Autism Knows No Borders
This podcast explores stories of challenges and breakthroughs for people impacted by autism. Hosted by Rachel Harmon from the Global Autism Project, it features conversations with self-advocates, family members, educators, and international service providers. The goal is to extend human connection and remind listeners they are not alone. Episodes are released weekly.
Episodes
What Is The Disability Cliff? Part 1 with Cammie McGovern
Discover what’s possible when success is measured in belonging.
What happens to autism services after an autistic person turns 22? The transition into adulthood can be very complex for autistic individuals. In the US, aging out of the school system means losing access to most social, educational, and vocational resources. And, unfortunately, only 15% of adults with disabilities find paid employmen
How to Increase Autism Representation in the Media, with Dr. Kerry Magro | Autism Tips & Tools
How can we increase autism representation in the media?
In this clip, Dr. Kerry Magro talks about how autism has been portrayed in the media over the last few decades, as well as about his work as an entertainment consultant on the films Jane Wants a Boyfriend and Joyful Noise, starring Queen Latifah and Dolly Parton, and on the HBO series Mrs. Fletcher.
Kerry is the author of Defining Autism From
Building Inclusive Communities, Part 2 with Jennifer Kaufman
Discover what’s possible when family, school and community unite.
How can better education and training lead to safer, more inclusive communities for autistic individuals?
This episode is part two of my conversation with Jennifer Kaufman, a former special-education school principal and the grandmother of a boy on the spectrum. We discuss what it takes to create communities where autistic individua
What is “Normal”? with Michael Gilberg | Autism Tips & Tools
What does it mean to be “normal”?
In this clip, Michael talking about redefining the meaning of “normal” and what he wishes neurotypical and autistic people understood about each other.
Michael Gilberg, a special education and disability rights attorney. Having grown up with undiagnosed Asperger’s Syndrome, Michael draws from his personal experiences in order to help his clients with first-hand in
Grandparenting on the Spectrum, Part 1 with Jennifer Kaufman
Discover what’s possible when families learn together.
How can grandparents become one of the greatest sources of support for families raising an autistic child?
If you’re curious about a grandmother’s perspective, you’ll want to listen to this episode with Jennifer Kaufman. Drawing from her roles as both a former principal at special education schools and the grandmother of a boy on the spectrum,
How Can Social Stories Help Neurodiverse Children? with Sivan Hong | Autism Tips & Tools
What are the benefits of social stories for neurodiverse children?
In this clip, author and illustrator Sivan Hong talks about the difference between social stories and traditional children’s books, why social stories are effective in teaching neurodiverse children to navigate challenging situations, and the benefits of social stories for every student in the classroom, including neurotypicals.
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The Benefits of Learning a Musical Instrument, with Stephen Flinn | Autism Tips & Tools
How can autistic individuals benefit from learning to play an instrument?
In this clip, music instructor Stephen Flinn talks about how music can help autistic students boost their focus, improve listening and communication skills, build confidence, manage stress, and strengthen motor and cognitive development.
As a master trainer of the Rhythmic Arts Project curriculum, Stephen facilitates percuss
Global Autism Partnership in India, Part 2 with Jayashree Ramesh
Discover what’s possible when constraint unlocks opportunity.
How do perceptions of autism vary across India?
If you’re curious about the role that family, culture, and community play in autism support, you’ll want to listen to this throwback episode with Jayashree Ramesh. Jayashree is the Founder and Director of the Academy for Severe Handicaps and Autism, ASHA for short, in Bangalore, India.
Autism and Voice Acting, with Scott Edgar | Autism Tips & Tools
Have you ever tried to impersonate someone’s voice for fun?
In this clip, Autistic Self-Advocate Scott Edgar shares how he turned a hobby into a career of voice acting and where he gets his inspiration from.
Scott Edgar was featured in London’s Autism’s Got Talent and has participated in the Special Olympics – competing in basketball, bowling, and powerlifting.
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Changing Perspectives in India, Part 1 with Jayashree Ramesh
Discover what’s possible when constraint unlocks opportunity.
How do perceptions of autism vary across India?
If you’re curious about the role that family, culture, and community play in autism support, you’ll want to listen to this throwback episode with Jayashree Ramesh. Jayashree is the Founder and Director of the Academy for Severe Handicaps and Autism, ASHA for short, in Bangalore, India.
Sustainable International Development, with Molly Pinney and Pooja Panesar | Autism Tips & Tools
What roles do sustainability and collaboration play at the core of the work we do at the Global Autism Project?
The following clip features the CEO of the Global Autism Project, Molly Ola Pinney, and our first-ever Global Autism Project partner, Pooja Panesar, the director of Kaizora Centre for Neurodevelopmental Therapies in Kenya.
For over 20 years, the Global Autism Project has been providing s
How Culture Shapes Understanding Neurodiversity, Part 2 with Hilai Nasib
Discover what’s possible when you break the silence.
What is the understanding of autism in Afghanistan? And the availability of services in Canada?
If you’re curious about autism support and awareness around the world, you’ll want to listen to this episode with Hilai Nasib.
Originally from Afghanistan and currently living in Canada, Hilai Nasib is the mother of a 10 year old son with autism. She
Executive Functioning, Hyper Focus, and Creativity, with Sarah Glass and Eliza Gagle | Autism Tips & Tools
What are some strategies to improve executive functioning skills?
In this clip, Sarah Glass and Eliza Cagle talk about strategies that have worked for them and how thinking out of the box and being able to hyper-focus has helped their careers.
Although they’ve never met in person, Sarah and Eliza have several things in common. They’re both mothers to children on the spectrum, Board Certified Behav
Autism in Afghanistan, Part 1 with Hilai Nasib
Discover what’s possible when you break the silence.
What is the understanding of autism in Afghanistan? And the availability of services in Canada?
If you’re curious about autism support and awareness around the world, you’ll want to listen to this episode with Hilai Nasib.
Originally from Afghanistan and currently living in Canada, Hilai Nasib is the mother of a 10 year old son with autism. She
How to Travel with Autistic Children, with Dina Farmer | Autism Tips & Tools
How can you make autism-friendly accommodations while traveling?
In this clip, Dina Farmer shares her ideas on this topic as well as how to help kids feel more included in the trip planning process.
Dina is a Certified Autism-Travel Professional, the Founder of Lily & Magnolia Travel, and the mother of an autistic boy. Her goal is to help parents plan autism-friendly family vacations while avo
Neurodiversity Training International, Part 2 with Jude Morrow
Discover what’s possible when autism is not a broken version of normal.
What is neurodiversity and why do so many autistic people embrace it?
Stick around for this episode, which is part two of my conversation with Jude Morrow, originally released on June 17, 2021.
Jude Morrow is an autism self-advocate, TEDx speaker, author, and the founder of Neurodiversity Training International, an autism ment
Accepting My Son’s Autism Diagnosis, with Jamiel Owens | Autism Tips & Tools
How does a father change his attitude about his son’s autism diagnosis?
In this clip, Jamiel Owens talks about what it was like to learn about his son’s autism and how he shifted his perspective from grief to acceptance.
Jamiel Owens is the host and creator of The Ausome Show, a co-host of The Ben & Jay Show, and a self-described all-around public server. As the father of a young adolescent bo
Autism as a Strength, Part 1 with Jude Morrow
Discover what’s possible when you nurture passions and talents first.
How can shifting the focus from deficits to strengths impact the way that autistic children view themselves?
If you’re the parent of an autistic child, or you work with children on the spectrum, you’ll want to listen to this throwback episode with Jude Morrow, where he talks about the importance of nurturing strengths. This epis
Meaningful Support at Jake’s House in Canada, with David Bodanis | Autism Tips & Tools
Want to learn about meaningful support across the lifespan for autistic individuals in Canada?
In this clip, David Bodanis talks about the support they offer at Jake’s House, a charitable organization based in Canada.
David Bodanis is the father of three young men, two of which are on the autism spectrum. Cofounded with his wife Irene, Jake’s House offers four core initiatives: annual holiday par
“Love Her Like I Do”: A Song to Raise Autism Awareness, Part 2 with Russell Allen
Discover what’s possible when every note carries hope.
What if the world could see an autistic daughter through her father’s eyes?
This episode is part two of my conversation with Russell Allen, where we talk about the creative process behind his recently released acoustic song titled “Love Her Like I Do”, about his autistic daughter Ava.
Russell is an American singer best known as the vocalist of
Intersectionality and Neurodiversity, with Tiffany Hammond | Autism Tips & Tools
How do intersectionality and neurodiversity overlap?
In this clip, Tiffany Hammond talks about how the two frameworks can be analyzed together.
Tiffany Hammond is an Autistic Self-Advocate, the mother of two boys on the spectrum, and the voice behind the blog Fidgets and Fries. As a Black and autistic woman, Tiffany aims to educate others about autism and intersectional advocacy. Her book A Day Wi
Raising My Autistic Daughter, Part 1 with Russell Allen
Discover what’s possible when you see the glass half full.
What is it like to raise a daughter who is on the autism spectrum?
If you’re curious about the experience from a father’s perspective, you’ll want to listen to this episode with Russell Allen.
Russell is an American singer best known as the vocalist of Symphony X, a band which is universally considered one of the top-tier progressive metal
How to Motivate Learning in Children, with Robert Schramm | Autism Tips & Tools
What’s the best way to foster motivation for learning in children?
In this clip, Robert Schramm explains how parents and professionals can build trust with children, creating a foundation where they feel safe, supported, and ready to learn.
Robert Schramm is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, former special-education instructor, and published author. His book The 7 Steps to Earning Instructional
Autistic-Led Peer Support Groups, Part 2 with Stephane Guidon
Discover what’s possible when you connect peer to peer.
Why is it important for peer support groups to be led by autistic individuals?
Autistic Self-Advocate Stephane Guidon shares what has worked for his peer groups at the National Autistic Society, the largest autism charity in the UK, dedicated to creating a society that works for autistic people.
This episode is part 2 of our conversation, or
What is Supported Decision-Making? with Jonathan Gardner | Autism Tips & Tools
How does supported decision-making compare to guardianship?
In this clip, Autistic Self-Advocate Jonathan Gardner talks about how supported decision-making helped him get through his cancer treatment. Jonathan a motivational speaker, cancer survivor, and supported decision-maker.
Welcome to Autism Tips & Tools, where we highlight the best practical guidance from previous episodes of Autism Kn
How to Create Successful Peer Support Groups, Part 1 with Stephane Guidon
Discover what’s possible when you connect peer to peer.
What makes a peer support group effective, and what should autistic individuals consider when looking for one?
Autistic Self-Advocate Stephane Guidon shares what has worked for his peer groups at the National Autistic Society, the largest autism charity in the UK, dedicated to creating a society that works for autistic people.
Originally fro
Light-Tech Augmentative Alternative Communication at PicSeePal, with Chris McDonald | Autism Tips & Tools
How can an autistic individual with limited access to high-tech devices still be able to express themselves using AAC?
Chris McDonald, the Founder and CEO of PicSeePal, talks about the benefits of a light-tech communication tool for all ages, abilities, and settings.
Chris is an educator, designer, and social entrepreneur from Sydney, Australia.
Welcome to Autism Tips & Tools, where we highli
Uniquely Human, Part 2 with Dr. Barry Prizant
Discover what’s possible when you shift the narrative.
What if autism were not a set of deficits but a different way of being human?
Whether you’re autistic yourself, care for someone who is, or serve autistic individuals as your profession, you’ll want to listen to this episode with Dr. Barry Prizant.
Dr. Barry Prizant is a Speech-Language Pathologist, clinical scholar, consultant, and researche
Job Coaching for Autistic Individuals, with Stephanie De Kremer and Russell Botting | Autism Tips & Tools
How can a job coach support and empower an autistic employee?
In this clip, Autistic Self-Advocate Stephanie De Kremer and her job coach Russell Botting share their ideas on this topic. At the time of this recording, Stephanie and Russell were employees at Auticon, a company that employs over 200 adults on the autism spectrum as IT consultants.
Welcome to Autism Tips & Tools, where we highlig
SCERTS: Social Communication, Emotional Regulation, and Transactional Support, Part 1 with Dr. Barry Prizant
Discover what’s possible when you learn to regulate – and you regulate to learn.
How do you regulate your emotions?
Whether you’re autistic or not, if you’re curious about practical strategies for emotional regulation, you’ll want to listen to this episode with Dr. Barry Prizant.
Dr. Barry Prizant is a Speech-Language Pathologist, clinical scholar, consultant, and researcher. He co-developed the S
Community Benefits of Homeschooling, with Hattie-Angelys Fox | Autism Tips & Tools
What are different types of community engagement and social learning that can come out of homeschooling?
In this clip, Autistic Self-Advocate Hattie-Angelys Fox shares her ideas on this topic. Angelys is a certified teacher, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, and the mother of two neurodivergent children.
Welcome to Autism Tips & Tools, where we highlight the best practical guidance from pre
Building a Healthy Relationship With Your Autistic Child, Part 2 with Lafaya Mitchell
Discover what’s possible when your responses are truly aligned with your intentions.
What is the key to understanding and connecting with your child?
If you’re the parent of a neurodivergent child, you’ll want to listen to this episode with Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Lafaya Mitchell. Lafaya is the mother of three children, two of whom are autistic.
In this conversation, we discuss:
Th
Autistic Strengths in Music, with Rawan Tuffaha and Spenser Murray | Autism Tips & Tools
How might autism affect someone’s musical strengths?
Rawan Tuffaha and Spenser Murray from The ASD Band share their personal experiences as well as tips for other autistic people who may be interested in joining a band.
The ASD Band is comprised of musicians on the autism spectrum who use their talents to raise awareness and break stereotypes.
Welcome to Autism Tips & Tools, where we highlig
Building a Healthy Relationship With Your Autistic Child, Part 1 with Lafaya Mitchell
Discover what’s possible when your responses are truly aligned with your intentions.
How can understanding family dynamics transform parent-child relationships?
If you’re the parent of a neurodivergent child, you’ll want to listen to this episode with Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Lafaya Mitchell, where she shares her innovative relational approach to supporting neurodiverse children and
Motivation and Setting Goals, with the Global Autism Community | Autism Tips & Tools
What are some strategies to stay motivated when trying to reach your goals?
In this clip, Global Autism Community members share their ideas on this topic. This roundtable discussion about Self-Development and Accountability was hosted by community moderator Michelle Vinokurov, and participants included Christina Kaspersen, Robert Schmus, Danielle Terrell, Andrew Bennett, and Corben Havener.
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What Predicts Positive Outcomes in Autism? Part 2 with Dr. Catherine Lord
Discover what’s possible when you support from the start.
What factors make the biggest difference in the quality of life of autistic individuals? Whether you’re autistic yourself, or care for an autistic loved one, you’ll want to listen to this episode with Dr. Catherine Lord. She shares some of the findings from her own groundbreaking longitudinal study, which began in 1990 and continues to foll
Misconceptions About AAC, with Tiffany Joseph | Autism Tips & Tools
What are some misconceptions about AAC and speech development?
AAC user Tiffany Joseph shares her ideas on this topic and discusses how to empower non-speaking autistic individuals.
Tiffany Joseph is the digital creator behind the IG account Nigh Functioning Autism. She uses her platform to promote the changes she wants to see in the world regarding disability and intersectionality. The voice you’
Diagnosing Autism using ADOS, Part 1 with Dr. Catherine Lord
Discover what’s possible when diagnosis opens doors.
What are considered the “gold standard” tools for diagnosing autism?
If you’re curious about the history of autism diagnoses and observational assessments, you’ll want to listen to this episode with Dr. Catherine Lord.
Dr. Lord is an American psychologist and researcher. She currently serves as a member of the International Advisory Board for T
Autism in Rwanda, with Evas Kyomugisha | Autism Tips & Tools
What’s the understanding and level of awareness of autism in Rwanda?
Evas Kyomugisha, our Global Autism Project Partner from Rwanda, talks about the stigma around autism in Rwanda, the different levels of autism acceptance among parents at her center, and how she tries to inspire hope for their children’s futures.
Evas is the founder and owner of Silver Bells, an autism center in Kigali. Silver Be
A Collectivist Approach to Services, Part 2 with Mari Cerda
Discover what’s possible when values inform the method.
How can we bridge the gap between autistic communities and traditional therapies?
If you’ve ever wondered, you’ll want to listen to part two of my conversation with Autistic BCBA Mari Cerda, which was originally released on April 22, 2021.
Mari provides professional-development training for teachers and schools on various neurodiversity-affir
Affirming Autistic Identity, with Andrew Bennett | Autism Tips & Tools
What does it mean to affirm someone’s identity?
Here’s Andrew talking about the importance of affirming autistic identity and supporting people who might be masking.
Andrew has been a dedicated member of our community since 2019. He served as a moderator in our online Global Autism Community, contributed to our Responsive Skills Training, and traveled on two SkillCorps® volunteer trips, first to t
A Collectivist Approach to Services, Part 1 with Mari Cerda
Discover what’s possible when values inform the method.
What does a culturally-informed approach to ABA look like?
If you’re interested in the intersection between neurodiversity, race, and community, you’ll want to listen to this conversation with Autistic BCBA Mari Cerda, which was originally released on April 22, 2021.
Mari provides professional development training for teachers and schools on
Implicit vs Explicit Autistic Characters, with Corben Havener | Autism Tips & Tools
What’s the difference between explicit and implicit autistic characters?
Here’s Corben Havener discussing explicit and implicit (or “coded”) autistic characters as two different ways of portraying neurodiversity in media.
The following clip is from a roundtable discussion with our Global Autism Community, where Autistic self-advocates shared their opinions on how autism is represented in the medi
Neuroinclusive Strategies for Organizations, Part 2 with Grant Harris
Discover what’s possible when you foster inclusion.
How can companies create a neurodiverse-friendly working environment? What should autistic employees look for in a job? Whether you’re an employer or a job seeker, you’ll want to listen to this episode with Grant Harris.
Grant Harris is an Autistic Self-Advocate, consultant, speaker, and author. He helps organizations achieve organizational exce
Accessible Technology with Human-Computer Interactions, with Austin Lubetkin | Autism Tips & Tools
How can someone control a computer with their mind?
In this episode, Austin Lubetkin talks about his patent for the first interface that would allow a fully paralyzed individual to type and control a computer with their brain.
Austin is an Autistic artist, aerospace-software engineer, and inventor. He has synesthesia, a phenomenon in which stimuli that would typically activate one sense can stim
I’m Not Anti-Social – I’m an Introvert, Part 1 with Grant Harris
Discover what’s possible when you leverage your strengths.
What’s the difference between being an introvert, an ambivert, or an omnivert—and how might these identities show up in autistic individuals?
Grant Harris, an Autistic Self-Advocate, consultant, speaker, and author, shares his personal autism journey with us. He helps companies achieve organizational excellence through neurodivergent pract
Understanding My Autistic Sibling, with Alexis & Anthony Sevieri | Autism Tips & Tools
How is a sibling relationship influenced when one is autistic?
In this episode, Alexis Sevieri talks about how her brother Anthony’s autism influenced their family dynamic growing up, and Anthony describes his journey of self-awareness and acceptance.
Welcome to Autism Tips & Tools, where we highlight the best practical guidance from previous episodes of Autism Knows No Borders. Whether you’r
Dating & Relationships, Part 2 with the Global Autism Community
Discover what’s possible when love begins with acceptance.
This episode is part 2 of our Global Autism Community roundtable discussion about Dating and Relationships, originally released on March 17, 2022.
Among other things, we discuss:
Memorable dates our community members have been on
Common challenges autistic people face when it comes to dating
The importance of clear and direct communicatio
What Makes a Strong Leader? with Molly Ola Pinney | Autism Tips & Tools
Leadership training has always been at the foreground of support provided by the Global Autism Project. We believe that everyone has the potential to be a leader in their own lives, and we foster this mindset with our international partners to ensure that they continue to lead the movement of autism awareness and acceptance in their own communities.
In this episode, the CEO of the Global Autism Pr
Dating & Relationships, Part 1 with the Global Autism Community
Discover what’s possible when love begins with acceptance.
What challenges do autistic people face when it comes to dating?
If you’re interested in hearing the autistic perspective on dating and relationships, you’ll want to listen to this roundtable discussion with our Global Autism Community, which was originally released on March 17, 2022.
Participating in this event were autism self-advocates
How to Improve Your Child’s Language Skills, with Lenora Edwards | Autism Tips & Tools
How can families encourage the use of Alternative Augmentative Communication devices with their autistic loved ones?
Lenora Edwards, a Speech Language Pathologist with over 10 years of experience helping children and adults, shares her ideas in this episode.
Lenora is the Chief Knowledge Officer at Better Speech, a US-based, online service provider with 150 speech therapists working with individua
Parenting Strategies for Neurodivergent Teens, Part 2 with Jheri South
Discover what’s possible when self-esteem saves lives.
Are you looking for tools and to help your neurodivergent teen feel supported in this important phase in life? Whether that’s your case or you’re curious about behavioral parenting strategies, you’ll want to listen to this episode with Jheri South.
Jheri South is a behavioral coach and the mother of seven neurodivergent children, five being o
Training the Police to Interact with Autistic People, with Camille Proctor | Autism Tips & Tools
What’s the best way to educate police officers about autism?
Camille Proctor, the mother of an adolescent autistic boy, shares how she teaches her son to interact with police officers, and vice versa, how she trains police officers to interact with autistic people.
Camille Proctor is the founder of The Color of Autism, a non-profit organization committed to educating and assisting African American
How Multiple Diagnoses Impact Family Dynamics, Part 1 with Jheri South
Discover what’s possible when understanding leads to acceptance.
Have you ever wondered how ADHD and autism can affect family dynamics? Whether you’re part of a neurodiverse family or know someone who is, you’ll want to listen to this episode with Jheri South.
Jheri South is a behavioral coach and the mother of seven neurodivergent children, five being on the autism spectrum. Diagnosed with ADHD
Driving with Autism, with Andrew Arboe | Autism Tips & Tools
How can autistic people limit sensory overload and manage fatigue while driving?
Andrew Arboe, Autistic Self-Advocate and Founder of Driving with Autism, shares his ideas on these topics. Driving with Autism is an educational program that guides autistic individuals and their families on their way from the passenger’s seat to becoming drivers.
Welcome to Autism Tips & Tools, where we highlight
Visual Thinking and Problem Solving, Part 2 with Dr. Temple Grandin | TBT
Discover what’s possible when all minds are put to use.
This episode is part two of our conversation with pioneering autism advocate and internationally recognized leader in animal handling innovations, Dr. Temple Grandin, which was originally released on December 15, 2022.
In this episode, we discuss:
How parents can encourage the development of skills in visual thinkers
Life skills and
Eating Disorders and Autism, with Livia Sara | Autism Tips & Tools
How can autism affect eating disorders?
Livia Sara, Autistic Self-Advocate and eating disorder survivor, talks about how to reframe eating disorders when they’re intertwined with autism.
Livia is an author and the host of the podcast Liv Label Free. Her publications include Rainbow Girl, a memoir, and a cookbook titled Nourishing Neurodiversity. She is also a 1:1 coach for autistic people recoveri
Visual Thinking and Problem Solving, Part 1 with Dr. Temple Grandin | TBT
Discover what’s possible when all minds are put to use.
What’s the difference between object visualizers and visual-spatial thinkers? And how can these two kinds of brains work together?
In this episode, Dr. Temple Grandin discusses these and other topics featured in her book Visual Thinking: The Hidden Gifts of People Who Think in Pictures, Patterns, and Abstractions.
This episode is part one o
A Success Story in Indonesia, with Maharani Putri Kusuma | Autism Tips & Tools
How can a student who was once abused in classrooms learn to become comfortable in them?
Maharani Putri Kusuma, Rani for short, shares this success story about one of her students.
Rani is the owner and co-founder of Rumah Tiara, an autism center in Jakarta, Indonesia. A former Global Autism Project Partner, Rani had been receiving training from us since 2013. Over the years, we have sent 13 Skill
Parenting a Disabled Child, Part 2 with Kelley Coleman
Discover what’s possible when challenges are weaved with joys.
How do you find balance in caregiving? Whether you know from personal experience or through someone else in your life, you’ll want to listen to this episode with Kelley Coleman.
Kelley Coleman is the mother of two boys, one of whom has multiple disabilities (including a yet-undiagnosed genetic syndrome, cerebral palsy, autism, CVI, e
Photographing Animal Emotion, with Alfie Bowen | Autism Tips & Tools
What are some autistic characteristics that can be strengths in photography?
Alfie Bowen, an Autistic Self-Advocate, wildlife photographer, author and activist, talks about how to capture the perfect shot and how nature has positively impacted his mental health. Alfie uses art to highlight animal emotion and help people to connect with the natural world.
Welcome to Autism Tips & Tools, where w
Parenting a Disabled Child, Part 1 with Kelley Coleman
Discover what’s possible when challenges are woven with joys.
Have you found it challenging to navigate all the paperwork to get the support your autistic child needs? Whether you know from personal experience or through someone else in your life, you’ll want to listen to this episode with Kelley Coleman.
Kelley Coleman is the mother of two boys, one of whom has multiple disabilities (including
Why I Sought an Autism Diagnosis, with Sara Bradford | Autism Tips & Tools
Are you a late-diagnosed autistic, or are you considering getting an evaluation?
Autistic Self-Advocate and podcast host Sara Bradford talks about why she decided to seek an autism diagnosis as one of her new year’s goals.
The following clip is from a roundtable discussion with our Global Autism Community where community members shared their personal and professional goals for the new year.
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Ready, Set, Sleep! with Emily Varon | TBT
Discover what’s possible when a great day starts at bedtime.
Have you ever struggled with poor sleep? Or do you know of anyone who does? Whether you’re autistic or not, this episode with sleep specialist Emily Varon can help you sleep better, starting tonight.
Emily Varon is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst from California who focuses on sleep-related behavior. With more than 20 years in the fie
How My Autistic Son Inspired a Pixar Film, with Bobby Rubio | Autism Tips & Tools
Have you had to learn to accept your child’s autism? What was that journey like for you?
Bobby Rubio talks about how accepting his son’s autism led to the inspiration for his award-winning Pixar SparkShort film, Float.
Welcome to Autism Tips & Tools, where we highlight the best practical guidance from previous episodes of Autism Knows No Borders. Whether you’re a self-advocate, a family membe
Communication with My Son Using AAC, with Vidya Banerjee | TBT
Discover what’s possible when communication is properly aided.
Are you the parent of an autistic child with an Augmentative and Alternative Communication device? Or maybe you’re just curious about how AAC devices can help? If either applies to you, you’ll want to listen to this conversation with Vidya Banerjee, an autism mother and the creator of the Autism Family Story blog and podcast.
Today’s
The Benefits of Yoga for Autistic Children, with Cheryl Albright | Autism Tips & Tools
How can children on the spectrum benefit from practicing yoga?
Cheryl Albright, an occupational therapist, certified yoga instructor, and autism sibling, shares how she uses yoga to help her autistic clients learn new skills.
Welcome to Autism Tips & Tools, where we highlight the best practical guidance from previous episodes of Autism Knows No Borders. Whether you’re a self-advocate, a famil
Autism and Crime, with Tom Oliver | Autism Tips & Tools
What are some autistic traits that can be underlying causes of crime among people on the spectrum?
Tom Oliver, an autism self-advocate, TEDx Speaker, and aspiring lawyer from Australia, shares his ideas on this topic. Tom has dedicated his career to helping autistic individuals who got caught up in the justice system.
Welcome to Autism Tips & Tools, where we highlight the best practical guidan
How to Manage Finances, with Andrew Komarow | Autism Tips & Tools
Do you struggle with managing your finances?
Listen to how Andrew Komarow helps his autistic clients with budgeting, encouraging them to acknowledge their present financial capabilities and maintain a positive attitude.
Andrew Komarow is a Certified Financial Planner and Certified Neurodiversity Professional. He’s also the Founder of Planning Across the Spectrum, a company that specializes in hel
Highlights of 2025 | Part 2 with the Global Autism Community
Discover what’s possible when a fresh start brings a new perspective.
This week’s episode is part 2 of our 2025 Highlights. Today we’ll continue to review some of our favorite moments from this year’s episodes, specifically from 230-240.
As we were reflecting on these past episodes from 2025, we were overcome with immense gratitude for our community. A huge thank you to our guests for sharing th
Friendship as Stress Relief, with David Sharif | Autism Tips & Tools
What strategies do you have in place to deal with stressful situations?
The late David Sharif talks about managing conflicts and how he found a group of friends who supported him through tough times.
The following clip is from a roundtable discussion with our Global Autism Community where Autistic self-advocates shared how they cope with stress and sensory overload.
Welcome to Autism Tips & T
Highlights of 2025 | Part 1 with the Global Autism Community
Discover what’s possible when a fresh start brings new perspectives.
We’ve reached the end of 2025! To celebrate, we’ll be reviewing some of our favorite moments from this year. Part 1 will highlight episodes 216 through 228, and Part 2, episodes 230 through 240.
We want to thank you for your support and patience during the first half of the year, when we released throwbacks due to my maternity l
Sex Education for Autistics, with Michael John Carley | Autism Tips & Tools
Why are autistic people given a censored version of sex education?
Michael John Carley shares his thoughts on this topic as well as the influence that culture has over attitudes towards sexuality. Michael John Carley is an Autistic Self-Advocate, author, and consultant. He was the Founder of GRASP — the largest organization in the world comprised of adults on the autism spectrum — and the Foundin
Thanksgiving Special 2025, with the Global Autism Community
Discover what’s possible when what you give makes a difference.
This time each year, our team at the Global Autism Project takes some time to reflect on what we’re grateful for. First of all, we’re grateful for you, our listeners, and your continued support. We’re also grateful for our podcast guests and their willingness to share their stories with us. And of course, we’re grateful for our growin
Turning My Passion for Animation into a Career, with Dani Bowman
How can you turn your passion into a career?
Dani Bowman, an Autistic Self-Advocate, animator, illustrator, teacher, and public speaker, talks about how she empowers her autistic students to turn their passion for animation into a career.
The following clip is from a roundtable discussion with our Global Autism Community where Autistic self-advocates shared their ideas on how to prepare autistic y
Black Men in Behavior Analysis, with Jeron Trotman, Andre Anderson, Kelly Baird, and Marquii Jacobs
Discover what’s possible when representation opens the door.
What are the biggest factors influencing why Black men are underrepresented in the field of applied behavior analysis and what can be done to increase that?
Stick around for this episode and listen to Jeron Trotman share his ideas.
Jeron Trotman is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and the Founder and President of Black Men in B
Autistic Masking and Identity, with Terra Vance | Autism Tips & Tools
How does masking affect autistic mental health and well-being?
Terra Vance shares her ideas about autistic masking and identity. Terra is an Autistic Self-Advocate and the Founder of NeuroClastic, an autistic-led non-profit organization that publishes articles by autistic writers and professionals advocating for autistic representation and human rights.
The following clip is from a roundtable disc
How to Be a Grounding Presence for Your Autistic Child, with Lisa Candera
Discover what’s possible when your calm becomes their anchor.
Does your autistic child struggle with regulating themselves?
If you’d like to learn how to stay calm in order to help your child in stressful situations, stick around for part two of my conversation with autism-mom coach Lisa Candera, where she talks about what it means to be a solid object for your child.
Among other things, we discu
Being Autistic and Societal Expectations, with Russell Lehmann | Autism Tips & Tools
Do you struggle dealing with the pressure of societal expectations?
Russell Lehmann, an Autistic Self-Advocate, motivational speaker, author, and poet, talks about how being autistic makes this pressure uniquely challenging.
Russell is an Autistic Self-Advocate, motivational speaker, author, and poet. He travels the world spreading hope, awareness, and compassion, while striving to erase the stig
Blaming Mothers for Autism is Wrong, with Lisa Candera
Discover what’s possible when you shift from blame to resilience.
Although many myths about the causes of autism have been thoroughly debunked, misinformation continues to take a toll on mothers. Whether you know from personal experience or through an autism mom in your life, you’ll want to listen to this episode with Lisa Candera.
Lisa Candera is a single mom, attorney, ADHD-er, autism-mom coach
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