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Disabled Voices Matter! As an award-winning intellectual disability advocate and host of the Special Chronicles Podcast, Daniel Smrokowski tells special needs stories from an insider’s perspective. “PodmanDan” is himself a person with special needs. As your weekly guide to finding joy and acceptance, Special Chronicles offers entertaining and informational disability conversations.
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Monday Dec 25, 2023
Special Olympics Hawaii Holiday Classic | Ep.558
Monday Dec 25, 2023
Monday Dec 25, 2023
On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast: Carter Sanders, Special Olympics athlete from Chicago, sits down with award-winning Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski for a candid and fun conversation to recap his recent travels to SO Hawaii Holiday Classic, competing in bocce, and favorite memories from his trip to Hawaii during the holiday season!
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Episode 558 ShowNotes & Links Mentioned On This Episode:
- Connect with your local Special Olympics Program
- Learn more about Easterseals Chicago HERE
- Support This Podcast: Make a donation to our 2024 Giving Campaign right HERE
- Shop Our Merch Store: Shop Our Disabled Voices Matter Collection HERE
Connect with Special Chronicles:
- Follow this podcast on social media: @SpecialChronicles
- Join Our Newsletter: Subscribe to our Mailing List
- Send your audio and email feedback to: feedback@specialchronicles.com
- Rate and Review this show wherever you listen to your favorite shows!
Connect with Host Daniel Smrokowski:
- Follow Daniel Smrokowski on Social Media: @podmandan
- Join Daniel's Mailing List: Subscribe to Daniel’s SSIGM Journal
- WATCH ‘From Challenges To Opportunity’ (Full Talk) HERE
- Book Daniel to speak at your event: Daniel's Official Speaking Page
Credits:
- 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
Thank you to our partners!
ComEd EnergyForce Program: The country’s first energy-efficiency education program designed for and taught by people with disabilities. Visit specialchronicles.com/comed for energy and solar efficiency resources and to learn more about EnergyForce Program.
United Airlines: United's Bridge Disability Business Resource Group is committed to being an ally for all employees and customers with disabilities and is connecting people of all abilities. Visit specialchronicles.com/united to learn more on United’s commitment to disability inclusion for employment and travel.
Special Chronicles is hosted by Podbean Podcast Hosting, the easiest, most affordable option to get started in podcasting. Sign up for an unlimited hosting plan and Get One Month Free Now to get started in podcasting today when you visit SpecialChronicles.com/Podbean.
Our livestreams are powered by StreamYard, the easiest way to create professional livestreams. StreamYard is a live streaming studio in your browser. Interview guests, share your screen, and much more. Stream directly to Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, and other platforms. Sign up for StreamYard today using our StreamYard Referral Link when you visit SpecialChronicles.com/StreamYard
Sign The Inclusion Revolution Pledge! Today, our world is more divided than ever and coming together has never been more urgent. Visit JoinTheRevolution.org to commit to overcome the fear of difference and replace it with the power of inclusion. Join us and #ChooseToInclude.
Monday Dec 18, 2023
Monday Dec 18, 2023
On this rebroadcast episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast’s Unified at Work Series S4:Pt10: United Airlines Chief Diversity Equity & Inclusion Officer Jessica Muench and Chief Operations Officer Toby Enqvist sits down with award-winning Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski for a candid and honest conversation about disability inclusion, how to make travel more accessible and United’s part in the Inclusion Revolution.
This episode was recorded from United's Polaris Club at O'Hare International Airport and originally aired April 18, 2020
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Episode 557 ShowNotes & Links Mentioned On This Episode:
- Follow Jessica Kimbrough on X: @justrustme
- Follow Toby Enqvist on X: @tobyatunited
- 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
- Follow and Listen to our Unified at Work Series to hear more conversations about the meaning of inclusive employment.
- Tune in to this Playlist to hear a collection of conversations with United’s SOSAs from Chicago, Denver and Houston.
- Support This Podcast: Make a donation to our 2024 Giving Campaign right HERE
- Shop Our Merch Store: Shop Our Disabled Voices Matter Collection HERE
Connect with Special Chronicles:
- Follow this podcast on social media: @SpecialChronicles
- Join Our Mailing List: Subscribe to our Newsletter
- Send your audio and email feedback to: feedback@specialchronicles.com
- Rate and Review this show wherever you listen to your favorite shows!
Connect with Host Daniel Smrokowski:
- Follow Daniel Smrokowski on Social Media: @podmandan
- Join Daniel's Mailing List: Subscribe to Daniel’s SSIGM Journal
- WATCH ‘From Challenges To Opportunity’ (Full Talk) HERE
- Book Daniel to speak at your event: Daniel's Official Speaking Page
Credits:
- 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
Thank you to our partners!
ComEd EnergyForce Program: The country’s first energy-efficiency education program designed for and taught by people with disabilities. Visit specialchronicles.com/comed for energy and solar efficiency resources and to learn more about EnergyForce Program.
United Airlines: United's Bridge Disability Business Resource Group is committed to being an ally for all employees and customers with disabilities and is connecting people of all abilities. Visit specialchronicles.com/united to learn more on United’s commitment to disability inclusion for employment and travel.
Special Chronicles is hosted by Podbean Podcast Hosting, the easiest, most affordable option to get started in podcasting. Sign up for an unlimited hosting plan and Get One Month Free Now to get started in podcasting today when you visit SpecialChronicles.com/Podbean.
Our livestreams are powered by StreamYard, the easiest way to create professional livestreams. StreamYard is a live streaming studio in your browser. Interview guests, share your screen, and much more. Stream directly to Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, and other platforms. Sign up for StreamYard today using our StreamYard Referral Link when you visit SpecialChronicles.com/StreamYard
Sign The Inclusion Revolution Pledge! Today, our world is more divided than ever and coming together has never been more urgent. Visit JoinTheRevolution.org to commit to overcome the fear of difference and replace it with the power of inclusion. Join us and #ChooseToInclude.
Monday Dec 11, 2023
On The Job with Steve Restivo | Unified at Work Series S4:Pt9 | Ep.556
Monday Dec 11, 2023
Monday Dec 11, 2023
On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast’s Unified at Work Series S4:Pt9: Steve Restivo, Vice President of Global Communications at United Airlines, joins Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski for a conversation about inclusive employment and United's SOSA Program, Accessibility Showcase, and how inclusion is the story of an airline when Good Leads The Way!
Listen full episode here:
New episodes drop every Monday so be sure to subscribe so you never miss one!
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Special Chronicles Podcast Episode 556 ShowNotes & Links Mentioned On This Episode:
- Watch Video for global accessibility day
- Link to Social Story HERE: a Social Story helps prepare people with disabilities, children or anyone for travel.
- Connect with Steve Restivo on LinkedIn
- Follow @United on Social Media: X, Instagram, TikTok
- 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
- Listen to our Unified at Work Series to hear more conversations about the meaning of inclusive employment.
- Tune in to this Playlist to hear a collection of conversations with United’s SOSAs from Chicago, Denver and Houston.
- Support This Podcast: Make a donation to our 2024 Giving Campaign right HERE
- Shop Our Merch Store: Shop Our Disabled Voices Matter Collection HERE
Connect with Special Chronicles:
- Follow this podcast on social media: @SpecialChronicles
- Join Our Mailing List: Subscribe to our Newsletter
- Send your audio and email feedback to: feedback@specialchronicles.com
- Rate and Review this show wherever you listen to your favorite shows!
Connect with Host Daniel Smrokowski:
- Follow Daniel Smrokowski on Social Media: @podmandan
- Join Daniel's Mailing List: Subscribe to Daniel’s SSIGM Journal
- WATCH ‘From Challenges To Opportunity’ (Full Talk) HERE
- Book Daniel to speak at your event: Daniel's Official Speaking Page
Credits:
- 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
Thank you to our partners!
ComEd EnergyForce Program: The country’s first energy-efficiency education program designed for and taught by people with disabilities. Visit specialchronicles.com/comed for energy and solar efficiency resources and to learn more about EnergyForce Program.
United Airlines: United's Bridge Disability Business Resource Group is committed to being an ally for all employees and customers with disabilities and is connecting people of all abilities. Visit specialchronicles.com/united to learn more on United’s commitment to disability inclusion for employment and travel.
Special Chronicles is hosted by Podbean Podcast Hosting, the easiest, most affordable option to get started in podcasting. Sign up for an unlimited hosting plan and Get One Month Free Now to get started in podcasting today when you visit SpecialChronicles.com/Podbean.
Our livestreams are powered by StreamYard, the easiest way to create professional livestreams. StreamYard is a live streaming studio in your browser. Interview guests, share your screen, and much more. Stream directly to Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, and other platforms. Sign up for StreamYard today using our StreamYard Referral Link when you visit SpecialChronicles.com/StreamYard
Sign The Inclusion Revolution Pledge! Today, our world is more divided than ever and coming together has never been more urgent. Visit JoinTheRevolution.org to commit to overcome the fear of difference and replace it with the power of inclusion. Join us and #ChooseToInclude.
Monday Dec 04, 2023
Holiday Lights | EnergyForce Series S6:Pt10 | Ep.555
Monday Dec 04, 2023
Monday Dec 04, 2023
On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast’s EnergyForce Series S6:Pt10: Carter Sanders, a ComEd EnergyForce Ambassador from Easterseals returns on the show to join Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski as we talk all about the Holiday Lights events.
We recap our experience working these Holiday Lights events and encourage why you should join us this year and attend a Holiday Lights event this year!
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New episodes drop every Monday so be sure to subscribe so you never miss one!
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Special Chronicles Podcast Episode 555 ShowNotes & Links Mentioned On This Episode:
- Learn more about ComEd's Holiday Lights events HERE
- Connect with Easterseals Serving Chicagoland and Rockford: EastersealsChicago.org
- Listen to previous episodes of this podcast featuring Carter
- Learn more about ComEd EnergyForce Ambassador Program
- Listen and Follow our ComEd EnergyForce Series for more conversations with ComEd EnergyForce Ambassadors, staff, and educational lessons on energy and solar efficiency
- Support This Podcast: Make a donation to our 2024 Giving Campaign right HERE
- Shop Our Merch Store: Show your support for Special Chronicles and Shop Our Store HERE
- Watch Livestream: Watch full video episodes here
- Follow this podcast on social media: @SpecialChronicles
- Join Our Mailing List: Subscribe to our Newsletter
- Send your audio and email feedback to: feedback@specialchronicles.com
- Rate and Review this show wherever you listen to your favorite shows!
- Follow Daniel Smrokowski on Social Media: @podmandan
- Join Daniel's Mailing List: Subscribe to Daniel’s SSIGM Journal
- WATCH ‘From Challenges To Opportunity’ (Full Talk) HERE
- Book Daniel to speak at your event: Daniel's Official Speaking Page
- 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
Thank you to our partners!
ComEd EnergyForce Program: The country’s first energy-efficiency education program designed for and taught by people with disabilities. Visit specialchronicles.com/comed for energy and solar efficiency resources and to learn more about EnergyForce Program.
United Airlines: United's Bridge Disability Business Resource Group is committed to being an ally for all employees and customers with disabilities and is connecting people of all abilities. Visit specialchronicles.com/united to learn more on United’s commitment to disability inclusion for employment and travel.
Special Chronicles is hosted by Podbean Podcast Hosting, the easiest, most affordable option to get started in podcasting. Sign up for an unlimited hosting plan and Get One Month Free Now to get started in podcasting today when you visit SpecialChronicles.com/Podbean.
Our livestreams are powered by StreamYard, the easiest way to create professional livestreams. StreamYard is a live streaming studio in your browser. Interview guests, share your screen, and much more. Stream directly to Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, and other platforms. Sign up for StreamYard today using our StreamYard Referral Link when you visit SpecialChronicles.com/StreamYard
Sign The Inclusion Revolution Pledge! Today, our world is more divided than ever and coming together has never been more urgent. Visit JoinTheRevolution.org to commit to overcome the fear of difference and replace it with the power of inclusion. Join us and #ChooseToInclude.
Monday Nov 27, 2023
Season of Giving | Ep.554
Monday Nov 27, 2023
Monday Nov 27, 2023
On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast: Join Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski for our annual Year-End Giving Campaign Episode! We hear from a few of our supporters on the impact of Special Chronicles on the community; highlight our 15th Anniversary; and we encourage you to support Special Chronicles so we can continue producing our weekly podcasts and mission.
Listen full episode here:
New episodes drop every Monday so be sure to subscribe so you never miss one!
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Special Chronicles Podcast Episode 554 ShowNotes & Links Mentioned On This Episode:
- Listen to episode 552 of this podcast as we celebrated our 15th Anniversary in a 2-hour retrospective episode of a few of our most impactful episodes over the years.
- Watch “Special Chronicles Impact on Community” video
- Support This Podcast: Make a donation to our 2024 Giving Campaign right HERE
- Shop Our Merch Store: Show your support for Special Chronicles and Shop Our Store HERE
- Watch Livestream: Watch full video episodes here
- Follow this podcast on social media: @SpecialChronicles
- Join Our Mailing List: Subscribe to our Newsletter
- Send your audio and email feedback to: feedback@specialchronicles.com
- Rate and Review this show wherever you listen to your favorite shows!
- Follow Daniel Smrokowski on Social Media: @podmandan
- Join Daniel's Mailing List: Subscribe to Daniel’s SSIGM Journal
- WATCH ‘From Challenges To Opportunity’ (Full Talk) HERE
- Book Daniel to speak at your event: Daniel's Official Speaking Page
- 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
Thank you to our partners!
ComEd EnergyForce Program: The country’s first energy-efficiency education program designed for and taught by people with disabilities. Visit specialchronicles.com/comed for energy and solar efficiency resources and to learn more about EnergyForce Program.
United Airlines: United's Bridge Disability Business Resource Group is committed to being an ally for all employees and customers with disabilities and is connecting people of all abilities. Visit specialchronicles.com/united to learn more on United’s commitment to disability inclusion for employment and travel.
Special Chronicles is hosted by Podbean Podcast Hosting, the easiest, most affordable option to get started in podcasting. Sign up for an unlimited hosting plan and Get One Month Free Now to get started in podcasting today when you visit SpecialChronicles.com/Podbean.
Our livestreams are powered by StreamYard, the easiest way to create professional livestreams. StreamYard is a live streaming studio in your browser. Interview guests, share your screen, and much more. Stream directly to Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, and other platforms. Sign up for StreamYard today using our StreamYard Referral Link when you visit SpecialChronicles.com/StreamYard
Sign The Inclusion Revolution Pledge! Today, our world is more divided than ever and coming together has never been more urgent. Visit JoinTheRevolution.org to commit to overcome the fear of difference and replace it with the power of inclusion. Join us and #ChooseToInclude.
Monday Nov 20, 2023
Disabled Voices Matter | Ep.553
Monday Nov 20, 2023
Monday Nov 20, 2023
On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast: Join Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski as he talks about our new "Disabled Voices Matter" collection on our Merch Store, managed by Outshine Labels! Backstory of how we came up with this design and how this new line of Merch is connected to our mission at Special Chronicles. Plus, we dive into a few listener comments on the launch of our new Merch Store!
Listen full episode here:
New episodes drop every Monday so be sure to subscribe so you never miss one!
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Special Chronicles Podcast Episode 553 ShowNotes & Links Mentioned On This Episode:
- Outshine Labels episode conversation with Outshine Labels Founder & CEO Jessica Connor
- Shop Our Merch Store: Show your support for Special Chronicles and Shop Our Store HERE
- Support This Podcast: Make a donation to our 2024 Giving Campaign right HERE
- Watch Livestream: Watch full video episodes here
- Follow this podcast on social media: @SpecialChronicles
- Join Our Mailing List: Subscribe to our Newsletter
- Send your audio and email feedback to: feedback@specialchronicles.com
- Rate and Review this show wherever you listen to your favorite shows!
- Follow Daniel Smrokowski on Social Media: @podmandan
- Join Daniel's Mailing List: Subscribe to Daniel’s SSIGM Journal
- WATCH ‘From Challenges To Opportunity’ (Full Talk) HERE
- Book Daniel to speak at your event: Daniel's Official Speaking Page
- 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
Thank you to our partners!
ComEd EnergyForce Program: The country’s first energy-efficiency education program designed for and taught by people with disabilities. Visit specialchronicles.com/comed for energy and solar efficiency resources and to learn more about EnergyForce Program.
United Airlines: United's Bridge Disability Business Resource Group is committed to being an ally for all employees and customers with disabilities and is connecting people of all abilities. Visit specialchronicles.com/united to learn more on United’s commitment to disability inclusion for employment and travel.
Special Chronicles is hosted by Podbean Podcast Hosting, the easiest, most affordable option to get started in podcasting. Sign up for an unlimited hosting plan and Get One Month Free Now to get started in podcasting today when you visit SpecialChronicles.com/Podbean.
Our livestreams are powered by StreamYard, the easiest way to create professional livestreams. StreamYard is a live streaming studio in your browser. Interview guests, share your screen, and much more. Stream directly to Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, and other platforms. Sign up for StreamYard today using our StreamYard Referral Link when you visit SpecialChronicles.com/StreamYard
Sign The Inclusion Revolution Pledge! Today, our world is more divided than ever and coming together has never been more urgent. Visit JoinTheRevolution.org to commit to overcome the fear of difference and replace it with the power of inclusion. Join us and #ChooseToInclude.
Monday Nov 13, 2023
Our 15th Anniversary Celebration | Ep.552
Monday Nov 13, 2023
Monday Nov 13, 2023
On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast: Join us for our Special Chronicles 15th Year Anniversary Celebration. We’ll highlight a few of our most impactful episodes over the years, kickoff our year-end Giving Campaign, and launch our new Merch Store, managed by Outshine Labels.
Listen full episode here:
New episodes drop every Monday so be sure to subscribe so you never miss one!
Watch full Video here:
Special Chronicles Podcast Episode 552 ShowNotes & Links Mentioned On This Episode:
- Support This Podcast: Make a donation to this Podcast right HERE
- Shop Our Merch Store: Show your support for Special Chronicles and Shop Our Store HERE
- Early Days clips:
- SCP02 -- first speech Daniel gave for Special Olympics in 2009 to high school students
- SCP10 -- Interview with Daniel's mom on raising a son with challenges
- SCP55 -- 2013 Interview with Ben and Amy Wright, co-founders of Bitty & Beau's Coffee
- SCP98 -- 2014 Interview with Rob Johnson
- SCP319 -- Interview with actor John Ross Bowie from ABC’s Speechless
- Special Olympics Clips:
- Ep.301 -- Live Interview with Tim Shriver, Chairman of Special Olympics
- SCP292 -- Hanna Atkinson, Athlete Leader and SSIGM from SO Colorado
- Ep.506 -- Ian Harper, Athlete Leader and SSIGM from SO Great Britain
- Ep.528 -- Loretta Clairborne, Special Olympics Chief Inspiration Officer
- Ep.531 -- Special Olympics World Games Berlin 2023 CEO Sven Albrecht
- Missouri Talk 2022 -- Watch Daniel's Talk "From Challenges To Opportunity" in Missouri
- ComEd, United Airlines and Coca-Cola Clips:
- Ep.546 -- Michelle Ptsazek, co-founder of ComEd EnergyForce Ambassador Program
Connect with Special Chronicles:
- Follow this podcast on social media: @SpecialChronicles
- Join Our Mailing List: Subscribe to our Newsletter
- Send your audio and email feedback to: feedback@specialchronicles.com
- Rate and Review this show wherever you listen to your favorite shows!
Connect with Host Daniel Smrokowski:
- Follow Daniel Smrokowski on Social Media: @podmandan
- Join Daniel's Mailing List: Subscribe to Daniel’s SSIGM Journal
- WATCH ‘From Challenges To Opportunity’ (Full Talk) HERE
- Book Daniel to speak at your event: Daniel's Official Speaking Page
Credits:
- 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
Thank you to our partners!
ComEd EnergyForce Program: The country’s first energy-efficiency education program designed for and taught by people with disabilities. Visit specialchronicles.com/comed for energy and solar efficiency resources and to learn more about EnergyForce Program.
United Airlines: United's Bridge Disability Business Resource Group is committed to being an ally for all employees and customers with disabilities and is connecting people of all abilities. Visit specialchronicles.com/united to learn more on United’s commitment to disability inclusion for employment and travel.
Special Chronicles is hosted by Podbean Podcast Hosting, the easiest, most affordable option to get started in podcasting. Sign up for an unlimited hosting plan and Get One Month Free Now to get started in podcasting today when you visit SpecialChronicles.com/Podbean.
Our livestreams are powered by StreamYard, the easiest way to create professional livestreams. StreamYard is a live streaming studio in your browser. Interview guests, share your screen, and much more. Stream directly to Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, and other platforms. Sign up for StreamYard today using our StreamYard Referral Link when you visit SpecialChronicles.com/StreamYard
Sign The Inclusion Revolution Pledge! Today, our world is more divided than ever and coming together has never been more urgent. Visit JoinTheRevolution.org to commit to overcome the fear of difference and replace it with the power of inclusion. Join us and #ChooseToInclude.
Monday Nov 06, 2023
Monday Nov 06, 2023
On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast’s EnergyForce Series S6:Pt9: we rebroadcast our conversation with Jessica Frantz, a ComEd EnergyForce Legacy Ambassador from Misericordia, who has been with the ComEd EnergyForce Program since the beginning.
Jessica joins Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski to talk about her role as an EnergyForce Ambassador, the nation’s first energy efficiency program taught by people with disabilities, and much more of Jessica’s impactful story!
This episode originally aired on June 7, 2021.
Listen full episode here:
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Special Chronicles Podcast Episode 551 ShowNotes & Links Mentioned On This Episode:
- Learn more about Misericordia: misericordia.com
- Learn more about ComEd EnergyForce Ambassador Program
- Listen and Follow our ComEd EnergyForce Series for more conversations with ComEd EnergyForce Ambassadors, staff, and educational lessons on energy and solar efficiency
- Support This Podcast: Make a donation to this Podcast right HERE
- Watch Livestream: Watch full video episodes here
- Follow this podcast on social media: @SpecialChronicles
- Join Our Mailing List: Subscribe to our Newsletter
- Send your audio and email feedback to: feedback@specialchronicles.com
- Rate and Review this show wherever you listen to your favorite shows!
- Follow Daniel Smrokowski on Social Media: @podmandan
- Join Daniel's Mailing List: Subscribe to Daniel’s SSIGM Journal
- WATCH ‘From Challenges To Opportunity’ (Full Talk) HERE
- Book Daniel to speak at your event: Daniel's Official Speaking Page
- 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
Thank you to our partners!
ComEd EnergyForce Program: The country’s first energy-efficiency education program designed for and taught by people with disabilities. Visit specialchronicles.com/comed for energy and solar efficiency resources and to learn more about EnergyForce Program.
United Airlines: United's Bridge Disability Business Resource Group is committed to being an ally for all employees and customers with disabilities and is connecting people of all abilities. Visit specialchronicles.com/united to learn more on United’s commitment to disability inclusion for employment and travel.
Special Chronicles is hosted by Podbean Podcast Hosting, the easiest, most affordable option to get started in podcasting. Sign up for an unlimited hosting plan and Get One Month Free Now to get started in podcasting today when you visit SpecialChronicles.com/Podbean.
Our livestreams are powered by StreamYard, the easiest way to create professional livestreams. StreamYard is a live streaming studio in your browser. Interview guests, share your screen, and much more. Stream directly to Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, and other platforms. Sign up for StreamYard today using our StreamYard Referral Link when you visit SpecialChronicles.com/StreamYard
Sign The Inclusion Revolution Pledge! Today, our world is more divided than ever and coming together has never been more urgent. Visit JoinTheRevolution.org to commit to overcome the fear of difference and replace it with the power of inclusion. Join us and #ChooseToInclude.
Monday Oct 30, 2023
Monday Oct 30, 2023
On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast’s Unified at Work Series S4: Pt8: We're On The Job Celebrating our 4 Year Work Anniversary featuring a conversation with Jonna McGrath, VP Denver Hub at United Airlines who began the Special Olympics Service Ambassador (SOSA) Program in Chicago.
We recount the early days of United's SOSA Program; Impact SOSA's have on United Family; and we dive into how Inclusion is the story of an airline when Good Leads The Way! Join us in celebration of our 4 Year Workiversary at United Airlines!
Listen full episode here:
New episodes drop every Monday so be sure to subscribe so you never miss one!
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Special Chronicles Podcast Episode 550 ShowNotes & Links Mentioned On This Episode:
- Connect with Jonna McGrath on LinkedIn or Instagram
- Book your travel today on United.com or on the award-winning United mobile app.
- Link to Social Story HERE: a Social Story helps prepare people with disabilities, children or anyone for travel.
- Learn more about United’s commitment to disability inclusion for employment and travel HERE
- Follow and Listen to our Unified at Work Series featuring more conversations about the meaning of inclusive employment.
- Tune in to this Playlist to hear a collection of conversations with United’s SOSAs from Chicago, Denver and Houston.
- Support This Podcast: Make a donation to this Podcast right HERE
- Watch Livestream: Watch full video episodes here
- Follow this podcast on social media: @SpecialChronicles
- Join Our Mailing List: Subscribe to our Newsletter
- Send your audio and email feedback to: feedback@specialchronicles.com
- Rate and Review this show wherever you listen to your favorite shows!
- Follow Daniel Smrokowski on Social Media: @podmandan
- Join Daniel's Mailing List: Subscribe to Daniel’s SSIGM Journal
- WATCH ‘From Challenges To Opportunity’ (Full Talk) HERE
- Book Daniel to speak at your event: Daniel's Official Speaking Page
- 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
Thank you to our partners!
ComEd EnergyForce Program: The country’s first energy-efficiency education program designed for and taught by people with disabilities. Visit specialchronicles.com/comed for energy and solar efficiency resources and to learn more about EnergyForce Program.
United Airlines: United's Bridge Disability Business Resource Group is committed to being an ally for all employees and customers with disabilities and is connecting people of all abilities. Visit specialchronicles.com/united to learn more on United’s commitment to disability inclusion for employment and travel.
Special Chronicles is hosted by Podbean Podcast Hosting, the easiest, most affordable option to get started in podcasting. Sign up for an unlimited hosting plan and Get One Month Free Now to get started in podcasting today when you visit SpecialChronicles.com/Podbean.
Our livestreams are powered by StreamYard, the easiest way to create professional livestreams. StreamYard is a live streaming studio in your browser. Interview guests, share your screen, and much more. Stream directly to Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, and other platforms. Sign up for StreamYard today using our StreamYard Referral Link when you visit SpecialChronicles.com/StreamYard
Sign The Inclusion Revolution Pledge! Today, our world is more divided than ever and coming together has never been more urgent. Visit JoinTheRevolution.org to commit to overcome the fear of difference and replace it with the power of inclusion. Join us and #ChooseToInclude.
Monday Oct 23, 2023
Pulling For Inclusion LIVE From Washington Dulles | Ep.549
Monday Oct 23, 2023
Monday Oct 23, 2023
On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast: we're pulling for Inclusion at Special Olympics Virginia (SOVA) Plane Pull, recorded from Washington Dulles. Join us as we bring you on stage and hear from SOVA President David Thomason, SOVA Global Messenger Alex Burns, United Washington Chief Pilot Capt. Jill Mills, and International Global Messenger Daniel Smrokowski who is also one of the Original Service Ambassadors at United Airlines.
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