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Brave in the Attempt
Brave in the Attempt is a podcast sponsored by Special Olympics Nebraska (SONE). Hosted by Special Olympics Nebraska athlete Wyatt Spalding. This podcast is for Special Olympics athletes, coaches, families, fans, volunteers health professionals , anyone with and without a disability, We want to get to know your stories of what you've gone through in your life and how Special Olympics has helped you a long the way.
This podcast is for everybody.
We all face challenges in life.
It's about how we…
Episodes
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Brave in the Attempt Scott Hickle
Scott Hickle proudly represented Special Olympics Nebraska (SONE) at the Special Olympics USA Team Trials in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, competing as a swimmer…
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Brave in the Attempt Max Grimm Adapted training
On this episode we interviewed personal trainer max grim. max got involved with unified sports in high school but impact of helping people with disabilities…
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Brave in the Attempt Neal Mosser
On this episode, we interview Neal Mosser, who was an intern for Special Olympics Nebraska (SONE) this past summer. Neal shares what his experience was like…
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Brave in the Attempt Alex Berry UNL Unified execuctive team
Alex Berry — UNL Unified Executive Team Alex Berry, a member of the UNL Unified executive team, shares his story about how he got involved with Unified Sports…
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Brave in the Attempt Anthony Rubek Finding Purpose Through Special Olympics
In this episode, we sit down with Anthony Rubek, an intern with Special Olympics, to hear about his journey and the experiences that have made his time with…
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Brave in the Attempt Tommy Holleman
Episode Description On this episode, we interview Northern California athlete Tommy Holleman. Tommy had the opportunity this summer to be part of the very…
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Brave in the Attempt Athlete leader David Harkey
In this episode, we interview David Harkey. David shares what it was like growing up and how difficult it was because other kids were often mean to him. His…
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Brave in the Attempt Jane Elam
In this episode, we sit down with Jane Elam, East Regional Director for Special Olympics, to discuss her inspiring journey as the Team Nebraska Track Coach and…
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Brave in the Attempt Athlete congress member Amanda Harrinauth
In this episode, we sit down with Amanda Harrinauth, an athlete leader from Northern California, whose inspiring journey is a testament to resilience…
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Brave in the Attempt Lisa Noble and Haley Waggoner. Athlete Leadership
Haley Waggoner and Lisa Noble discuss the importance of athlete leadership and their roles in leading Athlete Leadership Councils. Lisa Noble is a prominent…
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Brave in the Attempt Drexel Joseph. Building the Special Olympics Sports Network.
Drexel Joseph is building more than a sports network — he’s creating a movement for inclusion, opportunity, and representation across the Caribbean. Inspired…
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Brave in the Attempt Brett Griffiths and Erin Magee. Athlete Congress
Brett Griffiths and Erin Magee two Special Olympic athlete's from Canada were honored to be selected as part of the Athlete Congress connected to the 2027…
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Brave in the Attempt Government Relations in Special Olympics Nebraska
In this episode of "Brave in the Attempt," we explore the inspiring origins of Special Olympics Nebraska's Capitol Hill Day. To tell this story, we've combined…
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Brave in the Attempt Michaela Schenklberg
On this episode of Brave in the Attempt, we interviewed Michaela Schenklberg. Michaela shares her experience in early childhood development and the work she…
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Brave in the Attempt Athletes/ family members Adam and JR Kronberg
On this episode of Brave in the Attempt, we interview Special Olympics athletes Adam and JR Kornberg. JR and Adam share not only the bond of teammates, but…
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Brave in the Attempt Athletes Isaiah Pope and Addie Davis. Heading to USA Games!
Brave in the Attempt Podcast is sharing two powerful interviews with athletes heading to the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games. Meet Isaiah Pope and Addie Davis…
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Athlete Garrett Stipke journey to the 2026 USA games!
On this episode of Brave in the Attempt, Wyatt interviews athlete Garrett Stipke, who shares his journey into tennis and his incredible qualification for the…
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Brave in the Attempt Aaron Drury Athlete leadership
In this episode of "Brave in the Attempt," we have the pleasure of speaking with athlete leader Aaron Drury. Aaron recently completed our athlete leadership…
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Brave in the Attempt Dr Max Kurz
We’re joined by Dr. Max Kurz from Boys Town, who dives into the research he’s conducted on people with disabilities, focusing specifically on cerebral palsy…
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Brave in the Attempt coach Mike Messerole.
Wyatt is joined by Special Olympics swimming coach Mike Messerole, who has dedicated over 30 years to empowering Special Olympics athletes to compete in the…
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Brave in the Attempt Grace Payne Sargent Shriver Global Messenger " Special Olympics is one big family
We are thrilled to be joined by Grace Payne, the Sargent Shriver Global Messenger representing the Special Olympics Asia Pacific Region. Grace opens up about…
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Brave in the Attempt Lou Lauria Chief of Sports and Competition for Special Olympics international
Lou Lauria Chief of Sports and Competition for Special Olympics international joins Brave in the Attempt podcast. Lou grew up in the Bronx’s of New York City…
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Brave in the Attempt Madeline Safrit and Rachel McQuiston. The magic of athlete storytelling
Listen to this amazing episode as Wyatt interviews special Olympics staff members Madeline Safrit and Rachel McQuiston. Madeline Podcast Editorial Manger and…
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Brave in the Attempt ' Athletes Rachel Mulligan and Tiffany Goodmen why its important to live a healthy life style
In this inspiring episode, Special Olympic athletes Rachel Milligan and Tiffany Goodman open up about their personal health journeys. Discover how embracing a…
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Susan Wang Sargent Shriver Global Messenger
Susan has been a Special Olympics athlete since 2011 and participates in alpine skiing, swimming, floor hockey, and track and field with Special Olympics…
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Brave in the Attempt ' Athlete Cindy Hemberger represent SONE at Capital Hill day in Washington DC."
Get to know Special Olympics Nebraska athlete leader Cindy Hemberger! In this two part interview we learn about Cindy's exciting opportunity to go to…
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Shawn Byrne Special Olympics Digital and Social Engagement
Wyatt Interviews Shawn Byrne Management of Digital and Social Media content. Shawn has been involved with special Olympics sense the 1992 law enforcement torch…
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Brave in the Attempt/ Special Chronicles. Wyatt and Daniel to the White House!
Brave in the Attempt podcast is collaborating with the Special Chronicles podcast for this episode. Wyatt and his friend Daniel Smrokowski ( Host of the…
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Nebraska men's basketball coach Fred Hoiberg
Wyatt interviews university of Nebraska men's basketball coach Fred Hoiberg. Coach Hoiberg was a top recruit coming out of High School in Ames Iowa as a…
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Josh Todd Special Olympic Board Member.
Wyatt interviews Special Olympics board member Josh Todd. Sports has always been a part of Josh life. As the director of development and communications for…
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Daniel Smrokowski Using my challenges to Devolve what my passion is."
On this episode of of Brave in the Attempt Wyatt Interviews Special Olympic Illinois athlete Daniel Smrokwski. Daniel is know for successful podcast ( Special…
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Loretta Claiborne Chief Inspiration Officer and Special Olympics athlete.
Wyatt interviews Chief Inspiration Officer and Special Olympics athlete Loretta Claiborne. Loretta grew up in York Pennsylvania. Loretta mother told her that…
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Chief Health Officer of Special Olympics Dimitri Christakis
Wyatt interviews Chief Health Officer of Special Olympics Dimitri Christakis. In Dimitri's early life he grew up in Greece and then moved to united states when…
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Special Olympics Board Member UNMC Sarah Smith
Wyatt Interviews Special Olympics Nebraska's Board Member Sarah Smith. Sarah grew up in Omaha Nebraska. Sarah talks about her time in medical school at…
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Healthy Hearing Clinical Director Kelly Pritchett
Wyatt Interviews Healthy Hearing Clinical Director Kelly Pritchett. Kelly Volunteers for Special Olympics health screenings. She is also a part of the Special…
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Fremont Speical Olympics coach Cory Piercy
Wyatt interviews his former Special Olympics coach Cory Piercy. Wyatt played for Cory for 15 seasons. Cory coaches many Special Olympics sports in the Fremont…
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RJ Nealon "The One Handed Bandit" Speical Olympics North America sports Journalist
On this episode of Brave in the Attempt Wyatt interviews RJ Nealon. RJ who is a Sports Journalist for Special Olympics North America and a Jujitsu adaptive…
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Independent provider Sarah Burch. "In the community with people I like to hangout with"!
Wyatt interviews Independent provider Sarah Burch. Sarah was hired to run a day camp for kids with and without disabilities watching them all play games…
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Rob Reed. Why you should employ people with a disabilities.
On this episode Wyatt interviews job coach Rob Reed. Rob has been job coach for people with disabilities for over 20 years. Rob and Wyatt talk about the…
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Brave in the Attempt EP 11 Creighton University Dietitian Megan Hall
On this episode of Brave in the Attempt Wyatt interviews Creighton University dietitian Megan Hall. Megan shares what it was like her playing sports growing…
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Brave in the Attempt EP10 Physical Rehabilitation Brad Corr Adapting to the Challenge.
On this episode Wyatt interviews Associate Director, Physical Rehabilitation, Center Human Performance Optimization Laboratory at Boys Town Brad Corr. Brad…
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Brave in the Attempt Ep 9 Healthy tips on running!! Add running to your everyday workout!
Wyatt talks with twin brother Weston Spalding . They talk about the import ant's of running. How when you play sports you have stay in shape constantly. The…
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Brave in the Attempt Ep 8 Omaha police Commissioner Todd Schmaderer
Wyatt interviews Omaha police Commissioner Schmaderer. Omaha police department has been a big part of special Olympics Nebraska, from the torch run they do…
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Brave in the Attempt Ep7 Special Olympics Chairman Tim Shriver. 'Nobody gets cut from the team"
On this episode Wyatt interviews Chairman of Special Olympics Tim Shriver! Tim shares his love of sports growing up from being a big Boston Red sox's fan to…
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Brave in the Attempt Ep6 Your Disability does not define you!
On this episode Wyatt talks about how having a disability is not something you want to have in life. Wyatt shares some of his life experiences of having to…
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Brave in the Attempt Ep5 Rachel Mulligan. Special Olympics Powerlifter and all around athlete!.
Brave in the Attempt podcast is happy to have Special Olympics Athlete Rachel Mulligan on the show. Having a developmental disability and a fine motor skill…
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Brave in the Attempt EP4 Wes Spalding Unified generation
On this Episode of Brave in the Attempt Wyatt interviews his twin brother Weston Spalding. Wyatt and Wes have played Unified basketball and flag football…
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Brave in the Attempt EP3 Logan Burke " The Able body world should be adapting to us"
On this episode of Wyatt Interviews his friend Logan Burke. Logan and Wyatt share serval things in common. But the one thing they have most in common is they…
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Brave in the Attempt Ep2 We are not a Participation Trophy
Wyatt talk's about how Special Olympics athlete's take their sporting competition's seriously. Yes the athlete are out their to have fun. But just like any…
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Brave in the Attempt EP1
Brave in the Attempt is a podcast sponsored by Special Olympics Nebraska (SONE). Hosted by Special Olympics Nebraska athlete Wyatt Spalding. This podcast is…