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Autism Weekly Podcast

ABS Kids
Autism
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Neuroplasticity
Neurodiversity
Social Skills
ABA Therapy
Early Intervention
Turn Autism Around
The Melillo Method
Anxiety
ADHD
Applied Behavior Analysis
Gut-Brain Connection
Eye Tracking Technology
Drowning Prevention
Behavior Analysis
Language Skills
Self-Care Skills
Family Empowerment
Healthcare Disparities

Autism Weekly brings you weekly conversations with researchers, clinicians, and families at the forefront of the autism community. Each episode explores a new perspective on autism news, therapy, inclusion, and life. Presented by ABS Kids. New episodes every week. Send us your feedback at marketing@abskids.com.

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Latest Episodes

For most autistic people, the supports end at 21 or 22. The friendships, the structure, the built-in reasons to be around other people, all of it was attached to a school system that stops.

Dr. Rachel Loftin has spent her career with the people on t... more

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Most parents know their kid plays video games. Far fewer could name the game. Andrew Fishman, LCSW, says that gap is where the nightly fights start.

Andrew is a licensed clinical social worker who works with teens and emerging adults, writes about v... more

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Most kids in the U.S. aren't diagnosed with autism until after age 4, long past the window when early intervention makes the biggest difference. The problem isn't that clinicians don't care. It's that a traditional evaluation can take six to eight ho... more

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The UNC researcher behind the Black Empowerment and Autism Network on bias, access, and building care systems that actually fit families.

Autism research has historically been built on a narrow slice of the population. Dr. Brian Boyd argues that gap... more

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Recent Guests

Rachel Loftin, Ph.D.
Chief Clinical Officer at Prosper Health; clinical psychologist
Prosper Health
Episode: Social Relationships and Connection in Adulthood with Rachel Loftin, Ph.D. #241
Andrew Fishman
Licensed clinical social worker, author of Parenting A Gamer
Private practice; author
Episode: Press Start: Video Games, Healthy Habits, and Finding Balance with Andrew Fishman, LCSW #240
Dr. Cheryl Tierney
Board-certified developmental pediatrician, professor of pediatrics at Penn State, chief medical officer at EarliPoint Health
EarliPoint Health
Episode: Autism Diagnosis, Eye Tracking, and What It Means for Families with Dr. Cheryl Tierney #239
Dr. Brian Boyd
William C. Friday Distinguished Professor in UNC School of Education and director of the Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute at UNC Chapel Hill
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Episode: Dr. Brian Boyd: Who Autism Research Leaves Out, and How We Fix It #238
Amy Kelly
Mother of three, including a daughter with autism; Director of Community Services and National Director at Devereux
Devereux
Episode: Family Engagement and Advocacy: Building Real Inclusion for Autistic Individuals #237
Dr. Mary Jane Weiss
Psychologist and board-certified behavior analyst; executive director of programs in ABA and autism; directs a PhD program
Independent academic clinician, ABA clinician-scientist
Episode: Ethics, Skill Building, and Collaboration | With Dr. Mary Jane Weiss #236
Marilena Griguoli
Neuroscientist researching brain circuits and autism
Researcher in neuroscience (Autism-focused)
Episode: Social Memory and Autism: Inside the Brain | Dr. Marilena Griguoli #235
Tana Carson
Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy at Florida International University
Florida International University
Episode: When Water Becomes Dangerous: Autism, Drowning, and the Program Changing the Odds #234
Tania Santiago Perez
Associate Teaching Professor in Recreational Therapy at FIU
Florida International University
Episode: When Water Becomes Dangerous: Autism, Drowning, and the Program Changing the Odds #234

Hosts

Jeff Skibitsky
Primary host with multiple spellings across episodes; appears across many episodes discussing autism research, therapy, and family engagement
Jeff Skowiecki
Co-host variant in several episodes, contributes clinical and research perspectives

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 27 ratings
  • Amazing show!

    I learn so much information each week and look forward to listening otw to work & on my runs.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ocean.Gransberry
    United States4 months ago
  • Great informative show

    Amazing show great information and resources. Awesome guests

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LaComadreMarcy
    United States2 years ago
  • So informative!

    What a fantastic resource for parents neurodiverse kids - thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bruinmom123
    United States4 years ago
  • WOW! Amazing 🤩

    This is a great resource! I love the real life examples. It gives me a better understanding on what the parents are going through.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    girlifecharlotte_t
    United States6 years ago
  • Fantastic!

    Can’t wait to hear more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Scottrev
    United States6 years ago

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The podcast is praised for real-life examples and actionable guidance for inclusion and therapy.
Listeners find the show informative and resourceful for families navigating autism services.
Discussions balance scientific insight with practical tips for caregivers and educators.
Guests are consistently high-caliber and provide real-world applications.

Talking Points

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Ethics, Skill Building, and Collaboration | With Dr. Mary Jane Weiss #236
Q: How should families assess a provider's fit regarding collaboration and care coordination?
Families should ask how a provider handles disagreements, what happens when goals don't align with clinical recommendations, and whether the provider supports partnership with the family across the care journey.
Ethics, Skill Building, and Collaboration | With Dr. Mary Jane Weiss #236
Q: Why is interprofessional collaboration emphasized more now than before?
Because complex/autism-related needs require diverse expertise; explicit emphasis in the Ethics Code helps ensure teams work together, value each discipline's contributions, and center the client's goals in planning and delivery.
Ethics, Skill Building, and Collaboration | With Dr. Mary Jane Weiss #236
Q: What do you look at so that compassionate care isn't just a keyword but something tangible for practitioners?
Compassionate care combines empathy with purposeful action aimed at improving the client's circumstances, and must be enacted through partnership with the client and their family, not just described in theory.
Social Memory and Autism: Inside the Brain | Dr. Marilena Griguoli #235
Q: What are the implications for families and future interventions?
Understanding neural circuits and development can lead to more precise interventions that support communication and social learning, with a focus on leveraging individual neurological profiles rather than trying to normalize autism.
Social Memory and Autism: Inside the Brain | Dr. Marilena Griguoli #235
Q: How does social memory differ in autistic individuals?
Social memory involves recognizing and distinguishing familiar people from new ones; research suggests autistic individuals may process social information differently, affecting recognition and memory, rather than showing a lack of interest in social interaction.

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This show centers on autism from multiple angles: cutting-edge research, clinical practice, family experiences, and practical strategies to improve inclusion and care. Episodes frequently explore equity in research, ethics in therapy, and family engagement, often featuring researchers, clinicians, and parents who share real-world insights, actionable tips, and evidence-based resources. A standout thread across episodes is the emphasis on culturally responsive care, collaboration among families and professionals, and empowering autistic individuals through communication, self-advocacy, and safe transitions to adulthood.

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1. Rachel Loftin, Ph.D.
2. Andrew Fishman
3. Dr. Cheryl Tierney
4. Dr. Brian Boyd
5. Amy Kelly
6. Dr. Mary Jane Weiss
7. Marilena Griguoli
8. Tana Carson

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