Raising a child with autism comes with challenges that other parents may not understand.
This may feel isolating at times, but support can be found in many forms. Podcasts are a convenient and accessible way to connect and learn from others’ experiences. Bonus: they’re free! If you’re looking to learn more about life with Autism Spectrum Disorder, check out our list of the top autism podcasts for parents and educators below.
Autism Parenting Secrets
If you’ve recently received an autism diagnosis for your child, the Autism Parenting Secrets podcast is for you. The podcast, hosted by Cass and Len Arcuri, features a range of topics designed to help parents know that more is possible for their child. If you’re looking for practical advice about how you can become an all-in parent, check out this duo’s masterclass on Apple Podcasts.
Turn Autism Around ®
Dr. Mary Barbera is a Ph.D., Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA-D), best-selling author, and speaker as well as a mother to a son with autism. During her 20-year career, she has worked with hundreds of children with autism and their families, helping them achieve healthier, happier lives. She also works with medical, educational, and behavioral professionals who want to support their clients in achieving their full potential. Turn Autism Around ® is a podcast hosted by Dr. Mary with new episodes uploaded weekly. From topics like how to reduce self-injurious behavior to the importance of autism treatment, no stone is left uncovered.
You can find the Turn Autism Around ® podcast on Apple and Google Podcasts.
The Autism Helper Podcast
The Autism Helper podcast, hosted by Sasha Long, BCBA, M.A., seeks to explore different ways to improve the lives of individuals with autism. A board-certified behavior analyst and former special education teacher, Sasha shares strategies and best practices dedicated to empowering those who support individuals with autism, including teachers, parents, clinicians, and administrators. Recent episodes of the podcast discuss critical topics like building time-management skills and overcoming picky eating.
For more practical tips, check out The Autism Helper Podcast on all major podcast streaming platforms.
Moms Talk Autism
Daily life as a parent to a child with autism comes with unique challenges and opportunities. The Moms Talk Autism Podcast is hosted by Shannon Korza, Tash Dillmon, Jean Mayer, and Brittney Crabtree–4 mothers who are raising children with autism and neurodivergent brains. The podcast features conversations about all facets of life on the spectrum, such as navigating school, therapy, advocacy, and marriage and feels like a coffee chat with your closest mom friends. If you’ve been feeling alone on your autism journey, give the show a listen.
Moms Talk Autism is available on Apple Podcasts and TuneIn.
My Friend Autism
Orion Kelly hosts My Friend Autism, a podcast focused on raising the level of understanding, appreciation, and acceptance in the autism community. With topics like how to avoid autistic burnout, workplace discrimination, and busting autism myths, Kelly aims to break down barriers by sharing his perspective as a podcaster, YouTuber, actor, and advocate with autism.
Find My Friend Autism on Apple Podcasts and all major podcast streaming platforms.
All Things Sensory
With over 700,000 downloads, the All Things Sensory podcast is a great tool for helping parents, teachers, and educators who want to see their children thrive. Hosted by Rachel Harrington and Jessica Hill, the show answers questions about occupational therapy, self-care, nutrition, and health for parents of children with autism, sensory processing disorder, and ADHD. Through their perspective as Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants, Rachel and Jessica provide thoughtful advice and actionable strategies for parents and professionals to implement into their daily routines.
The All Things Sensory podcast is available on Apple and Google Podcasts.
Embracing Autism
Lia and Matt McCabe, founders of the charity AutismWish and hosts of the Embracing Autism Podcast, are a neurodivergent parenting duo raising 2 daughters with autism. The podcast hosts weekly discussions on a wide range of neurodivergent topics. Featuring personal stories about the McCabe family’s experience on the spectrum, Embracing Autism aims to provide parents and caregivers with guidance, resources, and a newfound perspective on Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Lia and Matt’s podcast is available on Apple Podcasts and all major podcast streaming platforms.
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