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THE SJ CHILDS SHOW-Building a Community of Inclusion

Sara Gullihur-Bradford aka SJ Childs
Autism
Neurodiversity
Parenting
Dyslexia
Education
ADHD
Accessibility
Disabilities
Colorful Capes Of Feelings
Handwriting
Neurofibromatosis Type 2
Literacy
Technology
Kidpitch
Youth Entrepreneurship
Regenerative Farming
Infrared Light Therapy
Neurodivergence
Streamable Live
The SJ Childs Global Network

🎙️ Welcome to The SJ Childs Show Podcast! 🎉

Join Sara Bradford—better known as SJ Childs—as she bridges understanding, connection, and advocacy for the neurodivergent community.

With a growing global reach of over 100,000 followers and views across our platforms, The SJ Childs Show shines a light on autism, neurodiversity, lived experiences, empowering stories, expert insights, and practical res... more

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Sean Adelman
Orthopedic surgeon and father of a daughter with Down syndrome
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Episode: Episode 363- What Down Syndrome Parenting Taught A Trauma Surgeon with Sean Adelman
Norrine Russell
Educator and advocate in the neurodiversity world
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Episode: Episode 362- A Realistic Roadmap For Neurodiverse Young Adult Transition with Dr. Norrine Russell
Nathaniel Turner
Co-founder of the League of Extraordinary Parents
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Episode: Episode 361-Backward Design Parenting with Nathaniel Turner
Jessie Dennerline
Founder of KidPitch and advocate for youth entrepreneurship
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Episode: Season 16-Episode 360- Utah's KidPitch For Young Entrepreneurs with Jessie Dennerline
Karen Simmons
Founder of Autism Today; author and advocate
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Episode: Episode 359- How "AUTISM TODAY" Helps Families Find Real Resources with Karen Simmons
Zoe Lewis
Founder of New Bloom ADHD Coaching
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Episode: Episode 358-You Do Not Need To Change Yourself To Thrive With ADHD with Zoe Lewis
Daniel Hodges
Founder of Pieces of Me Foundation, blind advocate, attorney by training
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Episode: Episode 356-Accessibility Works When We Stop Treating Disability As Defect with Daniel Hodges
Paul Voss
Dad of eight; autism advocate and author
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Episode: Episode 357-What If The Hardest Part Of Autism Parenting Is Our Expectations with Paul Voss
Melissa Schulz
Parenting coach at BCBA
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Episode: Episode 355-What Big Behaviors Are Really Saying And How To Respond with Melissa Schulz

Host

Sara Bradford
Host of The SJ Childs Show / The SJ Childs Global Network, focused on neurodiversity advocacy and practical resources

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 31 ratings
  • Could not ask for a better host!

    SJ has such an amazing podcast. Cheery demeanor, great conversations. Twists and turns make it exciting for her audience. Just had such a good time being a guest. One of a kind host. AMAZING!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Todd2401
    United States9 months ago
  • Empowering Young Adults

    Sara does a really good job of interviewing and drawing out important content and suggestions for parents with neurodiverse young adults who are at the launching stage. These young adults have special challenges but all desire to increase their independence.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jack Stoltzfus
    United Statesa year ago
  • A pleasure to discover

    I had an amazing conversation with thoughtful, generous, curious Sara. What a treat to find this show, I can’t wait to hear our episode together. X Alena Turley

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    luckylanelane
    Australia2 years ago
  • Excellent questions

    I thought Sara’s questions were just right to explore where I am as a writer. I enjoyed our conversation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Geoffrey Wells
    United States2 years ago
  • Excellent interview

    Excellent interview!

    Sara asked insightful questions and thought provoking follow-up questions. We had an easy flow of conversation and I thoroughly enjoyed our chat!

    Thank you!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vickie Rubin - Author
    United States2 years ago

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Host is warm, engaging, and thoughtful, making conversations feel authentic.
Content is described as informative, relatable, and inspiring for caregivers and educators.
Guests consistently report a comfortable, respectful interview style.
Episodes provide actionable, practical tips for families navigating neurodiversity.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 319- My Brain Surgery Revealed My Autistic Son's World with Jacki Edry
Q: Could you tell us a bit about your background and what led you to become an advocate?
I started volunteering with autistic children in high school, worked with autistic kids in college, and gradually moved toward more child-centered approaches, eventually writing a book after my own brain surgery to share the insights I gained from living on both sides of the experience.
Episode 362- A Realistic Roadmap For Neurodiverse Young Adult Transition with Dr. Norrine Russell
Q: What does the Life Launch Program look like for a student who has completed high school, and how do you measure its success?
The program starts with an assessment of academics, health, finances, and goals, followed by 30 coaching sessions that help the student set and achieve six-month to multi-year plans; success is tracked through outcomes like returning to school, pursuing certifications, or moving into meaningful work.
Episode 362- A Realistic Roadmap For Neurodiverse Young Adult Transition with Dr. Norrine Russell
Q: For listeners who don't know you, can you share your background and how you became involved in neurodiversity coaching?
I'm an educator and advocate with 17 years in Russell Coaching, specializing in complex kids who have overlapping neurodivergent profiles, and I've built a framework around executive functioning, study skills, and social-emotional learning to help young people become more independent.
Episode 361-Backward Design Parenting with Nathaniel Turner
Q: Tell us how you got into this space and what motivates the League of Extraordinary Parents.
Turner explains that a life-long interest in preparing his own child led to a broader mission: helping families use backward design to craft future-ready, values-driven lives for their children, with emphasis on education, global awareness, and humanitarian impact.
Episode 323-Beyond the Box: Celebrating Neurodiversity and Finding Freedom in Authenticity
Q: Please let us know a little bit about yourself and what brought you here.
I'm Dr. Albert Bramante, a talent agent with a PhD in psychology who has spent over two decades working with actors and diverse individuals. My work focuses on reframing neurodivergent thinking as a strength and helping people embrace their unique processing styles to contribute creatively.

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This show centers on neurodiversity, autism awareness, parenting, education, and practical resources for families, educators, and advocates. It features in-depth conversations with clinicians, educators, parents, and nonprofit founders who share actionable strategies, personal journeys, and systems-level ideas to create inclusive environments. Highlights include practical parenting approaches, neurodiversity advocacy, accessibility and universal design, and a focus on collaboration, dignity, and real-world impact for neurodivergent individuals and their communities.

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