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Zoë and Philip discuss the unique challenges and experiences of Autistic individuals, including sensory and social crises, and the importance of understanding different communication patterns. They will emphasize the role of support systems, such as the Autism Society of Minnesota, in providing resources and support. We will also highlight the significance of restorative processes and the need for time and space to address conflicts. The discussion will underscore the value of community and shared experiences in helping Autistic individuals thrive through crises.

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The first episode of the 6th Season of Today's Autistic Moment is an introduction to the theme for the year. Mati and Philip will emphasize that Autistics thrive through self-acceptance, self-knowledge, and creating environments that work for Autistic individuals. Autistic individuals thrive through collaboration, community building, and finding joy in their unique interests.

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Eric Garcia and Philip King-Lowe talk about what the year 2025 has been like for Autistics. Eric and Philip will be honest about the setbacks, while celebrating the robust Autistic advocacy infrastructure that the past 20 years has built to tell the truth in this time of misinformation. We will give some thoughts about how to make the holidays more enjoyable. Philip ends the episode with a dedication to the guests, sponsors and donors to the work of Today's Autistic Moment in 2025.

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Autistic advocacy is advancing because of the authors who are writing books, blog and news articles to support Autistic people. Dr. Scott Frasard is our guest and an Autistic author and advocate. Scott uses the Socratic method to create community dialogue through which the many different perspectives about Autism can be discussed openly. Join Philip and Scott for an encouraging conversation that can help you write to affect change.

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Today's Autistic Moment recognizes November as Indigenous Heritage Month with LaToya Hinton. LaToya and Philip will talk about LaToya's journey of self-awareness through her multiple Neurodivergence and intersectional identities. LaToya will talk about the work she is doing on health equities panels with Umbrella ND to address the missing pieces in the discussion about health care or lack thereof for underrepresented communities.

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October is ADHD Awareness Month. Today's Autistic Moment in partnership with Minnesota Independence College & Community bring you a conversation with Tyler Hackner. Tyler is a student at MICC who is AuDHD. Tyler will tell you about himself, what learning about his AuDHD identity is, and his interests in the arts and worldly affairs. Tyler will also mention how MICC has provided opportunities for him to meet the challenges of being biracial. In Segment 4, Philip will give a commentary and tell you about the final shows in 2025.

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Celebrate Disability Employment Month with Michael Goldberger talk about how he started his own surplus business. Michael Goldberger is a graduate from Minnesota College & Community where he learned to develop his people skills. Michael and Philip talk about what it is like to own an Autistic business with the strengths and challenges they have dealt with.

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In the first segment of this episode Philip will give you his comments regarding the administration's announcement on September 22nd regarding Autism, Acetaminophen, and vaccines.

In segments two, three, and four Philip talks with Dr. Adam Hazlett about how Autistics find joy so integral to their identity. Autistics find joy in their special interests, through their sensory processing and the Autistic community. Dr. Hazlett is a professor of humanities and is working with a nonprofit organization that focuses on Autistic joy.