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Ali & John return from the void to reveal their daughter's Christmas gifts, based on her current micro-interests. RESOURCE LINKS: This Ain't Holland - Autism Moms - Ali and Natasha's new TikTok/Insta site about being Autism Moms! Paper Stilettos - the site we purchased frowning Elsa and Anna dolls Barbie Helen Keller doll Sensory Overload Instagram Sensory Overload Facebook

THIS IS IT! THE ONE YOU'VE BEEN WAITING FOR! Ali & John hit you with a rant about the government's latest nonsense about vaccines and autism. THAT'S RIGHT Y'ALL'S, WE'RE GOIN' WOKE. (Podcast is free, so we can't go broke. Nyah-nyah.) RESOURCE LINKS: So many details about this campaign to maintain Medicaid and how to contact your Senators and Representatives, what you could say, how to learn more, etc. A treasure trove: https://autisticadvocacy.org/2025/05/tell-your-legislators-protect-medicaid-2/ Weekly templates to advocate for various issues: https://projectmailstorm.carrd.co/ https://postcardstovoters.org/ There are always elections that need our help, especially crucial local ones. Here’s a grounded way to help from home. Sensory Overload Instagram Sensory Overload Facebook

Ali & John welcome special guest Michael Pereira, creator of The Autism Voyage blog, to discuss financial planning for parents of Special Needs. The Autism Voyage Sensory Overload Instagram Sensory Overload Facebook

Ali & John return to the mics for 2025 and our very special guest... fire. Lots of fire. And also, we talk about the trash fire that is Special Education. So it's like a themed episode, dig? L.A.'s new favorite app, Watch Duty: Watch Duty GoFundMes of peoples we know who lost homes in the fires: Help the Apodaca and Fenard Families The Soul Points Fund Eaton Fire Community Relief Displaced Black Families GoFundMe Relief The Collaboration LA Fire Response Sensory Overload Instagram Sensory Overload Facebook

Ali & John celebrate their daughter's imminent graduation from ABA. Sensory Overload Instagram Sensory Overload Facebook

Ali & John talk about perseverating behavior, and the upcoming election. Your Rights as a Voter With a Disability (CA) Voting With a Disability Sensory Overload Instagram Sensory Overload Facebook

Bethany returns to the show to talk Halloween and playing soccer inside the house. Sensory Overload Instagram Sensory Overload Facebook

Ali & John talk about the business of family meetings. Colin Farrell Interview - Colin Farrell Foundation Colin Farrell Foundation The Fair Play Book Sensory Overload Instagram Sensory Overload Facebook

Tiny steps become bigger progressions. Sensory Overload Instagram Sensory Overload Facebook

Ali was recently a panelist at WonderCon, and our daughter was able to sit in attendance! We discuss this and how church camps are the best place to discover D&D. Sensory Overload Instagram Sensory Overload Facebook

Theme parks are once AGAIN changing their disability pass guidelines. Ali & John have thoughts. Washington Post: "Some Disney Fans Abused Disability Access to Skip Lines. Now Rules Are Changing." IBCCES Accessibility Card Sensory Overload Instagram Sensory Overload Facebook

The value of surprises and Legos. Sensory Overload Instagram Sensory Overload Facebook

Ali & John celebrate 50 episodes (!) with stories about traveling to Antioch, and the fine art of Redirection. Zachary's Pizza - the yummy Oakland pizza we had Open Mind Music - the delightful Oakland shop we purchased rekkids from Sensory Overload Instagram Sensory Overload Facebook

We welcome special guest Dr. Rebekah McKendry, director of the movie "Glorious," award-winning podcaster, and parent of Strummer, an autistic six-year-old bug enthusiast! Autism! The Musical Watch Ali's Christmas (horror) movie! iTunes AMC+ Shudder Hear John's podcasts! The Book of John The Hold Up Sensory Overload Instagram Sensory Overload Facebook

Ali & John talk about giving Bethany options... by severely limiting her options. Watch Ali's movie! iTunes AMC+ Shudder Hear John's podcasts! The Book of John The Hold Up Sensory Overload Instagram Sensory Overload Twitter Sensory Overload Facebook

Ali & John are raising an independent little Swiftie. Watch Ali's movie! iTunes AMC+ Shudder Hear John's podcasts! The Book of John The Hold Up Sensory Overload Instagram Sensory Overload Twitter Sensory Overload Facebook

Ali & John talk about their long road to parenthood, including fertility problems, and a miscarriage. Our guest appearance on Parenting Understood Podcast Watch Ali's movie! iTunes AMC+ Shudder Hear John's new podcast! The Book of John Hear John's old podcast! The Hold Up Sensory Overload Instagram Sensory Overload Twitter Sensory Overload Facebook

We're very excited to be joined by special guests Jessica Rodriguez (Pediatric Physical Therapist) & Brittany Benson (Pediatric Occupational Therapist]! We talk PT, OT, how the two overlap, how they differ, and everything in-between. [Also, guest-starring Jessica's son, who chatters and plays with toys in the background, so it's a little louder than usual, but he's very cute] Jessica's Swim Therapy: SNAP: Special Needs Aquatic Physical Therapy Jessica & Brittany's recommended sites: The OT Toolbox The Star Institute The Sleep Lady Pink Oatmeal Dinosaur Physical Therapy SOS Feeding Therapy SPD (Sensory Processing Disorder) Foundation Books: - Sensational Kids by Lucy Jane Miller - The Out of Sync Child- Carol Stock Kranpwitz Watch Ali's movie, now on Hulu! iTunes AMC+ Shudder Hear John's new podcast! The Book of John Hear John's old podcast! The Hold Up Sensory Overload Instagram Sensory Overload Twitter Sensory Overload Facebook

Ali & John lay bare their latest marital disputes for you to enjoy and laugh at. Watch Ali's movie! iTunes AMC+ Shudder Hear John's new podcast! The Book of John Hear John's old podcast! The Hold Up Sensory Overload Instagram Sensory Overload Twitter Sensory Overload Facebook

We welcome special guest Michelle Tangeman, BCBA, LMFT, and co-host of the podcast "Parenting Understood!" Links from the show: Parenting Understood Michelle Tangeman's therapy website Thriving Toddler Association For Science In Autism Treatment The California Evidence-Based Clearinghouse For Child Welfare Watch Ali's movie! iTunes AMC+ Shudder Hear John's new podcast! The Book of John Sensory Overload Instagram Sensory Overload Twitter Sensory Overload Facebook