Asking Autistics

Contact Warning: Listen without headphones at your own risk. This program will cover topics around intimacy, which may cause difficult conversations if overheard by children... or your boss. Cate Osborn (Catieosaurus) joins us this week to discuss neurodivergent perspectives on intimacy, communication, kink, consent and sexuality, emphasizing the importance of understanding individual needs and boundaries. *******************Follow Asking Autistics, Riki and Lindsey:Cate Osborn:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/101146248790974♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/catieosaurus♦TT - https://www.tiktok.com/@catieosaurus♦YT - https://www.youtube.com/catieosaurus♦The ADHD Field Guide for Adults - https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-ADHD-Field-Guide-for-Adults/Cate-Osborn/9781668053164♦Sorry, I Missed This Podcast - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xoo-x6U5iiAAsking Autistics:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/askingautisticspodcast♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/askingautisticspodcastRiki:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/reberrabonbon♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/reberrabon_bonLindsey:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/brainsandspoons♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/brainsandspoons♦Website - https://www.brainsandspoons.comMedia Inquires: [email protected]

This week, on Asking Autistics, Lindsey and Riki dig into Autism Awareness Month and how labor intensive online advocacy can be. *******************Follow Asking Autistics, Riki and Lindsey:Asking Autistics:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/askingautisticspodcast♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/askingautisticspodcastRiki:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/reberrabonbon♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/reberrabon_bonLindsey:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/brainsandspoons♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/brainsandspoons♦Website - https://www.brainsandspoons.comMedia Inquires: [email protected]

Jaime Roberts, LMFT, returns to Asking Autistics to discuss her new book, "Neurodiversity for Teen Girls." The discussion also covers how changing hormones can affect symptoms of ADHD and Autism. *******************Follow Asking Autistics, Riki, Lindsey and our guest:Jaime Roberts, LMFT♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/people/Neurodivergent-Therapist/100093169156031♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/neurodivergenttherapist♦TT - https://www.tiktok.com/@neurodivergenttherapist♦Web - https://www.neuropebble.com♦Book - https://www.newharbinger.com/9781648486234/neurodiversity-for-teen-girls/Asking Autistics:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/askingautisticspodcast♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/askingautisticspodcastRiki:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/reberrabonbon♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/reberrabon_bonLindsey:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/brainsandspoons♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/brainsandspoons♦Website - https://www.brainsandspoons.comMedia Inquires: [email protected]

Autism rarely travels alone. In this episode, Lindsey and Riki get real about the chronic conditions that often tag along—POTS, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, endometriosis, and more. *******************Follow Asking Autistics, Riki and Lindsey:Asking Autistics:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/askingautisticspodcast♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/askingautisticspodcastRiki:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/reberrabonbon♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/reberrabon_bon/Lindsey:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/brainsandspoons♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/brainsandspoons/♦Website - https://www.brainsandspoons.com/Media Inquires: [email protected]

Eryk returns to Asking Autistics and sensory preferences, practical tips for managing sensory overload, and the importance of finding community who understands. *******************Follow Asking Autistics, Riki and Lindsey and our guest:Eryk:♦Website - ⁠http://www.misfittoys.org⁠♦IG - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/_eryykc♦TT - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@eryykc?_t=8qqT4Xj2Tu6&_r=1⁠♦YT - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@Eryykc⁩  Asking Autistics:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/askingautisticspodcast♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/askingautisticspodcastRiki:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/reberrabonbon♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/reberrabon_bonLindsey:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/brainsandspoons♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/brainsandspoons♦Website - https://www.brainsandspoons.comMedia Inquires: [email protected]

This week on Asking Autistics, we’re diving into a world where storytelling meets leveling up. Author Ben Mann joins us to talk about his new book, Spectralux: Journey to Bastion—a LitRPG novel crafted especially for neurodivergent kids.We explore how blending immersive narratives with game mechanics can do more than just entertain—it can build self-confidence, foster understanding, and help children with ADHD and autism see themselves as the heroes of their own stories. *******************Follow Asking Autistics, Lindsey, Riki, and our guest:Ben Mann:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/BenMannAuthor♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/benmannauthor♦Website - https://www.spectraluxbook.com♦Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Journey-Bastion-Spectralux-Book-1-ebook/dp/B0FP2WGS3GAsking Autistics:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/askingautisticspodcast♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/askingautisticspodcastRiki:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/reberrabonbon♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/reberrabon_bonLindsey:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/brainsandspoons♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/brainsandspoons♦Website - https://www.brainsandspoons.comMedia Inquires: [email protected]

This week on Asking Autistics, Lindsey and Riki discuss feminist and neurodivergent representation in television and movies, exploring problematic tropes, media literacy, and societal impact of media biases and internalized misogyny. *******************Follow Asking Autistics, Riki and Lindsey:Asking Autistics:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/askingautisticspodcast♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/askingautisticspodcastRiki:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/reberrabonbon♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/reberrabon_bon/Lindsey:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/brainsandspoons♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/brainsandspoons/♦Website - https://www.brainsandspoons.com/Media Inquires: [email protected]

This week, on Asking Autistics, we're joined by Alex Hogg, LCSW, who specialized in working with neurodivergent clients. He breaks down the different types of therapies, de-shaming meltdowns, alternative behaviors to prevent self-harm, and more! *******************Follow Asking Autistics, Riki, Lindsey and our Guest:Alex Hogg♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/thatalexhogg♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/thatalexhogg/♦Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@alosaurolophus♦YT -  ⁨https://www.youtube.com/@ThatAlexHoggAsking Autistics:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/askingautisticspodcast♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/askingautisticspodcastRiki:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/reberrabonbon♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/reberrabon_bonLindsey:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/brainsandspoons♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/brainsandspoons♦Website - https://www.brainsandspoons.comMedia Inquires: [email protected]

Disneyland, Sharks, and Corvids, oh my! This week on Asking Autistics, join Lindsey and Riki as they explain what an autistic special interest is and dive into some of their own special interests. *******************Follow Asking Autistics, Riki and Lindsey:Asking Autistics:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/askingautisticspodcast♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/askingautisticspodcastRiki:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/reberrabonbon♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/reberrabon_bonLindsey:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/brainsandspoons♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/brainsandspoons♦Website - https://www.brainsandspoons.comMedia Inquires: [email protected]

In this episode of Asking Autistics, Riki interviews actress Lillian Carrier, who offers an in-depth exploration of the film Horsegirls and the character she plays, Margarita, an autistic woman navigating the complexities of adult life. They examine the film's portrayal of autistic experience, particularly its attention to the intricacies of familial relationships, the pressures of societal expectation, and the vital role of community and support systems. They consider what it means to tell autistic stories with authenticity, addressing both the progress made and the barriers that persist for disabled actors within the film industry. They also reflect on the evolution of autism representation in media, the importance of embracing femininity on one's own terms, and the quiet power of self-acceptance. *******************Follow Asking Autistics, Riki, Lindsey, and our guest:Lillian Carrier:♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/LillianCarrier♦X - https://x.com/lilliancarrier0Horsegirls♦Horsegirls - https://sumerian.com/pictures/movies/horsegirls/♦Autism Sensitivity Coordinator: Chloe Estelle - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/chloeestelleinyellow♦Producer: Alex Plank - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/alexplank♦Singer (Margarita’s Theme Song): Zelma Stone - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/zelmastonemusicAsking Autistics:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/askingautisticspodcast♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/askingautisticspodcastRiki:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/reberrabonbon♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/reberrabon_bon/Lindsey:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/brainsandspoons♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/brainsandspoons/♦Website - https://www.brainsandspoons.com/Media Inquires: [email protected]

This week on Asking Autistics, Lindsey and Riki explore the power of self-accommodations for neurodivergent people, digging into practical strategies for meeting personal needs, the pros and cons of AI as a tool, and why community matters. *******************Follow Asking Autistics, Riki and Lindsey:Asking Autistics:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/askingautisticspodcast♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/askingautisticspodcastRiki:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/reberrabonbon♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/reberrabon_bon/Lindsey:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/brainsandspoons♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/brainsandspoons/♦Website - https://www.brainsandspoons.com/Media Inquires: [email protected]

DEI should be considered for more than just the hiring process. Author and content creator Lyric Rivera discusses their book "Workplace Neurodivergent Rising" where they cover how they assist companies set up workplaces that work for all neurotypes. *******************Follow our Guest, Asking Autistics, Riki and Lindsey:Lyric Rivera:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/neurodivergentrebel♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/neurodivergentrebel♦YT - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdaQVw-dxYuZb2GXHL7LSjA/♦Substack - https://neurodivergentrebel.substack.com/♦Website - https://neurodivergentrebel.com/♦Workplace Neurodivergent Rising - https://books2read.com/NeuroDiversity-RisingAsking Autistics:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/askingautisticspodcast♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/askingautisticspodcastRiki:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/reberrabonbon♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/reberrabon_bon/Lindsey:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/brainsandspoons♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/brainsandspoons/♦Website - https://www.brainsandspoons.com/Media Inquires: [email protected]

In this week's episode, we pull back the curtain on what it’s really like to be an autistic woman. We talk about why so many of us are missed or misdiagnosed (the “lost girls”), and how bullying, media stereotypes, and sexism shape our lives. We get personal about the exhaustion of masking, the need for social safe words, and why self-care is survival.We also push back against the fetishization of autistic traits and a system that often fails us. This is a raw conversation about finding our voices, our community, and a path to acceptance on our own terms.*******************Follow Asking Autistics, Riki and Lindsey:Asking Autistics:FB - https://www.facebook.com/askingautisticspodcastIG - https://www.instagram.com/askingautisticspodcastRiki:FB - https://www.facebook.com/reberrabonbonIG - https://www.instagram.com/reberrabon_bon/Lindsey:FB - https://www.facebook.com/brainsandspoonsIG - https://www.instagram.com/brainsandspoonsWebsite - https://www.brainsandspoons.com/Media Inquires: [email protected]

What does it mean to be multiply disabled? How does that affect autism, doctors visits and the rest? Join Riki and Lindsey as they share personal stories and explore pain management, neurodivergence, and better advocacy for the future of healthcare!*******************Follow Asking Autistics, Riki and Lindsey:Asking Autistics:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/askingautisticspodcast♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/askingautisticspodcastRiki:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/reberrabonbon♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/reberrabon_bon/Lindsey:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/brainsandspoons♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/brainsandspoons/♦Website - https://www.brainsandspoons.com/Media Inquires: [email protected]

Ever wonder how autistic special interests can take a wild turn? In the season finale of Asking Autistics, Lindsey and Riki explore obsession, Victorian-era bird mania, and the shocking heist by autistic fly fisherman Edwin Rist—who stole priceless bird specimens for his craft. Was it passion or crime? Dive into this bizarre true story from 'The Feather Thief'. Tell us in the comments what your special interest is!*******************Follow Asking Autistics, Riki and Lindsey:Asking Autistics:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/askingautisticspodcast♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/askingautisticspodcastRiki:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/reberrabonbon♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/reberrabon_bon/Lindsey:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/brainsandspoons♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/brainsandspoons/♦Website - https://www.brainsandspoons.com/Media Inquires: [email protected]

This week on Asking Autistics, Lindsey and Eryk have a powerful conversation on self-discovery, neurodiversity, and the strength of community - from sensory overload to late diagnosis, and how systems, routines, and creative expression help him thrive. He discusses communication struggles, burnout coping strategies, and why supportive partners are key. What’s one habit or system that helps YOU navigate life’s challenges? Drop your tips in the comments!*******************Follow Asking Autistics, Riki, Lindsey and our guest:Asking Autistics:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/askingautisticspodcast♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/askingautisticspodcastEryk:♦Website - http://www.misfittoys.org♦IG - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/_eryykc/♦TT - ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@eryykc?_t=8qqT4Xj2Tu6&_r=1♦YT - ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@eryykcRiki:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/reberrabonbon♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/reberrabon_bon/Lindsey:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/brainsandspoons♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/brainsandspoons/♦Website - https://www.brainsandspoons.com/Media Inquires: [email protected]

This week on Asking Autistics, Lindsey and Riki explore the representation of autistic coded characters in media, discussing various shows and their impact on societal perceptions of autism. They delve into the nuances of coding, the importance of authentic representation, and the challenges faced by autistic individuals in relationships. They highlight the need for diverse narratives and the role of media in shaping public understanding of autism, while also critiquing problematic portrayals and advocating for more accurate and inclusive representations. Who is your favorite autistic-coded character? Let us know in the comments!*******************Follow Asking Autistics, Riki and Lindsey:Asking Autistics:♦Facebook♦InstagramRiki:♦Facebook♦InstagramLindsey:♦Facebook ♦Instragram♦Brainsandspoons.comMedia Inquires: [email protected]

On this episode of Asking Autistics, RFK Jr.’s controversial autism comments spark fire! Host Lindsey Bee and guest Jocelyn (AuDHD Advocate) break down the harmful rhetoric, unpack autism’s spectrum, and confront the dark history of diagnoses. They tackle infighting in the community, why police interactions turn deadly for autistic individuals, and the urgent push for systemic change. Plus: why language is important - and why autistic lives matter, full stop.*******************Follow Asking Autistics, Riki, Lindsey, and our Guest:Jocelyn:♦IG - https://instagram.com/audhd_academic♦BS - https://bsky.app/profile/audhd-academic.bsky.social♦TT - https://tiktok.com/@audhdacademicAsking Autistics:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/askingautisticspodcast♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/askingautisticspodcastRiki:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/reberrabonbon♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/reberrabon_bon/Lindsey:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/brainsandspoons♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/brainsandspoons/♦Website - https://www.brainsandspoons.com/Media Inquires: [email protected]

In this episode of Asking Autistics, Lindsey and Riki talk about the show 'Love on the Spectrum' and how media keeps missing the mark on autistic representation. We call out infantilization, demand more diversity in our stories, and push for accountability—because we’re not stereotypes, we’re people. We also compare disability representation on Survivor and Born This Way. Reality TV shows need to keep moving forward and flip the script.*******************Follow Asking Autistics, Riki and Lindsey:Asking Autistics:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/askingautisticspodcast♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/askingautisticspodcastRiki:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/reberrabonbon♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/reberrabon_bon/Lindsey:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/brainsandspoons♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/brainsandspoons/♦Website - https://www.brainsandspoons.com/Media Inquires: [email protected]

This week on Asking Autistics, Lindsey and Riki talk with Jamie Roberts, LFMT, and dig into the importance of accessibility of assessments for adults, sensory struggles, and why ADHD and autism love to team up. We’re talking meltdowns, martial arts (yes, it’s a secret weapon), and why representation in media freaking matters.*******************Follow Asking Autistics, Jamie, Riki, and Lindsey:Asking Autistics:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/askingautisticspodcast♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/askingautisticspodcastJamie:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/people/Neurodivergent-Therapist/100093169156031/♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/neurodivergenttherapist/?hl=en♦TT - https://www.tiktok.com/@neurodivergenttherapist♦Web - https://www.neuropebble.com/Riki:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/reberrabonbon♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/reberrabon_bon/Lindsey:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/brainsandspoons♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/brainsandspoons/♦Web - https://www.brainsandspoons.com/Media Inquires: [email protected]

This week on Asking Autistics Riki and Lindsey talk stimming, meltdowns, and special interests. But - there is hope in self-accommodations and support systems! Want to share your self-accommodations? Or have questions you want us to answer? Be sure to share in the comments down below!*******************Follow Asking Autistics, Riki and Lindsey:Asking Autistics:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/askingautisticspodcast♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/askingautisticspodcastRiki:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/reberrabonbon♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/reberrabon_bon/Lindsey:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/brainsandspoons♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/brainsandspoons/♦Website - https://www.brainsandspoons.com/Media Inquires: [email protected]

In this episode of Asking Autistics, Lindsey chats with Dr. Jessica Myszak about autism evaluations, why understanding autism in adults matters, and how diagnosis can be life-changing. They also touch on gender, coping strategies, and the power of advocacy. Dr. Myszak highlights the need for neurodiversity-affirming practices and finding the right support. Got questions about autism evaluations? Drop 'em below!*******************Follow Asking Autistics, Riki, Lindsey and our guest:Dr. Jessica Myszak:♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/drjessicamyszak/♦TT - https://www.tiktok.com/@drjessicamyszak♦Website - https://helpandhealingcenter.com/Asking Autistics:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/askingautisticspodcast♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/askingautisticspodcastRiki:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/reberrabonbon♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/reberrabon_bon/Lindsey:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/brainsandspoons♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/brainsandspoons/♦Website - https://www.brainsandspoons.com/Media Inquires: [email protected]

This week on Asking Autistics, Lindsey and Riki discuss the DSM-5 diagnosis criteria for autism, exploring their personal experiences, social communication deficits, sensory sensitivities, and the importance of support systems. They also discuss misconceptions about autism, the intersection with intellectual disability, and the significance of community and advocacy for autistic individuals. Have you read the diagnosis criteria? Resources:CDC - https://www.cdc.gov/autism/hcp/diagnosis/index.htmlDr. Neff - https://neurodivergentinsights.com/*************************Follow Asking Autistics, Riki and Lindsey:Asking Autistics:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/askingautisticspodcast♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/askingautisticspodcastRiki:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/reberrabonbon♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/reberrabon_bon/Lindsey:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/brainsandspoons♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/brainsandspoons/♦Website - https://www.brainsandspoons.com/Media Inquires: [email protected]

This week on Asking Autistics, Lindsey and Riki tell you the story of their autism diagnostic journeys! When did you get diagnosed? In childhood or as an adult? Lindsey and Riki discuss the ups and downs of each! Got a question for #AskingAutistics? Leave a comment down below and let us know!*******************Follow Asking Autistics, Riki and Lindsey:Asking Autistics:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/askingautisticspodcast⁠♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/askingautisticspodcastRiki:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/reberrabonbon♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/reberrabon_bon/Lindsey:♦FB - https://www.facebook.com/brainsandspoons♦IG - https://www.instagram.com/brainsandspoons/Media Inquires: [email protected]