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Meet My Autistic Brain

The Autistic Woman™

What is it like to find out late in life that you are autistic? The Autistic Woman talks about life experiences and how autistic traits affect her as an adult. You"ll hear personal stories, opinions about research and the importance of autistic voices. Includes some fun stuff too and interviews of autistic guests! This podcast is primarily for adult autistics and their family and friends. It"s one of the top 0.5% most popular shows globally as ranked by Listen Score with more than 1,000,000

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1,000,000 Downloads and an Epic Thank You!

Meet My Autistic Brain ·

2025/08/05

The podcast has now officially reached 1,000,000 downloads! When I started Meet My Autistic Brain, I never could have imagined it would reach so many of you. To think that a million times, someone has hit play on an episode is just… mind-blowing. I love that you have supported the podcast, shared it and helped build our community. From my heart, thank you for making the podcast a success, for sending me your thoughts and suggestions and for supporting our sponsors and the guests who so genero...

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Listener Favorites: Common Autistic Experiences

Meet My Autistic Brain ·

2025/08/04

Do autistics share experiences and behaviors? Here are some things we have in common. What fits for you? This episode has been remastered. Support the show RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1,000,000 downloads! Sunsama free trial: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk Use this form: https://tinyurl.com/guestformMMAB if you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism in autistic adults OR if you know of someone who is and who would like to be a guest on the s...

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A Volcanic Reaction to a Special Interest

Meet My Autistic Brain ·

2025/07/28

Special interests are one of the diagnostic criteria for autism. They bring us happiness! Many autistics become near-experts at their area of interest. Can something about our neurology affect how we experience special interests? You might be surprised. Iceland Volcano Reykjanes Peninsula Live Camera Support the show RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1,000,000 downloads! Sunsama free trial: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk Use this form: https://tinyurl.com/guestf...

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Popular Interview: Best-selling author JD Barker

Meet My Autistic Brain ·

2025/07/22

New York Times international best-selling author JD Barker talks writing, autism and how he leverages his autistic traits to do the things he loves. A late-diagnosed father with an autistic child he reveals how he and his wife make it work. JD talks about how learning he’s autistic at age 22 changed him, how growing up without a tv sparked his interest in reading and how his life experience lead to the career he has today. This is a glimpse inside the brilliant and vibrant mind of a writer wh...

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Why Self-Help Fails Autistic People

Meet My Autistic Brain ·

2025/07/14

Self-help fails autistics but why? This episode reveals the not-so-obvious reason it can do more harm than good and provides some tips for what you can do instead. Support the show NOW RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY! Sunsama free trial: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk Use this form: https://tinyurl.com/guestformMMAB if you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism in autistic adults who would like to be a guest on the show. Instagram: anautisticwoman https://www.ins...

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Rebranding Autism - A Guide to Seeing Strength on the...

Meet My Autistic Brain ·

2025/07/07

In this episode I’m talking with Clain Udy author of Rebranding Autism, A Guide to Seeing Strength on the Spectrum. In this touching story Clain talks about his autistic son and his family’s desire for him to lead a “normal” life. When something unexpected happened his view changed. From that day forward Clain knew that in order for his son to thrive there had to be something else, something better than what many call “normal.” His unstoppable determination to find answers led him to understa...

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Burnout, Relationships, Resilience and Self-Care for...

Meet My Autistic Brain ·

2025/06/30

It’s important for us to understand our autistic minds and bodies to deal with burnout, to choose healthy relationships and to build resilience. In this episode you’ll learn from Dr. Megan Anna Neff how the autistic mind and body work and how self-care can help us become self-reliant, build flexibility and gain satisfaction from our lives. Dr. Megan Anna Neff websites: https://neurodivergentinsights.com/ https://www.meganannaneff.com/ https://neurodivergentinsights.com/self-care-for-autistic-...

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52:53

The Autistic's Guide to Self-Discovery

Meet My Autistic Brain ·

2025/06/23

Dr. Sol Smith, psychologist, former professor, coach, consultant and autistic advocate talks about his book, The Autistic’s Guide to Self-Discovery. He tells about his personal experience as an autistic person with relatable examples of masking, rumination, imposter syndrome and more. He gives insights into how and why the autistic brain processes life experiences the way it does. Listen now! Sol's websites: https://www.professorsol.com/ https://neurospicycommunity.com/ https://www.instagram....

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The Remarkable Film "Spectrum" with writer-director...

Meet My Autistic Brain ·

2025/06/16

Rick Stanton, the writer and director of the film Spectrum talks with me about the new film and its message about “the transformative power of acceptance and the untapped potential for greatness within every individual, no matter where they fall on the spectrum.” Don’t miss this interview and the spectacular film Spectrum. Links in the show notes! Watch Spectrum free at either site: Spectrum (YouTube): https://youtu.be/C161TZHJIjE?si=cre2wxPHbb5yU_CP Spectrum (Website): https://rickstanton.co...

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Listener Favorites: An Autistic Person Is...

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2025/06/02

Are you tired of hearing “you don’t look autistic”? Here are some examples of the unique ways autistic traits express themselves. Learn about the human side of autism. Support the show NOW RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY! Want to be a guest or know someone who would be a good guest? Fill out this form: https://tinyurl.com/autguestspot Instagram: anautisticwoman https://www.instagram.com/anautisticwoman/ Ko-fi, PayPal, Patreon at this link: https://linktr.ee/theautisticwoman Linktree: h...

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Listener Favorites: Anticipation Fixation

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2025/05/26

Excitement can seem over the top when you contemplate a future event. It’s like your imagination goes wild and it feels great and you don’t want it to end! Could it be a variation of rumination? Support the show NOW RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY! Want to be a guest or know someone who would be a good guest? Fill out this form: https://tinyurl.com/autguestspot Instagram: anautisticwoman https://www.instagram.com/anautisticwoman/ Ko-fi, PayPal, Patreon at this link: https://linktr.ee/theauti...

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44:22

An Autistic Mother Advocates For Her Autistic Child

Meet My Autistic Brain ·

2025/05/19

Author Dawn Davies could never have imagined the twists and turns her life would take from parenting an autistic child to finding her voice to advocate for him. Just when she thought she had it figured out life surprised her again. It didn’t stop with learning she’s autistic. There was more still to come… Dawn Davies websites: https://www.authordawndavies.com https://whistletreebookclub.substack.com/ Sunsama free 30-day trial: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk Support the s...

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51:17

Selling Out the Spectrum: How Science Lost the Trust...

Meet My Autistic Brain ·

2025/05/13

In this episode you’ll meet Liam O’Dell, a journalist and author who is autistic. He’s the author of Selling Out The Spectrum: How Science Lost the Trust of Autistic People and How It Can Win It Back, where he explores things like the misinformation surrounding autism and vaccines, the failure to include autistic people in research and even recent statements about autism made by RFK, Jr. There’s so much more in this not-to-be-missed episode! Liam Odell's website and blog: https://liamodell.co...

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Workplace Neurodiversity Rising

Meet My Autistic Brain ·

2025/05/05

In this episode I interview Lyric Rivera who has written Workplace Neurodiversity Rising. Lyric has been an employee, a manager and finally a consultant for employers interested in making their companies a place where both neurodivergent and neurotypical employees can succeed. Lyric shares her expertise, from getting hired to avoiding burnout, from being vulnerable to feeling safe. Whether you are an employee or employer you’ll find something valuable in this interview with Lyric Rivera. Lyri...

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33:45

Unstoppable: An Autistic Experience

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2025/04/21

Matthew Kenslow has found the formula for succeeding in life regardless of challenges and setbacks. He dreamed of being a teacher and faced tremendous obstacles as an autistic person. Matthew persevered and persisted until he made his dream happen. Using his own experience as an example Matthew tells us how to be unstoppable. All of Matthew’s links: https://linktr.ee/mjkenslow Matthew’s book Unstoppable: https://www.amazon.com/Unstoppable-Matthew-Kenslow/dp/1956365583 Matthew’s You...

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50:19

Finding Answers After Late Diagnosis

Meet My Autistic Brain ·

2025/04/14

Claire Akebrand had debilitating physical symptoms that doctors couldn’t diagnose. She questioned her ability to be a good mother. She felt like few people would understand. Then she got an autism diagnosis and her life changed. Hear the amazing story of what happened after she learned she is autistic. Link to Claire's website: https://www.claireakebrandart.com/ Support the show by signing up for a free trial of Sunsama. No credit card needed: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk Support the ...

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12:46

Is it Autism or Bipolar Disorder?

Meet My Autistic Brain ·

2025/04/08

Some people are first diagnosed with bipolar disorder before getting their autism diagnosis. Some are both autistic and bipolar. Hear a personal account of one experience with bipolar disorder that might explain a late diagnosis of autism. Meltdowns episode: https://tinyurl.com/autmeltdowns -->Free 30-day trial of Sunsama helps the podcast! No credit card needed. https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk Support the show NOW RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY! Want to be a guest or k...

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11:51

Are Autistics Bottom-up Thinkers?

Meet My Autistic Brain ·

2025/04/01

We often hear that autistics are bottom-up processors and that neurotypicals are top-down processors. What does that mean? What are the advantages of each? Hear how the way the autistic brain processes information explains many autistic traits. Support the show NOW RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY! -->Free 30-day trial for the podcast listeners! https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk (affiliate link which helps the podcast) No credit card needed. Want to be a guest or know someone who wou...

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58:02

Women and Girls on the Autism Spectrum

Meet My Autistic Brain ·

2025/03/24

Step into the complex world of Women and Girls on the Autism Spectrum with author Sarah Hendrickx. She talks about why autism is often missed in women and girls and how traits can differ. You’ll hear her own personal story of late diagnosis and how it has impacted her life. Sarah's website: https://www.asperger-training.com Sarah's book: https://tinyurl.com/sarahhendrickx All Sarah's books: https://tinyurl.com/sarahhendrickxbooks Support the show NOW RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLO...

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11:21

Transforming Verbal Information Into Visual

Meet My Autistic Brain ·

2025/03/11

Does it take you a few moments before you can respond in a conversation? That could be because you are a visual thinker living in a largely verbal world. Being a slow processor might have a simple explanation. Support the show NOW RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY! -->Free 30-day trial for the podcast listeners! https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk (affiliate link which helps the podcast) No credit card needed. Want to be a guest or know someone who would be a good guest? Fill out this f...

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