Everyone has a story. Every voice deserves to be heard. This podcast is dedicated to empowering autistic self-advocates by sharing valuable resources, amplifying lived experiences, and fostering a sense of community and understanding. Through a blend of expert insights and personal narratives, each episode explores topics that matter to autistic individuals navigating everyday life. Pull up a chair, let’s unmask it together.
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Unmasking Autism Podcasts
Where real stories meet real healing. We go behind the scenes of personal transformation and community impact—one heart-to-heart at a time.
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We found out we’re both Autistic and ADHD. Finally, decades of our lives make sense. But we’re still burning out. Still masking. Still watching “simple” tasks defeat us while everyone else seems fine. Because the key we found didn’t unlock a fix. It unlocked a remembering. This brain isn’t flawed—it’s ancestral. You don’t need to change yourself, you just need to change your world. I’m Adria Sophia Melichar, an AuDHD coach who’s spent over a decade guiding hundreds who don’t fit the mold to ...
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The Nervous System Eats First: Autism Spectrum, Menopause & Beyond
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The Nervous System Eats First is a podcast about the midlife body—when masking stops working, menopause hits hard, and your nervous system demands more than just supplements and willpower. Hosted by Dr. Stacey Denise, a board-certified physician and founder of the Neuroaesthetic MD™ method, this show invites listeners into a new kind of recovery: one where healing begins through the senses. Each episode blends science, sensory ritual, and somatic insight to help women reclaim regulation—not ...
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Quietly Autistic at Last A podcast for the women who were always "a little different"—but never had the words for why. Hosted by Dr. Allison Sucamele, a woman diagnosed with autism later in life, this podcast explores the quiet, often-overlooked experiences of neurodivergent women who spent years—sometimes decades—masked, misunderstood, or misdiagnosed. Each episode is a gentle unraveling of what it means to be quietly autistic at last: the grief of being missed, the relief of being named, t ...
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This podcast is intended to be a resource for special needs families. NYC Special Education Attorney Adam Dayan, Founder of Law Offices of Adam Dayan, PLLC, will be interviewing experts in the field of special education who can be resources to parents whose children are struggling educationally and who are seeking guidance about what steps to take next.
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Takiwātanga, Love Not Cure; Exploring autism one strength at a time. This is a podcast about autism stories. Takiwātanga is the Te Reo Māori for autism. From 'tōku/tōna anō takiwā' - 'my/his/her own time and space'. www.takiwatanga.org.nz ------------------------------ Support our here: https://bit.ly/Takiwatangashirts ----------------------------- #Takiwatanga, #autismawareness, #autism, #lovenotcure
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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 Actualising Woman 🌺 is an unfiltered diary of life after a mental breakdown and late-diagnosed AuDHD (Autism + ADHD) at age 57 🌼 As a therapist, empty nester, and entrepreneur, I share the raw reality of recovery: grief, regret, overwhelm, and confusion, alongside professional insights, research, and coping tools🌸 This channel is about living unmasked 🌷 rebuilding identity 🌻 and finding strength after years of moving through the world undiagnosed. From mental health struggles to self-act ...
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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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Welcome to (RE)FRAMED the official podcast from Reframing Autism! We are so excited to launch (RE)FRAMED in mid-2023 as our second podcast iteration! Reframing Autism is an Australian, Autistic-led charity which provides educational resources and opportunities to the Autistic and autism communities, and amplifies diverse Autistic voices across our platforms. Through our podcast we hope to centre our Autistic stories, share our knowledge and contribute to conversations impacting us, our commu ...
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- TRIGGER WARNING-This podcast will discuss autism, suicide, mental health, and wellness, among other topics, with autistic individuals and different professionals with the goal of unmasking stereotypes, increasing awareness, advocating for mental health and wellness, and attempting to shatter the stigmas of these topics through conversation and personal experience. The Autism Foundation of Oklahoma (AFO), www.autismfoundationok.org, @AutismfoundationOK, strives to improve the lives of Oklah ...
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Burnout. Boundaries. Bullsh*t. I’ve been lost, broken, burnt out and told a thousand times to just get on with it. Add perimenopause into the mix, a late autism and ADHD diagnosis, and you’ve got the perfect storm. I’m Moody, human first, divergent always. This isn’t self-help, it’s the realities of being late diagnosed, the skill regression that comes with burnout, and the process of relearning life all over again. Some weeks it’s heartbreak, betrayal, grief that rips you open. Other weeks ...
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Welcome to the Apparently Autistic Podcast! Our goal is to unmask the spectrum with real voices and real experiences. On the podcast, we hope to educate people about autism, and provide our personal experiences as well as advice and strategies both from a neurodivergent and neurotypical point of view.
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NeuroSpicy@Work is a podcast about what it really feels like to move through the world as a neurodivergent adult — especially at work. No clichés. No corporate varnish. No patronising “awareness.” Just honest conversations about masking, burnout, communication gaps, disclosure, identity, and the invisible barriers autistic and ADHD people still face in modern workplaces. Hosted by Duena Blomstrom — author of People Before Tech, creator of the Human Debt concept, and a late-diagnosed autistic ...
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An unfiltered podcast for adults navigating life, ADHD and relationships. Getting real and raw with therapist Jennifer McKenzie. Expect to hear guests speaking their truth and getting down to the nitty gritty on all things life. What does your inner voice say to you? Jen also opens up about her own journey over coming addiction, domestic abuse, being late diagnosed Autistic & ADHD at the age of 40, unmasking, and some of the challenges she has faced. Jen is the owner of Lunar Spirit Wellbein ...
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The PedsDocTalk Podcast: Child Health, Development & Parenting—From a Pediatrician Mom
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The PedsDocTalk Podcast is your go-to parenting resource, hosted by Dr. Mona Amin, a trusted pediatrician, parenting expert, and mom of two. As a top 30 Parenting Podcast in the U.S., this show delivers expert-backed guidance on child development, health, illness, behavior, feeding, and sleep—giving parents the confidence to navigate every stage from baby to teen. Each episode dives into real-life parenting challenges, featuring conversations with specialists in pediatrics, child psychology, ...
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A late-diagnosed Autistic ADHDer, navigating life post-diagnosis and reflecting on her own experiences as a neurodivergent women in the 21st century. Chatting all things ADHD, Autism and more, in the hopes of helping others to feel less alone and empowered to live their best neurodivergent lives as neurothrivergents. Follow on Instagram: @Neurothrivergent
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Welcome to Unmask Your Mind, the podcast where we break down mental health stigmas, uncover the truth about neurodivergence, and explore the impact of trauma—one conversation at a time. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, mental health professional, or someone seeking to better understand yourself and the people around you, this show is for anyone passionate about creating a world where everyone’s unique brain is valued, understood, and supported. Each episode is packed with practical strategi ...
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Exploring mental health and mental illness from the inside out. Mental illness is already struggle. Living with comorbidity issues seems nearly impossible. They present unique factors when attempting to advocate and get healthy. This podcast investigates the issues from both sides of the desk. Prompted by my late psychologist we provide episodes during episodes. Officially diagnosed with Autism, Bipolar, OCD, ADHD and more. This is an unprofessional analysis, along with mental illness expert ...
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Welcome to The Wellness Project with Des, a safe space where we dive deep into the realms of mental health and wellness. In a world that's constantly bustling with activity and demands, taking care of our mental and emotional well-being has never been more essential. My podcast is dedicated to fostering open conversations about mental health, offering insights, and providing practical tools for cultivating wellness. Join us as we embark on a journey to explore the intricacies of the human mi ...
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A podcast by America's Holistic Gynecologist for women navigating reproductive and hormonal health concerns. From menstrual irregularities to menopausal symptoms, hormonal imbalances, chronic fatigue, sleep disturbances, endometriosis, PCOS, and the variety of conditions routinely dismissed in clinical settings. Drawing from over 50,000 patient consultations, Dr. Tassone shares evidence-based solutions and patient success stories to optimize hormonal health and overall wellbeing.
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Neuro Rainbow Cast with Autisticly Aar is a podcast dedicated to amplifying the voices of the neurodivergent and disabled communities.Hosted by Aar Jae/Eira-Auri Williams, the show provides a platform for individuals to share their lived experiences in an honest and truthful manner. Where we hope to learn and discover more about neurodivergent conditions under its rainbow from ADHD to autism, dyspraxia to dyslexia and other neurodivergent conditions. By unmasking societal constructs and chal ...
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Your ADHD Besties is a podcast for people who are underwhelmed, overwhelmed and very attractive all at the same time... people who put the BDE in ADHD. ❤️🔥 Your hosts are besties Grace Koelma (founder of Future ADHD) and Tara Breuso (The ADHD Dietitian). Join us for episodes every Thursday where we unmask together and discuss your juuuuicy ADHD dilemmas. Submit your divergent dilemma via our website 😎 adhdbesties.com 🫠 IG @adhdbestiespodcast 🫠 TikTok @adhdbestiespodcast
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Welcome to Hoots Who, The Owl Centre’s Neurodiversity Podcast. Join us as we explore heartfelt stories, insightful anecdotes, and practical tips from the remarkable people who make up our neurodiversity team. From our dedicated staff members to the inspirational colleagues we collaborate with, each episode brings you closer to the world of neurodiversity, celebrating the unique perspectives and strengths that make us who we are.
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Two SEND mums winging life, trying to keep the kids alive and ourselves sane. A relaxed podcast about everything SEND and how WE navigate this journey. From the little wins in life down to wiping the sh*t off your walls. This is a podcast for anyone who has a little bit of dark humour in them and uses this as a coping mechanism (or not!). We know how important it is to have a village when it comes to our SEND children and we would love for you to be a part of this village!
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The Women Empowered Podcast is intended for all women who want to learn, grow, and empower themselves. The podcast covers various topics that can help women in their personal and professional lives, such as entrepreneurship, career growth, leadership, self-care, and personal development. It is suitable for women of all ages, backgrounds, and professions who seek inspiration, motivation, and strategies to achieve their goals. Women Empowered podcast will cover a wide range of topics that empo ...
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Join Erika Broom each week as she discusses all the things she loves!
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Calling all Solopreneurs, Independent Hairstylists and Salon Suite Owners and independent beauty professionals - Inspiration, Information and actionable tips to help you grow your business behind and beyond the chair, and consciously create your best and most abundant life.
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Listen to our experts talk about topics that concern you. Our conversations range from health topics with our providers and specialists, to current news and updates at the health system. We hope you will share this with your friends and family too!
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Welcome to the Emotional Alchemy Podcast where safety is medicine, connection is never automated and everything is relational.
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Looking For Some Mid-Week Inspiration? Get a fresh perspective from people from around the globe. If By Chance showcases change makers. It’s a platform to raise awareness and connect people to the resources they need to amplify their impact. New podcast episodes every Wednesday FOLLOW ► Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/hellohuman.global/) Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/company/hellohuman-global) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/HelloHuman.global) CREDITS 🎙️ Voiceover provided by Ke ...
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One day last year after another overwhelming morning trying to get my distressed SEND son into school, I came home, slumped on the sofa and sobbed. I was at my wits’ end. I didn’t think I could do it a second longer. It made me think of all the other struggling SEND parents out there, possibly on their sofas, crying too. If I felt overwhelmed, so did they. If I was struggling, perhaps I wasn’t alone. The responsibility and pressure of raising a SEND child can sometimes be too much. How could ...
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Episode 5: Unpacking Food and Fear - ARFID and The Autistic Experience
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Content Warning: This episode of our podcast and posts related to it focus on eating disorders and restrictive eating. In this episode, Unpacking Food and Fear: ARFID and the Autistic Experience, we talk with therapist Brittany Ashmore about ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder), misconceptions around eating sensitivities, understanding…
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209. Unmasking Autism in Women: Understanding Late Diagnosis
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Welcome to my podcast, The Wellness Project with Des, where I speak about all things mental health and wellness to bring you actionable tips you can implement in your own life to help improve your mental health and overall well-being. On today’s episode, I speak with therapist Brooke Garren about receiving an autism diagnosis as an adult. For detai…
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When Motherhood Unmasks Neurodiversity (ADHD and Autism)
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More and more women are getting diagnosed with ADHD later in life, often after becoming parents, and it’s not because ADHD is “trending.” It’s because we’ve missed it for decades. In this conversation, I talk with psychiatrist and author Dr. Sasha Hamdani about why ADHD in girls and women often goes unnoticed, how hormones and motherhood reveal hid…
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Unmasking Hope - How Ag for Autism is Changing Lives in the Delta
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Episode Summary: In this heart-opening episode of Unmasking the Heart for Change, host Tammy Winstead sits down with Lauryn Tacker, Vice President of Ag for Autism, to explore how agriculture and advocacy are coming together to transform lives across rural Arkansas. From funding communication iPads that give nonverbal children a voice, to creating …
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Unmasking Purpose – Stepping Into What’s Next
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Episode: Unmasking Purpose: Stepping Into What’s Next Episode Air Date: Monday – 11 AM CST Podcast: Unmasking the Heart for Change Host: Tammy Winstead ✨ Episode Overview In this deeply personal and transformative episode, Tammy unpacks what it means to step into a new season of life — even when the shift feels unfamiliar, uncomfortable, or unclear…
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The Follow-Up: Overcoming Percentile Anxiety
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In this Follow Up episode, I’m opening up about something I’ve counseled countless parents through yet still had to face myself: the emotional weight of percentiles. After my daughter Vera was born, a mix of postpartum complications, exclusive pumping, and constant worry about her petite size pulled me into a spiral I didn’t see coming. This episod…
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People Pleasing and Women’s Gut Problems: The Real Cause (with Dr. Scott Rower, PhD)
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What was your biggest Takeaway from this Episode! I would Love to hear from you! Why are so many women struggling with reflux, IBS, bloating, and chronic stomach pain—despite changing diets, taking supplements, and doing “all the right things”? In this powerful episode, Dr. Scott Rower, PhD—clinical psychologist and founder of Rest and Digest—joins…
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It’s our season 1 finale! Today’s episode is about taking everything you've learned about your brain and weaving it into an actual life that works. It brings together all 16 previous episodes into one complete picture: what does ecosystem design actually look like when you're building something that doesn't exist yet? No theory. Just concrete examp…
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The Truth About Raising Securely Attached Kids: What Most Parents Get Wrong
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What does it really mean to raise securely attached kids? I first came across Eli Harwood’s book Raising Securely Attached Kids on a solo trip, and it completely re-energized how I think about connection and parenting. Her words reminded me that so much of raising emotionally healthy kids starts with how we show up, not how perfect we are. It is no…
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# 12 - Asking for Accommodations vs. Making Excuses: Reclaiming Your Needs Without Apology
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Send us a text Today’s episode explores a topic many of you have been asking for: the difference between asking for accommodations and “making excuses,” why these requests feel so vulnerable for autistic women, and how to finally release the fear of being misunderstood. We talk about the early conditioning that taught so many of us to mask, overach…
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Unmasking Purpose Through the Delta Leadership Academy
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Episode Title: Unmasking Purpose Through the Delta Leadership Academy Episode Summary In this deeply personal and long overdue episode, host Tammy Winstead pulls back the curtain on the transformational journey that reshaped her leadership, restored her voice, and sparked the creation of Unmasking the Heart for Change. From childhood storytelling t…
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Raising kids who feel proud of who they are, not just what they do, is one of the biggest gifts we can give them. In this Follow-Up episode, I revisit my conversation with Dr. Becky Kennedy, recorded back when I was a new mom trying to understand how to raise a confident child. Now, with Ryaan heading into six, these lessons hit even deeper. We tal…
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How I'm Helping Myself Unmask and Process ADHD, ASD Diagnosis - Self Parenting, A Potato + The Actualising Tendency Carl Rogers
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How I'm Helping Myself Unmask and Process My ADHD, ASD Diagnosis - Self Parenting + The Actualising Tendency Carl Rogers. Here's the story of how Carl Rogers came to learn about The Actualising Tendency! AND why he developed his theory of The Three Conditions required by therapists (and yourself) to create the PERFECT environment in which a person/…
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Autistic Models of Success, Identity & Education — with Lara Schaeffer
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In this episode, Duena speaks with Lara Schaeffer — autistic educator, advocate and creator of Neurodivergent Learning — about why real-life autistic role models are essential for ND children, teens and adults who are trying to understand themselves in a world that still gets autism profoundly wrong. Lara shares her journey from struggling through …
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Ever feel guilty for needing to lie on the couch for days? Like you should be doing yoga or taking walks instead of playing video games and rewatching the same comfort show for the third time? Real AuDHD rest doesn't look productive. It looks lazy. And that's exactly the problem. When you're pulling back from burnout, your nervous system needs some…
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# 11 - Autumn Clarity: Letting Old Versions Fall Away
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Send us a text This episode is a quiet meditation on change — the kind that doesn’t always feel exciting or triumphant, but necessary. We’ll explore how autistic and sensitive nervous systems experience emotional and seasonal transitions, the neuroscience behind letting go, and the psychology of identity shifts. Drawing from thinkers like Robert Ke…
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Sleep training might be one of the most debated topics in parenting but it doesn’t have to be so polarizing. In this Follow-Up episode, I revisit my most downloaded episode, “We’re Losing Sleep Over Our Kids’ Sleep,” to talk honestly about what sleep training really means, the methods that exist, and how to decide what’s right for your family. You’…
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In this episode of The Curious Incident Podcast, NYC Special Education Attorney Adam Dayan sits down with Beth Rosenberg, educator, and founder of Tech Unlimited, empowering neurodiverse students to develop real-world technology and workplace skills. Beth shares how her experience as a parent of a neurodiverse child inspired her to create a program…
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208. Breaking the Cycle of Generational Trauma
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Welcome to my podcast, The Wellness Project with Des, where I speak about all things mental health and wellness to bring you actionable tips you can implement in your own life to help improve your mental health and overall well-being. On today’s episode, I speak with therapist Rebecca Sonnenberg about generational trauma. For detailed show notes an…
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151: Unmasking Health Scams: The Fraudulent Five
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In this episode, Dr. Shawn Tassone discusses the intersection of traditional and alternative medicine, focusing on the prevalence of misinformation in the health industry. He introduces the concept of the 'Fraudulent Five,' a group of health influencers he believes propagate false claims and exploit consumer trust. Through detailed analysis, he cri…
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You know you're headed for burnout. But what do you actually DO about it? This episode picks up where Episode 14 left off—you've recognized the warning signs, you're at the tipping point. Now what? This isn't about full burnout recovery. This is about strategic emergency management when you catch yourself before going over the edge—and how to tip t…
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Raising Body-Positive Girls in a Filtered World
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We’re raising girls in a world where filters are the norm, “what I eat in a day” videos flood their feeds, and puberty hits earlier than ever. It’s no wonder body image struggles start young. In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Melisa Holmes to talk about how parents can help their daughters build confidence in their changing bodies without shame, f…
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Episode 14: Hot Flashes at Night? Breath As Medicine Guest: Angelia Abouhassan — founder of The Breath Lady Project, trauma-informed breathwork facilitator, stroke survivor, and Hatha yoga teacher Release Date: November 4, 2025 Length: ~40 minutes Episode Summary You’ve been told to “just breathe”—but what if that makes things worse? In this powerf…
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How Trauma & AuDHD Led Me to Chronic Negative Thinking & Breakdown
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This episode is fully loaded! I talk about how having experienced trauma in childhood (and adulthood) alongside undiagnosed ADHD and ASD, had led me to my recent mental health breakdown. Heavy topics which I have only just touched on in this episode, but give an outline of what (I believe) have caused this life-changing experience. I talk about wha…
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# 10 - Sensory Sanctuary: Designing a Life That Soothes Your System
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Send us a text This episode isn’t about self-care as an abstract concept — it’s about survival, mental-health preservation, and learning how to exist in your body without constantly falling apart from sensory overload. In “Sensory Sanctuary,” we explore what it truly means to build a sensory-safe life, not just a cozy corner. You’ll learn how senso…
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Stop Healing Wrong: Why Mindfulness, Not Hustle, Ends Toxic Cycles — with Dr. Kasim Al-Mashat
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What was your biggest Takeaway from this Episode! I would Love to hear from you! STOP HEALING WRONG: Why Mindfulness, Not Hustle, Ends Toxic Cycles with Dr. Kasim Al-Mashat If you’ve been trying to heal by doing more—reading more, achieving more, fixing more—this episode will feel like a breath of truth. Dr. Kasim Al-Mashat, Registered Psychologist…
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Empowering Tomorrow: The Launch of the Blytheville Youth Council
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Empowering Tomorrow: The Launch of the Blytheville Youth Council Description: In this heartfelt episode of Unmasking the Heart for Change, host Tammy Winstead unveils a powerful new initiative — The Blytheville Youth Council, a collaborative program designed to inspire, equip, guide, and mentor the next generation of leaders in partnership with May…
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No one prepares you for how much your relationship changes after having a baby. The exhaustion, hormones, mental load, and body changes all take a toll on desire and closeness, and it’s rarely talked about honestly. In this Follow Up episode, Dr. Mona talks with Dr. Tracy Dalgleish about what really happens to intimacy after baby. They unpack why d…
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150: Exploring Endocrinology with Dr. Cassie Smith
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In this episode of Confessions of a Male Gynecologist, Dr. Shawn Tassone interviews Dr. Cassie Smith, a board-certified endocrinologist. They discuss Dr. Smith's personal journey through various thyroid disorders and her frustrations with traditional endocrinology practices. The conversation delves into the importance of understanding thyroid healt…
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What if the warning signs you're ignoring right now could save you from months of burnout recovery? Most of us don't recognize we're headed for burnout until we're already there. But what if you could catch it at the tipping point—that moment where things could still go either way? This episode shares the early warning signs that show up before ful…
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Benefits and risks of Chiropractic care in pediatrics: Does your kid need to see a chiropractor?
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What happens when a chiropractor decides to go to medical school? In this conversation, I sit down with Dr. Richard Schoonmaker, a former chiropractor turned osteopathic medical student, to talk about why he made the switch, what he learned about evidence-based care, and how chiropractic and medicine can actually work together when done responsibly…
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# 9 - Autistic Halloween: Sensory, Social, & Soul-Level Realities
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Send us a text For many, Halloween is a night of fun, costumes, and candy. But for late-diagnosed autistic women, it can be something much deeper, and more overwhelming. In this episode, Dr. Allison Sucamele explores why a sensory-heavy, socially-charged holiday can feel so different when your nervous system has spent a lifetime masking and is fina…
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We’ve all heard the phrase breast is best. But is it really that simple? In this episode, I sit down with an expert to talk honestly about what the research actually says about breastfeeding and where the science gets murky. We break down what’s fact, what’s myth, and why so much of the “breast is best” messaging comes from data that’s more correla…
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Autism, Sexuality, and the Power of Neuroculture w/ Candice Christiansen (Season 2 Finale)
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In the season finale of season 2, Mike and Chaya sit down with Candice Christiansen, a leading voice at the intersection of neurodiversity, trauma, and intimacy, for a conversation that gets existential—and a little bit weird. The three explore the sacred energy of creation, the challenge of healing in a world that isn't always helpful, and what it…
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207. Understanding OCD and High Functioning Anxiety
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Welcome to my podcast, The Wellness Project with Des, where I speak about all things mental health and wellness to bring you actionable tips you can implement in your own life to help improve your mental health and overall well-being. On today’s episode, I speak with therapist, Brittany Webb about High Functioning Anxiety and Obsessive Compulsive D…
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Episode 4: Neurodivergent Friendships, Social Energy and Finding Your People
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Join our hosts as they talk about friendship wins, struggles and finding connection. With guest, Jason Layton, a psychology student, our interview focuses on managing your social battery, creating connections in ways that feel comfortable to you and learning what social interactions you enjoy most. If you are looking for more resources on creating …
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149: Heart Smart: The Truth About Prevention with Dr. Joel Kahn
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Diet has become one of the most polarizing topics in modern health. Whether it's carnivore, keto, or veganism, conversations around food can quickly become divisive. But beyond the noise and online debates — how do you actually determine the best way to eat for your health, longevity, and heart? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Joel Kahn, an in…
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You get excited about international travel, new projects, spontaneous adventures. Then you're completely overwhelmed because you took on too much without the recovery time your nervous system needed. Sound familiar? Welcome to the Excitement Overwhelm Paradox. Your ADHD side spots something shiny and goes all-in. Your Autistic side needs predictabi…
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The Discipline Reframe Every Parent Needs: Teach Don’t Punish
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If you’ve ever wondered why traditional discipline like timeouts, threats, punishments feel off or doesn’t actually work, this episode will change the way you see toddler behavior. I’m joined by Devon Kuntzman, toddler expert and founder of Transforming Toddlerhood, to talk about how we can move from managing our kids’ behavior to teaching through …
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Send us a text 🎧 Season 2, Episode 1: "We’re Still Here (Somehow)" Strap in – the moaniest mums in the podcast game are BACK for Season 2! Kicking things off with tales of summer survival, EHCP hangovers, and the usual SEND-school chaos, your two unfiltered hosts return with zero filter and even less patience. This episode? It's part therapy, part …
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Eating Feels Impossible? 3 Food-Environment Fixes for Perimenopausal Neurodivergent Women- Michael Lawrence
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Podcast: The Nervous System Eats First Episode: Eating Feels Impossible? 3 Food-Environment Fixes for Perimenopausal Neurodivergent Women Guest: Michael Lawrence — Master Chef (World Master Chef Society), Licensed Architect Episode summary: Have you noticed the same meal is comforting in one space but exhausting in another? Chef–Architect Michael L…
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# 8 - The Double Voice Within: Navigating the Autistic Inner Monologue
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Send us a text “I am speaking on the outside. But I am also narrating, analyzing, and negotiating on the inside. Two tracks. One body. One mind.” Welcome to Quietly Autistic at Last, the space where we stop performing, start understanding, and learn to live by the rhythm of our own nervous systems. I’m your host, Dr. Allison Sucamele. In this episo…
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Unmasking the Bruises - Healing After the Hurt with Brandie Maddox
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Episode Title: Unmasking the Bruises - Healing After the Hurt with Author & Advocate Brandie Maddox Guest: Brandie Maddox, HR Leader • Trauma Survivor • Community Advocate • Author of After the Bruises Fade Host: Tammy Winstead Podcast: Unmasking the Heart for Change Theme: Domestic Violence Awareness & Healing Episode Summary: In this powerful and…
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The Follow-Up: Understanding Autism Characteristics
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As a pediatrician, I know how stressful it can feel when you’re filling out those developmental questionnaires at your child’s checkup. You check a few “no” boxes, and suddenly you’re spiraling! What does this mean? Should I be worried? In this episode, I sit down with an autism specialist to talk through what some of those screening questions actu…
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Montessori Magic: How Freedom-Based Learning Supports ADHD and Autistic Children w/ Rupali Sharma
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Mike and Chaya sit down with Rupali Sharma, founder and director of The T.E.C. Schools in Worcester, Massachusetts, who shares her journey from architecture to Montessori education, revealing how autonomy, observation, and child-centered learning create environments where neurodivergent children thrive without labels or limitations. We Also Cover: …
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Hey, I'm back. It's been a minute and this episode is just a quick check in to say hi and catch up before next fortnight"s episode where I'll be talking about Triangulation, what it looks like, the different ways it shows up and why boundaries matter more than ever. It"s been six months. A lots happened. I've been quiet, dealing with things that hi…
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148: The Perimenopause Revolution with Dr Mariza Snyder
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In this episode, Dr. Mariza Snyder discusses her new book, 'The Perimenopause Revolution,' focusing on the often-overlooked stage of perimenopause. The conversation explores the symptoms, challenges, and societal perceptions surrounding perimenopause, emphasizing the need for better understanding and treatment options. Dr. Snyder shares personal ex…
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You walk into a space and immediately feel on edge. Or you’re in that doctor’s office waiting room, and you just CAN’T be there anymore. Or you’re lounging in your living room and, for some reason, it’s like you can’t truly relax. When you're AuDHD, spaces aren't backgrounds. They actively drain or restore you. That "I can't think clearly here" is …
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Autism: Is Tylenol to Blame? Is Leucovorin the Answer? A conversation with a fellow pediatrician and developmental behavioral pediatrician
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This week, I sit down with two incredible guests to unpack one of the most talked-about (and misunderstood) press conferences in recent months. I’m joined by Dr. Tanya Altmann, pediatrician and founder of Calabasas Pediatrics Wellness Center, and Dr. Anshu Batra, developmental-behavioral pediatrician and autism specialist, to separate fact from fea…
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Starting to Come Back to Myself - My NEW Self - Breakdown to Breakthrough as an AuDHD-er
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Starting to Come Back to Myself - My NEW Self - Breakdown to Breakthrough as an AuDHD-er. I talk about how I move into an assessment phase, despite still feeling very vulnerable, emotional, sad and distressed. I assess Version 1 (the old Clare: the masker, the people-pleaser, etc) into Version 2, the Clare who has NO IDEA how to be unmasked in this…
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