Join Brittany (SLP) & Shawna (BCBA) as they dive into the world of neurodiversity. Each episode, they discuss insights, tips, and collaboration strategies for both parents & professionals alike, through the lens of their real-life experiences as mothers & clinicians.
Neurodiversally Speaking
Claim This Podcastby Brittany Clark (SLP) & Shawna Fleming (BCBA)
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Join Brittany (SLP) & Shawna (BCBA) as they dive into the world of neurodiversity. Each episode, they discuss insights, tips, and collaboration strategies for both parents & professionals alike, through the lens of their real-life experiences as mothers & clinicians.
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July 13, 2026
Celebrating 1 Year Of The Podcast!
<p>Today we're hitting a major milestone - it's been one whole year since we started this podcast journey! 🎉 Can you believe it? </p><p>In this episode, we're taking a moment to reflect on the fun ride we’ve had over the last 25 episodes since starting Neurodiversally Speaking, sharing our absolute favourite moments and conversations that really made an impact. From deep diving into autism and neurodiversity to exploring practical tips for parents and professionals alike, we’ve covered a lot of ground together. Join us as we reminisce about the laughs, lessons, and everything in between from our first year of podcasting!</p><p><strong>Timestamps:</strong></p><p>(01:37) - Welcome & Intro</p><p>(06:09) - Bad Behaviour - What Are Kids Telling Us?</p><p>(12:58) - PDA w/ Dr. Hilda Ho</p><p>(21:26) - Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS) w/ Brooke Rea</p><p>(28:02) - Play & Belonging For All: The London Children’s Museum</p><p>(36:08) - Collaboration In Care w/ OutGrow Therapeutics</p><p>(41:41) - Play Is The Point</p><p>(48:15) - Favourite Moments!</p><p>(59:31) - Thank You!</p><p>(01:00:40) - Bloopers</p><p>****</p><p>Visit<a href="https://thesensorysupply.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> The Sensory Supply</a> for the best in sensory products to soothe, stimulate, and inspire.</p><p>Learn about our clinic<a href="https://www.elemenoe.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Elemenoe</a> where we work to reach milestones together through speech, language, behaviour & learning.</p><p>Visit<a href="https://neurodiversallyspeaking.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> neurodiversallyspeaking.com</a> for all podcast & show info:</p><p><strong>Follow us:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/neurodiversallyspeaking" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a></li><li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/neurodiversallyspeaking" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Facebook</a></li><li><a href="https://x.com/neurodiverspeak" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">X</a></li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsK5EmV4nDSjUSjIcjGTTeA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">YouTube</a></li><li><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@neurodiversallyspeaking" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">TikTok</a></li></ul><br/><p><strong>Contact:</strong></p><p>Have a question or a topic that you'd love to hear on the show? Get in touch with us at hello@neurodiversallyspeaking.com</p>
June 29, 2026
When It's Not Just Picky Eating: ARFID w/ Autism Out Loud
<p>Welcoming back one of our favourite guests, Mercedes Palermo - founder of <a href="https://www.instagram.com/autismoutloud/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Autism Out Loud</a>.</p><p>Mercedes is a registered nurse and dedicated mom to her autistic daughter who has an ARFID diagnoses (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder). Throughout our conversation, Mercedes shares her family's journey with ARFID while highlighting the challenges that many individuals with ARFID face on a daily basis and how adjusting expectations around eating can transform mealtimes from a battlefield into a more peaceful & positive experience.</p><p>Get ready to gather some practical tips that could make a world of difference for parents and caregivers navigating the tricky waters of ARFID & selective eating.</p><p><strong>Timestamps:</strong></p><p>(01:35) - Welcome & Introduction</p><p>(15:37) - Welcome Mercedes</p><p>(20:42) - Food Challenges with ARFID</p><p>(34:01) - Family Dynamics and Eating Challenges</p><p>(43:27) - Back To Us! </p><p>(51:02) - The Importance of Evaluation in Feeding Therapy</p><p>(58:01) - ARFID: A Neuro-Affirming Approach to Feeding</p><p>(01:10:45) - New Approaches in Feeding Interventions</p><p>(01:20:41) - Are We Making Progress?</p><p><strong>Mentioned In This Episode:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://bitesfeedingtherapy.com/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Behavioural Integrated with Speech approach, known as BITES®</a></li><li><a href="https://hollandbloorview.ca/research-education/teaching-learning-institute/evidence-care/knowledge-translation/neurodevelopmental-disorder-feeding-resourceswhat-arfid " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) Resource</a></li></ul><br/><p>Follow Autism Out Loud:</p><ul><li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/autismoutloud" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@autismoutloud</a></li><li>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555221249724" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Autism Out Loud</a></li></ul><br/><p>****</p><p>Visit<a href="https://thesensorysupply.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> The Sensory Supply</a> for the best in sensory products to soothe, stimulate, and inspire.</p><p>Learn about our clinic<a href="https://www.elemenoe.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Elemenoe</a> where we work to reach milestones together through speech, language, behaviour & learning.</p><p>Visit<a href="https://neurodiversallyspeaking.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> neurodiversallyspeaking.com</a> for all podcast & show info:</p><p><strong>Follow us:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/neurodiversallyspeaking" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a></li><li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/neurodiversallyspeaking" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Facebook</a></li><li><a href="https://x.com/neurodiverspeak" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">X</a></li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsK5EmV4nDSjUSjIcjGTTeA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">YouTube</a></li><li><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@neurodiversallyspeaking" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">TikTok</a></li></ul><br/><p><strong>Contact:</strong></p><p>Have a question or a topic that you'd love to hear on the show? Get in touch with us at hello@neurodiversallyspeaking.com</p>
June 15, 2026
Inclusion & Building Community w/ Ability Hive
<p>Today, we're sitting down with Kim Vincent, Co-Founder of Ability Hive to learn about how one family's journey inspired a new wave of inclusivity.</p><p>Ability Hive is a Canadian retail business based just outside Ottawa that focuses on sensory and therapeutic tools for individuals with disabilities and diverse sensory needs. Inspired by his journey as a parent to two neurodivergent children, Kim is passionate about creating inclusive solutions that support families and caregivers. Through Ability Hive, he combines lived experience with entrepreneurship to make a meaningful impact in the disability community.</p><p><strong>Timestamps:</strong></p><p>(01:34) - Welcome</p><p>(02:50) - Meet Kim</p><p>(04:43) - Our Family's Early Journey</p><p>(14:49) - Our First Accessible Halloween Event</p><p>(27:12) - Community and Support for Neurodivergent Adults</p><p>(33:38) - Our Focus On Quality Products</p><p>(42:23) - We're Opening a Physical Store!</p><p>(47:06) - The Challenges of Parenting and Business</p><p>(54:06) - Creating Community Through Thoughtful Design</p><p>(56:57) - Dreaming Big: Future Ideas</p><p><strong>Mentioned In This Episode:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.treataccessibly.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Accessible Halloween Event Information</a></li><li><a href="https://abilityhive.ca/collections/gross-motor/products/bouncy-board-by-bouncyband" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bouncy Board by Bouncyband</a></li></ul><br/><p><strong>Follow Ability Hive:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Instagram: </strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/abilityhive/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@abilityhive</a></li><li><strong>Facebook: </strong><a href="https://www.facebook.com/abilityhive/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@abilityhive</a></li><li><strong>Tiktok: </strong><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@abilityhive" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@abilityhive</a></li><li><strong>LinkedIn: </strong><a href="https://ca.linkedin.com/company/abilityhive" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@abilityhive</a></li><li><strong>Website:</strong> <u><a href="http://abilityhive.ca" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">abilityhive.ca</a></u></li></ul><br/><p>****</p><p>Visit<a href="https://thesensorysupply.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> The Sensory Supply</a> for the best in sensory products to soothe, stimulate, and inspire.</p><p>Learn about our clinic<a href="https://www.elemenoe.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Elemenoe</a> where we work to reach milestones together through speech, language, behaviour & learning.</p><p>Visit<a href="https://neurodiversallyspeaking.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> neurodiversallyspeaking.com</a> for all podcast & show info:</p><p><strong>Follow us:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/neurodiversallyspeaking" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a></li><li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/neurodiversallyspeaking" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Facebook</a></li><li><a href="https://x.com/neurodiverspeak" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">X</a></li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsK5EmV4nDSjUSjIcjGTTeA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">YouTube</a></li><li><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@neurodiversallyspeaking" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">TikTok</a></li></ul><br/><p><strong>Contact:</strong></p><p>Have a question or a topic that you'd love to hear on the show? Get in touch with us at hello@neurodiversallyspeaking.com</p>
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