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Channel • 8 Shows

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Personal Journals

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Health & Fitness

Health & Fitness

Updated Feb 13
Personal Journals

Personal Journals

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Social Sciences

Social Sciences

Updated 07/25/2022
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Performing Arts

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03/01/2022

Dr. Cupid, Big Sexy and J-Money - The 3 Faces of John

John is shot out of a canon in this episode and the energy in infectious. Mark discusses the continuation of the boys’ health and wellness journey including the use of A.I. to help the weight-loss process. John shares some details about his love life including planning the perfect date and some real-life heartache over that same date. They don’t call him Dr. Cupid and Big Sexy for nothing! Tune in, but only if you want to feel happy (bad jokes and good jokes included)! Hosted by John & Mark Cronin, co-founders of John's Crazy Socks. Visit John's Crazy Socks here: https://johnscrazysocks.com Follow @johnscrazysocks on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and TikTok. The Spreading Happiness Podcast is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios. For show ideas, guest inquiries, general feedback, sponsorships and media inquiries, drop an email: thespreadinghapinesspodcast@lp516.com Subscribe to The Spreading Happiness Podcast on Apple Podcasts and get notified of new episodes, every Tuesday! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-spreading-happiness-podcast/id1611218712

03/01/2022

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33 min
03/21/2024

Embrace It: Episode 57 - Xian Horn, Catalyst for Inclusion

Send us a text Join us for an inspiring episode of the Embrace It Podcast as we welcome the radiant Xian Horn, a true catalyst for inclusion. Xian, a joyful half-Asian woman with Cerebral Palsy, wears many hats: teacher, writer, speaker, beauty advocate, blogger, and Exemplar for the AT&T NYU Connect Ability Challenge towards creating Assistive Technology. Named one of the 21 Leaders for the 21st Century by Women's eNews in 2017, Xian Horn's journey toward reconceptualizing leadership has left a profound impact. From companies like Viacom, and Target, to AXA Equitable, she's reshaping narratives using her testimony and mentoring prowess. In this episode, we delve into Xian's mission to reshape our notions of self-esteem and collective purpose, particularly for women. Through her non-profit, Give Beauty Wings, she's championing empowerment for people with disabilities and marginalized communities. Tune in as we explore Xian's remarkable journey, her tireless advocacy, and her vision for a more inclusive world. Don't miss this insightful conversation on embracing diversity, fostering leadership, and the transformative power of self-love. Learn more about Xian HornFollow Xian on InstagramSign Xian’s Transportation PetitionBook an EmBRACE It WorkshopLooking for more great tips, hacks, and blog posts? Visit: Trend-Able.comFind more on Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) and patient resources at: HNF-cure.orgFollow us on IG! @embraceit_podcast | @trend.able | @cmtwegotthisPlease leave us a review and help others find us! Hosted by Lainie Ishbia and Estela Lugo. Embrace It is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios. For sponsorships and media inquiries, drop an email to: embraceit@lp516.com Subscribe to Embrace It with Lainie and Estela on Apple Podcasts and get notified of new episodes! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/embrace-it-with-lainie-estela-smashing-disability-stigmas/id1468364898 Support the show

03/21/2024

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1 hr
FEB 13

Good Bad Things: A Modern Love Story Breaking Barriers in Film

Send us a text What if a film could be more than just entertainment, sparking a movement for positive change? Join us as we speak with Danny Kurtzman, the main character of "Good Bad Things," and the film's executive producer, Steve Way, to explore how this Apple TV release is doing just that. Together, we uncover the film's heartwarming impact as it champions love, dating, and the experiences of living with a disability. Amid Valentine's Day reflections, this conversation dives into the themes of inclusivity and representation, resonating with audiences of all backgrounds. Embracing the beautiful complexities of modern relationships, "Good Bad Things" offers an engaging narrative that connects deeply with both disabled and non-disabled viewers. With insights from our guests, we celebrate the film as a modern-day love story that underscores the power of self-love and acceptance. Director Shane's artistic touch brings authenticity to the film's portrayal of friendship and romance, while the collaborative efforts behind the scenes aim to reshape societal narratives around disability in media. Navigating the world of dating with a disability offers a fresh lens on authenticity and self-acceptance. In a landscape often dominated by superficiality, this episode highlights the importance of genuine connections over societal pressures. Our conversation reflects on personal experiences and the film's authentic depiction of disability and relationships, providing listeners with hope and encouragement. Through the power of storytelling, "Good Bad Things" serves as a reminder to embrace one's true self and forge meaningful connections beyond the screen. Watch Good Bad Things on Apple TVFollow Danny on InstagramWatch Ramy on HuluFollow Steve Way on Instagram Book an EmBRACE It WorkshopLooking for more great tips, hacks, and blog posts? Visit: Trend-Able.comFind more on Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) and patient resources at: HNF-cure.orgFollow us on IG! @embraceit_podcast | @trend.able | @cmtwegotthisHosted by Lainie Ishbia and Estela Lugo. Embrace It is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios. For sponsorships and media inquiries, drop an email to: embraceit@lp516.com Subscribe to Embrace It with Lainie and Estela on Apple Podcasts and get notified of new episodes! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/embrace-it-with-lainie-estela-smashing-disability-stigmas/id1468364898 Support the show

Feb 13

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45 min
11/06/2019

Embrace It: Episode 4 - The Exercise Experiment with Julie Stone

Send us a text What happens when a CMT patient tests out 10 different exercises in 10 weeks? Join Julie Stone as she fills us in on her personal journey and lessons learned on self acceptance and adaptive exercise! Looking for great tips, hacks and blogposts? Visit: Trend-Able.comFind more info and CMT patient resources on: HNF-cure.orgSupport the show

11/06/2019

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36 min
02/23/2022

The New York Jets and B.B. King

It’s the series premiere of The Spreading Happiness Podcast, hosted by the sock tycoon father-son duo John and Mark Cronin. In episode 1 we naturally find out a little bit about the boys like their (unrequited) love of the New York Jets, their love of music (yes it’s true, they sing a bit of a BB King song somewhere in this episode) and so much more. They also debut the Good News segment and the (bad) joke segment. This show is all about spreading happiness so sit back, relax and get ready to get happy. Hosted by John & Mark Cronin, co-founders of John's Crazy Socks. Visit John's Crazy Socks here: https://johnscrazysocks.com Follow @johnscrazysocks on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and TikTok. The Spreading Happiness Podcast is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios. For show ideas, guest inquiries, general feedback, sponsorships and media inquiries, drop an email: thespreadinghapinesspodcast@lp516.com Subscribe to The Spreading Happiness Podcast on Apple Podcasts and get notified of new episodes, every Tuesday! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-spreading-happiness-podcast/id1611218712

02/23/2022

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31 min
AUG 13

Growing Up Together - Program Director Brooke Mellett

On today's very special episode of Agents of Humanity, the co-hosts are joined for a fun-filled chat with our friend, Brooke Mellett. Brooke is the proud Program Director of The Nicholas Center, where she has worked for the past decade, watching our co-hosts blossom through the program. She is also the recent winner of Long Island Business News' 40 under 40 award. Today's podcast is hosted by our very own agents of humanity: Robert, Tomas, Tara, and Jason. Follow @thenicholascenter on Facebook, @nicholascenter on Instagram, and @nicholas-center on LinkedIn. Agents of Humanity is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios. Agents of Humanity was originally developed by Dave Thompson and George Andriopoulos. Subscribe to Agents of Humanity on Apple Podcasts and get notified of new episodes, every two weeks! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/agents-of-humanity/id1698271745 Or find us on your favorite podcasting platform!

Aug 13

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1h 4m
07/19/2022

Knocking on Heaven’s Door, Selena Gomez and Cheers

The sock guys are at it again and they are ADAMANT about spreading happiness today. John also insists on telling the world how good looking both he and his dad are (there’s no shortage of confidence here, folks). Surprise, surprise, John talks about his favorite TV show Friends and Mark reminds him that Joey is NOT a role model. HOW YOU DOING! It turns out John is a player when asked if he would answer the phone if Selena Gomez called him. The boys are taking a trip to Boston and they talk about all the hotspots they are going to visit, including the bar “where everybody knows your name,” Cheers! Plus the old standbys to keep your day bright. Business to highlight: Austin’s Underdawgs: https://austinsunderdawgs.com It all started with a determined young man with Down Syndrome and the desire to be a Chef. At age 21 he attended a vocational program at Eastern New Mexico University designed for people with limited abilities. Since Austin had never learned to read, he was not a good candidate for a Chef job, but he quickly learned skills to be an excellent Prep Chef in the University cafeteria. His love of food had him yearning to own his own restaurant. Some 16 years later, Austin is taking his show on the road selling “Underdawg Hot Dogs” in his Traveling Dawgmobile! Understanding the needs of people with limited abilities, Austin knows how important it is to help his fellow man. For this reason, Austin’s Underdawgs has developed a Fundraising source event in addition to operating his for profit business. Austin’s favorite charity is The Each & Everyone Foundation” which is dedicated to improving the lives of people with limited abilities through vocational training and working in society to the maximum extent possible. Mentioned in this episode: Only Murders In the Building on Hulu: https://www.hulu.com/series/only-murders-in-the-building-ef31c7e1-cd0f-4e07-848d-1cbfedb50ddf Philip Donahue: https://www.wcvb.com/article/philip-donahue-retires-from-market-basket-massachusetts/40364915 Finding John’s Crazy Socks: https://johnscrazysocks.com/ Mentioned on this episode: The Lexington School for the Deaf: https://www.lexnyc.org Hosted by John & Mark Cronin, co-founders of John's Crazy Socks. Visit John's Crazy Socks here: https://johnscrazysocks.com Follow @johnscrazysocks on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and TikTok. The Spreading Happiness Podcast is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios. For show ideas, guest inquiries, general feedback, sponsorships and media inquiries, drop an email: thespreadinghapinesspodcast@lp516.com Information about Speaking Engagements with John and Mark: https://johnscrazysocks.com/pages/speaking-engagements-1 Subscribe to The Spreading Happiness Podcast on Apple Podcasts and get notified of new episodes, every Tuesday! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-spreading-happiness-podcast/id1611218712

07/19/2022

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35 min
SEP 10

Artist and Musician Visits The Podcast - Manuel "Manny" Villalobos

Manny is a Fine Artist, Musician and Art Educator, who has exhibited his art work in a number of galleries across Long Island. Manny is also a co-founding member of the alternative hip-hop group “A Side Of Darkness”, where he goes under the stage name OGManny G and has performed in NYC and Long Island. Through his music and art he expresses socially and politically driven awareness, which is showcased in his artwork and rhythmic lyrics. Today's podcast is hosted by our very own agents of humanity: Robert, Tomas, Tara, and Jason. Follow @thenicholascenter on Facebook, @nicholascenter on Instagram, and @nicholas-center on LinkedIn. Agents of Humanity is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios. Agents of Humanity was originally developed by Dave Thompson and George Andriopoulos. Subscribe to Agents of Humanity on Apple Podcasts and get notified of new episodes, every two weeks! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/agents-of-humanity/id1698271745 Or find us on your favorite podcasting platform!

Sep 10

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42 min
AUG 27

Making the World More Colorful - Tracy Lefkowitz

On today's very special episode of Agents of Humanity, the co-hosts are joined by Tracy Lefkowitz. Tracy serves as Art Director & Program Director of The Art Guild in Port Washington, NY. Previously, she has worked as an Art Director at Golden Books after working at Scholastic Publishing, Early Childhood Today Magazine, and Workman Publishing and then worked many years in Early Childhood Education. She is also a Freelance designer for a variety of clients. Today's podcast is hosted by our very own agents of humanity: Robert, Tomas, Tara, and Jason. Follow @thenicholascenter on Facebook, @nicholascenter on Instagram, and @nicholas-center on LinkedIn. Agents of Humanity is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios. Agents of Humanity was originally developed by Dave Thompson and George Andriopoulos. Subscribe to Agents of Humanity on Apple Podcasts and get notified of new episodes, every two weeks! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/agents-of-humanity/id1698271745 Or find us on your favorite podcasting platform!

Aug 27

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56 min
MAR 26

Warehouse Store, More Love Life, and Inclusive Entrepreneurs

John and Mark are back for another episode and here's what’s on their minds today: more developments in John’s love life, a World Down Syndrome Day celebration, our 3/21 Inclusive Entrepreneur Award, opening a warehouse store, hiring people with differing abilities, Mark’s trip to Nashville, and whatever else might pop into John’s mind. Business of the Week: Gabi’s Grounds https://poweredbygabis.org/ Gabi Angelini, founder of Gabi’s Grounds Coffee Shop, created a business to provide jobs for people with disabilities after experiencing employment challenges herself. Based in Raleigh, North Carolina, Gabi’s coffee brand is now available in grocery stores, and she continues to be a fierce advocate for inclusion in the workforce. Good News Story of the Week: The University of North Carolina opens a Clinic for patients with Down syndrome https://www.dailytarheel.com/article/2025/03/university-down-syndrome-clinic Buy some socks, be happy: https://johnscrazysocks.com/ Join John’s Tuesday Dance Party, every Tuesday at 3 p.m. Eastern: https://johnscrazysocks.com/pages/online-dance-party-with-john Check out Mark’s Song of the Day: https://paumonokharbor.com/song-of-the-day Want to learn more about John’s Crazy Socks? Check out this short video: https://youtu.be/dzPvxz1oUEA Check out our TEDx Talk: “Hiring People with Differing Abilities is Not Altruism, It is Good Business” https://youtu.be/uXtrhHSFkuY Hosted by John & Mark Cronin, co-founders of John's Crazy Socks. Follow @johnscrazysocks on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and TikTok. The Spreading Happiness Podcast is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios. For show ideas, guest inquiries, general feedback, sponsorships and media inquiries, drop an email: thespreadinghapinesspodcast@lp516.com Information about Speaking Engagements with John and Mark: https://johnscrazysocks.com/pages/speaking-engagements-1 Subscribe to The Spreading Happiness Podcast on Apple Podcasts and get notified of new episodes, every Tuesday! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-spreading-happiness-podcast/id1611218712

Mar 26

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41 min

An entertaining mix of podcasts with one theme: IMPACTFUL CONTENT. Launchpad 516 Studios brings you a diverse array of podcasts, all of which have important messages and all in one place.