When I sat down with Trishta on The Neurodivergent Connection, one theme kept coming up again and again: autistic people do not stop being human because they have a diagnosis. They still want friendship. They may want love. They may want intimacy, trust, independence, and someone who gets them without making them perform for acceptance. In short: autistic connection is not a side issue. It is part of life. That sounds obvious, but in practice, it often gets missed. Support…
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How to Build a Village After an Autism Diagnosis: Lessons From Catherine Hughes
Posted on July 17, 2026Some conversations stay with me long after the mic is off. My conversation with Catherine Hughes was one of them. In short: this conversation reminded me that neurodiversity support starts with listening, grows through community, and works best when we replace judgment with care. Catherine shared her story with honesty and courage. Before she was known as an advocate, author, speaker, and leader, she was a young single mom trying to understand why her son was struggling. What she needed…
Behind the Scenes: Casting an Autistic Boy as the Star of Mountain Boy
Posted on May 12, 2025
In this episode of Inside the Aspergers Studio, host Reid Miles chats with Nancy Paton, a filmmaker and mother of an autistic child, about her experiences creating the film “Mountain Boy” and the importance of authentic representation in cinema. Nancy shares her personal journey with her son, Nasser, who is on the autism spectrum, and how his unique perspective has influenced her work as a filmmaker. Throughout the conversation, she provides valuable insights into the challenges and joys of…
The Magic Inside: How Art Transformed My Mental Health
Posted on February 22, 2025
Support the show via my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AspergersStudio It’s about exploring, it’s about having a go. It’s not being afraid to just splash a bit of paint or it’s not being afraid to express yourself and it’s not copying somebody else. It’s finding your own, your own style that’s inside of you. – Debbie Crouch Debbie Crouch, a creative wellness therapeutic art tutor and co-author of Beyond the Ordinary, shared her inspiring journey from being told she wasn’t good at art…
The Spectrum of Parenthood: Raising Kids Across the Rainbow of Neurodiversity
Posted on February 22, 2025
Don’t be afraid to put who you are and your version of the spectrum on paper, because autistic people need that. We don’t need just one type of Autism being displayed. Please bring all of the stories and be as authentic as you possibly can be because someone is going to resonate with it. – Deandra Davis In this episode of Inside the Aspergers Studio, host Reid Miles delves into a deep and insightful conversation with Deandra Davis, an author,…
Color Outside the Lines: An ADHD Artist on Defying Expectations and Following Her Bliss
Posted on February 22, 2025
Caroline West, a sustainable artist and co-author of Beyond the Ordinary: 30 Neurodiverse Stories from 30 Women, shares her personal journey and insights on the Inside the Asperger Studios podcast with host Reid Miles. Throughout the conversation, Caroline candidly discusses her experiences with burnout, self-discovery, and embracing her ADHD. She reflects on her transition from burnout to pursuing her passion as an artist, highlighting the transformative power of art and sustainability in her life. Additionally, Caroline emphasizes the importance of…
Starting Over: An Artist’s Journey with Autism and ADHD
Posted on January 23, 2025
Support the show via my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AspergersStudio Jo Phillips, an illustrator and designer from Hertfordshire, shares her inspiring journey of rediscovering her career after facing medical retirement. Diagnosed with autism in 2020 and later with ADHD, Jo’s newfound understanding of her identity has empowered her to pursue her passion for illustration, now focusing on being a surface pattern designer. Her diagnosis brought a flood of self-compassion, providing clarity to her lifelong struggles. Jo’s candid account of how medication has positively…
From Corporate to Canvas: How I Found My Passion Through Painting
Posted on January 16, 2025
Support the show via my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AspergersStudio At 57, Andrea Clare Brooks, known as the Menopause Artist, discovered her artistic talent, coinciding with her realization of being neurodiverse with ADHD and potentially being on the autism spectrum. This revelation came at a time when she was navigating her children’s neurodiversity, with one diagnosed with autism and ADHD, and the suspicion that her other two children are also neurodiverse. Her journey into art began with a watercolor workshop during lockdown, leading…
The Joys and Challenges of Raising an Autistic Son
Posted on January 10, 2025
Looking for an ASD life coach who truly understands the challenges of late diagnosis and the journey of self-discovery? Dive into my latest episode of Inside the Asperger Studios, where I chat with Robin Love, a mental health counselor and coach specializing in neurodiversity. In our laid-back conversation, Robin shares her personal journey of being diagnosed with autism later in life and how it reshaped her outlook. Discover how her experience led her to become an ASD life coach and…
The Surprising First Step for Healing Trauma: Validating Your Experiences
Posted on January 7, 2025
Support the show via my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AspergersStudio Harris Hill, a seasoned entrepreneur, embarked on a unique journey of self-discovery and resilience. Their path, marked by unconventional ventures and a deep sense of purpose, led them to specialize in relational trauma recovery. After years of unknowingly living with the aftermath of abuse and difficult family dynamics, Harris found their calling in helping others process trauma. Their personal journey, marked by misdiagnoses and societal misunderstandings, sheds light on the challenges faced by…