
Uniquely Human: the Podcast expands the conversation on autism and neurodiversity by amplifying the voices of autistic and neurodivergent individuals and thought leaders in providing insightful, cutting-edge and practical information about the autistic and neurodivergent experience. Hosted by Barry Prizant and Dave Finch.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 160 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | EducationHealth & FitnessMental Health | |||

Sleep Disturbances in Autism and Neurodivergent Conditions: A Discussion with Dr. Beth Malow, MD, Neurologist and Sleep Disorder Expert
Dr. Malow, discusses how sleep problems affect approximately 80% of individuals on the autism spectrum and famil... more
Becca Lory Hector, an autistic self-advocate, has the lived experience of moving through different environments that afford different access to nature, and natural activities. She, Barry, and Dave discuss the benefits of immersion in nature and natur... more
Jordyn Montique’s personal and professional experiences created a passion for addressing cultural responsiveness in serving marginalized children with disabilities, and their families. Jordan, Barry and Dave discuss how essential it is to be in cultu... more
EPISODE 156
HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN: HIS NEURODIVERGENT JOURNEY, AS SHARED BY AUTISTIC CHILDREN’S AUTHOR, SANDRA NICKEL
It is now widely accepted that Hans Christian Anderson, renowned Danish author of children’s books, was autistic. Sandra Nickel,... more
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This podcast literally lifted me out of depression. It has given me hope. Life sustaining Hope. God Bless Barry and Dave. And may God continue to Bless the children and the parents traveling on the unpaved road through life. May God give the parents the strength to never ever give up on their precious children.
Thank you, Barry Prizant, for your series on the nonspeaking autistic community. I have two teens/young adults, one 16 and one 20, who are nonspeaking and minimally/unreliably speaking, respectively. They use S2C and spelling-based communication, and they have undergone the full battery of neuropsych/educational testing that fully demonstrates not only their cognitive levels but their exceptional brilliance with genius-level IQs. Showing a real understanding of calculus without ever having sat f... more
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I love the idea of this podcast and the hosts, but am very disappointed in the inclusion of proponents of facilitated communication and spelling to communicate! There’s so much misinformation around this topic, so adding legitimacy to it via this podcast is really harmful. If you or someone you know is considering using facilitated communication, please talk to your local (licensed!) SLP instead of trusting people who say your child can’t independently communicate.
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A thoughtful show that foregrounds autistic and neurodivergent voices, alongside clinicians, educators, and advocates. Episodes circle autism, neurodiversity, inclusive education, access to resources, and lived experience, often exploring practical strategies for families, clinicians, and communities. Notable strengths include a humane, relationship-centered approach, willingness to tackle controversial topics with nuance, and a steady commitment to elevating underrepresented perspectives in health, education, and public policy. Listeners can expect accessible conversations that blend personal stories with professional insight, plus a consistent focus on empowerment, advocacy, and practical outcomes for real-world settings.
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Recent guests on Uniquely Human: The Podcast include:
1. Becca Lory Hector
2. Jordyn Montique
3. Sandra Nickel
4. Sara Bradford
5. Jamie Hoerricks
6. David Kaufer
7. Jess Teixeira
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