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All Autism Talk
All Autism Talk is a podcast where stories come to life and voices are heard, celebrating the beauty and strength of the autism community. Through heartfelt interviews with individuals on the spectrum, authors, and professionals, we share wisdom, courage, and hope. Whether you’re a parent seeking guidance, an educator looking to inspire, or a self-advocate on your journey, this podcast offers a place of connection and understanding. Join us as we honor the unique stories that unite us and work…
Episodes
All Autism TalkOut of the Archives: Navigating Autism with Dr. Temple Grandin & Dr. Debra Moore
Dr. Temple Grandin returns to the podcast to discuss her latest book, Navigating Autism, which is a collaboration with psychologist Debra Moore, who has done…
All Autism TalkOut of the Archives: An Honest Look at the Full Experience of Autism with Russell Lehmann
This month we're going back in the archives to season 7 episode 7 with Russell Lehmann! Motivational Speaker and Poet, Russell Lehmann shares with us his…
All Autism TalkOut of the Archives: Female Life on the Spectrum with Jennifer Cook
We're looking back to season 6 and pulling episode 14 out of the archives! Jennifer Cook was diagnosed on the autism spectrum at the age of 35 and is raising…
All Autism TalkA New Chapter for All Autism Talk
After more than 10 years of conversations, learning, and community, All Autism Talk is taking a pause. In this brief episode, Richie reflects on the podcast’s…
All Autism TalkAutism and the Two of Us: Love, Communication, and Neurodiversity
In this episode, Dr. Cindy Ariel explores relationships involving autistic and neurodivergent individuals, drawing from her book Autism and the Two of Us. She…
All Autism TalkWater Safety and Autism: What Families Need to Know
In this episode, Dr. Molly O'Shea, MD, joins us to discuss the critical importance of water safety for all children, with special attention to the unique…
All Autism TalkFriendship Skills for Neurodivergent Adults
In this episode, Caroline Maguire explores the nuances of friendship through a neurodivergent lens, drawing from her book Friendship Skills for Neurodivergent…
All Autism TalkCollege Accommodations for Autistic Students: What Actually Works
In this episode, Emilie Brotherton and Darby Schwien take us inside the ASCEND program at Missouri State University, a unique initiative supporting students…
All Autism TalkAutistic Voices Inside ABA: The Conversation the Field Needs
In this episode, Samantha and Reux—autistic adults working in applied behavior analysis—share their personal journeys from diagnosis to professional life. They…
All Autism TalkAutism, AI, and the Art of Songwriting with Rachel Schaub
Rachel Schaub is a 16-year-old autistic singer-songwriter who joins us to share stories about her love of singing and songwriting through AI. She shares about…
All Autism TalkHow One Mom Built Life-Changing Tools for Her Autistic Son
Rachel Estes Leyk is a mother, businesswoman, coach, and advocate who delivers heartfelt and highly practical strategies for raising emotionally resilient…
All Autism TalkDismantling Ableism and Centering Autistic Voices
Jenny Palmiotto, founder of Love and Autism, joins us to share the inspiring journey behind the movement that’s redefining how we think about autism. Jenny…
All Autism TalkUnlocking Communication: The Story of PECS with Dr. Andy Bondy & Lori Frost
In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Andy Bondy and his wife, Lori Frost, MS, CCC-SLP, who are the co-founders of Pyramid Educational Consultants, Inc. They’re…
All Autism TalkWhat You Didn't Know About the Hurdles of Autism Care in Illinois
In this episode, we sit down with Karem Alnatafgi and Heather Teichman from the Illinois Providers for ABA Access and Quality (IPAAQ) to explore the challenges…
All Autism TalkAnthony Ianni: The First Division I Basketball Player Diagnosed with Autism
Anthony Ianni was diagnosed with autism as a child, and like many, his parents were given dire predictions about his future. Despite being told he wouldn’t…
All Autism TalkHaircuts with Heart: Vernon Jackson’s Mission as an Autism Friendly Barber
Vernon Jackson is an award-winning barber, author, and advocate known for transforming the haircut experience for neurodivergent children and their families…
All Autism TalkFashion That Fits Every Body: Hilary Pham on Adaptive Clothing Innovation
Hilary Pham, Founder and CEO of Equability, joins us to share insights about her company, which specializes in adapting existing clothing for individuals with…
All Autism TalkUnderstanding the Autistic and ADHD Nervous System
Dr. Megan Anna Neff, a neurodivergent psychologist (autistic & ADHD) and founder of Neurodivergent Insights, returns to discuss the complexities of the nervous…
All Autism TalkAutism Diagnosis Without Bias: Eye Gaze Technology and Equity in Action
Dr. Hanna Rue and Jonathan Lehmann join us to discuss the importance of early diagnosis and the potential of a new tool aimed at addressing health disparities…
All Autism TalkFrom Struggle to Strength: A Father’s Journey with Autism
Harry Psaros shares his personal journey as a father navigating the challenges of raising a child with autism. He discusses his initial challenges in accepting…
All Autism TalkThe Importance of Fitness to Support Life Skills
Eric Chessen, founder of Autism Fitness, shares his journey to create effective fitness programs for neurodivergent individuals. He emphasizes the importance…
All Autism TalkMeet Michael Maloney, Founder and CEO of LEARN Behavioral
Michael Maloney, Founder and CEO of LEARN Behavioral, joins us to share about his early career in education and how a small consulting company grew into an…
All Autism TalkA Message From All of us at All Autism Talk
Happy Holidays from all of us at All Autism Talk! We’re thrilled to share that starting in January, All Autism Talk will debut a fresh new look and feel while…
All Autism TalkGrowing Up With Autism And Finding Belonging and Purpose
Andrew Moore serves as Directory Administrator for Autistic Minds, an educational charity and resource center in the UK joins us to share his story of finding…
All Autism TalkLiving a Full Life with Autism with Martin Slyngstad
Martin Slyngstad a Behavior Specialist, and currently in school to become a Speech Pathologist, joins us to discuss his multitude of interests and…
All Autism TalkReducing Behavior Technician Burn Out
Melissa Furman, a Clinical Director for Total Spectrum- Michigan West joins us to discuss the importance of staff retention in the field of ABA and to share…
All Autism TalkMoms Roundtable: Autism, Wellness, and Motherhood
In this episode we are joined by three dynamic women who share their perspectives on how to best care for yourself and your family while raising a child with…
All Autism TalkAdvocating for Your Family and Good, Contemporary ABA With Arfa Alam
Arfa Alam is a senior manager at the Partnership for Public Service, a non-profit that envisions a dynamic and innovative federal government that effectively…
All Autism TalkThe Advances and Challenges of DEI Initiatives in ABA
Brandon Whitfield, Sr. Clinical Director for AST, part of LEARN Behavioral has presented at several conferences including BABA’s (Black Applied Behavior…
All Autism TalkSelf-care and Sensory Needs for Neurodivergent Individuals
Dr. Megan Anna Neff, a Neurodivergent Psychologist joins us to discuss discovering her own autism in the aftermath of her child’s diagnosis and how that has…
All Autism TalkThe Importance of Ethical Decision Making For Behavior Analysts
Dr. Linda LeBlanc, a Licensed Psychologist and author of 3 books on supervision joins us to discuss her latest book about ethics which she co-authored with Dr…
All Autism TalkBack To School Tips for Parents of Kids with Autism
Jessica Sylfest is the parent of a child with Autism and ADHD and the Sr. Director of Talent Acquisition for LEARN Behavioral. Jessica’s compassion, warmth…
All Autism TalkHow Neurodiverse Voices are Influencing the Evolution of ABA
Dr. Becky Thompson, Director of Clinical Services for the Wisconsin Early Autism Project (WEAP), and Reux Lennon, Non-binary member of both the LGBT and Autism…
All Autism TalkSuccessful Models for Assent-Based Vaccine Clinics
Kerry Hoops the current President of the Autism Society of Greater Wisconsin and the clinical director for Wisconsin Early Autism Project’s Green Bay region…
All Autism TalkA Closer Look at The BHCOE
Dr. Ellie Kazemi is the Chief Science Officer at Behavioral Health Center of Excellence (BHCOE), an accrediting organization focused on improving the quality…
All Autism TalkThe Importance of Prioritizing Applied Research for Practicing BCBA’s
Dr. Amber Valentino, Chief Clinical Officer for Trumpet Behavioral Health where she leads all research and training activities, joins us to discuss the…
All Autism TalkBridging the Gap Between Autism Culture and American Culture
Motivational Speaker and Poet Russell Lehmann joins us for a third time to explore autism through the lens of culture. Having spent most of his life in…
All Autism TalkThe Words We Use When Discussing Autism
Motivational Speaker and Poet Russell Lehmann joins us for a second time to share his perspectives on the words we use when discussing autism. Having spent…
All Autism TalkAn Honest Look at the Full Experience of Autism with Russell Lehmann
Motivational Speaker and Poet Russell Lehmann joins us to share his perspectives on autism and the human condition. Having spent most of his life in isolation…
All Autism TalkBHCOE Accreditation: Understanding How Quality Care is Measured in ABA
Sara Litvak, Founder & CEO of Behavioral Health Center of Excellence, the only ABA-specific accrediting body joins us to discuss the different ways quality is…
All Autism TalkUnderstanding the IEP Process and How to Best Advocate for Your Child
Mo Buti, an advocate and instructional expert for people with autism joins us to take a deep dive into the IEP process. She shares details about all the people…
All Autism TalkCurrent Autism Research and Why Families May Want to Participate
Pamela Feliciano, Scientific Director of SPARK (Simons Powering Autism Research) the world’s largest autism research study. Dr. Feliciano joins us to share her…
All Autism TalkLasting Happiness - How to be kinder to yourself and others
Professor Emeritus at the University of Oregon and President of the Choose Kindness Foundation, Doug Carnine joins us to discuss his work with the Choose…
All Autism TalkThe Breakaway - Transitioning Autistic Adolescents into Adulthood
Dr. Tom Welch an expert in work with neurodiverse young people and families joins us to talk about the important work of preparing adolescents for adulthood…
All Autism TalkThe September 26th Project: Safety Preparedness for Families with Autism
The September 26th was created to honor the lives of a family that was tragically lost in a home fire. By providing safety awareness and preparedness resources…
All Autism TalkCreating a Successful Holiday for Children with Autism
All Autism Talk hosts Kathrine Johnson and Richie Ploesch, sit down to discuss strategies and tips to support a happy, safe, and fun holiday experience for…
All Autism TalkEnriching Life Experiences for Young Autistic Adults
Heather Tarczan, Executive Director of Urban Autism Solutions joins us to talk about how their program is working to build opportunity and community for young…
All Autism TalkNobody’s Normal: How Culture Created the Stigma of Mental Illness
Roy Richard Grinker is a Professor of Anthropology and International Affairs at George Washington University and author. He joins us to share insights from his…
All Autism TalkTSC: A Rare Genetic Disease with a 50% Autism Diagnosis
Kari Luther Rosbeck, President & CEO, TSC Alliance, and Steven L. Roberds, PhD, Chief Scientific Officer, TSC Alliance join us for a discussion about Tuberous…
All Autism TalkDr. Temple Grandin and Dr. Debra Moore - Navigating Autism
Dr. Temple Grandin returns to the podcast to discuss her latest book, Navigating Autism, which is a collaboration with psychologist Debra Moore, who has done…
All Autism TalkAddressing the Cultural Needs of Families with Autism
Corina Jimenez-Gomez, faculty at Auburn University, and Lauren Beaulieu a behavior analyst for 20 years join us to discuss the importance of culturally…
All Autism TalkFemale Life on the Spectrum - Insights from Jennifer Cook
Jennifer Cook was diagnosed on the autism spectrum at the age of 35 and is raising three children on the spectrum. She is the author of seven bestselling…
All Autism TalkAdvancing Research and Understanding of Autism
Holly Lechniak Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Outreach Director for the AARTS (Autism Assessment, Research, Treatment, and Services) Center at Rush…
All Autism TalkAutism Today: A Look at How Far We Have Come and What is Still Needed
Dr. Fred Volkmar, a professor at Yale University with over 40 years in the field of autism-related studies, joins us to provide perspective on how far we have…
All Autism TalkFollow Your Passions: The Vast Areas of Interest in ABA
Dr. Danquah-Brobby is an international psychologist and board certified behavior analyst currently serving as the ABA Chair for the Chicago School of…
All Autism TalkWomen in Behavior Analysis with Devon Sundberg
Devon Sundberg, M.S., BCBA is the founder of the groundbreaking (and long overdue) Women in Behavior Analysis Conference (WIBA). Devon shares how raising three…
All Autism TalkSupporting Autistic Individuals from High School to Adulthood with Dan McManmon
Dan McManmon is President of the College Internship Program, also known as CIP, one of the world’s most comprehensive transition programs for young adults on…
All Autism TalkGirls and Autism: Diagnosis, Treatment, and New Research with Dr. Ronit Molko
Dr. Ronit Molko acts as an advisor to investors, service providers, clinical organizations, and communities, providing cutting-edge insights into the rapidly…
All Autism TalkAutism Acceptance Month with the Autism Society’s President Christopher Banks
Christopher Banks has a comprehensive background in human services and the healthcare arena, where he’s had a successful record of increasing fundraising…
All Autism TalkNew Research on Sleep Issues in Autism with Dr. Annette Estes
Dr. Annette Estes is a Research Professor in the Department of Speech and Hearing Sciences and Department of Psychology at the University of Washington. She…