The Special Interest Pod

The Special Interest Podcast
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A space for autistic and neurodivergent identities to feel supported, seen and celebrated. Sharing stories, special interests and messages from the heart.

  1. FEB 6

    69 | Kaitlyn + Peter talk about navigating their neurodivergent relationship

    Welcome back to the pod space! In episode 69, we introduce the pod to Kaitlyn and Peter. They share about their relationship story, what it's like to be married and living together, while learning about their neurodivergent needs, and talk about how their special interests are often a way they connect. Oh to know someone, is to love someone!! This is such a sweet interview! Hope you enjoy! This episode was recorded quite a while ago, but we would love for everyone to know that Kaitlyn and Peter have also been volunteering to help us with some podcast tasks. We have always wanted to collaborate with the community and it means so much to us that they see our vision and are helping us build community!

    49 min
  2. 68 | Michelle shares autism journey, kaboose app, and true crime

    12/12/2025

    68 | Michelle shares autism journey, kaboose app, and true crime

    Welcome to the pod! In episode 68, Alex and Karly introduce Michelle Ridsdale, tuning in all the way from Australia! Michelle shares her journey of discovering she was autistic later in life through her children's diagnoses, how that sparked her creation of the kaboose app, and her special interests- true crime + her dogs! Thanks for listening3 -A+K Connect with Michelle + Kaboose to join others in neurodivergent connection and chat about special interests: https://www.kaboose.app IG: @kaboose_app Connect with us to share your stories, to join the community, or are in need of peer support- Email: pod.thespecialinterest@gmail.com To be a guest: guest.thespecialinterestpod@gmail.com IG: @thespecialinterestpod Music:Peter Filippi Join our Patreon: All tiers get access to monthly zoom events ~ patreon.com/TheSpecialInterestPodcast Discord: https://discord.gg/vn6RGPdqrT Need extra support? Contact us about 1:1 coaching! New episodes biweekly

    44 min
  3. 67 | Peter Navigates His Newly Found Autistic Self

    11/28/2025

    67 | Peter Navigates His Newly Found Autistic Self

    In episode 67, Karly introduces the pod to Peter! Peter is a late diagnosed autistic who has been learning how to navigate his newly found self. His special interests include hiking/backpacking, soccer, music and most importantly cats. *This episode was recorded while Alex was on a break and was one of the first interviews Karly did on her own. Peter has been a big supporter and after this interview, him and his wife, Kaitlyn, helped take on some admin tasks, as well as created us our new fun little intro/outro jingle! You will be sure to hear more from him soon! Thanks for listening3 -A+K Connect with us to share your stories, to join the community, or are in need of peer support- Email: pod.thespecialinterest@gmail.com To be a guest: guest.thespecialinterestpod@gmail.com IG: @thespecialinterestpod Music:Peter Filippi Join our Patreon: All tiers get access to monthly zoom events ~ patreon.com/TheSpecialInterestPodcast Discord: https://discord.gg/vn6RGPdqrT Need extra support? Contact us about 1:1 coaching! New episodes biweekly

    42 min
  4. 66 | Evolving into Our Next Pokemon

    11/14/2025

    66 | Evolving into Our Next Pokemon

    Hello! Thanks for tuning into episode 66. We are so excited to be back in this space with everyone. In this silly little welcome back episode, we have a very casual check in and chit chat- neurodivergent style, with lots of trailing off topic, show quotes, and special interest talks, of course. We are so excited to show you what's up our sleeves.... Thanks for listening3 -A+K Connect with us to share your stories, to join the community, or are in need of peer support- Email: pod.thespecialinterest@gmail.com To be a guest: guest.thespecialinterestpod@gmail.com IG: @thespecialinterestpod Music:Peter Filippi Join our Patreon: All tiers get access to monthly zoom events ~ patreon.com/TheSpecialInterestPodcast Discord: https://discord.gg/vn6RGPdqrT Need extra support? Contact us about 1:1 coaching! New episodes bi-weekly

    36 min

  5. 04/11/2025

    65 | We're baaaaack!!

    We're back (for real this time! :D) Yaaaay!!! Come hang out on April 17th @ 7PM EST on zoom (link will be posted on patreon, sign up to join!) What do you think of our new theme song!? Made by our pod pal Peter Filippi! Thanks for listening3 -A+K Connect with us to share your stories, to join the community, or are in need of peer support- Email: pod.thespecialinterest@gmail.com IG: @thespecialinterestpod Join our Patreon (all tiers get access to monthly virtual meetups): patreon.com/TheSpecialInterestPodcast Discord: https://discord.gg/vn6RGPdqrT Need extra support? Contact us about 1:1 coaching!

    20 min
  6. 64 | tuning into your intuition with two neurodivergent witches ft Rachel Ambrose

    12/13/2024

    64 | tuning into your intuition with two neurodivergent witches ft Rachel Ambrose

    Happy Friday the 13th homies!!!!! In episode sixty-four, Rachel Ambrose of Porch Light Coaching, rejoins Karly in the pod space to talk about their spiritual journeys, the importance of learning how to tune into your intuition and all the paths that may lead you... Thank you for listening. Check out episode 28, to hear the first time Rachel was on. https://open.spotify.com/show/7bDVnVjFnWEwXalSWhI2hH Connect with Rachel: IG: @porch.light.coaching linktree: https://linktr.ee/porchlightcoaching?utm_source=linktree_profile_share Connect with us to share your stories, to join the community, or are in need of peer support- Email: pod.thespecialinterest@gmail.com IG: @thespecialinterestpod / rewildtoreroot Join our Patreon (all tiers get access to monthly virtual meetups): patreon.com/TheSpecialInterestPodcast Discord: https://discord.gg/vn6RGPdqrT

    45 min
  7. 63 | let go + love

    12/05/2024

    63 | let go + love

    Let go + Love. Thank you for listening! 3 -Karly Jude Connect with us to share your stories, to join the community, or are in need of peer support- Email: pod.thespecialinterest@gmail.com IG: @thespecialinterestpod / rewildtoreroot Join our Patreon (all tiers get access to monthly virtual meetups): patreon.com/TheSpecialInterestPodcast Discord: https://discord.gg/vn6RGPdqrT

    40 min

  8. 11/20/2024

    62 | a space to tune into our autistic needs

    A space to tune in with our autistic needs, wants and desires. All of you, are welcome here. Thank you for coming as you are. Thank you for listening! 3 -Karly Jude Connect with us to share your stories, to join the community, or are in need of peer support- Email: pod.thespecialinterest@gmail.com IG: @thespecialinterestpod / rewildtoreroot / @karlyjude_ Join our Patreon (all tiers get access to monthly virtual meetups): patreon.com/TheSpecialInterestPodcast Discord: https://discord.gg/vn6RGPdqrT

    23 min
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A space for autistic and neurodivergent identities to feel supported, seen and celebrated. Sharing stories, special interests and messages from the heart.

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  • Creator
    The Special Interest Podcast
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    70
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © The Special Interest Podcast
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