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175: Daniel Stein, Founder; Special Strong, Adaptive Fitness Training

Autism Mastermind - July 11, 2024 07:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Thank you Daniel for joining us! We love the amazing work you are doing for our community. For more information visit: https://www.specialstrong.com/ ________________________________________ We would love a review on Apple Podcast, Spotify or Audible If you have any question, would like to...

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174. Laura Hirsch, Co-Author of "More than Meets the Eye"

Autism Mastermind - June 27, 2024 07:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Welcome Laura to the podcast! Laura has co-authored a book with her son Trevor, an individual who was a non-speaker but has found his voice through Spelling 2 Communicate, music, and by becoming a Divine Messenger. Laura’s Website:  https://www.laurahirschauthor.com/ Amazon link for book Mor...

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173. Perpetual Life Break

Autism Mastermind - June 13, 2024 07:00 - 17 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Hello Masterminds! Welcome to another update show with Vanessa and Malinda. Summer has brought on some changes to our lives and we wanted to share our experiences with you. ________________________________________ We would love a review on Apple Podcast, Spotify or Audible If you have any qu...

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172. Kim Elia, Executive Producer, Introduction to Homeopathy The Film

Autism Mastermind - May 23, 2024 07:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Kim Elia is a world renowned Homeopathic educator with a passion for bringing sound Homeopathy to the world. He is cofounder of WholeHealthNow, providing comprehensive free and affordable educational resources and tools to the Homeopathic Community.  Kim was instrumental in the development o...

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S6: Episode 16: Pat Notaro, Director, Spellers Movie & Underestimated, the Heroic rise of Nonspeaking Spellers, Docuseries

Autism Mastermind - May 09, 2024 07:00 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Pat Notaro III directed the 2023 documentary Spellers, which challenges the idea that nonspeakers with autism are cognitively disabled. The documentary is inspired by the book Underestimated, an Autism Miracle. Also, forthcoming docuseries: Underestimated, the Heroic rise of Nonspeaking Spellers...

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S6: Episode 15: Day Moons and Day Programs

Autism Mastermind - April 11, 2024 07:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Welcome to the Autism Mastermind Podcast. We are two autism moms sharing our experiences. In this episode we are chatting about family updates. The highs and lows of parenting adults on the spectrum. Thank you for joining us! See the video version on youtube  __________________________________...

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S6: Episode 14: Updates and Let Downs

Autism Mastermind - March 14, 2024 07:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Welcome to the Autism Mastermind Podcast. We are two autism moms sharing our experiences. In this episode we are chatting about family updates and giving our recommendations on kitchen things we use.  We are now amazon affiliates and get about ½ a penny per click. Our goal is to be amazon influe...

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S6: Episode 13: Dawnmarie Gaivin, RN, BSN, AT-ACP, Co-Creator of the Spellers Method

Autism Mastermind - February 28, 2024 08:00 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
The Spellers Method™ is a multidisciplinary approach taught to practitioners seeking to deepen their capacity to help nonspeakers. It is an educational model, curriculum, & mentorship program used to provide individualized support across a variety of sensory-motor profiles of students who spell ...

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S6: Episode 12: Some of Our Favorites

Autism Mastermind - February 15, 2024 08:00 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Vanessa and Malinda share 10 things they have used for years! After many many trials with their families- these have stuck around. Thank you everyone for the ongoing support. Find all the links on Amazon: Malinda’s Fav’s  Oxy Powder Vanicream 1ml Syringe no needle Vanessa's also reccom...

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S6: Episode 11: Good Eats

Autism Mastermind - January 25, 2024 08:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Vanessa and Malinda share their journeys to better health for the entire family. Choosing foods that heal and ways they started specialized diets for their children. They are not doctors, they are dedicated moms on a mission to heal. Thank you for listening. website references: https://glutenf...

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S6: Episode 10: Twenty Twenty More

Autism Mastermind - January 04, 2024 08:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
2024 has us looking forward to More roads to travel, More steps to climb, More ways to help ourselves, More ways to help our children and More podcasts to produce. Cheers to More this year! What are your goals for the year? If you would like to send Cormac a card, email us for the address email:...

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S6: Episode 9: Looks Like We Made It! Plus Words for 2024 Edition

Autism Mastermind - December 21, 2023 08:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
What a year it has been. Ups and Downs, twists and turns. Congratulations to Vanessa on her college degree! Happy New Year Everyone! What’s your word for 2024? Let us know in the reviews  ________________________________________ We would love a review on Apple Podcast, Spotify or Audible I...

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S6: Episode 8: Let it go or Don’t go. Holiday Edition

Autism Mastermind - December 07, 2023 08:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Vanessa and Malinda celebrate the holidays differently these days. We share updates and how we celebrate this season. Have a very Merry season everyone! Thank you for listening.  ________________________________________ We would love a review on Apple Podcast, Spotify or Audible If you hav...

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S6: Episode 7: Andrea Pollack, Founder, Autism Parent Solutions

Autism Mastermind - November 16, 2023 08:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Andrea is the founder of Autism Parent Solutions, a company that provides resources and support to parents of children with autism. Andrea is also a certified autism specialist and a member of the board of directors of the Autism Society of America. In the podcast episode, Andrea talks about...

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S6: Episode 6: Crab Pizza with a side of Ice Cream

Autism Mastermind - November 02, 2023 07:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Happy 18th Birthday to Cormac! In this episode Vanessa and Malinda chat about current happenings in our kids lives (and a sprinkle of ours).  ________________________________________ We would love a review on Apple Podcast, Spotify or Audible If you have any question, would like to be a ...

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S6: Episode 5: Sivan Hong, Author and Illustrator, Super Fun Day Books

Autism Mastermind - October 19, 2023 07:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Sivan, a mother of two boys, is the author and illustrator of the bestselling children’s book series Super Fun Day Books, which shares social stories about kids with neurodiversity (autism, ADHD, dyslexia, etc.). Despite having ADHD, Sivan’s remarkable career includes esteemed positions as a p...

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S6: Episode 4: Mindful Movement & Breathwork - Cami & Michele, founders, InnerPeace

Autism Mastermind - October 05, 2023 07:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
On this episode we dive into the world of mindful movements and pranayama breathwork, specifically tailored to benefit moms of neurodiverse kids. Thank you for joining us Cami and Michele!  Michele Rooney, MS, PT, is a physical therapist with over 24 years in professional practice.  She comple...

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S6: Episode 3: Get off the Ferris Wheel

Autism Mastermind - September 21, 2023 07:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Hello Everyone Thank you for being here with us. In this episode we chat about these places:  https://www.fredfinch.org/ https://www.positivedevelopment.com/ Miracle Morning  https://miraclemorning.com/   ________________________________________ We would love a review on Apple Po...

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S6: Episode 2: Robert Freiri, Executive Director, Gateway Center

Autism Mastermind - September 07, 2023 07:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
At the Gateway Center of Monterey County, Care & Compassion can be seen in all its programs—including the Without Walls program (WOW), which is designed to meet the needs of adults transitioning out of the classroom setting. As individuals with developmental disabilities progress out of the sc...

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Season 6: Episode 1 Hello There

Autism Mastermind - August 24, 2023 07:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Hello Everyone  Welcome to Season Six! This first episode of the season we are giving some updates and our plans for the future. This year will be a hard transiton for our kids. We are going to take you with us; all of the highs, lows, screams into pillows, big smiles and big gains.  Thank y...

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S5: Episode 26: Erin Tullius, Heart Wing Healing/The AutoCOMMUNITY Podcast

Autism Mastermind - August 17, 2023 07:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
When her son was diagnosed with PANS in 2006, Erin left the doctor's office completely defeated and with little to no guidance. She also knew that the few treatments offered showed little promise. Armed with a computer and a curious mind, she began seeking out other mothers like herself and foun...

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S5: Episode 25: Erin Clarelli, CEO/ Owner & Occupational Therapist of Sunrise Therapies

Autism Mastermind - July 06, 2023 07:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Erin Clarelli has been an occupational therapist for 7 years.  She focuses on the art of BEING. Being fully who I am, and supporting you and your family in being fully who you are and feeling great about that.  At Sunrise, they are on a mission to include ALL individuals in our world and make ...

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S5: Episode 24: Punks for Autism

Autism Mastermind - June 15, 2023 07:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Punks for Autism is not just a clothing brand; it is a community of people who are passionate about raising awareness and providing support for individuals with autism.  The nonprofit organization partners with other autism organizations to raise funds and awareness for autism research and sup...

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S5: Episode 23: Karen Thomas, C.S.T, C.M.T, NaturallyRecoveringAutism.com

Autism Mastermind - June 01, 2023 07:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Karen’s passion for helping other moms to naturally recover their children came from her own child’s diagnosis on the autism spectrum. Her holistic background and knowledge of the brain, through her Craniosacral Therapy practice, assured her that her own child could and would recover if given th...

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S5: Episode 22: Stephen Flinn, Special Needs Music

Autism Mastermind - May 18, 2023 07:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Music is such an important part of life. Music can help to improve communication, social skills, and motor skills. It can also help to reduce stress and anxiety. And it can even help to improve cognitive function. Stephen Flinn is a true professional who has been teaching for over three decade...

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S5: Episode 21: Debbie Kimberg, Our Hijacked Brains

Autism Mastermind - May 04, 2023 07:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Thank you Debbie for joining us on the podcast and sharing your story. Wow, we learned so much and so will you listeners. Debbie shed’s light on the lesser known infections in our bodies that are often overlooked.  Debbie Kimberg, is a busy mother of three boys and an executive in the financia...

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S5: Episode 20: Summer Time Trial and Travel

Autism Mastermind - April 20, 2023 07:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
We chat about our summer experiences and share tips to get you started and keep you going this summer and years to come.    ________________________________________ We would love a review on Apple Podcast, Spotify or Audible If you have any question, would like to be a guest: Contact u...

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S5: Episode 19: Wendy Smith, Life Planning and HCBS Specialist at Home of Guiding Hands

Autism Mastermind - April 13, 2023 07:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
A must do workshop offered by the amazing Wendy Smith! This workshop is very important and we highly recommend it. This workshop series helps families develop a life plan for a family member with a disability. Now offered online.  I (Malinda) will tell you from experience, this is one of the b...

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S5: Episode 18: Tracy Slepcevic, author, Warrior Mom - A Mother’s Journey in Healing her Son with Autism

Autism Mastermind - April 06, 2023 07:00 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Tracy Slepcevic is an Author, Certified Integrative Health Coach, Keynote Speaker, Air Force Veteran, and the founder of Pur Health, LLC. She is educated in the field of Complementary and Alternative Medicine and has dedicated over 14 years to researching various treatments and therapies for ind...

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S5: Episode 17: Getting an autism diagnosis in another country, Andria Shares her story

Autism Mastermind - March 30, 2023 07:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Thank you for joining us on the podcast Andria!  Andria is a Mom, Educational Assistant & behavioal interventionist, living in Canada. She shares her diagnosis story and journey thus far with her son on the autism spectrum.  Link to the journal: Journal To Advocate For Autism   ________...

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