The Neurodiversity Voices Podcast
Episodes
When the System Is the Problem: Neuroinclusion, Self-Blame, and Systems Change with Zack Yarde
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this reflective conversation, Paul Cruz sits down with Zack Yarde, neurodiversity researcher, systems thinker, and longtime leader in human service...
"You're Not Broken. The System Is." - A Trailer
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Executive Functioning in Real Life: Accountability, Gut-Brain Science & Building Community with Lisa Shanken
14 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Guest: Lisa Shanken, Executive Functioning Coach & Founder of Social Bloom Executive functioning isn't just about staying organized — it's about emo...
Late Diagnosis, Neuroqueerness & The Autistic Arcana with Erica Settino
07 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when a late diagnosis doesn't just explain your past — it reshapes how you move through the present? In this episode, Paul Cruz talks w...
Metamorphosis, Music & Neurodivergent Advocacy with Jon Hart
01 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this deeply honest and expansive conversation, Paul and Tegan sit down with musician and advocate Jon Hart to explore identity, late diagnosis, bur...
The Neurodiva's Shift: Movement, Connection, and Belonging in School with Dr. Shani Challenor
15 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Guest: Dr. Shani Challenor. In this episode of The Neurodiversity Voices Podcast, host Paul Cruz is joined by educator, advocate, and "Neurodiva" Dr. ...
Between Places: ADHD, Identity, and the Beauty of Being a Generalist with Nathan Stafford-King
01 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Guest: Nathan Stafford-King. Paul sits down with Nathan, a storyteller, photographer, and theatre director whose life has unfolded across the UK, Germ...
Supporting Neurodiverse Learners with Dr. Emily Levy – Time Management, Organization, Reading, Writing & Math Strategies
15 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Guest: Dr. Emily Levy, founder of EBL Coaching, to unpack practical, research-based strategies that help neurodiverse students thrive. From time man...
Learning to See: Why Understanding Neurodivergent Brains Changes Everything with Jeff Brown
01 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Guest: Jeff Brown. What does it truly mean to see a child — not just their behaviour, but the brain and experiences underneath it?In this episode of...
Understanding Childhood Dyslexia: Early Signs, Diagnosis, and Support with Author Lynn Greenberg
14 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Guest: Lynn Greenberg is a former family law attorney turned children’s author. She shares the powerful story behind the Creative Cab Company, the a...
Building Belonging with NeuroMatch (ft. Kiran Rodriguez)
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Guest: Kiran Rodriguez joins Paul to share the personal story and mission behind NeuroMatch—a new platform that creates safer, Neurodiversity-Affirm...
Disability Justice, Lived Experience & Media: A Conversation with Andrew Letchuk
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Guest: Andrew Letchuk—an autistic, disabled, and neurodivergent advocate, writer, and podcaster—to explore disability justice, representation, and...
Turning Dyslexia into Storytelling Power with Nellie Nakhel of Lovely Life Library
15 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Guest: Nellie Nakhel — author, advocate, and founder of Lovely Life Library, a creative space where children’s stories celebrate neurodiversity an...
Breaking Barriers in Adult Autism Diagnosis with Dr. Gregory Skinner, M.D.
01 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Guest: Dr. Gregory James Skinner, M.D., a Calgary-based family physician and leading advocate for accessible adult autism diagnosis.Dr. Skinner shares...
Building Sensory-Safe Spaces with Cynthia Miller-Lautman
11 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Guest: Cynthia Miller-Lautman – Occupational Therapist, Educator, and Host of Swinging Upside DownIn this episode, Paul speaks with occupational the...
“Share Your Voice” Late diagnoses, Lifelong clarity: Stories from Gabe & Stacey
05 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Guests: Gabe Galand and Stacey Smith — two individuals who found clarity and self-acceptance later in life through their ADHD and autism diagnoses.G...
Exploring the Autism Cascade Hypothesis with Scientist Sinem Berthier
27 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Guest: Nuriye Sinem Berthier. With a rich background in chemistry, pharmacology, genetics, and biochemistry, and personal experience as a parent navig...
Resilience, Creativity, and Advocacy with Michelle Steiner
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Guest: Michelle Steiner, a writer, photographer, paraeducator, and disability advocate who lives with an invisible disability.Despite being told what ...
7-Day Early Release: Be A Neurodiversity Insider
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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Rewiring Minds: Inside Coast Mental Health’s Brain Training Program
01 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Guests: Janelle Peters (Mental Health Counsellor) and Amy Bujak (Social Worker) from Coast Mental Health’s Brain Training Team. Together, they explo...
Poetry, Neurodivergence, and Resilience with Samantha Merz
25 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Guest: Samanta Merz, poet and mental health advocate. Samantha shares her journey of discovering poetry at 19, how her neurodivergence influences her ...
Exploring Synesthesia Through Film with Nicola Rose
18 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Guest: Nicola Rose—an accomplished director, producer, and writer—to discuss her new feature film Magnetosphere.The film follows 13-year-old Maggi...
Equity, Not Equality: What Post-Secondary Neurodivergent Students Really Need - Reimagining Accessibility in Higher Education
11 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Guests: Jenna Ignaczak, Malka Finkelstein, and Maddie Sardone — Student leaders from the Neurodiversity Students Association (NDSA) at Toronto Metro...
Designing for Every Mind: Education Reform with Angus Chan
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Guest: Angus Chan turned his early academic struggles into a mission to redesign education for everyone. He shares his deeply personal journey through...
From Insight to Action: A Trailer on Neurodivergent Leadership
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We explore the intersection of leadership, inclusion, and informed decision-making within higher education. Building on our previous conversation with...
Unmasking to Heal: Neurodivergent Living with Dr. Craig Wells, D.O.
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Guest: Dr. Craig Wells, D.O., explores the complex realities of neurodivergent living, emphasizing the lifelong journey of self-discovery, healing fro...
Living with ADHD: Grace, Not Guilt with Emily Fitzpatrick
07 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Guest: Emily Fitzpatrick, a CBC video journalist, candidly shares her personal journey with ADHD and broader neurodiversity. She explores how embracin...
Living Authentically: Redefining Autism and Success with Becca Lory Hector
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Guest: Becca Lory Hector reflects on how her late autism diagnosis at 36 transformed her life and deepened her commitment to advocacy amid today’s c...
Diagnosed Late, Advocating Loud: Education Reform with Becky Bishop
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Guest: Becky Bishop shares her inspiring journey from studying human geography to becoming a passionate advocate for inclusive education and neurodive...
Different by Design: A Journey of Neurodivergent Self-Discovery with Tamsyn Hawken
28 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Guest: Tamsyn Hawken, a mental health mentor supporting university students across the UK, shares her powerful journey of self-discovery, autism, and ...
Challenging Social Norms: Neurodivergence and the Power of Self-Love with Sarah Russell
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Guest: Sarah Russell shares her journey with ADHD, parenting a neurodivergent child, and founding the NeuroDivergent Report. Sarah explores how sociol...
Introduction: Nothing About Us, Without Us, A Trailer for Real Talk
02 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hosted by Paul Cruz and co-hosted by volunteers Livia Ward, Letara Couto, Karen Habashi, and Gino Akbari, the podcast explores the personal stories, c...