This week, on Asking Autistics, Lindsey and Riki dig into Autism Awareness Month and how labor intensive online advocacy can be.

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Jaime Roberts, LMFT, returns to Asking Autistics to discuss her new book, "Neurodiversity for Teen Girls." The discussion also covers how changing hormones can affect symptoms of ADHD and Autism.

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Autism rarely travels alone. In this episode, Lindsey and Riki get real about the chronic conditions that often tag along—POTS, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, endometriosis, and more.

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Eryk returns to Asking Autistics and sensory preferences, practical tips for managing sensory overload, and the importance of finding community who understands.

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This week on Asking Autistics, we’re diving into a world where storytelling meets leveling up. Author Ben Mann joins us to talk about his new book, Spectralux: Journey to Bastion—a LitRPG novel crafted especially for neurodivergent kids.

We explore how blending immersive narratives with game mechanics can do more than just entertain—it can build self-confidence, foster understanding, and help children with ADHD and autism see themselves as the heroes of their own stories.

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This week on Asking Autistics, Lindsey and Riki discuss feminist and neurodivergent representation in television and movies, exploring problematic tropes, media literacy, and societal impact of media biases and internalized misogyny.

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This week, on Asking Autistics, we're joined by Alex Hogg, LCSW, who specialized in working with neurodivergent clients. He breaks down the different types of therapies, de-shaming meltdowns, alternative behaviors to prevent self-harm, and more!

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Disneyland, Sharks, and Corvids, oh my! This week on Asking Autistics, join Lindsey and Riki as they explain what an autistic special interest is and dive into some of their own special interests.

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In this episode of Asking Autistics, Riki interviews actress Lillian Carrier, who offers an in-depth exploration of the film Horsegirls and the character she plays, Margarita, an autistic woman navigating the complexities of adult life. They examine the film's portrayal of autistic experience, particularly its attention to the intricacies of familial relationships, the pressures of societal expectation, and the vital role of community and support systems. They consider what it means to tell autistic stories with authenticity, addressing both the progress made and the barriers that persist for disabled actors within the film industry. They also reflect on the evolution of autism representation in media, the importance of embracing femininity on one's own terms, and the quiet power of self-acceptance.

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This week on Asking Autistics, Lindsey and Riki explore the power of self-accommodations for neurodivergent people, digging into practical strategies for meeting personal needs, the pros and cons of AI as a tool, and why community matters.

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