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Exploring Different Brains

www.DifferentBrains.com

EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS is a weekly interview show hosted by neurodiversity advocate Harold "Hackie" Reitman, MD., and presented by DifferentBrains.com. Join us as we speak with some of the most interesting people involved in autism, Asperger"s, dyslexia, ADHD, OCD, down syndrome, and any condition that can be considered "neurodiverse." From doctors to judges, teachers to caregivers, scientists to advocates, parents to kids, neurodiverse to neurotypical, we want to tell any story that can offer

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00:18:21

2022 in Review: Advice from Self-Advocates | EDB 284

Exploring Different Brains ·

2023/01/01

In this first year-in-review episode, we are going to hear from a handful of the amazing neurodivergent self-advocates we’ve had the privilege of speaking with. Featured are: JUDE MORROW - Irish autism self-advocate, author, and speaker (full interview: https://differentbrains.org/loving-your-place-on-the-spectrum-with-jude-morrow-edb-258/ ) For more about Jude: https://judemorrow.com/ https://www.neurodiversity-training.net/

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00:31:48

Career Advisement for the Neurodivergent, with Beacon...

Exploring Different Brains ·

2022/12/14

Autism self-advocate and Beacon College’s Director of Career Advisement/Development/Partnership Dr. James Williams discusses his work helping students find employment. (VIDEO - 31 mins) Beacon College, a private nonprofit college founded in 1989 in Leesburg, Florida, is the first accredited institution of higher learning designed with curriculum and support services to serve those students with dyslexia, ADHD, or other specific learning disabilities. They offer Associate of Arts and Bachelor of

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00:18:55

Navigating a Neurodiverse Household, with Bea Moise,...

Exploring Different Brains ·

2022/12/03

ADHD self-advocate, autism mom, cognitive specialist, and parenting coach Bea Moise shares what she has learned from her neurodiverse household. Beatrice (Bea) Moise, M.S., BCCS., is a Board-Certified Cognitive Specialist, Parenting Coach, author of Our Neurodivergent Journey and National Speaker. She created A Child Like Mine to educate parents of children with unique atypical brains that have both behavior & learning needs, while giving them the tools they need to be successful at home. Bea

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00:24:12

Mentra: Creating a Neurodiversity Employment Network,...

Exploring Different Brains ·

2022/11/20

Mentra CEO & co-founder Jhillika Kumar discusses their work creating a platform to connect neurodiverse talent with employers. Jhillika Kumar is the co-founder and CEO of Mentra, a Georgia Tech graduate, and honorary degree recipient, and previous Grace Hopper Keynote speaker for neurodiversity empowerment. Jhillika’s passion for neurodiversity advocacy stems from her life experiences growing up as the sister of a nonspeaking autistic individual named Vikram and ADHDer herself. After 27 years of

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00:35:32

Elevating Neurodiverse Voices, with Neuroversity's...

Exploring Different Brains ·

2022/11/14

Jessica Kidwell of the Neuroversity Podcast discusses why listening to and highlighting the voices of neurodivergent self-advocates is so important. From Jessica’s bio: “Jessica Kidwell has been a lot of things. A freelance writer, a preschool teacher, a government employee, a bartender, a waitress, a lifeguard, and most recently, a podcaster. She is the host of the brand new podcast, Neuroversity, a space to learn about and elevate the stories of the neuro-diverse community. She is also the

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00:25:33

Diversity in Medical School, with BUSM’s Angelique...

Exploring Different Brains ·

2022/11/02

BUSM’s Associate Dean of Diversity & Inclusion Dr. Angelique Harris discusses her work ending stigma in higher education. Dr. Angelique C. Harris is Associate Dean for Diversity and Inclusion at Boston University School of Medicine and is an Associate Professor in General Internal Medicine, in the Department of Medicine. They also serve as the Executive Director of Faculty Development for Boston University Medical Campus. Dr. Harris works to design, implement, and lead innovative programs and

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00:17:17

Fostering Positive Development on the Autism Spectrum...

Exploring Different Brains ·

2022/10/18

Positive Development’s Dr. Jennie Trocchio, Dr. Lina Moyano & Yomayra Mora-Perea share their work creating a new option in therapy for neurodivergent individuals. Dr. Jennie Trocchio is an autism educator, speaker, Developmental Therapist, and Vice President of Clinical Operations at Positive Development. Lina Maria Moyano, Ed.D., L.C.S.W. is an Autism Mental Health Care Professional and Clinical Director (Florida) at Positive Development. Yomayra Mora-Perea is a Neurodiversity Advocate and

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00:11:29

What is PANDAS? with Mara Myers, R.N. | EDB 277

Exploring Different Brains ·

2022/10/09

Mara Myers shares her son’s journey with the autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorder known as PANDAS. Mara Myers is a registered nurse, and the mom of a young son with PANDAS: Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal Infections. According to the NIMH: “a child may be diagnosed with PANDAS when: obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), tic disorder, or both suddenly appear following a streptococcal (strep) infection, such as strep throat or scarlet fever; or, the

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00:23:45

Autism & DRBI Therapy, with Dr. Jennie Trocchio | EDB...

Exploring Different Brains ·

2022/09/30

Developmental therapist Dr. Jennie Trocchio shares how DRBI therapy can help autistic individuals thrive and build great connections. Dr. Jennie Trocchio is an autism educator, speaker, Developmental Therapist, and Vice President of Clinical Operations at Positive Development. Positive Development’s mission is to “…help people with autism and other developmental differences build connections and shape their futures.” Positive Development follows the Developmental Relationship-Based Intervention

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00:29:41

Training Doctors in Neurodiversity, with Lauren...

Exploring Different Brains ·

2022/09/20

Stanford University student & researcher Lauren Clarke, BS, MHA discusses why doctors need more education in neurodiversity. Lauren is a joint MD/MA in Education student at Stanford University working towards improving the quality of medical education related to caring for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. She also takes pride in supporting and mentoring other medical students who are advocating for a more inclusive model of medical education. Lauren is a graduate of the MHA

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00:35:05

Technology and the Brain, with Gabriel Axel Montes,...

Exploring Different Brains ·

2022/08/29

Gabriel Axel Montes, Ph.D. shares his work maximizing the brain’s potential through technology. Gabriel Axel Montes, Ph.D., is a neuroscientist, consciousness educator, leadership coach, and facilitator of personal and organizational development and transformation. Drawing from over a decade of neuroscience and consciousness research and experience as a facilitator, Gabriel taps latent human capability to optimize processes and unlock value from existing resources and human capital. He works to

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00:27:06

Navigating Sensory Sensitivities, with Dr. Janice...

Exploring Different Brains ·

2022/08/04

Dr. Janice Ryan shares how awareness of sensory issues improves therapy for the neurodivergent. Dr. Janice Ryan is the Founder and Director of Attunement Solutions, LLC. She is a Doctor of Occupational Therapy, a Human Systems Dynamics Professional and has over thirty years of professional experience with changing lives. Dr. Ryan has been an occupational therapist for over 30 years and has been researching body, mind, and spirit aspects of human systems dynamics since beginning her doctoral

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00:26:31

Understanding NVLD, with Ryan Lundy | EDB 272

Exploring Different Brains ·

2022/07/29

Self-advocate Ryan Lundy shares his experiences with NVLD - Nonverbal Learning Disorder. Ryan Lundy is a self-advocate for NVLD (Nonverbal Learning Disorder / Disability). He is also a teacher’s assistant at the Els Center for Excellence with Autism, and a special ambassador for the NVLD Project, an organization dedicated to raising awareness, building support, and creating helpful solutions for children, adolescents, and adults with NVLD. To find out more about the NVLD Project, visit:

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00:24:53

Neurodiversity and Storytelling, with Eva Grayzel |...

Exploring Different Brains ·

2022/07/06

Master storyteller and author Eva Grayzel discusses how sharing stories helps people connect and succeed. (VIDEO - 25 mins) Eva Grayzel is a master storyteller, author, performance artist, and cancer survivor. Eva explores the intersection of hope, healing and giving back, while telling compelling tales about facing death and living on to change the lives of countless others. An expert on interactive storytelling techniques with thirty years’ experience, Eva Grayzel brings new business strategies

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00:33:23

Beacon College: Helping Neurodivergent Students...

Exploring Different Brains ·

2022/06/17

Beacon College’s president Dr. George Hagerty & director of their Center for Student Success Dr. Oksana Hagerty share their work with neurodivergent students. Dr. George Hagerty if the president of Beacon College, and Dr. Oksana Hagerty is director of the college’s Center for Student Success. Beacon College, a private nonprofit college founded in 1989 in Leesburg, Florida, is the first accredited institution of higher learning designed with curriculum and support services to serve those students

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00:30:37

“Autism Is Not a Crime” with Australian self-advocate...

Exploring Different Brains ·

2022/06/04

Australian self-advocate Tom Oliver discusses his work helping autistic individuals caught in the justice system. Tom Oliver is a TEDx Speaker and Global leader on autistic individuals caught up in the justice system. He is expected to graduate with LLB and BBioMedSc from The University of Notre Dame Australia, in 2023. He plans to graduate with First Class Honours in Law, in 2023. Subsequently, he plans to be admitted into the LLM at Harvard Law School, in 2024. Tom further works as an Autism

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00:30:30

Autism & PDA: Understanding Demand Avoidance, with...

Exploring Different Brains ·

2022/05/12

PDA North America founder Diane Gould discusses the “Pathological Demand Avoidance”, and its occurrence along the autism spectrum. (VIDEO - 30 mins) Diane is a therapist, consultant, and Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She has worked for both private agencies and school systems. She has served as a consultant and been a guest lecturer for many area school districts, parent associations and private agencies. She is proud to be the first American professional with a certification in Pathological

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00:23:25

What Makes Something a Disorder? with Dr. Lori Butts...

Exploring Different Brains ·

2022/05/06

Psychologist, attorney, and Different Brains board member Dr. Lori Butts shares what makes something a “disorder”. (VIDEO - 22 mins) Dr. Lori J. Butts is the CEO and President of the Clinical & Forensic Institute (CFI) with offices in Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach, Florida. After graduating from Clemson University with Honors, Dr. Butts received her law and doctoral psychology degrees from the innovative jointly sponsored program by Villanova School of Law and MCP Hahnemann University

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00:24:04

Effective Teaching for Neurodiverse Students, with...

Exploring Different Brains ·

2022/04/23

Educator & musician Joseph Lento shares his philosophy for effectively teaching neurodiverse students. (VIDEO - 24 mins) Joseph Lento is an educator and a Conservatory-trained professional Musician. He is licensed by NYS as a Teacher of Orchestral Music and School District Administration and began his career in 1984. In 1999 he was named NYC Bronx County High School Teacher of the Year. In 2014 President Barack Obama named him a National Teacher of Arts and Humanities. Joseph is called on

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00:40:30

Fitness and Autism, with David Geslak & Ben Boudreaux...

Exploring Different Brains ·

2022/04/08

David Geslak & Ben Boudreaux discuss the importance of physical activity for those on the autism spectrum. (40 mins) David S. Geslak BS, ACSM EP-C, CSCS is the Founder and President of Exercise Connection. As a Fitness Coordinator at a school for children with autism, Coach Dave experienced first-hand the challenges of teaching exercise. By understanding that students with autism learn differently, he developed a system that has become a breakthrough in effectively teaching exercise. Nine

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