Autism Dadcast
Gaz and AndrewAn unfiltered, unflinching, and occasionally inappropriate deep dive into the world of autism parenting, from a dad's perspective. Gaz and Andy are two dads doing this in real time, not experts with a script. Honest conversations about autism and ADHD, diagnosis and assessment, EHCPs and school, meltdowns and sensory overload, and the parts of SEN parenting nobody warns you about. Support the show... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 55 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ParentingKids & Family | |||
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Some families are now facing a two-year minimum wait just to be assessed for autism. Around 295,000 people are on the waiting list in England. A private clinic can do it in weeks, if you can pay.
Gaz and Andy start with the "golden ticket" debate. Th... more
Not the episode we planned to record.This week a three year old went missing from a playground in Suffolk and was found in a pond the next day. He was non-verbal, partially deaf and on the autism pathway. Thirteen hundred members of the public joined... more
Andy put a post up asking autism parents to name the one fear they have never said out loud. 858 people answered, and 103 of them said almost exactly the same thing.
So we sat down and read them. Not the tidy ones, the ones people only admit when nob... more
Robbie Williams announced at 52 that he is autistic, and said he has "a little bit of autism". Within a day the community had split over the phrasing.Gaz and Andy use it as a way into the question that keeps coming back. If one word covers Robbie Wil... more
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This is beautiful to see the perspective of the father for the kiddo that is on spectrum…as professional that work with individuals with disabilities as a Recreational Therapist you do not see how the life of kiddo/adult of someone on spectrum and even any disability effects the parent is lovely to hear.
Apple Podcasts4Beautiful Propespective
United States4 months ago - CANDID AF I LOVE IT
I'm so grateful I stumbled upon this podcast! You guys are so candid and it's refreshing and feels good almost if I am able to commiserate with my bros who really get it and keep it a buck. New Yorker here and I finally found you guys. Stay real this struggle is real.
Apple Podcasts5The Pettiest LabelleUnited States5 months ago - The autism podcast you’ve been looking for.
As a SEN parent this is such a relatable listen. Informative, light-hearted and at times, so joyous. You guys have done such a great job and I want to thank you for all your hard work. It’s so important to let parents know they’re not alone and that going forward it’s going to take strength in numbers (as a united community) to silence the doubters and naysayers, to get what our children need and deserve.
Apple Podcasts5Woolbat
United Kingdom7 months ago - Just what I needed…
Honest and frank conversations about being a father of a child with autism. Really appreciate the guys for making this. ❤️
Apple Podcasts5Madfrank78
Canada8 months ago - 🙌
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Apple Podcasts | #31 | United Kingdom/Kids & Family/Parenting |
Apple Podcasts | #74 | United Kingdom/Kids & Family |
Apple Podcasts | #8 |  Italy/Kids & Family/Parenting |
Apple Podcasts | #23 | Italy/Kids & Family |
Apple Podcasts | #88 |  Germany/Kids & Family/Parenting |
Apple Podcasts | #46 |  Colombia/Kids & Family/Parenting |
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Listeners are drawn to candid, family-centered discussions about autism parenting, largely from a dad's perspective. Episodes mix personal experiences with practical advice—covering school systems, therapies, daily routines, advocacy, and navigating healthcare. A notable thread is the emphasis on community support, honest storytelling, and challenging traditional narratives around diagnosis, education, and visibility. The show often features guests ranging from autism advocacy organizations and policymakers to athletes and founders building tools for families, creating a practical yet emotionally resonant atmosphere that aims to empower other parents and caregivers.
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Autism Dadcast launched a year ago and published 55 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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1. Jolanta Lasota
2. Paul Mullin
3. Oren Benford
4. Adam Parkinson
5. Georgia Gould
6. Jamie Jewitt
7. Michael Hibberd
8. Jessie Hewitson
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