The Autistic Culture Podcast

An episode that takes on the heavy lifting.

Here’s what’s packed into this episode:

* In this episode, we tackle the autistic hell that is moving — diving into all the intricate details, overwhelming processes, and sharing strategies for coping through it all.

* Our hosts discuss Matt's recent move and explore the time-consuming yet worthwhile systems autistic individuals often need to implement to stay comfortable and regulated in their own homes.

* Matt and Angela dive into the art of emotional regulation and why it's such a foundational task for autistic folks. They also discuss how to incorporate emotional regulation strategies into the moving process as much as possible.

* We discuss the importance of having our own Autistic Survival Packs in each room of the house and how crucial they are for regulation. Angela shares some of her essential items, including eye drops, nail files, phone chargers, and blankets for temperature regulation—a common issue for many autistic individuals.

* In this episode, we also dive into how autistic folks often have a predisposition toward hoarding and emotional attachments to their belongings, and explore ways to break this generational curse.

“As you know, we [autistic people] process 42% more information at rest than neurotypical people. Because of that, our brains are always churning through the data and always looking at the variables. Our brains are much more variable-focused. We’re much more detail-oriented than neurotypical people. Neurotypical people are big-picture people. We are the minutiae. And when it comes to moving, it’s all about the minutiae. ” - Matt

“There’s a lot of stuff that we [autistic folks] don’t have opinions on - but when we do have opinions, we have f*****g strong opinions. And when we find something that just clicks with us, we need it. You need your mattress.” - Matt

“Emotional regulation is our biggest job as autistic people. It’s a full-time job, it’s our number one job. There are going to be times you’re dysregulated. You’re gonna have to go to court, you’re gonna have to go to the DMV, a cop is going to pull you over. You are going to be dysregulated some of the time. And so every single second you can possibly control being emotionally regulated, that’s your job to put first in order.” - Angela

“Well, so this is the thing about the ‘tism, right? Because again, the neurotypicals only know us by our deficits, but we only have the deficits when we’re dysregulated. We only have the deficits when we are out of our element, when we are desperately trying to accommodate everyone else and everything else. We have to do that for us first. And in order to be a functional human being, you need to have that regulation.” - Matt

“Is one of your techniques [for phone calls] is as soon as the phone picks up, I just start screaming ‘agent, agent, agent, f**k you, agent, let me talk to a person, f**k you. Do you do that? Is that your technique? It doesn’t work, but it is my approach.” - Angela

Did you catch the whirlwind of emotions that come with moving? In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into Matt's recent move and all the unexpected hurdles along the way! Thanks for tuning in! Share your thoughts in the comments, and use #AutisticCultureCatch to connect with fellow listeners on social media. Which moments or insights from Matt's story resonate with your own moving experiences?

Resources:

*The* Viral Tiktok Shower Head -

Ziffit - Sell Your Books

Matt’s Favorite Disney Coffee

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An episode with flavor!

Here’s what’s to come in today’s episode:

* On today’s episode, Matt and Angela welcome neurodivergent podcaster and Anthony Bourdain aficionado Patrick Casale (he/his) (from the Divergent Conversations podcast) to share a neurodivergent take on the man, the myth, the legend.

* Licensed therapist and neurodivergent podcaster Patrick Casale shares how Anthony Bourdain’s journey—and watching the posthumous film Roadrunner—inspired him to pursue his own autism diagnosis.

* Our hosts chat with Patrick about why so many kitchen staff are likely AuDHD—exploring how restaurant work allows them to unmask, embrace the comfort of parallel play, and thrive in the structured, fast-paced environment that kitchens often demand.

* In this episode, we delve into Bourdain’s special interests—his deep fascination with true crime, and his passion for exploring the cultures and cuisines of the world.

* Did you know? One of Anthony Bourdain’s special interests was writing and reading graphic novels. His staff and crew have even shared that he had just four or five key talking points he’d circle back to time and time again—a classic autistic-coded trait!

* During this episode, we dive into the traits that made Anthony Bourdain resonate so strongly with the autistic community—like his monotropic focus, heightened sensory sensitivity, and his unique approach to building community through travel in deeply nontraditional ways.

“What hit me really hard in this movie especially - and just reading all of his books and watching all the shows and everything that we will probably talk about is like - this deep, painful, lonely existence where he was surrounded by people who really cared about him all the time, but he could not access it. And he talks openly about that experience and how painful it was, how often he wanted to be on the go, experiencing new things while simultaneously feeling like ‘I really need to be in my home. My safe space, with my safe people.’ It was just like this push-pull, constantly.” - Patrick

“I think a lot of kitchen staff and restaurant staff and restaurant staff are definitely ADHD/autistic to some degree/in some capacity, and the kitchen staff specifically tend to be a lot of autistic people. A lot of people feel like they don’t fit in, they feel like misfits, they feel like this is the only place I can really be my true self and really like unmask in a way where everyone around me is experiencing the same thing. And I found that to be so profoundly powerful.” - Patrick

“Listen, I was in Iceland two weeks ago. We absolutely did not eat [fermented shark meat]. It was offered and I said ‘No, thank you’. I didn’t even eat the fish jerky. I do not believe fish is meant to be jerky.” - Angela

“I like the idea of adventure. I want to read about adventure, but when it comes to actually leaving the house, I’d rather be underground eating really good food. But, you know, when a wizard comes along and drags me kicking and screaming on an adventure to fight a dragon, I’m there. It’s one of those things.” - Matt

Did you ever notice how Anthony Bourdain captures the spirit of exploration and authenticity? In today’s episode, we dive deep into his legacy and why his unique perspective resonates so strongly with the autistic community. Thanks for tuning in! Share your thoughts in the comments, and use #AutisticCultureCatch to connect with fellow listeners on social media. Which moments or insights made you see Bourdain in a new light?

Resources:

instagram.com/patrick.casale

allthingspractice.com

divergentpod.com

empoweredescapes.com/retreat

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An episode that scores!

Here’s the play-by-play for this episode:

* In today’s episode, Matt and Angela sit down with Rick Bryson, one half of the powerhouse team behind Movies with Balls: The Greatest Sports Films of All Time, Analyzed and Illustrated.

* Movies with Balls combines fandom, analysis, and nostalgia, featuring unique illustrations of fantasy ticket stubs, memorabilia, and playmaps. It’s perfect for fans who love revisiting classic sports films and uncovering hidden gems—get ready to “play ball” with a whole new perspective!

* Movies with Balls was inspired by a simple question: what would the tickets from our favorite sports movies look like? From iconic matchups like Rocky vs. Drago to the 2004 Las Vegas Dodgeball Invitational, the book imagines physical, tangible tickets for legendary events we’d love to experience firsthand, beyond the movie theater or living room couch.

* Rick discusses the nostalgic appeal of media artifacts from a bygone era and how this inspired him and co-author Kyle Bandujo to create fantasy tickets—and an entire book filled with them. From kerning and font choices to color design, every detail carries significance.

* Much like how many autistic individuals find meaning in patterns, structure, and subtle details, Movies with Balls celebrates the joy of uncovering these small but important elements in the films we love. The attention to detail in the design of the fantasy tickets mirrors the way autistic people often experience the world—finding deep significance in things that others might overlook. Whether it’s the choice of color, font, or layout, these elements become a way to connect with the media on a deeper, more personal level, just as many autistic people connect with the world through the nuances that make up their unique experiences.

* Speaking of the little details, Rick shares the careful thought he put into designing each ticket stub, ensuring they had realistic crinkles, wrinkles, and stains—making them look as though they had truly been part of the experience.

* Movies with Balls is available at Barnes & Noble and Amazon—get ready to score a copy!

“I think a lot of people just watch the movie and then enjoy the movie and move on. And we [autistic folks] are like, my God, what were the tickets like? What were the chairs like? Were the chairs wider then? Was there more room in the seats? What kind of drinks did they have? Was that original Coke? Did they have Crystal Pepsi at that event? Like we want to know everything, okay. ” - Angela

“These are the teams we love as much as real-life teams. Frankly, we probably love these sports movie teams even more than our real-life teams, because they don’t let us down even postseason.” - Matt

“When a sports movie is done right, nothing can top it. You know, it gives you that big chill moment, makes you want to jump up off the couch and cheer.” - Rick Bryson

“There’s this great line in Seinfeld where I think he’s sitting on a plane and he’s spewing out all this pop culture nonsense to the supermodel and he’s hitting on her. And she’s like, ‘you know a lot about nothing’. And I feel like that’s me and Kyle. We have a database of just worthless stuff that helps us nowhere in the world. And then we found an outlet for it with this book.” - Rick Bryson

Did you notice how Movies with Balls captures the spirit of classic sports films? In today’s episode, we dive deep with co-author Rick Bryson! Thanks for tuning in! Share your thoughts on the conversation in the comments, and use #AutisticCultureCatch to connect with fellow listeners on social media. Which scenes or insights gave you that “sports ball” thrill?

Resources:

Movies with Balls: The Greatest Sports Films of All Time, Analyzed and Illustrated

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An episode that’s more than meets the eye!

Here’s what’s in store for this episode:

* In this episode, Matt gears up for a major info dump, breaking down the origins of the Transformers franchise—turns out, it’s a bot-tastic blend of autism and lore!

* We uncover that there are two canonically autistic Transformers characters—Transmutate and Geomotus. Not only are they explicitly identified as neurodivergent in the franchise, but they also embody classic autistic traits like sensory sensitivity, heightened empathy, naivety, bluntness, and difficulty with conventional social cues.

* Matt and Angela also dive into the work of autistic voice actor Corey Burton, who voiced Shockwave (and also brings the Disneyland monorail and buses to life)! They explore how Shockwave’s character carries autistic coding as well.

* Our two hosts transform the conversation as they explore how the franchise navigates the intersection of gender, sexuality, gender fluidity, and carving out a place in a society that can often feel a bit ableist.

“Shockwave is ultra-logical. Canonically, he has had his emotions removed so he can be more logical. He doesn’t have a face, he just has a light-up eye because you can’t read his facial expressions. Because he has a very flat face, a very flat affect, completely logical. So he is autistic coded from the start, voiced by an autistic actor [Cory Burton]. ” - Matt

“Geomotus is one of Cybertron’s most proficient geologists. A dedicated scientist, he’s happiest when he’s outdoors exploring the vast and ever-changing vistas of his home world, whether that’s spelunking into the sonic canyons or surveying the Rust Sea with the assistance of his onboard radar systems, rather than fighting the Decepticons. Unlike most Cybertronians, Geomotus is neurodivergent. In practice, this means that he’s blunt, occasionally withdrawn, and sometimes struggles with social cues.” - Matt

Did you notice how the Transformers franchise shifts gears to connect with the autistic experience? Roll out your thoughts in the comments, and use #AutisticCultureCatch to connect with fellow fans! Which traits revved up your engines in this episode?

Resources:

https://autistic-characters-of-the-day.tumblr.com/post/162050689439/netbug009-autistic-characters-of-the-day/amp

https://tfwiki.net/wiki/Transmutate_(BW)

https://tfwiki.net/wiki/Perceptor_(G1)

https://tfwiki.net/wiki/Geomotus

https://tfwiki.net/wiki/Lost_Light

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Taking care of business, the autistic way!

Here’s what to expect in this episode:

* In this episode, Matt and Juliette chat with Arielle Juliette (he/him, she/her), owner of Dance Life Studio and Fitness in Madison, Wisconsin. Arielle has created an inclusive space that celebrates neurodivergence and champions autistic advocacy.

* Our hosts dive into a lively chat with Arielle Juliette on building burnout-proof businesses—where setting boundaries and office hours are all part of the rhythm to avoid "dancing on the edge" of exhaustion!

* Arielle joins Matt and Angela to discuss his unexpected success on social media, the surprises of going viral, and the value of a comment moderator. She also shares how supportive comments with mixed intentions can sometimes sting even more than direct hate.

* A key topic in this episode is the intersection of capitalism and neurodiversity, highlighting how neurodivergent individuals in the workplace deserve to have their needs met without having to work harder than others to gain support and recognition.

Arielle Juliette's Bio

Arielle Juliette (he/him, she/her) is the owner and operator of Dance Life Studio and Fitness in Madison, Wisconsin, where she has cultivated a space that celebrates neurodivergence and champions autistic advocacy. With a deep love for dance that began in 2004, he specializes in Egyptian dance and focuses on making movement accessible for all bodies and neurotypes, breaking free from the rigid norms of allistic standards.

As an autistic entrepreneur, Arielle has reimagined what it means to run a business by prioritizing emotional regulation and setting boundaries that support her well-being. He has structured his business to align with his neurotype, including establishing office hours that help prevent burnout, proving that working with who you are can lead to a thriving career. In addition to leading Dance Life Studio, Arielle is also a viral social media creator, where she shares her unmasked, joyful autistic self and promotes the idea that all bodies and minds are worthy.

Through her work, Arielle is a strong advocate for embracing authenticity in both business and life, encouraging others to honor their neurodivergent selves.

“When our energy is gone, we are good to no one. So I must take my time to protect and replenish my energy in order to be of service to the fine folks who have not yet received emails from me. ” - Arielle

“Well, that’s the thing about being autistic itself, because, for a lot of people, you’re not autistic unless an outside observer determines your autism. So we’re not busy unless an outside observer determines whether or not we’re busy, even though mentally we are cycling through the next week or putting things in order or, you know, just to have it going through the autistic inertia of ‘I need to do this, but before I do this, I need to do this. And I need to put this in order in order to be able to do that.’ You’re doing the mental chess necessary. ” - Matt

“Like, I wanna tell all my stories and then I’m like, why do people have to comment? And if you did comment, why didn’t you comment the way I want you to? Now you’re ruining my life.” - Angela

“We’re worthy of being comfortable [in our business] and being paid for our things. And we don’t need to work harder than everybody else. And we deserve to have our needs met in order to give to people, because you asked like, what do we owe?” - Arielle

Did you notice how Arielle’s approach to business embodies the balance between authenticity and advocacy? Dancing to the beat of her own drum and breaking the mold for autistic entrepreneurs, Arielle is proving that success comes when you honor your neurotype. Thanks for joining us! Share your thoughts in the comments and use #AutisticCultureCatch to connect with fellow listeners. What traits from Arielle’s journey resonated with you this season?

Resources:

Wikipedia Entry for Belly Dance

https://www.madisondancelife.com/arielle

https://www.instagram.com/madisondancelife/?hl=en

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An Episode with Ye Olde Charm!

Here’s what’s to come in this episode:

* In this episode, Matt and Angela dive into why Renaissance Faires feel innately autistic and explore how the art of LARPing offers a unique twist on masking—where choosing your own character and setting clear expectations can actually work for autistic folks.

* Matt and Angela dive into how events like Ren Faires and concerts—though they might seem like sensory overload for autistic folks—can actually be a sensory delight, offering the freedom to "choose your own adventure" and control the level of sensory input.

* Additionally, Renaissance Faires and historical reenactments tap into the concept of stimming by recreating the same rituals and experiences in a consistent, familiar way over and over again.

* Our hosts explore why Renaissance Fests offer autistic folks a safe space to unmask, stim, embrace echolalia or non-speaking communication (whatever feels right!), set their own structure and rules, build careers around their special interests, and truly let their authentic selves shine.

“If you are unhappy in your job and you have a special interest, I promise you there is some way to make that into a career. God knows what way, but there is a way.” - Angela

“It’s the difference between being in the shower and being hit by a water gun. Because the water gun might be even less water than you’re getting in the shower, but you choose the time, you choose the place, you choose the intensity, you choose the temperature. ” - Matt

“Before the word ‘autism’ was ever uttered, you knew what kind of person would go out to the Gettysburg battlefield and dress up and have prop replicas and all these genuine replicas and have these, you know, historically accurate costumes they made themselves.” - Angela

Did you notice the connection between Renaissance Faires and the autistic experience? Huzzah for joining us! Share your noble thoughts in the comments, and use #AutisticCultureCatch to connect with fellow fairgoers on social media! Which parts of the fest truly made your spirits (and tankards) rise?

Resources:

https://authorjulieclark.com/aspergers-spd-and-more/the-carolina-renaissance-festival-a-feast-for-the-sensory

https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/psychology-meets-neurodiversity/202306/its-just-stimming

https://renfair.com/bristol/

Angela’s Medieval Wedding:

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An Episode With Bite!

Here’s a taste of what’s lurking in the shadows:

* In this episode, Matt and Angela sit down with Jessica Brothers—a true jack-of-all-trades. She's a metalhead, a former volunteer firefighter, an ex-ABA practitioner, and, oh yeah… an autistic vampire!

* Jessica shares her journey as a vampire within one of New Orleans' elusive houses, along with her unexpected stint as an ABA practitioner—a path that ultimately led her to recognize her own autism.

* Jessica, Angela, and Matt sink their teeth into the nonlinear hierarchy of New Orleans' vampire houses, uncovering eerie parallels between vampires and autistic individuals (a theme hinted at in our last episode, Vampires Are Autistic).

* Our resident vampire dives into how music serves as regulation, why tattoos are inherently autistic, the role of guardian to the ruthless Aurantian arachnid, and so much more in this fang-tastic new episode!

“In the fourth grade, I had to write a 500-word paper: ‘I will sit like a lady’. This is what my paper was - I described what I thought being biologically female meant at the time, and then I described sitting. The next section was about sitting- and then I was like: ‘Because I am biologically female, and because ‘lady’ is a synonym, and because I am sitting, I *am* sitting like a lady, no matter how I sit, because I am a lady who is sitting.” - Angela

“Communication is one of the most bizarre things ever - because you have this nebulous thought in your head, with electrical signals bouncing between neurons. Those electrical signals are translated to a floppy piece of meat in your mouth that wiggles, and when it wiggles, it causes air to wiggle, and that wiggling air causes earbones to wiggle, and when those earbones wiggle, it causes electrical signals to be sent to the auditory processing center of your brain, which decodes the wiggle-siggles, and then sends more electrical signals to someone else’s neurons. So, the fact that we communicate at all is astounding. ” - Matt

“I’m still experiencing what it’s like to be this... piecing together different parts of myself and realizing, oh sh*t!” - Jessica (on autism diagnosis and vampiredom)

Did you notice how Jess embodies the connection between vampires and the autistic experience? Fangs for joining us! Share your chilling thoughts in the comments, and use #AutisticCultureCatch to connect with other listeners on social media! Which traits sent a shiver down your spine this spooky season?

Resources:

Wikipedia entry for Argiope aurantiaRelated Episodes:

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Wait, Are Vampires Really Autistic?

Here's a bite of what’s to come:

* In this episode, Matt and Angela discuss everyone’s favorite mythical creature - the vampire. Throughout this episode, we discover some uncanny similarities between the autistic community and our fang-tastic fictional friends.

* The parallels between autistic individuals and vampires begin with our health comorbidities, like POTS and hemophilia, before diving into the more supernatural realms. Notably, the art of shapeshifting mirrors the phenomenon of autistic masking.

* Notably, while vampires boast the gift of immortality, autistics have their own secret: we seem to defy the aging process as if time has a different rulebook for us!

* Matt and Angela dive into the world of vampires and eerie icons in pop culture—from The Addams Family and What We Do in the Shadows to even Sesame Street—unpacking why these characters resonate as autistic-coded. They explore traits like monotropic focus, infodumping, and behaviors often mistaken for manipulation, revealing a deeper, neurodiverse connection in the spooky figures we know and love.

* And we uncover the truly autistic reason why garlic keeps vampires at bay—but you’ll have to tune in to get the scoop!

“The folklore of the vampires is like the neighborhood autistic person - because they’re weird, they must be from another planet! ” - Angela

“Vampires apparently can hear you coming from a mile away and disappear into the shadows, because again, if you’re at home and you hear somebody knock at your door, you’re going to disappear into the shadows, because This is The Way. I haven’t answered my door to anyone that I wasn’t expecting in years, because you can’t make me.” - Matt

“If you’re one of the vampire people of New Orleans, I get you now.” - Angela

Did you spot all the ways vampires embody the autistic experience? Share your spooky insights in the comments, and use #AutisticCultureCatch to connect with other creatures of the night—er, listeners—on social media! Which traits gave you chills this Halloween season?

Resources:

Encyclopedia Britannica’s entry about vampireshttps://www.instagram.com/date_dave_phillyRelated Episodes:

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New shows are coming back, and season 3 will be our best ever. Matt and Angela return with updates on what they’ve been up to over the summer and exciting announcements about the upcoming season!

Here's a taste of what's in store:

* Double the Content: We’re doubling down on episodes! We will still be doing our Tuesday episodes about Autistic Culture, but now, you can also join us for Advocacy Fridays, packed with strategies, interviews, and insights to support and empower the autistic community.

* Collaborations and Membership Content: Hear about new collaborations with guests like Becca Lory Hector. Plus, we’ll share the perks of our paid membership, including access to live Q&As and exclusive trainings.

* Live Events: Mark your calendars for our Halloween Costume Party (October 31), and Town Hall Q&As where you can ask us anything (dates: 12/17, 2/28, 5/26).

* New Merch Store Launch: We’ve partnered with DFTBA to bring you exclusive designs like “My Thoughts Are Numerous and Intense.” Learn about our collaboration and how your purchases directly support autistic voices.

* Opportunities for Guests, Sponsors, & Volunteers: Want to get involved with TACP? We’re looking for sponsors and volunteers to join our team and help amplify neurodivergent voices.

Join us as we gear up for an incredible season full of advocacy, community building, and some surprises along the way!

“That’s why we’re the PR people for autism. Because we have to live in a world that mistreats us and condemns us for being who we are.” —Matt

What would you love to see in season 3 of TACP? Share your ideas in the comments or on social media using #AutisticCultureCatch for a chance to have your suggestion featured!

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This episode was previously only available to paid subscribers, but by popular request we are making it available this week to everyone. Matt Lowry, LPP shares one of his most formative books on Gestalt Therapy.Want more book club episodes like this? Consider getting a power boost as a paid supporter of our show.

In this episode you will hear:

* The Perls’ groundbreaking ideas such as believing that your clients are reasonable humans and meeting people where they are!

* Approaching each client as a unique and worthy human who may need an individualized approach in order to heal.

* What your dreams really mean.

* The benefits of approaching each therapy session like an experiment.

“Gestalt is essentially the working with a whole.”

“Every session started by her asking me things like, ‘how are you’ or ‘how do you feel?’ And that pretty much took up the whole session with me trying to figure out how to answer that question. Then, I would end up crying about the fact that question was hard and I didn't know the answer to it…But nobody mentioned things like alexithymia, which might have been helpful to know.”

“That's actually like the biggest thing…Trying to translate the mysterious signals of one's meat body into understandable things.”

What have your experiences in therapy been like? What modalities have you found helpful or harmful?

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