Unified At Work

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h9MDrXgExe4  Join host Daniel Smrokowski LIVE From United Airlines headquarters as he sits down with David Kinzelman — Chief Customer Officer & Senior VP of Airport Operations at United — for an inspiring conversation during National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). They explore how United’s SOSA program and its broader accessibility initiatives are creating real … Continue reading Live from United Airlines HQ: On The Job with David Kinzelman, Chief Customer Officer | Unified at Work Series S6:Pt10 | Ep.805 The post Live from United Airlines HQ: On The Job with David Kinzelman, Chief Customer Officer | Unified at Work Series S6:Pt10 | Ep.805 first appeared on Special Chronicles.

On this all-new episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast's Unified at Work Series S6:Pt9: Host Daniel Smrokowski welcomes back Emmy Award-winning journalist, consultant, podcaster, and Special Olympics Illinois Board Member Rob Johnson. Rob joins us to talk about his brand-new book, Overcommunicate: A Guide for Business Executives and Aspiring Leaders. Most leaders confuse saying something with being understood — this book offers the tools to align people, clarify strategy, and drive action with clarity and intention. We dive into: Why clarity—not noise—is a leader’s most powerful tool The “Communication Flywheel” that helps leaders build alignment and trust How to avoid the most common communication mistakes Lessons Rob has learned from journalism, consulting, and serving on the board of Special Olympics Illinois Why overcommunicating matters for inclusive leadership and the Unified at Work initiative Rob also shares practical takeaways for executives, entrepreneurs, and aspiring leaders — including Special Olympics athletes stepping into leadership roles. This conversation is packed with wisdom, real-world stories, and tools you can use to lead with clarity. Episode 804 ShowNotes & Links 👉 Learn more about Rob Johnson at: http://robjohnsoncommunications.com/ 👉 Pre-order Rob’s Book: Overcommunicate https://books.manuscripts.com/product/overcommunicate-a-guide-for-business-executives-and-aspiring-leaders/  👉Rob’s Podcast: Listen & Subscribe to Can You Hear Me? https://can-you-hear-me.simplecast.com/ 👉 More Unified at Work stories: https://specialchronicles.com/UnifiedatWork Presented by United Airlines Bridge Business Resource Group, proud partner of the Unified at Work Series. Listen and Follow at SpecialChronicles.com/Pod 🎧 Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and wherever you get your podcasts 📺Like watching your podcasts? Visit https://youtube.com/@specialchronicles/podcasts to see Full Episodes on YouTube Support This Podcast: Donate Now and support the mission of Special Chronicles https://specialchronicles.com/give/ ➕Join SpecialChronicles+ PLUS! Go to https://SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS for our Premium Pre Show with behind the scenes podcast chats, exclusive bonus content, and to help support the show. 🛒Shop Our Merch: Shop Our Disabled Voices Matter Collection https://specialchronicles.com/Shop 📱Follow us on Socials: @SpecialChronicles https://specialchronicles.com/Socials 📧Email: Send us a message here https://specialchronicles.com/contact 📧Newsletter: Subscribe to our Mailing List HERE https://specialchronicles.com/newsletter 🎤Speaking Engagements with Daniel: Learn more and Book Daniel to speak HERE https://specialchronicles.com/speaking 💡Partner: ComEd EnergyForce https://specialchronicles.com/ComEd ✈️Partner: United Airlines Bridge BRG https://specialchronicles.com/United 📻Podcast Hosting: Podbean https://specialchronicles.com/podbean 📡Recording Studio: StreamYard https://specialchronicles.com/streamyard 🥇PSA: Sign the Inclusion Pledge Now! https://jointherevolution.org/ Podcast Theme Music: “It Starts With A Voice” written by Amy Wright and performed by Ben Wright, co-founders of Bitty and Beau’s Coffee. Used with permission. https://specialchronicles.com/BittyandBeausCoffee About The Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski is a columnist and the founder and host of the award-winning podcast, Special Chronicles, which has released over 800 episodes in over 17 years. In recognition of these accomplishments, Daniel is a recipient of the Matthew Freeman Award for Social Justice for his efforts through media to give people with disabilities a voice. Read more about Daniel HERE https://specialchronicles.com/DanielSmrokowski The post Rob Johnson on Overcommunicate | Unified at Work Series S6:Pt9 | Ep.804 first appeared on Special Chronicles.

In this compelling episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast's Unified at Work Series S6:Pt8—originally aired on Disability Beat Radio on WEFT 90.1 FM in Champaign, IL—host Vicki Niswander sits down with Nicholas Wyman, President of IWSI America, to unpack their groundbreaking 2023 report that’s reshaping how we think about workforce inclusion. 🎙️ Discover why embracing disability inclusion isn’t just ethical—it’s a catalyst for innovation and competitive advantage. This episode originally aired on Disability Beat Radio on WEFT 90.1 FM in Champaign, IL: https://new.weft.org/publicaffairs/disabilitybeat.html ShowNotes & Links: 🎧 Listen and Follow the Special Chronicles Podcast Stream Wherever You Get Podcasts: https://SpecialChronicles.com/POD 📺LIke watching your podcasts? Visit https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD01BA706651153C3&si=1LdygYBIuMJbTBkX to see full episodes on YouTube. 😀Support This Podcast: https://SpecialChronicles.com/Donate ➕Join SpecialChronicles+PLUS! Go to: https://SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS for our Premium Pre Show with behind the scenes podcast chats, exclusive bonus content, and to help support the show. 🛒Visit our Merch Shop: https://SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP 📧Send us an Email: https://SpecialChronicles.com/CONTACT 📱Get Social with us: https://SpecialChronicles.com/SOCIALS 📧Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://SpecialChronicles.com/NEWSLETTER 🎤Speaking Engagements with Daniel: https://SpecialChronicles.com/SPEAKING 💡ComEd EnergyForce Partner: https://SpecialChronicles.com/COMED ✈️United Bridge BRG Partner: https://SpecialChronicles.com/UNITED 🎙️Podcast Hosting by Podbean: https://SpecialChronicles.com/PODBEAN 📡Recording Studio by StreamYard: https://SpecialChronicles.com/STREAMYARD Podcast Theme Music: “It Starts With A Voice” written by Amy Wright and performed by Ben Wright, co-founders of Bitty and Beau’s Coffee. Used with permission: https://specialchronicles.com/BittyandBeausCoffee . . . . . . About the Podcast Host: Daniel Smrokowski is an award-winning podcaster, columnist, and disability advocate who is best known as the founder and host of Special Chronicles, a groundbreaking podcast platform with over 800 episodes across 17 years. Through storytelling and journalism, Daniel is a recipient of the Matthew Freeman Award for Social Justice for his efforts through media to give people with disabilities a voice. Read more about Daniel HERE: https://specialchronicles.com/DanielSmrokowski The post Willing and ABLE: Why Hiring People with Disabilities Is Smart Business | Unified at Work Series S6:Pt8 | Ep.803 first appeared on Special Chronicles.

On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast, host Daniel Smrokowski celebrates International Podcast Day with the 800th Episode of this podcast! We share an ALL NEW speech he recently gave to the regional marketing staff of Special Olympics about his lessons as a Podcasting Legend within the Special Olympics Movement. Then, Daniel transitions into an encore conversation with fellow Special Olympics Illinois Athlete Leader Jose Moreno, where they discuss the art of podcasting about podcasting, sharing some of our best tips for you to get into podcasting yourself! 👉 Tune in for a powerful episode you won’t want to miss filled with stories, insights, and inspiration! ShowNotes & Links: 🎧Follow and Listen to the Special Chronicles Podcast on SpecialChronicles or Wherever You Get Podcasts: https://SpecialChronicles.com/POD 📺LIke watching your podcasts? Visit https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD01BA706651153C3&si=1LdygYBIuMJbTBkX to see full episodes on YouTube. 😀Support This Podcast: https://SpecialChronicles.com/Donate ➕Join SpecialChronicles+PLUS! Go to: https://SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS for our Premium Pre Show with behind the scenes podcast chats, exclusive bonus content, and to help support the show. 🛒Visit our Merch Shop: https://SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP 📧Send us an Email: https://SpecialChronicles.com/CONTACT 📱Get Social with us: https://SpecialChronicles.com/SOCIALS 📧Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://SpecialChronicles.com/NEWSLETTER 🎤Speaking Engagements with Daniel: https://SpecialChronicles.com/SPEAKING 💡ComEd EnergyForce Partner: https://SpecialChronicles.com/COMED ✈️United Bridge BRG Partner: https://SpecialChronicles.com/UNITED 🎙️Podcast Hosting by Podbean: https://SpecialChronicles.com/PODBEAN 📡Recording Studio by StreamYard: https://SpecialChronicles.com/STREAMYARD Podcast Theme Music: “It Starts With A Voice” written by Amy Wright and performed by Ben Wright, co-founders of Bitty and Beau’s Coffee. Used with permission: https://specialchronicles.com/BittyandBeausCoffee . . . . . . About the Podcast Host: Daniel Smrokowski is a columnist and the founder and host of the award-winning podcast, Special Chronicles, which has released over 750 episodes in over 15 years. In recognition of these accomplishments, Daniel is a recipient of the Matthew Freeman Award for Social Justice for his efforts through media to give people with disabilities a voice. Read more about Daniel HERE: https://specialchronicles.com/DanielSmrokowski The post Lessons From A Podcasting Legend | Ep.800 first appeared on Special Chronicles.

In this all-new Unified at Work Series episode, host Daniel Smrokowski sits down with Nefertiti “Neffie” S. Fisher, HR Operations Assistant Manager at United Airlines and ORD Bridge Disability BRG Director, to talk about The Arc’s Wings for All® event hosted at Chicago O’Hare on August 16, 2025. Neffie shares highlights from the day, powerful behind-the-scenes stories, and the heartwarming moment when a young participant overcame his fears to board the plane. You’ll also hear how United’s Bridge BRG and The Arc are creating more inclusive air travel experiences for families with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). This inspiring conversation will leave you encouraged to take simple steps toward building inclusion—in the airport, workplace, and beyond. 👉 Listen now and subscribe at specialchronicles.com/podcast794 ShowNotes & Links: 🎧Follow and Listen to the Special Chronicles Podcast on SpecialChronicles or Wherever You Get Podcasts: https://SpecialChronicles.com/POD 📺LIke watching your podcasts? Visit https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD01BA706651153C3&si=1LdygYBIuMJbTBkX to see full episodes on YouTube. Learn more about The Arc's Wings for All event: https://thearc.org/our-initiatives/travel/ Watch on Instagram Daniel's Instagram Reel highlight video from our ORD Wings for All event: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DNbzSbVttCC/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MXB1aml0eXc4aGgweQ== 😀Support This Podcast: https://SpecialChronicles.com/Donate ➕Join SpecialChronicles+PLUS! Go to: https://SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS for our Premium Pre Show with behind the scenes podcast chats, exclusive bonus content, and to help support the show. 🛒Visit our Merch Shop: https://SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP 📧Send us an Email: https://SpecialChronicles.com/CONTACT 📱Get Social with us: https://SpecialChronicles.com/SOCIALS 📧Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://SpecialChronicles.com/NEWSLETTER 🎤Speaking Engagements with Daniel: https://SpecialChronicles.com/SPEAKING 💡ComEd EnergyForce Partner: https://SpecialChronicles.com/COMED ✈️United Bridge BRG Partner: https://SpecialChronicles.com/UNITED 🎙️Podcast Hosting by Podbean: https://SpecialChronicles.com/PODBEAN 📡Recording Studio by StreamYard: https://SpecialChronicles.com/STREAMYARD Podcast Theme Music: “It Starts With A Voice” written by Amy Wright and performed by Ben Wright, co-founders of Bitty and Beau’s Coffee. Used with permission: https://specialchronicles.com/BittyandBeausCoffee . . . . . . About the Podcast Host: Daniel Smrokowski is a columnist and the founder and host of the award-winning podcast, Special Chronicles, which has released over 750 episodes in over 15 years. In recognition of these accomplishments, Daniel is a recipient of the Matthew Freeman Award for Social Justice for his efforts through media to give people with disabilities a voice. Read more about Daniel HERE: https://specialchronicles.com/DanielSmrokowski The post Wings for All: On The Job with Nefertiti “Neffie” Fisher | Unified at Work Series S6:Pt6 | Ep.794 first appeared on Special Chronicles.

In this heartwarming episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast, host Daniel Smrokowski is joined by United Airlines Captain Tait Wasser to reflect on the powerful impact of The Arc’s Wings for All event held on August 16, 2025, at Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD). Captain Tait shares what it was like to participate in this inclusive airport rehearsal program designed for individuals with autism and other intellectual/developmental disabilities. From behind-the-scenes moments to one young passenger’s transformative journey from fear to flying — this episode showcases how partnerships like United’s Bridge Disability Business Resource Group are helping make air travel more inclusive. Together, we dive into what inclusion means in the skies, the training and empathy required to support all travelers, and how we can all play a role in making the world more accessible. 🛫 You’ll hear: What Wings for All is and why it matters How Captain Tait learned to better support travelers with IDD Favorite memories and emotional moments from the ORD event Why inclusion in air travel — and beyond — is everyone’s responsibility 💡 Be inspired. Take action. Make inclusion real. 🎧Follow and Listen to the Special Chronicles Podcast on SpecialChronicles or Wherever You Get Podcasts: https://SpecialChronicles.com/POD 📺LIke watching your podcasts? Visit https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD01BA706651153C3&si=1LdygYBIuMJbTBkX to see full episodes on YouTube. Learn more about The Arc's Wings for All event: https://thearc.org/our-initiatives/travel/ Watch on Instagram Daniel's Instagram Reel highlight video from our ORD Wings for All event: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DNbzSbVttCC/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MXB1aml0eXc4aGgweQ== 😀Support This Podcast: https://SpecialChronicles.com/Donate ➕Join SpecialChronicles+PLUS! Go to: https://SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS for our Premium Pre Show with behind the scenes podcast chats, exclusive bonus content, and to help support the show. 🛒Visit our Merch Shop: https://SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP 📧Send us an Email: https://SpecialChronicles.com/CONTACT 📱Get Social with us: https://SpecialChronicles.com/SOCIALS 📧Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://SpecialChronicles.com/NEWSLETTER 🎤Speaking Engagements with Daniel: https://SpecialChronicles.com/SPEAKING 💡ComEd EnergyForce Partner: https://SpecialChronicles.com/COMED ✈️United Bridge BRG Partner: https://SpecialChronicles.com/UNITED 🎙️Podcast Hosting by Podbean: https://SpecialChronicles.com/PODBEAN 📡Recording Studio by StreamYard: https://SpecialChronicles.com/STREAMYARD Podcast Theme Music: “It Starts With A Voice” written by Amy Wright and performed by Ben Wright, co-founders of Bitty and Beau’s Coffee. Used with permission: https://specialchronicles.com/BittyandBeausCoffee . . . . . . About the Podcast Host: Daniel Smrokowski is a columnist and the founder and host of the award-winning podcast, Special Chronicles, which has released over 750 episodes in over 15 years. In recognition of these accomplishments, Daniel is a recipient of the Matthew Freeman Award for Social Justice for his efforts through media to give people with disabilities a voice. Read more about Daniel HERE: https://specialchronicles.com/DanielSmrokowski The post Wings for All: Flying with Heart-A Conversation with United Captain Tait Wasser | UnifiedatWorkS6 Pt5 | Ep.789 first appeared on Special Chronicles.

✈️ In this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast’s Unified at Work Series, host Daniel Smrokowski welcomes Samantha Alloway, Executive Director of The Arc of Illinois, for an inspiring conversation about the Wings for All program. Recorded following the August 16, 2025 Wings for All event at Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) in partnership with United Airlines’ Bridge Disability Business Resource Group, this episode dives into: What Wings for All is and why it matters for travelers with autism and intellectual/developmental disabilities (IDD). Behind-the-scenes stories from the event at O’Hare. Heartwarming family moments, including a child who overcame fears to board an aircraft for the first time. The importance of inclusion in airports, workplaces, schools, and communities. 🌟 Whether you’re a family member, advocate, airline professional, or community leader, this episode will leave you inspired to build a more inclusive world. Listen Now: SpecialChronicles.com/Podcast784 🎧Follow and Listen to the Special Chronicles Podcast on SpecialChronicles or Wherever You Get Podcasts: https://SpecialChronicles.com/POD 📺LIke watching your podcasts? Visit https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD01BA706651153C3&si=1LdygYBIuMJbTBkX to see full episodes on YouTube. Learn more about The Arc's Wings for All event: https://thearc.org/our-initiatives/travel/ Watch on Instagram Daniel's Instagram Reel highlight video from our ORD Wings for All event: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DNbzSbVttCC/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MXB1aml0eXc4aGgweQ== 😀Support This Podcast: https://SpecialChronicles.com/Donate ➕Join SpecialChronicles+PLUS! Go to: https://SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS for our Premium Pre Show with behind the scenes podcast chats, exclusive bonus content, and to help support the show. 🛒Visit our Merch Shop: https://SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP 📧Send us an Email: https://SpecialChronicles.com/CONTACT 📱Get Social with us: https://SpecialChronicles.com/SOCIALS 📧Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://SpecialChronicles.com/NEWSLETTER 🎤Speaking Engagements with Daniel: https://SpecialChronicles.com/SPEAKING 💡ComEd EnergyForce Partner: https://SpecialChronicles.com/COMED ✈️United Bridge BRG Partner: https://SpecialChronicles.com/UNITED 🎙️Podcast Hosting by Podbean: https://SpecialChronicles.com/PODBEAN 📡Recording Studio by StreamYard: https://SpecialChronicles.com/STREAMYARD Podcast Theme Music: “It Starts With A Voice” written by Amy Wright and performed by Ben Wright, co-founders of Bitty and Beau’s Coffee. Used with permission: https://specialchronicles.com/BittyandBeausCoffee . . . . . . About the Podcast Host: Daniel Smrokowski is a columnist and the founder and host of the award-winning podcast, Special Chronicles, which has released over 750 episodes in over 15 years. In recognition of these accomplishments, Daniel is a recipient of the Matthew Freeman Award for Social Justice for his efforts through media to give people with disabilities a voice. Read more about Daniel HERE: https://specialchronicles.com/DanielSmrokowski The post Wings for All: Flying with Heart – A Conversation with The Arc’s Samantha Alloway | Ep.784 first appeared on Special Chronicles.

On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast Series: “A Recap of Turin 2025,” Daniel Smrokowski sits down with Carly Pietrzak, Chief of Staff at Bridge Business Resource Group, and John Kloosterman, Vice President of Bridge BRG at United Airlines. Together, they reflect on their powerful experience at the Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025and the impact of United Airlines’ ongoing partnership with Special Olympics. From walking alongside athletes during the Opening Ceremony to supporting the Global Youth Leadership Summit, Carly and John share how these moments reflect United’s deeper commitment to inclusion and global unity. They also offer insight into how Bridge BRG fosters a culture of belonging within the company and supports meaningful volunteer engagement. Listen in as we discuss: United’s journey with Special Olympics since 2017 The role of Bridge BRG in advancing inclusion and accessibility Employee-led initiatives like Plane Pulls and volunteerism on the Deed platform Firsthand stories of connection and community from Turin 2025 Why investing in youth leadership is crucial to the future of the inclusion movement 💬 Plus, Carly and John open up about what this work has meant to them personally—and what they want others to know about building truly inclusive spaces for people of all abilities. 🔗 Tune in and be inspired by how United Airlines is helping lead the way in creating a more welcoming world. Episode 771 ShowNotes & Links: Watch Full Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/15OCCNK18vk Watch the Producer's Cut of Episode 771 (Available Only on Special Chronicles PLUS) at https://specialchronicles.com/premium/plus771 Learn more about United Airlines' Bridge Business Resource Group: https://specialchronicles.com/united Enjoyed this episode? Tune in to our Special Chronicles Podcast Series "A Recap of Turin2025" to hear more stories from the World Winter Games! Follow Now on https://specialchronicles.com/Turin2025 Tune in to our Special Chronicles Podcast Series "Unified at Work" to hear more conversations about the meaning of inclusion employment! Follow Now on https://SpecialChronicles.com/UnifiedatWork Watch Recap of Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025 on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIHbm7j-AXsVNDkcqICXeEgjeugXpfOuS&si=xfoWV8jdaQf1PcFO Get involved in the Special Olympics Movement: https://www.specialolympics.org/get-involved?locale=en ShowNotes & Links: 🎧Click to Follow and Listen on SpecialChronicles or Wherever You Get Podcasts: https://SpecialChronicles.com/POD 📺Click to Subscribe and Watch on YouTube: https://SpecialChronicles.com/WATCH 😀Support This Podcast: SpecialChronicles.com/GIVE ➕Join SpecialChronicles+PLUS! Go to: https://SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS for our Premium Pre Show with behind the scenes podcast chats, exclusive bonus content, and to help support the show. 🛒Visit our Merch Shop: https://SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP 📧Send us an Email: https://SpecialChronicles.com/CONTACT 📱Get Social with us: https://SpecialChronicles.com/SOCIALS 📧Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://SpecialChronicles.com/NEWSLETTER 🎤Speaking Engagements with Daniel: https://SpecialChronicles.com/SPEAKING 💡ComEd EnergyForce Partner: https://SpecialChronicles.com/COMED ✈️United Bridge BRG Partner: https://SpecialChronicles.com/UNITED 🎙️Podcast Hosting by Podbean: https://SpecialChronicles.com/PODBEAN 📡Recording Studio by StreamYard: https://SpecialChronicles.com/STREAMYARD Podcast Theme Music: “It Starts With A Voice” written by Amy Wright and performed by Ben Wright, co-founders of Bitty and Beau’s Coffee. Used with permission: https://specialchronicles.com/BittyandBeausCoffee . . . . . . About the Podcast Host: Daniel Smrokowski is a columnist and the founder and host of the award-winning podcast, Special Chronicles, which has released over 750 episodes in over 15 years. In recognition of these accomplishments, Daniel is a recipient of the Matthew Freeman Award for Social Justice for his efforts through media to give people with disabilities a voice. Read more about Daniel HERE: https://specialchronicles.com/DanielSmrokowski The post Turin2025: United Airlines On The Job with Carly Pietrzak and John Kloosterman | Unified at Work Series S6:Pt3 | Ep.771 first appeared on Special Chronicles.

On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast's Unified at Work Series S6:Pt2: Paul White, CEO of Hidden Disabilities Sunflower sits down with Award-winning Podcaster Daniel Smrokowski for a thorough understanding of the Sunflower initiative, its importance for people with hidden disabilities, and tune in to the final segment for an exciting new development of the Sunflower Extra Cards! Creation and Inspiration of the Sunflower scheme, Personal and impactful stories from individuals with hidden disabilities, Sunflower helps address common misconceptions about hidden disabilities, Sunflower supports colleagues in workplace not just customers, Sunflower and Legos, Raising Awareness and Education, Sunflower scheme contributes to education in promoting inclusivity, and in looking ahead to the future, Paul announces the launch of the new Sunflower Extra Cards in using technology to tap card to any phone! Episode 753 Show Notes & Links: 🎧 Listen on SpecialChronicles or Wherever You Get Podcasts https://specialchronicles.com/podcast753 📺Watch on YouTube: Visit https://youtu.be/TCvSZ-qS-I4?si=lYjvTCu7j3kKNtsT to Watch Full Episodes. Get your Sunflower lanyard and personal card at https://hdsunflower.com Enjoyed this episode? Listen to the past five seasons of our Unified at Work Series to hear more conversations about the meaning of inclusive employment: https://specialchronicles.com/UnifiedatWork Support This Podcast: Visit https://SpecialChronicles.com/Give to Donate Now and support the mission of Special Chronicles. ➕Want bonus content? Join Now at https://SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS to access our premium bonus content and support the podcast! 🛒Want our Merch? Visit https://SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP to shop our Disabled Voices Matter collection! 📱Follow This Podcast on Socials: Instagram: https://instagram.com/SpecialChronicles Facebook: https://facebook.com/SpecialChronicles LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/special-chronicles/ Newsletter: https://specialchronicles.com/newsletter 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: Instagram: https://instagram.com/podmandan Facebook: https://facebook.com/podmandan LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/danielsmrokowski 📧Email: Send us a message at https://SpecialChronicles.com/CONTACT . . . . . 💡Partner: ComEd https://SpecialChronicles.com/COMED ✈️Partner: United Airlines https://SpecialChronicles.com/UNITED 📻Podcast Hosting: Podbean https://SpecialChronicles.com/PODBEAN 📡Recording Studio: StreamYard https://SpecialChronicles.com/STREAMYARD 🥇PSA: Sign the Inclusion Pledge at https://JoinTheRevolution.org Podcast Theme Music: “It Starts With A Voice” written by Amy Wright and performed by Ben Wright, co-founders of Bitty and Beau’s Coffee. Used with permission. https://specialchronicles.com/BittyandBeausCoffee About the Podcast Host: Daniel Smrokowski is a well-known columnist and the founder and host of the award-winning podcast, Special Chronicles, which has released over 750 episodes over the last 15 years. In recognition of these many accomplishments, Daniel is a recipient of the Matthew Freeman Award for Social Justice for his efforts through the media to give people with disabilities a voice. Read more about Daniel HERE: https://specialchronicles.com/podmandan The post Hidden Disabilities Sunflower | Unified at Work Series S6:Pt2 | Ep.753 first appeared on Special Chronicles.

On this episode of the Special Chronicles Presents Unified at Work Series S6:Pt 1: Amanda Spies from Special Olympics Illinois joins us for a presentation to Ingredion. Join us for an inspiring episode with Daniel Smrokowski, a pioneering advocate and original Special Olympics Service Ambassador at United Airlines. Host of the award winning podcast Special Chronicles, with over 750 episodes, and recipient of the Matthew Freeman Award for Social Justice, Daniel has dedicated his career to giving people with disabilities a voice. Don't miss the opportunity to hear his story and learn from his journey. Episode 750 Show Notes & Links: 🎧 Listen on SpecialChronicles or Wherever You Get Podcasts https://specialchronicles.com/podcast750 📺Like watching your podcasts? Visit https://youtube.com/@specialchronicles/podcasts to Watch Full Episode. Support Our Special Chronicles 2025 Giving Campaign and Donate Now at https://specialchronicles.com/2025Giving . . . . Get involved in Special Olympics Illinois or Find Special Olympics Near You: https://www.specialolympics.org/programs?locale=en Enjoyed this episode? Listen the past five seasons of our Unified at Work Series to hear more conversations about the meaning of inclusive employment: https://specialchronicles.com/UnifiedatWork . . . . . Support This Podcast: Visit https://SpecialChronicles.com/Give to Donate Now and support the mission of Special Chronicles ➕Want bonus content? Join Now at https://SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS to access our premium bonus content and support the podcast! 🛒Want our Merch? Visit https://SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP to shop our Disabled Voices Matter collection! . . . . . 📱Follow This Podcast on Socials: Instagram: https://instagram.com/SpecialChronicles Facebook: https://facebook.com/SpecialChronicles LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/special-chronicles/ X: https://x.com/specialcpodcast Newsletter: https://specialchronicles.com/newsletter 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: Instagram: https://instagram.com/podmandan Facebook: https://facebook.com/podmandan X: https://x.com/podmandan LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/danielsmrokowski 📧Email: Send us a message at https://SpecialChronicles.com/CONTACT . . . . . 💡Partner: ComEd https://SpecialChronicles.com/COMED ✈️Partner: United Airlines https://SpecialChronicles.com/UNITED . . . . . 📻Podcast Hosting: Podbean https://SpecialChronicles.com/PODBEAN 📡Recording Studio: StreamYard https://SpecialChronicles.com/STREAMYARD 🥇PSA: Sign the Inclusion Pledge at https://JoinTheRevolution.org . . . . . Podcast Theme Music: “It Starts With A Voice” written by Amy Wright and performed by Ben Wright, co-founders of Bitty and Beau’s Coffee. Used with permission. https://specialchronicles.com/BittyandBeausCoffee Sponsor Break Background Music:Puzzle by Roa Used with permission: Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream | Music promoted by Audio Library . . . . . About the Podcast Host: Daniel Smrokowski is a well-known columnist and the founder and host of the award-winning podcast, Special Chronicles, which has released over 750 episodes over the last 15 years. In recognition of these many accomplishments, Daniel is a recipient of the Matthew Freeman Award for Social Justice for his efforts through media to give people with disabilities a voice. Read more about Daniel HERE: https://specialchronicles.com/podmandan The post Inspiration in Action | Daniel Smrokowski’s Journey Talk to Ingredion | Unified at Work Series S6:Pt 1 | Ep.750 first appeared on Special Chronicles.

This Week on the Special Chronicles Podcast: We are so excited to celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month in October with the Season 5 Finale of our popular Unified at Work Series, celebrating the 5 Year Workiversary of United Airlines’ Special Olympics Service Ambassador (SOSA) Program. Join Award-winning Podcast Host and ORD SOSA Daniel Smrokowski as he recounts the Origin Story of the 5 Year Milestone of working at United Airlines, Excerpt clips from Original SOSAs, Executives and Airport Leaders, and we look back to the groundbreaking first year of the innovative and impactful inclusive employment program. Episode 603 Show Notes & Links: 🎧 Follow: Wherever You Get Podcasts https://SpecialChronicles.com/Listen 📺Like watching your podcasts? Visit https://youtu.be/5BsW2xm5EAw?si=_dJdEwvo_i4jjwqr podcasts to see full episode. . . . . . Tune in to our Original "Meet The SOSAs" Podcast Playlist and hear a collection of conversations with United’s SOSAs from Chicago, Denver, Houston, and Washington D.C. https://specialchronicles.com/MeetSOSAs Enjoyed this episode? Re-live Season 1 https://specialchronicles.com/WorkSeason1 and all five seasons of our popular  Unified at Work Series https://specialchronicles.com/UnifiedAtWork Sponsored by United Airlines' Bridge Disability Business Resource Group https://specialchronicles.com/united Your Local Special Olympics Program: https://www.specialolympics.org/programs?locale=en . . . . . ➕Want bonus content? Join Now at https://SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS and support the podcast! 🛒Want our Merch? Shop our store at https://SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP . . . . . 📱Follow This Podcast on Socials: @SpecialChronicles https://SpecialChronicles.com/SOCIALS 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan https://SpecialChronicles.com/PODMANDAN 📧Email: Send us a message at https://SpecialChronicles.com/CONTACT . . . . . 💡Partner: ComEd https://SpecialChronicles.com/COMED ✈️Partner: United Airlines https://SpecialChronicles.com/UNITED . . . . . 📻Podcast Hosting: Podbean https://SpecialChronicles.com/PODBEAN 📡Recording Studio: StreamYard https://SpecialChronicles.com/STREAMYARD 🥇PSA: Sign the Inclusion Pledge at https://JoinTheRevolution.org . . . . . Podcast Theme Music: “It Starts With A Voice” written by Amy Wright and performed by Ben Wright, co-founders of Bitty and Beau’s Coffee. Used with permission. https://specialchronicles.com/BittyandBeausCoffee Sponsor Break Background Music:Puzzle by Roa Used with permission: Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream | Music promoted by Audio Library . . . . . About the Podcast Host: Daniel Smrokowski is a well-known columnist and the founder and host of the award-winning podcast, Special Chronicles, which has released over 750 episodes over the last 15 years. In recognition of these many accomplishments, Daniel is a recipient of the Matthew Freeman Award for Social Justice for his efforts through media to give people with disabilities a voice. Read more about Daniel HERE: https://specialchronicles.com/podmandan The post On The Job Celebrating Our 5 Yrs Workiversary | Unified at Work Series Season 5 Finale | Ep.603 first appeared on Special Chronicles.

This Week on the Special Chronicles Podcast’s  Unified at Work Series S5:P10: We're On The Job with IAD Service Ambassador Sophia Gheblawi sits down with ORD Service Ambassador and Award-winning Podcaster Daniel Smrokowski for an engaging conversation about: Becoming a Special Olympics Virginia Athlete, Journey Coming to United Airlines, and we hear about her first year of inclusive employment as a Special Olympics Service Ambassador (SOSA), Recorded From Washington Dulles International Airport. Episode 602 ShowNotes & Links: 🎧 Follow: Wherever You Get Podcasts https://SpecialChronicles.com/Listen 📺Like watching your podcasts? Visit https://www.youtube.com/live/NJr6oCqfbzQ?si=iUmkqLwyC8ODbXWv podcasts to see full episode. . . . . . Tune in to our Original "Meet The SOSAs" Podcast Playlist and hear a collection of conversations with United’s SOSAs from Chicago, Denver, Houston, and Washington D.C. https://specialchronicles.com/MeetSOSAs Enjoyed this episode? We have five seasons of our popular  Unified at Work Series https://specialchronicles.com/UnifiedAtWork Sponsored by United Airlines' Bridge Disability Business Resource Group https://specialchronicles.com/united Connect with Special Olympics Virginia: https://www.specialolympicsva.org Your Local Special Olympics Program: https://www.specialolympics.org/programs?locale=en . . . . . ➕Want bonus content? Join Now at https://SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS and support the podcast! 🛒Want our Merch? Shop our store at https://SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP . . . . . 📱Follow This Podcast on Socials: @SpecialChronicles https://SpecialChronicles.com/SOCIALS 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan https://SpecialChronicles.com/PODMANDAN 📧Email: Send us a message at https://SpecialChronicles.com/CONTACT . . . . . 💡Partner: ComEd https://SpecialChronicles.com/COMED ✈️Partner: United Airlines https://SpecialChronicles.com/UNITED . . . . . 📻Podcast Hosting: Podbean https://SpecialChronicles.com/PODBEAN 📡Recording Studio: StreamYard https://SpecialChronicles.com/STREAMYARD 🥇PSA: Sign the Inclusion Pledge at https://JoinTheRevolution.org . . . . . Podcast Theme Music: “It Starts With A Voice” written by Amy Wright and performed by Ben Wright, co-founders of Bitty and Beau’s Coffee. Used with permission. https://specialchronicles.com/BittyandBeausCoffee Sponsor Break Background Music:Puzzle by Roa Used with permission: Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream | Music promoted by Audio Library . . . . . About the Podcast Host: Daniel Smrokowski is a well-known columnist and the founder and host of the award-winning podcast, Special Chronicles, which has released over 750 episodes over the last 15 years. In recognition of these many accomplishments, Daniel is a recipient of the Matthew Freeman Award for Social Justice for his efforts through media to give people with disabilities a voice. Read more about Daniel HERE: https://specialchronicles.com/podmandan The post On The Job with Sophia Gheblawi, IAD | Unified at Work Series S5:Pt10 | Ep.602 first appeared on Special Chronicles.

This Week on the Special Chronicles Podcast’s  Unified at Work Series S5:P8: We're On The Job with IAD Service Ambassador John Gionfriddo sits down with ORD Service Ambassador and Award-winning Podcaster Daniel Smrokowski for an engaging conversation about: Becoming a Special Olympics Virginia Athlete, Journey Coming to United Airlines, and we hear about his first year of inclusive employment as a Special Olympics Service Ambassador (SOSA), Recorded From Washington Dulles International Airport. Episode 601 ShowNotes & Links: 🎧 Follow: Wherever You Get Podcasts https://SpecialChronicles.com/Listen 📺Like watching your podcasts? Visit https://www.youtube.com/live/ee6FsVVI2dA?si=JPKKvU75WR_gEXJJ podcasts to see full episode. . . . . . Tune in to our Original "Meet The SOSAs" Podcast Playlist and hear a collection of conversations with United’s SOSAs from Chicago, Denver, Houston, and Washington D.C. https://specialchronicles.com/MeetSOSAs Enjoyed this episode? We have five seasons of our popular  Unified at Work Series https://specialchronicles.com/UnifiedAtWork Sponsored by United Airlines' Bridge Disability Business Resource Group https://specialchronicles.com/united Connect with Special Olympics Virginia: https://www.specialolympicsva.org Your Local Special Olympics Program: https://www.specialolympics.org/programs?locale=en . . . . . ➕Want bonus content? Join Now at https://SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS and support the podcast! 🛒Want our Merch? Shop our store at https://SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP . . . . . 📱Follow This Podcast on Socials: @SpecialChronicles https://SpecialChronicles.com/SOCIALS 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan https://SpecialChronicles.com/PODMANDAN 📧Email: Send us a message at https://SpecialChronicles.com/CONTACT . . . . . 💡Partner: ComEd https://SpecialChronicles.com/COMED ✈️Partner: United Airlines https://SpecialChronicles.com/UNITED . . . . . 📻Podcast Hosting: Podbean https://SpecialChronicles.com/PODBEAN 📡Recording Studio: StreamYard https://SpecialChronicles.com/STREAMYARD 🥇PSA: Sign the Inclusion Pledge at https://JoinTheRevolution.org . . . . . Podcast Theme Music: “It Starts With A Voice” written by Amy Wright and performed by Ben Wright, co-founders of Bitty and Beau’s Coffee. Used with permission. https://specialchronicles.com/BittyandBeausCoffee Sponsor Break Background Music:Puzzle by Roa Used with permission: Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream | Music promoted by Audio Library . . . . . About the Podcast Host: Daniel Smrokowski is a well-known columnist and the founder and host of the award-winning podcast, Special Chronicles, which has released over 750 episodes over the last 15 years. In recognition of these many accomplishments, Daniel is a recipient of the Matthew Freeman Award for Social Justice for his efforts through media to give people with disabilities a voice. Read more about Daniel HERE: https://specialchronicles.com/podmandan The post On The Job with Colin Bellows, IAD | Unified at Work Series S5:Pt9 | Ep.601 first appeared on Special Chronicles.

This Week on the Special Chronicles Podcast’s  Unified at Work Series S5:P8: We're On The Job with IAD Service Ambassador John Gionfriddo sits down with ORD Service Ambassador and Award-winning Podcaster Daniel Smrokowski for an engaging conversation about: Becoming a Special Olympics Virginia Athlete, Journey Coming to United Airlines, and we hear about his first year of inclusive employment as a Special Olympics Service Ambassador (SOSA), Recorded From Washington Dulles International Airport. Episode 600 ShowNotes & Links: 🎧 Follow: Wherever You Get Podcasts https://SpecialChronicles.com/Listen 📺Like watching your podcasts? Visit https://youtube.com/@specialchronicles/podcasts to see full episodes. . . . . . Tune in to our Original "Meet The SOSAs" Podcast Playlist and hear a collection of conversations with United’s SOSAs from Chicago, Denver, Houston, and Washington D.C. https://specialchronicles.com/MeetSOSAs Enjoyed this episode? We have five seasons of our popular  Unified at Work Series https://specialchronicles.com/UnifiedAtWork Sponsored by United Airlines' Bridge Disability Business Resource Group https://specialchronicles.com/united Connect with Special Olympics Virginia: https://www.specialolympicsva.org Your Local Special Olympics Program: https://www.specialolympics.org/programs?locale=en . . . . . ➕Want bonus content? Join Now at https://SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS and support the podcast! 🛒Want our Merch? Shop our store at https://SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP . . . . . 📱Follow This Podcast on Socials: @SpecialChronicles https://SpecialChronicles.com/SOCIALS 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan https://SpecialChronicles.com/PODMANDAN 📧Email: Send us a message at https://SpecialChronicles.com/CONTACT . . . . . 💡Partner: ComEd https://SpecialChronicles.com/COMED ✈️Partner: United Airlines https://SpecialChronicles.com/UNITED . . . . . 📻Podcast Hosting: Podbean https://SpecialChronicles.com/PODBEAN 📡Recording Studio: StreamYard https://SpecialChronicles.com/STREAMYARD 🥇PSA: Sign the Inclusion Pledge at https://JoinTheRevolution.org . . . . . Podcast Theme Music: “It Starts With A Voice” written by Amy Wright and performed by Ben Wright, co-founders of Bitty and Beau’s Coffee. Used with permission. https://specialchronicles.com/BittyandBeausCoffee Sponsor Break Background Music:Puzzle by Roa Used with permission: Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream | Music promoted by Audio Library . . . . . About the Podcast Host: Daniel Smrokowski is a well-known columnist and the founder and host of the award-winning podcast, Special Chronicles, which has released over 750 episodes over the last 15 years. In recognition of these many accomplishments, Daniel is a recipient of the Matthew Freeman Award for Social Justice for his efforts through media to give people with disabilities a voice. Read more about Daniel HERE: https://specialchronicles.com/podmandan The post On The Job with John Gionfriddo, IAD | Unified at Work Series S5:Pt8 | Ep.600 first appeared on Special Chronicles.

This Week on the Special Chronicles Podcast’s  Unified at Work Series S5:Pt7: We're On The Job with IAD Service Ambassador Margaret Goodman sits down with ORD Service Ambassador and Award-winning Podcaster Daniel Smrokowski for an engaging conversation about: Becoming a Special Olympics Virginia Athlete, Journey Coming to United Airlines, and we hear about her first year of inclusive employment as a Special Olympics Service Ambassador (SOSA), Recorded From Washington Dulles International Airport. Episode 599 ShowNotes & Links: 🎧 Follow: Wherever You Get Podcasts https://SpecialChronicles.com/Listen 📺Like watching your podcasts? Visit https://youtube.com/@specialchronicles/podcasts to see full episodes. . . . . . Tune in to our Original "Meet The SOSAs" Podcast Playlist and hear a collection of conversations with United’s SOSAs from Chicago, Denver, Houston, and Washington D.C. https://specialchronicles.com/MeetSOSAs Enjoyed this episode? We have five seasons of our popular  Unified at Work Series https://specialchronicles.com/UnifiedAtWork Sponsored by United Airlines' Bridge Disability Business Resource Group https://specialchronicles.com/united Connect with Special Olympics Virginia: https://www.specialolympicsva.org Your Local Special Olympics Program: https://www.specialolympics.org/programs?locale=en . . . . . ➕Want bonus content? Join Now at https://SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS and support the podcast! 🛒Want our Merch? Shop our store at https://SpecialChronicles.com/SHOP . . . . . 📱Follow This Podcast on Socials: @SpecialChronicles https://SpecialChronicles.com/SOCIALS 📱Follow Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan https://SpecialChronicles.com/PODMANDAN 📧Email: Send us a message at https://SpecialChronicles.com/CONTACT . . . . . 💡Partner: ComEd https://SpecialChronicles.com/COMED ✈️Partner: United Airlines https://SpecialChronicles.com/UNITED . . . . . 📻Podcast Hosting: Podbean https://SpecialChronicles.com/PODBEAN 📡Recording Studio: StreamYard https://SpecialChronicles.com/STREAMYARD 🥇PSA: Sign the Inclusion Pledge at https://JoinTheRevolution.org . . . . . Podcast Theme Music: “It Starts With A Voice” written by Amy Wright and performed by Ben Wright, co-founders of Bitty and Beau’s Coffee. Used with permission. https://specialchronicles.com/BittyandBeausCoffee Sponsor Break Background Music:Puzzle by Roa Used with permission: Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream | Music promoted by Audio Library . . . . . About the Podcast Host: Daniel Smrokowski is a well-known columnist and the founder and host of the award-winning podcast, Special Chronicles, which has released over 750 episodes over the last 15 years. In recognition of these many accomplishments, Daniel is a recipient of the Matthew Freeman Award for Social Justice for his efforts through media to give people with disabilities a voice. Read more about Daniel HERE: https://specialchronicles.com/podmandan The post On The Job with Margaret Goodman, IAD | Unified at Work Series S5:Pt7 | Ep.599 first appeared on Special Chronicles.

On this special solo episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast’s  Unified at Work Series S5:Pt6: ORD Service Ambassador and Award-winning Podcaster Daniel Smrokowski recaps the 2024 SOSA Summit, where last week United Airlines' 18 Service Ambassadors (SOSAs) traveled to ORD for a day of networking and professional development. United’s Airport Operations SVP kicks off the summit, followed with a safety briefing, a Fireside Chat with DEN HUB VP and Special Olympics Illinois President and CEO, and we wear from Service Ambassadors and Supervisors on the impact of how SOSAs are bringing bringing smiles to the Airport Operations Teams at United Hubs. 🎧 Listen Now: https://specialchronicles.com/podcast580 New episodes drop weekly so be sure you tap Follow wherever you get podcasts to be notified every Monday: https://specialchronicles.com/listen/pod/ Episode 580 ShowNotes & Links: Tune in to this Playlist and hear a collection of conversations with United’s SOSAs from Chicago, Denver and Houston.  (IAD SOSA’s Coming Soon): https://specialchronicles.com/MeetSOSAs Follow and Listen to our Unified at Work Series and hear more conversations about the meaning of inclusive employment: https://specialchronicles.com/UnifiedAtWork Check out United Airlines’ Social Story to help you prepare for travel: https://www.united.com/en/us/fly/travel/trip-planning/social-story.html Book your travel today on https://United.com or on the award-winning United mobile app: https://www.united.com/ual/en/us/fly/travel/mobile-tools.html Learn more about United’s commitment to disability inclusion for employment and travel HERE: https://specialchronicles.com/united Support: https://SpecialChronicles.com/Give Go to https://SpecialChronicles.com/PLUS for Special Chronicles PLUS Behind The Scenes Podcast, Bonus Content and to help support the show! Merch: https://SpecialChronicles.com/Shop Socials: @SpecialChronicles https://https://SpecialChronicles.com/Socials @podmandan https://SpecialChronicles.com/podmandan Email: https://SpecialChronicles.com/contact Partners: https://SpecialChronicles.com/ComEd | https://SpecialChronicles.com/United Services: https://SpecialChronicles.com/Podbean | https://SpecialChronicles.com/StreamYard Pledge #InclusionRevolution: https://JoinTheRevolution.org Podcast Theme Music: “It Starts With A Voice” written by Amy Wright and performed by Ben Wright, co-founders of Bitty and Beau’s Coffee. Used with permission. https://specialchronicles.com/BittyandBeausCoffee Sponsor Break Background Music:Puzzle by Roa Used with permission: Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream | Music promoted by Audio Library The post On The Job From 2024 SOSA Summit | Ep.580 first appeared on Special Chronicles.

On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast’s  Unified at Work Series S5:Pt5: ORD Service Ambassador Daniel Smrokowski also doubles as the host of this award-winning podcast "Special Chronicles." This week, he sat down with United Airlines Chief Customer Officer & EVP Linda Jojo to chat about inclusive service, first-ever accessibility showcase, how United’s Service Ambassadors benefit the customer experience and how United truly show that Good Leads The Way with their commitment to disability inclusion. "We are proud of you and all of our Service Ambassadors," shared Linda on the podcast. "They are -- you are -- among our best employees." Listen in 🎧 https://specialchronicles.com/podcast576   Watch Now 📺https://www.youtube.com/live/OW3zQ_HcrIc?si=P4cBVgJSbMClXP8U New episodes drop weekly so be sure you tap FOLLOW wherever you get podcasts to be notified every Monday! Episode 576 ShowNotes & Links: Book your travel today on https://www.united.com/ or on the award-winning United mobile app: https://www.united.com/ual/en/us/fly/travel/mobile-tools.html Learn more about United’s commitment to disability inclusion and accessibility HERE: https://specialchronicles.com/united Check out United Airlines’ Social Story to help prepare you for travel: https://www.united.com/en/us/fly/travel/trip-planning/social-story.html Follow and Listen to our Unified at Work Series to hear more conversations about the meaning of inclusive employment: https://specialchronicles.com/UnifiedAtWork Tune in to this Playlist and hear a collection of conversations with United’s Service Ambassadors from Chicago, Denver and Houston: https://specialchronicles.com/MeetSOSAs Connect with your local Special Olympics Program: https://www.specialolympics.org/programs?locale=en Other Important Links: Support This Podcast: Make a donation to support this podcast right now at https://specialchronicles.com/give Visit Our MERCH Store: Shop Our Disabled Voices Matter Collection at https://specialchronicles.com/shop Follow this podcast on Socials: Instagram: https://Instagram.com/SpecialChronicles Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SpecialChronicles X: https://twitter.com/SpecialCPodcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/special-chronicles/ YouTube: https://YouTube.com/SpecialChronicles Email Feedback: Send a message to our team at https://specialchronicles.com/contact Join Our Newsletter: https://specialchronicles.com/newsletter Rate and Write a Review for this podcast on ApplePodcasts or Spotify: https://specialchronicles.com/feedback Follow Daniel Smrokowski on Socials: @podmandan https://specialchronicles.com/podmandan Book Daniel to speak at your event: Daniel's Official Speaking Page https://specialchronicles.com/speaking ComEd EnergyForce Ambassador Program: https://specialchronicles.com/comed Podbean Podcast Hosting: https://SpecialChronicles.com/Podbean StreamYard Recording and Livestream Studio: https://SpecialChronicles.com/StreamYard Sign The Inclusion Revolution Pledge! https://JoinTheRevolution.org Podcast Theme Music: “It Starts With A Voice” written by Amy Wright and performed by Ben Wright, co-founders of Bitty and Beau’s Coffee. Used with permission. Sponsor Break Background Music:Puzzle by Roa Used with permission: Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream | Music promoted by Audio Library The post On The Job with Linda Jojo, Chief Customer Officer at United Airlines | Ep.576 first appeared on Special Chronicles.

https://www.youtube.com/live/UWElttSN-o4?si=YEKr3whEAFz-FqX8 On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast's  Unified at Work Series S5:Pt4: Special Olympics Illinois Athlete Leader Bella Kurash and her mom Christine sit down with Sargent Shriver Global Messenger Alum and Award-winning Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski for a cheerful conversation about the Stepping Stones to Inclusive Employment, Inspired by United Airlines' SOSA Program, … Continue reading Stepping Stones to Unified Work | Ep.569 The post Stepping Stones to Unified Work | Ep.569 first appeared on Special Chronicles.

https://youtu.be/Hmh33c3XMgo?si=XC1ZmlT4LqFbJ5qX On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast's Unified at Work Series S5:Pt3: In celebration of the 8 Year Anniversary of Bitty & Beau's Coffee and with our recent visit a month ago to their Savannah location, we are celebrating a human rights movement disguised as a coffee shop where people with intellectual and developmental … Continue reading Before Bitty and Beau’s Coffee | Unified at Work Series S5:Pt3 | Ep.567 The post Before Bitty and Beau’s Coffee | Unified at Work Series S5:Pt3 | Ep.567 first appeared on Special Chronicles.

On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast's Unified at Work Series S5:Pt2: John and Mark Cronin, co-founders of John's Crazy Socks sit down with Award-winning Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski for a candid and honest conversation about their father & son business, spreading happiness through socks, Supporting Special Olympics, The Spreading Happiness Podcast, and we dive … Continue reading Spreading Happiness with John’s Crazy Socks | Ep.563 The post Spreading Happiness with John’s Crazy Socks | Ep.563 first appeared on Special Chronicles.