Spectra-cast

By Chris Turner

This podcast will feature interviews with a range of organisations that are successfully employing neurodiverse people (including those on the autism spectrum) along with neurodiverse employees and wi... more

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The podcast currently has 15 episodes available.

Spectra-cast episodes:

March 15, 2019 Ep15 - Breaking down stereotypes of autism and the artwork of difference
An interview with Bob Schmus, registered Therapist and Autism advocate
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February 27, 2019 Ep 14 - Jay Hobbs, Pyschologist & Director - Thriving Now
In this episode I have a great conversation with Jay Hobbs on the value of hiring for neurodiversity and some of the potential barriers and hurdles that existing recruitment practices put in place.
Jay has an extensive background in working with individuals and families of autistic people. Jay has also spent a considerable amount of time working on various employment programs and organisations to support the recruitment and employment of autistic job seekers.
There are many talented individuals out there who are both keen to work and highly capable. If it weren’t for the trouble they often face with interviews and selection processes, the vast majority would be working and delivering value.
If you’re likely to be around Brisbane in May or could make it there, I highly recommend you check out the 2019 conference - link below.
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30min
February 14, 2019 Ep 13 James Mahoney, Executive Director JP Morgan & Head of Autism @ Work Program
It was a real privileged to be able to get some time with James and talk about the experience at JP Morgan of exploring the recruitment of neurodiverse staff.
James talks about how the business is seeing real value being created, with new autistic employees getting up to speed faster and being substantially 40-80% more productive than their neurotypical peers.
The performance of their neurodiverse staff underpins the original premise for the JP Morgan Austism@Work program and that was Talent.
However, the bank has also seen the enormous social gains that an effort to be more inclusive can bring. Staff who had previously gone without a drivers licence for 10 years or more had gone and got their licence. Staff had moved out of home and were making inroads in their romantic lives!
It is these simple changes in the daily lives of people that can truly lead to profound and lasting impacts. The increase in confidence, self worth and freedom cannot be measured.
Well done to JP Morgan and I for one look forward to seeing the continued growth and success of their autism hiring efforts.
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38min
January 23, 2019 Ep 12 - Adam O'Loughlin on Autism and Police Work
I have to admit, Adam has certainly been one of the most interesting people I’ve had the pleasure of speaking with.
To think that something such as police work as a real and meaningful career path for Autistic and other neurodiverse people is pretty cool.
Adam spills the beans from his perspective on what makes Autistic people at least highly suitable for policing and the ways in which the unique strengths of the Autistic mind can create real value in that environment.
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36min
December 11, 2018 Ep 11 - Nip Wijewickrema of GG's Flowers
Now here is someone who’s a little different to the other guests that I’ve had on the show to-date.
Nip doesn’t work for some large corporate and isn’t a self advocate paving her own way.
However, she is one driven individual with a big heart and a big dream and she’s certainly making amazing inroads towards that dream!
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34min
November 18, 2018 Ep 10 - Matt Ormiston, Autism@Work and ANZ Bank
In this week’s episode I get to spend some time discussing the ANZ Bank foray into neurodiversity employment.
After a period of assessment and evaluation ANZ made the leap with a partner, DXC Technology, (check out my interview with Michael Fieldhouse of DXC to hear their story) and have gone from strength to strength since.
It’s encouraging to hear the progress that prominent Australian companies are making when it comes to setting the pace for neurodiverse inclusion at work.
If you’re interested in learning more about hiring a broader range of people, connect with me on LinkedIn and let’s start a conversation.
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30min
November 06, 2018 Ep9 - Chris Varney, Founder of the I-Can Network
Chris is a an inspirational guy. Someone who saw a serious gap in the way that young autistic people were being supported to self advocate and see their strengths and what they ‘can do’. In a world where too many young autistic people are told what they can’t do (by often well meaning people), like all young people they need to be encourage to discover and focus on the things they can do.
The I-Can Network works hard to empower young people across primary, secondary and tertiary education settings and also provides a range of speakers and mentoring opportunities.
Check them out and take a look at the various profiles of speakers and staff, many of whom are autistic themselves.
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36min
October 18, 2018 Ep 8 - Rob Austin, Professor Ivey School of Business
Rob has worked extensively with a number of organisations in the US who have been paving the way when it comes to neurodiverse recruitment and realising the value and benefits of having a more diverse workforce.
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47min
October 11, 2018 Ep 7 - Hiren Shukla, Ernst & Young Leader of Innovation & Neurodiversity
A fantastic interview with Hiren Shukla from Ernst & Young who is demonstrating the real commercial value of taking a broader view when hiring talent.
Hiren talks about the path to success at Ernst & Young and where the program is looking to head for them in the future.
We also discuss how hiring and nurturing neurodiverse staff has had a profound impact on the leadership skills and approach for managers and how other staff are seeing value from that.
If you enjoyed this episode, my ask of you is to share it with two people who you think might benefit from listening to the podcast.
As always, if you’d like to hear more from me, please connect with me on LinkedIn or email me any time with any questions or thoughts you might have.
Connect with Hiren on LinkedIn
DisabilityIn - Autism@Work Roundtable
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45min
October 03, 2018 Ep 6 - Tim Goldstein, autism advocate and public speaker
In this episode I talk through the opportunities for employers to leverage the unique talents of neurodiverse employees. We also talk about a framework that Tim has established for assisting neurodiverse people to better breakdown their messaging, and frankly this is a nice simple way of helping to level set your messaging for anyone to use.
To see more on Tim and to connect check out Tim’s website at:
www.timgoldstein.com
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FAQs about Spectra-cast:

How many episodes does Spectra-cast have?

The podcast currently has 15 episodes available.