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Today’s Autistic Moment: A Podcast for Autistic Adults by An Autistic Adult

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Explore, Engage, Empower: Today's Autistic Moment-The Podcast for Intersectional Autistic Adult Communities Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/2daysautistic/support

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Explore, Engage, Empower: Today's Autistic Moment-The Podcast for Intersectional Autistic Adult Communities Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/2daysautistic/support

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English


Episodes

Emerging Autistic Women

3/16/2024
Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcripts. Autistic women are emerging with vitality to add their voices to the Neurodiversity Movement. No where is this more clear than AutisticaPalooza, an upcoming 2 1/2-day conference for and by Autistic women with a speaker line up dominated by Autistic women. Nigel Rising, Esq., founded Autistic Women Emerging (AWE), the event organizer, for the purpose of engaging activities that will reduce the suicide rate of Autistic women. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/2daysautistic/support

Duration:01:20:44

Education for Autistic Women

3/2/2024
Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcripts. To start off Women's History Month, we begin by taking a look at education for Autistic Women. Due to the misinformation about Autistic women, they are often at a terrible disadvantage when it comes to education. Karen Timm is an educator who will talk about education for Autistic women, and what is needed to advocate for their learning needs. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/2daysautistic/support

Duration:01:15:01

Education & Healthcare Disparities for Black Autistic Adults

2/18/2024
Go to todaysautsiticmoment.com for the transcripts. Precious Lesley joins Philip to explore the intricate intersectionality of race, gender, and socioeconomic status in the experience of Black Autistic Adults specifically within the realms of education and healthcare. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/2daysautistic/support

Duration:00:56:01

To Be Pro-Neurodiversity is to Be Anti-Racist

2/4/2024
Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcript. Join us for an insightful discussion with Jen White-Johnson, An ADHD Black, Boricua Mother of an Autistic child and Art Activist for Disability Culture & Justice. We'll explore the intersectionality of Neurodiversity and racial justice, addressing the presence of racism within the movement. Learn how to actively promote inclusivity and equality in advocating for Neurodiversity while acknowledging and addressing the biases in diagnostic criteria. This conversation strives to empower individuals to work together for a more just and inclusive advocacy movement. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/2daysautistic/support

Duration:01:16:55

Emergency Preparedness Planning for Autistic Adults

1/21/2024
Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcript. Exploring the importance of emergency preparedness for Autistic Adults, Eric Ringgenberg, Director of Education Programs at The Autism Society of Minnesota, will join Philip to delve into creating personalized plans. The discussion will encompass identifying and planning for emergencies, providing insights into how emergencies can impact the diverse communities within the Autistic culture. The conversation aims to empower Autistic Adults with strategies to understand, prepare for, and navigate emergencies effectively. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/2daysautistic/support

Duration:01:06:18

Details and Practices for Autistic Adults to be Employed

1/7/2024
Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcripts. Click on the specific episode follow the description to the written transcript and the transcript you can read from the website. Daren Howard, the Deputy Director at The Autism Society of Minnesota, will join Philip to discuss the employment landscape for Autistic Adults. The conversation will cover effective strategies for job seekers, the push to eliminate subminimum wages, and securing accommodations from employers. The dialogue will extend to promising practices in recruiting and selecting Neurodiverse talent, as well as the rights and responsibilities of Neurodiverse individuals in the workplace. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/2daysautistic/support

Duration:01:26:57

Autistic Professionals Supporting the Autistic Community

12/17/2023
Concluding Season 3 on a high note Philip will be joined by Angela (AJ) Locashio to explore the impactful contributions of Autistic Professionals supporting their communities. From authors to life coaches and mental health professionals, we’ll celebrate the diverse roles these individuals play. The conversation aims to encourage support for the work of Autistic Professionals fostering a sense of community and collaboration within the Autistic community. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/2daysautistic/support

Duration:01:18:09

Planning Neuro-Affirming Holiday Social Events

12/3/2023
Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcripts. Planning Neuro-Affirming Holiday Social Events is crucial for a positive experience for Neurodivergents. In a recent conversation, Mitchell Schaps from MNeurodivergent sat down with me to share some insights on creating inclusive events for Neurodivergents. Considering sensory needs by providing spaces for self-regulation including recharging empty social batteries are just some of the things Mitchell suggested. Listen to this episode to hear more of Mitchell's ideas. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/2daysautistic/support

Duration:01:01:29

Neuro-Affirming Therapy Options for Autistics

11/19/2023
Go to todaysautisticmoment.com to find the transcripts and other information mentioned on the show. What do Neuro-Affirming therapy options look like for Autistics? What do Neuro-Affirming therapies do that are different from other therapies that are currently used? Neuro-Affirming therapies help Autistics to discover their strengths and identities that give them confidence in themselves as they are. Sarah Dwan is a Disability Advocate and an Autistic who lives in Waterford, Ireland. Sarah Dwan joins Philip to talk about what Neuro-Affirming means, and why therapies that affirm Neurodivergents are so important. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/2daysautistic/support

Duration:01:08:10

Overlapping Triggers & Soothers in Autistic Relationships

11/5/2023
Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcripts. Each Autistic individual has their unique blend of what triggers or soothes them. Subjects that trigger the fight or flight response. Sensory needs such as loud music is your partner's soother, but it is your trigger. Watching the same TV show over and over again is your soother, but it is your partner's trigger. You are Autistic and ADHD, your soothers and triggers will overlap. Ashlyn Baker is a mental health professional and owner of the podcast I Married Your Therapist. Listen to Ashlyn and I talk about how to work with overlapping triggers and soothers. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/2daysautistic/support

Duration:01:09:46

Addressing Fat Phobia for Autistic Adults

10/15/2023
Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcript. One aspect of being Autistic that has many pieces to it is food. Autistics can have sensory issues with food textures and digesting certain foods. There is also another sensory matter for Autistics that is interoception. Interoception is how the body communicates messages to the brain such as "I am hungry" "I am thirsty." "I am full, stop eating." "I haven't eaten in a while, please feed me." These can be why many Autistics have eating disorders that includes being fat. Kelly Lenza is an Autistic and an amazing self-advocate for Autistics who live in larger bodies. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/2daysautistic/support

Duration:01:16:17

Neuroqueering: Time for Action

10/1/2023
Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcripts. Dr. Nick Walker is the author of the book Neuroqueer Heresies: Notes on the Neurodiversity Paradigm, Autistic Empowerment, and Postnormal Possibilities. Dr. Walker coined the word Neuroqueer and applied the queer theory to the discussions about Neurodivergents. According to Dr. Walker, Neuroqueer is a verb that urges us to make the decision that Autistics and other Neurodivergents will accept ourselves for who we are and not try to fit ourselves into what society has constructed as a "normal brain" s. a "different brain." Dr. Walker will bring her perspective to the conversations about Neurodiversity, sexual orientation and gender identity that will challenge us to rethink how we understand and act. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/2daysautistic/support

Duration:01:18:50

Conflict Resolution

9/17/2023
Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcript. Autistic Adults face more conflict than just about any group of people. Our challenges with verbal and nonverbal communication, finding our social support networks, and the stigmas imposed by our disabilities can burn us out. If the conflicts we have with others doesn’t weigh us down, our interior conflict with ourselves most certainly will. Autistics need strategies for conflict resolution. Join my guest Dr. Devon Price and I to help us understand where our conflicts come from, and how we can work towards resolving them. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/2daysautistic/support

Duration:01:06:27

Suicide Prevention for Autistic Adults

9/3/2023
Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcripts. According to a study by Cassidy et al in 2018, 66% of newly diagnosed Autistic Adults experienced suicidal ideation. That is 17% higher than the general population. There are many reasons why Autistic Adults experience suicidal ideation. Lisa understands first-hand what being in a state of crisis is for Autistics. Lisa is an Autistic Adults and a life coach for Autistics who find themselves in crisis situations. It is so important for Autistic Adults and their caregivers to listen this episode. You just might save someone’s life. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/2daysautistic/support

Duration:01:10:17

Autistics Transitioning to Adulthood

8/20/2023
Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcript. This is a special show for Autistics going through the transition into adulthood. You have gone through your years in school and being looked after by your parents and caregivers. There are some major changes that occur as you become an adult. Many programs that are in place to assist Autistics transition to adulthood are not adequate to meet their needs. Robert Schmus joins me for segments 2 and 3. Robert is a mental health professional who works with adolescents who are Autistic. Robert will join me to talk about his work to help Autistics transition to adulthood. Emily Goldberg from The Autism Mentorship Program joins me to talk about how a mentorship program for Autistic Adults to mentor Autistic Teens can help with the transition to adulthood. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/2daysautistic/support

Duration:01:02:17

Self-Care After Autistic Diagnosis/Identification

8/6/2023
Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcript. If you or someone you know has just been self-identified or diagnosed by a professional, this episode is especially for you. If you have been identified as Autistic for a long time and wondered about some things that happened right after, this show is for you too. Getting an Autism diagnosis changes your life. If you are late identified because you are over 30, 40, 50 or 60 years old, it changes your entire life history. You may feel angry, sad, relieved, happy, grieve, or do all of these at once or over time. Your perception of yourself will change. Other’s perception of you will change. How do you take care of yourself during this time of incredible change? Listen to Becca, Carole, Scott, and myself as we share our stories and advice to help you at this most crucial time in your life. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/2daysautistic/support

Duration:01:27:37

Self-Care During Emotional Avalanches

7/16/2023
Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcript. One experience most Autistics have had is emotional avalanches. You feel really happy one minute, then the next, something happens and your emotions avalanche and take all your happiness with them. Michelle will join me to talk about some great self-care tips for Autistics in those emotional avalanche moments. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/2daysautistic/support

Duration:00:59:37

Self-Care Through Creating Good Boundaries

7/2/2023
Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcript. Autistics have the right to have boundaries that keep us safe from abuse. Autistics are often told that we do not keep the boundaries of others, but we have neurotypicals violating our boundaries all the time. Matthew Lawrence is a life coach who works with Autistics to develop good boundaries. Join Matthew and I as we talk about the boundaries that Autistics need for our personal health. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/2daysautistic/support

Duration:01:08:13

Autistic Fathers Celebrate Father’s Day Too

6/18/2023
Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcript. In a society where neurotypicals are “normal” and ableism is accepted on a conscious and sub-conscious level, a father is the masculine bread winner in the family who is a model of self-discipline and ingenuity. Daren Howard who is the Deputy Director at the Autism Society of Minnesota joins me to talk about what being an Autistic father means for him. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/2daysautistic/support

Duration:01:11:10

What Successfully Autistic and Queer Really Means

6/4/2023
Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcript. When most people hear the words successfully Autistic & Queer, they digress to what those words mean from a neurotypical, ableist and straight point of view of what success is. Dr. Devon Price who is the author of the books Unmasking Autism: Discovering the New Faces of Neurodiversity and Laziness Does Not Exist will talk about what being successful as Autistics and Queer really means. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/2daysautistic/support

Duration:01:08:27