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 Ross K. Foad is a scriptwriter/actor/director best known as the leader of sketch comedy group "The Faction of Farce," as well as being the founder of the long-running popular Sherlock Holmes comedy-drama "No Place Like Holmes." Aside from acting, he is a prolific writer experienced in many mediums including Television, Feature Film, Web Series, Stage, comic books, and article writing. Ross shares his experience as a young adult on the spectrum on this episode of The Autism Show.  Sponsor: CalmingClipper.com: Calming Clipper is a specially designed hair cut kit for quiet and gentle hair cuts. Visit calmingclipper.com/autismshow to get 15% OFF your calming clipper kit and say goodbye to stressful hair cuts!  SUBSCRIBE: The post 99 Writer & Actor on the Spectrum appeared first on The Autism Show.

 Alis Rowe started the Curly Hair Project after writing her autobiography. Diagnosed at the age of 22 with Asperger's Syndrome, Alis shares her knowledge of what it is like to be a young woman on the spectrum with parents, educators, and the autism community. Learn more about the Curly Hair Project on this episode.   Sponsor: CalmingClipper.com: Calming Clipper is a specially designed hair cut kit for quiet and gentle hair cuts. Visit calmingclipper.com/autismshow to get 15% OFF your calming clipper kit and say goodbye to stressful hair cuts!  SUBSCRIBE: The post 98 The Curly Hair Project appeared first on The Autism Show.

Robert and Elizabeth Tracy are a father and daughter autism activism team. Elizabeth shares her experience growing up and going to college. Listen to this episode of The Autism Show podcast to find out more about their work and their upcoming book.    Sponsor: CalmingClipper.com: Calming Clipper is a specially designed hair cut kit for quiet and gentle hair cuts. Visit calmingclipper.com/autismshow to get 15% OFF your calming clipper kit and say goodbye to stressful hair cuts!  SUBSCRIBE: The post 97 Father & Daughter Autism Activism appeared first on The Autism Show.

Zuma Ayriyan went from style blogging to sharing her life with her son on the autism spectrum. Learn more about how she embraced autism in her family and how you can too.Sponsor: CalmingClipper.com: Calming Clipper is a specially designed hair cut kit for quiet and gentle hair cuts. Visit calmingclipper.com/autismshow to get 15% OFF your calming clipper kit and say goodbye to stressful hair cuts!  SUBSCRIBE: The post 96 Learning to Embrace Autism as a Mom appeared first on The Autism Show.

 Randa Habelrih is the mother of a child with autism. When her son experienced a bullying incident at school, it almost broke her heart. Instead of calling the school, she attempted to speak directly with his peers, so together with her daughter Emily, she created a video that very night. This video seemed to have hit a nerve, the emails of support, empathy, and encouragement clogged her inbox.Sponsors:Harkla.co: Get 10% off your weighted blanket, lap pad or sensory swing with coupon code: autismshow    SUBSCRIBE: The post 95: From Bullying to Autism Activism appeared first on The Autism Show.

Cara Koscinski, OT shares her latest book: Sensorimotor Interventions: Using Movement to Improve Overall Body Function. Fidgeting, decreased attention, and immature motor patterns can affect learning. Once body systems are in sync, a child's behavior difficulties can decrease significantly.Sponsors:Harkla.co: Get 10% off your weighted blanket, lap pad or sensory swing with coupon code: autismshow    SUBSCRIBE: The post 94: Sensorimotor Interventions for Autism appeared first on The Autism Show.

Joely Colmer is a young lady with a special gift, Asperger's. She's also a national and world award-winning autism activist and World Autism Ambassador. As a motivational speaker and an autism understanding trainer, she sparks positivity and understanding into the heart of the autistic community.Sponsors:Harkla.co: Get 10% off your weighted blanket, lap pad or sensory swing with coupon code: autismshow    SUBSCRIBE: The post 93: Being an Autism Activist appeared first on The Autism Show.

SF is a woman with Asperger syndrome. She has worked in the field of social support and education since 2007 and is a passionate advocate in the Autism community. SF has been teaching a variety of student populations in Canada and the United States. She shares her tips for getting ready for the back-to-school season.Sponsors:Harkla.co: Get 10% off your weighted blanket, lap pad or sensory swing with coupon code: autismshow    SUBSCRIBE: The post 92: Back to School Tips for Autism appeared first on The Autism Show.

New York Times bestselling author (and autism parent), Carolyn Parkhurst shares her latest novel, Harmony. In 'Harmony', desperate parents seek help for their autistic daughter at a cultish camp. Learn about Carolyn's inspiration for this great summer read.Sponsors:Harkla.co: Get 10% off your weighted blanket, lap pad or sensory swing with coupon code: autismshowCalmingClipper.com    SUBSCRIBE: The post 91: Harmony: A Family’s Struggle with Autism appeared first on The Autism Show.

When Zack Peter found out his younger brother Ethan, was diagnosed with autism, he made it his mission to ensure Ethan will one day live an independent life. Together, he and his family work hard to make sure Ethan has the same opportunities as other kids his age.Sponsors:Harkla.co: Get 10% off your weighted blanket, lap pad or sensory swing with coupon code: autismshowCalmingClipper.com    SUBSCRIBE: The post 90: Autism Sibling Warrior appeared first on The Autism Show.

Josh Baker is an assistant professor of special education at University of Nevada since 2012. Baker's research focus is on inclusion and accessing the general education curriculum for students with intellectual disability and autism. He started Project F.O.C.U.S. (Forming Occupational and Community Understanding for Success), an inclusive post-secondary education program for students with intellectual & developmental disability and autism. Sponsors:Harkla.co: Get 10% off your weighted blanket, lap pad or sensory swing with coupon code: autismshowCalmingClipper.com    SUBSCRIBE: The post 89: Post-Secondary Education for Autism appeared first on The Autism Show.

Overcoming challenges with social anxiety and autism, Craig Doriot has built numerous tech applications and learned to run a business despite his diagnosis. His next project is the Dodles app, an open marketplace for people to share their creative abilities. Sponsors:Harkla.co: Get 10% off your weighted blanket, lap pad or sensory swing with coupon code: autismshowCalmingClipper.com    SUBSCRIBE: The post 88: Autism, Tech Founder & Artist Platform appeared first on The Autism Show.

 Kathy Hoopmann takes a playful look at autism, Asperger's, and anxiety with her books. Sponsors:Harkla.co: Get 10% off your weighted blanket, lap pad or sensory swing with coupon code: autismshow   SUBSCRIBE: The post 87 All Cats Have Asperger Syndrome appeared first on The Autism Show.

What do you do when your kid needs a haircut? Jim talks about his viral story about going the extra mile to give a boy with autism a haircut. He's also started the Autism Barbers Assemble so kids with autism have a chance to get their hair cut without a fuss.  Sponsors:Harkla.co: Get 10% off your weighted blanket, lap pad or sensory swing with coupon code: autismshowCalmingClipper.com    SUBSCRIBE: The post 86: The Autism Barber’s Viral Story appeared first on The Autism Show.

Michael Ray Kingsbury shares one of his comedic stories about life with a son on the autism spectrum. Michael takes us a journey and shares how he balances the work-life relationship being a comedian and parent. Sponsors:Harkla.co: Get 10% off your weighted blanket, lap pad or sensory swing with coupon code: autismshowCalmingClipper.com    SUBSCRIBE: The post 85: Comedic Storytelling & Autism appeared first on The Autism Show.

Lauren Brukner, OT and author, shares practical strategies to help kids transition to recess and lunch breaks at school. She also shares advice on how to get your kids ready for bed. Sponsors:Harkla.co: Get 10% off your weighted blanket, lap pad or sensory swing with coupon code: autismshowCalmingClipper.com    SUBSCRIBE: The post 84: Helping Kids Regulate Emotions appeared first on The Autism Show.

 Eve Megargel shares the story of her son, Billy, a non-verbal artist on the autism spectrum. Her memoir delves beyond the current news headlines to reveal what happens when autism and pain collide. Sponsors:Harkla.co: Get 10% off your weighted blanket, lap pad or sensory swing with coupon code: autismshowCalmingClipper.com    SUBSCRIBE: Enter Our Season 3 Giveaway! The post 83: Autism, Pain and Art appeared first on The Autism Show.

We talk to Rajesh Anandan, co-founder of Ultra Testing. A software testing company that employs people on the spectrum. Learn about employment opportunities for adults on the spectrum on this episode of The Autism Show podcast.  SUBSCRIBE:The post 82: Software Testers on the Spectrum appeared first on The Autism Show.

The Autism Show Podcast is back for Season 3 in June! Dr. Daniel LeGoff shares his work on Lego®-based therapy to help kids develop social skills naturally while having fun!   Disclaimer: LEGO is a trademark of the LEGO Group, which does not endorse, authorize or sponsor this website.The post 81: Lego® Therapy for Autism appeared first on The Autism Show.

Paul Fijal is the Head of Product Development at Awake Labs, working with a team of talented and diverse people to build Reveal and track anxiety in autism. Reveal is empowered care for autism - a device that tracks anxiety before meltdowns happen.Listen to the Episode below (00:16:05) Reveal's Story: Paul and his business partner started working on Reveal in late January of last year for a university course.Originally they were looking at how stress affects people at work and if there is anything they can do to increase productivity. But, after talking with a lot of people in the autism community, they realized that there was a compelling need for something that can track anxiety to help non verbal individuals.Hear more about Reveal, and how it helps children and adults on the spectrum in this bonus episode of The Autism Show Podcast.  We discuss: Why Reveal is so important for the autism community. Some of the biggest challenges Reveal faces. How Reveal works. Reveal's Indiegogo campaign. Interview Links:RevealIndiegogo campaign   The post Bonus: Tracking Anxiety in Autism with Reveal appeared first on The Autism Show.