We all know that getting ready for a job is no longer as simple as putting out your resume and hoping for the best. In this episode, we talk about how to use your strengths, skills and interests to help you get a job that accommodates your needs. We also discuss the best ways to gain valuable job experience, as well as a list of free resources and organizations to help support you along the way.

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Anyone with an interest in autism will have heard the cry that it has become an epidemic. There are even people out there who think that autism is being glorified, with young autistic influencers romanticizing their fun 'quirks' and not recognizing autism as the debilitating disability that it is. In this episode we discuss the validity of these claims that having autism or pretending to have autism is the new trend.

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I've had lots of people ask me why anyone would need to bother to get an autism assessment done at the age of 50. "You've made it this far." "You're doing fine." "You're not really autistic autistic." There are lots of reasons people look for a diagnosis later in life. We discuss the most common ones and why my reason was completely different.

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Parenting comes with a lot of challenges, and those challenges can take different forms depending on your child’s support needs. In this episode we talk about the differences and the similarities in parenting two autistic kids at different levels. From sensory sensitivities to social expectations, this episode is about the realities that don't always match the assumptions.

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In this episode, we explore the unique challenges faced by autistic individuals who are non-speaking, as well as the people who support them. We discuss why the term non-speaking is preferable to non-verbal and the difference between receptive and expressive language. Stay tuned to the end to hear some practical strategies that can help facilitate communication!

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In this episode, we’re talking about how autistic communication often differs from neurotypical norms. We break down what communication actually means, how autistic people tend to express themselves, and why common social expectations can feel confusing or overwhelming.We also share some practical strategies to help bridge the communication gap.

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Grief is something we all face, but for autistic individuals the experience can be especially complex and often misunderstood. In this episode we talk openly about what grief looks like for autistic people, why it might show up differently, and some practical strategies to help support the autistic individual in your life.

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This episode tackles a question many parents quietly carry but rarely talk about. What happens to your autistic child if you’re not there to care for them anymore? We cover the basics of wills, naming an executor, and why it's critical to choose a guardian with care. We also discuss the emotional and practical side of planning for the future, from preparing potential caregivers to facing the uncomfortable truth that without a plan, the outcomes can be devastating.

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This episode is about my experience with the difficult, confusing and ridiculous process of applying for guardianship for my son when he turns 18. Legally, he becomes an independent adult. It doesn't matter that he has an intellectual disability and is non-speaking, I won’t legally be able to continue to make decisions for him without it. Yet not a single person has ever mentioned guardianship. Not during school meetings, not through the disability support application process, not anywhere. So I’m walking you through what I’ve learned the hard way: the process of applying for guardianship in Ontario, what the government doesn’t explain, and what I wish someone had told me months ago. - K

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What does it actually take for autistic adults to have a place they can truly call home? In this episode, we look at the reality behind “autistic alternative living”. We discuss the kinds of housing options that exist, the ones that should exist, and the massive barriers in between. From the “double cliff” many autistic people face, to the impact of income, co-occurring mental health needs, and the importance of safety and community, we talk about why finding housing isn’t just hard, it’s often impossible.

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