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The Autistic Mile
A meaningful new platform dedicated to advocacy, understanding, and connection within the autism community. The podcast is designed to spark thoughtful conversations and provide helpful dialogue that sheds light on the real experiences, challenges, and strengths of autistic individuals and the families who love and support them. Through authentic stories, practical insights, and heartfelt discussions, The Autistic Mile aims to further awareness, foster compassion, and build a stronger sense of…
Episodes
- The Autistic Mile
Breaking Comfort Zones: Jim Gaffney on Art and Growth
Growth doesn't happen inside your comfort zone. In this short, Jim Gaffney shares how creating art, music, and media as an autistic adult has meant embracing…
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AI Helps Me Find My Voice
AI Helps Me Find My VoiceFor years, I had the words in my head but struggled to get them out. As an autistic adult, communication hasn't always come easily…
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Episode 4: Sleepless in St. Augustine
Episode 4: Sleepless in St. AugustineWhat happens when your mind refuses to slow down? In this deeply personal episode of The Autistic Mile, Jim Gaffney shares…
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Episode 3: 250 years of freedom & a century of understanding autism
Episode 3 celebrates the 250th birthday of the United States while reflecting on the remarkable journey of autism understanding over the past century. From…
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Short: Autistic Burnout: The Hidden Struggle
Autistic burnout is far more than feeling tired. It is a state of overwhelming physical, mental, and emotional exhaustion caused by the constant demands of…
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Short: The Weight of Perceived Judgment and Low Self-Esteem
Many autistic adults spend years carrying the invisible weight of feeling judged by others. Whether those judgments are real or simply perceived, they can…
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Episode 2: The distance between my brain and the microphone
Episode 2: The Distance Between My Brain and the MicrophoneIn this honest and personal episode of The Autistic Mile, host Jim Gaffney shares the challenges of…
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Welcome To The Autistic Mile
Episode 1: The Story Behind The Autistic MileIn the premiere episode of The Autistic Mile, host Jim Gaffney shares the vision behind the podcast and its…