The Autism Dad

By Rob GorskiHealth & Fitness Mental Health Parenting Kids & Family

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The Autism Dad episodes

August 26, 2022 "Dear Parents" (w/Rob Gorski) S5E30
I don't know who needs to hear this but if you're a parent to a child with a disability, this episode was recorded for you.
Host Bio:
Rob Gorski is a single Dad to three amazing autistic boys as well as Found and CEO of The Autism Dad, LLC. Multiple award-winning blogger, podcaster, content creator, digital marketer, social media influencer, and respected public figure for well over a decade.
Connect with Rob Gorski: https://listen.theautismdad.com
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Learn More About Mightier
Mightier is a clinically proven mobile gaming app that was developed at Boston Children’s Hospital.
It’s already helped more than 100,000 kids, including my crew here at home. Kids play on a tablet or a phone while wearing a heart rate monitor. And Mightier incorporates breathing exercises and other calming techniques as part of the game. Kids get to see when it’s time to cool down and learn how to do it themselves. And parents get to track their progress. Visit mightier.com and use the promo code "theautismdad22" at checkout to save 10%.
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7 min
August 22, 2022 "One Dad's Autism Parenting Journey" (feat. Paul Cimins) S5E29
My guest today is Paul Cimins. Paul is an autism Dad, Founder of Autism Radio, and host of the Hope Saves The Day Podcast. We have a conversation about his parenting journey, how raising his amazing autistic son impacted him, and changed the course of his life.
Guest Bio:
Paul Cimins is the father of an autistic child, host of the Hope Saves The Day Podcast, and is the CEO and founder of Autism Radio™. Started in 2007, Autism Radio™ is dedicated to raising public awareness about autism, as well as helping individuals, and families, within the autism. Their mission is to provide physical, emotional, and financial support to families in need within the autism community.
Connect with Paul Cimins:
Autism Radio
Hope Saves The Day Podcast
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Host Bio:
Rob Gorski is a single Dad to three amazing autistic boys as well as Found and CEO of The Autism Dad, LLC. Multiple award-winning blogger, podcaster, content creator, digital marketer, social media influencer, and respected public figure for well over a decade.
Connect with Rob Gorski: https://listen.theautismdad.com
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Learn More About Mightier
Mightier is a clinically proven mobile gaming app that was developed at Boston Children’s Hospital.
It’s already helped more than 100,000 kids, including my crew here at home. Kids play on a tablet or a phone while wearing a heart rate monitor. And Mightier incorporates breathing exercises and other calming techniques as part of the game. Kids get to see when it’s time to cool down and learn how to do it themselves. And parents get to track their progress. Visit mightier.com and use the promo code "theautismdad22" at checkout to save 10%.
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Learn More About Bened Life
Bened Life supports a neuroinclusive community with education and science-backed probiotics that promote mental and physical health. Bened Life prides itself on hiring neurodivergent staff that helps to run multiple facets of their business. Their medical probiotic, Neuralli, featuring the probiotic PS128, has already helped thousands of neurotypical and neurodivergent people worldwide. Learn more by going to benedlife.com. Use the code "theautismdad" at checkout for 20% off your first order.
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43 min
August 19, 2022 .....and the winner is (feat. Dr. Jason Kahn) S5E28
Dr. Jason Kahn from Mightier is back to help me announce the winner of the Mightier 1 year subscription giveaway and talk about what they can expect as their child begins using Mightier for the first time.
Thank you to everyone for entering and making this giveaway a success.
Thank you to Jason and the whole Mightier team for supporting this giveaway and giving back to the community.
Guest Bio:
Dr. Jason Kahn is a developmental psychologist and researcher from Boston Children’s Hospital, an instructor at Harvard, and co-founder, as well as, Chief Science Officer of Mightier.
Find Mightier at https://mightier.com
Use the code "theautismdad" to save 10% of Mightier
Host Bio:
Rob Gorski is a single Dad to three amazing autistic boys as well as Found and CEO of The Autism Dad, LLC. Multiple award-winning blogger, podcaster, content creator, digital marketer, social media influencer, and respected public figure for well over a decade.
Connect with Rob Gorski: https://listen.theautismdad.com
You can learn more about Mightier by visiting mightier.com and remember to use the code "theautismdad" to save 10%.
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Learn More About Bened Life
Bened Life supports a neuroinclusive community with education and science-backed probiotics that promote mental and physical health. Bened Life prides itself on hiring neurodivergent staff that helps to run multiple facets of their business. Their medical probiotic, Neuralli, featuring the probiotic PS128, has already helped thousands of neurotypical and neurodivergent people worldwide. Learn more by going to benedlife.com. Use the code "theautismdad" at checkout for 20% off your first order.
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9 min
August 15, 2022 One Mom's Mission (feat. Tiffany Hamilton) S5E27
Tiffany Hamilton co-founded Victor Wear, along with her autistic son Isaiah. Victor Wear is an inspirational clothing line that inspires resilience. 10% of every Victor Wear product sold goes to Special Olympics. Tiffany is on a mission to build a corporation primarily run by people with disabilities. This is the inspiration behind her journey.
Guest Bio:
Mom and Founder of Victor Wear, an inspirational activewear brand, with her amazing teenage son. Its mission is to inspire triumph over obstacles and empower underserved communities to be victorious. 10% of every product sold goes to Special Olympics VA
Check out Victor Wear
Host Bio:
Rob Gorski is a single Dad to three amazing autistic boys as well as Found and CEO of The Autism Dad, LLC. Multiple award-winning blogger, podcaster, content creator, digital marketer, social media influencer, and respected public figure for well over a decade.
Connect with Rob Gorski: listen.theautismdad.com
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Learn More About Mightier
Mightier is a clinically proven mobile gaming app that was developed at Boston Children’s Hospital.
It’s already helped more than 100,000 kids, including my crew here at home. Kids play on a tablet or a phone while wearing a heart rate monitor. And Mightier incorporates breathing exercises and other calming techniques as part of the game. Kids get to see when it’s time to cool down and learn how to do it themselves. And parents get to track their progress. Visit mightier.com and use the promo code "theautismdad22" at checkout to save 10%.
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Learn More About SeeInMe
It's not easy to trust anyone with your vulnerable loved ones. When my kids were younger, I was terrified of leaving them with anyone outside of close family. I worried that my kids wouldn't be understood or have their needs met by anyone who didn't really know them. I've had so many conversations with other parents over the years who feel the same way.
It's tough. It really is. And I get it for anyone going through this right now. I have good news for you SeeInMe can help. SeeInMe is a card that uses NFC technology and QR codes to allow teachers, caregivers, healthcare workers, and even first responders to learn about your loved one instantly. The profile you create for your loved one will pop up on their phone screen and provide valuable information that can make interactions in any setting.
Personalized and positive SeeInMe was designed by Dr. Risa Stein, a mother to a neurodivergent son and a clinical psychologist. She designed CME to help with her own family, and it can help yours too. You can learn more about SeeInMe by visiting seeinme.com. Use the code "theautismdad" to save 20%.
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40 min
August 12, 2022 Confessions of a Depressed Dad (feat. Rob Gorski) S5E26
I don't know who needs to hear this, but I'm a single Dad battling depression, anxiety, and burnout. If you can relate, you're not alone. In this short episode, I talk honestly about my current mental health struggles and the importance of normalizing these conversations.
Host Bio:
Rob Gorski is a single Dad to three amazing autistic boys as well as Found and CEO of The Autism Dad, LLC. Multiple award-winning blogger, podcaster, content creator, digital marketer, social media influencer, and respected public figure for well over a decade.
Connect with Rob Gorski: https://listen.theautismdad.com
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Learn More About Mightier
Mightier is a clinically proven mobile gaming app that was developed at Boston Children’s Hospital.
It’s already helped more than 100,000 kids, including my crew here at home. Kids play on a tablet or a phone while wearing a heart rate monitor. And Mightier incorporates breathing exercises and other calming techniques as part of the game. Kids get to see when it’s time to cool down and learn how to do it themselves. And parents get to track their progress. Visit mightier.com and use the promo code "theautismdad22" at checkout to save 10%.
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18 min
August 01, 2022 Missed Milestones (feat. Dr. Jason Kahn) S5E25
My guest today is Dr. Jason Kahn, a Developmental Psychiatrist out of Harvard. We all know how important milestones are in child development, and the role they play in detecting early signs of autism but do you know when should be worrying about a missed milestone, and when we should just give our kids a little more time? Dr. Kahn is here to help us navigate this and gain some peace of mind.
Link to enter the Mightier Giveaway: https://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/06ca993f46/?
Guest Bio:
Dr. Jason Kahn is a developmental psychologist and researcher from Boston Children’s Hospital, an instructor at Harvard, and co-founder, as well as, Chief Science Officer of Mightier.
Find Mightier at https://mightier.com
Use the code "theautismdad" to save 10% of Mightier
Host Bio:
Rob Gorski is a single Dad to three amazing autistic boys as well as Found and CEO of The Autism Dad, LLC. Multiple award-winning blogger, podcaster, content creator, digital marketer, social media influencer, and respected public figure for well over a decade.
Connect with Rob Gorski: https://listen.theautismdad.com
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Learn More About Trail Magik
Communing with nature is one of the best methods of self-care available, and hiking is one of the best ways to enjoy nature.
If you’re a parent who enjoys hitting the trails with your little ones, you’re already aware that toddlers will walk some of the journey and want carried the rest of the way. There are tons of contraptions for carrying babies while on the trails, but what about those in between, toddler years? You don’t want to bring a big bulky carrier for a kid who’s only going to use it some of the time.
The Trail Magik Kid Carrier solves that problem and does so brilliantly.
Invented by a Dad who wanted to take his 3-year-old backpacking. It’s for kiddos 12 months up to 43 pounds. The carrier attaches onto hiking backpacks and durable daypacks that have a waist strap & upper loaders. Weighing less than 10oz, it’s so portable, you can stuff it into the side of your backpack when not in use. It’s a game-changer for the "outdoor adventure family" community.
For more information, visit TrailMagik.com.
Use the code "theautismdad" at check out and save 10% of your order.
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Learn More About This Giveaway
Mightier is a biofeedback-based video game platform that teaches kids how to emotionally self-regulate. This means that kids learn the skills. They need to manage their emotions and reduce meltdowns, thus improving the quality of their life. My kids have been using Mightier for years, and it's made such a difference in our house.
I'm a huge fan of science and mighty ear is proven science out of Harvard Medical and Boston. Children's Hospital.
I'm so excited to share that I've partnered with my friends at Mightier to provide one of my listeners with a full one-year subscription to their amazing platform. This includes access to the platform itself, a full Mightier kit, including a brand new Mightier tablet and even some fun swag for the kiddos.
This contest will run from August 1st through August 12th. The winner will be announced on Friday, August 19th at 7:00 AM EST right here on the podcast. So be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast listening app and tune in. Link the show notes below for contest rules, ways to enter, and, uh, all that fun stuff. For more information on Mightier, visit https://mightier.com
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39 min
July 25, 2022 Presley's Place: A sensory reprieve inside Pittsburgh International Airport (feat. Bob Kerlik) S5E24
Today's show is all about inclusivity and how important it is to provide equal access to travel for all people. My guest today is Bob Kerlik. Bob is Vice President of Media Relations at Allegheny County Airport Authority, and he's here to talk about Presley's Place. Presley's Place is a massive, state-of-the-art sensory room inside Pittsburgh International Airport. This is the story of how it all got started.
Guest Bio:
Bob Kerlik is vice president of media relations for the Allegheny County Airport Authority and executive editor of Blue Sky News. Bob has more than 15 years of experience in communications, including a dozen years as a reporter at the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. He graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Journalism from Duquesne University, where he later served as an adjunct instructor and advisor for the university’s student newspaper.
Learn more about Pittsburgh International Airport and Presley's Place:
https://flypittsburgh.com/
Host Bio:
Rob Gorski is a single Dad to three amazing autistic boys as well as Found and CEO of The Autism Dad, LLC. Multiple award-winning blogger, podcaster, content creator, digital marketer, social media influencer, and respected public figure for well over a decade.
Connect with Rob Gorski: https://listen.theautismdad.com
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Learn More About SuperBill
SuperBill provides a hands off concierge service that helps you understand, navigate and utilize your out of network insurance benefit. I know how hard it can be to schedule, manage, and get our kids to all of these appointments. Why not let super bill handle the auto network piece. They work directly with your private pay care providers. Submit super bills, provide rejection resolution, and track claims and reimbursement from your insurance provider.
SuperBill is affordable at less than $20 a month per family. And as an exclusive offer for my listeners, visit thesuperbill.com that's thesuperbill.com. And use the code "theautismdad" to get your first month free.
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Learn More About Mightier
Mightier is a clinically proven mobile gaming app that was developed at Boston Children’s Hospital.
It’s already helped more than 100,000 kids, including my crew here at home. Kids play on a tablet or a phone while wearing a heart rate monitor. And Mightier incorporates breathing exercises and other calming techniques as part of the game. Kids get to see when it’s time to cool down and learn how to do it themselves. And parents get to track their progress. Visit mightier.com and use the promo code "theautismdad22" at checkout to save 10%.
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30 min
July 23, 2022 Feeling Guilty and Sensory Eating (feat. Rob Gorski) S5E23
This week's Answering Listener Questions episode is brought to you by SuperBill. Today's listener topics are about not feeling guilty for taking time for yourself (selfcare) and sensory eating vs picky eating. This episode is less than 10 minutes.
Host Bio:
Rob Gorski is a single Dad to three amazing autistic boys as well as Found and CEO of The Autism Dad, LLC. Multiple award-winning blogger, podcaster, content creator, digital marketer, social media influencer, and respected public figure for well over a decade.
Connect with Rob Gorski: https://listen.theautismdad.com
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Learn More About SuperBill
SuperBill provides a hands off concierge service that helps you understand, navigate and utilize your out of network insurance benefit. I know how hard it can be to schedule, manage, and get our kids to all of these appointments. Why not let super bill handle the auto network piece. They work directly with your private pay care providers. Submit super bills, provide rejection resolution, and track claims and reimbursement from your insurance provider.
SuperBill is affordable at less than $20 a month per family. And as an exclusive offer for my listeners, visit thesuperbill.com that's thesuperbill.com. And use the code "theautismdad" to get your first month free.
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11 min
July 18, 2022 Keeping Your Child's Support Team Up To Date (feat. Risa Stein PhD, MA) S5E22
I speak with Risa Stein, Ph.D., MA in this parenting resource episode. Risa is a mother to a neurodivergent son and a Clinical Psychologist. She's also the Founder and CEO of SeeInMe. SeeInMe is an NFC-based technology that helps caregivers, teachers, providers, and self-advocates.
Guest Bio:
Risa Stein PhD, MD is a clinical psychologist, mother to a neurodivergent son, and granddaughter to a (now deceased) Alzheimer’s sufferer. She has struggled with entrusting her loved ones to the care of someone who does not and cannot easily get to know them. She created SeeInMe to address this problem.
Connect with Risa: seeinme.com
Host Bio:
Rob Gorski is a single Dad to three amazing autistic boys as well as Found and CEO of The Autism Dad, LLC. Multiple award-winning blogger, podcaster, content creator, digital marketer, social media influencer, and respected public figure for well over a decade.
Connect with Rob Gorski: https://listen.theautismdad.com
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Learn More About Shelley Kenow
I know how frustrating and scary and overwhelming IEP meetings can be. I want to connect you with my friend, Shelly Keno. She is an IEP coach with over 30 years of experience in special education.
IEP meetings don't have to be scary. It's so important that we empower ourselves with knowledge and insights so that we can better navigate these difficult situations and work together with the school for the betterment of our kids.
So if you're interested in learning about what Shelley does visit shelleykenow.com, and use the code, "theautismdad" to save $7 off of an IEP review.
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Learn More About Mightier
Mightier is a clinically proven mobile gaming app that was developed at Boston Children’s Hospital.
It’s already helped more than 100,000 kids, including my crew here at home. Kids play on a tablet or a phone while wearing a heart rate monitor. And Mightier incorporates breathing exercises and other calming techniques as part of the game. Kids get to see when it’s time to cool down and learn how to do it themselves. And parents get to track their progress. Visit mightier.com and use the promo code "theautismdad22" at checkout to save 10%.
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36 min
July 15, 2022 Why Does My Kid Have Meltdowns After School? (feat. Rob Gorski) S5E21
I'm answering listener and reader questions every Friday. Today's question is "Why does my kid have meltdowns after school?" The second part of that question is "What can we do to help prevent them from happening?"
The runtime for this is less than 10 minutes but it's 10 minutes well spent.
Submit your questions at listen.theautismdad.com. ☺
Host Bio:
Rob Gorski is a single Dad to three amazing autistic boys as well as Found and CEO of The Autism Dad, LLC. Multiple award-winning blogger, podcaster, content creator, digital marketer, social media influencer, and respected public figure for well over a decade.
Connect with Rob Gorski:
https://listen.theautismdad.com
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Learn More About Mightier
Mightier is a clinically proven mobile gaming app that was developed at Boston Children’s Hospital.
It’s already helped more than 100,000 kids, including my crew here at home. Kids play on a tablet or a phone while wearing a heart rate monitor. And Mightier incorporates breathing exercises and other calming techniques as part of the game. Kids get to see when it’s time to cool down and learn how to do it themselves. And parents get to track their progress. Visit mightier.com and use the promo code "theautismdad22" at checkout to save 10%.
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9 min