Autism Live
Autism Network ®The #1 rated autism podcast worldwide. Autism Live's mission is to provide information and inspiration to the larger autism community, that starts with individuals on the spectrum but includes everyone who loves and cares for those individuals. Host Shannon Penrod shares the Jargon of the Day, interviews with experts, community events and much more. Viewers are invited to interact live to address ... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 2884 | Founded | 12 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Kids & FamilyParentingScienceSocial Sciences | |||
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On today's show Shannon welcomes Brady Huggett, a features editor for the neuroscience publication The Transmitter. Topics covered include the lack of funding dollars to research the lives of Autistic Adults. A new five part podcast called "When Auti... more
On today's show Shannon gives the rundown on 22 things you can teach in the summer months to catch your child up and prepare them for success in the new school year.
00:00 Intro & Autism Live Mission
02:59 Summer Learning Opportunities for Kids
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On today's show Shannon welcomes Dr. Molly O'Shea to talk about water safety and the terrible statistics surrounding drowning and children on the spectrum. Goldfish Swim School has a new program to help swimmers be safe in and around the water. The j... more
Kelley Jensen, host of the Refrigerator Moms Podcast joins Shannon today to talk about TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation), a noninvasive brain stimulation therapy. Today's jargon is Elopement.
00:00 Intro & Disclaimer 00:33 Show Overview & Gue... more
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- Phenomenal, impactful resource for families and professionals!
Words cannot express how indebted I am to have found this podcast and community! It is because of Shannon and her guests that we have changed the trajectory of our life as a family for the better. I have yet to find another place with such a wealth of information and encouragement within the ASD community. Professionals and providers would do their clients and the clients’ families a great service to learn from this podcast! Shannon’s mentorship, wisdom based on experience, empathy, passion, and... more
Apple Podcasts5Upstate Suz
United States2 years ago - Great podcast but!
Great podcast with tons of great information. I just listened to your episode on food and found it super interesting. But I have to point out that the symptoms you describe experiencing as an allergy to chocolate and ice cream are NOT food allergy!
As someone who is a parent to a peanut allergic kid it’s important that you characterize this stuff correctly. You describe symptoms by saying something like the food was not “sitting well with you” or that you can’t eat a lot of ice cream like you ... more
Apple Podcasts5JayJay in LAUnited States4 years ago - Life Changing Information
Best show/podcast ever! I have been tuning in since my son was 4. He is about to be 14. The information is priceless! If you’re starting your Autism journey, this is the place to be! 💙💙💙
Apple Podcasts5Our Adapted LivesUnited States4 years ago - Some good info, not great navigation
From what I've heard so far, this podcast has some good info for service providers and families. I wish the episode list would provide a short blurb regarding the topic being discussed ...right now it either says "like autism live on Facebook" or it gives the name of the person or organization being interviewed (which is not helpful if you are unfamiliar with the person/organization).
Also, I wish there was an option to have audio only. Video podcasts are glitchy on my iPad and there is no nee... more
Apple Podcasts3WagginpitbullUnited States10 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #93 |  South Africa/Kids & Family/Parenting |
Apple Podcasts | #182 |  Norway/Kids & Family/Parenting |
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What is Autism Live about and what kind of topics does it cover?
The show focuses on practical autism care, advocacy, education, and empowerment, blending personal narratives with expert insights. Episodes frequently explore treatment options (including brain-based therapies), caregiver resources, inclusive spaces, self-advocacy, and navigating education systems, insurance, and access to services. A notable strength is the mix of lived experience and professional expertise, often pairing families' real-world challenges with actionable guidance and resources for families, clinicians, and educators. Viewers can expect human-centered discussions that span medical, educational, and community perspectives, with recurring emphasis on inclusion, access, and empowerment for autistic individuals and their familie... more
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Autism Live launched 12 years ago and published 2884 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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Recent guests on Autism Live include:
1. Dr. Molly O'Shea
2. Kelley Jensen
3. Antoinette Elliott
4. Tory Ridgeway
5. Vanessa Ridgeway
6. Sharon Newhardt
7. Rebecca Meuschke
8. Dr. James Adams
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