Autism Live
2,579 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsThe #1 rated autism podcast worldwide. Autism Live’s mission is to provide information and inspiration to the larger autism community, that starts with individuals on the spectrum but includes everyone who loves and cares for those individuals. Host Shannon Penrod shares the Jargon of the Day, interviews with experts, community events and much more. Viewers are invited to interact live to address questions, concerns and topics of interests.
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Autism Live 4.26.24: Christine and Abbey Romeo
April 26, 2024 17:00 - 1 hour - 68.2 MBFor the first time, Shannon welcomes Christine and Abbey Romeo form Netflix's "Love on the Spectrum". Shannon discusses the jargon Masking.
Autism Live 4. 25.24: Jennifer Yakos
April 25, 2024 17:00 - 1 hour - 60.2 MBAutism expert, Jennifer Yakos joins Shannon to talk about education and training those with individuals on the spectrum. How can people get more training? Shannon presents the jargon term "Celeration" for the first time.
Autism Live 4.24.24: Marcy Fibrow
April 24, 2024 18:00 - 1 hour - 60.2 MBAutism expert Marcy Fibrow joins the program to talk about supporting autism in the classroom. What is the evaluation you can ask for to qualify for a 1:1 aide and much more. Shannon shares the Jargon of the Day: Premack Prinicple
Autism Live 4.23.24: Lillian Carrier
April 23, 2024 19:41 - 1 hour - 58.5 MBLillian Carrier joins Shannon to talk about Ourtism, the non-profit started by Lillian and sister Chloe to support neurodivergent individuals. For more information visit: https://www.ourtism.org/.
Autism Live 4. 22.24: Lisa Ackerman
April 22, 2024 20:34 - 1 hour - 56.5 MBLisa Ackerman, founder of The Autism Community in Action, (TACA) joins Shannon to talk about new trends and TACA updates including their conferences. For more information visit: www.tacanow.org
Autism Live 4.19.24: Jennifer Barreto
April 19, 2024 17:00 - 58 minutes - 54 MBShannon is joined by autism expert Jennifer Barreto. The very serious topic of self-injurious behavior is discussed. What is self injurious behavior and what can be done to stop it? This is an important show, you don't want to miss it.
Autism Live 4.18.24: Dr. Temple Grandin
April 18, 2024 17:00 - 1 hour - 58.1 MBTemple Grandin talks with Shannon about her new book: Different Kinds of Minds: A guide to Your Brain. Dr. Grandin also answers questions from viewers around the world! For more information visit: https://www.templegrandin.com/ #templegrandin
Autism Live 4.17.24: Thomas A. McKean
April 17, 2024 22:33 - 1 hour - 64.3 MBSpencer Harte and Naomi Rubin from the Easter Seals Disability Film Challenge nominee CARPS join to talk about their film. Watch CARPS here: https://youtu.be/k2Mgk688Jv4 Author and Advocate Thomas McKean joins Shannon to talk about IDENTITY and why this is such a "hot button topic" in the autism community.
Autism Live 4.12.24: Katelyn Giboney
April 12, 2024 18:00 - 59 minutes - 55.4 MBOn this episode Shannon welcomes Katelyn Giboney to talk about treatment and supports for teens and adults on the autism spectrum. Can ABA still help teens and adults? Is there a difference in the treatment plan for adults? How can parents support teens and adults who do not work on things like anxiety? How can parents help their teen and adult children while listening and honoring the individual’s wishes. Jargon of the Day: DRA.
Autism Live 4.11.24- HURDLE
April 11, 2024 18:00 - 52 minutes - 71.9 MBEd Couture and Shane Campfield share information about HURDLE and how they are supporting those on the spectrum. Jargon: Sensory Processing
Autism Live 4.10.24: Amanda Ralston
April 10, 2024 23:05 - 1 hour - 57.1 MBAmanda Ralston from NOnBinary Solutions visits to to give update on the software that she hopes will revolutionize autism treatment. For more information visit: https://www.nonbinarysolutions.com/ Jargon of the day: Joint Attention
Autism Live 4.8.24: Sara Bradford
April 08, 2024 21:37 - 1 hour - 58.3 MBSara Bradford aka SJ Childs joins Shannon to talk about the SJ Childs Global Network and the upcoming International Autism Summit. For more information about the summit visit: https://sjchilds.org/ SJ Childs LLC is committed to bringing value to the community through education, resources, and building a community of inclusion, and understanding for Autism. sjchilds.org Shannon also shares the jargon of the day: Prosody.
Autism Live 4.6.24- Lois Jean Brady
April 06, 2024 18:00 - 59 minutes - 55.2 MBNew CEO of Autism Digest shares information about the new 25 Year Anniversary Edition that is FREE during the month of April! Jargon of the Day: Receptive Language.
Autism Live 4.5.24: Julie Matthews
April 05, 2024 18:00 - 1 hour - 89.8 MBAuthor, Researcher, Nutritionist Julie Matthews shares critical information about the impact of diet on Autism.
Autism Live 4.4.24- Coby Bird
April 04, 2024 18:00 - 1 hour - 113 MBActor Coby Bird (Locke and Key/The Good Doctor) joins for this special hour talking about identity, passions and influences.
Autism Live 4.3.24: Thomas Iland
April 03, 2024 20:40 - 1 hour - 88.4 MBAuthor, Advocate and Speaker Thomas Iland talk about mental health for adults on the spectrum and his new book. Jargon of the day: Chaining
Autism Live 4.1.24- Dr. Stephen Shore
April 01, 2024 18:49 - 1 hour - 58.1 MBOn this episode Dr. Stephen Shore joins Shannon to talk about his life and work in the autism community. Dr. Stephen Shore is famous for many things, including the sayings, “When you meet one person with autism, you have met one person with autism.” And “The potential of autism people is unlimited – just like everyone else.” Dr. Shore is a Professor of Special Education at Adelphi University. He has written the books that include: College for Students with Disabilities, Understanding Autis...
Autism Live 3.27.24: Chrisa Sadd and Thomas Iland
March 27, 2024 18:56 - 1 hour - 62 MBOn today’s show Chrisa Sadd, LMFT joins Shannon to talk about the importance of mental health for the whole family. Chrisa has been working with the special needs community since 2003. She has extensive experience working with families, siblings, caregivers, children, and young adults. For many years she worked as a behavior analyst, social skills teacher, including working at VISTA DEL MAR. Providing psychotherapy services for the special needs community and others. “I love the work tha...
Autism Live 3.25.24: Harrie James O'Kelley and Rabbi Jackie Redner
March 25, 2024 18:40 - 1 hour - 58.7 MBOn this episode Shannon welcomed Harrie James O’Kelley, from The O’Kelley Lab, and Rabbi Jackie Redner, from the Vista Del Mar “Nes ga dol” program, to talk about The Neurodiversity of Kindness event happening on April 7th as part of the Vista Del Mar’s “House of Lovingkindness” program. This free event will feature a choir made up of individuals on the spectrum as well as residence that live at Vista, as well as performances and presentations by Spec Labs, Dani Bowman, Ballet For All Kids...
Autism Live Parent to Parent: When your school says your child doesn't qualify for an IEP.
March 20, 2024 20:23 - 1 hour - 67.5 MBIn this special viewer requested episode, Shannon Penrod gives the Parent to Parent talk on what to do when the school says your child with ASD doesn’t qualify for an IEP and what to do when the school says they want to declassify your child with ASD, so they are no longer receiving Special Education Services. What do you do? Do you celebrate or fight? What argument do you make to get your child services and how do you know when to let the services go? These are difficult waters to navi...
Autism Live 3.13.2.4 with Judi Uttal
March 13, 2024 23:12 - 1 hour - 56.9 MBOn Wednesday's show, Shannon welcomes Judi Uttal from the Autism in Entertainment Conference. This first of what we hope will be many conferences will showcase the many ways in which individuals on the spectrum can and do work in the field of entertainment. Employers will be present sharing and learning along side those who hope to work/or work more in the entertainment field. For more information and to register for the conference visit: https://autisminentertainment.org/. Shannon also s...
Let's Talk Movies with Moira and Shannon: Oscar Special
March 06, 2024 23:43 - 1 hour - 74.2 MBMoira and Shannon discuss their Oscar hopes, snubs and long shots.
Autism Live 2.28.24: Dr. Megan A. Neff
February 28, 2024 21:06 - 1 hour - 55 MBShannon is joined by Dr. Megan Anna Neff to discuss her new book, Self-Care for Autistic People: 100+ Ways to Recharge, De-stress, and Unmask. Self-care is an essential component of a well-rounded life. Self-Care for Autistic People offers practical strategies for regulating emotions, identifying signs of burnout, forming healthy boundaries, and so much more. With more than 100 activities speaking to common challenges faced by autistic people, such as executive functioning difficulties and s...
Autism Live Parent to Parent: ABA Basics
February 21, 2024 23:26 - 1 hour - 82 MBShannon Penrod, author of Autism: Parent to Parent, gives a basic, but thorough talk about what ABA is, especially when used to treat autism. This is a talk that is geared toward parents but is also ideal for individuals who are on the spectrum and have heard negative things about ABA, to decern what is the intent and practice of ABA. When armed with this knowledge people can easily spot situations in which people are claiming to do ABA, but instead are doing something that is harmful or pot...
Autism Live 2.19.24: Preview of the Concert for Autism Care Today
February 19, 2024 21:10 - 51 minutes - 47.5 MBShannon welcomes guests Katrina Aguilar and Brad Ellis who will both be performing at the Concert for Autism Care Today on Sunday February 25 at 5pm!
Let's Talk Movies February 2024
February 12, 2024 20:24 - 1 hour - 55.5 MBMoira and Shannon discuss their thoughts and feelings about the films, Poor Things, Anatomy of a Fall, Zone of Interest, Killers of the Flower Moon, Nyad, The Holdovers, and more. You won’t want to miss hearing about what they LOVED and what they HATED. Spoiler Alert: We may have to hose Shannon down, she has some pretty incendiary things to say about at least one of the movies!
Autism Live 2.5.24: Jargon of the Day- Neurodiversity and Guests Clifford Bell and George Steeves
February 05, 2024 21:55 - 1 hour - 56.2 MBShannon talks with Cabaret performer, director and producer Clifford Bell about a new show he has coming up to benefit Autism Care Today! Clifford is joined by one of the performers featured in the Concert to Benefit Autism Care Today. George Steeves, well known for his one man shows discusses what he will be performing in the show and the other performances on the bill, including Christopher Tenney and Katrina Aguilar. The concert will be held on February 25th at 5pm. At the Hollywood Club ...
Autism Live 1.31.24: Jargon of the Day: Sensory Diet and Special Guest Joshua Pitney
January 31, 2024 20:54 - 59 minutes - 54.5 MBOn this show Shannon Penrod welcomes Joshua Pitney. Joshua is an emerging filmmaker and a self-advocate. Joshua shares his journey from young childhood to now being a college student on a mission to create films that positively impact viewers. Shannon also shares the jargon of the day: Sensory Diet.
Autism Live 1.29.24: M& J Games
January 29, 2024 20:13 - 1 hour - 56.9 MBWhat’s Next? Dr. Christopher Manente, Founding Executive Director of the Rutgers Center for Adult Autism Services joins Marlee Aversa, Founder and CEO of M&J Games to chat with Shannon about their collaboration on a new game called “What’s Next?” This unique game has much to offer individuals on the Spectrum, tune in to hear the full details. In Jargon of the day Shannon explains Idiosyncratic Language
Autism Live 1.24.24: Jargon of the Day: CBT and Guest Dani Bowman
January 24, 2024 21:01 - 1 hour - 59 MBIn this episode, Shannon discusses the Jargon of the Day: CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) Then, Dani Bowman, star of Love on the Spectrum US, talks with Shannon Penrod about Season 2 of Love on the Spectrum and her ongoing search for love. Dani is an accomplished animator with her own studio, Danimation Films. Dani also teaches art and animation to students all over the world. #LoveontheSpectrum2 #danimationfilms #Danikissingcupcakes
Autism Live 1.22.24: Visit Anaheim
January 22, 2024 22:43 - 1 hour - 57.8 MBShannon is joined by Emmy Award-Winning journalist Gabriela Teissier and Sue O’Shea the Senior Director of Marketing at Visit Anaheim. Visit Anaheim has taken the unprecedented step to become a Certified Autism Center™ (CAC), which is a designation granted by the International Board of Credentialling and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). IBCCES awards this credential to organizations whose staff have completed specialized training and a certification process to better understand and...
Autism Live: 1.17.24 Special Guest Temple Grandin
January 17, 2024 18:32 - 1 hour - 57 MBDr. Temple Grandin joins Shannon in this extended show to talk about identity, especially as it relates to career. Dr. Grandin also answers questions from viewers around the world.
Autism Live: Parent to Parent: Top 10 Tips for IEP Prep
January 11, 2024 19:16In this episode, Shannon shares her Top Ten Tips for IEP Prep.
Autism Live: Parent to Parent: Top 10 Tips fro IEP Prep
January 11, 2024 19:16In this episode, Shannon shares her Top Ten Tips for IEP Prep.
Autism Live: Let's Talk Movies 1.10.24
January 10, 2024 21:03 - 1 hour - 64 MBIn this episode, Shannon and Moira discuss the films that are currently streaming and give their votes for Emmy contenders.
Autism Live 1.8.23: Jargon of the Day and Special Guest Cassie Gonzalez
January 08, 2024 21:34 - 58 minutes - 53.5 MBOn this first new episode of 2024, Shannon welcomes Cassin Gonzales to the show to talk about a new program in California designed to help parents and caregivers face stressors and challenges while helping their children on the autism spectrum. Parents of newly diagnosed children are encouraged to register for the 7 week virtual class by visiting: https://dornsife.usc.edu/autismfs-lab/research/
Autism Live: Jargon of the Day- Compassionate ABA
December 18, 2023 19:27 - 1 hour - 58 MBOn this episode of Jargon of the Day, Shannon welcomes Dr. Johnathan Tarbox to discuss Compassionate ABA.
Autism Live 12.13.23: The Ed Asner Family Center
December 13, 2023 19:54 - 1 hour - 60.3 MBIn this episode, Shannon interviews Matt Asner and Navah Paskowitz-Asner about the yearly reading of "it's Wonderful Life" and upcoming fundraiser at the Ed Asner Family Center.
Autism Live 12.11.23: Parent to Parent- Special Guest Laurie Bauersach
December 11, 2023 20:16 - 1 hour - 58.7 MBShannon welcomes Laurie Bauersach, host of Autism Journey with Elijah and co-founder of Autism Affirmation Clothing. Laurie and Shannon talk about parenting challenges, IEPs, being in the public eye, sensory friendly clothing and much more.
Autism Live: Jargon of the Day: Joint Attention
December 06, 2023 19:59 - 1 hour - 58.8 MBIn this episode, Shannon discusses the jargon of the day: Joint Attention. Then she welcomes author Christina Adams.
Autism Live: Parent to Parent: Top Ten Tips for Holiday Success
December 04, 2023 20:15 - 1 hour - 93.6 MBAre you dreading the holiday season? What if you could not only survive it, but find the way to thrive in it with your child on the spectrum? Wouldn’t that be great? Autism Live Host Shannon Penrod shares her top ten tips for success during the holiday season. Included are discussions on how and when to attend holiday gatherings, ways to make it fun for everyone and how to make everyone feel included. #AutismParenting #AutismHolidayTips #AutismHolidaySuccess
Autism Live: Parent to Parent: Top Ten Tips for Improving Your Child’s Diet
November 30, 2023 17:42 - 1 hour - 86.6 MBShannon Penrod, Host of Autism Live, gives great tips for improving your child’s diet without creating bigger problems. Food is a primary reinforcer, it makes us happy, and we all feel very particular about what we like and don’t like to eat. How many of us would be happy if we were told we could only eat wax beans from now on and we could never have ice cream again in our lives? We wouldn’t be happy. We might even throw a tantrum! Why would our kids on the spectrum feel any differently...
Autism Live Toy Guide Part 2
November 30, 2023 17:36 - 1 hour - 95.6 MBIn this episode, Shannon shares her reviews on some more of the award winning toy's in Autism Live's Festival of Toys. To see these toys and where to buy them, check out our YouTube page!
Autism Live 2023 Toy Guide Review Part 3
November 30, 2023 17:32 - 55 minutes - 75.8 MBPart Three of Autism Live's 2023 Toy Guide Review. Here Shannon reviews more award winning toys from Autism Live's Festival of Toys. To see these toys and where to buy them, check out our YouTube page!
Autism Live: 2023 Toy Review Part 1
November 20, 2023 20:10 - 1 hour - 87.3 MBIn this episode, Shannon gives her reviews for the winners on the Autism Live Toy Guide 2023. This is part one and will be followed up by parts 2 and 3 in the next few weeks.
Autism Live: Jargon of the Day: Antecedent Intervention
November 15, 2023 19:48 - 1 hour - 88.1 MBShannon discusses the jargon of the day: Antecedent Intervention and welcomes Autism Advocates and Special Lab Artists Anthony Vasquez and Caroline Corry.
Autism Live: Parent to Parent: Top Ten Gifts for toys for Individuals on the Autism Spectrum
November 13, 2023 20:50 - 1 hour - 90.4 MBShannon Penrod, host of Autism Live and curator of the Autism Live Toy & Gift Guide for over 10 years shares her tips on what to look for when looking for a gift or toy for someone on the spectrum. Should you get toys and gifts that play to a person’s strengths or weaknesses. Tune in to find out.
Autism Live: Top Ten Things I Learned at the TACA Conference
October 23, 2023 20:08 - 1 hour - 29.8 MBIn this episode, Shannon shares the top ten things she learned at the recent TACA Conference.
Autism Live: Parent to Parent Top Ten Tips for Bedtime Success
October 16, 2023 22:54 - 1 hour - 85 MBWhen bedtime is stressful no one benefits. Shannon Penrod, host of Autism Live, shares her favorite tips for creating success at bedtime. If you think you’ve tried everything and nothing has worked, it might be time to start over and try all of tips together. Which issue are you struggling with? Your child won’t go to sleep? Your child won’t sleep alone? Your child will only sleep in your bed? Your child gets up multiple times? Let’s talk about all of these scenarios and chart a course...
Autism Live Parent to Parent: How To Teach Compliance the Right Way
October 11, 2023 20:16 - 1 hour - 29.6 MBWe all dream of having happy children that we can say, “Put on your shoes! It’s time to get in the car and go to school!” and they just do it. But when you have a child on the spectrum with a communication delay or disorder, it can seem like an impossible dream. Even worse you hear horror stories about children who were taught to be compliant so the didn’t know how to protect themselves from other’s ill wishes. It’s a nightmare. None of us wants children who are just blindly compliant. ...