Autastic: A Comedians Guide to Autism
248 episodes - English - Latest episode: 22 days ago - ★★★★★ - 406 ratingsGraham Kay and Kirk Smith are two comedians living in Los Angeles. Kirk has a teenaged son with Autism and Graham has an autistic adult brother. Together they talk about the lighter side of living with and coping with autism.
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JJ goes on a cruise and Peter stops drinking!
August 29, 2018 23:11 - 30 minutes - 35.3 MBJJ goes on a cruise and Peter stops drinking! Also Kirk is in Edinburgh at the Fringe festival.
Building a house for a boy with Autism and Movie going options?
July 28, 2018 14:53 - 28 minutes - 32.2 MBKirk is building a house in Ecuador for a boy with Autism. Shout put Chris Franklin the bloke from Australia. Peter is going to a family reunion.
Building a house in Ecuador for a boy with autism
July 21, 2018 18:27 - 29 minutes - 33.2 MBThis week we build a house for a boy with autism. This family is a single mom, 7 children. Four boys and three girls. One of the boys is severely autistic, has ms, and epilepsy . We are going to build this family a house! You can get involved. ALL OF YOUR AUGUST PATREON DONATIONS GO TO BUILD THIS HOUSE! Love you guys.
Tools to measure autism stress and Brain fingerprints
July 14, 2018 06:00 - 34 minutes - 39.4 MBTools to autism stress and your brain fingerprint. Graham's telling us about traveling to Philly.
It's probably not your fault. Also can Stimming actually help?
July 07, 2018 21:33 - 25 minutes - 28.8 MBNPR covers stimming. Also let the guilt go, it probably not your fault .
Father's day episode and Peter calls in.
June 17, 2018 22:45 - 36 minutes - 41.9 MBThis week we talk about Fathers days and Peter calls in.
JJ destroys his computer, Andreas Forsland stops by, and Graham does like apples and
June 14, 2018 20:14 - 30 minutes - 35.4 MBJJ's computer is almost toast, Graham is on the high see, and we have an interview. This week we interview Andreas Forsland the CEO of a Company called Cognixion. The app is Speakprose. It will be available in the Apple App Store soon. http://www.cognixion.com/speakprose/ FAQ: It's free to download and use all the basic conversational features including: - Academy - a group of chatbots that simulate different real world social scenarios for practicing communication usin...
Accessibility live from Apples App development conference
June 07, 2018 09:32 - 35 minutes - 40.8 MBThis week Kirk travels to WWDC for interviews: What’s new from Apple - Sarah Herrlinger, director of accessibility programs at Apple - Sarah shares the latest accessibility tech features available to the ASD community. - Discussion about why Apple is so focused on accessibility. - Insight on the importance of designing products for users of all abilities. App Development for the Autism Community - David Niemeijer, CEO of AssistiveWare (maker of Proloquo2Go) - In addition ...
Zinc and Copper levels in teeth? And antiepileptic drugs and their affect on autism.
June 05, 2018 02:30 - 22 minutes - 26 MBScientists can measure the level of zinc and copper in teeth and can tell a lot about Autism. Also we talk a little about the connection of epilepsy and autism. Planning a vacation for JJ so we can repair the floors and wall. Graham gets a new nickname. Pete is watching the dog this week.
Elaine Hall from the Miracle Project!
May 28, 2018 23:41 - 29 minutes - 33.7 MBThis week we have Elaine Hall who created the Autism Musical. A documentary was made of it that was nominated for an Emmy. She also wrote the book, Now I see the moon.
Cave drawings are my people with Autism?
May 15, 2018 22:21 - 26 minutes - 30.8 MBThis week we discuss people with Autism benefiting society from the very beginning. Art work done by people with autism?? Also Graham hosts an event and JJ is getting wood floors.
Battle of the sexes!
May 08, 2018 21:08 - 28 minutes - 32.8 MBThis week Jill Escher talks about having the difference between having a boy and girl with autism. She has a girl and boy with autism and talks about the differences.
Julia from Sesame street is on TV. Also Graham is in the #1 movie!
April 30, 2018 01:27 - 23 minutes - 26.9 MBJulia the Sesame Character from their online website transitions to the big screen. Also Graham is in the #1 movie in the country!
Pro Baseball player with Autism signed!
April 24, 2018 20:45 - 37 minutes - 42.5 MBPro Baseball player with Autism signs with the Royals. Reggie Sanders was integral in putting together a program for people with autism. Also a Chicago genetics study allows you to participate in a new study.
Studies on pain receptors and Peter calls in.
April 18, 2018 18:45 - 27 minutes - 31.5 MBNew studies into pain receptors and Peter calls in. Honestly this just highlights the need for more research.
NBA making adjustments and also your Letters
April 09, 2018 18:50 - 33 minutes - 38.4 MBLetter we get letters, we get lots and lots of letters. Rooms in the NBA for people with Autism.
Whose autism diagnosis gets overlooked the most?
March 23, 2018 19:00 - 28 minutes - 32.7 MBWhose autism diagnosis get overlooked the most? Also JJ loves his Spark and Peter tries lemon water.
How does Autism affect sleep?
March 17, 2018 19:00 - 30 minutes - 34.5 MBThis week, we talk about how does autism affect sleep. Also a podcast says, Feral children from accient times were children with autism? Also should Kirk but a motorcycle?
What does High functioning mean?
March 12, 2018 22:19 - 26 minutes - 30.1 MBThis week we cover an article from a mother who refuses to call her son high functioning.
ASD life expectancy? 36 years old?
March 05, 2018 20:59 - 26 minutes - 30.8 MBThis week we talk about life expectancy of people who are severely ASD.
Study on Ultrasounds and autism also Your letters
March 01, 2018 21:54 - 26 minutes - 29.8 MBStudy on Ultrasounds and autism shows there is not a connection. Also we read your letters.
Bleach as a cure?
February 20, 2018 20:00 - 28 minutes - 33 MBThis week someone else gives their child bleach as a treatment for Autism. PLEASE do not do this.
Study of brain patterns: Autism vs Bipolar
February 16, 2018 08:32 - 20 minutes - 23.2 MBStudy discusses the connection between autism and Bi-polar. Also Peter makes Graham dinner.
Peter's mom !
February 09, 2018 09:48 - 27 minutes - 31.9 MBThis week Peter's Mom Constance Graham stops but and we chit chat.
Does being bilingual help Autism?
January 31, 2018 20:43 - 26 minutes - 30.5 MBBeing bilingual helps improv your mind according to the news. Also, Peter moving to Alcohol free beer?
STOP...SPANISH episode- from Ecuador
January 27, 2018 20:25 - 55 minutes - 63.7 MBThis week Kirk is on a Spanish Radio Program about Autism in Guayaquil Ecuador. Next week we will be back with a regular autastic episode.
Weight issues with Autism - Genetics?
January 27, 2018 20:20 - 25 minutes - 29.6 MBScientist discover genes play a roll in weight gain and Autism.
Live from Guayaquil Ecuador
January 08, 2018 06:44 - 28 minutes - 32.4 MBWe interview a couple that runs a radio program about autism in Ecuador.
Star War episode
December 29, 2017 07:25 - 25 minutes - 29.5 MBSpoilers: we talk about Star wars this week
Christmas episode and Peter has a boys night out
December 21, 2017 18:55 - 25 minutes - 29.1 MBThis week is the Christmas episode and Peter has a boys night out.
Curb your enthusiasm covers autism
December 09, 2017 02:56 - 27 minutes - 31.3 MBThis week we discuss Larry David's curbed your enthusiasm and Peter loses his job. :(
Graham saying this is our best episode ever?
November 29, 2017 01:33 - 31 minutes - 36 MBGraham says this is our best episode ever! Jill Escher, our roving reporter, recently attended the Autism Law Summit, an annual event hosted by Autism Speaks, that focuses on creating mandates for autism insurance coverage in every state, an effort that's been incredibly successful so far. She talked with two of the participants about the work they do in their states, Washington and Massachusetts. Names: Arzu Forough WASHINGTON AUTISM ALLIANCE & ADVOCACY Catherine Boyle, Autism Hou...
Peter losses weight
November 21, 2017 22:47 - 25 minutes - 29.1 MBPeter loses 2 pounds. We talk about The Good Doctor and Atypical.
Addiction
October 30, 2017 22:09 - 23 minutes - 26.7 MBThis week we talk about addiction as it related to Autism.
Exceptional Minds...an exceptional company
October 20, 2017 19:00 - 21 minutes - 25.1 MBThis week we talk to the CEO of Exceptional Minds Ernie Merlan and student there Andrew Turney. Ernie Merlan, Executive Director Exceptional Minds received “Excellence in Education Award” Andrew Turney, student of the program (Dee can you fill in a description of Andrew here?) web site: http://www.exceptionalmindsstudio.org Twitter handle: @ExMinds Videos: Animation Reel 2017 https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=5&v=WovIZBTrVXM
Sesame Street interview
October 15, 2017 07:30 - 24 minutes - 27.7 MBWe interview Jeanette Betancourt from Sesame St. , who's show was just recognized for their work with the disabled community. Sesame Workshop received “Community & Progress Award” Jeanette Betancourt, Senior Vice President for U.S. Social Impact at Sesame Workshop o She directs the development and implementation of community and family engagement initiatives making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children and their families. Prior to joining Sesame Workshop, Dr. Betan...
Disability Rights Legal Center Event!
October 13, 2017 20:36 - 29 minutes - 33.2 MBThis week we attend the DRLC event at Fox Studios. We interview Maronel Barajas, Director of Litigation at the DRLC (Disability Rights Legal Center) and Sarah Herrlinger from Apple. o Maronel supervises all litigation efforts by DRLC. Throughout her career, she has worked on complex civil rights cases in the areas of disability law, housing, education and employment and has been litigating disability rights cases exclusively for approximately 10 years. web site link: http://drlcen...
Autism and Epilepsy
September 30, 2017 01:02 - 24 minutes - 28 MBThis week, JJ has a epileptic seizure and discuss its connection to autism.
Graham is on the high seas, JJ is blowing kisses to dad.
September 24, 2017 23:27 - 20 minutes - 23.5 MBEp. 105: Graham is on the high seas, JJ is blowing kisses to dad.
Are you expectations for your too low?
September 10, 2017 20:17 - 27 minutes - 31.3 MBWe cover a great article in the NY Times about a person with Autism who exceeded his parents expectations. Sometimes it seems we are not able to track the progress people will make and we don't have realistic exceptions...our expectations are too low.
No one person speaks for the whole Autism community
September 07, 2017 05:56 - 25 minutes - 29.3 MBThis week we discuss how no one person speaks for the whole Autism community. Also Kirk finishes up at the Edinburgh fringe, and the reviews are in...we discuss.
You can be part of an Autism research project!
August 23, 2017 19:00 - 23 minutes - 26.7 MBThis week we talk to Dr. Lord from the Center for the Autism and Developing Brain. They have a large study opening up. You can be a part. The Center for Autism and the Developing Brain (CADB) teamed up with the Simons Foundation Autism Research Initiative (SFARI) to share information about a new research study called SPARK. SPARK is a free online study with a simple mission: to speed up research and advance the understanding of autism. SPARK aims to be the largest study of its kind with ...
Peter has more jobs and Kirk had a great time in Sweden with JJ
August 20, 2017 19:30 - 20 minutes - 23.9 MBThis week, Peter gets more jobs and is doing great. Kirk is in Sweden to see JJ. JJ decides to shave his own head, pictures on Kirk's instagram.
We celebrate the 100th episode
August 14, 2017 11:41 - 22 minutes - 25.9 MBUnbelievable we have done 100 episodes, This week we talk about some of our favorite moments. Thank you so much for the support, we love you guys.
Scams targeting people with Autism
August 09, 2017 02:03 - 26 minutes - 30.1 MBIn the news, there are scams targeting people with Autism. Also Graham does not want to go on a romantic getaway with Peter to the Bahamas and Graham is flustered with Kirk's disroganization
Science about autism's link to smoking and Schizophrenia
July 28, 2017 19:00 - 23 minutes - 27.3 MBThis week we talk about the link between grandma's smoking and their grandkids autism. Also we talk about links between autism and Schizophrenia. http://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/uk-shops-fall-quiet-autism-autistic-people-toys-r-us-clarks-national-autistic-society-a7855956.html https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/brain-tissue-study-deepens-autism-schizophrenia-link/ https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/the-social-ties-between-autism-and-schizoph...