Rich Specht

My Words are My Voice: the (un) spoken words from individuals within the Autism community

Society EN ↓ 40 episodes

Non-speaking autistic individuals have written short stories, poems, profound feelings, philosophical views, and comments on current social events. None of which have been personally verbalized. You will be brought into the minds, hearts, and souls of some very talented, intelligent, creative and remarkable human beings known to be non-speaking. Our world becomes a better place when we all really listen to what's being said.

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Rich Specht

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Society

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Latest episode

Jun 23, 2026

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Episodes

The Fight Continues 23.06.2026

Protect the Civil Right to Communicate With the upcoming midterm elections, we must ensure that the right to communicate for individuals with disabilities is a priority on Governor Hochul's campaign platform. Communication is a fundamental civil right—one that impacts not only New Yorkers and U.S. citizens, but people worldwide. How you can help right now: 📞 Call 518-474-8390 the Governor’s o...

Communication Bill of Rights (1 minute update) 22.05.2026

NYS legislative session ends early June! Please call Gov. Hochul at 518-474-8390 and ask her to support the Communication Bill of Rights (S7792B) for individuals with disabilities. Thank you for your support! Podcast produced @ Caffeine Academy, West Babylon NY Contact us: MyWordsareMyVoice.com or Mywordsrmyvoice@gmail.com

A Civil Right (A New Discrimination) 08.05.2026

Inspired by the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., 14-year-old Abby Newbold continues to advocate for the rights of non-speaking autistic individuals, emphasizing they deserve the human right to voice their independence. The Ask: Please reach out to Governor Hochul and leave thefollowing message “please help us to get the common bills A7363c & S7792b on the floor to be voted on”. Thank you for...

Civil Right (A Foundational Promise) 08.04.2026

14 year old Lucas Hahn a non-speaking autistic with level 3 autism writes a strongly pointed letter regarding this civil rights issue to NYState Senator Fahy and the members of the Disability Committee. 1.  Sign a petition we’ve setup on Change.org: https://c.org/hMPyNYzFwb Podcast produced @ Caffeine Academy, West Babylon NY Contact us: MyWordsareMyVoice.com or Mywordsrmyvoice@gmail.com

A Civil Right 19.03.2026

In a powerfully written op-ed, former valedictorian and non-speaking autistic advocate Elizabeth Bonker demands action — not with a voice, but by tapping one letter at a time (which took hours). She calls on the NYState Senate and Disabilities Committee to release the Communication Bill of Rights for Individuals with Disabilities (S7792b) and bring it to a vote. 1.  Sign a petition we’ve setup on...

Freedom of Speech (A 14 year old's plea) 27.02.2026

14 year old Abby, who is non-speaking and autistic, writes a letter to remind decision-makers that the Communications Bill of Rights is greatly needed so that all within the community are treated the same as every other human being. 1. Sign a petition to support this bill (S7792b) Change.org: https://c.org/hMPyNYzFwb 2. Call or email the Committee Chair, SenatorFahy to “support bill S7792b”. Her n...

Communication Bill of Rights update 30.01.2026

This is a call to action for all people to support the Communication Bill of Rights for Individuals with Disabilities. Please sign the petition, call or email NYState Senators. By supporting bill S7792B/A7363 C you will enhance and improve millions of lives and give the respect and dignity these individuals so very much deserve. Thank You! 1. Petition: https://c.org/LSNv28ttMb 2. Call or email the...

Freedom of Speech (Imagine) 10.01.2026

Bryan and Ethan share their opinion on what Freedom of Speech means to them in an effort to convince not only NY State Senators but the general public of their ability to communicate. As of this posting (January 2026) they are being denied the ability to communicate based on their preference. Authors: Bryan and Ethan Statter Contact Bryan: mywordsrmyvoice@gmail.com or https://www.mywordsaremyvoice...

Freedom of Speech (Sound of Silence) 09.12.2025

Six non speaking autistic individuals share their heartfelt writings in an effort to break the sound of silence that currently exists for millions within the community. The ask is to support their right to freedom of speech. Authors: Jake, Pouya, Arjun, Gianna, Brock, and Kevin Berger Contact: Jake, Pouya, Gianna: mywordsrmyvoice@gmail.com or https://mywordsaremyvoice.com Contact Arjun: silenthors...

Freedom of Speech (Liberty) 15.11.2025

This civil rights issue for individuals with disabilities needs attention and support from the general public. Take a listen to what freedom of speech means to these autistic individuals. Authors: Ethan Tucker, Trevor Bryd, Anna, and John Contact: Ethan,Trevor, and John at ttps://reacheveryvoice.org Contact: Anna at: mywordsrmyvoice@gmail.com or https://mywordsaremyvoice.com Podcast produced @ Caf...

Freedom of Speech (Our Right) 14.10.2025

The fight for this constitutional right continues as more non speaking autistic individuals share their views on what it means to them. Authors: Alan Alexander, Vinny Bertrani, Dusty Sweeney, Bradley Zakus, Casey Clark, and DannyCostello Contact: all at: mywordsrmyvoice@gmail.com or http://www.mywordsaremyvoice.com Podcast produced @ Caffeine Academy, West Babylon NY (   INFO@CAFFEINEACADEMY.COM )...

Freedom of Speech 05.09.2025

Listen to non-speaking autistic individuals as they share their thoughts on a basic and fundamental human right (Freedom of Speech). Authors: Aulton Grubbs, Richie, Gianna, Nick Barry and Miller La Foon Contact: Aulton Aulton.grubbs@gmail.com ,@aulton.grubbs on facebook and Instagram. Contact all others at: mywordsrmyvoice@gmail.com or https://www.mywordsaremyvoice.com/ Podcast produced @ Caffeine...

Responding to the vote 04.08.2025

Non speakers Luke, Elizabeth, Tyler and Trevor respond to the recent vote on the Communication Bill of Rights for Individuals with Disabilities.

A Historical Moment 02.07.2025

Listen to non-speaking individuals as they play a major role influencing a Civil Rights issue at the New York State Capitol building in Albany. Authors: Elizabeth Bonker, Trevor Mason, Tyler Mason and Abby Newbold TO SUPPORT THE COMMUNICATIONS BILL of RIGHTS NATIONWIDE join C4A Network on Communication4All.org Contact us: mywordsrmyvoice@gmail.com Podcast produced @Caffeine Academy, West Babylon N...

The Circle of Life 06.06.2025

Five non-speaking autistic individuals share a keen perspective on what's essential to life. Contact us: mywordsrmyvoice onInstagram, Facebook and mywordsrmyvoice@gmail.com Authors: Danny Costello, Jake, Richie, Anna, and Alan BruceAlexander Podcast produced @Caffeine Academy, West Babylon NY (   INFO@CAFFEINEACADEMY.COM ) Background music: Emotions by BFCmusic #presumecompetence #herndonva #auton...

Podcast 25 - Peace 09.05.2025

Listen to 8 non speaking individuals as they share a very unique perspective on one word we all desire - Peace! Contact us: mywordsrmyvoice onInstagram, Facebook and mywordsrmyvoice@gmail.com Contact Ryan Brunner, Nick Barry, Ethan Statter: info@reacheveryvoice.org Contact Joss, Alex, Daniele, Nick, Rocco: Judychinitz@mouthtohandlearning.com Podcast produced @Caffeine Academy, West Babylon NY (  ...

No Child Left Behind (episode 24) 05.04.2025

2 non speaking individuals share their educational experiences specific to communicating on the letter board by tapping one letter at a time.   Contact us: mywordsrmyvoice onInstagram, Facebook and mywordsrmyvoice@gmail.com Contact TJ: info@reacheveryvoice.org Podcast produced @ Caffeine Academy, West Babylon NY (   INFO@CAFFEINEACADEMY.COM ) Background music: WaveArt   #presumecompetence #herndon...

More Birthdays 05.03.2025

Non speaking autistic individuals (Leah, TJ, Hannah, Bryan,& Nick) share special thoughts, feelings and emotions on very special day. Contact us: mywordsrmyvoice onInstagram, Facebook and mywordsrmyvoice@gmail.com Contact Leah, TJ, & Nick: info@reacheveryvoice.org Contact Hannah or Bryan: mywordsrmyvoice@gmail.com Podcast produced @Caffeine Academy, West Babylon NY (   INFO@CAFFEINEACADEMY...

Birthdays Podcast 22 03.02.2025

Listen to non-speaking autistic individuals (Alex, Ryan B, Ryan, Ethan, Richie, Luke and Jake) share the meaning of a very special day. Contact us: mywordsrmyvoice onInstagram, Facebook and mywordsrmyvoice@gmail.com Contact Ryan Brunner &Ethan: info@reacheveryvoice.org Contact Luke: Judychinitz@mouthtohandlearning.com Alex, Richie and Jake:mywordsrmyvoice@gmail.com Podcast produced @Caffeine A...

Year End Holidays (Part 2) Podcast 21 03.01.2025

Listen to non-speaking autistic individuals (Casey, Arjun, Julian, Danny, Richie and Chris) writings as they will surly inspire you with writings on what these holidays mean to them. Contact us: mywordsrmyvoice onInstagram, Facebook and mywordsrmyvoice@gmail.com Contact Casey: info@reacheveryvoice.org Contact Arjun: silenthorse26@gmail.com Contact Julian: Judychinitz@mouthtohandlearning.com Contac...

Year End Holidays (part 1) 07.12.2024

Non speaking individuals will surly inspire many with their perspective on what the holidays mean to them. Wow and wow. Authors: Thomas, Keith, Ryan, Nick, Richie and Tyler Contact us: mywordsrmyvoice on Instagram, Facebook and mywordsrmyvoice@gmail.com To contact Keith and Tyler:  Judychinitz@mouthtohandlearning.com To contact Thomas and Richie: Mywordsrmyvoice@gmail.com To contact Ryan and Nick:...

Nothing but the Truth 01.11.2024

Not a letter, word or sentence is wasted as non speaking individuals write about the truth. Authors: Arjun/Luke/Alan/Joss/Rocco/Aulton Contact us: mywordsrmyvoice onInstagram, Facebook and mywordsrmyvoice@gmail.com To contact Arjun: silenthorse26@gmail.com To contact Luke, Joss, Rocco: Judychinitz@mouthtohandlearning.com To contact Aulton: aulton.grubbs@gmail.com Podcast produced @ Caffeine Academ...

Feed the Soul 08.10.2024

Listen to non-speaking autistic individuals writing about what the soul needs. Contact us: mywordsrmyvoice on Instagram, Facebookand mywordsrmyvoice@gmail.com To contact: Nick Barry, Brock,Ethan Statter, Ethan Tucker, Casey ( info@reacheveryvoice.org ) Tocontact: Ben, Trevor or Alex Listen to Trevor’s song;The Prison of My Mind       https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hAL1BuU5jRE Podcast produced @ C...

Summer Activity 05.09.2024

Five non-speaking autistic individuals share some amazing writings tapping one letter at a time. Authors: Richie, Ethan Statter,Danny Costello, Edison, Casey Contact us: mywordsrmyvoice on Instagram, Facebookand mywordsrmyvoice@gmail.com Contact Ethan: @ethan_statter Contact Casey: ( info@reacheveryvoice.org ) Contact Edison: www.mouthtohandlearning.com Contact Danny Costello: DannyCostello@gmail....

What the World needs Now 12.08.2024

Listen to writings from non speaking autistic individuals regarding what our world needs today. Authors: Miller, Bradley, Danny Costello, and Aulton Contact us: mywordsrmyvoice on Instagram, Facebook and mywordsrmyvoice@gmail.com To contact Bradley ( info@reacheveryvoice.org ) Contact both Aulton and Miller on Instagram & FaceBook : @aulton.grubbs or aulton.grubbs@gmail.com Contact Danny: Dann...

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