A Little Something Extra

HOST TALK: Acceptance Is The New Awareness

In this inspiring and joy-filled episode, our hosts Nancy Gianni, GiGi Gianni, and Franco Gianni come together to kick off Down Syndrome Awareness Month—or as we like to

S4 E15: A Little Something Extra with Holly and Nate Simon

In this uplifting and joy-filled episode, we sit down with Nate Simon, the CEO and co-founder of 21 Pineapples, and his incredible mom, Holly Simon, the powerhouse advoca

THROWBACK EXCLUSIVE: A Little Something Extra with John & Mark Cronin

Back to school = back to socks! In this heartwarming and entrepreneurial episode, we sit down with the dynamic father-son duo behind John’s Crazy Socks, Mark and John Cro

Pop Up Podcast with Dr. Patricia Tice

This week we are wrapping up with our Pop-Up Podcast! Live from the 2025 NDSC Conference in Dallas, we were thrilled to talk with Dr. Patricia Tice! Dr. Patricia Tice is

Pop Up Podcast with Annika and Aaron Soderfelt

We’re back with another Pop-Up Podcast, live from the 2025 NDSC Conference in Dallas! This episode features two incredible guests you may recognize! With an unshakable si

Pop Up Podcast with Sophia Kay Whitten and Grace Davis

We’re back with another Pop-Up Podcast, live from the 2025 NDSC Conference in Dallas! This episode features two incredible guests who prove that anything is possible. Mee

Pop Up Podcast with Matthew Schwab and Kayla Kosmalski

In this special two-part episode of the Pop-Up Podcast, we’re live from the NDSC Conference in Dallas 2025 with two unforgettable guests who are showing the world what’s

POP- UP PODCAST THROWBACK with Cassandra Drake

In honor of this year’s NDSC Convention this weekend, we’re throwing it back to one of our favorite pop-up podcast moments recorded live at last year’s event!  In this s

THROWBACK EXCLUSIVE: A Little Something Extra with Tom Ricketts

It's MLB All Star Week... So we are bringing back one of our very first episodes! In this special episode, we sit down with Tom Ricketts, Executive Chairman of the Chica

HOST TALK: When AI Crosses the Line

This isn’t just another episode- this is a wake-up call.  In our most passionate Host Talk yet, we confront a disturbing trend that’s gone viral: AI deepfakes of women i

S4 E14: A Little Something Extra with the Monk Family

In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, we sit down with NFL player Jacob Monk for an unforgettable conversation that spans faith, family, and football!  We dive deep in

S4 E13: A Little Something Extra with Carson A. Egan and his dad Kurc

What if the role of a lifetime found you when you least expected it?  In this joyful and behind-the-scenes look at Suits LA, we’re joined by actor Carson A. Egan, who ha

HOST TALK: How One Book and 13 Ballparks are Inspiring Acceptance

Welcome to our brand-new segment: Host Talk.   This is where we get real. No guests, just us, diving into the issues that matter most, celebrating big wins, and sharing

S4 E12: A Little Something Extra with Bret and Jack Bowerman

What does it look like when advocacy goes the extra mile...literally? In this powerful and action-driven episode, we’re joined by a remarkable father-son duo who are resh

S4 E11: A Little Something Extra with Holly Siino & Claire Ramaley

Have you ever wondered how one friendship, or one act of service, can change your life? Whether you're passionate about inclusion, connected to someone with Down syndrome

S4 E10: A Little Something Extra with Jennifer Gray & Sarah Bookout

This week, we're absolutely thrilled to welcome Jennifer Gray, founder of Gray Speak Therapy—now transitioning to Connected Speech—and Sarah Bookout, an experienced and p

S4 E9: A Little Something Extra with Kyle Landi

This week were absolutely thrilled to welcome Canada’s first and only competitive bodybuilder with Down syndrome, Kyle Landi and his parents Kimberly and Joe! Known as @g

S4 E8: A Little Something Extra with Cindy Mrotek

This week we’re thrilled to welcome Founder of A.C.E. Therapies, certified special education teacher, and board-certified assistant behavior analyst Cindy Mrotek! In this

THROWBACK EXCLUSIVE A Little Something Extra with Jennifer Hogan Jones

In honor of Mother’s Day, we’re sharing one of our most inspiring and heartfelt episodes featuring an incredible mom, Jennifer Hogan Jones, known to many as “@my.beautifu

S4 E7: A Little Something Extra with Misty Coy Snyder

This week, we’re excited to welcome Misty Coy Snyder — a passionate advocate for individuals with Down syndrome and a devoted volunteer at GiGi’s Playhouse New York City.