BeyondAutism, Tracie Coultas-Pitman

Included Not Excluded - A Podcast About Autism, Education, and Change

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Included Not Excluded is a monthly podcast from BeyondAutism hosted by CEO Tracie Coultas-Pitman. Through interviews with autistic individuals, parents, educators, and policymakers, the series explores real-life experiences and evidence-based strategies that shape autism education and inclusion. Covering topics from school placements and early intervention to family support and long-term planning, each 20–35 minute episode offers practical insights for families and professionals. Distributed across major platforms and supported by a robust promotion plan, the podcast strengthens BeyondAutism’s...

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BeyondAutism, Tracie Coultas-Pitman

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Episode 7: Autism and Football: Finding Belonging On and Off the Pitch 22.04.2026 22:51

Guest: Maddison Millington-Stanbury , Goalkeeper, Oxford United Women Host: Tracie Coultas-Pitman , CEO of BeyondAutism Copyright (C) 2026 BeyondAutism Produced by BeyondAutism and edited by Jesica Martinez de Hoz. The views and opinions expressed by guests on Included Not Excluded are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of BeyondAutism, its trustees, staff, or affiliates. This podcast...

Episode 6: Autistic Children: How Do You Get Early Years Support Right? 17.03.2026 28:44

Guests: Meg Harper , Regional Manager at Dingley’s Promise Pam Fry MBE , CEO of PlayWise Learning CIC and Chair of the National Portage Association Siân Wicks , CEO of ERIC, The Children’s Bowel & Bladder Charity Host: Tracie Coultas-Pitman , CEO of BeyondAutism Copyright (C) 2026 BeyondAutism Produced by BeyondAutism and edited by Jesica Martinez de Hoz. The views and opinions expressed by guests...

Episode 5: SEND in Limbo: How We Can Navigate Uncertainty in the Sector 20.01.2026 28:00

Guests: Rod Turner , parent to an autistic daughter Claire Dorer OBE , CEO of NASS (National Association of Special Schools) Host: Tracie Coultas-Pitman , CEO of BeyondAutism Copyright (C) 2026 BeyondAutism Produced by BeyondAutism and edited by Jesica Martinez de Hoz. The views and opinions expressed by guests on Included Not Excluded are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of BeyondAu...

Episode 4: Autism at Christmas: Creating an Inclusive Holiday Experience 16.12.2025 29:55

Guests: Sam Curtis , parent to a 17-year-old autistic son, Charles Francesca Moore , autistic adult and member of the BeyondAutism team Host: Tracie Coultas-Pitman , CEO of BeyondAutism Copyright (C) 2026 BeyondAutism Produced by BeyondAutism and edited by Jesica Martinez de Hoz. The views and opinions expressed by guests on Included Not Excluded are their own and do not necessarily reflect those...

Episode 3: Nothing to Cure Here: Rewriting the Narrative about Autism 21.11.2025 26:41

Guests: Victoria Burnip , Regional Lead for UK and Europe, Institute of Neurodiversity Dr Tony Lloyd PhD FRSA , Consultant Trainer, Psychotherapist and Inclusive Education Specialist Host: Tracie Coultas-Pitman , CEO of BeyondAutism 🔗 Learn more about our work: www.beyondautism.org.uk 📧 Contact us: info@beyondautism.org.uk Copyright (C) 2026 BeyondAutism Produced by BeyondAutism and edited by Je...

Episode 2: Listen, Look, Adjust: Sensory Basics for Inclusion 20.10.2025 26:32

Guests: Laura Bodycot – Parent, sharing lived experience of supporting her son’s sensory needs and the difference small changes have made at home and school. Jessica Hargreaves – Occupational Therapist, offering professional insight into how sensory environments can either support or overwhelm autistic learners. Host: Tracie Coultas-Pitman , CEO of BeyondAutism In this episode: How to “listen and...

Episode 1: The Realities of SEND – A Parent’s Journey and a Leader’s Perspective 20.09.2025 21:38

Welcome to Included Not Excluded , the podcast from BeyondAutism exploring the challenges, successes, and strategies shaping autism education today. In this episode: Nikkie-Chekita Jordan , a parent of an autistic child, shares her family’s journey and the challenges of accessing the right support. Professor Toby Salt , an experienced leader in education, reflects on systemic barriers and how scho...

Coming Soon - Included Not Excluded - A BeyondAutism Podcast 19.09.2025 0:46

“Welcome to Included Not Excluded — the new podcast from BeyondAutism. Each month, we’ll share real stories and conversations about autism education — from parents, practitioners, and young people. We’ll tackle the challenges, celebrate the wins, and ask the big questions: How do we create schools that include, not exclude? What does independence really look like? Our first episode launches this S...