261. Fearless Together: Lessons In Bravery, Hope, & Resilience (w/David and Andrew Olshine)
06/11/24 • 47 min
Join us for a special Father’s Day episode featuring the dynamic father-son duo, David and Andrew Olshine! They share their inspiring journey of writing and publishing the book Fearless As A Honey Badger, Brave Like A Wolverine. Learn about the lessons they've learned, the message of hope and resilience they aim to share with the world, and how Andrew’s remarkable recovery from Guillain-Barré syndrome inspired him to write the book. They also discuss the inspiration behind the powerful quotes included in the book, drawn from movies, Eleanor Roosevelt, Nelson Mandela, and Bible verses. Enjoy an excerpt read by Andrew himself and hear about his plans for his next book. This is a fun and heartfelt episode you don’t want to miss!
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SHOW NOTES
- Get your copy of Fearless As A Honey Badger, Brave Like A Wolverine
- Follow David & Andrew on Instagram
- Get your copy of David’s book Mystery Of Silence
- Check out Mercedes’ recommendation: All Creation Waits
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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR:
Thank you, Enable SNP for sponsoring this episode!
- 47. Planning for the Future w/Phillip Clark from Enable SNP
- 191. Future Planning for the WHOLE Family - ft. Phillip Clark, Enable SNP
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Join us for a special Father’s Day episode featuring the dynamic father-son duo, David and Andrew Olshine! They share their inspiring journey of writing and publishing the book Fearless As A Honey Badger, Brave Like A Wolverine. Learn about the lessons they've learned, the message of hope and resilience they aim to share with the world, and how Andrew’s remarkable recovery from Guillain-Barré syndrome inspired him to write the book. They also discuss the inspiration behind the powerful quotes included in the book, drawn from movies, Eleanor Roosevelt, Nelson Mandela, and Bible verses. Enjoy an excerpt read by Andrew himself and hear about his plans for his next book. This is a fun and heartfelt episode you don’t want to miss!
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SHOW NOTES
- Get your copy of Fearless As A Honey Badger, Brave Like A Wolverine
- Follow David & Andrew on Instagram
- Get your copy of David’s book Mystery Of Silence
- Check out Mercedes’ recommendation: All Creation Waits
JOIN THE MOVEMENT
Join us in celebrating and supporting The Lucky Few Podcast! For just $0.99, $4.99, or $9.99 a month, you can help us continue shouting worth and shifting narratives for people with Down syndrome. Your support makes a difference in our ability to create meaningful content, enable us to cover production costs, and explore additional opportunities to expand our resources. Become an essential part of The Lucky Few movement today!
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR:
Thank you, Enable SNP for sponsoring this episode!
- 47. Planning for the Future w/Phillip Clark from Enable SNP
- 191. Future Planning for the WHOLE Family - ft. Phillip Clark, Enable SNP
DISCOUNT CODE
Friends, grab your narrative shifting gear over on The Lucky Few Merch Shop and use code PODCAST for 10% off!
HELP US SHIFT THE NARRATIVE
Interested in partnering with The Lucky Few Podcast as a sponsor? Email [email protected] for more information!
LET’S CHAT
Email [email protected] with your questions and Good News for future episodes.
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Cheers to making it through another school year! Join us as we share our experiences, celebrate the successes, and learn from the challenges of the 2023-2024 school year. Discussing everything from what types of supports and settings worked for our kids, to the injustices in our education system and the reality of our kids still leading the way in 2024. We hope you’ll join us as we reflect on the good and the hard another school year has brought. Remember friends, we’re cheering you on every step of the way!
SHOW NOTES
Listen to our 2022 reflections:
Listen to our episodes with Dr. Vaish Sarathy:
- 80. Assuming Intelligence in Our Kids w/Down Syndrome, ft. Dr. Sarathy
- 220. Back To School Jumpstart w/Dr. Vaish Sarathy
Hear more about Macy’s journey this year:
Listen to Micha’s Podcast The Slow Way
JOIN THE MOVEMENT
Join us in celebrating and supporting The Lucky Few Podcast! For just $0.99, $4.99, or $9.99 a month, you can help us continue shouting worth and shifting narratives for people with Down syndrome. Your support makes a difference in our ability to create meaningful content, enable us to cover production costs, and explore additional opportunities to expand our resources. Become an essential part of The Lucky Few movement today!
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR:
Thank you, Enable SNP for sponsoring this episode!
- 47. Planning for the Future w/Phillip Clark from Enable SNP
- 191. Future Planning for the WHOLE Family - ft. Phillip Clark, Enable SNP
DISCOUNT CODE
Friends, grab your narrative shifting gear over on The Lucky Few Merch Shop and use code LuckyDad for 21% off (through 6/16)!
HELP US SHIFT THE NARRATIVE
Interested in partnering with The Lucky Few Podcast as a sponsor? Email [email protected] for more information!
LET’S CHAT
Email [email protected] with your questions and Good News for future episodes.
Next Episode
262. 45 Years of Advocacy: A Conversation w/ NDSS President Kandi Pickard
We’ve been so grateful to have had the opportunity to collaborate with National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) over the last few years. Today, we’re chatting with Kandi Pickard, the President & CEO of NDSS, and celebrating their 45th Anniversary coming up on June 20th! Kandi is sharing the organization's journey from a support group that has grown into a major policy and advocacy organization, she shares her experience from becoming a volunteer to taking over as President & CEO, and what the future holds for NDSS! We chat about the honor of learning from and advocating alongside self-advocates, and the commitment NDSS has to representing the beauty and diversity of the Down syndrome community. We’re so grateful for the vital work they do to support and create opportunities for the community, tune in and be inspired by Kandi’s dedication and vision for the future of NDSS!
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SHOW NOTES
- Learn more about the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS)
- Find NDSS on Facebook, Instagram, X, Tik Tok, YouTube, and LinkedIn
- Learn more about the history of NDSS
- Learn more about this year’s 30th NYC Buddy Walk
- Learn more about the NDSS Policy Program
- Learn more about ABLE Accounts
- Learn more about this year’s Adult Summit
- Learn more about the first Barbie with Down syndrome
- Download the New And Expectant Parent’s Guide
Check out our past episodes with Kayla McKeon & Charlotte Woodward:
- 17. Self Advocacy - Down Syndrome in DC with Kayla McKeon!
- 92. Politics & Down Syndrome w/Kayla McKeon & Ashley Helsing
- 160. Organ Transplant Discrimination Against People with Disabilities (ft. incredible advocates!)
- 204. Self-Advocates On Capitol Hill w/Kayla McKeon, Matthew Schwab, & Charlotte Woodward
- Check out our episode from last year’s Buddy Walk: 225. NYC Buddy Walk Highlights
- Learn more about the National Down Syndrome Congress (NDSC)
JOIN THE MOVEMENT
Join us in celebrating and supporting The Lucky Few Podcast! For just $0.99, $4.99, or $9.99 a month, you can help us continue shouting worth and shifting narratives for people with Down syndrome. Your support makes a difference in our ability to create meaningful content, enable us to cover production costs, and explore additional opportunities to expand our resources. Become an essential part of The Lucky Few movement today!
DISCOUNT CODE
Friends, grab your narrative shifting gear over on The Lucky Few Merch Shop and use code PODCAST for 10% off!
HELP US SHIFT THE NARRATIVE
Interested in partnering with The Lucky Few Podcast as a sponsor? Email [email protected] for more information!
LET’S CHAT
Email [email protected] with your questions and Good News for future episodes.
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