Uniquely Wired Podcast

About Uniquely Wired Podcast

We are clinical psychologists, educators, and program directors with over 50 years of combined experience in autism spectrum research and support. Through raising awareness and addressing key topics in the field, our goal is to inspire others to advocate for inclusive policies, evidence-based research, and comprehensive training. Andrew S. Rubin, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist and the Founder of the International Society for Autism (ISAresearch.org), as well as the Founder and CEO of New Directions for Young Adults (NDFYA.com). In August 2013, Dr. Rubin was appointed by the Governor to the Florida Department of Health Board of Psychology, where he served until August 2020, concluding his tenure as Chairman of the Board.

Publisher

Dr. Drew Rubin

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

2 May 2025

Latest episode

6 Nov 2025

Latest episodes

7 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   6 Nov 2025

   Episode 7-Andrew Taylor on Mentoring, Mental Health & the Power of the Outdoors

   Can nature and adventure help struggling young adults reset, heal, and find direction? On this episode of The Uniquely Wired Podcast, Andrew Taylor—founder of Pure Life Adventure and Octagon Mentoring—joins Dr. Rubin and Dr. Kellen to discuss how outdoor immersion, digital detox, and real-life challenge can accelerate confidence and emotional growth. Andrew shares key differences between wilderness therapy and transitional independent living models, a powerful story from the surf program in C...

2. 

   16 Sept 2025

   Episode 6-AI and the Future of Healthcare with Dr. Marco Rossi

   AI is transforming healthcare, but it can’t replace human expertise. Dr. Marco Rossi, an AI scientist with 20+ years of experience, joins Dr. Rubin and Dr. Kellen to discuss how AI can aid diagnosis and treatment—while warning against over-reliance. They highlight the need for human responsibility, the risk of losing essential skills, and why, as Dr. Kellen notes, “the human component is so important to sift through and diagnose correctly.” 3rd Annual Autism Research & Training Sym...

3. 

   24 Jul 2025

   Episode 5-From Control to Connection: Guiding Your Young Adult Toward Independence with Savannah Paponetti

   “As they get older, you have to learn to take steps back so that they can have that independence.” — Savannah Paponetti In this episode of the Uniquely Wired Podcast, Dr. Rubin and Dr. Kellen sit down with Savannah Paponetti, a licensed counselor and Assistant Clinical Director at NDFYA, to talk about how parents can best support their young adult children. They explore the balance between support and enabling, the shift from managing to mentoring, and why setting realistic expectations and b...

4. 

   1 Jul 2025

   Episode 4-Anxiety, Perfectionism, and the Truth About Hoarding with guest Dr. Greg Chasson

   Dr. Greg Chasson, a clinical psychologist, examines the origins of hoarding, its connections to anxiety, perfectionism, OCD, and autism, and dispels myths in an interview with Dr. Rubin and Dr. Kellen.

5. 

   17 Jun 2025

   Episode 3-The Changing Landscape of Therapeutic Programs with guest Josh Doyle

   Educational consultant Josh Doyle M.Ed. discusses the evolution of therapeutic programs and boarding schools with Dr. Rubin and Dr. Kellen, addressing rising mental health challenges in youth; this is an interview.

6. 

   26 May 2025

   Episode 2-The Power of Wilderness Therapy with guests Greg Hitchcock, Scott Hess, and Dr. Michael Kellen

   Greg Hitchcock, Scott Hess, and Dr. Michael Kellen discuss the healing power of wilderness therapy with Dr. Drew Rubin, revealing how nature promotes self-discovery and emotional growth in this interview.

7. 

   2 May 2025

   Episode 1-New Directions: Guiding Young Adults with Autism Into the World with guests Bobby Jividen and Dr. Michael Kellen

   Bobby Jividen and Dr. Michael Kellen discuss the difficulties young adults with autism encounter when moving into independent living, and Dr. Drew Rubin interviews them about family dynamics.

Who has been a guest on Uniquely Wired Podcast

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• Dr Greg Chasson
• Josh Doyle
• Greg Hitchcock
• Scott Hess
• Dr Michael Kellen

Reach and audience

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

3 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 9 / 100

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Quality

18

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

0

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