Takiwātanga (Autism) Experience

🧠🎸 What do ADHD, heavy metal music, and Māori culture have in common? Meet Hamish Blood — a proud bogan from New Zealand who brings them all together in one awesome story! 🇳🇿

In this episode, we talk about what it's like to live with ADHD, how neurodiversity makes people think in amazing ways, and why heavy metal is more than just loud music — it's a way to feel strong, focused, and free. 🎶⚡

Hamish also shares what it means to be Māori and how his Māori identity and his love for bogan life go hand in hand. 🌿 From family time at the marae to rocking out at concerts, Hamish shows us how being different is something to celebrate.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

• 🧠 How ADHD affects your brain and why that’s totally okay

• 🎸 Why metal music can be powerful for neurodivergent minds

• 🌿 What it means to be Māori and proud of your roots

• 🤘 How being a bogan helps you stay true to yourself

This episode is all about being proud of who you are, no matter how your brain works, what music you love, or where you come from. 😎💚

Clips taken from full interview here:

https://youtu.be/VNLjLSGyUqE?si=EZIwVSrWDAcnYXrB

Sam Leamy join us to share his unique journey from a childhood filled with musical inspiration to his life as a musician deeply connected to his art.Sam delves into his early musical influences, the records that captivated him as a toddler, and his eventual discovery of heavy metal, which opened a new world for him. He candidly discusses his experiences growing up as a neurodivergent individual, his recent autism diagnosis, and how this has shaped his understanding of the world around him. Through vibrant anecdotes, Sam gives us a glimpse into his creative process, the bands he's been part of, and his passion for music that's unrestricted by genres. Whether he's jamming with bandmates or facing the challenges of a live performance, Sam's stories highlight the vibrant, sometimes complex intersection of music and identity. Join us as we explore Sam's life, where music and autism converge to create a profound and insightful experience.Love Not Cure.Exploring autism one strength at a time.Takiwatānga is the Te Reo Māori for autism.From 'tōku/tōna anō takiwā' - 'my/his/her own time and space' This is a New Zealand-based podcast about autism.🍿 Channels you might be interested to watch:Hades X | Chronicles:📼 YouTube: https://bit.ly/HadesXchronicles🎙 Spotify : https://spoti.fi/3VTHOvH🎙 Apple : https://apple.co/3LuXgIeHades X's Kultura:📼 YouTube: https://bit.ly/KulturaIncident🎙 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3K3BxqF 🎙 Apple: https://apple.co/42zpwAH Hades X's Takiwātanga:📼 YouTube: https://bit.ly/3wcGUwx🎙 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3K8BRV6🎙 Apple: https://apple.co/3NkKmORYou can also buy some merch here:🛍 https://eesel.digitees.co.nzwww.takiwatanga.org.nz------------------------------Let’s SOCIALise, don't forget to like and follow:📱 FB: @iamhadesx📷 IG: @iamhadesx✖️ X: @iamhadesx//About me:In case we haven’t met before,Great to see you here! I regularly publish contents here about great people doing great things.*Some of the links in this description may be affiliate links. I get a portion of the sale to help me support the channel. Thanks for supporting this channel.// 😁 Disclaimer:Links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you! Thank you for supporting me so I can continue to provide you with free content each week!#thepodcast #aotearoanewzealand #people #tangata #mgatao#Takiwatanga, #autismawareness, #autism, #lovenotcure

In this episode, we chat with Nick, who shares his story growing up with ADHD. He talks about how learning and playing music helped him. From piano lessons to starting a band, Nick's journey is full of interesting moments and tips.

Electric Tapestry https://www.facebook.com/electric.tapestry.music/

Highlights:

Nick talks about his childhood and ADHD 🧠

How music and learning instruments helped him 🎷🎸

Starting his own band and making music 🎶

Tips for handling ADHD, especially as a musician 🎵👉

Perfect for anyone interested in how music can be a great way to deal with ADHD.

Tune in to hear Nick's inspiring story!Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more fascinating stories on music and ADHD.

This episode is a Takiwātanga edition of Kultura Incident.

You can watch the full episode

here.https://youtu.be/9v_XvRcslDc#ADHD

#Music #Podcast #ADHDandMusic #Nick #MusicJourney #BandLife #Neurodivergent #KulturaPodcast 🎧🎸

Love Not Cure.Exploring autism one strength at a time.

Takiwatānga is the Te Reo Māori for autism.

From 'tōku/tōna anō takiwā' - 'my/his/her own time and space' This is a New Zealand-based podcast about autism.You can also buy some merch here:🛍

https://eesel.digitees.co.nz

www.takiwatanga.org.nz

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Let’s SOCIALise, don't forget to like and follow:

📱 FB: @iamhadesx

📷 IG: @iamhadesx

✖️ X: @iamhadesx

//About me:In case we haven’t met before,Great to see you here! I regularly publish contents here about great people doing great things.

*Some of the links in this description may be affiliate links. I get a portion of the sale to help me support the channel. Thanks for supporting this channel.

Meredith also speaks about the importance of support groups, workshops, and finding the right information. Listen to learn about Meredith's personal stories, the challenges she faced, and how she helps other parents navigate similar situations.

This episode is a heartwarming look into the world of raising children with disabilities and the power of community support.

Graeme is a dedicated father navigating the challenges of his kids who each view and interact with the world in their unique ways. His children present a diverse spectrum of communication abilities, with some experiencing significant speaking challenges.

Within his family, Graeme embraces a wide range of autism and PDA, which adds layers of complexity and richness to their interactions. Gaeme continues to foster an environment of understanding and growth for his children, celebrating their individuality and strength.

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This episode is a series of clips taken from the recent Kultura Incident Episode.

Iain Girvan's journey as a father has been shaped by the challenges and complexities of raising a child with unique needs. When a pediatrician casually mentioned a term that piqued his curiosity, Iain delved into extensive research, scouring websites and reading everything he could. Despite his efforts, he found a glaring absence of fathers in the discourse, with much of the focus directed towards mothers.

Iain's FaceBook Page:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558418123427

Listen to the full episode here:

https://open.spotify.com/episode/3nRpdPsE8o4A2Kq8YbJbWW

Apple Podcast:

https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/iain-girvins-perspective-on-parenting-a-child/id1676818846?i=1000668800331

YouTube Video Full Episode:

https://youtu.be/o57kQSSC9h4

I listened to a talk by Guy Shahar and this is my take.

You can watch the video here.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S8Nb2FDmQo4

In this episode of Takiwatanga, we explore a paradigm shift in the way we understand autism, as presented by Jac den Houting in their TEDx talk. Jac, an openly autistic autism researcher, challenges the traditional medical assumptions of autism and introduces the concept of neurodiversity. They share personal experiences and research findings that question the focus of autism research and the societal approach to disability. Join us as we delve into the crucial need for a paradigm shift in our understanding of autism and the importance of recognizing and respecting the diverse perspectives and needs of autistic individuals.

Link to TED X:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A1AUdaH-EPM

In today's episode we explore the truths and misconceptions surrounding autism. From highlighting the unique talents and perspectives of individuals on the spectrum to debunking common myths, we uncover the diverse and remarkable aspects of autism. Join us as we navigate through 10 key insights about autism, shedding light on the beauty and complexity of those who experience it.