When an Accommodation Works, Why Are We So Quick to Remove It?
Farhan Ur Rehman Khan explores why accommodations may be needed even once a student begins to thrive.
Late-Diagnosed Neurodivergent Adults and the Mental Health Cost of “Catching Up”
Late-diagnosed neurodivergent adults often face a hidden mental health toll: the grief, burnout, and cost of finally catching up.
How to Stop Overthinking: Causes, Signs and Solutions
Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT explains why your overthinking feels impossible to shut off, and gives tips for quieting it.
Supporting Neurodivergent Kids from Childhood to College, with Bea Moise | Parent Coaches Unleashed
In this episode, Jessica and Carrie speak with Bea Moise – a certified cognitive specialist / parent coach / author / mother of two neurodivergent children.
Daughters of Narcissistic Fathers
Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT explores long-term effects that daughters of narcissistic fathers can experience.
The Big Dangers of Little Traumas
Nicholas Bamonte explores the differences between “Big T” and “Little t” traumas, and how both can have a severe impact.
A Dream Realized: How an Autistic Historian Created His Own Museum
Aaron Bouma shares his journey establishing his own military museum.
The Role of Therapy in Supporting Neurodivergent Identity
Alex Alonso explores the benefits of neurodiversity-affirming therapy.
How the Glastonbury Festival Accommodates Sensory Sensitivities | Week in Neurodiversity
This week’s episode highlights how the Glastonbury Festival offers sensory safe spaces for neurodivergent attendees.
Thriving as a Neurodivergent Comedian: a conversation with Darcy Michael | EDB 348
Comedian Darcy Michael discusses his diagnoses of ADHD and autism.
Teacher Uses His Tourette’s to Connect with Students | Week in Neurodiversity
VIDEO – This week’s episode highlights a teacher with Tourette’s Syndrome who uses his diagnosis to better connect with his students.
The Neuroinclusive Workplace, with Gillian Forth | EDB 347
ICF certified coach Gillian Forth discusses how to make a workplace neuroinclusive.
Remembering Dr. Hackie Reitman | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 162
AUDIO – Hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts discuss the loss of Different Brains founder Dr. Harold “Hackie” Reitman, and explore the impact he had on their lives and the neurodiversity community.
Stand-Up Comedy & ADHD: a Conversation with James Mullinger | EDB 346
Comedian James Mullinger discusses ADHD’s effect on his life and performances.
Drawing Strength: Navigating Maternal Mental Health Through Art, with Cheri Pere | EDB 345
Cartoonist Chari Pere discusses how she used art to share her experiences with pregnancy loss.
Autistic Joy, with Haley Moss | EDB 344
Author, attorney, and self-advocate Haley Moss explains autistic joy, and how to be supportive of it.
Unlocking 2e Potential: Helping Twice-Exceptional learners Thrive, with Dr. Matt Zakreski | EDB 350
Matthew “Dr. Matt” Zakreski, PsyD shares his experience and advice for helping twice-exceptional children excel.
Transforming Workplaces with Neurodiverse Talent, with Charles Kransberger | EDB 351
Vocational rehab counselor and neuroinclusion consultant Charles Kransberger discusses the rise of neuroinclusive workplaces.
First Place: Independent Living for the Neurodivergent, with Denise D. Resnik | EDB 349
Denise D. Resnik shares how First Place AZ has created a new paradigm for IDD independent living.
The College Transition: Advice for Neurodivergent Students, with Eric Endlich | EDB 343
Clinical psychologist, autism self-advocate, and educational consultant Dr. Eric Endlich shares tips for students transition from high school to college.
A Design for Inclusive Living, with Alex Norman | EDB 342
Host Bea Moise continues her chat with author and accessibility expert Alex Norman.
Improv & ADHD: Success Thru Improvisational Thinking, with Adam Sietz | EDB 340
Actor, voice-over artist, author, and self-advocate Adam Lee Sietz shares how improv comedy helped him navigate ADHD.
What Is Universal Design? with Alex Norman | EDB 341
Access Built CEO Alex Norman shares the tenants of universal design, his journey to achieve inclusive living.
Understanding Emotional Regulation, with Terri Duncan | EDB 339
Expert and author Terri Duncan explains the importance of emotional regulation, and offers ways to support those with emotional disregulation.
The Epilepsy Gangster, with Tim Ulmer | EDB 338
Self-advocate Tim Ulmer shares his journey with epilepsy, and talks about his show Epilepsy Gangster.
Understanding FASD: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders, with Rebecca Tillou | EDB 337
VIDEO – Self-advocate and author Rebecca Tillou shares the realities of life with FASD, and her journey towards getting a diagnosis at age 33.
The Symphony Composed by Non-Verbal Autistic Man | Week in Neurodiversity
VIDEO – This week’s episode highlights “Unforgettable Sunrise”, a symphony composed by a nonverbal autistic man named Jacob Rock.
Autism & Job Corps, with Megan MacKay | EDB 335
VIDEO – Autism self-advocate and therapist Megan MacKay discusses her role with Job Corps, and how it can help the neurodivergent population.
2024 In Review: Supporting Neurodiversity | EDB 334
VIDEO – In the second part of our review of 2024, we hear from some of the people making a difference for the neurodiversity community including Dr. Jennie Trocchio, Cheryl Checkers, Aisha McDonald & more!
Device Helps People with Cerebral Palsy Walk | Week in Neurodiversity
VIDEO – We look at a new device that can help people with cerebral palsy and other mobility challenges walk.
Boy Scout with Cerebral Palsy On His Way to Eagle Status | Week in Neurodiversity
VIDEO – This week’s episode highlights Zack Gridley, a young boy scout with cerebral palsy who is on his way to Eagle Scout status!
Project S.A.L.T.: Creating Self-Advocate Leaders, with Univ. of Miami’s Shelly Baer & Jairo Arana | EDB 319
VIDEO – University of Miami’s Shelly Baer & Jairo Arana discuss the Self-Advocate Leadership Training (SALT) program.
Boy With Cerebral Palsy Discovers Love of Running | Week in Neurodiversity
VIDEO – This week’s episode looks at a 9 year old boy with cerebral palsy who, after surgeries on his legs, has discovered a lock for running!
Individualized Learning for the Neurodivergent, with Christina Sullivan | EDB 311
VIDEO – Evolve Learning Community’s Christina Sullivan discusses how the micro-school gives unique support to students that have struggled in traditional classrooms.
The First Sheriff’s Deputy with Down Syndrome | Week in Neurodiversity
VIDEO – This week’s episode focuses on Officer Jeff Rhinerson, a man with Down syndrome who was recently sworn in as a Sheriff’s Deputy in Kentucky.
Artist With ADHD Creates A Children’s Book You Can Visit | Week in Neurodiversity
VIDEO – In this episode, we look at an artist with ADHD who has created a series of murals throughout Arizona, depicting the pages of his new children’s book “Sam & Sara”.
Neurodiversity Self-Advocate Spotlight: Zachary Tovin’s Autism Journey | EDB 318
VIDEO – Zachary Tovin shares his perspective on being an autism self-advocate.
Wearable Robot for Parkinson’s Mobility Issues | Week in Neurodiversity
VIDEO – We look at a new soft wearable robot for Parkinson’s disease patients, developed in a joint effort between research teams at Harvard and Boston University.
Free Safe Sensory Rooms for Neurodiverse Families | Week in Neurodiversity
VIDEO – In this episode, we’ll be looking at a nonprofit creating safe sensory rooms for neurodivergent families!
“I’m Dying To Tell You” with Dr. Mark Goulston | EDB 308
VIDEO – Author & psychiatrist Dr. Mark Goulston shares the peace and wisdom he has found while facing cancer.
Autism & Entrepreneurship, with Nicole Igarashi | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 148
AUDIO – In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts speak with self-advocate, writer, and entrepreneur Nicole Igarashi, aka The Autistic Burnout.
Tackling Autistic Underemployment, with Louise Stone | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 147
Hosts Haley Moss & Dr Lori Butts speak with self-advocate Louise Stone about her work at auticon US, and the challenges of autistic underemployment.
All About Advocacy | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 143
AUDIO – We reflect on the advocacy experiences of previous guests, including Jennifer Cook, Morénike Giwa Onaiwu, Lauren Melissa Ellzey & more!
Diversity in Medical School, with BUSM’s Angelique Harris, PhD, MA | EDB 279
VIDEO – BUSM’s Associate Dean of Diversity & Inclusion Dr. Angelique Harris discusses her work ending stigma in higher education.
Cultural Learning & Cultural Special Education: A Different Way Of Thinking About Neurodiversity
Self-advocate Ross Edelstein discusses the concept of “cultural special education”, and how it can be beneficial to the neurodivergent community.
Understanding NVLD, with Ryan Lundy | EDB 272
VIDEO – Self-advocate Ryan Lundy shares his experiences with NVLD – Nonverbal Learning Disorder.
Autistic DJ Follows His Dream | W.I.N.
(VIDEO – 1min 54sec) In this episode, we’ll be finding out about an autistic DJ who is following his dreams while inspiring others.
Overcoming Self-Defeat, with Dr. Mark Goulston | EDB 240
(VIDEO – 31 mins) Author & psychiatrist Dr. Mark Goulston returns to share tips for overcoming self-defeating behaviors.
Living With Tuberous Sclerosis, with Preston Fitzgerald | EDB 239
(VIDEO – 11 mins) Self-advocate Preston Fitzgerald discusses tuberous sclerosis.