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Special Chronicles Podcast

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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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On The Job with Margaret Goodman, IAD | Unified at Work Series S5:Pt7 | Ep.599

Saturday Oct 05, 2024

Saturday Oct 05, 2024

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:

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

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Call To Unite Podcast with Tim Shriver | Extra Rebroadcast Episode

Monday Sep 30, 2024

Monday Sep 30, 2024

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:

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

 

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Strong Minds | Inclusive Health Series S2:Pt5 | Ep.598

Monday Sep 30, 2024

Monday Sep 30, 2024

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:

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

 

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Inclusive Advocacy | Inclusive Health Series S2:Pt4 | Ep.597

Monday Sep 23, 2024

Monday Sep 23, 2024

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:

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

 

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Healthy Habits | Inclusive Health Series S2:Pt3 | Ep.596

Monday Sep 16, 2024

Monday Sep 16, 2024

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:

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

 

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Healthy Athletes | Inclusive Health Series S2:Pt2 | Ep.595

Monday Sep 09, 2024

Monday Sep 09, 2024

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:

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

 

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FIT5 | Inclusive Health Series S2:Pt1 | Ep.594

Monday Sep 02, 2024

Monday Sep 02, 2024

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:

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

 

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Powering Lives Education Centers | Ep.593

Monday Aug 26, 2024

Monday Aug 26, 2024

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:

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

 

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On The Job with Jack Mayor | Ep.592

Monday Aug 19, 2024

Monday Aug 19, 2024

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:

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

 

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Communicating Energy Efficiency | Ep.591

Monday Aug 12, 2024

Monday Aug 12, 2024

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:

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

 

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