autism acceptance

In this episode, Hilary Otey and Coda Brucki talk with Philip about creating and maintaining a safe, welcoming space for neurodivergent queer people at Queermunity, an AuDHD-owned community center. They share the steps they take to ensure everyone can be themselves, whether they’re there to talk, eat, or simply be present. Transcripts are available in multiple accessible formats and languages for easy listening...

In this episode, Hilary Otey and Coda Brucki discuss Queermunity, a rare safe space designed to meet real nervous-system needs of autistic and queer community members through low-sensory programming, accessible design, and affirming care. They explore practical safety measures, staff training, accommodations, and community support that allow people to show up as their true selves—even under pressure like citywi...

This episode dives into how grief can leave Autistic people feeling unrecognizable, exploring what “finding yourself again” can look like and how support can be genuinely helpful without rushing the process. Lisa Morgan joins Philip to unpack disrupted routines, alexithymia, and other real-life challenges—from late Autistic identification to disenfranchised grief—and to offer grounded language and practical ste...

In this episode, Gabby San Miguel shares how joining Minnesota Independence College and Community (MICC) transformed isolation into belonging through small groups, apartment living, and student-centered supports that foster real friendships and independence. From everyday moments like movie nights and roommate dynamics to mindfulness, leadership opportunities, and authentic inclusion, Gabby explains how consist...

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. LaToya Hinton and Philip discuss the healthcare equities that Autistic Women need, but are not getting because they are not available. LaToya will share how she discovered what healthcare equities were needed as part of her self-discovery. LaToya will talk about the healthcare equity panels she has been doing to hear what Autistic Women in various points of th...

LaToya Hinton and Philip talk about the healthcare equities that Autistic women are not getting because of the systems that are not making those equities available.

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. After my wonderful recent conversation with Charlotte Bachelor, it feels only fitting to revisit my first discussion with Precious Lesley from the 2023 episode: BlackAutistics: Stop the Whitewashing . If you are hearing this for the first time, prepare to be empowered. If you’relistening again, it’s a reminder of why authenticity must remain at the core of the...

Charlotte Bachelor is a Black Autistic Woman in Detroit, Michigan. Charlotte and Philip discuss how Black Autistics Thrive in Urban Settings confronting racism, and allyship in a time of social upheaval.