A Different Brilliant

Join us for the latest episode of the Aspect podcast ‘a different brilliant’. Our host, Madeleine Jaine Lobsey, is joined by Kerry Chin, an aromantic/asexual Autistic person. In this episode, we discuss World Autism Understanding Day – not World Autism Awareness Day as some of you may have heard about, but Understanding Day. All rights reserved.

On this episode of the Aspect podcast ‘a different brilliant’, Orion Kelly is joined by Adam Howie and Emma Dresens from Positive Partnerships. Orion, Adam, and Emma explore the topic of autism and First Nations people. All rights reserved.

On this episode of the Aspect podcast ‘a different brilliant’, Orion Kelly is joined by Professor Adam Guastella & Lorna Hankin from University of Sydney, and Stephanie Soans from Aspect Employment. Orion, Adam, Lorna, and Stephanie explore the topic of transitioning young Autistic adults from school to employment. Plus the important of inclusion and diversity in the workplace. All rights rese...

On this episode of the Aspect podcast ‘a different brilliant’, Orion Kelly is joined by Aspect Education National Director Maryanne Gosling. Orion and Maryanne explore the topic of autism specific education. All rights reserved.

On this episode of the Aspect podcast ‘a different brilliant’, Orion Kelly is joined by A-League Women's Soccer star Emma Stanbury, and Aspect Occupational Therapist Amy Gruskin. Orion, Emma, and Amy explore the topic of movement, sport and autism. All rights reserved.

On this episode of the Aspect podcast ‘a different brilliant’, Orion Kelly is joined by Aspect's Sunflowers in Sydney Ambassador's Rebecca Street and Michael Ward. Orion, Rebecca and Michael explore the topic of hidden disabilities and autism, challenges in accessing community services, inclusivity and the innovative Sunflowers in Sydney scheme. All rights reserved.

On this episode of the Aspect podcast ‘a different brilliant’, Orion Kelly is joined by Aspect Psychologist Caitlin Jeremy. Orion and Caitlin explore the topic of mental health and autism, including why more people on the autism spectrum are more likely to experience anxiety and depression, comorbidities and where to seek help. All rights reserved.

On this episode of the Aspect podcast ‘a different brilliant’, Orion Kelly is joined by Clinical Neuropsychologist Nicole Mathieson. Orion and Nicole explore the topic of ADHD and autism. They discuss the similarities and differences of these diagnoses and the impact on children and adults misdiagnosed. All rights reserved.

On this episode of the Aspect podcast ‘a different brilliant’, Orion Kelly is joined by singer, songwriter Alex The Astronaut. Orion and Alex explore the topic of World Autism Awareness Day and the importance of moving away from awareness to understanding and appreciation. All rights reserved.

On this episode of the Aspect podcast ‘a different brilliant’, Orion Kelly is joined by Cheryl Lumsden, mother of an Autistic son with high support needs. Orion and Cheryl explore what complex and high support needs might look like for an Autistic person. All rights reserved.

On this episode of the Aspect podcast ‘a different brilliant’, Orion Kelly is joined by Speech Pathologist and Project Leader for Speech Pathology at Aspect Therapy, Hibba Nagrial. Orion and Hibba explore the topic of communicating with non-speaking children on the autism spectrum. Hibba reminds us of the importance of giving non-speaking Autistic people enough time and appropriate supports to hel...

On this episode of the Aspect podcast ‘a different brilliant’, Orion Kelly is joined by Research Assistant and Future Leaders Project Officer at Aspect Research Centre for Autism Practice, Ainslie Robinson. Orion and Ainslie explore what it's like parenting a child on the autism spectrum, when you are Autistic yourself. All rights reserved

On this episode of the Aspect podcast ‘a different brilliant’, Orion Kelly is joined by the manager of Aspect’s Comprehensive Approach, Meghan Williams to explore the topic of structure supports. Orion and Meghan discuss why providing a range of supports for people on the autism spectrum is so important. All rights reserved.

On this episode of the Aspect podcast ‘a different brilliant’, Orion Kelly is joined by Professor and founding member of the Olga Tennison Autism Research Centre at La Trobe University, Amanda Richdale. Orion and Amanda explore the topic of sleep and autism and the connection between Autistic people and poor sleep. All rights reserved.

On this episode of the Aspect podcast ‘a different brilliant’, Orion Kelly is joined by radio host and member of Aspect's LGBTQIA+ Advisory Committee, Ruby Mountford. Orion and Ruby explore the topic of autism and its connection with the LGBTQIA+ Community. All rights reserved. Mentioned in this episode: Aspect's Gender Diversity and Autism Webinar There is a very strong relationship between autis...

On this episode of the Aspect podcast ‘a different brilliant’, Orion Kelly is joined by the National Director of Aspect Research Centre for Autism Practice, Dr Trevor Clark. Orion and Trevor explore the topic of autism and savant skills. All rights reserved.

On this episode of the Aspect podcast ‘a different brilliant’, Orion Kelly is joined by the first Autistic person to join Aspect's board of directors, Tori Haar. Orion and Tori explore the topic of Autistic inclusion and why involving Autistic people in decisions that will impact them is so important. All rights reserved.

On this episode of the Aspect podcast ‘a different brilliant’, Orion Kelly is joined by autism advocate, consultant, writer and parent of two children on the autism spectrum, Kirsty Russell. Orion and Kirsty explore the topic of positive parenting and explain how it is achievable with a child on the autism spectrum.

On this episode of the Aspect podcast ‘a different brilliant’, Orion Kelly is joined by research assistant at Aspect Research Centre for Autism Practice and Autistic woman, Emma Gallagher. There are a lot of misconceptions about autism out there and Orion and Emma explore some of the biggest autism myths.

On this episode of the Aspect podcast ‘a different brilliant’, Orion Kelly is joined by Project Officer at Autism Friendly Australia, Matthew Oastler. Orion and Matthew explore Autism Friendly practices and explain what autism friendly actually means.

On this episode of the Aspect podcast ‘a different brilliant’, Orion Kelly explores the topic of women and girls on the spectrum. Over a 2 part episode we discussed why women have been traditionally under-represented on the autism spectrum. And on part 2 of the episode Orion is joined by actor, writer, author and Autistic woman Madeleine Ryan to discuss what it is like to be an Autistic woman.

On this episode of the Aspect podcast ‘a different brilliant’, Orion Kelly explores the topic of women and girls on the spectrum. Over a 2 part episode we discuss why women have been traditionally under-represented on the autism spectrum and what it is like to be an Autistic woman. Orion’s guest on this episode is the Clinical Team Leader of Aspect Assessments Dr Fiona Aldridge.

On the debut episode of the Aspect podcast ‘a different brilliant’, Orion Kelly is joined by Aspect Practice National Manager, Dr Tom Tutton. Orion and Tom explore the strengths and interests based approach to autism and discuss why the deficit model is problematic for Autistic people.