Sammie Smiles

In the first episode of season 2, Sammie interviews Shan Dunwoody, an accomplished artist, designer, director and creative. Shawn has dabbled in many different forms of art. He travels the world doing amazing murals. One of those murals is in Sammie's hometown and happens to be in the background of her author photo. Find out about their chance meeting and some fun back stories about Shawn's inspiring work. This episode will have you smiling from start to finish and will make you want to create some art by the end. Don't forget to listen at the end for the rapid fire round and what makes Shawn smile.

In this episode Sammie talks to Lucy, the founder of Lucy's Love Blankets. Lucy has been sewing blankets for those that need it most. Find out about her mission and how she started. Sammie and Lucy were both recently part of America Strong series on ABC. They are also Giving Tuesday Sparks leaders. Find out their upcoming plans that involve kindness. These girls are great examples that age doesn't matter when you want to make a difference. Stay tuned until the end to find out what makes Lucy smile. This is the episode that wraps up year one for Sammie Smiles podcast! Much more to come in season 2.

In this Day of the Girl episode, Sammie talks with Juliette Blake, co-founder and CEO of Miss O and Friends. Miss O and Friends is a safe community for girls to connect. It is a tween and teen social networking site by girls for girls. Sammie has been involved as an ambassador for a few years and has loved meeting and getting in touch with girls with similar interests and also encouraging those that need it. Find out why Juliette started Miss O and the importance of having a safe and fun environment. Stay tuned until the end for the fun rapid fire round and what makes Juliette Smile.

In this episode Sammie talks with Dr. Chris Yandle. Known by many for his daily lunch notes to his kids he has been a guest on the Today show and recently Kelly Clarkson Show. Sammie and Chris both share the love of writing letters and cheering people up. This is a great 50th episode. Don't miss the rapid fire round and what makes Chris smile.

In this episode Sammie talks with Yuri Williams, founder of A Future Super Hero and Friends and co-host of Thank Good It's Friday podcast. Yuri's mission is to help those in need. His vision: To improve the quality of life and restoring the dignity of those we serve by meeting their needs and restoring their hope through the demonstration of love. Yuri has helped so many and many times wearing a superhero costume. Find out more about Yuri, what motivates him and how both Sammie and him have spread kindness in 50 states in their different initiatives. Put your cape on and get ready to fly on this inspiring episode full of the power of kindness and as always, lots of smiles.

In this episode Sammie talks to Chelsea Phaire, founder of Chelsea's Charity. If you like art and giving and inspiration, then this is a conversation you won't want to miss. Sammie and Chelsea have been connected for a few years through Giving Tuesday Sparks and they talk about the importance of teamwork and giving to others. Find out why Chelsea decided to start her charity and why art supplies to so important to get out to people. Please listen until the end to find out what makes Chelsea Smile.

In this episode Sammie talks with Braden Baker, who brings inspiration and hearing aid awareness around the country and world. He has been on the Ellen Show, part of the Marvel Hero Project and H&M Role Models. Find out why his mission is so important to him and how many he has been able to impact. Sammie and Braden discuss why it is so important to not just talk the talk but walk the walk. Get ready to be inspired and smile on this great episode. Don't forget to listen until the end for the rapid fire round and to find out what makes Braden smile.

In this episode Sammie talks to Kate Gilman Williams. Kate is the founder of Kids Can Save Animals. She is an author, just released a song, started a new venture with Microsoft and returned from an amazing trip to Africa. Find out about Kate's passion for wildlife and what she is doing to help endangered animals. Sammie and Kate both feel that their voice can make a difference for good in this world and work at inspiring others. You will love these girls talking about what is really important. Don't forget to listen until the end to find out what makes Kate smile.

Just in time for the start of football season Sammie interviews one of the greatest football players of all time, Rod Woodson. Rod still holds some records in the NFL from his 17 seasons playing. He was a first round draft pick in 1987 and inducted into the NFL Football Hall of Fame in 2009. He is using his time lately as a commentator for games and inspiring kids through his football camps. Though Sammie doesn't know a ton about football she finds common ground with Rod in many different ways. One of them being they are from the same hometown. You will have to listen to find out the rest. Find out about Rod's newest camp and outreach H.O.P.E. through football and why it is important to give back. This episode is full of heart, lots of football, inspiration and of course smiles! Don't miss the rapid fire round and stay tuned until the end to find out what makes Rod Woodson smile.

In this special book episode Sammie talks to some very important people that helped make her book possible. With the release of her debut book “Inspire the World: A Kid’s Journey to Making a Difference” happening this week she introduces you to 4 key people in her publishing journey. She talks with her publisher Callie Metler, literary agent Victoria Selvaggio, designer Nicolle Ginter and Illustrator Talitha Shipman. Find out how Sammie’s book evolved from a picture book written at age 9 to book full of pictures, cartoons, facts and information. You won’t want to miss this episode full of teamwork and smiles. And please order a copy of Sammie’s book available now. Order links on her website: www.sammiesbuddybenchproject.com Get ready to be inspired! And Smile!