When Autism Grows Up

About When Autism Grows Up

We build adulting skills with autistic graduates and their families so they flourish on their own!

Publisher

Lynn C Davison

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

27 Jun 2023

Latest episode

28 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

67 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   28 Oct 2026

   Autism & Neurodiversity at Work: What Makes a Workplace a Good Fit? | Nat Hawley

   For many autistic and neurodivergent adults, getting hired is only part of the challenge. Finding a workplace where their strengths are valued, communication is clear, and support is available can make all the difference. In this episode, Lynn Davison sits down with Nathaniel Hawley, founder of Divergent Thinking, a UK neuroinclusion consultancy. Drawing on his lived experience of autism, dyslexia, and dyspraxia, an MSc in Applied Neuroscience, and years of workplace experience, Nat shares practical ways to help neurodivergent adults find meaningful work and help employers create environments where people can do their best. In this conversation, you'll learn: - How to recognize and communicate your strengths to employers - What to look for when choosing a neuroinclusive workplace - How a workplace passport can help explain your communication and support preferences - How to approach job interviews, workplace adjustments, and difficult conversations - Why employers should examine their systems before assuming the employee is the problem Whether you're an autistic job seeker, a parent supporting a young adult, or an employer who wants to do better, this conversation offers practical insights worth exploring. 🎙️ About Our Guest: Nathaniel (Nat) Hawley Nathaniel W. Hawley is the founder of Divergent Thinking, a UK-based neuro inclusion consultancy helping organizations recognize neurodivergent talent and create environments where different minds can thrive. Nat is also a TEDx speaker and has contributed to the BBC, Channel 4, and national radio. His mission is simple: make neuroinclusion practical, credible, and useful in everyday working life. Connect with Nat Hawley Explore his work at Divergent Thinking: https://divergentthinking.uk (https://divergentthinking.uk) Connect with Nat on LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/nwhawley (https://uk.linkedin.com/in/nwhawley) Watch Nat's TEDx Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fx2-VHDLJT0&t=2s (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fx2-VHDLJT0&t=2s) #autismandemployment #neurodiversityatwork #autisticadults #neuroinclusion #autism #autismintheworkplace #autisticjobseekers #neurodivergentadults

2. 

   14 Oct 2026

   Autistic Adulthood: 10 Lessons That Challenge What We Think We Know

   What do autistic young adults really need to build healthy, meaningful, self-directed lives? Is it getting a job, moving out, and doing everything independently? Or are we missing something much bigger? In this episode, Lynn Davison shares 10 important lessons from The Transmitter podcast series, When Autistic Kids Grow Up, hosted by Brady Huggett and Dr. Tempest McDonald. These lessons challenge some of our assumptions about autism, independence, and what it means to thrive in adulthood. The goal isn't to do everything alone. It's to build a life that works for you, with the support, confidence, and freedom to make meaningful choices. SHOW NOTES: 💜 Free Resources: Access the interview summary, transcript, Self-Determination Toolkit, and free self-guided course here: https://www.lynncdavison.com/autistic-adulthood-podcast-series-free-resources (https://www.lynncdavison.com/autistic-adulthood-podcast-series-free-resources) 💜 Meet Dr. Tempest McDonald: Learn more about her work and counseling services at https://spectrum-for-life-counseling.com (https://spectrum-for-life-counseling.com) 💜 Explore The Transmitter Podcast Series: Listen to When Autistic Kids Grow Up, hosted by Brady Huggett, featuring the story and research of Dr. Tempest McDonald: https://www.thetransmitter.org/when-autistic-kids-grow-up/ (https://www.thetransmitter.org/when-autistic-kids-grow-up/)

3. 

   14 Oct 2026

   What Autistic Young Adults Really Need to Thrive in Adulthood | Dr. T. A. (Tempest) McDonald

   What do autistic young adults really need to build healthy, meaningful, self-directed lives? In this powerful conversation, Lynn Davison sits down with Dr. Tempest McDonald, autistic researcher, counselor, and parent, to challenge some of the assumptions we make about autism, independence, and adulthood. They explore why traditional transition plans can miss important pieces, the difference between self-sufficiency and self-determination, and what can change when we focus on collaboration, supportive environments, health, and helping autistic young adults build lives that actually work for them. This is a thoughtful conversation about autistic adulthood, self-determination, health, relationships, collaboration, and what meaningful support can look like across a lifetime. If you’re a parent of an autistic young adult, an autistic adult yourself, or someone supporting neurodivergent people, I hope this conversation gives you new questions to ask and a more hopeful way to think about adulthood. SHOW NOTES: Free Resources: Access the interview summary, transcript, Self-Determination Toolkit, and free self-guided course here: https://www.lynncdavison.com/autistic-adulthood-podcast-series-free-resources (https://www.lynncdavison.com/autistic-adulthood-podcast-series-free-resources) Watch the YouTube interview here: https://youtu.be/dutWYo0FtoA (https://youtu.be/dutWYo0FtoA) Learn more about Dr. Tempest McDonald and Spectrum for Life Counseling: spectrum-for-life-counseling.com/ (spectrum-for-life-counseling.com/) Explore The Transmitter Podcast Series: Listen to When Autistic Kids Grow Up, hosted by Brady Huggett, featuring the story and research of Dr. Tempest McDonald: https://www.thetransmitter.org/when-autistic-kids-grow-up/ (https://www.thetransmitter.org/when-autistic-kids-grow-up/)

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