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. APR 11

    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
  2. 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
  3. 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

  4. 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
  5. 61 | Lauren Melissa talks about Streamline, autism and special interests

    11/15/2024

    61 | Lauren Melissa talks about Streamline, autism and special interests

    In episode sixty-one, Alex and Karly introduce the pod to Lauren Melissa! Lauren Melissa Ellzey (she/her), known across social media as @Autienelle, is an autistic self-advocate, author, educator, and activist. Her young adult novels, Boy at the Window, Gimmicks and Glamour, and StreamLine, emphasize the importance of belonging for queer, neurodivergent youth of color. Her work has crossed paths with NeuroClastic, New York University, Reframing Autism, Cripple Media, AbleZine, Think Inclusive, the United Nations, and more. She holds an MS in Library and Information Science and resides in New York City. Lauren Melissa joins us to talk about her book Streamline, her autistic lens and the importance of special interests. Thank you for listening! 3 -A+K Connect with Lauren Melissa: @autienelle Purchase Streamline:  https://linktr.ee/autienelle   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

  6. 11/12/2024

    60 | Check in and updates

    It's been a while...how are you doing?

    23 min
  7. 59 | Meet Vas: Late Diagnosed Autistic, Substance Use, and Harm Reduction

    04/26/2024

    59 | Meet Vas: Late Diagnosed Autistic, Substance Use, and Harm Reduction

    (TW:Talk about substances + suicide) In episode fifty-nine, Alex and Karly introduce the pod to Vas. From Vas: I am from Stockton CA. I graduated from UC Berkeley in 2020. I had a couple-year long career in case management, harm reduction, therapy, and social work, which was rewarding but drove me into the ground and didn’t give me the time to properly care for myself. I was suffering from autistic burnout (pre-diagnosis) and the problem was worsened by my frustration with my burnout symptoms impacting my ability to “function like normal”. After taking a few months off to move back home and focus on my health, I was diagnosed (at 25 years old) with Autism. My diagnosis made me kinder on myself and more understanding of my challenges in light of the new diagnosis, and after learning to work with (as opposed to against) my brain I am now looking into doing Harm Reduction work (in direct service and policy) and potentially pursuing a PhD in Public Policy. I still don’t “function like normal”, but who the hell wants ‘normal’ anyway ! In this episode, Vas shares about their experiences with substance use, ways society can provide support and direction in harm reduction. This episode may be triggering to some, but is an important topic to learn about. Thank you for listening! 3 -A+K Connect with Vas: IG @vas.meatsuit Reach out to us- Email: pod.thespecialinterest@gmail.com IG: @thespecialinterestpod Join our Patreon: patreon.com/TheSpecialInterestPodcast Discord: https://discord.gg/vn6RGPdqrT Coaching with Karly: rewildtoroot.com / @rewildtoroot / rewildtoroot@gmail.com Facebook: The Special Interest Podcast Facebook Group: The Special Interest Podcast Fans! Music: Pretty Late

    56 min
  8. 58 | We Are Burnt Out

    04/19/2024

    58 | We Are Burnt Out

    In episode fifty-eight, Alex and Karly arrive burnt out af. They tirelessly go on about tv shows and the importance of comfort tv while feeling burnt out. They share a listeners story and give shout outs to all their amazing Patreon members! Thank you for listening! 3 -A+K Next Monthly Meeting: April 25 @ 7PM EST Reach out to us- Email: pod.thespecialinterest@gmail.com IG: @thespecialinterestpod Join our Patreon: patreon.com/TheSpecialInterestPodcast Discord: https://discord.gg/vn6RGPdqrT Coaching with Karly: rewildtoroot.com / @rewildtoroot / rewildtoroot@gmail.com Facebook: The Special Interest Podcast Facebook Group: The Special Interest Podcast Fans! Music: Pretty Late

    33 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 - 2025
  • Episodes
    66
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © The Special Interest Podcast
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