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.
Man With Autism Sews Over 100 Masks For Hospitals
(VIDEO - 3 min 37 sec) In this episode: firefighters surprise a man with cerebral palsy, a man with autism makes hundreds of masks for hospitals & more!
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.
Neurodiversity Resources For The Coronavirus
A message from our founder, and our growing list of COVID-19 resources for different brains.
How 2 Communities Celebrated Neurodiverse Birthdays During Coronavirus Shutdown
(VIDEO - 3 min 30 sec) In this episode: communities come together to celebrate the birthdays of neurodiverse loved ones, a boy with Down syndrome meets his younger sister in a viral video, and more!
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.
How Two Tennis players with Autism Found Love
(3 min 22 sec) In this episode: we look at a new treatment for OCD, a recently diagnosed teen with multiple sclerosis hosts a walk for awareness, special olympians on the autism spectrum get married, and more!
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.
Meet France’s First Politician With Down Syndrome
(VIDEO - 3min 31sec) In this episode: a non-verbal teen on the autism spectrum wins a baking competition, France gets their first politician with Down syndrome, and more!
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..
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.
Make-Up Artist With Cerebral Palsy Defies The Odds
(VIDEO - 3 min 20 sec) In this episode: a makeup artist with cerebral palsy defies the odds, sharks could hold a key to curing Alzheimer’s, and more!
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.
Tim Tebow Creates “A Night To Shine” For Teens With Special Needs
(VIDEO - 3min 50sec) In this episode: Peanut Butter Falcon star Zack Gottsagen presents at the Oscars, Tim Tebow creates an event to honor teens with special needs, and more!
Asperger’s Syndrome: The Myths and Facts
Self-advocate Eric Endlich, Ph.D. shares facts and dispels myths about Asperger's Syndrome.
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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High School Basketball Player With Down Syndrome Can’t Be Stopped At 3-Point Line
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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.
Boy With Dyslexia Has Mind-Blowing Talent for Rubik’s Cubes
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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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The Best of the Week In Neurodiversity – 2019 Year in Review
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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…
How Are Pilots Volunteering to Help Veterans with PTSD?
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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
By Jennifer Huggins Why Inclusion Is Essential In College There is a myriad of…
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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Vets Fight PTSD At The Race Track
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Battling Burnout | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 78
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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.
Nascar’s First Driver With Autism
(VIDEO - 3 min 30 sec) In this episode: law enforcement in Florida learns about autism, a library creates a care-kit for Alzheimer’s caregivers, we meet the first Nascar driver on the spectrum, and more!
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.
5 Tips for Safe Neurodiverse Trick or Treating
We at Different Brains think Halloween can be a lot of fun for kids regardless of label. So here are our 5 Ps to achieving safe and fun trick or treating!
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 Inner Lives of Women with Learning Disabilities
Denise Brodey discusses the challenges women with learning challenges can have both hiding and sharing their diagnoses.
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.
Can Virtual Reality Treat PTSD?
(VIDEO – 3min 28sec) In this episode: a video of a teen with Down syndrome asking his girlfriend to homecoming goes viral, researchers are trying to treat PTSD with virtual reality, and more!
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.
High School Student Creates Early Detection Tool for Parkinson’s
(VIDEO - 3min 38sec) In this episode: an 11 yr-old boy with autism finds an interest in photographing miniature cars, a high school student out of Virginia creates a diagnostic tool for Parkinson’s, and more!
Neurodiversity & The Law, w/ Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren, Haley Moss, and more | EDB 165
(25 minutes) In this special episode, Hackie Reitman, M.D. welcomes various legal experts and advocates to get their advice on how to best interact with the law, with Judge Ginger Lerner Wren, lawyer & autism self-advocate Haley Moss, and more!
The Backstreet Boys Honor Fans With Down Syndrome
(VIDEO - 4 minutes) In this episode: a janitor’s comforting gesture for a student with autism goes viral, the Backstreet Boys gave the response of a lifetime to Down Syndrome of Louisville, and more!
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.
Rabbi with ALS Travels Across Country for Son’s Bar Mitzvah
(VIDEO - 3min 52sec) In this episode: a teen with autism is chosen as a brand ambassador for his favorite clothing line, a Rabbi with ALS travels across the country for son’s Bar Mitzvah, and more!
‘It Chapter 2’ Star Bill Hader On His Battle With Anxiety
(VIDEO - 3 min 42 sec) In this episode: Down Syndrome of Louisville performs a tribute to the Backstreet Boys, Snow White makes the day of a child with autism, Bill Hader opens up about anxiety, and more!
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.
How Dolphin Therapy Is Helping Kids With Special Needs
(VIDEO - 3min 44sec) In this episode: a dolphin therapy program is helping those with disabilities, a young student lends a helping hand to a classmate with autism, and more!
Woman With Down Syndrome Becomes Mail Carrier For A Day
(VIDEO - 3 min 41 sec) In this episode: a woman with Down syndrome becomes a mail carrier for a day, a man with ALS raises over $50,000 for the ALS Association, a pair of kids help a boy with cerebral palsy walk & more!
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.
Woman with Parkinson’s Surprised With a Service Dog on Good Morning America – W.I.N.
(VIDEO - 3 min 38 sec) In this episode: we meet an improv group made entirely of performers with Down syndrome, a woman with Parkinson’s was surprised with a service dog on Good Morning America, and more!
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.
Fighting Alzheimer’s Through Flag Football
(VIDEO - 3 min 40 sec) In this episode: the Philadelphia Eagles raise $475,000 for autism awareness, a group of women play flag football to fight Alzheimer’s, and more!
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.
Eagles Quarterback Carson Wentz Makes The Day of Fan With Rare Genetic Disorder
(VIDEO - 3min 33sec) In this episode: a personal trainer starts a program for kids on the autism spectrum, Eagles Quarterback Carson Wentz makes the day of a fan with a rare genetic disorder, and more!
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.
Surfers Help Man With Alzheimer’s Ride The Waves
(VIDEO - 3 min 32 sec) In this episode: a woman walks 500 miles to raise awareness for multiple sclerosis, a group of vacationers help a man with Alzheimer’s surf, and more!