Autism Rocks and Rolls

Since I discuss broadcasting in this episode, I take a different turn. I also explains to my audience why a person with autism could succeed in the media industry. I will additionally address whether filming and broadcasting are in two different countries or if both are the same thing. I additionally go over the things that broadcasters need to know before embarking on a project. I will additional...

I discuss being aware of and paying attention to your environment in this episode. I also discuss why it is difficult for those with autism to focus on their surroundings. I also describe the elements that increase and decrease awareness in people with autism. Additionally, I indicate when people with autism need to be less alert and more attentive. In addition, I explain to my audience the signif...

Today's guest is Allyson Bowers, an acquaintance of Autism Rocks and Rolls and a Vincennes PBS star. As Vincennes PBS's Education & Community Outreach Coordinator, she loves talking to children about PBS Kids programs, particularly Carl the Collector. In addition, she is the mom of a wonderful 6-year-old with autism who is non-speaking. Mrs. Bowers likes to spend her free time with those she k...

My next guest hails from Georgia. He is Avery Dixon, a golden buzzer contestant on Season 17 (2022) of America's Got Talent and a spokesperson against bullying. Saxophonist phenom Avery Dixon rose to fame as a finalist on America's Got Talent and as the show's All-Star runner-up. Among the well-known performers he has been honored to perform with are Grammy Award-winning trombonist Troy Andrews, o...

Don Morse with Autism Anglers, my next guest, is calling from Orlando. Don has been employed in the outdoor industry since 1994. Don didn't know what autism was until he found out that his child, Landon, had it. Don's friends and relatives were very receptive to hearing it. He knew that fishing may be a very effective therapy for persons of various abilities. Don established his charity, Autism An...

I discuss grocery shopping along with what it's like for people with autism in this episode. I also talk about how grocery shopping might make people with autism impatient. I also talk about how people with autism like consistency in supermarkets, where products remain in identical aisles for a long time. I also explain what can divert customers with autism and what triggers an auditory overload a...

Today, my guest comes from Missouri. At the age of 58, Chris Mitchell, also known as the confident autistic, received a diagnosis of autism l. Instead of allowing autism to define him negatively, Chris chooses to let it define him positively. Despite his lifelong struggle with self-understanding (which began to make sense following his diagnosis), he has succeeded in numerous triumphs. Chris holds...

In this episode, I'm joined by FINancial Sharktress Galit Tsadik, an authentic shark. Taking charge of your finances and offering financial assistance is where Galit's greatest strength lies. She is a reputable financial analyst and the creator of Tsadik G Management, the organization that bears her name. She assists individuals and passion-driven enterprises in overcoming their concerns in order...

Zak Clayton is the guest for this episode. Zak has a link to autism because he was once a foster parent to a child with autism. But he has a story of his own as the CEO and owner of Clayton Consulting & Event Planning LLC. He also founded Community Pay It Forward after recovering from a motorcycle accident in 2015 that revealed gaps in assistance for those in need. Zak created this service to...

I want to start by wishing you a Merry Christmas, and this episode of Autism Rocks and Rolls is my gift to you. I talk about fishing in this episode and why people with autism spectrum disorders might enjoy it. I also liken autism to the components on a fishing pole and the equipment in a fisherman's tacklebox. I even talk about the different kinds of fishing and how they represent autism. Lastly,...

Today, I'm joined by the amazing Jimmy Clare. In addition to being a professional conference speaker, podcaster, and on-demand streaming host, Jimmy Clare is also an autism advocate because he falls into the autism spectrum. In 2025, he has an event planned out. Welcome to Autism Rocks and Rolls, Jimmy Clare. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/crazyfitnessguy-healthy-living-podcast/id1507800194...

Sara Bradford, an avid advocate of autism, will be spending the day with me. She is the originator of SJ Childs Global Network, a nonprofit that positively impacts the lives of numerous families. Sara is also the chief executive officer of SJ Childs LLC, a consulting organization that supports families with autism. As a representative of The Autism Council of Utah, Sara remains involved in the aut...

Instead of having one, two, or three friends, I have four with me today. First up is the outstanding Ross Steel. Ross was diagnosed with autism at the age of three after being born in 2003. He has been placed on the honor roll several times and was awarded a sizable college scholarship. He also runs his own Instagram program, Steel Reviewing. I also have a country guy named Caleb Creamens. Born in...

I'm going blue for this episode because I discuss the reasons why people on the autism spectrum are afraid of police enforcement personnel. Additionally, I also talk about how a caretaker can help and improve the circumstances. I also advise parents on how to help their autistic children engage with police enforcement in a courteous and peaceful manner. I also provide law enforcement personnel wit...

Today, I am joined by Katie Deckard from Experience VU, who I hold in the highest regard. Since 2022, Katie has been the director of Experience VU at Vincennes University. Katie holds her doctorate in education from the University of Southern Indiana and an undergraduate degree from Indiana University in secondary special education and light interventions. Having spent seven years as a high school...

Join me as I speak about patience. I also discuss the patience level folks on the autism spectrum have. I also give examples of situations in which people with autism could become impatient. Additionally, I describe how parents and children with autism may pass on patience to one another. I even explain why patience is a virtue that should be shared by all people. It doesn't end there since I also...

In this episode, I speak about catastrophizing and what this concept is about. I also tell the parents the statements they should and should not say when those on the autism spectrum catastrophize. I even tell the parents some triggers that make those on the spectrum catastrophize. I as well tell the parents what it is like in our brain when we catastrophize. Finally, I do give some help because I...

Endre Hoffmann, the Doctor of Self-Worth, who is also my sponsor and friend, will approach this episode differently. Endre helps business owners reach their greatest potential and bring about dramatic shifts. He offers support to entrepreneurs who are overworked, exhausted, insecure, and self-conscious. He assists them let go of the conflict so they can achieve confidence and inner serenity. He as...

My fellow professional wrestling friends are in for a treat today as I am accompanied by WWE Hall of Famer Jake The Snake Roberts. Considered by many to be one of the most well-known figures in professional wrestling, Mr. Roberts was well-known for his dark appeal, clever and powerful promos, frequent use of trickery in his matches, and inventive usage of the DDT finisher. His two grandkids have c...

In this episode, I talk about the nature of humor in people on the autistic spectrum, including the kinds of humor that they find funny and how it might manifest itself in different ways. I also explore the myth that individuals on the spectrum don't find comedy humorous, dispelling it by outlining the motivations for their appreciation of humor. I also discuss the issue of whether it's acceptable...

In this episode, I discuss budgeting and money management for people on the autism spectrum. I'll discuss why I find the currency system perplexing and what, in my opinion, the currency system needs to be. I also go into the reasons why a person with autism would, consciously or unconsciously, refuse to even accept payment as an option. I even chat to the parents about this subject since I discuss...

This is something special for each of my listeners because autism advocate Kadin McElwain is here! Kadin is a writer and a college student who wants to raise awareness and acceptance of autism. People underestimated his abilities because of his autism, but he proved everyone wrong with his hard work and supportive parents. Please assist me in extending a warm welcome to Kadin McElwain.

The issue of small talk and the way people on the spectrum view it will be covered in this episode. I also talk about the times I tried to strike up a conversation but failed. I additionally address when and how to engage in small talk. I even speak about the dangers that people on the spectrum face when doing small talk. I do provide advice to the audience on how to become more proficient at smal...

I will discuss proper conduct in this episode and why it can be difficult for someone on the autism spectrum. Additionally, I discuss a few of my illogical behaviors and the situations in which they occurred. I further address enhanced reasoning and what parents can do in the event that their child displays it at an inappropriate time. Finally, I talk about "unrealistic but non-harmful solutions."...

Today's episode features my man, Kevin Lowe. After meeting him online and at Podfest, I knew he needed to be on my platform because Kevin Lowe, a terrific businessman in his thirties, has taken the world by storm. I say I saw him, but he didn't see me. Despite the seemingly insurmountable hurdle of losing his eyesight in 2003, Kevin is enjoying success as a purpose-driven life coach and the engagi...