Autism Live: Rebecca Meuschke
Autism Live
Rebecca Meuschke joins Shannon today to discuss all things SIBLINGS. What do parents need to know to support siblings? Rebecca, who has first-hand experience with this topic, shares insights, resources and tips to make sure siblings don’t get left behind. 00:00 Disclaimer & Show Opening 00:30 Welcome to Autism Live & April Autism Month 01:31 April Focus on Education 01:51 Today’s Topic: Siblings in Autism Families 02:57 Audience Question: Hormones, Perimenopause & Autism 05:01 Why Siblings Grow Into Remarkable People 05:46 Live Show Context & Visiting CARD...
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Autism Live: Ten Tips for Working with Teachers & IEP or 504!
Autism Live
On Today’s show Shannon Penrod gives ten tips for working with teachers when your child is on an IEP or 504 plan. Setting up a collaborative environment with your child’s teacher is almost as important as the IEP itself. Tune in to hear Shannon’s easy tips to foster trust and teamwork so your child can have the best possible educational experience.
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Autism Live 4.1.26: James B. Adams, Ph.D.
Autism Live
Dr. James Adams returns to the show to discuss new products that can diagnose bacterial and yeast infection issues and help restore gut health issues, which has been shown to improve autism symptoms. The jargon of the day is Neurotransmitters.
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Autism Live 3.25.26: Ebony Turner-Bailey, M.S. CCC-SLP
Autism Live
On today’s show Shannon talks with Ebony Turner-Bailey, M.S. CCC – SLP, the Founder and Executive Director of Prime Speech Solutions, about building language and accessing quality speech services even in underserved communities. For more information visit: Online Speech Therapy | Prime Speech Solutions The Jargon of the day is SLP.
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Autism Live 3.18.26: Dr. Megan Anna Neff
Autism Live
Shannon welcomes Dr. Megan Anna Neff back to the program to discuss her newest version of Self-Care Activities for Autistic People, a beautifully boxed set of card designed to address all aspects of self-care. Each card provides a simple, approachable activity that requires minimal time and no special equipment, making it ideal for those navigating executive-function challenges or overstimulation. Created by Dr. Megan A. Neff, the deck blends professional insight with personal understanding—an approach that has resonated widely with her engaged online community. The cards are currently...
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Autism Live 3.11.26: The Oscar Show!
Autism Live
It’s the Oscar episode 2026! Join Moira and Shannon as the chat about all the noms for these year’s ceremony and what role autism played in some of the movies.
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Autism Live 2.18.26: Making ABA a Priority
Autism Live
In this episode, Shannon discusses why it is so important to making ABA a priority for your child.
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Autism Live 2.11.26: Dr. Mary Barbera
Autism Live
On today’s show Shannon welcomes back Dr. Mary Barbera to talk about the 3 common mistakes parents and autism professionals make and what to do Instead! Dr. Barbara is the author of Turn Autism Around and the host of the popular podcast of the same name, For more information visit: marybarbera.com
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Autism Live 1.21.26: Parent to Parent – Ways to Make Every Waking Hour a Fun Educational Environment
Autism Live
Wouldn’t it be great if you could make every waking hour a fun educational environment for your child on the spectrum? Research shows that doing so leads to your child’s best life. On today’s show Shannon gives tips and tricks to achieve this goal without breaking the bank or driving yourself into exhaustion! Who needs that? Follow this steps to get to a happy learner!
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Autism Live 1.14.26: A Parent's Guide to Your Child's Rights
Autism Live
Are you having IEP issues? Being asked to move your child to a 504 Plan OR being told your child, who has a diagnosis of autism doesn’t qualify for an IEP because there is no educational need? This is the show for you. Join Shannon as she talks through some of the current issues happening in schools and how a parent can best support their child through the mess.
info_outlineOn today’s show Shannon welcomes Anthony Vaquez back to the show, to provide an update on his life, work, and musical experiences with Spec Labs. The jargon of the day is Autism.