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Harold “Hackie” Reitman is an orthopedic surgeon, former professional heavyweight boxer, entrepreneur, philanthropist, filmmaker, neurodiversity advocate and author of the book Aspertools: The Practical Guide for Understanding and Embracing Asperger’s, Autism Spectrum Disorders and Neurodiversity. Listen to the Episode below (00:25:49)   Hackie’s Story: Hackie’s entire interest in Neurodiversity was inspired by his daughter Rebecca, a successful mathematician. Her bravery inspired Hackie to write, produce and co- direct the movie...

Mari Nosal received her B.A. in psychology and her Masters degree in Educational Foundations. She has over 30 years’ experience within the human services and educational fields. She has worked with parents, educators and children with special needs. She is a published author, autism advocate, blogger, mom, wife. Listen to the Episode below (00:19:07)   Mari’s Story: Mari’s son had experienced many school issues before he was diagnosed with Aspergers....

Derek Volk is a businessman, supporter of Autism awareness, philanthropist, and author of the book: Chasing the Rabbit – A Dad’s Life Raising His Son on the Spectrum. Derek actively participates on the Maine Business Leadership Network (BLN), a national organization that focuses on connecting employers with employees who have disabilities. His own company currently employs those who are deaf, blind and on the Autism Spectrum. Listen to the Episode...

Barry Prizant is one of the world’s leading authorities on autism, with more than 40 years experience as a scholar, researcher, and international consultant for individuals with autism and their families. He’s an adjunct professor at Brown University and author of Uniquely Human. Listen to the Episode below (00:16:06)   Barry’s Story: How is Barry’s new book, Uniquely Human, helping people better understand autism? For years Barry has published professional journals in...

We’re talking to Dr. Robert Jason Grant creator of AutPlay® Therapy – a play therapy based approach to working with children. It combines the therapeutic powers of play therapy, behavioral therapy, and relationship development in a collaborative model to help kids and teens. Listen to the Episode below (00:23:00)   Robert’s Story: Hear more about Robert’s journey to start the Autplay program for kids and teens on the Autism spectrum....

Steve Silberman has covered science and cultural affairs for WIRED and other national magazines for more than twenty years. His writing has appeared in The New Yorker,TIME, Nature, and Salon. He lives in San Francisco. Listen to the Episode below (00:34:40)   Steve’s Story:   Steve became interested in autism after meeting a few people in Silicon Valley who had children on the autism spectrum. He spent 5 years researching...

Brenda “BK” Bradshaw is a former elementary and middle school teacher, special reading teacher, and assistant professor of elementary education. Brenda has always been immersed in children’s literature and enjoys character-driven stories with meaningful plots. In recent years, her three daughters have given her the inspiration to create the resilient female characters, Crystal Brave and Super Jewels. Listen to the Episode below (00:28:29)   Brenda’s Story: Brenda’s autistic daughter was...

Dr. Linda Barboa holds degrees in speech pathology and audiology, psychology, and early childhood education. She is an experienced speech-language pathologist, with a background as a special education director, director of a center for autism, and university professor. She has worked as an educator in the United States and Europe and has presented numerous programs to professionals across the country. Dr. Barboa is the co-author of several books about autism,...

Dianne Porter is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, working with special needs children and their families for over 28 years. Dianne saw firsthand the isolation and segregation that families with an autistic child experienced. She is the co-founder and CEO of Missing Piece Awareness, a company that trains, certifies and supports businesses and their staff in autism awareness and acceptance (by facilitating interactive on-site trainings) in order to provide inclusive...

Lauren Brukner is a Senior Occupational Therapist who lives in New York City with her husband and three children, two of whom have emotional and sensory integration difficulties. She holds a Master’s of Science in Occupational Therapy from New York University. She wrote two books addressing self-regulation on children. She specializes in sensory integration and self-regulation strategies in children and young people, and their implementation in home, school and community...

Andrew HaHa Ross & Mary Sunshine Ross are better known as Sensory Swim the most requested special needs swim program on the planet. They help kids on the autism spectrum become swimming machines via their extremely enjoyable, exceedingly effective, perfectly fitted, private special needs swim lessons. Listen to the Episode below (00:18:48)   Sensory Swim Story: Andrew and Mary are special education teachers-turned-special-ed-swim instructors. Listen to the audio interview above...

Karen Kabaki-Sisto is a certified Speech-Language Pathologist and Applied Behavioral Analysis instructor. For over 20 years, Karen has been helping children with autism improve their communication abilities. In 2015, she launched “I Can Have Conversations With You!”, a life-changing iPad app to empower people with autism to start, maintain, and end naturally-flowing conversations. Listen to the Episode below (00:21:30)   Karen’s Story: 10 years in the making.  Karen shares her...

Award winning Trips Inc. Special Adventures is a nationwide company that provides all-inclusive vacation packages for people ages 16 and older with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a safe, respectful, and fun atmosphere. All of their special adventures seek to create an environment that promotes personal and emotional growth, friendship, learning and fun! Jim Peterson, the founder of Trips Inc., brings over 35 years of leadership and expertise in both...

Debby Elley is a journalist and mother of twins who have autism. She is co-editor of AuKids magazine, a Positive Parenting Magazine for families with kids on the autism spectrum. Listen to the Episode below (00:19:38)   Debby’s Story: Debby Elley started a positive parenting magazine to help families living with autism. Hear more about Debby’s  journey to start the first positive parenting magazine for parents with kids on the...

Linda Mastroianni is founder of SpeakingAutism.ca and contributing blogger for Huffington Post Canada. She is a certified life coach providing consulting services on issues such as special education, life skills, transition into the workplace, aging out of the school system, employment options and much more. She also has a son that is autistic. She is an active advocate for the education of special needs children that includes a well-developed IEP...