38 episodes

The Intersections on the Spectrum podcast is the brainchild of Doug Blecher and Kelly Bron Johnson, created to discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. We aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn’t know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen.

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The Intersections on the Spectrum podcast is the brainchild of Doug Blecher and Kelly Bron Johnson, created to discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. We aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn’t know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen.

    Intersections on the Spectrum: Doug and Kelly

    Intersections on the Spectrum: Doug and Kelly

    In this episode of a podcast, Doug Blecher and Kelly Bron Johnson discuss their experiences with grief. Doug shares that he recently lost his mother and has been finding it difficult to cope. He mentions that reading about grief and researching other people's experiences has been helpful for him. Kelly talks about her own experiences with grief, including the death of her father, and how it affected her emotionally and physically. They discuss the importance of allowing oneself to feel and express grief, as well as the challenges of navigating social interactions and support from others. They also talk about finding joy and creating new rituals in the midst of grief.

    • 41 min
    Intersections on the Spectrum: Corin Purifoy

    Intersections on the Spectrum: Corin Purifoy

    Corin Purifoy joins this episode to discuss knitting, the importance of making mistakes, and being a contestant on Jeopardy. To learn more about Corin visit https://www.instagram.com/i.knit.u.knot/



    Join  Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn’t know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. 

    • 26 min
    Intersections on the Spectrum: Doug and Kelly

    Intersections on the Spectrum: Doug and Kelly

    We discuss many of the problems for why the police aren't helpful and in many cases harmful to autistic people.

    Join  Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn’t know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. 

    • 24 min
    Intersections on the Spectrum: Matthew Rushin

    Intersections on the Spectrum: Matthew Rushin

    You don't want to miss this episode. Matthew Rushin joins this episode to discuss how the police can do a much better job when interacting with autistics, as well as opportunities he is currently pursuing, and his philosophy on life.



    Join  Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn’t know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. 

    • 44 min
    Intersections on the Spectrum: Kelly and Doug

    Intersections on the Spectrum: Kelly and Doug

    On this episode Kelly and Doug, the hosts of Intersections on the Spectrum, talk about their experiences with yoga, self care, and getting their needs met in the workplace.

    Join  Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn’t know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. 

    • 39 min
    Intersections on the Spectrum: Monetta Wilson

    Intersections on the Spectrum: Monetta Wilson

    Monetta Wilson joins this episode to discuss accessibility in yoga, cultural appropriation, and how her wellness coaching  become an expert on their body by discovering the best embodiment practices for their specific needs. To learn more about Monetta Wilson visit https://monettawilson.com .

    Join  Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn’t know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. 

    • 37 min

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