Autism Knows No Borders

Discover what’s possible when you acknowledge those who can’t speak for themselves. Does the social model of disability work for people with profound autism? Stay with us if you’d like to hear Eileen Lamb, an Autistic Self-Advocate and the mother of a boy with profound autism, share her ideas on this topic. This episode is part 2 of my conversation with Eileen, and we also discuss: Her role as the...

What does autism awareness look like in Ecuador? Our Global Autism Project partner from Ecuador, Mafer Chang, talks about how World Autism Awareness Day events in Ecuador have evolved to include more community participation and how she and her team keep parents engaged in services at Centro Enigma.  Welcome to Autism Tips & Tools, where we highlight the best practical guidance from previous ep...

Discover what’s possible when you acknowledge those who can’t speak for themselves. How does having a son with profound autism shape family dynamics? Eileen Lamb, an Autistic Self-Advocate and the mother of three children including a boy with profound autism, is back on the show to share some updates about her family and advocacy work. Eileen is also a writer, photographer, podcast host, and the f...

How does the experience of Black families with autistic loved ones differ from that of other cultures? Maria Davis-Pierre shares how to develop culturally-responsive treatment plans, as well as how stress and burnout might impact Black families differently. Maria is the mother of an autistic young girl, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and the Founder and CEO of Autism in Black Inc., a Florida-...

Discover what’s possible when you transform others with kindness.  Have you ever been mistreated at work for being autistic? Or do you have autistic coworkers whom you’d like to help feel included? If either applies to you or anyone you know, you’ll want to listen to this conversation with Jim Hogan, an autistic computer scientist who has helped Google be more neuroinclusive. Among other things, w...

What are the benefits of music therapy for autistic people? Listen to Registered Music Therapist Pamela Fisher demonstrate different goals she may work on in a session.  Welcome to Autism Tips & Tools, where we highlight the best practical guidance from previous episodes of Autism Knows No Borders. Whether you’re a self-advocate, a family member, or a service provider, there’s something here f...

Discover what’s possible when you mix your own batter.  Do you know any recently-diagnosed autistic women trying to figure out what support they need? This episode is part two of my conversation with Olivia Hops, a late-diagnosed Autistic Self-Advocate and YouTuber from California. She talks about how she’s learned to manage anxiety and meltdowns since receiving her autism diagnosis. Among other t...

How can professionals in the school setting work together to improve student outcomes? Sasha Long has a unique perspective, given her experience on both sides of collaborative efforts. Listen to her ideas on how to improve collaboration between teachers and specialists. Welcome to Autism Tips & Tools, where we highlight the best practical guidance from previous episodes of Autism Knows No Bord...

Discover what’s possible when you mix your own batter.  Why are so many autistic females late-diagnosed? If you’ve ever asked this question yourself, listen to Olivia Hops, a late-diagnosed Autistic Self-Advocate and YouTuber from California, explain some of the possible reasons. Among other things, we discuss: Olivia’s journey of being diagnosed with autism at age 24 The underdiagnosis of females...

Do social interactions sometimes feel like they come with an unwritten rulebook you never received? Listen to these tips from Eren Niederhoffer, an Autistic Self-Advocate, community networker, and public speaker.  Welcome to Autism Tips & Tools, where we highlight the best practical guidance from previous episodes of Autism Knows No Borders. Whether you’re a self-advocate, a family member, or...

Discover what’s possible when you dare to be self-aware. Do you find it difficult to develop authentic relationships? This episode is part two of my conversation with Paul Micallef. He talks about the importance of listening and self-awareness when managing relationships. Among other things, we discuss: Why it’s important to teach emotional intelligence Navigating neurodivergent relationships Disc...

Do you want to help your autistic teen transition into adulthood? Listen to these tips from Robert Schmus, an Autistic Self-Advocate, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and blogger for The Mighty. As a therapist, he provides individual and group sessions at a residential home for adolescents with autism and other co-occurring diagnoses.  Welcome to Autism Tips & Tools, where we highlight the bes...

Discover what’s possible when you dare to be self-aware. Do you struggle with regulating your emotions?  Stick around and listen to Paul Micallef, an Autistic Self-Advocate and YouTuber from Australia, share how he learned emotional intelligence and understood himself, and others, better.  Among other things, we discuss: Paul discovering his autism Ways in which he feels misunderstood What made Pa...

Are you a clinician looking to improve your practice? Dr. Megan DeLeon, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and the founder of the Do Better Movement, a professional development initiative for behavior analysts aimed at developing humane, culturally-informed, and compassionate interventions, talks about how behavior analysts can do better in the areas of early intervention and addressing challengin...

Discover what’s possible when you listen to autistic voices. Do you want to learn how you can better support your autistic friends, family members, or co-workers? Terra Vance is the founder of NeuroClastic, an autistic-led non-profit organization that publishes articles by autistic writers and professionals advocating for autistic representation and human rights. Kate Jones is an artist and visual...

Has your child recently been diagnosed with autism? Are you feeling lost or overwhelmed with exploring what services are available? Kathryn Peterson, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and the Founder of 2 Steps Forward Consulting, a company offering early-intervention coaching to help parents navigate the system, shares what to look for in a service provider and how parents can collaborate in set...

Discover what’s possible when communication breaks down both ways. Do you ever feel misunderstood? Terra Vance is the founder of NeuroClastic , an autistic-led non-profit organization that publishes articles by autistic writers and professionals advocating for autistic representation and human rights. Kate Jones is an artist and visual designer at NeuroClastic. In this episode, we discuss: Damien...

What’s your special interest? Thomas Iland, an Autistic Self-Advocate and public speaker, talks about how his special interest in Batman helped him accept his autism diagnosis and overcome hardships.  Welcome to Autism Tips & Tools, where we highlight the best practical guidance from previous episodes of Autism Knows No Borders. Whether you’re a self-advocate, a family member, or a service pro...

Discover what’s possible when you love someone as they are. Have you ever experienced burnout and anxiety? Do you feel exhausted from having to constantly mask in social situations. Terra Vance is the Founder of NeuroClastic , an autistic-led non-profit organization that publishes articles by autistic writers and professionals advocating for autistic representation and human rights. Kate Jones is...

What’s your relationship with your siblings? Ali Carbone, a Brooklyn-based writer and the oldest sibling to three autistic brothers, talks about how being the non-autistic sibling shaped her identity and what it means to be the glass child. Welcome to Autism Tips & Tools, where we highlight the best practical guidance from previous episodes of Autism Knows No Borders. Whether you’re a self-adv...

Discover what’s possible when A is for action.  What does autism support look like across the globe? In part two of our conversation with Dr. Stephen Shore, he delves into how to move from autism awareness to autism acceptance.  We discuss: Autism awareness around the world Challenges in autism acceptance Practicing cultural humility The need for strength-based approaches and recognizing diverse a...

Want to prepare your child for an upcoming vacation? Dawn Barclay, a travel writer, shares travel tips for families with autistic loved ones, some creative vacation ideas, and the importance of building itineraries that include your children’s special interests. Welcome to Autism Tips & Tools, where we highlight the best practical guidance from previous episodes of Autism Knows No Borders. Whe...

Discover what’s possible when A is for action.  Dr. Stephen Shore is an autistic professor of special education at Adelphi University. He has written several books, including College for Students with Disabilities, Understanding Autism for Dummies, Ask and Tell, and Beyond the Wall.  Currently, Dr. Shore serves on the boards of Autism Speaks, the Asperger Syndrome and High Functioning Autism Assoc...

Why do some autistic people struggle to find love?  Kaelynn Parlow, an Autistic Self-Advocate and participant on the second season of the Netflix reality series, Love on the Spectrum, shares her ideas on this topic. Kaelynn is also a Registered Behavior Technician, or RBT for short. Welcome to Autism Tips & Tools, where we highlight the best practical guidance from previous episodes of Autism...

Discover what’s possible when we relate through emotions.  A globally recognized thought leader, author, speaker, and social-cognitive therapist, Michelle Garcia Winner is the Founder and CEO of Social Thinking, a company devoted to helping individuals gain stronger social awareness and social functioning skills through the Social Thinking Methodology.  Across her 30-year career, Michelle has crea...