Join Navah and Matt Asner as they discuss topics relating to the world of autism and family. Navah and Matt have six children. 3 who are autistic. They are the founders of the Ed Asner Family Center. A center that provides arts and vocational enrichments and counseling services and support groups to special needs individuals and their families.
A Childhood Story Of Learning Differences And Survival
Send us Fan Mail A single sentence from a teacher can echo for decades: “He just doesn’t get it.” We decided to go backwards today and share a raw piece of childhood memoir about what it feels like to be the kid who can laugh on the playground but falls apart in the classroom, where the rules seem written in a language you never learned. We talk through the slow build of shame in fourth and fifth grade, including public progress reports, old school discipline, and how humiliation spreads whe...
1 Apr 2026
Asking For Help Can Save A Family
Send us Fan Mail Silence can sound like “I’m fine,” but for many autism parents and special needs caregivers, it’s actually anxiety, depression, grief, and burnout stacking up day after day. We sit down for a Mental Health Awareness Month Ed Talk to say the quiet part out loud: mental health deserves the same urgency and compassion as physical health, and getting support is not a weakness. We’re joined by Ed Asner Family Center clinicians Chrisa Sadd, LMFT and Michelle Tapia, LMFT, plus auti...
14 Aug 2025
From Autism Diagnosis to Poetic Expression: Emily Grodin's Remarkable Journey
Valerie Gilpeer interviews Emily Grodin about her journey from autism diagnosis to poetic expression through facilitated communication, unlocking her voice after years of limited verbal interaction.
1 Aug 2025
Encore: Breaking Barriers: Autism in the Voice Acting Industry
Voice actor Phil LaMarr and Disney casting directors Jennifer Trujillo and Colleen O'Donnell explore opportunities for autistic performers in the voice acting industry in this interview.
24 Jul 2025
Encore- Authentic Voices: "As We See It" Cast on Representation
Creator Jason Katims and the cast of "As We See It" discuss the importance of authentic representation in media by casting autistic actors, which fosters understanding and acceptance in this interview.
10 Jul 2025
The Connor Connection: Autism, Love, and Family Bonds
Lise Smith discusses raising Connor Tomlinson and navigating neurodivergent relationships with Matt Asner and Navah Asner, highlighting authentic parenting and sharing family stories in this interview.
29 May 2025
Anxiety, Autism, and Finding Your Way
Navah Brady shares her personal experiences with anxiety disorders, including a panic attack at Dodger Stadium, revealing the challenges neurodivergent individuals encounter in everyday life; this is a personal narrative.
17 May 2025
We're growing our family-centered autism community one episode at a time
Send us a text Step into the chaotic, loving world of Matt Asner and Navah Paskowitz-Asner as they bring you the sixth episode of The Brady Bunch of Autism from their home base at the Ed Asner Family Center. The couple brims with excitement, sharing that their academy for adults with autism has reached full capacity for the first time – a milestone achievement in their mission to provide meaningful support beyond high school years. Television takes center stage as Matt and Navah offer though...
17 Apr 2025
Target Talk: Celebrating Autistic Voices at the Ed Asner Family Center
Send us a text What makes an autism portrayal authentic and meaningful? Matt and Navah Asner dive into this compelling question while highlighting their favorite performances that got it right. From the groundbreaking ensemble cast of "As We See It" to Diane Kruger's nuanced character in "The Bridge," we explore what makes these portrayals resonate with both autistic and neurotypical viewers. The conversation tackles the ongoing debate about whether autistic characters should exclusively be ...
2 Apr 2025
Beyond Awareness: Why Autism Acceptance Matters in Today's World
Send us a text Autism has transformed from a diagnosis that affected 1 in 10,000 people to today's prevalence of 1 in 36. What does this dramatic shift mean for families, individuals, and our society? Hosts Matt and Navah Asner tackle this question head-on as they commemorate World Autism Acceptance Day with candid conversation about where we stand in 2025. The episode explores the complex divide within the autism community itself – between parents of children with profound autism requiring ...
27 Mar 2025
Fear, Flying, and Fighting the System: A Brady Bunch of Autism Journey
Send us a text Matt and Navah Asner sound the alarm on a critical issue that could devastate autism families nationwide. The hosts of "The Brady Bunch of Autism" break down how proposed cuts to Medicaid and the Department of Education would directly impact essential services for the autism community – from regional centers and special education to in-home support services and self-determination funding. "If it doesn't affect the people who are making these slashes, they don't really understa...
13 Mar 2025
Balancing Dreams and Reality: How We Learned to Listen to Our Autistic Son
Send us a text Parenting autistic children comes with unexpected twists and turns, especially when appearances don't match reality. In this deeply personal episode, we share the story of our son Wolfie, whose journey through the prestigious Berklee School of Music ended in crisis but ultimately led to profound growth and understanding. Wolfie always seemed to be our "easy" child with autism. Academically successful and apparently needing minimal support, we celebrated when he was accepted to...
26 Feb 2025
Welcome Back to the Brady Bunch of Autism: We Missed You!
Send us a text Get ready for an inspiring ride with Navah and Matt Asner in this new episode of "The Brady Bunch of Autism." After a hiatus, the hosts are thrilled to reconnect with their audience and share their powerful experiences navigating the world of autism. Drawing from their journey of being parents of six children in a blended family, they talk about the chaos, the laughter, and the unbreakable bonds that tie them to their community. As they reflect on their own lives, the Asners p...
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Emily Grodin
Phil LaMarr
Jennifer Trujillo
Colleen O'Donnell
Connor Tomlinson
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