Best Autisminformation Podcasts (2024)

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Autism Live 11.4.24: Top Ten Things IDEA Does 1:00:25

1h ago1:00:25

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In this episode, Shannon explains the top ten things that the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act provides.

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Autism Live 10.30.24 Judi Uttal 1:03:57

3h ago1:03:57

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Judi Uttal from Autism in Entertainment joins Shannon to talk about problems associated with Social Security for individuals with Developmental Disabilities attempting to work. This is a very important topic and Judi has some critical information to share. Judi also shares an update on what Autism in Entertainment has been able to accomplish thus f…

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Autism Live 10.23.24: Guiding Children When Bad Things Happen 1:01:39

12d ago1:01:39

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Earthquakes, floods, and storms happen. Loved ones and pets die. Helping our children through the aftermath of these events is often overwhelming for parents. This is especially true for parents of children with speech, social and/or cognitive delays. Shannon gives us her favorite top ten tips she has learned from the experts. They may not all work…

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Autism Live 10.21.24: David Humphrey 1:01:58

9d ago1:01:58

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David Humphrey joins Shannon to give an update on the P2i project. What do we know about autism that we didn’t know 4 years ago. Additionally, what has this research uncovered having to do with chronic disease? David shares how he and others are keeping Dr. Bernie Rimland’s vision for autism alive.

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Autism Live 10.16.24: Gaining Compliance the Right Way 1:03:35

14d ago1:03:35

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On today's show, Shannon Penrod talks about the double edged sword of compliance. Is it possible to teach a child to be obedient while still teaching them how to be an effective self-advocate? Yes, but it takes some work and mindfulness…it’s worth it. Join us at 10am Wednesday!

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Autism Live 10.14.24: Kari Baker 1:01:54

19d ago1:01:54

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Kari Baker talks with Shannon about KIND which stands for Kids with Invisible Neurological Differences and her new book, Finding Kind, which details her family’s autism journey and self discovery. It is an inspirational hour you won’t want to miss. Today’s jargon term is: Visual Supports

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Autism Live 10.7.24: Dr. Aaron Dallman 52:33

24d ago52:33

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Dr. Aaron Dallman joins Shannon to share opinions on Neurodiversity, Autism and emotions, and the mental health and well being of individuals on the spectrum. Today’s jargon term is Dyscalculia.

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Autism Live 10.2.24: Dr. Eric Weiss 54:01

29d ago54:01

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On today's show Dr. Eric Weiss joins Shannon to talk about umbilical stem cells, regenerative medicine and their very personal journey with their own son. The jargon is Perseverate.

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Autism Live 9.30.24: Fall IEP Check In 1:04:08

30d ago1:04:08

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On today’s show Shannon gives tips for making sure that your IEP is in place and working properly to support your child’s needs in an educational setting.

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Autism Live 9.25.24: Jennifer Fitzpatrick 1:07:49

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Jennifer Fitzpatrick joins Shannon to talk about the upcoming CPABA Conference. The conference will be held virtually on October 11 and 12th 2024 with the theme “Bridging the Gap Between Research and Practice”. For more information visit: www.behaviorlive.com. Join us tomorrow at 10am!

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Let's Talk Movies The 2024 Emmy's 1:04:44

1M ago1:04:44

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In this episode, Moira and Shannon discuss the 2024 Emmy Winners.

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Autism Live 9.16.24: Stan Kurtz 1:03:16

1M ago1:03:16

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Stan Kurtz joins Shannon on today's show to talk about the natural, non-medical healing work he has been doing at his center in Simi Valley. Today's jargon is Three Term Contingency.

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Autism Live 9.11.24: Andy Bondy and PECS 59:16

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Today's very special guest is Andy Bondy, together with his wife Lori Frost, pioneered the development of the Picture Exchange Communication System. In today's show, he talks about PECS today and the importance of meeting the communication needs of all individuals. Fittingly, today's jargon is PECS.

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Autism Live 9.11.24: Andy Bondy and Lori Frost 59:16

2M ago59:16

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Today’s very special guest is Andy Bondy, together with his wife, Lori Frost, Bondy pioneered the development of the Picture Exchange Communication System. In today’s show he talks about PECS today and the importance of meeting the communication needs of all individuals. Fittingly today’s jargon term is PECS.…

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Autism Live 9.9.24: Michael Gilberg 1:02:55

2M ago1:02:55

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On today’s show Shannon welcomes Special Education Attorney and Self-Advocate Michael Gilberg to discuss the role of advocates and attorneys for individuals with an Autism Spectrum Diagnosis. Today’s jargon is FAPE.

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Autism Live 9.4.24: Sylvia Moore Myers 1:03:17

2M ago1:03:17

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Today’s guest is Sylvia Moore Myers. Sylvia shares with Shannon what it is like being a vulnerable child who goes undiagnosed. What are the long term effects of not getting the diagnosis in the early years. This is a first-hand personal account of why early diagnosis is so important. The jargon of the day is LRE. Why is the LRE page on of the most …

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Today's Hyperfixation 9.4.24: What is Hyperfixation? 5:30

2M ago5:30

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Join Atticus as they go into detail about what a hyperfixation is! Hear firsthand the ups, the downs, the joys, the pains, and how to channel your hyperfixation into a tool to realize your dreams!"

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Today's Hyperfixation 8.21.24: The Hurdy Gurdy 7:12

2M ago7:12

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Join Atticus as they talk about their favorite musical instrument, the hurdy gurdy! Learn the fascinating history of the instrument from 1100 C.E. until now, the basics of how such a fascinating instrument works, and hear actual sound bytes of Atticus playing their own instrument!

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Today's Hyperfixation 8.7.24: Theme Music for John Carpenter's "The Thing" 4:41

3M ago4:41

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Join Atticus as they touch on their hyperfixation on film music! What is the true story behind the theme music from John Carpenter's "The Thing," and why is it so confusing to begin with? Dive into the rabbit hole with Atticus and see firsthand how an autistic brain thinks!"

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Autism Live 7.24.24: Mary Jane White 1:00:19

3M ago1:00:19

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Author Mary Jane White joins Shannon to talk about the path she took with her son and how that has shaped his very successful life. Today’s jargon is EIBI. #IntensiveABA #AutismOutcomes #AdultswhohadABA

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Autism Live 7.24.24: Parent To Parent: Things to do to THRIVE in Summer with your child on the autism spectrum 1:06:15

3M ago1:06:15

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On today’s show Shannon gives great tips to make summer fun, interactive, and educational during the summer break. When is doubt return to old school experiential learning to make every waking hour an educationally enriched environment!

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Autism Live 7.29.24: Top Ten Tips for Back to School Success 1:01:04

3M ago1:01:04

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On this show, Shannon gives her Top Ten Tips that parents can do for the remainder of the summer to ensure back to school success!

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Autism Live 7.17.24: Daniel Durany 1:02:14

4M ago1:02:14

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Shannon welcomes Daniel Durany to talk about master autonomy while being socially savvy in a complex world while sharing his story of going from being nonverbal to raising a family of his own. Today’s jargon term is Inhibition, it’s probably not what you think!

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Let's Talk Movies with Moira and Shannon 1:08:53

4M ago1:08:53

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Today on Let’s Talk Movies with Moira and Shannon the ladies review Ezra, Argyle, Family Affair, The Idea of You, Hacks Season 3, Masters of the Air, Anyone But You, Baby Reindeer, and Unfrosted.

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Autism Live 7.10.24: Jim Schulz Co-Founder and CFO of Scioto Biosciences 1:03:48

4M ago1:03:48

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On today’s show Shannon talks with James Schulz, CFO and Founder of Scioto Biosciences about their revolutionary approach to treating autism. What is it? How does it work? Why is it different from other treatments? Today’s jargon is Gut Microbiome.

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Autism Live 7.8.24: Alex Lin 1:02:57

4M ago1:02:57

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Alex Lin joins Shannon to talk about The Autism Rocks Concert which will happen on July 13th from 6-9pm at the Universal City Walk in Los Angeles. This year’s concert will feature Sasha Saunders, Cierra June, Laura K Jane, and rapper C-Quig! For more information visit Autism Rocks on Facebook. Shannon also covers Person First vs. Identity First lan…

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Autism Live 6.26.24: Funding for Autism Treatment and Therapies 1:09:45

4M ago1:09:45

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On Today’s Autism Live Shannon talks about what parents need to know about funding autism treatments and therapies. She gives you the 411 on 211 and lots of other resources.

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Today's Hyprerfixation: Quasimodo 6:45

4M ago6:45

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Join Atticus, Tyler, and Colby as they explore the links between cosplay and identity, as well as the difficulties in capturing a character into a single costume. Specifically, Quasimodo from "The Hunchback of Notre Dame" by Victor Hugo. See how one character can be interpreted in so many different ways and the difficulties in capturing the best of…

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Autism Live 6.24.24: Susan Esco 1:01:38

4M ago1:01:38

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On this episode Susan Esco, SLP extraordinaire, visits to talk about AAC devices and how to get them funded by insurance companies. Additionally she will talk about activities for daily living and how to make speech therapy a successful part of your journey. Jargon of the Day: SLP

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Autism Live 6.19.24: 10 Things You Should Know About 504 plans for students on the autism spectrum 57:31

5M ago57:31

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At a viewers request Shannon takes on 504 plans in today’s episode. Why are schools pushing 504 plans, what should you know before switching from an IEP to a 504 plan. Are their benefits to a 504 plan? Are their pitfalls? Shannon shares the complete 411.

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Autism Live 6.17.24: Vince Redmond 1:00:04

5M ago1:00:04

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Vince Redmond, LMFT joins Shannon to talk about supporting siblings and strategies to help families balance the realities of intensive treatment for one child while not overlooking the needs of their siblings. Jargon of the Day: Cognitive Distortion

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Autism Live 6.12.24: Cassie Gonzales and Jim Lange 1:04:57

5M ago1:04:57

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On today’s Autism Live Cassie Gonzales visits to give an update on STAND, a research initiative designed to help parents of newly diagnosed children to access appropriate services and make decisions about how best to support their children on the spectrum. Cassie provides information on who is eligible to participate in the study and what benefits …

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Autism Live 6.5.24: Parent to Parent- Autism Diets 1:00:11

5M ago1:00:11

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On todays show Shannon shares an overview of some diets that might be of interest to parents of individuals on the spectrum, including GFCF, Keto, Finegold, Specific Carbohydrate, Reduced Pesticides, and Low Oxyalate.

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Autism Live 6.3.24: Dr. Marlo Payne Thurman 1:02:54

5M ago1:02:54

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Dr. Marlo Thurman visits to share information about benefits of naturopathy to support the physiological challenges that can affect those on the autism spectrum. Dr. Thurmam’s new book Naturopathic Wisdom: A Common Sense Mind-Body Approach for Struggling Children and Teens, from Future Horizons will be available on June 4th at all major book seller…

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Autism Live 5.29.24: Shain Neumeier 1:07:25

5M ago1:07:25

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Advocate and Attorney Shain Neumeier joins Shannon to talk about the ongoing effort to close the Judge Rotenburg Center, the transgender community overlap with the autism community and the ways that individuals on the spectrum experience trauma.

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Autism Live 5.27.24: Lisa Gomez 59:29

5M ago59:29

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On this very important show Shannon welcomes Lisa Gomez the Assistant Secretary of Employee Benefits for the Social Security Administration to talk about the importance of early intervention when treating autism. Assistant Secretary Gomez will talk about different types of autism treatments and therapies as well as discull EBSA and how it is helpin…

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Autism Live 5.22.24: Amy Gravino 1:05:46

5M ago1:05:46

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Amy Gravino joins Shannon today to talk about her new sex educations curriculum she has designed for autistic individuals as well as what it is like presenting on receiving a genetic result for her autism and what that has meant to her and may mean for other individuals on the spectrum. Jargon of the Day: Executive Functioning…

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Ask Evelyn Kung 5.21.24: Cognition Skills and Executive Functioning 1:14:44

5M ago1:14:44

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Autism expert Evelyn Kung answers questions from around the world. Today's topics are Cognition Skills and Executive Functioning.

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Autism Live 5.20.24- Kelly Bermingham 1:05:58

6M ago1:05:58

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On this episode Shannon welcomes Kelly Bermingham to talk about her new book, “The Group Experience: How to support children on the autism spectrum moving from individualized learning to a group learning experience.” Kelly shares vital resources and checklists to help determine a child’s current strengths and weaknesses and how to teach effectively…

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Autism Live 5.15.24: Matt Asner 1:07:25

6M ago1:07:25

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On today’s show Shannon welcomes Matt Asner to talk about current events at the Ed Asner Family center including, The Academy and the 12th Annual Ed Asner & Friends Celebrity Poker Night. We will get the full 411 on what celebs will be present and how viewers can participate! For more information visit: https://edasnerfamilycenter.org/…

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Ask Dr. Evelyn Kung 5.14.24: Topic- Motor Skills 1:04:22

6M ago1:04:22

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Autism expert Evelyn Kung joins for a special edition of Ask Evelyn Kung. Today’s topic is: Motor Skills. Tune is as Evelyn answers questions from viewers around the world.

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Autism Live 5.13.24: Parent To Parent- Finishing the School Year Strong 1:10:40

6M ago1:10:40

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On today’s show Shannon gives her top tips for finishing the school year strong, including her top tip for the perfect teacher gift, and you won’t believe it is FREE!!!

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Autism Live 5.8.24: Parent to Parent- Summer Success 1:03:26

6M ago1:03:26

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On today’s Parent to Parent Shannon shares her best tips for making summer a time for fun and success. It is the ideal time to help our kids get caught up and keep them caught up!! Plus it is the ideal time to take all the things we have been learning out into the sun and have fun, or take the new skills to a museum, theme park, festival, or park! …

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Autism Live 5.6.24: Atticus Jackson Cougar 1:05:12

6M ago1:05:12

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Shannon welcomes Atticus Jackson Cougar to the show to talk about their new podcast, Today’s Hyperfixation, coming soon. J discusses just some of the many thing they are passionate about, including music, creating characters, D&D, and much more.

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Autism Live 4.29.24: Vince Redmond 58:07

6M ago58:07

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Vince Redmond, LMFT joins to talk about the importance of Self Care for everyone on the spectrum and for the individuals SUPPORTING individuals on the spectrum…this includes parents, relatives, loved-ones, teachers, therapists, sibling, and significant others! Shannon shares the Jargon of the Day: Systematic Desensitization.…

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Autism Live 4.26.24: Christine and Abbey Romeo 1:13:47

6M ago1:13:47

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For the first time, Shannon welcomes Christine and Abbey Romeo form Netflix's "Love on the Spectrum". Shannon discusses the jargon Masking.

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Autism Live 4. 25.24: Jennifer Yakos 1:05:09

6M ago1:05:09

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Autism expert, Jennifer Yakos joins Shannon to talk about education and training those with individuals on the spectrum. How can people get more training? Shannon presents the jargon term "Celeration" for the first time.

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Autism Live 4.24.24: Marcy Fibrow 1:04:53

6M ago1:04:53

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Autism expert Marcy Fibrow joins the program to talk about supporting autism in the classroom. What is the evaluation you can ask for to qualify for a 1:1 aide and much more. Shannon shares the Jargon of the Day: Premack Prinicple

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Autism Live 4.23.24: Lillian Carrier 1:03:13

6M ago1:03:13

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Lillian Carrier joins Shannon to talk about Ourtism, the non-profit started by Lillian and sister Chloe to support neurodivergent individuals. For more information visit: https://www.ourtism.org/.

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Autism Live 4. 22.24: Lisa Ackerman 1:01:40

7M ago1:01:40

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Lisa Ackerman, founder of The Autism Community in Action, (TACA) joins Shannon to talk about new trends and TACA updates including their conferences. For more information visit: www.tacanow.org

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