The Neurodiversity Podcast talks with leaders in the fields of psychology, education, and beyond, about positively impacting neurodivergent people. Our goal is to reframe differences that were once considered disabilities or disorders, promote awareness of this unique population, and improve the lives of neurodivergent and high-ability people.
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Dive into the transformational ideas from the book Neurodiversity-Affirming Schools: Transforming Practices So All Students Feel Accepted and Supported, with the Creating Neurodiversity-Affirming Schools podcast. Perfect for book clubs, professional learning communities, or individual listeners, this podcast breaks down each chapter into actionable discussions. Hosted by the authors of the book Neurodiversity-Affirming Schools, Emily Kircher-Morris and Amanda Morin will help you shift mindse ...
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Parenting or working with neurodivergent children, teens, or young adults? Join us Jason Grygla, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Founder and Director of NeuroDev, a specialized mentoring program for neurodivergent young adults, and Debbie Grygla, Certified Parent Coach as we share practical tools, expert insights, and personal experiences to help you better support neurodivergents and foster their growth, development, and emotional well-being.
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First impressions can take only 6 seconds to make! But if you’re neurodivergent, those quick judgments about you can be misleading. That’s where the Beyond 6 Seconds podcast comes in! Join me, Carolyn Kiel, as I talk with neurodivergent entrepreneurs, creators, advocates & more about their lives and identities. Their stories shatter misconceptions, break stigma and showcase the vibrance of neurodiversity.
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This podcast is hosted by myself, Dr. Matt Zakreski, a clinical psychologist and speaker, alongside our co-host and producer Jake Noonan, an educational coach and humanities teacher. We are here to leverage our personal and professional experiences as neurodivergent specialists to inform and entertain the world around us. And, since we can’t do that on our own, we’ve collected an incredible group of professionals from all walks of life who use their time and talent to support the neurodiverg ...
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If you find the normal advice on “just work in this way, and everything will be perfect” and you constantly get stuck in a cycle of trying to “fix your business” and no matter what you do it just doesn't feel quite right. This podcast is for you.
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Exploring Neurodiversity with Theo Smith and friends - is your go-to podcast for ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, and more. Hosted by Theo Smith, this podcast spotlights global voices and real-life experiences, offering deep insights into embracing neurodiversity, inclusive workplaces, and overcoming challenges. Perfect for HR professionals, business leaders, and anyone eager to unlock the potential of diverse minds. Join the movement: #NeurodiversityAtWork #NeurodiversityWithTheoSmith. Follow Theo o ...
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You’ve landed at Spark Launch — the guide star for embracing what it means to be neurodiverse. Hosted by Chaya Mallavaram (the artsy ADHD brain behind Spark Launch) and Mike Cornell (a peer support specialist who reminds us that imperfection is where the magic happens), this podcast dives deep into the messy, beautiful, and often challenging realities of neurodivergent life. Each episode blends personal stories with expert insights to tackle issues affecting our community, such as mental hea ...
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Meristem is a nonprofit program that supports young adults on the autism spectrum to develop greater independence. Our podcast will be talking about our program and interviewing people dealing with challenges of integrating into the workforce. Meristem's Breaking Barriers Transformative Autism Program has worked with hundreds of employers and job seekers to hire, train, and retain neurodivergent people. Join hosts Erin Schirm and Harrison Lane for real stories of "the messy middle" from peop ...
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Beacon College's "A World of Difference: Embracing Neurodiversity" The Podcast
A World of Difference
"A World of Difference" celebrates and supports families who are navigating the journey of learning differences. The show is produced by Beacon College (America's first accredited baccalaureate institution dedicated to educating students who learn differently). Episodes examine neurodiversity issues related to learning disabilities, ADHD, dyslexia, autistic spectrum disorders, and learning differences from birth through the baccalaureate years through compelling storytelling, conversations w ...
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Discussing neurodiverse fictional beings as presented in the media and literature
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Welcome to Neurodiversity University. Where Dr. Brandon Park will talk about everything from neurodiversity topics to real life experiences. Sit back, relax, and listen while he talks about the brain and all the complex functions that define who we are.
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I am Steph! Thank you for being here! I am an occupational therapist, reiki master, specialised kinesiologist, and above all, a human being learning to express my authentic self! I specialise in neurodivergent affirming practice and trauma informed care. I am an AuDHDer (Autistic and ADHD) I also have CPTSD and a dissociative disorder. This podcast was named Alphabet Soup after I looked at my diagnosis rap sheet! I then realised none of this defined me, and I felt called to share with you my ...
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Neurodiverse individuals discuss their experiences and their identities. We will also speak to family members, support providers, experts, and others interested in the Neurodiversity community.
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Welcome to Neurodiversity Natter: The Umbrella Project, where we will be podcasting everything ‘neurodiversity’, including guest interviews with leaders in the field of ND, Psychology, Education and beyond. We celebrate thinking differently.
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Neurodiversity Superpowers is a podcast for and about people who see and interact with the world a little differently. Host Lucy interviews guests from all corners of society who embrace their neurological differences and use their “powers” for good.
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Tim Goldstein draws on his background in business and business management, sales and marketing, and various developer and manager roles in the tech industry. Tim's unique autistic view point combine with his ability to clearly express the most complex ideas make him the world's only Neurodiverse Communication Specialist.Tim discusses a range of issues faced by the autistic and neurodiverse adult in all facets of life drawing from both his experience after being diagnosed with Asperger's at a ...
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Twice exceptional teen Cate Dunn discusses her experiences living with ADHD and giftedness, interviews guests, and researches the many different forms of neurodiversity. https://twiceexceptional.podbean.com/
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A podcast for neurodivergents, by neurodivergents. To learn, and grow by sharing one South African neurodivergent story at a time.
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Psychologically verified ADHD-haver Sarah and spergs Jeremy and Julian give advice with a neurodiverse twist, talk about food and get nostalgic about the pop culture of their childhoods.
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My name is Joseph K Muscat and my purpose is to bring you through a journey of Neurodiversity awareness and skillsets in the workplace and with entrepreneurs. This is all about transforming our mindset, finding purpose, discovering our superpowers, setting clear goals and creating solutions that will increase productivity and profitability by becoming more inclusive and diverse.
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A renowned DEI Design Thinking Strategist, Coach and Trainer, Sara Kedge blends curiosity and playfulness with deep cross-functional knowledge. She prides herself on helping teams move out of stressful dysfunction to create human-focused workplace cultures where critical thinking – and people – are encouraged and valued. Sara carries the collective experience of the neurodivergent community into the solutions she co-creates with her clients. As the founder and curator of How 2 Entrepreneuro, ...
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Neurodiversity Superpowers of Autism, ADHD, OCD, Dyslexia, and other unique brains
Michael Whitehouse
For two decades, I believed that my ADHD was a disability. Only at the age of 41 would I come to realize that my ADHD was an incredible asset, and when I leaned into that, I achieved greater success than ever before. ADHD is the engine behind my own success as a networker and coach. Over the past few years, I have spoken with thousands of entrepreneurs, and found that many of them have some kind of neurodiverse diagnosis. ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, OCD, and more. Like me, for many of them, thei ...
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Welcome to Embrace, a heartfelt podcast series led by Rachel Forbes, Executive Director of LDS - Learn. Develop. Succeed. Drawing on her rich experience in community building, social justice, and nonprofit leadership, Rachel takes you on an intimate journey through the life of Mason—a remarkable individual whose story of navigating dyslexia and ADHD offers powerful insights into the world of neurodivergence. Through Mason’s story, from his early years in preschool to adulthood, we explore th ...
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You Don’t Want a Hug, Right? The Hilarity and the Hard of Raising Humans with Neurodiversity
Gwen & Kristen
Join Gwen & Kristen on their proverbial couch (the most INCLUSIVE of couches) as they share irreverently honest stories and wisdom gained through a collective 35 years of parenting FIERCELY EPIC neurodiverse humans. These friends have spent eons talking together about the hilarity and the hard of their parenting journeys and they want to invite you into those conversations too. Thanks for tuning in. They already think you're rather fantastic. To get more of Gwen & Kristen, join our newslette ...
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Embracing Neurodivergent Affirming Care: Balancing Acceptance and Practical Support with Jason
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If you’ve ever wondered, “How do I support my child’s authentic self while helping them navigate the real world?”—you’re not alone. You’ve heard about neurodivergent affirming care and its emphasis on acceptance, but there’s still a challenge: How do we strike the balance between honoring individuality and addressing the practical demands of life? …
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Today Emily Kircher-Morris talks with Gestalt language processing expert Ali Battye about the nuts and bolts of Gestalt, and why it's useful and important in understanding and supporting neurodivergent communicators. They talk about the barriers faced by Gestalt language processors, the role of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), and …
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This episode we talk with Jesse Schewchuk, the CEO and founder of Modern Muse Media. As someone with over twenty years of experience in television, Jesse empowers professionals to leverage video and media as a source for impactful branding. Together, we dive into her early-onset menopause -- which led to a late ADHD diagnosis -- and her hospitaliza…
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In this episode of Creating Neurodiversity-Affirming Schools, Amanda Morin and Emily Kircher-Morris explore the complexities of masking, camouflaging, and authenticity in neurodivergent students. They discuss why students engage in these behaviors, the cognitive and emotional costs, and how educators can create environments that support choice and …
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Jessica Birch is a national advocate and speaker living on the South East Coast of Australia. Since her late diagnosis of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) at the age of 33, she has turned her attention to awareness building and education to create a better understanding of the prevalence and consequences of prenatal alcohol exposure in Austra…
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Send us a text Harry and Eric Steward, the director of Meristem’s Work Skills program and the Transformative Autism Program, sit down with Grant Harris, a published author and chief diversity executive. Grant talks about his experience with a late autism diagnosis, his journey with self-advocacy, and his journey with building his diversity, equity,…
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Why You Keep Getting Stuck in the Same Parenting Struggles (And How to Break Free) with Debbie
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If you’ve ever thought, “Why does this keep happening?!”—whether it’s battles over transitions, screen time, or meltdowns—you’re not alone. You try different strategies, set boundaries, offer choices… yet you keep getting stuck in the same frustrating cycles. The truth is, the situation isn’t actually the problem—it’s how we think about the situati…
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Today we're discussing the concept of whole body listening, and its evolution to whole body regulation. Elizabeth Sautter joins Emily Kircher-Morris to talk about that evolution, and what it means to neurodivergent people and those who support them. They discuss emotional regulation and co-regulation, the role of educators and parents in modeling e…
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In this episode of Creating Neurodiversity-Affirming Schools, Emily Kircher-Morris and Amanda Morin explore Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and how it can transform classrooms into inclusive, supportive environments for all students. They discuss practical ways educators can shift their teaching approaches to better serve neurodivergent learner…
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On this episode, Emily Kircher-Morris and Dr. Daniel Ansari discuss the complexities of math education, including the anxiety it can cause in students, the challenges of teaching methods, and the importance of understanding learning difficulties like dyscalculia. They talk about the importance of explicit instruction in math, the role of neuroscien…
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This episode, we talk with Athena Stagias and dive deep into her work at the Quad Preparatory School in New York! Athena is a passionate advocate for neurodiversity, bringing her expertise and wisdom as a speech-language pathologist and social-cognitive therapist to all conversations. She brings an influential and inspirational energy to Quad Prep …
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In this episode of Creating Neurodiversity-Affirming Schools, Emily Kircher-Morris and Amanda Morin take on a challenging yet vital topic: dismantling ableism in education. They explore how ableism is often unintentionally built into school systems and classroom practices and discuss the importance of reflecting on our biases to create more inclusi…
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Effective teaching involves more than just what happens formally in the classroom, and on this episode, Emily Kircher-Morris welcomes educator and author Adam Meyersieck to talk about it. They discuss the need for engaging teaching methods that connect with students emotionally and socially. They discuss collaboration between parents and educators …
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Tim Goldstein's Chapter from "Inclusion and Autism Neurodiverse Autistic First-Person Accounts"
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Have my first academic book finally being released. Co-Edited & authored with Santoshi Halder of the University of Calcutta & Dave Caudel of Vanderbilt University's Frist Center of Autism and Innovation. Been a long process that we started pre-COVID with the pandemic causing multiple delays. The part of recruiting contributors and editing seemed st…
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Content warning: Death of a pet, mentions of institutionalization and electroconvulsive treatment Beatrice Leong is a Malaysian entrepreneur and documentary filmmaker. After a lifetime of mental health challenges and misdiagnoses, she was diagnosed as autistic at the age of 35, bringing clarity to her lifelong struggles. Beatrice founded AIDA (Auti…
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Is it that they can’t—or that they won’t? In this episode, we break down the common struggle of distinguishing between genuine inability and refusal in neurodivergent kids, teens, and young adults. We explore: • Why challenges can feel insurmountable due to unique brain wiring • How to avoid power struggles and foster autonomy • The neural response…
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In this episode of Creating Neurodiversity-Affirming Schools, Emily and Amanda explore the double empathy problem—a concept that challenges the assumption that neurodivergent individuals lack empathy and instead highlights how misunderstandings happen between different neurotypes. They share personal stories, real-world classroom scenarios, and str…
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In the second of our powerful two-part conversation, Emily Kircher-Morris and Dr. William Dodson discuss the complexities of ADHD, emotional dysregulation and its subset, and Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria (RSD). He explains how RSD can manifest in ADHDers, the impact of childhood experiences, and the importance of understanding and treating these…
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This episode, we talk with Andi McNair and dive deep into her experience in the neurodiverse world. She is a passionate educator and advocate, focused on designing meaningful learning experiences that serve gifted learners well. Come learn with a blend of humor, relatability, and genuine enthusiasm, and learn about Andi and her passion for creating…
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A World of Difference: Embracing Neurodiversity | Navigating the Transition to Middle School | S5E6
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Helping Neurodivergent Students Navigate the Transition to Middle School As actress Zooey Deschanel famously observed, "Nothing could be as hard as middle school." This sentiment rings especially true for many children with learning and attention issues, who may find the transition from the familiar comforts of elementary school to the increased de…
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If you've ever found yourself saying "Calm down!" during your child's meltdown—only to watch it make things worse—you're not alone. The truth is, neurodivergent children, teens, and young adults don't just know how to regulate their emotions... it's a skill that needs to be taught and developed. But here's the kicker: emotional regulation isn't som…
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In this episode of Creating Neurodiversity-Affirming Schools, Emily and Amanda explore what it truly means to be neurodiversity-affirming in education. They discuss how recognizing and embracing learner variability leads to better outcomes for all students—not just neurodivergent learners. Emily and Amanda are joined by Barbara Pape, Senior Directo…
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In part one of a two-part conversation, Emily Kircher-Morris and Dr. William Dodson discuss the complexities of ADHD, emotional dysregulation and its subset, and Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria (RSD). He explains how RSD can manifest in ADHDers, the impact of childhood experiences, and the importance of understanding and treating these conditions. …
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Mike and Chaya conclude Spark Launch's first season by sitting down with Dr. Jeff Karp, a biomedical engineer, Harvard Medical School and MIT professor, and passionate neurodiversity advocate. Dr. Karp shares how he went from struggling student to noted innovator with over 175 published papers and 100 patents, calling attention to the ways traditio…
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Check out this new resource- Masking and Unmasking Reflection and Checklist! It's completely Free! Let me know what you think! Get your copy HERE Connect with me, Steph: www.sgroccupationaltherapy.com Email: [email protected] Come and join us on the socials: Instagram: www.instagram.com/sgroccupationaltherapy/ Facebook: www.facebook.…
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Welcome back for 2025! Just a little life update in this one :) Connect with me, Steph: www.sgroccupationaltherapy.com Email: [email protected] Come and join us on the socials: Instagram: www.instagram.com/sgroccupationaltherapy/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/SGROccupationalTherapy Facebook group- The Neurodiversity Empowerment Movement…
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Well — it's been a while hasn't it. Annd... I'm starting this season off with a bit of a doozy. Are we all a slave to a disobedient controller'? Or is the idea that our brains are dysfunctional actually causing more harm? I discuss an alternative approaches to addressing the real struggles associated with executive functioning. Based on What if Exe…
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Diagnosed with autism at age 2, Adin Boyer grew up struggling with being bullied, making friends and accepting himself. He finally began to flourish while attending a performing arts middle and high school, when he faced less bullying and leaned into his musical talent and training in classical piano, choir, opera and music theory. Adin gained wide…
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“Why won’t they just change their mind?” If you’ve ever found yourself frustrated by a neurodivergent loved one’s black-and-white thinking or their refusal to reconsider a decision, you’re not alone. In this episode of Autism & Neurodiversity, we explore the common pattern of what Jason calls "rigid decisiveness." We unpack how this behavior—often …
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Mike and Chaya sit down with James Dewar-Haggart, founder of Strong Path, a fitness organization built to prioritize inclusivity for the neurodivergent community. James shares his journey through depression, substance use, and ADHD, and how those experiences shaped his approach to creating a supportive space that acknowledges both emotional and phy…
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Send us a text Harry and Erin sit down with New York Times best-selling author J.D. Barker about the intersection between autism and creativity – J.D.’s journey with a late autism diagnosis and how autism has contributed to his major success as an author. In this episode: J.D. details his life before and after his diagnosis at the age of 22 How aut…
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This episode, we interview Anita Roach and discuss her experience with trauma and how to authentically understand one's trauma -- while bringing it to the workplace. Anita addresses the impact that trauma-informed leadership can have on a work environment. She dives deep into her life's journey into her work. Anita aims to break the silence on trau…
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This week, we’re sharing the inaugural episode of the Creating Neurodiversity-Affirming Schools podcast! Today, hosts Emily Kircher-Morris and Amanda Morin introduce themselves, and talk about their new book, Neurodiversity-Affirming Schools: Transforming Practices So All Students Feel Accepted and Supported. This podcast is great as a learning too…
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