EP 802 | NeuroNugget #2: See Their Potential, Respect Their Challenges

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EP 802 | NeuroNugget #2: See Their Potential, Respect Their Challenges
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What if the smallest shifts in perspective could create the biggest changes at home? In this NeuroNugget, we share why seeing your child’s potential while respecting their challenges can help build a stronger framework for growth. Plus, we dive into our very first Listener Letter on navigating self-harm behaviors with Read more

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IRL – Hope or Hype? The Science Behind Stem Cells and Autism with Dr. Eric Weiss

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IRL - Hope or Hype? The Science Behind Stem Cells and Autism with Dr. Eric Weiss
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Can stem cells really help autistic individuals—or is it all just hype? 🧬 In this episode, physician and autism dad Dr. Eric Weiss dives into the science of neuroinflammation, the promise and risks of stem cell therapy, and his personal journey raising an autistic son. 🎧 A must-listen for parents Read more

EP 774 – Rethinking Friendship Through An Autistic Lens

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EP 774 - Rethinking Friendship Through An Autistic Lens
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Tired of worrying that your autistic child doesn’t have a “friend group”? What if we’ve been measuring friendship all wrong? In this episode, we unpack why fewer friends isn’t always a red flag—and how autistic people often crave connection in different, meaningful ways that break the neurotypical mold. Unlock 5 Read more

EP 773 – Homeschooling: Is It the Right Fit?

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EP 773 - Homeschooling: Is It the Right Fit?
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What if your child isn’t struggling to learn—just learning in the wrong environment? Today, we’re exploring a big question: Should we homeschool our autistic twice-exceptional (2e) children? Between 24% and 38% of homeschooled children have special needs, compared to only 14% in public schools. Many families are turning to homeschooling Read more

EP 772 – Would You Rather: Autism Parenting Edition

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EP 772 - Would You Rather: Autism Parenting Edition
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Ever been stuck choosing between listening to your kid’s special interest monologue or looping the Disney intro for 3 hours straight? SAME. In this hilarious and painfully relatable episode, we play a game of “Would You Rather: Autism Parent Edition,” tackling the wild, weird, and wonderfully chaotic scenarios only we Read more

IRL – The Secret to Inclusive Employment for Autistic Creators with Diane Strand

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IRL - The Secret to Inclusive Employment for Autistic Creators with Diane Strand
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What if your child’s passion for art, media, or tech could become a real career? In this episode, we sit down with Diane Strand—founder of a groundbreaking program helping autistic youth and adults land real jobs in the creative industry. We’re talking jobs that light them up, work environments that Read more

IRL – A Legacy Of Hope: How Brain Donation Could Spark Change with Dr. David Amaral

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IRL - A Legacy Of Hope: How Brain Donation Could Spark Change with Dr. David Amaral
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What if the key to understanding autism isn’t in behavior… but in the brain itself? In this enlightening conversation, Dr. David Amaral of the UC Davis MIND Institute reveals the one topic that could change everything: brain donation. It’s sensitive. It’s rarely discussed. But it could unlock answers we’ve been Read more

EP 768 – Not Ghosting, Just Surviving

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EP 768 - Not Ghosting, Just Surviving
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Ever feel like your social life disappeared the moment you became an autism parent? You’re not alone — and you’re not a bad friend. In this episode, we get real about the hidden struggles no one talks about: canceled plans, isolation, misunderstood boundaries, and the guilt that tags along. If Read more

EP 767 – Embracing Progress, Not Perfection

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EP 767 - Embracing Progress, Not Perfection
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It’s Autism Acceptance Month! While we’re celebrating our kids’ progress, we’re also facing new uncertainties—our newest member of the family is showing some early signs of autism, but is it too soon to tell? In this episode, we share our journey of balancing optimism with caution, the emotional side of Read more

EP 766 – Finding Their Voice: Empowering-Self Advocacy

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EP 766 - Finding Their Voice: Empowering-Self Advocacy
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Teaching self-advocacy to autistic kids can feel impossible—but it doesn’t have to be! We’re breaking down why it’s so hard and sharing practical tips to help your child express their needs, no matter how they communicate. You don’t want to miss this! Support our mission and unlock exclusive perks, Become Read more