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Moms Talk Autism Podcast — 269 episodes

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1

Answering Your Qs : Jealousy

2

When Behavior Is Communication: Understanding Apraxia, Motor Planning, and Connection w/ Erin Clarelli

3

Answering Your Questions About Friendship & Therapy

4

The Power of Self-Regulation in Parenting w/ Sara Intonato

5

Moms Talk: Autism Parenting - Picky Eaters, Sensory Quirks & Pure Chaos

6

Navigating the Autism Journey: A Community Perspective with Julie Hillyard

7

Moms Talk: Identifying the Victim Mentality

8

Navigating Autism: Insights from a Neuropsychologist

9

Setting Boundaries as an Autism Mom (Without the Guilt)

10

The Refrigerator Moms: Real Talk on Autism Parenting

11

Moms Talk: Autism Levels

12

Trust Your Gut: Parenting Neurodivergent Teens w/ Jessica Shaw

13

Navigating Autism Treatment: A Parent's Guide w/ Jonathan Alderson

14

Moms Talk: Spring Break Updates, Divorce & Inclusive Birthday Ideas

15

Navigating Autism: Acceptance vs. Treatment w/ Jonathan Alderson

16

Grab Bag: First Words, Sick Days & Diagnosis Grief

17

Instant Sisterhood: Why Community Matters for Autism Moms | We are Brave Together

18

Life Updates, IEPs & Temple Grandin Insights

19

Creating Jobs for Autism: The Rising Tide Car Wash Story

20

Moms Talk: Dreams, Zoo Stories, and & Parenting Realities

21

From Silence to Expression: A Mother’s Autism Journey

22

Autism Parenting and Inclusion: Why Inclusion Isn’t Always Belonging

23

Grandparenting Looks Different When Autism is Part of the Story

24

Disrupting the Overwhelm Cycle (When You’re Parenting Neurodivergent Kids)

25

Diagnosis and Advocacy in the UK w/ Greer Jones

26

Book Club, Burnout, and L.A. Gear Shoes: A 2026 Check-In

27

Beyond the Birds & Bees: Sex Ed for Neurodivergent Children w/ Amy Lang

28

Motherhood and Autism: Real Talk on Parenting, Burnout, and Balance

29

Creating Real Work Opportunities for Neurodiverse Adults

30

What We’re Bringing Into 2026 (and What We’re Leaving Behind)

31

BONUS: Building Real Community for Moms of Neurodivergent Kids w/ Mothers Together

32

Moms Talk Autism 2025 Recap: What We Learned, Loved, and Survived

33

Moms Talk Moms: Zombie Plans, Sandwich Fights & Mom Humor

34

Raising an Autistic Child in the Afghan-American Community - Medina’s Story

35

The One Constant: It Changes — Navigating Autism Into Adulthood w/ Daniella Mini

36

Autism-Friendly Kids Gift Guide 2025

37

What We’re Weirdly Grateful For as Autism Moms

38

Autism and Service Dogs: How Canine Companions Change Lives

39

Rita Miceli’s Autism Journey: Finding Hope in the Hard Days

40

I Didn’t Sign Up for This: Honest Conversations About Autism Parenting w/ Daryl Potter

41

Halloween and Holidays with Autism: Managing Expectations & Finding Joy

42

Parenting Neurodiverse Kids: Building Community and Coping Skills with Dr. Daniela Owen & Jake Loupe

43

Post-Galveston Catch-Up - Life, Laughter, and Autism Mom Real Talk

44

Bringing the Spotlight to Every Artist - Inclusion Through Art with Melissa Smith

45

JJ’s Story - A Teacher’s Journey Through Parenting and Autism

46

A New Chapter for Justin - Growing, Thriving, and Letting Go

47

The Autism Tax - The Emotional and Financial Costs No One Talks About

48

Autism Research and Brain Donation - A Conversation with Dr. David Amaral

49

Building Your Autism Community - Finding Connection with Inga Krevatas

50

Answering the ‘How Are You?’ Question - The Honest Truth for Autism Parents

51

Embracing Autism - A Conversation with Lia McCabe

52

Ending the Chase for ‘Normal’ — Redefining What Autism Parenting Looks Like

53

Navigating the Autism Journey - Real-Life Insights from Mom and Advocate Nicole Studt

54

Autism, ADHD & Diagnosis Down Under - A Global Perspective with Allison Bolson

55

Almost-Teens, Fully Exhausted - Parenting Autistic Tweens Without Losing Yourself

56

Guiding Bright Minds - Supporting Neurodivergent Kids with Tiffany Feingold

57

SocialWiseVR - Helping Autistic Kids Build Social Confidence in a Virtual World

58

Moms Talk Moms - Laughter, Friendship, and a Little Chaos

59

Different Thinkers - Autism, Research, and Acceptance with Drs. Fredrikson & Rothman

60

Coaching for the Caregiver - Finding Support and Self-Compassion with Eloise Zareian

61

Moms Talk Puberty Prep - Navigating Puberty with Autistic Kids

62

Special Needs Life Coach and Mom, Kara Ryska

63

Stem Cell Therapy with Dr. Eric Weiss

64

Moms Talk Imposter Syndrome

65

Fitness and Autism with Eric Chessen

66

Brittney's Existential Crisis

67

Autism and Travel w/ Becky Large of Champion Autism Network

68

Functional Neurology Pt 2 w/ Dr. Brandon Crawford

69

Rapid Fire Q&A w/ Ashley Lewis

70

Autism & Sibling Relationships w/ Ashley Lewis

71

Mental Health w/ Dr. Arielle Rubin

72

Kicking CASK with Rachel Alves

73

Grab Bag #12

74

Talking with Jeffe Boats, Autistic Author and Father

75

Mental Health w/ Nicholas & Stephen Pt 2

76

Mental Health w/ Nicholas & Stephen Pt 1

77

Moving Day w/ Jean & Shannon

78

Megan Champion with Mothers Together

79

Jean's Winter Break Catch Up

80

On the Spectrum with Nicholas & Stephen

81

Moms Talk Winter Break

82

Allowing Struggle: The Loving Push

83

Neurodivergent Water Safety with Dayna Harvey

84

Functional Neurology and Autism with Dr. Brandon Crawford

85

2025 Forecast: Moms Look Ahead

86

RE-Launch: Having Another Child After Diagnosis

87

RE-Launch: Gestalt Language Processing with @BohoSpeechie!

88

2024 Recap with the Moms!

89

RE-Launch: We Wish We Would Have Known

90

Brittney's Experience with Establishing Conservatorship

91

Moms Talk Moms #8

92

Books for Siblings w/ author Amy McCoy

93

I'm That Mom...

94

Community Story: Stephanie Debnath

95

Moms Talk Moms #7

96

Divorce and Disability w/ Lisa Zeiderman

97

Chaos Catch Up: Moms Talk Everything

98

Harry Psaros: A dad's fight for acceptance

99

RE-Launch: Can Grief & Joy Co-Exist?

100

Stacie Sherman: Career Journalist & Working Mom

101

RE-Launch: Adapting & Grief

102

Why Title IX? w/ Kristina Supler & Susan Stone

103

RE-Launch: Acceptance & Grief

104

"Doing Great" with Emily O'Laughlin

105

RE-Launch: Depression & Grief

106

Spellers with Dawnmarie Gaivin & Dr. Dana Johnson

107

RE-Launch : Bargaining & Grief

108

Parenting Neurotypical Siblings w/ Amanda Owen

109

RE-Launch: Anger & Grief

110

Community Story: Sonya Bell

111

RE-Launch: Denial & Grief

112

Relocating for Services w/ Joni Brown

113

Podcast Recommendation: In It- "Advocating for your Special Ed Child"

114

We are Brave Together w/ Jessica Patay

115

Moms Talk: Holiday & Special Occasion Prep

116

Making the "Nevers" Possible w/ Meg Raby

117

Grab Bag #11

118

Discussing the Diagnosis with our Child w/ Drs. Katia Fredriksen & Yael Rothman

119

Moms Talk Moms #6: Summer Edition

120

For the Love of the Game: Michael Gold w/ Future Fans

121

IEP Refresh w/ Lisa Baskin Wright

122

Cultivating Hope w/ Jan Stewart

123

BONUS: Shannon and Brittney Talk Failing Motherhood

124

Failing Motherhood w/ Danielle Bettmann

125

Moms Talk the Mental Load: Part 2

126

Dyslexia & Learning in 3D w/ Jess Arce

127

Moms Talk the Mental Load: Part 1

128

Weathering the Storms w/ Britta Merwin, Fox Weather Meteorologist

129

The Moms Summer Check In!

130

Entertainment for ALL kids w/ Jerry Kolber

131

You May Also Like: Who Smarted? The Funniest Podcast for KIDS!

132

Traveling the Spectrum w/ Stuart Butler & Peter Prokop

133

Disability ComicCon w/ Dr Alisa Elliot

134

You Have No Idea w/ Beth James Burns

135

Grab Bag #11 w/ Tash & Shannon

136

Don't Sing Happy Birthday with Joni Brown

137

SOS: Asking for Help (Pt 3 with Britt & Jean)

138

Finding Confidence as a Parent with Peggy Heinkel-Wolfe and Shahla Ala’i-Rosales

139

SOS: Asking for Help (Pt 2 with Britt & Shannon)

140

#PeriodProblems w/ Ashley Lewis

141

SOS: Asking for Help (Pt 1 with Britt & Tash)

142

Modern Mom Probs w/ Tara Clark!

143

Moms Talk Moms #5

144

Jonathan Alderson Pt. 3: Consequences and our Kids

145

Merry Go Round: Sleep

146

Learning to Speak Up with Katie Gallardo

147

Mindful Voices: A One-Stop Shop for Therapy?!

148

Tough Times w/ Britt & Shannon

149

Jonathan Alderson Pt. 2 : Receptivity & Communicating With Our Kids

150

Jonathan Alderson Pt. 1: Why All Therapy May Not Work for All Kids

151

The Moms' Current Fav Book w/ author Kelley Coleman

152

Feeding our Kids: The Feeding Assessment Tool w/ Elizabeth Klein, BCBA, LBA, M.Ed.

153

School Based Speech Therapy w/ Sarah Anzalone, SLP

154

Grab Bag #10

155

Mean Jean the Legislative Machine

156

Sister, Advocate, and Psychologist : Dr. Taylor Day

157

School Based Occupational Therapy w/ Sharon Peddie, OT

158

HomeSchooling: A Discussion with Manisha Snoyer

159

Siblings: A Lifetime Dedication w/ Mollie Garre and Maya LaBate

160

2024 Vision

161

2023 Year In Review

162

Keeping our Kids Safe at Home w/ Jay Korza

163

Breaking Barriers: Diagnosis to IronMan Athlete

164

"Are You Sure?" : Colleen Johnson's Story

165

Suicide and the Signs: AnneMoss Rogers' Story

166

Adulting with Mama Fry

167

Grab Bag #9

168

Raising My Son Before Services: Monica Meyers Part 2

169

Raising My Son Before Services: Monica Meyers Part 1

170

We Holiday OUR Way!

171

Talking Our Kids: Back To School Updates

172

Employing Autistic Adults w/ Eileen Youngberg

173

The Importance of Peer-to-Peer Support

174

How to Achieve Inclusive Education w/ Bre Gastaldi (Part 2)

175

What Inclusive Education REALLY Is w/ Bre Gastaldi (Part 1)

176

Creating Your Community with Sarah Watkins from AUsomesauce

177

Talking Tics

178

Moms Talk Moms #4

179

Can Grief and Joy Coexist?

180

Coming Together In Camas

181

Grab Bag #8

182

How Distrust Can Affect the Way You Advocate

183

Adaptive Diving : Discover Diveheart w/ Jim Elliot and Tinamarie Hernandez

184

Finding the Right Caregiver with Dr. Alisa Elliot

185

Mom Guilt 2.0

186

Halfway There : A Summer Break Update

187

Let's Get Physical : Movement & Our Kids

188

The Different Parenting Styles

189

Participating in Therapy While Allowing Our Kids to be Their Authentic Selves with Dr. Kristin Wegner

190

Grab Bag #7

191

Life with my Boys, One Autistic and the other Deaf : Jen Haase's Story

192

Slipping & Sliding Into Summer: Handling the Transition

193

They Said It Would Get Easier...

194

Profound Autism : A Day With Austin

195

Moms Talk Moms #3

196

Living Apart From My Son: Emely Zavala's Story

197

Medical Insurance with Chris Olmanson of Beaming Health

198

Gestalt Language Processing with @BohoSpeechie!

199

We Wish We Would Have Known...

200

Moms Talk Moms #2

201

Rage Against the Machine: Navigating Insurance

202

Grab Bag #6

203

Connecting and Joining with your Child

204

Moms Talk Moms

205

KultureCity, The Super Bowl, and Tash

206

Interview with author Meg Raby

207

Kulture City Interview with Renae Ingles

208

Our Experience With Specialists

209

Regression vs. Refusal

210

Grab Bag #5

211

The Care Map: What I Wish My Teacher Knew

212

2023 Focus with Moms Talk Autism

213

2022: Year in Review

214

Best Practices with guest Lisa Baskin Wright, IEP and Special Education Coach

215

Sorting Through Misinformation: How to Decide

216

Marriage and Autism

217

Finding Faith and Perspective with Tash and Brittney

218

Grab Bag #4

219

Dynamics of First Responders Families

220

Additional Diagnoses and Testing

221

Separation Anxiety

222

Holiday Expectations

223

Grab Bag #3

224

All About Halloween

225

ADHD with Beth Gardner

226

Caring for an Autistic Adult with Tami Mayne

227

Grab Bag #2

228

Future Planning with Jeffrey Stephens, Partner at GVM Law, LLP

229

The Mindset Around Grief: A Wheel of Adaptation

230

Acceptance and Grief: Learning to Move Forward

231

Depression and Grief: Allowing yourself to feel

232

Bargaining and Grief: Let's Make a Deal...

233

Anger and Grief: It's a Mad, Mad World!

234

Denial & Grief: When you're too scared to face your child's diagnosis

235

Back to School Transitions

236

The Comparison Trap

237

Special Education and Advocacy with Catherine Michael

238

Trusting Others with our Children with Doug Crabtree

239

Living Abroad and Fragile X Syndrome with Charley Qaqa

240

Will I Ever Sleep Again?

241

Autism and the Teen Years with Jane Merrill

242

All About Siblings

243

Excluding Our Neurodivergent Children

244

Brittney's Story

245

Traveling and New Environments

246

Tash's Story

247

Grab Bag

248

Shannon's Story

249

The Medication Question

250

Jean's Story

251

Mom Mental Health

252

Dad Interview #4 with Jay

253

Having Another Child After Diagnosis

254

Dad Interview #3 with Tyler

255

Interview with William Wherli

256

Dad Interview #2 with Doug

257

Where are they now: Updates on the kids

258

Dad Interview #1 with Brad

259

Interview with Tiffany Hammond

260

Autism Acceptance Month Introduction

261

Stimming and Repetitive Behaviors

262

Mom Guilt: Battling the Inner Judge

263

IEP Meeting Crash Course with Lisa Baskin Wright

264

Preparing for Autism Appointments - Tips for Stress-Free Doctor and Therapy Visits

265

Potty Training and Autism - What’s Worked (and What Hasn’t)

266

Family Matters - When Loved Ones Don’t Understand Autism

267

Navigating Friendships with Neurotypical Kids & Families

268

Awkward Conversations - Handling Unsolicited Advice and Uncomfortable Autism Moments

269

Self-Care and Caregiver Burnout - Relearning How to Take Care of Ourselves