On the Spectrum

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On the Spectrum is a podcast by and for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), hosted by comedians Stephen and Nicholas. As late-diagnosed autistic adults, they explore topics through the lens of ASD, blending humor with heartfelt discussions. Join them on a journey of self-discovery as they navigate what it means to be autistic in an allistic world, breaking down stereotypes and sharing both the joys and challenges of life on the spectrum. Join us, whether you're on the spectrum yourself, know someone who is, or just want to learn more about autism from a fresh perspective

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The Creative Process, Autism. and Art - Episode 86 12.06.2026 1:05:18

SUPPORT THIS PODCAST⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Episode 86- We're at War What does our creative process look like? Stephen has recently booked a playwriting gig. Nick questions his creative process and lays out how he prepares for performances. Support the show! Venmo - @onthespectrumpod Paypal - paypal.me/onthespectrumpod CashApp - $onthespectrumpod ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Zero Sum Game & The Iran War - Episode 85 08.05.2026 57:52

SUPPORT THIS PODCAST⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Episode 84- We're at War What is the Zero Sum Game fallacy, and why does everyone do it? Plus, the war in Iran! Support the show! Venmo - @onthespectrumpod Paypal - paypal.me/onthespectrumpod CashApp - $onthespectrumpod ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Technology, ADHD & Short form media - Episode 84 19.03.2026 1:18:14

SUPPORT THIS PODCAST⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Episode 84- We're Dumb Has being constantly connected made us dumber? Lowered IQs? Reduced critical thinking? Steve lays out the reasons why he believes social media, short-form content, and mobile games are bad for people with Autism and ADHD. Nick counters. We review available studies & data in this episode of On the Spectrum. (Bonus: Steve ex...

First Impressions, Cognitive Miser Theory & Attribution Error - Episode 83 11.02.2026 1:07:50

SUPPORT THIS PODCAST⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Episode 83- We're Misers Why are first impressions so important? How does that impact autistic people? We delve into the murky world of quick judgments, Hueristics, the Cognitive Miser Theory, and the Fundamental Attribution Error. Support the show! Venmo - @onthespectrumpod Paypal - paypal.me/onthespectrumpod CashApp - $onthespectrumpod ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Perception, Reality, Us vs Them, & Assumptions - Episode 82 29.12.2025 1:08:23

SUPPORT THIS PODCAST⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Episode 82- We're Perceptive What assumptions do we make about other people? What do they assume about us? What perceptions do we have about Nuerotypicals or our own capacity to change? Support the show! Venmo - @onthespectrumpod Paypal - paypal.me/onthespectrumpod CashApp - $onthespectrumpod ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Boomers, Cost of Living, AI & UBI - Episode 81 12.11.2025 1:12:16

SUPPORT THIS PODCAST⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Episode 81 - We're Generational Boomers gonna boom. In this episode we talk about generational economic differences and the cost of living. Is a UBI going to be necessary as AI and automation replace more people? What's going on in Sudan? Plus: Steve shares a new poem. Support the show! Venmo - @onthespectrumpod Paypal - paypal.me/onthespectrumpod...

Bluntness, Honesty, & Appropriateness - Episode 80 25.08.2025 1:08:51

SUPPORT THIS PODCAST⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Episode 80 - We're Blunt We've all been there... Struggling to understand what is and isn't socially appropriate. At work? At home? Is honesty always a good thing? Plus... Empathy for NTs? CRISPR? A "cure" for Autism? Steve is a Betazoid? This (and much more) in this week's episode! Support the show! Venmo - @onthespectrumpod Paypa...

Debate, Generalizing, & Accountability - Episode 79 16.07.2025 1:28:03

SUPPORT THIS PODCAST⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Episode 79 - We're Cruel Pick your battles! In this episode, we discuss effective debate and conversation with the opposing side. We talk about how trauma can cause people to generalize and hate other people. (Like hating all men/women) Taking accountability for what you can control. Internal conflict. And the Trump administration's deportations. **Plus, Nic...

Hate & Understanding in Online Spaces - Episode 78 20.05.2025 1:28:22

SUPPORT THIS PODCAST⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Episode 78 - We're Arguing Misogyny, Transphobia, Racism, Misandry, and more. How do we deal with hate and prejudice? Why don't we ask the "why"? Why are online spaces often so hostile? Also, dating and relationship advice by Nick. Support the show! Venmo - @onthespectrumpod Paypal - paypal.me/onthespectrumpod CashApp - $onthespectrumpod ⁠⁠⁠...

Executive Dysfunction & Impulse Control - Episode 77 12.05.2025 1:20:41

SUPPORT THIS PODCAST⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Episode 77 - We're Managing In this episode, we talk about Executive Dysfunction. What is it? How does it impact Autistics and the Allistics around them? What can we do to manage, cope, or change? Venmo - @onthespectrumpod Paypal - paypal.me/onthespectrumpod CashApp - $onthespectrumpod ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Crystal Jordan: Entrepreneur, Author,& Advocate - Episode 76 09.04.2025 1:17:44

SUPPORT THIS PODCAST⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Episode 76 - We're Empowered Crystal Jordan is an autistic advocate, author of Just Like You, creator of Zachariah World, and founder of the magazines Auesomely You and Becoming Her. This episode discusses representation, advocacy, parenting, and the importance of Black and Female voices within autistic spaces. (Plus a lot more) Zachariah World Becoming Her Jus...

Dr. Emily Levy: EBL Coaching, Special Education - Episode 75 26.03.2025 45:22

SUPPORT THIS PODCAST⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Episode 75 - We're Teachable Dr. Emily Levy, founder of EBL Coaching, joins us to discuss Education. Dr. Emily Levy is the founder and director of EBL Coaching, a specialized tutoring program that offers individualized one-on-one home, virtual, and on-site instruction using research-based, multi-sensory techniques. She is also the author of Strategies for St...

Intellectualism, Ideology, & Changing Minds - Episode 74 11.03.2025 1:11:59

SUPPORT THIS PODCAST⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ Episode 74 - We're Ideological Steve recounts a disagreement with an ideological friend that turned hostile. How do we grapple with changing the minds of people with hateful ideas? Are we too stubborn? Argument, debate, and disagreement. Religion. Intellect. Ideology. Venmo - @onthespectrumpod Paypal - paypal.me/onthespectrumpod CashApp - $onthespectrumpod ⁠⁠...

Autistics Under Attack & Isaiah Trammell - Episode 73 19.02.2025 1:10:43

SUPPORT THIS PODCAST⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Episode 73 - We're Targeted We share our thoughts on the horrifying story of what happened to Isaiah Trammell. Watch here Also, It seems like you can't go anywhere online these days and see hateful comments towards Autistic people (neurodivergent and disabled people in general). Plus, the latest installment of Ask an Asshole! Venmo - @onthespectrumpod Payp...

Autistic Rigidity, Change, & Compromise - Episode 72 04.02.2025 1:14:54

SUPPORT THIS PODCAST⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ Episode 72 - We're Rigid Rigidity is part of the diagnostic criteria for Autism and can create challenges for Autistic people and those around them. How do we navigate conflict? When should we be more flexible? Is it ableist? We discuss rigidity at work, at home, and with friends. Venmo - @onthespectrumpod Paypal - paypal.me/onthespectrumpod CashApp - $onthespectru...

Rudeness, Etiquette, & Honesty - Episode 71 22.01.2025 1:14:40

SUPPORT THIS PODCAST⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Episode 71 - We're Rude? Why you gotta be so rude? Is Autism an explanation or an excuse? Where do we draw the lines in the murky gray of respect and etiquette? Venmo - @onthespectrumpod Paypal - paypal.me/onthespectrumpod CashApp - $onthespectrumpod ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠On th...

United Healthcare CEO, Greed, & Rigidity - Episode 70 09.01.2025 1:51:14

SUPPORT THIS PODCAST⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Episode 70 - We're Destitute Nick shares his controversial take on the UHC CEO shooting and Steve claps back. What follows is a debate about Capitalism & Greed. Plus, we return for a second round of our Ask an Asshole segment! Venmo - @onthespectrumpod Paypal - paypal.me/onthespectrumpod CashApp - $onthespectrumpod ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Toxic Positivity, Criticism, & Autistic Eating Habits - Episode 69 20.12.2024 1:06:55

SUPPORT THIS PODCAST⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Episode 69 - We're Cynical "Don't you know that you're Toxic?" spoke the prophet Brittney, and never were more true words spoken. In this episode, we delve into Toxic Positivity! Plus...Steve forces Nick to listen to "it's only smellz". Venmo - @onthespectrumpod Paypal - paypal.me/onthespectrumpod CashApp - $onthespectrumpod ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Equal Effort in Relationships, & Affective Misattribution - Episode 68 19.11.2024 1:10:07

SUPPORT THIS PODCAST⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Episode 68 - We're Burdened In this episode, Steve recalls a post on Facebook that got him thinking about relationships and the distribution of efforts. Also, find out why Simon & Garfunkel's Sound of Silence means more in 2024, than ever! Venmo - @onthespectrumpod Paypal - paypal.me/onthespectrumpod CashApp - $onthespectrumpod ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Communicating with Allistics, & Self Realization - Episode 67 08.11.2024 53:35

SUPPORT THIS PODCAST⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Episode 67 - We're Talking Join us as we dig into the struggles of communicating with Allistics. Do you struggle to speak with intention with coworkers, family, and friends? Plus, we go into skill, talent, and failure. Can we get better? And don't miss our NEW SEGMENT, Ask an Asshole! Venmo - @onthespectrumpod Paypal - paypal.me/onthespectrumpod CashApp - $onthespectrum...

Oswin Latimer - Autism Activism, Parenting, & Research - Episode 66 01.10.2024 1:50:16

⁠ SUPPORT THIS PODCAST⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ Episode 66 - We're Activists Oswin Latimer is a veteran Autistic activist, blogger, and advocate who works with parents, schools, and more. Oswin is also bigender, Choctaw, a single parent of autistic children. Oswin is currently interested in: Autism and the manosphere. Autistic Catatonia. The FDM framework inserted into the RDoC Matrix. Find Oswin ⁠ Here ⁠ . Oswin's...

Ableism - Internalized and Social - Episode 65 09.09.2024 1:12:37

⁠ SUPPORT THIS PODCAST⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ Episode 65 - We're Able-ish Join us as we dive into ableism and what it means for the autistic community. Is our society ableist? What can we do to combat it? How do we impose ableism on ourselves? Venmo - @onthespectrumpod Paypal - paypal.me/onthespectrumpod CashApp - $onthespectrumpod ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Clinton Bowman - Race, Representation, & AuDHD - Episode 64 29.08.2024 2:08:01

⁠ SUPPORT THIS PODCAST⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Episode 64 - We're a Community Clinton Bowman (AuDHD Teacher) joins us to talk about Autistic and ADHD representation in film, media, and Social Media. Find Clinton Here . Clinton's Tiktok Venmo - @onthespectrumpod Paypal - paypal.me/onthespectrumpod CashApp - $onthespectrumpod ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠On...

Imane Khelif, Trump, & Skepticism - Episode 63 06.08.2024 1:30:34

⁠ SUPPORT THIS PODCAST⁠⁠ ⁠ Episode 63 - We're Skeptics In this episode we delve into Skepticism; problematic vs healthy. Also, Steve voices his annoyance with conservatives complaining about Imane Khelif and their support of Trump despite January 6th. Venmo - @onthespectrumpod Paypal - paypal.me/onthespectrumpod CashApp - $onthespectrumpod ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠...

James B. Jones (Love on the Spectrum) - Episode 62 30.07.2024 38:10

SUPPORT THIS PODCAST⁠⁠ Episode 62 - James B. Jones James Jones from Netflix's Love on the Spectrum joins us to discuss life after the show, how he was chosen, and backlash from the Autistic community. Also, we delve into some of his special interests - including technology and the middle ages. James B Jones Venmo - @onthespectrumpod Paypal - paypal.me/onthespectrumpod CashApp - $onthespectrumpod ⁠...