

Just Another Autism Podcast
Autism Speaks
In this podcast, Eileen Lamb take a deep dive into the personal journeys of people in the autism community–from autistic individuals navigating daily life to the caregivers, educators, and employers who support them. Each week, we shed light on the different ways autism shapes lives, offering first-person perspectives from every angle of the community.
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Jun 23, 2023 • 34min
Daniel on being an autistic soccer referee and bowling coach
Hosts, Andrew Komarow and Eileen Lamb, speak with Daniel. Daniel is an umpire, referee, drummer, and bass guitarist. He has been officiating for 8 years in multiple sports(Baseball, soccer, softball, flag football, and bowling). He also has been coaching bowling for 12 years.
Jun 6, 2023 • 40min
Ogi Ogas on being a contestant on 'Who Wants to be a Millionaire'
Hosts, Andrew Komarow and Eileen Lamb, speak with Ogi Ogas. Ogi is an autistic mathematical neuroscientist and author. He writes books about the mind. He describes himself as the “Rip Van Winkle of autism.” Ogi learned he was autistic in the 1990s, but then turned his back on the clinical/medical community so he could figure out how autism worked on his own. Obi just started learning about the autism community again last month.
May 23, 2023 • 29min
Austin Varco on being a racecar driver on the autism spectrum
Hosts, Andrew Komarow and Eileen Lamb, speak with Austin Varco Austin is a 23-year-old racecar driver from San Diego, CA. When he was diagnosed with level 1 autism at age 20, his purpose realigned to learning and understanding himself and acting as a bridge for others' understanding of autism. He's using his racing career as a platform to educate and advocate for those who may not have a voice but have things to say. Austin loves snowboarding, surfing, and being one with nature.

May 8, 2023 • 49min
Gillis Williams on autism advocacy on TikTok, and Instagram
Hosts, Andrew Komarow and Eileen Lamb, speak with GW. GW is 22-year-old autistic advocate who's originally from Chandler, Arizona, and currently lives in Eugene, Oregon. His mission is to spread acceptance and awareness of people with disabilities, including those who have ASD and ADHD.

Apr 19, 2023 • 33min
Scott Steindorff on being diagnosed as an adult and Hollywood
Hosts, Andrew Komarow and Eileen Lamb, speak with Scott Steindorff. Scott is an international television and film producer and writer. The most recent project that he executive produced is “Station Eleven,” a book-to-screen adaption, which was released on HBO Max .

Apr 7, 2023 • 33min
Tyler McMichael. on learning other languages and metal music
Hosts, Andrew Komarow and Eileen Lamb, speak with Tyler McMichael. Tyler lives in the Dallas/Fort Worth area and graduated from the University of North Texas. He was diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome (ASD) at the age of four. His favourite music genre is Metal and he loves learning new languages, which is calls an obsession. He can speak Spanish, French, Arabic, and Portuguese. He’s also a Ticket P1 and listens to The Ticket every day.

Mar 29, 2023 • 34min
Ben Hartranft on a mission for autism awareness
Hosts, Andrew Komarow and Eileen Lamb, speak with Ben Hartranft. Ben was diagnosed with Autism at age 2. His journey began when he started raising money for the Eagles Autism Challenge. After a few years of fundraising, he was invited to be a guest on "The Ellen Show" to promote Autism Awareness and raise funds for research.

Mar 13, 2023 • 25min
Jenna on synesthesia and experiencing the world through senses
In this episode of Adulting on the Spectrum, hosts, Eileen Lamb and Andrew Komarow chat with Jenna about synesthesia. Jenna is a Meta-Historiographical Philosopher. She investigates, particularly, how violence is reproduced over time, like years, but also in spaces such as schools, hospitals, and prisons. She’s Autistic, and can typically be found baking bread or reading.

Feb 9, 2023 • 24min
Kaelynn Partlow on being an autistic RBT and 'Love on The Spectrum'
Kaelynn Partlow has been a Registered Behavior Technician working with children and teens on the autism spectrum for 7 years. She was diagnosed with autism at age 10 and was a participant in the Netflix series, Love On The Spectrum US. Kaelynn was also diagnosed with several learning disabilities as a child and today she uses her experiences to help others with similar conditions.

Feb 1, 2023 • 25min
Dani Bowman on working in the animation world and dating on "Love on the Spectrum: US"
Hosts, Andrew Komarow and Eileen Lamb, speak with Dani Bowman about her career running her own animation company and being on "Love on the Spectrum: US". Dani started her company DaniMation Entertainment at age 14 and appeared on the hit Netflix show. Dani's best piece of advice is to always be your "true authentic self".


