Podcasts about World Down Syndrome Day

Family Series:   “Creativity in Marriage & Parenting: Replay” with Angela and Mike O'Brien      Welcome back, you are going to love the replay of this episode! We have Angela O'Brien of the Especially Organized Podcast joined by her husband Mike. Ladies, Angela will also be one of our speakers at this year's Moms Day Out! So grab your 1 day or full weekend tickets today!    This is going to be another fun and heartfelt episode in our marriage and family series that you won't want to miss!    Angela and Mike have been married for 27 years and live in Texas and have 2 adult children, with a daughter diagnosed with Down Syndrome. Having just celebrated World Down Syndrome Day on Mar 21st, we talked about advocacy, marriage and parenting, and a so much more. Eric and I really enjoyed connecting with these 2 and found that we had a crazy amount of similarities in this stage of life.    Listen in to our conversation with Mike and Angela O'Brien.   TAP

மார்ச் 21 உலக டவுன் சிண்ட்ரோம் தினமாகும் (World Down Syndrome Day). டவுன் சிண்ட்ரோம் பற்றி, சிட்னியைச் சேர்ந்த குழந்தைகள் நல மருத்துவர் டாக்டர் மித்திரன் குமாரசாமி எம்முடன் பேசுகிறார். இந்நிலையில் உள்ள குழந்தைகளின் பெற்றோர் மற்றும் பராமரிப்பாளர்களுக்குக் கிடைக்கும் ஆதரவு சேவைகள் மற்றும் உதவியை எங்கு நாடலாம் என்பது குறித்தும் அவர் எடுத்துரைக்கிறார். அவருடன் உரையாடுகிறார் குலசேகரம் சஞ்சயன்.

After a little post-Christmas hiatus (and recovering from hosting 26 people...send help :), Mary is back with a life update, and wow, there's a lot to share! In this episode, Mary catches you up on what's been happening in her world, from holiday memories and reunions with dear friends, to big transitions at school and the emotional rollercoaster of navigating challenging behaviours, and of course, World Down Syndrome Day! Last year was, quite honestly, one of the hardest that Mary has ever had.  Between intense behaviours, constant dysregulation, and just trying to keep it all together, it pushed Mary to her limits.  But something shifted and she wants to share that with you, because if you're in a season of hard right now, you need to hear this.  

Author Nancy Goodfellow returns to the Special Chronicles Podcast for an encore conversation celebrating the March release of her new novel, Special, and World Down Syndrome Day on March 21st. Host Daniel Smrokowski and Nancy explore the story of Madison and Meg—two junior high friends navigating grief, growing up, and disability awareness. Meg, who has Down syndrome, brings joy and resilience to the narrative, while Madison's journey highlights the power of supportive friendships. This episode dives into why inclusive stories matter, how Special fosters empathy for young readers, and the importance of authentic disability representation. Tap play to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day, discover a heartfelt new book, and join us in amplifying voices that make our world more inclusive. This episode originally Aired on November 3, 2025 Episode 826 ShowNotes & Links Order your copy of SPECIAL at: Anderson's Bookstore or Amazon Connect with Nancy F. Goodfellow at: NancyFGoodfellow.com

Erin Sulemann, Executive Director of the Gateway Down Syndrome Association, joins Amy Marxkors and Brad Young in-studio. The Gateway Down Syndrome Association serves, supports, and celebrates the lives of individuals with Down syndrome and their families, through every stage of life. Find more information at gatewaydsa.org.

In the final hour Amy asks Brad a dew lawyer questions. Brad recently got back from Taiwan. Erin Sulemann, Executive Director of the Gateway Down Syndrome Association joins to talk about the Gateway Down Syndrome Association and Saturday is being World Down Syndrome Day. Finally, do not forget to vote in our 'Barch Madness' tournament.

Today we have no Chris Rongey so Amy Marxkors is joined by John Hancock in the first hour and Brad Young for the rest of the show; guests include, Former Fox 2 News Anchor Elliot Davis joins to talk about his career, tell a few stories, talk about what he is doing now and things going on in the city. Jen Siess, St. Louis SC Broadcaster for Y98 joins to talk about tomorrow's game against the New England Revolution, where goals are going to come from and what Head Coach Yoann Damet is preaching. Erin Sulemann, Executive Director of the Gateway Down Syndrome Association joins to talk about the Gateway Down Syndrome Association and Saturday is being World Down Syndrome Day.

Did you know that children with Down syndrome have a different learning profile? Ahead of World Down Syndrome Day this Saturday, Sarah Holton from Down syndrome UK, joins Dale to tell us how we can 'support children with Down syndrome to reach their full potential'. Sarah is a specialist advisory teacher and parent to two children, one of whom has Down syndrome. She shares practical, research‑informed strategies to help children with Down syndrome thrive. Why listen? Understand the Down syndrome learning profile (strengths like visual learning; challenges like hearing, visual acuity, and verbal short‑term memory). Get classroom‑ready tips: use visuals, scaffold carpet time, teach play skills, and adapt materials for better inclusion. Discover the support available. "It's really important that we make sure that we are finding ways for our children with Down syndrome to show what they know." Sarah Holton View all podcasts available or visit our SENDcast sessions shop!   About Sarah Holton Sarah is our Specialist Advisory Teacher and leads our Early Years Development Programme. Sarah has worked with DSUK for many years developing our PEGS programme, delivering regular behaviour bootcamps and Information Sharing Sessions on topics including early reading, numbers and choosing a preschool. More recently she has been involved in the development and delivery of our Early Years Development Programme. She is a mum to two children, one of whom has Down syndrome.   Contact Sarah https://downsyndromeuk.co.uk/ https://www.facebook.com/PositiveaboutDownSyndrome/ https://www.instagram.com/positive_about_down_syndrome/ Education@downsyndrome.co.uk https://www.linkedin.com/company/down-syndrome-uk/ https://www.youtube.com/@positiveaboutdownsyndrome     Useful Links Early Years Development Programme Primary Development Programme    B Squared Website – www.bsquared.co.uk  Meeting with Dale to find out about B Squared - https://calendly.com/b-squared-team/overview-of-b-squared-sendcast  Email Dale – dale@bsquared.co.uk  Subscribe to the SENDcast - https://www.thesendcast.com/subscribe   The SENDcast is powered by B Squared We have been involved with Special Educational Needs for over 25 years, helping show the small steps of progress pupils with SEND make. B Squared has worked with thousands of schools, we understand the challenges professionals working in SEND face. We wanted a way to support these hardworking professionals - which is why we launched The SENDcast! Click the button below to find out more about how B Squared can help improve assessment for pupils with SEND in your school.

In this episode, we continue our What I Wish I'd Known series in honor of World Down Syndrome Day (3/21) and this year's theme: Together Against Loneliness.When we first became parents of children with Down syndrome, no one talked to us about loneliness.Not the loneliness that can come in high school.Not when siblings leave.Not when friends start driving.Not when graduation comes — and the path forward feels unclear.Not when your child is included, but still isolated.We talk about the loneliness our kids experience — and the loneliness we feel as parents. We unpack the difference between inclusion and belonging, and why belonging is what truly combats loneliness.World Down Syndrome Day isn't just about celebration.It's about awareness.It's about connection.Wear the socks.Have the conversations.Extend the invitation.Let's be together against loneliness.Show Notes

Guest: Michelle Sie Whitten Co-Founder, President, and the CEO Down syndrome occurs when a person is born with three copies of chromosome 21, which is why World Down Syndrome Day is celebrated on March 21. The Global Down Syndrome Foundation was created to ensure better health and longer lives for people with Down syndrome and has invested over $32 million to establish the first Down Syndrome Research Institute, supporting hundreds of scientists and thousands of patients. Despite progress, significant stigma, health disparities, and a shorter average lifespan—especially among Black and Hispanic individuals—remain. Although the DeOndra Dixon Include Project Act did not pass this year, advocacy continues. The Foundation will also host the free “I Love You” dance party on March 20 at Cherry Creek Mall for ages 16 and older, with optional donations encouraged. https://www.globaldownsyndrome.org/

21 March is World Down Syndrome Day, a day marked around the world to raise awareness and encourage people to reflect on diversity and inclusion. Sydney-based football coach, Takao Teramoto shares daily life with his four-year-old daughter Kokoha on social media, hoping to deepen understanding of Down syndrome. - 3月21日は「世界ダウン症の日」です。ダウン症への理解を広げ、多様性について考える日として、世界各地でさまざまな取り組みが行われています。シドニー在住の父親でサッカーコーチの寺本貴生さんは、ダウン症への理解を深めてもらおうと、娘の心羽（ここは）ちゃん（4）との日々をSNSで発信しています。

CARICOM is marking a milestone and Cayman is there; a man pleds not guilty to a charge of being an idle and disorderly person; and World Down Syndrome Day is coming up on March 21st.

On a "Best of Chris Fabry Live," we're going back to World Down Syndrome Day, which was celebrated in March. On that day we opened the phone lines and asked listeners to respond to this question: How has your life been affected by someone with Down Syndrome? How have you been enriched by someone who has an extra copy of chromosome 21? The joy that came from those calls is something special—hear them on Chris Fabry Live. Resource mentioned:Made with Love video of Joy and Stephan November thank you gift:The Little Christmas Carol Coloring & Activity Book by Joe Sutphin and Erik M. Peterson Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Care NetBecome a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this empowering episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast, host Daniel Smrokowski sits down with Caleb J. Prewitt – the Guinness World Record Holder as the Most Prolific Down Syndrome Triathlete/Runner – and his mom Karen McConeghy Prewitt. At just 18 years old, Caleb has already completed 46 triathlons, 123 races, and 5 half-marathons, while serving as a Planet Fitness USA Triathlon Foundation Ambassador. Together with his mom and Caleb's Crew, Caleb is helping to prove that Abilities > Disabilities. We discuss Caleb's athletic journey, his Guinness World Record, his role as an ambassador, and the family story behind his success. Plus, hear how he's Racing for 3.21 on World Down Syndrome Day 2024 and taking part in a USA Triathlon Foundation campaign at the 2025 Chicago Bank of America Marathon. Episode 802 ShowNotes & Links Follow @calebs_crew on Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, TikTok, X, and LinkedIn to keep up with his journey. Listen and Follow at SpecialChronicles.com/Pod

John and Mark are back for another episode and here's what's on their minds today: more developments in John's love life, a World Down Syndrome Day celebration, our 3/21 Inclusive Entrepreneur Award, opening a warehouse store, hiring people with differing abilities, Mark's trip to Nashville, and whatever else might pop into John's mind.  Business of the Week: Gabi's Grounds https://poweredbygabis.org/  Gabi Angelini, founder of Gabi's Grounds Coffee Shop, created a business to provide jobs for people with disabilities after experiencing employment challenges herself. Based in Raleigh, North Carolina, Gabi's coffee brand is now available in grocery stores, and she continues to be a fierce advocate for inclusion in the workforce.   Good News Story of the Week: The University of North Carolina opens a Clinic for patients with Down syndrome https://www.dailytarheel.com/article/2025/03/university-down-syndrome-clinic    Buy some socks, be happy: https://johnscrazysocks.com/  Join John's Tuesday Dance Party, every Tuesday at 3 p.m. Eastern: https://johnscrazysocks.com/pages/online-dance-party-with-john  Check out Mark's Song of the Day: https://paumonokharbor.com/song-of-the-day  Want to learn more about John's Crazy Socks? Check out this short video: https://youtu.be/dzPvxz1oUEA Check out our TEDx Talk: “Hiring People with Differing Abilities is Not Altruism, It is Good Business” https://youtu.be/uXtrhHSFkuY Hosted by John & Mark Cronin, co-founders of John's Crazy Socks.  Follow @johnscrazysocks on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and TikTok. The Spreading Happiness Podcast is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios. For show ideas, guest inquiries, general feedback, sponsorships and media inquiries, drop an email: thespreadinghapinesspodcast@lp516.com Information about Speaking Engagements with John and Mark: https://johnscrazysocks.com/pages/speaking-engagements-1  Subscribe to The Spreading Happiness Podcast on Apple Podcasts and get notified of new episodes, every Tuesday! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-spreading-happiness-podcast/id1611218712 

Teslas destroyed—bullets assaulting dealerships and angry drivers assaulting Tesla drivers. Why? And why are transgender activists some of the perpetrators? A New York court ruling blocks more than 800,000 non-citizen New York City residents from voting. RFK celebrates World Down Syndrome Day! President Trump signs an executive order to dismantle the Dept. of Education (a 45-year dream for conservatives); Boeing lands a HUGE defense contract, and other breaking news.

MLB Hall of Famer and Twins legend Joe Mauer joins Carts and Kinger for a deep dive into Minnesota sports culture, giving back to the fans, and how playing multiple sports growing up shaped his career. The guys also break down the Wild's recent home stretch, debate whether Mats Zuccarello is the funniest player on the team, and highlight Freddy Gaudreau's incredible advocacy for World Down Syndrome Day. Don't miss this one!

World Down Syndrome Day takes place on March 21st every year to celebrate people with Down syndrome all over the world. To kick off, DSI has launched eye-catching, limited-edition socks designed by 9-year-old Rachel Gillanders as part of the Lots of Socks campaign.

World Down Syndrome Day will be celebrated Friday, March 21. And on Chris Fabry Live, you'll have an open line to share how your family, your neighborhood, your school, your life has been changed by someone with Down Syndrome. How have you been enriched by someone who has an extra copy of chromosome 21? What you share might be just the encouragement someone needs. Don't miss the celebration on Chris Fabry Live. Resource featured:Made with Love video of Joy and Stephan For more information about the work of Care Net, click here. Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cassie and Welles for World Down Syndrome Day by Maine's Coast 93.1

Today is World Downsyndrome Day! Celebrating all of our homies with an extra chromy. Thank you for being here and sharing this podcast episode with someone that you know that is parenting and/or pregnant and Down's Syndrome is part of their story.  Heidi sits down with Abby Rose Green of the HERself Podcast to chat about fertility, an unexpected anatomy scan, an amniocentesis, chromosomal uniqueness, Down's Syndrome, and birth.  Abby was originally planning an unmedicated homebirth. She shares how she changed plans and was still able to achieve the beautiful vaginal birth she so desired with her son Owen.  This episode brought Abby and Heidi to tears as they bonded over parenting children with a "diagnosis" they were not anticipating.  Follow along on Instagram: Abby: Instagram.com/abbyrosegreen Heidi: Instagram.com/birth.story.academy We would love for you to write a review for both the Birth Story Podcast and the HERself podcast if you have time today.  XOXO PS. There is always room for you in Birth Story Academy. Join Heidi for all of your childbirth education needs at BirthStory.com. Use code BIRTHSTORYFRIEND for $20 OFF the course and a FREE copy of the Birth Story Pregnancy guidebook and journal. 

Happy World Down Syndrome Day!  Hug that special someone with Down syndrome who you love today!   If you would like to suggest a topic for us to cover on the podcast, please send an e-mail to DownSyndromeCenter@chp.edu. If you would like to partner with the Down Syndrome Center, including this podcast, please visit https://givetochildrens.org/downsyndromecenter. We are thankful for the generous donation from Caring for Kids – The Carrie Martin Fund that provides the funding for the podcast recording equipment and hosting costs for this podcast.

PJ chats to Deirdre Lovett who lives with Downs and works at The Kingsley Hotel front desk to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day. Megan O'Halloran from Field Of Dreams has a chat with PJ later in the show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

21 March is World Down Syndrome Day. Kiyo Melbourne, whose son has Down syndrome, says she appreciates when people listen to her story in a ‘positive' way, as discussions about Down syndrome often tend to be negative. This story was first published in October 2024. - 3月21日は世界ダウン症の日。次男の優希くんがダウン症を持つ、シドニーに住むメルボルン希代（きよ）さんは、世間ではダウン症について暗い話題が多い中、自分の話を「楽しく」聞いてもらえると嬉しいと話します。2024年10月放送。

Pippa speaks to Annelise Boot, the office administrator for Down Syndrome South Africa about World Down Syndrome Day on 21 March.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy World Down Syndrome Day! Today we are celebrating the incredible individuals who rock that extra chromosome-and yes, we're also rocking our mismatched socks!  In this episode we dive into the fun and the real talk of World Down Syndrome Day. World Down Syndrome Day is a day for joy, advocacy, and raising awareness, but let's be real-it can also be a tough day for some parents. Whether you're dancing in celebration or feeling all the emotions, this episode is for you! So grab you mismatched socks, hit play, and let's celebrate together-whatever that looks like for you today.  

Here we are with a NEW season of The Lucky Few Podcast! Join us for this first episode back for some big life updates!From Mercedes: mother-daughter bonding with Sunny, braces, medical thingsFrom Micha: potty training for Ace, communication device debates, new therapiesFrom Heather: her mother's health, extracurriculars.. dances, musical theater, basketballFrom the pod: BONUS episodes that you can access as a member of The Lucky Crew!Join THE LUCKY CREW for $4.99 a month for bonus episodes and MORE.Participate in the NDSS Racing for 3.21 challenge on World Down Syndrome Day. Sign up to participate from where ever you live, HERE.Some things haven't changed though.. you'll see that we still don't really know what year of the podcast this is and we still think there's room to grow in the education system (shocker!). But get excited friends! Because this season will be full of important topics + a GUEST HOST.. Ashley Barlow, a fellow lucky mama, podcaster, and IEP expert.SHOW NOTESJoin THE LUCKY CREW for $4.99 a month for bonus episodes and MORE.Participate in the NDSS Racing for 3.21 challenge on World Down Syndrome Day. Sign up to participate from where ever you live, HERE.JOIN THE LUCKY CREWJoin us in celebrating and supporting The Lucky Few Podcast! For just $4.99 a month, you can help us continue shouting worth and shifting narratives for people with Down syndrome. Enjoy bonus episodes where we dive deeper into the most controversial issues, shop discounts, and more!  Become an essential part of The Lucky Few movement today!HEATHER'S NEW BOOKPre-order Heather's newest children's book: I Like You So Much!

John and Mark from John's Crazy Socks are back and they are spreading happiness as always with jokes, stories, and their usual banter. Here's what's on their minds tonight: John's love life, a World Down Syndrome Day celebration, update on the dinner parties and Mark's Song of the Day, Mark's trip to Nashville,  fake trip to London, opening a warehouse store and whatever else might pop into John's mind.  Business of the Week: Collette Devito of Collettey's Cookies is starting a podcast: https://colletteys.com/ Good News Story of the Week: The Special Olympic Winter Games in Turin, Italy The 2025 Special Olympics World Winter Games are being held in Turin, Italy, from March 8 to 15, 2025. Here are the key details about the event: Number of Athletes: Over 1,500 athletes are participating. Number of Countries: Athletes are representing 100 to 102 countries, depending on the source. List of Sports: The games include eight sports: Alpine Skiing Cross-Country Skiing DanceSport Figure Skating Floorball Short Track Speed Skating Snowboarding Snowshoeing The event is themed around “The Strength of Kindness” and marks the first Special Olympics World Winter Games since 2017 Buy some socks, be happy: https://johnscrazysocks.com/  Join John's Tuesday Dance Party, every Tuesday at 3 p.m. Eastern: https://johnscrazysocks.com/pages/online-dance-party-with-john  Check out Mark's Song of the Day: https://paumonokharbor.com/song-of-the-day Want to learn more about John's Crazy Socks? Check out this short video: https://youtu.be/dzPvxz1oUEA Check out our TEDx Talk: “Hiring People with Differing Abilities is Not Altruism, It is Good Business” https://youtu.be/uXtrhHSFkuY  Hosted by John & Mark Cronin, co-founders of John's Crazy Socks.  Follow @johnscrazysocks on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and TikTok. The Spreading Happiness Podcast is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios. For show ideas, guest inquiries, general feedback, sponsorships and media inquiries, drop an email: thespreadinghapinesspodcast@lp516.com Information about Speaking Engagements with John and Mark: https://johnscrazysocks.com/pages/speaking-engagements-1  Subscribe to The Spreading Happiness Podcast on Apple Podcasts and get notified of new episodes, every Tuesday! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-spreading-happiness-podcast/id1611218712 

Family Series 'Motherhood & Special Needs' with Becky Wall   Welcome back. On this episode the focus is on moms. As moms we have our own unique stories to share. And as we approach World Down Syndrome Day, we are delighted to have Becky Wall on with us again to share her story as a mom of a son diagnosed with both Down Syndrome and Autism. Becky works for FamilyLife as a field staff leader serving families and moms connected to disability, and on this episode she and I really enjoyed getting to catch up mom to mom. Let's get the conversation started.   Bio: Becky is married to Garett and they have two children, Lily (14) and Isaac (12). Shortly after their son Isaac was born they received the news that Isaac had Down Syndrome. Just before the age of 10, Isaac was diagnosed with Autism as well. Becky serves part-time with FamilyLife - a ministry of Cru (Campus Crusade for Christ) and is a Field Staff Leader serving families and moms connected to disability. Her prayer is to create spaces for families touched by disability to hear the hope of the Gospel and find purpose in growing God's kingdom with the life He has given them. A graduate of University of Louisville, Becky has been on staff with Cru (Campus Crusade for Christ) for 21 years. She served 20 years with the college campus ministry and this past year moved over to FamilyLife - a Cru ministry. A native of Troy, Michigan, Becky is married to Garett and they have two children, Lily and Isaac. They currently reside in Louisville, KY. Isaac.   Contacts: Becky Wall www.FamilyLife.com   For a family raising a child with special needs, life can be difficult. There are many storms to weather and struggles to address, and we often feel isolated and alone due to the nature of our circumstances. Families have a need to connect and find resources, a need to be encouraged, and a need for hope as we walk down what can be a very hard road at times. Hope on the Hard Road Special Needs Podcast was created for this purpose. Our vision is to grow a thriving community, where families with children of all ages with special needs can feel connected, be encouraged, and find hope for the road ahead. Connect with Us: If you enjoy this podcast please share us with others and be sure to follow us so won't miss an episode. We'd love to hear from you so please leave us a comment or rating and connect with us on social media or on our website. Email us: info@hopeonthehardroad.org Website: https://hopeonthehardroad.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopeonthehardroad/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hopeonthehardroad/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2621447987943459 Free Youtube Resource Library: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsSAfvTkSy87X-fEqtVR2qvo7w9UQBuxz  

John and Mark from John's Crazy Socks are spreading happiness again, offering jokes, stories, and their usual banter. Today's show: John's love life, a new Special Olympic sport for John: Bocce, a World Down Syndrome Day celebration, dinner parties and Mark's Song of the Day, hanging with Kevin James, and whatever else might pop into John's mind.   Business of the Week: The Granola Kid (a.k.a. Zamaan Jivraj)  We're celebrating an incredible entrepreneur who proves that with hard work and perseverance, anything is possible! Meet Zamaan Jivraj also known as The Granola Kid. From the very start of his life, Liam faced health challenges, but his parents instilled in him the belief that no obstacle could stand in the way of his dreams. That mindset, combined with his love for healthy eating, led him to create The Granola Kid—a business dedicated to making the most nutritious and delicious granola out there.  At The Granola Kid, it's all about starting your journey with the right fuel—granola made with real ingredients you can actually pronounce! Whether you eat it for breakfast or take it on the go as a snack, Liam's granola is made to help you power through your day. His message is simple: he provides nutrition, and you bring the determination—together, we can all achieve our goals.  Want to support Liam's mission and grab some tasty granola? Visit TheGranolaKid.com and get snacking!  Good News Story of the Week: Our Autism Can Do Scholarship has a deadline of March 15, 2025. Enter now. https://johnscrazysocks.com/pages/autism-can-do-scholarship   Buy some socks, be happy: https://johnscrazysocks.com/   Join John's Tuesday Dance Party, every Tuesday at 3 p.m. Eastern: https://johnscrazysocks.com/pages/online-dance-party-with-john   Check out Mark's Song of the Day: https://paumonokharbor.com/song-of-the-day   Want to learn more about John's Crazy Socks? Check out this short video: https://youtu.be/dzPvxz1oUEA  Check out our TEDx Talk: “Hiring People with Differing Abilities is Not Altruism, It is Good Business” https://youtu.be/uXtrhHSFkuY   Hosted by John & Mark Cronin, co-founders of John's Crazy Socks.  Follow @johnscrazysocks on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and TikTok. The Spreading Happiness Podcast is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios. For show ideas, guest inquiries, general feedback, sponsorships and media inquiries, drop an email: thespreadinghapinesspodcast@lp516.com Information about Speaking Engagements with John and Mark: https://johnscrazysocks.com/pages/speaking-engagements-1  Subscribe to The Spreading Happiness Podcast on Apple Podcasts and get notified of new episodes, every Tuesday! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-spreading-happiness-podcast/id1611218712 

John and Mark from John's Crazy Socks are back! Here's what's on their minds tonight: Special Olympics Winter Games, John's love life, World Down Syndrome Day is coming, supporting people with differing abilities in today's cultural and political climate, and whatever else might pop into John's mind.  Business of the Week: Sweet Jordan's. Located in Paris, Tennessee, Sweet Jordan's serves up delicious homemade treats while raising awareness for an even sweeter cause. The family-owned business started with Jordan St. John, son of Tommie and Brad St. John. Jordan, who was born with Down syndrome, always loved cooking and baking with his father. In 2017, he and his parents worked together to turn that passion into a business that has since become a beloved local bakery and an asset to the community. Sweet Jordan's not only serves handcrafted ice cream, freshly baked cookies, sandwiches, espresso, smoothies and more but also hires adults with special needs like Jordan, honoring their slogan: “Focusing on abilities, not disabilities.” Good News Story of the Week: Texas Rangers infielder Jake Burger will wear number 21 this season to honor his daughter, Penelope.  Buy some socks, be happy: https://johnscrazysocks.com/  Join John's Tuesday Dance Party, every Tuesday at 3 p.m. Eastern: https://johnscrazysocks.com/pages/online-dance-party-with-john  Want to learn more about John's Crazy Socks? Check out this short video: https://youtu.be/dzPvxz1oUEA Check out our TEDx Talk: “Hiring People with Differing Abilities is Not Altruism, It is Good Business” https://youtu.be/uXtrhHSFkuY Hosted by John & Mark Cronin, co-founders of John's Crazy Socks.  Follow @johnscrazysocks on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and TikTok. The Spreading Happiness Podcast is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios. For show ideas, guest inquiries, general feedback, sponsorships and media inquiries, drop an email: thespreadinghapinesspodcast@lp516.com Information about Speaking Engagements with John and Mark: https://johnscrazysocks.com/pages/speaking-engagements-1  Subscribe to The Spreading Happiness Podcast on Apple Podcasts and get notified of new episodes, every Tuesday! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-spreading-happiness-podcast/id1611218712 

Family Series: “Creativity in Marriage & Parenting” with Angela and Mike O'Brien     You are going to love this episode! We have Angela O'Brien of the Especially Organized Podcast back on and she's joined by her husband Mike. This is going to be another fun and heartfelt episode in our marriage and family series that you won't want to miss!   Angela and Mike have been married for 26 years and live in Texas and have 2 adult children, with a daughter who is diagnosed with Down Syndrome. As we approach World Down Syndrome Day on Mar 21st we talked about advocacy along with marriage and parenting, and a so much more. Eric and I really enjoyed connecting with these 2 and found that we had a crazy amount of similarities in this stage of life. Listen in to our conversation with Mike and Angela O'Brien.    Bio: (see bio) Angela and Michael O'Brien met in the early 90's while working as sales representatives for a paper company in St. Louis. As good friends and colleagues, they started dating when they both went off to graduate school. Married since 1997, they have a son living and working in Madison, WI and a 21-year-old daughter who has a diagnosis of Down Syndrome. Their journey as a family has been deeply enriched by the disability community. Angela has been an advocate since their daughter's birth and is now a professional organizer and podcast host for moms of kids with special needs. Mike is co-founder of Roosevelt Capital Management, having met his business partner on the sidelines of a Special Olympics basketball game watching their girls. They live in Dallas, TX with their daughter and beloved dog, Coco. Contacts: (see contacts) Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (@yourspacereclaimed) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠(Your Space Reclaimed) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Your Space Reclaimed Professional Organizing   For a family raising a child with special needs, life can be difficult. There are many storms to weather and struggles to address, and we often feel isolated and alone due to the nature of our circumstances. Families have a need to connect and find resources, a need to be encouraged, and a need for hope as we walk down what can be a very hard road at times. Hope on the Hard Road Special Needs Podcast was created for this purpose. Our vision is to grow a thriving community, where families with children of all ages with special needs can feel connected, be encouraged, and find hope for the road ahead. Connect with Us: If you enjoy this podcast please share us with others and be sure to follow us so won't miss an episode. We'd love to hear from you so please leave us a comment or rating and connect with us on social media or on our website. Email us: info@hopeonthehardroad.org Website: https://hopeonthehardroad.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopeonthehardroad/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hopeonthehardroad/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2621447987943459 Free Youtube Resource Library: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsSAfvTkSy87X-fEqtVR2qvo7w9UQBuxz

Advocacy is not just about raising awareness; it's about creating real change.Madison Tevlin is an actor, Host, Model, and Advocate. She is known for her impactful work in the "Assume That I Can" campaign for World Down Syndrome Day and her role in "Champions" alongside Woody Harrelson. Madison shares her wonderful journey and passion for music and storytelling.Madison talks about her upcoming podcast, "21 Questions," featuring stars like Paris Hilton and Nelly Furtado. Madison opens up about the challenges of breaking stereotypes associated with Down syndrome and emphasizes the importance of community support in her life.Key Moments00:00 Multi-faceted journey06:24 Music and family enhance wellness17:53 Opening up about Down syndrome22:19 Perfect fit for the roles27:26 Redefining Stereotypes Through Storytelling45:25 Education integration fosters communityConnect with Madison TevlinInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/madisontevlin/?hl=en Website: https://www.madisontevlin.com/ 

Mary shares her personal experience on this past World Down Syndrome Day and cool experience after wearing her "Love Down Syndrome" shirt.  She also shares that even though this day is important, that this year she didn't do a whole lot other than wearing mismatched socks and her Down syndrome shirt and her subsequent feelings about this.  And Mary also has some big news about her Haunted Rocking Moms and some exciting summer plans!

Welcome Back No-Problem Parents!   In this special episode of the No Problem Parenting Podcast, we Celebrate World Down Syndrome Day highlighting two amazing resources for parents raising children with special needs.   First, Drew Vernon shares how Tonies, an innovative screen-free audio storytelling experience designed to ignite children's imaginations and encourage independent play is supporting teachers, librarians, hospitals and children with special needs.   From their colorful Toniebox Smart Speakers to a diverse library of age-appropriate content, Tonies offer a refreshing alternative to screen time, nurturing a love for storytelling in children aged three and older. For educators interested in incorporating Tonies into their classrooms, Drew shares valuable insights and resources tailored specifically for teachers.   In the second segment, we're joined by Jacks Mom, Carissa Carroll, founder of Jack's Basket as she shares her personal journey of receiving Jacks diagnosis. Carissa shares the vision behind Jack's Basket and the impactful initiatives they undertake to ensure every child with Down syndrome is celebrated and embraced by their community.   Listen in as we celebrate diversity, spread awareness, and uplift the voices of children with Down syndrome on World Down Syndrome Day and every day. To hear the full interview with Carissa Carroll, tune in to Episode 121 and visit Jacks Basket here: https://jacksbasket.org/   To learn more about Tonies tune in to EP 244 of visit https://us.tonies.com/ Tonies for Special Needs: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1287885262605155 Tonies Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/300290029366086 Tonies for Teachers: https://www.facebook.com/groups/toniesforteachers Tonies for Librarians: https://www.facebook.com/groups/toniesforlibrarians     Thank you for tuning in to the No Problem Parenting podcast.   For a better nights sleep and to de-stress your brain: Try the 7 Day free trial of NuCalm and enter CODE: NoProblem for 15% off all products.   FREE PARENTING RESOURCES: Resources to help you keep calm and stay out of the battle: 60 Ways to Respond to Your Kids without Losing Your Cool Make it Right Technique PDF   GET STARTED: Become a No-Problem Parent TODAY!  Meet with Jaci: Jaci's Calendar   Follow No Problem Parents, on: FB - IG - LinkedIn - YouTube - Twitter - Threads   Check out our Books! No-Problem Parenting; Raising Your Kiddos with More Confidence and Less Fear No Problem Parenting; Resources and Stories that Create Confidence and Connection   Hugs and High Fives, You Got This!   Jaci

Those with Down Syndrome are more likely to have Celiac Disease.A study in the Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition 71(2):p 252-256, August 2020. | DOI: 10.1097/MPG.0000000000002742 identified a high (9.8%) prevalence of celiac disease in children with Down syndrome when routine screening practices were implemented in the Down syndrome clinic starting in 2011. Overall, 82% of these children with celiac disease were diagnosed by screening in the referral clinic. Without the practice of routine screening in the specialty clinic, the vast majority of cases would not have been detected in routine visits from primary care. In honor of World Down Syndrome Day on March 21st, please share this article with anyone you know who loves or cares for someone with Downs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

[This blog will always be free to read, but it's also how I pay my bills. If you have suggestions or feedback on how I can earn your paid subscription, shoot me an email: cmclymer@gmail.com. And yes, I am available for speaking engagements. And if all this is too big a commitment, I'm always thankful for a simple cup of coffee.]Happy Monday, folks!It's that time again. I'm sorry for missing last week; I was under the weather. Here are five positive/interesting/fun things that'll hopefully make you smile, make you laugh, and make you think. And in case you missed it, check out the previous iteration.1. The Mega Viral Ad for Down Syndrome AwarenessThis past Thursday (3/21) was World Down Syndrome Day, first celebrated in 2007 and observed by the United Nations since 2012. In advance of it, the folks at the National Down Syndrome Society released an absolutely fantastic ad about those proudly living with it. Starring actress and model Madison Tevlin, it humorously points out how ridiculous it is to have low standards for folks with Down Syndrome. The ad has been making enormous waves online, garnering praise and widespread discussion. And if this doesn't make you smile, I don't know what will.2. Historic World Championship Free Skate By Teenager Ilia MalininIf you don't yet know Ilia Malinin, you will soon. The 19 year-old American figure skating superstar captured the world title this past weekend with what's being called by many the greatest free skate performance of all-time. His name was already in the history books: two years ago, he became the first person to land a Quadruple Axel, almost 45 years after the first Triple Axel was landed in competition. All that is wildly impressive, sure, but what undeniably sets apart the performance aspect of his routine on Saturday was setting it to the theme of “Succession” — unexpected and totally right. I reached out to my pal Kaitlyn Weaver, three-time Canadian national champion and three-time world medalist, for her expert take: “Ilia is performing elements that have never been done before! He's giving the sport the BADASS reputation it deserves.” (By the way, you should absolutely follow her on Instagram; she's fantastic.)3. “Stranger Planet” by Nathan W. PyleHow do I even explain this comic? Imagine a completely wholesome world in which alien beings use overly complex language (yet adorably specific) to describe the minutiae of the day-to-day life of human beings. Part of the fun is deciphering what's being referenced in our real world (“Existence??” = LIFE cereal, for example). It's always witty, interesting, warm, and hilarious. Pyle's artistic and comedic approach is strikingly optimistic against a moment in our cultural landscape that leans heavily on cynicism and ironic detachment.4. University of Idaho Pep Band Fills in for Yale UniversityCollege basketball phenom Caitlin Clark is probably the biggest story in sports at the moment, so it's understandable that other narratives coming out of March Madness may get overlooked (“March Madness” is the nickname for the NCAA Division I basketball national championship tournament, for you non-sportsball folks). That's why I wanna draw some attention to this heartwarming nugget. Yale University's men's team—the Ivy League Champs—played their first round in Spokane this past week, but the university's pep band couldn't make the trip due to a travel conflict. So, naturally, the University of Idaho's pep band stepped up and said: “You know what? We got y'all covered.” With only one practice beforehand (to learn Yale's music, cues, etc.), the band dressed up in Yale garb and came out swinging. This is the same game in which Yale (#13 seed) delivered a huge upset against Auburn (#4 seed). How damn cool is that?5. I'm Speaking at the Texas Democratic Convention in JuneAs many of you know, I'm from Texas, and the folks down there on the ground are fighting tooth-and-nail for a better future for all people. From Rep. Colin Allred to Rep. Jasmine Crockett to Lauren Ashley Simmons, there are Democrats up and down the ballot who deserve our support because of how powerfully and relentlessly they're advocating for our collective future. So, when the Texas Democratic Party reached out and asked if I'd like to speak at their convention in El Paso this year, it was a very easy decision, to say the least. On a more personal note, this was something of a childhood dream for me, the kind of thing that, while growing up, I imagined would be pretty cool to do someday but never thought I'd actually do it. And yet, here I am. I wanna thank all of you for supporting my writing and advocacy. You made this possible. For those of you living in Texas, come to the convention!Charlotte's Web Thoughts is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to Charlotte's Web Thoughts at charlotteclymer.substack.com/subscribe

Some very fashionable third graders started a weekly trend of dressing to the nines at school. The star of the viral campaign for World Down Syndrome Day reflects on the ad's empowering message. For most people, March is for basketball... but for this library, it's all about cats for a good cause! A DJ and a cancer survivor team up to cheer patients up at a children's hospital. Plus, how much do you love your favorite book... enough to go to an immersive event? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In honor of World Down Syndrome Day, Rachel and Sean are joined by the youngest of their 9 kids, Valentina, to celebrate her talents and traits that brighten the day of everyone she encounters. They explain why they don't agree with the recent '#AssumeICan' Down syndrome ad taking the internet by storm and how big of an issue it is that countless babies with Down syndrome are being aborted before being given a chance at life. They also discuss the Kennedy family's public support of President Biden despite RFK Jr. running and Rachel's experience taking a trip to Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's congressional district. Follow Sean & Rachel on Twitter: @SeanDuffyWI & @RCamposDuffy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The baseball season kicked off, but the league is making headlines for all the wrong reasons. The Vatican Museums organized a special initiative so visitors can get a closer look at art that depicts the Lord's Passion and Resurrection. And today we celebrate World Down Syndrome Day.

NDSC Board Member and Self-Advocate Craig Blackburn joined the podcast to share about the amazing work that he is doing.  He and his mother Pat Ehrle shared about their experiences and what World Down Syndrome Day means to them.

In honor of World Down Syndrome Day, the extremely talented Kevin Iannucci and James Keith join the podcast!! Kevin and James are both actors who starred in the 2023 comedy Champions, A Bobby Farrelly comedy centered around a college basketball coach who was ordered to coach a special needs basketball team. Both Kevin and James KILLED IT in their roles, so they joined us to talk about it! Kevin and James are both really impressive guys. Kevin is an experienced actor who has Down syndrome. He was featured in multiple roles leading up to Champions, with this being his breakthrough role! James's path is a bit different, being a Special Olympics athlete who took this on as his first acting role, but you would never have known! In the episode, we discussed their experience on set with the big stars, their acting methods behind the scenes, and their interests and hobbies outside of acting; we did some podcast karaoke to a certified classic, learned their ‘Little Something Extra' and of course heard some of GiGi's TIPPSS! It is a super fun episode filled with a lot of laughs and a lot of heart. Like us, you'll surely want to be best friends with these dudes when it's over! Enjoy!! See the video version of the episode here.

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In celebration of World Down Syndrome Day, Boyd highlights Mia Armstrong and her new book I Am a Materpiece. The worth of life is infinite and we all have something to learn from people who are different. So say hello, give a wave and engage. 

Dr Mark Wells, Dr Murugu Manickam, and Kari Jones visit the studio as we celebrate World Down Syndrome Day on March 21. This year's theme is “End the Stereotypes” and we will do that by answering questions and correcting misconceptions about this common genetic condition. We hope you can join us!

  On this week's episode, Bishop Burbidge:  Shares the news of the USCCB selection of Father Donald Planty Jr., pastor of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, as one of five priests from the U.S. to join the worldwide delegation of priests in the next phase of the ongoing Synod on Synodality   Extends the nationwide invitation to pray for the end of abortion and the protection of all mothers and preborn children   Reflects on the legacy of Bishop Keating, the second bishop of Arlington, in advance of the anniversary of his death on March 22   Congratulates the Christendom College women's basketball team on winning the USCAA DII National Championship   Responds to the news of Vice President Kamala Harris touring a Planned Parenthood abortion facility    Expresses his hope for the observance of World Down Syndrome Day on March 21   Gives his Final Four prediction amid NCAA March Madness   Bishop also answers the following questions from the faithful:   What is your message to catechumens who don't have support from their families?   Is leading a diocese similar to being the CEO of a company or is it completely different? 

In 2016, John Cronin was attending his last year of high school. Like every high school senior, he was trying to figure out what came next. John is a natural entrepreneur. He wanted to start a business with his dad. But what were they going to do? John thought about opening a food truck. But they ran into a problem: neither of them could cook. But then John had a “Eureka!” moment. They decided to sell crazy socks. Why socks? Because they're fun, colorful, and John loved them. If John loved them that much, they realized they could find other people who loved them, too.  John is not only an entrepreneur, but he also has Down syndrome. Every day, John and his father, Mark, show what people with differing abilities can do. More than half of their colleagues have a differing ability. John's Crazy Socks is a social enterprise with a mission to spread happiness.  Listen in for some great takeaways about the entrepreneurial journey of a father and son who are paving the way for those with different abilities. They're making a huge impact while spreading happiness everywhere they go. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... Learn more about Mark and John Cronin [3:03]  How did John's Crazy Socks come to be? [6:22]  John's favorite pair of socks [9:50]  What it felt like to launch a business with each other [10:59]  Why they're passionate about the Special Olympics [12:45]  Learn more about World Down Syndrome Day [14:36]  Get your copy of “Financial Planning Made Personal” [16:27]  Why they promote World Down Syndrome Day [17:05]  Why it's important to hire people with differing abilities [18:47]  John's favorite story of someone who's worn their socks [22:01]  How to create a business with a strong social mission [24:56]  What John did today that put him in the mindset for success [27:39]  Resources & People Mentioned Grab your copy of “Financial Planning Made Personal” Sign up for Paula's Newsletter Get the Afford Anything Podcast Show Notes The Knowledge Project Podcast The Everywhereist Connect with Paula Pant The website On Instagram On Twitter On Linkedin On YouTube Connect With Mitlin Financial podcast*at*mitlinfinancial(dot)com - email us with your suggestions for topics or guests If you would like to learn more schedule a call: https://mitlin.us/FitCall https://mitlinfinancial.com  Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram Subscribe on Youtube Follow on Linkedin Follow on Facebook Guests on the Mitlin Money Mindset Show are not affiliated with CWM, LLC, and opinions expressed herein may not be representative of CWM, LLC. CWM, LLC is not responsible for the guest's content linked on this site. Subscribe to Mitlin Money Mindset® on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts

World Down Syndrome Day is March 21, 2024. Join us for an uplifting conversation with Alexis Pechek and Ileana Hamilton, two parents whose lives have been enriched by their children with Down syndrome. They'll share their honest journeys - from navigating the initial diagnosis to the beautiful ways their families have grown. This episode is a beacon of hope for any parent facing a new Down syndrome diagnosis, reminding us of the profound joy these incredible children bring to the world.

Froggy's son Caden turns 21, Sam loves that celebs are open about their health issues, Gandhi got a GIF maker, Nate wants to time travel to Hawaii in the early 1800's, Skeery was fooled by TikTok...again, and Danielle wants us to remember it's World Down Syndrome Day on March 21st!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.