Podcast Episodes
Back to Search‘Special-Ed Boss’ Karen Mayer Cunningham
Episode 52
David welcomes special education advocate Karen Mayer Cunningham, known as the 'Special Education Boss.' Karen shares her journey from being a mother…
7 months, 2 weeks ago
Celebrating Stone!
Episode 51
David welcomes his son Stone, a 20-year-old non-speaking student, to discuss his experiences, challenges, and aspirations. Stone, who has recently ga…
7 months, 2 weeks ago
One Year of The Lighter Side of the Spectrum
Episode 50
In this special 50th episode of 'The Lighter Side of the Spectrum,' David celebrates a significant milestone—one year of the podcast. David reflects …
8 months, 3 weeks ago
Environmental Health and Autism with Ken Cook
Episode 49
David welcomes Ken Cook, president and co-founder of the Environmental Working Group (EWG), to discuss the intersection of environmental health and a…
8 months, 3 weeks ago
Neuroscientist Marina Weiler on Consciousness and Communication
Episode 48
David welcomes Dr. Marina Weiler, a neuroscientist and assistant professor at the University of Virginia's Division of Perceptual Studies. They delve…
9 months, 1 week ago
COPAA's Denise Marshall on Disability Rights
Episode 47
David engages with Denise Marshall, Executive Director of the Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates (COPAA), to discuss the essential work of pro…
9 months, 2 weeks ago
Celebrating Love and Connection: Libby Ingram
Episode 46
David welcomes Libby Ingram, a dedicated parent and speech therapist profoundly impacted by her experience raising her non-speaking autistic son, Joh…
9 months, 3 weeks ago
Exploring the ‘Woo-Woo’ Side with Betsy Hicks Russ
Episode 45
David is joined by Betsy Hicks Russ—mother, advocate, and founder of Autism Odyssey. They discuss the groundbreaking world of non-speaking autism, fo…
9 months, 4 weeks ago
Stone's Autism Advocacy Adventure
Episode 44
David shares a heartfelt recount of his two-week advocacy journey with his non-speaking son Stone. Starting in Atlanta and ending in New York City, D…
9 months, 4 weeks ago
Misconceptions & Breakthroughs with Randy Brandhagen
Episode 43
David interviews guest Randy Brandhagen, who shares his family's experience raising three children, including a son diagnosed with autism. The conver…
11 months ago