Exploring Different Brains

Autism self-advocate Tim Goldstein discusses the concept of being “neurodistinct”. (24 minutes) Diagnosed with Asperger’s at 54, Denver-based consultant Tim Goldstein is a Neurodiverse Communications Specialist –the only one doing what he does. He trains all types of employees including those who are neurodiverse and maybe autism how each other functions. With deep experience in business and consu...

Michael Ellenbogen discusses the importance of Alzheimer’s and dementia advocacy. In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with Michael Ellenbogen, author and Alzheimer’s and dementia self-advocate. Michael started having early signs at the age of 39, and spent over a decade to receive a diagnosis. Since then he has become a celebrated and tireless self-advocate seeking a cure, including havin...

Mental Health Court trailblazer Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren discusses community and legal support for the neurodiverse. (30 minutes) Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren is a county court judge in the Criminal Division of the 17th Judicial Circuit, Broward County, Florida. She is an adjunct professor, Nova Southeastern University, Criminal Justice Institute. Judge Lerner-Wren was appointed by Chief Judge Dale Ro...

Developmental behavioral pediatrician Mark Bertin, M.D. discusses mindful parenting of children with ADHD (34 minutes) Dr. Mark Bertin, a board certified developmental behavioral pediatrician, studied at Cornell University and the UCLA School of Medicine before completing general pediatric training at Oakland Children’s Hospital in California. Dr. Bertin is an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at...

Autism self-advocate, author, and professor Dr. Stephen Shore offers tips for disclosing a diagnosis. (13 minutes) Dr. Stephen Shore is an autistic professor of special education at Adelphi University. He has written the books that include: College for Students with Disabilities, Understanding Autism for Dummies, Ask and Tell, and Beyond the Wall. Currently, he serves on the board of Autism Speaks...

Autism self-advocate, author, and professor Dr. Stephen Shore offers tips for students on the spectrum during the pandemic. (17 minutes) Dr. Stephen Shore is an autistic professor of special education at Adelphi University. He has written the books that include: College for Students with Disabilities, Understanding Autism for Dummies, Ask and Tell, and Beyond the Wall. Currently, he serves on the...

Autism self-advocate Dr. Sreenath Jagannathan discusses how he is pursuing his dream of being a neuroradiologist. (22 minutes) Dr. Sreenath Jagannathan is a Baltimore, Maryland based autism self-advocate. He is a graduate of Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, and is pursing a career in neuroradiology and neuroanatomy. He is also dedicated to Sudarshana Kriya structured self-care breathing,...

HAAPE CEO Larry Rothman discusses helping people with autism find employment. (30 minutes) Lawrence J Rothman, PhD is Board Chairman and CEO of HAAPE )Helping Adults with Autism Perform & Excel). The mission of HAAPE is to build and maintain a community of employment support for adults diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). We work together to create and implement innovative approaches in...

HSS CEO Louis A. Shapiro discusses maintaining high standards of patient hospital. (32 minutes) Louis A. Shapiro is President and CEO of the Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS). The Mission of Hospital for Special Surgery is to provide the highest quality patient care, improve mobility, and enhance the quality of life for all, and to advance the science of orthopedic surgery, rheumatology, and thei...

Solvegi Shmulsky, M.Ed. discusses directing Landmark College’s Center for Neurodiversity (29 minutes) Solvegi Shmulsky, M.Ed. is a Psychology Professor at Landmark College. Landmark is exclusively for students who learn differently, including students with a learning disability (such as dyslexia), ADHD, or autism spectrum disorder. A fully accredited, not-for-profit institution, Landmark College o...

AgeWave’s Maddy Dychtwald on healthy aging for brain and body. (29 minutes) Maddy Dychtwald is co-founder Age Wave, the world’s leader in understanding and addressing the far-reaching impacts of our aging population. Recently recognized by Forbes as one of the top fifty female futurists globally, she has been deeply involved in exploring all aspects of the age wave and how it’s transforming the ma...

Maisie Soetantyo, M.Ed. discusses her work helping people on the autism spectrum find careers. (29 minutes) Maisie is the founder of Autism Career Pathways, a 501c3 organization with a mission to provide a platform for businesses and communities to access resources and learning content for better recruitment, retention and reward opportunities for neurodiverse hires. She is also the founder of CAT...

Untapped co-founder and Australian advocate Andrew Eddy discusses creating the Neurodiversity Hub (32 minutes) Andrew Eddy is the co-founder of Untapped, a social enterprise focused on developing a neurodiverse employment ecosystem to increase opportunities for autistic individuals. One of their initiatives is Neurodiversity Hub. Its mission is to: support this untapped talent to shine, through fo...

Elevare Community founder Ashley Kim on housing for those with intellectual and developmental differences (25 minutes) Ashley Kim is a social entrepreneur, consultant and disability rights advocate. Her area of expertise includes Housing Development, Affordable Housing, I/DD Residential Program Placement, Disability Rights Advocacy and Home and Community Based Settings Rule and other regulatory an...

Landmark University professor emeritus Ken Gobbo discusses harnessing neurodiverse minds. (29 minutes) Ken Gobbo is Professor Emeritus of Psychology at Landmark College, USA. He has published numerous articles on learning differences, neurodiversity, and teaching in peer-reviewed journals. He is also a member of the steering committee for the Landmark College Center for Neurodiversity. He has publ...

Dr. Eric Nach shares how he supports the growth of students with autism, ADHD, and other diagnoses. (33 minutes) Dr. Eric Nach is the Founder and President of the Support for Students Growth Center in Boca Raton, FL. He has 3 decades of experience working with children with special abilities and their families. Dr. Nach is credited with creating and teaching the Autism Endorsement courses at Lynn...

World-leading neurotoxicologist and research scientist Dr. Marcia Ratner discusses Chronic Toxic Encephalopathy (24 minutes) Marcia's research focus is neurotoxicants, chemicals that can cause brain damage. Marcia is also a project manager for the Department of Pharmacology & Experimental Therapeutics at Boston University, and she also provides neurotoxicology-related consulting services resulting...

Ed Harrold returns to discuss breathing health during COVID-19 (21 minutes) Ed is an author, motivational speaker, inspirational leader, coach and educator. Ed’s mastery in the science of breath has guided him to apply mindful, conscious breathing practices in the fitness & athletic training industry, wellness and organizational performance in corporate settings, professional trainings and retreat...

Autism Job Club author and AASCEND board member Michael Bernick discusses autism employment (28 mins) Michael S. Bernick is an attorney practicing in the area of employment and labor law. In recent years, he has worked with some of the nation’s major employers, staffing companies and industry associations. He is a regular contributor to Forbes Magazine, the author of “The Autism Job Club” and a bo...

David Hirsch founder of 21st Century Dads, discusses fatherhood (22 minutes) David A. Hirsch is the founder and president of 21st Century Dads. He is the host of the Special Fathers Network podcast Dad to Dad, and the author of the book 21st Century Dads: A Father's Journey to Break the Cycle of Father Absence. For more about David’s work, visit: https://21stcenturydads.org/ For the Dad to Dad pod...

Forbes Featured Entrepreneur and LinkedIn Influencer Brian Schulman discusses overcoming Tourette Syndrome. (30 minutes) Brian Schulman is Founder & CEO of Voice Your Vibe™, a Forbes Featured Entrepreneur, a Linkedin Top Voice of 2018, an advisor, board member, speaker, a LinkedIn Top Video Creator, and the CoHost of #LinkedInLocal & #VoiceYourVibe on #LinkedInLIVE. He also just happens to have To...

Karen Prescod on battling her chronic pain with mindfulness (26 minutes) Karen Prescod is a sought after empowerment speaker and moderator, who believes in our ability to harness and utilize the power of our minds and knowledge, to create a life of truth and authentic expression. A #1 International Best selling author, she is the Founder and Chief Statement Maker of The Bowtie Gurl ™ and the Visio...

ADHD and Executive Functioning Coach Brooke Schnittman discusses how to harness abilities. (22 minutes) Brooke is a certified coach who works with children, students, teens, adults, and parents with or without ADHD. She has been nominated for multiple awards including "Best In Show Community" and"Advocating For Another." She is the creator of What's Next and ADHDEdCamp. Brooke discusses her own di...

Suicide Prevention expert Dr. Mark Goulston returns to discuss his initiative to improve human connections. (27 minutes) Originally a UCLA professor of psychiatry for over 25 years, and a former FBI and police hostage negotiation trainer, Dr. Mark Goulston’s expertise has been forged and proven in the crucible of real-life, high stakes situations. An influencer who helps influencers become more in...

Dr. Lawrence Fung discusses how Stanford is helping maximize neurodiverse talents and opportunities. (VIDEO - 28 minutes) Dr. Lawrence Fung is an assistant professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Stanford University, and the director of the Stanford Neurodiversity Project, which strives to uncover the strengths of neurodiverse individuals and utilize their talents to i...