Today’s Autistic Moment: A Podcast for Autistic Adults by An Autistic Adult Philip King-Lowe

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Daren Howard and Philip discuss the intersections of Autistic, Bisexual, other sexual identities, by sharing personal experiences of challenges and self-acceptance. They will emphasize the importance of intersectionality and inclusivity within the Autistic Community and beyond, advocating for Autistic Pride and acceptance in the queer communities. Our advocacy must be inclusive of all intersecting communities to be effective. Join Daren and Philip for this very comprehensive conversation.



This episode includes candid conversations around sexuality that may not be appropriate for all audiences. Listener discretion is advised.


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AJ and Philip discuss the importance of addressing anger management in Intersectional Autistic Adults Communities by stressing the need for safe spaces & personalized approaches. We will explore the subjects of gaslighting, internalized oppression, and anger in marginalized communities, highlighting the importance of recognizing and validating emotions & experiences. We will underline the need for community support, self-advocacy, and strategies for managing PTSD. Finally, we will talk about incorporating the need for Autistic led initiatives and investing in those spaces to empower Autistic Individuals.


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Autism Month is over. So many Autistic Adults are exhausted from the negative conversations about Autism. The issues of prejudice, refusal to listen to the Autistic Adults, abuse, neglect, rejection, and the ads about "curing Autism" leave us with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Silas Zacharias from Queensland, Australia joins Philip for an insightful conversation about the history of PTSD and how it impacts Autistic Adults and our Intersectional Communities.


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Holt Mills is a graduating senior at the Minnesota Independence College & Community. Holt will tell us about his chosen major, and what being educated at a college and community that accepts him as an Autistic
has prepared him for the career and challenges of his life going forward.  Holt will also share with us what graduation in May means for him.







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Autistics are discovering that we are part of a unique culture and language while we strive for acceptance that opens up possibilities that are not limited by the ableism of DSM criteria.  Rachel Cullen is an Autistic, independent consultant, and advocate in Brighton, England who has been researching their Autistic Language Hypothesis. Together with our intersectional communities, we will challenge stereotypes, promote acceptance, and ensure that Autistic voices are heard. 




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Autistic women are emerging with vitality to add their voices to the Neurodiversity Movement.  No where is this more clear than AutisticaPalooza, an upcoming 2 1/2-day conference for and by Autistic women with a speaker line up dominated by Autistic women.  Nigel Rising, Esq.,
founded Autistic Women Emerging (AWE), the event organizer, for the purpose of engaging activities that will reduce the suicide rate of Autistic women.






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