Best Mind Your Autistic Brain Podcasts (2025)

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How to Be Autistic: What's Next After Diagnosis? 36:22

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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 FireBird (Rachel’s Consulting…

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Autism Studies and Brain Donation w/ Dr. David Amaral 1:01:26

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Today, Shannon and Jean sit down with Dr. David Amaral and Carolyn Komich from Autism BrainNet to talk about a topic that’s not always easy, but so important—brain donation for autism research. Dr. Amaral shares the emotional side of this conversation, why understanding autism at a deeper level matters, and how families can play a role in shaping t…

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From Diagnosis to Empowerment: 7 Lessons Every Neurodivergent Parent Needs to Hear 54:43

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Support the show via my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AspergersStudio Ever wondered what happens when a parent’s search to support their “different” kids leads to an unexpected discovery about themselves? Alyson’s story flips the script on the whole idea of labels and support—and there’s one moment in her journey that’ll make you rethink what you…

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Beyond Borders: A Cross-Cultural Look at Neurodiversity /w Dr. Pritika Bernice Gonsalves 37:49

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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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"I Heard There Was a Secret Chord: Music as Medicine" | Daniel Levitin 45:58

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Most of us can agree: music is awesome. Regardless of which songs speak to you, music probably plays an important role in your life. The question is, what makes music so powerful? Why does a particular combination of sounds and rhythms grab us and affect us in the way that it does? And is it true that music can help heal patients with Alzheimer's, …

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Trusting Your Inner Compass: How Intuition Guides Us Through Uncertainty 1:00:20

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In this episode of Inside the Asperger’s Studio, I sit down with Brenda Winkle, an intuitive coach who helps people reconnect with their inner wisdom. Together, we explore what it really means to trust your intuition — and why so many of us struggle to hear it beneath the noise of fear, doubt, and overthinking. Brenda shares her own journey of lear…

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212 - The Self Care of Stillness: Gentle Practices to Restore Your Body, Mind & Nervous System 24:08

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Stillness doesn’t have to mean sitting perfectly still—or emptying your mind completely. In this episode, Carole Jean Whittington explores what stillness really is, why it matters for your nervous system and sensory system, and how to practice it in ways that feel safe, trauma-sensitive, and accessible for neurodivergent brains. You’ll learn: Commo…

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The Autism Tax 9:03

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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. Listen to this episode next: Autism, ADHD or Both? Support the show Sunsama free trial: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBAL…

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Four Ways to Give your Characters a Clear Point of View 19:27

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In this episode, I'm really getting into what I believe is the most important element for creating a compelling character: their point of view. I’ve found that the most interesting thing about a character isn't what they do, but why they do it. A strong, consistent POV is the lens through which your character sees the world, and it’s what separates…

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Building Your Community with Inga Krevatas 58:42

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Explicit Episode Alert Fellow caregiver and mom, Inga Krevatas, shares the story of her twin girls’ diagnoses, over twenty years ago. Since then, Inga has built a community around her and her family and is now able to use her experiences to work with and advocate for others in her community. Look around, do the research, use what’s available right …

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Every Brain Belongs: Teaching The Twice-Exceptional w/ Mandi Davis Skerbetz 53:20

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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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The Power of Silence: 3 Exercises to Improve Your Acting 20:12

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Alt title: Get to Skin Suit Town: 3 Exercises to Improve Your Acting In this episode, I'm diving into one of the best acting exercises you can give yourself: practicing scene work with little dialogue, or even none at all. I’ve found that learning to use physicality, emotional reactions, and environment is what changes a performance from "just sayi…

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Connecting Through Play 32:32

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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. Daria B…

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Answering the "How are You" Question... 48:56

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Hey friend… let’s be real for a sec. When someone asks, “How are you?” as a special needs parent or caregiver… do you ever just freeze? It’s not that we don’t know how we feel—it’s that the answer is complicated. Some days it’s pride and joy, other days it’s exhaustion and overwhelm. And layered in there is the constant tug-of-war: do I open up and…

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211 - When POTS Flares Up + Perimenopause (Things That REALLY Matter) 48:17

16d ago48:17

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Summer heat, humidity, and hormone shifts can turn POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome) into a perfect storm—especially for autistic women navigating perimenopause. In this episode of our Things That REALLY Matter series, Carole Jean Whittington and co-host Becca Lory Hector get real about living through POTS flare-ups and how they coll…

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Beyond Diagnosis: How Acceptance and Self-Care Can Transform Your Mental Health Journey 1:06:32

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Barriers become your bridge—once you start taking those pieces out of your barriers, you can start putting them down for you to step forward on, and you will eventually build a bridge to go where you want to go. Ever wonder why some days your ADHD feels like a hidden superpower, and other days it's like your brain's stuck in quicksand—no matter how…

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Parenting Through the Courts: Special Needs, Divorce, and Justice w/ Dr. Margaret 'Pegi' Price 56:05

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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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How we learn to read (and why some struggle): what neuroscience teaches us about a transformative human technology | Bruce McCandliss 39:18

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In this episode, we explore the fascinating neuroscience behind how children learn to read with Bruce McCandliss, director of the Stanford Educational Neuroscience Initiative. Key topics include: • How our brains "recycle" visual and language circuits to create reading expertise • The crucial threshold when reading shifts from effortful to automati…

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Breaking Down Barriers: The Untold Power of Inclusive IEPs and AI Tools for Autistic Learners 59:42

16d ago59:42

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Support the show via my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AspergersStudio When we do IEPs right, great things happen for kids—it's all about high quality, true partnership, and believing in the incredible potential of every student. In this episode, you get to hear from Laura Wilks, someone who’s been in the trenches of special education as a teacher…

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3-Step System & Exercise to Manage Self-Criticism in Improv 18:11

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Your inner critic might be a key reason you feel stuck, anxious, or in your head during an improv scene. But trying to fight it or ignore it doesn't work. This episode reveals a completely different approach: give that critical energy to your character. I break down the science of why your brain creates that critical voice and how it’s connected to…

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Mindfulness That Actually Works for Autistics 25:15

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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 th…

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Moms Talk Embracing Autism w/ Lia McCabe 48:49

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Today we sit down with Lia McCabe, host of the Embracing Autism Podcast. Lia shares her personal journey as an autistic parent raising neurodivergent children, her advocacy work through Autism Wish, and the importance of education and empathy in understanding autism. Lia McCabe: Host of the Embracing Autism Podcast and founder of Autism Wish. Websi…

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Beyond the Stereotypes: How Understanding Autism in Women and People of Color Transforms Lives 48:34

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Support the show via my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AspergersStudio Find your people and be yourself—because not everybody deserves your greatness, but the ones who matter do. Megan Ashley’s journey into understanding autism started long before she realized it was also her own story. Growing up, she was the friend who listened and offered advic…

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Restless Minds, Clear Patterns w/ Priya Chanduraj 54:27

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Mike and Chaya sit down with Priya Chanduraj, the founder and CEO of FinTeam One, who discusses how her ADHD became an asset in the world of finance. Priya shares her experience of being a "challenged child" in India and how discovering her passion for economics allowed her to excel, and the freedom that comes from finding what you're good at. We A…

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Listener Favorites: 11 Reasons It's Good to Know You're Autistic 3:58

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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? (Remastered) Support the show Sunsama free trial: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk RATED IN…

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The Mind-Body Blueprint: How One Father’s Journey Transformed Autism Parenting and Wellness Coaching 47:24

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Support the show via my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AspergersStudio Change doesn’t start with fixing others; it begins with taking responsibility for our own habits, mindset, and actions every single day. In this episode, you’ll hear from Alfredo Zapata, a parent and coach who has walked the path of raising a child on the autism spectrum and tr…

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210- Burnout, Masking & Emotional Suppression: The Hidden Load Autistic & AuDHD Women Carry 34:26

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Are you constantly showing up for others, but no one sees what it’s costing you? This episode is a powerful acknowledgment of the invisible exhaustion that autistic and AuDHD women often carry—emotionally, mentally, and physically. You’ll explore: 12 core truths about what’s really draining your energy How emotional suppression leads to burnout and…

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An Improv Workout: 6 Exercises to Build Your "Failure Muscle" 21:48

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We know that failure is the engine of learning, but how do you actually practice it in a safe and productive way? In this episode, I provide a full workout plan with SIX specific exercises designed to put you in challenging situations. Learn practical drills for your practice groups or classes that train you to handle wild scenes, distracting envir…

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Ending the Chase for "Normal" 40:09

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Today Brit, Shannon and Tash discuss ending the chase for "normal" and share pivotal moments that shaped their understanding of their children's needs. We revisit grief and acceptance, as well as the emotional complexities of parenting in a diverse family dynamic.By Shannon Korza

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The Inclusive Business Revolution: 5 Proven Benefits of Hiring Autistic Talent in Your Startup 49:06

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Support the show via my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AspergersStudio Independence, whatever that looks like, is what I want for you—and given the chance and opportunity, you’ll show what you’re truly capable of. In this episode, you’ll hear from Janet Schultz, a grandmother, former special education teacher, and entrepreneur who built a thriving…

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Knowing Your Why: Capacity is Key w/ Jane Singleton 54:50

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Mike and Chaya sit down with Jane Singleton, a learning specialist, executive coach, and founder of Launchpad for Life. With over a decade of experience in education, Jane shares how her early experiences advocating for people with disabilities ignited her passion for helping neurodivergent individuals thrive. She discusses the gaps in traditional …

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Why voices light us up—but leave the autistic brain in the dark | Dan Abrams 31:51

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Recognizing a familiar voice is one of the brain’s earliest social feats. But what are the brain circuits that let a newborn pick out mom in a crowded nursery? How do they change as kids turn toward friends and the wider world? And what are we learning about why this instinct fails to develop in the autistic brain? This week, host Nicholas Weiler j…

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Rewiring the ADHD Brain: Blending Mindfulness into Therapy for Lasting Change 1:05:20

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Support the show via my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AspergersStudio In this episode of Inside the Aspergers Studio, Liezl Laidlaw, an online therapist and mindfulness teacher, shares her personal journey of self-discovery as an individual with ADHD and discusses the intersection of ADHD, autism, and mindfulness. Liezl's experience of finding so…

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1,000,000 Downloads and an Epic Thank You! 1:09

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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, th…

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How Forgetting Can Help to Get Out of Your Head in Improv 19:51

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We are often taught that forgetting is a weakness, especially in improv where details seem really important. It's what we practice all the time! However, forgetting can be a skill to practice. In this episode, I explore the science behind why our brains are designed to forget, and how we can use this adaptive process to our advantage in our scenes …

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Navigating the Autism Journey: Insights from a Fellow Mom w/ Nicole Studt 1:09:50

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Today Jean and Tash welcome Nicole Studt, a fellow autism mom, who shares her unique journey of parenting a neurodivergent child. Nicole discusses the challenges and triumphs she faced from diagnosis to advocacy, emphasizing the importance of community and support.By Shannon Korza

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Listener Favorites: Common Autistic Experiences 9:56

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Do autistics share experiences and behaviors? Here are some things we have in common. What fits for you? This episode has been remastered. Support the show Sunsama free trial: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1,000,000 downloads! Use this form: https://tinyurl.com/guestformMMAB if you are an autisti…

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From Chaos to Clarity: Strategies for Embracing ADHD 1:08:35

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Support the show via my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AspergersStudio Hannah's journey of self-discovery and acceptance as a therapist diagnosed with ADHD and being on the autistic spectrum in her late 40s is both inspiring and relatable. Her experience with trauma psychology and working with law enforcement professionals sheds light on the impac…

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Late-Realized, Loud and Leading w/ LaToya Hinton, PhD. 50:32

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Mike and Chaya sit down with Dr. LaToya Hinton, an autistic, ADHDer, and passionate advocate for neurodivergent women in leadership. With her experiences as a late-diagnosed adult, LaToya dives into the mental toll of masking, perfectionism, and how accessible environments can unlock untapped potential. She shares strategies for fostering authentic…

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How Spectrum Fudge Empowers Autistic Talent: A Family’s Journey to Inclusive Employment 1:05:17

1M ago1:05:17

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Support the show via my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AspergersStudio It’s not about what someone can’t do; it’s about discovering all the things they can do and giving them the chance to shine. Roger and Erin’s journey into neurodivergent inclusion started the moment their son, Jake, was diagnosed as autistic at age five. Facing the uncertainty …

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Fail More to Learn More (Plus Seven Hacks to Help!) 18:48

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What if the key to becoming a great improviser is the number of failures you accumulate? That moment when you feel like you have failed in a scene, or a scene is falling flat, can feel awful. But it is also one of the most valuable data points for your growth. In this episode, I help you reframe failure as a solvable technical problem. You will lea…

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A Volcanic Reaction to a Special Interest 10:06

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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. Iceland Volcano Reykjanes Peninsula Live Camera Support the show Sunsama free trial: https://try…

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Protective Paralysis: A Kinder Look at Procrastination 22:38

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Do you ever find yourself frozen, unable to start a task you know you need to do? That feeling of being stuck, often labeled procrastination, can carry so much shame. Tonight, we gently reframe this experience, especially for the ADHD and AuDHD mind, not as a flaw, but as a form of "protective paralysis"—a nervous system's attempt to keep you safe …

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Autism, ADHD & Diagnosis Down Under w/ Allison Bolson 57:17

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In this episode, Shannon and Tash sit down with the incredible Allison Bolson—a mom of four (yes, four!) neurodiverse boys. Allison shares what it’s been like raising her crew in Australia, from the ups and downs of getting diagnoses to figuring out education plans that actually work for her kids. They dive into the messy, beautiful reality of IEPs…

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Understanding AuDHD 5:34

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Drift into a night of peaceful understanding with "Sleepy Neurodivergent." In this calming episode, we gently explore the intricate world of AuDHD, the unique blend of ADHD's vibrant energy and autism's thoughtful depth. Discover how this fascinating neurotype shapes perceptions, experiences, and interactions. We'll delve into sensory nuances, soci…

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209 - Subtle Trauma, People-Pleasing & Reclaiming Calm for Autistic Women 45:46

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In Episode 209 of our “Things That REALLY Matter” series on Beyond Chronic Burnout, Carole Jean Whittington and Becca Lory Hector dive deep into the often-overlooked world of subtle trauma—especially how it uniquely impacts autistic women. Together, they explore how lifelong patterns like people-pleasing, hyper-vigilance, emotional suppression, and…

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Guiding Parents Through the Autism Journey 1:00:01

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Support the show via my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AspergersStudio Kassandra Alverez has been on an inspiring journey, transitioning from working directly with children with autism to now offering invaluable support to their parents. Deeply passionate about her work, Kassandra recognized the significant gap in support for families, realizing t…

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Your Child Isn’t Giving You a Hard Time, They’re Having a Hard Time w/ Christian Vinceneux 51:57

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Mike and Chaya sit down with Christian Vinceneux, ADHD advocate, coach (Life Guide Coaching), and former occupational therapist with over 30 years of experience working with neurodivergent families. Diagnosed with ADHD later in life, Christian reflects on growing up as a neurodivergent child in France, navigating challenges without the tools or wor…

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Famous & Gravy: Cosmic Marketer and the Meaning of Life | Stephen Hawking 1:01:31

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In this special crossover episode, we’re doing something a little different. From Our Neurons to Yours host Nicholas joins producer Michael Osborne to co-host his podcast Famous and Gravy for a lively conversation about the extraordinary life and mind of Stephen Hawking. Hawking, one of the most renowned scientists of our time, lived with ALS for m…

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The Autism Parenting Pivot: How to Move Past Fear and Build Meaningful Support for Your Child 1:22:05

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There is nothing to solve because there's nothing wrong. There's nothing broken, there's nothing to fix. Kate’s story really hits home for so many parents facing an autism diagnosis. She started out as someone who always felt comfortable in a teaching role—chalkboard in her childhood bedroom, always playing the teacher—yet nothing quite prepared he…