Down Syndrome Resource Foundation

The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast

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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.

Be sure to visit the podcast's website and support the creator: DSRF.org

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Down Syndrome Resource Foundation

Episodes

Clinic Spotlight: The ASHA Kiran Special Needs School 14.10.2026 1:02:41

On Season 12, Episode 6 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Rita James gives us the lowdown on the ASHA Kiran Special Needs School. 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...

Supplemental Health: Leucovorin and Vitamin Therapies 07.10.2026 1:33:29

On Season 12, Episode 5 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Noemi Spinazzi gives us the lowdown on supplemental health 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...

Speaking Out: Self-Advocacy for Students with Down Syndrome 30.09.2026 45:49

On Season 12, Episode 4 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Madeleine Schneider and Tiana Kirkegaard give us the lowdown on DSRF’s Speaking Out Program. 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 rev...

Family Spotlight: The Kolomiiets Family 23.09.2026 48:17

On Season 12, Episode 3 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, the Kolomiiets family gives us the lowdown on life with their daughter Mia. 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 Podc...

The Heart of the Matter: Cardiovascular Issues in Down Syndrome 16.09.2026 1:07:53

On Season 12, Episode 2 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Dr. Tessa Hilgenkamp gives us the lowdown on heart problems in 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...

Comparison: The Thief of Joy 09.09.2026 56:21

On the Season 12 premiere of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Christine Hoos gives us the lowdown on comparison: the thief of joy. 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.

Greatest Hits - Keeping Up with Kenzie: The Jameson Family Spotlight 26.08.2026 1:10:39

This summer, we're revisiting some of Hina and Marla's greatest hits from the first 11 seasons of The LowDOWN. On Season 7, Episode 6 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Katie Jameson gives us the lowdown on life with her daughter Kenzie. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at...

Greatest Hits - Clinic Spotlight: The Karachi Down Syndrome Program 19.08.2026 1:07:49

This summer, we're revisiting some of Hina and Marla's greatest hits from the first 11 seasons of The LowDOWN. On Season 11, Episode 4 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Tabish Shazad gives us the lowdown on the Karachi Down Syndrome Program. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcas...

Greatest Hits - Thinking Clearly About Down Syndrome + Alzheimer’s 12.08.2026 51:57

This summer, we're revisiting some of Hina and Marla's greatest hits from the first 11 seasons of The LowDOWN. On Season 7, Episode 7 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Dr. Elizabeth Head gives us the lowdown on Down syndrome and Alzheimer's disease. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and suppo...

Greatest Hits - Let’s Get to Work: Down Syndrome Employment 05.08.2026 34:52

This summer, we're revisiting some of Hina and Marla's greatest hits from the first 11 seasons of The LowDOWN. On Season 6, Episode 6 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Jason Konowalchuk and Aja Masters give us the lowdown on finding a job as a person with Down syndrome. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Lear...

Greatest Hits - Grieving Together: Helping People with Down Syndrome Cope with Loss 29.07.2026 39:16

This summer, we're revisiting some of Hina and Marla's greatest hits from the first 11 seasons of The LowDOWN. 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 t...

Greatest Hits - Express Yourself: Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) 22.07.2026 1:28:37

This summer, we're revisiting some of Hina and Marla's greatest hits from the first 11 seasons of The LowDOWN. On Season 4, Episode 7 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Riley Rosebush and Marie-Elise Marcoux give us the lowdown on AAC communication. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the...

Greatest Hits - Sweet Dreams: Down Syndrome and Sleep, Part 2 15.07.2026 50:05

This summer, we're revisiting some of Hina and Marla's greatest hits from the first 11 seasons of The LowDOWN. On Season 2, Episode 4 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Dr. Rafael Pelayo gives us the lowdown on sleep issues for people with Down syndrome. (part 2 of 2) Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn m...

Greatest Hits - Sweet Dreams: Down Syndrome and Sleep, Part 1 08.07.2026 1:08:35

This summer, we're revisiting some of Hina and Marla's greatest hits from the first 11 seasons of The LowDOWN. On Season 2, Episode 3 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast , Dr. Rafael Pelayo gives us the lowdown on sleep issues for people with Down syndrome. (part 1 of 2) Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn...

John’s Crazy Socks 12.11.2025 43:21

On the Season 11 finale of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, John and Mark Cronin give us the lowdown on John’s Crazy Socks. 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.

Facilitated Communication: Navigating the Controversy 05.11.2025 54:30

On Season 11, Episode 10 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Cassandra Cowie gives us the lowdown on facilitated communication. 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.

Family Spotlight: The Paqeuo Family 29.10.2025 49:06

On Season 11, Episode 9 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Sarah and Carlo Paqueo give us the lowdown on life with their son Ronin. 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...

Truly Inclusive Childcare 22.10.2025 35:02

On Season 11, Episode 8 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Eleni Bakolias gives us the lowdown on providing truly inclusive childcare. 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 Podca...

Picture This: Promoting Down Syndrome Visibility 15.10.2025 47:10

On Season 11, Episode 7 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Hilary Gauld gives us the lowdown on promoting Down syndrome visibility through photography. 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 revi...

Supporting Latin Families 08.10.2025 31:25

On Season 11, Episode 6 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Jeni Carcamo and Ana Lazcano give us the lowdown on supporting Latin Down syndrome families. 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 revi...

Friendship and Psychological Well-Being for Children with Down Syndrome 01.10.2025 39:32

On Season 11, Episode 5 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Kailey and Sam DeLucry give us the lowdown on friendship and psychological well-being for children 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 ....

Clinic Spotlight: The Karachi Down Syndrome Program 24.09.2025 1:06:30

On Season 11, Episode 4 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Tabish Shazad gives us the lowdown on the Karachi Down Syndrome Program. 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...

Down Syndrome Out Loud 17.09.2025 39:43

On Season 11, Episode 3 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Karen Gaffney, Zack Gottsagen, Charlotte Woodward, and Melissa Hart give us the lowdown on Down Syndrome Out Loud. 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 . Leav...

Becoming Brave Together 10.09.2025 46:00

On Season 11, Episode 2 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Jessica Patay gives us the lowdown on becoming brave together. 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.

Supporting Children in the Preschool Years 03.09.2025 54:17

On the Season 11 premiere of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Rachel Okazaki gives us the lowdown on supporting children with Down syndrome in the preschool years. 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 rati...