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Sam Mitchell, a teenager living with autism, brings you Autism Rocks and Rolls. Although Sam has had obstacles in the past and still has daily struggles, he is using this platform to take away the stigma off of autism and other conditions that many think are disabilities. He often brings guests into the conversation, whether it be family members, friends, celebrities or others involved in the world of autism. He wants to prove that he is not broken and does not need to be fixed. Sam has a lot of fun along the way and really loves to entertain his audience. Listen to this podcast and go into the mind of Sam.
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Thursday Apr 13, 2023
232:Defeating Stigmas With Leah Walden, Leslie Lynch And Lori Frederick
Thursday Apr 13, 2023
Thursday Apr 13, 2023
This episode highlights several autism clinics in Bloomington, Indiana, as well as one in Oklahoma. The first person on the list is a social worker from Stonebelt named Leah Walden. The non-profit group Stonebelt, which was established in 1958, supports my desire to give voice to individuals like me. Their mission statement states that they "believe in the individuality, value, and right to self-determination of every individual." Our goal is to educate, empower, and support people with developmental disabilities and their families so they can participate fully in community life. Also included is Leslie Lynch from Unlocking the Spectrum. Unlocking The Spectrum was established with the belief that all autistic children should receive the best Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy. To ensure that your child reaches their best potential, they take great care. Lori Frederick from the Griffin Promise Autism Clinic is our closing guest. When she extended me the chance to speak at her assembly, that's when I first learned about them. The Griffin Promise Autism Clinic in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, is run by Lori Frederick. Griffin, who has autism, is also her kiddo. Lori has a doctorate in organizational psychology and is a board- certified expert in cognitive and autistic issues. Lori is extremely passionate about leading caregivers through their expeditions with autism and catching on brand-new, gashing- edge approaches to compound our neurodiversity and professional neighborhoods. Give these people a hearty greeting to Autism Rocks and Rolls, if you could each help me.

Monday Mar 20, 2023
231:May I Be Excused?
Monday Mar 20, 2023
Monday Mar 20, 2023
This episode's theme will be good table etiquette. I discuss the importance of table etiquette to one's character during the episode. Also, because autism is looked at as a neurological disorder, I bring up the concern of how table manners may be impacted. Also, I discuss the red zone and why it is inappropriate to utilize it, as well as the green and yellow zones and why they are acceptable. Even when a child on the autism spectrum is non-speaking, I discuss how it is still possible to enjoy a good family supper. I conclude by expressing my views on which table manners are important and unnecessary.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TE_hwlukfdk
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FpE5Za8SDPs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dBc-83D5cNc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pOUI1rr7QDk
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=unXKYK0uRJ8&t=14s
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i2XLMH7DmSc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wiwzAqoHH00

Wednesday Mar 08, 2023
230:But I Care
Wednesday Mar 08, 2023
Wednesday Mar 08, 2023
I examine why it can often be challenging to relate with someone who has autism in this episode. I also discuss how we use "tough love" to show empathy. This episode goes so far as to explain why it is tough for us and why it is frightening to accomplish. In order to make up for my lack of empathy, I'll also describe how I show true compassion. Even further, I use an example of how a relationship might succeed in the presence of compassion but not empathy.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cldufkzu1Q8&t=68s
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IVh7-XqB9yM

Friday Feb 24, 2023
229:Broken Is Beautiful Featuring Amanda Mammana
Friday Feb 24, 2023
Friday Feb 24, 2023
Since I'm accompanied by semi-finalist from the prior season of America's Got Talent, everyone will appreciate this episode. When she was ten years old, she started having issues with her speech. She was an outgoing youngster who subsequently developed into a very timid and insecure adult. Amanda picked up the guitar and started to play her way out. Soon after, she started singing. In the seventh grade, she then joined the worship band at her school. A year later, she joined the worship band at her church. Amanda experienced confusion and self-doubt as she grew older. Because she was embarrassed by the way she spoke, Amanda claimed that she felt her voice didn't matter. As a result, she had a hectic and miserable summer. The difficulties Amanda experienced inspired her to write songs that examine the nature of humanity. She is right in saying that everyone faces challenges in life. So now we know why Simon Cowell called Amanda Mammana "wonderful," let's all welcome her to Autism Rocks And Rolls.
https://www.amandamammana.com/

Sunday Feb 12, 2023
228:You Are You With Uncle Mike
Sunday Feb 12, 2023
Sunday Feb 12, 2023
Join me as I interview my amazing uncle, Mike Crull. Mike is a great guy who is a devoted husband, a proud father of three kids, and a brand-new grandpa to a young child. Mike, though, has supported me from the beginning. He is the one who has your back and is continually interested in what others are doing, despite his tendency to be quiet and reserved. More is spoken regarding Uncle Mike's tolerance of others, especially his propensity to categorize people based on their characteristics.

Tuesday Jan 31, 2023
227:Effective Communication
Tuesday Jan 31, 2023
Tuesday Jan 31, 2023
In this episode, I discuss the silent aspects of communication and the reasons why people with autism find them challenging. I also talk about the idea of "reading the room" and why some people with autism aren't able to do it cognitively, but I also talk to people who can (mostly high functioning). I do, however, offer recommendations and fixes. Additionally, when nonverbal clues like eye contact and body language are employed in place of spoken communication, I experience misunderstandings between two persons. So together let's hear me describe non-speaking communication and how those on the spectrum grasp true communication.
https://www.spectrumnews.org/news/social-communication-autism-explained/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fi5GYcqkGBI
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NLoq2OK-Smk
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VWmNcRO9tgk
http://images.pearsonclinical.com/images/assets/PDDST-II/AutismVisualAugmentativeComm.pdf
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nIsgPre-TQ0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qJOXoxAcB3E
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SilhaV1e1x0
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/06/170615213252.htm
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OKnSMTPOT6c
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=arB1pDlhLyE

Thursday Jan 19, 2023
226:Following Faith With Ben Waites
Thursday Jan 19, 2023
Thursday Jan 19, 2023
Ben Waites, a competitor from America's Got Talent Season 17 (2022), is our guest today. Ben was born with arthrogryposis multiplex congenita, which required him to use a wheelchair. Despite this, he has never encountered a challenge he couldn't overcome. Jim Waites, Ben's grandfather, led him to faith at a young age, introduced him to the sounds of Southern gospel. Since then, Ben's music has been described as "blues meets jazz meets southern gospel." His sincere delivery and powerful vocals enthrall audiences around. Fans often describe Ben's music as "anointed worship" that "draws the Holy Spirit." So let's give Ben Waites a hearty welcome to Autism Rocks and Rolls.

Saturday Jan 07, 2023
225:Giving The Beat To Rich Beddoe
Saturday Jan 07, 2023
Saturday Jan 07, 2023
This episode is absolutely fantastic since Rich Beddoe is in it. Beddoe is presently performing with the band No Resolve after formerly playing drums for the bands Finger Eleven and Saint Asonia. Rich visits my program to talk about his struggles with alcoholism and bipolar disorder. According to Mr. Beddoe, the man allegedly said, "I have been an alcoholic my entire life." His roles as a husband and friend are the most significant. He has numerous of his own kids as well. Did I mention that he is the stepfather of an autistic stepson? So let's welcome drummer Rich Beddoe to Autism Rocks And Rolls.

Monday Dec 26, 2022
224:At The Arcade
Monday Dec 26, 2022
Monday Dec 26, 2022
In this episode, I talk about the arcade and why it's a fantastic location to "test the waters out." Additionally, I attempt to communicate with the parents, informing them when to let the child be free and when they should intercede. I also mention the incentives in the arcade that capture autistic people's attention. Not only that, but I also make connections between autism and a few vintage and modern arcade games. This is the one that thinks outside the box. So listen to it to discover my own insight on Autism Rocks and Rolls
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sPCReY1EzRU
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i2WXNr_gvhw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xYiLSBY7v7w
https://www.autismparentingmagazine.com/getting-away-comfort-zone/
https://www.amazon.com/Music-Inspires-Motivational-Print-Poster/dp/B077YVCR3

Friday Dec 02, 2022
223:Rock The Appetite With Tommy Stevens
Friday Dec 02, 2022
Friday Dec 02, 2022
"When I arrived in Hell's Kitchen, my goal was to create some passion and some art." The whole time I was here, I tried to stay true to myself. This is what the amazing executive chef, Tommy Stevens, said. This is relevant because today I interview former Hell's Kitchen competitor and Cutthroat Kitchen champion Tommy Stevens. Mr. Stevens was not only born in Connecticut, but he was also born into the cooking business. In his mid-20s, he started to investigate it more, delving into food and culinary studies. He was appointed executive chef of Iron and Wine in Patterson, New York, in 2017. He appears on my show because, despite going through some difficult circumstances in Hell's Kitchen, he remained true to himself and had a positive attitude. Tommy also adheres to the notion of kindness, with which ARAR not only concurs but actively promotes. So the way I see it, we are both rock stars, and I only see it as fair that we hear what the rock star host Sam Mitchell and the rock star guest Tommy Stevens have to say.