Autism Live

Shannon is joined by Dr. Megan Anna Neff to discuss her new book, Self-Care for Autistic People: 100+ Ways to Recharge, De-stress, and Unmask. Self-care is an essential component of a well-rounded life. Self-Care for Autistic People offers practical strategies for regulating emotions, identifying signs of burnout, forming healthy boundaries, and so much more. With more than 100 activities speaking...

Shannon Penrod, author of Autism: Parent to Parent, gives a basic, but thorough talk about what ABA is, especially when used to treat autism. This is a talk that is geared toward parents but is also ideal for individuals who are on the spectrum and have heard negative things about ABA, to decern what is the intent and practice of ABA. When armed with this knowledge people can easily spot situation...

Shannon welcomes guests Katrina Aguilar and Brad Ellis who will both be performing at the Concert for Autism Care Today on Sunday February 25 at 5pm!

Moira and Shannon discuss their thoughts and feelings about the films, Poor Things, Anatomy of a Fall, Zone of Interest, Killers of the Flower Moon, Nyad, The Holdovers, and more.  You won't want to miss hearing about what they LOVED and what they HATED.  Spoiler Alert:  We may have to hose Shannon down, she has some pretty incendiary things to say about at least one of the movies!

Shannon talks with Cabaret performer, director and producer Clifford Bell about a new show he has coming up to benefit Autism Care Today! Clifford is joined by one of the performers featured in the Concert to Benefit Autism Care Today. George Steeves, well known for his one man shows discusses what he will be performing in the show and the other performances on the bill, including Christopher Tenn...

On this show Shannon Penrod welcomes Joshua Pitney.  Joshua is an emerging filmmaker and a self-advocate.  Joshua shares his journey from young childhood to now being a college student on a mission to create films that positively impact viewers.  Shannon also shares the jargon of the day: Sensory Diet.  

What's Next?  Dr. Christopher Manente, Founding Executive Director of the Rutgers Center for Adult Autism Services joins Marlee Aversa, Founder and CEO of M&J Games to chat with Shannon about their collaboration on a new game called "What's Next?"  This unique game has much to offer individuals on the Spectrum, tune in to hear the full details. In Jargon of the day Shannon explains Idiosyncratic L...

In this episode, Shannon discusses the Jargon of the Day: CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) Then, Dani Bowman, star of Love on the Spectrum US, talks with Shannon Penrod about Season 2 of Love on the Spectrum and her ongoing search for love. Dani is an accomplished animator with her own studio, Danimation Films. Dani also teaches art and animation to students all over the world. #LoveontheSpectru...

Shannon is joined by Emmy Award-Winning journalist Gabriela Teissier and Sue O'Shea the Senior Director of Marketing at Visit Anaheim. Visit Anaheim has taken the unprecedented step to become a Certified Autism Center™ (CAC), which is a designation granted by the International Board of Credentialling and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). IBCCES awards this credential to organizations whose...

Dr. Temple Grandin joins Shannon in this extended show to talk about identity, especially as it relates to career.  Dr. Grandin also answers questions from viewers around the world. 

In this episode, Shannon and Moira discuss the films that are currently streaming and give their votes for Emmy contenders. 

On this first new episode of 2024, Shannon welcomes Cassin Gonzales to the show to talk about a new program in California designed to help parents and caregivers face stressors and challenges while helping their children on the autism spectrum.  Parents of newly diagnosed children are encouraged to register for the 7 week virtual class by visiting:   https://dornsife.usc.edu/autismfs-lab/research/

On this episode of Jargon of the Day, Shannon welcomes Dr. Johnathan Tarbox to discuss Compassionate ABA. 

In this episode, Shannon interviews Matt Asner and Navah Paskowitz-Asner about the yearly reading of "it's  Wonderful Life" and upcoming fundraiser at the Ed Asner Family Center. 

Shannon welcomes Laurie Bauersach, host of Autism Journey with Elijah and co-founder of Autism Affirmation Clothing.  Laurie and Shannon talk about parenting challenges, IEPs, being in the public eye, sensory friendly clothing and much more.

In this episode, Shannon discusses the jargon of the day: Joint Attention. Then she welcomes author Christina Adams.

Are you dreading the holiday season? What if you could not only survive it, but find the way to thrive in it with your child on the spectrum?  Wouldn't that be great? Autism Live Host Shannon Penrod shares her top ten tips for success during the holiday season.  Included are discussions on how and when to attend holiday gatherings, ways to make it fun for everyone and how to make everyone feel inc...

Shannon Penrod, Host of Autism Live, gives great tips for improving your child's diet without creating bigger problems.  Food is a primary reinforcer, it makes us happy, and we all feel very particular about what we like and don't like to eat.  How many of us would be happy if we were told we could only eat wax beans from now on and we could never have ice cream again in our lives?  We wouldn't be...

In this episode, Shannon shares her reviews on some more of the award winning toy's in Autism Live's Festival of Toys. To see these toys and where to buy them, check out our YouTube page!

Part Three of Autism Live's 2023 Toy Guide Review. Here Shannon reviews more award winning toys from Autism Live's Festival of Toys. To see these toys and where to buy them, check out our YouTube page! 

In this episode, Shannon gives her reviews for the winners on the Autism Live Toy Guide 2023. This is part one and will be followed up by parts 2 and 3 in the next few weeks. 

  Shannon discusses the jargon of the day: Antecedent Intervention and welcomes Autism Advocates and Special Lab Artists Anthony Vasquez and Caroline Corry.

Shannon Penrod, host of Autism Live and curator of the Autism Live Toy & Gift Guide for over 10 years shares her tips on what to look for when looking for a gift or toy for someone on the spectrum.  Should you get toys and gifts that play to a person's strengths or weaknesses.  Tune in to find out.

In this episode, Shannon shares the top ten things she learned at the recent TACA Conference. 

When bedtime is stressful no one benefits.  Shannon Penrod, host of Autism Live, shares her favorite tips for creating success at bedtime.  If you think you've tried everything and nothing has worked, it might be time to start over and try all of tips together. Which issue are you struggling with?  Your child won't go to sleep?  Your child won't sleep alone?  Your child will only sleep in your bed...