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The Squarepeg Podcast

Amy Richards
Autism
Neurodiversity
Burnout
Neurodivergence
ADHD
Mental Health
Healthcare System
Community Health
Support Systems
Dance
Productivity
Disability Inclusion
Community Support
Neurodivergent Therapy
Nonprofit Organizations
Access Needs
Social Anxiety
Asian American Identity
Internalized Ableism
Intersectionality

Squarepeg is a podcast in which I talk to other late identified autistic women and nonbinary people about their lives, their autism journeys, and what they've learned along the way. I'm Amy Richards, and I was diagnosed autistic in 2016, when I was 37. I've been sharing my conversations with other autistic adults since 2020. I hope you'll find these conversations inspiring and thought provoking, a... more

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Kara Nash is a registered nurse and autism consultant who focuses on creating positive change in how the healthcare system treats people on the spectrum.

Kara has over twenty years' experience working in the field of autism and mental health. Now 5... more

Hassani Turner is an executive coach for neurodivergent professionals and the founder of MyNeuroCompass, a coaching service and app that helps neurodivergent people understand how their brains work, identify their strengths, stop masking and start le... more

Lara Schaeffer taught high school English for 28 years until her autism identification at age 47 - and her school's resistance to her being open about her autism to her students. She waited three years for them to change their stance, before eventual... more

Marian Schembari is an author and essayist whose first byline was at age eleven. It was a poem about dragons. Since then, her essays about travel, friendship, money, and love have appeared in many well known publications, including The New York Times... more

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Recent Guests

Kara Nash
Reddit nurse and autism consultant
Private consulting practice in Western North Carolina, USA
Episode: 140 [S10 E12] Working with autism, not against: Mental health, masking and giving ourselves grace
Hassani Turner
An executive coach for neurodivergent professionals and founder of MyNeuroCompass, she helps neurodivergent people understand themselves and thrive at work.
MyNeuroCompass
Episode: 139 [S10 E11] Creating space to show up without shrinking: how we can thrive at work as autistics
Lara Schaeffer
A former high school English teacher and counselor to autistic adults, identifies as autistic herself after raising an autistic daughter
Episode: 138 [S10 E10] Working with our ocean and our tides: the impact of autism self identification
Marian Schembari
Author and essayist, formally identified as autistic at 34.
Self-employed, author of A Little Less Broken
Episode: 137 [S10 E9] Meeting myself again: sensory needs, autistic joys and building stronger relationships after autism diagnosis
Shazzy Tharby
A disability and neurodiversity leader, mental health and neurodivergence consultant, and founder of Positively Living.
Positively Living
Episode: 136 [S10 E8] 'Undercover autistic': shaping a more just and inclusive future for autistic care users & practitioners
Clara Törnvall
Author and journalist living in Stockholm, Sweden
Episode: 135 [S10 E7] A blessing and a curse: autism, masking and miscommunication
Dr. Michelle McQuaid
A well-being researcher in her early 50s
Honorary Fellow at Melbourne University Center for Wellbeing Science
Episode: 133 [S10 E5] The Mess and the Magic: from the good girl narrative to autistic self compassion
Kirsty Cullen-Campanelli
Head of People Ops, Comms and Employee Engagement at Apple
Apple
Episode: 132 [S10 E4] "Layers of unravelling": autism, leadership and belonging with Kirsty Cullen-Campanelli
Dr. Stephanie Aspin
Therapist, educator, and writer based in Norwich, UK.
Co-founder of A-typicats
Episode: 131 [S10 E3] Working at the edge of what we know: autism, trauma and identity

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Amy Richards
Host and advocate for late-identified autistic individuals, sharing personal experiences and conversations about neurodiversity.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 421 ratings
  • Tender and informative

    I appreciate how tender the conversations are. Listening gives me a time I can soften and accept. I learn a lot about myself and autism listening to each person’s experiences. Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Julinetrou
    Canadaa month ago
  • Utterly poignant and empowering

    Every interview touches my heart and reveals a piece of me that needs healing and love and reparation. So much love for the host and guests whom bare their souls to help us all feel seen and safe enough to heal as ND folk

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    randyrec
    United States3 months ago
  • Great Podcast Resource for all ND Adults!

    I love Amy’s cadence and the delivery of her information. She shares so much in each episode, but my auditory processing can take it all in, versus some podcasts that increase my anxiety. I have learned more about my autism through Amy’s honest stories about her life and the guests she interviews.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dr. Nicole Theron Parkes
    United States3 months ago
  • Still appreciate and get so much from these.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    jlk
    a year ago
  • So helpful for those who are late-diagnosed

    I haven’t been able to find any support after diagnosis in my 40s, but this podcast has helped more than I can say. Thank you to Amy and everyone who visits the podcast for sharing your experiences!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kittie20
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners commend the host's interviewing style, finding it authentic and engaging, helping them connect more deeply with the content.
Feedback highlights the podcast's supportive and healing environment, making it a crucial resource for late-diagnosed individuals.
Listeners appreciate the tender and informative nature of the conversations, feeling empowered and seen through shared experiences.

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139 [S10 E11] Creating space to show up without shrinking: how we can thrive at work as autistics
Q: What impact have you found on yourself since you decided to be open about it?
Hassani noted that while things aren't necessarily easier, she now has clarity and tools to manage her life better, feeling empowered to seek community and solutions.
139 [S10 E11] Creating space to show up without shrinking: how we can thrive at work as autistics
Q: Can you tell me about your journey and what led you to seek autism assessment?
Hassani discussed how she always felt different and experienced various unexplained health issues, leading her to explore autism as a part of her identity.
137 [S10 E9] Meeting myself again: sensory needs, autistic joys and building stronger relationships after autism diagnosis
Q: What prompted you to seek that assessment out?
I had a friend whose son was diagnosed and while watching her journey, it struck me that it sounded like my experiences too. Eventually, I recognized myself reflected in her story.
138 [S10 E10] Working with our ocean and our tides: the impact of autism self identification
Q: Are there any final thoughts that you'd want to leave people with, especially those who might suspect that they're autistic and aren't quite ready to do that yet?
An unidentified autistic life is tremendously difficult, and understanding oneself can help remove limitations.
138 [S10 E10] Working with our ocean and our tides: the impact of autism self identification
Q: How do you know, kind of how have you reframed those experiences or some of those experiences through the lens of now understanding yourself as an autistic person?
Understanding how she was raised and her family dynamics changed her perspective on her life experiences.

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Conversations focus on the unique experiences of late-identified autistic women and non-binary individuals, exploring their journeys of self-discovery and acceptance. Topics include personal growth, societal expectations, mental health, and the impact of autism on relationships and professional life. Guests often share their stories of diagnosis in adulthood, discussing challenges they've faced and strategies for thriving in a neurotypical world. This podcast promotes a sense of community and understanding, celebrating the diverse narratives within the autism spectrum.

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1. Kara Nash
2. Hassani Turner
3. Lara Schaeffer
4. Marian Schembari
5. Shazzy Tharby
6. Clara Törnvall
7. Dr. Michelle McQuaid
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