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Adulting with Autism

April Ratchford MS OT/L

Adulting with Autism isn’t just a podcast — it’s a movement.We give autistic and neurodivergent adults the platform, voice, and validation they’ve always deserved. Here, we don’t mask. We don’t perform. We belong.Every episode brings honest conversations with leaders, advocates, and everyday people who are rewriting what it means to thrive as a neurodivergent adult. We talk life skills, independence, mental health, relationships, careers, and legacy — because autistic voices don’t just need a seat

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45:28

Intuitive Healing & Real Self-Acceptance: Donnie...

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2025/09/20

Send us a text On this deeply honest episode of Adulting With Autism, Donnie Summers—autistic healing practitioner, intuitive coach, and founder of Beyond Limits Healing—explains how his journey from severe depression and undiagnosed autism led him to discover the powerful gifts of intuition, sensitivity, and somatic release. Donnie shares actionable guidance on breaking emotional patterns, using self-compassion, and learning how to calm the nervous system through trauma-informed, neurodivers...

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45:39

Breaking the Dyslexia Script: The Dyslexia...

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2025/09/17

Send us a text On this transformative episode of Adulting With Autism, meet Russell Van Brocklen—the Dyslexia Professor who’s revolutionizing how we support dyslexic and neurodivergent learners. Tapping into decades of research and real-life classroom breakthroughs, Russell shares why multisensory, structured-literacy routines outpace outdated “wait and see” advice—and how families can spark progress with simple, powerful actions starting tonight. Learn the science behind dyslexia, ADD/ADHD, ...

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30:49

Beats, Grit & Resilience: B-Cide on Life With MS,...

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2025/09/15

Send us a text Join Adulting With Autism for an unflinching, inspiring conversation with underground rap veteran, producer, and 55 Strong brand creator Robert “B-Cide” Cardillo II. B-Cide opens up about getting diagnosed with MS at the height of his music career, what it means to keep hustling through invisible illness, and how he’s built a legacy that’s about survival, not pity. His memoir, Myelin My Shoes, pulls no punches on disability, depression, and the mental strength needed to stay tr...

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36:50

Leading with Humanity: Justin ITee Walker on...

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2025/09/13

Send us a text On this powerful episode of Adulting With Autism, meet Justin ITee Walker—Founder/CEO of ITeeCMD and host of the Multiverse Leadership Podcast. Justin’s personal journey of surviving addiction, embracing his place on the autism spectrum, and reinventing leadership in the world of cybersecurity is a testament to the transformative power of self-leadership. Through raw honesty and technical mastery, Justin shares how empathy, vulnerability, and discovering your “why” turn overwhe...

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34:44

Unmasking Emotional Intelligence: Alexandra Velez on...

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2025/09/10

Send us a text Step into a transformative conversation on Adulting With Autism featuring Alexandra Velez—behavior designer, creator of My Secure Era, and author of The Availability Awards. Alexandra is on a mission to turn silent suffering into healing by bringing emotional intelligence and attachment theory into real-life relationships. With a decade of experience and a signature blend of empathy, structure, and wit, she unpacks why so many adults stay stuck in self-sabotage, people-pleasing...

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32:19

Rewrite Your Story on Adulting With Autism: Jamie...

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2025/09/08

Send us a text On this powerful episode of Adulting With Autism, meet international bestselling author, happiness coach, and engineer Jamie Naegele (Nay-Glee). Jamie opens up about transforming his life from anxiety and burnout to joy and purpose—leaving a high-paying job, conquering $50K in debt, and learning the science of self-love. Through his story, Jamie reveals how self-discovery and rewriting our beliefs can lead to happiness, better relationships, and thriving as a neurodivergent or ...

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46:08

Monetize Your Mindset: Bart Merrell on Side Hustles,...

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2025/09/06

Send us a text On this lively episode of Adulting With Autism, international entrepreneur and author Bart Merrell (aka the Side Hustle Samurai) shares how anyone—yes, even those starting from scratch—can create financial freedom by monetizing what they already know. With wild stories (bungee jumping in Japan, entrepreneur since age 15, adaptive dog training) and a practical memory-jogger for side hustle inspiration, Bart proves that mindset and action beat luck every time. Discover simple fra...

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27:09

Finding Voice: Mila Maxwell on Sibling Bonds,...

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2025/09/03

Send us a text Join Adulting With Autism as we sit down with debut Canadian author Mila Maxwell—mother, firefighter, and co-owner of a rural gym—whose life and writing are shaped by growing up alongside a sister with cerebral palsy. In this episode, Mila shares an honest conversation about the realities of sibling relationships, disability representation in fiction, and the emotional complexities of family dynamics. Discover why audiences connect powerfully to her story, and how fiction roote...

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42:06

From Punishment to Progress: Duff on Hypnosis,...

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2025/09/01

Send us a text Hypnotist and coach Duff joins Adulting with Autism to flip the script on burnout and “doing life the hard way.” Growing up autistic and mostly mute, Duff went all-in on personal growth—meditation, NLP, hypnosis—and discovered a deeper lever for change: shifting from the Punishment Paradigm (fear/pain motivation) to the Progress Paradigm (love/joy motivation). We talk practical nervous-system regulation (when you’re frozen, anxious, or numb), how to find traction without forcin...

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40:03

Roman Wyden (ADHD IS OVER): Rethinking Labels,...

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2025/08/30

Send us a text Filmmaker, life coach, and host of ADHD IS OVER Roman Wyden joins me to challenge the “disorder-first” mindset and offer a more human, nervous-system-aware path forward. We talk labels vs. lived reality, meds as band-aids vs. root-cause work, school fit, and how parents can lead with clarity, courage, and connection. In this episode: Why Roman says ADHD is over (and what he really means)Nervous system regulation > endless behavior managementRethinking labels, stigma, and ide...

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41:00

Dating, Boundaries & Burnout: Therapist Nicole Penrod...

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2025/08/27

Send us a text Today I’m sitting down with Nicole Penrod, MFT—a therapist and writer who works with neurodivergent adults, creatives, and mixed-neurotype couples. We dig into the real-world stuff: how to spot autistic burnout before it flattens you, unmask without losing your identity, set boundaries that actually stick, and navigate dating, breakups, and repair when ADHD and autism meet. Nicole also shares low-overwhelm tools (structured journaling, decision frameworks, nervous-system check-...

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29:44

Daniel Durany on Real-World Adulting: Jobs, Dating,...

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2025/08/23

Send us a text Autism advocate, author, and year-round sports official Daniel Durany joins me to get practical about adulting: keeping a job (not just getting one), dating without panic, building independence behind the wheel, and budgeting so freedom lasts. Daniel’s spoken across the country (Texas State Autism Conference, Oklahoma State Autism Conference ’14 & ’24, Virginia Tech keynote 2023, Joining Forces 2025) and served on the Texas Council on Autism & PDD—so this is real talk w...

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15:03

Z's First Week at Marshall University: Independence,...

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2025/08/22

Send us a text In this deeply personal episode of Adulting with Autism, host April shares the raw, real, and remarkable reflections on her autistic son Ahzerei's first week of college at Marshall University. From roommate tension to navigating Vocational Rehabilitation, this is the story of a young man choosing to stay, stand strong, and hold his own — and the mama bear cheering him on from a distance. Plus — we're officially moving to a Monday/Wednesday/Saturday episode schedule startin...

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33:39

From Adult Autism Dx to 500K Views: Kyle Wright’s...

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2025/08/20

Send us a text In July 2024, Kyle Wright was diagnosed autistic as an adult—and everything shifted. He left gaming streams, picked up 100 mini Rubik’s Cubes, and started creating mosaic art that exploded on YouTube. In 60 days, Kyle doubled his subs; by December, one month pulled ~500K views and +2K subs. Now “Kyle Cubes” is a daily practice in creativity, routine, and faith—with a message at the center: Know That You Are Loved. In this episode Adult diagnosis & identity: turning shutdown...

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44:25

Control Your Career: Burnout, Pivots & Advocacy for...

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2025/08/16

Send us a text Feeling stuck, burned out, or boxed in at work? Career strategist Julia Toothacre (Ride The Tide Collective) breaks down how neurodivergent professionals can own their careers—without masking or burning out. We cover smart pivots (without “starting over”), asking for accommodations that actually help, navigating toxic managers, handling feedback without spiraling, and building influence in ways that fit your brain. In this episode How to spot misfit roles vs. misfit cultures—an...

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41:09

Murphy Monroe on Thriving Authentically as a...

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2025/08/13

Send us a text n this episode of Adulting with Autism, host April Ratchford sits down with Murphy Monroe to explore how neurodivergent adults can thrive without compromising their authenticity. From practical self-advocacy tools to navigating relationships and careers, Murphy shares real-world strategies for building a life that works for you—not against you. 💡 Whether you’re autistic, ADHD, or supporting someone who is, this conversation offers relatable stories and actionable steps you can

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40:15

From Dreams to Legacy: Nathaniel Turner on Parenting...

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2025/08/09

Send us a text In this inspiring episode of Adulting with Autism, host April Ratchford chats with Nathaniel A. Turner—author, TEDx speaker, and creator of the powerful “Life Template.” Nathaniel shares how he reverse-engineered his future to empower both himself and his son, despite challenges like ADHD and uncertainty. We explore: Why starting with your destination helps create any path to purposeHow neurodiverse adults can build clarity and drive through backward designThe emotional and pra...

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36:18

Building Community & Hope in the Special Needs World...

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2025/08/06

Send us a text “Community is where hope lives.” In this inspiring episode of Adulting With Autism, we sit down with Jamie Olson, the creator of Uniquely You Magazine, a publication written by and for the special needs community. Jamie shares her journey as a mom of three—including her 12-year-old son with autism and epilepsy—and how she’s building spaces that connect, inspire, and empower families nationwide. Through her work as a publisher and community builder, Jamie is proving that sharing...

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59:02

Unlocking Spiritual Healing: Beatty Carmichael on...

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2025/08/02

Send us a text In this powerful episode of Adulting with Autism, host April Ratchford welcomes Beatty Carmichael, a leading expert on the spiritual roots of mental health, chronic pain, and emotional struggles. With over 25 years of experience, Beatty reveals why most medical solutions only treat symptoms—and how identifying the true spiritual root can create lasting freedom. Discover: ✅ How chronic pain, depression, and anxiety can disappear in days ✅ The 3 steps to uncovering the spiritua...

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37:43

From Autism Diagnosis to Washington D.C.: Carol &...

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2025/07/30

Send us a text In this inspiring episode of Adulting with Autism, I sit down with Carol Waldman, a lifelong political advocate and community leader, and her son Andrew Waldman, a 23-year-old recent graduate and neurodiversity advocate. Diagnosed with autism at age four, Andrew’s journey from navigating social and academic challenges to graduating from the University of Wisconsin–Madison, interning in Washington D.C., and becoming a two-time Global Neurodiversity Conference panelist is nothi...

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