In this episode, Krysia speaks with Harriet Axbey about autism, Christmas, and faith!The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/9f3b5aae/transcript.txtHarriet’s mum’s date recipe:Take stones out of dates. Fill with goats cheese. Wrap in sweet cured bacon - put cocktail stick in to keep together. Then cook (gas mark 6) - 15 mins or soHarriet’s books:https://www.amazon.co.uk/University-Autistic-Everything-Survive-Thrive/dp/1803882549/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?adgrpid=191565641012&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.-Zj7T7dBXoaQ0XGObs07fhPWqzE72F0z6jDWaZc5sKZJMYnVzpWSwE38hkiktSZLbEsxDNzkmQlpkpQ7hmsC7nfczKNSMh0MpuMcBJ2Mf8jmO6DMYN1PtIRAb1VeXeu9SNqZ6rf4B55K-0l7R4skboV8TcdMDwSQGLj-WK0SPySUZ4qHa629PiTus-lW8Y1O-T-87vFSgBBkBJzaq4bEJQ.78R9oyFBWXDadxAgQtbWn8Hq1NIz3DuSoqAv5XMMOpo&dib_tag=se&gad_source=1&hvadid=779272635499&hvdev=m&hvexpln=0&hvlocphy=1006688&hvnetw=g&hvocijid=14309729485423399633--&hvqmt=e&hvrand=14309729485423399633&hvtargid=kwd-2313390140572&hydadcr=21607_2291951_376363&keywords=university+the+autistic+guide&mcid=778a923ee7f4309fa00a65754ce840fa&qid=1762957169&sr=8-1https://www.amazon.co.uk/My-Brother-Tom-Has-Superpowers/dp/1914424255If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology.This podcast is brought to you by The University of Aberdeen's Centre for Autism and Theology.Website: http://www.abdn.ac.uk/sdhp/catThe artwork for this podcast uses the Centre for Autism and Theology Logo, created by Holly Russell.
In this episode, Krysia, Ian, and Amund reflect on the Autism and Theology Conference that took place at the begining of November.The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/273054cb/transcript.txt If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology.This podcast is brought to you by The University of Aberdeen's Centre for Autism and Theology.Website: http://www.abdn.ac.uk/sdhp/catThe artwork for this podcast uses the Centre for Autism and Theology Logo, created by Holly Russell.
In this episode, Ian talks with Jon Machnee from the Christianity on the Spectrum podcast about his insights into autistic experiences of Christianity from over 600 interviews and looking at thousands of social media posts from autistic people who are or were Christian or are Christian-curious.The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/aab2606b/transcript.txtListen to Christianity on the Spectrum: https://www.youtube.com/@ChristianityOnTheSpectrum-k1y/videosIf you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology.This podcast is brought to you by The University of Aberdeen's Centre for Autism and Theology.Website: http://www.abdn.ac.uk/sdhp/catThe artwork for this podcast uses the Centre for Autism and Theology Logo, created by Holly Russell.
In this CATChat episode, Ian and Krysia talk about autism, research, and public engagement. They discuss different ways that they share about their research publicly and in their communities.The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/7e8b9193/transcript.txtArticle by Ian: https://sojo.net/articles/opinion/why-rfk-jr-doesnt-see-image-god-autistic-peopleChurch for Everyone webinar: https://youtu.be/-X4487NfAzY?si=lupGrCnravdxSP6WKrysia's videos: https://neurodivergentbook2025.my.canva.siteRegister for the online conference: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=rRkrjJxf1EmQdz7Dz8UrPzNFa7ljapNItVtbi6_NWAZUNkw1Qko3OUVTRVZNOTJWVjlITDhSSFpCNy4uIf you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology.This podcast is brought to you by The University of Aberdeen's Centre for Autism and Theology.Website: http://www.abdn.ac.uk/sdhp/catThe artwork for this podcast uses the Centre for Autism and Theology Logo, created by Holly Russell.
In this CATChat episode, Zoe speaks with Rachel Terlop about neurodiversity and creative practices.The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/cf7d6555/transcript.txt Rachel's website: www.mrsterlop.comTurlop Technique Examples:docs.google.com/presentation/d/1_oMBidE3IkmiTxdDWwj1J0FIDpdPQYCDokz0cis4OlI/edit?slide=id.g379e8b70ef5_0_11#slide=id.g379e8b70ef5_0_11www.tiktok.com/@terloptopia/video/7554811469347474719 https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UZqCCfH-ezrXArC9CGryVCCFD7jX3_Bq/viewThe Artist's Way: https://www.waterstones.com/book/the-artists-way/julia-cameron/9781788164290Sensory Life on the Spectrum: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Sensory-Life-on-the-Spectrum/Bex-Ollerton/9781524874766Chapter in book edited by Krysia: www.igi-global.com/chapter/terlop-technique/386697#:~:text=The%20Terlop%20Technique%20is%20a%20multisensory%2C%20stimming,affirming%20painting%20process%20that%20incorporates:&text=Repetitive%20movement%20–%20Engaging%20in%20rhythmic,that%20mirror%20natural%20stimming%20behaviors.If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology.This podcast is brought to you by The University of Aberdeen's Centre for Autism and Theology.Website: http://www.abdn.ac.uk/sdhp/catThe artwork for this podcast uses the Centre for Autism and Theology Logo, created by Holly Russell.
In this CATChat episode, Ian, Krysia and Zoe celebrate 2 years of the podcast, reflecting on the last year and looking ahead to what they have planned for this coming year.The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/e2c18781/transcript.txtArticle by Krysia:Register for the online conference: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=rRkrjJxf1EmQdz7Dz8UrPzNFa7ljapNItVtbi6_NWAZUNkw1Qko3OUVTRVZNOTJWVjlITDhSSFpCNy4uIf you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology.This podcast is brought to you by The University of Aberdeen's Centre for Autism and Theology.Website: http://www.abdn.ac.uk/sdhp/catThe artwork for this podcast uses the Centre for Autism and Theology Logo, created by Holly Russell.Krysia's cooling neck tube: https://www.amazon.co.uk/COMFORCE-Cooling-Wearable-Outdoor-Workers/dp/B0DYC75TSQ
In this episode, Krysia speaks with Brian Irvine from the Centre for Research in Autism and Education. They discuss perceptual processing and faith.The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/5e25cac1/transcript.txtIf you have any questions or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology.Find out more about Brain: crae.ioe.ac.uk/portfolio/brian-irvine/This podcast is brought to you by The University of Aberdeen's Centre for Autism and Theology.Website: http://www.abdn.ac.uk/sdhp/catThe artwork for this podcast uses the Centre for Autism and Theology Logo, created by Holly Russell
In this CATChat episode, Ian, Krysia and Zoe reflect on autism and temperature sensitivity, ending on a discussion around how churches can be aware of this and support congregation members.The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/dfe08f50/transcript.txtIf you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology.This podcast is brought to you by The University of Aberdeen's Centre for Autism and Theology.Website: http://www.abdn.ac.uk/sdhp/catThe artwork for this podcast uses the Centre for Autism and Theology Logo, created by Holly Russell.Krysia's cooling neck tube: https://www.amazon.co.uk/COMFORCE-Cooling-Wearable-Outdoor-Workers/dp/B0DYC75TSQ
In this episode, Ian speaks to Luke Aylen, a PhD candidate studying theology and children's book author. In the episode, they discuss his book The Forgotten Palace, focusing on his neurodivergent lead character.The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/4c1d67cc/transcript.txtIf you have any questions or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology.Purchase the book here: https://spckpublishing.co.uk/the-forgotten-palaceThis podcast is brought to you by The University of Aberdeen's Centre for Autism and Theology.Website: http://www.abdn.ac.uk/sdhp/catThe artwork for this podcast uses the Centre for Autism and Theology Logo, created by Holly Russell
In this CATChat episode, Ian, Krysia and Zoe reflect on out autism and mental heath series.The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/bb20c233/transcript.txtIf you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology.This podcast is brought to you by The University of Aberdeen's Centre for Autism and Theology.Website: http://www.abdn.ac.uk/sdhp/catThe artwork for this podcast uses the Centre for Autism and Theology Logo, created by Holly Ru
In this episode of our mental health series, Zoe is joined by Grant Macaskill to discuss autism, pathways to diagnosis, and mental health. He specifically talks about funding cuts, barriers to diagnosis, and responses to concerns about overdiagnosis. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/db240881/transcript.txtIf you have any questions or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology.Grant Macaskill, Autism and Church: www.baylorpress.com/9781481311250/autism-and-the-church/Grant Macaskill, Long Covid lecture: https://youtu.be/BMZ9UzrhWDkThis podcast is brought to you by The University of Aberdeen's Centre for Autism and Theology.Website: http://www.abdn.ac.uk/sdhp/catThe artwork for this podcast uses the Centre for Autism and Theology Logo, created by Holly RussellMental Health HelplinesC.A.L.L: Website: https://www.callhelpline.org.uk/; Telephone: 0800 132 737; Text: Text help to 81066CALM: Website: https://www.thecalmzone.net/help/get-help/; Telephone number: 0800 58 58 58SHOUT: Website: https://giveusashout.org/ Text: Text ‘SHOUT’ to 85285Dyslexia Scotland Helpline: 0344 800 8484Brittish Dyslexia Association Helpline: 0333 405 4567US National Suicide Helpline: 988Prosper: https://www.prosperhealth.io/
In this CATChat episode, Ian, Krysia and Zoe continue our mental health series with a discussion on autism and tiredness.The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/cd1e5ef2/transcript.txtIf you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology.National Autistic Society: www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/topics/mental-health/autistic-fatigue/autistic-adults This podcast is brought to you by The University of Aberdeen's Centre for Autism and Theology.Website: http://www.abdn.ac.uk/sdhp/catThe artwork for this podcast uses the Centre for Autism and Theology Logo, created by Holly Ru
In this epside of our mental health series, Zoe is joined by Maddy Schoield and Cody Crawshaw to discuss anxiety and the autistic experience.The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/87b171c9/transcript.txtIf you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology.Maddy: @maddygracehope on Instagrammaddygracehope.substack.com/Cody: @codycrawshaw on BlueskyThis podcast is brought to you by The University of Aberdeen's Centre for Autism and Theology.Website: http://www.abdn.ac.uk/sdhp/catThe artwork for this podcast uses the Centre for Autism and Theology Logo, created by Holly RussellMental Health HelplinesC.A.L.L: Website: https://www.callhelpline.org.uk/; Telephone: 0800 132 737; Text: Text help to 81066CALM: Website: https://www.thecalmzone.net/help/get-help/; Telephone number: 0800 58 58 58SHOUT: Website: https://giveusashout.org/ Text: Text ‘SHOUT’ to 85285Dyslexia Scotland Helpline: 0344 800 8484Brittish Dyslexia Association Helpline: 0333 405 4567US National Suicide Helpline: 988Prosper: https://www.prosperhealth.io/
In this CATChat episode, Ian, Krysia and Zoe discuss our latest episode with Amy Pearson on Autism and Masking.The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/67b95381/transcript.txtIf you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology.Register for the webinar: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=rRkrjJxf1EmQdz7Dz8UrPzNFa7ljapNItVtbi6_NWAZUMlNRRklWUTJaR1NFT1ZTU1VNNTdWTFBBWC4uEpisode with Steven Owens: Autism and Theology Podcast | Steven Owens: An online community for autistic ChristiansThis podcast is brought to you by The University of Aberdeen's Centre for Autism and Theology.Website: http://www.abdn.ac.uk/sdhp/catThe artwork for this podcast uses the Centre for Autism and Theology Logo, created by Holly RussellMental Health HelplinesC.A.L.L: Website: https://www.callhelpline.org.uk/; Telephone: 0800 132 737; Text: Text help to 81066CALM: Website: https://www.thecalmzone.net/help/get-help/; Telephone number: 0800 58 58 58SHOUT: Website: https://giveusashout.org/ Text: Text ‘SHOUT’ to 85285Dyslexia Scotland Helpline: 0344 800 8484Brittish Dyslexia Association Helpline: 0333 405 4567US National Suicide Helpline: 988Prosper: https://www.prosperhealth.io/
Krysia kicks off our Autism and Mental Health series with a conversation around autism and masking with Amy Pearson.The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/c0bb0bac/transcript.txtIf you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on X/bluesky @autismtheology.This podcast is brought to you by The University of Aberdeen's Centre for Autism and Theology.Website: http://www.abdn.ac.uk/sdhp/catRegister for the webinar on the 12th June here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=rRkrjJxf1EmQdz7Dz8UrPzNFa7ljapNItVtbi6_NWAZUMlNRRklWUTJaR1NFT1ZTU1VNNTdWTFBBWC4uThe artwork for this podcast uses the Centre for Autism and Theology Logo, created by Holly Russel Works mentioned:Pearson, A., & Rose, K. (2023). Autistic Masking: Understanding Identity Management and the Role of Stigma. Pavillion Press: https://pavpub.com/health-and-social-care/health-autism/autistic-masking-understanding-identity-managementWharmby, P. (2024). Untypical: How the World Isn’t Built for Autistic People and What We Should All Do About it. Mudlark: https://www.waterstones.com/book/untypical/pete-wharmby/9780008529307Waldock, K. E. (2023). The Impossible Subject: Belonging as a Neurodivergent in Congregations. Journal of Disability & Religion. pp. 568-583: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/23312521.2023.2249452The Impossible Subject. Autism and Theology Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5lJcaw6odZ0YFn9PgvOv64?si=0wbGaoKzRa6MDHAHfdvxLwKieran Rose’s website: https://theautisticadvocate.com/Mental Health HelplinesC.A.L.L: Website: https://www.callhelpline.org.uk/; Telephone: 0800 132 737; Text: Text help to 81066CALM: Website: https://www.thecalmzone.net/help/get-help/; Telephone number: 0800 58 58 58SHOUT: Website: https://giveusashout.org/ Text: Text ‘SHOUT’ to 85285Dyslexia Scotland Helpline: 0344 800 8484Brittish Dyslexia Association Helpline: 0333 405 4567US National Suicide Helpline: 988Prosper: https://www.prosperhealth.io/
In this CATChat episode, Ian, Krysia and Zoe introduce our upcoming 3 month series on Neurodiversity and Mental health. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/ff2bac3a/transcript.txtIf you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on twitter @autismtheology.This podcast is brought to you by The University of Aberdeen's Centre for Autism and Theology.Website: http://www.abdn.ac.uk/sdhp/catThe artwork for this podcast uses the Centre for Autism and Theology Logo, created by Holly RusselHelplines mentioned:C.A.L.L: Website: https://www.callhelpline.org.uk/; Telephone: 0800 132 737; Text: Text help to 81066CALM: Website: https://www.thecalmzone.net/help/get-help/; Telephone number: 0800 58 58 58SHOUT: Website: https://giveusashout.org/ Text: Text ‘SHOUT’ to 85285Dyslexia Scotland Helpline: 0344 800 8484Brittish Dyslexia Association Helpline: 0333 405 4567US National Suicide Helpline: 988Prosper: https://www.prosperhealth.io/
In this episode, Ian is joined by Rudolph Reyes to discuss intersectionality, complex identity, and liberative ethics. He shares his experience as someone who's a "multi neurodivergent Latino" and talks about the ways race and disability justice are connected.The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/4475035f/transcript.txtMiguel de la Torre: http://drmigueldelatorre.com/Alyssa Hillary [Zisk]: https://yesthattoo.blogspot.com/ https://www.assistiveware.com/blog/person/alyssa-hillary-zisk) https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=O55BzwcAAAAJ&hl=en.If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on twitter @autismtheology.This podcast is brought to you by The University of Aberdeen's Centre for Autism and Theology.Website: http://www.abdn.ac.uk/sdhp/catRegister for the webinar on the 12th June here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=rRkrjJxf1EmQdz7Dz8UrPzNFa7ljapNItVtbi6_NWAZUMlNRRklWUTJaR1NFT1ZTU1VNNTdWTFBBWC4uThe artwork for this podcast uses the Centre for Autism and Theology Logo, created by Holly Russel
In this CATChat episode, Krysia and Zoe answer a listener question about neurodiversity and fruits of the spirit.The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/fda76080/transcript.txtIf you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on twitter @autismtheology.This podcast is brought to you by The University of Aberdeen's Centre for Autism and Theology.Website: http://www.abdn.ac.uk/sdhp/catThe artwork for this podcast uses the Centre for Autism and Theology Logo, created by Holly Russel Articles mentioned:Grant Macaskill, Joy and Autism: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/23312521.2020.1750535John Swinton, Autistic Love: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1558/prth.v5i3.259Autistic love and relationships webinar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8wbWPTwg7wMRegister for Religion, Disability and Neurodivergence Conference: https://www.britsoc.co.uk/events/key-bsa-events/religion-disability-and-neurodivergence-reflecting-on-the-socrel-response-day-2025/?fbclid=IwY2xjawI_-v5leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHYiUdgEaA8JTEQjnjXRsee94dZO2COwOIZATN57r051RqtU8ku8a6ufnSw_aem_ABbNUpWQJ0Zx2Acp1xKruw
In this episode, Krysia speaks with Katy Unwin about her interdisciplinary research on autism, worship, and the senses.The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/a557fae9/transcript.txtVisit the website to learn more about the project: www.autismchurch.comIf you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on twitter @autismtheology.This podcast is brought to you by The University of Aberdeen's Centre for Autism and Theology.Website: http://www.abdn.ac.uk/sdhp/catThe artwork for this podcast uses the Centre for Autism and Theology Logo, created by Holly Russel
In this CATChat episode, Zoe, Krysia, and Ian discuss lent and neurodiversity.The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/08013989/transcript.txtRegister for the webinar on the 20th February here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=rRkrjJxf1EmQdz7Dz8UrPzNFa7ljapNItVtbi6_NWAZUNDJaUE4zTTlMTlFDRTRWSVFZTzczSUM4Ni4uIf you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on twitter @autismtheology.This podcast is brought to you by The University of Aberdeen's Centre for Autism and Theology.Website: http://www.abdn.ac.uk/sdhp/catThe artwork for this podcast uses the Centre for Autism and Theology Logo, created by Holly Russel