The Starry-Eyed Podcast

Ep 79 - Making a Home with Martha Maier, Jeff Isensee, and Phil Isensee

Happy New Year from your favorite pod fam!
While Jen is getting an internet upgrade, Producer Joel joins Brendan to hear about the challenges that come with trying to find proper living arrangements for an adult with WS. While it took some time and trials and errors to find what works for Jeff Isensee, the end result seems to be a great fit for him, Martha Maier and Phil Isensee. It's a great reminder that a housing search for a person with WS isn't just about finding 4 walls, it's about creating a home.
 
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Ep 78 - Closing it out with Sophia Napoli

Queen Crouton herself has returned! This week we're joined by our good friend Sophia Napoli. If you think she's become more tame since her last appearance - not a chance! Her passion and desire to impact change on the world is the perfect way to close out 2025 and get excited for 2026!
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Ep 77 - All In & No Pay with Darcie Wolfe

This week the pod is joined by volunteer extraordinaire Darcie Wolfe. She took a chance on volunteering at Camp Blue Skies with her husband's cousin and has become a fixture of our adult community. Hear just how easy it is to step up and volunteer and maybe you can join her (and many other volunteers) at future WSA events!
This episode is brought to you by Innersense Organic Beauty.
Shop Innersense using this link https://tidd.ly/47mWg4F and when you complete a purchase after clicking, WSA earns 35% commission during the holidays through 1/2/2026. Plus if you haven't purchased from Innersense before, use code WSA15 to save 15% on first purchases.
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Ep 76 - Wired for Connection with Nicole Courtney

This week the gang welcomes Nicole Courtney for a lively look at what really happens when adults with WS get together at conventions, camps, or other rendezvous. Friendships grow fast, inside jokes spread, and yes, there may be a little extra interest when two people “step out for some fresh air” at the same time.
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Ep 75 - Sandwiching with Catherine Warden

This week, Jen and Brendan welcome Catherine Warden, who has taken over as primary caregiver to her brother Glenn. Catherine gives us and unflinching and honest look at the joys and frustrations of caring for your sibling while also taking care of an aging parent. She also shares how much she and Glenn have changed since discovering other older adults with WS and caregivers a bit later in life.
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New episodes every Tuesday. Video available on the WSA page on YouTube and The Starry-Eyed Podcast page on Facebook. Audio version available on a podcast platforms.

Ep 74 - Riding the Rails with Meg Kidulas

This week’s guest is Meg Kidulas from Holland, MI! When she isn’t showing her engine-uity in grad school or chugging along at work, she’s blowing off steam and riding the rails every chance she gets. We’ve had guests before who find trains a-track-tive, but Meg takes it to a whole new loco level. She shares her b-rail-liant adventures, her car-load of favorite routes, and why nothing keeps her on track quite like the rhythm of the rails. All aboard for this first-class conversation.
This episode is sponsored by Innersense Organic Beauty
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Ep 73 - Let's Include...Carly with Carly Oberle

This week on the pod we talk to Carly Oberle who founded the organization "Let's Include Landon" with the intent to create opportunities to bring children & teens with and without disabilities together. What started as a way to promote inclusivity in sports (a mission that still goes on) for both Landon (10 WS) and Austen (7), has grown into something so much more. It's truly a story of community building and embracing what makes us different to create an experience so much more beneficial than just competition. Find out more at www.letsincludelandon.org. 
Here is the shirt referenced in the show: 
As always, this episode is sponsored by Innersense Organic Beauty. 
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Ep 72 - Unlearning the Norms with Renie Zitomer

This week, Jen and Brendan are joined by Renie Zitomer. She is the younger sister to Stu Zitomer (WS) and gives us a wonderfully frank look at what it's like to live with (and be primary caregiver to) your brother. From romantic relationships to private time to realizing that things just might be okay, Renie is a fantastic guide in seeing what it is like to live with someone who, as Brendan puts it, is "atrociously social."
This episode is sponsored by Innersense Organic Beauty.
Shop Innersense using this link https://tidd.ly/47mWg4F and when you complete a purchase after clicking, WSA earns 35% commission during the holidays through 1/2/2026. Plus if you haven't purchased from Innersense before, use code WSA15 to save 15% on first purchases.

Ep 71 - Kitty Kat Katie Boland

This week Jen and Brendan are joined by Katie Boland. Along with her brother, Sam, Katie is a usual fixture at WSA Camp working with kiddos and foster a love of music! In addition to camp and music, Katie also talks about her experience going to college and some of the aspirations she has as she continues into adulthood.
This episode is sponsored by Innersense Organic Beauty.
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Use promo code MORGAN15 to get 15% off your first purchase!

Ep 70 - Convention's Coming! with Sarah Schaefer

Joining the show is Sarah Schaefer, WSA Executive Director, to talk about the upcoming WSA International Convention in July 2026! 
UPDATE: We know many of you planning to attend the 2026 WSA Convention in Buffalo are eager to book your hotel rooms. We had hoped to receive final clearance from our hotel partners by  November 5, but uncertainties about construction plans and the room block at one of our primary hotels have caused a delay. We will let you know as soon as we can when you can begin booking your rooms. Thank you for your patience—we can’t wait to kick off an unforgettable convention in Buffalo!
Remember to go to williams-syndrome.org/convention to see all the latest information.
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As always, this episode is sponsored by Innersense Organic Beauty.
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Also use promo code MORGAN15 to get 15% off your first purchase!