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The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast

Down Syndrome Resource Foundationdsrf.org
The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast brings a professional perspective on issues facing individuals with Down syndrome and their loved ones. Hosts Marla Folden and Hina Mahmood of the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation welcome North America's leading Down syndrome experts, parents and self-advocates to cover topics from across the lifespan including health, physical and intellectual development, advocacy, employment and much more.
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Episodes

Greatest Hits - Learning and Development in Individuals with Down Syndrome

This summer, we're revisiting some of Hina and Marla's greatest hits from the first 10 seasons of The LowDOWN. This week we go all the way back to the beginning! In the first ever episode of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Dr. Susan Fawcett gives us the lowdown on learning and development in individuals with Down Syndrome. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRF...

Jul 02, 202553 min

Self-Care: Mental Wellness for Parents + Caregivers

On the Season 10 finale of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Dr. Susan Fawcett and a panel of caregivers give us the lowdown on mental wellness for parents and caregivers. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts....

Nov 13, 20241 hr 38 minSeason 10Ep. 10

I Don't Do Disabilities, and Other Lies I've Told Myself

On Season 10, Episode 9 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Adelle Purdham gives us the lowdown on her book, I Don’t Do Disabilities (and Other Lies I’ve Told Myself). Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts....

Nov 06, 202450 minSeason 10Ep. 9

100th Episode Special: Ask Us Anything

On Season 10, Episode 8 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, we celebrate 100 episodes of the LowDOWN and invite you to ask us anything! Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts....

Oct 30, 202453 minSeason 10Ep. 8

Kindred Spirits: Celebrating Down Syndrome Friendship

On Season 10, Episode 7 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Andrea Lee and a panel of young adults give us the lowdown on friendship amongst people with Down syndrome. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts....

Oct 23, 202452 minSeason 10Ep. 7

Family Spotlight: Meet the Bhatnagars

On Season 10, Episode 6 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Kim and Tim Bhatnagar give us the lowdown on life with their son Tommy. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts....

Oct 16, 202453 minSeason 10Ep. 6

Phonics the Right Way

On Season 10, Episode 5 of Judy Mackenzie O'Halloran gives us the lowdown on teaching phonics to learners with Down syndrome. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts....

Oct 09, 20241 hr 4 minSeason 10Ep. 5

Why Doesn't My Kid Talk Yet?

On Season 10, Episode 4 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Marla Folden gives us the lowdown on supporting your child’s speech development. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts....

Oct 02, 20241 hr 12 minSeason 10Ep. 4

Student Spotlight: Andrew Ge + Alec Macinas

On Season 10, Episode 3 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Andrew Gee and Alec Macinas give us the lowdown on their experiences as students with Down syndrome. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts....

Sep 25, 202424 minSeason 10Ep. 3

Down Syndrome in the Era of Climate Change

On Season 10, Episode 2 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Glen Hoos gives us the lowdown on how climate change impacts people with Down syndrome. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts....

Sep 18, 20241 hr 4 minSeason 10Ep. 2

Who Am I? Explaining Down Syndrome to Your Child

On the Season 10 premiere of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Sarah, Craig, and Lynn Shishido give us the lowdown on telling your child that they have Down syndrome. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts....

Sep 11, 202430 minSeason 10Ep. 1

Sleep Tight: Troubleshooting Sleep Problems

On the Season 9 finale of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Hina Mahmood gives us the lowdown on trouble shooting sleep problems. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts....

May 22, 202453 minSeason 9Ep. 10

Martial Artists: Taekwondo and Down Syndrome

On Season 9, Episode 9 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Darryl and Darius Andaya give us the lowdown on taekwondo for people with Down syndrome. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts....

May 15, 202430 minSeason 9Ep. 9

Fun and Games: The Adventures of a Child Life Specialist

On Season 9, Episode 8 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Dawn McKellar gives us the lowdown on her work as a child life specialist. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts....

May 08, 202436 minSeason 9Ep. 8

Oliver: A Student Spotlight

On Season 9, Episode 7 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Oliver Sutherland gives us the lowdown on life as a young adult with Down syndrome. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts....

May 01, 202427 minSeason 9Ep. 7

Balancing Act: Endocrinology and Down Syndrome

On Season 9, Episode 6 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Dr. Natalie Baldauff gives us the lowdown on endocrinology and Down syndrome. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts....

Apr 24, 202452 minSeason 9Ep. 6

The Child Who Never Spoke: 23 ½ Lessons in Fragility

On Season 9, Episode 5 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Christina Nehring gives us the lowdown on her book, The Child Who Never Spoke. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts....

Apr 17, 202449 minSeason 9Ep. 5

Informing is Caring: The Information Practices of Canadian Caregivers

On Season 9, Episode 4 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Kim Humes gives us the lowdown on the information practices of Canadian family caregivers. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts....

Apr 10, 202438 minSeason 9Ep. 4

Beautiful Brynn: The Mathew-Patel Family Spotlight

On Season 9, Episode 3 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, the Mathew-Patel family gives us the lowdown on life with their daughter Brynn. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts....

Apr 03, 202432 minSeason 9Ep. 3

Wise Counsel: Supporting Mental Health in Adults with Down Syndrome

On Season 9, Episode 2 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Abby Rowley and Michele Mattox give us the lowdown on counseling adults with Down syndrome. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts....

Mar 27, 202441 minSeason 9Ep. 2

Smashing Stereotypes: A World Down Syndrome Day Special

On the Season 9 premiere of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Cassidy Fraser and Rebecca Reich, along with their teacher Lizzie Carolan, give us the lowdown on Down syndrome stereotypes. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts....

Mar 21, 202446 minSeason 9Ep. 1

Showcasing Inclusivity: The Making of Chicken

On the Season 8 finale of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Aaron Waddingham, Lucy McNulty, and Emma Pollard give us the lowdown on the making of their award winning film, Chicken. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts....

Nov 15, 202353 minSeason 8Ep. 10

Speeding to Success: The Bruneau Family Spotlight

On Season 8, Episode 9 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, the Bruneau family gives us the lowdown on their Down syndrome journey. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts....

Nov 08, 202345 minSeason 8Ep. 9

It's Complicated: When Down Syndrome Meets Autism

On season 8, episode 8 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Dr. Rebecca Gradzinski and Dr. Heather Hazlett give us the lowdown on autism and Down syndrome. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts....

Nov 01, 20231 hr 22 minSeason 8Ep. 8

Unlocking Independence: Supports for Adults with Down Syndrome

On season 8, episode 7 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Janice Pearson and Glen Hoos give us the lowdown on supports for adults with Down syndrome. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts....

Oct 25, 202354 minSeason 8Ep. 7

Grieving Together: Helping People with Down Syndrome Cope with Loss

On season 8, episode 6 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Rose Reif gives us the lowdown on helping people with Down syndrome process grief. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts....

Oct 18, 202338 minSeason 8Ep. 6

Centre Stage: Improv for People with Down Syndrome

On season 8, episode 5 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Liv Meriano and three performers give us the lowdown on improv for people with Down syndrome. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts....

Oct 11, 202348 minSeason 8Ep. 5

Epilepsy + Down Syndrome

On Season 8, Episode 4 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Dr. Meagen O'Neill and Dr. Nicole Baumer give us the lowdown on epilepsy and Down syndrome. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts....

Oct 04, 20231 hr 3 minSeason 8Ep. 4

Escape Artist: Reining in a Runner

On Season 8, Episode 3 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Sara Peralta and Glen Hoos give us the lowdown on reining in a runner. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts....

Sep 27, 202353 minSeason 8Ep. 3

DSC2U: Down Syndrome Clinic to You

On Season 8, Episode 2 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Dr. Brian Skotko gives us the lowdown on Down Syndrome Clinic to You. Rabih Haddad provides a parent's perspective. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts....

Sep 20, 202359 minSeason 8Ep. 2
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