Autism Podcast

Episode 74 | Author and former individual with autism, Sean Barron

By Michael Boll | August 3, 2008

Shannon Johnson and I talk with Sean Barron, co-author of There’s a Boy in Here and The Unwritten Rules of Social Relationships: Decoding Social Mysteries Through the Unique Perspectives of Autism.

Sean co-wrote the first book with his mother and it describes, in much detail, his life as a young man with autism. He later leaves autism behind and no longer considers himself to have autism.

Websites: Amazon.com link to his books.

The Unwritten Rules of Social Relationships: Decoding Social Mysteries Through the Unique Perspectives of Autism

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Episode 73| Author and adult with autism, John Robison

By Michael Boll | July 22, 2008

Shannon Johnson and I talk with John Robison, author of Look Me In The Eyes. In this fantastic interview, we discuss life as an adult on the spectrum, his book and some of the current treatments John is participating (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation).

Links:

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Moms on Autism, Episode 7 | Water Water Everywhere!

By Michael Boll | July 19, 2008

How playing with water led to playing in Play Therapy!

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Episode 72 | Rick Rollens: Father, Advocate, Fund Raiser

By Michael Boll | July 8, 2008

I speak with Rick Rollens. We discuss his views on the causes of autism, the work he has done for the autistic community and the need to deal with the increasing numbers of children classified as autistic. Rick’s story was a cover for NEWSWEEK and a segment on the CBS news show 60 Minutes.

Websites

Rick’s Wikipedia Entry

Music by Jamie Manning

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Episode 71 | Dennis Debauddt of Autism Risk and Safety Management

By admin | June 28, 2008

Episode 71: Shannon Johnson and I talk with Dennis Debbaudt, founder of Autism Risk and Safety Management. Dennis provides “Information and resources for law enforcement, first responders, parents, educators, and care providers.” Dennis provides training to a wide group of people and is also an author.

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Moms on Autism, Episode 5 | Sign Language

By admin | June 17, 2008

Sign language can open doors of communication for children with autism.

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Episode 70 | Patty Dobbs Gross of North Star Dogs

By admin | June 8, 2008

Episode 70: Shannon Johnson and I talk with Patty Dobbs Gross of North Star Dogs, a provider of assistance dogs for children with autism. This wonderful program enables children of all ages to share their lives with a dog and constant companion.