Autism Annex: The STAR Autism Support Podcast Wed, 04 Mar 2026 17:47:50 -0500 https://starautismsupport.com/ en-us © 2026 Autism Annex: The STAR Autism Support Podcast yes b4228f89-3eae-5df0-b172-2759af4c6553 STAR Autism Support episodic false The Autism Annex podcast explores current trends and issues in autism and other developmental disabilities. We bring stories and resources to teachers, administrators, parents, and families, presenting data and research as well as helpful and practical insights.

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]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) education, autism, school, special education, high school, adolescence, disabilities, autistic, disability, developmental, ABA STAR Autism Support https://storage.buzzsprout.com/e4x5bdbhbg322pobhkpo92ljf2y6?.jpg Autism Annex: The STAR Autism Support Podcast https://starautismsupport.com/ A New Chapter in Social-Emotional Learning: Introducing SOLER Essentials A New Chapter in Social-Emotional Learning: Introducing SOLER Essentials In this special episode, we’re pleased to announce the launch of SOLER Essentials, a groundbreaking social-emotional learning (SEL) curriculum designed for elementary students with autism and other social learning challenges. Featuring insights from the curriculum’s creators, we explore how SOLER Essentials’ evidence-based, practical approach transforms SEL instruction by breaking down complex skills, providing extensive visual supports, and equipping educators with everything they need to make important social-emotional instruction accessible for all students.

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]]> In this special episode, we’re pleased to announce the launch of SOLER Essentials, a groundbreaking social-emotional learning (SEL) curriculum designed for elementary students with autism and other social learning challenges. Featuring insights from the curriculum’s creators, we explore how SOLER Essentials’ evidence-based, practical approach transforms SEL instruction by breaking down complex skills, providing extensive visual supports, and equipping educators with everything they need to make important social-emotional instruction accessible for all students.

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]]> Buzzsprout-18126997 Mon, 03 Nov 2025 15:00:00 -0800 1673 4 5 full false Against All Odds: How Rob Foster Turned 'He’ll Never Speak' Into a Life of Voice, Vision, and Victory Against All Odds: How Rob Foster Turned 'He’ll Never Speak' Into a Life of Voice, Vision, and Victory At just four years old, Rob Foster’s parents were told that as a person on the autism spectrum, he might never speak, let alone read. Now trained singer and actor, a voracious reader and deep thinker, and a college graduate, Rob returns to the podcast with a message of inspiration and hope. He shares his extraordinary journey of defying expectations, the pivotal role Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) played in his development, and how those early lessons continue to shape his adult life. With insight, vulnerability, and hope, Rob offers a powerful perspective on autism, resilience, and the transformative power of support and self-belief.

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]]> At just four years old, Rob Foster’s parents were told that as a person on the autism spectrum, he might never speak, let alone read. Now trained singer and actor, a voracious reader and deep thinker, and a college graduate, Rob returns to the podcast with a message of inspiration and hope. He shares his extraordinary journey of defying expectations, the pivotal role Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) played in his development, and how those early lessons continue to shape his adult life. With insight, vulnerability, and hope, Rob offers a powerful perspective on autism, resilience, and the transformative power of support and self-belief.

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]]> STAR Autism Support Buzzsprout-17622674 Wed, 06 Aug 2025 02:00:00 -0700 2241 4 4 full false Autism Takes Center Stage in "How to Dance in Ohio" Autism Takes Center Stage in "How to Dance in Ohio" The groundbreaking new musical How to Dance in Ohio brings autism representation to the Broadway stage. Inspired by the acclaimed HBO documentary of the same name and featuring seven autistic actors, the musical follows a group of young adults on the autism spectrum as they prepare for a life-changing spring formal. Composer Jacob Yandura, director Sammi Cannold, and actress Madison Kopec take us behind the scenes of How to Dance in Ohio to explore its heartfelt storytelling, powerful performances, and inclusive celebration of neurodiversity.

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]]> The groundbreaking new musical How to Dance in Ohio brings autism representation to the Broadway stage. Inspired by the acclaimed HBO documentary of the same name and featuring seven autistic actors, the musical follows a group of young adults on the autism spectrum as they prepare for a life-changing spring formal. Composer Jacob Yandura, director Sammi Cannold, and actress Madison Kopec take us behind the scenes of How to Dance in Ohio to explore its heartfelt storytelling, powerful performances, and inclusive celebration of neurodiversity.

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]]> STAR Autism Support Buzzsprout-17059480 Wed, 30 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0700 2308 4 3 full false Autism in the Fast Lane: NASCAR Driver Armani Williams Autism in the Fast Lane: NASCAR Driver Armani Williams Armani Williams is the first openly autistic NASCAR driver. From his early love for racing to breaking barriers in the sport, Armani shares how he turned challenges into strengths on and off the track. He discusses his passion for advocacy, the unique ways he approaches racing, and his mission to inspire others in the autism community. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about determination, representation, and speed!

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]]> Armani Williams is the first openly autistic NASCAR driver. From his early love for racing to breaking barriers in the sport, Armani shares how he turned challenges into strengths on and off the track. He discusses his passion for advocacy, the unique ways he approaches racing, and his mission to inspire others in the autism community. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about determination, representation, and speed!

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]]> STAR Autism Support Buzzsprout-16737215 Wed, 05 Mar 2025 17:00:00 -0800 1324 4 2 full false Hands-On Futures: Empowerment and Employment Through Skilled Trades Hands-On Futures: Empowerment and Employment Through Skilled Trades TACT (Teaching the Autism Community Trades) is a Colorado-based nonprofit focused on empowering individuals with autism through education in the skilled trades.  Founder Danny Combs shares how TACT tackles the high unemployment rate in the autism community by equipping individuals with the skills needed for rewarding careers in fields that capitalize on their unique strengths.

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]]> TACT (Teaching the Autism Community Trades) is a Colorado-based nonprofit focused on empowering individuals with autism through education in the skilled trades.  Founder Danny Combs shares how TACT tackles the high unemployment rate in the autism community by equipping individuals with the skills needed for rewarding careers in fields that capitalize on their unique strengths.

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]]> STAR Autism Support Buzzsprout-16563990 Wed, 05 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0800 2244 4 1 full false Temple Grandin on Autism and the Power of Thinking Differently Temple Grandin on Autism and the Power of Thinking Differently Dr. Temple Grandin, Professor of Animal Science at Colorado State University, has had a unique and profound influence on the world’s understanding of autism and neurodiversity.  As one of the most prominent voices for autism, and named one of Time Magazines 100 Most Influential People, Dr. Grandin shares insights into the diversity of the human mind, her experiences as an autistic individual and visual thinker, and the ways in which understanding and embracing the spectrum of neurodiversity can enrich society as a whole. 

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]]> Dr. Temple Grandin, Professor of Animal Science at Colorado State University, has had a unique and profound influence on the world’s understanding of autism and neurodiversity.  As one of the most prominent voices for autism, and named one of Time Magazines 100 Most Influential People, Dr. Grandin shares insights into the diversity of the human mind, her experiences as an autistic individual and visual thinker, and the ways in which understanding and embracing the spectrum of neurodiversity can enrich society as a whole. 

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]]> STAR Autism Support Buzzsprout-16198363 Wed, 04 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0800 2143 3 10 full false Siblings Beyond Labels: Nikki and Robby Siblings Beyond Labels: Nikki and Robby Nikki Donnelly was 11 when her brother Robby was born, and they soon became inseparable.  Robby, who has autism and an intellectual disability, and Nikki, who is neurotypical, share stories of their adventures, the dynamics of growing up in a neurodiverse family, and the unexpected ways that disability has helped shape their lives for the better. 

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]]> Nikki Donnelly was 11 when her brother Robby was born, and they soon became inseparable.  Robby, who has autism and an intellectual disability, and Nikki, who is neurotypical, share stories of their adventures, the dynamics of growing up in a neurodiverse family, and the unexpected ways that disability has helped shape their lives for the better. 

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]]> STAR Autism Support Buzzsprout-16031927 Mon, 04 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0800 2364 full false Body and Brain: Autism and Kinesiology Body and Brain: Autism and Kinesiology Dr. Martin Block explains the importance of inclusion in physical education and sports for children and adults with autism and other disabilities.  Dr. Block is Professor of Kinesiology at the University of Virginia, where he directs the Kinesiology for Individuals with Disabilities (KID) program.  

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]]> Dr. Martin Block explains the importance of inclusion in physical education and sports for children and adults with autism and other disabilities.  Dr. Block is Professor of Kinesiology at the University of Virginia, where he directs the Kinesiology for Individuals with Disabilities (KID) program.  

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]]> STAR Autism Support Buzzsprout-15699539 Wed, 04 Sep 2024 21:00:00 -0700 1999 full false Autism and Occupational Therapy: Part 2 Autism and Occupational Therapy: Part 2 We welcome pediatric occupational therapist Kristin Wittmayer, who discusses the role of OT and sensory integration in addressing the sensory challenges experienced by many children on the autism spectrum.  

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]]> We welcome pediatric occupational therapist Kristin Wittmayer, who discusses the role of OT and sensory integration in addressing the sensory challenges experienced by many children on the autism spectrum.  

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]]> STAR Autism Support Buzzsprout-15324365 Mon, 08 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0700 1326 full false Autism and Occupational Therapy: Part 1 Autism and Occupational Therapy: Part 1 Episode 1 of a 2-part series exploring the impact of occupational therapy (OT) in the lives of individuals with autism.  Parent and autism professional Kaleen Schultz shares stories from her family’s journey with OT and highlights its benefits in the life of her teenage son. 

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]]> Episode 1 of a 2-part series exploring the impact of occupational therapy (OT) in the lives of individuals with autism.  Parent and autism professional Kaleen Schultz shares stories from her family’s journey with OT and highlights its benefits in the life of her teenage son. 

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]]> STAR Autism Support Buzzsprout-15060966 Mon, 03 Jun 2024 01:00:00 -0700 1434 3 9 full false Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics with Dr. Randall Phelps Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics with Dr. Randall Phelps Randall Phelps, M.D., Ph.D., is the director of the Fellowship in Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics at Oregon Health & Science University.  An expert in assessing and caring for children with developmental disabilities, Dr. Phelps discusses autism, the diagnoses process, and the importance of time with patients.

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]]> Randall Phelps, M.D., Ph.D., is the director of the Fellowship in Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics at Oregon Health & Science University.  An expert in assessing and caring for children with developmental disabilities, Dr. Phelps discusses autism, the diagnoses process, and the importance of time with patients.

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]]> STAR Autism Support Buzzsprout-14852047 Mon, 06 May 2024 00:00:00 -0700 1305 full false Autism and Accessible Dentistry Autism and Accessible Dentistry Dennis Dunne, DDS, and STAR trainer (and parent) Julia Rockwell share stories and tips on dental care for children on the spectrum.

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]]> Dennis Dunne, DDS, and STAR trainer (and parent) Julia Rockwell share stories and tips on dental care for children on the spectrum.

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]]> STAR Autism Support Buzzsprout-14459620 Mon, 04 Mar 2024 03:00:00 -0800 1530 full false Reframing Behavior Reframing Behavior Behavior is an important form of communication, but what if behavior puts the wellbeing of students with autism and others at risk? Dr. Lisa Kemmerer unpacks this tricky topic through research, compassion, and evidence-based strategies.

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]]> Behavior is an important form of communication, but what if behavior puts the wellbeing of students with autism and others at risk? Dr. Lisa Kemmerer unpacks this tricky topic through research, compassion, and evidence-based strategies.

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]]> STAR Autism Support Buzzsprout-14266128 Sun, 07 Jan 2024 12:00:00 -0800 1925 3 2 full false Assistive Technology for All Assistive Technology for All Jessica Smith has a passion for cats, LEGO sets, and assistive technology (AT).  A decade after being diagnosed with autism in second grade, she has now completed high school and strives to use AT to improve the lives of others.

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]]> Jessica Smith has a passion for cats, LEGO sets, and assistive technology (AT).  A decade after being diagnosed with autism in second grade, she has now completed high school and strives to use AT to improve the lives of others.

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]]> STAR Autism Support Buzzsprout-13543322 Wed, 06 Sep 2023 12:00:00 -0700 1085 3 1 full false Team Cash in College: Year One Team Cash in College: Year One Cash Frankhouser tells the story of his first year at Drexel University, where he studies civil engineering and participates in the Center for Autism and Neurodiversity.  Along with his parents Eric and Deb, Cash shares his triumphs, trials—and his incredible passion for mass transit. 

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]]> Cash Frankhouser tells the story of his first year at Drexel University, where he studies civil engineering and participates in the Center for Autism and Neurodiversity.  Along with his parents Eric and Deb, Cash shares his triumphs, trials—and his incredible passion for mass transit. 

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]]> STAR Autism Support Buzzsprout-13332060 Tue, 01 Aug 2023 15:00:00 -0700 2181 full false Summer Interlude: A Fifth-Grader Weighs In Summer Interlude: A Fifth-Grader Weighs In Amid the summer months we check in with John, a fifth-grader with autism. John shares his summer plans with us, along with what he wishes his classmates knew about autism.

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]]> Amid the summer months we check in with John, a fifth-grader with autism. John shares his summer plans with us, along with what he wishes his classmates knew about autism.

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]]> STAR Autism Support Buzzsprout-11011478 Thu, 06 Jul 2023 01:00:00 -0700 500 2 5 full false Autism Abroad Part 1: Dispatches From Portugal Autism Abroad Part 1: Dispatches From Portugal Part 1 of a two-part series on international special education and support for children with autism.  Fernando Barbosa—parent, educator, and founder of the non-profit FOCUS CRL in Porto and Vale de Cambra—tells the story from Portugal. 

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]]> Part 1 of a two-part series on international special education and support for children with autism.  Fernando Barbosa—parent, educator, and founder of the non-profit FOCUS CRL in Porto and Vale de Cambra—tells the story from Portugal. 

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]]> STAR Autism Support Buzzsprout-12913650 Thu, 25 May 2023 03:00:00 -0700 2342 3 2 full false Self-Acceptance on the Spectrum Self-Acceptance on the Spectrum Adria Nassim was diagnosed with autism in her mid-teens, and is now a prolific author, speaker, and advocate for children and adults with disabilities. She reflects on her writing and advocacy, her diagnosis, and the gifts of self-knowledge and self-acceptance.

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]]> Adria Nassim was diagnosed with autism in her mid-teens, and is now a prolific author, speaker, and advocate for children and adults with disabilities. She reflects on her writing and advocacy, her diagnosis, and the gifts of self-knowledge and self-acceptance.

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]]> STAR Autism Support Buzzsprout-12630298 Thu, 04 May 2023 05:00:00 -0700 2048 3 1 full false Can’t Read, Can’t Write: Author and Disability Advocate Michael Jacques Can’t Read, Can’t Write: Author and Disability Advocate Michael Jacques Michael Jacques is an author and an advocate for people with disabilities regionally and nationally throughout Canada. He wrote his first book, Can’t Read, Can’t Write, Here’s My Book, entirely through speech-to-text technology. In this episode Michael shares his journey with autism and disability, his personal challenges and successes, and the power of perseverance. Michael is a popular guest speaker with over 400 presentations; visit heresmybook.com for more information.

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]]> Michael Jacques is an author and an advocate for people with disabilities regionally and nationally throughout Canada. He wrote his first book, Can’t Read, Can’t Write, Here’s My Book, entirely through speech-to-text technology. In this episode Michael shares his journey with autism and disability, his personal challenges and successes, and the power of perseverance. Michael is a popular guest speaker with over 400 presentations; visit heresmybook.com for more information.

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]]> STAR Autism Support Buzzsprout-12357713 Wed, 01 Mar 2023 16:00:00 -0800 938 2 15 full false Neuroscience and Genetics: Dr. Geschwind on the Science of Autism Neuroscience and Genetics: Dr. Geschwind on the Science of Autism Dr. Daniel Geschwind is a distinguished professor of neurology, psychiatry, and human genetics at UCLA, and one of the world’s leading experts in autism science.  In this episode he explains what we can learn about autism and the brain through cutting-edge neuroscience and genetic research. 

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]]> Dr. Daniel Geschwind is a distinguished professor of neurology, psychiatry, and human genetics at UCLA, and one of the world’s leading experts in autism science.  In this episode he explains what we can learn about autism and the brain through cutting-edge neuroscience and genetic research. 

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]]> STAR Autism Support Buzzsprout-12170600 Thu, 02 Feb 2023 08:00:00 -0800 1567 2 14 full false Generalizing Skills: Closing the Gap between School and Home Generalizing Skills: Closing the Gap between School and Home Generalization is the ability to use skills in a variety of situations—a tricky proposition for children on the autism spectrum.  Misten Daniels is an educator, a contributor to the SOLER curriculum, and a proud parent of neurodiverse children; she brings all three perspectives into focus in a conversation with Johnandrew Slominski.

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]]> Generalization is the ability to use skills in a variety of situations—a tricky proposition for children on the autism spectrum.  Misten Daniels is an educator, a contributor to the SOLER curriculum, and a proud parent of neurodiverse children; she brings all three perspectives into focus in a conversation with Johnandrew Slominski.

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]]> STAR Autism Support Buzzsprout-11972845 Mon, 09 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0800 1112 2 13 full false Autism and Mental Health: Making Connections for Life (re-release) Autism and Mental Health: Making Connections for Life (re-release) This month we revisit a favorite episode from last season.  Licensed psychologist Dr. Matt Lundeberg discusses autism diagnoses, mental health, and the connections that matter for life.

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]]> This month we revisit a favorite episode from last season.  Licensed psychologist Dr. Matt Lundeberg discusses autism diagnoses, mental health, and the connections that matter for life.

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]]> STAR Autism Support Buzzsprout-11481781 Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0800 1461 2 12 full false Traveling Different: A Conversation with Dawn M. Barclay Traveling Different: A Conversation with Dawn M. Barclay Author Dawn M. Barclay discusses her new book, "Traveling Different: Vacation Strategies for Parents of the Anxious, the Inflexible, and the Neurodiverse."  Tune in for valuable insights, travel tips, and stories from the road. 

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]]> Author Dawn M. Barclay discusses her new book, "Traveling Different: Vacation Strategies for Parents of the Anxious, the Inflexible, and the Neurodiverse."  Tune in for valuable insights, travel tips, and stories from the road. 

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]]> STAR Autism Support Buzzsprout-11467198 Tue, 01 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0700 1077 2 11 full false “Understanding and Giving a Voice”: An Interview with Danyale Sturdivant “Understanding and Giving a Voice”: An Interview with Danyale Sturdivant Danyale Sturdivant founded Living Autism Out Loud out of professional social work and personal experience advocating for her son on the autism spectrum.  She outlines steps for improving caregiver/family relations through cultural responsiveness, and advocates for BIPOC parents of children with autism. 

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]]> Danyale Sturdivant founded Living Autism Out Loud out of professional social work and personal experience advocating for her son on the autism spectrum.  She outlines steps for improving caregiver/family relations through cultural responsiveness, and advocates for BIPOC parents of children with autism. 

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]]> STAR Autism Support Buzzsprout-11096486 Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0700 1244 full false Teaching Social Communication: Insights into Parent and Caregiver Training Teaching Social Communication: Insights into Parent and Caregiver Training Brooke Ingersoll and Anna Dvortcsak, co-authors of Project imPACT, discuss their comprehensive social skills training curriculum for families of young children with autism.

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]]> Brooke Ingersoll and Anna Dvortcsak, co-authors of Project imPACT, discuss their comprehensive social skills training curriculum for families of young children with autism.

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]]> STAR Autism Support Buzzsprout-11031398 Tue, 30 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0700 1491 2 6 full false Love, Dating, and Autism with Amy Gravino Love, Dating, and Autism with Amy Gravino Amy Gravino is a specialist in dating, relationships, and sexuality on the autism spectrum.

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]]> Amy Gravino is a specialist in dating, relationships, and sexuality on the autism spectrum.

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]]> STAR Autism Support Buzzsprout-10682808 Mon, 11 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0700 1198 2 4 full false Parents, Caregivers, and Advocacy: Stephanie and Josh’s Story Parents, Caregivers, and Advocacy: Stephanie and Josh’s Story Hear Stephanie Archibald and her son Josh’s remarkable story of transition, trial and error, and the important role of parents and caregivers in advocacy roles.



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]]> Hear Stephanie Archibald and her son Josh’s remarkable story of transition, trial and error, and the important role of parents and caregivers in advocacy roles.



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]]> STAR Autism Support Buzzsprout-10586395 Tue, 31 May 2022 23:00:00 -0700 1451 2 3 full false Social and Emotional Connections: Mental Health Insights with Dr. Matt Lundeberg Social and Emotional Connections: Mental Health Insights with Dr. Matt Lundeberg Licensed psychologist Matt Lundeberg returns to speak on social skills and autism, and the profound impact that social skills can have on our mental and emotional health.  

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]]> Licensed psychologist Matt Lundeberg returns to speak on social skills and autism, and the profound impact that social skills can have on our mental and emotional health.  

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]]> STAR Autism Support Buzzsprout-10528114 Fri, 29 Apr 2022 09:00:00 -0700 1912 2 2 full false Better Hearing and Speech: Speech-Language Pathology and You Better Hearing and Speech: Speech-Language Pathology and You May is Better Hearing and Speech Month, providing an opportunity to raise awareness about communication challenges.  This month's episode highlights the role of speech-language pathology in the classroom--tune in to hear from experts in the field!

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]]> May is Better Hearing and Speech Month, providing an opportunity to raise awareness about communication challenges.  This month's episode highlights the role of speech-language pathology in the classroom--tune in to hear from experts in the field!

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]]> STAR Autism Support Buzzsprout-10386009 Mon, 11 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0700 1624 2 1 full false Continued Conversations with Adria Nassim Continued Conversations with Adria Nassim Join Adria Nassim for a second episode, focusing on questions from Autism Annex podcast listeners!  Adria is an author, educator, speaker, and advocate for people with disabilities, based in Bloomington, Indiana.  She writes the blog Adria's Notebook for Indiana University and is a regular columnist for the Bloomington Herald-Times.

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]]> Join Adria Nassim for a second episode, focusing on questions from Autism Annex podcast listeners!  Adria is an author, educator, speaker, and advocate for people with disabilities, based in Bloomington, Indiana.  She writes the blog Adria's Notebook for Indiana University and is a regular columnist for the Bloomington Herald-Times.

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]]> STAR Autism Support Buzzsprout-10167082 Thu, 03 Mar 2022 05:00:00 -0800 1776 1 11 full false Team Cash: The Power of Support Team Cash: The Power of Support Join Cash, Eric, and Deborah Frankhouser as they talk about autism in their family from early childhood through high school graduation. Cash weighs in on his experience and future goals in public transportation, and his parents discuss the power of "Team Cash".



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]]> Join Cash, Eric, and Deborah Frankhouser as they talk about autism in their family from early childhood through high school graduation. Cash weighs in on his experience and future goals in public transportation, and his parents discuss the power of "Team Cash".



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]]> STAR Autism Support Buzzsprout-10001566 Mon, 07 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0800 2236 full false Autism and Mental Health: Making Connections for Life Autism and Mental Health: Making Connections for Life Learn about the connections between autism and mental health on this month’s episode!  Dr. Matt Lundeberg, licensed psychologist with Oregon Autism Evaluations, speaks about autism diagnoses for adolescents and adults, mental health concerns for people with autism, and challenges that face the autism and LGBTQ+ community.  


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]]> Learn about the connections between autism and mental health on this month’s episode!  Dr. Matt Lundeberg, licensed psychologist with Oregon Autism Evaluations, speaks about autism diagnoses for adolescents and adults, mental health concerns for people with autism, and challenges that face the autism and LGBTQ+ community.  


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]]> STAR Autism Support Buzzsprout-9513428 Mon, 08 Nov 2021 11:00:00 -0800 1423 1 8 full false Extraordinary Routines Extraordinary Routines How do routines function in our everyday lives, and how can we harness the power of routines to better serve students with autism and other disabilities?  Guests Mark Howard (Training Specialist at STAR Autism Support), Doriliz Vila (Board President, Centro de Estimulación Integral) and Tiffany Goire (Program Coordinator, CEI) join host Johnandrew Slominski to discuss the extraordinary power of routines.

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]]> How do routines function in our everyday lives, and how can we harness the power of routines to better serve students with autism and other disabilities?  Guests Mark Howard (Training Specialist at STAR Autism Support), Doriliz Vila (Board President, Centro de Estimulación Integral) and Tiffany Goire (Program Coordinator, CEI) join host Johnandrew Slominski to discuss the extraordinary power of routines.

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]]> STAR Autism Support Buzzsprout-9372458 Thu, 14 Oct 2021 20:00:00 -0700 1600 1 7 full false Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for Social-Emotional Learning Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for Social-Emotional Learning Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) intersect in powerful ways to shape our human experience.  Guest David Adams, CEO of The Urban Assembly, unpacks these ideas in philosophy and practice.

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]]> Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) intersect in powerful ways to shape our human experience.  Guest David Adams, CEO of The Urban Assembly, unpacks these ideas in philosophy and practice.

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]]> STAR Autism Support Buzzsprout-8975856 Wed, 04 Aug 2021 13:00:00 -0700 2089 1 6 full false Comprehensive Sexuality Education for Today's Classroom Comprehensive Sexuality Education for Today's Classroom Ruth Eyres, who has enjoyed a decades-long career in special education, has completed cutting-edge research on sexuality education for students with autism and other developmental disabilities.  On this episode, Dr. Eyres joins host Johnandrew Slominski in a conversation about the current state of sexuality education in the United States and some evidence-based practices for moving forward.

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]]> Ruth Eyres, who has enjoyed a decades-long career in special education, has completed cutting-edge research on sexuality education for students with autism and other developmental disabilities.  On this episode, Dr. Eyres joins host Johnandrew Slominski in a conversation about the current state of sexuality education in the United States and some evidence-based practices for moving forward.

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]]> STAR Autism Support Buzzsprout-8810834 Sun, 04 Jul 2021 15:00:00 -0700 1066 1 5 full false Frank Conversations Frank Conversations Join host Johnandrew Slominski and guests Rob Foster and Peter Krug as they discuss growing up and entering adulthood with autism.

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]]> Join host Johnandrew Slominski and guests Rob Foster and Peter Krug as they discuss growing up and entering adulthood with autism.

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]]> STAR Autism Support Buzzsprout-8662047 Mon, 07 Jun 2021 14:00:00 -0700 2132 1 4 full false Lessons Learned: 2020-2021 Lessons Learned: 2020-2021 The 2020-2021 school year presented a host of challenges for teachers, students, and families alike.  On this episode we explore the ways that people have persevered in spite of mounting difficulties, and we identify opportunities for growth and improvement that have emerged.

Join host Johnandrew Slominski and guests  Lillian Gonzalez, Nate Marsden, and Alicia Balfrey.

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]]> The 2020-2021 school year presented a host of challenges for teachers, students, and families alike.  On this episode we explore the ways that people have persevered in spite of mounting difficulties, and we identify opportunities for growth and improvement that have emerged.

Join host Johnandrew Slominski and guests  Lillian Gonzalez, Nate Marsden, and Alicia Balfrey.

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]]> STAR Autism Support Buzzsprout-8443317 Sun, 02 May 2021 08:00:00 -0700 1684 1 3 full false Making Links: Autism through Adolescence Making Links: Autism through Adolescence How do needs change for children with autism as they enter adolescence and young adulthood?  What steps can communities take to support (and benefit from) people who learn differently?  Join the conversation in this month's episode featuring teachers Alan Alabaso, John Gill, Carolyn Macchia, Jen Mattera, and Jennie Willis.

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]]> How do needs change for children with autism as they enter adolescence and young adulthood?  What steps can communities take to support (and benefit from) people who learn differently?  Join the conversation in this month's episode featuring teachers Alan Alabaso, John Gill, Carolyn Macchia, Jen Mattera, and Jennie Willis.

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]]> STAR Autism Support Buzzsprout-8278974 Mon, 05 Apr 2021 19:00:00 -0700 2640 1 2 full false Inside STAR Autism Support Inside STAR Autism Support In our first episode, we take an inside look at the history of autism research, current trends in education for children with autism, and what makes STAR Autism Support tick.  

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]]> In our first episode, we take an inside look at the history of autism research, current trends in education for children with autism, and what makes STAR Autism Support tick.  

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]]> https://starautismsupport.com/ Star Autism Support Buzzsprout-8027229 Thu, 25 Feb 2021 15:00:00 -0800 1842 Autism, education, children, disabilities, disability, health, teaching, learning, learning disability, advocacy, research 1 1 full false