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William Spencer is an adult male, evaluated and diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) + ADHD at the age of 30 in 2023. He is also a self-published author who currently has two books out: The Autistic Journey - A Novelette (published Dec. 29, 2023) Space City - A Novel (published Jul. 9, 2024) William's official website: williamspencer.net DISCLAIMER: William is NOT a licensed therapist, psychologist or counselor in any way! If you need to seek help, please find a licensed person who ...
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Send us a Text Message. Link to "The Feelings Wheel" https://thechalkboardmag.com/the-feelings-circle-chart-emotional-communication/ William Spencer is NOT a healthcare professional, meaning: he will NEVER give healthcare advice to anyone, no exceptions! If you need to, seek a professional healthcare provider for any questions regarding your own he…
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Send us a Text Message. In part one of this new series, William dives into his struggles of talking to women + dating culture in America. link to video: https://youtube.com/@theautisticjourneywithwi-ff3gu?si=GgypN3onRNLp0svX William Spencer is NOT a healthcare professional, meaning: he will NEVER give healthcare advice to anyone, no exceptions! If …
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Ep. 29 - Reasons Why I Left Christianity, Pt. 3
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Send us a Text Message. William dives into part 3 of his series "Reasons Why I Left Christianity". Listen for the details! Also, no more seasons on this show! email: theautisticjourneypodcast@gmail.com William Spencer is NOT a healthcare professional, meaning: he will NEVER give healthcare advice to anyone, no exceptions! If you need to, seek a pro…
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Ep. 28 - Reasons Why I Left Christianity, Pt. 2
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Send us a Text Message. THIS PODCAST IS NOT FOR KIDS!!! ADULTS ONLY!!! Episode 2 of "Reasons Why I Left Christianity", William discusses the shame and guilt forced upon during the 10 years of being a Christian from pastors + fellow Christians. email: theautisticjourneypodcast@gmail.com William Spencer is NOT a healthcare professional, meaning: he w…
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Ep. 27 - Reasons Why I Left Christianity, Pt. 1
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Send us a Text Message. In part one of the "Reasons Why I Left Christianity", William discusses a common way of thinking amongst many Christians which can easily and is offensive to the neurodivergent community. William's website: https://www.williamspencer.net/ email: theautisticjourneypodcast@gmail.com William Spencer is NOT a healthcare professi…
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Ep. 26 - One Year Anniversary of Evaluation + Diagnosis
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Send us a Text Message. William celebrates + shares his one year anniversary of diagnosis-from acceptance to life changing aspects. Listen for all the details! Also, his first novel "Space City" is out this July 9th, links to book below! https://www.williamspencer.net/ William Spencer is NOT a healthcare professional, meaning: he will NEVER give he…
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Send us a Text Message. On this episode, William announces his new and first novel publication, SPACE CITY. Links to formats on his website below: https://www.williamspencer.net/ Also, his link to his YouTube channel "Spectrum Wanderer": https://youtube.com/@spectrumtraveler30?si=PvSHdxKyK6FLMpPg William Spencer is NOT a healthcare professional, me…
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Send us a Text Message. Listen to find out why William talks about time and its effect on him being autistic! William Spencer is NOT a healthcare professional, meaning: he will NEVER give healthcare advice to anyone, no exceptions! If you need to, seek a professional healthcare provider for any questions regarding your own health.…
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Ep. 23 - Why Having a Career Is a Struggle for Me
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, William shares his struggle with finding a career. Listen for all the details! Link to his YouTube channel on traveling with autism: https://youtube.com/@spectrumtraveler30?si=JM5N22ztxac-83QT William Spencer is NOT a healthcare professional, meaning: he will NEVER give healthcare advice to anyone, no except…
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Send us a Text Message. William dives into the last decade of practicing Christianity. Is he still a Christian after his Autism/ADHD diagnosis? Listen to find out! William Spencer is NOT a healthcare professional, meaning: he will NEVER give healthcare advice to anyone, no exceptions! If you need to, seek a professional healthcare provider for any …
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Send us a Text Message. THIS EPISODE IS NOT FOR KIDS! ADULTS ONLY!!!! William decides to be courageous + brave by sharing details of his personal life. Listen to find out! THIS EPISODE IS NOT FOR KIDS! William Spencer is NOT a healthcare professional, meaning: he will NEVER give healthcare advice to anyone, no exceptions! If you need to, seek a pro…
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Send us a Text Message. website: https://www.williamspencer.net/ William is back, listen to the episode for the details! William Spencer is NOT a healthcare professional, meaning: he will NEVER give healthcare advice to anyone, no exceptions! If you need to, seek a professional healthcare provider for any questions regarding your own health.…
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Send us a Text Message. Happy New Year!! William is so excited for 2024, bringing new content to season 2 of "The Autistic Journey with William Spencer". Now rebranded as "TAJ Podcast with William Spencer". Please buy his first publication "The Autistic Journey - A Novelette" by clicking on the links below! Formats: eBook, Paperback, and Audiobook!…
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Send us a Text Message. William announces his first publication as a writer, "The Autistic Journey, A Novelette"! Pre-order now using the links below! Release date for eBook is December 29, 2023! Audio version will be out January 2024! Amazon (Kindle) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CPDKVQRQ?ref_=cm_sw_r_apin_dp_V1M08YCVA2FBGB3PTY9B&language=en-US Barn…
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Send us a Text Message. On this weeks episode, William has an unscripted, spontaneous, and last minute conversation with his great friend Andrew!! William Spencer is NOT a healthcare professional, meaning: he will NEVER give healthcare advice to anyone, no exceptions! If you need to, seek a professional healthcare provider for any questions regardi…
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Ep. 16 - Traveling While Living On the Spectrum
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Send us a Text Message. William is in Nashville for this week's episode! He talks about the pros and cons of traveling with autism, plus exciting stats of the show! As always, any positive comments, questions, or just want to say hi, email is below: theautisticjourneypodcast@gmail.com William Spencer is NOT a healthcare professional, meaning: he wi…
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Send us a Text Message. William is exhausted from socializing...something most, if not, all autistic individuals on the spectrum experience regularly! Listen for how William recovers from socializing, plus exciting updates on the podcast + a project he has been working on! William Spencer is NOT a healthcare professional, meaning: he will NEVER giv…
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Send us a Text Message. This week, William is recording in Washington, D.C.! Please excuse the wind. William talks about his life four months after receiving his diagnosis of ASD, along with the future plans for the podcast! Please consider donating to the show! You get to choose the amount, plus can cancel anytime! William Spencer is NOT a healthc…
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Send us a Text Message. William is discussing two topics: stimming + common phrases he does not understand. Common Phrases in this episode are: 1. Oh, they are such a ham 2. A cup of Joe 3. lukewarm if you have any questions, please email William at: theautisticjourneypodcast@gmail.com William Spencer is NOT a healthcare professional, meaning: he w…
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Send us a Text Message. William discusses repetition in autistic individuals! As always, please follow William on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/the_autistic_journey_/?utm_source=qr Email for questions, comments (positive) or just want to say hi! theautisticjourneypodcast@gmail.com William Spencer is NOT a healthcare professional, meaning: he…
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Send us a Text Message. William records / films this episode at the Hyatt Regency in Tysons, VA! He is doing a dry run of traveling with all the gear needed for his mobile podcast! Also, please keep Israel + all the victims and their families in prayer during this time of crisis. They can use all the help! As always, email + IG below! email: theaut…
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Send us a Text Message. William is back! After battling a cold, combined with an autistic burnout, The Autistic Journey podcast is back: and being on video is staying! Official email: theautisticjourneypodcast@gmail.com IG (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/the_autistic_journey_/?utm_source=qr William Spencer is NOT a healthcare professional, m…
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Send us a Text Message. William shares his experience during an autistic burnout. This episode is also on video! Link to YouTube channel below! https://www.youtube.com/@TheAutisticJourneywithWi-ff3gu William Spencer is NOT a healthcare professional, meaning: he will NEVER give healthcare advice to anyone, no exceptions! If you need to, seek a profe…
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Ep. 8 - Autism Is Really a Difference, Not a Disorder
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, William discusses why Autism is a difference, not a disorder! 'Mom On the Spectrum", Taylor's YouTube channel, all about Autism, talked about this before William. Thank you to Taylor for her hard work and dedication during the past three years on autism in adults! https://www.youtube.com/@MomontheSpectrum/ab…
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Send us a Text Message. On episode 7, William discusses why therapy is a necessity for him in his adult life, especially now knowing he has ASD. Disclaimer: William says a bad word, so parents, please advise your children if they are listening! for fan email: wdorste@gmail.com William Spencer is NOT a healthcare professional, meaning: he will NEVER…
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Send us a Text Message. William discusses what his life has been like since he was diagnosed with ASD in July 2023. Equipment used for recording this podcast: Microphones: Sennheiser MKE 600 (condenser) Shure SM58 (dynamic) Zoom H6 Handy Field Recorder Pro Tools M2 Max MacBook Pro William Spencer is NOT a healthcare professional, meaning: he will N…
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Send us a Text Message. William takes you aboard his favorite special interest, ships!! Warning: this episode contains lots of puns, so if you don't like puns, then please tolerate them. William Spencer is NOT a healthcare professional, meaning: he will NEVER give healthcare advice to anyone, no exceptions! If you need to, seek a professional healt…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, William has his brother in Christ, Stephen V., as the first guest! They go deep into their faith as Christ followers, along with other exciting topics! William mentions the book "In a pit on a lion on a snowy day" by Mark Batterson. The link is below! Please keep in mind, DO NOT actually chase a lion at the …
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Ep. 3 - Yes, I Really Am Autistic, Pt. II
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Send us a Text Message. A continuation of episode one, but with all new information! You do not want to miss this episode! William dives into one of his special interests, along with what it's like living with ASD paired with ADHD, and lots more! As always, if you have questions or comments, please email William using the address below! wdorste@gma…
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Send us a Text Message. On episode 2, William discusses being a Christian who has autism. Below is his email for any questions, wanting to be a guest on the show, and any POSITIVE feedback. email: wdorste@gmail.com book: Brant Hansen; Blessed Are the Misfits https://www.amazon.com/Blessed-Are-Misfits-Introverts-Strugglers-ebook/dp/B06XFPNJQ3/ref=sr…
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Send us a Text Message. In episode one, William discusses who he is, what his autism traits are being at level one autistic. That's basically the gist, enjoy the first episode of The Autistic Journey with William Spencer! William Spencer is NOT a healthcare professional, meaning: he will NEVER give healthcare advice to anyone, no exceptions! If you…
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Send us a Text Message. Hey there! William Spencer here, the host of The Autistic Journey! This is the introduction to my new podcast, all about living with ASD, being diagnosed at 30 years old, plus giving some real insight on ASD while hoping to get rid of the stereotypes! Stay tuned for episode one, hopefully to be released on Wednesday, July 26…
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