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Taking Authority Over Autism

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They call Sheletta Minnesota’s Autism Mom, not just because she has three kids on the spectrum, but because she’s an advocate for parents who have children with special needs. Each week, the best-selling author shares strategies for success on everything from finding scholarships to safety tips.

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21:32

New merger means more services for neurodiverse...

Taking Authority Over Autism ·

2026/01/06

Sheletta chats with her friends at Dakota County Technical College and Inver Hills about the two college communities and their upcoming merger and how it's a win-win situation for neurodivergent students on the latest episode of her autism podcast.

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16:31

Put down that cigarette, pick up the telephone

Taking Authority Over Autism ·

2025/12/31

Start the new year right by breaking some bad habits that you picked up during COVID like smoking. On this week's episode of Taking Authority over Autism, Sheletta shows you how to put down the cigarette and pick up the phone to call Quit Partner at 1-800-QUIT-NOW. They have programs, medication and one-on-one coaching to help you break free from your nicotine addiction. https://www.quitpartnermn.com/

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18:33

Reliable supplemental transportation for your special...

Taking Authority Over Autism ·

2025/12/30

Sheletta is trying to figure out how to get her 7th grader to theater camp and her 8th grader to debate practice while picking up her 5th grader from school all at the same time. Being a divorced parent of three kids with autism, she's got to be careful about how they get to their appointments and after-school activities. She was excited to find out about HopSkipDrive, a supplemental student transportation service that uses vetted CareDrivers to provide rides with just six hours notice.

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20:45

In the midst of all the autism fraud happening in...

Taking Authority Over Autism ·

2025/12/23

Sheletta introduces her listeners to the Minnesota Autism Center Midwest, a trusted autism therapy center that serves children on the spectrum. She chats with MAC Midwest's CEO Christine Bent who has been a leader in healthcare for three decades.

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22:59

How to COPE with stress

Taking Authority Over Autism ·

2025/12/16

Holiday stress is hard, but you don't have to struggle alone. Sheletta chats with Jihan Ali from Hennepin County who shares information about a vital resource that offers help for you to COPE if you're in crisis mode so you can get back to living your best and healthiest life.

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24:46

Black mommas battle for service

Taking Authority Over Autism ·

2025/12/11

Black moms share their experience of fighting for fairness for their autistic children both inside and outside of their homes. Sheletta chats with Vinyarie, a fellow African American autism mom who says a library story time with her son crushed her spirit then made her a crusader for equity for neurodiverse children.

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40:49

Finding the right provider for your Black autistic child

Taking Authority Over Autism ·

2025/12/10

Sheletta chats with Andrea Lawson Founder and Chief Principal Consultant of HealthEQ Solutions, where she partners with organizations to design inclusive systems, about what it looks like to provide culturally competent care to Black neurodiverse children.

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21:01

The 2026 Special Olympics is coming to Minnesota....

Taking Authority Over Autism ·

2025/12/09

Sheletta sits down and chats with the CEO, Christy Sovereign, to get all the details. Visit https://2026specialolympicsusagames.org/

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23:31

Keep your family members safe: VACCINATE!

Taking Authority Over Autism ·

2025/12/02

Sheletta chats with Dr. Ruth Lynfield with the Minnesota Department of Health about the importance of getting children vaccinated as we begin to visit family and friends for the holiday season.

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19:08

November is National Adoption Month

Taking Authority Over Autism ·

2025/11/25

Sheletta is chatting with Rita Soronen, President & CEO of the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption, about how the organization is working to erase disparities for neurodiverse children waiting to find forever homes.

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23:07

Did you experience medical neglect during childbirth?

Taking Authority Over Autism ·

2025/11/18

Sheletta chats with Attorney Marquel Longtin with Postman Law about medical negligence during childbirth and how you can determine whether or not you have a case. To contact Postman Law, log on to their website. https://www.postmanlaw.com/

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17:20

Gumbo: Making Healthcare Easier to Access for Every...

Taking Authority Over Autism ·

2025/11/11

Sheletta Brundidge sits down with Peter Musimami Founder and CEO of Gumbo — a digital health platform designed to simplify and improve access to healthcare for underserved families.

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19:17

You Might Qualify for WIC

Taking Authority Over Autism ·

2025/11/05

Sheletta Brundidge speaks the REAL truth about WIC with Harris County WIC Field Supervisor Joy Hamilton — and why more families qualify than they realize.

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27:41

Advocating for Awareness & Action on Opioid Use

Taking Authority Over Autism ·

2025/10/31

On this powerful episode of Taking Authority Over Autism, host Sheletta Brundidge teams up with Your Path Health to tackle the growing impact of opioid use on families and communities. Together, they discuss how education, advocacy, and access to support can help prevent addiction and promote healing. Tune in for an honest, hope-filled conversation about breaking the cycle and building healthier futures.

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18:45

Breaking the Silence: Domestic Violence Awareness...

Taking Authority Over Autism ·

2025/10/28

Host Sheletta Brundidge sits down with WAdvocates to raise awareness during Domestic Violence Awareness Month. They discuss how to support survivors, break cycles of abuse, and build safer communities. Learn more at wadvocates.org.

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23:04

Sparking Inclusive Research

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2025/10/21

In this episode of Taking Authority Over Autism, Sheletta Brundidge speaks with researchers from SPARK, the largest autism study ever conducted. With more than 400,000 participants nationwide, SPARK is changing how we understand autism—but there’s still work to do. Join Sheletta as she amplifies the call for inclusion in autism research and shows how every family’s story can help spark change.

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23:06

Empowering Families with the Parent Support Outreach...

Taking Authority Over Autism ·

2025/10/14

In this episode of Taking Authority Over Autism, host Sheletta Brundidge highlights Washington County’s Parent Support Outreach Program (P.S.O.P.), a resource designed to help families access support before a crisis hits. Learn how P.S.O.P. connects parents with tools, guidance, and community to strengthen families raising children with autism and beyond.

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19:20

PACER’s Tech Expo

Taking Authority Over Autism ·

2025/10/07

In this episode of Taking Authority Over Autism, host Sheletta Brundidge sits down with the team from PACER.org to talk about their upcoming Tech Expo on October 11th. Discover how innovative technology is helping families and individuals with autism gain independence, confidence, and connection. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation about resources that make a real difference.#TakingAuthorityOverAutism #ShelettaBrundidge #PACERCenter #AutismAwareness #TechForGood

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20:39

Sober Celebrations with Kul Mocks

Taking Authority Over Autism ·

2025/09/30

On this episode of Taking Authority Over Autism, host Sheletta Brundidge chats with the owner of Kul Mocks, a women-owned company making delicious, ready-to-drink mocktails. They talk about how these alcohol-free beverages are creating inclusive celebrations for families who want to enjoy parties and social gatherings without the risks of alcohol. Tune in to learn how Kul Mocks is changing the way we toast life’s biggest moments.

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21:35

Learn to eat healthy at NorthPoint

Taking Authority Over Autism ·

2025/09/23

After seeing a spike in her blood pressure and cholesterol levels, Sheletta tapped her friends at NorthPoint Health & Wellness for tips so she could learn to eat right so she could manage diabetes and heart disease on the latest episode of her podcast. To learn about NorthPoint's services, log on to northpointhealth.org.

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