Autistic Advocacy
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Podcast Overview
<p>Empowering Autistics to live authentically, thrive boldly, and challenge the status quo.</p><br><p>Autistic Advocacy is your go-to podcast for tackling the real-life issues that matter most to the Autistic community. Each episode offers practical strategies, honest conversations, and empowering insights from actually Autistic voices. Whether it’s navigating accessibility, masking and unmasking, self-advocacy, or community building, we’re here to support you in living your best, most authentically Autistic life.</p><br><p>🌈 Celebrate autistic voices with early access, ad-free listening, and our full archive at <a href="http://autisticcultureplus.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">AutisticCulturePlus.com</a></p><p>🌐 Visit<a href="http://www.autisticculturepodcast.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> </a><a href="https://acpn.base44.app/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.autisticculturepodcastnetwork.com</a></p><p>📲 Follow us on Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/autisticculturepodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @autisticculturepodcast</a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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October 31, 2025
How Sarah Figured Out She Is A Neurodivergent Baddie
<p>Welcome to the first official meeting of The Late Diagnosis Club — the podcast for anyone who discovered their neurodivergence later in life.</p><p>Hosted by Dr. Angela Kingdon, this episode features artist and activist Sarah Davies, who shares how she went from a dyslexia diagnosis in childhood to discovering her autism at 34.</p><p>Together, Angela and Sarah discuss identity, unmasking, self-advocacy, and what it means to call yourself a “neurodivergent baddie.”</p><br><p>🪑 Attendees</p><p>Chair: Dr. Angela Kingdon — Author, community-builder, and Autistic advocate</p><p>Guest: Sarah Davies — Autistic and Dyslexic artist, campaigner, and community organiser from Wales</p><p>You: The Listener!</p><br><p>🗒️ Meeting Agenda</p><ol><li>Opening remarks from the Chair</li><li>Member introduction: Sarah’s late diagnosis story</li><li>Discussion: Life before and after diagnosis</li><li>Key learnings from the meeting</li><li>Club announcements</li></ol><p><br></p><p>🧾 Minutes from the Meeting</p><br><p>1️⃣ Opening Remarks</p><p>Angela welcomed listeners to The Late Diagnosis Club — a space where Autistic and Neurodivergent adults can find community, connection, and conversation.</p><blockquote>“We’re not here to fix ourselves — we’re here to find each other.”</blockquote><p><br></p><p>2️⃣ Member Introduction: Sarah’s Story</p><p>Sarah shared how she first identified as Dyslexic in school, but didn’t receive her autism diagnosis until age 34. She described years of masking, burnout, and finally, the relief of understanding her neurotype.</p><blockquote>“It wasn’t that I was too much — I was just trying to fit into the wrong room.”</blockquote><p><br></p><p>3️⃣ Discussion Highlights</p><ul><li>Dopamine Dressing: Using bright colours and creative expression as self-regulation and joy.</li><li>Hyperfocus for Healing: How her curiosity about GLP-1 science helped her reconnect with her body.</li><li>Activism & Advocacy: From campaigning against the UK “bedroom tax” to founding Wrexham’s local Autistic meetup group.</li><li>Community as Medicine: Why Autistic friendships feel grounding, not draining.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>4️⃣ Key Learnings</p><ul><li>Late diagnosis is an act of self-compassion, not correction.</li><li>Autistic joy thrives in community, not conformity.</li><li>Humour and authenticity are radical tools for survival.</li><li>Self-advocacy begins with knowing what you need — and believing you deserve it.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>🔗 Links</p><p>Wrexham Adults Autism Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1JjoEtEwcg/?mibextid=wwXIfr%0A" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1JjoEtEwcg/?mibextid=wwXIfr%0A</a></p><br><p>📣 Club Announcements</p><ul><li>🎧 The Late Diagnosis Club is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms.</li><li>💬 Join our online meetups and community at <a href="https://latediagnosis.club/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">latediagnosis.club</a>.</li><li>💜 There is a small charge — but no one is turned away for lack of funds.</li></ul><p>💜 With Gratitude</p><br><p>🎙️ Executive Producers: Amy Burns, Anamaria B Call, Andrew Banner, Anna Goodson, Ashley Apelzin, Audrea Volker, Ben Coulson, Brian Churcek, Cappy Hamper, Carley Biblin, Charlene Deva, Chloe Cross, Clay Duhigg, Clayton Oliver, Danny Dunn, Daria Brown, David Garrido, Emily Burgess, Eric Crane, Erik Stenerud, Fiona Baker, Grace Norman, Helen Shaddock, Jaimie Collins, Jason Killian, Jen Unruh, Jennifer Carpenter, Julia Tretter, Kathie Watson-Gray, Kenneth Knowles, Kira Cotter, Kristine Lang, Kyle Raney, Llew P Williams, Laura Alvarado, Laura De Vito, Laura Provonsha, Lily George, Nelly Darmi, Nigel Rogers, Rachel Miller, Tim Scott, Tyler Kunz, Victoria Steed, Yanina Wood.</p><br><p>🎧 Producers: AJ Knight, Bobby Simon, Da Kovac, Katie N Benitez, Kate F, Kendra Murphy, Louise Lomas, Nicola Owen.</p><br><p>🌈 Celebrate autistic voices at <a href="AutisticCulturePlus.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">AutisticCulturePlus.com</a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
October 24, 2025
Introducing the Autistic Culture Podcast Network
<h3>🎉 Introducing the Autistic Culture Podcast Network</h3><p>What started as one show — The Autistic Culture Podcast — has grown into something bigger: the Autistic Culture Podcast Network, the first podcast network created by and for autistic people.</p><p>Across our shows, we celebrate autistic voices, stories, and culture — because being autistic isn’t just a diagnosis, it’s a community, a worldview, and something worth celebrating.</p><br><p>🎙️ Current Shows:</p><ul><li>Autistic Culture (OG)</li><li>Autistic Advocacy (OG Fridays)</li><li>Neurodivergent Narratives</li><li>Autistic Culture 101</li><li>Late Diagnosis Club — launching Halloween 🎃</li></ul><p>And that’s just the beginning. In January 2026, a new edition of The Autistic Culture Podcast premieres — exploring the creativity, history, and heart of autistic culture.</p><p><br></p><h3><br></h3><h3>💫 Support Autistic-Led Media</h3><p>Join Autistic Culture Plus for ad-free listening, early access, and an exclusive archive of ~100 classic episodes.</p><p>Every membership helps:</p><p>🎧 Fund neurodivergent creators</p><p>🌍 Amplify autistic voices</p><p>💡 Build culture, not pathology</p><p>🤝 Support accessible, sensory-friendly storytelling</p><p>For less than the price of a coffee, you can help sustain a growing network that’s 100% by and for neurodivergent people.</p><p><br></p><h3><br></h3><h3>🎙️ Pitch Your Show</h3><p>Have a podcast — or an idea for one — that celebrates autistic or neurodivergent life?</p><p>We’re now accepting pitches for new and established shows created by autistic and neurodivergent people.</p><p>Whether you’re an experienced podcaster or just starting out, we’ll help you bring your vision to life with technical support, mentorship, and promotion through the network.</p><p>📩 Pitch your show: info@autisticculturepodcast.com</p><p><br></p><h3><br></h3><h3>💜 With Gratitude</h3><p>A huge thank-you to our founding supporters of Autistic Culture Plus, who believed in this network before it even launched.</p><p>Our Executive Producers make this work possible — funding neurodivergent creators, amplifying autistic voices, and helping build a media ecosystem rooted in pride, creativity, and community.</p><p>These members form the foundation of the Autistic Culture Podcast Network, and you’ll see their names credited at the end of our shows and on our website.</p><br><p>Executive Producers:</p><p>Amy Burns, Anamaria B Call, Andrew Banner, Anna Goodson, Ashley Apelzin, Audrea Volker, Ben Coulson, Brian Churcek, Cappy Hamper, Carley Biblin, Charlene Deva, Chloe Cross, Clay Duhigg, Clayton Oliver, Danny Dunn, Daria Brown, David Garrido, Emily Burgess, Eric Crane, Erik Stenerud, Fiona Baker, Grace Norman, Helen Shaddock, Jaimie Collins, Jason Killian, Jen Unruh, Jennifer Carpenter, Julia Tretter, Kathie Watson-Gray, Kenneth Knowles, Kira Cotter, Kristine Lang, Kyle Raney, Llew P Williams, Laura Alvarado, Laura De Vito, Laura Provonsha, Lily George, Nelly Darmi, Nigel Rogers, Rachel Miller, Tim Scott, Tyler Kunz, Victoria Steed, Yanina Wood.</p><br><p>💫 Join now to be credited as a Producer on our shows — and help fund autistic-led media that celebrates our voices, stories, and culture.</p><p>🌈 Celebrate autistic voices with early access, ad-free listening, and our full archive at <a href="http://autisticcultureplus.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">AutisticCulturePlus.com</a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
October 17, 2025
The Late Diagnosis Club - Coming October 31!
<p>Welcome to The Late Diagnosis Club, a brand new show from the Autistic Culture Podcast Network!</p><br><p>The Late Diagnosis Club is a podcast by and for adults who found they were neurodivergent later-in-life. Hosted by Story Steward Dr. Angela Kingdon, this show features honest conversations with neurodivergent guests navigating the identity shock of late diagnosis or self-identification. Each episode explores neurodivergent traits through a cultural lens, debunks stereotypes, and offers solidarity for those processing family dynamics, unmasking, and reclaiming long-buried SPINs. Whether you’re self-identified or medically diagnosed, this club has been saving you a seat and helps you feel at home in your neurodivergent self.</p><br><p>Autistic Culture is now the Autistic Culture Podcast Network — five shows live, more on the way — all created by and for neurodivergent people.</p><p>We’re also launching Autistic Culture Plus on Supercast, where you can listen ad-free, get early access, binge full series, and unlock our exclusive archive of earlier episodes.</p><br><p>Founding Listener Offer:</p><ul><li>Join now for £0.99/month (80% off) and be listed as an Executive Producer on our site and show credits. You’ll keep that price as long as you stay subscribed!</li><li>On 24 Oct, the price moves to £2.50, and on 31 Oct (Halloween) the standard rate begins: £5/month or £50/year.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Included with Autistic Culture Plus:</p><p>• Ad-free listening (sensory-friendly)</p><p>• Early access to every episode</p><p>• Binge-able themed series</p><p>• Exclusive archive of ~100 classic episodes</p><p>• Executive Producer credit for founding members</p><br><p>Key Dates:</p><p>🗓️ Now — Founding offer live (£0.99)</p><p>🗓️ 24 Oct — Trailer drops, price rises to £2.50</p><p>🗓️ 31 Oct — Virtual Halloween launch + Late Diagnosis Club premiere</p><p>🗓️ Jan 2026 — New Autistic Culture series launches (members binge early!)</p><br><p>Current Shows:</p><ul><li>Autistic Culture (OG)</li><li>Autistic Advocacy (OG Fridays)</li><li>Neurodivergent Narrative</li><li>Autistic Culture 101</li><li>Late Diagnosis Club - Interview show launching Halloween</li></ul><p><br></p><p>🎉 Join Autistic Culture Plus: <a href="https://autisticculture.supercast.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">autisticculture.supercast.com</a></p><p>🎃 RSVP to the Halloween party: <a href="https://autisticculture.substack.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">autisticculture.substack.com</a></p><p>📧 Pitch us your show: info@autisticculturepodcast.com</p><br><p>Thanks for supporting independent, neurodivergent-affirming media. We’re saving you a seat. 💜</p><p>🌈 Celebrate autistic voices with early access, ad-free listening, and our full archive at <a href="http://autisticcultureplus.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">AutisticCulturePlus.com</a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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- What is Autistic Advocacy?
<p>Empowering Autistics to live authentically, thrive boldly, and challenge the status quo.</p><br><p>Autistic Advocacy is your go-to podcast for tackling the real-life issues that matter most to the Autistic community. Each episode offers practical strategies, honest conversations, and empowering insights from actually Autistic voices. Whether it’s navigating accessibility, masking and unmasking, self-advocacy, or community building, we’re here to support you in living your best, most authentically Autistic life.</p><br><p>🌈 Celebrate autistic voices with early access, ad-free listening, and our full archive at <a href="http://autisticcultureplus.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">AutisticCulturePlus.com</a></p><p>🌐 Visit<a href="http://www.autisticculturepodcast.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> </a><a href="https://acpn.base44.app/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.autisticculturepodcastnetwork.com</a></p><p>📲 Follow us on Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/autisticculturepodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @autisticculturepodcast</a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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