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HOST TALK: When AI Crosses the Line

This isn’t just another episode- this is a wake-up call. In our most passionate Host Talk yet, we confront a disturbing trend that’s gone viral: AI deepfakes of women impersonating individuals with Down syndrome—using that image to post suggestive, scandalous content. Let that sink in. This isn’t advocacy. This isn’t funny. And this absolutely isn’t…

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S4 E14: A Little Something Extra with the Monk Family

In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, we sit down with NFL player Jacob Monk for an unforgettable conversation that spans faith, family, and football!  We dive deep into the Monk family story, from the miraculous birth of Jacob’s younger brother, Myles ( who was born in the front seat of a car) to the powerful…

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S4 E13: A Little Something Extra with Carson and Kurc

What if the role of a lifetime found you when you least expected it? In this joyful and behind-the-scenes look at Suits LA, we’re joined by actor Carson A. Egan, who has Down syndrome, and his dad Kurc! Playing Eddie Black, the younger brother of Stephen Amell’s character Ted Black, Carson is stepping into the…

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HOST TALK: How One Book and 13 Ballparks are Inspiring Acceptance

Welcome to our brand-new segment: Host Talk.  This is where we get real. No guests, just us, diving into the issues that matter most, celebrating big wins, and sharing behind-the-scenes moments that don’t always make the highlight reel. It’s about honest conversations, hard truths, and huge hope. From the ballpark to the library, in this…

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S4 E12: A Little Something Extra with Bret and Jack Bowerman

What does it look like when advocacy goes the extra mile…literally? In this powerful and action-driven episode, we’re joined by a remarkable father-son duo who are reshaping the conversation around disability rights and inclusion. Meet Bret and Jack Bowerman—passionate advocates, endurance athletes, and relentless champions for equal employment opportunities for people of all abilities. Bret,…

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S4 E11: A Little Something Extra with Holly Siino & Claire Ramaley

Have you ever wondered how one friendship, or one act of service, can change your life? Whether you’re passionate about inclusion, connected to someone with Down syndrome, or just looking to make a meaningful impact, this episode is for you.  In this inspiring episode, we’re joined by Holly Siino and Claire Ramaley, co-leaders of the…

A Little Something Extra is hosted by GiGi Gianni, the namesake of GiGi’s Playhouse Down Syndrome Achievement Centers, her brother Franco and her mom, Nancy. With 61 GiGi’s Playhouse locations across the country and Mexico they spread a global message of acceptance for all. GiGi’s offers free programs and celebrates everybody's Little Something Extra! This podcast invites others to share their Little Something Extra in hopes of inspiring people to find theirs!!

We all have a little something extra inside of us, and sometimes we don’t even know it’s there! Through A Little Something Extra we want to hear about the forces in people’s lives that drive their passion in hopes that others will be able to find theirs! We’ll get to get to the heart of what makes our guests so inspiring – their superpower – even if they do not feel it within themselves!

Every episode of A Little Something Extra will feature guests, who have accomplished the impossible and have changed the world! Be prepared to find yourself motivated with every installment from a wide range of guests.

Our hope is that we will empower, uplift and motivate our audience with each episode. Our goal is to have viewers and listeners join us in the mission of spreading global acceptance for all!

A Little Something Extra with Nancy Gianni and The GiGi is now in it's second season.

Behind-the-scenes of A Little Something Extra!