Special Chronicles Podcast

Special Chronicles Podcast


SCP168: Even Writers Have Learning Disabilities

December 27, 2015

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In Special Chronicles Podcast Episode 168, Daniel Smrokowski sits down with his new friend Annzie Hine, who also has learning disabilities.  Tune in as Annzie shares her success story; Annzie’s Early Years growing up with LD; Challenges and Joys of being diagnosed with LD; Thoughts on the R-Word; LD Assistance in college; College she’s attending; If others see her with having a disability; On overcoming adversity; Annzie’s Advice for others with LD; On explaining ones LD as vague with not lots of detail; Resources for those with LD (and anyone); iPhone and Mac Apps Recommendations; and much more!
Plus, Daniel discusses: #JustSayHi awareness campaign and iPhone’s Siri; iPhone Apps; McDonalds in trouble with Deaf Job Applicant; Clerk with Down syndrome Gives Unforgettable Moment; Hotel centers on workers with disabilities; Graduation rate for students with disabilities trending rate on the high; and much more!
Featured links mentioned on today’s episode:

* Check out Annzie Hine’s Success Story at the Learning Disabilities Association of America

* Annzie’s Sticky Notes Apps Recommendation:

*  “Sticky” iPhone App
* On your Mac, in the spotlight do a search for the “Stickies” app

News stories we mentioned: 

* iPhone’s Siri #JustSayHi campaign- “What’s Your Take on How Siri Responds to This Question?” By The Mighty Staff, Source: TheMighty.com

* “McDonald’s Under Fire for Alleged Incident With Deaf Job Applicant” By Melissa McGlensey, Source: TheMighty.com

* “Clerk With Down Syndrome Gives Special Needs Mom a Moment She’ll Never Forget” By The Mighty Staff, Source: TheMighty.com

* “Hotel Centered Around Workers With Special Needs Set To Open” By Michelle Diament, Source: DisabiltyScoop.com

* “Graduation Rate Trending Up For Students With Disabilities” by Shaun Heasley, Source: DisabilityScoop.com

#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!

* Join us and Let’s Change The Game – Take the #LetsChangeTheGame Challenge at: SpecialOlympics.