program, Unforgettable Engagements: Pulling the Punch and Shining at Craft Shows, and we dive into Special Olympics Sports Programming. Episode 590 ShowNotes & Links: 🎧 Follow: Wherever You Get Podcasts 📺Watch: Full Video Episodes Here Learn more about Shining Abilities Follow @ShiningAbilities on Social: Instagram | Facebook Learn more about ComEd EnergyForce Ambassador Program Follow and Listen to our EnergyForce Podcast Series: Featuring educational energy and solar conversations with ComEd EnergyForce Ambassadors and Staff: ➕Join Now to Access Our Premium Bonus Content and Support The Podcast 🛒Shop: Our Merch Store 📱Follow This Podcast on Socials: @SpecialChronicles 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan 📧Email: Send us feedback or a message here 💡Partner: ComEd ✈️Partner: United Airlines 📻Podcast Hosting:Podbean 📡Recording Studio: StreamYard 🥇PSA: 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: 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

Francesca Aguilar, Director of Global Sports and Entertainment Partnerships at The Coca-Cola Company sits down on this Special Chronicles Podcast 2 Episode Event with Award-winning Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski for a Behind The Scenes conversation about refreshing Team Coca-Cola, a roster of talented and diverse athletes from around the world. We chat about From Abu Dhabi to Team Coca-Cola: A Journey of Inclusion and Optimism, Highlights from the Barcelona Photoshoot, Joys of Celebrity Status From Trailer to Wardrobe and Makeup, Unifying Global Athletes: Embracing Differences and Celebrating Abilities with Team Coca-Cola, and we encourage you to Follow Team Coca-Cola on Social with #CelebrateEverydayGreatness and #Powerade. Episode 589 ShowNotes & Links: 🎧 Follow wherever you get your podcasts 📺Watch full video here Read more about Team Coca-Cola Follow 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

A Grease Musical Evening to a Funny Night at Dustin Nickerson Comedy, Georgia 36th Birthday Getaway, Podcasting Poolside, Irish Pub Dinner, Birthday Cake Surprise, Daddy Daycare Movie in the Park, and we recap Independence Day holiday. Join us on a very special unplugged birthday celebration Recorded Poolside! Episode 94 ShowNotes & Links: Listen to the Audio Podcast: https://specialchronicles.com/gdpodcast94 Watch Full Video Episode: https://youtu.be/eBDRXxGyh24?si=5X6-9wPAH5fIKrPy Movies, & Organizations: * Dustin Nickerson Comedy -- Tour, Podcast, Book: https://www.dustinnickerson.com * Daddy Daycare (2003): https://specialchronicles.com/watchdaddycarecaremovie Connect with Georgia and Daniel: New Episodes Monthly: Follow Wherever You Get Podcasts at https://specialchronicles.com/listen/danielandgeorgiashow/ Georgia on Instagram: https://Instagram.com/peachgeorgia22 Daniel on Instagram: https://instagram.com/podmandan Follow the Podcast on: Instagram: https://instagram.com/danielandgeorgia Follow the Podcast on Facebook: https://facebook.com/danielandgeorgia EMAIL: https://specialchronicles.com/contact SUPPORT: https://specialchronicles.com/Give Go to https://SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS for Special Chronicles PLUS to Access Our Premium Bonus Content, Behind The Scenes Footage, and to help support the show! MERCH: https://specialchronicles.com/Shop Partners: ComEd | United Services: Podbean | StreamYard Pledge: #InclusionRevolution Our Podcast Theme music: “When You Say My Name by Keith Semple and is Used with permission The post GeorgiaandDanielPodcast, Ep.94: Ganiel’s Poolside Birthday first appeared on Special Chronicles.

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 here Read more about Team Coca-Cola Follow 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 here Learn more about Respect Ability The 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: YouTube Follow Sean McColl on Instagram: @mccollsean Learn 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| @podmandan Contact: Email Partners: ComEd | United Services: Podbean | StreamYard Pledge: #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

We explain why we delayed this month’s episode, We recap the 2024 SOILLSummerGames, Daniel volunteered with Athlete Leadership and Health Messenger activities, Georgia received silver medal in bocce, Daniel coached Chicago Bears Tight End Cole Kmet at United Airlines O’Hare Airport, 2014 Annie movie was comically musical, and a Wrinkle in Time was family adventurous. Plus, Daniel travels to Washington Dulles and we have emotional farewell messages to our friend Karen Milligan and Opportunity Knocks’ Kim. Episode 93 ShowNotes & Links: Listen to the Audio Podcast: https://specialchronicles.com/gdpodcast93 Watch Full Video Episode: https://youtu.be/Y040B3Ggo6Y Movies, & Organizations: * Annie (2014) — DisneyPlus * A Wrinkle In Time (2018) - DisneyPlus * Opportunity Knocks: https://www.opportunityknocksnow.org Connect with Georgia and Daniel: New Episodes Monthly: Follow Wherever You Get Podcasts at https://specialchronicles.com/listen/danielandgeorgiashow/ Georgia on Instagram: https://Instagram.com/peachgeorgia22 Daniel on Instagram: https://instagram.com/podmandan Follow the Podcast on: Instagram: https://instagram.com/danielandgeorgia Follow the Podcast on Facebook: https://facebook.com/danielandgeorgia EMAIL: https://specialchronicles.com/contact SUPPORT: https://specialchronicles.com/Give Go to https://SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS for Special Chronicles PLUS to Access Our Premium Bonus Content, Behind The Scenes Footage, and to help support the show! MERCH: https://specialchronicles.com/Shop Partners: ComEd | United Services: Podbean | StreamYard Pledge: #InclusionRevolution Our Podcast Theme music: “When You Say My Name by Keith Semple and is Used with permission The post GeorgiaandDanielPodcast, Ep.93: Ganiel’s Summer Games first appeared on Special Chronicles.

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| @podmandan Contact: Email Partners: ComEd | United Services: Podbean | StreamYard Pledge: #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: Shop Socials: @SpecialChronicles| @podmandan Contact: Email Partners: ComEd | United Services: Podbean | StreamYard Pledge: #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 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| @podmandan Contact: Email Partners: ComEd | United Services: Podbean | StreamYard Pledge: #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 Here New 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 HERE Watch 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: Shop Socials: @SpecialChronicles| @podmandan Contact: Email Partners: ComEd | United Services: Podbean | StreamYard Pledge: #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 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| @podmandan Contact: Email Partners: ComEd | United Services: Podbean | StreamYard Pledge: #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/RetailEvents Comed.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: Shop Socials: @SpecialChronicles| @podmandan Contact: Email Partners: ComEd | United Services: Podbean | StreamYard Pledge: #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 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 Resources Special Olympics’ Fit5 Guide Special Olympics’ My Health 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| @podmandan Contact: Email Partners: ComEd | United Services: Podbean | StreamYard Pledge: #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