Audrey Presby
Audrey is a powerhouse of creativity, compassion, and confidence. At just 21 years old, she’s already made her mark as an actor, model, podcast host, public speaker, and fierce self-advocate. Now in her second year of college, Audrey is studying drama and communications, honing her skills, and preparing to take her storytelling to the next level. Audrey’s passion for connection and inclusion shines through everything she does—from leading conversations on the podcast to her role on the Junior Board of Building Futures and Friendships (BFF). Off the stage, Audrey is a creative soul who loves photography, art, travel, working out, dancing, making art, and curling up with a good book.
Jeremy Fraser
Jeremy is a passionate advocate, mentor, and difference-maker dedicated to building confidence, inclusion, and community, using his work with Down for Dance and SoCal Surf Therapy to empower others through movement and connection. He’s also an actor, with several creative project credits including a nationwide AT&T commercial. He serves on the board of Club 21, is a West Coast Ambassador for A Walk on Water, and volunteers at RAD Camp. When he’s not speaking or mentoring, Jeremy loves working out, concerts, video games, and spending time with friends.
Episode 13: Alzheimer's Research with Dr. Christy Hom and Eric Doran from UC Irvine (6/21/25)
Did you know that people with Down syndrome are crucial to Alzheimer's research? We spoke to two incredible people about the wonderful work they're doing to help find a cure for not just people with Down syndrome but everyone around the world with Alzheimer's. We've known Dr. Christy Hom and Eric Doran for a while because we're participants in the study and we can't wait for you to learn more about it! Listen now and Save the Date for Sunday, September 21 if you're in Irvine, California for the UCI Down Syndrome Showcase!!
Learn more about Dr. Christy Hom and Eric Doran here: https://cfar-ds.uci.edu/
Call Eric Doran: (714) 456-8443
Email Eric Doran: edoran@hs.uci.edu
Episode 12: The latest on Medicaid with Anna Fedewa from NDSS (6/3/25)
Episode 10: National Down Syndrome Society Advocacy Conference Recap (5/6/25)
Episode 12: The latest on Medicaid with Anna Fedewa from NDSS (6/3/25)
We have so many questions about what's going on right now with Medicaid in Washington D.C. and we're so lucky we got to catch up with our friend Anna Fedewa from the National Down Syndrome Society because she was able to walk us through the very latest yesterday about what's happening today in the Senate. She is the Senior Manager of Government Relations and directs NDSS’s work to influence federal, state and local policies and regulations that impact people with Down syndrome. Don't miss this really important episode with a special appearance from Charlotte Woodward talking about Charlotte's Bill about Organ Transplant Discrimination Prevention!
https://ndss.org/ndss-action-alerts
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Episode 11: Flow Surf Academy with John + Kim Murphy (5/21/25)
Episode 10: National Down Syndrome Society Advocacy Conference Recap (5/6/25)
Episode 12: The latest on Medicaid with Anna Fedewa from NDSS (6/3/25)
We sat with our friends John and Kim from FLOW aka For Love Of Waves - this surf academy strives to introduce surfing to those who need it most! Surfing is a powerful tool for overcoming life’s challenges, and Flow aims to share this life-changing experience with everyone. Tune in now and hear about how you can be part of an Ohana Surf Day this summer - as an athlete, volunteer or supporter - it'll definitely be one of your favorite days ever!
https://www.flowsurfacademy.org/
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Episode 10: National Down Syndrome Society Advocacy Conference Recap (5/6/25)
Episode 10: National Down Syndrome Society Advocacy Conference Recap (5/6/25)
Episode 9: Mother's Day w/ Carissa + Lisa from Jack's Basket & Misty from Happiness is Down Syndrome
It was only a week ago we walked the halls of the U.S. Capitol and were heard by our Representatives. Check out this special episode recapping our trip to Washington, D.C. and head over to www.ndss.org now to find out how you can help take action with the National Down Syndrome Society to protect Medicaid!
Episode 9: Mother's Day w/ Carissa + Lisa from Jack's Basket & Misty from Happiness is Down Syndrome
Episode 9: Mother's Day w/ Carissa + Lisa from Jack's Basket & Misty from Happiness is Down Syndrome
Episode 9: Mother's Day w/ Carissa + Lisa from Jack's Basket & Misty from Happiness is Down Syndrome
We’re celebrating moms on this episode!! We welcome Carissa Carroll and Lisa Nevin from Jack’s Basket and Misty Coy Snyder from Happiness is Down Syndrome + RODS Heroes. You don’t want to miss this beautiful conversation between wonderful mothers to young children with Down syndrome and our hosts Audrey and Jeremy!
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Episode 8: Ruby's Rainbow with Liz + Ruby Plachta (4/21/25)
Episode 9: Mother's Day w/ Carissa + Lisa from Jack's Basket & Misty from Happiness is Down Syndrome
Episode 8: Ruby's Rainbow with Liz + Ruby Plachta (4/21/25)
When Liz's daughter, Ruby, was born rockin' an extra chromosome, Liz knew she wanted the world to see the strength, capability and determination she saw in her and in 2012 she co-founded Ruby's Rainbow which is dedicated to granting scholarships to students with Down syndrome - empowering them to pursue higher education and independence. Under Liz's leadership, Ruby's Rainbow has granted 883 scholarships totaling over $3.25 million showcasing the incredible capabilities of those rocking that extra chromosome. We are so fortunate to have each been Rockin' Recipients and are very excited to catch up with our friends Liz and Ruby!!
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Episode 7: BC Adaptive Fitness with Brad Clark (4/3/25)
Episode 9: Mother's Day w/ Carissa + Lisa from Jack's Basket & Misty from Happiness is Down Syndrome
Episode 8: Ruby's Rainbow with Liz + Ruby Plachta (4/21/25)
Our longtime friend, Brad Clark, from BC Adaptive Fitness told us about how he provides fitness for people with all abilities in an all-inclusive setting through online and in-person training! We LOVE working out with him and his team!!
https://www.bcadaptivefitness.com/
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Episode 6: Birthmark Society with Adrian Quebengco (4/3/25)
Episode 4: Children's Book Illustrator from Fancy Nancy with Robin Glasser (3/3/25)
Episode 6: Birthmark Society with Adrian Quebengco (4/3/25)
We were meant to meet Adrian Quebengco from Birthmark Society Apparel Company randomly at the store. He is SO cool and working to reduce the stigma associated with having a vascular birthmark and show that birthmarks are dope! So thankful for our new friend!!
https://birthmarksocietyapparelcompany.com/
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Episode 5: World Down Syndrome Day! (3/21/25)
Episode 4: Children's Book Illustrator from Fancy Nancy with Robin Glasser (3/3/25)
Episode 6: Birthmark Society with Adrian Quebengco (4/3/25)
Audrey and Jeremy have a cool chat with their friend Carolina. We talk all things Down Syndrome for World Down syndrome Day and hope you like it! Let us know what you think!!
https://www.worlddownsyndromeday.org/
Episode 4: Children's Book Illustrator from Fancy Nancy with Robin Glasser (3/3/25)
Episode 4: Children's Book Illustrator from Fancy Nancy with Robin Glasser (3/3/25)
Episode 4: Children's Book Illustrator from Fancy Nancy with Robin Glasser (3/3/25)
We chatted with Robin Glasser who has known Audrey since she was 5 years old! Robin is an incredible children's book illustrator known for her work on the Fancy Nancy series and she told us all about what goes into getting a book made, her career in ballet as well as her awesome visit to the White House when she met Joe Biden. Thank you for hanging out with us, Robin!
https://www.fancynancyworld.com/
Episode 3: MTV with Brenda Antonio + Lindsay Kulik (2/21/25)
Episode 1: RAD Camp with Katie Webb Brundige + Meghan Clem (1/21/25)
Episode 4: Children's Book Illustrator from Fancy Nancy with Robin Glasser (3/3/25)
We got to talk to Brenda + Lindsay who are executives at MTV and hear all about their really cool jobs! From working on awards shows and with all of the biggest celebrities, we learned about some of the programs they collaborate on and we even got to do something really cool at the end of the episode!
Episode 2: F45 Training with Cristina Chan (2/3/25)
Episode 1: RAD Camp with Katie Webb Brundige + Meghan Clem (1/21/25)
Episode 1: RAD Camp with Katie Webb Brundige + Meghan Clem (1/21/25)
Our amazing friend Cristina stopped by the studio to tell us more about F45 Training and how she is a Global Recovery Athlete and gets to travel all around the world! We also discuss surf therapy and how she and Jeremy first met at a surf camp. Tune in now and learn more about how F45 is for EVERYONE!
Episode 1: RAD Camp with Katie Webb Brundige + Meghan Clem (1/21/25)
Episode 1: RAD Camp with Katie Webb Brundige + Meghan Clem (1/21/25)
Episode 1: RAD Camp with Katie Webb Brundige + Meghan Clem (1/21/25)
We got to sit with Katie and Meghan from RAD Camp for our first episode!! Watch and check out this amazing camp - Rising Above Disabilities! They offer awesome programs and camps for adults and children with developmental disabilities, much-deserved respite for their caregivers, and a life-changing volunteer experience for the local community.
