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Exploring Different Brains
by www.DifferentBrains.com
EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS is a weekly interview show hosted by neurodiversity advocate Harold "Hackie" Reitman, MD., and presented by DifferentBrains.com. Join us as we speak with some of the most interesting people involved in autism, Asperger's, dyslexia, ADHD, OCD, down syndrome, and any condition that can be considered "neurodiverse." From doctors to judges, teachers to caregivers, scientists to advocates, parents to kids, neurodiverse to neurotypical, we want to tell any story that can offer insight into the difference in our brains.
Episodes
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Transforming Workplaces with Neurodiverse Talent, with Charles Kransberger | EDB 351
Vocational rehabilitation counselor and neuroinclusion consultant Charles Kransberger discusses the rise of neuroinclusive workplaces, the business value of neurodistinct talent, and practical steps to build meaningful careers. Charles Kransberger is a credentialed vocational rehabilitation...
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Unlocking 2e Potential: Helping Twice-Exceptional learners Thrive, with Dr. Matt Zakreski | EDB 350
Matthew “Dr. Matt” Zakreski, PsyD shares his experience and advice for helping twice-exceptional children excel. Matthew “Dr. Matt” Zakreski, PsyD is a high energy, creative clinical psychologist and professional speaker who utilizes an eclectic approach to meet the specific needs of his...
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First Place: Independent Living for the Neurodivergent, with Denise D. Resnik | EDB 349
Denise D. Resnik shares how First Place AZ has created a new paradigm for IDD independent living. Denise is the founder and president/CEO of First Place AZ (established in 2012), co-founder of Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center (SARRC, established in 1997), and founder and CEO of DRA...
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Thriving as a Neurodivergent Comedian: a conversation with Darcy Michael | EDB 348
Comedian Darcy Michael discusses his diagnoses for ADHD and autism. For 20 years, Darcy Michael has been a powerhouse in comedy, with a voice unlike any other. Lauded by the Montreal Gazette as one of their favorites at the prestigious Just for Laughs Festival, Darcy has graced its stages over…
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The Neuroinclusive Workplace, with Gillian Forth | EDB 347
ICF certified coach Gillian Forth discusses how to make a workplace neuroinclusive. Gill is a 35 year old white settler, cisgender, neuro queer woman who is married, childfree, and living in the suburbs of Ontario, Canada. Their coaching practice is neuro affirming and inclusive of LGBTQQIP2SA…
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Stand-Up Comedy & ADHD: a conversation with James Mullinger | EDB 346
Comedian James Mullinger discusses ADHD’s effect on his life and performances. James Mullinger was one of the UK’s top comedians and Comedy Editor for GQ magazine when he moved to Canada in February 2014. Since his arrival, he has taken the country by storm. Sold out shows across the country,...
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Drawing Strength: Navigating Maternal Mental Health Through Art, with Chari Pere | EDB 345
CONTENT WARNING: discussion of pregnancy loss Cartoonist Chari Pere discusses how she used art to share her experiences with pregnancy loss. Cartoonist Chari Pere is on a mission to create art that is heartfelt, funny, and relatable–and has most recently done so with her award-winning "Unspoken"...
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Autistic Joy, with Haley Moss | EDB 344
Author, attorney, and self-advocate Haley Moss explains autistic joy, and how to be supportive of it. Haley Moss was diagnosed with autism at age 3. She graduated with her Juris Doctor from the University of Miami School of Law in 2018, and graduated from the University of Florida in 2015 with...
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The College Transition: Advice for Neurodivergent Students, with Eric Endlich | EDB 343
Clinical psychologist, autism self-advocate, and educational consultant Dr. Eric Endlich shares tips for students transition from high school to college. About our guest: Eric Endlich, Ph.D., clinical psychologist and founder of Top College Consultants®, manages a diverse, nationwide team of...
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A Design for Inclusive Living, with Alex Norman | EDB 342
Host Bea Moise continues her chat with author and accessibility expert Alex Norman. Alex Norman is the founder and CEO of Access Built, a leading agency helping organizations reimagine environments to be more inclusive. As the author of Boundless: Real Stories and Practical Strategies for…
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What Is Universal Design? with Alex Norman | EDB 341
Access Built CEO Alex Norman shares the tenants of universal design, his journey to achieve inclusive living. Alex Norman is the founder and CEO of Access Built, a leading agency helping organizations reimagine environments to be more inclusive. As the author of Boundless: Real Stories and...
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Improv & ADHD: Success Thru Improvisational Thinking, with Adam Sietz | EDB 340
Actor, voice-over artist, author, and self-advocate Adam Lee Sietz shares how improv comedy helped him navigate ADHD. Adam Sietz has spent more than a quarter century writing, producing and performing in the Entertainment Business. He has written and performed with the National Lampoon, and…
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Understanding Emotional Regulation, with Terri Duncan | EDB 339
Expert and author Terri Duncan explains the importance of emotional regulation, and offers was to support those with emotional disregulation. Terri Duncan is a Speech Language Pathologist and has worked with Autistic children and a broad range of developmental delays. She is also author of the…
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EDB 338 Tim Ulmer
Self-advocate Tim Ulmer shares his journey with epilepsy, and talks about his show Epilepsy Gangster. Tim Ulmer is an epilepsy self-advocate, and author, and the creator and producer of Epilepsy Gangster. Tim also facilitates the prominent support group that he started over a decade ago. He's…
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Understanding FASD: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders, with Rebecca Tillou | EDB 337
Self-advocate and author Rebecca Tillou shares the realities of life with FASD, and her journey towards getting a diagnosis at age 33. Rebecca Tillou is a self-advocate of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, which is under the umbrella Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders. Since being diagnosed at the age of 33,...
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Neurodiversity and Trauma, with Megan MacKay | EDB 336
Autism self-advocate and therapist Megan MacKay discusses her work helping those experiencing PTSD and CPTSD. Megan MacKay works as an addiction and trauma psychotherapist. She is a CSAT, LCPC and LPC in the states of Arizona and Montana. Megan is also a Clinical Mental Health Consultant at…
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EDB 335 Megan MacKay pt1
Autism self-advocate and therapist Megan MacKay discusses her role with Job Corps, and how it can help the neurodivergent population. Megan MacKay works as an addiction and trauma psychotherapist. She is a CSAT, LCPC and LPC in the states of Arizona and Montana. Megan is also a Clinical Mental...
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2024 In Review: Supporting Neurodiversity | EDB 334
In the second part of our review of 2024, we hear from some of the people making a difference for the neurodiversity community including Dr. Jennie Trocchio, Cheryl Checkers, Aisha McDonald & more! AISHA MCDONALD – full interview pt 1...
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2024 In Review: The Self-Advocates | EDB 333
In the first part of our review of 2024, we hear from some of the neurodivergent self-advocates that have appeared on the show, including Shawn Smith, Ali Idriss, Diane Gould & more! ALI IDRISS – full interview: https://differentbrains.org/adhd-in-the-er-with-ali-idriss-edb-316/ | for more about...
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Neurodivergent Burnout, with Shawn Smith | EDB 332
Canadian ADHD & autism self-advocate and therapist Shawn Smith shares his experiences battling burnout, and offers tips on how ot overcome it. Shawn Smith M.Ed., CCC, LCT is an autistic and ADHD Counsellor and psychotherapist, and the founder of Don’t dis-my-ability® Consultation Services Inc....
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Navigating PDA: Demand Avoidance, Autism & Neurodiversity, with Diane Gould | EDB 331
PDA expert and autism self-advocate Diane Gould, LCSW discusses Pervasive Demand Avoidance (previously known as Pathological Demand Avoidance). Diane is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker that specializes in serving autistic individuals. As the Executive Director and Founder of PDA North America,...
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Section 504: Understanding the Law Being School Accommodations, with Linda Silver | EDB 330
Linda J. Silver, M.S., Ed.S. discusses Section 504 of the U.S. Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and her career ensuring appropriate accommodations for students. Linda J. Silver, M.S., Ed.S. is the Executive Director and Founder of Silver & Associates Educational Consulting Solutions. She is an expert…
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Suicide Prevention & Mental Health, with Aisha T. McDonald, LMHC | EDB 329
Certified Trauma and Resiliency Expert Aisha T. McDonald, LMHC returned to discuss her work as a Suicidologist. and the importance of inclusive mental health. Aisha T. McDonald, LMHC is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Trauma and Resiliency Expert. She has worked in the social...
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Recognizing Intersectional Trauma, with Aisha T. McDonald, LMHC | EDB 328
Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Trauma and Resiliency Expert Aisha T. McDonald, LMHC explains why trauma should be looked at through an intersectional lens. Aisha T. McDonald, LMHC is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Trauma and Resiliency Expert. She has worked in…
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Autism & Self-Acceptance, with Sam Farmer | EDB 327
Autism self-advocate, author, and speaker Sam Farmer discusses replacing internalized ableism with self-acceptance. Sam Farmer is an information technology consultant, neurodiversity community self-advocate, writer, author and public speaker. Identified later in life as autistic, he writes...
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Training Doctors in Neurodivergent Healthcare, with Dr. Craig Escudé | EDB 326
Dr. Craig Escudé discusses the importance of training doctors to care for the IDD and neurodivergent communities. Dr. Craig Escudé is a board-certified Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians and the American Academy of Developmental Medicine with over 20 years of clinical experience...
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Mental Health on the Autism Spectrum, with Cheryl Checkers & Dr Christopher Kye | EDB 325
Cheryl Checkers and Dr. Christopher Kye shares their experience working with autistic patients experiencing mental health challenges. Cheryl Checkers is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, National Board-Certified Counselor, and Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist who…
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Understanding Epilepsy, with Anna Diaz & Luis Martinez of Epilepsy Alliance Florida | EDB 324
Epilepsy Alliance Florida’s Anna Diaz & Luis Martinez share facts about seizure disorders, and how the Alliance is working to increase awareness and support. Anna Diaz is a Social Service Aide for the Epilepsy Alliance Florida (EAF), and is herself an epilepsy self-advocate. Luis Martinez is a...
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9Muses: Supporting Mental Health Through Art & Peer Support, with Nicole Storrs | EDB 323
9Muses Art Center’s Nicole Storrs shares how their drop-in center is helping people with mental health challenges. 9Muses Art Center is a drop-in center located in Fort Lauderdale, FL. They are a program of Mental Health America of Southeast Florida providing free peer-driven behavioral health...
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NAMI: Empowering People Living With Mental Illness, featuring Katherine Murphy | EDB 322
Katherine Murphy, CEO of NAMI Palm Beach County, share how the alliance is helping people with mental health challenges in South Florida and throughout the nation. NAMI Palm Beach County is an affiliate of NAMI - THE national Alliance on Mental Illness. From their website: “NAMI PBC is an...
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Fusion Academy: Success Through One-On-One Education, with Tainah Georges | EDB 321
Fusion Academy’s Tainah Georges explains how they use a one-student-to-one-teacher model that allows students to achieve academically. Fusion describes itself as: “the world's most personalized middle and high school, with 1-to-1 classes that match your student's pace and preferences, so they can...
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How Therapy Animals Help, with the Canine Assisted Therapy team | EDB 320
Canine Assisted Therapy’s Courtney Trzcinski, Laura Rogers, and Gracie share what therapy animals do, and how they positively impact those with social and health challenges. Canine Assisted Therapy, Inc. is a pet therapy organization located in Broward County, Florida. Their mission is to improve...
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Project S.A.L.T.: Creating Self-Advocate Leaders with Shelly Baer & Jairo Arana | EDB 319
University of Miami’s Shelly Baer & Jairo Arana discuss their Self-Advocate Leadership Training (SALT) program. Shelly Baer is a licensed clinical social worker, disability self-advocate, and the director of leadership training initiatives at the University of Miami School of Medicine’s Mailman...
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Neurodiversity Self-Advocate Spotlight: Zachary Tovin's Autism Journey | EDB 318
Zachary Tovin shares his perspective on being an autism self-advocate. Zach is on the Autism Spectrum and grew up in South Florida. After high school, he attended the Horizons School in Birmingham, Alabama, where he studied and honed the skills he would need to live and work independently. In…
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CAI: Harnessing Neurodiverse Talent, with Anthony Pacilio | EDB 317
Anthony Pacilio of CAI shares of they are helping organizations realize the benefits of neurodiversity. Anthony Pacilio, is recognized domestically and internationally, as an expert in neurodiverse employment and currently serves as Vice President of CAI Neurodiverse Solutions. Pacilio…
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ADHD in the ER, with Ali Idriss | EDB 316
Self-advocate & EMT Ali Idriss discusses how his ADHD traits help him navigate his work in emergency rooms, and offers advice for dealing with a trip to the ER. Ali Idriss is a Different Brains team member and ADHD self-advocate. He aspires to share his journey and help others with the tools that...
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Autism & Developmental Therapy, with Dr. Jennie Trocchio | EDB 315
Dr. Jennie Trocchio shares how developmental therapy can help autistic individuals, and how it differs from behavioral methods. Dr. Jennie Trocchio is an autism educator, speaker, Developmental Therapist, and Vice President of Clinical Operations at Positive Development. Positive Development’s...
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2023 In Review: Neurodiversity Change-Makers | EDB 314
In the second part of our review of 2023, we hear from some of the neurodiversity change-makers that have appeared on the show. Featured are: DR. MICHAEL ALESSANDRI - full interview: https://differentbrains.org/working-together-for-the-autism-community-with-dr-michael-alessandri-edb-290/ | learn...
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2023 In Review: The Self-Advocates | EDB 313
In the first part of our review of 2023, we hear from the neurodivergent self-advocates that have appeared on the show. Featured are: JR HARDING - full interview: https://differentbrains.org/pioneering-workplace-inclusion-with-dr-jr-harding-edb-297/ | learn more about their work at:...
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Living with Inattentive ADHD, with Cynthia Hammer | EDB 312
Cynthia Hammer, self-advocate & founder of the Inattentive ADHD Coalition, shares her experiences with the disorder, and how it can differ from other types of ADHD. Cynthia Hammer is the Founder and Executive Director of the Inattentive ADHD Coalition, and author of the book She earned her…
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Individualized Learning for the Neurodivergent, with Christina Sullivan | EDB 311
Evolve Learning Community’s Christina Sullivan discusses how the micro-school gives unique support to students that have struggled in traditional classrooms. Christina Sullivan is Co-Founder and Clinical Director of Evolve Learning Community (ELC), and provides individual therapy, coaching,...
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Navigating Mental Health Challenges, with Gabriela Guardarrama | EDB 310
Mental Health counselor Gabriela Guardarrama shares her personal experiences dealing with bipolar disorder. Gaby is an an Outpatient Mental Health Therapist in the South Florida area. She was diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder Type 1 at age 19, and is dedicated to helping others deal with their…
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Activate Your ADHD Potential, with Brooke Schnittman MA, PCC, BCC | EDB 309
ADHD Coach & self-advocate Brooke Schnittman MA, PCC, BCC returns to discuss helping people overcome ADHD related challenges. Brooke Schnittman MA, PCC, BCC is an esteemed expert in the field of ADHD management and support, renowned for her unwavering dedication to empowering individuals with…
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"I'm Dying To Tell You" with Dr. Mark Goulston | EDB 308
Author & psychiatrist Dr. Mark Goulston shares the peace and wisdom he has found while facing cancer. Originally a UCLA professor of psychiatry for over 25 years, and a former FBI and police hostage negotiation trainer, Dr. Mark Goulston’s expertise has been forged and proven in the crucible of...
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Rethinking Education: Making School Work for Every Brain, with Joseph Lento | EDB 307
Educator & musician Joseph Lento discusses how he thinks the education system can better serve neurodiverse students. Joseph Lento is an educator and a Conservatory-trained professional Musician. He is licensed by NYS as a Teacher of Orchestral Music and School District Administration and began…
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Autism Advocacy & Siblings, with Hayley and Matthew Leach | EDB 306
Miss Missouri 2023 Hayley Leach and self-advocate Matthew Leach discuss being siblings working together to advocate for the autism community. Hayley Leach is a 25 year-old law student at Washington University in St. Louis and was recently crowned Miss Missouri 2023. During her year of service,...
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Atlas Primer: Making Education Accessible, with Hinrik Jósafat Atlason | EDB 305
Atlas Primer CEO and founder Hinrik Jósafat Atlason shares how the learning assistant app can make education more accessible for neurodivergent learners. Atlas primer is a learning assistant app that creates a “personal learning environment” for it’s users. Atlas Primer was founded on the vision…
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Neurodiversity in S.T.E.M. Education, with the TERC Team | EDB 304
Team members from TERC share the organization’s innovative work for improving S.T.E.M. education, and making it more inclusive for neurodivergent learners. TERC team members featured are: Dr. Jodi Asbell-Clarke is an educational researcher focusing on game-based learning, computational thinking,...
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The Autism Theater Project: Creating Inclusion on the Stage & Screen | EDB 303
Members of the Autism Theater Project share how they are working to change the perception of neurodiversity through performing. The Autism Theater Project is a a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering the autism community. We express the voice of the autism community through theatrical...
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Making Democracy Accessible, with Travis Misurell | EDB 302
Autism self-advocate Travis Misurell shares how the Future Is Now Coalition is working to make the democratic process more accessible. From the FiNC website: “They say those who don't conform to society create the most significant changes to the world. FiNC founder Travis Misurell, a…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS is a weekly interview show hosted by neurodiversity advocate Harold "Hackie" Reitman, MD., and presented by DifferentBrains.com. Join us as we speak with some of the most interesting people involved in autism, Asperger's, dyslexia, ADHD, OCD, down syndrome, and any condition that can be considered "neurodiverse." From doctors to judges, teachers to caregivers, scientists to advocates, parents to kids, neurodiverse to neurotypical, we want to tell any story that can offer insight into the difference in our brains.
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www.DifferentBrains.com
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