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.
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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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Twitch:
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IHeartRadio.com
https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-autism-live-51537613/
Audible:
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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.
Ask Dr Doreen 9.9.25: What is Recovery? (Part 2)

Today world renowned autism expert Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh answers questions from the audience about last week’s Autism and Recovery show. What does “Recovery” mean? What is the controversy around the term and where does it stem from? Why did the term come into being? You may be surprised to hear what this term means, what it doesn’t mean, and what impact does this term have on today’s autism community. The conversation continues!
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 9.9.25: What does “Recovery” mean? (PART2)

Today world renowned autism expert Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh answers questions from the audience about last week’s Autism and Recovery show. What does “Recovery” mean? What is the controversy around the term and where does it stem from? Why did the term come into being? You may be surprised to hear what this term means, what it doesn’t mean, and what impact does this term have on today’s autism community. The conversation continues!
All Ghouls Gala 10.25.25!

Autism Care Today invites you to a frightfully fun evening at their 4th Annual ALL GHOULS GALA!
Join us on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 7:00pm for an eerie-sistible evening at the 4th Annual All Ghouls Gala! Get your costume ready because it’s time to party with all the ghouls in town at our in-person Halloween event! Expect a night full of spooky fun, creepy cocktails, and a monster mash on the dance floor.
Link Tree
https://linktr.ee/AutismLive
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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Autism Live 9.3.25: Judi Uttal

Autism in Entertainment has been moving and shaking since they were last on the show. Judith Uttal and Marlen Sharpe join Shannon to talk about all of the amazing work they have been able to do in the last few months. Plus there is a new Fun Raiser you may want to be involved in! The jargon of the day is Functional Communication.
