Janice DeBlois

Mother and longtime advocate for her son Tony, author of Some Kind of Genius, and an active caregiver who describes Tony's early life and supports his musical career.

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Nov 6, 2025 • 22min

BONUS: Archipelago at the Treffert Center

Jeremy Chapman, a child and adolescent psychiatrist, outlines the mission behind Treffert Studios and the Archipelago event for savants. Janice DeBlois shares the inspiring journey of her son Tony, a blind autistic musical savant with a vast repertoire and improvisational skills. The trio discusses the importance of nurturing unique talents, the therapeutic power of art and music, and emotional moments from the gathering that validated the savant community. They also explore practical advice for creatives and the hope of making Archipelago an annual celebration of genius.

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