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Dec 13, 2023 • 25min

Ron Sandison on employment opportunities and faith

Hosts, Andrew Komarow and Eileen Lamb, speak with Ron Sandison. Ron is founder of Spectrum Inclusion, which empowers young adults with autism for employment. He also is a professor of theology. 
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Dec 5, 2023 • 41min

Devin Morrissey on ‘Love on the Spectrum’ and podcasting

Hosts, Andrew Komarow and Eileen Lamb, speak with Devin Morrissey. Devin describes himself as “an Autistic powerhouse” who has been able to live his own life by his standards and rules. Born and raised in Danville, California, he moved to Los Angeles, California, straight out of high school to receive his Bachelor’s Degree from Whittier College and his Master’s Degree from University of Southern California. Devin went on to launch his blog, Autistic Super Power, where he talks about everything Autism related, from his early beginnings learning how to communicate through music, to promoting DE&I for all Autistic adults in the workplace and in life. Devin recently launched his new podcast, Autistically Unapologetic, where he explores all topic relevant in the world of Autism and speaks with fellow Autistic trailblazers in a variety of fields. Devin is a supporting cast member on Netflix’s 3-time Emmy award winning series, Love On The Spectrum US. ------The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Autism Speaks.
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Nov 21, 2023 • 42min

Armando Bernal on ABA, social media and the Doug Flutie Foundation

Hosts, Andrew Komarow and Eileen Lamb, speak with Armando Bernal.Armando Bernal is a neurodivergent board certified behavior analyst who supports patients between the ages of 2-18-years-old. In addition, Armando provides autistic consultation, parent and therapist consultation, speaking engagements for companies across the nation, and supervision and mentorship to other BCBAs and therapists.Armando has also participated in several collaborations with Vanderbilt University and the Suny Empire State University meant to further support self-advocacy and independence for individuals with autism. In addition, Armando is also a Flutie Fellow of the Doug Flutie Foundation.
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Nov 15, 2023 • 24min

Andy Farmer on skydiving, Special Olympics and kinesiology

Hosts, Andrew Komarow and Eileen Lamb, speak with Andy Farmer. Andy is an Eagle Scout who earned his bachelor's degree in kinesiology. In 2021, he publicly disclosed his Asperger's syndrome diagnosis and became an advocate for Autism Speaks. 
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Nov 10, 2023 • 30min

Matthew Leach on podcasting, college and sibling goals

Hosts, Andrew Komarow and Eileen Lamb, speak with biology major senior student at the University of Kentucky Matthew Leach. Matthew enjoys reading, going to the movies, and spending time with his French bulldog , Chloe.He has co-authored "See the Able Not the Label" and "Frankie & Finn." he also shares his personal journey with autism on a podcast called "Puzzle in Progress" with his sister as co-host.
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Nov 6, 2023 • 34min

Adulting on the Spectrum: Charles Gies on autism and aging

Hosts, Andrew Komarow and Eileen Lamb, speak with retired mainframe computer software engineer Charles Gies. Gies speaks on autism, aging and getting a diagnosis later in life. 
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Nov 3, 2023 • 31min

Part 2: Temple Grandin and John Frizzell Share Insights on Autism and Employment

Part 2! Exclusive! Temple Grandin, autistic advocate, author and speaker, and special guest John Frizzell, a Hollywood composer who also has autism answer our community questions on employment.
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Oct 30, 2023 • 31min

Larissa Grabois on the power of music

Hosts, Andrew Komarow and Eileen Lamb, speak with Larissa Grabois on the power of music. Larissa holds a BA degree in Music Therapy through piano, Cum Laude, from the John Cali School of Music at Montclair State University.Living on the spectrum herself, Larissa is a presenter through music across states, promoting autism and neurodivergence acceptance, in-person and virtually, at conferences, universities, schools and organizational fundraisers.
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Oct 26, 2023 • 40min

Temple Grandin and John Frizzell Share Insights on Autism and Employment: A Q&A Session

Temple Grandin, autistic advocate, author and speaker, and special guest John Frizzell, a Hollywood composer who also has autism answer our community questions on employment.
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Oct 25, 2023 • 49min

Ross Voorhees on being a mental health therapist

Hosts, Eileen Lamb and Andrew Komarow speak with Ross Voorhees. About eight years ago, Ross finally figured out that he was on the spectrum, even after becoming a mental health therapist prior. He wound up writing a book about what he learned about autism from both perspectives and how that's changed his work with his clients, who are also on the spectrum.

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