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Candid conversations between autistic off-hour professionals! Autistic Tidbits & Tangents is a biweekly podcast, co-hosted by Kara Dymond, Maja Toudal, and Bruce Petherick. It is centered around topics relevant to autism and the lives of autistic people. We are autistic professionals with a passion for broadening and advancing accessibility for autistic people and understanding of autism and neuro... more

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Ep. 56 - Change, Conjunctions, and ComplexitiesBruce, Kara, and Maja catch up after a long absence, and discuss changes to societal understandings of autism, the epistemic injustice of whose voices matter in attributing meaning to autistic lives, pro... more

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Ep. 55 - Choice, Cats, and Canon with Your AT&T TeamBruce and Kara have a late-night chat about autonomy vs. independence, autistic-related literature (and what is missing!), and many other thoughts. We briefly have a third guest co-host who does lit... more

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Ep. 54 - Dublin and Dynamic Discussions

Kara, Maja, and Bruce talk about their recent goings-ons, in particular the recent Autism Europe International Autism Congress, at which both Maja and Kara gave keynotes! They also met IN PERSON for the first ... more

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Kara and Bruce talk with Dr. Paula Holmes-Rodman, who developed a self-advocacy guide for autistic cancer patients together with her sister, Lindsey Holmes, who was an autistic cancer patient. We talk about Lindsey’s memory, consent and autonomy in m... more

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Recent Guests

Mary Doherty
Autistic doctor
As I Am Ireland (autistic-led organization)
Episode: Ep. 54 - Dublin & Dynamic Discussions with Your AT&T Team
Magda Mostafa
Architect
As I Am Ireland panelist
Episode: Ep. 54 - Dublin & Dynamic Discussions with Your AT&T Team
Dr. Paula Holmes-Rodman
Multidisciplinary scholar, writer and facilitator; expert in narrative medicine, Indigenous health, and patient advocacy
Autism Canada, Ovarian Cancer Canada, Hospice Calgary, Wellspring
Episode: Ep. 53 - Sharks, Scars/Seeds, & St. Kateri (with Dr. Paula Holmes-Rodman)
Mishel Alexandrovsky
Autistic autism researcher at the University of Toronto and the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health
University of Toronto; CAMH
Episode: Ep. 52 - Narratives, Nostalgia, & Neuroaffirmative Research (with Mishel Alexandrovsky)
Mitch Kosterman
Autistic actor, producer, director, and consultant with extensive experience in the film industry.
Episode: Ep. 50 - Cinema, Casting, ... and to be continued Part 1 (with Mitch Kosterman)
Ryan Perez
An advocate, entertainer, and changemaker passionate about invisible disabilities, who uses his journey to inspire and educate others.
Episode: Ep. 49 - Autistic Intersectional Experiences (with Ryan Perez)
Julianna Maggrah
A two-spirit neurodivergent Indigenous woman and advocate for mental health.
Episode: Ep. 48 - Intuition, Improvisation, & Indigenous Knowledge-Keeping (with Julianna Maggrah)
Jason Leaver
An award-winning writer, creator, and video game developer with nearly 30 years of experience as a storyteller in motion arts
Episode: Ep. 44 - Countries, Concussions, & Kinship (with Jason Leaver)
Lindsay Ryan
Registered Psychotherapist focusing on neurodiversity
Everwell Integrated Health Professionals
Episode: Ep. 43 - Conflict Resolution, Compassion, & the Neurodiversity Club (with Lindsay Ryan, RP)

Hosts

Kara Dymond
Co-host of Autistic Tidbits & Tangents; focus on education, neurodiversity, and classroom practices.
Bruce Petherick
Co-host of Autistic Tidbits & Tangents; brings research-informed perspectives and advocacy.
Maja Toudal
Co-host of Autistic Tidbits & Tangents; contributes on education, accessibility, and neurodiversity.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 14 ratings
  • Thoughtful and soothing in the best ways

    I first came to listen to Autistic Tidbits and Tangents for the episode with Tony Attwood, but found Kara and Maja’s voices so comforting and joyful I started to listen to more episodes. The pace and flow of their and Bruce’s conversations hits a sweet spot to prompt curiosity and encourage ponderous reflection.

    I’m not diagnosed Autistic, though I have traits. With recognised ADHD, I feel in good company with the tangents and meandering topics. I’ve recommended this podcast to a dear friend an... more

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    Sea_spook
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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Thoughtful and soothing with a welcoming tone that invites curiosity.
Hosts offer relatable, practical insights on autism and neurodiversity.
Guests frequently bring diverse perspectives, enriching the discussions.

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Ep. 49 - Autistic Intersectional Experiences (with Ryan Perez)
Q: How have you managed after your extreme burnout?
Ryan explains various coping strategies he implemented after experiencing burnout, including self-care practices and therapy that focused on understanding dissociation.
Ep. 49 - Autistic Intersectional Experiences (with Ryan Perez)
Q: Can you tell us about your experience as a black individual in Canada going through the autistic process?
Ryan describes the systemic barriers and racism he faced while advocating for autistic resources, highlighting the lack of support within his own community and from society at large.

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Candid, empathetic conversations about autism, neurodiversity, and everyday life, led by autistic professionals. Episodes skew toward personal experiences in work, education, media, and advocacy, with a strong emphasis on representation, inclusion, and practical insights for navigating a neurodiverse world. Notable are deep dives into film and acting, education practices, and Indigenous and intersectional perspectives, all discussed in a respectful, curiosity-driven tone. The format often blends professional experience with personal storytelling, making complex topics approachable for listeners who seek thoughtful, human-centered discourse.

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2. Magda Mostafa
3. Dr. Paula Holmes-Rodman
4. Mishel Alexandrovsky
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7. Julianna Maggrah
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