Autism
9 episodes
#4534: Savant Syndrome: When the Brain Rewires Itself
Savant syndrome isn't what pop culture tells you. We explore the real condition — congenital and acquired — and what it reveals about how brains work.
#3827: The Earplug Paradox: ADHD vs Autism
Same earplugs, completely different brain. Why ADHD and autism look alike on the surface but feel worlds apart.
#2730: Late Diagnosis at 57: Rewriting Your Life
What happens when you learn you’re autistic at 57? It’s not just relief—it’s a full rewrite of your entire life story.
#2415: Autism Numbers vs. the Noise
What the data actually says about global autism rates, diagnostic history, and why the numbers keep changing.
#2414: Is Love on the Spectrum Helping or Hurting?
A deep dive into the debates around Netflix's dating show: is it warm representation or a deficit lens?
#1266: The Manufactured Authenticity of Neurodivergent Reality TV
Is Netflix’s focus on neurodivergent dating genuine progress or a digital curiosity shop? We explore the ethics of "algorithmic empathy."
#821: The Pattern Seekers: Autism in Global Intelligence
Why are elite intelligence units recruiting autistic analysts? Explore the intersection of neurodiversity, AI, and national security.
#817: The Social Model Behind Neurodiversity
Is neurodivergence just a buzzword? Explore how shifting from a medical to a social model is reshaping our workplaces and identities.
#377: Why the World Feels Too Loud: ADHD and Sensory Processing
Ever feel like the world is turned up to eleven? Explore the link between ADHD and sensory processing disorder with Herman and Corn.