Neurodiversity Podcast
Latest Episodes
Autistic Voices: Bridging the Communication Gap
Miscommunication between autistic and non-autistic individuals can lead to painful misunderstandings and strained relationships. In this episode, we talk to Jaime A. Heidel, author of 'What Did I Do W
Improving Math Education for Neurodivergent Learners
On episode 238, Emily Kircher-Morris talks with Lindsay Kapek and Katie Tabari about the challenges neurodivergent students face in learning math. The conversation explores strategies for creating inc
Neurodivergence and The Double Empathy Problem
On episode 237, Emily Kircher-Morris welcomes Tracy Turner-Bumberry, an expert in play therapy, and a former school counselor, to discuss the concept of double empathy, the importance of understanding
The Gifted Experience: Reframing Emotional Intensity
On episode 236, Emily Kircher-Morris and Christine Fonseca discuss emotional intensity in gifted students. They explore the reasons behind this intensity, and how it relates to the giftedness experien
The Body-Brain Connection: Somatic Strategies for Well-Being
On episode 235, Emily Kircher-Morris talks with somatic-centered psychotherapist Mary Martin about the benefits of somatic therapy for neurodivergent people. They discuss how this body-based approach
Do You Hear What I Hear: Exploring Auditory Processing Differences
On episode 234, Emily Kircher-Morris talks with Austina De Bonte about auditory processing differences. They discuss how these differences can often be mistaken for attention issues or social difficul
The Tricky Relationship Between Addiction and Neurodiversity
On episode 233, Emily Kircher-Morris is joined by Patrick Casale, a mental health clinician specializing in addictions. The conversation covers a lot of ground, including neurodiversity-affirming prac
2E Or Not 2E: The Nuts and Bolts of Twice-Exceptionality
Many brilliant young people experience the dichotomy of disability layered on top of their intelligence. Its called twice-exceptionality, or 2e for short. What are the common misconceptions about twi
What MIT and Harvard Science Says About Neurodiversity
Today, Emily Kircher-Morris talks with Dr. Jeff Karp. Jeff is a professor at Harvard and MIT, a biotech entrepreneur, and an ADHD-er. They talk about Jeff's program, LIT, or Life Ignition Tools, which
Measuring Thinking Rather Than Knowledge with Dr. Jack Naglieri (part 2)
This is part two of our conversation with Dr. Jack Naglieri, an emeritus professor at George Mason University and senior research scientist at the Devereux Center for Resilient Children. Dr. Naglieri