Off the Spectrum

Off the Spectrum

Join producer, comedian, and media analyst Madonna Kilpatrick and a selection of contributors for a show that explores the world, from art and pop culture to science and current events, from a neurodivergent lens.

Episodes

OTS - s2.ep4 - A Place for Everything

June 6, 2025 • 44 mins
Getting back into the swing of things is a challenge, but the mission remains clear! In the first part of our group discussion, Alda and I get super deep into Star Wars (again), and Brianna shares her insights into the game A Little To The Left, as well as a conversation with one of the game's creators!

For more on Max Inferno and A Little To The Left: https://www.maxinferno.com/
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OTS - s2.ep3 - Not Quite A Crisis...

April 2, 2025 • 26 mins
Join us as we discuss education and productivity with Kelly Coons!

Kelly Coons is an Autistic author and educator who studied English at Smith College and Human Development and Higher Education at Harvard Graduate School of Education. As an author, Kelly is interested in creating works where Autistic characters are allowed to be what most people are: neither geniuses nor dependent on others—in other words, dare I say it, typical. As...
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OTS Special Edition 1 - Town Hall Vibe

March 27, 2025 • 2 mins
You have to be able to hold your leadership accountable, no matter how mean they're being.

For more on how to RSVP to the Low Country Accountability Alliance's town hall: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/gm-whitley_lowcountry-accountability-alliance-is-excited-activity-7306480207962488834-C60t/
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OTS s2.ep2.b - What We Bring To The Table

March 3, 2025 • 24 mins
A wonderful and insightful conversation with Nicola Brown,  the Social Architect & Conversation Designer behind KOKORO! Join us as we discuss conscientious conversation, and our upcoming webinar: Neurodivergent Professionals Reshaping the Workforce!

For more information on how to join our upcoming discussion: Click Here

For more information on KOKORO: Click Here

To find out more about AANE: Click Here
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OTS s2.ep2.a - Full Moon Rising

February 7, 2025 • 51 mins
We meet again! Keri and Alda lead us in an in depth discussion about werewolves and their symbology and cultural impact. Then we segue to task management, executive dysfunction, and productivity in neurodivergence, from childhood to adulthood.
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OTS s2.ep1.a - Hello Again!

December 17, 2024 • 47 mins
The dawn of a new era! Join our contributors as we discuss the benefits of diagnosis and the impact it has on the lives of neurodivergent adults. Then Brianna shares with us her insights regarding the show The Great North, which leads to a long-form discussion regarding pop culture and comfort watching. 
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Grapes and Golgi Complexes

April 10, 2021 • 13 mins
Spring is here, classes have begun, and I'm already distracted! Plus, another exciting episode of Off the Spectrum Theatre, with Split Second Radio!
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Longevity and Lemonade

March 22, 2021 • 13 mins
Catching up on past projects and future research, and another exciting episode of Off the Spectrum Theatre, with Split Second Radio!
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Violin Strings and Community Outreach

January 8, 2021 • 14 mins
Expectations and Reality come face to face, and we debut Off the Spectrum Theater, with Split Second Radio!
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Television and All Its Promises

October 14, 2020 • 14 mins
In this episode, we run down Sports and Entertainment highlights, including (of course) the latest Star Wars news, and try to make sense of all of these new routines we have to develop, now that the old ones are problematic at best. Also, Standby for an All-Call for Weirdos!
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Isolation, Infantilization, Experimentation

May 27, 2020 • 18 mins
In this episode, we examine the rigors of isolation and the coping mechanisms that are getting us through. Then join us for a sneak peek of Off The Spectrum Theatre, featuring Split Second Improv!
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Star Wars - Week 2: Star-tism is Here To Stay!

January 13, 2020 • 35 mins
This week, we're talking Star Wars with Max and Calen! We discuss the role it's played in our lives, the intricacy of the storytelling, and its impact on our shared cultural heritage, while Max experiences his first, chilling, commercial break. SPOILERS! THERE ARE SPOILERS EVERYWHERE!!!

Find more at SearchForSigns.Wordpress.Com, and follow us on twitter at @MadonnaOTS
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Star Wars - Transition, Maturity, and Agency - Week 1

January 6, 2020 • 12 mins
This month, our themes are Star Wars, Transition, Maturity, and Agency. We examine Star Wars, the role it has played in our lives and in our development as people, and what lessons we can take away as the door closes on an important part of our shared cultural heritage. Find more at SearchForSigns.Wordpress.Com, and follow us on twitter at @MadonnaOTS
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OTS Ep 3 - Museum of Popular Culture

October 14, 2019 • 27 mins
We have the chance to talk with Jason and Natasha at the Museum of Popular Culture about the Sensory Friendly program that they have been developing, as well as their ongoing outreach to communities and educational programs throughout Puget Sound and beyond. Be sure to listen for details on how to get two free passes to MoPop!
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OTS ep 2 - Mark Goulston

August 31, 2019 • 42 mins
We talk with Dr. Mark Goulston about the increasingly interesting journey we find ourselves on as I continue to flourish under his mentorship. We also talk about the nature of communication, how we say what we say, and how it is heard.
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OTS Ep 1 - Kristin Sunanta Walker

July 4, 2019 • 30 mins
For our inaugural episode, we sit down with Kristin Sunanta Walker, patient advocate, public speaker, and CEO of the Mental Health News Radio Network, for a talk about autism, mental health, and my overall strangeness.
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