The Lucky Few Podcast
Going strong since March 21, 2018

Tune in to the leading podcast on Down syndrome, proudly leading the conversation for 6 years and counting. Join us we work to create a world where differences are embraced and everyone belongs. Since 2018, The Lucky Few Podcast has been a beacon of good news, insightful stories, practical advice and some infectious humor. From navigating IEPs and parenting tips to tackling healthcare and legislative issues, we cover it all.

Heather AVIS

Heather Avis is a New York Times bestselling author, an award winning podcaster, public speaker, and advocate for Down syndrome. She is the founder and Chief Visionary Officer of The Lucky Few, an advocacy organization dedicated to shouting worth, shifting narratives, and creating inclusive spaces where everyone belongs. For over a decade, Heather has led this effort, reimagining what it looks like when we embrace our differences.

Heather’s advocacy journey began in 2008 when she and her husband, Josh, adopted their daughter Macyn, who has Down syndrome. Overcoming initial fears, Heather discovered the profound gift of life with Macyn. She started sharing their story on a blog, which grew into the popular Instagram account @theluckyfewofficial.

Heather lives in Southern California with her husband, their three children, Macyn, Truly, and August, and their two Goldendoodles, Maeby and George Michael. When she's not writing or speaking, Heather enjoys sharing everyday moments with her family, traveling, karaoke and a hosting a good happy hour with her friends.

MERCEDES LARA

Mercedes Lara prides herself on the experiences that we all know we have, and rarely share with honesty. She is known on the show to “do you” as you need to, and always use your intuition to determine whats best for you person with DS. She formerly worked vocationally in the different abilities industry for 10 years, and has recently launched @humanly.tv - a platform for storytelling, conversation, and connection. She is wife to Andy Lara and has three children, Sunflower, Rhodes, and Shepard and might be the most vividly beautiful person you could ever meet.

MICHA BOYETT

Micha Boyett is an author, speaker, and (along with Heather and Mercedes!) an award winning podcaster. Her most recent book is Blessed Are The Rest of Us: How Limits and Longing Make Us Whole, which releases in April 2024 and is available for preorder now. She is also the author of Found: A Story of Questions, Grace, and Everyday Prayer and a contributor to the New York Times bestseller A Rhythm of Prayer, edited by Sarah Bessey. In addition to cohostingThe Lucky Few podcast, she is the creator and host of The Slow Way podcast and letter.

Micha lives with her husband and three children in Northern New Jersey, works part-time as a youth pastor at Good Shepherd Church in New York City, and refuses to put anything but M&Ms in her froyo.