Autism Live
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The #1 rated autism podcast worldwide. Autism Live's mission is to provide information and inspiration to the larger autism community, that starts with individuals on the spectrum but includes everyone who loves and cares for those individuals. Host Shannon Penrod shares the Jargon of the Day, interviews with experts, community events and much more. Viewers are invited to interact live to address questions, concerns and topics of interests.
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Dec 10, 2025 • 1h 3min
Autism Live 12.10.25: Matt Asner and Lauren DeVillier
On today's show Shannon welcomes Matt Asner from The Ed Asner Family Center to discuss this year's It's a Wonderful Life table read. This event will be held on December 14th and benefits the programs at TEAFC, including their renowned day program. This year's cast features Ben Stiller, Michael Shannon, Martin Short and several of the cast members of Love on the Spectrum. Virtual tickets for the event can be purchased at https://teafc.org/events/wonderful-life/#stream-tickets-anchor Later in the show Shannon welcomes Lauren DeVillier, CEO of Exceptional Minds. Exceptional Minds is getting ready to celebrate its 15th year in 2026. Lauren shares some of the exciting updates including their new partnership with Cartoon Network Studios and how you can participate in their end-of-year giving drive. For more information on Exceptional Minds visit: https://exceptional-minds.org
Dec 3, 2025 • 1h 2min
Autism Live 12.3.25: Chelsea Darnell
On Today's show Shannon welcomes Chelsea Darnell 2025 recipient of the Lending Your Voice Award to talk about Epic Players' December 10th performance of "Once Upon a Cabaret" – A Disney Themed Celebration of Inclusion and Talent at Barnsdall Art Theatre, featuring the Epic Players and special guests Kristen Bell and Josh Gad. To purchase tickets for the event visit https://givebutter.com/epiclacabaret.
Nov 19, 2025 • 1h 11min
Autism Live 11.19.25: Festival of Toys (Part 2)
Join us at 10 am as Shannon presents more award winning toys in this year's Festival of Toys!
Nov 18, 2025 • 1h 5min
Autism Live 11.18.25: The Festival of Toys Part 1
Join Shannon as she shows off some of this year's award winning toys!
Nov 5, 2025 • 1h 4min
Autism Live 11.5.25: Tips for a GFCF Thanksgiving
Take a look at Shannon's tips for a gluten free and casing free Thanksgiving!
Oct 29, 2025 • 1h 2min
Autism Live 10.29.25: Tips for Halloween Success!
Tune in today as Shannon gives last minute tips for Halloween success!
Oct 22, 2025 • 1h 2min
Autism Live 10.22.25: Diet & Autism
On Today's show Shannon dissects the steps to make your child's diet as healthy as possible. Spoiler alert! It doesn't start with a GFCF diet anymore!
Oct 22, 2025 • 1h 2min
Autism Live 10.22.25: Diet & Autism
On Today's show Shannon dissects the steps to make your child's diet as healthy as possible. Spoiler alert! It doesn't start with a GFCF diet anymore!
Oct 15, 2025 • 1h 3min
Autism Live 10.15.25: Megan Dolan
On Today's show Shannon talks with Megan Dolan about her one-woman show and trajectory and rebranding of the show from Lemur Mom to Not the Right Mom. After a 3 year hiatus the show now has new and deeper relevance at this current moment in time. Find out about upcoming shows and ticket info. Today's jargon is LRE!
Oct 1, 2025 • 1h 6min
Autism Live 10.1.25: Fred Melamed
On Today' show Shannon welcomes actor and father Fred Melamed for a frank discussion about raising children to become adults and the world they have now inherited. How are current policies impacting the autism community and the adults on the spectrum we love. Fred is known for speaking his mind and calling it like he sees it, so this is a show not to be missed.
