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Autism Rocks and Rolls
by Sam Mitchell
A podcast from Samuel Mitchell, a teenager living with autism, will take you on a journey through his mind, which will show and explain coping strategies and how his brain operates differently.
Episodes
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357:Changing The Approach With Dr. Joe Lockavitch
Today, I know someone who would be an ideal guest to Autism Rocks And Rolls. That person's name is Dr. Joe Lockavitch. Dr. Joe Lockavitch has worked with students who still struggle with reading for more than forty years as a special education teacher, special education specialist, school...
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356:The Open Table Crossover (Eddie Beeley)
This exclusive episode of Autism Rocks and Rolls features a crossover between your favorite host and Eddie Beeley from The Open Table Podcast. First, Eddie and I discuss how Autism Rocks And Rolls is similar to the Open Table Podcast, particularly in terms of where the tables come together....
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355:Pedal To The Metal
My main topic for this episode is what it's like for anyone with autism to drive. I start by outlining the reasons why driving might not be appealing or essential for those with autism. I also discuss the parents' experiences and the symptoms of their anxiety. I also go into the anxiety that…
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354:UNO!
I talk about board and card games in this episode. The first and most significant topic I discuss is the benefits of board and card games for people with autism. Additionally, I explain the specific rules that can be taught to individuals with autism while playing board and card games. I even...
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353:What Comes First?
My concept on this episode is focused on prioritization. First, I explain to my audience why this managerial functioning skill is challenging when "we see it as equally important" and "everything as urgent." I will also share a video that listeners should view because it explains how to…
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352:I Know I'm Not What They Say By Oliver Graves
Today I have a talented professional as a guest: Oliver Graves. Oliver is referred to as a "goth comedian" because of the extreme contrasts in his clothing and makeup. Oliver is a comic who has given performances at clubs and events all around the country. Oliver's weekly article for the Argus...
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351:Beyond Assumptions
Come along as I discuss the "levels" of autism in this new episode. Additionally, I explain why we shouldn't use the term "levels" and who is at fault when we do. I also go over each understanding of autism and the ways to help someone who has it. Additionally, I let my audience know who should…
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350:Behavior Is Communication By Kristina Avritt
Today's visitor is Kristina Avritt, whom I met at a podcasting hosting event. After meeting her and learning that she also has a son with autism, I knew she was a perfect match for Autism Rocks And Rolls. Kristina is a co-host of the Bringing Education Home podcast and founder of Vibrant Family...
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349:Total Drama Special Part 6-The Final Explosion
We are back with the final segment of the Total Drama Specials. The final part focuses on Total Drama Pahkitew Island, its fifth branch. In this episode, I talk about what happened during Total Drama All Stars, which resulted in Total Drama Pahkitew Island. I also talk about the new aspects and...
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348:Total Drama Special Part 5-Ausome Stars
We're back with the fifth part of the Total Drama Specials. The fifth chapter centers around Total Drama All Stars, the fourth spinoff. In this episode, I discuss what transpired in Total Drama Revenge Of The Island, which created Total Drama All Stars. I also speak about the elements and…
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347:Total Drama Special Part 4-Sam's Revenge
We are back with the fourth part of the Total Drama Specials. The fourth segment focuses on Total Drama Revenge Of The Island, Total Drama's third spinoff. In this episode, I explain what transpired throughout Total Drama World Tour to enable Total Drama Revenge Of The Island. I also discuss the...
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346:Total Drama Special Part 3-Around The World
With our third season, we will continue to broadcast Total Drama specials. The third part addresses Total Drama World Tour, Total Drama's second spinoff. In this episode, I recount what happened in Total Drama Action that made Total Drama World Tour possible. I also explain the factors and one of...
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345:Total Drama Special Part 2-Lights, Camera, Action!
The second part of the Total Drama specials is continuing. The second section discusses Total Drama Action, the first Total Drama offshoot. I will discuss what transpired on Total Drama Island to bring about Total Drama Action in this episode. Additionally, I explain the components unique to…
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344:Total Drama Special Part 1-Welcome To The Island
We're going on a different path because I've chosen to produce a six-part special about Total Drama, one of my childhood favorite television programs. I begin the episode by outlining Total Drama Island's concepts and comparing it to reality competition shows like Fear Factor and Survivor. I also...
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343:Changing The Narrative With Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams, a Canadian Special Olympic athlete, will be my guest on this episode of Autism Rocks and Rolls. After hearing about his address to my mother's eighth graders, I was certain he would show up. For twenty years, Mr. Williams participated in the figure skating division of the…
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342:Gaining Clarity By Michael Pereira
Today's guest is Michael Pereira, the owner of The Autism Voyage. After 10 years at a company in America, high-stakes negotiations, and climbing the corporate ladder, Michael Pereira had everything figured out. Everything abruptly altered in 2022 when his son was diagnosed with autism. "What...
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341:Get Your Head Out Of The Textbook By Betsy Wurzel
Betsy Wurzel, an acquaintance of Autism Rocks and Rolls, is my guest today. Betsy is a qualified practical nurse and a former teacher's assistant. Her child, Josh, is on the autism spectrum and has a cognitive impairment. She also looked after her mother-in-law, who had Alzheimer's. That custom...
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340:Different Isn't The Wrong Way By Missy Brown
My new friend Missy Brown will be here with me for this episode. Her experience working with both child and senior populations in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, allows her to work simultaneously with clients and behind the scenes in creating programs and support. Her true interest is helping those…
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339:Lost In Space
I'll talk about how people with autism behave in big places in this episode. I start by discussing what constitutes a space and what locations qualify as large spaces. I also discuss how families should never tell their children, "You'll get used to it." In addition, I share with my audience the...
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338:Uniquely Wired By Terry Bursey
Today, I'm going to have Terry Bursey as my guest on Autism Rocks and Rolls. Terry (T.C.) Bursey, a full-time single father in Dover, Newfoundland and Labrador, is an educated journalist, culinary writer, public speaker, autism educator, advocate for himself, and writer. Mr. Bursey has always...
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337:Respect The Spectrum By Leila Farschian
Today's episode focuses on Leila Farschian. Leila Farschian is at the intersection of education, technology, and social impact with over 25 years of knowledge of behavioral therapy and autism education. holding a Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from Columbia University's Teachers...
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336:Keep Me In The Loop
In this episode, I dive into the topics of autism looping and echolalia. I start by explaining what both of these are and how they’re similar yet different from one another. I also share a personal daily experience that inspired me to discuss this topic. Throughout the episode, I talk about how...
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335:Love Yourself By Gab Eato
Gab Eato, a supporter of individuals with autism and ADHD, will be the guest on this episode. Ms. Eato, a 26-year-old neurodiversity advocate, philanthropist, and digital visionary, is transforming the way people think about inclusivity on the internet. Eleable, the world's first Digital Design...
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334:Loving Life With Sourena Vassenghi And Chris Stevenson
I have two guests for you. Starting off is Sourena Vassenghi, the incredible individual who finds joy in life despite having cerebral palsy and being wheelchair-bound. Mr. Vassenghi is a parent and husband in addition to his duties as a writer and company entrepreneur. I also bring his closest...
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333:For Keri Ann By Bill DeMott
Join me as I speak with former WWE and WCW wrestler Bill DeMott. He is well-known for his roles as Hugh Morris in WCW and his work in the WWE under his real name. While the promotion was in decline, he achieved title glory by holding the WCW United States Heavyweight Championship twice at the end...
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332:Adapting In The Classroom With Marc Copani (Muhammad Hassan)
Marc Copani, a former professional wrestler who goes as Muhammad Hassan, is my following guest. Mr. Copani introduced Muhammad Hassan, one of the most ferocious antagonists in WWE history, in 2004. He was an American of Arabic descent who would praise Allah and condemn the United States for the...
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331:Back To Baseline With Jake Edgar
For the past 15 years, Jake Edgar, my guest, has enjoyed working with children and adolescents with disabilities in a variety of settings, including managing and supervising self-contained classrooms and currently serving as the Director of Education at Springbrook Autism Behavioral Health. He…
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330:Only A Pause
In this episode I speak about regression in those with autism. The first topic I speak on is what autism regression is and the hard times should the person with autism regress. I also speak about how the parents' reaction to autism regression is wrong while at the same time telling the parents…
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329:Get Comfortable With Being Uncomfortable By Nick Yerhart
Today, I will have Nick Yerhart, a disability advocate. In addition to hosting The Infinite Abilities Podcast, where he interviews leaders to motivate others and offers resilience-boosting stories, Nick is a qualified 10X business coach under Grant Cardone's program. He founded Infinite Pod…
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328:Karter's Way By Radine Smith
An extra buddy from Autism Rocks and Rolls is my guest today. This is Radine Smith, a 2024 PhenomeMom Award winner and fellow Hoosier. The city of Indianapolis, Indiana, is where she was born and raised. Since parenting a child with autism, she has been devoted to her family and faith because…
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327:The Push Factor
This episode focuses on the pushiness of people with autism. I discuss why people with autism may be demanding and why it runs in their family. I also discuss how people with autism may become forceful due to their anxiety and anger management problems. I also explain to the audience the specific...
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326:Stand By
Since I discuss broadcasting in this episode, I take a different turn. I also explains to my audience why a person with autism could succeed in the media industry. I will additionally address whether filming and broadcasting are in two different countries or if both are the same thing. I...
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325:Pay Attention
I discuss being aware of and paying attention to your environment in this episode. I also discuss why it is difficult for those with autism to focus on their surroundings. I also describe the elements that increase and decrease awareness in people with autism. Additionally, I indicate when people...
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324:Going Live With Allyson Bowers
Today's guest is Allyson Bowers, an acquaintance of Autism Rocks and Rolls and a Vincennes PBS star. As Vincennes PBS's Education & Community Outreach Coordinator, she loves talking to children about PBS Kids programs, particularly Carl the Collector. In addition, she is the mom of a wonderful...
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323:Finding Life With Avery Dixon
My next guest hails from Georgia. He is Avery Dixon, a golden buzzer contestant on Season 17 (2022) of America's Got Talent and a spokesperson against bullying. Saxophonist phenom Avery Dixon rose to fame as a finalist on America's Got Talent and as the show's All-Star runner-up. Among the...
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322:Gone Fishin With Don Morse (Autism Anglers)
Don Morse with Autism Anglers, my next guest, is calling from Orlando. Don has been employed in the outdoor industry since 1994. Don didn't know what autism was until he found out that his child, Landon, had it. Don's friends and relatives were very receptive to hearing it. He knew that fishing…
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321:Clean Up On Aisle Eight
I discuss grocery shopping along with what it's like for people with autism in this episode. I also talk about how grocery shopping might make people with autism impatient. I also talk about how people with autism like consistency in supermarkets, where products remain in identical aisles for a...
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320:Define Yourself By Chris Mitchell
Today, my guest comes from Missouri. At the age of 58, Chris Mitchell, also known as the confident autistic, received a diagnosis of autism l. Instead of allowing autism to define him negatively, Chris chooses to let it define him positively. Despite his lifelong struggle with self-understanding...
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319:Attacking Abuse With Galit Tsadik
In this episode, I'm joined by FINancial Sharktress Galit Tsadik, an authentic shark. Taking charge of your finances and offering financial assistance is where Galit's greatest strength lies. She is a reputable financial analyst and the creator of Tsadik G Management, the organization that bears...
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318:Fostering Help Through Zak Clayton
Zak Clayton is the guest for this episode. Zak has a link to autism because he was once a foster parent to a child with autism. But he has a story of his own as the CEO and owner of Clayton Consulting & Event Planning LLC. He also founded Community Pay It Forward after recovering from a…
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317:Set The Hook!
I want to start by wishing you a Merry Christmas, and this episode of Autism Rocks and Rolls is my gift to you. I talk about fishing in this episode and why people with autism spectrum disorders might enjoy it. I also liken autism to the components on a fishing pole and the equipment in a...
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316:There's Nothing Wrong With Autism By Jimmy Clare
Today, I'm joined by the amazing Jimmy Clare. In addition to being a professional conference speaker, podcaster, and on-demand streaming host, Jimmy Clare is also an autism advocate because he falls into the autism spectrum. In 2025, he has an event planned out. Welcome to Autism Rocks and Rolls,...
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315:Out Of The Box Analyzing With SJ Childs (Sara Bradford)
Sara Bradford, an avid advocate of autism, will be spending the day with me. She is the originator of SJ Childs Global Network, a nonprofit that positively impacts the lives of numerous families. Sara is also the chief executive officer of SJ Childs LLC, a consulting organization that supports...
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314:My Army Featuring Ross Steel, Caleb Creamens, Andie Schroyer, and Maddie Jordan
Instead of having one, two, or three friends, I have four with me today. First up is the outstanding Ross Steel. Ross was diagnosed with autism at the age of three after being born in 2003. He has been placed on the honor roll several times and was awarded a sizable college scholarship. He also...
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313:In The Line Of Duty
I'm going blue for this episode because I discuss the reasons why people on the autism spectrum are afraid of police enforcement personnel. Additionally, I also talk about how a caretaker can help and improve the circumstances. I also advise parents on how to help their autistic children engage...
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312:Expeirencing VU Through Katie Deckard
Today, I am joined by Katie Deckard from Experience VU, who I hold in the highest regard. Since 2022, Katie has been the director of Experience VU at Vincennes University. Katie holds her doctorate in education from the University of Southern Indiana and an undergraduate degree from Indiana...
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311:Be Patient
Join me as I speak about patience. I also discuss the patience level folks on the autism spectrum have. I also give examples of situations in which people with autism could become impatient. Additionally, I describe how parents and children with autism may pass on patience to one another. I even...
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310:Jumping The Gun
In this episode, I speak about catastrophizing and what this concept is about. I also tell the parents the statements they should and should not say when those on the autism spectrum catastrophize. I even tell the parents some triggers that make those on the spectrum catastrophize. I as well tell...
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309:Transforming Lives With Endre Hoffmann (The Doctor Of Self-Worth)
Endre Hoffmann, the Doctor of Self-Worth, who is also my sponsor and friend, will approach this episode differently. Endre helps business owners reach their greatest potential and bring about dramatic shifts. He offers support to entrepreneurs who are overworked, exhausted, insecure, and...
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308:Beyond Gifted By Jake The Snake Roberts
My fellow professional wrestling friends are in for a treat today as I am accompanied by WWE Hall of Famer Jake The Snake Roberts. Considered by many to be one of the most well-known figures in professional wrestling, Mr. Roberts was well-known for his dark appeal, clever and powerful promos,...
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A podcast from Samuel Mitchell, a teenager living with autism, will take you on a journey through his mind, which will show and explain coping strategies and how his brain operates differently.
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