The Other Autism
The Other Autism explores late-diagnosed autism and the latest in autism research, and works to dispel myths and stereotypes about autism and autistic people. Episodes cover leading topics in the neurodiversity space and feature interviews with late-diagnosed autistic folks and autistic professionals. Theme music: "Everything Feels New" by Evgeny Bardyuzha. All episodes are written and edited by Kristen Hovet. Contact: otherautism@gmail.com
Episodes
40 episodes
EP39: The Story Behind the Self-Advocacy Guide for Cancer Patients on the Autism Spectrum
If you're autistic and you're diagnosed with cancer, will your care be impacted by your unconscious wish to be the perfect patient? Or will it be impacted by an abusive spouse or partner, the kind so many of us on the spectrum find ourselves wi...
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Episode 39
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1:00:38
EP38: Autistic Hispanic Personal Trainer in New York
Meet Dennis Bourne, a late-diagnosed autistic and ADHD personal trainer and martial arts instructor. Dennis shares his journey growing up undiagnosed in New York with immigrant parents, recounts his experiences as a Hispanic neurodivergent pers...
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Episode 38
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1:09:50
EP37: Former Teacher Finds the Diagnosis Her Therapists Missed
Today, I'm speaking with Sarah, a musician, gardener, and former teacher based in Pennsylvania. Sarah spent much of her life in therapy and struggling with others' misunderstandings and insensitivities. Now, in her 60s and with a handful of men...
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Episode 37
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48:32
EP36: Autistic Empathy and the Double Empathy Problem
Many think that autistic people lack empathy, but do they? Even if you think you know the answer, you'll find new content about empathy and relating to others in this episode.Join me as I explore empathy in the context of autism researc...
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Episode 36
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43:09
EP35: Helena, Diagnosed As Autistic and Schizophrenic
Today, I'm speaking with Helena, a retail worker and soon-to-be college student and fiction author. Helena came to Canada as a child, but wasn't assessed for autism or schizophrenia until her 20s. She talks about who the biggest bullies were in...
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Episode 35
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14:19
EP34: Did Trauma Cause My Autism?
Are my traits or symptoms related to autism? Or are they caused by trauma? This is one of the top questions asked by individuals going through the process of identifying their neurodivergent identity in adulthood.Join me as we explore h...
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Episode 34
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26:56
Teaser! Let's Read Together! Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea, Chapter 1: A Shifting Reef
By popular demand, I've released the first reading episode for Patreon paid members. Here is a sneak peak! We're reading Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea, and this is part 1, chapter 1: A Shifting Reef. To listen to upcoming readi...
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16:37
EP33: The Science Behind Trigger Warnings (and Why I Don't Use Them)
Here's a deep dive into the controversial topic of trigger warnings. I explore the ongoing debate surrounding the effectiveness and potential dangers of trigger warnings, particularly for those who have experienced complex trauma. I highlight t...
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Episode 33
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30:09
EP32: Zoe Alexandra Glass, Diagnosed As Autistic at 38
Today, I'm speaking with Zoe Alexandra Glass, a Jiu Jitsu instructor and artist based in Vancouver, British Columbia. Zoe went from listening to The Other Autism while working in a warehouse to being a guest on the show almost a year after her ...
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Episode 32
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1:04:22
EP31: Neural Pruning, Synesthesia, and Autism
What aspects of the brain differ between autistic people and non-autistic people? Do these brain differences lead to things like synesthesia in autistic people? Synesthesia is when your senses or perceptions overlap, like when you think of a nu...
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Episode 31
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51:08
EP30: Tips for Autistic Parents Raising Autistic or ADHD Children
Today, I'm speaking with Trissa, an autistic parent with ADHD based in Washington State. Trissa talks about ways to regulate yourself as a neurodivergent parent and also give your neurodivergent children ways to self-regulate. Trissa's ...
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Episode 30
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49:33
Autistic Burnout, Shutdown, and Social Hangover
Autistic burnout is very different from the work-related burnout that non-autistics experience. In this episode, I cover the official definition of autistic burnout, how autistic burnout differs from non-autistic burnout, the latest research on...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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27:14
Dr. Kim Sage, a Therapist Finding Her Place on the Autism Spectrum
Dr. Kim Sage is a licensed clinical psychologist in southern California. Dr. Sage joins me to discuss her discovery that she may be autistic, the problem of autism underdiagnosis, and the close connection between autism and personality disorder...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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36:00
What Is Autistic Impostor Syndrome?
Feeling like a fraud or a fake autistic is so common in those who are diagnosed as autistic in adulthood. In this episode, I talk about impostor syndrome and how it relates to autistic impostor syndrome. I also talk about the impact of impostor...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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22:25
What to Consider When Seeking Adult Autism Assessment
Are you ready to navigate the intricate maze of adult autism diagnosis? I dedicate this episode to offering tips and advice to help you determine whether autism assessment is right for you, suggestions on how to find a psychologist who ...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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29:27
What Can Occupational Therapy Do for Autistic Adults? An Interview With Courtney Benner
Courtney Benner, a neurodivergent occupational therapist based in Utah, shares how occupational therapy can help autistic adults. She also talks about her neurodivergent identities and the ways these help her relate to her clients.Court...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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43:56
Life After Late Autism Diagnosis With Melissa Elaine
Melissa Elaine, a music industry professional in California, shares the lead-up to getting an autism diagnosis just this past January and what life has been like ever since.Melissa shares how past therapists chalked up her challenges to...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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52:07
Why Are Autistic People More Likely to Be Non-Monogamous?
Let's delve into an under-discussed topic — the intersection of autism and non-monogamy. I talk about the differences between polyamory and open relationships, and challenge the stereotype that autistic individuals are incapable of or uninteres...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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30:37
Autistic Masking and Unmasking — Season Finale
In the final episode of season two of The Other Autism podcast, I explore the concept of masking. We've talked about it a lot this season, but now I'd like to do a deeper dive.Topics discussed also include:The definition of ...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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24:33
Midlife Trauma Leading to Autism Diagnosis With Cat
Cat is an Australia-based, late-identified autistic individual who suddenly lost the ability to mask following the death of her baby.Kristen and Cat discuss being autistic while undergoing fertility treatments, trauma in midlife, out-of...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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1:02:04
Jennifer Dodd, an 'AuDHDer' and Therapist
Jennifer Dodd is a Portland-based therapist and owner of the Embodied Life Therapy Center. Jennifer is a late-diagnosed autistic individual who has also been diagnosed with the inattentive type of ADHD. Kristen and Jennifer discuss the ...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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49:14
Former ABA Therapist Turned Neurodiversity Author
Kim Gallo is the author of the new book, The Pivot: For Parents and Educators – Looking at Autism and ADHD Through a Different Lens. She is a speech language pathologist in south Florida and has e...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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53:53
I Was Diagnosed Autistic... Now What?
The number one question I receive from listeners is some version of, "I was just diagnosed as autistic. Now what?" What are some common experiences that people have after autism diagnosis in adulthood? Late autism diagnosis is often defined as ...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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31:30
Heath Wilder, 'Autigender', and Autistic Empathy
Heath Wilder is the Director of Customer Experience at the Sydney Theatre Company in Sydney, Australia, and they were one of the first listeners of The Other Autism podcast — maybe even the first!...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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44:10
The Intimate Link Between ADHD and Autism
You've probably heard about the rising rates of both autism and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults. Is there any truth to all the talk about an overlap between the two? You can probably tell by the title that, yes, there ...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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24:57