Autism Live 2.5.25: Alex Lin
Autism Live
Alex Lin, founder of Autism Rocks, joins Shannon to give updates on this year’ concert as well as a heart to heart about autism in the news and how it affects Alex and potentially others who identify as being on the spectrum. Autism Live is committed to providing a platform for those who are neurodiverse to tell their stories and opinions, however the opinions expressed are not necessarily those of Autism Live, Autism Live’s Host, or the Autism Media Network. Jargon: CBT
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Autism Live 2.3.25: Kaz Windness
Autism Live
Author and Artist Kaz Windness joins Shannon to talk about her newest children's book "Bitsy Bat, Team Star" which will be released on February 4th, 2025. Kaz Windness is the Geisel award-winning, genre crossing illustrator and author of funny heart-warming books for young readers. Proudly neurodivergent (ASD/ADHD), Kaz specializes in character-driven books celebrating inclusivity, grit and kindness. Her many books include "Swim, Jim!", "Worm and Caterpillar are Friends", "When You Love a Book", and "Bitsy Bast, School Star".She is a professor of illustration at the Rocky Mountain College of...
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Autism Live 1.27.25: Top Ten Positive Things You Can Do to Collaborate with Your Child's School
Autism Live
Join Shannon today as she shares her favorite tips for working towards a positive, collaborative relationship with your child's school and staff.
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Autism Live 1.22.25: 10 Positive Things You Can Do Today to Support the Person You Love on the Spectrum!
Autism Live
Autism Live is BACK in 2025! On today’s Parent to Parent show Shannon Penrod talks about 10 Positive Things You Can Do Today to Support the Person You Love on the Spectrum! Is there a better way to spend your day? Let’s spread the love on the people who make our worlds go round.
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Autism Live 12.16.24: Parent to Parent End of the Year Checklist
Autism Live
On today’s show Shannon shares an important year end checklist to see if you are maximizing your child’s success. Tune in to hear tips on what questions you can ask yourself to get to the most progress and how to prioritize your lengthy to do list. Today’s jargon is Antecedent.
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Autism Live 12.4.24: Matt Asner
Autism Live
Matt Asner joins Shannon to talk about this year’s Gala performance of It’s a Wonderful Life, benefitting The Ed Asner Family Center. This year’s performance will feature the cast of Spongebob Squarepants and some special guests. Audience members can view the show online or attend the LIVE performance at the Gary Marshall Theatre in Burbank, California on Dec 14th, 2024. For more information or to purchase tickets visit: https://edasnerfamilycenter.org/events/wonderful-life/ Today’s jargon term is Cognitive Distortion.
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Autism Live 12.2.24: Spela Repovs
Autism Live
On Today’s show Shannon welcomes Spela Repovs the Host and Co-Producer of the Global Autism Parenting Summit. The summit will take place online December 9th-11th. It will feature over 25 speakers and is completely free. Parents can register by visiting: . Spela, who is the Chief Operations Officer at Strategic Parenting, shares all the information about this amazing upcoming summit. Today’s jargon is Errorless Learning.
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Autism Live 11.25.24: Top Ten Tips for the Holiday Break
Autism Live
Shannon shares 10…really 13 tips on what to do when you’re on a holiday break and your kids have less services. It can be a time of seclusion and frustration OR it can be a time to create new connections with your child!
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Autism Live 11.20.24: Parent to Parent: Top Tips for GFCF Thanksgiving
Autism Live
On Today’s show Shannon gives tips for a great GFCF Thanksgiving and just a great Thanksgiving in general. Today’s jargon is Inhibition.
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Autism Live 11.18.24: Naomi Riley
Autism Live
Naomi Riley joins Shannon on today’s show to talk about Differential Disabilities, Mental Health and Free EDU Resources. is a brain injury survivor turned influential motivational speaker, and her work is especially relevant for educators. As the founder of , a nonprofit based in Greater Grand Rapids, MI, Naomi focuses on addressing critical social issues in schools, from distracted driving to gun violence. Her 10 pledges encourage students to practice compassion, speak up against injustice, and support others during crises—values that resonate deeply...
info_outlineShannon shares her top resources for support, information and all things related to supporting a child/teen/adult on the autism spectrum.