Autistic characters in modern media  are important because they can educate neurotypical people about the experiences of Autistic people,  if it is a well thought out character. In this episode we discuss this and much more with Dr. Jen Malia,  english professor at Norfolk State University. Autism Stories connects you with amazing people who are helping  Autistic teens and adults become more independent and successful.

Music for this podcast was written and recorded by Megan Metzelaar. Megan is a 27 yr old part time student at UC Clermont where she is just about to earn her Associate's Degree in Biological Sciences. She has two cats that live at her mom and grandmothers house (BW and Sunshine). Megan likes to write music, sing, dance, and watch movies with her husband. She has Autism and ADHD and enjoys performing on stage as it makes her feel she is just like everyone else. Megan just created her first album "24".