ableism

In Proud, Autistic and Queer, Coach Lee Hopkins and Philip discuss how Autistic and Queer individuals defend their dignity and right to exist in the face of negativity from government and media. They share their personal journeys toward pride and offer practical ways to find and build affirming, inclusive communities, with transcripts available in dyslexia-friendly format and multiple languages (Spanish, German...

An ad-free interview exploring how autistic and queer pride can be acts of self-preservation, resistance, and healing as callers stay rooted in their identities despite pressure from family, religion, and society. Philip and Coach Lee Hopkins offer practical guidance for navigating masking, burnout, rejection, and belonging, drawing on personal insights as a Black, autistic, trans man with ADHD and an autistic ...

Philip and Becca Lory Hector discuss Autistic Advocacy Month and how boundaries are an important part of our advocacy. We also discuss our responsibilities to our boundaries.

Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcripts. Carolyn Kiel is an Autistic woman who is thriving through her work in instructional design, and her podcast Beyond 6 Seconds. Carolyn will tell us more about her accomplishments and those of other Autistic women who are changing the rules by establishing their own businesses that serve the needs of people with disabilities and create communities for diverse Au...

Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcripts. Charlotte Bachelor is going to share her story about growing up in Detroit, Michigan with the intersecting identities of being black and Autistic. Charlotte will talk about the importance of community, allyship and the need for safe spaces that impact discussions about racism and the urgent need for bystander interventions.

Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcripts. Autistic advocacy is advancing because of the authors who are writing books, blog and news articles to support Autistic people. Dr. Scott Frasard is our guest and an Autistic author and advocate. Scott uses the Socratic method to create community dialogue through which the many different perspectives about Autism can be discussed openly. Join Philip and Scott ...

Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcripts. Celebrate Disability Employment Month with Michael Goldberger talk about how he started his own surplus business. Michael Goldberger is a graduate from Minnesota College & Community where he learned to develop his people skills. Michael and Philip talk about what it is like to own an Autistic business with the strengths and challenges they have dealt with.

Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcripts. Have you every asked yourself "What in the world are boundaries?" Many Autistics have asked that question. How do we take care of ourselves with a holistic approach? Carole Jean-Whittington and I talk with Michelle Markman who will give you some suggestions about what boundaries are, and how to create them for you to feel safe. We stress the importan...

Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcripts. Carole Jean-Whittington and Philip are co-hosting the Summer of Self-Care Series with Lee-Anne Reuber. Lee-Anne and her team at Sekond Skin Society have created an app that lets Autistic and disabled people customize workouts, like yoga, at their own pace. The app includes feedback and voices from the community to make sure it works for everyone. In our discus...