Special Chronicles Podcast
Special Chronicles Podcast

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.

Recent Episodes

A Conversation with Pete Beale-Delvecchio, CEO Special Olympics Illinois | Ep.754
FEB 10, 2025
A Conversation with Pete Beale-Delvecchio, CEO Special Olympics Illinois | Ep.754
On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast: Daniel Smrokowski sits down with Pete Beale-DelVecchio, President and CEO of Special Olympics Illinois to reflect on his first year and introduction to Special Olympics. We talk about his Accomplishments and Challenges, Leadership Style, Vision for future of Special Olympics Illinois, Inclusivity Goals, Program Highlights, Athlete Impact, Athlete Leadership, Voices, Community Engagement, and Corporate Partnerships. We look forward to his Future Goals, Challenges Ahead, Personal Growth, Memorable Moments, and Pete gives his advice for leaders stepping into a leadership role within a Special Olympics program. Episode 754 ShowNotes & Links: 🎧 Listen on Special Chronicles or Wherever You Get Podcasts  📺Watch on YouTube: Watch Full Episode Get involved in Special Olympics Illinois: SOILL.org or Find Special Olympics Near You Special Olympics Illinois Volunteer Opportunities Follow Special Olympics Illinois on Socials: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Linkedin Support This Podcast: Click Here to Donate Now and support the mission of Special Chronicles ➕Want bonus content? Join Now at SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS to Access our premium content 🛒Want our Merch? Visit SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP to shop our Disabled Voices Matter collection! 📱Follow Special Chronicles on Socials: @SpecialChronicles 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan 📧Email: Send us a message here 💡Partner: ComEd ✈️Partner: United Airlines 📻Podcast Hosting:Podbean  📡Recording Studio: StreamYard 🥇PSA: Sign the Inclusion Pledge Now! 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. 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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66 MIN
Hidden Disabilities Sunflower | Unified at Work Series S6:Pt2 | Ep.753
FEB 3, 2025
Hidden Disabilities Sunflower | Unified at Work Series S6:Pt2 | Ep.753
On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast's Unified at Work Series S6:Pt2: Paul White, CEO of Hidden Disabilities Sunflower sits down with Award-winning Podcaster Daniel Smrokowski for a thorough understanding of the Sunflower initiative, its importance for people with hidden disabilities, and tune in to the final segment for an exciting new development of the Sunflower Extra Cards! Creation and Inspiration of the Sunflower scheme, Personal and impactful stories from individuals with hidden disabilities, Sunflower helps address common misconceptions about hidden disabilities, Sunflower supports colleagues in workplace not just customers, Sunflower and Legos, Raising Awareness and Education, Sunflower scheme contributes to education in promoting inclusivity, and in looking ahead to the future, Paul announces the launch of the new Sunflower Extra Cards in using technology to tap card to any phone! Episode 753 ShowNotes & Links: 🎧 Listen on Special Chronicles or Wherever You Get Podcasts  📺Watch on YouTube: Watch Full Episode Get your Sunflower lanyard and personal card at HDSunflower.com Enjoyed this episode? Listen the past five seasons of our Unified at Work Series to hear more conversations about the meaning of inclusive employment Support This Podcast: Click Here to Donate Now and support the mission of Special Chronicles ➕Want bonus content? Join Now at SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS to Access our premium content 🛒Want our Merch? Visit SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP to shop our Disabled Voices Matter collection! 📱Follow Special Chronicles on Socials: @SpecialChronicles 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan 📧Email: Send us feedback or a message here 💡Partner: ComEd ✈️Partner: United Airlines 📻Podcast Hosting:Podbean  📡Recording Studio: StreamYard 🥇PSA: Sign the Inclusion Pledge Now! 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. 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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Energy Savings 101 | EnergyForce Series S8:Pt1 | Ep.752
JAN 27, 2025
Energy Savings 101 | EnergyForce Series S8:Pt1 | Ep.752
On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast's EnergyForce Series S8:Pt1: Join award-winning Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski as we kickoff our 8th year of partnership with the ComEd EnergyForce Ambassador Program with an updated educational presentation on energy and solar savings, energy efficiency tips, learn more about Electric Vehicles (EVs),  and we test your knowledge with an Energy Savings Quiz. Episode 752 ShowNotes & Links: Donate Now: Support Our 2025 Giving Campaign   🎧 Listen on Special Chronicles or Wherever You Get Podcasts  📺Like watching your podcasts? Click here to see full episode Enjoyed this episode? Tune in to the past 7 seasons of our EnergyForce Series featuring educational lessons of energy and solar efficiency and conversations with ComEd EnergyForce Ambassadors. This EnergyForce Series is brought to you by ComEd EnergyForce Ambassador Program Learn more (click HERE) about the ComEd EnergyForce Program. Find Ways To Save (click HERE) – ​Save energy and money by taking advantage of these offerings and tools for your home. Support This Podcast: Click Here to Donate Now and support the mission of Special Chronicles ➕Access our Bonus Premium Content: Join Now at SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS 🛒Our Disabled Voices Matter Collection Merch: SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP 📱Follow This Podcast on Socials: @SpecialChronicles 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan 📧Email: Send us a message here 💡Partner: ComEd ✈️Partner: United Airlines 📻Podcast Hosting:Podbean  📡Recording Studio: StreamYard 🥇PSA: Sign the Inclusion Pledge Now! 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 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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DanTalks: Knights of Columbus | Ep.751
JAN 20, 2025
DanTalks: Knights of Columbus | Ep.751
On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast's DanTalks series: Join Award-winning Podcaster Daniel Smrokowski as he speaks to the Knights of Columbus about his story in Special Olympics and the many opportunities he has had because of Athlete Leadership, from being a former Sargent Shriver Global Messenger to his jobs of this podcasting platform and working at United Airlines. Tune in to hear the latest speech he's presented to the Knights of Columbus, thanking them for supporting Special Olympics Illinois. Episode 751 ShowNotes & Links: Donate Now: Support Our 2025 Giving Campaign 🎧 Listen on Special Chronicles or Wherever You Get Podcasts  📺Like watching your podcasts? Click here to see full episode Enjoyed this episode? Tune in to our DanTalks series, an audio collection of speeches presented by acclaimed disability advocate and Award-winning Podcaster Daniel Smrokowski Get involved in Special Olympics Illinois or Find Special Olympics Near You Support This Podcast: Click Here to Donate Now and support the mission of Special Chronicles ➕Want bonus content? Join Now at SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS to access our premium bonus content and support the podcast! 🛒Want our Merch? Visit SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP to shop our Disabled Voices Matter collection! 📱Follow This Podcast on Socials: @SpecialChronicles 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan 📧Email: Send us feedback or a message here 💡Partner: ComEd ✈️Partner: United Airlines 📻Podcast Hosting:Podbean  📡Recording Studio: StreamYard 🥇PSA: Sign the Inclusion Pledge Now! 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 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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Inspiration in Action | Daniel Smrokowski's Journey Talk to Ingredion | Unified at Work Series S6:Pt 1 | Ep.750
JAN 13, 2025
Inspiration in Action | Daniel Smrokowski's Journey Talk to Ingredion | Unified at Work Series S6:Pt 1 | Ep.750
On this episode of the Special Chronicles Presents Unified at Work Series S6:Pt 1: Amanda Spies from Special Olympics Illinois joins us for a presentation to Ingredion. Join us for an inspiring episode with Daniel Smrokowski, a pioneering advocate and original Special Olympics Service Ambassador at United Airlines. Host of the award winning podcast Special Chronicles, with over 750 episodes, and recipient of the Matthew Freeman Award for Social Justice, Daniel has dedicated his career to giving people with disabilities a voice. Don't miss the opportunity to hear his story and learn from his journey. Episode 750 ShowNotes & Links: Donate Now: Support Our Special Chronicles 2025 Giving Campaign 🎧 Listen on Special Chronicles or Wherever You Get Podcasts  📺Like watching your podcasts? Click here to see full episode Get involved in Special Olympics Illinois or Find Special Olympics Near You Enjoyed this episode? Listen the past five seasons of our Unified at Work Series to hear more conversations about the meaning of inclusive employment ➕Want bonus content? Join Now at SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS to access our premium bonus content and support the podcast! 🛒Want our Merch? Visit SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP to shop our Disabled Voices Matter collection! 📱Follow This Podcast on Socials: @SpecialChronicles 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan 📧Email: Send us feedback or a message here 💡Partner: ComEd ✈️Partner: United Airlines 📻Podcast Hosting:Podbean  📡Recording Studio: StreamYard 🥇PSA: Sign the Inclusion Pledge Now! 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 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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66 MIN