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Autism
Neurodiversity
Mental Health
Education
ADHD
Parenting
Autistic Lived Experiences
ARFID
Sensory Sensitivity
Autistic Identity
Diagnosis
Self Discovery
Alternative Augmentative Communication
Teacher Training
Support Structures
Autism Level Up
AAC (augmentative and Alternative Communication)
Community Support
Ireland
Parenting Challenges

Hello and welcome to the unfiltered Autistic Podcast. The Podcast that aims to give an unfiltered account of Autistic lived experiences, created and hosted by me Amanda Mc Guinness, an Autistic Autism and Visual Support Specialist and parent to 4 Neurodivergent children. Having spent a lifetime filtering my true self, to be the person I felt others wanted me to be, I realised at the age of 39 I co... more

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Welcome to Inside the Autism Classroom, a brand-new six-part podcast series on The Unfiltered Autistic Podcast, co-hosted by Ama... more

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ACCESS FREE AUTISM CLASS RESOURCE LIBRARY: www.flourishautismconsultancyandtraining.com/autism-class-supportEpisode 6: Assessment Challenges & Adaptations

Every Autistic learner deserves assessment that recognises their strengths, honours th... more

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Episode 5: Training, Professional Learning & Resources

Great Autism Class teaching doesn't happen by chance. It is built through co... more

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Episode 4: Target Setting & Teaching Approaches

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Elaine Fitzgerald
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Episode: Inside The Autism Classroom Target Setting & Teaching Approaches Amanda McGuinness Elaine Fitzgerald Episode 4
Kerry Murphy
Early Childhood Education Specialist
Diverse Pathways / Diverse Pathways framework
Episode: Diverse Pathways for Early Childhood with Kerry Murphy Early Years Education Specialist
Ann Costigan
Pediatric nurse specialist with a special interest in constipation and toileting
Poo and the loo / Children's Continence Ireland
Episode: Autism & Constipation | Understanding Childhood Constipation, Toilet Learning & Bowel Health with Ann Costigan
Danielle Jata-Hall
Autistic ADHD parent and founder of pdaparenting.com
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Episode: PDA Parenting with Danielle Jata-Hall
Adam Harris
Founder and CEO of AsIAm; future CEO of Social Entrepreneurs Ireland
AsIAm; Social Entrepreneurs Ireland
Episode: Adam Harris on Leadership, Legacy and Leaving AsIAm
Nikki Smit
Occupational therapist, neurodiversity advocate, educator and mentor
Episode: Window of Capacity and The Waves of Regulation with Nikki Smit OT
Angela Cummins
Teacher and PhD candidate with extensive work in autism education
Det band one primary school, Dublin
Episode: Autism Classes Deserve Respect with Teacher Angela Cummins
Julie Holmes
SLT from BeMe Therapy
BeMe Therapy
Episode: PDA and Declarative Language with Julie Holmes SLT
Amy Laurent
Developmental psychologist; co-founder of Autism Level Up
Autism Level Up
Episode: Understanding Energy Regulation with Autism Level Up - Dr Amy Laurent and Dr Jacquelyn Fede

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Inside the Autism Classroom - Planning Your Autism Classroom
Q: Where should a new teacher start when setting up an autism classroom this coming September?
Start with conversations with parents to understand the child, gather handover information, and establish a collaborative relationship with SNAs; then work on a low-arousal, flexible classroom layout and basic visual schedules that can adapt as you learn more about each student.
Autism & Constipation | Understanding Childhood Constipation, Toilet Learning & Bowel Health with Ann Costigan
Q: What is disimpaction and when is it used?
Disimpaction is a short-term, intensive regimen to clear long-standing stool buildup, typically using movicol and lactobacillus, gradually increasing dosage over about a week or more, before moving to maintenance and toilet routines.
Inside The Autism Classroom Target Setting & Teaching Approaches Amanda McGuinness Elaine Fitzgerald Episode 4
Q: How do you balance academic targets with the child's interests and engagement?
Use themes and high-interest topics to hook learners, then integrate literacy and numeracy within that theme using multiple learning modalities (video, hands-on activities, storytelling) to avoid overwhelming the student.
Inside The Autism Classroom Target Setting & Teaching Approaches Amanda McGuinness Elaine Fitzgerald Episode 4
Q: What is a practical starting point for new autism class teachers when it comes to target setting?
Start with identifying a few key barriers to learning for each child, set an October-to-February trajectory, and break it into sub-targets that can be reinforced through play, visuals, and adult modeling.
Autism Classes Deserve Respect with Teacher Angela Cummins
Q: What would stand out to you as five must-do actions to make a school more inclusive?
Angela outlines five core actions: (1) ensure every classroom in the building is treated as part of the school, (2) foster strong, proactive collaboration between mainstream teachers and autism-class teams, (3) actively include autistic students in all school activities and trips, (4) establish predictable, structured timetables and clear communication for SNAs, and (5) celebrate everyday successes to reinforce positive momentum and build trust with families.

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This show centers on authentic autistic lived experiences and practical strategies for navigating school, work, and family life. Episodes commonly explore communication styles, regulation, classroom and workplace accommodations, and how neurodiversity is understood and supported in real-world settings. Guests range from clinicians and researchers to autistic professionals and educators, who share frameworks, personal narratives, and actionable tips—often emphasizing self-advocacy, tailored supports, and environmental adjustments to improve daily functioning. A notable strength is its blend of clinical insight with genuine personal perspective, offering listeners concrete steps they can apply at home or in institutions while highlighting the... more

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