Autism Knows No Borders

Discover what’s possible when you’re prepared for the environment.  Are you or anyone you know either over-sensitive or under-sensitive to specific sights, sounds, smells, or textures? While this can sometimes be an asset, it can also cause distress or discomfort.  If you’re familiar with difficulties in processing everyday sensory information, stick around, because today’s episode is a roundtable...

Discover what’s possible when you acknowledge your needs.  Have you ever needed to ask for help but didn’t know how? Were you afraid of seeming weak or being rejected?  Whether you’re an autistic student or employee, you’ll want to listen to this episode with Thomas Iland and David Sharif, where they encourage autistic people to speak up about their needs, emphasizing there is no shame in asking f...

Discover what’s possible when the student has a seat at the table.  You might have heard the saying, “Nothing about us without us.” This expression has its origins in Central European political traditions and became popular in disability activism during the 1990s. According to the United Nations, it relies on the principle of full participation, and it has been used by disabled people’s organizati...

Discover what’s possible when you approach conversations with an open heart.  Have you ever had to advocate for yourself or an autistic loved one in public? Did you find those conversations difficult to handle?  Whether you’re autistic, a family member, or someone who wants to learn about how to advocate for others, you’ll want to listen to this episode with Shreya Jain, where she describes how sh...

Discover what’s possible when you find your values.  Have you ever struggled to meet a goal? Was it maybe because you weren’t exactly clear on what it was that you wanted in the first place?  If so, you’ll want to listen to this episode, which is part 2 of my conversation with Hattie-Angelys Fox. She talks about how she teaches her clients and families to adopt behaviors that align with their goal...

Discover what’s possible when you can make mistakes safely.  Have you ever wondered what the benefits of homeschooling are? Have you ever thought that children who are homeschooled are missing out on socialization with their peers?  If you’ve ever been curious about homeschooling, you’ll want to listen to this episode with Hattie-Angelys Fox where she talks about why homeschooling was the right ch...

Discover what’s possible when children have a safe place to learn.  In many places around the world where autism services and awareness are limited, center owners have to compete with other businesses who claim to provide certain therapies while, in reality, they’re not qualified. Oftentimes, legitimate autism centers must also deal with increasing turnover rates because they can’t properly compen...

Discover what’s possible when empathy is a two-way street.  Have you ever struggled to empathize with someone who experiences the world very differently from you? Maybe because you don’t share an interest, or even a first language with them?  If so, you’ll want to listen to this episode, which is part 2 of my conversation with Brian Middleton. He talks about how a lack of mutual understanding betw...

Discover what’s possible when disability is viewed as a whole.  Have people ever based their perception of you solely on your deficits? Are your strengths and abilities sometimes overlooked because of your differences?  If so, stay with us for this episode, where Brian Middleton talks about how the biopsychosocial model of disability shifts perspectives from a purely medical approach to a more com...

Discover what’s possible when you get the right support.  Have you ever wondered about the overlap between ADHD and autism? Or how being neurodivergent might affect parenting?  If so, you’ll want to listen to this episode with Sarah Glass and Eliza Cagle. Although they’ve never met in person, Sarah and Eliza have several things in common. They’re both late-diagnosed neurodivergent women, mothers t...

Discover what’s possible when awareness spreads one step at a time.  Do you ever wonder about the level of autism awareness around the world? Are you curious about what services are available for families in countries like Indonesia?  If so, you’ll want to listen to this episode with Maharani Putri Kusuma, or Rani for short, where she shares all about the work she does to spread autism awareness i...

Discover what’s possible when community deepens understanding.  Do you find social situations difficult to navigate? Have you ever been confused when trying to engage in a conversation? Whether you’re autistic or not, you’ll want to listen to this episode, which is part 2 of my conversation with Eren Niederhoffer. He talks about how he’s created networking events to help autistic and non-autistic...

Discover what’s possible when you lift yourself up to help others.  Have you or anyone you know ever been bullied or abused because of being autistic? If so, you’ll want to listen to this episode with Eren Niederhoffer, where he talks about how he’s learned to overcome many years of abuse at the hands of his own family. Eren Niederhoffer is an Autistic Self-Advocate, community networker, and publi...

Discover what’s possible when financial freedom is in your pocket.  Have you ever struggled with managing money? Do you sometimes feel ashamed because you find it hard to reach your financial goals? While this can be a very common challenge among autistic people, today’s guest, Andrew Komarow, encourages his clients to acknowledge themselves for their present financial capabilities and maintain a...

Discover what’s possible when you know your worth.  Have you ever had a difficult time securing a stable job? Do you find that accommodations just don’t matter if you’re not being treated respectfully? If you or anyone you know has ever had these experiences, stick around, because today’s episode is a roundtable discussion where we talk about Employment and Career Development, featuring Autistic S...

Discover what’s possible when awareness improves access.  Have you ever wondered about the level of autism awareness in countries like Egypt? Are you curious about what governments are doing for their autistic citizens? If so, you’ll want to listen to these conversations I had at the 8th International Mental Health Conference in Alexandria, Egypt. You’ll hear from several people whom I connected w...

Discover what’s possible when a mother’s love transcends her own home.  Do you envision a community where Autistic children have a safe place to learn and Autistic adults are integrated in society? Do you know any parents of autistic individuals who might need some encouragement as they advocate for their children?  If so, you’ll want to listen to this episode where one of our global partners, Jie...

Discover what’s possible when you are in charge of your life.  Do you sometimes wish you had a team of supporters to guide you in the right direction? Maybe you already have trusted friends and family in your close circles.  Either way, you’ll want to listen to this episode, which is part 2 of my conversation with Jonathan Gardner. He talks about how supported decision making helped him get throug...

Discover what’s possible when you find joy in every day.  Have you ever had to pull through something you thought would be impossible to overcome? Or let go of control in an overwhelming situation?  If you can relate, you’ll want to listen to this episode with Jonathan Gardner, where he shares the lessons that helped him through his cancer journey. Jonathan Gardner is an Autistic Self-Advocate, ca...

Discover what’s possible when motivation leads to positive relationships.  Are you struggling with finding ways to motivate your child or client? Do you want to build and maintain positive relationships while making learning fun?  If so, you’ll want to listen to this episode with Robert and Nadine Schramm where they discuss how to work with autistic individuals while keeping their dignity at the f...

Discover what’s possible when humans connect.  Do you want to feel a sense of belonging and express yourself freely and without judgment? Are you looking for a safe space where people accept you for who you are and support you on your journey of advocacy?  If so, you’ll want to listen to this episode, where members of our Global Autism Community talk about how being part of our online space has he...

Discover what’s possible when you lean into curiosity.  Do you feel trapped in your daily routine and want to feel inspired again? Do you think there's something more you're meant to be doing in the world for the autistic community? Are you a self-advocate or professional looking to develop as a leader, build confidence in your own abilities, and help others do the same?  If so, you’ll want to lis...

Discover what’s possible when collaboration inspires change.  Do you have a personal or professional connection to autism? Are you looking to collaborate with others and help the autistic community in a meaningful, sustainable way? Do you want to share your insights and make a positive impact on a global scale but don’t know where to start?  If so, you’ll want to listen to this episode because our...

Discover what’s possible when you belong.  Have you ever heard the phrases, “You don’t look autistic,” or “Everyone’s a little bit autistic,” or “You can’t (fill in the blank) because you’re autistic”?  If you or anyone you know has ever felt that their autistic experiences don’t matter, this is one episode you’ll want to listen to.  We’re kicking off Autism Awareness & Acceptance Month with t...

Discover what’s possible when you let the creative juices flow.  Have you ever experienced a flow state when using music or visual arts as a creative outlet? Or maybe you’ve been inspired by someone else’s work? If you like music and art, stick around, because today’s episode is a roundtable discussion where we talk about all things creativity, facilitated by community moderator Danielle Terrell,...