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Just Another Autism Podcast

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Aug 29, 2022 • 25min

Nell Russ on stand-up comedy, sarcasm, and history

Hosts, Andrew Komarow and Eileen Lamb, speak with Nell Russ. Nell is an autistic stand-up comedian, and a self-professed history nerd. ----- 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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Aug 9, 2022 • 49min

Jennifer Cook on being a consultant on 'Love on the Spectrum'

Hosts, Andrew Komarow and Eileen Lamb speak with the author of nine best-selling books, Jennifer Cook (formerly Cook O'Toole). Jennifer is an autistic advocate who was diagnosed as an adult and has appeared on the Netflix series, "Love on the Spectrum U.S." as an autism expert. ------ 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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Jul 26, 2022 • 26min

Joy on Constructed language, Job Hunting and Pokémon

Hosts, Andrew Komarow and Eileen Lamb, speaks with Joy. Joy is an autistic writer with a particular interest in constructed language, video games and Pokémon. Professionally, she is seeking employment and developing some professional skills before returning to school for creative writing. ----- 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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Jul 11, 2022 • 42min

Rebecca Alley on Neurodiverse Hiring and a Passion for Carnivorous Plants

Hosts, Andrew Komarow and Eileen Lamb, speak with Rebecca Alley. Rebecca was diagnosed with autism at age 23 and went through a neurodiverse hiring program to find her job at a large financial institution as a project management officer. She also has a passion for carnivorous plants. ------- 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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Jun 28, 2022 • 49min

Tony Hernandez on Finding his Calling Helping The Autism Community

Hosts, Andrew Komarow and Eileen Lamb speak with Tony Hernandez. Tony is a bilingual autistic author, writer, motivational speaker, podcaster and international advocate for autism, mental health and other causes. He was born and raised in Puerto Rico currently lives in Florida. Tony works with Autism Speaks as part of the Autism Response Team, which is an information line for the autism community. ------- 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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Jun 15, 2022 • 36min

Joe Barksdale, Former NFL Player Shares His Experience Being an Autistic Dad

Hosts, Andrew Komarow and Eileen Lamb, speak with Former NFL player Joe Barksdale about his experience being an autistic dad. Joe is a singer, songwriter, producer. Joe played with the Raiders, Rams, Chargers and Cardinals. Concluding an eight year NFL run Barksdale hung up his cleats in 2019 to pursue music full time settling in Austin, Texas with his wife Briana, and two young daughters. ------ 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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Jun 7, 2022 • 22min

Katie Santoro on why she got the COVID Vaccine

Hosts, Andrew Komarow and Eileen Lamb, speak with Katie Santoro, who decided to get the COVID-19 vaccine because of her love of travel. Katie struggled to find her niche in the working world. She was diagnosed with autism at 24. Her diagnosis put her on a path to being an autism advocate. She is president of the Unicorn Children's Foundation Junior board, as well as being president for UCF. She is a contributing member for the Els for Autism and Center for Autism at University of Miami. Her life goal is to travel all seven continents. ----- 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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May 24, 2022 • 30min

Cassie Hauschildt on Realizing her Autism After her Child’s Diagnosis

Hosts, Andrew Komarow and Eileen Lamb, speak with Cassie Hauschildt, who sought her autism diagnosis after her son Percy got his diagnosis. She is an advocate for autistic individuals of all ages, and provides mentoring services to parents whose children have received a diagnosis. She works for a company that provides resources for therapists, teachers and caregivers of autistic children. ------- 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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May 2, 2022 • 25min

Michael Gilberg on Special Education Law, Rights and Advocacy

Hosts, Andrew Komarow and Eileen Lamb, speak with Michael Gilberg. Michael is a special education attorney and autistic self advocate first diagnosed at age 18. Michael devotes his legal career to representing children with disabilities to ensure they get appropriate education that they are entitled to under the law, which he was denied. 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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Apr 13, 2022 • 41min

Chloe Rothschild shares her Experience with ABA as an Autistic Adult

Hosts, Andrew Komarow and Eileen Lamb, speak with Chloe Rothschild. Chloe is a young adult with autism who is on a mission to advocate and teach others about autism from her perspective. Chloe is one of the co-authors of "My Interception Workbook for Teens, Adolescents and Adults." She also serves on the Arc of the United States National Board, and the Ohio Center for Autism and Low Incidence also known as OCALI, advisory board. Chloe works as a teacher's aide at an autism school three days a week when Chloe is not presenting or working, she enjoys spending time with her friends & family, participating in adaptive ice skating, and dog agility for individuals with autism. 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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