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The Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio99 Writer & Actor on the Spectrum
Ross K. Foad is a scriptwriter/actor/director best known as the leader of sketch comedy group "The Faction of Farce," as well as being the founder of the long-running popular Sherlock Holmes comedy-drama "No Place Like Holmes." Aside from acting, he is a prolific writer experienced in many mediums including Television, Feature Film, Web Series, Stage, comic books, and article writing. Ross shares his experience as a young adult on the spectrum on this episode of The Autism Show.
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Ross K. Foad is a scriptwriter/actor/director best known as the leader of sketch comedy group "The Faction of Farce," as well as being the founder of the long-running popular Sherlock Holmes comedy-drama "No Place Like Holmes." Aside from acting, he is a prolific writer experienced in many mediums including Television, Feature Film, Web Series, Stage, comic books, and article writing. Ross shares his experience as a young adult on the spectrum on this episode of The Autism Show.
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Alis Rowe started the Curly Hair Project after writing her autobiography. Diagnosed at the age of 22 with Asperger's Syndrome, Alis shares her knowledge of what it is like to be a young woman on the spectrum with parents, educators, and the autism community. Learn more about the Curly Hair Project on this episode.
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Alis Rowe started the Curly Hair Project after writing her autobiography. Diagnosed at the age of 22 with Asperger's Syndrome, Alis shares her knowledge of what it is like to be a young woman on the spectrum with parents, educators, and the autism community. Learn more about the Curly Hair Project on this episode.
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SUBS...2017-09-1911 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio97 Father & Daughter Autism ActivismRobert and Elizabeth Tracy are a father and daughter autism activism team. Elizabeth shares her experience growing up and going to college. Listen to this episode of The Autism Show podcast to find out more about their work and their upcoming book.
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The post 97 Father & Daughter Autism Activism appea...2017-09-1200 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio96 Learning to Embrace Autism as a MomZuma Ayriyan went from style blogging to sharing her life with her son on the autism spectrum. Learn more about how she embraced autism in her family and how you can too.
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The post 96 Learning to Embrace Autism as a Mom appeared first on The Autism Show.2017-09-0517 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio96 Learning to Embrace Autism as a MomZuma Ayriyan went from style blogging to sharing her life with her son on the autism spectrum. Learn more about how she embraced autism in her family and how you can too.
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The post 96 Learning to Embrace Autism as a Mom appeared first on The Autism Show.2017-09-0500 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio95: From Bullying to Autism Activism
Randa Habelrih is the mother of a child with autism. When her son experienced a bullying incident at school, it almost broke her heart. Instead of calling the school, she attempted to speak directly with his peers, so together with her daughter Emily, she created a video that very night. This video seemed to have hit a nerve, the emails of support, empathy, and encouragement clogged her inbox.
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2017-08-2900 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio95: From Bullying to Autism Activism
Randa Habelrih is the mother of a child with autism. When her son experienced a bullying incident at school, it almost broke her heart. Instead of calling the school, she attempted to speak directly with his peers, so together with her daughter Emily, she created a video that very night. This video seemed to have hit a nerve, the emails of support, empathy, and encouragement clogged her inbox.
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2017-08-2914 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio94: Sensorimotor Interventions for AutismCara Koscinski, OT shares her latest book: Sensorimotor Interventions: Using Movement to Improve Overall Body Function. Fidgeting, decreased attention, and immature motor patterns can affect learning. Once body systems are in sync, a child's behavior difficulties can decrease significantly.
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The post 94: Sensorimotor Interventions for Autism appeared first on The Autism Show.2017-08-2200 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio94: Sensorimotor Interventions for AutismCara Koscinski, OT shares her latest book: Sensorimotor Interventions: Using Movement to Improve Overall Body Function. Fidgeting, decreased attention, and immature motor patterns can affect learning. Once body systems are in sync, a child's behavior difficulties can decrease significantly.
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The post 94: Sensorimotor Interventions for Autism appeared first on The Autism Show.2017-08-2215 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio93: Being an Autism ActivistJoely Colmer is a young lady with a special gift, Asperger's. She's also a national and world award-winning autism activist and World Autism Ambassador. As a motivational speaker and an autism understanding trainer, she sparks positivity and understanding into the heart of the autistic community.
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The post 93: Being an Autism Activist appeared first on The Autism Show.2017-08-1513 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio93: Being an Autism ActivistJoely Colmer is a young lady with a special gift, Asperger's. She's also a national and world award-winning autism activist and World Autism Ambassador. As a motivational speaker and an autism understanding trainer, she sparks positivity and understanding into the heart of the autistic community.
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The post 93: Being an Autism Activist appeared first on The Autism Show.2017-08-1500 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio92: Back to School Tips for AutismSF is a woman with Asperger syndrome. She has worked in the field of social support and education since 2007 and is a passionate advocate in the Autism community. SF has been teaching a variety of student populations in Canada and the United States. She shares her tips for getting ready for the back-to-school season.
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The post 92: Back to School Tips for Autism appeared first on The Auti...2017-08-0915 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio92: Back to School Tips for AutismSF is a woman with Asperger syndrome. She has worked in the field of social support and education since 2007 and is a passionate advocate in the Autism community. SF has been teaching a variety of student populations in Canada and the United States. She shares her tips for getting ready for the back-to-school season.
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The post 92: Back to School Tips for Autism appeared first on The Auti...2017-08-0900 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio91: Harmony: A Family’s Struggle with AutismNew York Times bestselling author (and autism parent), Carolyn Parkhurst shares her latest novel, Harmony. In 'Harmony', desperate parents seek help for their autistic daughter at a cultish camp. Learn about Carolyn's inspiration for this great summer read.
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The post 91: Harmony: A Family’s Struggle with Autism appeared first on The Autism Show.2017-08-0114 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio91: Harmony: A Family’s Struggle with AutismNew York Times bestselling author (and autism parent), Carolyn Parkhurst shares her latest novel, Harmony. In 'Harmony', desperate parents seek help for their autistic daughter at a cultish camp. Learn about Carolyn's inspiration for this great summer read.
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The post 91: Harmony: A Family’s Struggle with Autism appeared first on The Autism Show.2017-08-0100 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio90: Autism Sibling WarriorWhen Zack Peter found out his younger brother Ethan, was diagnosed with autism, he made it his mission to ensure Ethan will one day live an independent life. Together, he and his family work hard to make sure Ethan has the same opportunities as other kids his age.
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The post 90: Autism Sibling Warrior appeared first on The Autism Show.2017-07-2513 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio90: Autism Sibling WarriorWhen Zack Peter found out his younger brother Ethan, was diagnosed with autism, he made it his mission to ensure Ethan will one day live an independent life. Together, he and his family work hard to make sure Ethan has the same opportunities as other kids his age.
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The post 90: Autism Sibling Warrior appeared first on The Autism Show.2017-07-2500 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio89: Post-Secondary Education for AutismJosh Baker is an assistant professor of special education at University of Nevada since 2012. Baker's research focus is on inclusion and accessing the general education curriculum for students with intellectual disability and autism.
He started Project F.O.C.U.S. (Forming Occupational and Community Understanding for Success), an inclusive post-secondary education program for students with intellectual & developmental disability and autism.
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The p...2017-07-1818 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio89: Post-Secondary Education for AutismJosh Baker is an assistant professor of special education at University of Nevada since 2012. Baker's research focus is on inclusion and accessing the general education curriculum for students with intellectual disability and autism.
He started Project F.O.C.U.S. (Forming Occupational and Community Understanding for Success), an inclusive post-secondary education program for students with intellectual & developmental disability and autism.
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The p...2017-07-1800 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio88: Autism, Tech Founder & Artist PlatformOvercoming challenges with social anxiety and autism, Craig Doriot has built numerous tech applications and learned to run a business despite his diagnosis. His next project is the Dodles app, an open marketplace for people to share their creative abilities.
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The post 88: Autism, Tech Founder & Artist Platform appeared first on The Autism Show.2017-07-1115 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio88: Autism, Tech Founder & Artist PlatformOvercoming challenges with social anxiety and autism, Craig Doriot has built numerous tech applications and learned to run a business despite his diagnosis. His next project is the Dodles app, an open marketplace for people to share their creative abilities.
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The post 88: Autism, Tech Founder & Artist Platform appeared first on The Autism Show.2017-07-1100 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio87 All Cats Have Asperger Syndrome
Kathy Hoopmann takes a playful look at autism, Asperger's, and anxiety with her books.
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The post 87 All Cats Have Asperger Syndrome appeared first on The Autism Show.2017-07-0400 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio87 All Cats Have Asperger Syndrome
Kathy Hoopmann takes a playful look at autism, Asperger's, and anxiety with her books.
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The post 87 All Cats Have Asperger Syndrome appeared first on The Autism Show.2017-07-0417 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio86: The Autism Barber’s Viral StoryWhat do you do when your kid needs a haircut? Jim talks about his viral story about going the extra mile to give a boy with autism a haircut. He's also started the Autism Barbers Assemble so kids with autism have a chance to get their hair cut without a fuss.
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The post 86: The Autism Barber’s Viral Story ap...2017-06-2700 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio86: The Autism Barber’s Viral StoryWhat do you do when your kid needs a haircut? Jim talks about his viral story about going the extra mile to give a boy with autism a haircut. He's also started the Autism Barbers Assemble so kids with autism have a chance to get their hair cut without a fuss.
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The post 86: The Autism Barber’s Viral Story ap...2017-06-2717 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio85: Comedic Storytelling & AutismMichael Ray Kingsbury shares one of his comedic stories about life with a son on the autism spectrum. Michael takes us a journey and shares how he balances the work-life relationship being a comedian and parent.
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The post 85: Comedic Storytelling & Autism appeared first on The Autism Show.2017-06-2000 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio85: Comedic Storytelling & AutismMichael Ray Kingsbury shares one of his comedic stories about life with a son on the autism spectrum. Michael takes us a journey and shares how he balances the work-life relationship being a comedian and parent.
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The post 85: Comedic Storytelling & Autism appeared first on The Autism Show.2017-06-2028 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio84: Helping Kids Regulate EmotionsLauren Brukner, OT and author, shares practical strategies to help kids transition to recess and lunch breaks at school. She also shares advice on how to get your kids ready for bed.
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The post 84: Helping Kids Regulate Emotions appeared first on The Autism Show.2017-06-1300 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio84: Helping Kids Regulate EmotionsLauren Brukner, OT and author, shares practical strategies to help kids transition to recess and lunch breaks at school. She also shares advice on how to get your kids ready for bed.
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The post 84: Helping Kids Regulate Emotions appeared first on The Autism Show.2017-06-1317 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio83: Autism, Pain and Art
Eve Megargel shares the story of her son, Billy, a non-verbal artist on the autism spectrum. Her memoir delves beyond the current news headlines to reveal what happens when autism and pain collide.
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The post 83: Autism, Pain and Art appeared first on The Autism Show.2017-06-0600 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio83: Autism, Pain and Art
Eve Megargel shares the story of her son, Billy, a non-verbal artist on the autism spectrum. Her memoir delves beyond the current news headlines to reveal what happens when autism and pain collide.
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The post 83: Autism, Pain and Art appeared first on The Autism Show.2017-06-0618 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio82: Software Testers on the SpectrumWe talk to Rajesh Anandan, co-founder of Ultra Testing. A software testing company that employs people on the spectrum. Learn about employment opportunities for adults on the spectrum on this episode of The Autism Show podcast.
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The post 82: Software Testers on the Spectrum appeared first on The Autism Show.2017-05-3000 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio82: Software Testers on the SpectrumWe talk to Rajesh Anandan, co-founder of Ultra Testing. A software testing company that employs people on the spectrum. Learn about employment opportunities for adults on the spectrum on this episode of The Autism Show podcast.
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The post 82: Software Testers on the Spectrum appeared first on The Autism Show.2017-05-3034 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio81: Lego® Therapy for AutismThe Autism Show Podcast is back for Season 3 in June! Dr. Daniel LeGoff shares his work on Lego®-based therapy to help kids develop social skills naturally while having fun!
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The post 81: Lego® Therapy for Autism appeared first on The Autism Show.2017-05-2300 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio81: Lego® Therapy for AutismThe Autism Show Podcast is back for Season 3 in June! Dr. Daniel LeGoff shares his work on Lego®-based therapy to help kids develop social skills naturally while having fun!
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The post 81: Lego® Therapy for Autism appeared first on The Autism Show.2017-05-2315 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast RadioBonus: Tracking Anxiety in Autism with RevealPaul Fijal is the Head of Product Development at Awake Labs, working with a team of talented and diverse people to build Reveal and track anxiety in autism. Reveal is empowered care for autism - a device that tracks anxiety before meltdowns happen.
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Reveal's Story:
Paul and his business partner started working on Reveal in late January of last year for a university course.
Originally they were looking at how stress affects people at work and if there is anything they can do to i...2016-06-0116 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast RadioBonus: Tracking Anxiety in Autism with RevealPaul Fijal is the Head of Product Development at Awake Labs, working with a team of talented and diverse people to build Reveal and track anxiety in autism. Reveal is empowered care for autism - a device that tracks anxiety before meltdowns happen.
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Reveal's Story:
Paul and his business partner started working on Reveal in late January of last year for a university course.
Originally they were looking at how stress affects people at work and if there is anything they can do to i...2016-06-0100 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio80: Smart Robot Toy for AutismLadislas de Toldi is one of the co-founders of LEKA - the robot toy for autism.
They are creating the first smart toy specifically designed for children on the autism spectrum.
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LEKA's Story:
The idea for creating LEKA was born 4 years ago when Ladislas met with the co-founder, Marine in engineering school. The professor explained to his students what autism is, and asked them to imagine a toy or an object that would help the children on the autism spectrum communicate and interact.
2016-05-0313 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio80: Smart Robot Toy for AutismLadislas de Toldi is one of the co-founders of LEKA - the robot toy for autism.
They are creating the first smart toy specifically designed for children on the autism spectrum.
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LEKA's Story:
The idea for creating LEKA was born 4 years ago when Ladislas met with the co-founder, Marine in engineering school. The professor explained to his students what autism is, and asked them to imagine a toy or an object that would help the children on the autism spectrum communicate and interact.
2016-05-0300 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio79: Amazing 21-year old artist and autism advocateHaley Moss is an artist, author, advocate, and college graduate on the autism spectrum. She is currently a law student at the University of Miami. She has written two books on autism and contributes to The Huffington Post. Her artwork is used to fundraise for nonprofits benefitting people with disabilities.
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Haley's Story:
Haley found out that she was diagnosed with autism when she was nine years old and she grew up seeing autism as a positive thing. During her childhood, Haley was never isolated. Even though a...2016-04-2619 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio79: Amazing 21-year old artist and autism advocateHaley Moss is an artist, author, advocate, and college graduate on the autism spectrum. She is currently a law student at the University of Miami. She has written two books on autism and contributes to The Huffington Post. Her artwork is used to fundraise for nonprofits benefitting people with disabilities.
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Haley's Story:
Haley found out that she was diagnosed with autism when she was nine years old and she grew up seeing autism as a positive thing. During her childhood, Haley was never isolated. Even though a...2016-04-2600 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio78: Are weighted blankets for you?Are weighted blankets for you? Weighted blankets with The Pocket OT.
Pediatric occupational therapist, Cara Koscinski once practiced occupational therapy, primarily serving an adult population. It wasn't until she had two special needs kids of her own that she made the switch to paediatric OT. Cara's two sons are both on the autism spectrum and have sensory processing disorder. Cara is the creator of The Pocket OT series.
She has coauthored a new book, The Weighted Blanket Guide.
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Weighted Blankets
Th...2016-04-1920 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio78: Are weighted blankets for you?Are weighted blankets for you? Weighted blankets with The Pocket OT.
Pediatric occupational therapist, Cara Koscinski once practiced occupational therapy, primarily serving an adult population. It wasn't until she had two special needs kids of her own that she made the switch to paediatric OT. Cara's two sons are both on the autism spectrum and have sensory processing disorder. Cara is the creator of The Pocket OT series.
She has coauthored a new book, The Weighted Blanket Guide.
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Weighted Blankets
Th...2016-04-1900 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio77: All About The Autism Show Podcast – Autism Awareness MonthIn this episode of The Autism Show Podcast, our host, Catherine shares her story with us.
Hear more about what motivated Catherine to start advocating autism, and what she hopes to achieve with her work for the autism community.
This episode originally aired on Jeanette's Autism Show from BlogTalk Radio.
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We discuss:
How Catherine came up with the idea to start this podcast.
The upcoming Autism Activities Handbook.
Future plans for The Autism Show podcast.
T...2016-04-0524 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio77: All About The Autism Show Podcast – Autism Awareness MonthIn this episode of The Autism Show Podcast, our host, Catherine shares her story with us.
Hear more about what motivated Catherine to start advocating autism, and what she hopes to achieve with her work for the autism community.
This episode originally aired on Jeanette's Autism Show from BlogTalk Radio.
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We discuss:
How Catherine came up with the idea to start this podcast.
The upcoming Autism Activities Handbook.
Future plans for The Autism Show podcast.
T...2016-04-0500 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio76: Vocational Training Coffee Shops for AutismMax Simpson has been working with young people with special needs for the past 10 years and was most recently the deputy head of an international special education school.
Max grew up with a brother with Autism who has fallen through the cracks.
Now, Max is working with a partner to open a coffee shop and vocational training centre for young people with special needs.
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Max's Story:
Learn more about this coffee shop with a difference program for vocational and employment tr...2016-03-2912 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio76: Vocational Training Coffee Shops for AutismMax Simpson has been working with young people with special needs for the past 10 years and was most recently the deputy head of an international special education school.
Max grew up with a brother with Autism who has fallen through the cracks.
Now, Max is working with a partner to open a coffee shop and vocational training centre for young people with special needs.
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Max's Story:
Learn more about this coffee shop with a difference program for vocational and employment tr...2016-03-2900 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio75: ProAutism Microbusiness with Tuck’s TooquesTuck's Tooques is an Autistic-owned microenterprise offering handwoven, fleece-lined, winter hats, gloves, mittens, footies and socks.
It's a ProAutism microbusiness designed to develop a sustainable young man (Tuck) in operating a profitable business.
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Tuck’s Tooques's Story:
Tuck was diagnosed with autism at the age of two and a half.
Being disappointed with school systems, Dennis, Tuck's father, started thinking about preparing his son for the school to work transition. He started looking at options for a business model he coul...2016-03-2222 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio75: ProAutism Microbusiness with Tuck’s TooquesTuck's Tooques is an Autistic-owned microenterprise offering handwoven, fleece-lined, winter hats, gloves, mittens, footies and socks.
It's a ProAutism microbusiness designed to develop a sustainable young man (Tuck) in operating a profitable business.
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Tuck’s Tooques's Story:
Tuck was diagnosed with autism at the age of two and a half.
Being disappointed with school systems, Dennis, Tuck's father, started thinking about preparing his son for the school to work transition. He started looking at options for a business model he coul...2016-03-2200 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio74: Autism Mom MemoirThis week's show is all about an autism mom memoir. LeeAndra is the author of memoir Make A Wish For Me: A Family's Recovery From Autism. LeeAndra attributes early intervention, tireless advocacy and letting go of "normal" as key factors in her son Ryan's recovery in autism.
When Ryan is diagnosed with autism at the age of two, LeeAndra and her family are forced to live with a disability that is stigmatized and largely misunderstood by society. Throughout her journey with Ryan, LeeAndra learns that being “normal” is not nearly as important as providing her child with a lif...2016-03-1516 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio74: Autism Mom MemoirThis week's show is all about an autism mom memoir. LeeAndra is the author of memoir Make A Wish For Me: A Family's Recovery From Autism. LeeAndra attributes early intervention, tireless advocacy and letting go of "normal" as key factors in her son Ryan's recovery in autism.
When Ryan is diagnosed with autism at the age of two, LeeAndra and her family are forced to live with a disability that is stigmatized and largely misunderstood by society. Throughout her journey with Ryan, LeeAndra learns that being “normal” is not nearly as important as providing her child with a lif...2016-03-1500 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio73: The Autistic Author and Animator: Autism through a Mother’s EyesJanet Walmsley’s daughter Jenny, diagnosed with Autism, faced many challenges on the way to reaching her dream of becoming a professional animator and published author.
This heartfelt story relays the importance of perseverance, courage and strength between a mother-daughter bond as their journeys’ intertwine—revealing a mother who was her daughter’s rock right from the beginning and did everything in her power to help her daughter see the light at the end of a dark tunnel.
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Janet and Jenny's Story:
Janet coul...2016-03-0818 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio73: The Autistic Author and Animator: Autism through a Mother’s EyesJanet Walmsley’s daughter Jenny, diagnosed with Autism, faced many challenges on the way to reaching her dream of becoming a professional animator and published author.
This heartfelt story relays the importance of perseverance, courage and strength between a mother-daughter bond as their journeys’ intertwine—revealing a mother who was her daughter’s rock right from the beginning and did everything in her power to help her daughter see the light at the end of a dark tunnel.
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Janet and Jenny's Story:
Janet coul...2016-03-0800 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio72: Prodigies, Savants, and Autism with Kimberly StephensWe're talking about prodigies and savants with autism on this show. KIMBERLY STEPHENS is a freelance journalist. She has coauthored academic papers on child prodigies and is a member of the D.C. Science Writers Association.
She is a graduate of Princeton University and Harvard Law School.
With Dr. Joanne Ruthsatz, professor of psychology at The Ohio State University, she is author of THE PRODIGY'S COUSIN: The Family Link Between Autism and Extraordinary Talent, which goes on sale March 1.
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Learn about Prodigies, Savants, A...2016-03-0200 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio72: Prodigies, Savants, and Autism with Kimberly StephensWe're talking about prodigies and savants with autism on this show. KIMBERLY STEPHENS is a freelance journalist. She has coauthored academic papers on child prodigies and is a member of the D.C. Science Writers Association.
She is a graduate of Princeton University and Harvard Law School.
With Dr. Joanne Ruthsatz, professor of psychology at The Ohio State University, she is author of THE PRODIGY'S COUSIN: The Family Link Between Autism and Extraordinary Talent, which goes on sale March 1.
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Learn about Prodigies, Savants, A...2016-03-0214 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio71: Mental Health on the Autism Spectrum with Jeanette PurkisJeanette Purkis is the Autistic author of ‘Finding a Different Kind of Normal: Misadventures with Asperger Syndrome’ – an autobiography, and ‘The Wonderful World of Work: A Workbook for Asperteens.’ Jeanette works full-time in Government administration. She gives talks about living well with Autism in a variety of forums, including TEDx.
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Jeanette's Story:
Jeanette has been very driven in the last 15 years to make a big difference. She hopes to make a big difference and help a lot of people on the autism spectrum. Having a variety of diagnosis...2016-02-2322 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio71: Mental Health on the Autism Spectrum with Jeanette PurkisJeanette Purkis is the Autistic author of ‘Finding a Different Kind of Normal: Misadventures with Asperger Syndrome’ – an autobiography, and ‘The Wonderful World of Work: A Workbook for Asperteens.’ Jeanette works full-time in Government administration. She gives talks about living well with Autism in a variety of forums, including TEDx.
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Jeanette's Story:
Jeanette has been very driven in the last 15 years to make a big difference. She hopes to make a big difference and help a lot of people on the autism spectrum. Having a variety of diagnosis...2016-02-2300 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio70: Autism in Love DocumentaryCarolina Groppa is the producer of Autism in Love.
A feature length documentary about how adults with autism find and manage romantic relationships.
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Carolina's Story:
Prior to this film, Carolina knew nothing about autism.
As she was researching autism for the documentary, she realized that there was nothing out there on adults with autism and romantic relationships. The Autism in Love documentary team followed four different adults on the spectrum as they navigate through romantic relationships.
Hear more abo...2016-02-1600 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio70: Autism in Love DocumentaryCarolina Groppa is the producer of Autism in Love.
A feature length documentary about how adults with autism find and manage romantic relationships.
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Carolina's Story:
Prior to this film, Carolina knew nothing about autism.
As she was researching autism for the documentary, she realized that there was nothing out there on adults with autism and romantic relationships. The Autism in Love documentary team followed four different adults on the spectrum as they navigate through romantic relationships.
Hear more abo...2016-02-1614 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio69: Forming a Disability Ministry with Shelli AllenShelli Allen is the mother of two children with autism. She's the author of Steps, Forming a Disability
Ministry and a contributing author in Stars In Her Eye, Navigating the Maze of childhood autism. Shelli recently founded a Nonprofit called Steps Care which provides training, support, and resources to religious/faith based organizations that are seeking to provide a more inclusive environment to families living with special needs.
Shelli is a volunteer parent mentor to other families faced with a new diagnosis of autism. and she
speaks all over the US about autism and the...2016-02-0900 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio69: Forming a Disability Ministry with Shelli AllenShelli Allen is the mother of two children with autism. She's the author of Steps, Forming a Disability
Ministry and a contributing author in Stars In Her Eye, Navigating the Maze of childhood autism. Shelli recently founded a Nonprofit called Steps Care which provides training, support, and resources to religious/faith based organizations that are seeking to provide a more inclusive environment to families living with special needs.
Shelli is a volunteer parent mentor to other families faced with a new diagnosis of autism. and she
speaks all over the US about autism and the...2016-02-0914 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio68: Autistic Piano Prodigy Jacob VelazquezJacob Velazquez is an 8 year old gifted pianist with autism. He has performed on Good Morning America, The View, CNN & more.
He was recently invited by Taylor Swift to meet her on tour after playing a medley for her and posting on Youtube.
Jacob has already recorded his first album and dreams of becoming a music producer one day.
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Jacob's Story:
Jacob started playing on his father's piano when he was three and a half years old. One day his father heard h...2016-02-0200 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio68: Autistic Piano Prodigy Jacob VelazquezJacob Velazquez is an 8 year old gifted pianist with autism. He has performed on Good Morning America, The View, CNN & more.
He was recently invited by Taylor Swift to meet her on tour after playing a medley for her and posting on Youtube.
Jacob has already recorded his first album and dreams of becoming a music producer one day.
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Jacob's Story:
Jacob started playing on his father's piano when he was three and a half years old. One day his father heard h...2016-02-0221 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio67: AspienWoman – The Female Autistic Profile with Tania MarshallTania Marshall is a best selling author and has worked in the field of child development, child and family psychology for 20 years.
Tania had worked in a variety of roles, including private practice, the private special-needs school environment, and the children's out-patient environment.
She is the author of I am AspienGirl & AspienWoman, a best selling book on the Autistic female profile. She currently divides her time between private practice, writing and research.
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Tania's Story:
After the success Tania had with he...2016-01-2600 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio67: AspienWoman – The Female Autistic Profile with Tania MarshallTania Marshall is a best selling author and has worked in the field of child development, child and family psychology for 20 years.
Tania had worked in a variety of roles, including private practice, the private special-needs school environment, and the children's out-patient environment.
She is the author of I am AspienGirl & AspienWoman, a best selling book on the Autistic female profile. She currently divides her time between private practice, writing and research.
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Tania's Story:
After the success Tania had with he...2016-01-2616 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio66: Teaching Self-Control with Lauren BruknerLauren Brukner is a Senior Occupational Therapist who lives in New York City with her husband and three children, two of whom have emotional and sensory integration difficulties.
She holds a Master's of Science in Occupational Therapy from New York University.
She has just published a new book: How to Be a Superhero Called Self-Control!: Super Powers to Help Younger Children to Regulate their Emotions and Senses
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Lauren's Story:
Ever since she was a child, Lauren enjoyed writing. After publishing her first bo...2016-01-1923 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio66: Teaching Self-Control with Lauren BruknerLauren Brukner is a Senior Occupational Therapist who lives in New York City with her husband and three children, two of whom have emotional and sensory integration difficulties.
She holds a Master's of Science in Occupational Therapy from New York University.
She has just published a new book: How to Be a Superhero Called Self-Control!: Super Powers to Help Younger Children to Regulate their Emotions and Senses
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Lauren's Story:
Ever since she was a child, Lauren enjoyed writing. After publishing her first bo...2016-01-1900 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio65: Independence for Autistic Adults with Amalia StarrAmalia is a Motivational Speaker, Author, Transition and Independent Living Coach, founder of Autism Independence Project, and mother to an independent autistic adult son. With Amalia’s forty years of firsthand experience, she specializes in transition and independence training for special needs parents.
She teaches them how to find their inner courage and the art of “letting go” to help their children reach their full potential, gain maximum independence, and find acceptance & inclusion.
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Amalia's Story:
Amalia spent her whole life trying to understand and support...2016-01-1218 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio65: Independence for Autistic Adults with Amalia StarrAmalia is a Motivational Speaker, Author, Transition and Independent Living Coach, founder of Autism Independence Project, and mother to an independent autistic adult son. With Amalia’s forty years of firsthand experience, she specializes in transition and independence training for special needs parents.
She teaches them how to find their inner courage and the art of “letting go” to help their children reach their full potential, gain maximum independence, and find acceptance & inclusion.
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Amalia's Story:
Amalia spent her whole life trying to understand and support...2016-01-1200 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio64: Shannon Penrod shares Autism LiveWhen Shannon Penrod’s son was diagnosed with Autism at 2 ½, getting him help became her top priority. 10 years later he is a successful junior high student, and Shannon helps other families get resources they need as the host of Autism Live and through her work with ACT Today!
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Shannon's Story:
Shannon is a very proud autism parent with a son who was diagnosed ten years ago. As she searched for information ten years ago, she didn't find a lot of resources, so Shannon and her husband made...2015-12-0822 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio64: Shannon Penrod shares Autism LiveWhen Shannon Penrod’s son was diagnosed with Autism at 2 ½, getting him help became her top priority. 10 years later he is a successful junior high student, and Shannon helps other families get resources they need as the host of Autism Live and through her work with ACT Today!
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Shannon's Story:
Shannon is a very proud autism parent with a son who was diagnosed ten years ago. As she searched for information ten years ago, she didn't find a lot of resources, so Shannon and her husband made...2015-12-0800 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio63: Dad Starts Online Autism Coaching CommunityErik lives in the UK with his wife Sally and his 2 sons Tim who is 13 and Sammy who is 3 years old.
In 2005, when Tim was diagnosed with autism, Sally and Erik started an incredible journey to help Tim reach his highest potential. Now, after a successful 10 year journey, they are sharing their journey to inspire other families in theirs
Erik is also the founder of the Autism Coaching Community, an online platform where parents can come for training, coaching and connection with other families all with the aim to help their child reach their highest...2015-12-0115 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio63: Dad Starts Online Autism Coaching CommunityErik lives in the UK with his wife Sally and his 2 sons Tim who is 13 and Sammy who is 3 years old.
In 2005, when Tim was diagnosed with autism, Sally and Erik started an incredible journey to help Tim reach his highest potential. Now, after a successful 10 year journey, they are sharing their journey to inspire other families in theirs
Erik is also the founder of the Autism Coaching Community, an online platform where parents can come for training, coaching and connection with other families all with the aim to help their child reach their highest...2015-12-0100 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio62: Special Needs Education for ExpatsHarshi Sehmar is director of The Village Education Centre in Bangkok. His background is in Special Needs in secondary schools (high school). He has taught Special Needs students in large Comprehensive Schools in the UK and in International schools over the last 23 years.
Prior to this, he worked as an Education Welfare Officer and has an additional Diploma in Youth and Community where he worked as a support worker in Youth Clubs and Community Centre’s for disadvantaged children in London.
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Sponsor:
Kozie Clothes
...2015-11-2719 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio62: Special Needs Education for ExpatsHarshi Sehmar is director of The Village Education Centre in Bangkok. His background is in Special Needs in secondary schools (high school). He has taught Special Needs students in large Comprehensive Schools in the UK and in International schools over the last 23 years.
Prior to this, he worked as an Education Welfare Officer and has an additional Diploma in Youth and Community where he worked as a support worker in Youth Clubs and Community Centre’s for disadvantaged children in London.
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Sponsor:
Kozie Clothes
...2015-11-2700 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio61: Bluelaces Theater for Autism Bluelaces is a non-profit theater company in New York City that creates interactive, multi-sensory theater for audiences on the Autism Spectrum and with other developmental differences.
Alison Mahoney, Co-Artistic Director and director of their inaugural production in May 2016, and Anna Marr, Marketing Director, are 2 of 5 co-founders on Bluelaces's Executive Board.
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Interview Links:
Bluelaces Theater Company
The post 61: Bluelaces Theater for Autism appeared first on The Autism Show.2015-11-1700 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio61: Bluelaces Theater for Autism Bluelaces is a non-profit theater company in New York City that creates interactive, multi-sensory theater for audiences on the Autism Spectrum and with other developmental differences.
Alison Mahoney, Co-Artistic Director and director of their inaugural production in May 2016, and Anna Marr, Marketing Director, are 2 of 5 co-founders on Bluelaces's Executive Board.
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Interview Links:
Bluelaces Theater Company
The post 61: Bluelaces Theater for Autism appeared first on The Autism Show.2015-11-1724 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio60: Autism Decoded with Stella WaterhouseStella Waterhouse worked with people with ASD - as a teacher, caregiver and Deputy Principal of a residential community,since the 1970s.
She has a series of books for parents plus a new upcoming series - Autism Decoded.
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Stella's Story:
Stella became interested in autism in the late 60s, after meeting three very different children who had the same diagnosis. She spent the rest of her career working with people on the autism spectrum.
Hear more about Stella's inspiring career on this epis...2015-11-1000 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio60: Autism Decoded with Stella WaterhouseStella Waterhouse worked with people with ASD - as a teacher, caregiver and Deputy Principal of a residential community,since the 1970s.
She has a series of books for parents plus a new upcoming series - Autism Decoded.
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(00:13:12)
Stella's Story:
Stella became interested in autism in the late 60s, after meeting three very different children who had the same diagnosis. She spent the rest of her career working with people on the autism spectrum.
Hear more about Stella's inspiring career on this epis...2015-11-1013 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio59: Bluebee TeeVee – The Autism Information StationBluebee TeeVee Autism Information Station, the innovative and free webisode series to teach children about autism! It's autism education in a pop culture style and delivered by an autistic host, James Sullivan.
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(00:18:55)
Bluebee TeeVee's Story:
When Jodi saw the Bluebee Pals, she had the idea to use these talking plush stuffed characters in a webisode series that would teach kids about autism.
James is an autistic filmmaker who has been making videos for 15 years before he met Jodi. He is the host, scriptwriter and he does...2015-11-0300 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio59: Bluebee TeeVee – The Autism Information StationBluebee TeeVee Autism Information Station, the innovative and free webisode series to teach children about autism! It's autism education in a pop culture style and delivered by an autistic host, James Sullivan.
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(00:18:55)
Bluebee TeeVee's Story:
When Jodi saw the Bluebee Pals, she had the idea to use these talking plush stuffed characters in a webisode series that would teach kids about autism.
James is an autistic filmmaker who has been making videos for 15 years before he met Jodi. He is the host, scriptwriter and he does...2015-11-0318 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio58: After your child’s Autism diagnosis with Shana Beach of Quintessential AutismShana is the mother of a seven year old son with autism. She is also the co-founder of Quintessential Autism Consulting, a business committed to working with and mentoring families throughout the diagnosis process.
Since its launch earlier this year, her business has grown to include workshops, training seminars for those working in the autistic community, small and customized social strategy classes for children with ASD.
She believes in educating families and those working within the community so that they may empower these children to realize their potential.
Listen to the Episode below2015-10-2700 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio58: After your child’s Autism diagnosis with Shana Beach of Quintessential AutismShana is the mother of a seven year old son with autism. She is also the co-founder of Quintessential Autism Consulting, a business committed to working with and mentoring families throughout the diagnosis process.
Since its launch earlier this year, her business has grown to include workshops, training seminars for those working in the autistic community, small and customized social strategy classes for children with ASD.
She believes in educating families and those working within the community so that they may empower these children to realize their potential.
Listen to the Episode below2015-10-2725 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio57: Kickstarter T-Shirts with Robert Thornton of Paper Clouds ApparelRobert Thornton is the Founder of Paper Clouds Apparel. They have provided the shirts for the Autism Activities Handbook Kickstarter Campaign. Only a few days left to get your Paper Clouds Apparel T-shirt too!
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Robert's Story:
Robert's mother was a bus driver for children with special needs. One of the little girls on her route would spend the duration on the ride drawing. She often would give her drawings to Robert’s mom. This is where Robert got the idea to start Paper Clouds Apparel.
Hea...2015-10-2000 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio57: Kickstarter T-Shirts with Robert Thornton of Paper Clouds ApparelRobert Thornton is the Founder of Paper Clouds Apparel. They have provided the shirts for the Autism Activities Handbook Kickstarter Campaign. Only a few days left to get your Paper Clouds Apparel T-shirt too!
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(00:20:41)
Robert's Story:
Robert's mother was a bus driver for children with special needs. One of the little girls on her route would spend the duration on the ride drawing. She often would give her drawings to Robert’s mom. This is where Robert got the idea to start Paper Clouds Apparel.
Hea...2015-10-2020 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio56: Kickstarter Launch & Interview with Andrea Bull author of Animal AppetitesAndrea Bull is the author of the Animal Appetites ABC book for kids and an advocate for her autistic brother, Robert. Robert provided the illustrations for Animal Appetites and is currently working on the illustrations for the Autism Activities Handbook (now on Kickstarter).
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Andrea's Story:
Andrea started a project- a picture book with her brother's drawings, initially as a gift for her parents. As a child, Andrea always wanted her brother to be included, so when she started this project, she thought that it would be nic...2015-10-1315 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio56: Kickstarter Launch & Interview with Andrea Bull author of Animal AppetitesAndrea Bull is the author of the Animal Appetites ABC book for kids and an advocate for her autistic brother, Robert. Robert provided the illustrations for Animal Appetites and is currently working on the illustrations for the Autism Activities Handbook (now on Kickstarter).
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Andrea's Story:
Andrea started a project- a picture book with her brother's drawings, initially as a gift for her parents. As a child, Andrea always wanted her brother to be included, so when she started this project, she thought that it would be nic...2015-10-1300 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio55: Understanding Neurodiversity with Hackie Reitman author of AspertoolsHarold “Hackie” Reitman is an orthopedic surgeon, former professional heavyweight boxer, entrepreneur, philanthropist, filmmaker, neurodiversity advocate and author of the book Aspertools: The Practical Guide for Understanding and Embracing Asperger’s, Autism Spectrum Disorders and Neurodiversity.
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Hackie's Story:
Hackie’s entire interest in Neurodiversity was inspired by his daughter Rebecca, a successful mathematician. Her bravery inspired Hackie to write, produce and co- direct the movie "The Square Root of 2."
Listen to this episode of The Autism Show Podcast to find out more about Hackie's journey t...2015-10-0600 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio55: Understanding Neurodiversity with Hackie Reitman author of AspertoolsHarold “Hackie” Reitman is an orthopedic surgeon, former professional heavyweight boxer, entrepreneur, philanthropist, filmmaker, neurodiversity advocate and author of the book Aspertools: The Practical Guide for Understanding and Embracing Asperger’s, Autism Spectrum Disorders and Neurodiversity.
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Hackie's Story:
Hackie’s entire interest in Neurodiversity was inspired by his daughter Rebecca, a successful mathematician. Her bravery inspired Hackie to write, produce and co- direct the movie "The Square Root of 2."
Listen to this episode of The Autism Show Podcast to find out more about Hackie's journey t...2015-10-0625 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio54: Ten Commandments of Interacting with Kids on the Autism Spectrum with Mari NosalMari Nosal received her B.A. in psychology and her Masters degree in Educational Foundations. She has over 30 years’ experience within the human services and educational fields.
She has worked with parents, educators and children with special needs. She is a published author, autism advocate, blogger, mom, wife.
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Mari's Story:
Mari's son had experienced many school issues before he was diagnosed with Aspergers.
During this process Mari realized that a lot of parents were going through the same thing. Mari wanted to mak...2015-09-2900 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio54: Ten Commandments of Interacting with Kids on the Autism Spectrum with Mari NosalMari Nosal received her B.A. in psychology and her Masters degree in Educational Foundations. She has over 30 years’ experience within the human services and educational fields.
She has worked with parents, educators and children with special needs. She is a published author, autism advocate, blogger, mom, wife.
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(00:19:07)
Mari's Story:
Mari's son had experienced many school issues before he was diagnosed with Aspergers.
During this process Mari realized that a lot of parents were going through the same thing. Mari wanted to mak...2015-09-2919 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio53: A Father’s Perspective & Autism Employment with Derek VolkDerek Volk is a businessman, supporter of Autism awareness, philanthropist, and author of the book: Chasing the Rabbit - A Dad's Life Raising His Son on the Spectrum.
Derek actively participates on the Maine Business Leadership Network (BLN), a national organization that focuses on connecting employers with employees who have disabilities. His own company currently employs those who are deaf, blind and on the Autism Spectrum.
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Derek's Story:
As a businessman, Derek was advised to write a business book. When he sat do...2015-09-2220 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio53: A Father’s Perspective & Autism Employment with Derek VolkDerek Volk is a businessman, supporter of Autism awareness, philanthropist, and author of the book: Chasing the Rabbit - A Dad's Life Raising His Son on the Spectrum.
Derek actively participates on the Maine Business Leadership Network (BLN), a national organization that focuses on connecting employers with employees who have disabilities. His own company currently employs those who are deaf, blind and on the Autism Spectrum.
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Derek's Story:
As a businessman, Derek was advised to write a business book. When he sat do...2015-09-2200 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio52: A Different Way of Seeing Autism with Dr. Barry PrizantBarry Prizant is one of the world's leading authorities on autism, with more than 40 years experience as a scholar, researcher, and international consultant for individuals with autism and their families.
He's an adjunct professor at Brown University and author of Uniquely Human.
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Barry's Story:
How is Barry's new book, Uniquely Human, helping people better understand autism?
For years Barry has published professional journals in academic literature, and he realized that a lot of the information was staying within the academic community. Barry dec...2015-09-1516 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio52: A Different Way of Seeing Autism with Dr. Barry PrizantBarry Prizant is one of the world's leading authorities on autism, with more than 40 years experience as a scholar, researcher, and international consultant for individuals with autism and their families.
He's an adjunct professor at Brown University and author of Uniquely Human.
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(00:16:06)
Barry's Story:
How is Barry's new book, Uniquely Human, helping people better understand autism?
For years Barry has published professional journals in academic literature, and he realized that a lot of the information was staying within the academic community. Barry dec...2015-09-1500 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio51: Play Therapy & Relationship Approach for Autism with Dr. Robert Jason Grant of AutplayWe're talking to Dr. Robert Jason Grant creator of AutPlay® Therapy - a play therapy based approach to working with children.
It combines the therapeutic powers of play therapy, behavioral therapy, and relationship development in a collaborative model to help kids and teens.
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(00:23:00)
Robert's Story:
Hear more about Robert's journey to start the Autplay program for kids and teens on the Autism spectrum.
We discuss:
How Robert was inspired to create the Autplay program.
Advice for parents and edu...2015-09-0800 minThe Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio51: Play Therapy & Relationship Approach for Autism with Dr. Robert Jason Grant of AutplayWe're talking to Dr. Robert Jason Grant creator of AutPlay® Therapy - a play therapy based approach to working with children.
It combines the therapeutic powers of play therapy, behavioral therapy, and relationship development in a collaborative model to help kids and teens.
Listen to the Episode below
(00:23:00)
Robert's Story:
Hear more about Robert's journey to start the Autplay program for kids and teens on the Autism spectrum.
We discuss:
How Robert was inspired to create the Autplay program.
Advice for parents and edu...2015-09-0823 min