Jamar Whitehurst

Puzzled Dads

Kids EN ↓ 19 episodes

"Cracking the code of Autism one piece at a time"You're kid is on the spectrum and you're not sure what to do. If you’re like me and have questions, maybe you’re a “Puzzled Dad” too! As a dad with a son on the Autism spectrum, I have gone through the ups & downs of this journey. I am still learning & do not claim to be an expert. But, while my story may be different from yours, they may have similarities. And hopefully we can talk about the things that we don’t always say but want to have a sounding board to express.

Author

Jamar Whitehurst

Category

Kids

Podcast website

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Latest episode

Apr 28, 2026

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Episodes

Season 2 - Episode 7 - Dr. Jonathan Chism 28.04.2026

In this episode I talk with Dr. Jonathan Chism about his journey as a Puzzled Dad. He is the co-founder of Autism Dads Social club. Listen to his amazing story.

Season 2 - Episode 6 - Glynn Cooksey 13.04.2026

In this episode, I talk my brother Glynn Cooksey about his journey as a Puzzled Dad. He shares his story about raising two young sons on the Autism Spectrum.

Season 2 - Episode 5 - Sean Morris 30.03.2026

In this episode, I talk with my frat brother Sean Morris about being a Girl Dad and how he supports his daughter Sydney. Hear his amazing story and how she has excelled through her Autism.

Season 2 - Episode 4 - Reginald Jones 16.03.2026

In this episode, I talk with my frat brother Reginald Jones about his Never ending Journey and how it has shaped his perspective with raising his son Langston who is on the Autism Spectrum.

Season 2 - Episode 3 - Malik Abdullah Douglas 02.03.2026

On this episode, I talk my brother Malik Abdullah Douglas about his journey as a parent of two boys with Autism. He also gives us some helpful tips of how we can support our kids.

Season 2 - Episode 2 - Attitudes & Autism 16.02.2026

In this episode we discuss the challenges of having an autistic child who is also going through puberty.

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Seasons of Change 30.01.2026

WE ARE BACK. Season 2 is finally here. We jump back in to the Puzzled Dads Podcast. We discuss how we navigate changing seasons and lives.

Interview - Mary Whitehurst - A Women's Perspective 13.11.2023

In today's episode, I interview my lovely wife Mary Whitehurst for the first ever Puzzled Dad's interview. We talk about her experience as a mom and she shares some words of advice as well.

Season 1 - Episode 10 - There's Nothing To Fear 04.09.2023

In this episode, we talk about not walking in fear by the diagnosis of autism with our children. We talk about having faith and what that can do for us we God is leading our path instead of fear.

Season 1 - Episode 9 - Call Me An Athlete 21.08.2023

In this episode, we discuss getting our kids involved in youth sports, understanding their capabilities when it comes athletics and how we can help this experience enjoyable for them.

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Teacher I Have A Question 08.08.2023

In this episode, we talk about how we can advocate for our children in their learning environments. I talk about how when we speak up for our children, they benefit from us as dads being their biggest champions.

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Everyone Likes A Party 24.07.2023

In this episode, we discuss birthday parties and how we navigate birthday invitations both for our children's parties and receiving invitations for other kids' parties. We discuss the uncertainty of kids with special needs receiving invitations to birthday parties.

Season 1 - Episode 6 - I Don't Understand 11.07.2023

On today's episode, we talk about communication and how we can be effective in learning & understanding our children's speech patterns and forms of communication.

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Can't Sit Still 11.07.2023

In this episode, we discuss two terms associated with autistic people (Stimming & Flapping). Join me as I talk about when I first started to notice this in my son & how understanding him helped me & my wife take him to a high-energy concert full of stimulation.

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Don't Fix What's Not Broken 12.06.2023

In this episode, I talk about accepting our kids for where they are. Sometimes we think how we can we change or fix our kids. I talk about when I have had moments like that, how I overcame that feeling, and how do we move forward to support our children.

Season 1 - Episode 3 - All We Do Is Win 30.05.2023

Today we will be talking about "Milestones". Follow me as I give an update on a meltdown that my son was able to prevent by himself as well as other milestones in his development. We will discuss "Celebrating Big Wins & Small Wins." I want to hear what are some of the wins you have experienced in your child's growth & development.

Season 1 - Episode 2 - I Can’t Meltdown 15.05.2023

Today we will be talking about "Meltdowns". Follow me as I discuss one of the more memorable times my son had a meltdown, how I handled it and some techniques that have helped me in my journey as a Puzzled Dad. This episode ended up being therapeutic as I realized I had never talked to much about this experience in detail. If you would like to purchase the shirt I am wearing, you can pur...

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Beginning of a Journey 01.05.2023

In this very first episode, I talk about how my journey began and why this podcast exist. Follow along with me as we "Crack the Code of Autism, One Piece at a Time!"

Puzzled Dads Introduction 26.04.2023

This is an introduction to the Puzzled Dads podcast. I hope you are ready to begin to "Crack the Code of Autism". Join me, Jamar Whitehurst, as we explore what is like to be a father with a child on the Autism Spectrum.

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