The mission of Special Chronicles is Giving Respect & Voice to People with Special Needs Through Media.
For 18 years, Special Chronicles has been producing podcasts, videos, blogs, and digital series that amplify the voices of people with disabilities. What began in 2008 as a small hobby has grown into a global storytelling platform, Special Chronicles has produced more than 1,000 episodes that have reached over 100,000 website views, and achieved more than 50,000 podcast downloads, using storytelling and journalism to promote inclusion, accessibility, and disability awareness.
Through authentic conversations and inclusive media, we celebrate the stories, experiences, and talents of individuals with disabilities.
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What You’ll Find Here
🎙️ Weekly Podcast
The Special Chronicles Podcast – Real conversations, inspiring stories, and engaging guests. Listen Now ▸
🎧 Monthly Podcast
The Georgia and Daniel Show – Heartwarming, funny, and unique perspectives on everyday life. Tune In ▸
📝 Original Series & Blogs
Dive into diverse storytelling across the disability community, including personal essays, reflections, and narrative series. Read Now
🏆 Award-Winning Column
Enjoy insights from our founder and host, PodmanDan, an award-winning intellectual disability advocate and public speaker. Read Now
Our Story
From a simple podcast idea in 2008 to a leading disability-led digital media platform—learn how Special Chronicles was built and the vision that drives us.
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Our Mission
At Special Chronicles, our mission is simple and powerful:
Giving Respect & Voice to People with Special Needs Through Media.
We believe that stories have the power to change hearts, open minds, and build inclusion. Through podcasts, videos, blogs, and digital content, we amplify the voices of people with disabilities—celebrating their experiences, strengths, and contributions to the world.
Our Vision
We envision a world where:
- Disabled voices are heard, valued, and represented in media and storytelling.
- Inclusive conversations foster understanding, respect, and connection.
- People with disabilities have platforms to share their stories authentically and without barriers.
- The broader public sees the disability community through the lens of ability, humanity, and dignity.
- Media becomes a tool for empowerment, education, and cultural change.
Our long-term goal is to build a global, disability-led media platform that transforms how society views and engages with people with special needs—one story at a time.
What Guides Us
Respect
Every story matters. Every voice counts. We honor the lived experiences of people with disabilities.
Authenticity
Our content is created with honesty, transparency, and real perspectives from the disability community.
Inclusion
We center individuals with disabilities in every conversation, making sure their voices lead the way.
Empowerment
We equip people with disabilities to share their stories confidently through accessible digital media platforms.
Community
For 17 years, we’ve built a welcoming space where listeners, advocates, families, and creators unite to celebrate differences.
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🎥 Hear From Our Community
Watch a few of our listeners talk about the impact Special Chronicles brings to our community and their hopes for our future:
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🎥 Meet Our Founder
Watch Daniel Smrokowski discuss the mission and vision of Special Chronicles and the importance of inclusion and accurate representation in media:
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🎥 Podcast Highlights
Watch an excerpt from one of our podcasts and hear a few guests share the impact of Special Chronicles:
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🎥 Flagship Podcast Trailer
Watch one of our first official trailers for our flagship podcast program:
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Community Callout
We’re more than a platform—we’re a community. Join thousands of listeners and advocates who believe that every voice matters.
Disabled Voices Matter.
We amplify them every step of the way.
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