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Sammie Smiles
by Sammie Vance
Sammie Smiles podcast is all about inspiring and bringing smiles to listeners and guests. Sammie is a girl with a big heart and a knack for spreading kindness. This podcast is for all ages. Sammie will interview many amazing people. Spend 15-20 minutes a week with Sammie and get ready to smile!
Episodes
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S3 E2: Sammie Interviews Ethan Hill
In this episode Sammie talks with Ethan Hill the founder of Ethan’s Heart Bags 4 Blessings. Ethan is an amazing kid that helps the homeless in his community and even has his own trailer to bring around to different places to not only distribute items but to teach as well. Sammie and Ethan were…
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S3 E1: Sammie Interviews Ryan Hickman
It's season 3 of Sammie Smiles podcast and her first guest is Ryan Hickman who was her very first guest on season one! Back for more fun with these 2 friends that care about helping the environment and being goofy too! Sammie and Ryan got to meet in person back in June after being pen pals for…
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S2 E29: Sammie Q&A
In this episode Sammie wraps up year 2 and season 2 of Sammie Smiles Podcast! This time you asked the questions and Sammie answers! Find out a little more about what motivates Sammie, best advice given on her podcast and oh yes there is a nice rapid-fire section at the end. 83 episodes so far and...
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S2 E28: Sammie Interviews Dr. Jen Welter
In this episode Sammie talks to Dr. Jen Welter. Dr. Jen is best known for being the first female NFL coach, but she is so much more! She is a sports psychologist and a gold medalist, speaker, an author and does countless other amazing things including her Grrridiron Girls football camps. Find out...
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S2 E27: Sammie Interviews Brad Montague
In this inspiring new episode Sammie talks to Brad Montague. Brad is a New York Times bestselling author and illustrator. He was the creator of Kid President, and his work is designed to connect with the hearts of children young and old. He is currently preparing to hit the road to celebrate the...
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S2 E26: Sammie Interviews E Train
In this episode Sammie talks to fellow book lover and podcast host E Train. E Train has been hosting a podcast called E Train Talks where he interviews Middle Grade Authors. Sammie and him have a lot of fun talking all things books, interviews and other things in between! Find out about his…
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S2 E25: Sammie Interviews Marissa Meyers
In this episode Sammie talks to New York Times Bestselling author and podcast host Marissa Meyers. Marissa has written multiple best sellers and Sammie is a huge fan of her writing style. They both have being authors and podcast hosts in common. Find out where Marissa gets her inspiration from…
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S2 E24: Sammie Interviews Bill Barr
In this episode on World Juggling Day Sammie talks to Bill Barr. Bill and Sammie met a few years ago at the IJA, International Jugglers Association Convention. Sammie was a guest speaker at the Benefit show and received the first IJA Sammie Vance Youth Achievement award named in her honor. Find…
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S2 E23: Sammie Interviews Samirah Horton
In this episode, Sammie talks to Samirah Horton, known by many as DJ Annie Red. She is an award-winning DJ and activist from Brooklyn, NY. Samirah uses her music to spread an anti-bullying message. Sammie and Samirah hold in common: both being authors, recent Kid of the Year finalists, and most...
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S2 E22: Sammie Interviews Dr. Mark Daniel
In this episode Sammie talks to Dr. Mark Daniel, the superintendent of the largest school district in Indiana (Fort Wayne Community Schools) This week marks the end of the school year, but the summer break is only for students. Find out what a superintendent does and why Dr. Daniel loves his…
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S2 E21: Sammie Interviews Adina Lichtman
In this episode Sammie interviews Adina Lichtman, founder of Knock Knock Give a Sock. Adina started her nonprofit to help humanize homelessness one sock at a time by turning transactions into interactions. Find out what inspired her and how the pandemic changed how she did things. Adina is also…
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S2 E20: Sammie Interviews Vladimir Duthiers
You are in for a treat! Sammie interviews the Peabody and Emmy award winning journalist Vladimir Duthiers. Vlad is a CBS News correspondent in New York that has an incredible way of interacting with people all over the world. This episode covers so much and is jam packed full of topics from…
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S2 E19: Sammie Interviews Lennon Epand
In this episode Sammie talks to 8 year old Lennon Epand who is the front woman and co writer of the band Homescool. This interview will get you Rockin' for sure! Find out how Lennon first got involved in music and what it's like working with her dad and good friends. With a new song release…
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S2 E18: Sammie Interviews Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch
In this episode Sammie talks to Indiana's Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch. Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch is the President of the Senate, overseas multiple boards and is the founder of the Brilliant Firefly Award. Find out about the Lt. Governors responsibilities and the pros and cons of the job. What…
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S2 E17: Sammie Interviews Hana Mangat
In this episode Sammie interviews Hana Mangat, the founder of Sikh Kid 2 Kid and an intern at Channel Kindness. Channel Kindness is a part of Lady Gaga’s Born this Way Foundation. Sammie was recently asked to write an article about kindness for their blog and that is how this interview came to…
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S2 E16: Sammie Interviews Jeff Wall
In this episode Sammie talks to Jeff Wall, founder of Golden Age Karate. Jeff goes to different senior citizen facilities and teaches them karate and shows kindness. Sammie and him recently worked on a small project together and because what he does is so inspiring it was a no brainer to ask him…
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S2 E15: Sammie Interviews Stacy Bauer
In this episode Sammie talks to Stacy Bauer. Stacy is an author, teacher, and founder of Hop off the Press. They talk writing books, making a difference and kids changing the world. Sammie is featured in Stacy's new book series Young Changemakers. You will no doubt leave inspired after listening…
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S2 E14: Sammie Interviews Rebecca Louie
In this episode Sammie talks to Rebecca Louie, Executive Director of The Bee Conservancy. You will learn about bees and appreciate them in a whole new light after listening to this conversation. Find out why bees are so important in our every day life and what we can do to help make sure they are...
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S2 E13: Sammie Interviews Amy Guglielmo
In this episode Sammie talks to Amy Guglielmo, the Creative Director for the new Reading Rainbow LIVE. Amy is also an author, illustrator, artist and teacher. You will love their colorful conversation on writing books, the importance of art and inspiring others. Find out about the new Reading...
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S2 E12: Sammie Interviews Benjamin Wong
In this episode Sammie talks to Benjamin Wong, founder of Kid CEO and podcast host. Benjamin is passionate about connecting with other kid entrepreneurs. He is also involved in explaining NFT's and Crypto. Sammie and Benjamin talk about the importance of finding something you are passionate about...
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S2 E11: Sammie Interviews Vicki Bachmann
In this episode Sammie talks to Vicki Bachmann, VP of Business Partnerships for MATTER. MATTER is a global nonprofit on a mission to help people launch projects that improve communities. Find out how MATTER came to be and how they believe and show that everyone matters! You will enjoy this...
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S2 E10: Sammie Interviews Ekansh Tambe
In this episode Sammie talks to Ekansh Tambe, founder of Beyond Borders. Ekansh wanted to know what happens across the border and instead of wondering took the initiative to take his camera and travel the world to find out firsthand about it. Find out what motivates him. Be inspired to not just...
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S2 E9: Sammie Interviews Victoria Ren
In this episode Sammie talks with Victoria Ren, founder of STEM & Buds. Sammie and Victoria met recently through the Power of Children's Award at the Children's Museum of Indianapolis. Find out why STEM is so important for kids to be involved in and why Victoria is passionate about it. Learn what...
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S2 E8: Sammie Interviews Arsh Pal
In this artistic episode Sammie interviews Arsh Pal. Arsh is a young artist on a mission to help others through his artwork. Find out about his drive. Also learn about what he is doing to help senior citizens through his passion. Sammie and Arsh connect and have a lot of fun doing it. Get ready…
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S2 E7: Sammie Interviews Rodney Smith Jr
In this episode Sammie talks to Rodney Smith Jr, founder of Raising Men and Women Lawn Care Service. Rodney encourages kids to take a challenge of mowing 50 yards free for elderly, veterans, and single parents. Rodney also just wrapped up a 50-state holiday tour visiting kids with illnesses and...
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S2 E6: Sammie Interviews Kollin Matthews
In the first episode of 2022 Sammie interviews her youngest guest to date, Kollin Matthews. Kollin is a 5 year old that embodies what Sammie often says that you don't have to be an adult to make a difference, you can be a kid too. Sammie and Kollin have been involved in a few of the same kindness...
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S2 E5: Sammie Interviews Ashley Nevison
In this episode Sammie talks to Ashley Nevison just in time for Giving Tuesday 2021. Ashley not only volunteers to helps those in need but also has a podcast, is an author and both Sammie and she are Giving Tuesday Sparks leaders. Though states and years a part Ashley and Sammie have a lot in...
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S2 E4: Sammie Interviews Will Poulter
In this fantastic new episode of Sammie Smiles, Sammie interviews the talented Will Poulter. Will is a well-known advocate for anti-bullying and his work with The Diana Award. He is an accomplished actor best known for his roles in The Maze Runner, We are the Millers and The Chronicles of Narnia....
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S2 E3: Sammie Interviews Leo Abelo Perry
In this energy filled episode Sammie talks to 8 year old Leo Abelo Perry. Leo is a kid with many talents from dancing to acting to having his own podcast. Sammie and Leo talk about his Dance for Justice initiative, his new podcast "The Activators" (which Sammie just recorded for) and him being…
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S2 E2: Sammie Interviews Asha Curran
In this episode Sammie talks to Asha Curran, CEO and co-founder of the Global Movement Giving Tuesday. Sammie has been a Giving Tuesday leader for the past two and a half years and has learned so much about giving in the process. Find out how Giving Tuesday started, how far its spread, and...
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S2 E1: Sammie Interviews Shawn Dunwoody
In the first episode of season 2, Sammie interviews Shan Dunwoody, an accomplished artist, designer, director and creative. Shawn has dabbled in many different forms of art. He travels the world doing amazing murals. One of those murals is in Sammie's hometown and happens to be in the background…
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Episode 52: Sammie Interviews Lucy Blaylock
In this episode Sammie talks to Lucy, the founder of Lucy's Love Blankets. Lucy has been sewing blankets for those that need it most. Find out about her mission and how she started. Sammie and Lucy were both recently part of America Strong series on ABC. They are also Giving Tuesday Sparks…
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Episode 51: Sammie Interviews Juliette Blake
In this Day of the Girl episode, Sammie talks with Juliette Blake, co-founder and CEO of Miss O and Friends. Miss O and Friends is a safe community for girls to connect. It is a tween and teen social networking site by girls for girls. Sammie has been involved as an ambassador for a few years and...
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Episode 50: Sammie Interviews Dr. Chris Yandle
In this episode Sammie talks with Dr. Chris Yandle. Known by many for his daily lunch notes to his kids he has been a guest on the Today show and recently Kelly Clarkson Show. Sammie and Chris both share the love of writing letters and cheering people up. This is a great 50th episode. Don't miss...
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Episode 49: Sammie Interviews Yuri Williams
In this episode Sammie talks with Yuri Williams, founder of A Future Super Hero and Friends and co-host of Thank Good It's Friday podcast. Yuri's mission is to help those in need. His vision: To improve the quality of life and restoring the dignity of those we serve by meeting their needs and...
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Episode 48: Sammie Interviews Chelsea Phaire
In this episode Sammie talks to Chelsea Phaire, founder of Chelsea's Charity. If you like art and giving and inspiration, then this is a conversation you won't want to miss. Sammie and Chelsea have been connected for a few years through Giving Tuesday Sparks and they talk about the importance of...
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Episode 47: Sammie Interviews Braden Baker
In this episode Sammie talks with Braden Baker, who brings inspiration and hearing aid awareness around the country and world. He has been on the Ellen Show, part of the Marvel Hero Project and H&M Role Models. Find out why his mission is so important to him and how many he has been able to…
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Episode 46: Sammie Interviews Kate Gilman Williams
In this episode Sammie talks to Kate Gilman Williams. Kate is the founder of Kids Can Save Animals. She is an author, just released a song, started a new venture with Microsoft and returned from an amazing trip to Africa. Find out about Kate's passion for wildlife and what she is doing to help...
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Episode 45: Sammie Interviews Rod Woodson
Just in time for the start of football season Sammie interviews one of the greatest football players of all time, Rod Woodson. Rod still holds some records in the NFL from his 17 seasons playing. He was a first round draft pick in 1987 and inducted into the NFL Football Hall of Fame in 2009. He…
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Episode 44: Sammie's Book Special
In this special book episode Sammie talks to some very important people that helped make her book possible. With the release of her debut book “Inspire the World: A Kid’s Journey to Making a Difference” happening this week she introduces you to 4 key people in her publishing journey. She talks…
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Episode 43: Sammie Interviews Khloe Thompson
In this episode Sammie talks to Khloe Thompson, an international philanthropist and founder of Khloe Kares. Sammie and Khloe have been connected for the past few years through Giving Tuesday and Giving Tuesday Sparks. They both love to give and spread kindness. Find out why Khloe started Khloe...
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Episode 42: Sammie Interviews Tessy Ojo CBE
In this royal episode of Sammie Smiles! Sammie interviews Tessy Ojo CBE who is the CEO of The Diana Award. Sammie was honored to be a 2020 Diana Award recipient. You will love hearing these two talk about the inspiring work that kids are doing around the world. Find out about the many great...
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Episode 41: Sammie Interviews GEM Sisters
In this episode Sammie talks to the GEM Sisters! Giselle, Evangeline & Mercedes are the GEM Sisters. They are real life sisters and Influencers that have a hugely successful Social media platform. Their Youtube channel has over a million subscribers with fresh fun videos weekly aimed at making...
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Episode 40: Sammie Interviews Addison Agen
In this inspiring episode Sammie interviews singer/songwriter Addison Agen. Both Fort Wayne girls making a difference in this world. Sammie talks to Addison about her tour and new album along with how long she has been singing and what it was like to be on The Voice at age 16. This episode is…
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Episode 39:Sammie Interviews Mike Nutter
This Sammie Smiles episode is a home run full of smiles, inspiration, baseball and buddy benches! Sammie interviews Mike Nutter, the president of Fort Wayne's TinCaps baseball team. Find out how they first met and how Mike and his organization have helped Sammie on her buddy bench mission since…
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Episode 38: Sammie Interviews Jordan Phillips
In this episode Sammie interviews Jordan Phillips, the founder of Cozys for the Cure. Find out why Jordan is sewing to help raise money for breast cancer research and what makes her smile. You will also find out the first thing that Sammie ever sewed and what Jordan and Sammie have in common.…
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Episode 37: Cash Daniels
In this episode Sammie talks to Cash Daniels also known as the Conservation Kid and co founder of The Clean Up Kids. This episode is full of smiles and ways that you can care for the environment around you. Both Sammie and Cash were recent winners of the Top National Youth Volunteers from...
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Episode 36: Sammie Interviews David Pavlove Cunsolo
In this special episode Sammie presents the IJA Sammie Vance Youth Civic Achievement Award to David Pavlove Cunsolo. David has been juggling for years and donating time to not only teach but juggle for those that need some cheering up. Find out how he got creative during covid and what motivates...
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Episode 35: Sammie Interviews Darryl Hardy
In this episode Sammie talks to Darryl Hardy, founder of The Gemini Foundation. Darryl is a former professional basketball player who has played around the world and experienced a lot. Find out what impacted him to start The Gemini Foundation and start bringing playgrounds to areas that need it...
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Episode 34:Sammie Interviews Anna Du
In this episode Sammie interviews Anna Du, a kid inventor and expert on Microplastics. She is an author and winner of many scientific awards. Sammie and Anna have fun talking about science and about them meeting on Operation Awesome and how they are "soul sisters". You won't want to miss a second...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Sammie Smiles podcast is all about inspiring and bringing smiles to listeners and guests. Sammie is a girl with a big heart and a knack for spreading kindness. This podcast is for all ages. Sammie will interview many amazing people. Spend 15-20 minutes a week with Sammie and get ready to smile!
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Sammie Vance
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What is Sammie Smiles about?
Sammie Smiles podcast is all about inspiring and bringing smiles to listeners and guests. Sammie is a girl with a big heart and a knack for spreading kindness. This podcast is for all ages. Sammie will interview many amazing people. Spend 15-20 minutes a week with Sammie and get ready to smile!
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Sammie Smiles is created and hosted by Sammie Vance.
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