Autism and Theology Podcast

Zoe, Krysia, and Ian reflect on 3 years of the Autism and Theology Podcast! They share their highlights from the last year, how the podcast has impacted them, and what they’re excited for in the year ahead. Thank you to all of our listeners for your support over these 3 years!  The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/8f7510aa/transcript.txt If you have any qu...

In this episode, Zoe speaks to Monica and Harry about the research they conducted with Léon van Ommen on autism and spirituality. They discuss the findings of their research as well as practical implications and next steps. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/984f954e/transcript.txt If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.a...

In this episode, Zoe and Krysia reflect on the Autism, Neurodiversity, and Sacred Texts Series, discussing their highlights and key themes. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/b10e0bfc/transcript.txt If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology. This podcast is brought to you by T...

This week, our co-director Dr Léon van Ommen joins Krysia on the podcast to talk about our sensory bible study series, 'Faith and our Senses'. Find out more about our 'Faith and our Senses' bible studies here: https://www.autismchurch.com The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/b02a5355/transcript.txt If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email u...

In this episode, Krysia and Zoe discuss rejection sensitivity. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/bceeacc5/transcript.txt If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology. This podcast is brought to you by The University of Aberdeen's Centre for Autism and Theology. Website: http://w...

In this episode, Krysia speaks with Sofia Farzana about autism, Hajj, and Islamic teachings.  The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/000e9d8b/transcript.txt If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology. This podcast is brought to you by The University of Aberdeen's Centre for Autism...

In this episode, Ian and Zoe discuss engaging with Scripture and the importance of foundational texts. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/96dfb20d/transcript.txt If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology. This podcast is brought to you by The University of Aberdeen's Centre fo...

In this episode, Ian speaks with Mati Boulakia-Bortnick about an autistic reading of sacred texts.  The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/2345889d/transcript.txt If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology. This podcast is brought to you by The University of Aberdeen's Centre for A...

In this episode, Krysia, Ian and Zoe discuss neurodiversity and how to make small group Bible studies more inclusive spaces. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/b97fd9bd/transcript.txt If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology. This podcast is brought to you by The University o...

In this episode, Zoe speaks with Lizzy about autism and interpretations of the Bible, specifically how we can approach texts to better understand the autistic experience. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/73dcf523/transcript.txt If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology. This...

In this episode, Krysia and Zoe discuss the new series on autism and sacred texts. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/6fcb0428/transcript.txt If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology. This podcast is brought to you by The University of Aberdeen's Centre for Autism and Theolog...

In this episode, Krysia speaks with Zoe Strong about her recently completed PhD research on dyslexia and engaging with the Bible. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/7604c994/transcript.txt Short research summary: https://www.abdn.ac.uk/media/site/dhpa/3.0-Dyslexia..pdf Zoe's work: Dyslexia and reading the Bible: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.10...

In this episode, Ian, and Zoe discuss advocating for inclusion and support in education and schools. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/5bb8e3be/transcript.txt Henna Cundill's book launch 'Praying buy the Rules': https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=rRkrjJxf1EmQdz7Dz8UrP9xXcPve3ztLodtQXHrMd-5UNDZYR0lTVzlXR0lVSU44MjhBSVFJOTYxVy4u Eric Garci...

In this episode, Krysia speaks with Léon van Ommen, Katy Unwin, and Lucille Kennedy about their project on non and minimally speaking autistic people. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/2d4187f9/transcript.txt If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology. This podcast is brought...

In this episode, Krysia, Ian, and Zoe discuss the Church of England's recent report 'Fearfully and Wonderfully Made': Understanding the wellbeing of disabled and neurodivergent clergy. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/cab4ba07/transcript.txt Read the report here: 'Fearfully and Wonderfully Made': Understanding the wellbeing of disabled and neurodiverge...

In this episode, Zoe speaks with Harry Gibbins and Paula Duncan about Dungeons and Dragons, Neurodiversity, and Theology. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/81193e40/transcript.txt If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology. Harry's Article on D&D: (PDF) Rolling with advant...

In this episode, Krysia, Ian, and Zoe reflect on fellowship through social groups and activities such as Pokemon Go and D&D. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/a539d1aa/transcript.txt Episode with Steve Owens: Autism and Theology Podcast | Steven Owens: An online community for autistic Christians If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, ema...

In this episode, Ian speaks with Sheila Akomiah about her work on the Access Denied project at the University of Aberdeen, which explored the spiritual lives of two unique groups of autistic individuals: non-speaking autistic individuals, and back autistic adult individuals. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/35bc4ac1/transcript.txt If you have any quest...

In this episode, Krysia, Ian, and Zoe reflect on how overwhelming the news can be, especially on social media, and how we can manage feelings of overwhelm while still remaining informed. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/b7fc323c/transcript.txt Read Katie Cross's article here: https://doi.org/10.1080/23312521.2024.2441431 Register for the Centre for Aut...

In this episode, Ian speaks with Henna Cundill about ADHD and prayer. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/6cfbed73/transcript.txt If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology. This podcast is brought to you by The University of Aberdeen's Centre for Autism and Theology. Website: h...

In this episode, Krysia, Ian, and Zoe reflect on the New Years Eve (or Hogmanay if you're Scottish) and neurodiversity.  The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/d38f5903/transcript.txt If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology. This podcast is brought to you by The University of Ab...

In this episode, Krysia speaks with Harriet Axbey about autism, Christmas, and faith! The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/9f3b5aae/transcript.txt Harriet’s mum’s date recipe: Take stones out of dates. Fill with goats cheese. Wrap in sweet cured bacon - put cocktail stick in to keep together. Then cook (gas mark 6) - 15 mins or so Harriet’s books: https://...

In this episode, Krysia, Ian, and Amund reflect on the Autism and Theology Conference that took place at the begining of November. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/273054cb/transcript.txt If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology. This podcast is brought to you by The Univer...

In this episode, Ian talks with Jon Machnee from the Christianity on the Spectrum podcast about his insights into autistic experiences of Christianity from over 600 interviews and looking at thousands of social media posts from autistic people who are or were Christian or are Christian-curious. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/aab2606b/transcript.txt L...

In this CATChat episode, Ian and Krysia talk about autism, research, and public engagement. They discuss different ways that they share about their research publicly and in their communities. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/7e8b9193/transcript.txt Article by Ian: https://sojo.net/articles/opinion/why-rfk-jr-doesnt-see-image-god-autistic-people Church...