Meaningful Conversations: Tim & Maria Shriver

Tim & Maria Shriver sitting next to one another at a table with two mics in front of them. — Tim & Maria Shriver recording the “Meaningful Conversations” podcast

Special Olympics Chairman, Tim Shriver joins his sister, Maria Shriver, as a special guest on her podcast “Meaningful Conversations.” Tim and Maria sit down for a thought-provoking one-on-one conversation about inclusion, community, and how we can work to bring our country together. The latest episode of “Meaningful Conversations” featuring Tim Shriver will be available Monday, March 18^th on iTunes. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to hear the episode.

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