Springbrook's Converge Autism Radio

Welcome to Springbrook's Converge Autism Radio, featuring viewpoints and insights about autism for parents and professionals who support children with autism every day. We select our speakers and guests based on their expertise and experience in the field of autism, and we want this program to bring you fresh ideas, practical tips and renewed hope. The ideas and opinions expressed on this program are not necessarily the viewpoint of Springbrook Autism Behavioral Health.

Springbrook's Converge Autism Radio is a health podcast hosted by Springbrook, with 347 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Springbrook hosts Springbrook's Converge Autism Radio, a health show with 347 episodes published.

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  Episode #126

  Creativity, Advocacy, and Autism: A Conversation with Artist & Author Motesem “Moe” Mansur

  Dec 30, 202525 minS7

  In this episode of Converge Autism Radio, guest host Joseph Fusaro sits down with artist, author, and autism advocate Motesem “Moe” Mansur for a deeply personal conversation about creativity, education, and resilience.<br /><br />Moe shares his lived experience growing up autistic in the 1990s, navigating giftedness alongside misunderstanding, and finding his voice through art and writing. The discussion explores how creative expression became both a lifeline and a form of advocacy for Moe — from his children’s book Teddy Turbine to his visual art, recovery-focused writing, and commitment to sharing his work with schools, nonprofits, and mental health programs. This epi...

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  Episode #125

  Autism in Women: Late Diagnosis, Masking, and the Minds That Move Us Forward

  Dec 16, 202535 minS7

  Originally recorded in 2019, this episode of Converge Autism Radio continues to resonate years later as conversations around late-diagnosed autistic women, masking, trauma, and identity have come into sharper focus.<br /><br />In Autism in Women: Late Diagnosis, Masking, and the Minds That Move Us Forward, we speak with Madonna Kilpatrick, a late-diagnosed autistic woman whose background spans anthropology, sociology, theater, improvisation, stand-up comedy, and museum education.<br /><br />Referred to the show by Dr. Mark Goulston, Madonna brings both intellectual rigor and lived experience to a deeply human conversation about what it means to discover your neurodivergence in adulthood—after de...

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  Episode #124

  Creating Safe Pathways: How Schools Can Support Autistic Students Through Crisis

  Nov 30, 202556 minS7

  In this episode of Converge Autism Radio, guest host Reid Miles speaks with Dr. Alice Ackerman and Rebecca Erwin, two experienced clinicians and educators working at the intersection of autism, behavioral health, and school crisis response.<br /><br />Together they explore:<br />The critical role schools play in supporting autistic studentsWhy behavior is communication — not defianceHow schools can respond to crisis without escalationWhat teachers and parents actually need during high-stress momentsThe importance of training, collaboration, and early interventionReal-world examples from clinical and educational settingsHow professionals can shift from fear and reactivity to understanding and partnershipThis is a grounded, compassionate conversation fo...

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  Episode #123

  Living Beyond the Numbers: Dyscalculia, Advocacy, and Hope

  Nov 11, 202544 minS7

  Guest host Reed Miles welcomes writer, photographer, and educator Michelle Steiner for an honest conversation about breaking barriers and redefining what it means to live—and thrive—with a learning disability.<br /><br />Michelle shares her journey with dyscalculia, her experiences in education, and how she turned stigma into strength through writing and photography. She now inspires others through her blog and online shop at michellesmission.com.<br /><br />Together, Reed and Michelle explore advocacy, sensitivity in support systems, and the importance of seeing ability beyond diagnosis.<br /><br /><br />www.springbrookbehavioral.com<br /><br />www.convergeautism.com<br /><br />www...

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  Episode #122

  Creative Brilliance and Neurodivergent Empowerment

  Oct 31, 202550 minS7

  In this inspiring episode of Converge Autism Radio, host Reid Miles sits down with artist, author, and creative business coach Mandy Nicholson to explore the deep connections between creativity and neurodivergence. Mandy—founder of The Creative Genius Consultant—shares her journey of self-diagnosed autism, raising two autistic children, and guiding other neurodivergent women to build thriving, passion-led businesses.<br />They discuss her bestselling book <b>Beyond the Ordinary: Discover the Power of Creative and Neurodiverse Women</b>, the challenges of late diagnosis, and how creativity can become a bridge to self-acceptance and empowerment. Learn more about Mandy’s work at https...

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