Meet My Autistic Brain

The Autistic Woman™
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What is it like to find out late in life that you are autistic? The Autistic Woman talks about life experiences and how autistic traits affect her as an adult. You'll hear personal stories, opinions about research and the importance of autistic voices. Includes some fun stuff too and interviews of autistic guests! This podcast is primarily for adult autistics and their family and friends. It's one of the top 0.5% most popular shows globally as ranked by Listen Score with more than 1,000,000 downloads.

  1. 3d ago

    Rerun: Mindfulness That Actually Works for Autistics

    In this episode you’ll hear from Tanya Roberts about Mindfulness Done Differently. For those of us who find meditation and mindfulness difficult Tanya has a solution. She teaches a method that works for autistic people by taking sensory needs into account. She also created a supportive community of other autistics who are learning and practicing these skills. Next, Tanya answers four unique questions about being an autistic woman. She shares deeply personal insights about her life now and before knowing she is autistic.  Website: Mindfulness Done Differently Support the show RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1.2 million downloads! If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a guest suggestion email me at info@theautisticwoman.com. Instagram Ko-fi, PayPal, Patreon Linktree Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website June 24-28, 2026 In Rewilding Together

    24 min

  2. Jun 16

    We Deserve More: Why Reproductive Healthcare is Broken--And What You Can Do About It

    The medical system wasn't built for women who ask too many questions, need more time, or leave an exam still wanting answers. As a result many women have learned not to trust their bodies and their needs. Nikki Vinckier, a Physician’s Assistant, spent a decade working in medical care before she decided to write the manual it didn’t come with. This conversation is not just about what's broken, but about what you can actually do about it before your next appointment. In this episode you’ll hear: How the history of reproductive healthcare still shows up in exam rooms todayWhat medical gaslighting is and why autistic women are especially vulnerableWhy a clinician can’t address your health issues during your annual exam How to communicate symptoms when the one-to-ten scale makes no sense for your brainThe approach that gets you care in an autistic-friendly environmentWhat trauma-informed care looks like in practice Why you don't have to disclose that you're autistic, and what to say insteadGrounding techniques for exam rooms and waiting roomsNikki's book: We Deserve More: Why Health Care is Broken and What You Can Do About It  The We Deserve More Workbook: A Companion for Navigating Your Reproductive Healthcare Take Back Trust: Nikki's platform for visit prep, reproductive health information, and combating medical misinformation.  Find Nikki: All social media platforms at @NikkiVinck Support the show RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1.2 million downloads! If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a guest suggestion email me at info@theautisticwoman.com. Instagram Ko-fi, PayPal, Patreon Linktree Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website June 24-28, 2026 In Rewilding Together

    38 min

  3. Jun 8

    The Path from Coping to Flourishing

    Allie Memery never imagined that a late autism diagnosis at age 57 could be the launching pad for a whole new, satisfying life. In this episode she talks about the thing that became her special interest, the path to self-regulation and the social life that she couldn’t have expected. She did it all while handling menopause, taking care of her aging mother and facing her own personal challenges.  Alllie talks candidly about: How menopause amplified her sensory sensitivities long before she had any framework to understand whyThe physical toll of years of unaccommodated autistic needs — and how the body keeps scoreWhat it took to actually slow down when you've masked for decadesThe unexpected source of regulation and community she discovered after her diagnosisHow her life was changed by a nature-inspired special interestThe peer support she now offers other late-diagnosed adults, and why she built it the way she didThis one is practical, honest, and genuinely warm — exactly what you want from someone who's a few steps ahead on a path you might just be starting. Support the show RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1.2 million downloads! If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a guest suggestion email me at info@theautisticwoman.com. Instagram Ko-fi, PayPal, Patreon Linktree Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website June 24-28, 2026 In Rewilding Together

    40 min

  4. May 25

    A Model for Thriving as an Autistic Adult

    What does thriving actually look like for a late-diagnosed autistic adult? Alexis Kruel gives a pretty specific answer from a life of contradictions. Alexis is a commercial model and actor who was diagnosed autistic at 53 and ADHD shortly after. But this isn't really a diagnosis story. It's a story about what happens when your whole life suddenly plays back differently, and every awkward moment, every friendship that went cold, every dinner party you wanted to escape, finally makes sense. She's built a life that genuinely fits her brain. In this conversation she talks about how she did it — and what she'd tell anyone who's still figuring that out. In this episode: The video that stopped her cold and started everythingSensory life in the 70s — polyester, crinolines, a doomed trip to Stride RiteWhy she was simultaneously popular yet seen as “different”How the fear of being seen inspired her to become a modelHow two autistic people built a marriage that works — and why she thinks that's not an accidentHer advice for finding your comfort after late diagnosisFind Alexis:  Instagram & TikTok: @alexiskruel_official  YouTube & Facebook: Alexis Kruel Alexis Kruel website Resources mentioned: @whileyouwonderau theartofautism.com Prosper Health — telehealth autism assessments for adults Support the show RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1.2 million downloads! If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a guest suggestion email me at info@theautisticwoman.com. Instagram Ko-fi, PayPal, Patreon Linktree Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website June 24-28, 2026 In Rewilding Together

    42 min

  5. May 18

    Hear again: Sound Sensitivity

    Have you ever felt like the world's volume is turned all the way up — and no one else seems to notice? For autistic people, sound sensitivity isn't just a quirk or an overreaction. It's a daily, exhausting reality. In this episode, you’ll hear what it actually feels like when everyday sounds become unbearable — and learn the science behind why it happens. In this episode: Why between 50–70% of autistic people experience sound sensitivity at some point in their livesThe elements of sound that can push an autistic brain into overdrive: frequency, duration, quantity, repetition, and volumeWhat's happening in your brain when a disturbing noise sends your nervous system into fight-or-flightWhy the common advice to "just get used to it" can actually make things worse for autistic peoplePractical tools and strategies that can help — from noise-canceling headphones to acoustic wall panels to earplug alternatives Meet My Autistic Brain is a podcast for late-discovered autistics and anyone who wants to understand what life on the spectrum really looks like — no filters, no sugarcoating. Listen, subscribe, and share with someone who needs to hear this one. Support the show RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1.2 million downloads! If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a guest suggestion email me at info@theautisticwoman.com. Instagram Ko-fi, PayPal, Patreon Linktree Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website June 24-28, 2026 In Rewilding Together

    16 min

  6. May 11

    Welcome to AuDHD: How to Survive and Thrive as an Adult with Autism and ADHD

    Did you know that AuDHD is its own unique experience, not just autism plus ADHD co-existing? In this episode Megan Griffith, author of Welcome to AuDHD: How to Survive and Thrive as an Adult with Autism and ADHD, gives us the inside look at AuDHD from her lived experience. Some of the things Megan talks about:  Why AuDHD is its own unique experience, not just autism plus ADHD stacked on top of each otherHow autism and ADHD can mask each other, leading to late or missed diagnosesPractical advice on employment, salary negotiation, and finding work that fuels rather than drains youWhy autism and ADHD are often misunderstood as behavioral issues instead of neurodevelopmental disabilitiesMisdiagnosis and what to look for in an autism/ADHD assessmentLearning to make accommodations instead of trying to “fix” yourselfWhy many autistic and ADHD people struggle with self-trustThere’s so much more! The book: Welcome to AuDHD: How to Survive and Thrive as an Adult with Autism and ADHD The Neurocuriousity Club Megan Griffith website  Support the show RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1.2 million downloads! If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a guest suggestion email me at info@theautisticwoman.com. Instagram Ko-fi, PayPal, Patreon Linktree Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website June 24-28, 2026 In Rewilding Together

    37 min

  7. May 4

    Special Episode: The Autistic Woman

    Something a little different this week! Natalie Diggins, former guest and author of the Autistic Adults Toolbox, reached out with a guest suggestion for the show — and that guest was me. So we turned the tables, and Natalie took over the hosting chair. In this episode, Natalie pulls back the curtain and asks the questions I usually ask everyone else. We talk about how and why I started this podcast as a sitting judge — anonymously, and with a lot of hope — and what it was like to finally have an explanation for a lifetime of feeling different. We also dig into the moment that changed everything for me, how my understanding of autism has shifted over the years, and what I've learned from the incredible guests and listeners who have been part of this journey. We also get into: What it's like to keep your autistic identity private when your whole life requires maskingWhy I don't think we can "learn our way out of" autism — and why that's actually okayThe episodes and topics that have resonated most with listenersNavigating jury duty as an autistic personWhat's coming up next for the showSupport the show: Leave a five-star review on Apple PodcastsComment or ask a question on SpotifySupport on [Patreon / Ko-Fi / PayPal]Share this episode with someone who will benefit Support the show RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1.2 million downloads! If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a guest suggestion email me at info@theautisticwoman.com. Instagram Ko-fi, PayPal, Patreon Linktree Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website June 24-28, 2026 In Rewilding Together

    28 min

  8. Apr 27

    Friendship Skills for Neurodivergent Adults

    Let’s be honest. You’re tired of friendships not working out and convinced they never will. Maybe you don’t try anymore and who could blame you? But don’t give up before you hear this episode with Caroline Maguire, author of the just-released book, Friendship Skills for Neurodivergent Adults. This is not the same old advice we hear. These are step-by-step details about how to make it happen. From walking into a room full of strangers to keeping a friendship going Caroline tells us how to leverage our neurodivergent traits. Ready to learn how to be a good friend? Listen now.  Caroline's website The book: Friendship Skills for Neurodivergent Adults Caroline's YouTube Channel Support the show RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1.2 million downloads! If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a guest suggestion email me at info@theautisticwoman.com. Instagram Ko-fi, PayPal, Patreon Linktree Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website June 24-28, 2026 In Rewilding Together

    47 min
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What is it like to find out late in life that you are autistic? The Autistic Woman talks about life experiences and how autistic traits affect her as an adult. You'll hear personal stories, opinions about research and the importance of autistic voices. Includes some fun stuff too and interviews of autistic guests! This podcast is primarily for adult autistics and their family and friends. It's one of the top 0.5% most popular shows globally as ranked by Listen Score with more than 1,000,000 downloads.

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  • Creator
    The Autistic Woman™
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    230
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Meet My Autistic Brain
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    Meet My Autistic Brain

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