THE SJ CHILDS SHOW-Building a Community of Inclusion
🎙️ Welcome to The SJ Childs Show Podcast! 🎉
Join Sara Bradford—better known as SJ Childs—as she bridges understanding and advocacy for the neurodivergent community. This podcast shines a light on autism awareness, empowering stories, expert insights, and practical resources for parents, educators, and individuals alike.
Brought to you by The SJ Childs Global Network, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting autistic individuals and their families worldwide, this show is your weekly dose of inspiration and actionable ideas. Visit sjchilds.org to learn more about our mission, find resources, and connect with our growing community.
Catch us on platforms like Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Goodpods—or tune in Fridays at 8:30 AM EDT on the Helium Radio Network’s Life Improvement Radio (Channel 1). Together, let’s foster a brighter, more inclusive world! 🌟
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- Update frequency
- every 5 days
- Average duration
- 34 minutes
- Episodes
- 341
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
Autism Podcast Series Episode 177-Autistic Children's Book Author/Illustrator Alexandra Adlawan
In this episode, first off special shout out to my sis-in-love Vera Frederich, she is not only my heart's closest autism mentor, but she also referred this beautiful young lady to me fo…
Autism Podcast Series Episode 176-Founder of CARD Center for Autism and Related Disorders-Dr. Doreen Granpeeshah
In this episode, I have the great honor of speaking to an Icon and Pioneer of Autism related services. Doreen Granpeeshah opened the CARD center in 1979 and now there are more than 280+…
Autism Podcast Series Episode 175- Austrailian Musician, Pro-Wrestler and Advocate-Gareth Holmes
In this episode, I have an exciting conversation with a musician and pro wrestler out of Australia, Gareth Holmes. Growing up in a 9th generation of music, it was a natural thing for Ga…
Autism Podcast Series Episode 174- Autistic Blogger, Former Educator, IEP and Disability Law Advocate C.S. Wyatt
In this episode with C.S. Wyatt, an autistic blogger, former educator, IEP and Disability Education Law advocate, we dive deep into the American School System, its systematic issues, di…
Autism Podcast Series Episode 173-Autism, 2e Mother of 3, Creator of the Award Winning Film O'Kelley Legends: 2e Behind the Scenes-Harri James O'Kelley
This is one of those AH HAH moments episodes. You know what I mean, that moment you realize, have I just discovered a piece of myself through another? So profound. Harri James O'Kelley,…
Autism Podcast Series Episode 172- IRL Social Skills Program with Mara McLoughlin
In this episode, I have the honor of chatting with the founder of IRL Social Skills Mara McLoughlin. I've copied this directly from her website because I couldn't sum it up better mysel…
Autism Podcast Series Episode 171- Author, Hypnotherapist, and Autism Mom Angela Myer
In this episode, I explore a conversation with the Author of the "Undetected Narcissist" Angela Myer. She is also a hypnotherapist and helps others find the best paths to let go of thin…
Autism Podcast Series Episode 170- Autism Dad and Author-Clay Boatright
In this episode, I have a vulnerable and tender discussion with Author and Autism Dad of 2 daughters, Clay Boatright.Â
In his new book titled "God's Plan Our Circus" Clay discusses his j…
Autism Podcast Series Episode 169- Autistic Advocate & Professional DJ-Jake Maxwell- HEADS UP~Sensitive and Adult Discussions in this episode
In this episode I speak with Jake Maxwell, he is autistic and also lives with a mitochondrial condition. This is an adult discussion with topics such as LGBTQ+, LOBO, and Adult themed t…
Autism Podcast Series Episode 168- Autism and Fragile "X"-Exploring the Connection with Kirsten Fowler
In this episode, I have a vulnerable discussion about Autism and Fragile "X" Syndrome. You'll understand more about Fragile "X" and Autism and how closely related they can be. Plus she …
Autism Podcast Series Episode 167- The Modern Spectrum- Founder Christine Binko
In this week's episode, I talk to The Modern Spectrum Neurodiverse Family Parent Coach, Christine Binko. If you are a parent of a neurodiverse child, you know how challenging it can be …
Autism Podcast Series Episode 166- Autism Special Education Teacher with Tourettes- Mark Chartier
Mark is an exceptional teacher and has such a commitment to his students. He teaches them to have faith and belief in their value as humans. We could all wish to have such an amazing te…
Autism Podcast Series Episode 165- Rob Gorski, Autism Dad and Podcast Host of the Autsim Dad Podcast
In this conversation, I speak with Rob Gorski, founder and host of the Autism Dad Podcast. Throughout his journey with 3 on the Autism Spectrum, he has created a blog and podcast to hel…
Autism Podcast Series Episode 164- Autism Legal Advocate Professor Samuel Levine
I'm honored to speak with Professor of Law and Director of the Jewish Law Institute Samuel Levine in this episode. Over his years working as the director of the Touro Law Center, Profes…
Autism Podcast Series Episode 163- Autistic Singer Songwriter and New Upcoming Icon Advocate-Cierra June
Cierra June is an upcoming Autistic Icon. She is a singer, songwriter, and an advocate showing the world that hard work, dedication, and commitment to being your true self, is how you c…
Autism Podcast Series Episode 162- Autism Pioneer and Mom- Autism TikTok Influencer-Betsy Hicks Russ
Autism Pioneer Mom and TikTok influencer Betsy Hicks Russ in this episode. She shares her stories of Joey, her adult autistic non-verbal adult son, and their journeys to teach the world…
Autism Podcast Series Episode 161-Tim Goldstein Neurodiverse Communications Specialist Part 2
In this 2-Part Episode, I have the honor to speak with Tim Goldstein. Tim was late diagnosed as autistic and has found his calling as a neurodiverse communications specialist. He is an …
Autism Podcast Series Episode 161-Tim Goldstein Neurodiverse Communications Specialist Part 1
In this 2-Part Episode, I have the honor to speak with Tim Goldstein. Tim was late diagnosed as autistic and has found his calling as a neurodiverse communications specialist. He is an …
Season 6 Headliner-Autism Podcast Series Episode 160- Dr. Kerry Magro Ed.D Award Winning Author and Icon Advocate in the Autism Community
Welcome to Season 6, we're going to do things a little differently for the new year! In this episode, I talk with Dr. Kerry Magro Ed.D., an award-winning autistic professional speaker, …
Design Your Space with Your Intuition-Keynote Speaker, Life Designer, and Writer Shana Francesca
When you think of interior design, what do you think of? In this episode, I speak with Life Designer Shana Francesca as we discuss designing with intention and intuition. So much to lea…