MindScoop

Our last MindScoop flavor of the season features protein powder to help our neurodivergent ice cream fans get into fitness and outdoor recreation for the start of summer!Joining us this episode is graduating Landmark student, Claudia Sherman who is on the athletic advisory board, Lanmark running team, and co-founder of CWAGletics to help reduce barriers for female-identifying and non-binary students by holding exclusive weekly fitness programs for "fems and thems".For this episode, we talk about our experiences with fitness as well as challenges and barriers related to neurodiversity and gender identity. Though this flavor primarily focuses on the female perspective, TK is still here to give his perspective on fitness as a neurodivergent male, so this flavor is for all genders!We hope to be back with plenty of food for thought with Season 4!

In part 2 of our Represent Cherry flavor, Eden and TK talk invite Landmark College professor, Cole Denisen to talk about animated autism and neurodiversity representation in movies and tv shows as well as autistic coded characters. Make sure you also listen to part 1 which focuses on representation in live action media.Check out Cole's streaming channel and website!https://www.twitch.tv/thegamed0c https://www.theneurodivergentscholar.com/

In this bonus scoop, Jman returns to talk about his love of superheroes and sidekicks with Eden why he relates to them so heavily as a neurodivergent young adult. At Landmark, Jman shares his passion with others and hosts a program where he shows his peers how neurodiversity can be connected to superheroes by watching various movie and shows and hosting discussions. Listen to Jman's Jams live from 10am to 12pm EST every Saturday on ⁠WLMC, Landmark College's Streaming Radio Station⁠.

In part 1 of our cherry flavored episode, Eden and TK talk about autism and neurodiversity representation in movies and tv shows. Part 1 focuses on live action media that either features autistic characters or has a character many fans believe to be autistic (autistic-coded).Part 2 will feature animated characters.Happy Autism Acceptance Month from MindSccop!

This MindScoop flavor features misconceptions about neurodiversity and autism and the harmful effects they can have on a college campus and in life. Eden and TK invite Landmark Director of Mental Health Counseling, Tori Tilson, and graduating Landmark student, Aidan Kipp (Kipper) to discuss this sensitive but important topic. The topic and episode questions were planned by Kipper, to use as an artifact for his capstone project.

This week's MindScoop flavor is MediaPoliton as we talk about what it's like being a neurodivergent content creator, primarily focusing on podcasting. We invited Landmark alumni, Chris Revill '06 who currently co-hosts a podcast for his job and shares useful advice for getting started and finding success in the podcasting world.Check out his podcast here: https://open.spotify.com/show/0ZJFrncl9RfChKDcqPJgRS?si=19ef4e2736414f95

This spicy flavor of Mind Scoop features hot topics and handling disagreements. It can be especially tough accepting difference of opinion if you're neurodivergent, so we hope this episode can give everyone some food for thought for when you have those uncomfortable discussions. In this episode, we are joined by Landmark College Humanities Professor, Tyler Baker. Tyler Baker and Evelyn Nitch-Griffin host a DEI-themed show featured on the Voices TV YouTube channel, check it out here: (64) DiversiTEA 2024 - YouTube

This Mind Scoop flavor is all about how neurodivergence is perceived in different parts of the world (focusing on Brazil and Australia), generations, and religion (focusing on Christianity). We invited Landmark student, Josh Sampaio who leads the Pa' Lante Center for Hispanic students and allies. We hope to expand upon neurodiversity and religion in a future episode! Leave a comment if you'd like us to discuss anything specific on that topic.

In Part 2 of this Dungeons and Dragons themed episode flavor with Lukas Pellietier, we wrap the conversation by sharing more funny stories about our in-game adventures. We apologize for shorter episode this week, but will return with a brand new full-length episode next week!Listen to Lukas's radio show, Roll for Discussion, live from 2pm to 4pm EST every Wednesday on ⁠⁠WLMC, Landmark College's Streaming Radio Station⁠⁠.

In this episode of MindScoop, TK and Eden are joined by graduating LC student and WLMC DJ, Lukas Pellietier to talk about Dungeons and Dragons and other tabletop roleplaying games. This longer episode was split into two parts so stay tuned for Part 2!Listen to Lukas's radio show, Roll for Discussion, live from 2pm to 4pm EST every Wednesday on ⁠WLMC, Landmark College's Streaming Radio Station⁠.

In this teamwork flavored episode of MindScoop, Eden and TK talk about the importance of communication, inclusion, and a strength-based mindset when working with neurodivergent team members in various situations, along with some stories of Teamwork wins and fails. We hope you'll enjoy this fun episode and use it as inspiration for future and current teamwork adventures!

In this episode of Mind Scoop we talk about fandoms with Landmark student, Jman Erkan who is a fan of video games, movies, and comic books, and superheroes. This flavor features a fun conversation about changes in our favorite series' and barfing all over the new Lion King movie. Listen to Jman's Jams live from 10am to 12pm EST every Saturday on WLMC, Landmark College's Streaming Radio Station.Interested in learning more about the film Life, Animated? Check out the IMDb page here: Life, Animated (2016) - IMDb

For this year's Valentine's Day flavor, we invited our two Landmark alumni guests, Liam Miller and Asher Matos to talk about neurodivergent LGBTQ+ relationships and dating.Please go check out Asher's podcast, LGBTea on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/01iqFjGONxSJyTm6cWC7YsWe also encourage you to check out Liam's artwork which is posted on his social media accounts:Facebook: Liam MillerInstagram: @liamm98745If you're interested in learning more about Neuroqueer Theory as briefly mentioned in this episode or learning more about Nick Walker's work, please go toNEUROQUEER HERESIES • NEUROQUEER.

In this episode of MindScoop, Eden and TK talk about the challenges of starting and completing academic and personal projects, and some strategies that have helped. This episode mentions use of the Anti-Planner by Dani Donovan. If you're interested in using this for yourself, you can purchase it from here: The Anti-Planner: How to Get Sh*t Done When You Don't Feel Like It - Dani Donovan: The Anti-Planner

After a long hiatus, MindScoop is back and now that TK is recording at Landmark, it sounds better than ever! Find out what TK and Eden have been up to since taking a pause on the podcast. Stay tuned for episodes featuring guests, a new co-host, and plenty of exciting topics to cover!

WE ARE BACK! We apologize for the long delay in getting the this episode out. Since Eden is graduating this semester and finishing up her big capstone project, we may experience some more delays but will still post at least one or two episodes before the semester ends so stay tuned! In the meantime, enjoy this episode about masking (no, not COVID masking). Don't know what masking means? Listen to Eden and TK to find out!

In this utensil-flavored episode of MindScoop, Eden and TK discuss Spoon Theory and how it's relevant to neurodiversity and energy. Don't know what Spoon Theory is? Listen to the podcast and find out! Apologies for the delay on uploading this episode. Podcast Editor, Eden recently went to NYC for the Intercollegiate Broadcasting System conference while also wrapping up midterms and suffered spoon deficiency. Hope you enjoy!

In this mango flavored episode of MindScoop, Eden and TK talk about what hangouts look like for neurodivergent folks and how they manage overstimulation when it comes to going out.

In this special Valentine's Day episode of MindScoop, Eden and TK discuss relationships for neurodivergent adults and share their own experiences in dating.

In this episode of MindScoop, Eden and TK talk about the myths of intelligence and mention different sources of research including the documentary, Intelligent Lives. Note: This episode was recorded in December 2023, before the making of the last episode. Next week we will have a brand-new relationship-themed episode in time for Valentines Day!

Eden and TK kick off season 2 of MindScoop with an overview of the series and tease what's coming to the podcast in 2024!

In this special holiday episode of MindScoop, Eden and TK talk their experiences celebrating the holidays as well as gift getting and gift receiving. This episode wraps up season 1 of MindScoop. Stay tuned for new episodes in 2024!

In this episode of MindScoop, Eden and TK talk about dealing with and adjusting to change as neurodivergent adults.

As Landmark College enters the end of the Fall 2023 semester, Eden and TK talk about dealing with stress during finals and different coping strategies they use.

In this special Thanksgiving episode of MindScoop, Eden and TK talk about neurodivergent experiences with family gatherings and share stories about celebrating this American holiday.

In this episode of MindScoop, Eden and TK discuss respect toward neurodiversity and remind others that what we say and how we treat others can have a lasting effect on one's mental well-being.

In this episode's flavor of MindScoop is "Grape Expectations", Eden and TK share stories about times when expectations were not met and how they were handled.

In this introduction to MindScoop, Eden and TK talk about their favorite ice cream flavors and what "flavors" they have planned for future episodes. Enjoy!