Special Chronicles Show Podcast

On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast Series: “A Recap of Turin 2025,” Daniel Smrokowski sits down with Grace Payne, Sargent Shriver Global Messenger for Special Olympics, as she reflects on the recently concluded Special Olympics World Winter Games in Turin 2025. Grace shares her incredible journey with Special Olympics and her role as a Global Messenger, offering insight into the impact of these Games on the athletes and the global community. Episode Highlights: Grace shares her journey as a Sargent Shriver Global Messenger, explaining what this prestigious role means to her both personally and professionally. Learn how Grace first became involved with Special Olympics and the milestones of her journey that led her to her current role. Grace talks about the responsibilities of a Global Messenger and the unique opportunities she has had to represent Special Olympics on a global stage. Grace reflects on what made the World Winter Games in Turin special for her, including memorable mo