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With the return of the erstwhile Kim we discuss travelling as a neurodivergent person, using social media and, in true ADHD style, we distract outselves for a lengthy (and now much edited down) discussion of which social media platform sounds like a K-Pop band. 

We did also discuss some of the latest news around autism diagnosis and touch on a few issues around this. 

As promised, some links for you:
The age of doom scrolling - Social media's attractive addiction
Digital resilience mediates healthy use of technology
https://www.theguardian.com/society/2024/mar/04/uk-increase-autism-diagnoses-neurodiversity 

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Simon is back with season three of the Atypical podcast. A litle lonley in the recording suite, because neurodivergent people have a lot in common with cats when it comes to herding, Simon has some interesting discussions and a sneak peek at what we are hoping to bring you this year. Some more long form episodes and media reviews alongside the tranditional group chat on concepts which this year will include leadership, love, some more After Dark discussions and general queer and neurodivergent ideas. 

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Join Simon and some coffee friends as we explore dyslexia in a little more detail. A brief exploration of it's history, the impacts on education, society and even the media and how the road of dyslexia may have prefigured the wider neurodiversity movement.

Simon use a lot of resources in preparing for this episode, alongside talking to people and their own experiences. Some of the sources that are cited or used are:

1. Davis, R. (2009). The Gift of Dyslexia: Why Some of the Smartest People Can't Read and How They Can Learn. Souvenir Press. Available at Amazon UK.
2. Moores, E (1999) Dyslexia: Challenging Theories. PhD thesis on dyslexia. Available at White Rose Etheses Online.
3. Warnock Report (1978). Available at UK Government Web Archive.
4. Kirby, P. & Snowling, M.(2021). Dyslexia: A History. McGill-Queen's University Press. Available at Amazon UK.
5. Campbell, T. (2013). Dyslexia: The Government of Reading. Palgrave Macmillan. Available at Amazon UK.
6. Pritchard, D. G. Education and the Handicapped 1760-1960. Available at AbeBooks.
7. Potts, P. (1995). What’s the Use of History? Understanding Educational Provision for Disabled Students and Those Who Experience Difficulties in Learning. British Journal of Educational Studies, 43(4), 398–411.
8. Kirby P. Dyslexia debated, then and now: a historical perspective on the dyslexia debate. Oxf Rev Educ. 2020 Aug 13;46(4):472-486. doi: 10.1080/03054985.2020.1747418. PMID: 32939102; PMCID: PMC7455059. Available at PMC.
9. Article from The Guardian, dated April 24, 1999. Available at The Guardian.
10. Singer, J. (2019). Neurodiversity: The Birth of an Idea. Available at Amazon UK.

Media clips used under Fair Use and all rights belong to the roper copyright holders.  
Clips include:

• Suzy Eddie Izzard, Stripped (2009) Information IMDB
• Percy Jackson & the Lightning Thief (2020) Information IMDB
• Scrubs (2001-2010) Information IMDB

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Join Simon and special guest Danny for a discussion of autism, ADHD, the International Day of People with Disabilities and a moment for World AIDS day. We touch on work Danny is doing to make his university more accessible for students and whether neurodiversity is a disability or not.

As an aside, friend Georgia has asked that we ask you all if anyone fancies writing to their MP about the hundreds of autistic people stuck in inpatient units because there's virtually no support pre-crisis and the Government aren't meeting its own promises on research https://www.autistica.org.uk/get-involved/break-the-cycle/write-to-your-mp
This is a very important topic and one close to all of us here on the podcast. If you can take five minutes it really might help.

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Join Simon and San as we discuss being trans allies, the disability history month and crumble. Also, don't ask Sam about hot thermometers. 

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There are a few things in this weeks episodes - silly voice changers, some history, the wheel of privilege and dress up parties. 
Editing this week is a little more rough and ready - both Simon and Marianne who usually do this have had bereavements and we've tried to do the best we can. 

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Join Sam, Joey and Simon as we discuss International Mental Health Day, National Coming Out Day and some useful AI tools that could help you be a little more productive.

Links as mentioned:

https://www.manup.how/
https://andysmanclub.co.uk/
https://switchboard.lgbt/
https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/guide/the-coming-out-handbook/

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Join Joey and Simon as we discuss dyslexia and dyslexia awareness week, bringing some of our own stories and experiences to help try and explain what it is.

As you may notice further in there is a bit about the history of it and that will of course follow soon.

In the meantime, here are a couple of the links we mentioned!
https://www.bdadyslexia.org.uk/

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Welcome to another exciting episode of Atypical. This week join Sam and  Simon as they talk about the world of unions and we explore the countless benefits unions offer. From protecting workers’ rights to ensuring fair wages, unions have been an integral part of shaping the work landscape into a more just and equitable space. Their indispensable role in ensuring that workers have a voice against giant corporate entities is a testament to their importance in modern-day work culture.

Switching gears, we then move to the commemoration of National Inclusion Week. A celebration close to our hearts, we discuss why inclusion is not just a buzzword but a necessity. In a world that is beautifully diverse, it's crucial to recognise and celebrate our differences. Inclusion paves the way for understanding, growth, and innovation, breaking the chains of bias and prejudice. Inclusion isn't just about acceptance; it's about valuing every individual for who they are and the unique perspectives they bring.

And in true "Atypical" fashion, we couldn't end the episode without touching on some odd news that caught our eye. Brace yourselves for this one: a church has recently put forth the outrageous claim that autism is caused by demons! While it's easy to dismiss such news with a chuckle, it’s a stark reminder that there are still many misconceptions and myths out there. 

Links: 

• The Alex Ferry Foundation
• The TUC "Find a Union" Site

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Join Simon for a brief discussion of emotional regulation and people who might struggle with expressing or even identifying their own emotions. 

At the end I mention the Australian Government National Autism Strategy. Get those responses in!

https://www.dss.gov.au/disability-and-carers/national-autism-strategy 

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