What happens when the thing that once felt impossible becomes the thing that helps you connect?

In this episode, Kate and Toni are joined by Tom, a magician from the UK who shares his story of growing up autistic without knowing it, struggling through school, feeling misunderstood, and eventually finding a completely unexpected path through magic.

Tom opens up about being labeled as the “naughty kid,” navigating social challenges, masking, overwhelm, and the turning points that helped him better understand himself later in life. He also shares how learning magic gave him a way to communicate, build confidence, manage social situations, and create a space where people could connect with him on his terms.

And of course, Tom brings the magic. He performs several mind-blowing tricks that show not only his skill, but the unique way he thinks, connects, and he lets the magic speak for itself. 

This conversation is funny, honest, surprising, and full of moments that show how powerful it can be when someone finds the thing that finally makes the world feel a little more manageable.

Because sometimes support does not look like a textbook strategy.

Sometimes it looks like a deck of cards, a TikTok Live, and the courage to show up exactly as you are.

Tom’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thomasrickmagic?

@thomasrickmagic