CFASA
Welcome to the CFASA podcast where we discuss various topics around neurodiversity and Autism Spectrum Disorder with self-advocates, program directors & occupational therapists, families, and clinicians.
- Update frequency
- every 49 days
- Average duration
- 51 minutes
- Episodes
- 10
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2023
Episode 10 - Autism and Art ft. Hilary and Mathieson
Episode 9 - Research on Autism-Specific Supports for Postsecondary Students ft. Emily Coombs
In our latest episode, we welcome back special guest Emily Coombs. She is an autistic researcher doing autism research, currently studying under Dr. Meredith Maroney and previously studied under Dr. …
Episode 8 - ASD through a First Nations Lens
For this edition of the CFASA podcast, we are joined by special guest Grant Bruno, a PhD student at the University of Alberta in the Department of Pediatrics. We explore his research focus and goals …
Episode 7 - Family Dynamics and Sibling Relationships ft. Haseeb and Iman
In this insightful episode, we are joined by Haseeb and Iman as we explore their sibling relationship and their family understandings and experiences with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Episode 6 - Coming Out Experiences ft. Emily Coombs
In this episode, we welcome Emily Coombs, an autistic researcher from the University of Victoria. We learn about her interpersonal relationships and explore how masking was a significant part of her …
Episode 5 - Early Childhood Intervention ft. Dr. Michael Stolte & Raj Chandel
In this episode, we discuss early childhood intervention for children on the Autism Spectrum with Dr. Michael Stolte, the Director of Clinical Services at the Centre for Autism Service Alberta and Ra…
Episode 4 - Employment Works Programs & Relationships ft. Nicholas
In this exciting episode, we get in touch with Nick, a previous participant and now mentor of the Employment Works Programs at the Centre for Autism. We explore numerous topics, ranging from the proc…
Episode 3 - Advocacy ft. Adam Kedmy
We are joined by Adam Kedmy as we explore what it means to be a self advocate and our role in helping create more inclusive communities.
Episode 2 - The Role of Language and Identity ft. Danielle Thomson
We are joined by self-advocate Danielle Thomson as we explore what it means to create inclusive communities through language and her experience as a working autistic professional.
Episode 1 - Reacting to Good Doctor & Neurodiversity with Jessica Pigeau
We sit down with Jessica Pigeau an ASD self-advocate and an up-and-coming stand-up comedian to discuss neurodiversity and public perception.