1 in 31: Autism Today

Tune in to hear from a repeat guest! Harish Bikmal is the founder and CEO of Zenaviv, a social enterprise changing the way the world perceives people with autism, by celebrating their unique abilities and promoting their talent. Joining Harish is Yuvraj, the founder of the Buddy Program at Zenaviv. The Buddy Program strives to end the social isolation in people on the autism spectrum & the neurodiverse. Artists with autism are paired with neurotypical volunteer artists, the pair connect through their shared interest in art! Learn more or purchase art at www.zenaviv.com. 

Tune in to hear from Becky Large, the founder and Executive Director of Champion Autism Network. CAN is a nonprofit autism awareness organization located in Surfside Beach, South Carolina. Their goals are to: raise autism awareness, reduce criticism and judgement and help families with children on the autism spectrum develop a network of like-minded people and supports.

Visit them online: championautismnetwork.com

Dr. Miller is an assistant professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the University of California, Davis. She is a licensed clinical psychologist whose specialty is in early diagnosis of, and comorbidity between, autism and ADHD. She was the principal investigator on the MIND Institute's "Early Risk Study Team". Tune in to learn more about Dr. Miller's research study and their findings!

Michael has been involved in the ASD field for over 20 years! He is the  former Executive Director of 'GRASP' - the largest organization in the world comprised of adults on the Autism Spectrum. Michael also sits on the board of directors for NEXT For Autism. Tune in to learn more about Michael and his experiences as an individual on the spectrum, as well as the parent of a child on the spectrum!

Patricia Wright is the Senior Vice President of Program Development at NEXT for AUTISM, Brad Walker is the Vice President of Community Living Supports. NEXT was founded almost 20 years ago! They work to create and support exceptional educational, clinical, and vocational programs for individuals on the autism spectrum. Tune in to learn more about NEXT for AUTISM's past, and their future!

Tune in to learn more about Jamiel! Jamiel has his own podcast: the Ausome Show. Their mission is to support families and those closely affected by Autism within the Tri-state area with direct access to resources through radio and other mediums, for a better outcome of life for their “Au-some” children.

Follow them on online: Facebook.com/theausomeshow or Instagram: @theausomeshow

Tune in to learn more about Crew Binnette, President of Crew's Frozen Treats! Crew joins us with his older brother Cross, to discuss their growing ice cream business, based out of Pawling, NY. Follow them on Facebook to stay updated: https://www.facebook.com/CrewsFrozenTreats/

Andrew is the autism transition coordinator of Planning Across the Spectrum, a provider of comprehensive special needs certified financial planning service for individuals, families and employers. Andrew helps teens, young adults, and their parents navigate adulthood with autism. He also organizes a national autism event calendar, writes blog posts about his experiences as an adult with autism, and provides lectures/workshops about autism and driving! Tune in to learn more or check them out online: planningacrossthespectrum.com

Alexis is the CEO & Owner of Autsome Brushes, located in Lansdowne Pennsylvania! She is also the parent of a child on the autism spectrum. Autsome Brushes was designed to bridge the gap between those who are unfamiliar with autism and those who are diagnosed with autism. The business donates a 5% portion of their revenue, to various non-profit organizations that provide support to individuals diagnosed with autism. Tune in to learn more or check them out online: autsomebrushes.com/ 

Tune in to learn more about Sally & Mark Lyons from Hutto Texas! The Lyons opened SammySocks Etc. on Sept. 1, an online-only shop that specializes in the sale of men's, women's and children's socks. SammySocks Etc. was born out of providing employment opportunities to their son, Samuel, who is on the autism spectrum. Visit sammysocksetc.com/ to stop today!