In Special Chronicles Podcast Episode 191, Daniel Smrokowski is podcasting live from the 2016 National Association For Down Syndrome (NADS) Next Steps Conference.  Tune-in as we continue to feature fun conversations with Ali and David from GiGi’s Playhouse Hugs&Mugs; Shepherds College; Buddy Cruise; Special Sparkle Jewelry Company; Dr. Kathleen Murray author of “Count It All Joy: Lessons From a Child with Special Needs”; and many more guests in part 2 of our live podcast from the NADS2016 Conference!
[Podcaster’s Note: Fast forward to any of the time marks below to hear a segment from one of our featured guests.]
Featured Links mentioned:
Tune-in as we hear from: Ali and David from GiGi’s Playhouse Hugs&Mugs as Ali shares with his about the one-of-a-kind unique mugs that she is creating as the featured artist; GiGi University; #GenerationG; and much more! [Starts at 7:15]

* GiGi’s Playhouse – Down syndrome Achievement Centers | educate. inspire. believe.
Hugs & Mugs | GiGi University | #GenerationG |
Facebook: @GiGisPlayhouse | Twitter: @GiGis_Playhouse | Instagram: @GiGisPlayhouse |
YouTube: @GiGisPlayhouse  | Pinterest: @GiGisPlayhouse | GooglePlus: @GigisPlayhouse

Tune-in as Chris Wright, director of admissions and financial aide at Shepherds College talks all about this country’s leading three-year post-secondary educational program for people with intellectual disabilities that is located in Wisconsin! [Starts at 13:20]

* shepherdscollege.edu | Facebook: @ShepherdsCollege | Twitter: @ShepherdsCollge |
Pinterest: @ShepherdsCollge

Listen in as Margret and her dad Mike Thomas discuss the upcoming Buddy Cruise for families, friends, and those with special needs. [Starts at 20:45]

* BuddyCruise.org to learn more and book next cruise!

Tune-in as Karen and Kelly Neville discuss their Special Sparkle jewelry company and how Kelly’s dream came true in running her own business. [Starts at 26:00]

* SpecialSparkle.com to get your special sparkle handmade jewelry gift!

Finally, we talk with Dr. Kathleen Murray, author of the book Count It All Joy: Life’s Lessons From a Child with Special Needs. [Starts at 30:00]

* DrKathleenMurray.com to learn more and pick up your copy today!

#LetsChangeTheGame segment:

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