Autism Rocks and Rolls

In this episode, we interview Jeff Teresi. Mr. Teresi equips business professionals with the tools to break through to their next big breakthrough over and over again, both professionally and personally. After years of studying and learning from the experts in personal development, Jeff is most content creating creative content. As a speaker, author, and hall-of-fame business achiever, one of his...

BANG BANG! This is an important starter because we have a very special guest today on Autism Rocks And Rolls. As of today, I can mark something off of my bucket list because the WWE Hall of Famer and hardcore legend Mick Foley is in the house. Mick Foley is a WWE four time world champion and an eleven time WWE tag team champion. However he will also teach you to OWWWW, Have Mercy, due to him havin...

Have you ever looked at the shirts that say: This is My Superpower, What's Yours? Today I am going to tell you mine because this episode will be comparing DC Comics and autism. You will learn how each of the biggest names in DC Comics have particular traits that represent the abilities that neurotypicals produce. So, everyone listen; its not a bird or a plane. Instead, it's the newest episode of A...

On this episode, we do the first-ever podcast crossover episode as Autism Rocks And Rolls and When Words Fail Music Speaks come together. James Cox, who is the host, has a mild case of cerebral palsy but has found music therapy to be helpful. Due to that experience, he created the When Words Fail Music Speaks podcast to celebrate music as a treatment for those with any disability from anxiety to a...

We have a special guest today! My very best friend in the whole world, Mr. BJ Yoho. BJ is from Bloomfield, Indiana and we have gone to school together since pre-school. He is truly like a brother to me and a part of my family. BJ, like me, has had some trials and tribulations in his life, but has overcome so much. BJ was born with special bifida and has been in a wheelchair for most of his life. L...

Join me as we interview Sara Tomko and learn about her characters, Asta, in the series Resident Alien and Suzanne on Sneaky Pete. There is more; she is also a firm believer in taking care of your mental health.  I had the honor of discussing our beliefs on mental health and why everyone should focus on their mindset. Join us for laughs, serious opinions on mental health in general, equality, and w...

On this episode, I elaborate on why someone with any disability has to fight ten times harder to get over a sickness and I talk about the actual definition of physical and mental health. This episode will mention how we can become creative with the ways in which we handle a simple cold or flu symptom. The reason why we struggle is because we have an overload of neurological sensory issues. People...

Join me as we interview a new and fresh band from Australia named Gutterfire. Their lead singer, Jon, has autism but nevertheless, I can tell you, his autism does not stop him from rocking an audience and having an excellent life. Gutterfire will definitely bring the outsider vibe for anyone who listens to this episode. Listen for fun, lots of laughs, and a conversation with very inspiring people....

In this episode, we talk about rap music and how autism can connect to this genre of music. If you guess a song correctly that a certain rapper raps, then you should email me at mitchellsam171@gmail.com  and you will get a $5 gift card of wherever you want to go. Check this out and listen to the stories of rappers and how each resembles autism. Happy rapping! 

Join me for this episode as we interview Anthony Ianni who has PDD (Pervasive Developmental Disorder). Mr. Anthony has had many challenges to overcome, but it did not stop him from being a basketball player and one of the best and most sought out motivational speakers. Ianni now works for the Michigan Department of Civil Rights. Let's dive into his life! 

I think everyone in this world needs to relax sometimes and take one lap at a time. That is what race car driver, Austin Riley does. Having autism does not stop him from living his dream as a driver. Austin's winnings are so many at this point, that he can't even list them. He and his dad are incredible human beings. Today we talk to Mr. Austin Riley and his dad Jason as we learn how he can quickl...

On this episode, I discuss and elaborate on the stigma that people on the spectrum cannot get a job or have a career. I also give tips and tricks on how a person on the spectrum should act in the workplace and why this may not come so easy to everyone. In turn, I give advice to employers what to consider and what to think about when hiring someone on the spectrum. Wait though there is more! I also...

OWWW! You need a paper and pencil for this one everyone! If you follow my instructions, you could win a gift card, a t-shirt, or car decals. I really had to do that because today we are talking about funk music and how it relates to autism. There is more to funk then just dancing along with the fun beats. To me, it is a fun way to describe how someone on the autism spectrum works and how they func...

Today, meet Serena “Southpaw” DeJesus and Garrett “G-Money” Hoelve, two MMA fighters that do just that, fight in the Octagon by pursuing their dreams, regardless of autism and down-syndrome. G-Money’s dad, Mitch, joins us too. What inspirational people that are moving mountains like me. DeJesus is breaking down barriers for those in the autism world and G-Money doesn’t worry about any labels: he s...

Join me as we talk to Jason McElwain. On February 15, 2006, his life changed because he made 20 points in a single basketball game. Fifteen years later, he has met Peyton Manning, George W. Bush, and has been a longtime basketball coach. He has also written a book called "The Game of My Life" and a film is being made about his life called "The Magic of J-Mac." Jason has autism, but as you listen t...

On this episode, we meet my good family friend, Megan Corwin, who is my nonbiological aunt. Megan has been a big part of my life since birth. She has completely understood me as the years have gone on. She calls herself a nerd, she is kind to everyone no matter what a person's background is, and has excellent advice to give, especially to me and everyone else.

On today's episode I interview Peter Lantz. Mr. Lantz is a gave developer and because he has autism and Asperger's, he gets the extra power of focusing. He is not only a very intelligent young man, but he is passionate about what he does. He is such an inspiration to all and I hope you all check this one out.  https://peterlantz3d.wordpress.com/ https://www.gamemaker3d.com/ https://twitter.com/Pet...

Yes Sir or Yes Ma'am! Those are some of the first words you will hear when you join a martial arts school. Today you will learn about how martial arts can change your fitness and how it can change your mindset. When you leave a martial arts school something will change you for the better.  https://bloomingtonmartialarts.com/martial-arts-for-teens-adults/

In this episode, I interview Mandy Harvey who got 4th place in the 2017 season of America's Got Talent. Even though she got 4th place, she was never trying to win. Instead, she was persuaded to go on the stage and make a difference. We also learn about her story and how becoming deaf changed her on the outside as well as the inside. https://mandyharveymusic.com/

Join me as we enter the autistic brain and we go in the deepness of the word "normal." What does normal mean exactly you might wonder? The answer is from the book Are You Normal by Mark Schulman and we will all find out what the word "normal" means together. 

In this episode, I talk about how the great debate of all which is not Obama vs Romney or Trump vs Clinton, it's cats vs dogs. We will finally settle this argument with evidence from National Geographic Wild book Cats vs Dogs. This also shows the challenge of us being close minded and learning how to open our minds. 

"Welcome To My Mind" is the quote of James Durbin in his song SMACKDOWN. So we do exactly that because today's episode we interview James Durbin. Mr. Durbin was in the top 4 on American Idol in 2011. He does not let his autism stop him at all; he just "keeps rollin."

On this episode, we have the biggest guest of them all...…TEMPLE GRANDIN! She is the biggest influencer of the autistic population, who has changed the cattle industry with her visual and unique mind. Dr. Grandin also talks about her journey through her autistic evolution. 

In this episode, I talk about how our senses can be messed up from our hearing to our taste buds. I will explain how we feel when our senses are on track, but when they also get corrupted. Come in and experience what a person with autism feels, sees, hears, smells, and tastes in the sometimes scary world. 

On this episode, I interview my grandfather who is goofy but critiques my podcast very seriously. He is an awesome grandfather in and out of my podcast world which you will get to experience first hand. Enjoy!