Autism Rocks and Rolls

This is a special moment for me and Autism Rocks And Rolls because one of my teen heroes is here. The hero I'm referring to is an LGBTQ comedian from America named Brad Loekle. Brad rose to fame as a result of his participation in the humorous reality TV series TruTV Presents World's Dumbest. Viewers of NBC may be familiar with him from Season 9 of Last Comic Standing, where he advanced to the sem...

Today we have a well-known pro wrestling legend with us. Some of you might know her better as Victoria from WWE or Tara from TNA. She was a bodybuilder and fitness fanatic who had previously captured the women's championship in both organizations, and she dominated pro wrestling as a result. With the help of WWE legend Chyna, she was able to become a two-time WWE women's champion, a five-time TNA...

Louis Marinucci is now my most intriguing visitor; he is a man who, to use a metaphor, "lives under the sea." Mr. Marinucci, who is autistic, takes part in aquatic therapy because he enjoys scuba diving and investigating the underwater world. Louis is in the media because, like me, he broadcasts and uploads videos to YouTube. He is also a spokesperson for Diveheart, an organization that teaches ki...

Please listen as I describe the idea of planning. Autism spectrum individuals find this challenging because we view it as a strategy where we must consider every element of the time period we are living in. Additionally, I offer advice on how to plan a party or other event appropriately. When it comes to throwing a party, I discuss the steps, but there is more because I address the tendencies and...

This episode highlights several autism clinics in Bloomington, Indiana, as well as one in Oklahoma. The first person on the list is a social worker from Stonebelt named Leah Walden. The non-profit group Stonebelt, which was established in 1958, supports my desire to give voice to individuals like me. Their mission statement states that they "believe in the individuality, value, and right to self-d...

This episode's theme will be good table etiquette. I discuss the importance of table etiquette to one's character during the episode. Also, because autism is looked at as a neurological disorder, I bring up the concern of how table manners may be impacted. Also, I discuss the red zone and why it is inappropriate to utilize it, as well as the green and yellow zones and why they are acceptable. Even...

I examine why it can often be challenging to relate with someone who has autism in this episode. I also discuss how we use "tough love" to show empathy. This episode goes so far as to explain why it is tough for us and why it is frightening to accomplish. In order to make up for my lack of empathy, I'll also describe how I show true compassion. Even further, I use an example of how a relationship...

Since I'm accompanied by semi-finalist from the prior season of America's Got Talent, everyone will appreciate this episode. When she was ten years old, she started having issues with her speech. She was an outgoing youngster who subsequently developed into a very timid and insecure adult. Amanda picked up the guitar and started to play her way out. Soon after, she started singing. In the seventh...

Join me as I interview my amazing uncle, Mike Crull. Mike is a great guy who is a devoted husband, a proud father of three kids, and a brand-new grandpa to a young child. Mike, though, has supported me from the beginning. He is the one who has your back and is continually interested in what others are doing, despite his tendency to be quiet and reserved. More is spoken regarding Uncle Mike's toler...

In this episode, I discuss the silent aspects of communication and the reasons why people with autism find them challenging. I also talk about the idea of "reading the room" and why some people with autism aren't able to do it cognitively, but I also talk to people who can (mostly high functioning). I do, however, offer recommendations and fixes. Additionally, when nonverbal clues like eye contact...

Ben Waites, a competitor from America's Got Talent Season 17 (2022), is our guest today. Ben was born with arthrogryposis multiplex congenita, which required him to use a wheelchair. Despite this, he has never encountered a challenge he couldn't overcome. Jim Waites, Ben's grandfather, led him to faith at a young age, introduced him to the sounds of Southern gospel. Since then, Ben's music has bee...

This episode is absolutely fantastic since Rich Beddoe is in it. Beddoe is presently performing with the band No Resolve after formerly playing drums for the bands Finger Eleven and Saint Asonia. Rich visits my program to talk about his struggles with alcoholism and bipolar disorder. According to Mr. Beddoe, the man allegedly said, "I have been an alcoholic my entire life." His roles as a husband...

In this episode, I talk about the arcade and why it's a fantastic location to "test the waters out." Additionally, I attempt to communicate with the parents, informing them when to let the child be free and when they should intercede. I also mention the incentives in the arcade that capture autistic people's attention. Not only that, but I also make connections between autism and a few vintage and...

"When I arrived in Hell's Kitchen, my goal was to create some passion and some art." The whole time I was here, I tried to stay true to myself. This is what the amazing executive chef, Tommy Stevens, said. This is relevant because today I interview former Hell's Kitchen competitor and Cutthroat Kitchen champion Tommy Stevens. Mr. Stevens was not only born in Connecticut, but he was also born into...

Come along as we chat with the wonderful Grandma Alice. I now better understand who I am thanks to this woman. She has accepted my autism and given me what I wanted—to be treated equally with everyone else. Grandma Alice has studied autism and is also quite knowledgeable about it. This grandma is also highly "gifting," as she enjoys giving gifts to people in need, whether they are members of her f...

This episode is a celebration and those who accept the autism spectrum are invited. At this party we have a special guest his name is Adam Wheeler. Adam Wheeler has resided in Bloomington his entire life and is a B.S. in Recreational Therapy and M.A. in Speech and Language Sciences graduate of Indiana University in Bloomington. Currently, he works as a speech-language pathologist (SLP) at Clear Cr...

In this episode, we have many elderly tribes or parents on Autism Rocks And Rolls. All these parents either have a child who is on the spectrum or has a child with a physical defect. However these parents tell how their child has overcame their issues and how they are being successful today. Who does the list entail? I will be telling you all with bullet points.  Samuel Hutchins-Samuel Hutchins is...

"I want to help these children create a legacy." That is what the stunning and sweet Tamika Lamison said, and she is because, in 2006, she created The Make A Film Foundation. The Make A Film Foundation helps children with life-threatening conditions and illnesses create movies by connecting famous actors such as JK Simmons and Johnny Depp with producers and directors. Tamika started this because o...

In this episode, I discuss the hard work of punishing someone on the autism spectrum or anyone with a condition. It is hard to do, but it has to be done because no one is excused from consequences. Although someone might be lost, do not worry because I want to help by stating the types of methods and tricks everyone can use. I also share the steps of discipling someone with a condition while shari...

In this episode, we have three people together, each  of whom has a business in the autism field. First, Isabella Johnston. Isabella is a serial entrepreneur specializing in diversity, equality and inclusion, multidimensional learning, peer and reverse mentoring, and organizational improvement. She leads Employers 4 Change. Employers 4 Change is software that provides recruitment DEI skills  and c...

Join me as we talk to not one, not two, not three, but four people who I met at The 1 in 44 Tour and a local pro wrestling show that I commented on. First we have Jeff Snyder Mr. Snyder was born on March 27, 1989, in Rhode Island, but has lived most of his life in Massachusetts. In 1990, Jeff was diagnosed with autism and has since achieved numerous successes in independent living as well as speak...

Join me as I discuss the elements of autism and mental health in the video games Red Dead Redemption 2 and Red Dead Redemption. This is not for the faint of heart because, like John Marston and Arthur Morgan, we need to be ready to be brave and have the courage to hear about the black and white thinking and the amazing employability skills for those on the autism spectrum. While you may have to he...

In this episode, we talk to the stunning and amazing 20-year old musician Maia Zakay. After finding her on Facebook and learning about her work, I knew she had to be on. Maia is an R&B pop singer who also happens to be a mental health advocate. As she has stated, "My purpose is to help my listeners feel less alone in the difficult times we go through in life." She is also a model and a future movi...

Just because you have a diagnosis doesn’t mean you aren’t smart, talented, and capable of great things; it does mean you are unique, different, and cool! Those are the words of the amazing Jacob Velazquez, who I talked to today. This amazing 14-year old lives with PDDNOS (Pervasive Developmental Disorder Not Specified), which is a form of autism, but it does not bring him down because he performed...

In this episode I talk about why those on the spectrum have a shorter temper than others. It might be worse than ordinary anger issues because I might as well mention the violent and destructive outbursts that autistic people can possibly have. While it is hard to manage, from personal experience, I will say it is manageable and that is what I also talk about. Finally, I even go further in depth a...