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Intersections on the Spectrum

Intersections on the Spectrum

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The Intersections on the Spectrum podcast is the brainchild of Doug Blecher and Kelly Bron Johnson, created to discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. We aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn’t know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen.
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Intersections on the Spectrum: Dr. TC Waisman

Intersections on the Spectrum Feb 02, 2021

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Intersections on the Spectrum: Doug and Kelly

Intersections on the Spectrum: Doug and Kelly

In this episode of a podcast, Doug Blecher and Kelly Bron Johnson discuss their experiences with grief. Doug shares that he recently lost his mother and has been finding it difficult to cope. He mentions that reading about grief and researching other people's experiences has been helpful for him. Kelly talks about her own experiences with grief, including the death of her father, and how it affected her emotionally and physically. They discuss the importance of allowing oneself to feel and express grief, as well as the challenges of navigating social interactions and support from others. They also talk about finding joy and creating new rituals in the midst of grief.

Feb 27, 202441:35
Intersections on the Spectrum: Corin Purifoy

Intersections on the Spectrum: Corin Purifoy

Corin Purifoy joins this episode to discuss knitting, the importance of making mistakes, and being a contestant on Jeopardy. To learn more about Corin visit https://www.instagram.com/i.knit.u.knot/


Join  Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn’t know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. 


Dec 27, 202326:50
Intersections on the Spectrum: Doug and Kelly

Intersections on the Spectrum: Doug and Kelly

We discuss many of the problems for why the police aren't helpful and in many cases harmful to autistic people.

Join  Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn’t know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. 


Sep 27, 202324:03
Intersections on the Spectrum: Matthew Rushin

Intersections on the Spectrum: Matthew Rushin

You don't want to miss this episode. Matthew Rushin joins this episode to discuss how the police can do a much better job when interacting with autistics, as well as opportunities he is currently pursuing, and his philosophy on life.


Join  Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn’t know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. 


Aug 22, 202344:23
Intersections on the Spectrum: Kelly and Doug

Intersections on the Spectrum: Kelly and Doug

On this episode Kelly and Doug, the hosts of Intersections on the Spectrum, talk about their experiences with yoga, self care, and getting their needs met in the workplace.

Join  Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn’t know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. 

Aug 03, 202339:56
Intersections on the Spectrum: Monetta Wilson

Intersections on the Spectrum: Monetta Wilson

Monetta Wilson joins this episode to discuss accessibility in yoga, cultural appropriation, and how her wellness coaching  become an expert on their body by discovering the best embodiment practices for their specific needs. To learn more about Monetta Wilson visit https://monettawilson.com .

Join  Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn’t know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. 

Jul 11, 202337:38
Intersections on the Spectrum: Kelly and Doug

Intersections on the Spectrum: Kelly and Doug

On this episode Kelly and Doug, the hosts of Intersections on the Spectrum, talk about their own identities and how it impacts their lives.

Join  Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn’t know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. 

Jun 27, 202339:53
Intersections on the Spectrum: Kayla Smith

Intersections on the Spectrum: Kayla Smith

We are back with the first episode of Season 3! Kayla Smith joins us to discuss #BlackAutisticPride. To access the transcript of this episode visit intersectionsonthespectrum.com . To learn more about Kayla visit https://www.instagram.com/blackautistickayla/ .


Join  Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn’t know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen. 

Jun 13, 202319:27
Intersections on the Spectrum: Sergio Rivera
Nov 15, 202259:01
Intersections on the Spectrum: Katrina Frank
Nov 01, 202240:52
Intersections on the Spectrum: Chris
Oct 18, 202202:01:39
Intersections on the Spectrum: Jenny Mai Phan
Oct 13, 202203:23:03
Intersections on the Spectrum: Jude Olubodun
Oct 12, 202202:28:43
Intersections on the Spectrum: Izabelle Azevedo
Aug 30, 202201:52:16
Intersections on the Spectrum: Tre Ventour-Griffiths
Aug 16, 202238:17
Intersections on the Spectrum: Franci Hernandez

Intersections on the Spectrum: Franci Hernandez

Social media algorithms have far too often made it difficult to find accounts from marginalized creators. Franci Hernandez joins this episode to discuss these algorithms for Indigenous and Latinx communities,light skin privilege, and receiving her masters in forensic science blood stain pattern analysis.
Aug 02, 202226:13
Intersections on the Spectrum: Katrina Liew Pilkington

Intersections on the Spectrum: Katrina Liew Pilkington

Season 2 returns with a great discussion with Katrina Liew Pilkington about unprecedented levels of food insecurity, diet culture, and diversity and inclusion within the health and wellness industry.
Read the transcript of this episode at
intersectionsonthespectrum.com/
Join Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn’t know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen.
To learn more about Katrina please visit www.fittykat.com. If you are interested in being interview on the Intersections on the Spectrum email us at intersectionsonthespectrum@gmail.com
Jul 19, 202222:57
Intersections on the Spectrum: Oriane Toguem

Intersections on the Spectrum: Oriane Toguem

Black is beautiful. Black is talented. Oriane Toguem joins this episode to discuss her experiences of being a model and opera singer of Cameroonian descent, and how she stays away from trouble and negativity.Read the transcript of this episode at intersectionsonthespectrum.com/
Join Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn’t know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen.
If you are interested in being interview on the Intersections on the Spectrum email us at intersectionsonthespectrum@gmail.com
Apr 28, 202210:21
Intersections on the Spectrum:Morenike Giwa Onaiwu

Intersections on the Spectrum:Morenike Giwa Onaiwu

Morenike Giwa Onaiwu joins us to discuss autism’s white privilege problem and being an editor on a book about autism acceptance.Read the transcript of this episode at intersectionsonthespectrum.com/
Join Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn’t know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen.
If you are interested in being interview on the Intersections on the Spectrum email us at intersectionsonthespectrum@gmail.com
Apr 28, 202245:25
Intersections on the Spectrum: Dr. Nick Walker

Intersections on the Spectrum: Dr. Nick Walker

If you want to know about the neurodiversity paradigm and neuroqueering then this is the episode for you! Dr. Nick Walker joins us to discuss her book Neuroqueer Heresies and the foundations, terminology, implications, and leading edges of the  neurodiversity paradigm.

Read the transcript of this episode at https://intersectionsonthespectrum.com/

To learn more about Diem visit https://neuroqueer.com/

Join  Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn’t know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen.

If you are interested in being interview on the Intersections on the Spectrum email us at intersectionsonthespectrum@gmail.com



Feb 15, 202254:10
Intersections on the Spectrum: Diem Mooney

Intersections on the Spectrum: Diem Mooney

Many autistic people have this habit of observing other people to try to understand what is going on in their mind in order to make sense of the world. Diem Mooney joins this episode to discuss this, how we all have privilege one way or another, the ways in which online learning has helped Diem earn multiple college degrees, and so much more.

 Read the transcript of this episode at https://intersectionsonthespectrum.com/

To learn more about Diem visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/diem-mooney/

Join  Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn’t know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen.

If you are interested in being interview on the Intersections on the Spectrum email us at intersectionsonthespectrum@gmail.com

Feb 01, 202245:50
Intersections on the Spectrum: AJ Link

Intersections on the Spectrum: AJ Link

Season 2 of the Intersections on the Spectrum podcast is here!  When people co-opt ideas or concepts to meet their own needs it can be really harmful. AJ Link joins this episode to discuss how concepts like critical race theory and say her name have been co-opted and been really harmful to those with marginalized identities. AJ also discusses the impact of social media in spreading misinformation, how the bar exam disproportionately bars access to those with marginalized identities, and his role in shaping human rights in space for the benefits of humanity.

Read the transcript of this episode at  https://intersectionsonthespectrum.com/

To learn more about AJ Link visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/jabarilink/

Join  Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn’t know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen.

If you are interested in being interview on the Intersections on the Spectrum email us at intersectionsonthespectrum@gmail.com

Jan 18, 202231:58
Intersections on the Spectrum: Lyric Holmans

Intersections on the Spectrum: Lyric Holmans

Lyric Holmans joins this episode of Intersections on the Spectrum to discuss their identities, lobbying against ABA, open relationships, and living in an RV.  We do want to let you know there  is a content warning for an important discussion about shock treatment at the Judge Rotenberg Center from 10:53-16:12. 

To learn more about Lyric please visit any of the following: 

www.NeuroDivergentRebel.com

 www.NeuroDivergentConsulting.org, www.Facebook.com/NeuroDivergentRebel

www.Instagram.com/NeuroDivergentRebel

www.Twitter.com/NeuroRebel

www.youtube.com/c/NeurodivergentRebel/

Join  Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn’t know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen.

If you are interested in being interview on the Intersections on the Spectrum email us at intersectionsonthespectrum@gmail.com

Aug 17, 202141:55
Intersections on the Spectrum: Iqra Babar

Intersections on the Spectrum: Iqra Babar

Iqra Babar joins this episode to discuss her experiences as a Muslim Pakistani autistic woman with ADHD. We also talk with Iqra about being a digital artist and the comic she has created with a variety of disabled characters. Learn more about Iqra at instagram.com/iqradraws and https://iqradraws.co.uk/

Join  Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn’t know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen.

If you are interested in being interview on the Intersections on the Spectrum email us at intersectionsonthespectrum@gmail.com

Aug 03, 202125:26
Intersections on the Spectrum: Autistic Travel Goddess

Intersections on the Spectrum: Autistic Travel Goddess

Autistic Travel Godess joins this episode of Intersections on the Spectrum to talk about her  love of travel, travel tips for autistics, all the countries she has been to,  where she wants to go to next, and so much more. Learn more about Autistic Travel Goddess  by visiting her instagram at https://www.instagram.com/autistictravelgoddess/.

Join  Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn’t know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen.

If you are interested in being interview on the Intersections on the Spectrum email us at intersectionsonthespectrum@gmail.com

Jul 20, 202129:11
Intersections on the Spectrum: Daniel Leong
Jul 06, 202134:15
Intersections on the Spectrum: Ayanna Davis

Intersections on the Spectrum: Ayanna Davis

Ayanna Davis joins this episode of Intersections on the Spectrum to talk about her neurodivergent, black, and artstic identities.  Learn more about Ayanna by visiting her instagram at https://www.instagram.com/phenomenallyautistic/

Join  Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn’t know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen.

If you are interested in being interview on the Intersections on the Spectrum email us at intersectionsonthespectrum@gmail.com

Jun 08, 202115:23
Intersections on the Spectrum: Liana Rodriguez

Intersections on the Spectrum: Liana Rodriguez

Liana Rodriguez joins this episode of Intersections on the Spectrum to talk about her autistic, lgbt, and diverse cultural identities. We also get to discuss her special interests of urban planning and how to make the communities we live in more inclusive. Learn more about Liana by visiting her website at https://lirodriguez.xyz/index.html.

Join  Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn’t know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen.

If you are interested in being interview on the Intersections on the Spectrum email us at intersectionsonthespectrum@gmail.com

May 25, 202127:21
Intersections on the Spectrum: Angela Weddle

Intersections on the Spectrum: Angela Weddle

Angela Weddle  joins this episode to talk about her identities of being BIPOC, queer, autistic, and a disabled artist. To learn more about Angela's art please visit https://angela-weddle.pixels.com/

Join  Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as we discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn’t know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen.

If you are interested in being interview on the Intersections on the Spectrum email us at intersectionsonthespectrum@gmail.com

May 11, 202129:02
Intersections on the Spectrum: Asiatu Lawoyin
Apr 27, 202121:17
Intersections on the Spectrum: Maisie Soetantyo
Apr 12, 202137:21
Intersections on the Spectrum: Tiffany Joseph
Mar 30, 202124:41
Intersections on the Spectrum: Kayley Whalen
Mar 16, 202140:59
Intersections on the Spectrum: Kayla Rodriguez
Mar 02, 202119:34
Intersections on the Spectrum: Troy Sawyer

Intersections on the Spectrum: Troy Sawyer

On this episode Troy Sawyer joins us to discuss the intersections about autistic and gay identities.  

To learn more about Troy you can find him on linkedin at https://www.linkedin.com/in/troy-sawyer-00627270/

Join  Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as they discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn’t know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen.

If you are interested in being interview on the Intersections on the Spectrum email us at intersectionsonthespectrum@gmail.com

Feb 16, 202141:45
Intersections on the Spectrum: Dr. TC Waisman

Intersections on the Spectrum: Dr. TC Waisman

On this episode TC Waisman joins us to discuss the intersections of  higher education, Indigenous Pasifika, black, and lgbtq+ for those on the spectrum. 

To learn more about Dr. TC Waisman visit: https://adaptcoach.com/

Join  Kelly Bron Johnson and Doug Blecher as they discuss intersectional issues within the autistic community, and give visibility to commonly marginalized, repressed, underrepresented, or erased identities and issues. On this podcast we aim to introduce you to the people and stories you didn’t know about, but needed to hear, and hope that seeing yourself represented in the community, allows you to feel seen.

If you are interested in being interview on the Intersections on the Spectrum email us at intersectionsonthespectrum@gmail.com

Feb 02, 202126:37
Intersections on the Spectrum: Alex Earhart
Jan 19, 202123:44
Intersections on the Spectrum: Lydia X.Z. Brown
Jan 05, 202123:59