Autism Podcast

Episode 87 | Dr. Ross Greene, Author of the Explosive Child

info@autismpodcast.org (Michael Boll) — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 23:46:18 PDT

Shannon Johnson and I talk with Dr. Ross Greene, author of The Explosive Child.

We have a wide ranging conversation about "explosive" children and how best to work with children that do not easily transition from one activity to another. This podcast does not specifically apply to children with autism.

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Episode 86 | iPrompts Visual Communication App For The iPhone/iPod Touch

info@autismpodcast.org (Michael Boll) — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 22:37:00 PDT

I talk with Dan Tedesco of HandHold Adaptive about iPrompts, their new iPod Touch/iPhone application for people with special needs. In their own words "iPrompts: [is] the portable, customizable, visual prompting tool for those with special needs."

Basically the app lets me put together a visual schedule (think Teacch )for my son on my iPod Touch. I can import pictures and customize it as needed. Great product. We also discuss HandHold Adaptive's other products they have in the pipeline.

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Episode 85 | Parent and activist, Polly Tommey

info@autismpodcast.org (Michael Boll) — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 16:13:12 PDT

Shannon Johnson (Foggyrock.com ) and I talk with Polly Tommey about her successful billboard campaign to meet with British Prime Minister, Gordan Brown. Polly is scheduled to meet with him soon.

Polly also runs the Autism Trust which is a foundation committed to putting together regional centers for people with autism.

Lastly, Polly is the editor-in-chief of the online magazine, Autism File

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info@autismpodcast.org (Michael Boll) — Tue, 26 May 2009 07:22:48 PDT

Shannon Johnson (foggyrock.com) and I talk with Erik Linthorst, father to a child on the spectrum and creator of the film Autistic Like. We have a very interesting conversation about his son, Graham, who was initially diagnosed with autism at an early age. After much research and discussion with various therapists, Erik has come to the conclusion that his son’s behaviors and learning patterns are driven primarliy by a sensory processing disorder. He describes his son as autistic-like rather than autistic. For more information check out his website.

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Episode 83 | Dr. Robert Melillo Author of Disconnected Kids

info@autismpodcast.org (Michael Boll) — Wed, 20 May 2009 06:01:35 PDT

Shannon Johnson and I talk with Chiropractic Neurologists Drs. Robert Melillo and Peter Scire. Dr. Melillo is the author of the book Disconnected Kids and founder of the Brain Balance Centers. We discuss his book and therapies that relate to his form of treatment. The discussion gets a bit heated at times.

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Episode 82 | Author and Parent, Chantal Sicile-Kira

info@autismpodcast.org (Michael Boll) — Sun, 10 May 2009 15:41:34 PDT

Shannon Johnson (FoggyRock.com ) and I interview author and parent Chantal Sicile-Kira about her latest book, Autism Life Skills.

Chantal has written a number of books, been the on the cover of NEWSWEEK magazine , appeared on MTV , and hosts a radio show on AutismOne Radio

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Episode 81 | iPhone App, ProLoQuo2Go

info@autismpodcast.org (Michael Boll) — Sun, 03 May 2009 04:48:21 PDT

Shannon (FoggyRock.com ) and I talk with Samuel Sennott about his iPhone App, ProLoQuo2Go . It is an AWESOME application for those looking for an AAC device. If you know PECS , you may find this app is for you. (Our PECS interview can be found here .)

Here is some more information from their website:

Proloquo2Go™ is a new product from AssistiveWare

that provides a full-featured communication solution for people who
have difficulty speaking. It brings natural sounding text-to-speech
voices, up-to-date symbols, powerful automatic conjugations, a default
vocabulary of over 7000 items, full expandability and extreme ease of
use to the iPhone and iPod touch.

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Episode 80 | Nancy Wiseman, Author of First Signs

info@autismpodcast.org (Michael Boll) — Sat, 18 Apr 2009 05:13:12 PDT

Shannon Johnson of Foggyrock.com and I talk with Nancy Wiseman author of Could It Be Autism?: A Parent’s Guide to the First Signs and Next Steps and, her latest book, The First Year: Autism Spectrum Disorders: An Essential Guide for the Newly Diagnosed Child

Here is more about Nancy from her website, Firstsigns.org:

Nancy D. Wiseman

As the founder and president of First Signs , Nancy Wiseman is dedicating her life to improving the lives of children and families affected by developmental disorders. Since 1999, Nancy has made a significant contribution to changing policy, improving awareness, and changing pediatric practice in how we screen, refer, and detect young children today. Before devoting herself to First Signs , Nancy worked in corporate communications for over 20 years building brand awareness, educating the public, and generating qualified leads for international companies in the financial, travel, office products, computer, and software industries. She now utilizes her skills in fundraising and development, staff and financial management, film and video production, as well as public relations and education, to direct First Signs, Inc . She has counseled parents worldwide and she has appeared in interviews with USA Today, Parents, and NBC’s Today Show. She is the author of Could It Be Autism? A Parent’s Guide to the First Signs and Next Steps and The First Year®: Autism Spectrum Disorders: An Essential Guide for the Newly Diagnosed Child . Nancy serves as president and treasurer and she is the mother of Sarah, who was diagnosed with autism at the age of two. Today—at age 13—Sarah stands as a powerful example of the impact that early identification and intensive intervention can have on young children with developmental delays and disorders. Nancy is the 2006 recipient of the American Academy of Pediatrics’ Dale Richmond/Justin Coleman Award for her outstanding achievement in the field of child development.

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info@autismpodcast.org (Michael Boll) — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 03:29:24 PDT

Shannon Johnson of Foggyrock.com and I talk with Elaine Hall founder of The Miracle Project and inspiration behind the film Autism, The Musical.

Elaine is a single mother raising her fifteen year-old son Neal who is on the autism spectrum. We focus mostly on her work as an acting coach and the programs she as developed that enable people with special needs to take part in the world of drama.

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Episode 78 | iConverse an iPhone/iPod Touch Application

info@autismpodcast.org (Michael Boll) — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 06:50:25 PDT

Shannon Johnson of FoggyRock.com and I talk with the co-creators of iConverse an iPhone/iPod touch application that functions much like a picture exchange communication system (PECS ).

While the application is new and currently contains only six icons, the potential for this efficient, useful, and compact assitive communication device is strong. The creators talk of users being able to generate their own icons at some point in the future as the software matures.

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Episode 77 | Keri Bowers of NormalFilms.com

info@autismpodcast.org (Michael Boll) — Sat, 14 Mar 2009 06:49:54 PDT

Shannon Johnson of Foggyrock.com and I talk with Keri Bowers of normalfilms.com Keri, a single mother to two children, one of whom is on the autism spectrum, has forged an interesting path. She is the creator of at least three films about children with disabilities, an advocate, speaker, and most recently, a seminar leader about “Mapping Transitions To Your Child’s Future.”

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Episode 76 | Reciprocal Imitation Therapy (RIT)

info@autismpodcast.org (Michael Boll) — Sun, 22 Feb 2009 22:40:31 PST

I talk with Dr. Brooke Ingersoll about her relatively new treatment: Reciprocal Imitation Therapy (RIT). We discuss the methods behind the treatment as well as ways parents can implement it in their own home.

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Episode 75 | Dr. Marco Iacoboni, Author of Mirroring People

info@autismpodcast.org (Michael Boll) — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 04:50:22 PST

Shannon Johnson and I speak with Dr. Marco Iacoboni, author of the book Mirroring People. We discuss the contents of his book and how the mirror genes are related to people on the autism spectrum.

The book offers up some interesting ideas about how mirror genes do not function well with people on the autism spectrum.

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Episode 74 | Author Sean Barron

info@autismpodcast.org (Michael Boll) — Sun, 03 Aug 2008 00:11:00 PDT

Episode 74 | Author and former individual with autism, Sean Barron

By Michael Boll | August 3, 2008

Shannon Johnson and I talk with Sean Barron, co-author of There’s a Boy in Here and The Unwritten Rules of Social Relationships: Decoding Social Mysteries Through the Unique Perspectives of Autism.

Sean co-wrote the first book with his mother and it describes, in much detail, his life as a young man with autism. He later leaves autism behind and no longer considers himself to have autism.

Websites: Amazon.com link to his books.

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info@autismpodcast.org (Michael Boll) — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 22:06:51 PDT

Shannon Johnson and I talk with John Robison, author of Look Me In The Eyes. In this fantastic interview, we discuss life as an adult on the spectrum, his book and some of the current treatments John is participating (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation).

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http://www.autismpodcast.org/podcasts/50-75/episode72_john_robison%201.mp3

Moms on Autism, Episode 7 | Water, Water Everywhere

info@autismpodcast.org (Michael Boll) — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 18:49:11 PDT

How playing with water led to playing in Play Therapy!

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Episode 72 | Rick Rollens: Father, Advocate, Fund Raiser

info@autismpodcast.org (Michael Boll) — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 09:35:05 PDT

I speak with Rick Rollens. We discuss his views on the causes of autism, the work he has done for the autistic community and the need to deal with the increasing numbers of children classified as autistic. Rick’s story was a cover for NEWSWEEK and a segment on the CBS news show 60 Minutes.

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Websites

Rick’s Wikipedia Entry

Moms on Autism Episode 6 | Sleeping Issues

info@autismpodcast.org (Michael Boll) — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 00:05:51 PDT

Podcast 6: Sleeping Issues

Difficulty sleeping? You’re not alone! Autistic children have VARIED sleep patterns.

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Episode 71 | Dennis Debauddt of Autism Risk and Safety Management

info@autismpodcast.org (Michael Boll) — Sat, 28 Jun 2008 10:45:04 PDT

Episode 71: Shannon Johnson and I talk with Dennis Debbaudt, founder of Autism Risk and Safety Management. Dennis provides "Information and resources for law enforcement, first responders, parents, educators, and care providers." Dennis provides training to a wide group of people and is also an author.

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Moms on Autism, Episode 5 | Sign Language

info@autismpodcast.org (Michael Boll) — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 21:09:27 PDT

Sign language can open doors of communication for children with autism.

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Episode 70 | Patty Dobbs Gross of North Star Dogs

info@autismpodcast.org (Michael Boll) — Sun, 08 Jun 2008 02:44:41 PDT

Episode 70: Shannon Johnson and I talk with Patty Dobbs Gross of North Star Dogs, a provider of assistance dogs for children with autism. This wonderful program enables children of all ages to share their lives with a dog and constant companion.

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Moms on Autism, Episode 4 | Potty Training

info@autismpodcast.org (Michael Boll) — Thu, 15 May 2008 20:09:24 PDT

Frustrating times when potty training an autistic child. It can be done.

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Moms on Autism, Episode 3 | Gluten-Free Diets

info@autismpodcast.org (Michael Boll) — Mon, 12 May 2008 03:59:42 PDT

Gluten-Free diets: Thoughts and information.

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Moms on Autism, Episode 2 | Our Experiences with Applied Behavioral Analysis

info@autismpodcast.org (Michael Boll) — Thu, 08 May 2008 03:07:15 PDT

Our experience with Applied Behavioral Analysis - learning about the program and our sons’ responses.

For more information, check out our website: MomsOnAutism.com

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Episode 69 | Author, speaker and adult with autism, Stephen Shore

info@autismpodcast.org (Michael Boll) — Wed, 07 May 2008 06:01:17 PDT

Episode 69: Shannon Johnson and I talk with Stephen Shore a wonderful advocate for people with autism. Stephen, a published author, travels worldwide discussing life as an adult with autism. He joined us for a conversation about his life, his work and his advice.

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