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Autistics Finding Themselves Free Version follows hosts LisaMorgan and Philip King-Lowe as they validate autistic grief—whether from loss of a loved one, a job, a pet, or a shifting sense of self—and guide listeners to use their strengths to thrive. The episode emphasizes recognizing and honoring these experiences on the path to self-discovery and forward momentum. Transcripts are provided in multiple accessibl...

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, Gaby, a Minnesota Independence College & Community alum, speaks with Philip about finding authentic community and friendships during her college experience. She discusses participating in excursions and how the Ambassador's Class prepared her to be a guest on Today's Autistic Moment, with many friendships forming through the intersectional MICC family. Transcripts are available on the linked pa...

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...

Boundaries are about self-protection, communication, and relationship design. Coach Lee and Philip discuss how to manage boundaries and the responsibilities of others.

Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcripts. What are boundaries? Do Autistics know what our boundaries are? How do Autistics communicate with others as to what their boundaries are? How do our caregivers who may not be Autistic communicate their boundaries to us? Whom do we really harm when we do not maintain our boundaries? Becca Lory Hector talks with Philip to answer these questions and many others a...

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.

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. 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.