Jun 8
Interview with Vijay Panchal (on the topics of neurodivergent art, cultural stigmas, navigating trauma & more)
Join hosts Simeon Thompson and Dr Sophia Christophi as they welcome Vijay Panchal, a Watford-based neurodivergent artist, workshop facilitator, and public speaker who specializes in character design and visualizing emotions. In this engaging episode, Vijay opens up about his jour ... Show More
1h 24m
Feb 2026
Interview with Jill Corbyn (on the topics of neurodivergent-led training, late discovery, lived experience leadership, needs-led care & more)
Join hosts Simeon Thompson and Dr Sophia Christophi as they welcome Jill Corbyn, founder and director of the neurodivergent-led community interest company, Neurodiverse Connection. In this insightful episode, Jill shares her journey of being late-discovered autistic, a realizatio ... Show More
1h 7m
Jan 2026
Interview with Ellen Cole (on the topics of neurodivergent pregnancy, autistic parenting strategies, AuDHD & Irlen Syndrome, and much more)
Join hosts Simeon Thompson and Dr Sophia Christophi as they welcome Ellen Cole, founder of Little Seed Group, public speaker, and hedgehog rescuer :) In this candid and revealing episode, Ellen shares her complex journey of navigating life with multiple neurodivergences, includin ... Show More
1h 33m
May 2023
Unmasking Autism in Action with Dr. Devon Price
<p>In this episode, our guest, Dr. Devon Price, helps us explore the concepts of masking and authenticity and how we, as professionals supporting Autistic people, can push back against these pressures. We also explore some of the more foundational questions around being Autistic ... Show More
52m 4s
Aug 2024
122 [Bonus Episode] Softening and bracing: autism, loneliness and how we can find connection
<p dir="ltr">I am thrilled to bring you this conversation with somatic therapist Aisha Edwards, in which we talk about autism and loneliness. This continues a short series of revisits, where I reconnect with some of my guests from previous episodes.</p> <p dir="ltr">I first met A ... Show More
1h 4m
Apr 2025
Autism Myths or Inconvenient Truths? 5 autism beliefs that may be stopping growth
In this heartfelt and honest conversation, Host Louloua Smadi El Hajj and guest Krystel Alhayek come together for Autism Awareness Month to unpack 5 common myths about autism that may be standing in the way of real growth—for parents, professionals, and autistic individuals thems ... Show More
36 m
May 2024
The AUTISM Meaning And What It Means For YOU!
<p>Welcome to "Understanding Autism: Exploring its Meaning and Impact." In this enlightening episode, we unravel the complexities of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and its significance for individuals, families, and society at large.</p>
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5m 12s
Oct 2024
Understanding Autistic Shutdowns
On this episode of 'My Friend Autism', Orion Kelly explores the topic of Autistic shutdowns. Orion Kelly is an Autistic YouTuber, podcaster, author, actor and Autistic advocate. Find out more and check out his podcasts & YouTube videos at Orion's website: https://orionkelly.com.a ... Show More
56m 2s
Mar 2022
Creating a Meaningful Life: Authentic Approaches Across the Lifespan with Maisie Soetantyo
<p>In this episode, we talk about what it means to cultivate an authentic life together with our autistic clients, from early childhood through adulthood. Our guest, Maisie Soetantyo, is an openly autistic family and inclusivity consultant who founded the Autism Career Pathways. ... Show More
44m 45s
May 2023
99. S8 E7: Finding freedom after autism diagnosis and embodying the spirit of our unmasked selves
<p dir="ltr">Kay Louise Aldred is a writer, facilitator, teacher, mentor, and resource creator from North Yorkshire in the UK. Now 49, she was diagnosed autistic quite recently, last November.</p> <p dir="ltr">A former teacher, just like me she suffered burnout, left her career a ... Show More
55m 38s
Jun 2025
Signs You're Masking Autism as an Adult
On this episode of 'My Friend Autism', Orion Kelly explores the topic of masking autism for Autistic adults. Orion Kelly is an Autistic YouTuber, podcaster, author, actor and advocate. Find out more about his podcast and YouTube channel's at Orion's website: https://orionkelly.co ... Show More
1h 4m
Aug 2024
Adapting Your Career to Your Neurodivergent Needs
What if all your assumptions about people with neurodivergent conditions… were all wrong? In this episode, host Morra Aarons-Mele speaks to two people living very different lives, but who have a Tourette Syndrome diagnosis in common. First, TV presenter Aidy Smith shares how he b ... Show More
1 h
Join hosts Simeon Thompson and Dr Sophia Christophi as they welcome Nic King, founder of Pandas Online and creator of the NeuroBears courses for autistic children and young people.
In this thoughtful and wide-ranging episode, Nic shares their journey of being autistic, ADHD, and dyslexic, and reflects on growing up in a family environment that was intuitivel ... Show More
