Autism Knows No Borders

Sibling Advocacy and a Reservoir of Resources in India, with Shreya Jain | TBT

23 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when you approach conversations with an open heart.  Have you ever had to advocate for yourself or an autistic loved one i...

Naturally Effective Behavior | Part 2 with Hattie-Angelys Fox

16 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when you find your values.  Have you ever struggled to meet a goal? Was it maybe because you weren’t exactly clear on wh...

Why I Homeschool My Children | Part 1 with Hattie-Angelys Fox

08 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when you can make mistakes safely.  Have you ever wondered what the benefits of homeschooling are? Have you ever thought t...

Global Autism Accreditation, with our CEO Molly Ola Pinney

01 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when children have a safe place to learn.  In many places around the world where autism services and awareness are limited...

The Double Empathy Problem | Part 2 with Brian Middleton

25 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when empathy is a two-way street.  Have you ever struggled to empathize with someone who experiences the world very differ...

The Medical vs Social Models of Disability | Part 1 with Brian Middleton

18 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when disability is viewed as a whole.  Have people ever based their perception of you solely on your deficits? Are your st...

Neurodivergent Moms: SkillCorps Spotlight, with Sarah Glass and Eliza Cagle | TBT

13 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when you get the right support.  Have you ever wondered about the overlap between ADHD and autism? Or how being neurodiver...

Community Outreach in Indonesia, with Maharani Putri Kusuma | TBT

07 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when awareness spreads one step at a time.  Do you ever wonder about the level of autism awareness around the world? Are y...

Networking and Friendship Circles | Part 2 with Eren Niederhoffer

27 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when community deepens understanding.  Do you find social situations difficult to navigate? Have you ever been confused wh...

Processing My Family’s Abuse | Part 1 with Eren Niederhoffer

20 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when you lift yourself up to help others.  Have you or anyone you know ever been bullied or abused because of being autist...

Financial Planning Across the Spectrum, with Andrew Komarow | TBT

15 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when financial freedom is in your pocket.  Have you ever struggled with managing money? Do you sometimes feel ashamed beca...

Employment and Career Development, with the Global Autism Community

06 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when you know your worth.  Have you ever had a difficult time securing a stable job? Do you find that accommodations just ...

Autism in Egypt and the International Mental Health Conference

30 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when awareness improves access.  Have you ever wondered about the level of autism awareness in countries like Egypt? Are y...

Empowering Parents in China, with Jie Bing Zhang | TBT

24 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when a mother’s love transcends her own home.  Do you envision a community where Autistic children have a safe place to ...

Supported Decision Making | Part 2 with Jonathan Gardner

16 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when you are in charge of your life.  Do you sometimes wish you had a team of supporters to guide you in the right directi...

Surviving Cancer | Part 1 with Jonathan Gardner

10 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when you find joy in every day.  Have you ever had to pull through something you thought would be impossible to overcome? ...

The 7 Steps to Successful Parenting and ABA in Germany, with Robert and Nadine Schramm | TBT

03 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when motivation leads to positive relationships.  Are you struggling with finding ways to motivate your child or client? D...

Celebrating Four Years, with the Global Autism Community

27 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when humans connect.  Do you want to feel a sense of belonging and express yourself freely and without judgment? Are you l...

SkillCorps® Journey | Part 2 with Team Kenya

18 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when you lean into curiosity.  Do you feel trapped in your daily routine and want to feel inspired again? Do you think the...

SkillCorps® Journey | Part 1 with Team Kenya

12 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when collaboration inspires change.  Do you have a personal or professional connection to autism? Are you looking to colla...

Overcoming Prejudice & Breaking Stigma, with the Global Autism Community

05 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when you belong.  Have you ever heard the phrases, “You don’t look autistic,” or “Everyone’s a little bit autist...

Music, Art & Creativity, with the Global Autism Community

28 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when you let the creative juices flow.  Have you ever experienced a flow state when using music or visual arts as a creati...

My Journey of Becoming a Public Speaker, with Thomas Iland | TBT

21 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when you come to life.  Are you looking for ways to share your story and make a difference for others, but you get nervous...

Professional Development in the Dominican Republic, with Maricarmen Hazoury | TBT

15 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when quality care is cultivated from within.  Have you ever looked for a service provider in a rural area, and had a hard ...

Parents Are the Experts of Their Children | Part 2 with Kathryn Petersen

07 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when you trust your gut.  Has anyone close to you needed support after receiving their child’s autism diagnosis? Or mayb...

Your Child Has Received an Autism Diagnosis, Now What? | Part 1 with Kathryn Petersen

29 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when someone holds your hand.  Have you ever tried to look for autism services and found the process long, stressful, or c...

Accessibility in Digital Spaces | Part 2 with Maxwell Huffman and Jen Goubeaud

22 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when accessibility goes beyond a checklist.  Have you ever come across a website that was difficult to navigate? Were you ...

How to Increase Neurodiversity in the Workplace | Part 1 with Maxwell Huffman and Jen Goubeaud

15 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when your work environment helps you flourish.  Have you ever been at work and felt like your colleagues just didn’t und...

Dyslexia, Speech Therapy, and AAC, with Jeannette Washington | TBT

08 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when communication operates beyond words.  Have you ever heard anyone say that speech therapy is only for children who nee...

Is Autism Representation in the Media Accurate? | Roundtable with the Global Autism Community

01 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when autism representation in the media is accurate.  Have you ever been disappointed by the representation of autism in m...

Eating Disorder Recovery, with Livia Sara

25 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when you live label free.  Livia Sara is an Autistic Self-Advocate, eating disorder survivor, author, and the host of the ...

SkillCorps® Journey, with Team Rwanda

18 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when passion drives purpose.  In today’s episode, we’re continuing to highlight our recent SkillCorps® trip to Rwanda...

SkillCorps | Autism Awareness in Rwanda, with Silver Bells

12 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when awareness spreads.  These next two episodes will highlight takeaways from our SkillCorps® volunteer trip to Rwanda l...

Setting Goals, with the Global Autism Community | TBT

05 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when a goal is set into action.  This week’s episode is a recording of one of our Global Autism Community exclusive even...

Special Interests, with the Global Autism Community | TBT

29 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when you trust your interests.  Happy New Year!  I want to kick off 2022 with a fun episode about special interests. This...

Highlights of 2023: Part Two, with the Global Autism Community

21 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when we learn together.  This week’s episode is part 2 of our 2023 Highlights! Today we’ll continue to review some of ...

Highlights of 2023: Part One, with the Global Autism Community

16 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when we learn together.  We’ve reached the end of 2023! To celebrate, we'll be reviewing some of our favorite moments fr...

The Do Better Movement, with Dr. Megan DeLeon | TBT

07 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when you welcome different perspectives.  Dr. Megan Miller is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst based in Florida. She is ...

Self-Advocacy and Parenting at The Autism Cafe, with Eileen Lamb | TBT

30 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when an Autistic Self-Advocate courageously shares her stories online. Eileen Lamb is an Autistic Self-Advocate whose two s...

Thanksgiving Special | Celebrating 20 Years, with the Global Autism Project Team

22 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when you attend to gratitude.  This episode is being released a day early in observance of Thanksgiving in the US.  Each ...

Accessibility and Accommodations, with the Global Autism Community

16 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when you ask for help.  This week’s episode is a recording of one of our Global Autism Community exclusive events! The t...

Special Education and Disability Rights, with Michael Gilberg | TBT

09 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when education is measured beyond grades.  Michael Gilberg is an autistic special education and disability rights attorney...

Finding My Own Identity, with Ali Carbone

02 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when the glass child heals.  Ali Carbone is a Brooklyn-based writer, and the oldest sibling to three autistic brothers. In...

The Power of Social Stories, with Sivan Hong

26 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when stories shape behavior.  Sivan Hong is the author and illustrator of the best-selling children’s book series Super...

SkillCorps Trip Reflections, with Andrew Bennett, Brittney Paye, and Jessie Sheahan | TBT

19 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when you step outside of your comfort zone and embrace the unknown.  Andrew Bennett, Brittney Paye, and Jessie Sheahan hav...

Neurodiversity-Affirming Practices, with the Global Autism Community

05 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when the person is at the center.  This week’s episode is a recording of one of our Global Autism Community exclusive ev...

A Strong Sibling Bond, with Anthony and Alexis Sevieri

28 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when bonds are rebuilt.  Anthony Sevieri is autistic and Alexis, his older sister, is neurotypical. Some of Anthony’s sp...

Cubbie: Personalised Sensory Regulation, with David McIntyre

21 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when sensory needs are met.  David McIntyre is the Founder and CEO of Cubbie, an immersive personal space of sound and vis...

SkillCorps Journey, with Team India

11 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when you take the leap.  We’re continuing to highlight our recent SkillCorps® trip to India! Our SkillCorps® volunteer...

SkillCorps | Accessible Employment in India

01 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what's possible when employment is made accessible.  We’ve made it to episode 150! To celebrate this huge milestone, we are dedicating the...

Autism Services in the Czech Republic, with Katerina Cizkova | TBT

24 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when someone fosters motivation by encouraging autonomy.  Today’s guest is Katerina Cizkova. Katerina is a psychologist ...

Shining a Light on Autism, with Timothy Boykin | TBT

17 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when the shadow of stereotypes is illuminated by humor and art.  Timothy Boykin is an autism self-advocate, author, singer...

Special Needs Music, with Stephen Flinn

10 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when students lead the beat.  Stephen Flinn has been teaching music for over three decades. As a master trainer of the Rhy...

A Place to Learn and Thrive in India, with Sangeeta Jain | TBT

03 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when you create what you’re looking for. Sangeeta Jain is the mother of a 21-year-old young man with autism, Suvrat. Her...

Autistic Identity, with the Global Autism Community

20 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when identity is fluid.  This week’s episode is a recording of one of our Global Autism Community exclusive events! This...

The International Behavior Analysis Organization, with Dr. Michael Mueller and Our CEO Molly Ola Pinney

13 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when certification is just the beginning.  The CEO of Global Autism Project, Molly Ola Pinney, is joined by the Co-Founder...

Social Media and Intersectional Advocacy, with Tiffany Hammond | TBT

06 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when your life is not defined by a single identity.  Tiffany Hammond is an autism self-advocate, a mother to two boys on t...

SkillCorps Spotlight: Inclusion and Affirmation, with Andrew Bennett

29 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when belonging allows us to be who we are.  An Autistic Self-Advocate and BCaBA from Texas, Andrew Bennett has been a dedi...

Empowering Autistic Adolescents, with Dr. Gwen Palafox

22 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when you seek to understand.  Dr. Gwen Palafox is a licensed psychologist with a focus on helping teens and young adults f...

The Inspiration for Pixar’s SparkShort ”Float,” with Bobby Rubio | TBT

15 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when a child can fly free. Bobby Rubio is the writer and director of the Pixar SparkShort Float, which is a short animated ...

Family Dynamics, with the Global Autism Community

08 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when family comes first.  This week’s episode is a recording of one of our Global Autism Community exclusive events! The...

Assent Based Treatment, with Liz Lefebre and Amy Evans

01 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when you listen before you practice. Both Liz Lefebre and Amy Evans are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with specializati...

Growth, Diversity, and Cultural Humility, with Brandy Collins and Crystal Thompson | TBT

25 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when cultural humility prompts curiosity and understanding.  This week's guests are Brandy Collins and Crystal Thompson. ...

Finding Joy in the Journey, with Ben & Sandy Hartranft

18 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when kindness starts with one.  Our guests today are mother and son, Sandy and Ben Hartranft. An Autistic Self-Advocate an...

From Awareness to Acceptance, with the Global Autism Community

11 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when action is the path to acceptance.  This week’s episode is a recording of one of our Global Autism Community exclusi...

Auticon UK: Another Perspective on IT Consultancy, with Stephanie De Kremer and Russell Botting | TBT

04 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when diversity strengthens the workplace.  Our guests today are Stephanie De Kremer and Russell Botting. Stephanie and Rus...

Celebrating Three Years, with the Global Autism Community

27 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when you remember your why.  This week we are celebrating the 3-year anniversary of this podcast, as well as the 2-year an...

Responsive Skills Training: An Autistic-Informed Curriculum, with Our CEO Molly Ola Pinney and Ann Beirne

20 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when you work kinder, not harder.  Today we’re bringing back the CEO and Founder of the Global Autism Project, Molly Ola...

Rethinking Unemployment and Sex Education, with Michael John Carley | TBT

13 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when education is informed by science.  Michael John Carley is an autism self-advocate, author, and consultant. This pione...

Facilitating Better Speech, with Lenora Edwards

06 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when progress starts at home.  Lenora Edwards is a Certified Speech Language Pathologist with over 10 years of experience ...

Autism Representation in the Media, with Dr. Kerry Magro | TBT

30 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when authenticity gets the part.  Dr. Kerry Magro is an autism self-advocate, international motivational speaker, best-sel...

Traveling Different, with Dawn Barclay

23 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when travel is made accessible.  Dawn Barclay has dedicated over 30 years to working in different areas of the travel indu...

Autism Europe and Improving Lives, with Harald Neerland

16 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when you share the end goal.  Harald Neerland is the President of Autism Europe, an international association whose main o...

Meaningful International Collaboration, with Our CEO Molly Ola Pinney and Pooja Panesar | TBT

09 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when sustainability is made essential.  Today we’re bringing back our CEO Molly Ola Pinney and our first Global Autism P...

Peer Support Groups, with Stephane Guidon

23 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when peers connect.  Originally from France, Stephane Guidon is an Autistic Self-Advocate currently living in the UK. He w...

Autism in the Black American Community, with Maria Davis-Pierre | TBT

16 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when you start to examine your own biases.  Maria Davis-Pierre is a mother to an 8-year-old girl on the autism spectrum, a...

Transitioning into College, with the Global Autism Community

09 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when you move towards independence.  This week’s episode is a recording of one of our Global Autism Community exclusive ...

SkillCorps Journey, with Team Bangalore, India

02 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when you trust the process.  In today’s episode, we’re continuing to share our recent SkillCorps trip to ASHA, our Glo...

Meet Our Global Autism Project Partners in Bangalore, India

26 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when every child becomes your own.  These next two episodes will highlight our Global Autism Project partner site ASHA, fr...

A Father’s Path to Autism Acceptance, with Jamiel Owens | TBT

19 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when love transforms grief into acceptance.  Jamiel Owens is the host and creator of The Ausome Show, a co-host of The Ben...

’Love on the Spectrum’ and Teaching Social Skills, with Kaelynn Partlow

12 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when social barriers are removed.  Kaelynn Partlow is an Autistic Self-Advocate and a Registered Behavior Technician, or R...

New Year Intentions and Open Application, with the Global Autism Community Moderators

05 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when connections go deeper.  This week’s episode features our recent cohort of Global Autism Community moderators: Self-...

Highlights of 2022: Part Two, with the Global Autism Community

29 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when we grow stronger together.  This week’s episode is part 2 of our 2022 Highlights. Today we’ll continue to review ...

Highlights of 2022: Part One, with the Global Autism Community

22 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when we grow stronger together.  We reached the end of 2022! To celebrate, we’ll be reviewing some of my favorite moment...

Visual Thinking and Problem Solving, with Dr. Temple Grandin

15 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when all minds are put to use.  Today we’re bringing back a special guest, Dr. Temple Grandin. My first interview with D...

Occupational Therapy and Yoga for the Special Child, with Cheryl Albright | TBT

08 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when you balance your body and stretch your mind.  Cheryl Albright is an occupational therapist, certified yoga instructor...

Bullying, Breakthroughs, and Basketball, with Anthony Ianni | TBT

01 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when you relentlessly shoot for your goals.  Anthony Ianni is an Autistic Self-Advocate, a sought-after motivational speak...

Thanksgiving Special, with the Global Autism Community

23 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when you count your blessings.  This episode is being released a day early in observance of Thanksgiving in the US.  Than...

Health & Wellness, with the Global Autism Community

17 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when health extends beyond the body.  This week’s episode is a recording of one of our Global Autism Community exclusive...

Art, Synesthesia, and Software Engineering, with Austin Lubetkin

10 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when art is in the eye of the beholder… and a few other senses.  Austin Lubetkin is an Autistic artist, aerospace-softwa...

Self-Development & Accountability, with the Global Autism Community

03 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when you step into who you can be.  This week’s episode is a recording of one of our Global Autism Community exclusive e...

Multidisciplinary Teams in Kenya and Tanzania, with Pooja Panesar and Brooke Jedidah | TBT

27 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when team members effectively collaborate to transform people’s lives. Pooja Panesar is a Board Certified Behavior Analy...

Parent Engagement in Ecuador, with Mafer Chang | TBT

20 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when parents mobilize to build a community of ambassadors.  Mafer Chang is the founder of Centro Enigma, an autism center ...

My AAC Journey, with Tiffany Joseph

13 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when capabilities are more than meets the eye.  Tiffany Joseph is an Autistic Self-Advocate, a single mother of three, and...

How to Start or Scale an Autism Organization, with Our CEO Molly Ola Pinney

06 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when you turn your vision into reality.  Today we’re bringing back the CEO and Founder of the Global Autism Project, Mol...

Accessibility at the Forefront, with Haley Moss | TBT

29 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when difference becomes an asset.  Haley Moss is an attorney, author, artist, speaker, and autism self-advocate. At only 3...

Controversial Topics, with the Global Autism Community

22 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when conversations move forward.  This week’s episode is a recording of one of our Global Autism Community exclusive eve...

The Ability Beyond Disabilities, with Rachel Barcellona | TBT

08 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when someone lifts her mask and embraces true beauty.  Rachel Barcellona is an Autism Self-Advocate, model, author, singer...

PicSeePal: Communication for Everyone Everywhere, with Chris McDonald

01 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when communication is made available.  An educator, designer, and social entrepreneur from Sydney, Australia, Chris McDona...

Derealization and Processing Feelings, with Mary Johnston

25 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what’s possible when you learn to accept yourself.  Mary Johnston is a 21-year-old Autistic Self-Advocate from New Hampshire. She hosts a ...