In one of our most fun episodes yet, we sit down and talk with Whitni (BDE Moves on Tiktok) about all things sex, pleasure, and intimacy. This one is for all the late-bloomers out there and anyone who wants to explore pleasure on a deeper level.  Show Links: Whitni’s Tiktok Whitni’s Patreon

PDA ( formally known as Pathological Demand Avoidance and currently known as Persistent Drive for Autonomy) has been a contentious subject in the Autistic community for some time. Relate or hate, the discourse is here to stay. Join us this week as we dig into some of the more touchy aspects of this subject and ask, “Is this just Autism, though?” Show links: Dr. Jessica’s Tiktok

We’re speaking with the incredible Lydia XZ Brown and Ridhi Shetty of The Center for Democracy and Technology this week. We unpack the built-in ableism of A.I. hiring software and the black-box nature of the companies that make it and those that use it.  Show Links: Center for Democracy and Technology  Persona Documentary

This week we discuss the deep un-wellness in the “wellness” community with Hayla Wong. We cover everything from Yoni Steaming to Alt-right super-foodies. Join us as we explore all of the “isms” at the root of “wellness” culture and why so many people fall for it.  Show Links: Hayla’s Tiktok Hayla’s Instagram

This week’s episode is about the trickier parts of getting a diagnosis. What happens when you don’t get one? What if you get one, but it doesn’t resonate? What resources are available to you after you get a diagnosis, if you do at all? We hope that this episode helps answer some of these tough questions.  Show Links: Dr. Jessica’s Tiktok

This week we had the absolute pleasure of getting to sit down with KC Davis of Struggle Care. This episode was a blast to record and a good reminder that aspirational living makes an ass of us all.  Show Links:  KC’s Tiktok KC’s Book KC’s Podcast

This week we had the absolute pleasure of getting to sit down with KC Davis of Struggle Care. This episode was a blast to record and a good reminder that aspirational living makes an ass of us all.  Show Links:  KC’s Tiktok KC’s Book KC’s Podcast

This week we had the absolute pleasure of speaking with Author, and Journalist Eric Garcia about the relatively brief but incredibly complicated history of Autism and how we've come to understand it as a collective.  We talk about everything from the anti-vaxx movement and Hans Asperger, to genetic research and the very politics of being Autistic. You're gonna love this one. Purchase Eric's book : We're Not Broken Eric's Twitter Malia's Sleep Course Loops Promo Code: LOOPSXATP

In this week's episode we talk with our own Malia about pediatric sleep and disabilities. Sleep is a deep controversial topic, and we dive IN. This is definitely one of Malia's special interests, so prepare yourselves for an info dump! We hope you enjoy this one!  Are the children in your life getting enough sleep? Join Malia  and her colleague, Amy Martino on November 1st for the Sleep Support for Neorodivergent Children course! You can find more details and register at...

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This week Malia was away doing fancy work things, so it's just me interviewing the incomparable Maria Coie-Peña, Author, Professor, and mother. We talk about the concept at the center of a lot of Maria's work : Linguicism. We talk about what it is, how it plays out in school environments. how it causes cultural rifts within families, and so so much more.  Maria even offers our listeners a 40% discount off her amazing book for our listeners! Links: Maria's Book , use code MLC40 for 40% off...

This week we changed it up a bit and sit down with just the two of us (Malia and Cat) to explore the topic of Neuro-Autonomy. What does this term mean? Where'd it come from? And most importantly, why do we need it? 

We hear a lot about restorative justice these days, but what does it look like in action? We spoke with April of @gobeyoninclusion about what restorative education and justice looks like in the classroom. As per the usual, we dig into the systemic problems at play and some other topics like what the heck a "strength based model" of disability is, and if it's even helpful. Links April's Tiktok Beyond Inclusion April's Instagram

We were so excited to talk with Mr. Jack this week! Many of you may know him from Tiktok where he's known for wearing his whimsical and fun hats to talk about some serious disabilities rights issues. We talk about being a "special educator" during covid, what an accessibility specialist is , and what Mr. Jack would change if he could change anything about the world. We think you all will love this one! Links Mr. Jack's Tiktok Loops Promo Code : LOOPSXATP for 10% off your order!

This week we had the honor of speaking with Mr. Chazz of @mrchazzmrchazz on Tiktok. We talked about the importance of self regulation and its importance throughout the life of an individual. We also talk about the importance of parents, caregivers, educators understanding when they themselves are in need of regulation and how they can better themselves to be more present for the needs of those they support. Links Mr. Chazz's Tiktok Mr. Chazz's Patreon Mr. Chazz's Podcast

CW: Addiction, substance use, illicit substances, mental health, suicide *The opinions/views expressed in this episode are only those of the individuals speaking, they do not apply to and are not the views of any professional or academic institutions mentioned herein. This week's episode is about a rarely discussed topic of substance use disorders in the disabled community. We got to speak with Lisa Lucas of @ladyharmreduction on Tiktok and  while many assume that rates would be lower in...

CW : Everything We got to unwind for a bit with @Sticksy617 this week and have what was probably our most neurodivergent conversation to date. Try and follow along as we jump from one chronically online hot take to the next and give our thoughts and feelings on them . This episode contains lots of language and sensitive subject matter, so listener discretion is advised. Sticksy's Tiktok Sticksy's Insta If you or someone you know is dealing with self harm, please reach out here for help

This episode is for every parent of an autistic child that has/ does/ will ever feel unheard during the diagnostic process. Davon Simmons of @oneausomemom spoke with us this week about what the journey to get a diagnosis for her daughter looked like, we talk early intervention services, and even how to advocate for yourself and your child when it comes to family.  All of Davon's Links!

The topic of conservatorship has been all over the media lately with the recent Britney Spears happenings. But conservatorship has always been a disability justice issue. So, what exactly is conservatorship? What are the alternatives, and is it ever necessary. We have Attorney, writer, and advocate Haley Moss on to discuss the ins and outs of this whole issue and so much more.  Links Haley's Website Get Your HydroJug!  ChiliPad Promo codes: chilipad20, OOLER15, chiliBLANKET10 Tags: autism,...

This bonus episode is the audio from the live stream that was held on July 11th, 2021. It features Lydia, Shain, and Robin discussing the history of the JRC (Judge Rotenberg Center) and what can currently be done to help with the courts recent overturn of the ban on the use of the graduated electronic decelerator on autistic individuals at this center. For more information please see the link below which is a living archive collated by Lydia . Links: JRC Living Archive  tags: aba, autism,...

This week's episode is about the impact of punitive parenting and how we can shift our approach to a much healthier and gentler place. Join us as we speak with Gabe of @the_indomitable_blackman about how to navigate tricky behaviors and situations that can catch up even the most mindful of parents! Links Episode Transcript Gabe's Instagram Gabe's Tiktok Gabe's Website Tags: autism, IEP, Special needs, autistic, aba, autism awareness, autism mom, mothering autism., autism parents, autism...

Do you ever feel lost, unheard or unsure of how to advocate best for your child during an IEP? you're not alone and this is exactly why Kim Kizito does what she does. This week we spoke with Kim, @theiepstrategist to talk all things IEPs and how to make sure you are getting the most resources for your child as possible!  Links: Episode Transcript Kim's Book Kim's Tiktok Book with Kim tags: autism, IEP, Special needs, autistic, aba, autism awareness, autism mom, mothering autism., autism...