Autism Rocks and Rolls

Autism Rocks and Rolls

Sam Mitchell, a teenager living with autism, brings you Autism Rocks and Rolls. Although Sam has had obstacles in the past and still has daily struggles, he is using this platform to take away the stigma off of autism and other conditions that many think are disabilities. He often brings guests into the conversation, whether it be family members, friends, celebrities or others involved in the world of autism. He wants to prove that he is not broken and does not need to be fixed. Sam has a lot of fun along the way and really loves to entertain his audience. Listen to this podcast and go into the mind of Sam.

Episodes

November 13, 2025 31 mins

In this episode, I dive into the topics of autism looping and echolalia. I start by explaining what both of these are and how they’re similar yet different from one another. I also share a personal daily experience that inspired me to discuss this topic. Throughout the episode, I talk about how looping and echolalia can actually help people with autism build social skills. I also speak directly to parents, explaining why it’s impor...

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Gab Eato, a supporter of individuals with autism and ADHD, will be the guest on this episode. Ms. Eato, a 26-year-old neurodiversity advocate, philanthropist, and digital visionary, is transforming the way people think about inclusivity on the internet. Eleable, the world's first Digital Design Psychology firm, was founded by her. It combines mental health, imagination, and accessibility to develop ADA/WCAG-compliant websites that ...

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I have two guests for you. Starting off is Sourena Vassenghi, the incredible individual  who finds joy in life despite having cerebral palsy and being wheelchair-bound. Mr. Vassenghi is a parent and husband in addition to his duties as a writer and company entrepreneur. I also bring his closest companion, Chris Stevenson, who performs on stage with Sourena and speaks all over the world about customer service and the field of fitnes...

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September 26, 2025 26 mins

Join me as I speak with former WWE and WCW wrestler Bill DeMott. He is well-known for his roles as Hugh Morris in WCW and his work in the WWE under his real name. While the promotion was in decline, he achieved title glory by holding the WCW United States Heavyweight Championship twice at the end of 2000 and the beginning of 2001. He usually worked as a jobber to the WCW stars. Mr. DeMott has been a coach for the business's Tough E...

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Marc Copani, a former professional wrestler who goes as Muhammad Hassan, is my following guest. Mr. Copani introduced Muhammad Hassan, one of the most ferocious antagonists in WWE history, in 2004. He was an American of Arabic descent who would praise Allah and condemn the United States for the 9/11 tragedy. Copani's controversial reputation led to him working with superstars like The Undertaker and Hulk Hogan. He's on my show beca...

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August 25, 2025 53 mins

For the past 15 years, Jake Edgar, my guest, has enjoyed working with children and adolescents with disabilities in a variety of settings, including managing and supervising self-contained classrooms and currently serving as the Director of Education at Springbrook Autism Behavioral Health. He also started the Carolina Special Education Advocacy Group, where he helps families with the IEP process and advocates for individuals with ...

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August 9, 2025 31 mins

In this episode I speak about regression in those with autism. The first topic I speak on is what autism regression is and the hard times should the person with autism regress. I also speak about how the parents' reaction to autism regression is wrong while at the same time telling the parents how to address autism regression correctly. Additionally, I talk about the types of autism regression and how autism regression could lead t...

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Today, I will have Nick Yerhart, a disability advocate. In addition to hosting The Infinite Abilities Podcast, where he interviews leaders to motivate others and offers resilience-boosting stories, Nick is a qualified 10X business coach under Grant Cardone's program. He founded Infinite Pod Studio, a centralized location that assists customers in producing high-caliber, viral content. Among the numerous struggles Nick has faced thr...

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June 24, 2025 41 mins

An extra buddy from Autism Rocks and Rolls is my guest today. This is Radine Smith, a 2024 PhenomeMom Award winner and fellow Hoosier. The city of Indianapolis, Indiana, is where she was born and raised. Since parenting a child with autism, she has been devoted to her family and faith because those are the things she cherishes most. She holds two bachelor's degrees one in architecture and one in interior design.Radine is also a pro...

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June 8, 2025 30 mins

This episode focuses on the pushiness of people with autism. I discuss why people with autism may be demanding and why it runs in their family.  I also discuss how people with autism may become forceful due to their anxiety and anger management problems. I also explain to the audience the specific behaviors that people with autism may exhibit. I  additionally clarify how people without autism misinterpret pushiness in those with au...

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May 23, 2025 76 mins

Since I discuss broadcasting in this episode, I take a different turn. I also explains to my audience why a person with autism could succeed in the media industry. I will additionally address whether filming and broadcasting are in two different countries or if both are the same thing. I additionally go over the things that broadcasters need to know before embarking on a project. I will additionally discuss the kinds of content tha...

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May 7, 2025 27 mins

I discuss being aware of and paying attention to your environment in this episode. I also discuss why it is difficult for those with autism to focus on their surroundings. I also describe the elements that increase and decrease awareness in people with autism. Additionally, I indicate when people with autism need to be less alert and more attentive. In addition, I explain to my audience the significance of awareness. I do assist, t...

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April 22, 2025 46 mins

Today's guest is Allyson Bowers, an acquaintance of Autism Rocks and Rolls and a Vincennes PBS star. As Vincennes PBS's Education & Community Outreach Coordinator, she loves talking to children about PBS Kids programs, particularly Carl the Collector. In addition, she is the mom of a wonderful 6-year-old with autism who is non-speaking. Mrs. Bowers likes to spend her free time with those she knows at the Vincennes PBS station, ...

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April 8, 2025 40 mins

My next guest hails from Georgia. He is Avery Dixon, a golden buzzer contestant on Season 17 (2022) of America's Got Talent and a spokesperson against bullying. Saxophonist phenom Avery Dixon rose to fame as a finalist on America's Got Talent and as the show's All-Star runner-up. Among the well-known performers he has been honored to perform with are Grammy Award-winning trombonist Troy Andrews, often known as "Trombone Shorty," an...

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Don Morse with Autism Anglers, my next guest, is calling from Orlando. Don has been employed in the outdoor industry since 1994. Don didn't know what autism was until he found out that his child, Landon, had it. Don's friends and relatives were very receptive to hearing it. He knew that fishing may be a very effective therapy for persons of various abilities. Don established his charity, Autism Anglers, in 2018, intending to increa...

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February 28, 2025 30 mins

I discuss grocery shopping along with what it's like for people with autism in this episode. I also talk about how grocery shopping might make people with autism impatient. I also talk about how people with autism like consistency in supermarkets, where products remain in identical aisles for a long time. I also explain what can divert customers with autism and what triggers an auditory overload attack in people with autism at a gr...

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February 2, 2025 67 mins

Today, my guest comes from Missouri. At the age of 58, Chris Mitchell, also known as the confident autistic, received a diagnosis of autism l. Instead of allowing autism to define him negatively, Chris chooses to let it define him positively. Despite his lifelong struggle with self-understanding (which began to make sense following his diagnosis), he has succeeded in numerous triumphs. Chris holds several life coaching credentials,...

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January 20, 2025 50 mins

In this episode, I'm joined by FINancial Sharktress Galit Tsadik, an authentic shark. Taking charge of your finances and offering financial assistance is where Galit's greatest strength lies. She is a reputable financial analyst and the creator of Tsadik G Management, the organization that bears her name. She assists individuals and passion-driven enterprises in overcoming their concerns in order to achieve financial independence a...

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January 7, 2025 51 mins

Zak Clayton is the guest for this episode. Zak has a link to autism because he was once a foster parent to a child with autism. But he has a story of his own as the CEO and owner of Clayton Consulting & Event Planning LLC. He also founded Community Pay It Forward after recovering from a motorcycle accident in 2015 that revealed gaps in assistance for those in need. Zak created this service to help NGOs, charitable organizations...

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December 25, 2024 32 mins

I want to start by wishing you a Merry Christmas, and this episode of Autism Rocks and Rolls is my gift to you. I talk about fishing in this episode and why people with autism spectrum disorders might enjoy it. I also liken autism to the components on a fishing pole and the equipment in a fisherman's tacklebox. I even talk about the different kinds of fishing and how they represent autism. Lastly, I explain the reasons why people w...

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