Autism Rocks and Rolls

In this episode, I talked to retired MMA fighter and pro wrestler Daniel Puder. Daniel has a record of 8 wins to 0 losses. Although he shares his accomplishments with us on Autism Rocks And Rolls, he shares how he got there because throughout his life he got bullied. As he said himself, "I was the kid that would get picked last to join a team and was picked on and bullied daily by other kids in my...

How do you sell yourself as a person or as a businessman or woman? That question will be answered because I interviewed Forbes Riley, AKA The Pitching Queen. I met her virtually at a virtual summit and in person at a podcast convention in Orlando, Florida. The reason why I had to have her on the show is that she is a motivational speaker and I was moved by not only her business tips but I was also...

In this episode, I talk about the feeling of not just burnout when you get exhausted with a hobby but autistic burnout. The basic definition is that those who have autism are burnt out as they feel like they are missing out on basic life skills such as cooking and driving. However, I am here to spread some courage and inspiration because while they might miss those chances, aspies can show vindica...

In this episode, we talk to famous comedian Judy Gold. Judy started comedy in 1986 and has not stopped people from laughing. She has made appearances on shows such as The Late Night Show With Stephen Colbert and TruTV's World's Dumbest. Although she is funny, there is a serious side to her because she has anxiety and depression along with ADHD. Plus, Judy has even been bullied for her height. Desp...

What about me? What about Raven? That is what we learn about today because for this episode we interview professional wrestler Raven. Raven is a 2-time ECW Champion and a 27-time Hardcore Champion. He has wrestled in wrestling promotions like TNA, WCW, ECW, and yes, WWE. Raven's character did not only represent mental health, but Raven represents mental health in real life too, because he has HPD...

On this episode, we talk to Miyah Sundermeyer. I was on her podcast called "Hello With World With Miyah Sundermeyer" and I believe that I should return the favor. However, I did not only want her to return the favor. I also wanted her on Autism Rocks and Rolls because she, like me, is autistic and is friends with Temple Grandin. Mrs. Sundermeyer is also a leader because she works with the Autism P...

Join me as we learn about how people on the autism spectrum make their mark with their blueprint. A clue is that we tap into their skills and allow autistic people to practice them every day. This has resonated with your host because he has been what society calls "obsessed" about certain concepts, and in this episode, everyone will also learn how to join them in the concept but also cope with our...

In this episode, we take a different turn on Autism Rocks and Rolls because we meet Sonny Von Cleveland, who has so much respect for the disability community. However, he also has a story because, from the age of 5 to 10, he was sexually assaulted by four men. There is more because he also served 18 years in prison, but after meeting a man while in solitary confinement, he changed his ways by havi...

In this episode, we make history because for the first time on Autism Rocks and Rolls, we interview a play therapist. The play therapist I will be interviewing is Jack Mason Goodall, who not only loves Disney but I met just in February through a speaking gig in Oklahoma. Goodall runs Autism Optimism International in England, which is a therapy place that tries to bring the best out of someone on t...

In this episode we do something a little on the unique side because it is not a podcast crossover but instead we do an interview with a podcast. Autism Rocks And Rolls interviews TWS Sports Podcast. In the TWS Sports Podcast that is hosted by Adam Millichip and several of his students that are on the spectrum. Not only have they interviewed great guest such as Matthew Hayden and Rob Key but they a...

I"M BACK! The reason why I am saying this is that I have returned for a brand new season. In this episode, we learn what I have done during my time-off and what this season will hopefully be like. Also, I will hype up my season by stating how this season of Autism Rocks and Rolls will be the best one. That is not all, because for the first time in Autism Rocks and Rolls, I tried spoken word by sta...

THANK YOU! The reason why I say these two words is this is the last episode of the season because we are joined by my critiquer Joe Pursell and myself along with my editor Gina Mitchell to talk about my whole podcast in depth. It has for sure been the most amazing part of my life. When I was down this is all I wanted to do. Understand that Autism Rocks And Rolls is not dead because I am coming bac...

In this episode, we interview the one-of-a-kind professional wrestler Rob Van Dam, also known as RVD. Rob Van Dam has been able to call ECW and WWE home. I admire this man because he has had many concussions throughout his career, but he still kept going. That is not all. We will also meet his lovely wife, Mrs. Katie Forbes. Forbes has also been a professional wrestler, but she, like her husband,...

On this episode, we hear how autism really does "rock and roll" because we will hear comparisons on how certain rock songs and lines are related to the autism and the mental health world. That is not all folks because some of the wisdom you might hear from the host is for everybody, as you can take some of the advice too. Enjoy!  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w9jyz3hLAsQ https://www.youtube.com/...

Ladies and gentlemen, it is now time for the main event. The contest is scheduled for one fall and it is a tag team match where I and autism team up to battle to fight the stigma and the big bully. In this last episode of the WWE Special, I talk about how the stigma enters the professional wrestling world to not just hurt us but also help us at some point. So we win and, as Paul Heyman may say, "t...

On this episode, we go even further into the world of professional wrestling, comparing what is relevant to the WWE world to autism. This episode will prove my point that WWE is the sport of autism.  https://lifezest.co/apps-for-disabled-people/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PM3VK0Sid6o https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PM3VK0Sid6o https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hye-TUaGtdE https://www.youtube.co...

In this episode it is part two of the WWE Special. What we discuss on the episode is the hidden emotions and obstacles we have to fight with daily through professional wrestling. In part two we no longer talk about the basics but really discuss how the extras in professional wrestling are important in the pro wrestling and autism world. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p28vBd0cqAs https://www.youtu...

WELCOME TO Monday NIGHT RAW! That is probably what you are thinking since today is Monday but it is not. It is official welcome to the WWE Special For AUTISM ROCKS AND ROLLS! It is special because this is the first part of four WWE Specials in Autism Rocks And Rolls. In the first chapter of this special, we discuss the basics of professional wrestling and how the main parts of professional wrestli...

What does everybody want? That is the big question of the day because this episode is all about WWE hardcore wrestler Al Snow. He is also the first guest who wanted to be on my show and he put himself on the list to be. In his time in WWE his character represented mental health but he is also an inspiration to many of his adoring fans. Everyone can hear from the hero and the 6 time WWE Hardcore Ch...

 Join me as we talk to Lonnie Bedwell. This guy is one of my closest friends, and he is someone I really respect. The first time I met Mr. Lonnie Bedwell was through my mother, who has been asking him to speak to her classes for several years. Lonnie's resume includes kayaking the Grand Canyon twice, appearing on the Steve Harvey Show, NBC's Today Show, Bobby Bones, being covered by local media nu...

Yee-haw you all! I am back with another music episode. In this one, I play a game where yes, my mystery singer is back. I give you clues as to what song we are singing. I compare country music to autism, and lots of crazy singing is going on. Let’s have fun with this one and learn about autism and country music.  https://autismrocksandrolls16.blogspot.com/?fbclid=IwAR2Um10uNwWLqVOGGrY1kX85sHkXDUnJ...

Get ready to listen to some amazing advice from an Aspie mother, Marie Adell. Marie's goal is to help others understand autism like her family has done over the years. She is mom to a daughter on the spectrum and has made it to her life goal to be an inspiration and to bring awareness, acceptance and attention to helping aspies become successful. She has not only traveled for educational purposes...

In this episode we interview my new friend Doctor Light (AKA David Cubby). Cubby has a degenerative eye condition that has made him blind since he was a child. Although he cannot see faces, he still has an amazing spirit and is a successful comedian who appeared on Britain's Got Talent. Let's all listen and enjoy Cubby's wisdom and you will not help but to laugh at his jokes on this Autism Rocks A...

On this episode we discuss the Marvel movies and how each hero relates to autism. You will hear from Iron Man to Hawkeye and many more. Remember, those that are on the autism are "superheroes" after all. So..."I love you three-thousand" and "I can do this all day." This is a long one, but trust me, it will be worth it.

On this episode, we interview Diane Strand and students at the JDS Creative Academy in Temecula, California. This is more than just your regular academy. JDS Creative Academy chairman, Diane Strand, works with anyone with special needs. Diane not only helps the students grow with their media skills, she also helps each student grow as a person and pushes them to be their best with their soft and p...