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

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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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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Today, I'm joined by the amazing Jimmy Clare. In addition to being a professional conference speaker, podcaster, and on-demand streaming host, Jimmy Clare is also an autism advocate because he falls into the autism spectrum. In 2025, he has an event planned out. Welcome to Autism Rocks and Rolls, Jimmy Clare.

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Sara Bradford, an avid advocate of autism, will be spending the day with me. She is the originator of SJ Childs Global Network, a nonprofit that positively impacts the lives of numerous families. Sara is also the chief executive officer of SJ Childs LLC, a consulting organization that supports families with autism. As a representative of The Autism Council of Utah, Sara remains involved in the autism community. Because her spouse a...

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Instead of having one, two, or three friends, I have four with me today. First up is the outstanding Ross Steel. Ross was diagnosed with autism at the age of three after being born in 2003. He has been placed on the honor roll several times and was awarded a sizable college scholarship. He also runs his own Instagram program, Steel Reviewing. I also have a country guy named Caleb Creamens. Born in 2004, Caleb, who is from Washingto...

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November 3, 2024 34 mins

I'm going blue for this episode because I discuss the reasons why people on the autism spectrum are afraid of police enforcement personnel. Additionally, I also talk about how a caretaker can help and improve the circumstances. I also advise parents on how to help their autistic children engage with police enforcement in a courteous and peaceful manner. I also provide law enforcement personnel with supplies like sensory bags, which...

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October 21, 2024 42 mins

Today, I am joined by Katie Deckard from Experience VU, who I hold in the highest regard. Since 2022, Katie has been the director of Experience VU at Vincennes University. Katie holds her doctorate in education from the University of Southern Indiana and an undergraduate degree from Indiana University in secondary special education and light interventions. Having spent seven years as a high school teacher, Katie is a passionate sup...

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October 8, 2024 30 mins

Join me as I speak about patience. I also discuss the patience level folks on the autism spectrum have. I also give examples of situations in which people with autism could become impatient. Additionally, I describe how parents and children with autism may pass on patience to one another. I even explain why patience is a virtue that should be shared by all people. It doesn't end there since I also provide advice to children and the...

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September 25, 2024 30 mins

In this episode, I speak about catastrophizing and what this concept is about. I also tell the parents the statements they should and should not say when those on the autism spectrum catastrophize. I even tell the parents some triggers that make those on the spectrum catastrophize. I as well tell the parents what it is like in our brain when we catastrophize. Finally, I do give some help because I give the parents ideas on how to m...

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Endre Hoffmann, the Doctor of Self-Worth, who is also my sponsor and friend, will approach this episode differently. Endre helps business owners reach their greatest potential and bring about dramatic shifts. He offers support to entrepreneurs who are overworked, exhausted, insecure, and self-conscious. He assists them let go of the conflict so they can achieve confidence and inner serenity. He assists individuals in rediscovering ...

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