Meet My Brain - A Field Guide to Autism: Recent Episodes
The Autistic Woman
What is it like to find out late in life that you are autistic? The Autistic Woman talks about life experiences and how autistic traits affect her. You'll hear personal stories, opinions about research and the importance of autistic voices in autism studies. Includes some fun stuff too! This podcast is one of the top 5% most popular shows globally as ranked by Listen Score.
The regions of the brain that play a role in resilience are the areas of the brain most affected by autism. Is it possible for an autistic person to be resilient? The answer may surprise you.
Resilience assessment tool: https://www.everydayhealth.com/wellness/resilience/get-your-resilience-score/
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There’s a key to connection that unlocks the door of isolation and loneliness. Truly connecting is not possible without it. What is it? The answer is in this episode.
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When you can’t respond to an email or phone call, when you don’t move forward on a project, when you feel stuck in any area of your life you’re facing a “Wall of Awful.” Brendan Mahan, author of Overcoming The Wall of Awful; Why It's Hard to Get Things Done with ADHD, Autism, and Anxiety (and How to Do Them Anyway) has uncovered the reasons we face the wall. He offers solutions and tips that will get you going. He shares helpful insights and stories that you haven’t heard before. You’re not “lazy” and you don’t lack willpower. Find out what the wall is really about so you can finally do the things you want to do.
What we talk about in this episode includes:
- Why everyday tasks can feel overwhelming
- How to recognize the Wall of Awful
- Why thinking you’re “lazy” is a dead end
- Why the ways people respond to the Wall of Awful don’t work
- How to reduce the barrier to getting started
- How to meet your brain's basic needs to create lasting change
Preorder/buy the book (out September 1, 2026): Overcoming The Wall of Awful; Why It's Hard to Get Things Done with ADHD, Autism, and Anxiety (and How to Do Them Anyway)
Brendan Mahan’s website
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If you missed this one be sure to listen now. Or if you remember how great it was, how about another listen? In this episode you’ll hear author Jaime A. Heidel, The Articulate Autistic, talk about her book What Did I Do Wrong? An Accessible Guide to Preventing Traumatic Misunderstandings Between You and Your Autistic Loved One. Jamie has great insight into what it’s like to be autistic and how/why people misunderstand us.
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Jaime’s website: thearticulateautistic.com
Direct link to book on Amazon
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This is probably not the first time you’re hearing that many autistic and ADHD adults struggle on the job and not just due to sensory issues, although that’s a factor for sure. The bigger problem may be something else entirely. Something that has a solution.
In this episode David Raynor tells his own story about a career path of jobs frequently won then lost and how he tired of hearing he had “so much potential.” After getting lots of failed advice from people who meant well, David turned inward and found answers. And he knows you can, too and that you don’t have to do it alone.
David talks about Professionally Neurospicy, a community for neurodivergents to get the support they need in their jobs and careers. You’ll hear David’s advice about the one thing we can do to get the satisfaction we want.
In this episode you’ll also learn:
- Why many neurodivergent careers follow a cycle of success, burnout, and starting over
- How to make better career decisions
- Why workplaces benefit when neurodivergent employees are supported to thrive
- How accommodations are actually workplace upgrades
- Managing hyperfocus without relying on willpower
- A different way of thinking about imposter syndrome
- Building the confidence to advocate for yourself at work
- What you'll find inside the Professionally NeuroSpicy community, including its Discord events, practical resources, and peer support for neurodivergent professionals
David’s website: Professionally Neurospicy
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We’ve waited for decades for an autism assessment tool that reflects the experiences of adult women. The older diagnostic tools based on research of autistic boys left many of us misdiagnosed, overlooked, or completely missed.
Dr. Rebecca Evanko set out to change that. After her own diagnosis at age 47, she used her background in cognitive linguistics, clinical practice and research to create an autism screening instrument developed specifically for adult women. It’s based on women’s personal experiences. It’s called WRADIANCE© Instrument and Protocol and is going into Phase III Clinical Trial.
In this episode Rebecca also explains why the words clinicians choose can dramatically change an assessment outcome, how autistic burnout is often mistaken for personality disorders, and why traits like heightened pattern recognition and focused persistence deserve recognition as autistic strengths rather than symptoms to be explained away.
The conversation also turns to identity after diagnosis, the grief many late-diagnosed women experience, and why therapies that include the body—not just the intellect—can play an important role in healing. Rebecca shares how equine-assisted therapy can help autistic women connect thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations in ways that traditional talk therapy often cannot.
In this episode:
- The words a real psych evaluation used to describe an autistic woman and what they actually mean
- Why cognitive linguistics — the study of how thought and language shape each other — explains so much of why women get missed
- What existing autism assessments overlook about adult women
- How autistic pattern recognition can appear as "intuition"
- The women’s autistic strengths that deserve greater recognition
- What horses can reveal about emotional regulation that talk-therapy alone cannot
- And more that would make this list much too long
Dr. Rebecca Evanko’s website
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In this episode you’ll hear from Tanya Roberts about Mindfulness Done Differently. For those of us who find meditation and mindfulness difficult Tanya has a solution. She teaches a method that works for autistic people by taking sensory needs into account. She also created a supportive community of other autistics who are learning and practicing these skills.
Next, Tanya answers four unique questions about being an autistic woman. She shares deeply personal insights about her life now and before knowing she is autistic.
Website: Mindfulness Done Differently
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The medical system wasn't built for women who ask too many questions, need more time, or leave an exam still wanting answers. As a result many women have learned not to trust their bodies and their needs. Nikki Vinckier, a Physician’s Assistant, spent a decade working in medical care before she decided to write the manual it didn’t come with.
This conversation is not just about what's broken, but about what you can actually do about it before your next appointment.
In this episode you’ll hear:
- How the history of reproductive healthcare still shows up in exam rooms today
- What medical gaslighting is and why autistic women are especially vulnerable
- Why a clinician can’t address your health issues during your annual exam
- How to communicate symptoms when the one-to-ten scale makes no sense for your brain
- The approach that gets you care in an autistic-friendly environment
- What trauma-informed care looks like in practice
- Why you don't have to disclose that you're autistic, and what to say instead
- Grounding techniques for exam rooms and waiting rooms
Nikki's book: We Deserve More: Why Health Care is Broken and What You Can Do About It
The We Deserve More Workbook: A Companion for Navigating Your Reproductive Healthcare
Take Back Trust: Nikki's platform for visit prep, reproductive health information, and combating medical misinformation.
Find Nikki: All social media platforms at @NikkiVinck
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Allie Memery never imagined that a late autism diagnosis at age 57 could be the launching pad for a whole new, satisfying life. In this episode she talks about the thing that became her special interest, the path to self-regulation and the social life that she couldn’t have expected.
She did it all while handling menopause, taking care of her aging mother and facing her own personal challenges.
Alllie talks candidly about:
- How menopause amplified her sensory sensitivities long before she had any framework to understand why
- The physical toll of years of unaccommodated autistic needs — and how the body keeps score
- What it took to actually slow down when you've masked for decades
- The unexpected source of regulation and community she discovered after her diagnosis
- How her life was changed by a nature-inspired special interest
- The peer support she now offers other late-diagnosed adults, and why she built it the way she did
This one is practical, honest, and genuinely warm — exactly what you want from someone who's a few steps ahead on a path you might just be starting.
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What does thriving actually look like for a late-diagnosed autistic adult?
Alexis Kruel gives a pretty specific answer from a life of contradictions.
Alexis is a commercial model and actor who was diagnosed autistic at 53 and ADHD shortly after. But this isn't really a diagnosis story. It's a story about what happens when your whole life suddenly plays back differently, and every awkward moment, every friendship that went cold, every dinner party you wanted to escape, finally makes sense.
She's built a life that genuinely fits her brain. In this conversation she talks about how she did it — and what she'd tell anyone who's still figuring that out.
In this episode:
- The video that stopped her cold and started everything
- Sensory life in the 70s — polyester, crinolines, a doomed trip to Stride Rite
- Why she was simultaneously popular yet seen as “different”
- How the fear of being seen inspired her to become a model
- How two autistic people built a marriage that works — and why she thinks that's not an accident
- Her advice for finding your comfort after late diagnosis
Find Alexis:
Instagram & TikTok: @alexiskruel_official
YouTube & Facebook: Alexis Kruel
Alexis Kruel website
Resources mentioned:
- @whileyouwonderau
- theartofautism.com
- Prosper Health — telehealth autism assessments for adults
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Have you ever felt like the world's volume is turned all the way up — and no one else seems to notice?
For autistic people, sound sensitivity isn't just a quirk or an overreaction. It's a daily, exhausting reality. In this episode, you’ll hear what it actually feels like when everyday sounds become unbearable — and learn the science behind why it happens.
In this episode:
- Why between 50–70% of autistic people experience sound sensitivity at some point in their lives
- The elements of sound that can push an autistic brain into overdrive: frequency, duration, quantity, repetition, and volume
- What's happening in your brain when a disturbing noise sends your nervous system into fight-or-flight
- Why the common advice to "just get used to it" can actually make things worse for autistic people
- Practical tools and strategies that can help — from noise-canceling headphones to acoustic wall panels to earplug alternatives
Meet My Autistic Brain is a podcast for late-discovered autistics and anyone who wants to understand what life on the spectrum really looks like — no filters, no sugarcoating.
Listen, subscribe, and share with someone who needs to hear this one.
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Did you know that AuDHD is its own unique experience, not just autism plus ADHD co-existing? In this episode Megan Griffith, author of Welcome to AuDHD: How to Survive and Thrive as an Adult with Autism and ADHD, gives us the inside look at AuDHD from her lived experience. Some of the things Megan talks about:
- Why AuDHD is its own unique experience, not just autism plus ADHD stacked on top of each other
- How autism and ADHD can mask each other, leading to late or missed diagnoses
- Practical advice on employment, salary negotiation, and finding work that fuels rather than drains you
- Why autism and ADHD are often misunderstood as behavioral issues instead of neurodevelopmental disabilities
- Misdiagnosis and what to look for in an autism/ADHD assessment
- Learning to make accommodations instead of trying to “fix” yourself
- Why many autistic and ADHD people struggle with self-trust
There’s so much more!
The book: Welcome to AuDHD: How to Survive and Thrive as an Adult with Autism and ADHD
The Neurocuriousity Club
Megan Griffith website
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Something a little different this week! Natalie Diggins, former guest and author of the Autistic Adults Toolbox, reached out with a guest suggestion for the show — and that guest was me. So we turned the tables, and Natalie took over the hosting chair.
In this episode, Natalie pulls back the curtain and asks the questions I usually ask everyone else. We talk about how and why I started this podcast as a sitting judge — anonymously, and with a lot of hope — and what it was like to finally have an explanation for a lifetime of feeling different. We also dig into the moment that changed everything for me, how my understanding of autism has shifted over the years, and what I've learned from the incredible guests and listeners who have been part of this journey.
We also get into:
- What it's like to keep your autistic identity private when your whole life requires masking
- Why I don't think we can "learn our way out of" autism — and why that's actually okay
- The episodes and topics that have resonated most with listeners
- Navigating jury duty as an autistic person
- What's coming up next for the show
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Let’s be honest. You’re tired of friendships not working out and convinced they never will. Maybe you don’t try anymore and who could blame you? But don’t give up before you hear this episode with Caroline Maguire, author of the just-released book, Friendship Skills for Neurodivergent Adults. This is not the same old advice we hear. These are step-by-step details about how to make it happen. From walking into a room full of strangers to keeping a friendship going Caroline tells us how to leverage our neurodivergent traits. Ready to learn how to be a good friend? Listen now.
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The book: Friendship Skills for Neurodivergent Adults
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In this episode therapist, author and autistic woman Sharon O'Connor shares her deeply personal journey to a late autism diagnosis and the burnout that changed everything.
Sharon shares what it was like to begin recognizing herself in her young son's autism evaluation, how two dramatically different diagnostic assessments shaped her understanding and how she has healed from autistic burnout.
Topics covered in this episode include:
- What it's like to receive an autism diagnosis as an adult, and why the diagnostic experience matters as much as the outcome
- The relationship between masking and autistic burnout — and why burnout is never a personal failure
- Early warning signs that burnout may be approaching
- Why energy is the foundation of autistic life, and how sensitivity to others' emotions is often a form of self-protection
- How burnout affects our sense of identity
- Practical suggestions for managing burnout when leaving a demanding job simply isn't an option
- Why connection with other autistic people can be transformative
- What life can look like on the other side of burnout
Website: SharonKOConnor.com
Book: Healing Autistic Burnout — available in print, e-book, and audiobook https://a.co/d/028qGW4a
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If you’ve been curious about how AI might actually help neurodivergent people—not just in theory, but in real, everyday life—this is an episode you won’t want to miss.
This special episode is from a podcast I’m genuinely excited to share with you called Hyperfocus with Rae Jacobson. Rae brings in experts—scientists, doctors, and researchers—and together they go beyond the headlines to explore what’s really true about how neurodivergent brains work.
In this featured episode, “What Could the AI Boom Mean For Neurodivergent People?”, the conversation is especially relevant. It looks at how AI can be used in meaningful, practical ways—particularly in the workplace—and how it can function as powerful assistive technology for neurodivergent people and those with disabilities.
This is one of those episodes where you come away with both insight and possibility—real ideas you can think about, and maybe even try.
There’s so much more in the conversation, and I’m really glad I get to share it with you. Take a listen and see what stands out for you.
Hyperfocus with Rae Jacobson
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Meet Ryan Bush author of Become Who You Are and Designing the Mind. Hear how learning he’s autistic led him to a better understanding of himself and how we can all become who we truly are.
Become Who You Are is for everyone. It’s a must-read for late-diagnosed autistics who’ve spent a lifetime wanting to know.
Buy the Book: https://www.amazon.com/Become-Who-You-Are-Self-Esteem/dp/1737846241/ref=monarch_sidesheet?&_encoding=UTF8&tag=theautistic05-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=5da2b9245809a6ac087a2b51b6712b9f&camp=1789&creative=9325
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Ryan Bush website
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Step into the complex world of Women and Girls on the Autism Spectrum with author Sarah Hendrickx. She talks about why autism is often missed in women and girls and how traits can differ. You’ll hear her own personal story of late diagnosis and how it has impacted her life.
Sarah's website
Sarah's book
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Can being autistic make a person a great detective? According to writer Tim Sullivan the answer is yes. He’s created a main character, Detective Sergeant George Cross, whose sense of justice, attention to detail and systematic approach to crime-solving gives him a distinct advantage. In an authentic portrayal of an autistic character Tim reveals why he writes about George and tells how George has become an endearing character in his books. This Cambridge-educated, screenwriter-turned-novelist demonstrates the importance of acceptance and the qualities that make autistics shine.
Tim Sullivan's Websites: US UK
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Have you thought about unmasking, i.e. telling people you’re autistic, by advocating for diversity? Here’s one story about how unmasking played out, including:
- The blank looks, the self-doubt, and the mental replay afterward
- Whether advocacy is worth the emotional cost
- The tension between staying safe behind the mask… or speaking plainly
If you’ve ever left a room and replayed every word, wondering if you revealed too much — this conversation is for you!
Link to the story about Justice Kevin Dougherty of Pennsylvania who advocates for training judges about autism: https://www.pennlive.com/news/2021/03/pa-supreme-court-justice-eyes-reforms-to-serve-those-on-autism-spectrum.html
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In this conversation, author, screenwriter and teacher Claire McGowan shares what it’s been like to receive an autism diagnosis at 43 — and how that discovery is reshaping her understanding of her life, identity, and creative work.
In this episode, we discuss:
- Claire’s late autism diagnosis and the path that led to it
- The mix of grief, anger, relief, and curiosity that followed
- Growing up in Northern Ireland in the 80s and why autism wasn’t on the radar
- Sensory overwhelm — from public transport to event spaces
- Hyperfocus, productivity, and writing 28 books in 14 years
- What Claire hopes will change in how society supports autistic adults
Claire also shares about the importance of talking about neurodiversity.
Claire McGowan website https://www.clairemcgowan.co.uk/
Claire’s book The Other Couple https://www.clairemcgowan.co.uk/books
Claire on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/clairemcgowanwriter
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Autism affects how autistics experience relationships by definition. Some of the best traits can either lead to problems or support us in succeeding. In this episode you’ll learn about why autistics pick the wrong partner and how you can change it. It’s a thoughtful episode about relationships, compatibility, and learning what to notice.
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Unmasking is an ongoing process of noticing when we’re performing, deciding what serves us, and making gradual adjustments, according to Essy Knopf therapist and author of “Unmasking: What We Lose by Pretending and How to Get It Back”. Essy shares his autism diagnosis at 25 and later recognition of ADHD, highlighting how masking and non-stereotypical presentations delayed identification. In this conversation Essy shares about:
- Internalized ableism
- Conditional self-worth
- Burnout, and
- The difficulty of forming authentic connections while performing for acceptance.
This episode offers a grounded discussion of identity, self-advocacy, and living more intentionally as a neurodivergent adult.
Book: Unmasking: What We Lose by Pretending and How to Get It Back
Website: https://essyknopf.com
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In this episode I chat with Natalie Diggins, technologist and author of The Autistic Adult's Toolbox. Natalie gives step-by-step strategies and tools that work for autistics. From parties to friendships to doctor’s appointments Natalie shares the toolbox she developed using her systems approach to problem solving. You’ll learn how to have a plan before socializing, how to save energy for what matters and how to recognize your limits. Using checklists, questionnaires, planners and scripts Leslie helps you find out what you really want and how to get there. Get all the details from the ingenious Natalie Diggins.
Some of what you'll learn about:
*How to prepare for a doctor's appointment or medical procedure
*How to comfortably handle social situations
*Three key strategies to make friendships easier
Natalie's book: The Autistic Adult's Toolbox
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Every day autistic people face the big question. We can stay hidden or we can be real. There’s no right or wrong answer…except maybe this one time?
When have you been in a situation like this and what did you choose? Write to me at info@theautisticwoman.com
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Ever notice how nature calms you, music shifts your mood and soft textures make you feel amazing?
Sensory processing plays a role in how autistic adults experience the world—yet it’s often misunderstood. In this episode, Donna Redman and occupational therapist Cindy Duffy unpack what sensory processing really is, how it affects emotional regulation and behavior, and why so many autistic adults spend years masking sensory discomfort.
We talk about:
- What sensory processing is and how it works in the nervous system
- How sensory differences show up in autistic adults
- Masking sensory discomfort and the emotional cost of “looking fine”
- The connection between sensory overload and anxiety, agitation, and burnout
- How environment, nature, and art support sensory well-being
- Why awareness alone can dramatically reduce stress and self-blame
The Secret Genius of Sensory Processing website
The Secret Genius of Sensory Processing Quick Start Guide
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Have you been told you’re “too sensitive?” Do you struggle to complete tasks or projects? Have you given up trying to find out why life seems hard?
In this episode, clinical psychologist Dr. Gilly Kahn reveals why many women with ADHD are stressing themselves to appear normal and how the clinical world’s focus on young boys has left millions of women without answers.
We talk about:
- The "Double Burden" of Success: Why high IQ and degrees often act as a barrier to diagnosis, leaving women to struggle in secret.
- RSD vs. Reality: Understanding Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria—not as a personality trait, but as a neurological response to a lifetime of negative feedback.
- Hormonal Interference: A look at how hormones affect ADHD and ADHD medications
- Creative Survival: Why habits labeled “quirky” might actually be high-level executive function workarounds.
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You’re done and you don’t know why. The brain is turned off and no words come to mind. You might not move. You might cry. You might be desperate to be alone. This is what shutdown feels like. How do you recognize a shutdown and is there anything you can do to prevent it? This episode has some answers.
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What do you think of interoception? No, really, how do you feel about it? There are ways to get in touch with your mind, body and emotions. Learn how they’re connected and whether interoception is an issue for you.
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You must have heard the all-too-often repeated myth that vaccines cause autism. It doesn’t stop there. The faulty information that’s spread about autism is worth knowing. Listen now.
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Did you see that coming? At times an autistic person doesn’t have a clue about what can happen as a result of something they do. Here’s why it’s difficult to prepare for what may be obvious to others.
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In this conversation we break down what it really means to be perceptive and why highly sensitive people excel in this area. Rachel Radway—who is autistic with ADHD—shares her incredible journey and wisdom from her award-winning book, Perceptive. She tells about learning she's autistic, tuning into her senses and understanding how she makes choices. She reveals the challenges and benefits of being an autistic person living in a highly sensory world.
In this episode you'll discover how autistics are wired to be highly sensitive and inherently perceptive.
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Autistics can sometimes feel as though their emotions are out of control. This is a brain problem rather than a behavior problem. Learn how an autistic brain is wired to be susceptible to “amygdala hijack” with some tips for handling it.
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Decide to listen to this one again! It's all about making decisions.
Should I or shouldn’t I? Now or later? New or used? So many choices, so little time. Learn why it can be hard for autistics to make decisions and what you can do that helps.
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In this episode I’m talking with Briane Webb, a teacher who takes a unique approach to learning. Briane is dedicated to a special kind of school experience, one that values individual differences and neurodiversity. She created a school called Webbsprout where her ideas can thrive.
Our chat focused on Briane and what it’s like to be an autistic person. I’ve picked some gems from the full interview to share with you. Briane is candid about getting her diagnosis and about autistic strengths and trauma. There’s a lot of information in this clip from a longer conversation with Briane Webb.
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The focus on symptoms can make us lose sight of the strengths autistic people have like innovating, creating, designing systems, improving business, teaching and more. Strengths are the other side of autistic symptoms and what makes us exceptional. Hear the ways autistics bring value to the world.
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Ready to turn your passion into a profession? We talked with experts Marlene Sharp and Judi Uttal from Autism in Entertainment Workgroup about a vital topic: increasing employment for autistic individuals in the entertainment industry.
We dive into why autistic traits make us uniquely suited for this industry, where to get support and what you need to know to get started.
Whether it’s film, game design, animation, acting, and something in between you’ll hear amazing advice about how to make it in the industry.
Listen to this lively chat with Marlene and Judi as we put autism in entertainment in the spotlight.
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Marlene Sharp is a creative and business-savvy entertainment multi-hyphenate who originally hails from New Orleans and moved to San Fernado Valley. Firmly ensconced in LA life, she is top dawg at Pink Poodle Productions. She serves as producer, story editor, and writer on the forthcoming animated TV series Mongly Syndrome: K-Pop Odd Couple from ENPIX Animation Studio and Educational Broadcast System in Korea. Noteworthy media consulting clients and co-conspirators include Autism in Entertainment, God’s Gang, Orange County Asperger’s Support Group, GameU, Spectrum Laboratory, Rubber Ninja, Katamaco and more. Prior to Pink Poodle Productions, she was director, production at Level 5 abby, home of Yokai Watch and other Japanese hit video game-based franchises. She even worked with the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise at SEGA as well.
Marlene is a 5+ year ally of the autism community, and she grows more enthusiastic each day. This passion started with a consulting role at The Center for Learning Unlimited and companion animation studio Brainstorm Productions and swelled to collaborations with multiple artists on the spectrum including the bunch of performers whom she represents via Sandstone Artists Management. She is exceptionally proud of the ongoing Laugh Factory neurodivergent comedy nights which she established alongside Rob Kutner, Mike Rotman, Judi Uttal, Maja Watkins, Autism in Entertainment, the Miracle Project and Spectrum Laboratory.
Judi Uttal is the founder and the mastermind behind the Autism In Entertainment Workgroup. She led the effort to host the amazing Autism In Entertainment Conference held on April 5, 2024, and continues to drive and expand the effort to increase employment of talent on the autism spectrum in the entertainment Industry.
Judi is the president of the Orange County Asperger’s Support Group (OCASG), a nonprofit organization improving the quality of life for individuals and families dealing with high-functioning autism and the parent organization of Autism In Entertainment. For the last twelve years, Judi has been leading the OCASG Toastmaster Gavel Club. Meeting monthly, this innovative organization has helped individuals on the spectrum i
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It’s complicated. Each day an autistic person handles both autism and life’s challenges. It takes energy and skill. Here are some tips to help cope with autistic life. (Remastered)
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In this episode, I’m chatting with Wendela Whitcomb Marsh whose career has included working with autistics and providing assessments. Many people struggle with whether to get one, what to look for in someone doing the assessment and how to adjust to the news of a diagnosis. If you’ve struggled with these questions this episode provides the answers.
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Do you recognize that underlying feeling as if you’re always tired? Being autistic can be difficult. Masking, socializing and trying to fit in drain our energy and lead to autistic fatigue. Here are some ideas for how to get some relief.
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Is your "gut feeling" from anxiety or is it something else? For many autistic people years of masking and overwhelm have broken trust in their inner compass. In this episode you’ll hear a personal story of trusting gut feelings and how to get in touch with yours.
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Explaining Autism to Family and Friends - If you’ve tried to talk about autism with others and got an unsatisfying result this episode is for you. This approach might help you get your point across.
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We’ve all had them although we may have ignored them, intentionally or not. Gut feelings can keep us safe, help us make decisions and more. So why don’t autistic people pay attention to them? We do, some of the time. It’s the times we don’t that have very good reasons…
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Hear author, content creator and advocate Orion Kelly talk about how he found out he’s autistic and his life as an autistic parent of an autistic child. He reveals how he and his neurotypical partner make their relationship work. Get personal with Orion Kelly as he shares deep insights into what it’s like to be an autistic person.
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There’s a lot to talk about when it comes to bullying and it is complex. Bullies follow a predictable pattern of behavior and understanding bullies is the best way to protect yourself. In this case knowledge is power.
In this episode you’ll hear what it means to be involved with a bully, what they look like and what the best strategy is for dealing with one. Are you ready for some straight talk about bullies?
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In this episode, Becca Block shares her practical framework for motivation, tackling the big challenges like procrastination and focus. You'll discover the ABCDs of Motivation—the key steps to actually getting things done while fully respecting your neurodivergent needs. She reveals what often trips people up, exactly what the neurodivergent brain needs, and why procrastination might not be what you think it is. Ready to stop fighting your brain and start working with it? Tune in for deep insights and practical tips that will set you up for success.
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How do we move beyond the labels of "disability" and "levels" when talking about autism? More importantly, how can we actually regulate our nervous system for a better quality of life?
In this fascinating episode, I sit down with Ishe Abel, an autistic woman, podcaster, and groundbreaking advocate. Ishe, creator of The Horse Human Connection Matrix, reveals an incredible insight: horses offer a powerful, unexpected model for connection and regulation that deeply resonates with the autistic experience.
From challenging conventional views on autism to sharing details about her unique, transformative retreat, this conversation is packed with a refreshing new perspective. Don't miss this illuminating talk with the incomparable Ishe Abel.
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Questionable studies suggest that acetaminophen causes autism which simply isn’t so. This is an update to the 2022 episode “What Some Say Causes Autism” which, even then, discredited the acetaminophen-autism link and exposed lawsuits alleging damages that have now been dismissed. This issue and episode are too important to miss.
Judge Denise Cote’s decision in IN RE: Acetaminophen – ASD-ADHD - Products Liability Litigation
Andrea Baccarelli article: Evaluation of the Evidence on Acetaminophen Use and Neurodeveopmental Disorders using the Navigation Guide methodology https://ehjournal.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12940-025-01208-0
A 2024 Swedish study which determined there is no link between acetaminophen use and autism: Acetaminophen Use During Pregnancy and Children’s Risk of Autism, ADHD, and Intellectual Disability
Interview with Liam O'Dell: Selling Out the Spectrum: How Science Lost the Trust of Autistic People and How It can Win It Back
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Do you recognize that underlying feeling as if you’re always tired? Being autistic can be difficult. Masking, socializing and trying to fit in—all drain our energy and lead to autistic fatigue. Here are some ideas for how to get some relief.
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This episode features my chat with Dr. Clem Bastow, the brilliant writer and one of the editors behind the anthology, Someone Like Me. Dr. Bastow is also the author of the critically acclaimed 2021 best-seller, Late Bloomer: How An Autism Diagnosis Changed My Life. They share the fascinating process of how the diverse voices for Someone Like Me were chosen, the powerful messages the collection conveys, and the unique and beautiful ways each author found to express themselves.
Dr. Bastow gives us a look into their own autistic experience as a screenwriter, teacher, and critic. You'll hear how their interest in film shapes their communication in entertaining ways. So grab your popcorn and get ready for a fascinating and enlightening conversation with Dr. Clem Bastow.
Someone Like Me available now
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Dr. Bastow's thesis: I Can't Describe What I'm Feeling
Bio: Dr Clem Bastow (they/them) is a screenwriter, cultural critic and award-winning critical Autism studies researcher from Naarm-Melbourne. Clem works as a screenwriter and neurodiversity consultant for film and TV, and teaches screenwriting at the University of Melbourne. Clem's debut non-fiction book, Late Bloomer, was published in 2021. They have contributed to books including Investigating Stranger Things and ReFocus: The films of Elaine May, and their writing appears regularly in the Guardian. They're currently working on a series of critical Autism studies essays and a collection of speculative fiction short stories.
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After diagnosis the question is often “What do I do now?” Our guest, Rachel Morgan-Trimmer, has written a book with the answers. She takes us on a journey to find comfort in our own skin, realize our inherent value, and truly understand who we are. This is one you don’t want to miss.
How To Be Autistic website and book
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AuDHD Day AuDHD Day is a new annual event established by advocates to raise awareness and celebrate individuals with both autism and ADHD officially taking place on September 9th, 2025.
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You may have heard the term “autism tax” but what is it? Why do autistic people pay more merely for existing? This episode answers those questions and more. You may be surprised at what you learn.
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Autism, ADHD or Both?
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Daria Brown, author of We Chose Play, talks with me about an approach that emphasizes connecting through play called Floortime which promotes communication by focusing on strengths and growth. She also candidly shares her thoughts about life as a relatively newly diagnosed autistic woman. Listen now to the engaging frankness of Daria Brown.
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In this episode you’ll hear from Tanya Roberts about Mindfulness Done Differently. For those of us who find meditation and mindfulness difficult Tanya has a solution. She teaches a method that works for autistic people by taking sensory needs into account. She also created a supportive community of other autistics who are learning and practicing these skills.
Next, Tanya answers four unique questions about being an autistic woman. She shares deeply personal insights about her life now and before knowing she is autistic.
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Autism can come as a surprise for many people. There are positive things that happen after someone learns they’re autistic. Here are some of the reasons I like knowing I’m autistic. Like food, expectations, special interests and learning.…What are yours?
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The podcast has now officially reached 1,000,000 downloads!
When I started Meet My Autistic Brain, I never could have imagined it would reach so many of you. To think that a million times, someone has hit play on an episode is just… mind-blowing. I love that you have supported the podcast, shared it and helped build our community.
From my heart, thank you for making the podcast a success, for sending me your thoughts and suggestions and for supporting our sponsors and the guests who so generously take the time to talk to you. I'm truly grateful for each and every one of you who has listened.
I have a feeling that we’re only getting started. Let’s keep going. Let’s keep spreading the word about what it’s like to be autistic.
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Do autistics share experiences and behaviors? Here are some things we have in common. What fits for you?
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Special interests are one of the diagnostic criteria for autism. They bring us happiness! Many autistics become near-experts at their area of interest. Can something about our neurology affect how we experience special interests? You might be surprised.
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New York Times international best-selling author JD Barker talks writing, autism and how he leverages his autistic traits to do the things he loves. A late-diagnosed father with an autistic child he reveals how he and his wife make it work.
JD talks about how learning he’s autistic at age 22 changed him, how growing up without a tv sparked his interest in reading and how his life experience lead to the career he has today. This is a glimpse inside the brilliant and vibrant mind of a writer who understands how autistic traits can contribute to success.
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Self-help fails autistics but why? This episode reveals the not-so-obvious reason it can do more harm than good and provides some tips for what you can do instead.
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In this episode I’m talking with Clain Udy author of Rebranding Autism, A Guide to Seeing Strength on the Spectrum. In this touching story Clain talks about his autistic son and his family’s desire for him to lead a “normal” life. When something unexpected happened his view changed. From that day forward Clain knew that in order for his son to thrive there had to be something else, something better than what many call “normal.” His unstoppable determination to find answers led him to understand that how we see autism can determine our success.
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First Ascent: https://autismcareerdevelopment.com/
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It’s important for us to understand our autistic minds and bodies to deal with burnout, to choose healthy relationships and to build resilience. In this episode you’ll learn from Dr. Megan Anna Neff how the autistic mind and body work and how self-care can help us become self-reliant, build flexibility and gain satisfaction from our lives.
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Dr. Sol Smith, psychologist, former professor, coach, consultant and autistic advocate talks about his book, The Autistic’s Guide to Self-Discovery. He tells about his personal experience as an autistic person with relatable examples of masking, rumination, imposter syndrome and more. He gives insights into how and why the autistic brain processes life experiences the way it does. Listen now!
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Rick Stanton, the writer and director of the film Spectrum talks with me about the new film and its message about “the transformative power of acceptance and the untapped potential for greatness within every individual, no matter where they fall on the spectrum.” Don’t miss this interview and the spectacular film Spectrum. Links in the show notes!
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Are you tired of hearing “you don’t look autistic”? Here are some examples of the unique ways autistic traits express themselves. Learn about the human side of autism.
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Excitement can seem over the top when you contemplate a future event. It’s like your imagination goes wild and it feels great and you don’t want it to end! Could it be a variation of rumination?
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Author Dawn Davies could never have imagined the twists and turns her life would take from parenting an autistic child to finding her voice to advocate for him. Just when she thought she had it figured out life surprised her again. It didn’t stop with learning she’s autistic. There was more still to come…
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In this episode you’ll meet Liam O’Dell, a journalist and author who is autistic. He’s the author of Selling Out The Spectrum: How Science Lost the Trust of Autistic People and How It Can Win It Back, where he explores things like the misinformation surrounding autism and vaccines, the failure to include autistic people in research and even recent statements about autism made by RFK, Jr. There’s so much more in this not-to-be-missed episode!
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In this episode I interview Lyric Rivera who has written Workplace Neurodiversity Rising. Lyric has been an employee, a manager and finally a consultant for employers interested in making their companies a place where both neurodivergent and neurotypical employees can succeed. Lyric shares her expertise, from getting hired to avoiding burnout, from being vulnerable to feeling safe. Whether you are an employee or employer you’ll find something valuable in this interview with Lyric Rivera.
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Matthew Kenslow has found the formula for succeeding in life regardless of challenges and setbacks. He dreamed of being a teacher and faced tremendous obstacles as an autistic person. Matthew persevered and persisted until he made his dream happen. Using his own experience as an example Matthew tells us how to be unstoppable.
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Claire Akebrand had debilitating physical symptoms that doctors couldn’t diagnose. She questioned her ability to be a good mother. She felt like few people would understand. Then she got an autism diagnosis and her life changed. Hear the amazing story of what happened after she learned she is autistic.
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Some people are first diagnosed with bipolar disorder before getting their autism diagnosis. Some are both autistic and bipolar. Hear a personal account of one experience with bipolar disorder that might explain a late diagnosis of autism.
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We often hear that autistics are bottom-up processors and that neurotypicals are top-down processors. What does that mean? What are the advantages of each? Hear how the way the autistic brain processes information explains many autistic traits.
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Step into the complex world of Women and Girls on the Autism Spectrum with author Sarah Hendrickx. She talks about why autism is often missed in women and girls and how traits can differ. You’ll hear her own personal story of late diagnosis and how it has impacted her life.
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Does it take you a few moments before you can respond in a conversation? That could be because you are a visual thinker living in a largely verbal world. Being a slow processor might have a simple explanation.
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It’s remarkable how many autistics are misdiagnosed with another illness or condition before or instead of learning they’re autistic. Could it be that the medical profession doesn’t even consider autism as a possible diagnosis? Hear about the other conditions and illnesses that are sometimes mistaken for autism.
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Autistics struggle with employment for a variety of reasons. It may be hard to get a job and harder to keep one. Some autistics have to accept jobs that are not a match for their skills. Hear why a huge percentage of autistics are unemployed or underemployed.
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Becca Lory Hector, JD Barker and a not-to-be-missed podcast: The Autistic Culture Podcast. Plus a personal observation about sensory sensitivities.
Autistic Culture Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-autistic-culture-podcast/id1653171456
Becca Lory Hector, Always Bring Your Sunglasses: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/meet-my-autistic-brain/id1548001224?i=1000691102681
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Becca Lory Hector joins the podcast to share her experiences as a late-diagnosed autistic who struggled to hold a job and to manage her day-to-day life. She eventually learned why things were harder for her than for others. Hear Becca’s amazing story about life before and after learning she’s autistic.
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Do you love systems?
In this episode of the author interview series Danielle Richard, an autistic graphic designer, talks about her book about systems. Many autistics have an affinity for systems and are good at designing and using them.
Danielle’s book, System Redesign Handbook for a Humane Era: Harnessing 12,000 Years of Knowledge to Edit Systems for Human Thriving delves into the importance of designing systems that give us control and autonomy.
Danielle talks about how school systems can be more flexible and relevant for autistics. She even shares three “moonshot” ideas for a better world.
Check the links for special tools just for listeners and begin redesigning today!
Danielle’s book: https://system-redesign.org/book/
Danielle’s website: https://system-redesign.org/
Resources: https://system-redesign.org/brain/
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This is a special episode where you will hear the first fifteen minutes of Annie Kotowicz’s new book, What I Mean When I Say I’m Autistic, Unpuzzling a Life on the Autism Spectrum. The book is available in both a text and audio version. Check the links below.
Annie’s website: https://neurobeautiful.com/
Book link: https://neurobeautiful.com/book/
From Annie's website:
This intimate and insightful mix of memoir and manifesto takes you inside an autistic mind, exploring the trials and triumphs of a life before and after diagnosis.
How might it feel to be autistic? Why are autistic and non-autistic people so puzzling to one another? How does neuroscience explain the spectrum of autistic traits? And what could you discover about your own mind — neurotypical or neurodivergent — through learning about another?
Written by an autistic author and narrated by an autistic actor, What I Mean When I Say I’m Autistic offers help and hope to anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the autism spectrum. It's a nuanced analysis of autistic thinking, an engaging guide to autistic thriving, and a beautiful celebration of autistic brains.
Narrator: Meredith Aleigha Wells
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Jackie Schuld is out with another book, Being An Autistic Writer, this time about how to be an autistic author and why it’s important for more autistic voices to be heard. Jackie talks about being autistic, being a writer and how the two intersect.
Get the book! https://www.jackieschuld.com/books
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There are many traits autistics have in common that aren’t always noticed as being autistic. How many of these do you recognize in yourself?
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Author Anna Runkle, The Crappy Childhood Fairy, talks about her new book "Re-Regulated: Set Your Life Free from Childhood PTSD and the Trauma-Driven Behaviors That Keep You Stuck.”
In this episode you’ll hear about the neurological basis for symptoms of CPTSD. Anna shares how trauma affects our nervous system and makes us feel dysregulated. She tells why it’s important for us to be re-regulated and how to know if we’re not.
Anna describes her method for handling CPTSD symptoms and how using it can lead to success in recovery and in life.
Don’t miss this important and informative interview with Anna Runkle.
Links to resources and the book:
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JD Barker, Jackie Schuld, Annie Kotowicz are out with new books and a not-to-be-missed podcast with an autistic host: The Horse Human Connection Matrix.
JD Barker, Heavy Are the Stones: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D5RKLYPC
Jackie Schuld, Being An Autistic Writer: https://a.co/d/80AFRn7
Annie Kotowicz, What I Mean When I Say I’m Autistic: https://neurobeautiful.com/book/
The Horse-Human Connection Matrix, https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-horsehuman-connection-matrix/id1721995107?i=1000679094801
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An autistic person might fall in love easily, or at least think they have. They might not be able to control the feelings they have. They might see a small gesture as more than it is. This is not desperation or clinginess. It’s the autistic brain.
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Autism, ADHD or both? If you’ve been diagnosed with one or the other it could be that you have both. Hear about how symptoms overlap and what it looks like to be AuDHD.
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When you learn you’re autistic you might want to tell the world. Or not. It takes patience to wait until the right time to break the news. Hear how you can know when it feels right.
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In this episode I’m talking with Samantha Stein, author of So You Think You’re Autistic, A Workbook for the Confused Person Who's Just Trying to Figure Things Out and host of the popular YouTube channel Yo Samdy Sam. Samantha talks about her experience learning she’s autistic and how it led to a book for readers to reflect on and work through their thoughts and questions about autism. A must-read!
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It’s natural for autistics to stim and what works for you is an individual choice. What is stimming and what are the ways people stim? Listen to learn more and to hear about the options autistics choose.
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It’s remarkable how many autistics are misdiagnosed with another illness or condition before or instead of learning they’re autistic. Could it be that the medical profession doesn’t even consider autism as a possible diagnosis? Hear about the other conditions and illnesses that are sometimes mistaken for autism.
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New York Times international best-selling author JD Barker talks writing, autism and how he leverages his autistic traits to do the things he loves. A late-diagnosed father with an autistic child he reveals how he and his wife make it work.
JD talks about how learning he’s autistic at age 22 changed him, how growing up without a tv sparked his interest in reading and how his life experience lead to the career he has today. This is a glimpse inside the brilliant and vibrant mind of a writer who understands how autistic traits can contribute to success.
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Autistics can sometimes feel as though their emotions are out of control. This is a brain problem rather than a behavior problem. Hear how an autistic brain is wired to be susceptible to “amygdala hijack.”
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If you're a self-diagnosed autistic you may wonder if self-diagnosis is as valid as a professional diagnosis. This episode explores self-diagnosis and why it might be your best choice.
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In this episode I talk to Jackie Schuld, author of What is Autism? Jackie shares her insights and knowledge about autism, how it affects her and what it was like learning she’s autistic. Listen and meet the autistic brain of author, artist and therapist, Jackie Schuld.
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Sometimes we avoid the demands of our everyday lives, even the ones we place on ourselves. It takes a lot of energy to resist doing what needs to be done. It’s different from PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance) in how it affects us and what we can do about it.
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When you don’t feel like doing anything it may not be laziness. If you’re autistic it could be due to executive and cognitive functioning. Don’t miss this to learn more!
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Do you have difficulty recognizing people? It’s frustrating to forget someone’s face. It’s not your fault—it’s face blindness also known as prosopagnosia. It varies among people. Some have trouble recognizing family members while others get lost in a crowd of faces.
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When the energy needed to provide basic autistic needs is out of balance it can lead to burnout. Hear why autistics are more subject to burnout than non-autistics and what you can do about it.
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Some people would rather hide than face the demands placed on them by themselves or others. This might be due to autism or a separate condition of its own. Learn more about this interesting disorder.
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Autism affects how autistics experience relationships by definition. Some of the best traits can lead to problems. In this episode you’ll learn about why autistics pick the wrong partner and how you can change it.
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Autistics share traits that meet the diagnostic criteria for autism and many traits that do not. Find out what autistics may have in common that didn’t make the cut.
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The old thinking was that neurotypicals understand us as autistics but that we don’t understand them. Modern research dispels this myth and empathy may be the key.
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The regions of the brain that play a role in resilience are the areas of the brain most affected by autism. Is it possible for an autistic person to be resilient? The answer may surprise you.
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The ability to see the “big picture” is called central coherence. One study (1980’s) said that autistic people have weak central coherence and only see details. Recent research suggests this isn’t so — that autistic people may be good at both seeing details and seeing the big picture.
2021 Study: Weak Central Coherence – Construct conception, development, research methods https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35472233/
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In this episode I’m talking with Orion Kelly who has a YouTube channel and podcast and also has written a book called Autism Feels…An Earthling’s Guide. Orion talks about how he found out he’s autistic and what it’s like to be an autistic father and partner. You’ll meet this fascinating guest and hear his deep insights into what it’s like to be an autistic person.
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Autism has a culture all its own and the The Autistic Culture podcast explores one aspect of it in each episode showing how the subject relates to autism and autistic people.
In this episode, Cats Are Autistic, the hosts talk about the cat behaviors that might be autistic like the need for routine, their sensitivities, their response to stress and more. The podcast features one of our previous guests, Angela Lauria.
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In this episode I’m talking with Samantha Stein, author of So You Think You’re Autistic, A Workbook for the Confused Person Who's Just Trying to Figure Things Out and host of the popular YouTube channel Yo Samdy Sam. Samantha talks about her experience learning she’s autistic and how it led to a book for readers to reflect on and work through their thoughts and questions about autism. A must-read!
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Dr. Angela Lauria, author, podcaster, speaker and advocate with expertise in publishing, writing and celebrating neurodiversity talks about her latest book, The Equalizing Quill. She discusses how and why generative AI gives autistics greater access to writing email, stories, articles and books. Dr Lauria tells about her journey learning she is autistic and how that impacted her life.
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Being autistic can be tiring. Masking, socializing and trying to fit in -- all those things drain our energy and lead to autistic fatigue.
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If you self-diagnosed autism you may wonder if it’s valid when compared to a professional diagnosis. This episode explores self-diagnosis and why it might be your best and perhaps only choice.
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“You’re perfect just as you are.” Easy to say, harder to believe. In a world that hates mistakes perfectionism can actually lead to disaster.
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The focus on symptoms can make us lose sight of the strengths autistic people have like innovating, creating, designing systems, improving business, teaching and more. Find your strength(s) in this episode.
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Should I or shouldn’t I? Now or later? New or used? So many choices, so little time. Learn why it can be hard for autistics to make decisions and what you can do that helps.
A new podcast chock full of information: From the Spectrum: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-the-spectrum-finding-superpowers-with-autism/id1737499562
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Common everyday sounds can seem uncomfortable or painful to many autistics. Hear about the factors that make us sensitive to sound and how the brain is affected.
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Other episodes
Sound Effects: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/meet-my-autistic-brain/id1548001224?i=1000522053156
Wake Up: Stop the Noise! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/meet-my-autistic-brain/id1548001224?i=1000522053157
Use Noise to Sleep Better and Reduce Tinnitus https://www.buzzsprout.com/1782001/episodes/13937100
Research: A review of decreased sound tolerance in autism: Definitions, phenomenology, and potential mechanisms https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0149763420306722
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When you put something away and then forget that you even have that thing, you have an issue with object permanence. It can affect what we believe about other people’s feelings for us. Hear what scientists say about how it relates to autism.
Link to the research in this episode
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Hear author Jaime A. Heidel, The Articulate Autistic, talk about her new book What Did I Do Wrong? An Accessible Guide to Preventing Traumatic Misunderstandings Between You and Your Autistic Loved One. This is a must hear/read!
Jaime’s website: thearticulateautistic.com
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I heard from many of you wanting to know more about the outcome of my visit to the hospital. Let me put your mind at ease with this explanation.
You can listen to Going to the Hospital by clicking here.
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t’s not fun going to the hospital and is especially difficult for autistics. Hear what sensory issues, communication challenges and feeling sick feels like for an autistic person.
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It’s complicated. Each day an autistic person handles both autism and life’s challenges. It takes energy and skill.
Listen for some tips to help cope with autistic life.
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In Part 2 we examine traits that raise questions like these: Outside the box thinker? Sensitive? Feel younger than your age?Love rules and strategy? These are some traits that are overlooked in autistics. Do you recognize yourself in any?
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There are many traits autistics have in common that aren’t always noticed as being autistic. How many of these do you recognize in yourself or someone you know?
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Meet Ryan Bush author of Become Who You Are and Designing the Mind. Hear how learning he’s autistic led him to a better understanding of himself and how we can all become who we truly are.
Become Who You Are is for everyone. It’s a must-read for late-diagnosed autistics who’ve spent a lifetime wanting to know.
Buy the Book: https://www.amazon.com/Become-Who-You-Are-Self-Esteem/dp/1737846241/ref=monarch_sidesheet?&_encoding=UTF8&tag=theautistic05-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=5da2b9245809a6ac087a2b51b6712b9f&camp=1789&creative=9325
Learn more about the book: https://designingthemind.org/become-who-you-are/
Ryan Bush website: https://designingthemind.org
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Ryan Bush website: https://designingthemind.org
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Meet Davies and Naomi Roberts the creators of unique, highly effective, award-winning earplugs for autistics and people with sound sensitivities. In this interview learn why they work, the science behind them, and the Roberts’ journey getting them to market.
Hear how seriously noise affects us and how Calmer® solves the problem faced by many autistics — the stress of loud, annoying or unpleasant sounds.
They candidly talk about the challenges they faced and how passion for their product kept them going in difficult times.
We discuss the surprising responses they receive from wearers. We talk about a version made especially for children’s smaller ears.
Tune in to learn about how noise affects us and how Calmer® can bring relief to you and to your sound sensitive or autistic loved one.
Learn more about Calmer and other revolutionary audio products made by Flare Audio at https://flareaudio.com
Buy Calmer here: https://www.amazon.com/FLARE-AUDIO%C2%AE-Calmer%C2%AE-Translucent-sensitivities/dp/B08KHJKC4V/ref=sr_1_5?crid=FRH8FP3ITF2K&keywords=flare+calmer&qid=1706987614&sprefix=flare+calmer%252Caps%252C165&sr=8-5&_encoding=UTF8&tag=theautistic05-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=92cd6de3eec36a9473d357fb97ed0bd8&camp=1789&creative=9325
*Calmer® is made of a soft, silicone material and does not block sound.
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Did you see that coming? At times an autistic person doesn’t have a clue about what can happen as a result of something they do. Here’s why it’s difficult to prepare for what may be obvious to others.
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500,000 downloads, a new season, a new year! Hear about what’s coming up for Season 7. Exciting news you don’t want to miss!
Music by Sergio Prosvirini
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If you self-diagnosed autism you may wonder if it is valid compared to a professional diagnosis. This episode explores self-diagnosis and why it might be your best choice.
Transcript available at https://www.buzzsprout.com/1782001/14086100
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Some autistics think in pictures and some others may not be able to visualize images. It’s called aphantasia and it’s still being studied to understand whether it’s connected to autism. Learn more here.
Link to aphantasia questionnaire: https://aphantasia.com/study/vviq/
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Proprioception is our ability to sense position, location and movement of our bodies. Many autistics may be under-responsive to this sense. Is that you? What does it look like?
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Does white noise annoy you or does it lull you to sleep? There are many kinds of noise and some may soothe you or help tinnitus! Listen to this episode to hear more about the colors of noise.
Link to channel with sound samples and tinnitus solutions: https://www.youtube.com/@dalesnale
Link to the Tinnitus Zapper: Go to https://www.youtube.com/@dalesnale or type in Tinnitus Zapper in YouTube’s search.
Other episodes related to sound:
Sound Effects: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/meet-my-autistic-brain/id1548001224?i=1000522053156
Wake Up, Stop the Noise! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/meet-my-autistic-brain/id1548001224?i=1000522053157
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You must have heard the all-too-often repeated myth that vaccines cause autism. It doesn’t stop there. The faulty information that’s spread about autism is worth knowing. Listen here.
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What do you think of interoception? No, really, how do you feel about it? There are ways to get in touch with your mind, body and emotions. Learn how they’re connected and whether interoception is an issue for you.
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If you’re autistic you’re emotionally sensitive to how people see you. Could you also have Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria? Learn the difference between these two autistic challenges.
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The idea that if you’re a systematizer you lack empathy is simply not true. Creating systems is something autistics do well. Hear about the traits that make it happen easily.
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Persistence is voluntary. Perseveration is not. Autistics are known to perseverate. Do you? Do you? Do you? Let’s talk about it.
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“You’re perfect just as you are.” Easy to say, harder to believe. In a world that hates mistakes perfectionism can actually lead to disaster.
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The old thinking was that neurotypicals understand autistics but we don’t understand them. Modern research dispels this myth and empathy may be the key.
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You’re done and you don’t know why. The brain is turned off and no words come to mind. You might not move. This is what shutdown feels like.
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Have you thought about unmasking, i.e. telling people you’re autistic? Here’s one story about how unmasking played out.
Link to the story about Justice Kevin Dougherty of Pennsylvania who advocates for training judges about autism: https://www.pennlive.com/news/2021/03/pa-supreme-court-justice-eyes-reforms-to-serve-those-on-autism-spectrum.html
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It’s natural for autistics to stim and what works for you is an individual choice. What is stimming and what are the ways people stim? Listen to learn more and to hear about the options autistics choose.
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There are things autistics do, feel and experience that are rather common amongst us. Food, clothes, pets are just a few. What else do we share?
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This episode examines the idea of Theory of Mind and whether it applies to autistics and non-autistics alike. Listen and decide for yourself whether Theory of Mind is real and if it can ever be accurate.
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*I really do have a red Swingline stapler.
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SPOILER ALERT (THE ENDING OF THE MOVIE):
How it ends: Not all of the facts are discussed in this episode and the movie has more than one story line. As to Milton, he finally gets fed up and angry that his boss and co-workers fail to take him seriously. Having been denied his red stapler and stepped on too often Milton burns down the building where he worked resulting in the demise of the company.
The movie “Office Space” has become a cult classic well worth watching.
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Empirical Failures of the Claim That Autistic People Lack a Theory of Mind https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6959478/
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Autistics share traits that meet the diagnostic criteria for autism and many traits that do not. Find out what autistics may have in common that didn’t make the cut.
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Autism isn’t treatable with medications. Some autistics take meds for symptoms of co-existing conditions. There are a few things to know in order to get the best results.
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Autistics are at a high risk of burning out. The main cause is having to navigate a neurotypical world. There are ways to recognize and deal with it. Listen to learn more.
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It’s there, always, affecting how we view ourselves. Autistics struggle with it and for good reason. Is it possible for an autistic to have positive self-esteem or is playing neurotypical costing us?
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Pathological Demand Avoidance - People with PDA don’t like demands placed on them even with activities of daily living. Is this an autistic thing, a symptom of autism or a disorder on its own? Listen and decide for yourself.
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There’s a key to connection that unlocks the door of isolation and loneliness. Truly connecting is not possible without it. What is it? The answer is in this episode.
[Note: Unexpected sounds in this episode are courtesy of cats and quail.]
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An autistic’s love of knowledge is a reason many are self-taught. From painting to music an autistic has unlimited capacity to know more. What other things drive an autistic to teach themselves? Listen and learn.
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There is so much we learn about ourselves when we realize we’re autistic. Looking for answers to why you do, say or feel certain things? Here are just a few.
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If you have to ask people to repeat themselves there may be nothing wrong with your hearing. It could be the way your brain processes sound. Listen and repeat as needed.
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Autistics can watch the same movie multiple times and still not remember the details. Or repeatedly listen to a song and not remember the words. Short term and working memory might be the reason. Hear more in this memorable episode.
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Two very different thinking styles may affect how we see the world. Can we improve our non-dominant style? Take a short test to find out whether you lean towards being logical or intuitive.
Note: Thumb test is from Richard Wiseman's book 59 Seconds, Think a Little, Change a Lot
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It’s been a diagnostic criteria without a definition until recently. It’s considered a negative trait. It turns out it may be a positive one that works with other traits to give autistics an edge. This is a subject worth focusing on.
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Autistics value alone-time but there’s a risk that too much can lead to isolation and loneliness. Listen to this episode to learn what it looks like and a few things that might help.
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An independent researcher claims he developed a 5-question test for autism based on what he says causes it. And he’s found a cure. Is this real?
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This parody examines the behaviors you may have observed in your neurotypical loved one and how you can support those with this incurable disorder.
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How we see ourselves as autistics may not always be accurate. We can be ignoring how traits affect us. Are you aware or oblivious?
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An autistic can fall in love easily, or at least think they have. They might not be able to control the feelings that come with the slightest encouragement.
They might prefer to hide rather than let on to how easily they fall in love. Thoughts of romance can be appealing to the autistic brain. What’s going on?
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Autism can come as a surprise for many people. It’s often defined by its limitations. There are positive things that happen after someone learns they’re autistic. Take 4 minutes to hear 11 good things!
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Does Autism “get better”? This controversial question most likely gets a hard “no.” Hear about some autistic traits and whether they change over time.
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Some researchers say autistics lack emotion. Some autistics feel emotion and don’t express it. Others may express it differently than non-autistics. Do you feel emotion? Do you let it show?
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A recent cohort study claims to have found a cause of autism. Many stand to benefit from this research. Will it help autistics?
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Can you reset your biological clock? The body’s circadian rhythm keeps you on track and disturbances to this rhythm cause physical and mental problems. This might sound familiar to autistics.
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If you’re autistic you DO have trouble staying asleep. Thoughts race, blankets get scratchy, dehydration sets in. Or that’s what it feels like when your brain comes up with reasons to be awake at 3 a.m.
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Are you getting enough REM and deep sleep or do you drag around most of the day? You might be experiencing sleep deprivation, a common complaint among autistics. Listen to this eye-opening episode.
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When you don’t feel like doing anything it may not be laziness. If you’re autistic it could be due to executive and cognitive functioning. Don’t miss this to learn more!
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There are a range of conditions that can occur independently and simultaneously with autism. They’re not always diagnosed at the same time. Learn about some common coexisting disorders.
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Atypical: The Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/atypical-the-podcast/id1616707343
Woodshed Theory https://www.youtube.com/c/WoodshedTheory Neurodivergent Rebel https://www.youtube.com/c/NeurodivergentRebel
Autism from the Inside https://www.youtube.com/c/AspergersfromtheInside
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Researchers say autistics miss context in communication by taking things literally. Non-autistics often communicate using innuendos and assumptions. Whose responsibility is it to make meaning clear - the speaker or the listener?
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Woodshed Theory https://www.youtube.com/c/WoodshedTheory Neurodivergent Rebel https://www.youtube.com/c/NeurodivergentRebel
Autism from the Inside https://www.youtube.com/c/AspergersfromtheInside
Atypical: The Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/atypical-the-podcast/id1616707343
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Autistic energy is rarely consistent from day to day. We can’t predict if we’ll wake up energized or dragging. The fluctuating levels can interfere with our lives. Is there a way to manage it?
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I appreciate autistic voices. Here are some other shows you might enjoy:
Adult with Autism https://www.youtube.com/c/AdultwithAutism
Woodshed Theory https://www.youtube.com/c/WoodshedTheory Neurodivergent Rebel https://www.youtube.com/c/NeurodivergentRebel
Autistamatic https://www.youtube.com/c/AutistamaticAutism from the Inside https://www.youtube.com/c/AspergersfromtheInside
Atypical: The Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/atypical-the-podcast/id1616707343
Orion Kelly https://www.youtube.com/c/orionkelly
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Often autistics feel like they have to change themselves to fit in. Masking can take a toll on self-esteem and well-being. Should you take off the mask?
Explaining Autism to Family and Friends: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/meet-my-brain-a-field-guide-to-autism/id1548001224?i=1000574693986
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Saying I’m Autistic
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Adult with Autism https://www.youtube.com/c/AdultwithAutism
Neurodivergent Rebel https://www.youtube.com/c/NeurodivergentRebel
Autistamatic https://www.youtube.com/c/Autistamatic
Woodshed Theory https://www.youtube.com/c/WoodshedTheory
Autism from the Inside https://www.youtube.com/c/AspergersfromtheInside
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Echolalia and Repeating Words. It can be a sign of autism or something else. Echolalia might be just a way to learn language. Sound familiar?
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This is a great autism resource for late-diagnosed autistic adults. Now rated in the top 2.5% globally!
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Adult with Autism https://www.youtube.com/c/AdultwithAutism
Neurodivergent Rebel https://www.youtube.com/c/NeurodivergentRebel
Autistamatic https://www.youtube.com/c/Autistamatic
Woodshed Theory https://www.youtube.com/c/WoodshedTheory
Autism from the Inside https://www.youtube.com/c/AspergersfromtheInside
Atypical: The Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/atypical-the-podcast/id1616707343
Thought Auti https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thoughty-auti-the-autism-mental-health-podcast/id1470689079
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Do you love or avoid hugs? Sensory sensitivities may cause some autistics to feel uncomfortable hugging. There might be a type of hug that works for you.
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Clumsiness, lack of coordination, spatial orientation challenges and unsteady gait are often common in autism. Is it dyspraxia? Listen to some real-life examples of what it’s like to be a clumsy autistic.
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Explaining Autism to Family and Friends - If you’ve tried to talk about autism with others and got an unsatisfying result this episode is for you. This approach might help you get your point across.
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Scientists think one thing is responsible for autistic traits. Learn whether AI, robots and machine learning are the key to finding answers about autism. Get tips on handling the unpredictable.
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In autistics it keeps us stuck, makes us unstoppable and won’t let us change direction. Do you struggle with getting up in the morning, stay in a job you don’t like or focus for hours on a special interest? You’re experiencing inertia. Learn what these three types of inertia look like in autistics.
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It seems that autistics aren’t always seen or heard. It can feel like we’re invisible. Has this ever happened to you? This might be the reason.
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Are autistic brains built to be efficient? Intense focus and conservation of energy may be key to the autistic brain’s efficiency. Listen and decide.
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Routines are considered an autistic trait and even a diagnostic criteria. Are they so bad? The reason autistics use routine may surprise you.
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Adult with Autism: https://www.youtube.com/c/AdultwithAutism
Aspergers from the Inside: https://www.youtube.com/c/AspergersfromtheInside
Yo Samdy Sam: https://www.youtube.com/c/YoSamdySam
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NEW EPISODE! School - No matter how smart an autistic is school can be challenging. Fitting in, bullying, dealing with unexpected questions, communicating with teachers can affect performance. Did you reach your potential in school? Hear one story.
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Autistics use patterns and logic to create music, art, architecture; in science, engineering, design and more. Hear how the autistic brain is wired to make the world a more colorful place.
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What path will unfold after you learn you’re autistic? It may not be a straight line. There are phases or stages of thoughts and feelings that start the day a person learns they're autistic. Hear about the phases you might pass through as you move forward.
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Changing the Narrative - Can we talk? It’s time to decide how we want to explain autism to others and keep their attention. Hear three things you can use to keep the conversation going.
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Have you tried everything to fall asleep and it’s not working? Many autistics struggle with falling and staying asleep. You’re not alone. Listen.
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Are you tired of hearing “you don’t look autistic”? Here are some examples of the unique ways autistic traits express themselves. Learn about the human side of autism.
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NEW EPISODE! Face Blindness: Would you recognize your friend or is her face a blank? If you’ve walked past her without realizing it, this episode is for you.
Someone you know may look like a stranger. It’s called prosopagnosia and some autistics live with it
If you struggle it might not be your eyesight and you don’t need new glasses. What’s the real reason?
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Do you do it? There’s a reason if you’re autistic. Hear why interrupting might actually serve a purpose.
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They’re roadmaps for ourselves and others. Learn to set them to stay on your path. Boundaries make your wishes clear, keep you safe and protect your self-esteem. Hear how to set powerful boundaries and deal with the reactions you get when you do.
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Driven to Research. Where won’t you look to find answers? An autistic trait is the desire to know. Research can be our best friend. Sound familiar?
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Can you watch the sunset every day and not get tired of it? It’s one of many questions researchers don’t ask. What are those little delightful things that set us apart?
We have unique things we do and like. We have uncommon things in common. We delight in the small things.
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The belief that autistics don’t want friends is just not true. Most have a deep desire for the closeness and belonging that friendships bring. This episode is about that desire and what it really looks like in autistic life.
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This is sure to be an exciting new season. The podcast has a new name replacing the word Aspergers with autism. There’s a short episode with an explanation for the change.
The first episode of Season 3 is about autism and imagination. Find out what scientists think and how it measures up to your (the autistic) experience.
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Autism is known by a number of different names. I chose to use the word “aspergers” because it is a term that combines a number of traits common to this brain wiring. Autism is called autism spectrum disorder, aspergers syndrome, high functioning autism, low functioning autism, neurological development disorder. We hear that someone is on the spectrum, is autistic, is a person with autism, is an autistic person, is neurodiverse. Other words are used in discussions about autism like Aspie, Aut, differently wired, neurodivergent, neurotypical, allistic, ableist and more.
Terminology is evolving and some words have a great deal of emotional content for some. I do recognize that although each person is different there are some traits we have in common. To make it clear that the podcast is focused on those of us with aspergers syndrome, I used that in the name of the podcast. That word has fallen out of favor within the autistic community as we work toward language that is accurate and positive. The word aspergers has developed a negative connotation because of concerns about its origin.
It seems that many of the terms used to describe autistics and autism are emotionally charged. It’s understandable considering the bias and prejudice that exists which is based on a lack of knowledge about the true nature of autism. Unfortunately much of the disinformation and faulty conclusions about autism and autistics comes from some scientific research.
The name of the podcast has changed — find out why here!
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Autistic logical minds lack imagination according to science. Lack of imagination=impaired social functioning. Here we go again. Listen and decide.
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Gaslighting. It can make you think you’re losing your mind. It steals trust, happiness and more. It happens most often in romantic relationships, We can experience it at work, school, within families and through autism research. Would you know if you’re being gaslighted? Hear about this serious form of abuse.
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Manipulators create triangles in relationships to control and confuse. Would you recognize this common method of abuse?
An autistic person's best characteristics can leave them vulnerable to this kind of emotional abuse. It's subtle and easy to miss.
Abusers create a triangle with two other people who are fooled and manipulated into believing in a false reality. It's sneaky so a victim may not even realize it's happening.
Not all triangles are unhealthy. Listen to learn how to spot it!
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Do you recognize the messages about love and relationships that make people vulnerable to abuse? Movies, books, family and more all paint an idealized picture of what love and commitment looks like. Fictional versions of love can keep us from seeing reality. These examples may seem all too familiar.
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Are autistics susceptible to domestic violence? Autistic traits can make a person more vulnerable to emotional and physical abuse. The primary way to be protected is through knowledge and preparation. This episode is the first of a series about domestic violence. Learn the signs that a person you meet or know may be more likely to commit an act of domestic violence either by using emotional, mental or physical intimidation.
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Do you have piles of self-help books that didn’t work? It’s not you!
Have you heard that things happen for a reason? Is that a) a scientific fact, b) a spiritual concept, c) something people say when things go terribly wrong.
You may have heard you can find true, lasting, mind-blowing love by following simple self-help advice. Are you buying it? Maybe you’re just not doing it right and need to read another book. Or you can listen to this episode!
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Do you follow a request with an apology for asking? If you struggle with social communication you might think it's necessary. Hear an alternative way to ask for what you want. #ActuallyAutistic
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Do you find yourself focusing on the worst possible outcome? This might explain it.
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Ever feel like you’re getting way too excited over something that hasn’t happened yet? It seems like your imagination goes wild and it feels great! Could it be a variation of rumination?
Reactions to the news of something important can feel so good that the brain sees all kinds of possibilities. Pretty soon, a person can be planning their life around something that is mere speculation.
Probably not perseveration, doubtful it"s rumination, is this a thing?
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NEW EPISODE: Saying “I’m Autistic” - Who have you told you’re autistic? Were you believed? Revealing yourself to a few people can have some expected and unexpected reactions. Hear a perspective about both sides of the conversation.
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Therapists say you’re not autistic based on study results that just don’t add up. Hear about the real numbers that challenge years of faulty research.
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If you’re autistic you might struggle with speaking up for yourself. Here’s what happened when I did and what can make it easier in the future.
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NEW EPISODE! Is your stylus stuck in an endless loop and you like it that way? Tune into the newest episode “Music” on Meet My Brain and set it to continuous play. Volume up! You’ll like what you hear.
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Job Interview Questions-How comfortable are you with job interviews? Hear about the questions you may be asked and how to answer using this confidence-boosting method.
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Some jobs put a strain on autistic traits and sensitivities. Sampling a variety can help identify what works best for you. Sensory issues can make some work environments difficult. Going in too many directions at the same time can hamper productivity. Hear actual experiences that make a difference in finding the perfect fit.
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Autistics aren't limited to working in STEM careers. Autistic traits are valuable in law, psychology, medicine, teaching and more. Knowing what to look for can lead to a good match. First, you might have to kiss a few frogs. (Try different things)
Here's a link to the US Department of Labor job information site which lists almost any job you can think of and tons more you've never heard of. Check out the current employment trends too. https://www.bls.gov/ooh/
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Perfect hair, perfect clothes, perfect job, perfect life...do you struggle to be perfect? You might be setting yourself up for rejection. Is perfection possible? Hear why it can be destructive to your self-esteem and your relationships.
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It's something many autistics do--think and think and think. It's natural for us to analyze and find answers. Sometimes a good thing can be too much and cause stress and frustration. It's not pleasant. Listen to this episode to learn more about the types and causes of rumination.
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It's almost here! Season 1 is complete and Season 2 is on its way! Are you ready for another great season? There are amazing episodes coming as the podcast celebrates 20,000+ downloads since January! Thank you for your support of Meet My Brain - A Field Guide to Aspergers.
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How do you make an extreme male brain? Start with male-female stereotypes, add testosterone, mix in "scientific" research until you have a nice strong bias and serve! Voila! Find out if this is real science in the new episode: The Myth of the Extreme Male Brain
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If you have ever encountered a bully at work, particularly a boss, this is the only way to handle one. This advice is different than what you’ve heard because standing up to a bully or confronting one is not the answer. What’s the best way to deal with a bully? Hear how this unconventional advice works.
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Systematizing is said by some researchers to be one of the most important criteria for diagnosing autism. These scientists believe that people high in systematizing are low in empathizing. Is this true? This episode is the second of a 3-paet series about the Extreme Male Brain.
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Is there an Extreme Male Brain? The first of three episodes looks at empathy and its role in the autistic brain. Learn why some researchers say autistics’ male brain is why we don’t understand peoples’ feelings.
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Is writing easy for you? Every day we encounter written communication in many forms, from signs to reports, emails to text messages. This episode is a quick look at one thing that makes writing difficult for some–understanding the reader’s expectations.
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Do you live your life in extremes? Yes, no. Bad, good. Always, never? Black and white thinking might be the reason. The autistic brain is wired to see things as absolutes. Is it possible to create your own gray area? Hear how to embrace black and white thinking and use it to your advantage.
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Special interests create a sensory experience for the autistic brain. They satisfy the autistic’s sense of wonder and love for learning. Yet special interests are referred to as “circumscribed” “obsessions” “preoccupations” “limited” “restricted.” Are they? Or is there something else going on?
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93% of data is wrong and the other 7% is made up. When it comes to body language, we’ve accepted this kind of thinking for too long. Autistics understand body language and even have their own. The latest studies are showing that neurotypicals don’t understand autistic body language. Take a look at how new research is redefining the way we see autism’s effects on body language.
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Do some sounds get on your nerves and others lift your mood? Autistic brains are sensitive to sound. Sounds affect the nervous system of an autistic and can cause severe neurological symptoms such as pain, anxiety, incapacity and meltdowns. Dealing with these sounds impacts a person’s ability to communicate, work and enjoy life. Listen to the discord that is known as sound sensitivity.
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How does it feel to wake up autistic? What life sounds like when we open our eyes can set the tone for the whole day. Unrelenting and irritating noise wreaks havoc with our nervous system. Is anybody listening? Do you hear us?
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What is visual thinking, also called “thinking in pictures”? This episode answers that question and tells you why visual thinking may be a superpower.
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Do you feel like a fish out of water when someone speaks in idioms? Like you’re not on the same page? Don’t wait for pigs to fly! Hear how the literal brain understands idioms–straight from the horse’s mouth.
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What things do you tell people about yourself and what things do you hide? Here are the questions to consider when deciding what to talk about and what to keep to yourself. Your answers can reveal how you are living with AS and what you’d like to change. Added benefit: you can use this as a meditation.
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From four trains of thought going on at the same time to rehearsing convos people with ASD/ADHD have a rich (and sometimes exhausting) inner life. Hear what’s it’s like for 60 seconds…
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Here is the simple way to set boundaries and recognize red flags in this frank and honest look at relationships. Boundaries don’t have to be hard or stressful. Red flags aren’t just on beaches. You’re going to like this.
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Having to make small talk is a challenge for people with Aspergers. The Autistic Woman breaks it down — How neurotypicals and neurodivirgents differ in processing conversation and why people with Aspergers have to rehearse before talking. This episode offers a practical tip to make small talk easier.
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Why is Aspergers called High Functioning Autism? The answer might surprise you.
Formerly called Aspergers the syndrome goes by many names including Aspergers and High Functioning Autism. This brief introduction discusses the history of the way autism has been perceived and a common reaction to the diagnosis.
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People with Aspergers have meltdowns and it isn’t on purpose. They come seemingly out of nowhere and are painful and frightening.
The Autistic Woman describes the causes of meltdowns and relates personal experiences on handling them. Hear why meltdowns are not tantrums and the reason they occur.
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Aspergers was considered to be a male disorder. The reason women and girls have been ignored were well hidden until now.
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A brief description of how basic communication is “lost in translation” for autistic individuals. Other episodes present in detail the many ways autism affects communication.
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This episode covers how the five senses are affected by Aspergers. The scientific community says that “sensory issues” are a diagnostic criteria for a determination of Aspergers. What are they missing?
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A visit to the doctor can be frustrating when you have Aspergers. Hear what happens and how patience with patients can help.
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The experts say that difficulty making eye contact is a requirement for a diagnosis of Aspergers. What aren’t they seeing?
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Meet My Brain – A Field Guide to Aspergers provides insight and information about the behaviors, traits and characteristics of adult Aspergers as experienced and researched by your host.
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