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“Spectrum Sundays” is a podcast series committed to bringing together autism professionals & advocates. Our Mission is to educate the general public about autism spectrum disorders while empowering individuals to share their stories. Our Vision is to cult

Spectrum Sundays


    • Apr 24, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 29m AVG DURATION
    • 83 EPISODES


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    Ep. 93 - Christine Vasui - Miss Wheelchair Pennsylvania Ambassador

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2022 28:36


    Please help us welcome Christine Vasui to Spectrum Sundays! Christine earned a bachelor's degree in individualized studies focusing on social work. She worked as an independent living specialist for two and a half years helping individuals with various disabilities set goals and reach their highest potential. She has cerebral palsy and has been living together with her fiancé for the last five years, who also has cerebral palsy. Christine is an advocate for the disability community as an ambassador for Ms. Wheelchair Pennsylvania, which is an organization that empowers women in wheelchairs to educate, advocate, and promote change in the disability community. Her focus is to fight for better pay for personal care attendants. She believes that even with a disability, anything is possible if you put your mind to it. Christine is also in the process of owning a Habitat for Humanity house. Thank you for visiting with us on Spectrum Sundays, Christine! If you enjoyed this episode and would like to learn more about Christine, please follow her on Facebook at Ms. Wheelchair Pennsylvania Ambassador https://m.facebook.com/105344348666955/. You can also subscribe to her YouTube channel called “ROLL'N WITH CP”. Thank you everyone and we will see you next Sunday! “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays. Francesca D'Alessandro: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Meghan Sinisi: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter From a New Perspective: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Miss America: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Miss New York: Website - Instagram - Facebook Miss Pennsylvania: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM

    Ep. 92 - Timothy Rohrer, Author, Founder of Tips4Inclusion, Self-Advocate

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2022 14:43


    This week we are introducing Timothy Rohrer, who is an autism self-advocate, speaker, author, and educator for social inclusion. He is the author of a teaching guide called “How to be a Good Influence to People with Disabilities'' published by the New Jersey Coalition of Inclusive Education and has been seen around the world. Timothy is the creator of a website and YouTube Channel called Tips4Inclusion. He has spoken at schools and major conferences including speaking with the New Jersey Department of Education. He has received a commendation for his work from the New Jersey State Senate and Assemblymen. In August of 2020, Timothy became a managing partner in a non- profit named 5Help Foundation. His goal is to make disability education a part of every school curriculum, so nobody has to feel the negative effects of exclusion like he felt growing up. Thank you for visiting with us on Spectrum Sundays, Timothy! If you enjoyed this episode and would like to learn more about Timothy, please follow him on Instagram, Youtube, and Facebook @tips4inclusion. You can find his website at www.tips4inclusion.wixsite.com/disabilityinclusion. Thank you everyone and we will see you next Sunday! “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays. Francesca D'Alessandro: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Meghan Sinisi: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter From a New Perspective: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Miss America: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Miss New York: Website - Instagram - Facebook Miss Pennsylvania: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM

    Ep. 91 - Katie Santoro, Self-Advocate, President of the Unicorn Children's Foundation's Junior board

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2022 18:14


    Katie Santoro is a graduate of the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign. As a young professional, Katie struggled to find her niche in the working world and eventually received an autism diagnosis at age 24, putting her on the path to being an autism advocate. Katie is passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives and is certified in DEI through the University of South Florida. She now works as an associate for Cardinal Health and hopes to contribute her voice to be a trailblazer for DEI within the corporate world. Katie is the president of the Unicorn Children's Foundations' Junior Board and a contributing board member for the Els for Autism Foundation, and the Center for Autism at the University of Miami. In her free time, Katie cares for a 12-year-old girl with autism and a dog with diabetes. She has traveled to 5 continents with a life goal of visiting all 7. During her travels at home and abroad, she liked to read, practice yoga, and hike. Thank you for visiting with us on Spectrum Sundays, Katie! If you enjoyed this episode and would like to learn more about Katie, please follow her on instagram @autistic.thegreeklife. Thank you everyone and we will see you next Sunday! “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays. Francesca D'Alessandro: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Meghan Sinisi: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter From a New Perspective: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Miss America: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Miss New York: Website - Instagram - Facebook Miss Pennsylvania: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM

    Ep. 90 - Katie Santoro, Self-Advocate, President of the Unicorn Children's Foundation's Junior Board

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2022 25:04


    Katie Santoro is a graduate of the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign. As a young professional, Katie struggled to find her niche in the working world and eventually received an autism diagnosis at age 24, putting her on the path to being an autism advocate. Katie is passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives and is certified in DEI through the University of South Florida. She now works as an associate for Cardinal Health and hopes to contribute her voice to be a trailblazer for DEI within the corporate world. Katie is the president of the Unicorn Children's Foundation's Junior board and a contributing board member for the Els for Autism Foundation, and the Center for Autism at the University of Miami. In her free time, Katie cares for a 12 year old girl with autism and a dog with diabetes. She has traveled to 5 continents with a life goal of visiting all 7. During her travels at home and abroad she likes to read, practice yoga, and hike.

    Ep. 89 - Daymara Baker, Founder of Rockin Baker

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2022 25:27


    Welcome back Daymara Baker who is a seasoned businesswoman and lifelong creative spirit with a heart for helping others. She is the cofounder of (NWA) Community Creative Center in Fayetteville, Arkansas, and a champion for Women's Foundation of Arkansas, Daymara knew immediately that a social enterprise like Rockin' Baker would be a powerful multiplier for the community, using something as humble as a rustic loaf of sourdough bread as a catalyst for empowering the disadvantaged, breaking the cycle of poverty and paying forward the gifts of self-sufficiency and fulfillment. Rockin' Baker is currently run 100% by a neurodiverse team producing high quality artisan breads for leading restaurants in Northwest Arkansas. Thank you for visiting with us on Spectrum Sundays, Daymara! If you enjoyed this episode and would like to learn more about Rockin' Baker, please check out rockinbaker.org. You can also find Rockin' Baker on Facebook at facebook.com/rockinbaker and on instagram @rockinbaker. For inquiries about Rockin' Baker, you can email hello@rockinbaker.org.Thank you everyone and we will see you next Sunday! “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays. Francesca D'Alessandro: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Meghan Sinisi: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter From a New Perspective: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Miss America: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Miss New York: Website - Instagram - Facebook Miss Pennsylvania: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM

    Ep. 88 - Daymara Baker, Founder of Rockin Baker

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2022 34:40


    This week, we are introducing Daymara Baker who is a seasoned businesswoman and lifelong creative spirit with a heart for helping others. She is the cofounder of (NWA) Community Creative Center in Fayetteville, Arkansas, and a champion for Women's Foundation of Arkansas, Daymara knew immediately that a social enterprise like Rockin' Baker would be a powerful multiplier for the community, using something as humble as a rustic loaf of sourdough bread as a catalyst for empowering the disadvantaged, breaking the cycle of poverty and paying forward the gifts of self-sufficiency and fulfillment. Rockin' Baker is currently run 100% by a neurodiverse team producing high quality artisan breads for leading restaurants in Northwest Arkansas. Thank you for visiting with us on Spectrum Sundays, Daymara! If you enjoyed this episode and would like to learn more about Rockin' Baker, please check out rockinbaker.org. You can also find Rockin' Baker on Facebook at facebook.com/rockinbaker and on instagram @rockinbaker. For inquiries about Rockin' Baker, you can email hello@rockinbaker.org.Thank you everyone and we will see you next Sunday! “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays. Francesca D'Alessandro: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Meghan Sinisi: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter From a New Perspective: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Miss America: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Miss New York: Website - Instagram - Facebook Miss Pennsylvania: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM

    Ep. 87 - What Miss PA Learned from Spectrum Sundays While Preparing for Miss America

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2021 17:40


    This week marks the 100th anniversary of the Miss America Organization which has provided scholarships for women all across the country for almost a century. Meghan Sinisi is a candidate for the prestigious job of Miss America along with 50 other women from each state. Meghan represents Pennsylvania as she enters the competition this week and Spectrum Sundays would like to highlight her experiences with hosting the podcast. Welcome Meghan Sinisi, Miss Pennsylvania 2021! Thank you for visiting as a guest, Meghan! If you enjoyed this episode and would like to follow her journey to Miss America, follow her Instagram @missamericapa, @meghantheSLP, as well as her non-profit organization on Instagram @fromanewperspective. You can visit her website at www.fromanewperspective.org. Thank you everyone and we will see you next Sunday! “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays. @missamerica @fromanewperspectiveorg @misspascholarshipfoundation @missamericapa @meghantheeslp @awareness_for_neurodivsersity Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM #SpectrumSundays #DifferentNotLess #Autism #AutismSpectrum #AutismSpectrumDisorders #ASD #Awareness #Acceptance #Appreciation #AutismAwareness #AutismAcceptance #AutismAppreciation #SpecialNeeds #Accept #Respect #Empower #Advocate #Service #Neurodiversity #Inclusion

    Ep. 86 - Goal Setting & Success for Neurodiversity

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2021 30:41


    This week we are welcoming back Maisie Soetantyo, who is an openly autistic advocate and inclusivity trainer. In 2019, Maisie started the nonprofit Autism Career Pathways with a mission to increase hiring and long-term retention rates for autistic individuals seeking careers in all types of businesses. Maisie also believes that autistic individuals can redefine meaningful employment as small business owners. After her own autism and SPD diagnoses, she now shares her lived experiences to help parents support, accommodate, and advocate from a place of compassion and positive mindset. Her goal is to create resources for educators, professionals, job coaches and business owners from all over the world to hire and support Neurodivergent individuals in a variety of workplaces. ***This episode was requested to be unedited by Maisie to represent her most true & authentic self for our viewers.*** If you would like to donate towards her mission, you can contribute at https://autismcareerpathways.org/donate/. Your donation will be used to develop, research and market a library of tools and resources – designed with the input of autistic adults – to facilitate the expansion of neurodivergent employment and entrepreneurship. Thank you for visiting with us on Spectrum Sundays, Maisie! If you enjoyed this episode and would like to connect with her for support, please check out her instagram pages @maisiesoetantyo for support for parenting and @autismcareerpathways for ND Employability and Inclusivity Consulting. Additionally, check out her website www.autismcareerpathways.org. Thank you everyone and we will see you next Sunday! “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays. @missamerica @fromanewperspectiveorg @misspascholarshipfoundation @missamericapa @meghantheeslp @awareness_for_neurodivsersity Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM #SpectrumSundays #DifferentNotLess #Autism #AutismSpectrum #AutismSpectrumDisorders #ASD #Awareness #Acceptance #Appreciation #AutismAwareness #AutismAcceptance #AutismAppreciation #SpecialNeeds #Accept #Respect #Empower #Advocate #Service #Neurodiversity #Inclusion

    Ep. 85 - Employment Opportunities & Support for Neurodivergent Individuals

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2021 38:49


    This week we are introducing Maisie Soetantyo who is an openly autistic advocate and inclusivity trainer. In 2019, Maisie started the nonprofit Autism Career Pathways with a mission to increase hiring and long-term retention rates for autistic individuals seeking careers in all types of businesses. Maisie also believes that autistic individuals can redefine meaningful employment as small business owners. After her own autism and SPD diagnoses, she now shares her lived experiences to help parents support, accommodate, and advocate from a place of compassion and positive mindset. Her goal is to create resources for educators, professionals, job coaches and business owners from all over the world to hire and support Neurodivergent individuals in a variety of workplaces. ***This episode was requested to be unedited by Maisie to represent her most true & authentic self for our viewers.*** If you would like to donate towards her mission, you can contribute at https://autismcareerpathways.org/donate/. Your donation will be used to develop, research and market a library of tools and resources – designed with the input of autistic adults – to facilitate the expansion of neurodivergent employment and entrepreneurship. Thank you for visiting with us on Spectrum Sundays, Maisie! If you enjoyed this episode and would like to connect with her for support, please check out her instagram pages @maisiesoetantyo for support for parenting and @autismcareerpathways for ND Employability and Inclusivity Consulting. Additionally, check out her website www.autismcareerpathways.org. Thank you everyone and we will see you next Sunday! “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays. @missamerica @fromanewperspectiveorg @misspascholarshipfoundation @missamericapa @meghantheeslp @awareness_for_neurodivsersity Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM #SpectrumSundays #DifferentNotLess #Autism #AutismSpectrum #AutismSpectrumDisorders #ASD #Awareness #Acceptance #Appreciation #AutismAwareness #AutismAcceptance #AutismAppreciation #SpecialNeeds #Accept #Respect #Empower #Advocate #Service #Neurodiversity #Inclusion

    Ep. 84 - A Family's Role in Advocacy

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2021 32:56


    Welcome back Virginia Mangialardi to Spectrum Sundays who is the mother of two very active little boys named Michael and Nico. Michael is 6 years old and Nico is 4 years old. Nico was just diagnosed with ASD in February 2021, but she and her family are quickly learning and applying skills he has learned from his support services. This year, she started serving as a committee member for The Autism Speaks walks in the Laurel Highlands and Pittsburgh. Virginia and her husband, Michael, are a team when it comes to family, and are navigating this course as best as they can in support of their son, Nico. Virginia welcomes you to reach out to her, as she would love to help support you and your family in any way that she can as we stumble, walk, and run through this ASD journey together. Thank you for visiting with us on Spectrum Sundays, Virgina! If you enjoyed this episode and would like to connect with Virginia for support, please send her an email at vnt197932@gmail.com, find her on Facebook at “Virginia Nicole”, and follow her on Instagram @gtGirlie34. Thank you everyone and we will see you next Sunday! “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays. @missamerica @fromanewperspectiveorg @misspascholarshipfoundation @missamericapa @meghantheeslp @awareness_for_neurodivsersity Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM #SpectrumSundays #DifferentNotLess #Autism #AutismSpectrum #AutismSpectrumDisorders #ASD #Awareness #Acceptance #Appreciation #AutismAwareness #AutismAcceptance #AutismAppreciation #SpecialNeeds #Accept #Respect #Empower #Advocate #Service #Neurodiversity #Inclusion

    Ep. 83 - Services for a Child with a New Autism Diagnosis

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2021 34:08


    This week, we dove deep in discussion with Virginia Mangialardi, who is the mother of two very active little boys named Michael and Nico. Michael is 6 years old and Nico is 4 years old. Nico was just diagnosed with ASD in February 2021, but she and her family are quickly learning and applying skills he has learned from his support services. This year, she started serving as a committee member for The Autism Speaks walks in the Laurel Highlands and Pittsburgh. Virginia and her husband, Michael, are a team when it comes to family, and are navigating this course as best as they can in support of their son, Nico. Virginia welcomes you to reach out to her, as she would love to help support you and your family in any way that she can as we stumble, walk, and run through this ASD journey together. Thank you for visiting with us on Spectrum Sundays, Virgina! If you enjoyed this episode and would like to connect with Virginia for support, please send her an email at vnt197932@gmail.com, find her on Facebook at “Virginia Nicole”, and follow her on Instagram @gtGirlie34. Thank you everyone and we will see you next Sunday! “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays. @missamerica @fromanewperspectiveorg @misspascholarshipfoundation @missamericapa @meghantheeslp @missthousandislands20ny. Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM #SpectrumSundays #DifferentNotLess #Autism #AutismSpectrum #AutismSpectrumDisorders #ASD #Awareness #Acceptance #Appreciation #AutismAwareness #AutismAcceptance #AutismAppreciation #SpecialNeeds #Accept #Respect #Empower #Advocate #Service #Neurodiversity #Inclusion

    Ep. 82 - Creating Opportunities of Exposure to Increase Inclusion

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2021 27:06


    Miss Alaska 2021, Emma Broyles, joins us again on Spectrum Sundays this week to further discuss her advocacy work. She is a junior at Barrett, The Honors College at Arizona State University, where she studies biomedical sciences and voice performance with a dream of becoming a dermatologist. As a sibling of an individual with an intellectual disability, and as the daughter of a special education teacher, Emma became an advocate for people with intellectual disabilities at a young age. Her involvement with Special Olympics began when she was just 7 years old, and since then, she has been a coach and a president of the largest Special Olympics school program in Alaska, and has helped develop lifelong supporters of Special Olympics. Thank you for visiting with us on Spectrum Sundays, Emma! If you enjoyed this episode and would like to learn more about her year of service as Miss Alaska, you can find her on Instagram and Facebook @missamericaAK. “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays. @missamerica @missamericany @missnewyorkorg @fromanewperspectiveorg @misspascholarshipfoundation @missamericapa @meghantheeslp @missthousandislands20ny. Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM #SpectrumSundays #DifferentNotLess #Autism #AutismSpectrum #AutismSpectrumDisorders #ASD #Awareness #Acceptance #Appreciation #AutismAwareness #AutismAcceptance #AutismAppreciation #SpecialNeeds #Accept #Respect #Empower #Advocate #Service #Neurodiversity #Inclusion

    Ep. 81 - Using Sports as a Common Ground for Inclusion

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2021 21:39


    This week we welcome Miss Alaska 2021, Emma Broyles, to Spectrum Sundays! She is a junior at Barrett, The Honors College at Arizona State University, where she studies biomedical sciences and voice performance with a dream of becoming a dermatologist. As a sibling of an individual with an intellectual disability, and as the daughter of a special education teacher, Emma became an advocate for people with intellectual disabilities at a young age. Her involvement with Special Olympics began when she was just 7 years old, and since then, she has been a coach and a president of the largest Special Olympics school program in Alaska, and has helped develop lifelong supporters of Special Olympics. Thank you for visiting with us on Spectrum Sundays, Emma! If you enjoyed this episode and would like to learn more about her year of service as Miss Alaska, you can find her on Instagram and Facebook @missamericaAK. “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays. @missamerica @missamericany @missnewyorkorg @fromanewperspectiveorg @misspascholarshipfoundation @missamericapa @meghantheeslp @missthousandislands20ny. Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM #SpectrumSundays #DifferentNotLess #Autism #AutismSpectrum #AutismSpectrumDisorders #ASD #Awareness #Acceptance #Appreciation #AutismAwareness #AutismAcceptance #AutismAppreciation #SpecialNeeds #Accept #Respect #Empower #Advocate #Service #Neurodiversity #Inclusion

    Ep. 80 - The Impact of Community During an Autism Diagnosis

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2021 17:13


    Welcome back Katie Shuman to Spectrum Sundays, who is an avid autism advocate. She is also a life coach who specializes in helping neurodivergent women unmask and heal from trauma. Discovering her autistic identity at almost 22 years old led her on a journey of inner healing and self-discovery that she is still on today. Through doing her own self-healing, Katie has become passionate about teaching neurodivergent women how to heal themselves, too. In the future, she plans to launch an unmasking and inner healing community for neurodivergent women while traveling in her van home that she is currently building. To connect with Katie for more information about future projects, please follow him on Instagram @katiewildandfree . Thank you for sharing your experiences with us, Katie! “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays. @missamerica @missamericany @missnewyorkorg @fromanewperspectiveorg @misspascholarshipfoundation @missamericapa @meghantheeslp @missthousandislands20ny. Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM #SpectrumSundays #DifferentNotLess #Autism #AutismSpectrum #AutismSpectrumDisorders #ASD #Awareness #Acceptance #Appreciation #AutismAwareness #AutismAcceptance #AutismAppreciation #SpecialNeeds #Accept #Respect #Empower #Advocate #Service #Neurodiversity #Inclusion

    Ep. 79 - Your Purpose is on the Other Side of Fear

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2021 17:25


    This week on Spectrum Sundays, we are introducing Katie Shuman who is an avid autism advocate. She is also a life coach who specializes in helping neurodivergent women unmask and heal from trauma. Discovering her autistic identity at almost 22 years old led her on a journey of inner healing and self-discovery that she is still on today. Through doing her own self-healing, Katie has become passionate about teaching neurodivergent women how to heal themselves, too. In the future, she plans to launch an unmasking and inner healing community for neurodivergent women while traveling in her van home that she is currently building. To connect with Katie for more information about future projects, please follow him on Instagram @katiewildandfree . Thank you for sharing your experiences with us, Katie! “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays. @missamerica @missamericany @missnewyorkorg @fromanewperspectiveorg @misspascholarshipfoundation @missamericapa @meghantheeslp @missthousandislands20ny. Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM #SpectrumSundays #DifferentNotLess #Autism #AutismSpectrum #AutismSpectrumDisorders #ASD #Awareness #Acceptance #Appreciation #AutismAwareness #AutismAcceptance #AutismAppreciation #SpecialNeeds #Accept #Respect #Empower #Advocate #Service #Neurodiversity #Inclusion

    Ep. 78 - Never Let Anything Get In the Way of Your Dreams

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2021 22:23


    Welcome back, Ben Hartranft to Spectrum Sundays this week! He is a self-advocate who is the president of Benergy1 Presentations. His mission is to promote kindness, inspiration, and achievement through education. Ben has presented his message of inclusion and kindness at over 40 schools and businesses sharing his story of being non-verbal at the age of 2 to now being a full-time public speaker. Ben has many public appearances such as being a guest on the Ellen show and carrying the Lombardi trophy at the ring ceremony for the Philadelphia Eagles Superbowl Champions. He has also been hired as game day staff for the Eagles. To connect with Ben for more information about future projects, please follow him on Instagram @benrct, on Twitter @BenergyEAC and on facebook at facebook.com/ben.hartranft. Visit Benergy1.com to learn more about Ben's story and how to have him present for your organization. Thank you for sharing your experiences with us, Alexis! “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays. @missamerica @missamericany @missnewyorkorg @fromanewperspectiveorg @misspascholarshipfoundation @missamericapa @meghantheeslp @missthousandislands20ny. Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM #SpectrumSundays #DifferentNotLess #Autism #AutismSpectrum #AutismSpectrumDisorders #ASD #Awareness #Acceptance #Appreciation #AutismAwareness #AutismAcceptance #AutismAppreciation #SpecialNeeds #Accept #Respect #Empower #Advocate #Service #Neurodiversity #Inclusion

    Ep. 77 - Breaking Glass Ceilings & Serving as a Role Model

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2021 32:38


    We are excited to share Alexis Wineman's second visit with Spectrum Sundays this week! She is an autism self-advocate who was diagnosed with autism at the age of 11. She now works as a daycare and preschool professional. Alexis enjoys public speaking and held the prestigious title of Miss Montana 2012, where she expanded upon her advocacy work for the autism community. She was also voted as America's Choice in 2013 when she graced the Miss America stage in Las Vegas, Nevada. To connect with Alexis for more information about future projects, Facebook and twitter @AlexisWineman, on Instagram @alexis.wineman, and visit her website at alexiswineman.com. Thank you for sharing your experiences with us, Alexis! “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays. @missamerica @missamericany @missnewyorkorg @fromanewperspectiveorg @misspascholarshipfoundation @missamericapa @meghantheeslp @missthousandislands20ny. Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM #SpectrumSundays #DifferentNotLess #Autism #AutismSpectrum #AutismSpectrumDisorders #ASD #Awareness #Acceptance #Appreciation #AutismAwareness #AutismAcceptance #AutismAppreciation #SpecialNeeds #Accept #Respect #Empower #Advocate #Service #Neurodiversity #Inclusion

    Ep. 76 - Using Your Talents to Build a Career

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2021 16:22


    Help us welcome Ben Hartranft to Spectrum Sundays this week. He is a self-advocate who is the president of Benergy1 Presentations. His mission is to promote kindness, inspiration, and achievement through education. Ben has presented his message of inclusion and kindness at over 40 schools and businesses sharing his story of being non-verbal at the age of 2 to now being a full-time public speaker. Ben has many public appearances such as being a guest on the Ellen show and carrying the Lombardi trophy at the ring ceremony for the Philadelphia Eagles Superbowl Champions. He has also been hired as game day staff for the Eagles. To connect with Ben for more information about future projects, please follow him on Instagram @benrct, on Twitter @BenergyEAC and on facebook at facebook.com/ben.hartranft. Visit Benergy1.com to learn more about Ben's story and how to have him present for your organization. Thank you for sharing your experiences with us, Alexis! “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays. @missamerica @missamericany @missnewyorkorg @fromanewperspectiveorg @misspascholarshipfoundation @missamericapa @meghantheeslp @missthousandislands20ny. Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM #SpectrumSundays #DifferentNotLess #Autism #AutismSpectrum #AutismSpectrumDisorders #ASD #Awareness #Acceptance #Appreciation #AutismAwareness #AutismAcceptance #AutismAppreciation #SpecialNeeds #Accept #Respect #Empower #Advocate #Service #Neurodiversity #Inclusion

    Ep. 75 - Advancing the Autism Advocacy Movement

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2021 59:14


    Please help us welcome Alexis Wineman to Spectrum Sundays this week! She is an autism self-advocate who was diagnosed with autism at the age of 11. She now works as a daycare and preschool professional. Alexis enjoys public speaking and held the prestigious title of Miss Montana 2012, where she expanded upon her advocacy work for the autism community. She was also voted as America's Choice in 2013 when she graced the Miss America stage in Las Vegas, Nevada. To connect with Alexis for more information about future projects, Facebook and twitter @AlexisWineman, on Instagram @alexis.wineman, and visit her website at alexiswineman.com. Thank you for sharing your experiences with us, Alexis! “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays. @missamerica @missamericany @missnewyorkorg @fromanewperspectiveorg @misspascholarshipfoundation @missamericapa @meghantheeslp @missthousandislands20ny. Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM #SpectrumSundays #DifferentNotLess #Autism #AutismSpectrum #AutismSpectrumDisorders #ASD #Awareness #Acceptance #Appreciation #AutismAwareness #AutismAcceptance #AutismAppreciation #SpecialNeeds #Accept #Respect #Empower #Advocate #Service #Neurodiversity #Inclusion

    Ep. 74 - Accommodations & Misconceptions

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2021 23:59


    This week, we welcome Allison Peterman back to Spectrum Sundays. Ally was diagnosed with autism at the age of 19 in 2021. Since her diagnosis, she's been working through social media to break stereotypes about autism and educate parents and advocates. Currently, she attends Pennsylvania State University and she aspires to become a pediatric X-ray technologist at a children's hospital. She also wishes to travel and speak about the misconceptions of autism while advocating for the community. To connect with Allison for more information about future projects, you can find her on Instagram at @allypeterman. Thank you for sharing your experiences with us, Ally! “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays. @missamerica @missamericany @missnewyorkorg @fromanewperspectiveorg @misspascholarshipfoundation @missamericapa @meghantheeslp @missthousandislands20ny. Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM #SpectrumSundays #DifferentNotLess #Autism #AutismSpectrum #AutismSpectrumDisorders #ASD #Awareness #Acceptance #Appreciation #AutismAwareness #AutismAcceptance #AutismAppreciation #SpecialNeeds #Accept #Respect #Empower #Advocate #Service #Neurodiversity #Inclusion

    Ep. 73 - Exploring a Later Autism Diagnosis for Autistic Women

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2021 23:13


    This week on Spectrum Sundays, we are introducing Allison Peterman who was diagnosed with autism at the age of 19 in 2021. Since her diagnosis, she's been working through social media to break stereotypes about autism and educate parents and advocates. Currently, she attends Pennsylvania State University and she aspires to become a pediatric X-ray technologist at a children's hospital. She also wishes to travel and speak about the misconceptions of autism while advocating for the community. To connect with Allison for more information about future projects, you can find her on Instagram at @allypeterman. Thank you for sharing your experiences with us, Ally! “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays. @missamerica @missamericany @missnewyorkorg @fromanewperspectiveorg @misspascholarshipfoundation @missamericapa @meghantheeslp @missthousandislands20ny. Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM #SpectrumSundays #DifferentNotLess #Autism #AutismSpectrum #AutismSpectrumDisorders #ASD #Awareness #Acceptance #Appreciation #AutismAwareness #AutismAcceptance #AutismAppreciation #SpecialNeeds #Accept #Respect #Empower #Advocate #Service #Neurodiversity #Inclusion

    Ep. 72 - Disability Advocacy & Career Connections

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2021 25:12


    Please help us welcome Alyssa Bohm back to Spectrum Sundays! Alyssa held the title of Miss Wisconsin 2019 & 2020 within the Miss America Organization. She received her degree in Special Education from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater and is devoted to the autism community through her advocacy. Her social impact initiative, "Embracing Special Needs, Building Inclusive Communities", as well as her work with the Special Olympics of Wisconsin, has shaped her professional ambitions and the communities around her. To connect with Alyssa for more information about future projects, you can find her on Instagram @abohm30 and on Facebook at Alyssa Marie. Thank you for sharing your experiences with us, Alyssa! “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays. @missamerica @missamericany @missnewyorkorg @fromanewperspectiveorg @misspascholarshipfoundation @missamericapa @meghantheeslp @missthousandislands20ny. Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM #SpectrumSundays #DifferentNotLess #Autism #AutismSpectrum #AutismSpectrumDisorders #ASD #Awareness #Acceptance #Appreciation #AutismAwareness #AutismAcceptance #AutismAppreciation #SpecialNeeds #Accept #Respect #Empower #Advocate #Service #Neurodiversity #Inclusion

    Ep. 71 - The Power of Your Network and Community

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2021 12:15


    This week, we welcome back Kelly Bensinger to Spectrum Sundays! She holds a degree in Early Childhood Education from Pennsylvania State University. She is a Certified Employment Supports Professional and works as a Career Developer for individuals with autism. She focuses on advocating for her clients and developing customizable employment opportunities. To connect with Kelly for more information about future projects, you can reach her via email at Kelly.Bensinger@VISTAautismservices.org. Thank you for sharing your stories with us, Kelly! “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays. @missamerica @missamericany @missnewyorkorg @fromanewperspectiveorg @misspascholarshipfoundation @missamericapa @missthousandislands20ny. Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM #SpectrumSundays #DifferentNotLess #Autism #AutismSpectrum #AutismSpectrumDisorders #ASD #Awareness #Acceptance #Appreciation #AutismAwareness #AutismAcceptance #AutismAppreciation #SpecialNeeds #Accept #Respect #Empower #Advocate #Service #Neurodiversity #Inclusion

    Ep. 70 - Tangible Experiences for Students to Learn About Disabilities

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2021 21:20


    This week, we welcome Alyssa Bohm to Spectrum Sundays! She held the title of Miss Wisconsin 2019 & 2020 within the Miss America Organization. She received her degree in Special Education from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater and is devoted to the autism community through her advocacy. Her social impact initiative, "Embracing Special Needs, Building Inclusive Communities", as well as her work with the Special Olympics of Wisconsin, has shaped her professional ambitions and the communities around her. To connect with Alyssa for more information about future projects, you can find her on Instagram @abohm30 and on Facebook at Alyssa Marie. Thank you for sharing your experiences with us, Alyssa! “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays. @missamerica @missamericany @missnewyorkorg @fromanewperspectiveorg @misspascholarshipfoundation @missamericapa @meghantheeslp @missthousandislands20ny. Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM #SpectrumSundays #DifferentNotLess #Autism #AutismSpectrum #AutismSpectrumDisorders #ASD #Awareness #Acceptance #Appreciation #AutismAwareness #AutismAcceptance #AutismAppreciation #SpecialNeeds #Accept #Respect #Empower #Advocate #Service #Neurodiversity #Inclusion

    Ep. 69 - Trusting Your Intuition, From a Parent's Perspective

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2021 44:16


    This week we welcome back Anita Young, who holds a bachelor's degree in Spanish Education from Mansfield University, a Master's Degree in Instructional Technology from Wilkes University, and is currently working toward her Principal's Certification at Point Park University. In this episode we talk about her experience working in the schools. We also discussed the process of seeking an autism diagnosis as a parent. She is an active member in her community and supports the Central PA Autism Community by organizing, coordinating, and producing marketing information for community events. To connect with Anita for more information about future projects, you can reach her at anitayoung0914@gmail.com, follow her on twitter at @anitayoung914, and visit the Central PA Autism Community website at centralpaautism.weebly.com. You can also find the World of Learning Institute website at worldoflearninginstitute.com and on instagram @world_of_learning_institute. Thank you for sharing your stories with us, Anita! “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays. @missamerica @missamericany @missnewyorkorg @fromanewperspectiveorg @misspascholarshipfoundation @missamericapa @meghantheeslp @missthousandislands20ny. Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM #SpectrumSundays #DifferentNotLess #Autism #AutismSpectrum #AutismSpectrumDisorders #ASD #Awareness #Acceptance #Appreciation #AutismAwareness #AutismAcceptance #AutismAppreciation #SpecialNeeds #Accept #Respect #Empower #Advocate #Service #Neurodiversity #Inclusion

    Ep. 68 - Kelly Bensinger, Educator, Certified Employment Supports Professional

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2021 18:00


    This week on Spectrum Sundays, we are introducing Kelly Bensinger who holds a degree in Early Childhood Education from Pennsylvania State University. She is a Certified Employment Supports Professional and works as a Career Developer for individuals with autism. She focuses on advocating for her clients and developing customizable employment opportunities. To connect with Kelly for more information about future projects, you can reach her via email at Kelly.Bensinger@VISTAautismservices.org. Thank you for sharing your stories with us, Kelly! “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays. @missamerica @missamericany @missnewyorkorg @fromanewperspectiveorg @misspascholarshipfoundation @missamericapa @missthousandislands20ny. Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM #SpectrumSundays #DifferentNotLess #Autism #AutismSpectrum #AutismSpectrumDisorders #ASD #Awareness #Acceptance #Appreciation #AutismAwareness #AutismAcceptance #AutismAppreciation #SpecialNeeds #Accept #Respect #Empower #Advocate #Service #Neurodiversity #Inclusion

    Ep. 67 - Anita Young, Autism Parent, Educator, Central PA Autism Community

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2021 34:47


    Please welcome Anita Young as she joins us on Spectrum Sundays this week! In this episode, Anita shares about the experience of her daughter's, Mia, diagnoses of Autism. She also explains how it has impacted her family and her career. Anita holds a bachelor's degree in Spanish Education from Mansfield University, a Master's Degree in Instructional Technology from Wilkes University, and is currently working toward her Principal's Certification at Point Park University. She is an active member of her community and supports the Central PA Autism Community by organizing, coordinating, and producing marketing information for community events. To connect with Anita for more information about future projects, you can reach her at anitayoung0914@gmail.com, follow her on twitter at @anitayoung914, and visit the Central PA Autism Community website at centralpaautism.weebly.com. You can also find the World of Learning Institute website at worldoflearninginstitute.com and on instagram @world_of_learning_institute. Thank you for sharing your stories with us, Anita! “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays. @missamerica @missamericany @missnewyorkorg @fromanewperspectiveorg @misspascholarshipfoundation @missamericapa @missthousandislands20ny. Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM #SpectrumSundays #DifferentNotLess #Autism #AutismSpectrum #AutismSpectrumDisorders #ASD #Awareness #Acceptance #Appreciation #AutismAwareness #AutismAcceptance #AutismAppreciation #SpecialNeeds #Accept #Respect #Empower #Advocate #Service #Neurodiversity #Inclusion

    Ep. 66 - Haley Moss, Self-Advocate, Attorney, Neurodiversity Activist (Part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2021 45:28


    This week, we are so excited to welcome back Haley Moss to Spectrum Sundays! Haley made international headlines for becoming the first documented, openly autistic attorney admitted to The Florida Bar. Haley is the author of Great Minds Think Differently: Neurodiversity for Lawyers and Other Professionals, The Young Autistic Adults Independence Handbook, Middle School: The Stuff Nobody Tells You About, and A Freshman Survival Guide for College Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Haley's work on neurodiversity, autism, and disability has also been published in national media outlets. You can find Haley on Instagram/Twitter: @haleymossart, Facebook: www.facebook.com/haleymossart, and LinkedIn: Haley Moss, Esq. Thank you for sharing your stories with us, Haley! “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays. @missamerica @missamericany @missnewyorkorg @fromanewperspectiveorg @misspascholarshipfoundation @missamericapa @missthousandislands20ny. Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM #SpectrumSundays #DifferentNotLess #Autism #AutismSpectrum #AutismSpectrumDisorders #ASD #Awareness #Acceptance #Appreciation #AutismAwareness #AutismAcceptance #AutismAppreciation #SpecialNeeds #Accept #Respect #Empower #Advocate #Service #Neurodiversity #Inclusion

    Ep. 65 - Rochelle Gardner, Self-Advocate, Writer (Part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2021 33:08


    Rochelle Gardner is a passionate self-advocate who is also a talented story and poetry writer. She spoke about her ability to quickly memorize information which enhances her writing skills. She also shared about the many struggles she faced during her school years and how to be a better ally for someone with autism. You can find her websites: facebook.com/TheLunarRoseWriters & facebook.com/kaoslovesfrack. Thank you for sharing your stories with us, Rochelle! “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays. @missamerica @missamericany @missnewyorkorg @fromanewperspectiveorg @misspascholarshipfoundation @missamericapa @missthousandislands20ny. Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM #SpectrumSundays #DifferentNotLess #Autism #AutismSpectrum #AutismSpectrumDisorders #ASD #Awareness #Acceptance #Appreciation #AutismAwareness #AutismAcceptance #AutismAppreciation #SpecialNeeds #Accept #Respect #Empower #Advocate #Service #Neurodiversity #Inclusion

    Ep. 64 - Dana Young-Askew, Author & Parent of a Child with Autism (Part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2021 38:51


    This week, we welcome back Dana Young-Askew to Spectrum Sundays! She recently wrote "Come Meet Drayden", a children's book from the perspective of siblings of a child with autism. She is particularly passionate about encouraging conversations of acceptance and inclusion with children at a very young age. Dana also shares with us more about her experiences as a mother and how parenting Drayden has taught her valuable lessons over the years. You can find her website at www.myautismcandle.com/, follow her on instagram @ComeMeetDrayden, and follow her Facebook group at www.facebook.com/ComeMeetDrayden. Thank you for sharing your time and stories with us, Dana! “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays. @missamerica @missamericany @missnewyorkorg @fromanewperspectiveorg @misspascholarshipfoundation @missamericapa @missthousandislands20ny. Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM #SpectrumSundays #DifferentNotLess #Autism #AutismSpectrum #AutismSpectrumDisorders #ASD #Awareness #Acceptance #Appreciation #AutismAwareness #AutismAcceptance #AutismAppreciation #SpecialNeeds #Accept #Respect #Empower #Advocate #Service #Neurodiversity #Inclusion

    Ep. 63 - Kayla Monville, Author & Mother of Two Children with Autism (Part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2021 41:01


    Kayla Monville is the mother of two children with autism who were inspiration of her book, “Rock with Me”. She is a special educator in Coldwater, Michigan and actively teaches education fundamentals to future educators. We talked about how her professional background and personal life tie together to make her a more well-rounded and impactful teacher. You can follow her on Instagram @reasofsteeleautism and Facebook at Autism Inspired Resources! Also check out her website: reasofsteele.com. Thank you for sharing your time and stories with us, Kayla! “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays. @missamerica @missamericany @missnewyorkorg @fromanewperspectiveorg @misspascholarshipfoundation @missamericapa @missthousandislands20ny. Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM #SpectrumSundays #DifferentNotLess #Autism #AutismSpectrum #AutismSpectrumDisorders #ASD #Awareness #Acceptance #Appreciation #AutismAwareness #AutismAcceptance #AutismAppreciation #SpecialNeeds #Accept #Respect #Empower #Advocate #Service #Neurodiversity #Inclusion

    Ep. 62 - Vincent Balestrieri, Autism Movement Project (Part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2021 34:38


    This week we are sharing more about Vincent Balestrieri's experiences as an autism professional at Autism Movement Project (AMP) Sports and Fitness, a school psychologist, board certified behavior analyst, and certified trainer. He explained his perspective on working in the autism community and how he used his passions for a purpose. Vin shared his experience in coaching autistic athletes and provided insight on how AMP Sports and Fitness impacts the Manasquan, New Jersey community where AMP was founded. You can follow AMP Sports and Fitness on Instagram and Facebook @autismmovementproject. Check out their website to learn more about what they do at ampfitnj.com and contact them via email at info@ampfitnj.com. Thank you so much for visiting with us, Vin! “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays and don't forget to subscribe to our series for weekly episodes! @MissAmerica @MissAmericaNY @MissNewYorkOrg@FromANewPerspectiveOrg@MissPAScholarshipFoundation @MissamericaPA. Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM. #SpectrumSundays #DifferentNotLess #Autism #AutismSpectrum #AutismSpectrumDisorders #ASD#Awareness #Acceptance #Appreciation #AutismAwareness #AutismAcceptance #AutismAppreciation #SpecialNeeds #Accept #Respect #Empower #Advocate #Service #Neurodiversity #Inclusion

    Ep. 61 - Haley Moss, Self-Advocate, Attorney, Neurodiversity Activist

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2021 39:45


    This week, we are so excited to welcome Haley Moss to Spectrum Sundays! Haley made international headlines for becoming the first documented, openly autistic attorney admitted to The Florida Bar. Haley is the author of Great Minds Think Differently: Neurodiversity for Lawyers and Other Professionals, The Young Autistic Adults Independence Handbook, Middle School: The Stuff Nobody Tells You About, and A Freshman Survival Guide for College Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Haley's work on neurodiversity, autism, and disability has also been published in national media outlets. You can find Haley on Instagram/Twitter: @haleymossart, Facebook: www.facebook.com/haleymossart, and LinkedIn: Haley Moss, Esq. Thank you for sharing your stories with us, Haley! “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays. @missamerica @missamericany @missnewyorkorg @fromanewperspectiveorg @misspascholarshipfoundation @missamericapa @missthousandislands20ny. Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM #SpectrumSundays #DifferentNotLess #Autism #AutismSpectrum #AutismSpectrumDisorders #ASD #Awareness #Acceptance #Appreciation #AutismAwareness #AutismAcceptance #AutismAppreciation #SpecialNeeds #Accept #Respect #Empower #Advocate #Service #Neurodiversity #Inclusion

    Ep. 60 - Larry Humphreys, BCBA, Exec. Director & Owner Behavioral Autism Therapies

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2021 56:14


    This week on Spectrum Sundays Larry Humphreys joined us for a conversation on therapeutic services. Larry is a double-master clinical psychologist and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Larry has over 21 years of experience working with individuals with Autism, Special Needs, and their families. He is also a business owner of two companies: Behavioral Autism Therapies and Special Needz Coffee in Ontario, California. You can find Behavior Autism Therapies at behavioralautismtherapies.com, and follow B.A.T. on Instagram and facebook @BehavioralAutismTherapies. Thank you for sharing your stories with us, Larry! “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays. @missamerica @missamericany @missnewyorkorg @fromanewperspectiveorg @misspascholarshipfoundation @missamericapa @missthousandislands20ny. Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM #SpectrumSundays #DifferentNotLess #Autism #AutismSpectrum #AutismSpectrumDisorders #ASD #Awareness #Acceptance #Appreciation #AutismAwareness #AutismAcceptance #AutismAppreciation #SpecialNeeds #Accept #Respect #Empower #Advocate #Service #Neurodiversity #Inclusion

    Ep. 59 - Rochelle Gardner, Self-Advocate, Writer

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2021 41:58


    Rochelle Gardner is a passionate self-advocate who is also a talented story and poetry writer. She spoke about her ability to quickly memorize information which enhances her writing skills. She also shared about the many struggles she faced during her school years and how to be a better ally for someone with autism. You can find her websites: facebook.com/TheLunarRoseWriters & facebook.com/kaoslovesfrack. Thank you for sharing your stories with us, Rochelle! “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays. @missamerica @missamericany @missnewyorkorg @fromanewperspectiveorg @misspascholarshipfoundation @missamericapa @missthousandislands20ny. Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM #SpectrumSundays #DifferentNotLess #Autism #AutismSpectrum #AutismSpectrumDisorders #ASD #Awareness #Acceptance #Appreciation #AutismAwareness #AutismAcceptance #AutismAppreciation #SpecialNeeds #Accept #Respect #Empower #Advocate #Service #Neurodiversity #Inclusion

    Ep. 58 - Dana Young-Askew, Author & Parent of a Child with Autism

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2021 40:56


    This week, we welcome Dana Young-Askew to Spectrum Sundays! She recently wrote "Come Meet Drayden", a children's book from the perspective of siblings of a child with autism. She is particularly passionate about encouraging conversations of acceptance and inclusion with children at a very young age. Dana also shares with us more about her experiences as a mother and how parenting Drayden has taught her valuable lessons over the years. You can find her website at www.myautismcandle.com/, follow her on instagram @ComeMeetDrayden, and follow her Facebook group at www.facebook.com/ComeMeetDrayden. Thank you for sharing your time and stories with us, Dana! “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays. @missamerica @missamericany @missnewyorkorg @fromanewperspectiveorg @misspascholarshipfoundation @missamericapa @missthousandislands20ny. Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM

    Ep. 57 - Kayla Monville, Author, Educator, & Mother of Two Children with Autism

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2021 48:19


    Kayla Monville is the mother of two children with autism who were inspiration of her book, “Rock with Me”. She is a special educator in Coldwater, Michigan and actively teaches education fundamentals to future educators. We talked about how her professional background and personal life tie together to make her a more well-rounded and impactful teacher. You can follow her on Instagram @reasofsteeleautism and Facebook at Autism Inspired Resources! Also check out her website: reasofsteele.com. Thank you for sharing your time and stories with us, Kayla! “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays. @missamerica @missamericany @missnewyorkorg @fromanewperspectiveorg @misspascholarshipfoundation @missamericapa @missthousandislands20ny. Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM

    Ep. 56 - Jaymie Bianca, Miss Bristol 2021, Autism Advocate (Part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2021 30:09


    Welcome back Jaymie Bianca, Miss Bristol 2021 of Connecticut, who shared many stories with us about her experiences with the Miss America Organization and memories of her advocating for autism awareness and acceptance. She has worked with numerous organizations and spoken at the State Capitol on behalf of her social impact "OpportunAbility: Providing Opportunities for People of All Abilities". Jaymie will be graduating this May from Trinity College with three degrees in Educational Studies, Human Rights, and English. You can follow her on Instagram @miss.bristol2021 and Facebook at facebook.com/MissBristol2021! We are excited to support her on her journey to Miss Connecticut on April 10th and 11th. Thank you for sharing your time and stories with us, Jaymie! “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays. @missamerica @missamericany @missnewyorkorg @fromanewperspectiveorg @misspascholarshipfoundation @missamericapa @missthousandislands20ny. Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM #SpectrumSundays #DifferentNotLess #Autism #AutismSpectrum #AutismSpectrumDisorders #ASD #Awareness #Acceptance #Appreciation #AutismAwareness #AutismAcceptance #AutismAppreciation #SpecialNeeds #Accept #Respect #Empower #Advocate #Service #Neurodiversity #Inclusion

    Ep. 55 - Margaret Carpenter-Dove, Self-Advocate, MAO titleholder (Part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2021 17:41


    Welcome back to Spectrum Sundays! This week we are sharing more experiences from Margaret Carpenter-Dove, also known as Miss Greater Hamden. She is an accomplished athlete as well as a candidate in the Miss Connecticut Organization (MAO). In this episode, she shared more about herself, and what she is looking forward to at the Miss Connecticut Scholarship Competition. She also provided some resources for her local autism community. Please make sure to follow Margaret on Instagram @margaretcarpenterd2 and Twitter @margaretcarpd2. Thank you for sharing with us, Margaret! “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays and don't forget to subscribe to our series for weekly episodes! @MissAmerica @MissAmericaNY @MissNewYorkOrg @FromANewPerspectiveOrg @MissPAScholarshipFoundation @MissamericaPA. Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM.

    Ep. 54 - Lauren Melissa, Self-Advocate, & Neurodiversity Activist (Part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2021 58:35


    This week we welcome back Lauren Melissa, also known on social media as Autienelle. She is an autistic advocate and public influencer. In following her passions, she obtained a BA in Creative Writing and MS in Library and Information Sciences. Her background in creative writing truly shines in her articulate and informative blogs and posts about her autistic characteristics and traits. Lauren Melissa is also an established public figure within the autism community and has shared her voice on a multitude of platforms around the world. We are so glad to have her on our series to share her perspective with our viewers. You can find her on Instagram and Twitter @Autienelle and find her check out her website at https://instabio.cc/autienelle. Thank you, Lauren Melissa! “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays and don't forget to subscribe to our series for weekly episodes! @MissAmerica @MissAmericaNY @MissNewYorkOrg@FromANewPerspectiveOrg@MissPAScholarshipFoundation @MissamericaPA. Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM.

    Ep. 53 - Vincent Balestrieri, Autism Movement Project

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2021 48:08


    This week we are sharing Vincent Balestrieri's experiences as an autism professional at Autism Movement Project (AMP) Sports and Fitness, a school psychologist, board certified behavior analyst, and certified trainer. He explained his perspective on working in the autism community and how he used his passions for a purpose. Vin shared his experience in coaching autistic athletes and provided insight on how AMP Sports and Fitness impacts the Manasquan, New Jersey community where AMP was founded. You can follow AMP Sports and Fitness on Instagram and Facebook @autismmovementproject. Check out their website to learn more about what they do at ampfitnj.com and contact them via email at info@ampfitnj.com. Thank you so much for visiting with us, Vin! “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays. Francesca D'Alessandro: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Meghan Sinisi: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter From a New Perspective: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Miss America: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Miss New York: Website - Instagram - Facebook Miss Pennsylvania: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM

    One Year of Spectrum Sundays: Hear Their Voices

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2021 16:41


    This weekend, Spectrum Sundays celebrates its 1 year anniversary! We are so honored and humbled by the many voices within the autism community we have interviewed over the last year. We have learned so much during the many discussions we have shared and we hope you have too. Thank you to all the guests who have given their time and shared their perspectives. Additionally, thank you to all of our viewers who have supported us throughout this entire experience! “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays. Francesca D'Alessandro: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Meghan Sinisi: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter From a New Perspective: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Miss America: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Miss New York: Website - Instagram - Facebook Miss Pennsylvania: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM

    Ep. 51 - Michelle Dampf, CCC-SLP Thompson Center for Autism (Part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2021 48:45


    This week we welcome back Michelle Dampf, who is a speech-language pathologist at the MU Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders. She has extensive clinical experience providing services for individuals on the spectrum and leads multiple autism social language groups. We are so thankful that Michelle shared her knowledge and experience with us to address important topics within the autism community. To find more information about the Thompson Center, please visit the links below. Thank you so much for visiting with us, Michelle! MU Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Supporting the Spectrum Podcast “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays and don't forget to subscribe to our series for weekly episodes! Francesca D'Alessandro: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Meghan Sinisi: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter From a New Perspective: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Miss America: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Miss New York: Website - Instagram - Facebook Miss Pennsylvania: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM

    Ep. 50 - Jaymie Bianca, Miss Bristol 2021, Autism Advocate

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2021 32:45


    Jaymie Bianca, Miss Bristol 2021 of Connecticut, has joined us this week for an interesting conversation about policy reform and advocating for the autism community as a family member. She has worked with numerous organizations and spoken at the State Capitol on behalf of her social impact "OpportunAbility: Providing Opportunities for People of All Abilities". Jaymie will be graduating this May from Trinity College with three degrees in Educational Studies, Human Rights, and English. We are excited to support her on her journey to Miss Connecticut on April 10th and 11th. Thank you for sharing your time and stories with us, Jaymie! Jaymie: Instagram Miss Connecticut: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays. Francesca D'Alessandro: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Meghan Sinisi: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter From a New Perspective: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Miss America: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Miss New York: Website - Instagram - Facebook Miss Pennsylvania: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM

    Ep. 49 - Monica Fenwick, Autism Advocate, Miss Greater Watertown (Part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2021 22:39


    Monica Fenwick, Miss Greater Watertown of Connecticut, is an active and dedicated autism advocate for her community. Her initiative, "Autism Speaks: It's Time to Listen", has been a long-time passion for hers. Through her advocacy, she hopes to be a “piece to the puzzle" in creating a more accepting and inclusive world. She is pursuing a degree in Human Services and Rehabilitation Studies with a concentration in Communication Sciences Disorders and a minor in Education from the Assumption University in Massachusetts. You can follow her on Instagram (link below) to support her journey to Miss Connecticut this April 2021. Please also make sure to check out her original interview with us (Ep. #44). Thank you so much for visiting with us, Monica! Monica: Instagram - Email Miss Connecticut: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter “Spectrum Sundays” is a collaborative project designed to foster acceptance and respect for autism while empowering individuals to share their stories. We would love to hear from you! Message us with questions, follow us on social media, and make sure to subscribe to our series for weekly updates! Francesca D'Alessandro: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Meghan Sinisi: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter From a New Perspective: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Miss America: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Miss New York: Website - Instagram - Facebook Miss Pennsylvania: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM

    Ep. 48 - Basmah Alshatti, Bilingual, SLP Graduate Student (Part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2021 31:26


    Please help us welcome back Basmah Alshatti to Spectrum Sundays! She is a second-year graduate student at the University of Missouri studying Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences. The Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders recently highlighted her as a student leader for her best care practices and personal journey. She serves as a great example of student initiative and expertise within the autism community. If you missed Basmah's original visit to Spectrum Sundays, you can go back to episode #43 to learn more about her work and experiences! You can also follow Basmah on Instagram @woal17. Thank you so much for visiting with us, Basmah! Basmah Alshatti: Instagram Thompson Center: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Podcast “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays and don't forget to subscribe to our series for weekly episodes! Francesca D'Alessandro: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Meghan Sinisi: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter From a New Perspective: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Miss America: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Miss New York: Website - Instagram - Facebook Miss Pennsylvania: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM

    Ep. 47 - Margaret Carpenter-Dove, Self-Advocate, Miss Greater Hamden 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2021 27:43


    Margaret Carpenter-Dove, serving her community as Miss Greater Hamden, is a highly accomplished athlete who will compete for the job of Miss Connecticut 2021 this April. Margaret shares with us about her advocacy, her background in sports, her work at Vista Life Innovations special needs school, and her inspiration behind competing in the Miss America Organization. She also provides words of encouragement for the autism community. We welcome you to follow Margaret's journey on social media at the links below. Thank you for visiting with us, Margaret! Margaret Carpenter-Dove: Instagram - Twitter “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays and don't forget to subscribe to our series for weekly episodes! Francesca D'Alessandro: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Meghan Sinisi: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter From a New Perspective: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Miss America: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Miss New York: Website - Instagram - Facebook Miss Pennsylvania: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM

    Ep. 46 - Lauren Melissa, Self-Advocate & Neurodiversity Activist

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2021 45:51


    Lauren Melissa, also known on social media as Autienelle, is an autistic advocate and public influencer. In following her passions, she obtained a BA in Creative Writing and MS in Library and Information Sciences. Her background in creative writing truly shines in her articulate and informative blogs and posts about her autistic characteristics and traits. Lauren Melissa is also an established public figure within the autism community and has shared her voice on a multitude of platforms around the world. We are so glad to have her on our series to share her perspective with our viewers. You can follow her on social media at the links below. Thank you, Lauren! Lauren Melissa: Website - Instagram “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays and don't forget to subscribe to our series for weekly episodes! Francesca D'Alessandro: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Meghan Sinisi: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter From a New Perspective: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Miss America: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Miss New York: Website - Instagram - Facebook Miss Pennsylvania: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM

    Ep. 45 - Michelle Dampf, CCC-SLP, MU Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2021 44:28


    This week we welcome Michelle Dampf, who is a speech-language pathologist at the MU Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders. She has extensive clinical experience providing services for individuals on the spectrum and leads multiple autism social language groups. On this episode, we discuss general information about autism, the evaluation process, and early diagnosis of autism. We are so thankful that Michelle shared her knowledge and experience with us to address important topics within the autism community. To find more information about the Thompson Center, please visit the links below. Thank you so much for visiting with us, Michelle! MU Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Supporting the Spectrum Podcast “Spectrum Sundays” is a weekly series committed to bringing together autism professionals and advocates. We would love to share your personal stories! Please feel free to message us or email SpectrumSundays@gmail.com if you would like to be featured on Spectrum Sundays and don't forget to subscribe to our series for weekly episodes! Francesca D'Alessandro: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Meghan Sinisi: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter From a New Perspective: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Miss America: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Miss New York: Website - Instagram - Facebook Miss Pennsylvania: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM

    Ep. 44 - Monica Fenwick, Autism Advocate, MAO Local Titleholder

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2021 21:54


    Monica Fenwick, Miss Greater Watertown of Connecticut, is an active and dedicated autism advocate for her community. Her initiative, "Autism Speaks: It's Time to Listen", has been a long-time passion for hers. Through her advocacy, she hopes to be a “piece to the puzzle" in creating a more accepting and inclusive world. She is pursuing a degree in Human Services and Rehabilitation Studies with a concentration in Communication Sciences Disorders and a minor in Education from the Assumption University in Massachusetts. You can follow her on Instagram (link below) to support her journey to Miss Connecticut this April 2021. Thank you so much for visiting with us, Monica! Monica: Instagram - Email Miss Connecticut: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter “Spectrum Sundays” is a collaborative project designed to foster acceptance and respect for autism while empowering individuals to share their stories. We would love to hear from you! Message us with questions, follow us on social media, and make sure to subscribe to our series for weekly updates! Francesca D'Alessandro: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Meghan Sinisi: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter From a New Perspective: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Miss America: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Miss New York: Website - Instagram - Facebook Miss Pennsylvania: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM

    Ep. 43 - Basmah Alshatti, Bilingual, SLP Graduate Student, University of Missouri

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2021 46:09


    Basmah Alshatti is a second-year graduate student at the University of Missouri studying Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences. The Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders recently highlighted her as a student leader for her best care practices and personal journey. She serves as a great example of student initiative and expertise within the autism community. In this episode, she discusses with us about her previous clinical experiences as an SLP in Kuwait, navigating the SLP field as a bilingual, and the lessons she has learned as graduate clinician working with individuals on the autism spectrum. We are honored to welcome Basmah to Spectrum Sundays and to help spread her message of inclusion for all. Thank you so much for visiting with us, Basmah! Basmah Alshatti: Instagram Thompson Center: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Podcast “Spectrum Sundays” is a collaborative project designed to foster acceptance and respect for autism while empowering individuals to share their stories. We would love to hear from you! Message us with questions, follow us on social media, and make sure to subscribe to our series for weekly updates! Francesca D'Alessandro: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Meghan Sinisi: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter From a New Perspective: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Miss America: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Miss New York: Website - Instagram - Facebook Miss Pennsylvania: Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter Music: Sunset On Terra by HYBRID V is licensed under a Creative Commons License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM

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