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Autism Weekly Podcast
by ABS Kids
Each week we welcome a guest to the program to share their unique perspective and expertise as it relates to the fascinating world of autism.
Episodes
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An Informed Parent Is an Empowered Parent | with Camille Proctor #241
This week, Jeff sits down with Camille Proctor, Founder and Executive Director of The Color of Autism Foundation. Camille started the foundation in 2009 after a long fight to get her son diagnosed and after support groups where no one looked like her. Today it's a national resource for Black...
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Social Relationships and Connection in Adulthood with Rachel Loftin, Ph.D. #241
For most autistic people, the supports end at 21 or 22. The friendships, the structure, the built-in reasons to be around other people, all of it was attached to a school system that stops. Dr. Rachel Loftin has spent her career with the people on the other side of that line. She is chief…
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Press Start: Video Games, Healthy Habits, and Finding Balance with Andrew Fishman, LCSW #240
Most parents know their kid plays video games. Far fewer could name the game. Andrew Fishman, LCSW, says that gap is where the nightly fights start. Andrew is a licensed clinical social worker who works with teens and emerging adults, writes about video games and mental health for Psychology…
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Autism Diagnosis, Eye Tracking, and What It Means for Families with Dr. Cheryl Tierney #239
Most kids in the U.S. aren't diagnosed with autism until after age 4, long past the window when early intervention makes the biggest difference. The problem isn't that clinicians don't care. It's that a traditional evaluation can take six to eight hours end to end, and there aren't enough...
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Dr. Brian Boyd: Who Autism Research Leaves Out, and How We Fix It #238
The UNC researcher behind the Black Empowerment and Autism Network on bias, access, and building care systems that actually fit families. Autism research has historically been built on a narrow slice of the population. Dr. Brian Boyd argues that gap is not just an academic problem. It shows up as...
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Family Engagement and Advocacy: Building Real Inclusion for Autistic Individuals #237
This week on Autism Weekly, host Jeff Skibitsky sits down with Amy Kelly, National Director of Family Engagement at Devereux and mother of three, including her daughter Annie, who was diagnosed with autism just before her second birthday. With nearly 20 years working directly with families and a...
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Ethics, Skill Building, and Collaboration | With Dr. Mary Jane Weiss #236
This week we're joined by Dr. Mary Jane Weiss, a psychologist and board certified behavior analyst who has spent her career advancing the science of applied behavior analysis and its application to autism. Dr. Weiss serves as executive director of programs in ABA and autism and directs a Ph.D....
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Social Memory and Autism: Inside the Brain | Dr. Marilena Griguoli #235
This week we're joined by Dr. Marilena Griguoli, a neuroscientist whose research is helping us understand something that sits at the very heart of autism: how the brain processes social experiences and builds social memory. Dr. Griguoli's work, funded by the Autism Research Institute, is looking…
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When Water Becomes Dangerous: Autism, Drowning, and the Program Changing the Odds #234
This week we're joined by Dr. Tana Carson, Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy at Florida International University, and Dr. Tania Santiago Perez, Associate Teaching Professor in Recreational Therapy, also at FIU. Together, they're doing something that has never been done at this scale:...
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When Anxiety and Autism Collide: What Families Can Do | With Dr. Lauren Moskowitz #233
This week we're joined by Dr. Lauren Moskowitz, a clinical psychologist and researcher at St. John's University who studies something so many families know firsthand: the intersection of autism and anxiety. For many autistic children and teens, anxiety isn’t just a side challenge. It can be one…
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Exploring Diverse Identities in Autism: Sexuality, Gender, and Mental Health | with Dr. Brandon Ito #232
This week, we’re joined by Dr. Brandon Ito, a psychiatrist, educator, and advocate specializing in LGBTQ+ mental health and reducing healthcare disparities. As a UCLA Health LGBTQ Champion and leader in medical education, Dr. Ito is dedicated to fostering inclusive and equitable care. Today…
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The Gut-Brain Connection | with Dr. Rosa Krajmalnik-Brown #231
This week, we’re joined by Dr. Rosa Krajmalnik-Brown, a pioneering researcher at Arizona State University whose work is changing how we understand the connection between gut health and autism. Dr. Krajmalnik-Brown and her team were the first to show that changing the gut microbiome can actually...
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Teaching Kids to Speak for Themselves: Communication, Life Skills & Assent-Based Care | With Lexus Johnson, BCBA #230
This week we're joined by Lexus Johnson, a BCBA who is doing really meaningful work with her clients every day. Lexus is passionate about something that doesn't always get the spotlight it deserves; making sure that kids aren't just learning skills, but learning to communicate who they are, what...
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How the Brain Gets Stuck and How to Help It Flex | Dr. Lucina Uddin #229
What's actually happening in the brain when an autistic individual struggles to shift gears, adapt to change, or break out of a repetitive thought pattern? This week, host Jeffrey Skibitsky sits down with Dr. Lucina Uddin, neuroscientist and director of the Brain Connectivity and Cognition...
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Reclaiming Identity: Christopher Carazas on Autism, Resilience, and Inclusion #228
This week, we’re joined by Christopher Carazas, a Paraguayan-American writer whose journey spans continents, cultures, and a lifetime of resilience. Diagnosed as autistic in adulthood, Christopher has navigated the challenges of masking, emotional recovery, and finding his voice after years of...
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Managing Intense Emotions and Anxiety | with Dr. Susan White #227
This week, we’re joined by Dr. Susan Williams White, a renowned clinical psychologist, researcher, and advocate for evidence-based interventions. Dr. White’s work focuses on helping individuals manage intense emotions and anxiety, with a special emphasis on youth with autism. Download latest...
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Understanding Sensory Processing in Autism | with Dr. Shulamite Green #226
This week, we’re joined by Dr. Shulamite Green, an Assistant Professor at UCLA and licensed clinical psychologist specializing in autism, sensory processing, and neurodevelopmental conditions. She leads the UCLA SCAN lab, where her research focuses on how the brain processes sensory information...
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Executive Functioning: Strategies for Autism Success | with Dr. Lauren Kenworthy #225
This week, we’re joined by Dr. Lauren Kenworthy, a leading expert in the field of autism and executive functioning. Dr. Kenworthy is the author of Unstuck and On Target, a school-based intervention program proven to help children on the autism spectrum develop critical executive functioning…
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Empowering Families: Parent-Mediated Interventions | with Dr. Brooke Ingersoll #224
This week, we’re joined by Dr. Brooke Ingersoll, a leading autism researcher and Director of the MSU Autism Research Lab. She’ll be sharing insights on parent-mediated interventions, Project ImPACT, and the RISE study. These topics offer valuable support for families and individuals in the autism...
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Navigating Severe Autism: Awareness, Care, and Solutions | with Jill Escher #223
This week, we’re joined by Jill Escher, president of the National Council on Severe Autism, a dedicated advocate, autism research philanthropist, and mom to two children with nonverbal autism. Jill has spent her life working to support individuals and families affected by severe autism. She’s...
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Innovating Through Neurodiversity, Creativity, and Resilience with Alix Generous #222
This week, we’re joined by Alix Generous—an autistic advocate, entrepreneur, scientist, and PhD student in Holocaust and Genocide Studies. Alix has used her unique perspective to drive innovation in science, technology, and neurodiversity-affirming practices. Today we will be discussing her...
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Building Inclusive Communities: A Conversation with Clara Garcia and Melissa Cardona #221
This week, we’re joined by Clara Garcia, Director of Programs, and Melissa Cardona, Senior Resource Specialist at the Autism Society of Inland Empire. Clara brings decades of experience in inclusion and program development, while Melissa, a parent of two children on the spectrum, is passionate...
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Neurodivergence-Affirming Practices: Empowering Social Connections | with Dr. Matthew Lerner #220
This week, we’re joined by Dr. Matthew Lerner, a leading researcher and advocate for neurodivergence-affirming practices. Dr. Lerner is the Director of the Social Connections and Treatment Lab at Drexel University, where his work focuses on improving social development and creating inclusive,...
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Building Communication Skills: Speech Therapy Strategies | with Rose Griffin #219
This week, we’re joined by Rose Griffin, a speech-language pathologist and board-certified behavior analyst with over 20 years of experience. In her last visit, we explored how speech and ABA therapy work together; be sure to check out that episode, which we’ll link to this one. Today, Rose will...
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Ensuring Quality in ABA: The Role of Accreditation | with Jenna Kokoski #218
This week, we’re joined by Jenna Kokoski, a BCBA with over 20 years of experience in the ABA field. Jenna is the COO of Jade Health and a leader in the ABA community, known for her advocacy, expertise, and dedication to creating ethical and sustainable business models. She’s here to talk about…
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Embracing ADHD as a Superpower | with Ron Souers #117
This week, we’re joined by Ron Souers; an ADHD advocate, podcast host, and author who’s dedicated his life to empowering adults with ADHD to embrace their differences and unlock their true potential. Ron is the voice behind the podcast “Don’t Mind Me, I’m Different!”, where he shares raw and...
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Anxiety Treatments for Young Autistic Children with Dr. Amy Keefer #216
This week, we are joined by Dr. Amy Keefer, a board-certified psychologist at Kennedy Krieger’s Center for Autism Services, Science and Innovation and assistant professor at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Keefer is a leading expert in autism and anxiety research, and she’s here…
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Addressing Health Disparities in Autism Services | with Dr. Erin Kang & Dr. Sadaf Khawar #215
This week, we’re joined by Dr. Erin Kang, an Assistant Professor at Montclair State University whose groundbreaking research bridges science and practice to improve autism interventions. We’re also thrilled to welcome Dr. Sadaf Khawar, a postdoctoral researcher whose award-winning work focuses on...
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Enhancing Autism Services: A Conversation with Dr. Colleen Katzenmoyer #214
This week, we are joined by Colleen Katzenmoyer, the newly appointed vice president of education services at Devereux, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit providers of behavioral healthcare. Dr. Katzenmoyer brings nearly 20 years of experience in education and behavioral health, and she’s here…
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Revolutionizing Autism Support: How AI and VR Are Shaping the Future | with Vijay Ravindran #213
This week, we are joined by Vijay Ravindran, founder of Floreo and an inspiring innovator in the world of autism technology. Vijay’s journey as an autism father, combined with his impressive career at companies like Amazon and The Washington Post, led him to create groundbreaking virtual reality...
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Empowering Autism Through Exercise: A Conversation | with David Geslak #212
This week, we are joined by David Geslak, also known as Coach Dave, a pioneer in using exercise to support individuals with autism. He’s the founder of a fitness program taught in nine universities and has partnered with the American College of Sports Medicine to create the Autism Exercise...
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Rewriting the Autism Narrative: Advocacy, Identity, and Inclusion | with Dena L. Gassner #211
This week, we are joined by Dr. Dena L. Gassner, Senior Research Scientist at AJ Drexel, autism advocate, and member of the Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee (IACC). Dena is rewriting the narrative around autistic identity, challenging stereotypes, and advocating for gender diversity and...
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Early Autism Detection & Support Strategies | with Dr. Diana Robins #210
This week, we welcome Dr. Diana Robins, professor and director at the AJ Drexel Autism Institute. Renowned for her work on early autism detection and the development of the M-CHAT, Dr. Robins has helped countless families access earlier diagnoses and crucial interventions. Join us as we explore...
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The Power of Listening and Mentorship Programs | With Kristen Gillespie-Lynch, Taylor (T) Abbatemarco, Louis Rotondo, and Rita Strickland #209
This week we’re discussing "The Power of Listening and Mentorship Programs" through the Making Mentors program. This initiative pairs autistic college students with high school students to foster connection, growth, and empowerment. Joining us are Kristen Gillespie-Lynch, Taylor (T) Abbatemarco,...
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Empowering Autism: Rachelle Vartanian's Inspiring Journey #208
This week, we are joined by Rachelle Vartanian, founder of the Living and Learning Enrichment Center. Inspired by her own parenting journey, Rachelle has dedicated her work to empowering individuals with autism. Today, we’ll discuss autism advocacy, job training, clinical services, social…
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Autism and the Power of Music | with Dr. Scott Price #207
This week, we are joined by Dr. Scott Price, a renowned professor of music and pioneer in inclusive piano education. Dr. Price has dedicated his career to teaching students with autism and empowering families through the power of music. Today, we will discuss how music can unlock potential…
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Navigating Transitions: A Family’s Journey Through Autism with Amy Kelly and Danny Kelly #206
This week, we are joined by Amy Kelly, the National Director of Family Engagement at Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health, and her son, Danny Kelly. Amy brings her professional expertise and heartfelt insights from raising three children, including her daughter Annie, who has profound autism.…
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Early Autism Signs & Support | with Dr. Giacomo Vivanti #205
This week, we are joined by Dr. Giacomo Vivanti, a leading expert in early autism detection and intervention. With a personal connection to autism through his two brothers and a career dedicated to understanding how children with autism learn, Dr. Vivanti offers invaluable insights. Today we will...
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Rebranding Autism: Seeing Strengths on the Spectrum | with Clain Udy #204
This week, we are joined by Clain Udy, a passionate advocate, father, and author who is on a mission to rebrand autism and reshape how society perceives it. As the father of an adult son with high-functioning autism, Clain’s journey has taken him from wanting to “fix” his son to wholeheartedly...
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Bridging Science and Care: Autism Medications and Practical Insights with Dr. Joseph Buxbaum #203
This week, we welcome Dr. Joseph Buxbaum, a leading neuroscientist, autism expert, and Director of the Seaver Autism Center. With his vast expertise in genetics, neuroscience, and clinical applications, Dr. Buxbaum will shed light on the latest advances in autism research and share practical…
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Championing Equity: Advocating for Black Autistic Children in Education | with Cheryl Poe #202
This week, we welcome Cheryl Poe to the podcast to discuss the critical topic of advocating for Black autistic children in education systems. Cheryl is an accomplished advocate, trainer, speaker, and parent with a wealth of experience. She’s the founder of Advocating 4 Kids, Inc., where she...
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Defying Doubts: Kadin McElwain’s Journey of Advocacy & Achievement #201
This week, we are joined by Kadin McElwain, an autistic college student and advocate from Ohio who has dedicated his life to proving doubters wrong and helping others on the autism spectrum thrive. Despite being told he wouldn’t be able to live a ‘normal’ life, he has continuously broken…
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Unlocking Social Understanding: Predictive Coding with Dr. Leslie Carver #200
This week, we are joined by Dr. Leslie Carver, a leading researcher studying brain development and social cognition in both typically developing children and those with autism. Dr. Carver’s work offers groundbreaking insights into how autistic children anticipate and process events, and how this...
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Understanding Language, AAC, and Connection in Autistic Adults| with Dr. Ashley de Marchena #199
This week, we are joined by Dr. Ashley de Marchena, an Associate Research Professor at the A.J. Drexel Autism Institute and a licensed psychologist specializing in autism communication. Dr. de Marchena’s work explores everything from literal and non-literal language to nonverbal communication…
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Early Signs & Early Action: Autism Detection and Intervention with Dr. Rebecca Landa #198
This week, we are joined by Dr. Rebecca Landa, a leading expert in early autism detection and intervention. Dr. Landa is the founder of the Center for Autism Services, Science and Innovation (CASSI™) at Kennedy Krieger Institute and has dedicated her career to identifying early signs of autism…
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The Gut-Brain Connection: Innovations in Autism Therapies with Dr. James Adams #197
This week, we are joined by Dr. James B. Adams, a President’s Professor at Arizona State University and leader of the Autism/Asperger's Research Group. As a father to an adult daughter with autism, Dr. Adams has dedicated much of his research to uncovering biological causes and innovative...
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Autism Research: Advancements, Resources, and Family Support with Dr. Alycia Halladay #196
This week, we are joined by Dr. Alycia Halladay, Chief Science Officer at the Autism Science Foundation and a leading voice in autism research. We'll discuss key advancements from 2024, resources for families, profound autism, and how siblings are impacted. Dr. Halladay will also share practical...
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Navigating Adulthood with Autism | with Dr. Fred Volkmar #195
This week, we are joined by Dr. Fred Volkmar, renowned autism researcher and Irving B. Harris Professor at Yale University. Dr. Volkmar discusses key issues facing adults with autism, including vocational challenges, driving, legal considerations, and the importance of accessible services. We’ll...
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Turning Autism Around: Dr. Mary Barbera's 4-Step Approach for Families #194
This week, we are joined by Dr. Mary Barbera, a BCBA-D, author, and autism advocate with over 25 years of experience. Dr. Barbera developed the Turn Autism Around® approach, offering practical strategies to improve language, self-care, and social skills for children with autism or early signs of...
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Drowning Prevention and Autism: Safeguarding Lives with Stacey Hoaglund #193
This week on Autism Weekly, we’re honored to welcome Stacey Hoaglund, advocate, disability consultant, and President of the Autism Society of Florida! With over 25 years of experience in education, inclusion, and legislative change, Stacey has been a leading voice in the autism community. As…
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