Best Actuallyautistic Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 16: Autism in Cherokee Nation with Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. & Dr. Crystal Hernandez 38:17

1M ago38:17

38:17

Carley sits down with Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. of the Cherokee Nation and Dr. Crystal Hernandez to discuss their Autism Task Force report, autism and disability in the native community, the importance of their work, and how we can all come together to serve our communities. For more information on the first report, please visit: https://www.cherokee.…

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Ep. 17: Profound Autism & Parenting the Spectrum 54:15

2M ago54:15

54:15

Carley sits down with Michi Medley (advocate, case manager, future LCSW) and the parent of two children on the autism spectrum. One has profound autism, and the other does not. There are many stereotypes about what it is like for someone living with profound autism, many of them incorrect; Michi shares her insight and personal journey with parentin…

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Breaking down Meristem’s Work Skills Program with Ari von Zboray 33:14

2M ago33:14

33:14

Ever wonder what Meristem’s Work Skills Program looks like behind the scenes? Take a peek inside what we do, how we do it and the challenges Meristem and our students face in achieving success in job training and internships. In this episode: What are Meristem’s 5 Pillars? What does Meristem do to support our students going to work and college? The…

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Ep. 15- Officer Galloway: The Autistic Cop 23:41

3M ago23:41

23:41

Filmed on April 2nd, World Autism Day, Carley sits down with Jenks, Oklahoma police officer Cody Galloway, to discuss his experience living with autism, what it's like being an autistic cop, and his customized sensory-friendly patrol car. Fore more info on FREE AFO resources for your vehicle or person, contact info@autismfoundationok.org…

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Raley's & TAP Unpack Hiring Neurodiverse Job Seekers 42:58

3M ago42:58

42:58

Raley's & TAP Unpack Hiring Neurodiverse Job Seekers. Listen to this week's Voices of the Community: Neurodiversity in Life and Work with special guest, Raley's Senior Manager, Corp HR & Talent Acquisition, Bahar Abullarade. #neurodiverse #autism #hiring #jobseekingtips Share your questions and learn more about us at meristem.pro and tapautism.org…

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Ep. 14- #ActuallyAutistic! 57:26

4M ago57:26

57:26

Carley sits down with Hann Bingham Brunner, PhD, to discuss their published paper about the #ActuallyAutistic community and autistic rhetoric on Twitter regarding Sia’s film “Music”, their experience living with autism, the different types of dysphoria that can occur with autism, and the importance of autistic voices being heard. For a plain langua…

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Ep. 13- Conversation with an Autistic Therapist 50:47

4M ago50:47

50:47

Carley sits down with Lindsey Vandeventer, LCSW an autistic therapist to discuss their experience being on the spectrum, how they serve others, wellness techniques, and more. To learn more about Lindsey, visit: https://www.facebook.com/TheraputicAutist Trigger Warning & Disclaimer: The views, opinions, and conversations between the host and guest(s…

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Inside The River Cats Concessions, Meristem’s partnership & Hiring Neurodiverse Employees 34:01

5M ago34:01

34:01

Take me out to the ball Game! Inside The River Cats Concessions, Meristem’s partnership & Hiring Neurodiverse Employees ⚾️ Join Erin and Harry with special guest, James Thompson, Head of The River Cats Concessions at Sutter Health Park. They unpack how The River Cats partner with non-profits in the area and how that relationship developed into a wo…

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One Autistic Voice: Escapin Up The Country 2:21

5M ago2:21

2:21

An Example of Exclusive Subscriber Content… Raw, Real, Authentic. I’m letting my one austic voice do all the talking this time. I kinda like that. AutisticAF Out Loud - One Autistic Voice. Hmm… Here’s my first thank you. My first real attempt at being live on camera. It’s an autistic thing. No mask. No cosplay. I explain after you hit the button…. …

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Ep. 12- Let's Get Real About Autism and Mental Health 40:04

5M ago40:04

40:04

Carley sits down with their friend, fellow autistic & comic, Ashley Bartlett, to discuss their experiences of being autistic from the female perspective, their struggles with depression and suicidality, what has worked for them, & how they show themselves wellness. Trigger Warning & Disclaimer: The views, opinions, and conversations between the hos…

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It’s Going to Take All of Us! 42:19

6M ago42:19

42:19

It’s going to take all of us. How TAP and Stannum Core Solutions are changing the workplace landscape for neurodiverse individuals across the U.S. 🇺🇸 Get inspired by this episode of Meristem's Voices of the Community, Harry, Erin and Ben Schatzel, Stannum Core Solutions' founder take a deep dive into what it takes for employers to change the landsc…

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Actually Autistic? Whatever Doesn't Kill Your Unique Neurodivergent Ass… s4e3 17:39

6M ago17:39

17:39

Shattering Neurodivergent Stereotypes: A Raw Dialogue for Tomorrow's Generations Description: Embark on a transformative journey with Johnny Profane in this compelling episode of AutisticAF Out Loud, titled "Actually Autistic? Whatever Doesn't Kill Your Unique Neurodivergent Ass…". This conversation goes beyond dismantling societal myths and stereo…

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Autism? It's a State of Being. NOT an Identity Group, s4e2 14:29

7M ago14:29

14:29

Autistic Authenticity: Navigating Identity and Community Description: Dive into a candid conversation on AutisticAF Out Loud, where we tackle the often blurred lines between being autistic, belonging to identity groups, and maintaining personal integrity. "Autism? It's a State of Being. NOT an Identity Group" serves as a bold reminder that autism i…

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Ep. 11 Autism & Neurodiversity In The Workplace: A Key to Success 40:29

7M ago40:29

40:29

Carley sits down with Workforce Development Coordinator Kyle Britt to discuss the many benefits of autism and neurodiversity in the workplace, how employers can create a successful environment, and AFO's LEAD training for employers. For more information on LEAD training or how you can create a successful work environment, please email kbritt@autism…

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Slouching Toward Joy: My Best 6 Phases To An Actually Autistic Relief, s4e1 16:49

7M ago16:49

16:49

Embracing Autism's Raw Truths in My 70s Description: Dive deep with Johnny Profane into a journey unlike any other—a raw, unfiltered exploration of living with autism discovered later in life. This episode peels back the layers of daily life, challenges, and the unexpected joys found in the simplest moments. "Facing the reality of autism in my 70s,…

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How Do I Keep a Job? 26:33

7M ago26:33

26:33

In this episode, Erin and Harry discuss what’s important to keep a job and what to expect in one of your first work experiences. Based on experiences in internships in the Transformative Autism Program, Erin and Harry offer tips like: be prepared and open for feedback, and consider asking for it each week from your manager practice communicating ab…

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Ep. 10- The Autistic Experience, Let's Talk About It 30:11

8M ago30:11

30:11

Carley sits down with Gale Hann to discuss their professional and personal opinions on the autistic experience.By Autism Foundation of OKlahoma

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Tips for Job Interviews 28:11

8M ago28:11

28:11

If getting a new job is a part of your 2024 goals, this is the episode for you! Harry and Erin share how Meristem operates its internship program, including how Meristem uses experiential interviews for neurodiverse candidates. Listen for: more in-depth discussion of the Meristem Method and how Meristem prepares young adults and employers for inter…

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Ep. 8- Crisis Centers- What are They? 31:11

9M ago31:11

31:11

Carley sits down with Lauren Stover, executive director of the Oklahoma County Crisis Intervention Center and Recovery Unity, to learn about the importance of crisis centers, how they help those in need, and what a crisis is. If you or someone you know is in crisis and are in America, please call 988 for immediate assistance.…

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Ep. 9- Children, Autism, and Mental Health Matters 40:05

9M ago40:05

40:05

Carley sits down with Dr. Tara R Buck to discuss the importance of identifying co-occurring mental health conditions in children with autism, the latest mental health trends, and why children with autism are likely to be bullied 3 to 4 more times than their neurotypical peers. Resources from this episode: Oklahoma LEND Training Program: https://ouh…

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Ep. 7- Autism, Law Enforcement, and the Importance of Education 38:35

9M ago38:35

38:35

Carley sits down with AFO board member and Law Enforcement Educator Cory Sutton to discuss the importance of continuing education and how training first responders about autism play an important role in public safety for the community. If you live in Oklahoma and want to know more about Mr. Sutton's training, please contact us at info@autismfoundat…

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A Message on Giving Tuesday 1:50

9M ago1:50

1:50

Erin Schirm shares how you can support Meristem this #GivingTuesday. Support Meristem's work with neurodiverse young people getting on the path to work and greater independence with a tax-deductable donation: meristem.pro/get-involved/support-meristem View Meristem's Holiday Wish List and help fund a specific need of the program. Fund a need goes l…

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Overcoming Overthinking with Ben Lewis 34:27

10M ago34:27

34:27

Meristem program graduate Ben Lewis reflects back on his experience at Meristem, what he loved about the community and the chance to live independently. He shares how he gained the skills to work on a farm and how those experiences influence his attitude toward a day’s work now. Ben shares his path to Meristem and how persistence helped him tackle …

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The Night this Autistic Adult Broke Free: An Autistic A.F. Halloween Tale, s3e8 8:03

10M ago8:03

8:03

###🎙️ Unmasking at the Late Night Picture Show: One Autistic's Reckoning * One night that demolished a lifetime of conformity * One bodacious shift... from meditation cult to liberated living * One tale of indulgence, rebellion & the embrace of an #autistic identity 👉 Click to witness the transformative night. ###👂 Tune In to Discover: * Hear the v…

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Ep. 6- Mental Health in the Tribal Nations 28:18

10M ago28:18

28:18

Carley sits down with Shiela Williams (LPC-S) to shed light on the mental health situation within the tribal nations in Oklahoma, how to be an ally, the importance of belonging, and more! Learn more about Shiela here: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/shiela-williams-edmond-ok/1173356By Autism Foundation of OKlahoma

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Learning by Doing 27:50

10M ago27:50

27:50

Harrison talks about different intellectual or developmental disabilities and asks Erin about how he has responded to difficult situations, like an outburst in class or overcoming anxiety. Listen for: Tips for noticing what you have control over that can improve your well being How proving yourself to be reliable and responsible–even in jobs that a…

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Episode 96 - How to Manage Multiple Interests Successfully with Joel Bouchard 1:26:14

10M ago1:26:14

1:26:14

Are you wondering whether it will ever be possible to combine not just two, not just three but many of your multiple interests? Then this Episode is for you! Joel Burchard, this week's fast-brained guest, is a doctoral student in psychology, a multi-instrumentalist record producer, author, painter, Army veteran, business leader, and host of the phi…

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Communication at Work is a Two Way Street 26:45

11M ago26:45

26:45

Guest Eric Steward is the Director of Meristem’s Work Skills team and Transformative Autism Program. With Harrison and Erin, they discuss how they work with employers and neurodiverse job seekers and share: How to ask for support at work and why flexibility is a two way street Why Eric encourages job seekers to watch the TAP employer training How t…

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Episode 95 - Superconnecting through Lego with Dr. Kate Raynes-Goldie 1:33:56

11M ago1:33:56

1:33:56

Hey smart human, did you ever dream about what you wanted to be when you grew up? If, like me, you did, then you probably restricted yourself in what was possible for you. And I'm guessing didn't consider becoming a business & cultural anthropologist who has designed a connecting tool using the power of LEGO serious play... This is exactly the beau…

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Homeless & Autistic...? Pt 2 - Theo Schools Me in Actually Autistic Joy s3e7 14:40

11M ago14:40

14:40

🎙️ Episode Highlights: The Myth of "You Can Do Anything": An Autistic Lens (Must-listen for adult autistics) The Hidden Costs of Conventional Education on Autistic Lives (Essential for educators) Curious? Keep listening. 👂 Listen and Learn: Step into the intricate world of autistic experiences, as Johnny Profane and Theo dissect the failures and bi…

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Ep. 5- Wellness 44:17

11M ago44:17

44:17

Carley sits down with wellness and fitness instructors Lindsay Juarez (www.mindfulmassageok.com) and Carri Baldwin (https://www.templefitnessyukon.com/) to discuss the importance of overall wellness and share their personal journeys of raising autistic children.By Autism Foundation of OKlahoma

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Episode 94 - The Overconsumption of Knowledge: When Learning Becomes a Liability 12:52

11M ago12:52

12:52

In this podcast episode, I look at overconsuming knowledge and its detrimental impact on our lives. Because constantly seeking new information without taking the time to process and apply it can lead to overwhelm and a lack of focus. In this digital age, we're blessed with an abundance of information at our fingertips. But, have you ever felt overw…

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Homeless & Autistic? Theo Taught Me Actually Autistic Joy in School s3E6 16:18

11M ago16:18

16:18

🎙️ Inside This Episode: • The Hidden World of Theo, a Homeless Autistic... Scholar • Privilege vs. Failure: An Autistic Perspective • The Raw Essence of Autistic Joy ❓Curious? Keep listening to uncover these hidden gems. 🌈 Why You Need to Listen: Step into a realm where societal norms crumble, flashing a spotlight on the true meaning of autistic jo…

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How Harry Learned Patience 24:14

11M ago24:14

24:14

Meet hosts Harrison Lane and Erin Schirm. Harrison received an autism diagnosis in elementary school and now works with employers to help them hire neurodiverse people. Erin leads Meristem–a non-profit day and independent living program for autistic and neurodiverse young adults. We cover: What Harrison does working with employers to build a cultur…

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This Autistic’s Fantasy: So, He Asks about My History… What I told My Doctor, s3e5 13:00

11M ago13:00

13:00

Perfectionism ain’t working for me… maybe not for Autistic AF dot you, either. So here’s something, shall we say, a little “rawer” than my usual /rant… Trascript: https://autisticaf.me/2023/09/29/this-autistics-fantasy-so-he-asks-about-my-history-what-i-told-my-doctor/ #AutisticAF Out Loud Podcast Listen & Subscribe: Apple https://neon.ly/mDd3e Spo…

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Ep. 4- Evan's Promise 49:26

11M ago49:26

49:26

Carley sits down with suicide prevention advocate and parent Shellie Smartt to discuss her son Evan Smartt's life, losing a child, the aftermath, and how she advocates for those with similar experiences. To learn more about Evan's Promise, please visit: http://evanspromise.org/ To learn more about the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, ple…

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Episode 93 - Boundaries - the Building Blocks for Solid Relationships 20:19

11M ago20:19

20:19

In this podcast episode, I dive into the topic of setting boundaries in relationships . You'll learn what they are (and that, contrary to what some people think, they are NOT universal). Failing to recognize or establish boundaries can result in stress, anger, and even the dissolution of a relationship. In this Episode you'll get practical advice o…

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Ep. 3- All About 988 37:03

12M ago37:03

37:03

What is 988? Carley sits down with Josh DeBartolo from the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services to discuss 988 and to learn all about the various help it can provide. Follow us at @autismfoundationok on IG to learn more.By Autism Foundation of OKlahoma

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Ep. 2- Late in Life Diagnosis, Parenting, and Creating Community 1:00:16

12M ago1:00:16

1:00:16

Carley Marissa Dummitt sits down with AFO board member Tom Taylor, who was diagnosed when his child was, to discuss being diagnosed late in life, parenting as an autistic, creating the group 'Autistic Adults of Oklahoma,' and lots more! Follow us on IG @AutismFoundationOK to for more.By Autism Foundation of OKlahoma

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Episode 92 - The Power and Joy of Compromise 13:57

12M ago13:57

13:57

In this episode, I explore the significance of compromise in relationships and how it can bring about both power and joy. Contrary to popular belief compromise does NOT mean giving up power or settling for less. Instead, it can actually lead to win-win situations, where both parties feel satisfied and valued. Stop viewing compromises as deal breake…

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Introducing Voices of Community 1:25

12M ago1:25

1:25

Host Harrison Lane introduces the Voice of Community podcast. This is Meristem’s Breaking Barriers Transformative Autism Program Voices of the Community Podcast. So what is Voices of Community you might ask? Well, if you're a job seeker, if you're an employer, if you're a community member interested in learning more about how to work with somebody …

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Episode 91 - The Myths of Attraction with Laerke Nielsen 1:30:47

12M ago1:30:47

1:30:47

In this podcast episode, fast-brained dating coach Laerke Nielsen and I delve into the myths around attraction and offer practical relationship strategies. Laerke challenges the notion of instant attraction, and advocates instead for ‘slow dating’. We look at the dangers of projecting our desires and expectations onto others and touch upon crucial …

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