

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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Jan 4, 2022 • 52min
A Conversation with Temple Grandin
Hosts Andrew Komarow and Eileen Lamb speak with Dr. Temple Grandin. Dr. Grandin is a prominent author and speaker on both autism and animal behavior. Today, she is a professor of Animal Sciences at Colorado State University. She has been featured on national and international media for her incredible story. HBO even made an Emmy Award-winning movie about her life.

Dec 15, 2021 • 37min
Jeff Snyder on learning to be a self-advocate and what Disney can teach about being autistic
In this episode, hosts Andrew and Eileen, speak with Jeff Snyder, a self-advocate who was diagnosed with autism in 1990. He has achieved multiple successes in life in areas of education, long term employment, independent living, and speaking engagements. He even does a presentation about autistic traits he finds in Disney characters. ------- 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.

Nov 23, 2021 • 39min
Peri on advocating for nonverbal autistics and the difference between speaking and communicating
Hosts, Andrew and Eileen, speaks with Peri who is a 24 year old advocate with autism. After many years of her family wanting answers, she was finally diagnosed at 11, which was pretty late despite the obvious signs. She didn't say her first word until the age of six, and didn't say much else after that until she was 10. She wants to raise awareness about being nonverbal in such a strong verbal world. ------- 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.

Nov 3, 2021 • 39min
Vanessa Castañeda Gill on Autistic startups, gaming and learning to take the first step
In this episode, hosts Andrew Komarow and Eileen Lamb speak with autistic advocate Vanessa Castañeda Gill. She founded Social Cipher, a social emotional learning platform that connects neurodivergent youth and their advocates, counselors, teachers, mental health professionals, in an immersive virtual world. ----- 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.

Oct 5, 2021 • 43min
Seth Garner on Being transgender and accepted, hyper fixations and VHS tapes
In this episode, hosts Andrew Komarow and Eileen Lamb speak with Seth Garner, an autistic college student who is majoring in radiologic technology. Seth also has an interest in music theory and NASCAR. Seth's current hyper fixation is VHS tapes, VCRs and old technology. 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.

Sep 14, 2021 • 44min
Lucy Cross Wallace on Navigating and coming to terms with the autistic online community
In this episode, hosts Andrew Komarow and Eileen Lamb speak with Lucy Cross Wallace. Lucy is an undergraduate student studying Russian and Philosophy at Stanford University. She likes coffee, Margaret Atwood, novels and kindness. 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.

Aug 25, 2021 • 20min
Ryan Lee on ignoring haters, not masking anymore and skydiving
In this episode, hosts Andrew Komarow and Eileen Lamb speak with Ryan Lee. Ryan is blogger and autistic advocate who writes about and his social challenges the need for acceptance and understanding. 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.

Aug 12, 2021 • 55min
Jillian Nelson on Passing legislation and changing perceptions
In this episode, hosts Andrew Komarow and Eileen Lamb speak with Jillian Nelson. Jillian is a queer, autistic activist from Minnesota, she has dedicated her life to changing the perspective of autism and creating a better world. When she's not working tirelessly, she can be found at local breweries, WNBA games, or anywhere else that promises an adventure. 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.

Aug 3, 2021 • 53min
Haley Moss on Geeking out on ADA policy and how to be a better advocate
In this episode, hosts Andrew Komarow and Eileen Lamb speak with Haley Moss. Haley made international headlines for becoming the first documented openly autistic attorney admitted to the Florida Bar. In addition to being a lawyer, Haley is a neurodiversity advocate and author of "Great Minds Think Differently: Neuro-diversity for Lawyers and Other Professionals." And her next book, "The Young Autistic Adult Independent Handbook," will be released in November 2021. 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.

Jul 7, 2021 • 48min
Kerry Magro on his journey from nonverbal to becoming a public speaker
In this episode, hosts Andrew Komarow and Eileen Lamb, speak with Kerry Magro, an award-winning national speaker, consultant, and best-selling author about his diagnosis, his work, TikTok and more. ---- 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.


