Today’s Autistic Moment: A Podcast for Autistic Adults by An Autistic Adult

Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcripts. Join the celebration of five years and 100 episodes of the podcast that has brought Autistic Adults to talk with Philip about the experience of being Autistic in an intersectional world. The 100th show is a festival featuring clips from 14 past episodes, new music, and guest interviews with Daren Howard, Dr. Devon Price. Matthew Lawrence. Sara Swan. A.J. Locashio and Jessica Jahns. There are two parts to this episode between an intermission of some upbeat music. You are invited to join the party.

Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcripts for this or any other episode. In this wrap up episode for Season 4, Dr. Angela Kingdon from the Autistic Culture podcast joins Philip for a discussion about Embracing the Intersectional Autistic Culture.  All of the episodes in 2024 have been focusing on our Intersectional Autistic Adult Communities.  During this episode we will be exploring what embracing the Intersectional communities means so that all of us feels like we belong together.  We will talk about engaging with the diversity of Neurodivergent people and empowering them to keep embracing each other as we journey into an uncertain future.  At the end of this episode is the end of the year dedication to all guests, sponsors, and our amazing audience.

Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcripts. Matthew Lawrence the #ActuallyAutistic Coach joins Philip to dive into the intersections of Autistic and Jewish identities. WE will talk about navigating faith, community, self-advocacy within Jewish and Neurodivergent spaces. This episode will talk about how the Jewish and Autistic Cultures meet and challenge each other. This is a great opportunity for the audience to get some great insight to self-care that works for all cultures and traditions.

Go to todaysautisticmoment.com to read or download the transcripts. A lot of rural areas are great places to live with less noise, traffic and without the crowds and rush of urban or suburban cities.  However, many Autistics live in rural areas where the resources they need for support and acceptance are outdated.  Many rural areas have residents who that are dismissive of Autistics and make judgements about how "disabled" they are or assume that they are fleecing the system. 

Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcripts. Anxiety and stress escalate for many Autistics to travel. Sensory needs can become overwhelming. The social interaction can put Autistics on edge. The change of routines beginning with the change of where they sleep, to where their safe spaces are (or don't exist), and feeling uncomfortable can be too much to handle. Shalese Heard, the Travel Goddess is an Autistic traveler joins Philip to share their experiences and some advice to help make traveling less stressful for Autistic Adults.

Go to todaysautisticmoment.com, this episode will be the first one down because it is the newest show. When you see the episode page, scroll down to the written documents and click on the episode title for the transcript you want. Scroll further down to read and follow the transcript from the website. This episode will focus on navigating the workplace and finding ways to work with your strengths, including job-crafting, preventing burnout, and navigating the disclosure.  This episode celebrates October as Disability Employment Month and features Ludmila Praslova, author of The Canary Code: A Guide to Neurodiversity, Dignity, and Intersectional Belonging at Work. 

Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcripts. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is now integrated into web browsers, social media, mobile devices, with companies like Microsoft, Adobe, and Meta creating their own applications. For Autistic Adults, AI offers benefits such as enhanced communication tools, personalized learning experiences, and assistive technologies that can improve independence.  However, there are also risks to consider, including over-reliance on AI, privacy concerns, potential biases in information, and the lack of human interaction. Kathryn Parsons, who is an experienced Autistic leader in digital marketing, will emphasize that Autistics can effectively utilize AI when it compliments human supports and helps you use it wisely and safely.  Join us for this explanatory show.

Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcripts. In this episode of Today’s Autistic Moment, Nicole LeBlanc will join Philip in the first segment to talk about the challenges of finding adequate and affordable housing as reasons why many Autistics live with unsupportive people. Becca Lory Hector will Philip in segment 3 and 4 to provide you with helpful tips about how to handle difficult people by setting and maintaining good boundaries, by creating safe spaces and routines to help you regulate.  We want to help Autistic Adults to feel safe and happy in your homes.  Join us for this informative show.

Go to todaysautisticmoment.com to read and/or download the transcripts. The Summer of Self-Care Series concludes with Lisa Morgan and Philip talking about grief management & support. Autistics often experience disenfranchised grief. Grief is a very natural process. Listen to Lisa talk about the many experiences that cause grief, and how Autistics can manage and get the supports they need.

Go to todaysautisticmoment.com click on the episode you want to listen to, and you will find the transcript. "Sexual abuse is any kind of sexual action that is harmful to us that we do not consent to, that we do not want, and it can also be something we're unable to consent to.  Anybody who is in a historically marginalized group, we are often times seen as less than human. When someone sees us as less than human, they believe that they have the right to do with us as they would like." Due to the sensitive nature of the topic, some content may not be suitable for all listeners, discretion is advised. 

Transcripts for this episode can be found at todaysautisticmoment.com. Additional transcripts for this episode using a font that is accessible for dyslexics and in Spanish, German, French and Simple Chinese are available. Among the frustrations of Autistics with the medical approach is the real possibility of misdiagnosis. More Autistics, especially women get misdiagnosed with bipolar disorder. Michelle Markman is Autistic and was originally diagnosed with bipolar disorder. After more than 12 years of being prescribed psychotropic drugs, Michelle later learned that she is Autistic. Michelle joins Philip to tell her story.

Transcripts for this episode can be found at todaysautisticmoment.com. Additional transcripts for this episode using a font that is accessible for dyslexics and in other languages such as Spanish, German, French, and Simple Chinese are available. Dr. Devon Price joins Philip for an in-depth conversation about the disheartening rhetoric Autistics and our Intersectional Communities are hearing during this election year. Dr. Price talks about how the disheartening rhetoric harms us and what we can do to look after ourselves in these very difficult times. Dr. Price talks about how the disheartening rhetoric in the news media, on social media keeps our eyes and minds fixated to the point of mental exhaustion and our emotions overwhelming. Join us for this show which will help you develop strategies that help you survive and thrive.

Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcripts. Becca Lory Hector joins Philip to talk about the importance of each Autistic person getting the rest we need with self-awareness and setting boundaries. Becca will talk about July as Disability Pride Month and her new book: Always Bring Your Sunglasses: And Other Stories from a Life of Sensory and Social Invalidation. This episode is dedicated to the memory of Jerry W. Conner, Jr. a friend of Philip's who passed away June 24th.

Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcripts. In this episode Oluwatobi Odugunwa talks with Philip about their experiences of finding inclusion in the various communities they intersect with.  We will talk about the importance of finding others within each of the identities we are linked with, and search for opportunities for them to find companionship with all of them together. 

Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcript. Daren Howard and Philip discuss the intersections of Autistic, Bisexual, other sexual identities, by sharing personal experiences of challenges and self-acceptance. They will emphasize the importance of intersectionality and inclusivity within the Autistic Community and beyond, advocating for Autistic Pride and acceptance in the queer communities. Our advocacy must be inclusive of all intersecting communities to be effective. Join Daren and Philip for this very comprehensive conversation. This episode includes candid conversations around sexuality that may not be appropriate for all audiences. Listener discretion is advised.

Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcript. AJ and Philip discuss the importance of addressing anger management in Intersectional Autistic Adults Communities by stressing the need for safe spaces & personalized approaches. We will explore the subjects of gaslighting, internalized oppression, and anger in marginalized communities, highlighting the importance of recognizing and validating emotions & experiences. We will underline the need for community support, self-advocacy, and strategies for managing PTSD. Finally, we will talk about incorporating the need for Autistic led initiatives and investing in those spaces to empower Autistic Individuals.

Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcript. Autism Month is over. So many Autistic Adults are exhausted from the negative conversations about Autism. The issues of prejudice, refusal to listen to the Autistic Adults, abuse, neglect, rejection, and the ads about "curing Autism" leave us with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Silas Zacharias from Queensland, Australia joins Philip for an insightful conversation about the history of PTSD and how it impacts Autistic Adults and our Intersectional Communities.

Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcripts. Holt Mills is a graduating senior at the Minnesota Independence College & Community. Holt will tell us about his chosen major, and what being educated at a college and community that accepts him as an Autistic has prepared him for the career and challenges of his life going forward.  Holt will also share with us what graduation in May means for him.

Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcripts. Autistics are discovering that we are part of a unique culture and language while we strive for acceptance that opens up possibilities that are not limited by the ableism of DSM criteria.  Rachel Cullen is an Autistic, independent consultant, and advocate in Brighton, England who has been researching their Autistic Language Hypothesis. Together with our intersectional communities, we will challenge stereotypes, promote acceptance, and ensure that Autistic voices are heard. 

Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcripts. Autistic women are emerging with vitality to add their voices to the Neurodiversity Movement.  No where is this more clear than AutisticaPalooza, an upcoming 2 1/2-day conference for and by Autistic women with a speaker line up dominated by Autistic women.  Nigel Rising, Esq., founded Autistic Women Emerging (AWE), the event organizer, for the purpose of engaging activities that will reduce the suicide rate of Autistic women.