In this episode, Dr. Vicki Gibbs, a clinical psychologist and Head of Research at Aspect, and Amanda Scali, a teacher and assistant principal, share insights on the research behind sibling experiences, strategies for parents to support all their children, and personal stories and experiences about growing up with an Autistic sibling ..read more

Just in time for the school holidays! Host Madeleine Lobsey is joined by Kate Bondar, Senior Manager for Stakeholder Engagement and Passenger Experience Sydney Airport, and Ainslie Robinson, Aspect’s Working in Partnership Sr Officer.  Ainslie discusses her experiences travelling with her two children on the autism spectrum, provides her tips and tricks as an Autistic parent, and her wish list for airlines, cruise ships, theme parks and more. Kate also provides some tips when travelling through airports and how Sydney Airport is adapting to be more inclusive and sensory-friendly for peopl ..read more

In this episode, host Madeleine Lobsey is joined by author and medical writer Benison O’Reilly (‘The Australian Autism Handbook’, Ventura Press). Together they explore how to support Autistic teenagers through adolescence, offering advice on aiding their social interactions and friendships. They also address common puberty and mental health challenges to help parents provide comprehensive support during these transformative years. All rights reserved ..read more

Join us for the latest episode of the Aspect podcast ‘a different brilliant’. Our host, Madeleine Lobsey, is joined by Kerry Chin, an a-romantic/asexual Autistic person. In this episode, we discuss World Autism Understanding Day – not World Autism Awareness Day as some of you may have heard about, but Understanding Day. All rights reserved ..read more

On this episode of the Aspect podcast ‘a different brilliant’, Orion Kelly is joined by autism advocate, consultant, writer and parent of two children on the autism spectrum, Kirsty Russell. Orion and Kirsty explore the topic of positive parenting and explain how it is achievable with a child on the autism spectrum ..read more

On this episode of the Aspect podcast ‘a different brilliant’, Orion Kelly is joined by Adam Howie and Emma Dresens from Positive Partnerships. Orion, Adam, and Emma explore the topic of autism and first nations people. All rights reserved ..read more

On this episode of the Aspect podcast ‘a different brilliant’, Orion Kelly is joined by Professor Adam Guastella & Lorna Hankin from University of Sydney, and Stephanie Soans from Aspect Employment. Orion, Adam, Lorna, and Stephanie explore the topic of transitioning young Autistic adults from school to employment. Plus the important of inclusion and diversity in the workplace. All rights reserved ..read more

On this episode of the Aspect podcast ‘a different brilliant’, Orion Kelly explores the topic of women and girls on the spectrum. Over a 2 part episode we discussed why women have been traditionally under-represented on the autism spectrum. And on part 2 of the episode Orion is joined by actor, writer, author and Autistic woman Madeleine Ryan to discuss what it is like to be an Autistic woman ..read more

On this episode of the Aspect podcast ‘a different brilliant’, Orion Kelly is joined by Aspect Education National Director Maryanne Gosling. Orion and Maryanne explore the topic of autism specific education. All rights reserved ..read more

On this episode of the Aspect podcast ‘a different brilliant’, Orion Kelly is joined by A-League Women's Soccer star Emma Stanbury, and Aspect Occupational Therapist Amy Gruskin. Orion, Emma, and Amy explore the topic of movement, sport and autism. All rights reserved ..read more