Kaelynn Partlow, a vibrant TikTok creator and participant from Netflix’s Love on the Spectrum, shares her rich insights on autism. She reflects on her diagnosis at age 10 and discusses her experiences with social communication deficits and the challenges of masking. Kaelynn highlights the significance of stimming and sensory sensitivities, contrasting them with non-autistic perspectives. She emphasizes that all autistic behaviors are genuine human behaviors and tackles the misconceptions surrounding autism as an invisible disability.

Guest Host Talia Schlanger speaks to the co-creator and subjects of Netflix’s Emmy-winning series, “Love on the Spectrum.” The show, which premiered in the  U.S. after two Australian seasons, follows individuals on the autism spectrum through struggles and successes in their search for love. Director and producer Cian O’Clery is joined by participant Kaelynn Partlow, who is also an autism therapist and advocate. O’Clery and Partlow share their experiences making the series and their take on traditional portrayals of autism in the media. Schlanger then speaks with  consultant and autism advocate Jennifer Cook. Cook is the author of several books on autism, including her memoir, “Autism In Heels: The Untold Story Of A Female Life On The Spectrum.”  She serves as the dating coach for participants in the series, tailoring her help to their specific needs.  With her guests, Schlanger unpacks the intentions, inner workings and impact of this unique reality dating show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.