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May 20, 2024Energy Efficiency Retail | Ep.579
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!
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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
37 min
May 13, 2024Goals of Health Messengers Lauren & Daniel | Ep.578
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.
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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
37 min
May 12, 2024 GeorgiaandDanielPodcast, Ep.92: May The 4th Be With You: Ganiel Star Wars Episode
Georgia joins the Auxiliary Board of Opportunity Knocks, Daniel attends Retired CEO of Special Olympics Illinois Received ISU Alumni Achievement Award, We both attended 2024 OK Gala, Behind The Scenes of Voiceover Video, We competed in Unified Bocce with college students, Daniel named on Team Coca-Cola, Georgia celebrates 3 Year Independent Living Anniversary, UNSUNG HERO is an adventure family movie, BLENDED was an Africa adventure flick, and Carlos Whittaker's Book HOW TO HUMAN shows the thrill of being fully human.
In celebration of Star Wars Day, join us for a Star Wars Trivia Game and we indulged in Star Wars Episode IV A New Hope on Disney+. May The 4th Be With You as you tune in to a Ganiel Star Wars Episode!
Listen in: https://specialchronicles.com/gdpodcast92
Watch full episode: https://www.youtube.com/live/6WY6Aj81Nh4?si=b4BXvz0tcWLnFh_V
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Videos, Movies, TV & Books:
* This Is Ok. Then. Now. Next. 2024 Opportunity Knocks Gala Video (YouTube) https://youtu.be/0QIbj2oBfq0?si=CP0thlDGP8zqGZnn
* Blended (Netflix)
* Star Wars: Episode IV— A New Hope (Disney+)
* Unsung Hero (Now Playing In Theaters)
* How To Human By Carlos Whittaker (Amazon Book)
Connect with Georgia and Daniel:
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 Patreon.com/SpecialChronicles for the Patreon Pre-Show with exclusive behind the scenes podcast bonus content 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
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55 min
May 06, 2024Becoming A Health Messenger with Lauren and Daniel | Ep.577
On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast: Newly Certified Special Olympics Health Messengers Daniel Smrokowski and Lauren Miller recap the new Special Olympics Illinois Becoming a Health Messenger Workshop, Motivations in Preparation, and Reflect on Biggest Takeaways. Grab your water bottle and exercise equipment and tune in to this motivational episode that will empower you to join us in advocating for Inclusive Health!
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Episode 577 ShowNotes & Links:
Follow Special Chronicles Podcast’s Inclusive Health Series and Resources
Special Olympics’ Fit5 Guide
Special Olympics’ Fit5 Fitness
Special Olympics’ My Health
Follow Lauren's Blog: Exceptionalities
Support: Give
Go to Patreon.com/SpecialChronicles for the Patreon Pre-Show with exclusive 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
32 min
April 29, 2024On The Job with Linda Jojo, Chief Customer Officer at United Airlines | Ep.576
On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast’s Unified at Work Series S5:Pt5: ORD Service Ambassador Daniel Smrokowski also doubles as the host of this award-winning podcast "Special Chronicles."

This week, he sat down with United Airlines Chief Customer Officer & EVP Linda Jojo to chat about inclusive service, first-ever accessibility showcase, how United’s Service Ambassadors benefit the customer experience and how United truly show that Good Leads The Way with their commitment to disability inclusion.

"We are proud of you and all of our Service Ambassadors," shared Linda on the podcast. "They are -- you are -- among our best employees."
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Episode 576 ShowNotes & Links:
Book your travel today on United.com or on the award-winning United mobile app
Learn more about United’s commitment to disability inclusion and accessibility HERE
Check out United Airlines’ Social Story to help prepare you for travel
Follow and Listen to our Unified at Work Series to hear more conversations about the meaning of inclusive employment.
Tune in to this Playlist and hear a collection of conversations with United’s Service Ambassadors from Chicago, Denver and Houston.
Connect with your local Special Olympics Program
Other Important Links:
Support This Podcast: Make a donation to support this podcast right now
Join our Patreon Exclusive Access to Bonus Content -- Starts at $5/month
Visit Our MERCH Store: Shop Our Disabled Voices Matter Collection

Follow this podcast on Socials: @SpecialChronicles
Join Our Newsletter: Subscribe to our Mailing List
Email Feedback: [email protected]
Write a Review: Rate and Review this show on ApplePodcasts or Spotify
Follow Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan
Book Daniel to speak at your event: Daniel's Official Speaking Page

ComEd EnergyForce Ambassador Program: specialchronicles.com/comed
United Airlines' Bridge Disability Business Resource Group: specialchronicles.com/united

Podbean Podcast Hosting: SpecialChronicles.com/Podbean
StreamYard Recording and Livestream Studio: SpecialChronicles.com/StreamYard
Sign The Inclusion Revolution Pledge! JoinTheRevolution.org

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
59 min
April 22, 2024Trees For You And Me | Ep.575
On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast’s EnergyForce Series S7:Pt3: We're celebrating Earth Day with an hour chat about Tree Efficiency!
ComEd Sr. Vegetation Management Program Manager Kelvin Limbrick sits down with Award-winning Podcaster and EnergyForce Ambassador Daniel Smrokowski for a tree-tastic informative episode you don't want to miss! Tap PLAY to Listen or Watch Now!
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Episode 575 ShowNotes & Links:
Join our Patreon Pre-show Exclusive Access to Watch -- Starts at $5/month
How trees keep your homes energy efficient in summer and winter due to shade placement?
How does ComEd tree trimming supports our reliable grid?
How do cutoffs from our local foliage go to our local zoos with Zoo Browse Program?
Learn more about ComEd's Tree Efficiency: Comed.com/Trees or Call 1-800-Edison-1
Follow @ComEd on Socials: X | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn
Other Important Links:
Support This Podcast: Make a donation to support this podcast right now
Visit Our MERCH Store: Shop Our Disabled Voices Matter Collection

Follow this podcast on Socials: @SpecialChronicles
Email Feedback: Contact our team here
Join Our Newsletter: Subscribe to our Mailing List
Email Feedback: [email protected]
Write a Review: Rate and Review this show on ApplePodcasts or Spotify
Follow Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan
Book Daniel to speak at your event: Daniel's Official Speaking Page

ComEd EnergyForce Ambassador Program: specialchronicles.com/comed
United Airlines' Bridge Disability Business Resource Group: specialchronicles.com/united

Podbean Podcast Hosting: SpecialChronicles.com/Podbean
StreamYard Recording and Livestream Studio: SpecialChronicles.com/StreamYard
Sign The Inclusion Revolution Pledge! JoinTheRevolution.org

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
1 hr
April 15, 2024WWE Community Impact Correspondent | Ep.574
On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast: Special Olympics Colorado Athlete Cody Field, returns on the program to sit down with Award-winning Podcaster Daniel Smrokowski to talk about his new opportunity as the first-ever Wrestle Mania Community Correspondent, Special Olympics Opportunities from Sports to Work to Leadership, Enthusiastic Love of WWE, and we throw down to the impact of being a WWE Community Correspondent, reporting from Philadelphia!

Don't miss this enthusiastic episode! Tap PLAY to Listen or Watch Now!
New episodes drop weekly so be sure you tap Follow wherever you get podcasts to be notified every Monday!

Episode 574 ShowNotes & Links:
Pre-Show | Join our Patreon for Exclusive Access to Watch -- Starts at $5/month
WATCH: Cody “In The” Field shares his experience from night one of WrestleMania
WATCH: Special Olympics Athlete Cody Field joins WWE as WrestleMania XL Impact Correspondent
Follow Cody Field on Socials: Facebook | Instagram
Connect with your Special Olympics Program
Other Important Links:
Support This Podcast: Make a donation to support this podcast right now
Visit Our MERCH Store: Shop Our Disabled Voices Matter Collection
Follow this podcast on Socials: @SpecialChronicles
Join Our Newsletter: Subscribe to our Mailing List
Email Feedback: [email protected]
Write a Review: Rate and Review this show on ApplePodcasts or Spotify
Follow Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan
Book Daniel to speak at your event: Daniel's Official Speaking Page
ComEd EnergyForce Ambassador Program: specialchronicles.com/comed
United Airlines' Bridge Disability Business Resource Group: specialchronicles.com/united
Podbean Podcast Hosting: SpecialChronicles.com/Podbean
StreamYard Recording and Livestream Studio: SpecialChronicles.com/StreamYard
Sign The Inclusion Revolution Pledge! JoinTheRevolution.org
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
48 min
April 13, 2024 GeorgiaandDanielPodcast, Ep.91: Ganiel’s Eclipse Roadcast
Daniel returns home from a quick trip to the Cleveland International Film Festival and then turns around with Georgia and her dad on a one day Roadtrip to Indiana to see the Eclipse. Join us on a special travel edition podcast, Recorded on location from Hamilton County, Indiana!
Listen full podcast episode here: : https://specialchronicles.com/gdpodcast91
Watch full video episode here: https://www.youtube.com/live/74bwGzkpBQw?si=BnK0qWSSfqCC1h-a
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Movies and TV:
- Switched at Birth (Disney+, Hulu)
Someone Like You (Now Playing in theaters nationwide)
The Baxters (TV Series on Prime Video)
Follow Georgia and Daniel on Socials:
Georgia on Instagram: https://Instagram.com/peachgeorgia22
Daniel on Instagram: https://instagram.com/podmandan
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Instagram: https://instagram.com/danielandgeorgia
Facebook: https://facebook.com/danielandgeorgia
Email: [email protected]
Write a Review on ApplePodcasts or Spotify: https://specialchronicles.com/feedback
Support This Podcast: Make a donation to this podcast at https://specialchronicles.com/Give
Visit Our Merch Store: Shop Our Disabled Voices Matter Collection at https://specialchronicles.com/Shop
Follow Special Chronicles on Socials:
Instagram: https://Instagram.com/specialchronicles
Facebook: https://Facebook.com/specialchronicles
X: https://twitter.com/specialcpodcast
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/special-chronicles/
YouTube: https://youtube.com/specialchronicles
Newsletter: https://specialchronicles.com/Newsletter
Music Credits:
Travel Intro Music: : “Around The World and Back Again (ATWABA)” By Tom Chapin, Used with Permission. (Spotify Link)
Our Podcast Theme music: “When You Say My Name by Keith Semple and is Used with permission — (Spotify Link to listen to the full song)
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
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20 min
April 08, 2024Becoming a Health Messenger with Eric and Daniel | Ep.573
On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast: We're celebrating #WorldHealthDay with Health Messengers Daniel Smrokowski and Eric Baumann as we recap the new Special Olympics Becoming a Health Messenger workshop, Sharing Audio Diary Reflections, Motivations and Preparations for Health Role, Our Biggest Takeaways and Messages, and we get personal with our Health Messenger Goals to inspire community to spread Healthy Habits!
Don't miss this motivational episode!
Tap PLAY to Listen Now or Watch full episode here
New episodes drop weekly so be sure you tap Follow wherever you get podcasts to be notified every Monday!
Episode 573 ShowNotes & Links:
Join our Patreon Pre-show Exclusive Access to Watch -- Starts at $5/month
Follow Special Chronicles Podcast’s Inclusive Health Series and Resources
Special Olympics' Fit5 Guide
Special Olympics' Fit5 Fitness
Special Olympics' My Health
Follow Eric Baumann’s Blog: Journeys Of Eric B
Other Important Links:
Support This Podcast: Make a donation to support this podcast right now
Visit Our MERCH Store: Shop Our Disabled Voices Matter Collection
Follow this podcast on Socials: @SpecialChronicles
Join Our Newsletter: Subscribe to our Mailing List
Email Feedback: [email protected]
Write a Review: Rate and Review this show on ApplePodcasts or Spotify
Follow Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan
Book Daniel to speak at your event: Daniel's Official Speaking Page
ComEd EnergyForce Ambassador Program: specialchronicles.com/comed
United Airlines' Bridge Disability Business Resource Group: specialchronicles.com/united
Podbean Podcast Hosting: SpecialChronicles.com/Podbean
StreamYard Recording and Livestream Studio: SpecialChronicles.com/StreamYard
Sign The Inclusion Revolution Pledge! JoinTheRevolution.org
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
1 hr 13 min
April 01, 2024Dream Ride Down Under | Ep.572
On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast: Special Olympics Illinois Athlete Leader Amanda Propheter and her parents Chris and Marc join Award-winning Podcaster Daniel Smrokowski for an empowering conversation about her Autism Story, Communication Challenges, How Special Olympics Transformed Propheter Family, and we dive down under to the Father-Daughter Dream Ride Adventures in Australia!
Listen/Watch full episode here: New episodes drop weekly so be sure you tap Follow wherever you get podcasts to be notified every Monday!
Episode 572 ShowNotes & Links:
Pre-Show: Join our Patreon for Exclusive Access to Watch- Starts at $5/month
00:00 | Introduction with launch of our new Patreon!
5:00 | Autism Story, Communication Challenges, Special Olympics Transformed Families
30:00 | We dive down under to the Father-Daughter Dream Ride Adventures in Australia! If you want more information about Dream Ride, click here to learn more.
50:00 | Amanda and Marc’s Highlights on their adventures from Dream Ride Australia. For listeners interested in more information about Dream Ride Australia, click here to learn more.

1:00:00 | Chris, Marc and Amanda define inclusion
1:07:00 | A final plug about how your family can join Special Olympics Family!
Other Important Links:
Support This Podcast: Make a donation to support this podcast right now
Visit Our MERCH Store: Shop Our Disabled Voices Matter Collection
Follow this podcast on Socials: @SpecialChronicles
Join Our Newsletter: Subscribe to our Mailing List
Email Feedback: [email protected]
Write a Review: Rate and Review this show on ApplePodcasts or Spotify
Follow Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan
Book Daniel to speak at your event: Daniel's Official Speaking Page
ComEd EnergyForce Ambassador Program: specialchronicles.com/comed
United Airlines' Bridge Disability Business Resource Group: specialchronicles.com/united
Podbean Podcast Hosting: SpecialChronicles.com/Podbean
StreamYard Recording and Livestream Studio: SpecialChronicles.com/StreamYard
Sign The Inclusion Revolution Pledge! JoinTheRevolution.org
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
1 hr 15 min

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