Autism Live

Nov 20 2024 2779 ep. 51 mins 1.4k

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The #1 rated autism podcast worldwide. Autism Live’s mission is to provide information and inspiration to the larger autism community, that starts with individuals on the spectrum but includes everyone who loves and cares for those individuals. Host Shannon Penrod shares the Jargon of the Day, interviews with experts, community events and much more. Viewers are invited to interact live to address questions, concerns and topics of interests.

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Autism Live 11.20.24: Parent to Parent: Top Tips for GFCF Thanksgiving

Nov 20 2024 60 mins

On Today’s show Shannon gives tips for a great GFCF Thanksgiving and just a great Thanksgiving in general. Today’s jargon is Inhibition.

Autism Live 11.18.24: Naomi Riley

Nov 18 2024 63 mins

Naomi Riley joins Shannon on today’s show to talk about Differential Disabilities, Mental Health and Free EDU Resources. Naomi Riley is a brain injury survivor turned influential motivational speaker, and her work is especially relevant for educators. As the founder of Text Pledge, a nonprofit based in Greater Grand Rapids, MI, Naomi focuses on addressing critical social issues

Autism Live 11.11.24 Parent to Parent- Top Ten Resources

Nov 11 2024 60 mins

Shannon shares her top resources for support, information and all things related to supporting a child/teen/adult on the autism spectrum.

Autism Live 11.7.24: Lana Ferris

Nov 06 2024 57 mins

Lana Ferris joins Shannon to talk about Aphantasia, Autistic Burnout, and her personal experience as a mother who is Autistic. Today’s jargon term is Working Memory.

Autism Live 11.4.24: Top Ten Things IDEA Does

Nov 04 2024 60 mins

In this episode, Shannon explains the top ten things that the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act provides.

Autism Live 10.30.24 Judi Uttal

Oct 30 2024 63 mins

Judi Uttal from Autism in Entertainment joins Shannon to talk about problems associated with Social Security for individuals with Developmental Disabilities attempting to work. This is a very important topic and Judi has some critical information to share. Judi also shares an update on what Autism in Entertainment has been able to accomplish thus far. The jargon of the day is Three

Autism Live 10.23.24: Guiding Children When Bad Things Happen

Oct 23 2024 61 mins

Earthquakes, floods, and storms happen. Loved ones and pets die. Helping our children through the aftermath of these events is often overwhelming for parents. This is especially true for parents of children with speech, social and/or cognitive delays. Shannon gives us her favorite top ten tips she has learned from the experts. They may not all work for your child, but hopefully at

Autism Live 10.21.24: David Humphrey

Oct 21 2024 61 mins

David Humphrey joins Shannon to give an update on the P2i project. What do we know about autism that we didn’t know 4 years ago. Additionally, what has this research uncovered having to do with chronic disease? David shares how he and others are keeping Dr. Bernie Rimland’s vision for autism alive.

Autism Live 10.16.24: Gaining Compliance the Right Way

Oct 16 2024 63 mins

On today's show, Shannon Penrod talks about the double edged sword of compliance. Is it possible to teach a child to be obedient while still teaching them how to be an effective self-advocate? Yes, but it takes some work and mindfulness…it’s worth it. Join us at 10am Wednesday!

Autism Live 10.14.24: Kari Baker

Oct 14 2024 61 mins

Kari Baker talks with Shannon about KIND which stands for Kids with Invisible Neurological Differences and her new book, Finding Kind, which details her family’s autism journey and self discovery. It is an inspirational hour you won’t want to miss. Today’s jargon term is: Visual Supports