Autism Live 10.15.25: Megan Dolan

On Today’s show Shannon talks with Megan Dolan about her one-woman show and trajectory and rebranding of the show from Lemur Mom to Not the Right Mom. After a 3 year hiatus the show now has new and deeper relevance at this current moment in time. Find out about upcoming shows and ticket info. Today’s jargon is LRE!
Ask Dr. Doreen 10.14.25: Treating Autism by Individual

Autism treatment is supposed to be based on the individual, their needs, their learning style, their sensory experience. Too often the individual is neglected in the process of their own treatment. World renowned autism expert Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh discusses why individual treatment is essential. Live questions on this and other topics are taken from viewers around the world.
00:15:21 Why can’t my IEP be based on my son’s needs the way his ABA is?
00:27:33 How can help my son who sticks things in his ear?
00:34:04 How have sub types of autism changed the way kids are being treated?
00:40:09 Do you think Ai is improving autism treatment or making it more cookie cutter and less individual?
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The advice and opinions expressed by the host of Autism Live and her guests are meant solely as suggestion and should not be in any way construed as child-specific advice. Any choices you make in determining your child’s treatment are completely at your own discretion.
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Ask Dr. Doreen 10.14.25: Treating Autism Based on Individual Needs

Autism treatment is supposed to be based on the individual, their needs, their learning style, their sensory experience. Too often the individual is neglected in the process of their own treatment. World renowned autism expert Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh discusses why individual treatment is essential. Live questions on this and other topics are taken from viewers around the world.
Ask Dr Doreen 9.30.25: Functional Communication

On today’s show Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh responds to the recent press conference on Tylenol and Leucovorin. You will not want to miss her response. For parents who are confused, concerned, or feeling grief, this is the measured response you have been looking for. Dr. Granpeesheh also answers questions about gaining functional communication.
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Order the book written by the host of Autism Live, Shannon Penrod! https://www.amazon.com/Autism-Parent-Sanity-Saving-Spectrum/dp/1949177858
The advice and opinions expressed by the host of Autism Live and her guests are meant solely as suggestion and should not be in any way construed as child-specific advice. Any choices you make in determining your child’s treatment are completely at your own discretion.
Check out our Podcast!
Apple Podcast:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/autism-live/id827968203
Twitch:
https://www.twitch.tv/autismlivepodcast
Spotify:
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IHeartRadio.com
https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-autism-live-51537613/
Audible:
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Autism Live 10.1.25: Fred Melamed

On Today’ show Shannon welcomes actor and father Fred Melamed for a frank discussion about raising children to become adults and the world they have now inherited. How are current policies impacting the autism community and the adults on the spectrum we love. Fred is known for speaking his mind and calling it like he sees it, so this is a show not to be missed.
Ask Dr. Doreen 9.30.25: Functional Communication

Join us at 10am PST to hear Dr. Doreen and Shannon discuss the topic: Functional Communication.
Autism Live 9.17.25: Sam Mitchell

On Today’s show Shannon welcomes Sam Mitchell, an entrepreneur, podcast host, and motivational speaker who lives with autism, using his platform, Autism Rocks and Rolls to challenge the stigma surrounding autism by promoting self-acceptance and celebrating neurodiversity. Sam talks with Shannon about Autism in the Workplace, Mental Health, and much more. Today’s jargon is stimming.
Ask Dr. Doreen 9.16.25: How are treatment hours determined?

In this episode Dr. Doreena and Shannon discuss how treatment hours for ABA are determined.
Link Tree
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Order the book written by the host of Autism Live, Shannon Penrod! https://www.amazon.com/Autism-Parent-Sanity-Saving-Spectrum/dp/1949177858
The advice and opinions expressed by the host of Autism Live and her guests are meant solely as suggestion and should not be in any way construed as child-specific advice. Any choices you make in determining your child’s treatment are completely at your own discretion.
Check out our Podcast!
Apple Podcast:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/autism-live/id827968203
Twitch:
https://www.twitch.tv/autismlivepodcast
Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/0TXbDFs8cLP0UQbNVqHThf?si=VbEfw4_oRjqJY3vK2pgmFg
IHeartRadio.com
https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-autism-live-51537613/
Audible:
https://www.audible.com/pd/Autism-Live-Podcast/B08JJN7B28?qid=1611965289&sr=1-1&ref=a_search_c3_lProduct_1_1&pf_rd_p=83218cca-c308-412f-bfcf-90198b687a2f&pf_rd_r=M68PFW27AP000G4N9CCJ
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Ask Dr. Doreen 9.16.25: How are treatment hours decided?

In this episode, Dr. Doreen discusses how treatment hours are decided.
Autism Live 9.10.25: What our children lost in COVID.

On Today’s show Shannon discusses what our children lost during the COVID lockdown and how to help them to be caught up! Let’s face it, all of our kids lost different things, but they all have one thing is common – They LOST OPPORTUNITIES. We can choose to ignore this or we can help to catch them up by giving them more FUN opportunities.