Just Another Autism Podcast

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. 

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.

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

Hosts, Eileen Lamb and Andrew Komarow speak with Tania Garcia. Tania grew up in Mexico with undiagnosed autism. It's only when her daughter was diagnosed with autism that she received her own diagnosis. She uses her personal experience to help others and make a positive difference within the autistic community.

Hosts, Eileen Lamb and Andrew Komarow speak with Michelle Vinokurov. Michelle Vinokurov was diagnosed with autism at 2. Michelle had a lot of challenges very young and received a mix of early intervention services 7 days a week. She was nonverbal until she said her first word at the age of 6 and did not fully communicate in sentences until age 10.Last year, she graduated from Purdue University Global with her Bachelor's degree in Psychology with a concentration in ABA. Today, she works multiple jobs. Michelle works full-time with the school district of Manatee County as a special education behavior specialist.On the side, she works with Full Spectrum ABA as a registered behavior technician (RBT), providing ABA therapy to neurodiverse clients.Plus, she works with Full Spectrum ABA as a blogger for the company and represents an autistic advocate for the company. Michelle strives to make an impact and enhance the quality of life for neurodiverse people.

Hosts, Eileen Lamb and Andrew Komarow speak with Olivia Hops. Olivia is a San Diego native who was diagnosed with Autism in 2020 at 24 years old. A former sports journalist, business owner, and cookbook author, Olivia now makes YouTube videos in hopes to help bring awareness to what Autism looks like in females and adults.