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In this rewind episode of The Autistic Culture Podcast , hosts Dr. Angela Kingdon and Matt Lowry, LPP uncover the Autistic traits and cultural legacy of 18th-century poet Emily Dickinson. 🎧 What You’ll Learn: How Dickinson’s obsessive love of reading and writing reflects classic Autistic special interests. Why her refusal to conform to gender norms and social expectations marks her as a cultural...

In this episode of Collecting Fish, James Hepworth explores the beauty, complexity, and controversy surrounding marine aquariums — from clownfish and coral reefs to the realities of recreating an ocean ecosystem at home.  James examines: Reef tanks and fish-only marine systems Water chemistry and salinity Marine filtration and live rock Sustainable fishkeeping Beginner mistakes The emotional...

In this Hot Topic episode of The Neurodivergent Experience , Jordan James and Simon Scott discuss new research exploring how autistic people feel about genetic research—and why many support the science itself while remaining deeply concerned about how those discoveries could be used in the future. The conversation explores fears around genetic screening, prenatal testing, and the possibility that...

In this episode of The Neurodivergent Experience , Jordan James and Simon Scott begin by chatting about football, late-night World Cup matches, and the challenge of following a special interest that's happening in a completely different time zone. But the conversation quickly evolves into something much bigger: our relationship with our phones. From doom scrolling and revenge bedtime procrastinati...

Content warning: mentions of self-harm, suicidal ideation, eating disorders and medical gaslighting What happens when you go to a mental health professional who has zero information about what it means when you, their patient, may be autistic?  For this episode I was joined by Rey Rissanen (pronouns: they/them). Together we will rant and tell you about the horrors of needing help with our men...

In this episode, Vicki sits down with her aunt Sabrina — PhD in Theatre, lifelong arts educator, and the person who first showed her that big feelings weren't a problem to be managed but a gift to be expressed. Sabrina spent her career creating safe containers for young people's big feelings through theater — including a production called SECRETS that addressed the AIDS crisis for teenagers in the...

In the final episode of their World Cup retrospective series, Simon Scott is joined by James Hepworth and Jack Hoban to look back on the two most recent FIFA World Cups: Russia 2018 and Qatar 2022.  The trio revisit England's unforgettable run to the semi-finals in Russia, Croatia's remarkable journey to the final, France's emergence as the dominant force of a new generation, and the arrival...

If you've ever struggled with procrastination, burnout, or simply need a little nudge to get started on a project, Helen and Elizabeth are here to help. In this episode, they explore how consistency, structure, and experimentation can transform creative energy into a sustainable practice, and how to stay engaged when you're feeling uninspired or overwhelmed. Together they discuss productivity tech...

Sometimes the best conversations happen when nobody's masking. Welcome to Two Mics, No Masking, a podcast exploring neurodivergence, identity, parenting, work, and everyday life through an autistic cultural lens. Part of the Autistic Culture Podcast Network. First Episodes coming out July 15th. Hosted by Katie Scott, founder of THE COLLECTIVE , and Jenna Goldstein, founder of ND3 , the series brin...

In this episode of Regulation Station , Becca Engle is joined by school principal Anthony Chiles for a conversation about neurodivergent students, school systems, regulation, and what children really need to thrive in educational environments. Together they explore the increasing number of neurodivergent students entering schools, the challenges educators face in supporting diverse needs, and the...

In this episode of Theatrically Authentic , Sarah Atherton-Knight and Simon Scott explore the intense, joyful, and sometimes complicated world of theatre fandom. From hyperfixation and lore-sharing to stage door etiquette and parasocial relationships, the episode examines why theatre fandom resonates so deeply with neurodivergent audiences, and how musicals become systems of comfort, identity, and...

Welcome to the third edition of This Week on ACPN! This week marks an exciting milestone for the Autistic Culture Podcast Network as we launch the very first Autistic Culture Mixtape - a new way to experience ACPN through a curated blend of music and podcast programming. Alongside the Mixtape, we’ve got another packed week of new episodes exploring theatre, education, creativity, football, neurodi...

Welcome to the Autistic Culture Podcast Rewind, starting with welcome to Autistica ! Whether you are Autistic yourself or love someone who is, your hosts, Dr. Angela Kingdon ( the Linguistic Autistic ) and Licensed Psychological Practitioner Matt Lowry, invite you to immerse yourself in the language, values, traditions, norms, and identity of Autistica . This is more than a podcast. It’s a celebra...

Freshwater fishkeeping is where most hobbyists begin — but for many, it becomes a lifelong obsession. In this episode of Collecting Fish, James Hepworth explores the beauty, accessibility, and creativity of freshwater aquariums, describing them as “a river in your own living room.” The episode explores: Planted aquariums Natural aquascaping Tropical, coldwater, and brackish systems Fish compatibil...

In this Hot Topic episode of The Neurodivergent Experience , Simon Scott is joined by neurodivergent mentor Sophie James to discuss a worrying trend emerging in schools and online: the word "autistic" being used as an insult. Drawing on Sophie's experiences mentoring young neurodivergent people, they explore why many autistic children and teenagers are now reluctant to disclose their diagnosis to...

Have you ever gone to the doctor with some symptoms and had them not find anything wrong with you? We've all run into medical staff who don't know we were autistic or what that even meant, never suspected EDS, POTS, ME, endometriosis or autoimmune conditions. They either dismissed us right off or ran a battery of tests on us. But in the end, the conclusion was the same: There doesn't seem to be an...

In this episode of The Neurodivergent Experience , Simon Scott is joined by neurodivergent mentor and advocate Sophie James for an inspiring conversation about building a career that works with your brain rather than against it. From late diagnosis and school struggles to launching her own mentoring business, Sophie shares how understanding herself changed the direction of her life. Together, Simo...

In Episode Two of Clinical Misfits, Dr. Mary describes each of the major endocrine (hormone) systems of the body and the myriad ways that dysregulation of the autonomic nervous system can affect their function, and vice versa. She explains how the communications among a person's thoughts, senses, emotions and experiences affect and are affected by a person's hormonal balance at any time. When the...

In this episode of Hyperfocus FC, Simon Scott is joined by James Hepworth and Jack Hoban to revisit the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil — a tournament packed with unforgettable goals, dramatic upsets, and one of the most shocking results in football history. From James Rodríguez's stunning breakout performances and Robin van Persie's iconic flying header to Costa Rica's unlikely run, England's disap...

In this episode of Regulation Station , Becca Engle is joined by author and advocate Mitch Grace to discuss growing up autistic, receiving an autism diagnosis during high school, and navigating education from childhood through to postgraduate study. Mitch reflects on the challenges of social communication, feeling different from his peers, and the mixed emotions that came with finally understandin...

How many of us spend our lives searching for the one thing that will finally make everything easier? Musician Rosalie James joins Chelsey Flood to discuss addiction, self-understanding, and the hope that the next solution might be the one that changes everything. Together they explore the appeal of quick fixes, the realities of living with ongoing challenges, and the search for ways to make life f...

In this episode of Theatrically Authentic , Sarah Atherton-Knight and Simon Scott continue their exploration of why theatre can feel both regulating and overwhelming for neurodivergent people. From rehearsal rooms and tech week to previews, press nights, and backstage rituals, the episode examines the hidden systems that keep live theatre running, alongside the emotional and sensory demands placed...

Welcome to the second edition of This Week on the Autistic Culture Podcast Network . Each week, we’ll guide you through what’s new across the network, highlight upcoming episodes, and help you discover new autistic-led podcasts and creators. This week we’re celebrating an incredible first week of the network, reflecting on our launch party, and looking ahead to a packed schedule of new episodes co...

In this Hot Topic episode of The Neurodivergent Experience , Jordan James and Simon Scott discuss a growing trend in the United States where families are paying tens of thousands of dollars for unapproved stem cell treatments that claim to help autistic children. Drawing on a recent investigation by The Guardian , they unpack the science behind these therapies, the lack of convincing evidence that...

Everybody hates bureaucracy. So many of the things we need to survive entail torturously collecting documents, attempting to upload them to websites that may or may not work, filling forms with mystery fields, and horror of horrors, calling the authorities on the phone.  I recently founded Aut2Aut , a nonprofit that provides free digital platforms and content by and for the autistic community...