The Autism Roundtable

Parenting a child with autism is never easy. Hear from the experts to be empowered. Know more, to do more.

The Autism Roundtable is a health podcast hosted by Leah Gross, with 29 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.

Leah Gross hosts The Autism Roundtable, a health show with 29 episodes published.

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  Episode #29

  Developmental Pediatrician Explains Autism & What Comes Next with Dr. Nallapati

  Mar 8, 202659 minS1

  <p>What if the biggest shift in your child’s future starts with one decision you’ve been putting off? In this episode, we dive into the emotional, medical, and deeply human side of navigating neurodivergence—and what parents often get wrong (and right) along the way.</p><p>In this episode of The Autism Roundtable, host Leah Gross sits down with Dr. Nallapati, a developmental pediatrician and founder of Turtle Pediatrics, to unpack the realities of diagnosing and supporting neurodivergent children. From her unconventional path into pediatrics to her innovative telehealth model, Dr. Nallapati shares how meeting families in their...

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  Episode #28

  Seeing the Child, Not the Diagnosis with Jenn Bailey

  Feb 22, 202646 minS1

  <p>What does it look like when a parent stops fighting the diagnosis and starts seeing the child more clearly?</p><p>In this episode of The Autism Roundtable, Leah Gross speaks with children’s author Jenn Bailey about parenting, perspective shifts, sensory overload, inclusion, and how stories can help children better understand themselves and each other.</p><p>Leah Gross welcomes author Jenn Bailey for a thoughtful conversation about autism, parenting, and the power of literature to foster empathy. Jenn shares her family’s experience navigating her child’s diagnosis, the supports that made a difference, and the mindset change...

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  Episode #27

  Navigating the medical arena with Zahava Ginsburg

  Feb 8, 202649 minS1

  <p>What can make a hospital visit less overwhelming for an autistic or neurodiverse child, and how can parents walk in better prepared?</p><p>In this episode, Zahava Ginsburg shares how child life specialists help children and families navigate medical settings with more calm, dignity, and support.</p><p>Zahava explains the unique role of child life specialists in helping children and families cope with medical experiences, especially in hospital environments that can feel overwhelming for autistic and neurodiverse patients.</p><p>She shares how preparation, sensory awareness, and simple supports like fidgets, headphones, and clear planning can make...

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  Episode #26

  How parents can advocate for their children with Erica Viel

  Jan 25, 202650 minS1

  <p>What if one of the most powerful ways to help your child in school has less to do with pushing harder and more to do with communicating smarter? </p><p>In this episode, Leah Gross speaks with Erica Viel about advocacy, school collaboration, dyslexia, and how parents can become confident, effective partners in their child’s educational journey.</p><p>Discussion Points:</p>Erica Viel’s personal and professional journey in special education and autism supportWhat makes a teacher truly impactful for children who struggleHow parents can advocate effectively without creating tensionThe purpose of IEP meetings, 504 accommodations, and school-based coll...

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  Episode #25

  Autism to Independence with Laura McKenna

  Jan 11, 202643 minS1

  <p>What happens after early intervention ends? In this hopeful and practical conversation, Laura McKenna shares her journey from autism diagnosis to college acceptance, offering parents a powerful roadmap for raising confident, capable young adults on the spectrum.</p><p>Key Questions Explored in the Episode:</p>How can an autism diagnosis become a tool rather than just an emotional milestone?What should parents focus on during the early years that impacts long-term independence?What changes during the teenage years, and why do supports need to shift?What are transition programs and how do families access them?What resources exist...

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