Podcasts are primarily for parents and professionals who deal with children with Autism. They inspire, inform and support families and children with Autism. At times, they also highlight Autism related associations, apps and experiences.
Here is a list of Podcasts related to Autism.
We would love to get recommendations from you on any other podcasts for children with Autism that are not in this list. You could write to us at contact@autismconnect.com
PODCAST EPISODE 3 – KEVIN O’NEILL
STORIES ABOUT AUTISM
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This week I’m joined by a very good friend of mine, Kevin O’Neill, from the Facebook page Autism From A Dad’s Eye View
I’ve known Kevin for a few years now, and was able to meet up with him for a few drinks twice last year, and talk all things autism and being a dad.
Kevin is the dad to 3 children, and 2 of them are autistic. During this episode we get to talk about their diagnosis, how autism is so different for them both, the schools they attend, their love for their big sister, and how they all coped with a period of regression.
We also get to talk about being non-verbal (Kevin tried it out for a day at work to understand better what life is like for his son), being pro-stim, and much much more.
If you enjoy this interview and want to know more about Kevin and his family, definitely check out his Facebook page, Autism From A Dad’s Eye View
PODCAST EPISODE 4 – PURPLE ELLA
STORIES ABOUT AUTISM
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On the podcast I get to speak to people who are either a parent of a child with autism, an autistic adult, or who work with the autism community. In this episode my guest ticks all 3 boxes!
I first met Ella (from the blog Purple Ella) a couple of years ago at a blogging event and shortly after she had received her own autism diagnosis. Ella is also a mum to two children with an autism, and works with the autism community giving talks and training too. You can listen on the player below, or on iTunes or Stitcher
PODCAST EPISODE 6 – STEPH’S TWO GIRLS
STORIES ABOUT AUTISM
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A few years ago I was talking about autism with somebody I had met and they advised me to read the blog Stephs Two Girls. Being relatively new to the online world of autism I set about reading it, and little did I know I’d become friends with the author, and then get the chance to do a podcast interview with them!
What struck me about Steph’s blog at the time was not only was she was talking about autism in girls, but she was also writing about something called PDA (or Pathological Demand Avoidance) I had never heard of it before, and found it fascinating as it opened my eyes even more about autism.
Then a couple of years ago I asked Steph to contribute a post for my blog, and even now it’s still one of my most widely read posts! It seems there are so many families out there whose lives are touched by PDA, yet it goes under the radar of most people
PODCAST SEASON 2 – EPISODE 1: MY BOY BLUE
STORIES ABOUT AUTISM
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After a prolonged absence thanks to the summer holidays, and having my hands full with Tommy and Jude, I’m back with season 2, and have some amazing guests lined up over the next few weeks.
Kicking off the new season, I’m joined by Nicole Duggan, mum to Riley who is autistic, and who runs the Facebook page My Boy Blue.
Earlier on this year I got talking to Nicole online, when she invited me to take part in an awareness and fundraising campaign she was putting together for Autism Awareness Week via Snapchat. It went incredibly well, raised thousands of euros for a local autism charity in Ireland, and we’ve remained friends ever since.
So it was great to get to talk to Nicole properly and find out more about her and Riley.
PODCAST SEASON 2 – EPISODE 2: VICTORIA HATTON
STORIES ABOUT AUTISM
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I asked a question on my Instagram page a couple of months back about who you’d like me to speak to on the podcast. So many of you said you wanted to hear from teachers who work with our kids, and get their take on autism.
So when I was thinking about who to have on first, I immediately thought of this week’s guest, Victoria Hatton. Not only is Victoria an autism specialist teacher, but a few years ago her daughter was also diagnosed as autistic. Victoria shares with me so much valuable information, tips and ideas, looking at autism as both a teacher and a parent
I’ve been following Victoria’s blog Starlight and Stories for the last year, where she shares lots of helpful advice and strategies for parents to help their children, and we talk about some of them during an episode that I’m sure you will find very useful.
PODCAST SEASON 2, EPISODE 3: MARC CARTER – LITTLE BLUE CUP
STORIES ABOUT AUTISM
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A couple of years ago, whilst the world was reflecting on Donald Trump being elected as the new US President, another story went viral and was challenging it for the most read in the UK. That was the story of my guest, Marc Carter, his autistic son Ben, and a little blue cup!
After following that story and seeing it take off around the world, I was lucky enough to get to meet Marc and knew that he’d be a great guest for the podcast.
Marc introduces us to the story of his family, his three autistic children, and what autism means to their lives. We talk about their individual strengths and challenges, and how they all get on living under one roof.
We discuss the provision that’s out there for autistic adults once they leave school (or lack of) and what the government should be doing to put things right. It’s something I’ve always shied away from looking at, but in a few years I know me and my boys will be in the same situation.
We also speak about mental health, in particular Marc’s own story, and the mental health of carer’s in general.
PODCAST SEASON 2, EPISODE 4: SPIKEY MAMA
STORIES ABOUT AUTISM
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This week I’m talking to Caro Greenwood, who is a mum of 4, wife of Rugby World Cup winner Will Greenwood, and runs the blog Spikey Mama
Caro’s daughter Matilda is autistic, but getting a diagnosis has been far from straightforward. Caro shares all what they went through, and how they saw numerous specialists and professionals over the years before finally a diagnosis was given
We talk all things autism, what autism means for their family, and in particular their experiences with school. They’ve struggled to find one that meets Matilda’s needs, especially as she has got older, and just when they thought they’d found the right place for her everything changed
Caro’s also very honest, sharing some of the mistakes she’s made over the years as a parent, and just how much she’s evolved in the process. Lots of fascinating insight that I’m sure you’ll enjoy listening to.
PODCAST: SEASON 2, EPISODE 5: MIRIAM GWYNNE
STORIES ABOUT AUTISM
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This week I’m joined by Miriam Gwynne, mother of autistic twins, Isaac and Naomi. Miriam also who writes the blog Faith Mummy
I’ve been reading Miriam’s blog since before I started my own, and have loved following Isaac and Naomi’s progress over the years, so was delighted to get the chance to talk with her about their story. Even though they are twins, autism means very different things for Isaac and Naomi, just like it does for Tommy and Jude.
We get to talk all about their younger years, when the thought of autism first entered their lives, and also the many other diagnoses that Isaac would also receive.
Then we talk about Isaac’s unique way of communicating, through Google Maps, and also about how he absolutely loves lifts (elevators) and how it led to being sent lift videos from around the world, and even from Holly and Phil on This Morning!
We discuss Naomi’s selective mutism, and the strength of her bond with her brother. When their local park receive a makeover Naomi was able to campaign for them to make further changes and put in a swing that her brother could use.
PODCAST SEASON 3, EPISODE 1: CARLY JONES MBE
STORIES ABOUT AUTISM
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We’re back! After a much longer than planned break, (2019 has been quite a challenge!) the podcast returns with the start of season 3.
This week I’m joined by a very special guest, Carly Jones MBE. I found Carly on twitter last year and have been an avid follower ever since, keeping track of all of the projects she’s involved in, and loving the insights she shares about autism.
Carly is a mum of 3 girls, 2 of whom are autistic. It was during their diagnosis that Carly actually realised that she herself was autistic, and received her own diagnosis soon after.
We talk a lot about that time, how she felt as a mum when her daughter’s were diagnosed, and how she felt receiving her own diagnosis. What autism means for her and her family, and how she feels about her own diagnosis being missed.
PODCAST: SEASON 3, EPISODE 2: JILL POWELL
STORIES ABOUT AUTISM
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This week I get to talk to my first international guest, Jill Powell, all the way from South Carolina, USA
I’ve been friends with Jill for a few years now, after getting to know her through her blog Walking With Drake.
Jill is the mum of Drake, who is autistic, and it’s their story she shares with me.
We talk about the early years, what led to Drake’s diagnosis, and how things differ in America compared to the UK when it comes to services and therapies.
We also talk about ABA therapy, communication devices, and their autism service dog, Koda, and how much she has transformed Drake’s life.
Jill talks very positively about autism, and is true to her feelings with all that she writes. I’m sure you’ll love getting to know more about her and Drake
You can read more about Jill and Drake on her blog, or follow them on Facebook and Instagram
To listen to the episode you can click on the player below, or download from iTunes or Stitcher