Sammie Smiles

In this episode Sammie talks with Ethan Hill the founder of Ethan's Heart Bags 4 Blessings. Ethan is an amazing kid that helps the homeless in his community and even has his own trailer to bring around to different places to not only distribute items but to teach as well. Sammie and Ethan were both recently featured on Disney Holiday shows and are both Giving Tuesday Spark Leaders.

It's season 3 of Sammie Smiles podcast and her first guest is Ryan Hickman who was her very first guest on season one! Back for more fun with these 2 friends that care about helping the environment and being goofy too! Sammie and Ryan got to meet in person back in June after being pen pals for over 4 years. They talk about that visit and their tour of Polywood, a company that makes

In this episode Sammie wraps up year 2 and season 2 of Sammie Smiles Podcast! This time you asked the questions and Sammie answers! Find out a little more about what motivates Sammie, best advice given on her podcast and oh yes there is a nice rapid-fire section at the end. 83 episodes so far and season 3 will be here before you know it with even more amazing guests full of inspira

In this episode Sammie talks to Dr. Jen Welter. Dr. Jen is best known for being the first female NFL coach, but she is so much more! She is a sports psychologist and a gold medalist, speaker, an author and does countless other amazing things including her Grrridiron Girls football camps. Find out why it is so important to Dr. Jen to set a good example for girls everywhere and the h

In this inspiring new episode Sammie talks to Brad Montague. Brad is a New York Times bestselling author and illustrator. He was the creator of Kid President, and his work is designed to connect with the hearts of children young and old. He is currently preparing to hit the road to celebrate the release of THE FANTASTIC BUREAU OF IMAGINATION. Brad and Sammie connected about a year

In this episode Sammie talks to fellow book lover and podcast host E Train. E Train has been hosting a podcast called E Train Talks where he interviews Middle Grade Authors. Sammie and him have a lot of fun talking all things books, interviews and other things in between! Find out about his service projects and you can't miss the rapid fire round and what makes E Train smile. Get r

In this episode Sammie talks to New York Times Bestselling author and podcast host Marissa Meyers. Marissa has written multiple best sellers and Sammie is a huge fan of her writing style. They both have being authors and podcast hosts in common. Find out where Marissa gets her inspiration from and her favorite character. You can't miss the rapid fire round full of fun answers. Stay

In this episode on World Juggling Day Sammie talks to Bill Barr. Bill and Sammie met a few years ago at the IJA, International Jugglers Association Convention. Sammie was a guest speaker at the Benefit show and received the first IJA Sammie Vance Youth Achievement award named in her honor. Find out what juggling and service have in common and the impact it has had on Bill and Sammi

In this episode, Sammie talks to Samirah Horton, known by many as DJ Annie Red. She is an award-winning DJ and activist from Brooklyn, NY. Samirah uses her music to spread an anti-bullying message. Sammie and Samirah hold in common: both being authors, recent Kid of the Year finalists, and most importantly, seeing a problem and being willing to do something about it. They talk abou

In this episode Sammie talks to Dr. Mark Daniel, the superintendent of the largest school district in Indiana (Fort Wayne Community Schools) This week marks the end of the school year, but the summer break is only for students. Find out what a superintendent does and why Dr. Daniel loves his role. Sammie and Dr. Daniel talk school, little known parts of the job and of course what m