Special Chronicles Podcast

In Special Chronicles Podcast Episode 206, Daniel Smrokowski and Sarah Perkins co-host our series covering SPEECHLESS, the ABC sitcom that everyone is talking about.  Tune-in as they give their spoiler-filled analysis of Season 1, Episode 10: Ray tries to look better for college by joining the choir; JJ discovers able bodied perks by using Kenneth to sing (and dance); Maya tries to have the perfect Christmas, the van gets “stolen”; Our Picks of the Week; and much more!

Links Mentioned On The Show:

* Clip From The Show 

* Participate in our Speechless Commentary Podcast Challenge

Our Picks of the Week:

* Sarah: 2016 Disability Holiday Gift Guide By Emily Ladau/ Words I Wheel 

* Daniel: The Arts & Disabilities video with Dr. Joseph Dutkowsky/ Columbia University [According to the Cerebral Palsy Foundation]

#LetsChangeTheGame segment:

* We talk about P.L.A.Y. #LetsChangeTheGame challenge and how you can change the game. Check out this graphic for 10 ways you can make a difference and change the game!

* Join us and Let’s Change The Game – Take the #LetsChangeTheGame Challenge at: SpecialOlympics.org/LetsChangeTheGame

* Spread the Word to End the Word — Take the r-word pledge at: r-word.org

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Music Credits:

* Podcast Theme music: “It Starts With A Voice” By Amy and Ben Wright, Used with permission

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In Special Chronicles Podcast Episode 205, Daniel Smrokowski sits down with Gigi Morello, a college student who was diagnosed with Williams syndrome.  Tune-in for a fun conversation with Gigi and hear how she inspires others with special attributes to have the opportunity to go college, her hobby playing music, her enjoyment of playing drums in an inclusive rock … Continue reading SCP205: Inspire To IncludeMeInCollege

In Special Chronicles Podcast Episode 205, Daniel Smrokowski sits down with Gigi Morello, a college student who was diagnosed with Williams syndrome.  Tune-in for a fun conversation with Gigi and hear how she inspires others with special attributes to have the opportunity to go college, her hobby playing music, her enjoyment of playing drums in an inclusive rock band, and much more fun!

Featured Resource Links mentioned:

* Williams Syndrome Association | WSA Camps | WSA Convention

* Check out our #Williamssyndrome section to hear more Williams syndrome podcasts and stories including: our mutual friends Darian and Joelle Packard multiple episode appearances, a column featuring Joelle, and our mutual friends Katie and Sam Boland on the Gifts of Williams syndrome!

#LetsChangeTheGame segment:

* We talk about P.L.A.Y. #LetsChangeTheGame challenge and how you can change the game. Check out this graphic for 10 ways you can make a difference and change the game!

* Join us and Let’s Change The Game – Take the #LetsChangeTheGame Challenge at: SpecialOlympics.org/LetsChangeTheGame

* Spread the Word to End the Word — Take the r-word pledge at: r-word.org

Feedback:

* Read or View What Other Listeners Like You Are Saying

Music Credits:

* Podcast Theme music: “It Starts With A Voice” By Amy and Ben Wright, Used with permission

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In Special Chronicles Podcast Episode 204, Daniel Smrokowski and Sarah Perkins co-host our series covering SPEECHLESS, the ABC sitcom that everyone is talking about.  Tune-in as they give their spoiler-filled analysis of Season 1, Episode 9: JJ wants to be part of a team rather than object of pity; Jimmy becomes overprotective like Maya, doesn't want JJ to get hurt; Adaptive Sports … Continue reading SCP204: Speechless S1 E09: S-L–SLED HO–HOCKEY Commentary

In Special Chronicles Podcast Episode 204, Daniel Smrokowski and Sarah Perkins co-host our series covering SPEECHLESS, the ABC sitcom that everyone is talking about.  Tune-in as they give their spoiler-filled analysis of Season 1, Episode 9: JJ wants to be part of a team rather than object of pity; Jimmy becomes overprotective like Maya, doesn’t want JJ to get hurt; Adaptive Sports and Sled Hockey is Awesome; Ray & Dylan fight over personal space; Maya & Kenneth admit their strained relationship but they put up with each other for JJ; Our Picks of the Week; and much more!

Links Mentioned On The Show:

* Clip From The Episode

* U.S. Wins 3rd Straight World Sled Challenge

* About Murderball the film

* The Sports Fathers Podcast

* Participate in our Speechless Commentary Podcast Challenge

Our Picks of the Week:

* Sarah: Ice Warriors Film

Ginger (service dog/sled hockey mascot) takes over social media

           Paralympic Sports Revealed With The Shib Sibs: Sled Hockey https://

//www.youtube.com/watch?v=joSCgpDT3AQ

* Daniel: The Accessible Stall Podcast Episode 15: Robyn Lambird  (Wheelchair athlete, YouTuber, and model) 

#LetsChangeTheGame segment:

* We talk about P.L.A.Y. #LetsChangeTheGame challenge and how you can change the game. Check out this graphic for 10 ways you can make a difference and change the game!

* Join us and Let’s Change The Game – Take the #LetsChangeTheGame Challenge at: SpecialOlympics.org/LetsChangeTheGame

* Spread the Word to End the Word — Take the r-word pledge at: r-word.org

Feedback:

* Read or View What Other Listeners Like You Are Saying

Music Credits:

* Podcast Theme music: “It Starts With A Voice” By Amy and Ben Wright, Used with permission

We want to hear from you! Join the Conversation and Send In your Feedback:

* CLICK HERE to call-in your Voicemail Feedback about the show or Email your comments to us: fe...

In Special Chronicles Podcast Episode 203, Daniel Smrokowski sits down with filmmaker Alex Lehmann to talk about his new documentary film, "Aspergers Are Us."  Tune-in for a fun behind-the-scenes conversation about the "Aspergers Are Us" documentary!  Alex talks about how his documentary began; How he met the 4 individuals on the Autism spectrum and their comedy troupe; … Continue reading SCP203: Behind Aspergers Are Us Documentary

In Special Chronicles Podcast Episode 203, Daniel Smrokowski sits down with filmmaker Alex Lehmann to talk about his new documentary film, “Aspergers Are Us.”  Tune-in for a fun behind-the-scenes conversation about the “Aspergers Are Us” documentary!  Alex talks about how his documentary began; How he met the 4 individuals on the Autism spectrum and their comedy troupe; Prior knowledge of autism and what he learned about autism; Behind-the-Scenes stories while filming; the Aspergers Are Us comedy troupe on being featured in the film and their hopes and fears for the film; Challenges of directing this film; Joys of directing the film; Goal for viewers; How you can view the film; Social Media Plugs; and much more is coming up on this week’s podcast!

Featured Links mentioned:

* “Aspergers Are Us” Now Available on Netflix | iTunes | Amazon VOD | DVD

* Follow @AspieComedyDoc on Facebook

#LetsChangeTheGame segment:

* We talk about P.L.A.Y. #LetsChangeTheGame challenge and how you can change the game. Check out this graphic for 10 ways you can make a difference and change the game!

* Join us and Let’s Change The Game – Take the #LetsChangeTheGame Challenge at: SpecialOlympics.org/LetsChangeTheGame

* Spread the Word to End the Word — Take the r-word pledge at: r-word.org

Feedback:

* Read or View What Other Listeners Like You Are Saying

Music Credits:

* Podcast Theme music: “It Starts With A Voice” By Amy and Ben Wright, Used with permission

* Transition Break music: “Imagine” By Eddie From Ohio, Used with permission of John Clem

We want to hear from you! Join the Conversation and Send In your Feedback:

* CLICK HERE to call-in your Voicemail Feedback about the show or Email your comments to us: feedback[at]specialchronicles.com

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In Special Chronicles Podcast Episode 202, Daniel Smrokowski and Sarah Perkins co-host our series covering SPEECHLESS, the ABC sitcom that everyone is talking about.  Tune-in as they give their spoiler-filled analysis of Season 1, Episode 8: JJ Wants to Ask Claire Out; How Kenneth & Jimmy want to help vs.. how Maya makes them "help"; How Ray helps in the end; Ray … Continue reading SCP202: Speechless S1 E08: R-A-Y-C–RAY-CATION Commentary

In Special Chronicles Podcast Episode 202, Daniel Smrokowski and Sarah Perkins co-host our series covering SPEECHLESS, the ABC sitcom that everyone is talking about.  Tune-in as they give their spoiler-filled analysis of Season 1, Episode 8: JJ Wants to Ask Claire Out; How Kenneth & Jimmy want to help vs.. how Maya makes them “help”; How Ray helps in the end; Ray wants the family to be on time so he can go on his trip, stages practice runs; Dylan & Jimmy tries to pick the “hot toy” of the year so Jimmy can sell it, how they bond every year; Our Picks of the Week; and much more!

Our Picks of the Week:

* Sarah: Dating With A Disability by Jess Paciello via CPF blog

* Daniel: Sports Illustrated Kids 2012 Sports Kids of the Year with Conner and Cayden Long, via YouTube/ Sports Illustrated Kids

In Special Chronicles Podcast Episode 201, Daniel Smrokowski is podcasting live from Tennessee at the Signing Time Concert.  Tune-in as Daniel talks backstage with Rachel Coleman and her daughter Leah Coleman minutes before they go on stage!  Rachel and Leah talk about in the past 15 years how the perception of people with disabilities has changed; Where … Continue reading SCP201: Signing Time! Live In Concert From Tennessee