In this special two-part episode of the Pop-Up Podcast, we’re live from the NDSC Conference in Dallas 2025 with two unforgettable guests who are showing the world what’s possible. 

First up: Matthew Schwab: speaker, actor, advocate, and best friend of the podcast! He is back with huge updates. From moving into a new home with his fiancée Lucia to premiering his first feature film Horse Girls at the Tribeca Film Festival, Matthew is living his best life and bringing us along for the ride. 

In Matthew’s segment, you’ll hear: 

Then: fan-favorite Kayla Kosmalski takes the mic! As the first person with Down syndrome to narrate a feature film about her own life, Kayla is rewriting the script on representation. 

In Kayla’s segment, you’ll hear: 

Together, Matthew and Kayla remind us that passion, purpose, and persistence make anything possible. From the ballroom to the big screen, from dorm rooms to leadership stages, these two are not just making moves, they’re making history. 

Watch the video version of this episode https://www.youtube.com/@alittlesomethingextra