A podcast by atypical people looking at the world from a different point of view. Primarily neurodivergent, but we also have a scattering of LGBTQ+ people and thoughts. New episode every fortnight!
Send us a textWhat happens when a psychologist tries to do philosophy? Usually nothing good. Happily, we have a philosopher on hand to explain why this is not a good idea. Join Simon as Alexander dives in Simon Baron-Cohen's book "Zero Degrees of Empathy" and explains that, actually, autistic people can be empathetic. As ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments. Have a topic you would like us to cover, or do you fancy joining us for a natter, maybe tell us about your area of interest or expertise and share these things with everyone. We would also recommend our friend The Autistic Women for another great view on living with autism and our friends at the All Bets are Off podcast who cover addiction.
Send us a textSimon has been reading again, this time a paper on autistic and non-autistic rapport: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/epub/10.1177/13623613251320444 Simon also makes reference to another paper https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/13623613241252320 Do check them both out. More episodes soon and with more than just Simon rambling into a microphone in some sort of avant-garde expressionist *a single shot rings out*As ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments. Have a topic you would like us to cover, or do you fancy joining us for a natter, maybe tell us about your area of interest or expertise and share these things with everyone. We would also recommend our friend The Autistic Women for another great view on living with autism and our friends at the All Bets are Off podcast who cover addiction.
Send us a textJoin Simon, returning champion Georgia and guest Susie as Georgia tells us all about doing FoI requests for every NHS trust in England and the astonishing results she found about autism and support. Links:Not A Priority report: https://www.autistica.org.uk/blog/not-a-priority Guardian coverage: https://www.theguardian.com/society/2024/oct/27/positive-assessment-rates-for-autism-vary-widely-between-parts-of-england Most recent NHS England autism statistics: https://digital.nhs.uk/data-and-information/publications/statistical/autism-statistics/january-2024-to-december-2024 Live ND: https://www.brunel.ac.uk/research/projects/livend-live-music-inclusion-at-venues-and-events-for-neurodivergent-people My blog on the Live ND launch event: https://www.autistica.org.uk/blog/live-from-livend LSE report on economic case for prioritising autism: https://www.lse.ac.uk/News/Latest-news-from-LSE/2025/a-January-25/investment-in-services-for-autistic-individuals-will-create-economic-social-opportunities-UKFollow Georgia @mindtheflap on socials and Susie @puddleuddle as well. Do not perceive Simon, it's probably for the best.As ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments. Have a topic you would like us to cover, or do you fancy joining us for a natter, maybe tell us about your area of interest or expertise and share these things with everyone. We would also recommend our friend The Autistic Women for another great view on living with autism and our friends at the All Bets are Off podcast who cover addiction.
Send us a textA mere two weeks late... Look, I got distracted ok?Anyway, Simon is joined once again by Filip and Sam and we take a *very* ADHD ramble through new years resolutions, how to complete a project, domestic bliss and gamifying your own life (Horse armour DLC extra). For more Filip find him on BSky at @ftw.bsky.social and Simon can be found at @simon.insanity.tube We have yet to tempt Sam over to the butterflies. As ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments. Have a topic you would like us to cover, or do you fancy joining us for a natter, maybe tell us about your area of interest or expertise and share these things with everyone. We would also recommend our friend The Autistic Women for another great view on living with autism and our friends at the All Bets are Off podcast who cover addiction.
Send us a textJoin Simon, Filip and Georgia as we consider Christmas, a quick discussion of where it came from and the modern experience for neurodivergent people. The answer is lists, quiet spaces, lists, think about the food, lists and of course lists. Oh and the Roman Empire.Find more Georgia and Filip here:Filip on BSky https://bsky.app/profile/ftw.bsky.social "Filip Wieland" artist profile on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5YSDEDMFMVaSTfFHdTzxCB?si=3UjhDN_4SXWm5IEkU922Pw Cruising through Doom's Day: https://cruisingthroughdoomsday.podbean.com/Georgia on BSky https://bsky.app/profile/mindtheflap.bsky.socialGalactic Yo-yo: https://soundcloud.com/user-86410751/doctorautisticFinally, the excellent Autistica report on autism waiting times: https://www.autistica.org.uk/blog/not-a-priority Give it a read, we will probably do an episode on it soon.As ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments. Have a topic you would like us to cover, or do you fancy joining us for a natter, maybe tell us about your area of interest or expertise and share these things with everyone. We would also recommend our friend The Autistic Women for another great view on living with autism and our friends at the All Bets are Off podcast who cover addiction.
Send us a textWell it's the 3rd of December so join Alexander and Simon for a brief* discussion of disability and what it means in society. *Brief means don't check the timestamps. As ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments. Have a topic you would like us to cover, or do you fancy joining us for a natter, maybe tell us about your area of interest or expertise and share these things with everyone. We would also recommend our friend The Autistic Women for another great view on living with autism and our friends at the All Bets are Off podcast who cover addiction.
Send us a textjoin the gang as we discuss the late Steve Silberman, his impact on neurodiversity education and on being a record producer and mega fan for the Grateful Dead. He will be missed and music used under fair use in hour of a man who meant a lot to both the ND community and the Greateful Dead community. As ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments. Have a topic you would like us to cover, or do you fancy joining us for a natter, maybe tell us about your area of interest or expertise and share these things with everyone. We would also recommend our friend The Autistic Women for another great view on living with autism and our friends at the All Bets are Off podcast who cover addiction.
Send us a Text Message.Join Simon and Alexander as they slowly loose their minds watching the 2021 film "Music" by Sia. A film apparently about a non-verbal, autistic girl but mostly about Sia and a childrens book author trying to write a clumsy romance story.Strap in.As ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments. Have a topic you would like us to cover, or do you fancy joining us for a natter, maybe tell us about your area of interest or expertise and share these things with everyone. We would also recommend our friend The Autistic Women for another great view on living with autism and our friends at the All Bets are Off podcast who cover addiction.
Send us a Text Message.It's that time of the week/month/phase of the moons of Jupiter again when Simon actually gets round to delivering on a podcast. This week we talk about International Non-Binary Peoples Day and the neuroqueer theories with roots in the work of Nick Walker. Their book, Neuroqueer Heresies, is well worth a read or listen.I'd also suggest both Abi Thorn and Alexander Avila videos on both Juith Butler and gender in general. As ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments. Have a topic you would like us to cover, or do you fancy joining us for a natter, maybe tell us about your area of interest or expertise and share these things with everyone. We would also recommend our friend The Autistic Women for another great view on living with autism and our friends at the All Bets are Off podcast who cover addiction.
Send us a Text Message.Simon is joined this week by Georgia (@mind the flap) to discuss Autism Pride Day, masking and some of the work she is doing on autism campaigning and chasing the rather reticent British government to actually deliver on it's promises!Follow Georgia on social media or via her blog at https://mindtheflap.wordpress.com/ As ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments. Have a topic you would like us to cover, or do you fancy joining us for a natter, maybe tell us about your area of interest or expertise and share these things with everyone. We would also recommend our friend The Autistic Women for another great view on living with autism and our friends at the All Bets are Off podcast who cover addiction.
Send us a Text Message.Join Simon as this week we explore the concept of post festival slump, that crash you get after a great event. Fresh from only their second ever paying attendance at a festival, Simon explores some of the highs and lows of the festival and gives some tips of recovering afterwards. This is an expanded and deeper dive into these concepts, building on a subject we have spoken about before. Some of the sources used include:Festivals, Identities, and BelongingDisparate Emotions as Expressions of Well-Being: Impact of Festival Participation from the Participants' Subjective ViewThe Impact of Music Festival Attendance on Young People's Psychological and Social Well-beingPutting the Boom, Boom, Boom into Physical Activity and Health: Music Festivals as a Positive Health Alternative to Couch FandomA Sociologist Explains Why You Get Depressed After FestivalsEmotional processes, collective behavior, and social movements: A meta-analytic review of collective effervescence outcomes during collective gatherings and demonstrationsAs ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments. Have a topic you would like us to cover, or do you fancy joining us for a natter, maybe tell us about your area of interest or expertise and share these things with everyone. We would also recommend our friend The Autistic Women for another great view on living with autism and our friends at the All Bets are Off podcast who cover addiction.
Send us a Text Message.Simon returns with another paper of interest and only a mild case of crushing guilt at loosing an entire episode and having an existential impostor syndrome driven personal crisis. Yay autism.Which is todays topic, can a fish have autism and if so, what does that tell us about people, dopamine and our own development. Papers as ever:https://ajp.amjpathol.org/action/showPdf?pii=S0002-9440%2824%2900086-5https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/aur.3146https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38767699/https://theconversation.com/why-autistic-people-must-be-at-the-heart-of-autism-research-228543 As ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments. Have a topic you would like us to cover, or do you fancy joining us for a natter, maybe tell us about your area of interest or expertise and share these things with everyone. We would also recommend our friend The Autistic Women for another great view on living with autism and our friends at the All Bets are Off podcast who cover addiction.
This week, join Simon on a deep dive through time into the evolution and possible origins of neurodiversity. From the ancient wisdom of neurodivergent shamans to the brilliant minds of Einstein, Darwin, and van Gogh, we'll uncover the hidden stories of how neurodiversity has been shaping our world in unexpected ways.But it's not all sunshine and rainbows. We'll also explore the dark side of how society has often misunderstood and marginalized those who think differently, and how the fight for neurodiversity acceptance is still an ongoing battle.1. Barack, D. L., Ludwig, V. U., Parodi, F., Ahmed, N., Brannon, E. M., Ramakrishnan, A., & Platt, M. L. (2024). Attention deficits linked with proclivity to explore while foraging. Proceedings of the Royal Society B: Biological Sciences, 291(1984), 20222584. https://doi.org/10.1098/rspb.2022.25842. Basaglia, F. (1987). The Man Who Closed the Asylums: Franco Basaglia and the Revolution in Mental Health Care. John Foot.3. Donald, M. (1991). Origins of the Modern Mind: Three Stages in the Evolution of Culture and Cognition. Harvard University Press.4. Eisenberg, D. T., Campbell, B., Gray, P. B., & Sorenson, M. D. (2008). Dopamine receptor genetic polymorphisms and body composition in undernourished pastoralists: An exploration of nutrition indices among nomadic and recently settled Ariaal men of northern Kenya. BMC Evolutionary Biology, 8(1), 173. https://doi.org/10.1186/1471-2148-8-1735. EurekAlert. (2021, April 7). ADHD and other disorders share the same cognitive deficits. https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/6480996. Feynman, R. P. (1985). "Surely You're Joking, Mr. Feynman!": Adventures of a Curious Character. W. W. Norton & Company.7. Foucault, M. (1988). Madness and Civilization: A History of Insanity in the Age of Reason. Vintage.8. Hacking, I. (1975). Why Does Language Matter to Philosophy? Cambridge University Press.9. Laing, R. D. (1967). The Politics of Experience and The Bird of Paradise. Penguin UK.10. Mashour, G. A., & Alkire, M. T. (2013). Evolution of Consciousness: Phylogeny, Ontogeny, and Emergence from General Anesthesia. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 110(Supplement 2), 10357-10364.11. New Atlas. (2023, March 10). Evolutionary benefits of ADHD illuminate why it's so common. https://newatlas.com/science/adhd-evolutionary-benefits-foraging-explore-exploit/13. Rogers, A., & Pilgrim, D. (2014). A Sociology of Mental Health and Illness. McGraw-Hill Education (UK).14. Silberman, S. (2015). NeuroTribes: The Legacy of Autism and the Future of Neurodiversity. Avery.15. Spikins, P. (2013). The Stone Age Origins of Autism. Recent Advances in Autism Spectrum Disorders - Volume II. InTech. http://dx.doi.org/10.5772/5388316. Temple Grandin's website: https://www.templegrandin.com/, various YouTube videos and articles.17. Thagard, P. (2013, May 21). When Did Consciousness Evolve?. Psychology Today. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/hot-thought/201305/when-did-consciousness-evolve18. The Art of Autism. (2020, November 28). Was Napoleon Bonaparte on the Autism Spectrum? https://the-art-of-autism.com/was-napoleon-bonaparAs ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments. Have a topic you would like us to cover, or do you fancy joining us for a natter, maybe tell us about your area of interest or expertise and share these things with everyone. We would also recommend our friend The Autistic Women for another great view on living with autism and our friends at the All Bets are Off podcast who cover addiction.
With the return of the erstwhile Kim we discuss travelling as a neurodivergent person, using social media and, in true ADHD style, we distract outselves for a lengthy (and now much edited down) discussion of which social media platform sounds like a K-Pop band. We did also discuss some of the latest news around autism diagnosis and touch on a few issues around this. As promised, some links for you:The age of doom scrolling - Social media's attractive addictionDigital resilience mediates healthy use of technologyhttps://www.theguardian.com/society/2024/mar/04/uk-increase-autism-diagnoses-neurodiversity As ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments. Have a topic you would like us to cover, or do you fancy joining us for a natter, maybe tell us about your area of interest or expertise and share these things with everyone. We would also recommend our friend The Autistic Women for another great view on living with autism and our friends at the All Bets are Off podcast who cover addiction.
Simon is back with season three of the Atypical podcast. A litle lonley in the recording suite, because neurodivergent people have a lot in common with cats when it comes to herding, Simon has some interesting discussions and a sneak peek at what we are hoping to bring you this year. Some more long form episodes and media reviews alongside the tranditional group chat on concepts which this year will include leadership, love, some more After Dark discussions and general queer and neurodivergent ideas. As ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments. Have a topic you would like us to cover, or do you fancy joining us for a natter, maybe tell us about your area of interest or expertise and share these things with everyone. We would also recommend our friend The Autistic Women for another great view on living with autism and our friends at the All Bets are Off podcast who cover addiction.
Join Simon and some coffee friends as we explore dyslexia in a little more detail. A brief exploration of it's history, the impacts on education, society and even the media and how the road of dyslexia may have prefigured the wider neurodiversity movement.Simon use a lot of resources in preparing for this episode, alongside talking to people and their own experiences. Some of the sources that are cited or used are:Davis, R. (2009). The Gift of Dyslexia: Why Some of the Smartest People Can't Read and How They Can Learn. Souvenir Press. Available at Amazon UK.Moores, E (1999) Dyslexia: Challenging Theories. PhD thesis on dyslexia. Available at White Rose Etheses Online.Warnock Report (1978). Available at UK Government Web Archive.Kirby, P. & Snowling, M.(2021). Dyslexia: A History. McGill-Queen's University Press. Available at Amazon UK.Campbell, T. (2013). Dyslexia: The Government of Reading. Palgrave Macmillan. Available at Amazon UK.Pritchard, D. G. Education and the Handicapped 1760-1960. Available at AbeBooks.Potts, P. (1995). What's the Use of History? Understanding Educational Provision for Disabled Students and Those Who Experience Difficulties in Learning. British Journal of Educational Studies, 43(4), 398–411.Kirby P. Dyslexia debated, then and now: a historical perspective on the dyslexia debate. Oxf Rev Educ. 2020 Aug 13;46(4):472-486. doi: 10.1080/03054985.2020.1747418. PMID: 32939102; PMCID: PMC7455059. Available at PMC.Article from The Guardian, dated April 24, 1999. Available at The Guardian.Singer, J. (2019). Neurodiversity: The Birth of an Idea. Available at Amazon UK.Media clips used under Fair Use and all rights belong to the roper copyright holders. Clips include:Suzy Eddie Izzard, Stripped (2009) Information IMDBPercy Jackson & the Lightning Thief (2020) Information IMDBScrubs (2001-2010) Information IMDBAs ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments. Have a topic you would like us to cover, or do you fancy joining us for a natter, maybe tell us about your area of interest or expertise and share these things with everyone. We would also recommend our friend The Autistic Women for another great view on living with autism and our friends at the All Bets are Off podcast who cover addiction.
Join Simon and special guest Danny for a discussion of autism, ADHD, the International Day of People with Disabilities and a moment for World AIDS day. We touch on work Danny is doing to make his university more accessible for students and whether neurodiversity is a disability or not. As an aside, friend Georgia has asked that we ask you all if anyone fancies writing to their MP about the hundreds of autistic people stuck in inpatient units because there's virtually no support pre-crisis and the Government aren't meeting its own promises on research https://www.autistica.org.uk/get-involved/break-the-cycle/write-to-your-mpThis is a very important topic and one close to all of us here on the podcast. If you can take five minutes it really might help.As ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments. Have a topic you would like us to cover, or do you fancy joining us for a natter, maybe tell us about your area of interest or expertise and share these things with everyone. We would also recommend our friend The Autistic Women for another great view on living with autism and our friends at the All Bets are Off podcast who cover addiction.
Join Simon and San as we discuss being trans allies, the disability history month and crumble. Also, don't ask Sam about hot thermometers. As ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments. Have a topic you would like us to cover, or do you fancy joining us for a natter, maybe tell us about your area of interest or expertise and share these things with everyone. We would also recommend our friend The Autistic Women for another great view on living with autism and our friends at the All Bets are Off podcast who cover addiction.
There are a few things in this weeks episodes - silly voice changers, some history, the wheel of privilege and dress up parties. Editing this week is a little more rough and ready - both Simon and Marianne who usually do this have had bereavements and we've tried to do the best we can. As ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments. Have a topic you would like us to cover, or do you fancy joining us for a natter, maybe tell us about your area of interest or expertise and share these things with everyone. We would also recommend our friend The Autistic Women for another great view on living with autism and our friends at the All Bets are Off podcast who cover addiction.
Join Sam, Joey and Simon as we discuss International Mental Health Day, National Coming Out Day and some useful AI tools that could help you be a little more productive.Links as mentioned:https://www.manup.how/https://andysmanclub.co.uk/https://switchboard.lgbt/https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/guide/the-coming-out-handbook/As ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments. Have a topic you would like us to cover, or do you fancy joining us for a natter, maybe tell us about your area of interest or expertise and share these things with everyone. We would also recommend our friend The Autistic Women for another great view on living with autism and our friends at the All Bets are Off podcast who cover addiction.
Join Joey and Simon as we discuss dyslexia and dyslexia awareness week, bringing some of our own stories and experiences to help try and explain what it is.As you may notice further in there is a bit about the history of it and that will of course follow soon. In the meantime, here are a couple of the links we mentioned! https://www.bdadyslexia.org.uk/As ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments. Have a topic you would like us to cover, or do you fancy joining us for a natter, maybe tell us about your area of interest or expertise and share these things with everyone. We would also recommend our friend The Autistic Women for another great view on living with autism and our friends at the All Bets are Off podcast who cover addiction.
Welcome to another exciting episode of Atypical. This week join Sam and Simon as they talk about the world of unions and we explore the countless benefits unions offer. From protecting workers' rights to ensuring fair wages, unions have been an integral part of shaping the work landscape into a more just and equitable space. Their indispensable role in ensuring that workers have a voice against giant corporate entities is a testament to their importance in modern-day work culture.Switching gears, we then move to the commemoration of National Inclusion Week. A celebration close to our hearts, we discuss why inclusion is not just a buzzword but a necessity. In a world that is beautifully diverse, it's crucial to recognise and celebrate our differences. Inclusion paves the way for understanding, growth, and innovation, breaking the chains of bias and prejudice. Inclusion isn't just about acceptance; it's about valuing every individual for who they are and the unique perspectives they bring.And in true "Atypical" fashion, we couldn't end the episode without touching on some odd news that caught our eye. Brace yourselves for this one: a church has recently put forth the outrageous claim that autism is caused by demons! While it's easy to dismiss such news with a chuckle, it's a stark reminder that there are still many misconceptions and myths out there. Links: The Alex Ferry FoundationThe TUC "Find a Union" SiteAs ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments. Have a topic you would like us to cover, or do you fancy joining us for a natter, maybe tell us about your area of interest or expertise and share these things with everyone. We would also recommend our friend The Autistic Women for another great view on living with autism and our friends at the All Bets are Off podcast who cover addiction.
Join Simon for a brief discussion of emotional regulation and people who might struggle with expressing or even identifying their own emotions. At the end I mention the Australian Government National Autism Strategy. Get those responses in!https://www.dss.gov.au/disability-and-carers/national-autism-strategy As ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments. Have a topic you would like us to cover, or do you fancy joining us for a natter, maybe tell us about your area of interest or expertise and share these things with everyone. We would also recommend our friend The Autistic Women for another great view on living with autism and our friends at the All Bets are Off podcast who cover addiction.
This week Simon finally gets his papers together and talks at the microphone about ABA. In the exploration of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA), it's crucial that we trace its historical roots and the path it has taken in the realm of autism treatment. Initially hailed for its scientific validation, ABA's techniques and approaches have been a double-edged sword. Over time, many have raised concerns about the therapy's abusive aspects, particularly the methods that prioritise compliance over understanding, potentially suppressing the unique perspectives and behaviours of autistic individuals. These concerns have birthed controversies that have persisted, fuelled by the perception that seeks to 'normalise' autistic people, rather than embracing and understanding their intrinsic differences.In an attempt to provide a comprehensive view of ABA's evolution, I've delved deeply into authentic autistic voices. Using primary sources, including firsthand accounts from the autistic community, alongside traditional scientific papers, it offered me a rich tapestry of insights. It's paramount that as we critically assess therapies like ABA, we ground our understanding in both empirical science and the lived experiences of those directly impacted. Doing so helps us recognize and challenge the embedded notions in our society that still, unfortunately, view autistic individuals as "less than" or outside the so-called norm.I used dozens of sources in preparation for this episode and will publish links and article references via our Twitter feed in the coming days. As ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments. Have a topic you would like us to cover, or do you fancy joining us for a natter, maybe tell us about your area of interest or expertise and share these things with everyone. We would also recommend our friend The Autistic Women for another great view on living with autism and our friends at the All Bets are Off podcast who cover addiction.
A few days late and the audio has a few... Issues. That's what happens when Simon moves house. But why not join Simon and Wott for a discussion of the autistic experience moving house and of going to a festival for the first time. As ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments. Have a topic you would like us to cover, or do you fancy joining us for a natter, maybe tell us about your area of interest or expertise and share these things with everyone. We would also recommend our friend The Autistic Women for another great view on living with autism and our friends at the All Bets are Off podcast who cover addiction.
In this intriguing episode of Atypical, we're thrilled to welcome back our co-host Marianne, who opens up about her journey through the convoluted realm of autism diagnosis as a female. Women on the spectrum face a unique set of challenges in the diagnostic process due to pervasive gender biases and the often misunderstood, atypical presentations of autism in females. Marianne's candid conversation not only lends visibility to these issues, but also offers a beacon of hope and understanding to all women treading the same path.Later in the show, we take a deep dive into a controversial subject that has been causing ripples in the autism community. We delve into the disconcerting ideologies propagated by a particular charity and we aim to shed light on how societal misconceptions can harm the autism community, and underscores our commitment to promoting acceptance, understanding, and positive change.The episode concludes with an analysis of a recent TikTok video that has garnered considerable attention. Although intended to inspire, the piece could be criticised as "inspiration porn" – content that objectifies disabled individuals for the emotional gratification of the able-bodied. We dissect this problematic trend, exploring the fine line between genuine celebration of accomplishments and exploitative tokenism.Join us on this illuminating journey as we challenge biases, advocate for respect and inclusivity, and strive to redefine perceptions surrounding autism. Links mentioned: https://twitter.com/alisonsinger/status/1680925974798430209?s=20US lefty Army podcast: https://soundcloud.com/hellofawaytodie/ As ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments. Have a topic you would like us to cover, or do you fancy joining us for a natter, maybe tell us about your area of interest or expertise and share these things with everyone. We would also recommend our friend The Autistic Women for another great view on living with autism and our friends at the All Bets are Off podcast who cover addiction.
Yep, we are back, the people only you can hear and see... Or rather heard, because we are definitly real, you can trust me on this. Join Simon and returning co-host Watt for a discussion on imaginary friends, a trip into some odd conspiracies and whether it is healthy to stim. As ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments. Have a topic you would like us to cover, or do you fancy joining us for a natter, maybe tell us about your area of interest or expertise and share these things with everyone. We would also recommend our friend The Autistic Women for another great view on living with autism and our friends at the All Bets are Off podcast who cover addiction.
That got your attention didn't it!Join Simon for a short episode discussing demisexuality and autism. We made reference to several papers in today episode and will discuss these themes in greater depth in a future recording.https://www.cam.ac.uk/research/news/autistic-individuals-are-more-likely-to-be-lgbtqhttps://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/aur.1892https://med-fom-brotto.sites.olt.ubc.ca/files/2022/05/Ronis2021_Article_BeyondTheLabelAsexualIdentityA.pdfhttps://cardinalscholar.bsu.edu/items/a169f60f-2796-433d-beef-7daf0513141eAs ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments. Have a topic you would like us to cover, or do you fancy joining us for a natter, maybe tell us about your area of interest or expertise and share these things with everyone. We would also recommend our friend The Autistic Women for another great view on living with autism and our friends at the All Bets are Off podcast who cover addiction.
On this week's solo episode, join Simon and he navigates the subject of post-event slump, a phenomenon often experienced in the wake of significant communal moments or big events. It is a psychological valley after the peak, an emotional downturn following the joyous high of the festivities.Diving into the history of Pride, we revisited the Stonewall Riots of 1969, the pivotal uprising that ultimately sparked the global LGBTQ+ rights movement. We then transitioned to the Sexual Offences Act of 1967, a seminal UK law decriminalising homosexuality in England and Wales. These historical moments are the bedrock upon which modern Pride was built, and their significance cannot be overstated.However, our discussion didn't stop there. We also explored modern challenges facing the LGBTQ+ community, notably the notorious Section 28, a piece of UK legislation introduced in 1988 that prohibited "promoting homosexuality." This law, thankfully repealed, still echoes today, highlighting the persistent hurdles faced by the LGBTQ+ community.Finally, we delved into the recent controversies surrounding Pride. As it expands its umbrella to include all identities within the queer spectrum, the event inevitably stirs debates about inclusivity, representation, and commercialization. We must remember, though, that at its core, Pride is about unity and resilience in the face of adversity.And of course a quick romp through the latest news and interesting articles:Sia being open about her autism, the Belfast "try before you fly" pilot scheme and the Arizona city working towards becoming the most inclusive city in the US.Our artwork this month is of course by the very talented Kuro!As ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments. Have a topic you would like us to cover, or do you fancy joining us for a natter, maybe tell us about your area of interest or expertise and share these things with everyone. We would also recommend our friend The Autistic Women for another great view on living with autism and our friends at the All Bets are Off podcast who cover addiction.
In this week's episode, hosts Watt, Kuro, and Simon delve into the recent BBC Panorama documentary, focusing on ADHD and the burgeoning landscape of private clinics. The Panorama episode presented a somewhat contentious image of ADHD, placing a spotlight on private clinics allegedly offering speedy diagnoses and medications. This portrayal, we agreed, risked oversimplifying a nuanced issue, potentially casting a shadow over the legitimacy of ADHD as a neurodevelopmental disorder, and on the sincerity of professionals committed to helping those affected.ADHD is a real, scientifically validated condition that can significantly impact an individual's life. ADHD doesn't merely manifest as impulsivity or inattention; it can be a holistic condition, impacting emotions, motivation, and time management, affecting people in diverse ways. Diagnosing ADHD does require comprehensive evaluation, and it is troubling that the documentary seemed to suggest otherwise.Nevertheless, it is critical to note that valid concerns about potential misdiagnosis or unscrupulous practices shouldn't detract from the genuine struggles faced by people with ADHD. While we took issue with certain aspects of the Panorama episode, we want to use it as a chance to advocate for better understanding of ADHD. We urge listeners to view it as a conversation starter rather than a comprehensive representation of the condition. After all, awareness and education about ADHD are key to providing better support for those living with this condition.It is worth watching the Panorama episode here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m001m0f9/panorama-private-adhd-clinics-exposedReading the associated BBC News Article: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-65534449 And maybe the lovely Adrian Chiles can help explain why we were annoyed: https://www.theguardian.com/society/commentisfree/2023/may/18/no-adhd-is-not-a-con-if-thats-the-message-you-got-from-panoramas-expose-you-werent-paying-attentionAs ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments. Have a topic you would like us to cover, or do you fancy joining us for a natter, maybe tell us about your area of interest or expertise and share these things with everyone. We would also recommend our friend The Autistic Women for another great view on living with autism and our friends at the All Bets are Off podcast who cover addiction.
Join Simon this week as we discuss a few news items and then briefly take a look at autistic meltdowns and shutdowns. There is a lot more to say on this and we will do a episode with the rest of the podcast crew in the future, but for now we hope you enjoy this and have a very pleasant weekend!As ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments. Have a topic you would like us to cover, or do you fancy joining us for a natter, maybe tell us about your area of interest or expertise and share these things with everyone. We would also recommend our friend The Autistic Women for another great view on living with autism and our friends at the All Bets are Off podcast who cover addiction.
As we continue in our second season, join Simon, Sam and Watt as we discuss some news articles that caught our eye. From the autism friendly train ticket guide to "woke" kids toys, we had a happy half hour looking at this from our usual atypical perspective. As Simon is off to San Francisco and didn't have time to plan, record, edit and publish a full episode, this is a bit shorter than usual but worry not, we have lots more interesting things to come. As ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments. Have a topic you would like us to cover, or do you fancy joining us for a natter, maybe tell us about your area of interest or expertise and share these things with everyone. We would also recommend our friend The Autistic Women for another great view on living with autism and our friends at the All Bets are Off podcast who cover addiction.
Have you ever heard of Bicycle Day? It's the day that celebrates the discovery of LSD by Swiss chemist Albert Hoffman. In this episode of our podcast, join Simon and Watt as we delve into the story of Albert Hoffman and the profound impact his discovery had on society and culture.We start off by talking about Hoffman's initial discovery of LSD in 1943 and the bicycle ride that followed, which is now celebrated as Bicycle Day. It's amazing to think that a single chemical compound could have such a profound impact on the world, but LSD certainly did.We also touch on the psychedelic movement of the 1960s and its association with LSD, which was being used recreationally by a growing number of people. But despite its popularity, LSD was also becoming increasingly demonized by the government and the media, leading to a widespread backlash against its use.As we discuss the story of LSD, we also touch on the legal and health risks associated with using illegal substances, and the importance of prioritising our own health and safety above all else. We want to be clear that while we acknowledge the historical significance of LSD, we do not condone, condemn or promote the use of illegal substances.That being said, we also recognise that there is growing research into the potential therapeutic benefits of substances like LSD, particularly for those who are neurodivergent or living with mental health conditions. We hope to explore this topic more deeply in future episodes and invite our listeners to share their own stories and experiences with us.Overall, the story of Albert Hoffman and the discovery of LSD is a fascinating and complex one, and we hope that this episode has provided some insight into the impact that this chemical compound has had on our world. Thanks for tuning in to our podcast, and we look forward to continuing the conversation with you in future episodes.As discussed in the show, we have created an anonymous Google form: https://forms.gle/kNDdGxESVGRyXHdm7 We will absolutely respect anonymity and this form will not record any personal or IP data. Or contact us via Twitter or at our email: atypicalthepodcast@gmail.com My sources:“LSD: My Problem Child” Albert Hoffman“How to Change Your Mind: What the New Science of Psychedelics Teaches Us About Consciousness, Dying, Addiction, Depression, and Transcendence” Michael Pollan“Queering Psychedelics” Ed Alex Belser, Clancy Cavnar, Beatriz Labate“Acid dreams : the complete social history of LSD : the CIA, the sixties, and beyond” Martin Lee“LSD: The Consciousness Expanding Drug” David SolAs ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments. Have a topic you would like us to cover, or do you fancy joining us for a natter, maybe tell us about your area of interest or expertise and share these things with everyone. We would also recommend our friend The Autistic Women for another great view on living with autism and our friends at the All Bets are Off podcast who cover addiction.
Welcome to Season 2! We return to our very first subject, Autism Acceptance Month! Alas Marianne was busy and so Simon called upon regular co-host Kuro and best friend Watt to come and talk about autism acceptance and our own interpretation of this. We made mention of several previous episodes, including our Spoons bonus, the Metathoughts and obviously the very first episode we did. Our recording and editing quality has improved since that last one! Kuro also referenced the RAADS-R test, which is a popular tool that uses a self-report questionnaire to identify potential adult autistics who “escape diagnosis” due to a subclinical level presentation. It is also worth looking up the AQ-50 test if you are interested in methods of identifying behaviours and likely autism. As ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments. Have a topic you would like us to cover, or do you fancy joining us for a natter, maybe tell us about your area of interest or expertise and share these things with everyone. We would also recommend our friend The Autistic Women for another great view on living with autism and our friends at the All Bets are Off podcast who cover addiction.
Almost everyone even vageuely aware of autism or neurodiversity in general has heard the term "Aspergers" banded about. But were they? This week, Simon delivers a short insight into the life and times of Hans Asperger. Is it as dark as some people believe or was he saving lives? Some of the many (many) resources used in preparation - and for further reading I can recommend:"Asperger's Children: The Origins of Autism in Nazi Vienna" By Edith Sheffer"Hans Asperger, National Socialism, and “race hygiene” in Nazi-era Vienna" by Herwig Czech" In a Different Key: The Story of Autism" by John Donvan and Caren Zucker"The aftermath of the Hans Asperger exposé" (BPS) by Rabbi David Ariel Sher"Non-complicit: Revisiting Hans Asperger's Career in Nazi-era Vienna" by Dean Falk"Response to ‘Non-complicit: Revisiting Hans Asperger's Career in Nazi-era Vienna'" by Herwig Czech"Did Hans Asperger actively assist the Nazi euthanasia program?" by Simon Baron-Cohen, Ami Klin, Steve Silberman and Joseph D. BuxbaumWe are aware of some controversy around the research into Asperger, indeed I include one of the louder critics in Dean Falk above, but in preparation for this episode I ran the notes and papers past four research scientists, a University Ph.D supervisor and our usual show expert colleagues. We can have a debate about the rights and wrong of the methodology, the implicit ideologies and direction of thinking. I think the response by Silberman is interesting: updated his book and took part in a discussion with an autistic writer and campaigner (Maxfield Sparrow). https://thinkingautismguide.com/2018/04/on-hans-asperger-nazis-and-autism.html This was a hard episode to do. Significant research, personal connections and delving through records of murdered children, the language of the era used about "disabled" people. I am sure some will be offended, some will be upset. I have tried to be as balanced as I can but I know it will never be right. As an autistic person this is as much my discussion as anyone else's and I think we should air on the side of what feels right and stop using that mans name. Talk instead of Lorna Wing or George Frankl. As ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments. Have a topic you would like us to cover, or do you fancy joining us for a natter, maybe tell us about your area of interest or expertise and share these things with everyone. We would also recommend our friend The Autistic Women for another great view on living with autism and our friends at the All Bets are Off podcast who cover addiction.
It's a short notice bonus for you today, Simon is joined by Dahlia and Sam as we talk about Neurodiversity Celebration Week and some of the positive things about being ND, some of the barriers and what people can do to support each other. We mentioned some articles in the episode and would highly recommend: The ADHD FoundationThe Inclusive Employers British Dyslexia AssociationTalking Tourette'sDyspraxia Association And if you can recommend some good OCD and dyscalculia resources do please reach out. As ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments. Have a topic you would like us to cover, or do you fancy joining us for a natter, maybe tell us about your area of interest or expertise and share these things with everyone. We would also recommend our friend The Autistic Women for another great view on living with autism and our friends at the All Bets are Off podcast who cover addiction.
Back for another week and we have Joey, Dahlia and Simon starting a conversation on labels - are they useful, what do they mean to us and should we use them? We also have the usual conversation as we wander through what we think of labels and as a result of some off recording conversation decided we should explore this further. Next episode we will set out the history and legacy of Hans Asperger and start a conversation on more neurodivergent labels. Slight apology for the editing and quality - one of the hosts was on a dodgy internet connection and as such we lost some of the recordings when it dropped in and out and whilst we have tried to smooth it out there are a couple of changes. As ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments. Have a topic you would like us to cover, or do you fancy joining us for a natter, maybe tell us about your area of interest or expertise and share these things with everyone. We would also recommend our friend The Autistic Women for another great view on living with autism and our friends at the All Bets are Off podcast who cover addiction.
Join Simon, Kuro, Joey and guest Sam as we discuss a "cure" for autism, LGBT history and young people coming out, something Simon read about ancient Greek friendships and bad newspaper articles.We mentioned another podcast, Bad Gays, which discusses queer villains throughout history. We also recommended some books, Queer City by Peter Ackroyd and the upcoming Queer as Folklore by the lovely Sasha Coward.We are not linked to any of these amazing people but highly recommend them as interesting listens and reads. As ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments. Have a topic you would like us to cover, or do you fancy joining us for a natter, maybe tell us about your area of interest or expertise and share these things with everyone. We would also recommend our friend The Autistic Women for another great view on living with autism and our friends at the All Bets are Off podcast who cover addiction.
Well this is it, our first "After Dark" episode. Join regulars Simon, Kuro and Joey as we welcome guest Dahlia to talk about stripping, sex work and her researches into the intersectionality of this industry and neurodiversity. We do get a little bit explicit in this episode and if that's not for you, don't worry, we will have a regular episode out soon so why not check out one of our previous episodes in the meantime. Music curtesy of https://www.FesliyanStudios.com and artwork for After Dark by our very own Kuro. As ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments. Have a topic you would like us to cover, or do you fancy joining us for a natter, maybe tell us about your area of interest or expertise and share these things with everyone. We would also recommend our friend The Autistic Women for another great view on living with autism and our friends at the All Bets are Off podcast who cover addiction.
A new year dawns and the team at Atypical have been busy with life. Probably why we thought we ought to talk about FOMO - Fear of Missing Out.Joining Simon this week is co-host Joey and returning guest Sam, to discuss FOMO, social media, how it affects us and some ways to handle that fear. As usual, we do meander about a bit but stick with it and we think you will find it an interesting discussion. As ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments. Have a topic you would like us to cover, or do you fancy joining us for a natter, maybe tell us about your area of interest or expertise and share these things with everyone. We would also recommend our friend The Autistic Women for another great view on living with autism and our friends at the All Bets are Off podcast who cover addiction.
Hi all!It has been a good six weeks since we last spoke to you. After Episode 15 we all needed a little rest and then, well life happens. Kim is in India, Mysterious Voice is being mysteriously missing, Joey has been busy with work and the rest of us have been doing social stuff. Anyway, a short one with Marianne, Kuro and Simon chatting Christmas stuff. We have a bunch of episodes lined up for the new year so see you there! Until then Merry Christmas!As ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments. Have a topic you would like us to cover, or do you fancy joining us for a natter, maybe tell us about your area of interest or expertise and share these things with everyone.
Well for episode 15 we thought it might be worth discussing the great Wakefield fraud, the MMR scandal, the lies and damage that were spread by that disgraced former doctor. Join Simon, Kuro and Marinne for what turned out to be the hardest episode we have ever recorded. It took two days and four attempts to get everything recorded. It took 4 days to edit and cut down. This is not an easy subject, we tried to keep lighthearted in it and we did cut out a lot of the darker aspects of the study that underlies the MMR fears. We added a trigger warning at 14:10 as we briefly discuss the experiments on the children. We sanitised it as much as possible but if you would like to skip that part, jump to 135 where you will hear a few seconds of music before we move on to less difficult aspects of the episode. We make reference to a number of sources throughout the episode. I would like to point you towards the excellent Abigail Thorn in a Philosophy Tube video “Vaccines & Freedom” where she discusses research and interviews people who have declined the Covid-19 vaccine and reviews the philosophy behind vaccine hesitancy.My main source for everything was Brian Deer and his book, which I would highly recommend for anyone who wants to know the depths to which Wakefield sunk and the pain that was caused. I quoted from a BMJ article when I called Wakefield a fraud, and that Journal has a number of interesting articles available freely online. It is well established that Wakefield and Barr were working together prior to the study, again see both Deer and the BMJ for more details. And as for his money making schemes, those make up a great deal of interesting articles. Not to mention is measles jab patent some two years beforehand. And lastly, vaccines DO NOT CAUSE AUTISM. Want to know more? See this meta analysis that considers studies covering 1.25m children across the world. As ever, do get in touch with us via Twitter @AtypicalThePod where our DM's are open. We are also building up a Discord server and will release details of that soon.Next up:Future episodes might well include:Trying to be successful, aka "what are you trying to achieve/aspire to against the force of your autism in your life and how constructive/destructive is it to force yourself out of your comfort zone"? "Fuck it I'm too old for this shit", aka when you give up on the things you tried to fit in with when youngerWhen autistics don't get alongFood Fear of doing new things, and, conversely, FOMOAn episode of interruptions, where we make the point about rambling by never letting each other finishBiscuitsInner voiceRemembering names and facesAs ever we thank you, our loyal listeners for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments. Have a topic you would like us to cover, or do you fancy joining us for a natter, maybe tell us about your area of interest or expertise and share these things with everyone.
Simon has been left alone with a microphone, a mostly recovered voice and no co-hosts. So of course they decided to talk about World Podcast Day and why you should be pleased to be called a Luddite. The crew will be back in a couple of weeks to talk about a medical scandal so keep your eyes and ears reeled for that. As ever we can be found on Twitter @AtypicalThePod and we would love to hear from you.P.S. Simon is recovering from a throat infection and even with the marvel of editing, using their mic with the wrong settings meant the audio quality is not the best we have ever had. Not thw worst either, but apologies nonetheless.
Do you run an inner monologue or is your brain a peaceful and quiet place? Join hosts Simon and Kim and returning guest Kuro as we delve into our own brains and ask the big questions: why does Kuro hear no voices, has Kim dreamt of any lakes recently and should Simon go back to therapy? As ever we thank you, our loyal listener for sticking with us. We would love to hear from you and our Twitter is open @AtypicalThePod for messages and comments.Episode 14 is a surprise and will be out on Friday 30th September and then Episode 15 we will be covering one of the most egregious medical scandals of the last 30 years, so keep your eyes peeled for that dropping on Friday 14th October
Evening all,Slightly late to publish this weeks episode as we only recorded it on Thursday and then... Yes well. Simon has been given coffee and time to fix his computer after it ate the first draft of the edit. Anyway. Join Simon and Joey for a discussion of body image, how it has become all pervading, why Simon doesn't feel like he is good enough and how to start thinking about fitness in a more healthy way. We are joined by friend of the show Sam to talk about his own journey from feeling fat, through learning and understanding and how he is much happier now. This is a long episode and the editing was made somewhat difficult. It is also on topics some people may find challenging to listen to or think about. That is an absolutely reasonable place to be and we would encourage everything to approach these things in their own time, way and never feel bullied or less than you wonderful self. We are talking about these things as much to help ourselves as hopefully help others. We will return with an episode in two weeks and we look forward to sharing more interesting neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ concepts, stories and ideas with you all.Have a great week!Simon and Joey (and Sam)As ever, do get in touch with us via Twitter @AtypicalThePod where our DM's are open. We are also building up a Discord server and will release details of that soon.P.S. Kuro stopped by for the after party so we should mention them here. I guess. Next up:Future episodes might well include:Trying to be successful, aka "what are you trying to achieve/aspire to against the force of your autism in your life and how constructive/destructive is it to force yourself out of your comfort zone"? (edited)"Fuck it I'm too old for this shit", aka when you give up on the things you tried to fit in with when youngerWhen autistics don't get alongIFoodThe MMR Sandal and more Bad Science Fear of doing new things, and, conversely, FOMOAn episode of interruptions, where we make the point about rambling by never letting each other finishBiscuits.Inner voiceRemembering names and facesThe Useful AutisticSo, this Hans Asperger guy?Special Interests - Ongoing series such as Episode 11Being clocked/Do other people know we're autistic?Autism and grief (with special guest Simons brother)Sensory overload, Comorbidities and/or secondary/consequential disorders
We are back with another episode. Episode 11, who'd have thought we might make it this far. In the first of a set of episodes we hope to do throughout the season, we invited in an atypical person to talk to us about their interest and passion. Join us in the very first of these episodes and this week we are joined by friend of the show and avid scribbler, Kuro. We talk AI image, text and even voice generation, the ethical and indeed legal issues facing creators and whether or not we could use all this neural net transformer learning to replace Simon as host of the show (stop cheering at the back)...As always have a great week and if you would like to see some of Kuro's awesome art in their now 7 1/2 year running one year project, check it out here: https://yearofdays.tumblr.com/ And find us on Twitter @AtypicalThePod
After our masking episode, someone asked Simon why we kept talking about spoons. Well dear listener, when someone asks a question like that, we answer!Join Kim and Simon for a short bonus episode where we outline Spoon Theory and how it helps explain a few things that neurodivergent people experience. Who knows, you might even want to share this with others ;-)Christines blog which we reference can be found here https://butyoudontlooksick.com/articles/written-by-christine/the-spoon-theory/As always feedback much welcomed and we will have a full length episode out next week as usual. Until then, happy Friday!And find us on Twitter @AtypicalThePod
Who would have beleived we would make it even this far. But we have, Episode 10 is here! And boy was it a whopper. We decided to try and talk about masking.Turns out even with tequila and two and a half hours we couldn't even begin to scratch the surface. This is such a massive and deeply emotive subject that I am sure we will return to in relation to so many other topics.So join Simon, Kim and the Mysterious Voice as we attempt to crack open the mammoth of masking and start to explore what it means, why we do it and whether we can truly let them drop away. As ever this is a learning curve for me, especially in audio editing. Any advice or tips always welcome and as ever our DM's are open. Check us out on Twitter @AtypicalThePod and make Kim happy by chatting with us. Please!
Yep, it's been a hot old week and we probably don't make much sense. But with the return of the Mysterious Voice, Simon and Marianne discuss heat, clothing choices, awkward video calls and being stubborn and wearing shorts to the office. As ever you can follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/AtypicalThePod and we will have our next episode out at the usual time next fortnight. Have a good weekend all!
Just Simon today with a short piece on International Non-Binary Peoples day. I drew the list in the episode from Stonewall here: https://www.stonewall.org.uk/about-us/news/10-ways-step-ally-non-binary-people and recommend a blog they host here: https://www.stonewall.org.uk/about-us/news/being-non-binary-uk-todayWe will be back with an episode with the full crew next week. Until then, have a very pleasant day! Post Published edit: [Simon] I am by no means an expert and may have got things muddled, wrong or confused. As I say in the podcast, I am only just starting to explore this all myself. I know I am not trans but I am not sure who I am. I used he/they because there as aspects of masculinity that I reject and do not yet understand who or what that makes me. I guess if you need a label I am questioning enby but not confirmed. And that's ok. It's part of the rich tapestry of life and part of evolving as people. If I said anything that is wrong or offended you, please get in touch so we can learn and grow. Hell, if you are more of an expert in this area we would love to have you on to talk about it!And find us on Twitter @AtypicalThePod
Just a short one this week with Simon and Joey left alone with a Discord channel, a recording system and avoiding doing work (Boss, if you are reading this, it was my coffee break!). We discuss the news of the week and how information overload can leave people confused, upset and close to breakdown (Simon is always close to breakdown - Ed.) followed by a report on the Proud in the Workplace event that took place on Thursday 7th July and whether people can feel their authentic selves in the workplace, why 41% will go back into the closet when they start their first job and whether men on Grindr call themselves bi because they need a way to express things they don't yet understand. Join us again next week when the rest of the crew will wrest editorial choice away from Simon once again and we will get back to celebrity pot making.And find us on Twitter @AtypicalThePodP.S. The "Otters Crossing" road sign is the best road sign in Britain. No debate.
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