Jennifer Msumba joins Rian to talk about being diagnosed later in life, her path through institutional abuse, and how YouTube helped her find her voice—literally. They talk diagnosis delays, the power of autistic self-advocacy, and why representation from the community matters. Plus, Jennifer shares the story behind her memoir Shouting at Leaves and her upcoming feature documentary The Fish Don’t Care When It Rains. It’s an episode about survival, growth, and being louder than what tried to silence you. Follow Jennifer Msumba: https://bio.link/jenmsumba

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Comedian and writer Clarissa opens up about her journey through the mental health system, her schizophrenia diagnosis, and the invisible labor of managing symptoms while appearing “fine.” We talk about what the system gets wrong, and what it takes to keep going.

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Comedian and writer Clarissa opens up about her journey through the mental health system, her schizophrenia diagnosis, and the invisible labor of managing symptoms while appearing “fine.” We talk about what the system gets wrong, and what it takes to keep going.

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On this episode of Reydar, I catch up with Milan Patel, a comedian and content creator, as we reminisce about our unexpected first meeting—crashing his Portland going-away party in 2017. We get into the weird politics of Ryans vs. Brians, the questionable reign of red velvet cake, and why haunted houses are either terrifying or just a church trying to scare you straight. Plus, we talk horror movies, absurd Halloween costumes, and the art of a perfectly crafted 3D gag. Follow Milan Patel:

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On this episode of It's a Spectrum, Rian sits down with the incredibly insightful and hilarious Chris Gad, aka Generic Art Dad. From TikTok to Instagram, Chris has built a following with skits that explore neurodivergence in a way that's engaging, relatable, and packed with nuance.Chris shares personal experiences with diagnosis, navigating social burnout, and balancing multiple neurodivergent traits. Plus, they discuss the fine line between structure and resistance to routine—and why finding the right balance is so crucial. Follow Chris Gad (@GenericArtDad) : https://linktr.ee/chrisgad

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Comedian Vince Caldera sits down with us to talk about his journey through DIY comedy, running independent open mics, and the challenges of creative control. We dive into how Maria Bamford’s approach changed his perspective, the struggle of making jokes work, and the importance of building spaces for comedians outside the traditional club system. Plus, Chili Dogs. Enjoy the episode! Follow Vince Caldera: https://www.instagram.com/vince_caldera

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Andrés Taboada joins It’s a Spectrum to talk about his journey with Tourette’s syndrome, late diagnoses, and the challenges of masking in everyday life. We break down misconceptions, discuss ADHD, anxiety, and the complexities of neurodivergence, and share personal experiences from stand-up to social interactions. Andrés Taboada:

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From bodybuilding to becoming a cosplay icon, Demetrius “Hellspawned” Holt has made his mark in geek culture. We dive into his journey—from crafting meaning-driven cosplays to landing a role as Spawn in a King Vader film. Plus, he talks about BlerdStation and how he’s helping build a platform for Blerd creatives.

Today, we sit down with the multifaceted artist, performer, and all-around creative powerhouse Andrea Agosto—also known as @andreaariquena! From acting and directing to voice work and TikTok stardom, Drea shares her journey into the world of cosplay, her love for Bob's Burgers, and how a pandemic hobby turned into a full-fledged artistic pursuit. Follow Andrea:

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On this episode of It’s a Spectrum, Rian sits down with Lucky Leftie (@LuckyLeftie) to talk about their journey to an autism diagnosis, growing up undiagnosed and the complexities of self-discovery. They also dive into the struggles of autistic representation in media, from Atypical to The Good Doctor, and the challenges of navigating social expectations as an autistic person. Plus, a hilarious discussion on semantic shifting, TikTok discourse, and why people still argue about Asperger’s. Follow Lucky Leftie: 

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