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The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast

Down Syndrome Resource Foundation

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.

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S12 · E7
Yesterday · 1 hr 7 min
Can I Have Your Attention? Down Syndrome + ADHD
On Season 12, Episode 7 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Dr. Chandler Knott gives us the lowdown on Down syndrome and ADHD. 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.
S12 · E6
October 14 · 1 hr 2 min
Clinic Spotlight: The ASHA Kiran Special Needs School
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.
S12 · E5
October 7 · 1 hr 33 min
Supplemental Health: Leucovorin and Vitamin Therapies
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 on Apple Podcasts.
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S12 · E4
September 30 · 45 min
Speaking Out: Self-Advocacy for Students with Down Syndrome
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 review on Apple Podcasts.
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S12 · E3
September 23 · 48 min
Family Spotlight: The Kolomiiets Family
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 Podcasts.
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S12 · E2
September 16 · 1 hr 7 min
The Heart of the Matter: Cardiovascular Issues in Down Syndrome
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 on Apple Podcasts.
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S12 · E1
September 9 · 56 min
Comparison: The Thief of Joy
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.
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August 26 · 1 hr 10 min
Greatest Hits - Keeping Up with Kenzie: The Jameson Family Spotlight
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 DSRF.org. Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts.
August 19 · 1 hr 7 min
Greatest Hits - Clinic Spotlight: The Karachi Down Syndrome Program
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 podcast at DSRF.org. Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts.
August 12 · 51 min
Greatest Hits - Thinking Clearly About Down Syndrome + Alzheimer’s
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 support the podcast at DSRF.org. Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts.
August 5 · 34 min
Greatest Hits - Let’s Get to Work: Down Syndrome Employment
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. 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.
July 29 · 39 min
Greatest Hits - Grieving Together: Helping People with Down Syndrome Cope with Loss
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 the podcast at DSRF.org. Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts.
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July 22 · 1 hr 28 min
Greatest Hits - Express Yourself: Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
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 podcast at DSRF.org. Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts.
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July 15 · 50 min
Greatest Hits - Sweet Dreams: Down Syndrome and Sleep, Part 2
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 more and support the podcast at DSRF.org. Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts.
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July 8 · 1 hr 9 min
Greatest Hits - Sweet Dreams: Down Syndrome and Sleep, Part 1
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 more and support the podcast at DSRF.org. Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts.
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S11 · E11
Nov 12, 2025 · 44 min
John’s Crazy Socks
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.
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S11 · E10
Nov 5, 2025 · 55 min
Facilitated Communication: Navigating the Controversy
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.
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S11 · E9
Oct 29, 2025 · 50 min
Family Spotlight: The Paqeuo Family
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.
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S11 · E8
Oct 22, 2025 · 36 min
Truly Inclusive Childcare
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 Podcasts.
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S11 · E7
Oct 15, 2025 · 48 min
Picture This: Promoting Down Syndrome Visibility
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 review on Apple Podcasts.
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