Today we’re joined by the bold, brilliant, and absolutely hilarious Rebecca Faith Quinn (aka @reberrabon_bon ) — actor, content creator, and proud neurodivergent advocate 💥🎭✨
We're diving into one of Rebecca’s all-time favorite movies: The Accountant starring Ben Affleck. Together, we explore what this film gets right (and real) about autism, masking, and low support needs — with plenty of laughs and unexpected nuggets (literally 🐔🍿).
🧩 Autism, Humor & the Complexity of Connection
From awkward small talk to subtle miscommunications, we break down scenes where humor, sarcasm, and masking collide.
We explore:
Why small talk can feel disruptive or draining
How masking shows up in jokes, tone, or play-offs
The nuance of not disliking conversation, but needing authenticity and structure
Rebecca shares their real-life take on these moments — from being in social situations to what it’s like masking through awkward comments, then turning it into a punchline.
💙 Special Interests, Self-Protection & Fear of Being Seen
What happens when someone gets close enough to see your real self? Whether it’s your room, your playlist, or your collection of anime figures — we talk about the fear and vulnerability that comes with being truly known.
This episode asks:
👉 What’s your special interest?
👉 What do you hide to avoid being hurt, judged, or rejected?
We reflect on the emotional injury that can happen when we spend our lives masking who we are — and how that disconnect can lead to loneliness, anxiety, or depression.
🎨 Love, Art & Leaving Pieces of Ourselves Behind
In one of the film’s final scenes, we see Ben Affleck’s character leave behind a painting — a raw, vulnerable offering of who he is. Rebecca reflects on how powerful that moment is, and how so many of us show love not through words, but through gesture, creation, or quiet connection.
We unpack:
What intimacy looks like in autistic relationships
How deep love doesn’t always look “typical”
The creativity and emotional intensity that comes with being neurodivergent
😂 Laughter, ADHD Tangents & Pure Chaos
Be warned: this episode is unfiltered, chaotic, and deeply relatable. ADHD rants? Check. Autistic bluntness? Always. Unexpected metaphors involving chicken nuggets? Absolutely.
You’ll laugh. You might cry. And most importantly — you’ll leave feeling more seen.
📲 Follow Rebecca & Show Support
Rebecca is doing amazing things in the world of content, theater, and neurodivergent storytelling. Be sure to:
Follow @reberrabon_bon on all socials
Check out their Linktree for more content & projects
Support queer, disabled creators doing this work from the inside out
We’re so grateful for them joining us — and we hope this episode gives you new insights, big laughs, and maybe even the courage to show more of your real self 💛
To find our guest:
https://www.instagram.com/reberrabon_bon/
https://linktr.ee/Reberrabonbon
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