An Autism Self-Advocate’s Thoughts On Anxiety
Autism self-advocate Jennifer Huggins shares her thoughts for those dealing with anxiety.
The Stanford Neurodiversity Project, with Dr. Lawrence Fung | EDB
(VIDEO - 28 minutes) Dr. Lawrence Fung, director of the Stanford Neurodiversity Project discusses how the university is helping maximize neurodiverse opportunities.
The Importance Of Exercise And Physical Activity For Neurodiverse Population
Physical therapist Barbora Vystejnova, PT, MS, DPT looks at the importance of physical activity for the neurodiverse, and offers some tips to get started.
Fitting In With Autism, with Sarah Kurchak | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 91
(41 minutes) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts welcome Sarah Kurchak - a writer and autistic advocate living in Toronto.
Exposing Young Readers to Autism, with Sarah Kapit | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 90
(AUDIO - 25 minutes) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts welcome autism self-advocate and author Sarah Kapit.
Is Autism Employment Improving? with Michael Bernick | EDB 205
(VIDEO - 28 minutes) "Autism Job Club" author and AASCEND board member Michael Bernick discusses the state of autism employment.
Success: An Autism Self-Advocate’s Viewpoint
Autism self-advocate Aaron Bouma discusses success - what it means to him, and how it can be achieved.
COVID-19 & Remote Yoga, with Mikhaela Ackerman | Spectrumly Speaking 89
(AUDIO - 27 minutes) Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts welcome back autism self-advocate Mikhaela Ackerman to discuss practicing yoga in quarantine.
Autism & April | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 88
(AUDIO - 33 minutes) Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts discuss the challenges of recognizing autism month amidst the coronavirus pandemic.
Contending with the Coronavirus on the Autism Spectrum, with Sherry Moss | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 87
(AUDIO - 45 minutes) Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts welcome back Sherry Moss to discuss ways the disruptions to normal life being caused by the coronavirus, and tools to help.
Autism and the Coronavirus
We look at some basic tips for keeping loved ones on the autism spectrum safe during the coronavirus pandemic.
Understanding DIR/Floortime, with Jennie Trocchio, Ph.D. | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 86
(AUDIO - 43 minutes) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts welcome autism educator, consultant, and DIR/Floortime provider Jennie Trocchio, Ph.D..
Love Serving Autism: Tennis on the Spectrum, with Lisa Pugliese | EDB
(VIDEO - 24 minutes) Love Serving Autism founder and speech and language pathologist Lisa Pugliese discusses how tennis can help those on the spectrum.
Self-Esteem & Imposter Syndrome | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 85
(AUDIO - 27 minutes) Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts discuss common causes of low self-esteem and imposter syndrome, while offering tips on how to improve self-image while giving yourself credit for achievements.
Supporting Neurodivergent College Students, with Drs. George & Oksana Hagerty of Beacon College | EDB
(32 mins) Beacon College’s Drs. George and Oksana Hagerty discuss how they support neurodivergent students.
Supporting Transgender Autistic Youth & Adults, with Finn Gratton | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 84
(AUDIO - 33 minutes) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts welcome author, therapist, and self-advocate Finn V. Gratton, M.A., LMFT.
My Spouse Is On The Spectrum: Autism & Relationships
Autism self-advocate Tim Goldstein highlights challenges and offers resources for relationships where one of the partners is on the spectrum.
Fatherhood on the Autism Spectrum, with Irish Self-Advocate Jude Morrow | EDB 182
(VIDEO - 24 minutes) Author Jude Morrow discusses his experiences as a father on the autism spectrum.
Autism & Sensory Issues, with Jen Malia | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 83
(AUDIO - 29 minutes) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts welcome author and self-advocate Jen Malia to discuss sensory issues.
Ex-NFL Player Steve Gleason Receives Congressional Gold Medal for ALS Work
(VIDEO - 3 min 13 sec) In this episode: Ex-NFL player Steve Gleason receives the congressional Gold Medal for his ALS work, we look at the making of Disney’s “Loop”, and more!
Establishing Routines, with Sherry Moss | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 82
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5 Neurodiversity-Friendly Career Paths
By Amanda Greene Careers For The Neurodiverse Diversity programs throughout the United States have…
Excelling With Autism, featuring J David Hall of NeuroGuides | EDB 176
(VIDEO - 25 mins) In this episode: we continue our chat with autism self-advocate and NeuroGuides CEO & founder J. David Hall.
2019 in Review: Advice For Every Brain, w/ Dr. Nancy Doyle, Dr. Debbie Joffe Ellis & more | EDB 192
2019 in Review: Clinicians, Advocates & Change-Makers (13 minutes) In this annual two-part special episode…
New Years Mini Episode: Autism in 2020 | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 81
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2019 in Review: The Wisdom of Self-Advocates, w/ Marcie Ciampi, Haley Moss, Jude Morrow & more | EDB 191
2019 in Review: The Self-Advocates (14 minutes) In this annual two-part special episode we cover…
Struggling to be Understood: A Childhood Autism Meltdown
By Tim Goldstein THE MELTDOWN BEGINS I was at the Boardwalk in Santa Cruz with…
Supporting Autism Families, with Dr. Lina Moyano | EDB 190
An interview with DIR/Floortime provider and autism specialist Dr. Lina Moyano (25 minutes) Dr. Moyano…
Inclusion in College For Those With Unique Needs
Autism self-advocate Jennifer Huggins discusses how she thinks colleges can become more inclusive.
Greta Thunberg, 16-year-old climate activist with Asperger’s, named TIME Person of the Year
By Alex Starr WHO IS GRETA THUNBERG Greta Thunberg, a Swedish climate activist with…
Gender Representation in Nonprofits, with Wanda Deschamps | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 80
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The Neurobiology of Socialization, with Stanford University’s Dr. Karen Parker | EDB 189
Dr. Karen Parker, director of the Social Neurosciences Research Program at Stanford University (25 mins)…
Traveling With Neurodiverse Kids This Holiday Season? Don’t Leave Before Reading These Tips
By Jessica Leving The Stress of Holiday Traveling for Neurodiverse Families Ah, the holidays.…
The First Basketball Player With Autism to Score Basket in a Division 1 Game
By Alex Starr KALIN BENNETT: THE FIRST BASKETBALL PLAYER WITH AUTISM TO SCORE IN A…
Traveling on the Spectrum, with Gretchen McIntire (formerly Leary) | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 79
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Brain Benefits of Exercise for Autism & Learning Differences
Certified Inclusive Fitness Trainer Daniel Stein discusses how exercising the body can be good for people with autism and other learning differences.
Ability Beyond Disability, with Rachel Barcellona | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 77
(AUDIO - 31 mins) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts welcome self-advocate Rachel Barcellona! Rachel recently made headlines as the first Miss Florida contestant to be on the autism spectrum.
Supporting Autism Parents, with Dr. April J. Lisbon | EDB 184
(VIDEO - 21 minutes) Autism coach and mom Dr. April J. Lisbon returns to discuss supporting parents raising children on the spectrum.
The Journey of an Autism Mom, with Dr. April J. Lisbon | EDB 183
(19 minutes) Autism coach & strategist, school psychologist, author, and mom Dr. April J. Lisbon discusses parenting kids on the spectrum.
Meaningful Employment & Autism: A Self-Advocate’s Perspective
Autism self-advocate Aaron Bouma discusses what he considers meaningful employment, and explores the challenges people on the spectrum face in finding it.
Dealing With Unwanted & Inappropriate Attention, with Autism Self-Advocate Amy Gravino | Spectrumly Speaking 75
(AUDIO - 42 mins) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts welcome autism self-advocate Amy Gravino.
Helping Autism Parents Through Preventive Medicine
Shaudae McMillan discusses the challenges autism parents have when seeking support for themselves, and offers tips to find it.
Parenting for Success on the Spectrum, with Sherry Moss | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 74
(AUDIO - 55 minutes) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts welcome Sherry Moss - who just happens to be Haley's mom - to talk about raising children with autism.
Living Racialized Autism, with Morénike Giwa Onaiwu | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 73
(AUDIO - 60 minutes) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts welcome Morénike Giwa Onaiwu, an Autistic woman of color, educator, writer, public speaker, parent, and global advocate.
Relating To Kids In a Way That Can Optimize Their Development
Lina Maria Moyano, Ed.D., L.C.S.W. covers some of the principles that can assist parents in relating to their child in a way that is optimal for the child’s development.
Neurodiverse Yoga, with Mikhaela Ackerman | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 72
(AUDIO - 28 minutes) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts welcome back Mikhaela Ackerman to discuss autism-friendly yoga.
The “Real” Wanda: Becoming an Openly Autistic Mom
Advocate Wanda Deschamps discusses the emotional challenges that led to her diagnosis with autism and PTSD, and how she is now happily succeeding.
Early Autism Diagnoses, with Brian Udell M.D. “The Autism Doctor” | EDB 177
(VIDEO - 23 mins) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with “The Autism Doctor”, behavioral pediatrician Brian Udell, M.D.
Managing Stress | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 71
(AUDIO - 33 minutes) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts go guest-less to discuss an issue everyone deals with: stress!
The Growing Movement for Sensory-Accommodating Airports
Derek Dunston takes a look at the growing trend for airports to accommodate the sensory-needs of neurodiverse passengers.
Embracing Autism in College
Eric Endlich, Ph.D., autism self-advocate, clinical psychologist, and founder of Top College Consultants, discusses strategies for maximizing the opportunities for college students on the spectrum.
NeuroGuides: Helping People With Autism Succeed, with J. David Hall | EDB 175
(VIDEO - 28 mins) In this episode, Hackie Reitman, M.D. speaks with autism self-advocate and NeuroGuides CEO & founder J. David Hall
Animating Autism, with Dani Bowman | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 70
(AUDIO - 32 minutes) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts welcome self-advocate Dani Bowman. They discuss Dani’s history in animation, her creative process, and ways other people on the spectrum can succeed in following their dreams.
Independent Living Strategies, with Mikhaela Ackerman | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 69
(AUDIO - 29 minutes) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts welcome author and autism self-advocate Mikhaela Ackerman.
Workplace Challenges for Women with Autism, with Marcie Ciampi M.Ed. (Samantha Craft) | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 68
(AUDIO - 51 mins) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts welcome Marcie Ciampi, M.Ed. to discuss the challenges women with autism have in finding long-term workplaces.
Buying a Car on The Autism Spectrum
Autism self-advocate Eric Zimmerman discusses his fixation with cars, and the issues that people on the spectrum can have during the process of buying a vehicle.
Woman Becomes Miss Florida’s First Competitor With Autism
Tampa Bay, Florida local, Rachel Barcellona, makes history as the first competitor for the Miss Florida Crown with an autism diagnosis.
Autism Hiring Initiatives and the Importance of Workplace Inclusion
Marcelle Ciampi, M.Ed. discusses the importance of combining workplace diversity, inclusion, and ongoing support in setting up employees with autism for success.
Farewells & New Beginnings | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 66
(AUDIO - 14 mins) In this episode, host Becca Lory Hector and Dr. Katherine Cody welcome new co-host Haley Moss to make a special announcement.
What Parents Should Know About Autism & Sexuality, with Amy Gravino | EDB 169
(VIDEO - 27 mins) Dr. Hackie Reitman talks with autism and sexuality expert Amy Gravino. Amy discusses her diagnosis, the deficit in sex education for people on the spectrum, and some of the challenges women with autism face in the community.
Highlighting Strong Women in Zoom Autism Magazine, with Jodi Murphy | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 65
(38 mins) In this episode, host Katherine Cody, Psy.D. and guest co-host Haley Moss welcome Jodi Murphy, founder and CEO of Geek Club Books and one of the original co-founders of Zoom Autism Magazine.
How Traveling Has Helped my OCD
Autism self-advocate Eric Zimmerman discusses the challenges posed by his co-occurring OCD, and how traveling has forced him to find way around his obsessive thoughts.
Our Autism Journey with a Canine Companion
Pamela Minelli details how a canine companion changed the life of her son with autism.
Autism in Speculative Fiction, with Ada Hoffmann | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 64
(22 mins) In this episode, host Katherine Cody, Psy.D. and guest co-host Haley Moss welcome author and autism self-advocate Ada Hoffmann.