Crohn's and Autism Awareness Advocate

Welcome to Season 5 the break! we have had so many episodes in season 5 and the podcast in general this episode is to celebrate how good the show is doing after first launching 2 years ago! This is the last episode for now of the current series. Series 5 and onwards we have decided that each season will have 100 episodes I know this is a lot per season but it's good to convert a long space of time!  Right on to today's episode! Today I bring back two awesome people Chandler known as the autistic YouTuber & Ethan known as Pooks. Chandler last appearance was last year and Ethan only a few weeks ago. I thought this would be a great collaborative episode. Chandler has Autism and Ethan has Crohn's. Today we talk lots of great topics alongside this, Jobs within Autism and Crohn's, the VR world and the visibility of invisible conditions. We talk about Rec Room too where you can make it your own virtual space. We also talk about how making someone understand what you have and the approach is good. Because we do this to raise awareness and that is awesome! Great advise from Chandler and Ethan!  "Keep looking forward to the horizon and things will get better!" Thank you once again Ethan and Chandler and pleasure! Season 5 will resume as said at the top of the description 100 episodes per season now that's leaves it about 10 more to go! more to come within the podcast though new seasons., not directly numbered but really imaginative work put so stay tuned because exciting things is to come and season 5 will be back in due course, quite likely to be next year due to a lot of new upcoming projects coming up!  see you in the next episode on the podcast! 

Today, we head to Canada to speak with Makayla I have to admit this is one of the longest conversations yet and you will not be disappointed. I have point a list of the topics down below.  Crohn's Disease  Autism  Being Sensory  Pandemic  Mental Health  What's going on in the world at the moment.  As you can see We both have Crohn's disease and autism, Makayla was diagnosed with Autism she was 13 and diagnosed with Crohn's disease during this current ongoing pandemic which was hard for her. I haven't met many people who have both Crohn's disease and Autism. Lot great topics here.  Great advise from Makayla down below...  "Don't wait for your pain to stop tell someone and get seen to resist it's flux!" That's the concept of Makayla's advise! Thank you again Makayla for an awesome conversation, a pleasure. 

In today's episode I am joined with Radio presenter, Teacher and podcaster Michelle. She is a host of the let's talk autism podcast, a year 6 teacher and hosts a radio station. She also has an autistic son. We have a great conversation about autism, we also discuss why we made our podcasts we actually made them back in 2020 at similar times. A great conversation about autism. I'm looking forward about going on Michelle's radio station. Her co host and best friend Chantelle wasn't able to make today but she will be in a different episode. Check out the let's talk autism podcast they won an award last year Thank you again Michelle!

In today's episode I am joined with Brandon who is based in the America, he is part of the Chronic power Podcast. When i was on the Podcast Brandon wasn't there and now you will here the last member of the Chronic Power podcast Brandon. We talk about Chronic Illness Brandon discusses his chronic illnesses and we relate to each other. Brandon's mum has Crohn's so that was interesting to hear about, Brandon experienced long Covid from that he developed another chronic illness. We have a awesome conversation.  Brandon's advise be yourself! Thank you again Brandon!

In today's episode i am joined with Wales futsal international and podcaster Chris, we talk about Chronic Illness how it affects us the good and the bad and why we raise awareness of our conditions. We discuss Diabetes which Chris has and Crohn's disease which i have of course we talk about the similarities and differences. Chris is a Co-host of the Chronic Power Podcast, which supports young adults with Chronic conditions. I was thankful to go on the show and talk about my Crohn's and Autism journey's. Chris also runs a Diabetes podcast, he was fortunate to play games internationally for his country Wales in futsal, due to his diabetes he is the first person to play at an international level for his country and first with a Chronic Illness by playing futsal. Chris motto is if we say nothing, changes! Thank you Chris for a great conversation!

In today's episode I am joined with fellow Multi Schools Council Ambassador Rosie, she was announced as an Ambassador shortly after a confidence programme she did called "The reach out speak out programme" myself and an another ambassador created the programme to help young people gain confidence. Personally when i was younger i wasn't confident so the programme helped me as well as the young people. Rosie talks about her role, as ambassador and what is was like to climb Mount Snowdon! top of the world! it was Rosie's idea for the Snowdon trip and has also done some great things with The Multi Schools Council! Thank you Rosie!

In today's episode I speak to Katie, we speak about Autism, Katie did an inspiring Video about Autism where she said you are not alone, she cosplays as the 13th doctor and has practices Jodie Whitakers impressions. I talk to Katie about my experiences with Autism and Katie tells us what she knows. As Autism is a hobby when advocating, we talk about Doctor Who, she shows her love towards the 13th doctor. This is amazing episode for a Easter Podcast special! Thank you again Katie it was a pleasure!

In today's episode i am joined with graphic designer Morgan who is also autistic. He is the maker of the podcast logo, and he was diagnosed with Autism a few years ago. This is the first time Morgan has done anything like this going on a podcast, we have a awesome conversation about autism and pre diagnosis. Morgan is a great artist we talk hobbies and the differences from being diagnosed with Autism as an adult to a child. We talk about the difficulty processing information and school life.  Great statement by Morgan - Be who you are! Morgan is a major part of the podcasts design Thank you again Morgan, and well done on your first ever podcast!

In today's episode I am joined with Jack my friend, we went to the same College and School. Jack is an actor we talk about life after College. Jack talks about a film he was in called "I used to be famous" his first casting role, he talks about the whole experience on set and meeting some great actors, who are known in shows like... Deadpool, Harry Potter, Doctor Who and the Walking Dead. Jack talks about Mental Health and personal struggles, and Goals for the future and for now! I used to be famous the film will be available later this year in the Autumn on Netflix! Thank you again Jack great chat!

She’s known as Social Autie throughout the Autism community and known for her unique approach to Autistic Burnout. She hosts the Mind Your Autistic Brain Talk Show for Late Identified Autistics. Meet Carole Jean Whittington, a late identified, ADHD-Autistic, who discovered at 39 years old why life had been so confusing and such a struggle.  Today, she teaches a global audience of adult Autistics how to go from Burnout to Balance through The UnVeiling Method™. Carole Jean uses her *NeuroDistinct perspective to share a common language from a place of deep knowing and experience. She carefully combines this with relevant science research and easy to implement strategies that won’t overwhelm or create stress in your life. Her purpose is to present a variety of solutions and new ways to approach your own life as you begin to answer the big question, “Who am I under all the masks?”  Carole Jean and her Coaching Partner, Ali Arena, host the Coaching Cafe Academy and Community where they teach their exclusive Communication EcoSystemTM for Neurodiverse Relationships. Carole Jean has been a featured writer for the International Institute for Learning, a guest on The Grateful Leadership Podcast, Neurodiverse Love Podcast, Peeling Back the Mask Podcast, What is Autism? YouTube Show, Alexis Autism Acceptance Channel on Parenting as a Late Identified Autistic, The Chatty Auties as a co-host, and a celebrated keynote speaker. Carole Jean is a featured Guide on The Autastic Community where she hosts the Rest is More Than Sleep Course. She is the soon to be published author of, “Ladies Don’t Say Butt, The Social Struggles of a Late Identified ADHD-Autistic Adult” and the upcoming ebook, “Autistic Burnout: The Burnout to Balance Transformation for Late Identified Autistics.”   To get started on your Burnout To Balance Journey, download the Top 20 Warning Signs You May Be in Autistic Burnout at https://socialautie.com/ (NeuroDistinct is a term coined by my friend Tim Goldstein of The NeuroCloud. It is our alternative to neurodiverse as we feel we are "wonderfully distinct" and we all have gifts and talents that go beyond just "diversity.")

In today's episode I am joined with Podcaster and Youtuber Thomas who is an Autistic creator, he was diagnosed with Autism when he was 10 years old. Thomas talks about his Autism experience at a young age. I spoke about my school life experience with Autism, we also talk mental health because talking about it is in important. We both feel talking about Autism and getting a diagnosis is very important and it will help with day to day life. We both talk about how podcast life started for us both of us said prior to the pandemic. We go into more detail in the episode I hope you all enjoy it. Go and have a listen to Thomas's podcast the Thoughly Auti Podcast, thanks again Thomas it was a pleasure!

In today's episode I am joined with Alex who is Autistic, we talk about a few topics such as hobbies, jobs and what it's like to be Autistic. We talk sensory, what irritates us and why it is hard to ask for help. Alex mentions he went for an interview for a job he did really well apart from he didn't make eye contact even though he didn't get the job he said he was autistic. This wrong, we know the statistics for getting a job when you are autistic this needs to change.  thank you again Alex for a great conversation. 

Today's podcast topic is Mental Health. Liam talks about his film he released on Christmas day 2021. "What about us" a Mental Health film, Liam talks about it behind the scenes and about Second part of the film this year. We talk about how Mental health can impact actors, we talk about Doctor Who how Mental Health impacts on that.  We discuss how much the show doctor Who means to us, This episode offers so much awareness, we know Mental health can impact everyone including, Autism, IBD, chronic Illnessess.  Enjoy this podcast Spring special!

In Today's episode I am joined with Ella is an amazing motivational speaker. We talk Chronic Illness, hobbies how we are doing and why we do what we do. I speak about Crohn's and Ella talks about her Chronic Illness and how similar they can be. A great conversation with Ella. We talk about how talking about your condition boosts your confidence. We cover how much it takes to talk about your condition, it takes guts.  Thank you again Ella for a awesome conversation, her dream job is to be a vet go get you it you have got this. On the podcast we think it's great to relate different Chronic Illnessess and it's differences every advocate has their own story. 

Today's we are back in Northern Ireland for an episode in Belfast. Caitlin has Crohn's disease she talks about her journey from when she was as young as 11 years old. A great episode, we apologise for the lag in connection. Caitlin loves raising awareness. It's a hobby for us. Caitlin says a better undertesting of IBD is needed so can confuse it with IBS. Caitlin was at a festival she went to and she said someone said to her that everyone has Crohn's which is definitely not the case. This is why awareness is important shouldn't be based around appearance. She recently started Humira, all the best Caitlin! a great episode not to be missed. 

In today's episode I am joined with Andy who is autistic. We talk about Autism we cover a lot of things, socialising , eye contact, crowded events and lots more! Andy talks about his YouTube Channel Indie Andy it was the 5th anniversary of the channel it's been going since 2016 wasn't originally a Autism based channel but now it is it's full of Autism Content. We also have Conversation of our hobbies they are down below...  Music Star wars  Doctor Who  Football a mix of both of our interests there, great to have you on the show have a look at Andy's Channel it's great! on a final note we clarify that you don't need to positive about autism all the time! not in an upsetting way bad things are there as well as the good, difference is interesting but amazing! I have been given permission to share this episode. I really enjoyed my conversation with Andy it was really good and we covered a lot of important subjects.

In today's episode I am joined with Jennie, who has had Crohn's since 2018 and she had a Stoma the same year but before she was diagnosed. Jennie talks about her journey so far, and how much having a Stoma and Crohn's has boosted her confidence over the years. As most of us know it's a lifelong adjustment and changes us much, it was hard for Jennie to be open about her Crohn's at first and then she discovered it doesn't matter what other's think of you. Advocating for yourself and being open makes your confidence and journey better than it was originally. Pre diagnosis we can all admit we have went online to look and see what IBD and Crohn's disease is, it makes you feel worse why me ? but as me and Jennie say we wouldn't take anything back we have this illnesses because were warriors and can fight it! I love when people say to me "it's my first time on a podcast" because i know they will love it like Jennie, thank you again Jennie a wonderful conversation and episode. 

In today's episode I am joined with Georgia, who has had Crohn's Disease for six years she also has Ulcerative Colitis too. Georgia shares her journey, we talk Mental health and a good support system. We talk about the high and lows. A fantastic episode to listen too.  after rescheduling the episode we got there in the end, thank you again Georgia, with a chronic condition you do reschedule quite a lot of things. Fantastic conversation!

In today's episode I am joined with Claire who is a Nurse, we discuss hospital, Mental health, and Claire talks about bring a Nurse. Claire has a variety of patients with different conditions. We talk about the struggles during this pandemic and the work environment. We talk about inpower your own condition and good relationships. A great episode with Claire. Thank you again Claire 

In today's episode I am joined Nick who has Crohn's disease, he is a Bodybuilder and a co host of The Chronic Power Podcast. Myself and Nick talk IBD and ask each other questions about our ongoing Journey's the tough times, and better times. Nick is from America he has his own business called White Dragon training, he talks to us about being a bodybuilder on top of having a Chronic Illness. Nick also takes Humira injections fortnightly. A great conversation! Thank you again Nick!