Podcasts about actuallyautistic

You know how they tell you that websites and apps follow your every move and then design their product to get the most out of you? And you know how each and every time a digital product gets updated it gets worse and harder to use? How can both of these be true? Well, let me get you in on a Product Analytics secret: It's true that most websites and apps collect your data, but most of them just let it rot in dashboards nobody looks at, and release major features and redesigns without performing any mathematically rigorous analysis of the users' response. This is only one of many reasons why it's so hard to be autistic in Tech. My Product Analytics ex-colleague, Carolina (pronouns: she/they), will join me on this episode to rant with all our accumulated frustrations about the sad sad fact that most digital product providers really don't care about your data, and also just in general about being autistic in Tech.You can find Carolina on Instagram @millenialspinster Language note: The words Shit and Bullshit are being said a few times in the episode. You can support Aut2Aut on Betterplace and Gofundme, or buy our #ActuallyAutistic designs in our print-on-demand shop. This will help prepped.to go on providing a platform for autistic folks to share locations' sensory info and service instructions. Mentioned in this episode:Aut2Aut, the nonprofit I founded, providing free platforms and content by and for autistic peopleprepped.to is the website I created where autistic folks can upload and consult sensory info and service instructions about places, so folks can prep and script before going thereHow to support my nonprofitTheme music composed and produced by Lir Lutau Shahar (pronouns: he/fae/sea): YouTube, Soundcloud. For collaborations: lutaoshzh@gmail.com Follow Dr. Gal Schkolnik on LinkedIn, Mastodon or Tumblr

Jenine Lillian is a neurodiversity consultant, educator, and librarian who is #ActuallyAutistic. They provide evidence-based webinars, workshops, professionally-curated resources and advocacy for neurodivergent adults in work and life. With a lifetime of lived experience of being both Autistic and Dyslexic, without knowing until age 51, and three decades of professional experience connecting people with information and each other, Jenine is dedicated to celebrating, empowering and supporting the neurodivergent mind.You can connect and collaborate with Jenine via these links:Website: https://www.jeninelillian.com The Neurodivergent Network FREE on Skool: https://www.skool.com/the-neurodivergent-network-5854YouTube: @JenineLillianEmail: info@jeninelillian.com This podcast is for you if you're looking to; Join a community for creatives, entrepreneurs, and anyone who thinks ‘out of the box.'Find conversations on Autism, ADHD, and AuDHD, even Otrovertism.Learn how to use your unique wiring for a purposeful life.Visit Middle Earth Medicine to learn more and connect with Caroline.Your donations directly fuel the growth of this podcast! They allow Caroline to bring in even more wonderful and inspiring guests, expanding her reach to uplift even more listeners. Please show your support and become part of the magic! Donations of any amount are deeply appreciated. You can make a secure donation through PayPal using the link below. Every contribution, big or small, makes a difference! paypal.me/carolinecarey60 Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Summary:  In this first episode of the year, the guys crack open the idea of what it means to be new—not just with gym memberships and resolutions, but deep in the rewiring of old patterns, assumptions, and emotional blind spots. Dan kicks things off by admitting his old “default setting” was to walk in the door wondering what he'd done wrong—proof that sometimes the battlefield is the hallway between the garage and the living room. From there, Jeremy confesses his own default: being right about everything. But a surprising comment from his son at a hockey game (“There's so much more going on than what's on TV”) hits him like a puck to the head and opens up a whole new way of seeing relationships. Kevin brings in the pastor's line, “Do you want to be right, or do you want to win?”—and discovers that relational victory doesn't always mean keeping score. Dan, meanwhile, reflects on curiosity as an antidote to assumption, while Jeff learns that geology may rock, but people matter more. Between dad jokes about rock stars, cul-de-sacs, and Fraggle Rock sing-alongs, the group lands somewhere between reflection and revelation: Becoming aware of your patterns.Accepting feedback without self-defense.Taking action toward connection, not correction.  By the end, they circle back to hope. If yesterday was about living on autopilot, this year is about choosing manual drive. “Participating in my own discovery,” Dan quips, “gives me the opportunity to participate in my own recovery.” So whether you're trying to read a face, repair a marriage, or just survive mornings before coffee, this conversation reminds you—every default can be rewritten. Pull Quotes “There's so much more going on than what's on the screen.”“Do you want to be right, or do you want to win?”“Participating in my own discovery gives me the opportunity to participate in my own recovery.” #justtheguys #danholmes #actuallyautistic #neurodiversecoupletips #neurodiverse men 

Originally recorded in 2019, this episode of Converge Autism Radio continues to resonate years later as conversations around late-diagnosed autistic women, masking, trauma, and identity have come into sharper focus.In Autism in Women: Late Diagnosis, Masking, and the Minds That Move Us Forward, we speak with Madonna Kilpatrick, a late-diagnosed autistic woman whose background spans anthropology, sociology, theater, improvisation, stand-up comedy, and museum education.Referred to the show by Dr. Mark Goulston, Madonna brings both intellectual rigor and lived experience to a deeply human conversation about what it means to discover your neurodivergence in adulthood—after decades of navigating the world without language for your wiring. Together, we explore high masking, stigma, creativity as survival, the overlap between trauma and neurodivergence, and how autistic cognition has quietly shaped culture, innovation, and progress all along. Madonna reflects on school, theater, intelligence, social expectations, and the cost of being misread for most of one's life—and what becomes possible when clarity finally arrives.This conversation predates much of today's mainstream dialogue around late diagnosis, yet it anticipates many of the insights now widely discussed: the limits of functioning labels, the emotional toll of masking, and the urgent need for more humane, nuanced understandings of autism—especially in women. Editor's NotesThis episode was recorded in 2019. Some terminology used reflects common clinical and cultural language of that time.References to terms such as “high-functioning” appear in the conversation. Current best practice emphasizes support needs and lived experience rather than functioning labels.Mentions of Asperger's / Asperger syndrome reflect diagnostic language in use at the time of recording. Today, these traits are understood within Autism Spectrum Disorder.These notes are included for context, not correction. The lived experiences and insights shared in this episode remain valid and valuable.This episode remains widely shared because it captures something timeless: the relief, grief, humor, and self-recognition that often accompany late diagnosis—and the realization that the minds once labeled “too much,” “too strange,” or “too intense” are often the very minds that move humanity forward.www.springbrookbehavioral.comwww.convergeautism.comwww.allabilitiesnofilter.com

In this heart-opening conversation, NeuroDuo's Lauren and Tom share how their late diagnoses of autism and ADHD transformed not only their individual lives but their relationship, creativity, and self-acceptance. They talk about battling stigma, navigating sensory overload, and learning to create content that mirrors their real experience—not performative or polished, but real, resonant, and healing. From clock ticks in an assessment room to the quiet validation of knowing you're not alone, this episode explores how authenticity becomes therapy—and how being understood can change everything.linktr.ee/neuroduoBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mental-health-news-radio--3082057/support.

In this candid and insightful conversation, host Kristin Walker sits down with Reverend Dr. Stephanie Holmes to explore her personal and professional journey in autism advocacy. From her daughter's early diagnosis to her family's multi-perspective book, Dr. Holmes shares how lived experience shaped her mission to support neurodivergent individuals, couples, and families—especially in faith-based communities. Together, they discuss the historic underdiagnosis of women on the spectrum, the nuances of masking, the need for inclusive education, and the often-overlooked intersections of autism, gender, and culture. This episode is a deep dive into breaking stereotypes, amplifying autistic voices, and creating genuine inclusion in schools, marriages, and communities.​Stephanie C. Holmes graduated from Campbell University summa cum laude with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology in 1994. She then completed her Master's in Counseling  summa cum laude through Liberty University  and further pursued licensing in  the state of NC which was obtained and held from 2001 through 2009. She was an LPC in good standing. Upon moving to Georgia, with a desire to reach more people through tele- counseling, she obtained other certifications to pursue her calling of working with marriage and families with special needs nationally and internationally.  Her highest held degree is an Ed.D from Abilene Christian University, where she graduated with distinction upon completing her dissertation, “Creating an Inclusive Climate for Students on the Autism Spectrum.”​Certifications and Training​Certified Master Life Coach through International Board of Christian Counselors (IBCC)Certified Mental Health Coach through American Association of Christian Counselors.Board Certified Christian Counselor through International Board of Certified Counselors (AACC)Board Certified through Georgia Board of Examiners for Georgia Christian Counselors and TherapistsCertified Autism Specialist through IBCCESNeurodiverse Couples Certification through AANENeurodiversity Trained and Certified through Neurodiversity Training InternationalOrdained through IAOGholmesasr.com

Join Dr. Stephanie on Converge Autism Radio with special guest Courtney Lasky, M.Ed., BCBA, LBA and PhD candidate, as they unpack the real-world impact of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in autism. Courtney shares insights from her 10+ years leading compassionate, trauma-informed clinical teams at ABS Kids, explores common myths, highlights crucial components of effective ABA care, and reveals how leadership strategies can foster psychological safety in therapy settings. Whether you're a caregiver, clinician, or advocate, this episode offers fresh perspectives and practical guidance to support autistic individuals and their families with dignity and expertise.About the speaker: Courtney Lasky, M.Ed., BCBA, LBA Courtney Lasky is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) amd PhD candidate with over a decade of experience in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). As the Director of Clinical Operations for ABS Kids, she leads clinical teams in providing high-quality, compassionate care to children and families.Recognized as a subject matter expert, Courtney has been featured on Crime Stories with Nancy Grace and the Dr. Drew Podcast, where she shares her insights on behavior analysis and its broader applications. She is passionate about leadership, staff training, and fostering psychological safety within clinical teams.Beyond her professional work, Courtney is a dedicated wife and mother of six, living in Irmo, South Carolina. Balancing a thriving career with a full and adventurous family life, she brings both expertise and heart to everything she does.

Today, Dr. Holmes talks with Occupational Therapist, Kelly Mahler. The topic is interoception! Every neurotype can struggle with it but we find neurodivergent folks can have a few more challenges with interoception.Defined by Kelly's website: Many people notice these feelings in their body with the help of an important sense… a sense called (drum roll please)… interoception.Don't let the name fool you. The word interoception might not sound very sexy or important. But this sense is a really big deal. Interoception has a huge influence on many areas of our lives like self-regulation, mental health and social connection.About our Guest:Kelly Mahler OTD, OTR/L, earned a Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from Misericordia University, Dallas, PA. She has been an occupational therapist for 20 years, serving school-aged children and adults. Kelly is the winner of multiple awards, including the 2020 American Occupational Therapy Association Emerging and Innovative Practice Award & a Mom's Choice Gold Medal. She is an adjunct faculty member at Elizabethtown College, Elizabethtown, PA as well as at Misericordia University, Dallas, PA. Kelly is a co-principal investigator in several research projects pertaining to topics such as interoception, self-regulation, trauma & autism.www.kelly-mahler.com

What is the #ActuallyAutistic Movement? How can labels change our perspectives about people? Rachel Barcellona, an Autistic Self-Advocate, model, author, and pageant winner, shares her ideas on these topics, as well as the puzzle piece symbol, person-first or identity-first language, and autism representation in the media.  Welcome to Autism Tips &Tools, where we highlight the best practical guidance from previous episodes of Autism Knows No Borders. Whether you're a self-advocate, a family member, or a service provider, there's something here for you! The following clip is from our conversation with Rachel Barcellona, originally released on May 28, 2020.  Would you like to hear Rachel talking about how pageantry helped her express herself and build confidence? Click the link below for the full conversation and be sure to subscribe to hear more from people connected to autism inspiring change and building community.  The Ability Beyond Disabilities, with Rachel Barcellona | TBT Let's work together to transform how the world relates to autism. ----more---- We appreciate your time. If you enjoy this podcast and you'd like to support our mission, please take just a few seconds to share it with one person who you think will find value in it too. Follow us on Instagram: @autismpodcast Join our community on Mighty Networks: Global Autism Community Subscribe to our YouTube channel: Global Autism Project We would love to hear your feedback about the show. Please fill out this short survey to let us know your thoughts: Listener Survey

This episode originally aired on December 20, 2022, under the title “Fairy Tales are Autistic.”Angela's all-time favorite episode! #ActuallyAutistic co-hosts discuss how HCA used imaginative stories to reframe common Autistic traits (that we're frequently bullied for) as treasured gifts.“We are not defective neurotypicals. We are not ugly ducklings. We are swans. We do swan things. We don't do duck things.”“They claim that we have no empathy—we are just overwhelmed a lot by emotion because they're so big for us.”“It's all about the research because, god, we love the research.”“They did these brain scans, and it turns out that neurotypical people tune out 98% of all sensory data. 98%. And we don't.”“The world is overwhelming for us. It's chaotic. And this is exemplified in ‘The Princess and the Pea' because she feels it, whereas other people wouldn't…And that's the reason she's royalty.”Which fairy tale (or fairy tale character) do you relate to most? Fan Favorite Game: design #2 (get your “not a duck” design here OR your “HCA was framed” design here)Play the game! Fan Favorites Game rulesEpisode 03: Poetry is Autistic (The Emily Dickinson episode)Episode 25: The Legend of AutisticaEpisode 34: Beauty and the Beast is AutisticEpisode 63: Elsa is AutisticReady for a paradigm shift that empowers Autistics? Help spread the news!Check us out on InstagramFind us on Apple podcasts and SpotifyLearn more about Matt at Matt Lowry, LPPMatt's social media: Autistic Connections Facebook GroupLearn more about Angela at AngelaLauria.com and Difference PressAngela's social media: Twitter and TikTokTACP's merch shop This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.autisticculturepodcast.com/subscribe

#ActuallyAutistic podcast hosts, Dr. Angela Lauria and Matt Lowry, LPP, interview Dr. Kade Sharp to discuss the ways that kink fits into Autistic culture. * What is kink (spoiler: it's not necessarily sexual!), what are some common kinks, and are “kinksters” dangerous or ill?* The fundamental flaws in most research methods that explore Autistic sexuality.* Stereotypes and misunderstandings that most people have about the kink community.* Kinky spreadsheets and other Autistic systems of communicating comfort and consent.* Honoring sensory differences, connecting through SPINs, defined expectations, and other ways that the kink community appeals to so many autistics.* How kink helps neurodivergent folks to feel empowered—regardless of whether or not they identify as a kinkster. * Tips on exploring kink with partners, finding kinky folks to explore with, and getting kinky solo.“I think I just found out I'm kinky.”“I think a lot of your listeners are going to find that out today.”“Someone asked if he was my biological son. And I said, ‘why, yes.' And somebody was like, ‘well, how did you make him?' And…It occurred to me while answering this question: there is a big myth out there that we do not have the sex.”“Kink is not just sexual. So, in fact, a good proportion of the folks that responded to my eligibility survey for the study were on the aro/ace spectrum.”“There's so much unspoken stuff and so much resentment because allistic partners say, ‘You should know what I want,' or that kind of nonsense. But when you explicitly negotiate and have spreadsheets regarding everything from eye contact to butt stuff, it makes relationships run a lot smoother.”Are you an Autistic kinkster? How does kink help empower you? Share in the comments! #AutisticCultureCatchGuest Bio:Dr. Kade Sharp (he/they) is an autistic transgender Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker practicing in Richland, Washington, at Spectrum Counseling, his private practice, where he sees therapy clients, supervises clinicians working toward licensure, and provides case consultation for colleagues. Kade is also a Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor and a certified Child Mental Health Specialist. He has his PhD in Clinical Sexology through Modern Sex Therapy Institutes. Kade has a clinical focus on working with autistic and trans folks of all ages, especially those with anxiety challenges. His volunteer work over the past ten years has been with local LGBTQ+ youth centers, Pride organizations, the Diversity Equity Inclusion team at a local school district, and serving on the WA state chapter of the Association for Play Therapy board.  Resources:* A Kink in the Spectrum (Kade's dissertation)* Dr. Erin Findley (dissertation chair)* Dr. Amy Pearson (dissertation committee member)* Dr. Nick Walker (dissertation committee member) * Neurokink (Kade's side project & mailing list)* Mojoupgrade (digital kink checklist)* Bex Talks Sex's Super Powered Yes/No/Maybe List (printable)* Thrive (an annual virtual BDSM & Mental Health Conference)* Dr. Faith G Harper's publications on sex, kink, & mental health* Dr. Emily Nagoski's publication on sex* Dr. Katie Munday's research and advocacy* FetLife (kink social media)* Hiki (autistic dating app)Similar episodes:* Episode 35: Sex is Autistic* Episode 56: Lessons in Chemistry is Autistic* Episode 59: Pregnancy is AutisticReady for a paradigm shift that empowers Autistics? Help spread the news!Follow our new Instagram page!Rate and review us on Apple podcasts and SpotifyMatt's website: Matt Lowry, LPPJoin Matt's Facebook group: Autistic Connections Facebook GroupFind Angela at: AngelaLauria.com and Difference PressFollow Angela on: Twitter and TikTokTACP's autism-affirming merch shop This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.autisticculturepodcast.com/subscribe

Listeners will learn how leaders from marginalized groups - specifically, neurodivergent leaders - can change the old "rules" and lead authentically, without assimilating. Ludmila N. Praslova, Ph.D., SHRM-SCP, is the author of “The Canary Code: A Guide to Neurodiversity, Dignity, and Intersectional Belonging at Work” (Berrett-Koehler Publishers, April 2024). A Professor of Graduate Industrial-Organizational Psychology and Accreditation Liaison Officer at Vanguard University of Southern California, she is a global inclusive talent strategy expert with extensive experience in global diversity and neurodiversity. Her current consulting is focused on creating organizational systems for inclusion and wellbeing and providing neuroinclusion training and support to organizations such as Amazon, Bank of America, IBM, MIT, and Affinity Health. She regularly writes for Harvard Business Review, Fast Company and Psychology Today, and is the first person to have published in Harvard Business Review from an autistic perspective.Neurodivergent people are marginalized by society and often excluded in the workplace. And yet, there are many people who look for authenticity and fresh solutions to problems "the old leadership" has not solved. We'll discuss how neurodivergent leadership can be an answer to the need for authenticity and fresh solutions.​​https://www.linkedin.com/in/ludmila-praslova/ https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/152300584X?tag=randohouseinc7986-20 #neurodiversity #ActuallyAutistic #canarycode #leadershipdevelopmentTune in for this empowering conversation at TalkRadio.nyc

#ActuallyAutistic podcast hosts, Dr. Angela Lauria and Matt Lowry, LPP, discuss their complicated feelings around Christmas—there is holiday magic but also overstimulation, family stress, and past trauma. They talk about Christmas TV specials that resonate with autistic experiences, like Charlie Brown feeling overwhelmed while others find joy, or the Grinch hating loud noises.They talk about Autistic glimmers (the opposite of triggers) like time with special interests, sensory delights, and routines; using the example of Matt's son who loves Christmas villages and light decorations. They also validate the seasonal triggers like excessive noise, increased social expectations, gift-giving misalignments, and food sensitivities.“Every gift you receive is a risk and then every gift you give is a risk. And…expectation sensitivity and Christmas, it's hard to find that magic…I think that's like the lights, like…Every year, the lights are pretty much the same. Yes! and I get so excited to see them every year.” - AngelaThey analyze Santa Claus' many Autistic traits and discuss certain elements of Christmas stories that reflect Autistic characteristics. Connections are drawn between neurodivergent people feeling excluded for being "different," and outcast characters like Rudolph and Hermie the elf/dentist.“It very much resonates with neurodivergent people and, you know, people who have been excluded for being different—even though our differences matter and our differences are valuable. Because we need dentists in the world. We need bright lights in the fog. Because just by being like the other ‘normal' reindeer, Santa would have failed.” - MattThe hosts emphasize wishing for more openness and peace during the holidays and the entire year. Matt shares another “Autistica” story he wrote about an Autistic child who meets a magical Christmas dragon that understands him when Santa could not. The dragon embodies acceptance, celebration of difference, and bringing people joy.“The dragon huffed and it puffed and held its breath for a bit, and all of a sudden, this dragon was lit. The dragon's horns and its spikes lit up every hue. The boy basked in the glow. What a marvelous view.” - The Christmas Dragon, by MattWhat are some of your holiday glimmers? Tell us in the comments and use #AutisticCultureCatch to share your answer on your social media and connect with other listeners!* Available on Apple+: Charlie Brown's Christmas Special* Episode 08: Peanuts is Autistic* Episode 21: Dino Nuggets are Autistic* Episode 03: Poetry is Autistic (Emily Dickinson episode)* Episode 22: Trains are Autistic* Episode 35: Sex is Autistic (Kinsey episode)* Episode 32: Animation is AutisticReady for a paradigm shift that empowers Autistics? Help spread the news!Check us out on InstagramFind us on Apple podcasts and SpotifyLearn more about Matt at Matt Lowry, LPPMatt's social media: Autistic Connections Facebook GroupLearn more about Angela at AngelaLauria.com and Difference PressAngela's social media: Twitter and TikTokTACP's Autism-affirming TeePublic merch shop This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.autisticculturepodcast.com/subscribe

In our latest interview, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Samantha Picaro, the talented author behind the heartwarming  young adult novel, "Limitless Roads Cafe." Samantha's writing is a testament to her passion for storytelling and her commitment to exploring themes of family, friendship, and the pursuit of dreams. Drawing from her background in Social Work and her identity as an #ActuallyAutistic individual, Samantha infuses her work with authenticity and depth. Her journey as an author is as unique as her writing, and she has even contributed thought-provoking articles, such as "We Need More Autistic Women in the Media," to Psi Chi International Honor Society in Psychology. Join us as we delve into Samantha's literary world and learn more about the person behind the words.   Learn more HERE or on All Ages of Geeks official website

We talked to one of our favorite guests, Lisa Louis to get updates on life and break down some important topics!   00:00   Intro 02:40   Lisa's Update Journey 10:27   Love And Patience To Meet People Where They Are 17:57  Hikingautism.com- Supportive, Social Hikes 21:21   Facing Overwhelming Activities 22:16   Optimistic Appreciation 26:38   Giving Others Grace To Understand  28:52   A Forgotten Pandemic 30:58   A World Of Supports 37:48   Awareness To All Disability Issues 43:03  #ActuallyAutistic, Neurodivergent Labels 59:06   Masking 1:04:46  Communication On Any Level Is Loving 1:07:02   Passing On That Masking (Continued) 1:12:15   All Neurodivergent People Are Amazing In Their Own Way 1:16:22  Humanity, Humility And Honesty    LINKS: Lisa's Website: https://www.hikingautism.com   ___ WAYS YOU CAN HELP Buy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark   Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/   Want to be a guest on the podcast? Sign up for PodMatch at https://podmatch.com/signup/m4gadvocacymedia or email us at accounts@marked4glory.com   ___   Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com   Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia   Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gcommunity   Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia   Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/m4gadvocacy   Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymedia   #disability #m4gadvocacymedia #allies #Autism #HikingAutism #California #podcast #interview #JourneysGuestUpdates #humanity #pandemic --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter.  For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Slang of the week - 0:30 #ActuallyAutistic - 8:15   Wilbur's Force - 35:36 Repair, Reparent, Repeat - 50:12    

This week we talk about the band Lovejoy, #ActuallyAutistic, and breaking negative parenting cycles. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org. To submit a question that will be discussed on Monday's Roundtable episode, click here.

Hour 29 of the Autism Network Podcastathon April is Autism Acceptance Month; a time to educate about the spectrum of autism. In this podcastathon you will hear from an autistic man who used to be nonspeaking and today is a professional speaker. He will shared with you the voices of 15 autistic self-advocates with messages that will educate you more on autism in our society. Dr. Kerry Magro will also discuss his work with his disability nonprofit, his work on 4 best-selling books, his work as an an autism entertainment consultant on projects such as Netflix's Emmy Award-Winning series Love on the Spectrum U.S. Season 1 and much more! Dr. Kerry Magro (Mah-grow) Ed.D. is an award-winning autistic professional speaker, best-selling author and autism consultant to the HBO series Mrs. Fletcher that aired in Fall 2019 and the latest season of Netflix's Emmy-Award Winning Series ‘Love on the Spectrum' He started professional speaking 12 years ago via the National Speakers Association after he fell in love with theater as a child to help with his social and communication skills. Today he has spoken at over 1200 events during that time include 2 TEDxTalks and a ‘Talks at Google' presentation. In addition, Kerry is CEO & President of KFM Making A Difference, a nonprofit organization that hosts inclusion events and has provided 100 scholarships for students with autism for college and counting since 2011. In his spare time, he hosts a Facebook Page called Kerry's Autism Journey that now has 218,000 Facebook followers where he does on-camera interviews highlighting people impacted by a diagnosis to breaking down barriers in our community. His videos he's produced have been watched over 35 Million times.  Kerry's best-selling books Defining Autism From The Heart, and Autism and Falling in Love, I Will Light It Up Blue and his latest, Autistics on Autism have reached Amazon Best-Seller Lists for Special Needs Parenting. He is based in Hoboken, New Jersey. Have Kerry speak with your company on Neurodiversity in the workplace, or speak with your school by contacting him at www.kerrymagro.com/contact Link to Autistics on Autism: Stories You Need to Hear About What Helped Them While Growing Up and Pursuing Their Dreams: https://amzn.to/3sLj9Ji Link to Kerry's speaker website: www.kerrymagro.com/speaking Link to KFM Making a Difference: www.kfmmakingadifference.org Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kerrymagro? Facebook.com: www.Facebook.com/kerrysautismjourney Twitter: www.twitter.com/kerrymagro Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kerrymagro/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/kerrysautismjourney LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerrymagro/

In this episode, we dive into the specifics of what a Neurodiversity Affirming approach looks like when supporting social interactions for autistic children. The key point is that we do not want to teach neurodivergent children that they need to act more neurotypical. This means all our goals, therapy approaches and resources need to teach that autistic children might be different, and socialise in different (but not wrong) ways to neurotypical kids. We need to stop sending the message that kids are missing social skills... because they DO have social skills, just different perhaps from neurotypical social skills. We discuss that boundaries can still apply to autistic kids' communication & interactions (it's not OK to hurt others, physically or emotionally!), but we need to pause and think carefully about why we are asking a child to change. The traditional approach of teaching autistic children that they are wrong, different, and weird in a bad way is not acceptable any more. We talk about the issue with asking children to 'fit in'. So what should we do? We should focus on truly seeing neurodivergent children for who they are, what they enjoy, and help them be surrounded by people who appreciate them. We should teach self-awareness. We should teach self-advocacy. Tune in for these ideas and more! If you found this episode helpful, please share it with a friend, family member or a colleague!   Links

So… you're ready to be part of the Neurodiversity Affirming movement to support an autistic and neurodivergent child in your world. Awesome, welcome in! The language you use matters. I'm kicking off this podcast series by sharing the language that you need to put in the bin, and the language to use instead. In today's episode, we delve into neurodiversity versus neurodivergent, why identity first language is preferred by most autistic people. We discuss getting comfortable with the term ‘autistic' rather than ‘on the spectrum' and why ‘high-functioning' & ‘low-functioning' terms should be left in the past. Tune in for these ideas and more! In this episode, you'll learn:   One person with a different type of brain from others is neurodivergent, while a group of people can be neurodiverse    Being autistic doesn't have to be limiting or a problem. The problems arise when an autistic person lives in a world that does not support and accommodate their needs   Why we should drop the D (Disorder) in ASD   It's not a compliment to refer to an autistic person as high-functioning - this negates someone's internal experience and only describes your opinion of how ‘normal' they appear to you   Referring to an autistic person as low-functioning indicates low expectations of them, and it's an awful term.   Get the free Cheatsheet PDF  highlighting the terms that you should and shouldn't use when talking about autism and neurodiversity - https://playlearnchat.ck.page/48f9b202e1   Transcript available on my website: https://playlearnchat.com/podcast-1   If you found this episode helpful, please share it with a friend, family member or a colleague! Links Podcast Link: https://pod.link/1625478932 Website: www.playlearnchat.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/play.learn.chat/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/play.learn.chat

In this brand new episode of Stories from the Spectrum, we have a story from Vincent Blass, an interview with autism advocate Kerry Magro, a musical performance and a talk about inclusion! Make sure you tune in and check it out! 0:00 Intro 00:31 Eyes as Spotlights by Vincent Blass Vincent Blass has a very important story to share with everyone! 07:47 Stories from the Spectrum: Gyasi with Kerry Magro & Gyasi Burks-Abbott Professional Speaker and Author Kerry Magro sits down to host an interview with writer, public speaker and autism self-advocate, Gyasi-Abbott! 16:29 If you're the One I Really Want -Performed by Spencer Griffin & Sparrow Dena Two performers collaborate with each other to perform song for your listening pleasure! 20:32 The Importance of Inclusion with Alex Lin Autism Advocate and The founder of the Autism Rocks Concert, Alex Lin, has a very important message to share about inclusion. #AutisticCreators #ActuallyAutistic #autistictalent   Order the book written by the host of Autism Live, Shannon Penrod! https://www.amazon.com/Autism-Parent-Sanity-Saving-Spectrum/dp/1949177858 The advice and opinions expressed by the host of Autism Live and her guests are meant solely as suggestion and should not be in any way construed as child-specific advice. Any choices you make in determining your child's treatment are completely at your own discretion. Check out our Podcast! Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/autism-live/id827968203 Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/autismlivepodcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0TXbDFs8cLP0UQbNVqHThf?si=VbEfw4_oRjqJY3vK2pgmFg IHeartRadio.com https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-autism-live-51537613/ Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/Autism-Live-Podcast/B08JJN7B28?qid=1611965289&sr=1-1&ref=a_search_c3_lProduct_1_1&pf_rd_p=83218cca-c308-412f-bfcf-90198b687a2f&pf_rd_r=M68PFW27AP000G4N9CCJ Others: http://link.chtbl.com/dSPQc6pB Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe! And Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Link Tree https://linktr.ee/AutismLive

In this brand new episode of Stories from the Spectrum, we have a story from Vincent Blass, an interview with autism advocate Kerry Magro, a musical performance and a talk about inclusion! Make sure you tune in and check it out!   00:31 Eyes as Spotlights by Vincent Blass Vincent Blass has a very important story to share with everyone! 07:47 Stories from the Spectrum: Gyasi with Kerry Magro & Gyasi Burks-Abbott Professional Speaker and Author Kerry Magro sits down to host an interview with writer, public speaker and autism self-advocate, Gyasi-Abbott! 16:29 If you're the One I Really Want -Performed by Spencer Griffin & Sparrow Dena Two performers collaborate with each other to perform song for your listening pleasure! 20:32 The Importance of Inclusion with Alex Lin Autism Advocate and The founder of the Autism Rocks Concert, Alex Lin, has a very important message to share about inclusion. #AutisticCreators #ActuallyAutistic #autistictalent   Order the book written by the host of Autism Live, Shannon Penrod! https://www.amazon.com/Autism-Parent-Sanity-Saving-Spectrum/dp/1949177858 The advice and opinions expressed by the host of Autism Live and her guests are meant solely as suggestion and should not be in any way construed as child-specific advice. Any choices you make in determining your child's treatment are completely at your own discretion. Check out our Podcast! Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/autism-live/id827968203 Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/autismlivepodcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0TXbDFs8cLP0UQbNVqHThf?si=VbEfw4_oRjqJY3vK2pgmFg IHeartRadio.com https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-autism-live-51537613/ Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/Autism-Live-Podcast/B08JJN7B28?qid=1611965289&sr=1-1&ref=a_search_c3_lProduct_1_1&pf_rd_p=83218cca-c308-412f-bfcf-90198b687a2f&pf_rd_r=M68PFW27AP000G4N9CCJ Others: http://link.chtbl.com/dSPQc6pB Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe! And Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Link Tree https://linktr.ee/AutismLive

Hello, I'm Phil.I am an #ActuallyAutistic (and #ProbablyADHD) aspiring lawyer, content creator, writer, speaker, and workplace neurodiversity inclusion consultant.I love to talk about and engage in all things law and the legal sphere, particularly around Employment law, disability inclusion, autism, ADHD, and wider neurodiversity including meaningful inclusion in workplaces and learning how other neurodivergents can leverage their own strengths and abilities to make work and life work for them and for us all!Over the last 5 years, I have gained experience and expertise in a range of practice areas including Employment law, Commercial Property, Debt Recovery, Corporate law and Litigation, and developed my skills in drafting documents and agreements, research, giving commercial advice, clear communication, and community building in the legal community.I write articles and blogs and create content for my own platform The Neurodivergent Lawyer, for LawCareers.net, and for anyone else who wants to hear from me and share my experiences and my knowledge around law and neurodivergence.In 2022 I worked with a handful of public organisations and institutions to assess their face-to-face and virtual interview and application processes and recommend things they can do to make these processes more inclusive of neurodivergent staff, clients and members of the public. The delegates and representatives from these organisations came away with a greater understanding of the autistic and neurodivergent experience and have been implementing my recommendations for the benefit of their staff, clients and the wider public.For my articles published by LawCareers.net, please see here:https://www.lawcareers.net/Explore/Blog/Phil-SteventonFor my own content published through my own website, please see below:Website: https://philjsteventon46.wixsite.com/neurodivergentlawyerLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philip-steventon-mcilex-aa148a55Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philjstev89 and https://www.instagram.com/neurodivergentlawyer

In this episode of The Autistic Culture Podcast:Two Autistic celebrities, Thomas Jefferson and Benjamin Banneker, were instrumental in the design and layout of the beautiful (and symmetrical) Washington D.C.Benjamin Banneker was a self-educated African American mathematician and astronomer who was brought in by Jefferson to help survey and plan the city. His logical, systematic approach resulted in the orderly grid layout of streets and quadrants that makes navigating D.C. straightforward (if you can see the pattern).Jefferson and Banneker connected as fellow Autistics and Banneker challenged Jefferson to take action against slavery and promote racial equality. Though Jefferson was sympathetic, he did not take bold action due to political considerations. “But Autistic people often will see the—I don't know—genius, or the skills, or the talents of other Autistic people.” —AngelaThe podcast hosts analyze how Autistic traits are evident in the accomplishments and personalities of both men, like intense focus, pattern recognition, and a strong call to social advocacy. They highlight Autistic giftedness and the empathy that Autistics can have for each other (“the double empathy problem”), as well as the difficulties masking and fitting in can cause.“Yeah, this is a common, allistic, erroneous belief because studies have shown that allistic researchers, when interacting with autistic people—because they misread our natural body language, they misread our natural tone, they misread our Autistic accents—they erroneously believe that we don't have empathy because it turns out, they did not have empathy for us.” —MattBanneker and Jefferson shared special interests and supported each other's careers despite years of fighting about the key social justice issue of the time—ending the enslavement of fellow humans.On this virtual culture trip, the #ActuallyAutistic hosts conclude that D.C.'s logical design and early influences make it an inherently Autistic city.Do you have Autistic justice sensitivity? How has it impacted your relationships? Tell us about it in the comments!Biography on BannekerRoberta Grimes on Jefferson, Asperger's, and Race Letter to Jefferson from BannekerWant to learn about another Black Autistic celebrity? Check out: Questlove is AutisticWant more about groundbreaking Autistic contributions? Check out: Apple is AutisticReady for a paradigm shift that empowers Autistics? Help spread the news!Check us out on InstagramFind us on Apple podcast and SpotifyLearn more about Matt at Matt Lowry, LPPMatt's social media: Autistic Connections Facebook GroupLearn more about Angela at AngelaLauria.com and Difference PressAngela's social media: Twitter and TikTokTACP's Autism-affirming TeePublic merch shop This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.autisticculturepodcast.com/subscribe

In this episode of The Autistic Culture Podcast:Actually Autistic hosts Matt and Angela discusses Autistic culture in the workplace, using the early years of George Lucas' company Industrial Light & Magic (ILM) as an example of an ideal Autistic workspace.Lucas wanted his 1977 film Star Wars to include visual effects that had never been seen on film before. ILM attracted talented Autistic creators because the company valued skills over formal credentials and allowed employees to explore and experiment within their special interests to create new technology and materials. A flexible schedule and a lack of preconceived notions allowed them to indulge their monotropic focus and achieve greatness. “I think that in order to have an autistic-friendly workplace, you have to acknowledge the individual strengths and weaknesses of everybody involved and create an environment that allows everyone to thrive and recharge as needed.” —MattAutistic people often have intense special interests and benefit from working in environments that allow them to tap into hyperfocus states. Rigid 9-5 jobs may not be accommodating. Autistics tend to view money as a tool to acquire interests rather than for status. At ILM, making cool things was the priority.“One of the things I've been working on just in terms of having a workplace that I want to be friendly to neurodivergence, not just my own, is this idea that the most valuable thing we actually have is time.” –AngelaCommunication styles differ between Autistic and neurotypical people. Direct Autistic communication can be misinterpreted by allistics, and likewise, the allistic tendency to talk around an issue is confusing and frustrating for Autistics. The hosts share an example of the "double empathy problem" where an Autistic action was misconstrued by a neurotypical. Clear communication is key in making mixed-neurotype relations successful.This episode, #ActuallyAutistic podcast hosts, Matt and Angela, discusses how Autistic-friendly workplaces that leverage Autistic strengths like monotropic focus can enable Autistic people to thrive and make innovative contributions. Finding meaning and joy in one's work is central to Autistic culture.Do you love to create and world build? Tell us about it in the comments!Did an Autistic celebrity invent motion pictures? Listen to find out: Episode 37: Motion Pictures are AutisticLight & Magic on Apple TV+Phil Tippett's Mad GodReady for a paradigm shift that empowers Autistics? Help spread the news!Check us out on InstagramFind us on Apple podcasts and SpotifyLearn more about Matt at Matt Lowry, LPPMatt's social media: Autistic Connections Facebook GroupLearn more about Angela at AngelaLauria.com and Difference PressAngela's social media: Twitter and TikTokFind the below design in our merch shop! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.autisticculturepodcast.com/subscribe

Masking is something we all do to project an "acceptable" version of ourselves - but for those of us who are autistic, it can feel like something we do to survive. It's hard for families and friends to spot, let alone educational and medical professions, yet masking can lead to misdiagnosis and burnout so it's vital we all understand it. Our autistic guests Kieran Rose, Dr Amy Pearson and Jodie Smitten explain what masking looks like, why people do it, and how difficult it is to stop.Music: AukestraEditing: Niall Hegarty

Tune in for a sneak peek of Season 6 as we share what you can expect from next season’s theme.

This Is Autism explores the subjects that really matter to autistic people and those who care for them, including masking, sex and relationships, puberty and wellbeing. Hosted by the North East Autism Society, the podcast hears from autistic people about how they experience the world, and offers practical advice and information along the way. If you are autistic or love someone who is, join us as we tackle the issues that don't often get talked about and get your questions answered.Music: AukestraEmail: info@ne-as.org.uk

In this special episode, ELC partners with the SquarePeg Podcast, hosted by Amy Richards. Square Peg gives autistic adults the opportunity to hear the lives and stories of other autistic adults. In her conversations, she explores life, love, work, health and relationships with later in life diagnosed folks identifying as femme, trans or nonbinary. Aisha and Amy explore Aisha's own story of being diagnosed autistic and exploring how this has shaped xer own experiences of rupture and repair.   TOPICS: Aisha talks about the process of xer diagnostic experience The moving of grief post diagnosis Masking, meltdowns, OCD and aloneness Double Empathy Problem Neurodivergent masking friendships The embodiment of neurodivergence Intergenerational neurodivergence and childhood trauma Healing as an autist Energy management over time management - melt downs at work Self employment and authenticity Self care practices for energy management Rupture and repair in friendships  Trauma embodiment in neurodivergent identity trauma Unmasking and authenticity in relationships The unmet needs of the undiagnosed The invitation of messy - unwinding OCD   LINKS: Squarepeg podcast: https://squarepeg.community/podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squarepeg.community/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/squarepegautism Coaching and Design Business site: https://amyrichards.wales/ Amy Richards -Creating the Foundations  Workshop Series!! This is my live workshop series - 6 weeks of group Zoom workshops for late diagnosed autistic adults. Come with me on a journey of self discovery around work, fulfillment and figuring out what you want, what you actually need as an autistic adult, and where to start. https://squarepeg.community/thrive/ ELC Patreon Page https://www.patreon.com/emergentliberationcollective Aisha Edwards https://campsite.bio/full_flight_wellness Kaila June https://www.kailajune.com/

Stories from the Spectrum Episode 4   This is all content by and for the neurodiverse community.   Stories from the Spectrum is produced by the Autism Network.  Artists who identify as being Autistic, On the Spectrum or a being neurodiverse are invited to create works for future airing. Artist choose their own subject matter and the way to present it. Chosen artists are compensated for their work through a grant from Autism Works Today!  The goal is to foster artists in the neurodiverse community while giving them a safe space to promote their valuable work.   To find out more or to submit artist work please contact Shannon Penrod:  Shannon@Autism-Live.com   In Episode 4:   0:00 intro   0:33 Chris Tenney is back!  In Chris' short film ARTISTIC AUTISTIC Chris shares his work as a professional actor and a stand-up comedian.  For more information about Chris visit his social media: www.facebook.com/christopher.tenney   8:18 Spectrum Laboratory students share some of their music videos: Lucas Salusky and Domonique Brown rap “What's Your Truth”  a video they made while in quarantine and 11:49 Abby Romeo of LOVE ON THE SPECTRUM fame shares a song she wrote in 2016 to describe her feelings about autism. For information about taking classes at Spectrum Laboratory please visit  www.speclabs.org   15:59 Lastly Alex Lin, well known for being the creator of Autism Rocks shares a heartfelt message about acceptance.   https://www.autismnetwork.com/   Stories from the Spectrum Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzpc1lUvttW-LSg2m6-AFc5iFNg6lux7b Stories from the Spectrum Ep. 1 https://youtu.be/AI29yAwIzmM Stories from the Spectrum Ep. 2 https://youtu.be/xohN7y9lv5M Stories from the Spectrum Ep. 3 https://youtu.be/NJEY08t94Cw   #Autism #ActuallyAutistic #AutisticCreators

Stories from the Spectrum Episode 4   This is all content by and for the neurodiverse community.   Stories from the Spectrum is produced by the Autism Network.  Artists who identify as being Autistic, On the Spectrum or a being neurodiverse are invited to create works for future airing. Artist choose their own subject matter and the way to present it. Chosen artists are compensated for their work through a grant from Autism Works Today!  The goal is to foster artists in the neurodiverse community while giving them a safe space to promote their valuable work.   To find out more or to submit artist work please contact Shannon Penrod:  Shannon@Autism-Live.com   In Episode 4:   0:00 intro   0:33 Chris Tenney is back!  In Chris' short film ARTISTIC AUTISTIC Chris shares his work as a professional actor and a stand-up comedian.  For more information about Chris visit his social media: www.facebook.com/christopher.tenney   8:18 Spectrum Laboratory students share some of their music videos: Lucas Salusky and Domonique Brown rap “What's Your Truth”  a video they made while in quarantine and 11:49 Abby Romeo of LOVE ON THE SPECTRUM fame shares a song she wrote in 2016 to describe her feelings about autism. For information about taking classes at Spectrum Laboratory please visit  www.speclabs.org   15:59 Lastly Alex Lin, well known for being the creator of Autism Rocks shares a heartfelt message about acceptance.   https://www.autismnetwork.com/   Stories from the Spectrum Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzpc1lUvttW-LSg2m6-AFc5iFNg6lux7b Stories from the Spectrum Ep. 1 https://youtu.be/AI29yAwIzmM Stories from the Spectrum Ep. 2 https://youtu.be/xohN7y9lv5M Stories from the Spectrum Ep. 3 https://youtu.be/NJEY08t94Cw   #Autism #ActuallyAutistic #AutisticCreators

Perspective is everything.  When we can see things through another person's eyes we can begin to understand and appreciate their unique point of view. The Autism Community has a new way of sharing its many perspectives. Stories from the Spectrum: Content by and for a Neurodiverse World, features artists, animators, filmmakers, writers, journalists, poets, and bloggers who are neurodiverse and telling their stories, how they want to tell them. The first episode will feature 6 short films on a wide variety of topics.  WyArt is a short documentary by James Miller, a neurodiverse filmmaker, and focuses on the art of Wyatt Jackson, a brilliantly talented artist on the spectrum.  Stephen Gaiber, The Autistic Traveler, presents his review of The Grammy's Museum.  Award winning animator Dane Parsons shares his uplifting film, Mace: The Animated Short.  Inspirational Artist and Animator Dani Bowman shares her up close view of being a businesswoman and artist in Marvels of Media. In My Name is Jordan, Jordan Oswald shows off his storytelling skills in a short video that was created for a 2-week project during the pandemic.  The final video is a feel-good music video, circa 2018, from artists at Spectrum Laboratory entitled, Cheers!   0:00 Intro 0:26 WyArt – James Miller 6:22 The Autistic Traveler – Stephen Gaiber 11:12 Mace – Dane Parsons 15:07 Marvels of Media – Dani Bowman 20:41 My Name is Jordan – Jordan Oswald 22:35 Cheers – Spectrum Labs   Stories from the Spectrum Episode 2 showcases four videos featuring neurodiverse voices and points of view. What all of these videos have in common is the unique viewpoint of individuals on the spectrum and their quest to be successful, happy people who are treated with dignity and respected for their contributions.   #ActuallyAutistic #Autism #AutismPodcast     Stories from the Spectrum by Dr. Kerry Magro Dr. Kerry Margo ED.D, CAS kicks things off with a fun interview with author, entrepreneur, and YouTube star Olivia Hops. Hops,  known for her edible cookie dough recipes and her upbeat, plainspoken views on the being female on the spectrum, tells us what things we shouldn't say to people on the spectrum and why – as well as sharing her favorite autism resources.   Asperger's - Spencer Griffin Spencer Griffin joins collaborators from Spectrum Laboratory for his soul full original song: ASPERGER'S.   Dani-Mation Pt. 2 Dani Bowman, of Love on the Spectrum US fame, delivers part 2 of a series that details how she came to be an award-winning filmmaker, animator, educator, and entrepreneur as a teenager, despite doctors declaring she wouldn't be able to succeed.   Ian's Story of Happiness - Ian Wegher-Thompson Lastly, Ian Wegher-Thompson shows us his take on happiness, in a cute video that was originally created for an assignment in a Spec Labs storytelling class during lockdown.   Check out Episode 3 of Stories from the Spectrum!   Harte to Heart with Spencer Harte Ep.1 Spencer Harte debuts her first episode of Harte to Heart, a show where our friend Spencer Harte interviews celebrities!   Car Show and Tell - Christopher Tenney Ep. 1 Secondly we have Car Show and Tell with Christopher Tenney! Christopher is going to be our guide and tell us all about some awesome cars!   Stories from the Spectrum Pt. 2 - Dr. Kerry Magro Next is Dr. Kerry Magro with Stories from the Spectrum! Watch as Dr. Kerry Magro himself interview guests and discuss some pretty insightful information! You won't want to miss it!   Stephen Gaiber: The Autistic Traveler Ep. 2 Last but not least, Stephen Gaiber tours the historical district of the City of Orange for his latest episode of the Autistic Traveler!    https://www.autismnetwork.com/   Stories from the Spectrum Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzpc1lUvttW-LSg2m6-AFc5iFNg6lux7b   Stories from the Spectrum Ep. 1 https://youtu.be/AI29yAwIzmM   Stories from the Spectrum Ep. 2 https://youtu.be/xohN7y9lv5M   #Autism #ActuallyAutistic #AutisticCreators

Make sure you check out our YouTube Channel for the video! Perspective is everything.  When we can see things through another person's eyes we can begin to understand and appreciate their unique point of view. The Autism Community has a new way of sharing its many perspectives. Stories from the Spectrum: Content by and for a Neurodiverse World, features artists, animators, filmmakers, writers, journalists, poets, and bloggers who are neurodiverse and telling their stories, how they want to tell them. The first episode will feature 6 short films on a wide variety of topics.  WyArt is a short documentary by James Miller, a neurodiverse filmmaker, and focuses on the art of Wyatt Jackson, a brilliantly talented artist on the spectrum.  Stephen Gaiber, The Autistic Traveler, presents his review of The Grammy's Museum.  Award winning animator Dane Parsons shares his uplifting film, Mace: The Animated Short.  Inspirational Artist and Animator Dani Bowman shares her up close view of being a businesswoman and artist in Marvels of Media. In My Name is Jordan, Jordan Oswald shows off his storytelling skills in a short video that was created for a 2-week project during the pandemic.  The final video is a feel-good music video, circa 2018, from artists at Spectrum Laboratory entitled, Cheers! 0:00 Intro 0:26 WyArt – James Miller 6:22 The Autistic Traveler – Stephen Gaiber 11:12 Mace – Dane Parsons 15:07 Marvels of Media – Dani Bowman 20:41 My Name is Jordan – Jordan Oswald 22:35 Cheers – Spectrum Labs Stories from the Spectrum Episode 2 showcases four videos featuring neurodiverse voices and points of view. What all of these videos have in common is the unique viewpoint of individuals on the spectrum and their quest to be successful, happy people who are treated with dignity and respected for their contributions. #ActuallyAutistic #Autism #AutismPodcast     Stories from the Spectrum by Dr. Kerry Magro Dr. Kerry Margo ED.D, CAS kicks things off with a fun interview with author, entrepreneur, and YouTube star Olivia Hops. Hops,  known for her edible cookie dough recipes and her upbeat, plainspoken views on the being female on the spectrum, tells us what things we shouldn't say to people on the spectrum and why – as well as sharing her favorite autism resources.   Asperger's - Spencer Griffin Spencer Griffin joins collaborators from Spectrum Laboratory for his soul full original song: ASPERGER'S.   Dani-Mation Pt. 2 Dani Bowman, of Love on the Spectrum US fame, delivers part 2 of a series that details how she came to be an award-winning filmmaker, animator, educator, and entrepreneur as a teenager, despite doctors declaring she wouldn't be able to succeed.   Ian's Story of Happiness - Ian Wegher-Thompson Lastly, Ian Wegher-Thompson shows us his take on happiness, in a cute video that was originally created for an assignment in a Spec Labs storytelling class during lockdown.   Check out Episode 3 of Stories from the Spectrum!   Harte to Heart with Spencer Harte Ep.1 Spencer Harte debuts her first episode of Harte to Heart, a show where our friend Spencer Harte interviews celebrities!   Car Show and Tell - Christopher Tenney Ep. 1 Secondly we have Car Show and Tell with Christopher Tenney! Christopher is going to be our guide and tell us all about some awesome cars!   Stories from the Spectrum Pt. 2 - Dr. Kerry Magro Next is Dr. Kerry Magro with Stories from the Spectrum! Watch as Dr. Kerry Magro himself interview guests and discuss some pretty insightful information! You won't want to miss it!   Stephen Gaiber: The Autistic Traveler Ep. 2 Last but not least, Stephen Gaiber tours the historical district of the City of Orange for his latest episode of the Autistic Traveler!    https://www.autismnetwork.com/   Stories from the Spectrum Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzpc1lUvttW-LSg2m6-AFc5iFNg6lux7b   Stories from the Spectrum Ep. 1 https://youtu.be/AI29yAwIzmM   Stories from the Spectrum Ep. 2 https://youtu.be/xohN7y9lv5M   #Autism #ActuallyAutistic #AutisticCreators

Check out Episode 3 of Stories from the Spectrum! 0:31 Harte to Heart with Spencer Harte Ep.1 Spencer Harte debuts her first episode of Harte to Heart, a show where our friend Spencer Harte interviews celebrities! 10:57 Car Show and Tell - Christopher Tenney Ep. 1 Secondly we have Car Show and Tell with Christopher Tenney! Christopher is going to be our guide and tell us all about some awesome cars! 21:05 Stories from the Spectrum Pt. 2 - Dr. Kerry Magro Next is Dr. Kerry Magro with Stories from the Spectrum! Watch as Dr. Kerry Magro himself interview guests and discuss some pretty insightful information! You won't want to miss it! 31:14 Stephen Gaiber: The Autistic Traveler Ep. 2 Last but not least, Stephen Gaiber tours the historical district of the City of Orange for his latest episode of the Autistic Traveler! https://www.autismnetwork.com/ Stories from the Spectrum Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzpc1lUvttW-LSg2m6-AFc5iFNg6lux7b Stories from the Spectrum Ep. 1 https://youtu.be/AI29yAwIzmM Stories from the Spectrum Ep. 2 https://youtu.be/xohN7y9lv5M #Autism #ActuallyAutistic #AutisticCreators Link Tree https://linktr.ee/AutismLive Order the book written by the host of Autism Live, Shannon Penrod! https://www.amazon.com/Autism-Parent-Sanity-Saving-Spectrum/dp/1949177858 Check out our Podcast! Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/autism-live/id827968203 Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/autismlivepodcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0TXbDFs8cLP0UQbNVqHThf?si=VbEfw4_oRjqJY3vK2pgmFg IHeartRadio.com https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-autism-live-51537613/ Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/Autism-Live-Podcast/B08JJN7B28?qid=1611965289&sr=1-1&ref=a_search_c3_lProduct_1_1&pf_rd_p=83218cca-c308-412f-bfcf-90198b687a2f&pf_rd_r=M68PFW27AP000G4N9CCJ Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/search/autism%20live Others: http://link.chtbl.com/dSPQc6pB Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe! And Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Sign up for Autism Live's free newsletter at: http://www.autism-live.com/join-our-email-list.aspx  

Check out Episode 3 of Stories from the Spectrum! 0:31 Harte to Heart with Spencer Harte Ep.1 Spencer Harte debuts her first episode of Harte to Heart, a show where our friend Spencer Harte interviews celebrities! 10:57 Car Show and Tell - Christopher Tenney Ep. 1 Secondly we have Car Show and Tell with Christopher Tenney! Christopher is going to be our guide and tell us all about some awesome cars! 21:05 Stories from the Spectrum Pt. 2 - Dr. Kerry Magro Next is Dr. Kerry Magro with Stories from the Spectrum! Watch as Dr. Kerry Magro himself interview guests and discuss some pretty insightful information! You won't want to miss it! 31:14 Stephen Gaiber: The Autistic Traveler Ep. 2 Last but not least, Stephen Gaiber tours the historical district of the City of Orange for his latest episode of the Autistic Traveler! https://www.autismnetwork.com/ Stories from the Spectrum Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzpc1lUvttW-LSg2m6-AFc5iFNg6lux7b Stories from the Spectrum Ep. 1 https://youtu.be/AI29yAwIzmM Stories from the Spectrum Ep. 2 https://youtu.be/xohN7y9lv5M #Autism #ActuallyAutistic #AutisticCreators Link Tree https://linktr.ee/AutismLive Order the book written by the host of Autism Live, Shannon Penrod! https://www.amazon.com/Autism-Parent-Sanity-Saving-Spectrum/dp/1949177858 Check out our Podcast! Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/autism-live/id827968203 Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/autismlivepodcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0TXbDFs8cLP0UQbNVqHThf?si=VbEfw4_oRjqJY3vK2pgmFg IHeartRadio.com https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-autism-live-51537613/ Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/Autism-Live-Podcast/B08JJN7B28?qid=1611965289&sr=1-1&ref=a_search_c3_lProduct_1_1&pf_rd_p=83218cca-c308-412f-bfcf-90198b687a2f&pf_rd_r=M68PFW27AP000G4N9CCJ Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/search/autism%20live Others: http://link.chtbl.com/dSPQc6pB Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe! And Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Sign up for Autism Live's free newsletter at: http://www.autism-live.com/join-our-email-list.aspx  

In this episode I talk about my current understanding as of June 2022, as identifying as a undiagnosed  Autistic brown adult. I talk a bit about signs of autistic traits in my life. I also talk about how autism is viewed by other society currently. I talk about growing up and building my skills and capacity and self-identify. Transcripts of this podcast are available here: https://inclusiveeducationirl.buzzsprout.com/ Contact: inclusiveeducationirl@gmail.com Tweet At Me:  https://twitter.com//InclusiveEdIRL https://www.instagram.com/inclusiveeducationirl/ Support the show

Stories from the Spectrum Episode 2 showcases four videos featuring neurodiverse voices and points of view. What all of these videos have in common is the unique viewpoint of individuals on the spectrum and their quest to be successful, happy people who are treated with dignity and respected for their contributions. Check out the video on YouTube!  https://youtu.be/xohN7y9lv5M #ActuallyAutistic #Autism #AutismPodcast 0:33 Stories from the Spectrum by Dr. Kerry Magro Dr. Kerry Margo ED.D, CAS kicks things off with a fun interview with author, entrepreneur, and YouTube star Olivia Hops. Hops, known for her edible cookie dough recipes and her upbeat, plainspoken views on the being female on the spectrum, tells us what things we shouldn't say to people on the spectrum and why – as well as sharing her favorite autism resources. 9:54 Asperger's - Spencer Griffin Spencer Griffin joins collaborators from Spectrum Laboratory for his soul full original song: ASPERGER'S. 14:37 Dani-Mation Pt. 2 Dani Bowman, of Love on the Spectrum US fame, delivers part 2 of a series that details how she came to be an award-winning filmmaker, animator, educator, and entrepreneur as a teenager, despite doctors declaring she wouldn't be able to succeed. 23:48 Ian's Story of Happiness - Ian Wegher-Thompson Lastly, Ian Wegher-Thompson shows us his take on happiness, in a cute video that was originally created for an assignment in a Spec Labs storytelling class during lockdown. Link Tree https://linktr.ee/AutismLive Pre-Order the book written by the host of Autism Live, Shannon Penrod! https://www.amazon.com/Autism-Parent-Sanity-Saving-Spectrum/dp/1949177858 The advice and opinions expressed by the host of Autism Live and her guests are meant solely as suggestion and should not be in any way construed as child-specific advice. Any choices you make in determining your child's treatment are completely at your own discretion. Check out our Podcast! Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/autism-live/id827968203 Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/autismlivepodcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0TXbDFs8cLP0UQbNVqHThf?si=VbEfw4_oRjqJY3vK2pgmFg IHeartRadio.com https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-autism-live-51537613/ Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/Autism-Live-Podcast/B08JJN7B28?qid=1611965289&sr=1-1&ref=a_search_c3_lProduct_1_1&pf_rd_p=83218cca-c308-412f-bfcf-90198b687a2f&pf_rd_r=M68PFW27AP000G4N9CCJ Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/search/autism%20live Others: http://link.chtbl.com/dSPQc6pB Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe! And Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Sign up for Autism Live's free newsletter at: http://www.autism-live.com/join-our-email-list.aspx  

Stories from the Spectrum Episode 2 showcases four videos featuring neurodiverse voices and points of view. What all of these videos have in common is the unique viewpoint of individuals on the spectrum and their quest to be successful, happy people who are treated with dignity and respected for their contributions. Check out the video on YouTube!  https://youtu.be/xohN7y9lv5M #ActuallyAutistic #Autism #AutismPodcast 0:33 Stories from the Spectrum by Dr. Kerry Magro Dr. Kerry Margo ED.D, CAS kicks things off with a fun interview with author, entrepreneur, and YouTube star Olivia Hops. Hops, known for her edible cookie dough recipes and her upbeat, plainspoken views on the being female on the spectrum, tells us what things we shouldn't say to people on the spectrum and why – as well as sharing her favorite autism resources. 9:54 Asperger's - Spencer Griffin Spencer Griffin joins collaborators from Spectrum Laboratory for his soul full original song: ASPERGER'S. 14:37 Dani-Mation Pt. 2 Dani Bowman, of Love on the Spectrum US fame, delivers part 2 of a series that details how she came to be an award-winning filmmaker, animator, educator, and entrepreneur as a teenager, despite doctors declaring she wouldn't be able to succeed. 23:48 Ian's Story of Happiness - Ian Wegher-Thompson Lastly, Ian Wegher-Thompson shows us his take on happiness, in a cute video that was originally created for an assignment in a Spec Labs storytelling class during lockdown. Link Tree https://linktr.ee/AutismLive Pre-Order the book written by the host of Autism Live, Shannon Penrod! https://www.amazon.com/Autism-Parent-Sanity-Saving-Spectrum/dp/1949177858 The advice and opinions expressed by the host of Autism Live and her guests are meant solely as suggestion and should not be in any way construed as child-specific advice. Any choices you make in determining your child's treatment are completely at your own discretion. Check out our Podcast! Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/autism-live/id827968203 Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/autismlivepodcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0TXbDFs8cLP0UQbNVqHThf?si=VbEfw4_oRjqJY3vK2pgmFg IHeartRadio.com https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-autism-live-51537613/ Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/Autism-Live-Podcast/B08JJN7B28?qid=1611965289&sr=1-1&ref=a_search_c3_lProduct_1_1&pf_rd_p=83218cca-c308-412f-bfcf-90198b687a2f&pf_rd_r=M68PFW27AP000G4N9CCJ Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/search/autism%20live Others: http://link.chtbl.com/dSPQc6pB Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe! And Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Sign up for Autism Live's free newsletter at: http://www.autism-live.com/join-our-email-list.aspx  

It's an autistic club with #ActuallyAutistic advocate & spoken word artist, Matty @⁦‪ExistentialAut1‬⁩ & the return of Jayden @iamdead_what --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ihavebipolar/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ihavebipolar/support

The #ActuallyAutistic Guide to Advocacy takes an in-depth look at the key elements of effective, respectful, inclusive advocacy and allyship. Every topic was chosen, shaped and informed by #ActuallyAutistic perspectives. The step-by-step guide discusses various aspects of how autism is perceived, explores how best to speak up for individual needs and introduces advocacy for the wider autistic community. Each step outlines one vital aspect of advocacy and allyship, such as emphasizing acceptance, avoiding assumptions and assuming competence. The advice and strategies laid out in this guide center the wisdom and experiences of autistic people and enable the listener to confidently speak up with insight and understanding.

April is Autism Acceptance Month. There's a lot of misconceptions about autism, and I reached out to an #ActuallyAutistic mental health provider, Dr. Kris, to talk about their experiences (and difficulty) getting their diagnosis as an adult. We also talk about the mind body connection, the importance of inclusion, and the double empathy problem.  

Evidence shows that neurodivergency occurs at a higher rate amongst people with hypermobility disorders. And we know that anxiety is also prevalent in the hypermobile population. When we look at neurodivergency, hypermobility, anxiety, and dysautonomia, we see hints of lines drawn between them. Might science soon be able to connect the dots? Jessica Eccles, senior clinical academic psychiatrist at Brighton and Sussex Medical School, and specialist in brain-body neuroscience, returns to speak with Bendy Bodies about neurodivergency, hypermobility, and possible links with anxiety and the autonomic nervous system. In February 2022, Dr. Eccles published the peer reviewed journal article, "Joint hypermobility links neurodivergence to dysautonomia and pain". She discusses the fascinating results of her research, and explains why neurodivergency, dysautonomia, and pain appear to be connected via joint hypermobility. Dr. Eccles shares her findings of higher levels of musculoskeletal symptoms in the study's neurodivergent population vs the comparison group, and wonders if this may be a potential reason why people with neurodivergency experience more health symptoms. She explains the importance of raising awareness of the link between joint hypermobility and neurodivergency in the medical community, and discusses how anxiety is linked to joint hypermobility and possibly autonomic nervous system dysfunction. Dr. Eccles shares her work on the ADAPT program, a program aimed at reducing anxiety with a combined brain-body approach in hypermobile people. Still in its early stages, the program (Altering Dynamics of Autonomic Processing Therapy) has fascinating implications. Finally, Dr. Eccles reveals her current research projects and shares her hopes for future research. An incredible, accessible discussion by one of the top researchers in this field, this is an episode not to be missed. #neurodivergency #BendyBrain #dysautonomia #AutonomicNervousSystem #anxiety #ActuallyAutistic #adhd #ADHDAwareness #ASD #AutisticPride #DisabilityInclusion #RedInstead #AutismAcceptance #AutismAwareness #neurodivergent #AutisticAdults #neurodiversity #autistic #autism #BendyBodies #BendyBodiesPodcast #JenniferMilner #ZebraStrong #hypermobility #HypermobilityDisorders

Autistic child? Child with autism? It feels like the language is always changing. But identity-first language is a powerful way of shifting the conversation - and reflects so much of what we want to teach our children. Resources mentioned in this episodeAutistic child or child with autism? Why identity-first language matters. ¿Qué es el lenguaje “primero la identidad”? Exceptional Lives valuesPerson First and Identity First Language (From Employer Assistance and Resource Network on Disability Inclusion)Identity-First Language (From Autistic Self-Advocacy Network)LeMondre Pough, CEO of Billion StrongWhat does it mean to listen to #ActuallyAutistic voices?Exceptional Lives mission and vision

https://linktr.ee/socialautie Disclosing our Autistic and various Neurodistinct differences at work is a huge fear for most of us in late identified life. We hold these fears mainly because we have heard horror stories online or worse had an experience similar to Rebekah's and don't feel safe sharing. Join us as we discuss work accommodations, employment law, Communication Styles and more. Want to get our PAID resources for FREE? Tired of looking for what you need as an autistic ADHD adult and only finding resources for parents of autistic ADHD kiddos or only child centered materials? We totally get it and that's why some of the most creative and well known #ActuallyAutistic creators online have come together to share our most popular paid products with you for free March 21-28 in the BIG BEAUTIFUL BRAIN BUNDLE. https://neurodivergentmagic.com/my-big-beautiful-brain-bundle/ Meet & Connect with Rebekah Poirier Rebekah was born and raised in Raleigh NC and currently resides in Columbus GA, with her husband, Christopher. She is the owner and founder of Serenity CFO Solutions LLC, providing bookkeeping and accounting services to growing business all over the country. When not working, Rebekah enjoys all things nerdy, including comic books and tabletop games. She and her husband run a non-profit organization in Georgia providing after-school activities for underprivileged youth in her area, specifically focusing on Esports programs. Rebekah comes from a neurodiverse family and was diagnosed with autism late in life at the age of 39. Since her diagnosis, she has learned to embrace her unique talents and desires to be an advocate for diversity in the workplace and her community. Follow me! https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebekah-poirier-8500a883/ https://www.serenitycfo.com/ https://www.instagram.com/rebekahapoirier/ https://www.facebook.com/Serenity-CFO-Solutions-110915868164583 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/socialautie/support

https://linktr.ee/socialautie Formal and Self Identification as adults, Agency in our lives, and Truth. Join Megan of Neurodivergent Magic and Carole Jean, two late identified Autistic ADHD Coaches who are sharing their professional and lived experiences with you in this heartfelt and deeply relatable conversation. Want to get our PAID resources for FREE? Tired of looking for what you need as an autistic ADHD adult and only finding resources for parents of autistic ADHD kiddos or only child centered materials? We totally get it and that's why some of the most creative and well known #ActuallyAutistic creators online have come together to share our most popular paid products with you for free March 21-28 in the BIG BEAUTIFUL BRAIN BUNDLE. Get on the waiting list here to receive your free resources: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/6228e7fae4da3a4464c30218 Help your friend who is just starting their autism journey and share the show with them too. We all need a helping hand and a friend looking out for us. Be that friend. I look forward to hearing what you've learned each week. Share in the comments or on Instagram. Visit me on the web at: www.socialautie.com Find me on: Instagram @SocialAutie https://www.instagram.com/socialautie/?hl=en If you are enjoying the show and it has been helpful to you in any way, please consider sponsoring me either by a monthly contribution via Anchor or through a one time sponsorship via Buy Me a Coffee https://www.buymeacoffee.com/socialautie I put a tremendous amount of time, heart and resources AKA Spoons into this show for you and appreciate your acknowledgement and assistance to ensure future episodes and to keep it ad free. GUEST Contact INFO: Megan Griffith (she/her) is a neurodivergent life coach who specializes in executive dysfunction, high sensitivity, and internalized shame. When she's not working with clients, she can typically be found going on walks with her toddler and husband or dying her hair some wacky color. megan@neurodivergentmagic.com and on TikTok @megmoxie To get your copy of the Identification/Diagnosis Binders for Autism & ADHD: https://neurodivergentmagic.com/the-neurodivergent-magic-shop/ #MindYourAutisticBrainTalkShow #SocialAutieTalkShow #ActuallyAutistic #MindYourAutisticBrain #SocialAutie #LateIdentifiedAutistic #AutisticAdults #AutisticWomen #MYAB #AutistcMen #AutisticCommunity #YouDontHaveTo #The_UnVeiling_Method #BurnoutToBalance #AutismDiagnosis #AutismIdentification #AutisticTalkShow #AutisticBurnoutWarningSigns #UnVeilers #CaroleJean #WhatAutismLooksLike #AutisticBurnout #ADHDAdult #AutisticAdult #ADHDDiagnosis #AutismDiagnosis --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/socialautie/support

Exceptional Lives envisions a world where families raising children with disabilities (or special needs) become effective advocates for their children. We support families, train providers and educators, and offer guidance grounded in our own personal experiences. Listen to this short podcast to learn more about how we can support you.Resources mentioned in this episodeWhat is identity-first language?¿Qué es el lenguaje “primero la identidad”?Exceptional Lives valuesPerson First and Identity First Language (From Employer Assistance and Resource Network on Disability Inclusion)Identity-First Language (From Autistic Self-Advocacy Network)LeMondre Pough, CEO of Billion StrongWhat does it mean to listen to #ActuallyAutistic voices?Exceptional Lives mission and vision

Eric Michael Garcia is an autistic journalist whose new book is We're Not Broken: Changing the Autism Conversation. Garcia is the senior Washington correspondent for The Independent, following editorial roles at the Washington Post and The Hill. He's also been a correspondent for National Journal, MarketWatch, and Roll Call, and has written for The Daily Beast, The New Republic, and Salon.com. As a child, he was diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome, which is now diagnosed under the broader ASD (autism spectrum disorder). We talked about the history of the autism diagnosis, how it has evolved, how the language around it has changed, and how autistic people are using social media (like the #ActuallyAutistic hashtag on Twitter) to speak out in a media ecosystem that historically marginalized or ignored them. Related links: We're Not Broken: Changing the Autism ConversationI'm Not Broken (National Journal / The Atlantic, 2015)Eric Garcia on TwitterYou're Wrong About podcast: The anti-vaccine movement (2021)#ActuallyAutistic on TwitterLauren Melissa (@autienelle) on TwitterSupport the show (https://www.eil.show/join)

Welcome to The Psychologists Podcast, where we talk about all things psychology through a very personal lens.Just in time for #disabilitypridemonth …We're grappling with #neurodiversity today, as clinicians who work with neurodivergent clients, as parents of neurodivergent kids, and as humans who identify as neurodivergent themselves.RESOURCES for Autism, ADHD, emotional difficulties, etc., (feat. Special sections for adults and girls/women) https://www.thepsychologistspodcast.com/resources Honorable Mentions:-NeuroTribes book: https://tinyurl.com/89jscfcn-Community (vs. individual/medical) approach to mental health-How DO you say dyscalculia, anyway?-Kanner's and Asperger's autisms-superpower, disability, or both?-Why do we need labels? (Psychology Today blog post: https://tinyurl.com/35e8uuvx)-Neurodivergent/NT communication (the “double empathy problem”) https://tinyurl.com/4kx5dcnm -Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) controversy-Broader Autism Phenotype (BAP) and more recently, BAPCO (thank you, Dr. Lindsay McCary): https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33412500/-Autism/ADHD overlap-misdiagnosis (borderline bipolar, anyone?)-early research on positive effects of later autism diagnosis https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/21642850.2019.1684920-neurodivergent cultural identification vs. “mental illness” labeling-self-diagnosis/identification and diagnostic gatekeeping-getting help for understanding your storyDr. Darren Woodlief is a licensed clinical psychologist in Columbia, SC. He specializes in conducting a broad range of diagnostic evaluations for clinical and educational purposes and for treatment planning, including psychoeducational, ADHD, ASD, and mental health assessments, as well as neuropsychological screenings. He earned a Ph.D. in Clinical-Community Psychology and a Certificate in Graduate Study in Applied Statistics from the University of South Carolina. Darren resides near Columbia, SC with his wife, Katie and 16-year-old son, Emerson. He is devastatingly handsome and remarkably quick-witted. Darren is also an avid musician who loves to play, write, record, and otherwise collaborate with other musicians as often as he can fit it in.Darren's band: https://boohagmusic.com/ (well, one of them)—-Gill Strait PhD and Julia Strait PhD are both Licensed Psychologists (TX) and Licensed Specialists in School Psychology (LSSPs, TX). They are alumni of The University of South Carolina School Psychology Doctoral Program (Go Gamecocks).Gill is a teacher, researcher, and supervisor at a university graduate psychology training program.Julia is a testing psychologist at Stepping Stone Therapy in Houston, TX: https://steppingstonetherapy.org/strait/ Instagram: @drjuliatx https://www.instagram.com/drjuliatx/?hl=en

Our perspective may be inconvenient to the status quo…but autistic adults have insight into autistic kids that every parent can benefit from. On this episode, more thoughts on Mark Rober's April 30 celebrity "Color the Spectrum" event, the counter-fundraiser #AutisticNow organized by the #ActuallyAutistic community  on the same day, and why we care so dang much about the next generation or our neurokin not growing up traumatized in the name of support (weird this has to be explained but okay). Plus: got my second pfizer dose (yay!), time travel, meta commentary, and some not-so-subtle shade at the wellness industrial complex. Thank you for being

We're discussing the Black Deaf Community in honor of Deaf History Month. We're also focusing on being Black and Autistic for Autism Acceptance Month from an #ActuallyAutistic perspective. National Black Deaf Advocates: https://www.nbda.org/The Hidden Treasure of Black ASL: Its History and Structure by Carolyn McCaskill, Ceil Lucas, Robert Bayley, and Joseph Hill (Book): http://gupress.gallaudet.edu/the-hidden-treasure-of-black-asl.htmlThe Hidden Treasure of Black ASL: Companion Video to the Book: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLj06bPbAU0PqPVBXxOK2fLiond82P1SagA Timeline of the History of Autism Spectrum Disorder: https://www.parents.com/health/autism/the-history-of-autism/Milton's 'Double Empathy Problem': a summary for non-academics: https://www.reframingautism.com.au/miltons-double-empathy-problem-a-summary-for-non-academics/Autistic Self Advocacy Network: https://autisticadvocacy.org/Autistic Women and Nonbinary Network: https://awnnetwork.org/Podcast Artwork: Astronym       http://linktr.ee/astronym  Moyo Mysteries Website:  https://www.moyomysteries.org (Spiritual Consultation, Full Spectrum Doula Services, Energy Ritual Work, Vaginal/Pelvic Steam Plans, and Community Prayer + Light Setting, The Womb Lounge)Moyo Mysteries Facebook Page:    https://www.facebook.com/moyomysteries/Moyo Mysteries Instagram Page:   https://www.instagram.com/moyomysteriesGuided Cycles Website:    https://www.guidedcycles.org (Death Doula Work, End-of-Life Planning, Legacy Crafting,  Genealogy Work, Community Prayer + Light Setting, and The Death Lounge)Guided Cycles Facebook Page:     https://www.facebook.com/guidedcycles/Guided Cycles Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/guidedcyclesMake a donation to Moyosant (Victoria) at:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/moyomysteriesCash App: $MoyosantPaypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/moyosantSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/moyosant)