Helping Underserved Communities, with Camille Proctor | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 106
(AUDIO - 47 minutes) Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts welcome to the show Camille Proctor, Founder and Executive Director of The Color of Autism.
Autism in 2021 | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 105
(AUDIO - 19 mins) In this New Years mini-episode,Haley and Dr. Butts discuss what they hope 2021 has in store.
Autism & Communication: I Don’t Understand You… Here’s How You Can Help
Autism self-advocate Kim Lew offers tips for avoiding miscommunication with people on the spectrum.
Autism Awareness is Great. Now it’s Time for Autism Acceptance.
Writer and self-advocate J.R. Reed discusses why both awareness and acceptance of autism is crucial.
Gift-Giving on the Spectrum, with Christa Holmans | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 104
(AUDIO - 33 minutes) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts welcome back Christa Holmans, aka the Neurodivergent Rebel.
Gender Identity & Autism, with Dr. Eileen Crehan of Tufts Univ. | EDB 227
(VIDEO - 26 minutes) Dr. Eileen Crehan discusses the developing of gender identity and sexuality on the autism spectrum
Cultivating Thankfulness | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 103
(AUDIO - 24 minutes) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts discuss the positive benefits of thankfulness.
Where Neurodiversity Meets Gender Diversity, with Dr. Alexis Bitting | EDB 224
(VIDEO - 34 minutes) Dr. Alexis Bitting discusses gender diversity in the neurodiverse.
Autism Awareness in Health Care, with Sandra Dennis & Silvia Gil | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 102
(AUDIO - 25 mins) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts look at UHealth Jackson Urgent Care Centers in Florida.
Autism & COVID-19, with Dr. Stephen Shore | EDB 218
(VIDEO - 17 minutes) Autism self-advocate, author, and professor Dr. Stephen Shore offers tips for students on the spectrum during the pandemic.
Transitions & How to Deal With Them On The Autism Spectrum
Autism self-advocate Zach Rodencal discusses common challenges with transitions, and shares the tools he uses to cope.
Self-Advocacy: Catina’s Way, with Catina Burkett | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 101
(AUDIO - 52 mins) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts welcome autism self-advocate Catina Burkett.
Rethinking Neurodiversity, with Tim Goldstein | EDB 223
(24 minutes) Autism self-advocate Tim Goldstein discusses the concept of being “neurodistinct”.
UHealth Jackson Urgent Care Becomes 1st In Florida To Receive Autism-Friendly Designation
(VIDEO - 1min 37sec) This week we will be discussing how UHealth Jackson Urgent Care centers has become the first in Florida to receive an Autism-Friendly Designation.
Why Don’t Women With Autism Get Diagnosed?
Autism mom Nicola Heady discusses common reasons girls with autism go undiagnosed, and why it matters.
A Chat With Dr. Temple Grandin | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 100
(AUDIO - 42 mins) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts celebrate 100 episodes of Spectrumly Speaking by welcoming Dr. Temple Grandin!
Stress in People with Autism: How it Manifests and How I Cope with It
Autism self-advocate Zach Rodencal discusses his experiences with stress, and shares tips on how he manages it.
Autism & Disclosure: Tips For Sharing Your Diagnosis, with Dr. Stephen Shore | EDB 219
(VIDEO - 13 minutes) Autism self-advocate, author, and professor Dr. Stephen Shore offers tips for disclosing a diagnosis.
Voting! | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 98
(AUDIO - 17 minutes) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts discuss voting, and offer tips for reducing stress and being informed.
Sensory Issues For Neurodiverse Students
Lisa R. Berman, LMSW discusses common sensory challenges experienced by neurodiverse students.
Pursuing Dreams on the Autism Spectrum, with Dr. Sreenath Jagannathan | EDB 217
(VIDEO - 22 minutes) Autism self-advocate Dr. Sreenath Jagannathan discusses how he is pursuing his dream of being a neuroradiologist.
A Self-Advocate’s Perspective on Autistic Pride
Autism self-advocate Jennifer Huggins discusses why she is proud to be on the spectrum.
HAAPE: Helping Adults with Autism Perform & Excel, with Lawrence Rothman, PhD | EDB 216
(VIDEO - 30 minutes) HAAPE CEO Larry Rothman, Ph.D. discusses helping people with autism find employment.
H.A.L.T. for Self Care | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 97
(AUDIO - 23 minutes) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts discuss tools for self care, including the H.A.L.T. tool.
Advocating in Plain Language, with Sara Luterman | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 96
(AUDIO - 37 minutes) Author and autism self-advocate Sara Luterman discusses her work creating plain language guides on complex topics, to help make those topics more accessible.
Landmark College: Maximizing Neurodiverse Potential, with Solvegi Shmulsky, M.Ed. | EDB 214
(VIDEO - 29 minutes) Solvegi Shmulsky, M.Ed. discusses directing Landmark College’s Center for Neurodiversity and supporting students with autism, ADHD, and other diagnoses.
Autism in Kenya, with Abby Brooke | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 95
(AUDIO - 31 minutes) Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts welcome Kenyan-born autism self-advocate and activist Abby Brooke, founder of Walking Autism.
Autism Career Pathways, with Maisie Soetantyo, M.Ed. | EDB 212
(29 minutes) Autism Career Pathways founder Maisie Soetantyo, M.Ed. discusses her work helping people on the spectrum find careers.
How to Survive a Pandemic with Your Bright but Quirky Child: Tips from a Psychologist/Mom
Psychologist and mother Wendy Blumenthal, Ph.D. offers ten tips for parenting exceptional children during the pandemic.
Finding the Super Powers Within with Dr. April Lisbon | Episode 4: Alex Tallman
(VIDEO - 14 minutes) Dr. April J. Lisbon speaks with self-advocate Alex Tallman, who shares his journey with autism.
Autism Parenting in 2020, with Dr. April J. Lisbon | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 94
(AUDIO - 26 minutes) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts welcome autism parent, coach, school psychologist, and author Dr. April J. Lisbon.
Neurodiversity Hub: Creating Opportunities Around the Globe, with Andrew Eddy | EDB 211
(VIDEO - 32 minutes) Untapped co-founder and Australian advocate Andrew Eddy discusses creating the Neurodiversity Hub -- a resource for employment, education, and more.
Neurodiverse Housing, with Ashley Kim | EDB 210
(VIDEO - 25 minutes) Elevare Community founder Ashley Kim on housing for those with intellectual and developmental differences.
#AutisticBlackPride, with Kayla Smith | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 93
(AUDIO - 27 minutes) Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts welcome autism self-advocate Kayla Smith, creator of #AutisticBlackPride.
Masks and Autism Sensory Issues | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 92
(AUDIO - 25 minutes) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts discuss the issues that can arise for people with autism when wearing masks.
Helping Neurodiverse Students Grow, with Dr. Eric Nach | EDB 208
(VIDEO - 33 mins) Dr. Eric Nach shares how he supports the growth of students with autism, ADHD, and other diagnoses.
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.
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