Intersections on the Spectrum

In this episode of a podcast, Doug Blecher and Kelly Bron Johnson discuss their experiences with grief. Doug shares that he recently lost his mother and has been finding it difficult to cope. He mentions that reading about grief and researching other people's experiences has been helpful for him. Kelly talks about her own experiences with grief, including the death of her father, and how it affected her emotionally and physically. They discuss the importance of allowing oneself to feel and express grief, as well as the challenges of navigating social interactions and support from others. They also talk about finding joy and creating new rituals in the midst of grief.

Corin Purifoy joins this episode to discuss knitting, the importance of making mistakes, and being a contestant on Jeopardy. To learn more about Corin visit https://www.instagram.com/i.knit.u.knot/ Join  Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn't know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. 

We discuss many of the problems for why the police aren't helpful and in many cases harmful to autistic people. Join  Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn't know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. 

You don't want to miss this episode. Matthew Rushin joins this episode to discuss how the police can do a much better job when interacting with autistics, as well as opportunities he is currently pursuing, and his philosophy on life. Join  Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn't know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. 

On this episode Kelly and Doug, the hosts of Intersections on the Spectrum, talk about their experiences with yoga, self care, and getting their needs met in the workplace. Join  Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn't know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. 

Monetta Wilson joins this episode to discuss accessibility in yoga, cultural appropriation, and how her wellness coaching  become an expert on their body by discovering the best embodiment practices for their specific needs. To learn more about Monetta Wilson visit https://monettawilson.com . Join  Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn't know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. 

On this episode Kelly and Doug, the hosts of Intersections on the Spectrum, talk about their own identities and how it impacts their lives. Join  Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn't know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. 

We are back with the first episode of Season 3! Kayla Smith joins us to discuss #BlackAutisticPride. To access the transcript of this episode visit intersectionsonthespectrum.com . To learn more about Kayla visit https://www.instagram.com/blackautistickayla/ . Join  Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn't know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. 

Join  Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn't know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. Listen to Sergio's podcast at https://inclusiveeducationirl.buzzsprout.com.

Join  Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn't know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. To learn more about Katrina and her book visit https://www.amazon.com/Katrina-Frank/e/B09JDSVBJB.

discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn't know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. To learn more about Chris visit https://www.Instagram.com/vivalachris_ .If you are interested in being interview on the Intersections on the Spectrum email us at intersectionsonthespectrum@gmail.com

Join  Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn't know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. To learn more about Jenny visit https://www.jennymaiphan.com . If you are interested in being interview on the Intersections on the Spectrum email us at intersectionsonthespectrum@gmail.com

Join  Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn't know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. To learn more about Jude Olubodun please visit https://www.instagram.com/theemidnightgospel/. If you are interested in being interview on the Intersections on the Spectrum email us at intersectionsonthespectrum@gmail.com

Join  Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn't know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. To learn more about Izabelle please visit https://www.redskirtmedia.com. If you are interested in being interview on the Intersections on the Spectrum email us at intersectionsonthespectrum@gmail.com

Join  Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn't know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. To learn more about Tre please visit https://linktr.ee/treventoured. If you are interested in being interview on the Intersections on the Spectrum email us at intersectionsonthespectrum@gmail.com

Social media algorithms have far too often made it difficult to find accounts from marginalized creators. Franci Hernandez joins this episode to discuss these algorithms for Indigenous and Latinx communities,light skin privilege, and receiving her masters in forensic science blood stain pattern analysis.

Season 2 returns with a great discussion with Katrina Liew Pilkington about unprecedented levels of food insecurity, diet culture, and diversity and inclusion within the health and wellness industry. Read the transcript of this episode at https://intersectionsonthespectrum.com/ Join  Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn't know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. To learn more about Katrina please visit https://www.fittykat.com. If you are interested in being interview on the Intersections on the Spectrum email us at intersectionsonthespectrum@gmail.com

Black is beautiful. Black is talented. Oriane Toguem joins this episode to discuss her experiences of being a model and opera singer of Cameroonian descent, and how she stays away from trouble and negativity.Read the transcript of this episode at https://intersectionsonthespectrum.com/ Join  Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn't know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. If you are interested in being interview on the Intersections on the Spectrum email us at intersectionsonthespectrum@gmail.com

Morenike Giwa Onaiwu joins us to discuss autism's white privilege problem and being an editor on a book about autism acceptance.Read the transcript of this episode at https://intersectionsonthespectrum.com/ Join  Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn't know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. If you are interested in being interview on the Intersections on the Spectrum email us at intersectionsonthespectrum@gmail.com

If you want to know about the neurodiversity paradigm and neuroqueering then this is the episode for you! Dr. Nick Walker joins us to discuss her book Neuroqueer Heresies and the foundations, terminology, implications, and leading edges of the neurodiversity paradigm. Read the transcript of this episode at https://intersectionsonthespectrum.com/ To learn more about Diem visit https://neuroqueer.com/ Join Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn't know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. If you are interested in being interview on the Intersections on the Spectrum email us at intersectionsonthespectrum@gmail.com

Many autistic people have this habit of observing other people to try to understand what is going on in their mind in order to make sense of the world. Diem Mooney joins this episode to discuss this, how we all have privilege one way or another, the ways in which online learning has helped Diem earn multiple college degrees, and so much more. Read the transcript of this episode at https://intersectionsonthespectrum.com/ To learn more about Diem visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/diem-mooney/ Join Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn't know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. If you are interested in being interview on the Intersections on the Spectrum email us at intersectionsonthespectrum@gmail.com

Season 2 of the Intersections on the Spectrum podcast is here! When people co-opt ideas or concepts to meet their own needs it can be really harmful. AJ Link joins this episode to discuss how concepts like critical race theory and say her name have been co-opted and been really harmful to those with marginalized identities. AJ also discusses the impact of social media in spreading misinformation, how the bar exam disproportionately bars access to those with marginalized identities, and his role in shaping human rights in space for the benefits of humanity. Read the transcript of this episode at https://intersectionsonthespectrum.com/ To learn more about AJ Link visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/jabarilink/ Join Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn't know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. If you are interested in being interview on the Intersections on the Spectrum email us at intersectionsonthespectrum@gmail.com

Lyric Holmans joins this episode of Intersections on the Spectrum to discuss their identities, lobbying against ABA, open relationships, and living in an RV. We do want to let you know there is a content warning for an important discussion about shock treatment at the Judge Rotenberg Center from 10:53-16:12. To learn more about Lyric please visit any of the following: www.NeuroDivergentRebel.com www.NeuroDivergentConsulting.org, www.Facebook.com/NeuroDivergentRebel www.Instagram.com/NeuroDivergentRebel www.Twitter.com/NeuroRebel www.youtube.com/c/NeurodivergentRebel/ Join Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn't know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. If you are interested in being interview on the Intersections on the Spectrum email us at intersectionsonthespectrum@gmail.com

Iqra Babar joins this episode to discuss her experiences as a Muslim Pakistani autistic woman with ADHD. We also talk with Iqra about being a digital artist and the comic she has created with a variety of disabled characters. Learn more about Iqra at instagram.com/iqradraws and https://iqradraws.co.uk/. Join Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn't know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. If you are interested in being interview on the Intersections on the Spectrum email us at intersectionsonthespectrum@gmail.com

Autistic Travel Godess joins this episode of Intersections on the Spectrum to talk about her love of travel, travel tips for autistics, all the countries she has been to, where she wants to go to next, and so much more. Learn more about Autistic Travel Goddess by visiting her instagram at https://www.instagram.com/autistictravelgoddess/. Join Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn't know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. If you are interested in being interview on the Intersections on the Spectrum email us at intersectionsonthespectrum@gmail.com

Daniel Leong joins this episode of Intersections on the Spectrum to discuss life in Malaysia for autistics. We also talk about Mensa, diagnostic assessment of autism as a worldwide problem, and much more! Join Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn't know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. If you are interested in being interview on the Intersections on the Spectrum email us at intersectionsonthespectrum@gmail.com

Ayanna Davis joins this episode of Intersections on the Spectrum to talk about her neurodivergent, black, and artstic identities. Learn more about Ayanna by visiting her instagram at https://www.instagram.com/phenomenallyautistic/. Join Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn't know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. If you are interested in being interview on the Intersections on the Spectrum email us at intersectionsonthespectrum@gmail.com

Liana Rodriguez joins this episode of Intersections on the Spectrum to talk about her autistic, lgbt, and diverse cultural identities. We also get to discuss her special interests of urban planning and how to make the communities we live in more inclusive. Learn more about Liana by visiting her website at https://lirodriguez.xyz/index.html. Join Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn't know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. If you are interested in being interview on the Intersections on the Spectrum email us at intersectionsonthespectrum@gmail.com

Angela Weddle joins this episode to talk about her identities of being BIPOC, queer, autistic, and a disabled artist. To learn more about Angela's art please visit https://angela-weddle.pixels.com/. Join Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn't know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. If you are interested in being interview on the Intersections on the Spectrum email us at intersectionsonthespectrum@gmail.com

Asiatu Lawoyin joins this episode to talk about her identities of being queer, autistic, afab, agender, and black. Asiatu also discusses being an empowerpowerment coach and a podcaster Join Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn't know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. If you are interested in being interview on the Intersections on the Spectrum email us at intersectionsonthespectrum@gmail.com

Maisie Soetantyo joins us on this episode to discussion learning from autistics, employment, autism and indonesia, and so much more. Join Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn't know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. If you are interested in being interview on the Intersections on the Spectrum email us at intersectionsonthespectrum@gmail.com

Tiffany Joseph joins us on this episode about AAC communication devices, being epileptic, and gives some parenting advice. Join Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn't know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. If you are interested in being interview on the Intersections on the Spectrum email us at intersectionsonthespectrum@gmail.com

On this episode Kayley Whalen joins us to discuss her autistic and transgender identities as well as have a great conversation about her special interest of changelings. Join Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn't know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. If you are interested in being interview on the Intersections on the Spectrum email us at intersectionsonthespectrum@gmail.com

On this episode Kayla Rodriguez joins us to discuss her autistic, puerto rican, and lesbian identities. Join Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn't know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. If you are interested in being interview on the Intersections on the Spectrum email us at intersectionsonthespectrum@gmail.com

On this episode Troy Sawyer joins us to discuss the intersections about autistic and gay identities. To learn more about Troy you can find him on linkedin at https://www.linkedin.com/in/troy-sawyer-00627270/ Join Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as they discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn't know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. If you are interested in being interview on the Intersections on the Spectrum email us at intersectionsonthespectrum@gmail.com

On this episode TC Waisman joins us to discuss the intersections of higher education, Indigenous Pasifika, black, and lgbtq+ for those on the spectrum. To learn more about Dr. TC Waisman visit: https://adaptcoach.com/ Join Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as they discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn't know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. If you are interested in being interview on the Intersections on the Spectrum email us at intersectionsonthespectrum@gmail.com

On this episode Alex Earhart joins us to discuss their recent article in Buckeye Flame about testosterone and transitioning at 30. Join Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as they discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn't know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. Read Alex's article on testosterone and transitioning at 30: https://thebuckeyeflame.com/2020/10/23/transitioning-at-30/ If you are interested in being interview on the Intersections on the Spectrum email us at intersectionsonthespectrum@gmail.com

It's time for the first episode of Intersections on the Spectrum. Join Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as they discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn't know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. We are honored to have Lydia X.Z. Brown as our first guest to discuss being the editor of first ever anthology entirely by autistic people of color, the autistic people of color fund, the importance of race when talking about disability, and much more. To learn more about and donate to the Autistic People of Color Fund: https://awnnetwork.org/apoc/ If you are interested in being interview on the Intersections on the Spectrum email us at intersectionsonthespectrum@gmail.com