Exploring Different Brains

A video interview series featuring in-depth conversations with advocates, experts, and individuals from all walks of neurodiversity—highlighting stories, research, and lived experiences across the spectrum.

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Exploring Different Brains is a weekly video and audio podcast series featuring extended interviews with neurodivergent self-advocates, scientists, doctors, educators, therapists, and others making a difference for the community
Each episode provides valuable perspectives from diverse voices in the neurodiversity community, creating a platform for understanding, acceptance, and advocacy. Our mission is to bridge gaps in understanding and promote a more inclusive society through meaningful conversation
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What is Different Brains? Advocating for Neurodiversity From Autism to Alzheimer’s | EDB 100

(21 mins) In this special 100th episode, Hackie Reitman, M.D. explains what Different Brains® stands for through the words

Fostering Self-Advocacy in People with Autism, with Michael McManmon, Ed.D. | EDB 99

(23 mins) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman continues his conversation with Michael McManmon, Ed.D.. Michael is a speaker,

The College Internship Program: Helping the Neurodiverse Find Careers, with Michael McManmon, Ed.D. | EDB 98

(23 mins) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Michael McManmon, Ed.D. -- a speaker, writer, artist, psychologist, and
Caring For Your Mental Health, with Lori Butts J.D., PH.D. | EDB 97

Caring For Your Mental Health, with Lori Butts J.D., PH.D. | EDB 97

(16 mins) In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with returning guest and Different Brains board member Lori Butts,