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The Journey of an Autism Mom, with Dr. April J. Lisbon | EDB 183

(19 minutes) Autism coach & strategist, school psychologist, author, and mom Dr. April J....
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Can Virtual Reality Treat PTSD?

(VIDEO – 3min 28sec) In this episode: a video of a teen with Down...
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Meaningful Employment & Autism: A Self-Advocate’s Perspective

Autism self-advocate Aaron Bouma discusses what he considers meaningful employment, and explores the challenges...
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Dealing With Unwanted & Inappropriate Attention, with Autism Self-Advocate Amy Gravino | Spectrumly Speaking 75

(AUDIO - 42 mins) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts...
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High School Student Creates Early Detection Tool for Parkinson’s

(VIDEO - 3min 38sec) In this episode: an 11 yr-old boy with autism finds...
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Neurodiversity & The Law, w/ Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren, Haley Moss, and more | EDB 165

(25 minutes) In this special episode, Hackie Reitman, M.D. welcomes various legal experts and...
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The Backstreet Boys Honor Fans With Down Syndrome

(VIDEO - 4 minutes) In this episode: a janitor’s comforting gesture for a student...
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Helping Autism Parents Through Preventive Medicine

Shaudae McMillan discusses the challenges autism parents have when seeking support for themselves, and...
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Parenting for Success on the Spectrum, with Sherry Moss | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 74

(AUDIO - 55 minutes) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts...
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Rabbi with ALS Travels Across Country for Son’s Bar Mitzvah

(VIDEO - 3min 52sec) In this episode: a teen with autism is chosen as...
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‘It Chapter 2’ Star Bill Hader On His Battle With Anxiety

(VIDEO - 3 min 42 sec) In this episode: Down Syndrome of Louisville performs...
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Living Racialized Autism, with Morénike Giwa Onaiwu | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 73

(AUDIO - 60 minutes) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts...
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Relating To Kids In a Way That Can Optimize Their Development

Lina Maria Moyano, Ed.D., L.C.S.W. covers some of the principles that can assist parents...
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How Dolphin Therapy Is Helping Kids With Special Needs

(VIDEO - 3min 44sec) In this episode: a dolphin therapy program is helping those...
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Woman With Down Syndrome Becomes Mail Carrier For A Day

(VIDEO - 3 min 41 sec) In this episode: a woman with Down syndrome...
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Neurodiverse Yoga, with Mikhaela Ackerman | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 72

(AUDIO - 28 minutes) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts...
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Woman with Parkinson’s Surprised With a Service Dog on Good Morning America – W.I.N.

(VIDEO - 3 min 38 sec) In this episode: we meet an improv group...
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The “Real” Wanda: Becoming an Openly Autistic Mom

Advocate Wanda Deschamps discusses the emotional challenges that led to her diagnosis with autism...
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Fighting Alzheimer’s Through Flag Football

(VIDEO - 3 min 40 sec) In this episode: the Philadelphia Eagles raise $475,000...
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Early Autism Diagnoses, with Brian Udell M.D. “The Autism Doctor” | EDB 177

(VIDEO - 23 mins) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with “The Autism...
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Managing Stress | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 71

(AUDIO - 33 minutes) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts...
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The Growing Movement for Sensory-Accommodating Airports

Derek Dunston takes a look at the growing trend for airports to accommodate the...
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Eagles Quarterback Carson Wentz Makes The Day of Fan With Rare Genetic Disorder

(VIDEO - 3min 33sec) In this episode: a personal trainer starts a program for...
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Embracing Autism in College

Eric Endlich, Ph.D., autism self-advocate, clinical psychologist, and founder of Top College Consultants, discusses...
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Surfers Help Man With Alzheimer’s Ride The Waves

(VIDEO - 3 min 32 sec) In this episode: a woman walks 500 miles...
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NeuroGuides: Helping People With Autism Succeed, with J. David Hall | EDB 175

(VIDEO - 28 mins) In this episode, Hackie Reitman, M.D. speaks with autism self-advocate...
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Animating Autism, with Dani Bowman | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 70

(AUDIO - 32 minutes) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts...
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Man With ALS Realizes Dream of Flying a Glider

(VIDEO - 3 min 33 sec) In this episode: a man with ALS goes...
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Graduation Audience Gives Silent Ovation to Sound-Sensitive Man with Autism

(VIDEO - 3 min 42 sec) In this episode: a 17-yr-old with Down syndrome...
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Independent Living Strategies, with Mikhaela Ackerman | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 69

(AUDIO - 29 minutes) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts...
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Boy With Down Syndrome Meets His Disney Idol

(VIDEO - 3 min 35 sec) In this episode: a boy with Down syndrome...
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Noise Sensitivity On The Autism Spectrum

Autism self-advocate Eric Zimmerman discusses how he copes with noise sensitivity issues....
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How MLB Star Albert Pujols Made The Day of a Fan With Down Syndrome

(VIDEO - 3 mins 25 sec) In this episode, a summer camp teaches sailing...
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Workplace Challenges for Women with Autism, with Marcie Ciampi M.Ed. (Samantha Craft) | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 68

(AUDIO - 51 mins) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts...
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Tony Award Winner Ali Stroker’s Message to Anyone with Challenges

(VIDEO - 3min 34sec) In this episode: Joe Namath discusses addiction, Broadway star Ali...
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The College Living Experience, with Stephanie Martin | EDB 155

(VIDEO - 22 minutes) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Stephanie Martin,...
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Buying a Car on The Autism Spectrum

Autism self-advocate Eric Zimmerman discusses his fixation with cars, and the issues that people...
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Did Hit Song “Old Town Road” Help a Nonverbal Boy With Autism Speak?

(VIDEO - 3min 40sec) In this episode: NBA star Kevin Durant befriends a young...
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Woman Becomes Miss Florida’s First Competitor With Autism

Tampa Bay, Florida local, Rachel Barcellona, makes history as the first competitor for the...
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Experiential Learning: Social-Emotional Growth Through Storytelling

Eva Grayzel discusses how she uses storytelling for social development in kids,...
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Autism Hiring Initiatives and the Importance of Workplace Inclusion

Marcelle Ciampi, M.Ed. discusses the importance of combining workplace diversity, inclusion, and ongoing support...
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The Psychology of Acculturation, with Pei-Fen Li, Ph.D. of Nova Southeastern University | EDB 170

(VIDEO - 27 minutes) Hackie Reitman, M.D. explores acculturation with Pei Fen Li, Ph.D....
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Farewells & New Beginnings | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 66

(AUDIO - 14 mins) In this episode, host Becca Lory Hector and Dr. Katherine...
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Blind Singer with Autism Stuns “America’s Got Talent” Judges

(VIDEO - 3 min 21 sec) In this episode: a blinder singer with autism...
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Rappelling 100 Feet For Dyslexia Funding

(VIDEO - 3 min 16 sec) In this episode: a program makes theater more...
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What Parents Should Know About Autism & Sexuality, with Amy Gravino | EDB 169

(VIDEO - 27 mins) Dr. Hackie Reitman talks with autism and sexuality expert Amy...
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Down Syndrome’s Latest 3 Year Old Ambassador!

(3 min 24 sec) In this episode: a 3-yr-old with Down syndrome becomes the...
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‘Game of Thrones’ Star Sophie Turner Discusses Depression

(3 min 20 sec) In this episode: Al Roker discusses raising a son with...
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Highlighting Strong Women in Zoom Autism Magazine, with Jodi Murphy | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 65

(38 mins) In this episode, host Katherine Cody, Psy.D. and guest co-host Haley Moss...
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Texas Brothers Turn Dares Into Dollars For Alzheimer’s

(3min 44sec) In this episode: a pair of brothers find interesting ways to raise...
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How Traveling Has Helped my OCD

Autism self-advocate Eric Zimmerman discusses the challenges posed by his co-occurring OCD, and how...
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Our Autism Journey with a Canine Companion

Pamela Minelli details how a canine companion changed the life of her son with...
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Autism in Speculative Fiction, with Ada Hoffmann | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 64

(22 mins) In this episode, host Katherine Cody, Psy.D. and guest co-host Haley Moss...
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Singer Billie Eilish Discusses Having Tourette’s

(3 min 27 sec) In this episode: a PDQ employee with Down syndrome becomes...
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We Belong: Honoring Neurodiverse and Specially Abled Musicians

Musician and educator Joseph S. Lento share his new project for highlighting the accomplishments...
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Autism, Restraints, & The Law, with Kimberley Spire-Oh | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 63

(33 mins) In this episode, hosts Katherine Cody, Psy.D. and Becca Lory, CAS, BCCS...
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5 Year Old With Down Syndrome Becomes International Ambassador

(3 min 33 sec) In this episode: a California boy with Down syndrome becomes...
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Boy with Autism Attended Oxford at Age 6, Now Looks to Change the World

Joshua Beckford, a boy from Tottenham, England with high-functioning autism, was the youngest person...
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The Professional Advantage of Neurodiversity, with Marcie Ciampi M.Ed. | EDB 164

(18 minutes) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman talks again with Marcie Ciampi, author,...
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Developing Healthy Relationships for Young Adults with Autism & Learning Differences

Pilar Page, MSW and Mike Vaughn, M.Ed. of the College Internship Program (CIP) highlight...
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Everyday Asperger’s: Crafting a Life on the Autism Spectrum, with Samantha Craft | EDB 163

(24 minutes) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman talks with Marcie Ciampi M.Ed., otherwise...
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Autism in April | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 62

(27 minutes) In this episode, hosts Katherine Cody, Psy.D. and Becca Lory Hector, CAS,...
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How Dance Is Helping People With Down Syndrome

(3 min 19 sec) In this episode: an adaptive dance program is offered for...
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Sesame Place® Opens First Certified Autism Center Theme Park

Partnering with the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards, Sesame Place® has...
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Maximizing Talent, with Swathi from Designs By Siri | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 61

(18 mins) In this episode, hosts Katherine Cody, Psy.D. and Becca Lory, CAS, BCCS...
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Man With Parkinson’s Sails The Great Lakes – W.I.N.

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Florida’s First Openly Autistic Lawyer, with Haley Moss | EDB 160

(18 minutes) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Haley Moss, the first...
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Mental Health On The Autism Spectrum: a Self-Advocate’s Perspective

Autism self-advocate Aaron Bouma discusses the importance of caring for mental health to avoid...
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Becoming a Lawyer With Autism, with Haley Moss | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 60

(22 mins) In this episode, hosts Katherine Cody, Psy.D. and Becca Lory, CAS, BCCS...
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UK Wowed By Dance Group With Autism

(3 min 16 sec) In this episode, a chef with Down syndrome dedicates her...
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Employment for the Uniquely Abled, with Ivan Rosenberg | EDB 158

(27 minutes) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Ivan Rosenberg, Founder and...
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Meltdowns! | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 59

(43 minutes) In this episode, hosts Katherine Cody, Psy.D. and Becca Lory Hector, CAS,...
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Gym Uses Exercise to Fight Addiction

(3 min 36 sec) In this episode: an Indiana gym helps those recovering from...
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Boy With Autism Takes Pickle Business International

(3 min 45 sec) In this episode: a Colorado student with Down syndrome hits...
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Autism & Independence: Supporting Parents Through the Transition

Amalia Starr discusses the importance of supporting parents of children with autism, and shares...
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Making Workplaces Completely Inclusive, with Kelly Bron Johnson | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 58

(21 mins) In this episode, hosts Katherine Cody, Psy.D. and Becca Lory, CAS, BCCS...
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How Tennis is Empowering Kids With Down Syndrome

(3min 50sec) In this episode: people with Down syndrome are empowered through the game...
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The Spectrum Works, with Herag Haleblian and Jessica Lee | EDB 156

(22 mins) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Herag Haleblian and Jessica...
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Exploring Different Brains: a Conversation with Dr. Hackie Reitman | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 57

(23 minutes) In this special episode, we present a recent “Exploring Different Brains” interview...
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The 11 Year Old Scrabble Master With Autism

(3 min 31 sec) In this episode: a boy with dyslexia starts a “reading...
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