Welcome to Autism Conversations, which was designed to provide families, caregivers, and individuals with autism with accessible support and information to assist them through their journey.
For more information regarding these podcasts, and/or if you would like access to additional resources and supports, please check out the Autism Programs’ portal: https://cdd.health.unm.edu/autismportal/
You can also send us an email at AutismConversations@salud.unm.edu
In our daily lives, we wear masks. We often change how we act or present ourselves to the outside world in order to navigate and interact with people around us, even when it may not reflect how we truly feel inside. We have to include this as part of our everyday “uniform.” Doing this can be exhausting and it can lead to burnout. And we may need to unmask to help us relax, breathe and reset before doing it all over again. For autistic people, this daily uniform of masking can be especially challenging to navigate daily and can lead to overwhelming burnout. Join us and our three guests as they talk about their experiences and challenges that they face with masking, and what strategies they use to not only prevent burnout, but to keep moving forward.
Resource:
Transcript (https://files.captivate.fm/library/1a94a93f-deae-44a0-9ad6-81a439c2fb1d/Masking-Burnout-Podcast-Transcript.pdf)
15 Apr 2026
Autism and Aging
Are you a parent or an individual who’s facing the challenges of aging, with autism in the mix? What about the continual navigation of the ever-changing systems of healthcare and support services? Are you finding it challenging to stay socially and mentally active in the community? You are invited to listen to our guests, as they share their knowledge and insights about themselves or their loved ones with autism, and their journey of navigating life and all the challenges associated with aging.
Resource:
Transcript (https://files.captivate.fm/library/2f41609d-9b81-4933-84e5-4d5b1c82fce9/Autism-and-Aging-Podcast-Transcript.pdf)
16 Dec 2025
The Impact of Bullying: Signs & Self-Care Strategies for People with Autism
Have you ever experienced bullying? Do you remember how you felt? Our latest podcast focuses on bullying towards people with autism and IDD, which is often subtle and may go unnoticed. Our guests discuss several red flags to look for such as emotional changes, withdrawal, physical marks, and shifts in daily routines. Being able to recognize bullying is not always easy for those with autism and IDD. Take a few minutes to listen to the conversation, and learn the necessary steps to navigate the challenges associated with bullying, while building resilience.
Resource:
Transcript (https://files.captivate.fm/library/ac48e570-7557-4631-a74e-03692b4c8357/Bullying-Autism-Conversation-Transcript.pdf)
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Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
1 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
2 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 10 / 100
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YouTube
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Engagement
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