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Aces Up Your Sleeve
Join Kade and Sabrina, two a-spec autistic therapists, and their special guests as they help you navigate relationships.
Episodes
44 episodes
Differences Between OCD and Autism with Dr. Karissa Burnett
On this week’s episode, we’re joined by the amazing Karissa Burnett! Dr. Burnett is explaining what OCD is, why autistic folks are more likely to struggle with this, and how to figure out if you have OCD. She also explains the evaluation proces...
How to Travel While Autistic
Are you wondering how to travel with friends while being autistic and wanting to have a nice time? We've got you covered on this week's episode! Summer is here and there are a lot of tips we've learned over the years to plan a vacation with fri...
What is Aromantic Autistic Love?
This week’s episode is all about whether or not you’re aromantic! What does it mean and how do you define love? Join us to explore! We’re talking about why autistic folks are a little more likely to be aromantic, as well as what to do if you’re...
How to Help Autistic & ADHD Kids with Executive Functioning Skills with Bobbi-Jo Molokken
On this week’s episode, we’re joined by the amazing Bobbi-Jo Molokken! As most ADHD and Autistic parents of ADHD and Autistic kids know things can get out of hand quickly. You feel all the pressure to parent well and meet your kids needs while ...
Is Asexuality a Hormone Issue? Autism & Sex Drive
We have a brand new logo to accompany this week’s episode! We’re explaining why that is, what the new flag by AceinGrace means, and we’re answering some questions about life on the asexuality spectrum. We’re covering if hormones are th...
ADHD Meds: Help, Not a Cure
This episode explores ADHD, medication options, and navigating healthcare as a college student. We share insight about diagnosis, medication types, and advocating for support at college - and with your doctor!Disclaimer: We are not m...
Heat is Sensory Hell
We’ve been asked to give our top tips for heat intolerance for autistic and ADHD folks! Join us to hear what we’d suggest to stay cool and how to survive summer. Curious about how to start your very own EveryFans (or what that is?) Listen to fi...
Autistic Without Special Interests
We’re talking all about how to be a better ally to asexual and autistic people! We’re also debunking even more myths and stereotypes about autism. Wondering about what counts as a special interest? Or what the "broader autistic phenotype" or "f...
How PDA & BPD Impact Romantic Relationships
In this episode, we’re examining how PDA & BPD can impact romantic relationships. If you’re wondering how to avoid triggers, feel loved, and build connection with your partner, this episode is for you!We're answering these listener q...
Stop Believing These Autism Myths
In this episode, we are busting the most common autism myths that still circulate today! Whether you are an autistic adult, a parent of a newly diagnosed child, a therapist like us, or an educator, understanding the truth about autistic individ...
Trauma, Kink, Healing & PDA
If submission has ever felt like a demand and triggered your PDA, this week’s episode might resonate with you! We’re answering if you’re a “bad sub” if you’re a PDAer, how to navigate explaining your nervous system to a partner, and why k...
ADHD Hyperfocus on Kink
Have you ever wondered where that praise or degradation kink stems from? Or if it's possible to hyperfocus on kink and fetishes? Let's talk about it on this week's episode of Aces Up Your Sleeve! We're talking about the importance of meeting yo...
Autism & BDSM: Am I Kinky? with Gloria Jackson-Nefertiti
On this week’s episode, we’re joined by the wonderful Gloria Jackson-Nefertiti! Gloria (she/her) is an educator and community discussion facilitator who has been teaching workshops on shame, consent, neurodivergence, and identity in kink commun...
Autistic Celebrities
Who did we look up to as autistic little kids? The answer is tricky- and we’re sharing it with you on this week’s episode of Aces Up Your Sleeve! We’re covering “good” and “bad” autistic representation and where to find it. (Hint: it might be b...
Autistic Health Challenges
Ready to hear all about chronic pain, illness, and being autistic? We're ready to talk about it! Join us for a raw and real conversation about what it's like to navigate these challenges, especially when the onset is pretty sudden. ...
Parenting Autistic & ADHD Teens with Jamie Roberts
To wrap up our mini-series on Teens this week, we’re mostly talking to parents about how to support their autistic and ADHD teenagers! We’re joined by Jamie Roberts, an AuDHD LMFT, who specializes in supporting teens and has published two books...
Autistic & ADHD Teen Self-Harm
This week's episode involves us exploring the complex topics of self-harm, self-stimulatory behaviors, and support strategies for autistic and ADHD teens. (We definitely talk directly about all of these topics, so feel free to skip this one...
Successful Autistic Teens
Welcome to season 2! We're starting off with a small series on Autistic & AuDHD Teens in light of our upcoming GEMS Neurodiversity Summit: Autistic + ADHD Teens event in May. For today’s topic, we’re discussing success during teen years and...
Autism, Gender, Race & Sexuality - Podcasthon
Our season finale is a special one- we’re participating in the 4th annual Podcasthon! This week, over a thousand podcasts are highlighting a charity of their choice and we’re choosing to support the Black Trans Travel Fund! Tune in to hear abou...
Coming Out As Autistic
In this week’s episode of Aces Up Your Sleeve, we are exploring the complexities of “coming out” as autistic, with a focus on the decision-making process regarding disclosure to family and medical professionals. We take the nuances of family dy...
Adult Autistic Meltdowns
This week is all about adult autistic meltdowns on the Aces Up Your Sleeve podcast. We discuss our personal experiences with meltdowns, the differences between autistic and Borderline meltdowns, and the importance of understanding your own uniq...
Neurodivergent Entrepreneurs with Patrick Casale
This week on Aces Up Your Sleeve, we’re joined by guest Patrick Casale, LMHC, to discuss neurodivergent entrepreneurship! If you’re autistic and struggling at work, AuDHD with a million ideas and interests but aren’t sure how to start, or neuro...
Autistic & ADHD Activism
If you're feeling helpless or hopeless right now, you're not alone- and there are things we can do (as ADHDers and autistic folks) to help make movement and change! We're answering questions this week about advocacy, activism, and volunteering ...
Autistic Valentines Day Tips
How do autistic and ADHD people make romantic Valentine’s Day plans? We’re covering that on this week’s episode of Aces Up Your Sleeve! Whether you’re throwing a party with friends or trying to take your partner out on a date, we’re giving our ...
Coming Out as Asexual
Are you worried you might hurt your partner’s feelings if you were to come out as ace, demi, or on the asexuality-spectrum in general? We’re covering that on this week’s episode of the Aces Up Your Sleeve podcast! We explore ways to express you...
