Carson’s Voices: A Place for Struggling Parents Tue, 21 Apr 2026 23:31:09 -0400 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2596395 en-us © 2026 Carson’s Voices: A Place for Struggling Parents yes 761ed99d-94b2-5d77-9412-d846e0f89ffb philsilva321@yahoo.com Carson’s Voices: A Place for Struggling Parents episodic true Honest discussions from Parents who have children on the spectrum. Looking for a community to build for real help and solutions for families. Phil and Shannon share their story, along with therapies, medications, and tips that have helped them, along with things that haven’t worked. 

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Adolfo and Christa are Owners and Operators of We Rock the Spectrum Gym in North Austin, TX. Discussion on their Family, their Journey on life with Autism and discussions about how they opened their Gym.

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Adolfo and Christa are Owners and Operators of We Rock the Spectrum Gym in North Austin, TX. Discussion on their Family, their Journey on life with Autism and discussions about how they opened their Gym.

]]> Carson’s Voices: A Place for Struggling Parents Buzzsprout-19057148 Tue, 21 Apr 2026 22:00:00 -0500 3665 7 full true Episode 6: Happy Birthday Carson Episode 6: Happy Birthday Carson Send us Fan Mail

Phil and Shannon discuss Carson's Birthday, along with Best and Worst Birthday's, along with Songs for Carson.

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Phil and Shannon discuss Carson's Birthday, along with Best and Worst Birthday's, along with Songs for Carson.

]]> Carson’s Voices: A Place for Struggling Parents Buzzsprout-18997442 Sat, 11 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 2784 6 full true Episode 5: Ethan Wall's Story Episode 5: Ethan Wall's Story Send us Fan Mail

Interview with Sadie Zawisza about Ethan Wall who passed at Age 6 due to complications from Phelan-McDermid Syndrome.

FROM SADIE: This episode shares the story of Ethan, an incredible little boy whose life was cut short but who left a lasting impact on everyone around him. 

Diagnosed with Phelan-McDermid syndrome and autism, Ethan faced complex medical and developmental challenges, yet he was gentle, observant, quietly funny, and deeply connected to the people who loved him. Music was his language. Sensory play brought him joy. His soft laugh filled every room.

The conversation reflects on how working with Ethan reshaped what progress truly means, shifting from compliance and structured programs toward connection, comfort, and honoring autonomy. It highlights how meaningful moments don’t always look like skill acquisition. Sometimes they look like sitting beside a child, following their lead, and prioritizing quality of life.

It also explores the evolution of ABA, moving toward assent, dignity, flexibility, and relationship-centered care, and how children like Ethan continue to shape the heart of the field.
Ethan’s impact lives on in every pause, every choice offered, and every moment of respect.

A beautiful reminder that the smallest voices can create the biggest change.

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Interview with Sadie Zawisza about Ethan Wall who passed at Age 6 due to complications from Phelan-McDermid Syndrome.

FROM SADIE: This episode shares the story of Ethan, an incredible little boy whose life was cut short but who left a lasting impact on everyone around him. 

Diagnosed with Phelan-McDermid syndrome and autism, Ethan faced complex medical and developmental challenges, yet he was gentle, observant, quietly funny, and deeply connected to the people who loved him. Music was his language. Sensory play brought him joy. His soft laugh filled every room.

The conversation reflects on how working with Ethan reshaped what progress truly means, shifting from compliance and structured programs toward connection, comfort, and honoring autonomy. It highlights how meaningful moments don’t always look like skill acquisition. Sometimes they look like sitting beside a child, following their lead, and prioritizing quality of life.

It also explores the evolution of ABA, moving toward assent, dignity, flexibility, and relationship-centered care, and how children like Ethan continue to shape the heart of the field.
Ethan’s impact lives on in every pause, every choice offered, and every moment of respect.

A beautiful reminder that the smallest voices can create the biggest change.

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Phil and Shannon discuss Carson being sick, along with Medications the Good and the Bad. 

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Phil and Shannon discuss Carson being sick, along with Medications the Good and the Bad. 

]]> Carson’s Voices: A Place for Struggling Parents Buzzsprout-18882979 Fri, 20 Mar 2026 23:00:00 -0500 2717 4 full true Episode 3: Social Life Episode 3: Social Life Send us Fan Mail

Phil and Shannon discuss having a Social Life with raising their Family and struggles that happen with it. 

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Phil and Shannon discuss having a Social Life with raising their Family and struggles that happen with it. 

]]> Carson’s Voices: A Place for Struggling Parents Buzzsprout-18844846 Sat, 14 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 2880 3 full true Episode 2: MeRT Therapy Episode 2: MeRT Therapy Send us Fan Mail

Phil and Shannon discuss what MeRT Therapy is and how it was the best Treatment they found for Carson. 

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Phil and Shannon discuss what MeRT Therapy is and how it was the best Treatment they found for Carson. 

]]> Carson’s Voices: A Place for Struggling Parents Buzzsprout-18800036 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 22:00:00 -0600 1615 2 full true Episode 1: Carson's Story Episode 1: Carson's Story Send us Fan Mail

Phil and Shannon go through Caron's diagnosis, with going into what they learned through it.  

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Phil and Shannon go through Caron's diagnosis, with going into what they learned through it.  

]]> Buzzsprout-18759480 Thu, 26 Feb 2026 23:00:00 -0600 3314 1 full true Intro to Carson's Voices Intro to Carson's Voices Send us Fan Mail

Phil and Shannon go over the idea behind the Podcast.

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Phil and Shannon go over the idea behind the Podcast.

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