Autism Live

The #1 rated autism podcast worldwide. Autism Live's mission is to provide information and inspiration to the larger autism community, that starts with individuals on the spectrum but includes everyone who loves and cares for those individuals. Host Shannon Penrod shares the Jargon of the Day, interviews with experts, community events and much more. Viewers are invited to interact live to address questions, concerns and topics of interests.

Autism Live is a kids podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 1,000 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Autism Live: Diane Strand

  Aug 19, 20261 hour

  On today's show, Shannon is joined by Diane Strand, founder and executive producer of JDS Creative Academy, for an inspiring conversation about the power of creating meaningful career pathways for marginalized groups and adults with special needs. Can for-profit companies and nonprofits work together to create REAL opportunities and lasting outcomes for foster youth and special needs adults? Diane is here to show us how—and why it matters! Plus, today's Autism Jargon: Accommodations. What does it mean, and how can accommodations help create greater access and opportunity?

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  Autism Live: Am I Doing enough?

  Aug 12, 20261h 5m

  Be honest: How often do you go to bed thinking you didn't do enough for your child? Am I Doing Enough? If you're the parent of a child with autism, you may know that feeling all too well: "Should I be doing more?" "Am I missing something?" "Am I giving my child enough opportunities to learn?" "Am I doing this right?" Today on Autism Live's Parent to Parent, we're talking about the incredible pressure parents put on themselves—and why sometimes, you are doing far more than you realize. We'll talk about the difference between being an engaged parent and feeling like you have to be your child's therapist 24/7, how everyday moments can become opportunities for connection and learning, and why taking care of yourself isn't selfish. 00:00:30 Welcome to Autism Live & Building an Inclusive Autism Community 00:03:48 How to Connect With Autism Live & Support the Network 00:05:36 All Ghouls Gala Update and Community Announcements 00:07:34 Today's Topic: Am I Doing Enough as a Parent? 00:10:59 The Questions Parents Ask Themselves at Night 00:12:56 Negative Self-Talk, Guilt, and Unrealistic Expectations 00:14:47 Survival Mode: Parenting Through Stress and Overwhelm 00:18:12 What Advice Would You Give Another Parent? 00:20:24 The Most Important Truth: You Are Enough 00:24:34 Connection Over Perfection: Loving Your Child First 00:27:07 Recognizing the Extraordinary Work Parents Already Do 00:31:14 Daily Opportunities for Meaningful Connection 00:39:46 Creating Bedtime Rituals and Building Strong Bonds 00:45:46 Positive Assumptive Questions and Changing Your Mindset 00:57:35 Letting Go of Blame, Embracing Self-Care, and Final Takeaways

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  Autism Live: Back to School Success

  Aug 5, 20261 hour

  On today's show Shannon takes on the things we can do to set our kids up for Back to School Success! What do you have control over? It turns out there is a great deal! So let's set the stage for a great year by kicking it off right! 00:00 Back-to-School Success for Autism Families Begins Here 02:58 Autism Toy Guide 2026 & Community Updates 05:16 All Ghouls Gala and Autism Care Today 07:32 Celebrating Autistic Voices in Film and Media 11:11 Autism Rocks Concert and the Mission of Autism Live 12:47 What Parents Can Actually Control This School Year 14:25 Fixing Summer Sleep Schedules Before School Starts 21:58 Creating a Stress-Free Morning Routine for School 25:41 Why Rehearsing School Routines Reduces Anxiety 27:53 First-Day Outfits, Self-Esteem and Making Friends 31:25 School Supplies, Backpacks and Comfort Items That Matter 33:37 How to Build a Great Relationship with Your Child's Teacher 40:23 The First-Day-of-School Reward Strategy 43:36 IEPs, School Services and Parent Advocacy Tips 53:26 School Placement Options, Parent Rights and Final Advice 59:47 Closing Remarks and How to Stay Connected

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  Autism Live: Alex Lin

  Jul 29, 20261h 3m

  Alex Lin is back to celebrate the 10 th anniversary of Autism Rocks and advocate for Autistic people around the world. 00:00 Opening: Shannon's Moving Adventure & Show Preview 01:28 Meet Alex Linn & Autism Rocks 10th Anniversary Preview 02:07 How to Watch, Interact & Access Premium Content 03:57 All Ghouls Gala 2026 Announcement & Autism Care Today Grants 05:32 Autism Live's Mission and Supporting the Autism Community 08:05 Parenting Stress, Special Needs, and Finding Support 09:49 Shannon Reflects on Her Autism Parenting Journey 13:07 Revisiting IEPs, Assessments & Parental PTSD 16:45 A Message to Autistic Individuals: You Are Not the Stress 18:27 Introducing Alex Linn and the Autism Rocks Legacy 21:02 Autism Rocks 10th Anniversary Concert Details & Featured Performers 29:10 Alex Shares His Bullying Experience and Autism Advocacy Journey 35:45 Expanding Autism Rocks to Taiwan and Changing Autism Stigma 46:08 Universal CityWalk Concert Guide, Logistics & What to Expect 53:15 Performer Lineup, Special Songs & Final Event Information

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  Autism Live: Sarah Crawford

  Jul 22, 20261 hour

  Sarah Crawford, CEO of TLC, joins Shannon to talk about some of the challenges facing today's families, including burnout, barriers to healthcare and much more. Today's jargon term is Respite! 00:00 Intro & Today's Guest Preview 00:35 Welcome to Autism Live & Community Mission 03:19 How to Participate, Podcasts & Viewer Support 06:20 Autism Care Today Gala & Family Grants 08:54 Jargon of the Day: What Is Respite Care? 11:53 Why Caregivers Need Respite Support 14:49 Finding Safe, Trusted Respite Providers 18:47 The Oxygen Mask Principle for Parents 19:50 Meet Sarah Crawford, CEO of TLC 22:22 The TLC Story: From Three Families to Thousands Served 26:01 Parent Burnout, Caregiver Stress & Finding Support 32:31 How Disability Impacts the Entire Family 37:15 First Steps After an Autism Diagnosis 44:04 Medicaid, Waitlists & Fixing Broken Systems 50:37 Hope, Advocacy & Building Better Support Networks

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