Unmasking Autism with AFO

Autism Foundation of OKlahoma
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This podcast discusses autism, suicide, mental health, and wellness, among other topics, with autistic individuals and different professionals, with the goal of unmasking stereotypes, increasing awareness, and attempting to shatter the stigmas of these topics through conversation and personal experience. The Autism Foundation of Oklahoma (AFO), www.autismfoundationok.org, @AutismfoundationOK, strives to improve the lives of Oklahomans (and others) with autism and their families across the lifespan. Trigger Warning & Disclaimer: The views, opinions, and conversations between the host and guest(s) presented in this podcast do not reflect those of the Autism Foundation of Oklahoma (AFO) and shall not be considered medical advice or treatment recommendations from AFO.

  1. Aug 11

    Season 2, Ep: 8- College and Autism

    Carley sits down with the Director of the Neill-Wint Center for Neurodiversity, Tarrah Kinney, to discuss the program, others like it, and how these programs help neurodivergent college students succeed in and out of college. Edit: Tarrah mentions that access to FMLA is 3 years. It is 12 months. Resources from the episode: Usao.edu/neill-wint PEERS: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1138238716?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback#averageCustomerReviewsAnchor About FMLA: https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/fact-sheets/28p-taking-leave-when-you-or-family-has-health-condition

    Season 2, Ep: 8- College and Autism

  2. Aug 11

    Season 2, Ep: 7- The Signs We Miss: Understanding Early Autism Intervention

    Carley sits down with AFO's Children & Youth program officer, Kelli Marshall, MS, CCC-SLP, CAS, to discuss all things early intervention! They also discuss the importance of parent and self advocacy, what parents can do if they suspect autism in their child, interesting studies, and how autistic children grow up to be autistic adults. To reach out to Kelli, email her at kmarshall@autismfoundationok.org or call us at 405-237-8390.

    Season 2, Ep: 7- The Signs We Miss: Understanding Early Autism Intervention

  3. Aug 11

    Season 2, Ep. 6: Unmasking Creativity

    Carley sits down with autistic artist Rachel Ann Kendrick to discuss their autism diagnosis journey and how creating art and being autistic work in tandem. Also, robotics?! Follow Rachel on Instagram at @RachelAnnKendrick.

    Season 2, Ep. 6: Unmasking Creativity

  4. Jul 2

    Season 2, Ep 5: Training Police to Better Support Autistic People

    Carley sits down with AFO public health and safety program officer Chandee Kott to discuss AFO's free training for police and first responders and the importance of training in creating a safer community for all. Get tips and tricks for yourself and find out about available resources, some for free off the AFO website! To contact AFO about available trainings, email info@autismfoundationok.org

    Season 2, Ep 5: Training Police to Better Support Autistic People

  5. May 4

    Season 2, Ep 4: But You Don't Look Autistic Part 2!

    Carley Marissa sits down with Malayna Hasmanis, Executive Director of NAMI Tulsa and Unity Forward Oklahoma, to talk all things autism, stereotypes that come with it, mental health, and navigating work/life "rules". For more information about NAMI Tulsa, visit www.namitulsa.org For more information on Unity Forward OK, visit https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564514199026 Trigger Warning & Disclaimer: The views, opinions, and conversations between the host and guest(s) presented in this podcast do not reflect those of the Autism Foundation of Oklahoma (AFO) and shall not be considered medical advice or treatment recommendations from AFO.

    Season 2, Ep 4: But You Don't Look Autistic Part 2!

  6. May 4

    Season 2, Ep. 3: But You Don't Look Autistic-Part 1!

    Carley Marissa sits down with Malayna Hasmanis, Executive Director of NAMI Tulsa and Unity Forward Oklahoma, to talk all things autism, stereotypes that come with it, mental health, and navigating work/life "rules". For more information about NAMI Tulsa, visit www.namitulsa.org For more information on Unity Forward OK, visit https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... Trigger Warning & Disclaimer: The views, opinions, and conversations between the host and guest(s) presented in this podcast do not reflect those of the Autism Foundation of Oklahoma (AFO) and shall not be considered medical advice or treatment recommendations from AFO.

    Season 2, Ep. 3: But You Don't Look Autistic-Part 1!

  7. Mar 12

    Season 2, Ep. 2: Late Diagnosed Autism and PDA- A Female Perspective

    Carley Marissa sits down with Bailey Hoffner to discuss her late-in-life diagnosis, how she navigates life and accommodates herself, and also, what is PDA? The resources discussed in this episode are below: PDA in the Therapy Room by Raelene Dundon https://us.jkp.com/products/pda-in-the-therapy-room Jessica Kingsley Publishers - PDA books https://us.jkp.com/search?q=pda&options%5Bprefix%5D=last Journeys with PDA https://journeyswithpda.com/ Amanda Diekman - Low Demand Parenting https://www.amandadiekman.com/ Sam Marion Counseling https://www.sammarion.com/autism Presentation on PDA and Library Work https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.14446/339839 Neurodiversity-affirming practices for libraries [recording and handout] https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.14446/345711 https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.14446/340173 Trigger Warning & Disclaimer: The views, opinions, and conversations between the host and guest(s) presented in this podcast do not reflect those of the Autism Foundation of Oklahoma (AFO) and shall not be considered medical advice or treatment recommendations from AFO.

    Season 2, Ep. 2: Late Diagnosed Autism and PDA- A Female Perspective

  8. 12/18/2025

    Season 2, Ep. 1: Disability Hiring 101

    Unmasking Autism with AFO is back! Carley sits down with AFO's program manager, Kathy Mitchell, to discuss all things disability, HR, and the Partners in Success (Plan Your Way) program! To learn more about Partners in Success or contact Kathy, please email: kmitchell@autismfoundationok.org To learn more about Plan Your Way OK, visit: www.planyourwayok.com

    Season 2, Ep. 1: Disability Hiring 101
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About

This podcast discusses autism, suicide, mental health, and wellness, among other topics, with autistic individuals and different professionals, with the goal of unmasking stereotypes, increasing awareness, and attempting to shatter the stigmas of these topics through conversation and personal experience. The Autism Foundation of Oklahoma (AFO), www.autismfoundationok.org, @AutismfoundationOK, strives to improve the lives of Oklahomans (and others) with autism and their families across the lifespan. Trigger Warning & Disclaimer: The views, opinions, and conversations between the host and guest(s) presented in this podcast do not reflect those of the Autism Foundation of Oklahoma (AFO) and shall not be considered medical advice or treatment recommendations from AFO.

Information

  • Creator
    Autism Foundation of OKlahoma
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    27
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 Autism Foundation of OKlahoma
  • Show Website
    Unmasking Autism with AFO

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