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Autism Unmasked
The ASERT Podcast
Our podcast, Autism Unmasked, is focused on empowering our listeners by exploring complex and sometimes overlooked topics through open, inclusive conversation. Featuring a mix of neurodivergent and neurotypical voices, each episode offers real stories, thoughtful insight, and meaningful dialogue on everything from autism and mental health to relationships, identity, advocacy, and beyond.
Click the dropdowns below to get an overview of each episode or go to our podcast platform to view all of our episodes by clicking here: https://autismunmasked.podbean.com/ or search for ‘Autism Unmasked’ on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio and more!
Episode 1: Welcome to Autism Unmasked!
Get to know your hosts and the heart behind Autism Unmasked. In this short intro episode, we’re laying the groundwork—why we started this podcast, who it’s for, and what kinds of conversations you can expect.
Listen Now: Episode 1
Episode 2: Accommodations and Executive Functioning
On our first full-length episode of Autism Unmasked, we’re breaking down the process of requesting accommodations at school, at work, and beyond. Our guest, Autumn Reely, Director of Special Education and Student Services for the Camp Hill, PA School District, shares practical tips, real-world examples, and advice to help you navigate each stage of life.
Listen Now: Episode 2
Episode 3: Diagnosis Journeys - From Self-Discovery to Support
In this episode, we talk about the autism diagnosis journey and what happens afterwards. We meet with psychiatrist, Dr. Keely Hirsch to discuss topics like, what the process looks like, common challenges, diagnostic tools and criteria, ways to be supportive as a family member or friend and more!
Listen Now: Episode 3
Episode 4: Neurodivergent Friendships, Social Energy and Finding Your People
Join our hosts as they talk about friendship wins, struggles and finding connection. With guest, Jason Layton, a psychology student, our interview focuses on managing your social battery, creating connections in ways that feel comfortable to you and learning what social interactions you enjoy most.
Listen Now: Episode 4
Episode 5: Unpacking Food and Fear - ARFID and The Autistic Experience
Content Warning: This episode focuses on eating disorders and restrictive eating.
In this episode, Unpacking Food and Fear: ARFID and the Autistic Experience, we talk with therapist Brittany Ashmore about ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder), misconceptions around eating sensitivities, understanding why ARFID may occur and much more.
Listen Now: Episode 5
Episode 6: Community, Care, and Connection - Conversations on Mental Health
Join us this month as we dive into mental health challenges and autistic burnout and how community and connection can help individuals struggling with these challenges. We talk with ‘She’EO of Spectrum Success 911, Michele Abraham-Montgomery and her son who is a Community Autistic Peer Specialist for the Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services about their personal and professional experiences with mental health and burnout.
Listen Now: Episode 6
This information was developed by the Autism Services, Education, Resources, and Training Collaborative (ASERT). For more information, please contact ASERT at 877-231-4244 or info@PAautism.org. ASERT is funded by the Bureau of Supports for Autism and Special Populations, PA Department of Human Services.