Episodes

  • Autism Live 1.21.26: Parent to Parent – Ways to Make Every Waking Hour a Fun Educational Environment
    Jan 21 2026

    Wouldn't it be great if you could make every waking hour a fun educational environment for your child on the spectrum? Research shows that doing so leads to your child's best life. On today's show Shannon gives tips and tricks to achieve this goal without breaking the bank or driving yourself into exhaustion! Who needs that? Follow this steps to get to a happy learner!

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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • Autism Live 1.14.26: A Parent's Guide to Your Child's Rights
    Jan 14 2026

    Are you having IEP issues? Being asked to move your child to a 504 Plan OR being told your child, who has a diagnosis of autism doesn't qualify for an IEP because there is no educational need? This is the show for you. Join Shannon as she talks through some of the current issues happening in schools and how a parent can best support their child through the mess.

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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • Autism Live 1.7.26: Anthony Vasquez
    Jan 7 2026

    On today's show Shannon welcomes Anthony Vaquez back to the show, to provide an update on his life, work, and musical experiences with Spec Labs. The jargon of the day is Autism.

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    1 hr
  • Autism Live 12.17.25: Toy and Gift guide
    Dec 17 2025

    In this episode, Shannon will guide through some of the award winning toys form this year's toy guides and their importance in your child's development.

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Autism Live 12.10.25: Matt Asner and Lauren DeVillier
    Dec 10 2025

    On today's show Shannon welcomes Matt Asner from The Ed Asner Family Center to discuss this year's It's a Wonderful Life table read. This event will be held on December 14th and benefits the programs at TEAFC, including their renowned day program. This year's cast features Ben Stiller, Michael Shannon, Martin Short and several of the cast members of Love on the Spectrum. Virtual tickets for the event can be purchased at https://teafc.org/events/wonderful-life/#stream-tickets-anchor

    Later in the show Shannon welcomes Lauren DeVillier, CEO of Exceptional Minds. Exceptional Minds is getting ready to celebrate its 15th year in 2026. Lauren shares some of the exciting updates including their new partnership with Cartoon Network Studios and how you can participate in their end-of-year giving drive. For more information on Exceptional Minds visit: https://exceptional-minds.org

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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Autism Live 12.3.25: Chelsea Darnell
    Dec 3 2025

    On Today's show Shannon welcomes Chelsea Darnell 2025 recipient of the Lending Your Voice Award to talk about Epic Players' December 10th performance of "Once Upon a Cabaret" – A Disney Themed Celebration of Inclusion and Talent at Barnsdall Art Theatre, featuring the Epic Players and special guests Kristen Bell and Josh Gad. To purchase tickets for the event visit https://givebutter.com/epiclacabaret.

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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • Autism Live 11.19.25: Festival of Toys (Part 2)
    Nov 19 2025

    Join us at 10 am as Shannon presents more award winning toys in this year's Festival of Toys!

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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • Autism Live 11.18.25: The Festival of Toys Part 1
    Nov 18 2025

    Join Shannon as she shows off some of this year's award winning toys!

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    1 hr and 5 mins