David Rivera has experienced the need for, and benefits of mentoring in his own life, and has applied his lived experiences to setting up a non-profit for mentoring others. Barry and Dave discuss the various benefits of mentoring with David, and specifically, “Mentoring Autistic Minds”, the non-profit he has created that welcomes autistic and otherwise neurodivergent individuals to benefit from a community that provides opportunities for mentoring relationships. Learn more on our website See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kate Reynolds , also known as the Lavender Librarian, is the founder and director of Storytime Solidarity. Based in Ontario, Canada, Kate has been working in public libraries since 2010. She is also a sought after international keynote speaker, trained opera singer, patient advocate, writer, and content creator with a large social media following. Kate’s international advocacy has brought her to high-level events in Sweden, Hungary, Canada, and the United States. Kate holds masters degrees in musicology and library science at Western University as well as a bachelor of music in vocal performance at the University of Windsor. Openly disabled and autistic, Kate is working to make the world a kinder place, one storytime at a time. Learn more on our Website See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Julie Green is a professional writer, a mother, and is a late diagnosed autistic women. She, Dave, and Barry discuss what led to her late diagnosis, and the insights she has as an autistic person in raising her now teenage autistic son. Julie has also published professionally on parenting issues and discusses the process of writing a memoir that focuses on motherhood and autism, while simultaneously deepening her understanding of her own autism. Learn more on our Website See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As a parent, Daria Brown had some difficult decisions to make about choosing the right path for her young autistic child and her family. She chose a developmental relationship- based approach as it resonated with her as the best fit for her child. That choice led to a professional career in supporting parents, and also to her own late diagnosis as an autistic person. Barry and Dave discussed this choice with Daria, and how her journey has evolved. Learn more on our website See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Barry and Dave engage in a lively and wide-ranging discussion with educational specialist, Dr. Shelley Moore, internationally known for her progressive and value-based approach for educating neurodivergent students, and indeed, all students. The focus of the discussion is on changes that are needed to help educational systems to be neuro-affirming, inclusive, strength-based, and respectful of different learning styles. Learn more on our website See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sam Young is a neurodivergent professional educator who has established Young Scholars Academy, an online community for 2E students and individuals who are exceptionally gifted and exceptionally challenged. Sam, Dave and Barry have a lively discussion on topics ranging from different learning styles, to limitations of public education for 2E students, to the highest priorities and strategies to support 2E students and individuals. Learn more on Our Website See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

EPISODE 138 The Development of the Living and Learning Enrichment Center – An Innovative Neuro-Affirming Community, with Rachelle Vartanian. Rachelle Vartanian is the Founder and President of the Living and Learning Enrichment Center, a community that supports neurodivergent individuals and their families in many ways. She began her journey as a special education teacher, and then as a parent, who now has as an adult son on the autism spectrum. These experiences have allowed her to clearly see the priorities that are needed to support individuals like her son and others, and she, Barry and Dave discuss her journey and her innovative center. FIND OUT MORE ON OUR WEBSITE See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Barry Prizant reflects on his career and approach to autism in a heartfelt interview with Tara Phillips, founder of Autism Little Learners.

In this special tribute to Steve Silberman, Barry and Dave revisit their 2021 interview, honoring the impact of NeuroTribes and Steve’s legacy in transforming how we understand autism and neurodiversity

Explore Spin the Spectrum, a groundbreaking DJ and music program empowering autistic and neurodivergent individuals through creative expression and community.

Dr. Wendy Ross shares how inclusive healthcare, design, and community programs can transform medical settings for autistic and neurodivergent individuals.

Drs. Josh Feder and Andrea Davis join Barry and Dave to discuss Developmental Relationship-Based Interventions (DRBI), why they deserve more attention, and how families benefit from these respectful, evidence-based approaches.

Dr. Destiny Huff, autistic mother and mental health advocate, shares her insights on navigating education systems as a parent of neurodivergent children of color.

Therapist and mom Janeen Herskovitz shares her evolution from seeking a cure to embracing neurodivergence, in a heartfelt conversation with Barry and Dave.

Bea Moise joins Barry and Dave to explore healthy tech habits for neurodivergent children, sharing strategies from her new book.

Eric Garcia is one of the very few autistic and neurodivergent journalists on the national scene, based in Washington, DC.

In episode 128, Barry and Dave chatted with the renowned clinical psychologist Dr. Ross Greene. He shares how shifting from discipline to collaboration can transform how we support students with challenging behaviors.

Join Barry and Dave as they reflect why their partnership works after almost 4 years of successful audience engagement.

Devon Price shares the skills that are critical for helping neurodivergent individuals unmask their lives and live more authentically.

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