Making Democracy Accessible, with Travis Misurell | EDB 302
VIDEO - Autism self-advocate Travis Misurell shares how the Future Is Now Coalition is working to make the democratic process more accessible.
Psychology & Social Justice, with Lauren Shure, Ph.D., LMHC | EDB 301
VIDEO - Dr. Lauren Shure discusses social justice in the field of psychology, and the importance of inclusive mental health care.
Tool Kits for Work / Life Balance | DB Caregiver Webinar Series pt.3
VIDEO - Presenters Pati Fizzano, Melodie Plaise and Carolina Leon provides caregiver with practical tools and interventions to help them balance their roles and continue to engage in self-care practices.
The Spectrum of Neurodiversity, featuring Jude Morrow, Kayla McKeon, Bea Moise & more | EDB 300
VIDEO - In this special 300th episode, we revisit words of wisdom from self-advocates with varied traits and diagnoses that span the “spectrum of neurodiversity”.
Networking & Community for Caregivers | DB Caregiver Webinar Series pt.2
VIDEO - Presenters Melodie Plaise and Carolina Leon explore the importance of networking and community support for caregivers.
Back to School with ADHD, with Brooke Schnittman MA, PCC, BCC | EDB 299
VIDEO - ADHD Coach & self-advocate Brooke Schnittman MA, PCC, BCC shares tips for neurodivergent students and their parents as a new school year begins.
Self-Care & Mindfulness for Caregivers | DB Caregiver Webinar Series pt.1
VIDEO - Presenters Carolina Leon, Melodie Plaise, and Pati Fizzano discuss the importance of and tools for caregiver self-care and mindfulness.
Traveling with Disabilities, with Dr. JR Harding | EDB 298
VIDEO - Celebrated disability advocate and author, FSU’s Dr. JR Harding, discusses his world travels, and why he thinks everyone needs an adventure.
Pioneering Workplace Inclusion, with Dr. JR Harding | EDB 297
VIDEO - Celebrated disability advocate and author, FSU’s Dr. JR Harding, discusses his work helping the next generation of business leaders embrace inclusion.
Launching Neurodivergent Careers, with Hilary Kokenda of Zavikon | EDB 296
VIDEO - Zavikon COO Hilary Kokenda discusses their work creating and facilitating career opportunities for neurodivergent individuals.
Studying Psychology & Maintaining Mental Health, with Shanna Anssari | EDB 295
VIDEO - Psychology student Shanna Anssari, M.S. shares how she navigated mental health challenges while pursuing her education.
Neurodivergent in College, with Eric Endlich, Ph.D. | EDB 249
(VIDEO - 32 mins) Dr. Eric Endlich discusses his work helping neurodivergent students find the right college.
Navigating Sensory Sensitivities, with Dr. Janice Ryan | EDB 273
VIDEO - Dr. Janice Ryan shares how awareness of sensory issues improves therapy for the neurodivergent.
“Dealing with Stress” by Jesse Marcus | DB Speakers Bureau
Different Brains intern Jesse Marcus shares his strategies for dealing with stress and leads a stress reduction exercise.
Succeeding After Trauma, with Jose Del Cueto | EDB 294
VIDEO - Author & self-advocate Jose Del Cueto shares his journey from a traumatic childhood with undiagnosed ADHD, dyslexia, and dysgraphia to a long and successful career in marketing.
“How I Became a Birdwatcher” by Zachary Hoaglund | DB Speakers Bureau
VIDEO - Different Brains intern and autism self-advocate Zachary Hoaglund shares his birdwatching experiences and how he became interested in it.
Becoming a Mental Health Professional, with Dr. Mark Goulston | EDB 293
VIDEO - Author & psychiatrist Dr. Mark Goulston shares his journey to being a mental health professional.
Parenting & Teen Mental Health, with Dr. Mark Goulston | EDB 292
VIDEO - Author & psychiatrist Dr. Mark Goulston shares advice for parents with teens having a mental health crisis.
Exceptional Care for the Neurodivergent, with Dr. Hoangmai (Mai) Pham | EDB 291
VIDEO - IEC founder Dr. Mai Pham discusses their work transforming healthcare for people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities
Working Together for the Autism Community, with Dr. Michael Alessandri | EDB 290
VIDEO - UM-NSU CARD's Dr. Michael Alessandri shares the importance of organization partnerships in supporting the autistic community.
Mattel Unveils First Barbie with Down Syndrome | W.I.N.
VIDEO - In this episode, we’ll be taking a look at the first Barbie with Down Syndrome!
How COVID Changed Autism Services, with Dr. Michael Alessandri | EDB 289
VIDEO - UM-NSU CARD's Dr. Michael Alessandri discusses how the COVID19 pandemic forced autism providers to rethink how they deliver services.
Fostering Positive Development on the Autism Spectrum, with Dr. J. Trocchio, Dr. L. Moyano & Y. Mora-Perea | EDB 278
VIDEO - Positive Development’s Dr. Jennie Trocchio, Dr. Lina Moyano & Yomayra Mora-Perea share their work creating a new option in therapy for neurodivergent individuals.
Loving Your Place On The Spectrum, with Jude Morrow | EDB 258
(VIDEO - 31 minutes) Irish autistic self-advocate, author, and speaker Jude Morrow returns to discuss his new book “Loving Your Place On The Spectrum”.
Autism & Sleep, with Dr. Beth Malow | EDB 238
(VIDEO - 26 minutes) Vanderbilt University’s Dr. Beth Malow discusses sleep challenges on the autism spectrum.
Diagnosing ADHD, with Dr. Mark Wolraich | EDB 260
(VIDEO - 30 mins) Mark Wolraich, MD discusses his work creating diagnostic scales for ADHD, and how doctors can better serve neurodivergent patients.
Autism Surf Therapy in Australia | W.I.N.
VIDEO - In this episode, we’ll be talking about how surf therapy is improving the lives of those with autism.
Go Baby Go: Independence Through Mobility, with Dr. Cole Galloway | EDB 288
VIDEO - Go Baby Go founder and Univ of Delaware professor Dr. Cole Galloway discusses his work helping children with mobility challenges.
“Autism Is Not a Crime” with Australian self-advocate Tom Oliver | EDB 269
(VIDEO - 30 mins) Australian self-advocate Tom Oliver discusses his work helping autistic individuals caught in the justice system.
How One Autistic Musician is Giving Back | W.I.N.
VIDEO - In this episode, we’ll be sharing the story of one teen on the autism spectrum who is giving back to an organization that changed her life!
Els for Autism: Creating Lifelong Resources for the Neurodivergent w/ Dr Erin Brooker Lozott | EDB 287
VIDEO - Els for Autism's Dr. Erin Brooker Lozott shares their work supporting all ages of autistic individuals, and previews their upcoming conference.
Living with Dementia, with Michael Ellenbogen | EDB 286
VIDEO - Dementia self-advocate and author Michael Ellenbogen returns to discuss living with the disease, and his work raising awareness around the world.
Neurodiversity and Storytelling, with Eva Grayzel | EDB 271
(VIDEO - 25 mins) Master storyteller and author Eva Grayzel discusses how sharing stories helps people connect and succeed.
2022 in Review: Towards an Inclusive Society, w/ Dr. Angelique Harris, David Geslak, Dr. Jennie Trocchio & more | EDB 285
VIDEO - In this second year-in-review episode, we are going to hear from neurodiversity change makers in medicine, education, therapy, and more we spoke with in 2022.
2022 in Review: Advice from Self-Advocates, w/ Jude Morrow, Tom Oliver, Jhillika Kumar & more | EDB 284
In this first year-in-review episode, we hear from a handful of the amazing neurodivergent self-advocates we had the privilege of speaking with in 2022.
Autism & PDA: Understanding Demand Avoidance, with Diane Gould | EDB 268
(VIDEO - 30 mins) PDA North America founder Diane Gould discusses the “Pathological Demand Avoidance”, and its occurrence along the autism spectrum.
Career Advisement for the Neurodivergent, with Beacon College’s Dr. James Williams | EDB 283
VIDEO - Autism self-advocate / Beacon College’s Director of Career Advisement Dr. James Williams discusses his work helping students find employment.
Navigating a Neurodiverse Household, with Bea Moise, MS, BCCS | EDB 282
VIDEO - ADHD self-advocate, autism mom, cognitive specialist, and parenting coach Bea Moise shares what she has learned from her neurodiverse household.
How a Couple with Down Syndrome Learned to Dance For Their Wedding | W.I.N.
VIDEO - In this episode, we’ll be sharing the story of a Michigan couple with Down syndrome who learned to dance for their wedding.
Onboarding Doctors in Neurodiversity, with Peter S. Jensen, MD | EDB 262
(VIDEO - 28 mins) The REACH Institute founder Dr. Peter Jensen discusses his work training medical professionals in neurodiversity.
Mentra: Creating a Neurodiversity Employment Network, w/ Jhillika Kumar | EDB 281
VIDEO - Mentra CEO & co-founder Jhillika Kumar discusses their work creating a platform to connect neurodiverse talent with employers.
Fashion Show Highlights Parkinson’s-Friendly Clothing | W.I.N.
VIDEO - In this episode, we’re heading over to Oregon for a fashion show celebrating accessible clothing for those with Parkinson’s!
Elevating Neurodiverse Voices, with Neuroversity’s Jessica Kidwell | EDB 280
Jessica Kidwell of the Neuroversity Podcast discusses why listening to and highlighting the voices of neurodivergent self-advocates is so important.
What is PANDAS? with Mara Myers, R.N. | EDB 277
VIDEO - Mara Myers shares her son’s journey with the autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorder known as PANDAS.
Autism & DRBI Therapy, with Dr. Jennie Trocchio | EDB 276
VIDEO - Developmental therapist Dr. Jennie Trocchio shares how DRBI therapy can help autistic individuals thrive and build great connections.
Training Doctors in Neurodiversity, with Lauren Clarke, BS, MHA | EDB 275
VIDEO - Stanford University student & researcher Lauren Clarke, BS, MHA discusses why doctors need more education in neurodiversity.
Fitness and Autism, with David Geslak & Ben Boudreaux | EDB 265
(VIDEO - 40 mins) David Geslak & Ben Boudreaux discuss the importance of physical activity for those on the autism spectrum.
Technology & the Brain, with Gabriel Axel Montes, Ph.D. | EDB 274
VIDEO - Neuroscientist Gabriel Axel Montes, Ph.D. shares his work maximizing the brain’s potential through technology.
Autistic Man Wows With Lego Creations | W.I.N.
VIDEO - This week, we’ll be covering the story of a young man on the autism spectrum who has brought
hundreds of LEGO creations to life!
Driving with Autism, featuring Andrew Arboe | EDB 261
(VIDEO - 20 mins) Self-advocate Andrew Arboe discusses his work helping other autistic individuals develop their driving skills.
Autistic Artist Creates Amazing Drawing of Montreal | W.I.N.
VIDEO - We cover the story of artist Casey Vormer, who decided to take on his biggest challenge yet— a photorealistic drawing of the City of Montreal.
Bridging the Gap Between the Autistic & Non-Autistic Ways of Thinking
Speech-Lang. Pathologist Staci Neustadt and retired OT & self-advocate Susan Golubock discuss a new framework for communication between clinicians and autistic patients.
Demystifying Tourette Syndrome, with Tara Lerman | EDB 263
(VIDEO - 14 mins) Journalist & self-advocate Tara Lerman shares the realities of Tourette Syndrome.
Joshua’s Path: Careers for Neurodivergent Adults, with Sam Salver, LCSW | EDB 259
(VIDEO - 23mins) Sam Salver of JFS Broward discusses how their Joshua’s Path program is helping neurodivergent adults find jobs.
Beacon College: Helping Neurodivergent Students Succeed, with Drs. George & Oksana Hagerty | EDB 270
(VIDEO - 33mins) Beacon College’s president Dr. George Hagerty & director of their Center for Student Success Dr. Oksana Hagerty share their work with neurodivergent students.
Fighting and Preventing Neurodiverse Burnout | DB Speaker Series
(VIDEO - 62 mins) Explore tips for fighting and preventing burnout with Dr. Marsha Brown, Katie Oswald, Brooke Schnittman, and Sean Inderbitzen.
Understanding Codependency, with Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT | EDB 251
(VIDEO - 19 mins) Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT returns to discuss codependency.
What Makes Something a Disorder? with Dr. Lori Butts | EDB 267
(VIDEO - 23 mins) Psychologist, attorney, and Different Brains board member Dr. Lori Butts shares what makes something a “disorder”.
Effective Teaching for Neurodiverse Students, with Joseph Lento | EDB 266
(VIDEO - 24 mins) Educator & musician Joseph Lento shares his philosophy for effectively teaching neurodiverse students.
Rethinking Neurodiversity, with Tim Goldstein | EDB 223
(24 minutes) Autism self-advocate Tim Goldstein discusses the concept of being “neurodistinct”.
Adolescent Mental Health, featuring Peter S. Jensen, MD | EDB 264
(VIDEO - 13 mins) The REACH Institute founder Dr. Peter Jensen returns to discuss the importance of mental health care for kids.
Autistic 27 Year Old Becomes “World’s Strongest Man” | W.I.N.
(VIDEO - 1min 36sec) We cover the story of Tom Stoltman, who says the superpower of “autism” has helped him become the "World's Strongest Man".
Finding Neurodiversity in the Criminal Justice System, w/ Helen Arnold-Richardson | EDB 233
(VIDEO - 23 mins) Do-IT Profiler’s Helen Arnold-Richardson discusses their work screening for neurodiversity in the justice system.
Alzheimer’s & Down Syndrome, with LuMind IDSC’s Dr James Hendrix | EDB 241
(VIDEO - 25 mins) Dr. James Hendrix discusses his work studying the high rate of Alzheimer’s in the Down Syndrome community.
ADHD & Motivation, with Brooke Schnittman and Ali Idriss | DB Speaker Series
(VIDEO - 53mins) Coach Brooke Schnittman and self-advocate Ali Idriss present tools and tips for finding motivation and accomplishing goals with ADHD.
Creating Sensory-Friendly Theater, with Broward Center for the Performing Arts’ Gustavo Padrino | EDB 257
(VIDEO - 21 mins) Broward Center’s Gustavo Padrino discusses their sensory-friendly performances for the neurodivergent.
The Neurobiology of Empathy, with UChicago’s Dr Peggy Mason | EDB 248
(VIDEO - 34 mins) University of Chicago’s Dr. Peggy Mason discusses her work on the neurobiological basis of empathy.
Neurodiversity in Israel, with Jacki Edry | EDB 256
(VIDEO - 27mins) Author and self-advocate Jacki Edry discusses neurodiversity acceptance & inclusion in Israel.
Dyslexia & Creativity: Harnessing Diverse Minds, with Ken Gobbo | EDB 209
(VIDEO - 29 minutes) Landmark University professor emeritus Ken Gobbo discusses harnessing neurodiverse minds, and his book "Dyslexia and Creativity".
Flyers Hockey Alumni Give 6 Year Old With Down Syndrome Adaptive Bike | WIN
(VIDEO - 1min 40sec) In this episode, we head over to the Philadelphia Flyers Training Facility in New Jersey, where a young girl with Down syndrome was presented with an adaptive bike.
The State of Alzheimer’s Research, with Dr Marcia Ratner & Dr James Hendrix | EDB 255
(VIDEO - 29 mins) Dr. Marcia Ratner & Dr. James Hendrix discuss recent developments in Alzheimer’s research.
Autism & PTSD, with Sean Inderbitzen | EDB 254
(VIDEO - 24 mins) Therapist and self-advocate Sean Inderbitzen discusses PTSD on the autism spectrum.
Parenting a Child with a Rare Diagnosis, with John Hiski Ridge | EDB 253
(VIDEO - 30 mins) John Hiski Ridge discusses what he has learned racing a child with a rare diagnosis - 22q.
Autism Dad Creates Sensory-Friendly Haunted House | WIN
(VIDEO - 1min 37sec) In this episode, we cover an autism and sensory-friendly haunted house created for the halloween season in Ironton, Ohio.
Advocating for Accessibility & Accommodations, with Sarah Goldman | EDB 225
(VIDEO - 18 mins) Cerebral Palsy self-advocate Sarah Goldman discusses her fight for inclusion.
Autism and Dating | DB Speaker Series
(VIDEO - 78 mins) Dating and relationship tips from ASD self-advocates Amy Gravino, Morénike Giwa Onaiwu, Marcell Ciampi, Toni Boucher, Lyric Holmans & JR Reed.
Building an Inclusive Workforce, with Matt Anderson of PRIDE Industries | EDB 252
(VIDEO - 31 mins) Matt Anderson of PRIDE Industries discusses his work creating employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
Narcissistic Personality Disorder, with Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT | EDB 250
(VIDEO - 21 mins) Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT explains the realities of Narcissistic Personality Disorder.
Supporting the Down Syndrome Community, w/ NDSS’ Kandi Pickard & Margot Rhondeau | EDB 247
(VIDEO - 30 mins) Kandi Pickard & Margot Rhondeau share how the NDSS is helping the Down syndrome community.
The US Autism Association, with Dr Marlo Payne Thurman | EDB 246
(VIDEO - 19 mins) Dr. Marlo Payne Thurman shares how the US Autism Association is helping the autism community.
