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Building Sensory-Safe Spaces with Cynthia Miller-Lautman
In this episode, Paul speaks with occupational therapist Cynthia Miller-Lautman, whose work bridges sensory science and neurodiversity-affirming practice. From creatin...
“Share Your Voice” Late diagnoses, Lifelong clarity: Stories from Gabe & Stacey
In this “Share Your Voice” episode of The Neurodiversity Voices Podcast, host Paul welcomes Gabe Galand and Stacey Smith — two individuals who found clarity and self-a...
Exploring the Autism Cascade Hypothesis with Scientist Sinem Berthier
Hosts Paul and Gino sit down with scientist and independent researcher Nuriye Sinem Berthier. With a rich background in chemistry, pharmacology, genetics, and biochemi...
Resilience, Creativity, and Advocacy with Michelle Steiner
Hosts Paul Cruz and Gino Akbari interview Michelle Steiner, a writer, photographer, paraeducator, and disability advocate who lives with an invisible disability.Despit...
7-Day Early Release Episodes: Neurodiversity Insider
Support The Neurodiversity Voices Podcast on Apple Podcasts!Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and become a valued supporter of The Neurodiversity Voices Podcast! As a Neurod...
Rewiring Minds: Inside Coast Mental Health’s Brain Training Program
Hosts Paul Cruz and Gino Akbari sit down with Janelle Peters (Mental Health Counsellor) and Amy Bujak (Social Worker) from Coast Mental Health’s Brain Training Team. T...
Poetry, Neurodivergence, and Resilience with Samantha Merz
Host Paul Cruz sits down with poet and mental health advocate Samantha Merz. Samantha shares her journey of discovering poetry at 19, how her neurodivergence influence...
Exploring Synesthesia Through Film with Nicola Rose
Hosts Paul Cruz and Gino Akbari sit down with filmmaker Nicola Rose—an accomplished director, producer, and writer—to discuss her new feature film Magnetosphere.The fi...
Equity, Not Equality: What Neurodivergent Students Really Need
Student leaders from the Neurodiversity Students Association (NDSA) at Toronto Metropolitan University — Jenna Ignaczak, Malka Finkelstein, and Maddie Sardone — discus...
Designing for Every Mind: Education Reform with Angus Chan
Angus Chan turned his early academic struggles into a mission to redesign education for everyone.Angus Chan shares his deeply personal journey through higher education...
From Insight to Action: A Trailer on Neurodivergent Leadership
We explore the intersection of leadership, inclusion, and informed decision-making within higher education. Building on our previous conversation with Dr. Craig Wells ...
Unmasking to Heal: Neurodivergent Living with Dr. Craig Wells, D.O.
Healing begins with self-discovery, and unmasking may be the most powerful step of all.Dr. Craig Wells, D.O., explores the complex realities of neurodivergent living, ...
Living with ADHD: Grace, Not Guilt with Emily Fitzpatrick
Can we live with ADHD and still choose self-compassion over shame? Emily says yes.Emily Fitzpatrick, a CBC video journalist, candidly shares her personal journey with ...
Living Authentically: Redefining Autism and Success with Becca Lory Hector
Becca’s late diagnosis sparked a powerful journey of advocacy, identity, and authentic living.Becca Lory Hector reflects on how her late autism diagnosis at 36 transfo...
Diagnosed Late, Advocating Loud: Education Reform with Becky Bishop
Becky Bishop’s late diagnosis fuels powerful advocacy for neurodiversity and inclusive education.Becky Bishop shares her inspiring journey from studying human geograph...
Different by Design: A Journey of Neurodivergent Self-Discovery with Tamsyn Hawken
How does embracing being “different by design” transform neurodivergent self-discovery and belonging?Tamsyn Hawken, a mental health mentor supporting university studen...
Challenging Social Norms: Neurodivergence and the Power of Self-Love with Sarah Russell
How does self-advocacy and compassion reshape life for neurodivergent individuals and families?Sarah Russell shares her journey with ADHD, parenting a neurodivergent c...
Nothing About Us, Without Us: Podcast Trailer for Real Talk
The Neurodiversity Voices Podcast is launching today. It aims to celebrate and amplify the unique perspectives of neurodiverse individuals. Hosted by Paul Cruz and co-...
