Best Autism Podcasts

Paul Brownless

Audio

It isn't nice to think there are Autistic people out there who don't think they can achieve a state of mind that is anything other than one or worry, anxiety or negativity. So I wanted to try and split my age groups through the years to see what I thought brought me happiness, and figure out whether I have found happiness today. And really hope it helps.

Jul, 2022

Theresa M Regan

Audio

Join Dr. Regan for the second Q and A episode in which she answers listener questions related to CBT therapy, parenting, autism in the workplace, non epileptic seizures, and exercise goals

Jul, 2022

Janeen Herskovitz

Audio

We’re in the family room today with host Janeen Herskovitz, talking about the number one thing her coaching clients have reported makes the biggest difference in their interactions with their children. It’s not a specific therapy, secret supplement or special diet…it’s presuming their competence!

Jul, 2022

Let's-Talk Autism

Audio

In this episode, Natalie Love from Kids Spot Speech Pathology shares her vast knowledge of Gestalt Language processing, and how she is supporting autistic children and their families.

Feb, 2021

Autism Science Foundation

Audio

Through the Autism Science Foundation, doctors and parents work to support and promote ASD research and awareness. Their weekly podcast summarizes emerging information about ASD. Episodes cover a wide range of topics, like relationships and sexuality, research news, funding, genetics, and therapies.

Mar, 2021

Penny Johnston

Audio

New situations and unfamiliar surroundings can be particularly uncomfortable for those with ASD. But instead of sheltering his son with autism, Dr. James Best wanted to help him go beyond his limits. Best’s hope was that by taking his son way out of his comfort zone on a trip to Africa, he would help him develop adaptive life skills. Best admits it took an enormous amount of “drama, personal anguish, and soul searching,” but that his son did make incredible strides. Listen to the interview on “Babytalk” to hear his story, from the trauma of diagnosis and seeing positives in autism, to their journey to Africa.

Aug, 2017

TACA

Audio

“Moving Autism Forward” is presented by Talk About Curing Autism (TACA), a nonprofit dedicated to helping families impacted by the disorder. Their mission is to empower families to find the best treatments and to foster a supportive community. Through the podcast, TACA shares personal stories and perspectives on autism, as well as emerging research and treatments. Tune in for expert talks on issues like the best advice for parents, and legal challenges the community faces.

Mar, 2016

UCTV

Audio

The University of California’s television outlet helps bring the university system’s cutting edge discoveries, as well as relevant educational information, to the public. Several episodes focus on autism, from genetics to diagnosis to therapies. They also have expert Q&A’s that may just answer some of your pressing questions.

Aug, 2018

Nicola Davis

Audio

“Science Weekly” is a podcast from The Guardian that dives into the biggest discoveries in science and math. This episode tackles why autism is often misdiagnosed in women. Autism researcher William Mandy, PhD, explains that it’s partly to do with differences in the way that males and females present symptoms. Hannah Belcher, who has autism herself, is now studying misdiagnosis for females with autism in her PhD research. She explains what life was like before being diagnosed with autism and the coping strategies she’s employed.

Oct, 2017

Modern Love

Audio

“Modern Love” is a series from the New York Times and WBUR that examines love, loss, and redemption. In this episode, actor Mykelti Williamson reads the essay, “The Boy Who Makes Waves,” about the trials and tribulations of raising a son with autism. With elegant prose told in a comforting voice, the story examines parental guilt and sacrifices, worry for future care, feelings of failures, and moments of joy.

Dec, 2015

Kids & Family

Audio

“Finding Mikey” chronicles one family’s journey with autism, sensory processing disorder (SPD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and Asperger’s syndrome. They share their experiences as a platform for inspiring others and providing helpful strategies for coping with these disorders. Episodes contain personal accounts and expert advice from doctors, lawyers, advocates, and other influential members of the community. It’s also packed with practical help for everyday things or special events, such as packing for family trips. Their goal is helping families and individuals thrive as they progress through school and enter into the adult world.

Nov, 2016

We Chose Play, Joy Every Day

Audio

Affect Autism was created to help parents and practitioners apply the Developmental, Individual differences, Relationship-based (DIR) model to respectfully promote relating, communicating, and thinking in autistic children in order to invite out their highest potential. Research in neuroscience has supported a developmental approach over traditional behavioral approaches like Applied Behaviour Analysis.

Oct, 2019

Karen Thomas

Audio

Inspiring parents with natural solutions to create the most fulfilling, healthy, and productive life possible for their children with autism. Join Karen and utilize what she has to share from her knowledge and personal experience, along with special expert guest interviews to help empower parents and caregivers with the natural resources needed for optimum recovery.

Jun, 2017

Kuumba Hineni

Audio

To open Jewish Disability Awareness and Inclusion Month, Enzi talks about the autism diagnosis he received last year, and how that has given him clarity on many of the challenges he has faced prior to learning this piece of himself.

Feb, 2022

Psi Chi

Audio

Happy World Autism Month! For this episode, Dr. Lydia Qualls discusses characteristics of autism and preferred language when talking about autism. Discover misconceptions regarding autistic people’s emotions, relationships, and more. Brought to you by Psi Chi.

Aug, 2019

By Autism Approved® Radio

Audio

Are you a parent, professional or family member? Learn from the world’s most trusted doctors, researchers & therapeutic specialists as they provide caregivers real strategies and tools that will help

Aug, 2022

Moms Talk Autism Podcast

Audio

The Moms Talk Autism Podcast is for parents raising children with special needs. We are four moms, all with autistic children and other neurodivergence. Teaching a special needs child to navigate the world around them comes with challenges and struggles. We want to talk about those challenges openly with you and others. We discuss grief, school, family balance, siblings, therapies, social conversations, behaviors, delays, diagnosis advocation, and marriage. We do not hold degrees in medicine or neuroscience, nor are we special education teachers, but we are experts in raising our kids and figuring out everything as we go. Think of this podcast as a coffee shop chat with your closest girlfriends. We want to talk, raise awareness, and help each other thrive with our neurodivergent families in a neurotypical world.

Aug, 2022

By John Offord

Audio

Broadcaster, John Offord chats to people from all walks of life about the different ways our brain can work and interpret information. Neurodiversity highlights that people naturally think about things differently. We have different interests and motivations, and are naturally better at some things and poorer at others. Through diverse interviews and examples, The Different Minds explores this – with fascinating results…

May, 2022

RDI Connect

Audio

What makes us human is the product of our orientation and our engagement with a dynamic variation. So how does this fit into a world where you are resistant to change? How can you help your child, without overwhelming or stressing them out, see the world as something to be discovered and experienced?

Mar, 2022

Autism Everyday

Audio

Apr, 2020