Autism Live 2.28.24: Dr. Megan A. Neff
Shannon is joined by Dr. Megan Anna Neff to discuss her new book, Self-Care for Autistic People: 100+ Ways to Recharge, De-stress, and Unmask. Self-care is an essential component of a well-rounded life. Self-Care for Autistic People offers practical strategies for regulating emotions, identifying signs of burnout, forming healthy boundaries, and so much more. With […]
Autism Live Parent to Parent: ABA Basics
Shannon Penrod, author of Autism: Parent to Parent, gives a basic, but thorough talk about what ABA is, especially when used to treat autism. This is a talk that is geared toward parents but is also ideal for individuals who are on the spectrum and have heard negative things about ABA, to decern what is […]
Autism Live 2.19.24: Preview of the Concert for Autism Care Today
Shannon welcomes guests Katrina Aguilar and Brad Ellis who will both be performing at the Concert for Autism Care Today on Sunday February 25 at 5pm! Check out this episode!
Let’s Talk Movies February 2024
Moira and Shannon discuss their thoughts and feelings about the films, Poor Things, Anatomy of a Fall, Zone of Interest, Killers of the Flower Moon, Nyad, The Holdovers, and more. You won’t want to miss hearing about what they LOVED and what they HATED. Spoiler Alert: We may have to hose Shannon down, she has […]
Autism Live 2.5.24: Jargon of the Day- Neurodiversity and Guests Clifford Bell and George Steeves
Shannon talks with Cabaret performer, director and producer Clifford Bell about a new show he has coming up to benefit Autism Care Today! Clifford is joined by one of the performers featured in the Concert to Benefit Autism Care Today. George Steeves, well known for his one man shows discusses what he will be performing […]
Autism Live 1.31.24: Jargon of the Day: Sensory Diet and Special Guest Joshua Pitney
On this show Shannon Penrod welcomes Joshua Pitney. Joshua is an emerging filmmaker and a self-advocate. Joshua shares his journey from young childhood to now being a college student on a mission to create films that positively impact viewers. Shannon also shares the jargon of the day: Sensory Diet. Check out this episode!
Autism Live 1.29.24: M& J Games
What’s Next? Dr. Christopher Manente, Founding Executive Director of the Rutgers Center for Adult Autism Services joins Marlee Aversa, Founder and CEO of M&J Games to chat with Shannon about their collaboration on a new game called “What’s Next?” This unique game has much to offer individuals on the Spectrum, tune in to hear the […]
Autism Live 1.24.24: Jargon of the Day: CBT and Guest Dani Bowman
In this episode, Shannon discusses the Jargon of the Day: CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) Then, Dani Bowman, star of Love on the Spectrum US, talks with Shannon Penrod about Season 2 of Love on the Spectrum and her ongoing search for love. Dani is an accomplished animator with her own studio, Danimation Films. Dani also […]
Autism Live 1.22.24: Visit Anaheim
Shannon is joined by Emmy Award-Winning journalist Gabriela Teissier and Sue O’Shea the Senior Director of Marketing at Visit Anaheim. Visit Anaheim has taken the unprecedented step to become a Certified Autism Center™ (CAC), which is a designation granted by the International Board of Credentialling and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). IBCCES awards this credential to […]
Autism Live: 1.17.24 Special Guest Temple Grandin
Dr. Temple Grandin joins Shannon in this extended show to talk about identity, especially as it relates to career. Dr. Grandin also answers questions from viewers around the world. Check out this episode!