“When I explain to people what #dyscalculia is, a lot of times I just say it means that numbers won't stick for me… It also impacts things like units or sequencing, which I think people don't understand as much.” Hear more from Ivy on my latest episode: www.beyond6seconds.net/254

On this week's episode, Ivy Rizzo describes how the severity of her #dyscalculia has impacted her education, work, parenting and friendships -- and how her experience now helps her support her neurodivergent clients in her work as a psychotherapist. Hear Ivy's story at www.beyond6seconds.net/254

I’m nominated for a NYC Podcast Award, in the Best Society & Culture Podcast category! If you’d like to vote for me for an Audience Choice Award, that would be cool & much appreciated 😎 You can vote once a day until March 12th. www.silver-nyc.com/nycpodcastaw... @silver-nyc.com

“Art is also activism. I think it can change people. I hope that if you know someone who has a certain experience, maybe read a book from someone who has that experience… I try to write my stories [in ways that] will help someone else be seen by their loved ones.” www.beyond6seconds.net/253

Hear Sonido talk about their experience having #schizoaffective disorder, on my latest podcast episode. www.beyond6seconds.net/schizoaffect...

Happy Tuesday Pandalorians hope you are having a terrific day! What will you get up to? Don't forget to check out our final episode of Quantic Dream Month where we discuss the iconic Detroit: Become Human! Podcast promo @beyond6seconds.bsky.social www.chatsunami.com/the-deviancy...

Sonido describes breaking their silence about having #schizoaffective disorder on my latest podcast episode: www.beyond6seconds.net/253

My latest podcast episode is sponsored by Tas Kronby, #Accessibility Consultant & Designer! Tas offers Vestibular Accessibility Audits that go beyond compliance to make your business truly inclusive. Visit TasTheArtist.com/design-servi... to schedule your free consultation.

On my podcast this week, award-winning author Sonido Reyes shares their experience having #schizoaffective disorder. www.beyond6seconds.net/253

"I think people take for granted how much energy it consumes who live in a body that has some of these differences." Living with FASD podcast host Patti Kasper and I discuss neurodivergent communication differences, on my latest episode: https://www.beyond6seconds.net/252

Living with FASD podcast host Patti Kasper talks about the power of discovering your neurodivergence later in life, on my latest episode: https://www.beyond6seconds.net/252

My latest episode is a collaboration with Patti Kasper, host of the Living with FASD podcast, about what communication differences can feel like for neurodivergent people, why communication challenges can happen, and how friends and loved ones can provide support. https://www.beyond6seconds.net/252

I talk with Nieta Greene, CEO and Founder of Disability Community for Democracy, Inc. @disco4democracy.bsky.social about disability advocacy and political representation on my latest podcast episode: https://www.beyond6seconds.net/251

Nieta Greene, CEO and Founder of Disability Community for Democracy, Inc. @disco4democracy.bsky.social talks about the importance of disability representation and allyship in government. Hear more from my interview with Nieta: https://www.beyond6seconds.net/251 #PoliticalEngagement

On my first episode of 2026, Nieta Greene of @disco4democracy.bsky.social talks about the impact of politics and systems on people with disabilities. https://www.beyond6seconds.net/251 #DisabilityJustice

The new Barbie comes with a range of accessories to reflect her status as an autistic woman, such as: - noise-cancelling headphones - a fidget spinner - intense social media scrutiny about how she's Being Autistic Wrong

The latest & first episode of 2026 of Black Girl Diagnosed is now available on apple podcasts the video premieres tonight at 6pm on YouTube I Spoke with @plscallmeky.bsky.social this is a conversation about accessibility, parenting while autistic & more! Be sure to tune in 🩷

Happy 2026 Pandalorians! Seeing as it's a new year we are looking for new guests to come on for the show. So if you're a general content creator who would like to come onto the show then reach out to us on our contact form below. www.chatsunami.com/contact/

23 podcast guests from 6 countries, 1 award, and discussions about ADHD, autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, dyslexia, dyspraxia, FASD, OCD, schizoaffective disorder and Tourette's: I celebrate my podcast's 2025 milestones on my 250th episode, available today.

“When you accept yourself, you don't have to accept people who are gonna be mean or not considerate of your needs … you're going to attract people who accept and understand you.” Hear more from Caroline Smith on my latest episode: https://www.beyond6seconds.net/249

Here are the links Substack: open.substack.com/pub/brookete... Facebook: www.facebook.com/share/p/1G18...

URGENT CALL TO ACTION! Tell Your Rep to Vote No on H.R. 3492! On December 17th, 2025, the U.S. House of Representatives will be voting on a proposed bill introduced by Marjorie Taylor Greene that aims to criminalize gender affirming care for youth nationwide. Act now! act.hrc.org/page/183524/...

Caroline Smith talks about how group conversations can be intimidating, especially for people who are shy or have social anxiety.

On my latest episode, Caroline Smith, the Introverted Misfit, talks about making connections as an autistic person: https://www.beyond6seconds.net/249

On my latest episode, Caroline Smith (The Introverted Misfit) describes the in-person meetups she organizes for autistic and introverted people, where they can socialize comfortably in a low-pressure environment: https://www.beyond6seconds.net/249

Ten years ago yesterday, I published my first piece about autism. It sent me on the trajectory to write about autism as my second job, write my first book and now my second book. I still have the emails people sent to me. From the bottom of my heart, thank you. www.theatlantic.com/politics/arc...

WOW. 102 children have already received $50 worth of gifts from our holiday mutual aid. But, there are so many more on this post, and more still waiting to be added. I need you all to do me a favor. Can you please share the post so that more people know this is happening? Links below👇

I’d like to feature more people on my podcast who have dyscalculia, FASD, Down syndrome, dysgraphia, Tourette’s, nonverbal learning disorder, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, OCD, DID or a personality disorder — lived experiences that often get left out of conversations about neurodivergence.

“You have one life to live. No matter what life throws at you, it does not mean it's the end of the world. You can continue, keep moving forward.” Hear more from Kellina Powell, the Deaf Queen Boss, on my latest episode: https://www.beyond6seconds.net/248

On International Day of Persons with Disabilities, I’m proud to stand as an autistic person and celebrate the strength in our differences. Real change begins when we recognize, include, and value those who move through the world differently. Inclusion isn’t optional it’s how we all move forward 🫶🏽✨

Hey all! Today is #GivingTuesday. Autastic runs on donations and memberships but it's mostly our BIPOC members supporting ourselves. For one day, you can lighten our load by donating. autastic.com/support#GivingTuesday. #GivingTuesday2025 #Autism #AutisticWhileBlack

Kellina Powell, the Deaf Queen Boss, shares her school experience on my latest episode.

For the 50th anniversary of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, I spoke with advocates about how this law is crucial–and the ways in which disability education can be made better as its under attack from the Trump administration at @motherjones.com. www.motherjones.com/politics/202...

Hear more from Kellina Powell, the Deaf Queen Boss, on my latest episode: https://www.beyond6seconds.net/248

Has my podcast impacted your life, your heart or your perspective in some way? I’m asking for listener feedback to include in a future episode. If you’d like to share your thoughts, please DM me or send me a message at beyond6seconds.net/contact .

Kellina Powell, also known as the Deaf Queen Boss, talks about going to a deaf school and a hearing school as a child. Hear more from Kellina on my latest podcast episode: https://www.beyond6seconds.net/248

📝 SURVEY • Let’s build better autistic communities together💪 @aut2ask.bsky.social, @chronicallyhumored.bsky.social, @neurodivergentrebel.substack.com & Autastic offer this 19-question survey for you to voice your needs, prefs, and experiences. Audio/video responses ok 🙏🏽 substack.com/home/post/p-...

Tiffany Hammond describes her motivation to write her book, A Day with No Words. Hear more from Tiffany on my latest podcast episode: https://www.beyond6seconds.net/247

Tiffany Hammond describes A Day with No Words, her book about how her autistic son Aidan communicates and expresses himself without speaking.

Tiffany Hammond describes how she represents her nonspeaking autistic son in her book, A Day with No Words.

Tiffany Hammond describes her nonspeaking autistic son Aidan’s experience in her new book, A Day with No Words, on my latest episode: https://www.beyond6seconds.net/247

Book giveaway for A Day with No Words: www.instagram.com/p/DQ6vyteDPob/

Tiffany Hammond of Fidgets and Fries describes how she represents the experience and perspective of her nonspeaking autistic son Aidan in her book, A Day with No Words. Hear more from Tiffany on my latest episode: www.beyond6seconds.net/247

Sabrina Fandell, a VP at the International Dyslexia Association, shares advice for parents of dyslexic children, on my latest episode: https://www.beyond6seconds.net/246 #DyslexiaAwarenessMonth

If you've already called your reps about the shutdown, tariffs, Epstein files, ICE raids, etc. and feel like they aren't listening, try giving them another round of calls now. They may be thinking a bit differently after those election results...

Sabrina Fandell describes the stress of reading out loud when you have dyslexia. Hear more from Sabrina on my latest episode: https://www.beyond6seconds.net/246

Gifting season is here and a girl's gotta fund her life's work somehow. I've curated The 2025 Autastic Holiday Gift Guide to bring joy & ease. Like these cozy logo beanies, a stealth way to show your #AutisticPride. http://bit.ly/2025Au...#AutisticPride. #autism #autistic #holiday2025

Everyone is getting laid off — how can you help? @katrinakibben.bsky.social shares some small (and free) things that can make a difference. threeearsmedia.com/miracles-you...

Sabrina Fandell talks about being a dyslexic student in my latest episode: https://www.beyond6seconds.net/246 #DyslexiaAwarenessMonth

Sabrina Fandell describes the embarrassment of learning to read in the book closet at school, as a dyslexic child. Hear more from Sabrina on my latest episode.