Welcome to The Autism ADHD Podcast, your go-to podcast for neurodiversity-affirming, insightful, and practical support. We discuss mental health, emotional regulation, social interaction, academics, independence, and more! Whether you're a parent, therapist, or educator, you'll find knowledge, evidence-based tips, and real-life stories to empower Autistic and ADHD children and teens to live a life they love. Sincerely, Holly Blanc Moses - The Mom/Neurodivergent Therapist
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Autistic Teens Podcasts
A podcast for parents raising PDA autistic kids and teens. Real talk, personal stories, and practical tools to move from chaos to connection - hosted by parent coach Amy Kotha.
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Parenting or working with neurodivergent children, teens, or young adults? Join us Jason Grygla, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Founder and Director of NeuroDev, a specialized mentoring program for neurodivergent young adults, and Debbie Grygla, Certified Parent Coach as we share practical tools, expert insights, and personal experiences to help you better support neurodivergents and foster their growth, development, and emotional well-being.
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You’ve landed at Spark Launch — the guide star for embracing what it means to be neurodiverse. Hosted by Chaya Mallavaram (the artsy ADHD brain behind Spark Launch) and Mike Cornell (a peer support specialist who reminds us that imperfection is where the magic happens), this podcast dives deep into the messy, beautiful, and often challenging realities of neurodivergent life. Each episode blends personal stories with expert insights to tackle issues affecting our community, such as mental hea ...
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The ins outs of being a teen girl with autism. Listen on as I uncover drama and unanswered questions of why life as a girl with ASD isn't always simple.
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What’s it really like parenting a child with ADHD and autism? How can parents, teachers, and communities better support neurodivergent children? How do autistic and ADHD individuals experience the world? Each week, we explore these questions with practical strategies, emotional insight, and real stories. I’m Greer — a mum of two boys (and two dogs!) raising a child with special educational needs (SEN) alongside my husband. Our daily life looks different from the norm, but it’s full of love, ...
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Welcome to our mental health awareness podcast. If you're one of the millions of teens, adults and (entire) families being diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD (hyperactive)/ADD (inattentive), Anxiety, Depression or other Neurodiverse conditions without a meaningful support group or a roadmap, jump right in with us. Our raw and unfiltered journey will help you. We'll break it down and talk about it in a real, raw and sometimes tragic perspective. We lived it. And thanks to a few key ...
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Sue Larkey enlightens, and entertains with valuable insights into Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, ODD and PDA. Covering strategies from the Early Years to Teens Years and Beyond. Visit https://suelarkey.com.au/podcast-listing/ to get access to the books, downloads and extra information provided with each episode To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my websites below. https://suelarkey.com.au Join Sue as she shares simple yet effective tips, supports and strategies o ...
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I’m Liana Kerzner and I am not a therapist! I navigate the madness of mental health with interesting guests, inspiring stories and real questions from regular people!
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Trish O'Dwyer primarily solo hosts an informal, 20-30 minutes, once monthly podcast for parents of autistic and/or neurodiverse children (all ages), their families and friends plus anyone wanting to understand what it's really like and how to support. The aim is for listeners to be able to take a breather, listen to someone they connect with, who knows what they are living and to feel validated and less isolated. I hope you laugh, you may cry, you may even gain some valuable real-life inform ...
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A podcast featuring everyday experiencers of the extraordinary and anomalous, scientists, and academics, covering mysticism, UFOs, consciousness, magick, spirituality, the paranormal, and the supernatural.
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The Fathering Project podcast is hosted by CEO Káti Gapaillard who is joined by experts in their field and Australia's favourite personalities, influencers and authors to tackle parenting challenges, discuss the journey of fatherhood and everything in between.
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”This Ability Podcast” is a platform for individuals with disabilities, their family members, friends, and caregivers to talk about everyday life. Based in Carencro, LA this podcast is meant to inspire and enlighten others in the special needs community.
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Purpose Filled Mommy with Minimarie
Purpose Filled Mommy With Minimarie with Host Minimarie Andrews
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Welcome to the Purpose Filled Mommy with Minimarie podcast! I am so excited to connect with you. Living intentional and parenting with purpose is at the heart of what I do. Family wellness is my passion despite the diversity of our families' dynamics. I also believe in Mommy support. I'm a mom of four busy kiddos, a teen, an autistic child, and I'm a teacher. I look forward to connecting with you in transparency and experience. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pu ...
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South Florida moms, Brenda and Kristi, candidly discuss MOTHERHOOD and AUTISM while balancing heels, cocktails, and meltdowns. They share the challenges and triumphs that define the parenting journey of their own special needs sons (autism spectrum disorder + CHRNA7 genetic duplication). Together, they provide community support and a lifeline to parents of newly diagnosed children, teens, and adults. Guests bring essential professional information to educate and empower families. The blondes ...
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Not So Normal Parenting | Enneagram, Myers Briggs, Personality, Neurodivergence, Emotional Intelligence
Wendy Gossett, Enneagram, Myers Briggs Expert, Family and Relationship Coach inspired by Brene Brown, Russ Greene, Priscilla Shirer, Beatrice Chestnut, Dr. Shefali Tsabary, and Rachel Hollis
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Are your kids staging a rebellion against the sanity in your home? Is your child a living puzzle you can’t understand? Are you craving insight into the minds of your adopted or step-children? There is a powerful way to learn how God designed them and how to guide them to their full potential while also learning about yourself so you can overcome negative patterns that are stealing your joy. Welcome to Not So Normal Parenting’ where we unravel the mysteries of family dynamics, from toddlers t ...
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welcome to our podcast, which is our autism journey from time to time... enjoy our story everyone.... lets share together....
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Colleen is a student of Dr. Harville Hendrix and Dr. Helen LaKelly Hunt who created the Imago Theory and have brought this work to over 50 countries around the world. She is profoundly influenced by this belief shared by Dr. Harville Hendrix. He said, "We are born in relationship, wounded in relationship and healed in relationship." What are you struggling with today? Colleen believes that almost any problem we have began with a broken or unhealed relationship. The anxiety or deep sadness we ...
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MindVox is a fully inclusive space that explores mental health, neurodivergence, self-care and wellbeing without judgement. Guests openly discuss their personal and professional experiences with trauma, grief, mental health, neurodivergence, disability and more. Hosted by Claire Jacobs, writer of SingleParentPessimist.co.uk and Autistic ADHD late diagnosed. Find us @mindvoxpod across socials *Warning* We cover topics that can be sensitive or triggering, which we highlight on each episode's s ...
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Discover innovative research and patient-centered programs at the cutting edge of psychiatry and behavioral health sciences on the “Psychiatry Advances” podcast series. Psychiatric, psychological, nursing, and rehabilitative professionals will enjoy this podcast from UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital of Pittsburgh, a national leader in the innovative treatment of mental health and addictive disorders.
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Welcome to a place where you can listen to someone describe what it really is like to raise, love, and fight for someone on the Autism Spectrum. Here we will talk about it all! No holding back honey. From diagnosis, marriage, grief, joy, fear, and crimes in the Autism community. The crap no one else dare say, you will hear it here! I will also make sure that this show leaves you informed as well as entertained. Welcome to the Autism Advocacy Army.
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Hey there, podcast enthusiasts! Get ready to dive into the world of One Good Thing Media, where we're serving up the most sensational podcast reviews for your listening pleasure. Hosted by the ultimate podcast addict herself, Jeryl Spear, this show is your go-to source for discovering the best-of-the-best podcasts that will leave you craving more. From true crime thrillers to hilarious comedy series, Jeryl has got you covered. So grab your headphones, follow our official podcast review chann ...
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Feeling stuck? Longing to live a life fueled by passion and purpose? The Navigate Your Purpose Show with Rose Oginga, the Navigate Purpose Coach, is your roadmap to achieving your wildest dreams. Rose is a powerhouse coach dedicated to igniting your purpose and unleashing your full potential. Whether you're just starting your journey of transformation or seeking to propel yourself to the next level, The Navigate Your Purpose Show is here to guide you. Tune in today and ignite the fire within ...
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Nurturing your child's emotional intelligence
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In this episode, Lael Stone joins us to discuss how parents can nurture emotional intelligence in their kids – even if they’re still learning those skills themselves. Lael has worked with families for over 20 years as a birth educator, post-natal trauma counsellor, and parenting educator. She's worked with thousands of families – from newborns thro…
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From Fear to Hope: Parenting Through Crisis with Compassion
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In this heartfelt episode, Amy opens up about a recent family crisis that brought her to her knees - and the quiet resilience that helped her rise again. Through personal reflection, she explores the science of co-regulation, the role of community in healing, and what clinical psychologist Dr. Matt Zakreski calls “psychological capital” - hope as s…
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SLP 317: What is AuDHD & RSD? With Expert Laura Kerbey
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Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference. In this episode, we will discuss: ✅ AuDHD Definition: 50-70% of autistic people also have ADHD. ✅ Contradictory Needs: Students want both routine and variety simultaneously. ✅ Sensory Support: Sensory needs often overlooked…
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Are You Tired of Carrying All the Feelings? With Andrea DIndinger
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Send us a text We explore the hidden costs of emotional labor and how unspoken expectations drain couples, then map simple ways to share the load with clarity, compassion, and practice. Andrea Dindinger returns with practical scripts, the “emotional leader” idea, and her Loop Breaker course on ending repeat fights. • defining emotional labor and wh…
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One Size Fits One: Derek Crager on Diagnosis, Design, and Doing Different
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Mike and Chaya sit down with Derek Crager to discuss his journey of being late-diagnosed AuDHDer, how embracing his neurodivergence led him from the manufacturing floor to building transformative accessible AI tools for the neurodivergent community, and what it truly means to create human-centered technology that actually fits. We Also Cover: How r…
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How Parents Teach Resilience (Or How They Don't)
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"It ain't about how hard you hit. It's about how hard you get hit and keep moving forward" - Rocky Balboa. Resilience. No life is without bumps or even crises, it's how we are able to respond to those moments that determines what is next. Resilience isn't something learned at those moments, it's a skill we develop for when we need it, ideally learn…
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Teaser: Conversations at Home of Naval Academy Professor Teaching UFOs, Religion (Patreon Content)
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This is a free teaser with clips from a 43-minute video & written commentary available exclusively to our paid Patreon supporters. Join our "Galaxy," "Cosmos," or "Benefactor" Tiers to access this and other forthcoming exclusive content, and support us so we can bring you more goodies like this! https://www.patreon.com/c/FireInTheCosmos This will…
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Beyond the Classroom: Rethinking Education for Neurodiverse Kids with Kim
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Is mainstream school the only path—or just the default? For many neurodiverse children, traditional classrooms create more harm than growth. Kim shows us what education can look like when we step outside the box. Meet Kim, an educator and advocate who supports families choosing alternative education outside the mainstream system. As a parent hersel…
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SLP 316: Create Your Classroom Calm Corner: What actually Works When Setting Up Effective Break Spaces
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Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference. In this episode, we will discuss: ✅ Individual Needs: Every child requires different sensory tools and breaks. ✅ Teaching When Calm: Practice break routines before children become overwhelmed. ✅ Energy Levels: Some children…
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How Generational Trauma Shapes Your Life w/ Anu Dayal-Gulati
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Mike and Chaya sit down with Anu Dayal-Gulati, a certified ancestral healing practitioner, to explore how inherited emotional patterns can create subconscious blocks in our lives. Anu explains how everything from our relationships to our finances can be impacted by these generational traumas, including how they can uniquely affect neurodivergent mi…
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ADHD, Chaos, and Calling: Finding Peace in the Energy with Dr. Kelly Cagle
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Is ADHD just chaos—or could it actually be a different kind of order? For many families, ADHD looks like never-ending energy, constant ideas, and a pace of life others can’t imagine. But what if we stopped calling it chaos and started calling it engagement? Meet Dr. Kelly Cagle, an educator, researcher, mom, and late-diagnosed ADHD adult. With a Ph…
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The Art of Being Kind to Yourself w/ Diana Stelin
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Mike and Chaya sit down with Diana Stelin, an award-winning artist, educator, TEDx speaker, and founder of The Plein-Air Art Academy. Diana shares her journey and expertise on the connection between art and emotional healing, explaining how anyone can use creativity to manage burnout, connect with their intuition, and foster better confidence. We A…
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Unmasking Autism & ADHD: Michele Collier’s Journey of Late Diagnosis, Parenting, and Self-Trust
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CHECK OUT THE UNFINISHED RESOURCES Did you know that nearly 20% of the world is neurodivergent—and that many don’t discover it until adulthood? For those of us navigating a late autism or ADHD diagnosis, the journey often feels like piecing together a puzzle we’ve been carrying all our lives. In this episode, we dive into what it really means to un…
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Autism Is Not Your Fault: Responding to President Trump’s Comments
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In this bonus episode of The Unfinished Idea, I’m diving into recent comments made by President Trump about autism and medications during pregnancy. His remarks suggest a link between autism and what a mother takes while pregnant — but research has not shown this to be true. It’s important to talk about why statements like this are harmful: they pl…
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SLP 315: Practical Strategies for Executive Functioning Skills: Dean Beadle Shares his Lived Experience
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Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference. In this episode, we will discuss: ✅ Executive Functioning: Brain's admin team for planning and organization. ✅ Autistic Inertia: Difficulty starting and stopping tasks for neurodivergent individuals. ✅ Environment Impact: A…
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Accommodation vs. Integration: Why Your Neuro-inclusive Program Isn't Working w/ Gabriela Tardea
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Mike and Chaya sit down with neuro-inclusion consultant Gabriela Tardea to get practical about building workplaces where neurodivergent talent can thrive. From auditing culture and rewriting job descriptions to unlearning bias on teams, Gabriela breaks down how to bridge the gap between good intentions and real, embedded change. We Also Cover: Brid…
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Autism and Creativity with Bobby Calloway
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An artist with autism? Doesn't fit the stereotype, does it? That's because the stereotype is wrong, and Bobby Calloway is living proof. A professional actor and author from Ireland, Bobby joins Liana to discuss the realities of his autism, how he has overcome any challenges his autism has posed, which contains relatable steps that can help all of u…
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FREE RESOURCE to Increase Understanding & Support for Autistic & ADHD Students
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Welcome to The Autism ADHD Podcast! I'm thrilled that you joined me. My name is Holly Blanc Moses, The Mom/Neurodivergent Therapist. Today, we are talking about the FREE "Get to Know My Child Snapshot" - a one-page fillable pdf that takes less than 5-minutes to complete. Decrease anxiety Prevent misunderstandings about behavior Highlight strengths …
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Understanding PDA: Parenting a Child with Pathological Demand Avoidance
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CHECK OUT UNFINISHED RESOURCES & MERCH! What if even the simplest request—like “put on your shoes”—triggered a fight-or-flight response? For families raising a child with Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), this is everyday reality. Misunderstood, under-researched, and often dismissed, PDA presents unique challenges for both children and parents n…
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SLP 314: Executive Function Classroom Strategies - Breaking Through Autistic Inertia & ADHD Paralysis
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Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference. In this episode, we will discuss: ✅ Executive Functioning: Skills needed to complete tasks successfully. ✅ Eight Skills: Self-monitoring, planning, flexibility, organization, emotions, impulses, initiation, memory. ✅ Autist…
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Why Hygiene is Hard for PDA Autistic Kids (and How Parents Can Help)
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Why is hygiene such a struggle for PDA autistic kids? And why does pushing only make it harder? In this episode of the PDA Parenting Podcast, Amy explores the real reasons behind resistance to toothbrushing, showering, and other daily self-care routines. You’ll learn how nervous system responses, sensory sensitivities, and demand avoidance all play…
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Self-Preservation Isn’t Selfish: ADHD and SUD w/ Lisa Modur
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Mike and Chaya sit down with Austin psychotherapist Lisa Modur to talk about misunderstood childhood ADHD, self‑stigma, perfectionism, and how “mom‑wine culture” became a coping tool before treatment and long‑term recovery reshaped her life, relationships, and parenting. We Also Cover: ADHD and specialized schooling Feeling “less than,” comparison,…
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With Friends Like These... The Judge, The Glass Cannon, The Quiet Quitter, The Groundhog, The Scorekeeper, The Drama Llama and The Narcissist - these are the 7 Types of Bad Friends. Liana reveals what these terms mean - because she completely made them up - how to spot these people in your life, and how to tell if you yourself fit into one of the c…
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Extended Version: Beyond the Crown: Inclusion and Access with Justina Plowden
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In this extended episode of This Ability Podcast, we sit down with Justina Plowden, Miss Wheelchair Louisiana and founder of We Matter, a support and advocacy group for individuals with disabilities across the Acadiana region. Justina shares her journey as a powerful advocate for accessibility, inclusion, and representation. From her experience com…
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Unmasking ADHD: Laurie’s Journey of Late Diagnosis, Identity, and Everyday Life
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What if everything you thought was “just your personality” turned out to be ADHD? For many late-diagnosed adults, that lightbulb moment brings both relief and grief. Laurie’s story shines a light on what it means to navigate identity, unmasking, and daily life with ADHD in a world that often misunderstands neurodivergence. Meet Laurie Faulkner, a c…
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Telling My Parents, "I'm Autistic": Masking, Sensory Needs & Validation
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Hey friends—today I’m getting personal. I share what it was like to tell my dad and mom about my autism diagnosis at 50, how internalized ableism whispered “you’re not autistic enough,” and why believing kids is one of the most powerful ways to lower anxiety. We talk masking that looked like “success,” sensory differences that shaped my days, the “…
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SLP 313: Getting Your Neurodiverse Student Ready for Secondary School – Your Transition Guide
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Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference. In this episode, we will discuss: ✅ Timing: Start secondary transition planning in year five. ✅ Visits: Visit schools with students present, not empty. ✅ Sensory: Address smells, sounds, and movement in secondary. ✅ Languag…
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When your neurodivergent child, teen, or young adult is struggling—meltdowns, shutdowns, missed deadlines, constant reminders—it’s tempting to look for the fastest fix. But parenting for quick results often comes at the expense of long-term growth. In this episode, Jason shares why a developmental approach—focusing on emotional growth, ownership, a…
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Beyond Borders: A Cross-Cultural Look at Neurodiversity w/ Dr. Pritika Bernice Gonsalves
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Mike and Chaya sit down with Dr. Pritika Bernice Gonsalves, a child psychologist and EAP specialist, to discuss the nuances of neurodiversity and mental health from a cross-cultural perspective between India and the United States. Dr. Gonsalves shares her experiences with the state of ADHD awareness in India, how patriarchal norms affect diagnosis …
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What You Need to Know About Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
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If you think you know what someone with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder looks like...think again. Despite common misconceptions, there may be no physical hallmarks of FASD, leaving people stricken with it to face ignorant, sometimes cruel, comments about their challenges. That's especially tough on people with FASD and their caregivers, yet social …
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Fighting for Change: How Parents Are Transforming the SEND System with Hayley
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What happens when a system designed to support children with additional needs fails them instead? Across the UK, families are facing rejected applications, endless bureaucracy, and years of waiting for vital services. Behind the statistics are real children, real parents, and stories of resilience and determination. Today we dive into the fight for…
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Death, Divorce, and Goldfish: A Surprisingly Hopeful Conversation with Kim Mackay-Pearson
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Send us a text Therapist Kim Mackay-Pearson brings deep wisdom and compassion to grief counseling, helping individuals navigate loss while discovering pathways toward healing and hope. Kim creates safe spaces where people can honor their pain, reconnect with themselves, and reimagine life after grief. • Kim's journey into grief counseling began in …
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Unlocking Joy: Moving Beyond Relief in Neurodivergent Lives with Jason
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Relief feels good. The meltdown is over. The pressure is gone. The stress has eased. For many neurodivergent children, teens, and young adults, relief can start to feel like the ultimate goal—because it’s safe, predictable, and immediate. But it's crucial to understand: relief isn’t the same as joy. And chasing it can keep them from the deeper conn…
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SLP 312: Teacher Assistants Neurodiverse Support Strategies - Practical Tools for Helping Every Student Thrive
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Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference. In this episode, we will discuss: ✅ Teacher Assistants: Provide crucial one-on-one support for students. ✅ Independence: Encourage students to work toward self-reliance daily. ✅ Coping Strategies: Teach calm breathing and s…
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Joshua Cutchin: UFOs, Myth and Consciousness in The Permeable Ecology of The Unknown (Ep. 14)
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Guest Joshua Cutchin A full-time author and musician, Joshua has appeared on 100s of paranormal programs such as Coast to Coast AM and is regularly invited to speak at paranormal conferences about his work. He is the author of 9 books, including 2022's critically-acclaimed two-part series Ecology of Souls: A New Mythology of Death & the Paranormal.…
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Every Brain Belongs: Teaching The Twice-Exceptional w/ Mandi Davis Skerbetz
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Mike and Chaya sit down with Dr. Mandi Davis Skerbetz, co-founder of Sage School of Dallas, who has dedicated her career to reshaping how we support neurodivergent and twice-exceptional students. Dr. Skerbetz shares how she identified gaps in public, private, and charter institutions, the hard reality for parents forced to pick between academic or …
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Better Mental Health is Simple...But Not Easy
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Owning your choices, letting go of guilt, setting achievable goals, reconsidering your biases, being kind to others and yourself, these are steps to better health. They're simple to understand but more challenging to put into action. Liana takes us through some things we can do to make achieving these simple goals easier.…
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Scaffolding Through Life Transitions: Supporting PDA Teens with Safety & Collaboration
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Parenting a PDA teen means our role is always evolving - and nowhere is that more clear than during big life transitions like starting college, a first job, or moving away from home. In this episode of The PDA Parenting Podcast, Amy Kotha shares how scaffolding, cues of safety, and collaborative strategies can help PDA teens and young adults naviga…
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Parenting Neurodivergent Teens: ADHD, Autism, and the Teenage Years with Jheri South
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Did you know that children with ADHD often hear over 20,000 corrective messages by the age of 10? Imagine the weight of that shame and self-doubt as they enter the already turbulent teenage years. For parents raising neurodivergent teens, the shift from childhood to adolescence can feel like everything changes overnight. But you’re not alone in thi…
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Stop Meltdowns: Help Autistic & ADHD Kids Turn Avoidance into Confidence
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Ever asked an autistic and/or adhd child to do something “simple” and they had a meltdown or shutdown? Does it seem like they'll do anything to avoid? In this episode, I'm breaking down the reasons behind the avoidance and I'll introduce you to The Doable Approach. It's my practical, neurodiversity-affirming approach that helps kids feel safe, unde…
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From Fear to Fierce Advocacy: A Parent's Journey with an LGBTQ+ Teen
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Send us a text How do you respond when your child comes out as LGBTQ+? For many parents, this moment arrives without warning, triggering confusion, fear, and countless questions. Through Heather Hester's powerful story, we discover that this journey doesn't require perfect understanding—just an open heart. Heather never expected to become an LGBTQ+…
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From Wiggle to Dad: John Pearce Opens Up on Fatherhood
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John Pearce, known to many as one of the Purple Wiggles, has spent years entertaining and educating children through song and movement. But today, we're diving into his most personal role yet - fatherhood! In this episode we talk about what it’s been like adjusting to life with an infant, balancing a demanding touring schedule, and the moments that…
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SLP 311: Teacher Assistants - Top Tips for Navigating Challenges and Building Connections - Insights from Dream Team (Lived Experience, Teacher, Teacher Assistant & Parent)
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Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference. In this episode, we will discuss: ✅ TA Relationships: Consistent bonds aid autistic students without unhealthy dependency. ✅ Role Clarity: Teachers lead instruction; TAs support, not replace teachers. ✅ Predictability: Cons…
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Parenting Through the Courts: Special Needs, Divorce, and Justice w/ Dr. Margaret 'Pegi' Price
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Chaya and Mike speak with Dr. Margaret “Pegi” Price, a distinguished professor, legal expert, and program director at National University, about her journey blending personal experience as a parent with her career in family law. Dr. Price shares some eye-opening insights from her book, The Special Needs Child and Divorce, and explains how small cha…
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It's no secret that the younger generations - Z, Alpha - are feeling tremendous amounts of anxiety. Some will write them off as over-sensitive, as snowflakes, because "back in my day..." That doesn't wash. Gens Z & Alpha were raised by their parents and by a society that has been able to sabotage their development of the skills and resilience neces…
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From Academic Struggles to Social Challenges: Understanding & Supporting Processing Speed Differences
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Ever wonder why it takes three hours to do 20 minutes of homework? Or why they freeze up when you ask them to get dressed? Join me, Holly Blanc Moses, and special guest, Leila Beikmohomadi, as we take a deep dive into processing speed differences in ADHD and autistic children and teens. We also share our lived experience with processing speed diffe…
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