Peter Street started his working life as a gravedigger before becoming a gardener, running a restaurant and teaching in prisons.

The author grew up with epilepsy and a learning disability. But it was therapy for PTSD stemming from his time as a war poet in Croatia, which lead to an autism diagnosis aged 64.

Humorous stories about losing five inches in height in a forestry accident, reading fairy tales to young offenders and his two week stay at a brothel keep Robyn and Jamie entertained during this wide-ranging chat.

With Robyn Steward, her support bat Henry, Jamie Knight and Lion.

Produced by Emma Tracey.

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This episode is about a difficult aspect of autistic life and includes discussion about the urge to give yourself physical pain to get some relief from extreme emotions. You may want to avoid this one if you feel fragile or if children are around.

When Robyn and Jamie phone autism advocate Carly Jones, things get surreal and a bit naughty. It takes Jamie's mind off a distressing smell, but this episode might not be one for listening to with young children in the room.

Policy expert Carly explains the roll of "Out of Order" stickers in her handbag and why some people are no longer giving her unwelcome eye contact.

Robyn recorded this one from San Francisco, long before the Covid-19 pandemic hit. They share travel tips, like how to use social stories when things go wrong on a trip, and experiences such as the time Jamie felt like he was upside down on a long-haul flight.

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Robyn and Jamie are self-isolating which means that Routines have changed and support has reduced.

The pasta meal Jamie has eaten daily for five years can't be found, and Robyn's food habits have been affected too.

IN this short episode, the first of several coronavirus extra podcasts during this series, they share their experiences with their usual honesty and warmth. Listen out for two super helpful tips for getting through lockdown.

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Robyn and Jamie are joined by young naturalist and writer Dara McAnulty.

Robyn and Jamie are back for series two of 1800 Seconds on Autism.

Robyn and Jamie are joined by TV's Alan Gardner aka The Autistic Gardener.

Alan was initially diagnosed by an education specialist after taking his son to be tested for dyslexia. Though it was randomly sprung on him, the diagnosis was not a big surprise.

At an early age, the pink-haired presenter found a love for gardening which, over time, turned into a love for garden design and a career.

Alan says that contrary to the popular stereotype, he's not a typical autistic person because he doesn't fear change, he embraces it. And he likes loud noises too.

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Robyn and Jamie are joined by Times journalist Jessie Hewitson whose son has a diagnosis of autism.

She says that, when she first found out, she was attending typical local play activities with him. "I was taking him to those God awful music groups that you take toddlers to. They were absolute hell for my son - he was trying to escape I now realise."

She talks candidly about the first time it

Jessie is the author of Autism: How to raise a happy autistic child, published earlier in 2018.

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The next podcast in this series will appear on your feed in early 2019 after the Christmas holidays.

In the office, we call this the show where Robyn falls off her chair laughing - because that's what happens. We're nothing if not extremely literal, you know.

Stand-up comedian and poet Kate Fox joins our two autistic hosts and the talk turns to comedy, anxiety and some brilliant analysis of well-known jokes to work out where the funny bits lie. Why, for instance, is the one about the chicken crossing the road funny? Or the sticky brown stick?

Lots in here for autistic people, parents and others who want an insight into how we all think differently.

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It’s episode two and Robyn and Jamie are keen to share their ‘special interests’ with you, and talk to callers on our phone-out (not a phone-in) about their passions.

Sometimes thought of as negative, autistic people often have the ability to seriously focus on things that interest them and this is why the geek image has emerged. These days it tends to be seen as a positive skill which some employers are lapping up.

From sci-fi to computers and Rubik’s Cubes to Underground trains – plus a few surprises along the way. Listen and enjoy.

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