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TALK Down Syndrome
by Chantele
TALK Down Syndrome is a podcast created to show the world how Down Syndrome is truly amazing. My goal is to inspire and support through YOUR life stories! Each episode is a unique interview that provides real life experiences about our loved ones, shared by you. Together we can create a new definition of Down syndrome! We are here to TALK (Teach, Advocate, Listen, and Kindness)
Episodes
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TALK 41: Delicious Spoonful's
Nestled in the heart of Boca Raton, Florida, Delicious Spoonfuls is serving up much more than just sweet treats—it is scooping up hope, purpose, and community connection. Founded by Robert and Helen with their son, Adir (who has Down Syndrome) as their muse, this unique ice cream company is…
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TALK 40: Advocating Never Ends; Debbie Miller author of "Raising Ricky"
Debbie Miller is the author of "Raising Ricky," a memoir she wrote describing her journey advocating for her brother Ricky who not only has Down Syndrome but was recently diagnosed with Alzheimer's. Ricky was born in the 60's, in which Debbie gives us insight on how people with special needs were...
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TALK 39: The Counseling Couples; Petra Rojas
We always have episodes discussing our journeys with our loved ones with special needs, but why don't we ever ask ourselves "how is our marriage or relationship going after having a child with special needs?" Often times the struggles and obstacles parents face having a child with special needs...
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TALK 38: Author Talia Frayre Martinez
Not only is Talia one of my newest friends, but she is an amazing author who just released her first book called The Adventures of Sammy and Rosie Conquering Thunder Hill, which is book number one of her series. Her main characters Sammy and Rosie are created after her children and Rosie has…
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TALK: 37 The Upside of Down- Golf & Down Syndrome
This TALK episode we have guests, Phillip and Ramona Gallegos from The Upside of Down Foundation. Phillip and Ramona created a fun way to advocate for their son, Zachary, through Golf Tournaments. Today we speak to them about their journey with Zachary and how golfing and awareness have come...
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TALK 35: Discussion with Brady Murray, founder of RODS Hero’s
Today we get to talk to Brady Murray, owner and founder of RODS Hero's. Becoming a parent to a child with special needs is not only by chance but can also be by choice. We at TALK Down Syndrome absolutely love those who are first to raise their hand to the task of taking on such a special duty to...
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Episode 35: John’s Crazy Socks
Today we are kicking off World Down Syndrome Day, I would say SUPER early but only because when I think of WDSD I think of John's Crazy Socks. Today's episode features father and son duo, Mark and John Cronin owners and creators of John's Crazy Socks. When I first entered this community, I…
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Episode 34: Making hometown changes, an Interview with Evelyn Acevedo
Evelyn Acevedo is not only an amazing mom to her son Lincoln, but she has one empowered and determined woman. This lady found a problem with her and her city, and took the steps to make changes and to bring awareness for our down syndrome community. Take some time to listen to this episode. I...
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TALK 33: Courtney Sebastiano
Today I am introducing you guys to Courtney Sebastiano. Interestingly, Courtney’s first child Jaxon has Down syndrome. Courtney walks us through how courageous and resilient her newborn baby was as he faced aspiration issues, along with heart failure, and his first few months. Now a healthy…
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TALK 31: Brandy Duggan- Becoming a new mom to a child with DS while also learning about herself.
It took 7 months for Brandy to respond to my message on Facebook when I reached out to her to be a guest. Little did I know during that time, Brandy was embarking on her own journey of being a brand new mother to Brayden (who is diagnosed with Down Syndrome) but also learning about her own...
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TALK 30: Celebrating WDSD. Learning more about Autism & those that have a dual diagnosis.
This episode we do have just one special guest but TWO :) Dey, a mother to Adam who has Autism and Seleste, a mother to Genesis who has a dual diagnosis of Autism and Down Syndrome. Us three moms collaborate on what our diagnosis’ mean, how we maneuver through the struggles and triumphs in...
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TALK 29: Its not always a fight.
No special guest but just your host Chantele discussing certain instances in her journey that made her have a change in mind set. One, being told that as a parent of a child with Down syndrome we must always “fight” the school system. That is not always the case. Sometimes as parents we stand in...
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TALK 28: Azaiah "God is my strength" a Miracle journey just in time for the holidays.
Azaiah, only 5 months old, has much to say to the world and much to poop! Come listen to Janelle's story of her son, Azaiah, and his struggles he had with Hirschsprung's disease which effects the baby passing stool, and just overcame surgery. Azaiah, born at 3 pounds 5 ounces brings inspiration…
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TALK 27: "Lulu and Maya"
We kick off Down Syndrome awareness month by interviewing Lulu who is a mom to a fun energetic girl named Maya. Lulu spends time talking to us about her journey as Maya’s mother and helps us out on ways we can navigate through the IEP process & things she did that can make your educational plan...
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TALK 26: Lets TALK Autism. Interview with Vanessa Gonzales
Today we TALK Autism! We are switching it up a bit with today's episode. It is important to not only raise awareness on Down syndrome but to be aware of other special needs diagnosis, such as Autism. This is why I invited a friend of mine, Vanessa Gonzales (who's daughter Chloe is Autistic) to be…
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TALK 25 : Katie Gresko VP of GiGi's Playhouse, Orange County
Who doesn't love GiGi's Playhouse? Well guess what? We have a new location opening in the beautiful Southern California and today we get to have on our episode Katie Gresko, Vice President (what what!!) of GiGi's Playhouse ORANGE COUNTY! Katie discusses how she got involved with GiGi''s Playhouse...
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TALK 24 with Vanessa Delagarza
This episode we have the beautiful, the strong, the boss babe herself Vanessa Delagarza of Amorcita Clothing. Vanessa joins us today to discuss her journey with her daughter, Amor, who has Down syndrome and shares how Amor gave her the inspiration to create her own clothing line. Amorcita…
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TALK 23- Tabia Kocks "Tabia the Model" Interview
On this episode we are celebrating World Down Syndrome Day 2022 with Tabia Kocks. Many of you know her as "Tabia the Model." Tabia (28 years old) has been interested in modeling since she was in High School and has turned herself in a full-time professional model. Tabia has been named Miss...
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TALK 22- Heather Avis from "The Lucky Few," and "The Lucky Few Podcast"
Today is Saint Patrick's Day (2022) and there is no more LUCKIER way than to celebrate with HEATHER AVIS from "The Lucky Few," and " The Lucky Few Podcast." We welcome you to get to know more about Heather and how (along side Micha Boyett and Mercedes Lara) the Lucky Few was created. We also…
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TALK 21- Jesse Norell "Aorta Borealis"
TALK 21: Jesse Norell is a musician and dad from Minneapolis, Minnesota who just released his album “Aorta Borealis,” which is centered around his daughter, Alyssa, 6 years old, who has Down syndrome and a rare heart condition called Atrioventricular Septal Defect (AVSD) Join us in this interview...
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TALK 20- Melissa Steele Part 2
We welcome back Melissa Steele from episode #2. This episode we get to catch up on how Melissa's journey has been so far since she gave birth to her beautiful baby girl Joey and her current views of what life is like being a mommy to a child with Down syndrome. (Spoiler Alert!- Remember last time...
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TALK 19- Interview with the creators of Down the Lens
Down the Lens is a theatre group that is online based that provides children and adults with learning difficulties a place where they an act, sing, and bring talents to the forefront as well as learn skills such as exploring emotions, creativity, and enhancing social and language skills. Down the...
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TALK 18: Amy Harrill Interview
This episode we gain mommy insight from guest speaker Amy Harrill. Amy is a mommy of two little angels, Abigail and Presley with her youngest, Abigail having Down Syndrome. Amy’s sister has special needs, so she used that platform to build her perspective on what is now the greatest journey of…
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TALK 17: The Shepherds College Episode
This episode we have Eric Lindsay, Director of Student Recruitment and Kevin Phillips, Advancement Officer from Shepherds College. Shepherds College, located in Union Grove, Wisconsin, is three-year, post-secondary school for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Shepherds College does not...
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TALK 16: Voices of Change
On today's TALK episode we have founder of Voices of Change, Nicole Moehring. Voices of Change is a nonprofit organization dedicated to reducing the risk of sexual abuse of children with special needs through advocacy, preventative education, support, guidance, and resources. This episode has a...
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TALK 15: IT’S FATHERS DAY!
Today we have an awesome dad on the show, Collin Judkins from the “Just Some Dads” podcast. Collin is sharing with us his journey as a new dad to a child with Down syndrome and shining new light on men’s mental health during the process.
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TALK 14: A Mother’s Day special with Laura Sharpe & Elexes Contreras
This episode we celebrate mother hood. We have guest Laura Sharpe who is an expecting mama of a baby girl who she is naming Lucy and a new mama, Elexes who just had her little angel Dahlia Jayde.
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TALK 13: Kim Bhatnagar
It’s WORLD DOWN SYNDROME DAY! And we are celebrating with Kim Bhatnagar from Canada with her story about her little Tommy who is a fresh 10 months old. I just love new babies in our community. Come take a listen and celebrate a new life with us on this special day of DOWN SYNDROME!
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TALK 12: Interview with Renadda Wiggins CEO of "The Art of Runway"
This episode we are super lucky to have a discussion with the CEO of The Art of Runway, Renadda Wiggins. The Art of Runway is a program designed for people with special needs to learn about self-esteem, self-acceptance, and build confidence while learning runway skills and participating in…
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TALK 11: A interview with Aakriti, Youth Leader for the Special Olympics Bharat Committee
This episode I interview Aakriti Gupta, youth leader for the Special Olympics Bharat Committee. Aakriti works hand-in-hand with siblings and family's with children with special needs and helps create innovative ways through fitness to inspire, connect, and keep family engagement thriving. In this...
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TALK Story 21 of 21 Inspirational Stories of Down Syndrome: Stacy Federick
It is October and it is down syndrome awareness month and we are sharing 21 inspirational stories of Down syndrome! WE DID IT GUYS! This is story 21! Take a listen to Stacy Federick as she talks about her newborn Luke and his inspiration on her life.
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TALK Story 20 of 21 Inspirational Stories of Down Syndrome: Mika Hartman
It is October and it is down syndrome awareness month and we are sharing 21 inspirational stories of Down syndrome! This is story number 20. An amazing journey about Mika and her son Hudson. Hudson was a miracle before he even entered this world! Take a listen to their journey of love & triumph.
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TALK Story 19 of 21 Inspirational Stories of Down Syndrome: McKenzie Pederson
October is down syndrome awareness month and we are sharing 21 inspirational stories straight from our listeners. This is story #19. Take a listen to McKenzie as she gives us insight on how much her little Superman Kolesten has been an inspiration in her life.
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TALK Story 18 of 21 Inspirational Stories of Down Syndrome: Loomed with Love, Victoria and Kristen
October is down syndrome awareness month and this month we’re sharing 21 inspirational stories straight from our listeners. This is story # 18. Today I speak with entrepreneurs, Victoria and Kristen (who is also Victoria's sister) about their business, Loomed with Love. Loomed with Love is a...
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TALK Story 17 of 21 Inspirational Stories of Down Syndrome: Jen and Frankie
October is down syndrome awareness month and this month we’re sharing 21 inspirational stories straight from our listeners. This is story # 17. A beautiful story about a little man named Frankie. Join us as we talk to his mom, Jen, as she shares her little bundle of love & points out that no…
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TALK Story 16 of 21 Inspirational Stories of Down Syndrome: Cathy Tuggle Maple
October is down syndrome awareness month and this month we’re sharing 21 inspirational stories straight from our listeners. This is story # 16, an interview with Cathy Tuggle Maple, from Alabama. Cathy, mom to a beautiful social butterfly named Molly, shares her story with us and how her daughter...
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TALK Story 15 of 21 Inspirational Stories of Down Syndrome: Michelle Coleman
October is down syndrome awareness month and this month we’re sharing 21 inspirational stories straight from our listeners. This is story # 15. Join us as I speak with Michelle Coleman as Michelle shares the story of Patrick, her 18 month old son that was blessed with Down Syndrome <3
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TALK Story 14 of 21 Inspirational Stories of Down Syndrome: Rebecca DalMolin
October is down syndrome awareness month and this month we’re sharing 21 inspirational stories straight from our listeners. This is story # 14, an interview with author of the book “I Am Different, Just Like You,” Rebecca DalMolin. Rebecca shares her inspiration, her 8 year old daughter, Adella…
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TALK Story 13 of 21 Inspirational Stories of Down Syndrome: Anna & De’Asia
October is down syndrome awareness month and this month we’re sharing 21 inspirational stories straight from our listeners. This is story # 13. Anna, a mother from Kansas City, shares her inspiration, which is her soon to be 2 year old daughter, De’Asia.
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TALK Story 12 of 21 Inspirational Stories of Down Syndrome: Nikki Brown
October is Down Syndrome Awareness month & this month we are sharing 21 inspirational stories of Down Syndrome straight from our listeners. This is Story #12. This episode is a very special story about a mother named Nikki Brown. Nikki lost her newborn, Elijah, just at 4 months old. She shares…
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TALK Story 11 of 21 Inspirational Stories of Down Syndrome: Nikki Johnson
October is Down Syndrome Awareness month & this month we are sharing 21 inspirational stories of Down Syndrome straight from our listeners. This is Story #11! This episode we share Nikki's story of her little baby Jaxson. He is a bright blue eyed, 7 month old who just brings Nikki and her family...
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TALK Story 10 of 21 Inspirational Stories of Down Syndrome: Ivy McMickle
October is Down Syndrome Awareness month & this month we are sharing 21 inspirational stories of Down Syndrome straight from our listeners. This is Story #10: This episode we talk to Ivy about her journey with her newborn Julia and how their family is strengthened by Down Syndrome.
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TALK Story 9 of 21 Inspirational Stories of Down Syndrome: Lee Packham
October is Down Syndrome Awareness month & this month we are sharing 21 inspirational stories of Down Syndrome straight from our listeners. This is Story #9: A positive and loving interview with Lee Packham.
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TALK Story 8 of 21 Inspirational Stories of Down Syndrome: Maura Senneff
October is Down Syndrome Awareness month & this month we are sharing 21 inspirational stories of Down Syndrome straight from our listeners. This is Story #8: An educational interview with Maura Senneff on her perspective of ABA Therapy and Chinese Medicine.
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TALK Story 7 of 21 Inspirational Stories of Down Syndrome: Margie Schabacker
October is Down Syndrome Awareness month & this month we are sharing 21 inspirational stories of Down Syndrome straight from our listeners. This is Story #7- Speaking with Margie Schabacker and her journey with her son Lane.
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TALK Story 6 of 21 Inspirational Stories of Down Syndrome: Kyle Voltin
October is Down Syndrome Awareness month & this month we are sharing 21 inspirational stories of Down Syndrome straight from our listeners. This is Story #6- An interview with Kyle Voltin. Creator of Xtraapoarel, a clothing company tailored to our Down Syndrome Community.
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TALK Story 5 of 21 Inspirational Stories of Down Syndrome: Ashley Asti
October is Down Syndrome Awareness month & this month we are sharing 21 inspirational stories of Down Syndrome straight from our listeners. This is Story #5- An interview with author (and yoga instructor) Ashely Asti of the book: Up, A Love Letter to the Down Syndrome Community and board member…
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TALK Story 4 of 21 Inspirational Stories of Down Syndrome: Kelli Caughman
October is Down Syndrome Awareness month & this month we are sharing 21 inspirational stories of Down Syndrome straight from our listeners. This is Story #4- An interview with Kelli Caughman, super mom and super advocate for her son Cree and others just like him.
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TALK Story 3 of 21 Inspirational Stories of Down Syndrome: Gail Hamblin
October is Down Syndrome Awareness month & this month we are sharing 21 inspirational stories of Down Syndrome straight from our listeners. This is Story #3- An interview with Gail Hamblin author of the book "More Alike Than Different, A Down Syndrome Tale."
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TALK Story 2 of 21 Inspirational Stories of Down Syndrome: Daniel Murphy
October is Down Syndrome Awareness month & this month we are sharing 21 inspirational stories of Down Syndrome straight from our listeners. This is Story 2- An inspirational photographer Daniel Murphy.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
TALK Down Syndrome is a podcast created to show the world how Down Syndrome is truly amazing. My goal is to inspire and support through YOUR life stories! Each episode is a unique interview that provides real life experiences about our loved ones, shared by you. Together we can create a new definition of Down syndrome! We are here to TALK (Teach, Advocate, Listen, and Kindness)
HOSTED BY
Chantele
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