Late To The Party - a podcast on Autism, AuDHD and Neurodivergence
A podcast dedicated to late-diagnosed and self-diagnosed individuals on the autism spectrum, including those with AuDHD and other neurodivergent traits. Each episode will explore various topics that examine the experiences of individuals who have navigated life without prior awareness of their neurodivergence. Our host, Dan, offers a personal and experiential perspective, with the intention of sharing stories that may provide assistance and support to others on similar journeys.
Episodes
56 episodes
Episode 56 - The Autistic and Neurodivergent brain on beliefs
In this episode, we explore how our brains form and hold beliefs, even when they aren't factual. We discuss good vs. bad evidence, Autism and Identity Theory, and how personal experiences shape our beliefs. We also have fun with a fake pr...
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Episode 56
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53:49
Episode 55 - Neurodivergent task management and organisation hacks
Welcome to episode 55 of Late To The Party! On this episode we are exploring essential online tools and strategies to enhance executive functioning for neurodivergent individuals. From time management tips to organisational hacks, we’ll cover s...
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Episode 55
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54:20
Episode 54 - A BIG announcement OR Autistic people do not like change
In this episode of “Late To The Party,” Bianca and Dan drop a bombshell with a shock announcement that you won’t want to miss! But that’s not all—we dive into a fascinating
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Episode 54
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56:52
Episode 53 - Animal-Assisted Therapy with Maggie Broom
Host Dan chats with Maggie Broom about the benefits of equine therapy. Maggie explains how working with horses can improve physical, mental, and emotional well-being. We talk about -:How does animal-assisted therapy with horses d...
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Episode 53
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1:01:43
Episode 52 - the relationship between Alexithymia and Autism
Welcome to another episode of Late To The Party with your hosts, Bianca and Dan! 🎉 Today, we’re diving into a fascinating and important topic: the relationship between autism and alexithymia.Join us as we explore how these two con...
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Episode 52
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55:21
Episode 51 - Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria
Welcome to today’s episode, where we delve into the often misunderstood world of Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD). This condition, closely associated with ADHD, manifests as an intense emotional response to perceived or actual rejecti...
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Episode 51
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Episode 50 - Austism camp and celebrating our fiftieth episode
In this milestone episode, hosts Bianca and Dan reflect on getting to our 50th episode relatively unscathed and with a troupe of Party Poopers joining the party (in their own time of course). Thanks to you all for your continuing support and en...
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Episode 50
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53:08
Episode 49 - CEO of autism organisation Different Journeys Mel Spencer
We are so happy to finally be speaking with Mel Spencer, the Chief Executive Officer of Different Journeys, is a fierce Autistic advocate. As a parent to three Autistic teenagers and an Aut...
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Episode 49
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1:02:13
Episode 48 - Listener Questions from our Party Poopers
Bianca and Dan have much to discuss on this episode, from sex mad SIMS, weird stalkers, upsetting Ben Lee and much more. But most importantly there has been a flurry of activity over on the private Facebook page with some fascinating insights a...
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Episode 48
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1:02:24
Episode 47 the queer and autistic experience with Koda - Part 2
We are so very proud to release part 2 with Koda, an independant support worker with a wealth of knowledge and experience in all things queer, trans, autism and gender. We had sooooo many questions. Please come join us on our so...
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Episode 47
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Episode 46 - the queer and autistic experience with Koda - Part 1
We are so very proud to release part 1 of a 2 part episode with Koda, an independant support worker with a wealth of knowledge and experience in all things queer, trans, autism and gender. We had sooooo many questions. Here is what was covered ...
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Episode 46
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1:01:00
Episode 45 - The incredible value of Support Coordinators
On this episode we welcome Jason Crabtree from Bubble Support, a disability services and support organisation. Disability support coordinators play a vital role in improving the lives of individuals with disabilities. They assess n...
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Episode 45
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1:11:45
Episode 44 - Autistic self care post party
So you had a big night and you have woken up exhausted. On this episode we explore the challenges of how to take care of yourself after a big night out. Attending big parties can be challenging for autistic individuals due to sensory overload a...
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Episode 44
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56:11
Episode 43 - Autism and preparing for a party
There is a reason we called the podcast Late To The Party. On this episode we explore the challenges of preparing yourself for an upcoming event. We provide some useful tips on how to get yourself ready for what can be an overwhelming experienc...
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Episode 43
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1:00:09
Episode 42 - misconceptions about Autistic adults
Welcome to episode 42 Party Poopers. Welcome to our podcast where we discuss the misconceptions surrounding autistic adults. Autism is a complex neurodevelopmental disorder that affects communication, social interaction, and behavior. Unfortuna...
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Episode 42
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53:18
Episode 41 - Do you think I am autistic?
Welcome to season 3 of Late To The Party. What a year it was. Thank you to all our listeners for their ongoing support and a big thank you to all our Party Poopers on the private group for their continued contributions. Everyone is welcome to j...
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Season 3
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Episode 41
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1:03:33
Episode 40 - Our Christmas Autistic Family Spectacular
Bianca and Dan proudly present their unforgettable Autistic Family Spectacular. How our dear listeners choose to interpret the word unforgettable is up to them. This is not our usual format and dare we hazard to say the professionalism this epi...
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Episode 40
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58:12
Episode 39 - autistic teenagers
On this episode Bianca and Dan talk all things teenager. Specifically, how different is the teenage experience for autistic people. With depression, anxiety and eating disorders being so prevalent for autistic teens, it is not a stretch to say ...
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Episode 39
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43:14
Episode 38 - holiday guide for autistic travellers
Have you packed your toothbrush? Never fear, Bianca and Dan take you on a journey of discovery as they discuss what it is like being autistic and going on holiday. To help us we invited special attaché party pooper Sonja as she regales us with ...
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Episode 38
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1:15:44
Episode 37 - Autism and coping with Christmas chaos
Bianca and Dan talk about the upcoming holidays, what we enjoy and what we struggle with. Most importantly they provide some excellent coping strategies (well some are pretty weird) to help you get through the silly season. Dan also shares some...
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Episode 37
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59:02
Episode 36 - Autism and anxiety
Bianca and Dan have been absent for a few weeks and Chartreuse has something to say about that. Which leads us to this episode's topic. Anxiety. On a previous episode the listeners got to experience Bianca going through a tough stretch with her...
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Episode 36
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1:06:06
Episode 35 - Rini from Wilderness Labs
This episode has a smell of success about it. There is an aroma of positivity and friendship in the air as we speak to perfumer Rini, a late diagnosed autistic who owns and runs Wilderness Labs, an award-winning business that sells botanical So...
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Episode 34 - Make Autism great again?
On this episode we dispel the idea that we need to return to better days. For an autistic person this is not a sensible or likely solution. We read a brilliant article from Kristy Forbes and look a...
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Episode 34
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1:06:13
Episode 33 - Why you need an OT with Charlinda Parsons
This episode we speak with Occupational Therapist Charlinda Parsons. For anyone late diagnosed autistic or ADHD this is an incredibly informative conversation that provides insight into why an adult needs an OT just as much as any other age.
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Episode 33
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1:09:51
Episode 32 - Autistic advocate Nicholas McMahill
On this episode we get to speak to Nicholas McMahill. We have been following his journey on Facebook for a while now and have been so impressed by how much he has achieved in such a short time since being diagnosed Autistic. He is a Special Oly...
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Episode 23
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