Inside The Aspergers Studio / Stories

Support the show via my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AspergersStudio

In this episode, you’ll hear from Holly Blanc Moses, a neurodivergent mom and therapist who’s walked the walk both at home and in her practice. Holly opens up about raising two neurodivergent kids, one adopted and autistic, while also managing her own neurodivergent journey. You’ll get a real sense of what it’s like to balance parenting, personal health chal...

"Welcome to Inside the Asperger’s Studio—the show that proves neurodivergent life is a lot more than checklists, stereotypes, and whatever your aunt just Googled last week."

"Here, awkward silences are an art form, tangents are encouraged, and saying the ‘wrong thing’ usually makes for the best conversation."

I am your host Reid Miles and I have sat down with everyone—from world-famous names like Dr. Temple Grandin, to everyd...

Join me as I sit down with Mike and Chaya from the Spark Launch Autism Podcast for a free-flowing conversation about life, neurodivergence, autism, and everything in between. From personal stories to practical insights, laughter to deep reflection, this episode is packed with honest, relatable, and inspiring moments. Whether you’re neurodivergent, a parent, or just curious about the world through a different lens, there’s something...

In this episode of Inside the Asperger’s Studio: Stories, we sit down with an AuDHD speaker, comedian, and coach who’s passionate about creating a better world for neurodivergent people.

We talk about the challenges and strengths of living with AuDHD (Autism + ADHD), how humor can break down stigma, and why embracing your authentic self matters more than masking.

Whether you’re autistic, ADHD, AuDHD, or simply curious about n...

In this episode of Inside the Asperger’s Studio: Stories, I sit down with Kroy Ryder, a mental health counsellor who brings both professional expertise and personal lived experience to the conversation.

Kroy is AuDHD (autistic + ADHD) and dyslexic, giving him a unique perspective on what it means to navigate life, work, and wellness through a neurodivergent lens. Together, we explore:

• The realities of living with AuDHD and dy...

What’s it really like to raise a child with autism? In this episode, we hear from a mother who’s lived it — the sleepless nights, the advocacy battles, the unexpected triumphs, and the moments that change everything.

She shares her journey as a parent carer, giving a raw, honest, and deeply human perspective on life “on the other side” of the spectrum. From challenges that test the limits of patience and resilience to joys that ...

Support the show via my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AspergersStudio

So, you think schools have all the answers when it comes to your child’s IEP? What if I told you that the real game-changer isn’t what happens in the classroom, but what’s happening behind closed doors—where a teacher-turned-attorney is quietly flipping the script on special education? In this episode, you’ll hear how some of the most important breakthroughs don...

Support the show via my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AspergersStudio

Julia’s journey started in the world of fashion design, but everything changed when she found herself teaching special education. At first, she didn’t see herself as an entrepreneur, but witnessing her students quietly struggle with everyday clothing opened her eyes to a real-but-overlooked need. One moment in particular stuck with her—a sweet, attentive stu...

*Disclaimer: There are some drop outs on the guest side*

In this episode, you’ll hear Dr. Weiss open up about his personal journey as both a medical professional and a parent to an autistic son, sharing how his family’s search for answers led him into the world of stem cell therapy. You get an inside look at how his son’s challenges with communication and development inspired Dr. Weiss to dive deep into research, eventually disc...

Support the show via my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AspergersStudio

Danny Combs’s journey into neurodiversity advocacy started as a dad’s desperate search for answers when his young son was diagnosed autistic. Back then, support was slim, and every resource seemed to focus on deficits rather than strengths. But Danny saw his son’s creativity and knack for building, and it sparked a realization—why wasn’t anyone talking a...

Support the show via my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AspergersStudio

Ever wondered what happens when a parent’s search to support their “different” kids leads to an unexpected discovery about themselves? Alyson’s story flips the script on the whole idea of labels and support—and there’s one moment in her journey that’ll make you rethink what you’ve been told about autism and ADHD in adulthood. It’s not just about the kids—it’s ab...

In this episode of Inside the Asperger’s Studio, I sit down with Brenda Winkle, an intuitive coach who helps people reconnect with their inner wisdom. Together, we explore what it really means to trust your intuition — and why so many of us struggle to hear it beneath the noise of fear, doubt, and overthinking.

Brenda shares her own journey of learning to listen to her inner compass, plus practical tools you can use to start strengt...

Barriers become your bridge—once you start taking those pieces out of your barriers, you can start putting them down for you to step forward on, and you will eventually build a bridge to go where you want to go.

Ever wonder why some days your ADHD feels like a hidden superpower, and other days it's like your brain's stuck in quicksand—no matter how hard you try? Jamie Hughes thought depression was the main culprit behind her str...

Support the show via my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AspergersStudio

When we do IEPs right, great things happen for kids—it's all about high quality, true partnership, and believing in the incredible potential of every student.

In this episode, you get to hear from Laura Wilks, someone who’s been in the trenches of special education as a teacher, behavior support specialist, and now a district-level advocate. Her journey b...

Support the show via my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AspergersStudio

Find your people and be yourself—because not everybody deserves your greatness, but the ones who matter do.

Megan Ashley’s journey into understanding autism started long before she realized it was also her own story. Growing up, she was the friend who listened and offered advice on the playground and even did couples counseling over three-way calls in hig...

Support the show via my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AspergersStudio

Change doesn’t start with fixing others; it begins with taking responsibility for our own habits, mindset, and actions every single day.

In this episode, you’ll hear from Alfredo Zapata, a parent and coach who has walked the path of raising a child on the autism spectrum and truly gets the challenges you might be facing. Alfredo opens up about growing up ...

Support the show via my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AspergersStudio

Independence, whatever that looks like, is what I want for you—and given the chance and opportunity, you’ll show what you’re truly capable of.

In this episode, you’ll hear from Janet Schultz, a grandmother, former special education teacher, and entrepreneur who built a thriving cleaning business by hiring autistic employees and empowering them to work ind...

Support the show via my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AspergersStudio

In this episode of Inside the Aspergers Studio, Liezl Laidlaw, an online therapist and mindfulness teacher, shares her personal journey of self-discovery as an individual with ADHD and discusses the intersection of ADHD, autism, and mindfulness. Liezl's experience of finding solace in mindfulness after struggling with chaos and overstimulation in her previou...

Support the show via my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AspergersStudio

Hannah's journey of self-discovery and acceptance as a therapist diagnosed with ADHD and being on the autistic spectrum in her late 40s is both inspiring and relatable. Her experience with trauma psychology and working with law enforcement professionals sheds light on the impact of trauma on individuals, emphasizing the need for effective coping mechanisms. ...