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S4 E15: A Little Something Extra with Holly and Nate Simon

In this uplifting and joy-filled episode, we sit down with Nate Simon, the CEO and co-founder of…

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S4 E2: A Little Something Extra with The Valentine Brothers (Zachary’s cut)

We couldn’t let the conversation end just yet, so we’re back with the Valentine Brothers! In this extended version of episode 2, it’s the Zach show! We play all his favorite games, do his challenges, and learn all about the brothers! Tune in for a fun-filled ride.

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S4 E2: A Little Something Extra with Patrick, Zachary, and Linda Valentine

We’re thrilled to welcome The Valentine Brothers to A Little Something Extra! This episode is extra special, featuring both the brothers and a special guest appearance from their mom! We dive deep into the world of social media, explore what sparked the creation of The Valentine Brothers, and hear all about their #GenerationG Hero Award…

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S4 E1: A Little Something Extra with Valeriia and Anya

This week we are kicking off season 4 with some familiar faces! We welcome back Valeriia and Anya, but this time as #GenerationG Hero Award recipients! We will hear more about Valeriia and Anya’s incredible story coming to the US from Ukraine, the pivotal moment Anya showed her passion for working out, their passion to…

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S3 E24: A Little Something Extra with Penny Tovar

This week we are joined by the incredible Penny Tovar—a nurse, influencer, and new mom to a beautiful baby girl with Down syndrome. In this episode, Penny shares her emotional journey through the diagnosis, offering an authentic and raw glimpse into her worries, fears, and the deep love she has for her daughter, Amari. She…

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S3 E23: A Little Something Extra with Chad Sorentino

Today, we’re talking with Chad Sorentino—a retired Army vet, GiGi’s Playhouse Ambassador, and fitness coach! After 21 years of service, Chad found his mission in empowering adaptive athletes, especially those with cognitive disabilities. He’s seen firsthand how fitness can overcome hurdles and break barriers. Growing up with a best friend who had disabilities, inclusion has…

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S3 E22: A Little Something Extra with Ashlyn & Jake Burger

We are thrilled to welcome MLB player Jake Burger and his wife and entrepreneur Ashlyn Burger! This October, Ashlyn and Jake joyfully welcomed their baby girl, Penelope, who was born with Down syndrome. With this beautiful addition to their family, Jake became the only active MLB player with a child with Down syndrome. In this…

A Little Something Extraordinary is hosted by GiGi Gianni, the namesake of GiGi’s Playhouse Down Syndrome Achievement Centers, her brother Franco and her mom, Nancy. With 60+ 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 Extraordinary 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 Extraordinary, 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 Extraordinary 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 Extraordinary with Nancy Gianni and The GiGi is now in its third season.

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