Late To The Party - a podcast on Autism, AuDHD and Neurodivergence

This week on Late To The Party , I chat with author and engineer Travis Alexander about his memoir, life as a late-diagnosed autistic adult, and the many unexpected twists that led him to where he is today. We talk about relationships, communication, travel disasters, fatherhood, breakdancing, engineering, and the challenge of making sense of a world that often feels a little confusing. Honest, fu...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 72 of Late To The Party is live, and today we’re going full neuro‑nerd with the incredible Sadie Dingfelder.   Sadie is a science reporter who discovered she has face blindness, aphantasia, and a handful of other brain quirks and then turned that whole journey into a hilarious, insightful book called Do I Know You? We talk perception, identity, weird brain settings, and wh...

Send us Fan Mail Recorded live at The Round on March 19th, Neurospicy 2026: Accessibility in the Arts , is a special live podcast diving into what genuine inclusion looks like for neurodivergent artists, audiences, and creative communities. I was joined by pianist and composer Nat Bartsch , whose reflections on sensory experience, performance, and neurodivergent creativity brought depth and warmth...

Send us Fan Mail This week’s plans derailed in a very on‑brand way. Mostly because I’m knee‑deep in getting everything ready for Neurospicy 2026 on March 19th, so I’m handing the mic to another podcast whose episode on long‑term ADHD research genuinely deserves your ears.  I'm sharing an episode of the Hyperfocus podcast with Rae Jacobson, which features in-depth conversations challenging conventi...

Send us Fan Mail Support the show via Patreon Welcome to season 5! In this fun chat with Mark Brown, we immediately get sidetracked with Star Trek, a topic we have been discussing for over 30 years. We explore the podcasts we hosted long before it was cool. Mark speaks about peer support and how it plays a crucial role in mental health recovery. And most important, we tackle the ethics of AI and i...

Send us Fan Mail Three years after her first appearance, Jessica is back on the podcast for an honest catch‑up about life six‑plus years post‑diagnosis. We talk about what’s shifted, what hasn’t, and how understanding our neurodivergence continues to shape our mental health, identity, and day‑to‑day lives. We touch on ADHD, dyscalculia, reframing autism and ADHD away from deficit language, and the...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Late to the Party , I speak with acclaimed author Kay Kerr to explore the intricate connections between writing, memory, and identity. Kay shares her journey as an autistic writer, from her celebrated young adult novels Please Don’t Hug Me and Social Queue to her latest works, including Might Cry Later and contributions to Someone Like Me (for Australia , for In...

Send us Fan Mail In this follow-up conversation with Joanne Seymon, co-founder of Kaiko Fidgets, we go far beyond product design and neurodiversity. This episode dives deep into the human experience—touching on love, pain, parenting, grief, death, trauma, and the messy beauty of work that matters. Jo brings her signature warmth and wisdom as we explore what it means to hold space for others while...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we sit down with Joanne Seymon, co-founder of Kaiko Fidgets —a trailblazing Australian business born from lived experience and a deep understanding of neurodiversity. Joanne, an occupational therapist and mother to Kai, shares the inspiring journey of how a simple idea blossomed into a thriving enterprise that’s changing lives. From designing elegant sensory tools...

Send us Fan Mail Call to Action: Help support the podcast via Patreon .  Dan sits down with his daughter Eloise for a wide-ranging, heartfelt, and occasionally chaotic conversation that spans pop culture, music, neurodivergence, and the state of the world. Dan calls Different Journeys CEO Mel Spencer with some really special news. Dan and Eloise take a deep dive into the social media phenomenon Th...

Send us Fan Mail 🔔 Trigger Warning This episode discusses topics related to Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), which may be distressing for some listeners. Please take care while listening. In this important episode, Dan sits down with Christine Brooks , Director at NOFASD Australia , to shed light on the often misunderstood and under-recognized condition of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (...

Send us Fan Mail Call to Action: Help support the podcast via Patreon . In this episode, I sit down with Lucy , a brilliant autistic young adult with a deep love of history, for a conversation that flows effortlessly—because when neurodivergent minds connect, there’s no shortage of things to talk about. We dive into storytelling and its impact on learning, how we perceive communication , and the p...

Send us Fan Mail Call to Action: Help support the podcast via Patreon . And if you are in Melbourne get your tickets for the live podcast event .  Join hosts Dan Kerr and Tismo Terrasson, a social justice advocate and Disability Consultant as they dive into the world of neurodiversity, sharing personal stories, expert insights, and candid conversations. In this episode, Dan and Tismo discuss their...

Send us Fan Mail Join Dan and guest Andy Drewitt in this eye-opening podcast as they delve into the complexities of emotional masking, aggression, and anxiety. Drawing inspiration from Andy Drewitt's thought-provoking article 'How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Making Penis Ladders' as well as his upcoming exhibition 'THIS IS YOUR FAULT', we explore the different types of masking behaviors th...

Send us Fan Mail Dan chats with musician David Hosking about success, creative flow, and the challenges neurodivergent individuals face in their creative pursuits. David shares his journey and insights on releasing eight albums despite these hurdles. Key Topics Discussed: David's evolving definition of success and the role of personal fulfillment. Techniques for maintaining creative flow and produ...

Send us Fan Mail Podcast Episode: Embracing Neurodiversity with Kathy Isaacs Hosts: Dan Kerr and Kathy Isaacs Summary: In this episode, Dan Kerr and Kathy Isaacs dive into a rich conversation about neurodiversity, focusing on autism and ADHD. They discuss their personal experiences, challenges, and the importance of self-identification and diagnosis. Kathy shares insights from her work with the Sy...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode, Dan speaks with author and perfumer Rini Puccetti about her groundbreaking planner, designed to merge logical layout with emotional well-being. This planner is a game-changer for anyone seeking to bring clarity and balance into their daily routine.  Key Topics : Rini's inspiration behind creating the planner. The unique integration of a logical layout with an emot...

Send us Fan Mail  In this episode, we explore how our brains form and hold beliefs, even when they aren't factual. We discuss good vs. bad evidence, Autism and Identity Theory, and how personal experiences shape our beliefs. We also have fun with a fake product and read listener comments. Consider supporting the podcast via Patreon  for the price of a coffee once a month. It goes a long way to hel...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to episode 55 of Late To The Party! On this episode we are exploring essential online tools and strategies to enhance executive functioning for neurodivergent individuals. From time management tips to organisational hacks, we’ll cover some practical online and app solutions to help you thrive. Plus, we’ll be sharing listener feedback and addressing another heartfelt apolog...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of “Late To The Party,” Bianca and Dan drop a bombshell with a shock announcement that you won’t want to miss! But that’s not all—we dive into a fascinating meme about mental health professionals that has been making the rounds over at Spectrumy , sparking some insightful and tense discussions. We also share an incredible piece of Listener Feedback explaining impos...

Send us Fan Mail Host Dan chats with Maggie Broom about the benefits of equine therapy. Maggie explains how working with horses can improve physical, mental, and emotional well-being. We talk about -: How does animal-assisted therapy with horses differs from traditional therapy methods? The difference between how a mental health professional uses this therapy compared to a provider that just happe...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to another episode of Late To The Party with your hosts, Bianca and Dan! 🎉 Today, we’re diving into a fascinating and important topic: the relationship between autism and alexithymia. Join us as we explore how these two conditions intersect, what it means for those who experience them, and the impact on emotional awareness and communication. We’ll be breaking down the sci...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to today’s episode, where we delve into the often misunderstood world of Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) . This condition, closely associated with ADHD, manifests as an intense emotional response to perceived or actual rejection or criticism. We are joined by writer and editor Lindy Ralph as we explore the nuances of RSD, its impact on daily life, and strategies for ma...

Send us Fan Mail In this milestone episode, hosts Bianca and Dan reflect on getting to our 50th episode relatively unscathed and with a troupe of Party Poopers joining the party (in their own time of course). Thanks to you all for your continuing support and encouragement. Remember, the Late To The Party podcast offers a unique perspective on autism, blending personal stories with informative disc...

Send us Fan Mail We are so happy to finally be speaking with Mel Spencer, the Chief Executive Officer of Different Journeys , is a fierce Autistic advocate. As a parent to three Autistic teenagers and an Autistic individual herself, she is committed to creating a more accommodating and accepting world for the Autism community. Mel co-founded Different Journeys to provide meaningful connections and...