Audible Autism - Interesting Questions and Interesting Facts

You've been patient with us and after delays and a long wait we finally have a new episode of Audible Autism for you allThis episode is an interview with Inclusive instructor and main spokesperson for Fit for all, Julia Morgan about her experiences as a trainer for people with neurodiversity the struggles that entails as far as exercise and why there seems to be such a gap in terms of personal trainers knowing how to work with those who think differently.This is a topic that doesn't often get covered but we think you'll find this engaging and filled with laughter, so as always enjoy the episode!

IT'S THE FIRST EPISODE OF THE NEW YEAR!....well sort of Over here at Audible Autism we thought we would showcase something different... what we have here is an interview on Radio Harrow with our own head honcho of the Autistic Empire, Sarah back in December 2023. Multifaceted, measured and eloquent we think you will get alot out of this.

Here's a surprise 2nd episode and it's our Black history month episode for this year Odai speaks with special guest Black Infinite member Sarah Abdullahi touch on subjects like: Race and autism, ,Alienation within ones own community(and how autism is discussed) & why we take pride to be on the spectrum. I think many will find this a revealing and interesting episode especially in terms of perspectives and angles they might not have considered before, but that's what makes Audible Autism special.

This is our first episode or rather a minisode in quite a long time and within this one you will be getting a peek behind the curtain learning about our editor Simon whose responsible for putting these episodes together. Astute observations in terms of sound, being the parent of an Autistic son and also what he's learned over the years from him. Expect another good episode and thank you for still following us through thick and thin.

Back once again with a brand you episode of Autism and this time Odai and Luke have a discussion with guest Joe Booth in which the 3 of them have a startling and enlightening discussion into living in Specialist accommodation. Joe was very forward in terms of his experiences, who he is and also some of the failings and pitfalls in regards to carers, set up of residents and the focus on cost over care that some might find alarming. We hope that you all find this an urgent and enriching episode and we would like to thank Joe for giving some of his time for this recording.

On this episode of Audible Autism we are excited to share with you all a talk back in October done by Odai as part of Black history month. Within it you'll hear him relay his experiences as a young Black man in London on the spectrum, the determination,the hard work and the many MANY adversities he's had to deal with that have both enraged but drive him, taking an analogy from Black conservative educator Booker T Washington and applying his own take on it. He doesn't like tooting his own horn but those who caught it online and in person said they found the talk articulate and piercing with insight and we hope you get alot out of it. As always we hope you find this talk insightful

As an added bonus for for the episode, Odai decided to read a few essays from Hubert Harrison. Who better to hear from than the man himself who i'm sure you will find that his words were clear, direct and DEEPLY incisive. We advise that you listen to the main episode first before you listen to this extra audio otherwise enjoy listening.

Audible Autism is back with a very special episode for Black History Month. Odai decided to go solo and dedicate an entire episode to a figure from the past who he felt deserved more recognition, St Croix's own Hubert Henry Harrison. This episode was both a passion project but also a way of introducing a figure who alot of people might not know of which is interesting especially considering his connection to Marcus Garvey and we hope that you find this insightful and exciting.

This episode of Audible Autism is a special one in that it was one Odai and former Co-host Sarah were proud of....but there were alot of tech issues in terms of audio quality and recording formats aswell. Guests Nikki (who has 3 children) and Sam (who at the time was still pregnant) were invited on to have a stimulating and perceptive conversation on being an Autistic parent and all that entails as far as pregnancy, raising children and everything else. We here at Audible Autism would like to say a big thank you to our editor Simon for being able to get this episode together for our listeners and a thank you and very belated sorry to our guests for how long it's taken for this episode to finally arrive. We hope you all enjoy this episode This podcast was edited by Simon Marcus of Addictive Media. For more information about Simon's video and audio services please visit http://addictive.media/

Hello Listeners, this episode of Audible Autism will involve a discussion on a more serious topic than previous episodes and that issue being how to deal with or interact with the Police This episode guest Chris Hilliard discusses the lack of training the police tend to have, some of the ways in which they judge who they might suspect on being offenders using systems that the general public might not be aware of but also Chris also goes into detail with his own incident with the police during the 2010 Student protests which had to be taken to trial. This episode was one of a few that was meant to come out last season before that was abruptly ended but considering the current conversation regarding policing and the role of Police which as a Podcast based in the UK also involves the death of Chris Kaba we feel that the things discussed within this episode are still relevant and ontop of that will be addressing the issue from a British perspective. We hope all of you who tune in find this episode informative, thank you

On the latest episode of Audible Autism, Odai and Luke interview performers(stand up and poetry respectively) artists and all around good people Annabell and Fay. Within this episode you get to hear a conversation that touches on not just being Autistic in their respective fields but also the perception on the number of performers with disabilities out there, the contradictions within the scene, inspirations and....spreadsheets. As always we hope you enjoy this episode and find it informative

After much delay, blood, sweat and a dying laptop we now have the first episode of the new season of Audible Autism all set and ready to go. Our first episode is an interview with polymath Ian Lane about the highs and lows of navigating social media as an Autistic person. Topics covered include : Whether the internet has gotten bigger or smaller over time Friendships, how they're made and how they can be broken and how "discourse" manages to change and yet stay the same We think you'll find this a very enlightening and entertaining episode If you would like to be on an episode of Audible Autism, please fill out our form here, and we'd love to chat with you.

Its that time again where Sarah and Odai interview a new guest in this case Kate Mcnulty. Kate is a therapist on the Austistic spectrum and this leads to some interesting talking points including Kate's own journey through understanding herself, common complaints in a neurotypical/neurodivergent relationship aswell as her book on these subjects and more. We hope you find this a gratifying and entertaining episode as always

It's what you've all been waiting patiently for on bated breath and with barely contained excitement...the new season of Audible Autism. Kicking off this season with a solo interview from Sarah with Joel Herman about his life, being an Autistic stand-up comic and all that entails. We hope you enjoy this episode and the rest of the upcoming new season. It feels good to be back! If you would like to be on an episode of Audible Autism, please fill out our form here, and we'd love to chat with you. For those of you interested in Joel's work, please make sure to check out is social media pages below.

This episode is an edited recording of Sarah in conversation with Rabbi Natasha Mann at New London Synagogue titled "Autism and Other Neurological Minorities". Sarah addresses her life as an autistic adult and a professional, what she has learned and the work of the Autistic Empire (that's the main hub behind this here podcast you listen to). As always we hope you find this episode insightful, educational, entertaining and let me tell you listeners, it's good to be back.

For those with a good memory, this was the episode that was meant to come out in the last season. Finally, you get to hear it! We have 2 stories from Sarah, a short explainer on morality from our past guest Ted Rogers, and as always a collection of relaxing tracks compiled by Odai. Enjoy!

Audible Autism is back and we return with Part 2 of Odai's interview with Alex of the Retro Pals where they go deep into the nitty gritty of Alex's interest in theme parks. How they're laid out, the differences between Europe and America, Dollywood, and recommendations!

Hello listeners, as this is October, the team thought it was important to put out an episode in honour of Black History Month. On this episode you will hear a discussion between Odai, avtivist William Vanderpuye and Alex Mason on the black community and autism, including interacting with the police, difficulties in getting a diagnosis and how so often black autistic people slip through the cracks. We hope you find this episode interesting and enlightening on a part of the autistic community that is little represented and rarely gets a platform to be heard.

Hello listeners we’re back with another exciting episode of Audible Autism, this one is special as it is the first 2 parter episode we’ve had for the podcast. On this episode Odai goes solo to interview streamer,video editor /ephemera collector Alex one half of streaming duo “The Retro Pals” on this episode you get to hear talk about the differences between living in Texas and California, life as an autistic trans man and also a touching discussion on being in a relationship with a non-autistic partner. Fun fact: if you listen closely you can hear Odai’s barely contained excitement during the interview

After a long long wait, the start of the new season of Audible Autism is here and on this first episode our hosts Sarah and Odai have an interview with psychologist Ditte Rose Anderson looking into Ditte's interests and research into the sensory aspects of autism. Both Sarah and Odai came away feeling like their heads were swimming with loads of new information and perspectives in regards to communication and better understanding in what people with autism want and how they're not as disinterested as neurotypicals may first assume. We think this is a great start to the season. If you would like to be on an episode of Audible Autism, please fill out our form here, and we’d love to chat with you.

The Autistic Pride Online Celebration is happening on June 20th and in this episode, we speak with Joseph Redford, the organiser of London Autistic Pride, about why Autistic Pride is important to him.

Hello listeners, apologies for the lengthy delay but this one has been in the works for a long time now and we feel that we have a very special episode here for you. We reached out to 3 different individuals - former guests Rebecca Cavender, Ted Rogers and for the first time in the podcast's history one of our own listeners Maegan Snell - to talk about their experiences dealing with social isolation as Autistic adults and how they were able to get over such a daunting hurdle in their own ways. We would like to thank the guests for having the confidence and willingness to talk about what is usually a difficult subject and for putting out their time to contribute to this espisode.

Hello listeners, This episode of Audible Autism will be different from previous ones in that it's not hosted by either Sarah or Odai but Citizen of the Autistic Empire Nicky Watkinson and her partner-in-crime Angharad. In this episode Nicky and Angharad discuss their YouTube show "Accidentally Autistic", which is about autism and popular culture; they also talk about autism diagnostic criteria, stereotypes, and autistic friendships. If you are interested in the other works they are involved in have a look at Autistic Sherlock in Elementary Tumblr: https://www.google.com/amp/s/autisticsherlockinelementary.tumblr.com/post/118736611949/cbs-elementarys-sherlock-autism-spectrum/amp Accidentally Autistic on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzkh5rijaDYon-xfRHwODrgskJth_zYUD Nicky (she / her): Nicky is an autistic writer and content creator based in London. https://twitter.com/NickyJWatkinson?s=09 Angharad (they / them): Angharad is an autistic creator and musician based in Cambridge / London / Swansea. https://twitter.com/angharad_esq?s=09 Listen or subscribe in iTunes If you would like to be on an episode of Audible Autism, please fill out our form here, and we’d love to chat with you. Hello listeners, This episode of Audible Autism will be different from previous ones in that it's not hosted by either Sarah or Odai but Citizen of the Autistic Empire Nicky Watkinson and her partner-in-crime Angharad. In this episode Nicky and Angharad discuss their YouTube show "Accidentally Autistic", which is about autism and popular culture; they also talk about autism diagnostic criteria, stereotypes, and autistic friendships. If you are interested in the other works they are involved in have a look at Autistic Sherlock in Elementary Tumblr: https://www.google.com/amp/s/autisticsherlockinelementary.tumblr.com/post/118736611949/cbs-elementarys-sherlock-autism-spectrum/amp Accidentally Autistic on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzkh5rijaDYon-xfRHwODrgskJth_zYUD Nicky (she / her): Nicky is an autistic writer and content creator based in London. https://twitter.com/NickyJWatkinson?s=09 Angharad (they / them): Angharad is an autistic creator and musician based in Cambridge / London / Swansea. https://twitter.com/angharad_esq?s=09 Listen or subscribe in iTunes If you would like to be on an episode of Audible Autism, please fill out our form here, and we’d love to chat with you.

Hello listeners, we have a brand new episode of Audible Autism for you. Sarah interviews Rebecca Cavender. Rebecca is an intuitive writer, guide, and advocate from the Pacific Northwest, USA. She helps others remember they belong so they can catalyse and honour their true self-expression. Rebecca does this through professional writing services (like copywriting and writing circles), coaching, and sharing her prose, poetry, and advocacy.    

In this episode, Odai interviews Cassandra Reyhani, to talk about mental health problems in one's family history, looking back in your family tree for autistic traits, and a brief discussion on tips and advice on limits and how to best enjoy gigs as autistic people. Come listen in for what is a fascinating, moving and, at points, intense episode.

We have a really informative episode lined up this time around. In this episode Odai will give a talk which contains advice tips and personal experiences on the difficulties of manuvering through a big city. Also you will hear information regarding the freedom pass scheme set up by London Councils how it started and what it entitles people to. This one is different to our usual ones but we hope you find this informative and eye-opening.    

Vogue,philosophy,dance....bowel movements???   People you are in for a very interesting and shall we say "elemental" episode where Sarah and Odai have a fascinating insightful and quite poignant interview with Ted Rodgers who talks about his life his work and his views on the word.   You wont want to miss this one.

On the second episode of the new Season, Sarah is interviewed again but this time by co-host Odai about the relationship between her faith and being an autistic person.  We get to hear about:  - How Sarah became an interfaith minister - the difficulties in dealing with what some consider the rational and the irrational - How faith can be beneficial in our worst moments   All in all this is quite an indepth and fascinating episode that you should not miss out on.  

In this special episode of Audible Autism, Heather Wiech interviews Sarah McCulloch and her vision for the Autistic Empire, our new autistic community.  Sarah discusses: * Her views of autism as a civic identity.  * What the Autistic Empire has been inspired by from Malcolm X and LGBT liberation movements * Her own background and journey as an autistic person * How she sees our future as autistic people.  The transcript to this episode is available at audibleautism.com.

Our latest sensory episode for if people who just want to listen. In this episode: * Sarah explains gender. * Odai has more easy listening music. * A short story by Agatha Christie.

In this episode, Loren Snow, an autistic speaker and trainer, talks about their work running Autism Academy, which uses fun educational voices to make understanding autism accessible for everyone, among other things. We also discuss the difficulties of dealing with neurotypical people and managing relationships generally.

This episode is a recording of the Launch event of the Autistic Empire, which took place in London on Sunday September 16th, 2018. Speakers: * Odai Quaye discusses Why Now? * Alex Mason explains the background and aims of our Grand Sensory Survey. * Sarah McCulloch discusses the functions of the Autistic Empire and its future. The Autistic Empire is an attempt to create a community dominated by autistic people where minority stress does not exist, where people can have a safe and supportive environment to engage in self-development and express their most authentic selves, and where we can develop solutions to the very real issues we have as a people which can then be exported to the wider world. You can learn more and sign up at http://www.autisticempire.com.

In this episode, Jason Hodgson, experimental composer, discusses his work and how his autism influences his music and other interests. Jason organises a number of live music performances across the country, including Adventures and Artists: a Live Dungeons and Dragons Concert.

In this episode of Audible Autism, we have Libby, an animal behaviour technician from Plymouth and a talk she gave at Stoke Newington Library on her autistic journey. We hear her diagnosis at the age of four, her life as a selective mute, and eventually her graduation and journey to university.

In this special themed episode, Odai looks at the world of work from an autistic perspective. With stories from Sarah, Savva and Cee, Odai considers what life in a neurotypical workplace is like for an autistic person. Sarah and Odai then interview Cee about their special interest in labour market policy, and life as a civil servant for a government department.

In this final episode of 2017, Odai and I mark the season by pulling out our magic hats and playing a game of Secret Hitler with some friends. CW: Some bad language (from Sarah, everyone else kept it together).

In this episode of Audible Autism, we have on Dr Robert Court, associate researcher at Edinburgh University. Listen to hear: How Robbie built his social skills through observation. His journey from electrical engineering apprentice to post-doctoral researcher with severe dyslexia. What Robbie thinks of psychological diagnostic tests. Are there autistic dogs? How should we be responding as a community to pre-natal testing for autism?

In this episode, Odai interviews Ben Rogen, a programmer from Sunderland who discusses his experiences growing up with a childhood diagnosis from Professor Tony Atwood, his thoughts on autistic stereotyping, and his interest in competitive fighting computer games.

In this episode, Sarah explains how she organises herself and the tools she uses. For show notes, please visit our website at http://www.audibleautism.com.

A chilled out episode with a talk on consent, a music selection, and a reading taken from Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson. 

In our introductory episode, Sarah and Odai lay out their backgrounds and the position statements of the podcast.

Maxim Thompson explains his autistic journey, interest in autistic people in the media, and his upcoming documentary on music therapy and autistic children.