Princess and the Pea Podcast

Annie Crowe
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This podcast celebrates the unique ways neurodivergent people experience the world. Each episode is packed with insights, stories, and strategies to help you navigate life as an Autistic, ADHD, 2e, or other neurodivergent individual. Whether you're neurodivergent or an ally, this podcast is your guide to fostering true inclusion and belonging.

  1. 08/23/2024

    15 | Affirming Neurodivergent Experiences with Amanda Morin

    In this episode of 'The Princess and the Pea Podcast,' host Annie Crowe re-introduces Amanda Morin (back from season 1!), a neurodiversity and educational consultant and author of the forthcoming book, 'Neurodiversity Affirming Schools.' Together, they discuss the complexities of proving neurodivergence and the importance of creating inclusive environments. They also explore the 'double empathy problem,' emphasising the need for mutual understanding between neurodivergent and neuronormative perspectives. The conversation underscores the critical role of empathy, curiosity, and validation in supporting neurodivergent individuals. 00:32 Welcome to Princess and the Pea Podcast 02:15 Meet Amanda Morin 04:20 The Absurdity of Proving Neurodivergence 06:58 Challenges in Diagnosis and Advocacy 14:43 The Importance of Self-Advocacy and Access Needs 27:29 Navigating Empathy and Discomfort 28:44 Understanding the Double Empathy Problem 29:32 Communication Challenges Between Neurotypes 33:32 The Burden of Education and Burnout 37:10 Creating Neurodiversity Affirming Environments 42:11 Sensory Overload and Its Impact 47:26 The Double Empathy Solution 53:54 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Pre-order book! "Neurodiversity-Affirming Schools: Transforming Practices so All Students Feel Accepted and Supported" from Free Spirit Publishing here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D81QWSX8/ Connect with Amanda: https://www.amandamorin.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandamorin/ https://www.instagram.com/amandarmorin https://www.threads.net/@amandarmorin https://www.facebook.com/AmandaMorinTeaches https://learningforward.org/journal/reaching-all-learners/is-your-school-welcoming-to-neurodiverse-students/

    55 min

  2. 08/14/2024

    14 | Healthcare Bias, Fat Activism, and Neurodivergence with Nicola Salmon

    This episode of the Princess in the Pea podcast, features a conversation with Nicola Salmon, a UK-based fat-positive fertility coach, who talks about her work supporting fat individuals seeking fertility support and challenging weight bias in the healthcare system. Annie and Nicola delve into topics like the stigmatisation of larger bodies, navigating the healthcare system, the importance of bodily autonomy, and the intersection of neurodivergence and health. The episode emphasises that everyone deserves appropriate, respectful, and evidence-based care regardless of their size or neurotype. 00:28 Welcome 02:05 Introducing Nicola Salmon 04:46 Nicola's Journey with PCOS and Fat Activism 05:35 The Impact of Diet Culture on Fertility 06:41 Transition to Fertility Coaching 07:40 Embracing Fat Acceptance 09:28 Challenges in Healthcare for Larger Bodies 12:35 Personal Experiences with Diet Culture 20:30 The Reality of Thin Privilege 28:10 Nicola's ADHD Journey 29:22 Exploring ADHD and Self-Diagnosis 30:17 Mental Health Challenges Post-Pregnancy 30:47 Life Transitions and Executive Functioning 32:07 PTSD and ADHD Overlap 33:52 Eating Disorders and Neurodivergence 36:12 Navigating Medical Bias and Advocacy 40:14 Fertility Treatment and Systemic Bias 53:10 The Importance of Self-Advocacy 56:30 Final Thoughts Nicola Salmon https://nicolasalmon.co.uk/ https://nicolasalmon.co.uk/fat-and-fertile-book/ https://nicolasalmon.co.uk/fat-and-fertile-podcast/ https://www.instagram.com/fatpositivefertility/ https://www.facebook.com/Fatpositivefertility/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicola-salmon-98683216/?originalSubdomain=uk

    58 min

  3. 06/08/2023

    13 | Long COVID & the Autistic Community

    Welcome back! Season 2 is here!!! 🥳 Episode 13 We kick off with a huge episode where Annie talks to Autistic Physician Dr Mel Houser (she/they) about how long COVID is impacting the Autistic community and why understanding Autistic physiology is key to neuroaccessible and inclusive healthcare. Sponsor by Yellow Ladybugs This episode is proudly sponsored by Yellow Ladybugs with the support of the Victorian Government. Time Stamps 01:19 Intro 03:14 Celebrating Yellow Ladybugs (show sponsor) 04:11 Annie's comments on neuroaccessible conferences NOTHING ABOUT US. Period. 06:44 GIVEAWAY!!! 09:07 Start of Annie and Mel's chat about: - Autistic Health - Long COVID - Mast Cells - Chronic Illness - Pacing - Trauma - Burnout - Anxiety - Privilege - Neuronormativity - and more! 62:52 Annie's Wrap Up Guest: Dr Mel Houser Follow Dr Mel Houser's incredible work and ABB community at All Brains Belong. Instagram: @allbrainsbelongvt Facebook: @allbrainsbelongvt Here is the guide on pacing Dr Mel talks about on the show. PATP Academy Launching June 2023 Want to hear more about PATP Academy? Sign up for our mailing list for exclusive launch updates here. GIVEAWAY! If you'd like to win your own FREE copy of Supporting Autistic Girls & Gender Diverse Youth you can enter the giveaway by 30 June 2023 via Instagram @princessandthepeapodcast and @yellowladybugs_autism If you simply cannot wait, you can buy your copy here or on Amazon here. Follow and connect with Annie Join Annie's monthly newsletter here. Until next time, many spoons! x

    1h 5m

  4. 05/13/2023

    12 | Shiny Ball Syndrome

    Season 1 finale!!! Where did the time go?! In part 2 of Annie's stimulating chat with the ausome Frances Brennan, an Autistic ADHD Speechie (aka Speech Pathologist), we end season 1 with a BANG! Annie and Frances discuss everything from info dumping, masking, people pleasing, driving with ADHD, memory, distractions, exposure therapy, dysregulation, assuming competency, labels, and more on divergent eating. Frances shares her frustration with the deficit-based language needed for NDIS reports and does something SO exciting! Stay tuned till the end to find out more. This is exactly why advocacy matters and why we need to keep these conversations going. Enjoy! x Show notes: www.princessandthepeapodcast.com #StrongerTogether #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs

    1h 19m

  5. 05/13/2023

    11 | Eating Disorders & Neurodivergence

    Annie Crowe chats to the insightful and delightful Frances Brennan, an Autistic ADHD Speechie (aka Speech Pathologist) about her experience with disordered eating from a neurodiversity lens.  In part 1 of 2 jam-packed episodes, Annie and Frances discuss everything from defining disordered eating to autistic communication differences, diet culture, weight stigma, autistic rules-based thinking, ADHD dopamine seeking, medical gaslighting, harmful psychological practices, sensory differences, social context of eating, PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance), late diagnosis, speech pathology in practice and so much more! Together, they highlight the importance of understanding how neurodivergent brains see and interpret the world in a healthcare context, including defining what "ideal" eating disorder recovery really looks like for neurodivergent people. Given eating disorders and mental health care is one of Annie's special interests, you will not want to miss this! She enjoyed talking to Frances SO much that they have a double episode - this is what happens with two AuDHDers share their passion for helping people. Yay! Enjoy! x Show notes: www.princessandthepeapodcast.com Please Stay Safe If you need more support please call the Butterfly Helpline on 1800 33 4673 In an emergency call 000

    1h 16m

  6. 05/13/2023

    10 | Neurodiversity & Allyship

    Annie chats with Natalie Phillips-Mason, a change management professional and, more importantly, an ally to neurodivergent people everywhere.  Annie and Natalie discuss everything from the importance of language, overt allyship, disclosure difficulties, and so much more! We touch on some hard topics that definitely need more conversations. Enjoy! x Show notes: www.princessandthepeapodcast.com

    58 min

  7. 05/13/2023

    9 | Autistic Mothers Group

    Annie talks with Claudia (an OT at Autism SA) and fellow new-ish mama about trying to support Autistic mothers! Enjoy! x Show notes: www.princessandthepeapodcast.com

    1h 23m

  8. 05/13/2023

    8 | ADHD Motherhood and Money

    Annie chats with the wonderful Tina @theADHDaccountant about late diagnosis, motherhood and money! In the first part of this episode, Tina shares how she discovered her own neurodivergence after her son was diagnosed. And the wonderful self-acceptance and understanding a diagnosis (or self-identification) can bring. Then Annie and Tina talk about parenting with ADHD and all the joys and struggles. And how much easier it is to work and live when you understand your divergent brain and can then accommodate it and stop fighting and hiding your neurodivergent traits. Finally, they get into the money with budgets and impulse spending. Annie shares a shameful story from her past! Shhh! Enjoy! x Show notes: www.princessandthepeapodcast.com

    1h 7m
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This podcast celebrates the unique ways neurodivergent people experience the world. Each episode is packed with insights, stories, and strategies to help you navigate life as an Autistic, ADHD, 2e, or other neurodivergent individual. Whether you're neurodivergent or an ally, this podcast is your guide to fostering true inclusion and belonging.

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  • Creator
    Annie Crowe
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2024 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Princess and the Pea Podcast

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