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A Parents' Guide to Micro-Interest Gifts

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Fri, 19 Dec 2025 05:51:04 +0000

Ali & John return from the void to reveal their daughter's Christmas gifts, based on her current micro-interests.

RESOURCE LINKS:

This Ain't Holland - Autism Moms - Ali and Natasha's new TikTok/Insta site about being Autism Moms!

Paper Stilettos - the site we purchased frowning Elsa and Anna dolls

Barbie Helen Keller doll

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The "I" in DEI

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Sun, 1 Jun 2025 07:00:00 +0000

THIS IS IT! THE ONE YOU'VE BEEN WAITING FOR! Ali & John hit you with a rant about the government's latest nonsense about vaccines and autism. THAT'S RIGHT Y'ALL'S, WE'RE GOIN' WOKE.

(Podcast is free, so we can't go broke. Nyah-nyah.)

RESOURCE LINKS:
So many details about this campaign to maintain Medicaid and how to contact your Senators and Representatives, what you could say, how to learn more, etc. A treasure trove:

https://autisticadvocacy.org/2025/05/tell-your-legislators-protect-medicaid-2/

Weekly templates to advocate for various issues:
https://projectmailstorm.carrd.co/

https://postcardstovoters.org/

There are always elections that need our help, especially crucial local ones. Here’s a grounded way to help from home.

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The Autism Voyage [w/Michael Pereira]

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Wed, 5 Mar 2025 08:00:00 +0000

Ali & John welcome special guest Michael Pereira, creator of The Autism Voyage blog, to discuss financial planning for parents of Special Needs.

The Autism Voyage

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Welcome, Fire

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Tue, 18 Feb 2025 08:00:00 +0000

Ali & John return to the mics for 2025 and our very special guest... fire. Lots of fire. And also, we talk about the trash fire that is Special Education. So it's like a themed episode, dig?

L.A.'s new favorite app, Watch Duty:
Watch Duty

GoFundMes of peoples we know who lost homes in the fires:
Help the Apodaca and Fenard Families
The Soul Points Fund
Eaton Fire Community Relief
Displaced Black Families GoFundMe Relief
The Collaboration LA Fire Response

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Bethany Nelson Graduates

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Fri, 6 Dec 2024 23:51:35 +0000

Ali & John celebrate their daughter's imminent graduation from ABA.

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And the Script Goes On...

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Fri, 1 Nov 2024 07:00:00 +0000

Ali & John talk about perseverating behavior, and the upcoming election.

Your Rights as a Voter With a Disability (CA)
Voting With a Disability

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This is Halloween [w/Bethany]

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Tue, 8 Oct 2024 07:00:00 +0000

Bethany returns to the show to talk Halloween and playing soccer inside the house.

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Dreaming Together

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Tue, 3 Sep 2024 07:00:00 +0000

Ali & John talk about the business of family meetings.

Colin Farrell Interview - Colin Farrell Foundation

Colin Farrell Foundation

The Fair Play Book

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Small, Measurable, Attainable… I Forget the Rest

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Sat, 1 Jun 2024 07:00:00 +0000

Tiny steps become bigger progressions.

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Wonders Never Cease

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Wed, 1 May 2024 07:00:00 +0000

Ali was recently a panelist at WonderCon, and our daughter was able to sit in attendance! We discuss this and how church camps are the best place to discover D&D.

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Upsetting the Normies

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Thu, 25 Apr 2024 00:17:30 +0000

Theme parks are once AGAIN changing their disability pass guidelines. Ali & John have thoughts.

Washington Post: "Some Disney Fans Abused Disability Access to Skip Lines. Now Rules Are Changing."

IBCCES Accessibility Card

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Piece By (Lego) Piece

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (John & Ali) — Tue, 5 Mar 2024 01:08:51 +0000

The value of surprises and Legos.

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Stealing Her Stims

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Thu, 1 Feb 2024 08:00:00 +0000

Ali & John celebrate 50 episodes (!) with stories about traveling to Antioch, and the fine art of Redirection.

Zachary's Pizza - the yummy Oakland pizza we had

Open Mind Music - the delightful Oakland shop we purchased rekkids from

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Let a Strummer Be a Strummer [w/Rebekah McKendry]

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Rebekah McKendry, Ali & John) — Mon, 4 Dec 2023 08:00:00 +0000

We welcome special guest Dr. Rebekah McKendry, director of the movie "Glorious," award-winning podcaster, and parent of Strummer, an autistic six-year-old bug enthusiast!

Autism! The Musical

Watch Ali's Christmas (horror) movie!
iTunes
AMC+
Shudder

Hear John's podcasts!
The Book of John
The Hold Up

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Forced Choices

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Wed, 1 Nov 2023 07:00:00 +0000

Ali & John talk about giving Bethany options... by severely limiting her options.

Watch Ali's movie!
iTunes
AMC+
Shudder

Hear John's podcasts!
The Book of John
The Hold Up

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Vigilante S***

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Sun, 1 Oct 2023 07:00:00 +0000

Ali & John are raising an independent little Swiftie.

Watch Ali's movie!
iTunes
AMC+
Shudder

Hear John's podcasts!
The Book of John
The Hold Up

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The Ballad of General Kickass

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Thu, 3 Aug 2023 01:23:11 +0000

Ali & John talk about their long road to parenthood, including fertility problems, and a miscarriage.

Our guest appearance on Parenting Understood Podcast

Watch Ali's movie!
iTunes
AMC+
Shudder

Hear John's new podcast!
The Book of John

Hear John's old podcast!
The Hold Up

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PT, OT, OMG [w/Jessica Rodriguez & Brittany Benson]

Wed, 5 Jul 2023 07:00:00 +0000

We're very excited to be joined by special guests Jessica Rodriguez (Pediatric Physical Therapist) & Brittany Benson (Pediatric Occupational Therapist]! We talk PT, OT, how the two overlap, how they differ, and everything in-between.

[Also, guest-starring Jessica's son, who chatters and plays with toys in the background, so it's a little louder than usual, but he's very cute]

Jessica's Swim Therapy:
SNAP: Special Needs Aquatic Physical Therapy

Jessica & Brittany's recommended sites:

The OT Toolbox
The Star Institute
The Sleep Lady
Pink Oatmeal
Dinosaur Physical Therapy
SOS Feeding Therapy
SPD (Sensory Processing Disorder) Foundation

Books:
- Sensational Kids by Lucy Jane Miller
- The Out of Sync Child- Carol Stock Kranpwitz

Watch Ali's movie, now on Hulu!
iTunes
AMC+
Shudder

Hear John's new podcast!
The Book of John

Hear John's old podcast!
The Hold Up

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Work In Progress

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Thu, 1 Jun 2023 07:00:00 +0000

Ali & John lay bare their latest marital disputes for you to enjoy and laugh at.

Watch Ali's movie!
iTunes
AMC+
Shudder

Hear John's new podcast!
The Book of John

Hear John's old podcast!
The Hold Up

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Parenting Understood (Finally!) [w/Michelle Tangeman]

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Michelle Tangeman, Ali & John) — Fri, 5 May 2023 18:00:00 +0000

We welcome special guest Michelle Tangeman, BCBA, LMFT, and co-host of the podcast "Parenting Understood!"

Links from the show:

Parenting Understood
Michelle Tangeman's therapy website
Thriving Toddler
Association For Science In Autism Treatment
The California Evidence-Based Clearinghouse For Child Welfare

Watch Ali's movie!
iTunes
AMC+
Shudder

Hear John's new podcast!
The Book of John

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Regional Centers & Reading Rainbows [w/Mark Wolfe, President of ARCA]

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Mon, 13 Mar 2023 07:00:00 +0000

We're excited and honored to welcome special guest Mark Wolfe, President of the Board of Directors of the Association of Regional Center Agencies (ARCA) - Mark discusses his own experiences as the parent of a grown autistic child, working with the various Regional Centers of California, and his previous career producing movies, and the new generation of Reading Rainbow!

[NOTE: This interview was conducted over Zoom, so you will hear occasional dropouts and inconsistencies.]

https://arcanet.org/about-arca/

https://www.readingrainbow.org

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Always a Piper To Be Paid

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Wed, 1 Feb 2023 08:00:00 +0000

Ali & John download the last couple of months - Ali's movie premiere, Christmas, the first trip to Disneyland in over three years... and the whole family catching Covid.

Disneyland's Disability Access Pass FAQ

Watch Ali's movie!
iTunes
AMC+
Shudder

See some of Ali's media tour!
Dread Central
Women and Hollywood
Making Movies Is Hard
The Freshman 15

Positive depictions of autism in media-
Shout-out to Greg Weisman and the team at Young Justice!
Young Justice, Season 4, Episode 18 - Beyond the Grip of the Gods
(or watch the scene on YouTube )

Part of Your Normal Life [w/ABA Program Director Erin]

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (ABA Program Director Erin, Ali & John) — Thu, 1 Dec 2022 20:00:00 +0000

Ali & John are joined by special guest, ABA Program Director Erin! We discuss the goals, mechanics, and controversies of ABA therapy.

Ali's movie "The Apology" premieres Dec. 16th in theaters in LA/NY, and on Shudder and AMC+! Here's the trailer:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RLTA1-3z1M4

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Freedom to be Angry

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Wed, 16 Nov 2022 08:00:00 +0000

Ali & John talk about making your own community, when to hold in the anger and when to let it fly.

Ali's movie "The Apology" premieres Dec. 16th in theaters in LA/NY, and on Shudder and AMC+! Here's the trailer:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RLTA1-3z1M4

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Ali Made a Movie

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Wed, 12 Oct 2022 16:47:17 +0000

Ali went off and made a movie! "The Apology," a psychological thriller, written and directed by Alison Star Locke herownself, coming to theaters, Shudder and AMC+ on December 16th, produced by Company X ! We tell you all about it, and how being a parent of a special needs child inspired it!

Ali also joins us on The Hold Up podcast, where we talk about the movie "Alison's Birthday!"
http://holduppodcast.com

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Stuck In the Middle... School

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Thu, 1 Sep 2022 07:00:00 +0000

The Bairn has begun Middle School. Alea iata est.

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CATS!!!... and Neurotypical Goodbyes

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Mon, 15 Aug 2022 07:00:00 +0000

We put the spotlight on our fourth family member: Conan, our 16-year-old Norwegian Forest Cat, his long, slow coming to terms with having a child in the house, and how being cat parents prepared us for being human parents. We also tell you about Ali's bum ankle, and bring the hammer down on Neurotypical Goodbyes.

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Straight Up Bribery

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Fri, 1 Jul 2022 07:00:00 +0000

In a desperate attempt to get their daughter reading this summer, Ali & John have resorted to bribery. We also discuss the term "Asperger's," and how John could be watching "The Deer Hunter" instead.

Bethany's fav YouTuber:
Cookie Swirl C

LOL Surprise! dolls

The golden calf:
The Barbie Care Clinic Playset

Asperger Syndrome

The Deer Hunter

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The Snowball Effect

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Thu, 16 Jun 2022 04:51:59 +0000

Our angel has culminated! Elementary school is in the rearview mirror, and yet, Ali & John STILL manage to squeeze in another disappointing IEP. But all is not lost, as our child also got to go to her first rock/roll show!

"This is the best concert EVER!"
- Bethany's review

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“I'm Just Gonna Go"

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Mon, 2 May 2022 01:08:26 +0000

Ali's back from making movies, here to tell you how easy and effortless following your dreams is. We also discuss our impromptu family trip to Boston, and the newest adventure with our tween - braces!

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Of Pinkalicious and Babybel Cheeses [guest-starring Bethany]

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (John, Bethany) — Fri, 1 Apr 2022 07:00:00 +0000

Bethany returns to the show to talk about Pinkalicious, her current favorite book series, and how many Babybel cheeses she can eat in one sitting.

Pinkalicious's tv show:
https://pbskids.org/pinkalicious

Bethany's favorite cheese:
https://www.babybel.com/en-us/products

Bethany's favorite YouTube series:
https://www.youtube.com/c/ComePlayWithMe

Baby's First Skull Surgery

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Tue, 1 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0000

Years before our daughter was diagnosed with autism, we had a totally different neurological adventure - join Ali & John as they talk about Baby's First Skull Surgery™!

We also briefly talk about Autcraft, a Minecraft server specifically for autistic players.

Ted Hour - Autcraft segment begins at 33:05
https://overcast.fm/+HuQLAtd9w

Autcraft -
https://www.autcraft.com

You Need to Calm Down

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Tue, 1 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000

As a grown-ass man, John has discovered that anxiety and panic attacks can deeply suck. So imagine if your mostly non-verbal toddler is having them too, and can't tell you about them! We offer up thoughts and experiences about anxiety and some things you can try if your child is struggling with it.

(Reminder, we are in no way medical experts, so don't be thinkin' this be like doctor's orders 'r nuthin'.)

The Calm app John used to learn mindfulness (monthly cost does apply):
https://www.calm.com

Also, some IHSS info relating to a listener email:
https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/ihss

Zero Bandwidth

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Sat, 1 Jan 2022 08:00:00 +0000

Ali & John talk about the holidays, and think about the future.

A Certain Level of Discomfort

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Wed, 1 Dec 2021 08:00:00 +0000

Ali & John talk about the big feelings of being a parent of an autistic child, sort through another parent's despair, and finally, court controversy by gleefully talking about the family trip to get the kid vaxxed. (I mean, she's already autistic, am I right y'all's?!?! Up top!)

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The Money Pit

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Mon, 1 Nov 2021 07:00:00 +0000

Ali & John talk DOLLAHS, y'all's!! How insurance, therapies and other expenses can wipe a bank account so clean you could eat off it, and how you can maybe save a couple bucks here and there.

NOTES:

A real estate agent who understands the meaning of "sudden life change" --

https://www.realestatebook.com/agent/851076/meadow-goddard

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Areas of Strength

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Fri, 1 Oct 2021 07:00:00 +0000

We often talk about the obstacles and setbacks, so let's get some positivity up in this mother! Ali & John totally brag on their daughter and the strides she's made lately, because she's awesome.

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Complicated Friends

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Wed, 1 Sep 2021 07:00:00 +0000

Ali & John talk about being the "complicated friends"... the families who always seem to need extra patience, extra help, or extra understanding.

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Actually Autistic [w/special guest Christina]

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Sun, 1 Aug 2021 07:00:00 +0000

We welcome special guest Christina, an actual autistic person!

NOTES:

[Apologies for the occasional audio issues, we were sharing microphones]

Instagram recs by Christina:

@autisticats

@omgimatuisticaf

@autienelle

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Just Coastin'

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Thu, 1 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0000

Summertime, and the livin' is... well, busy. Ali & John wax rhapsodic about day camp, and how they're letting their precious little nubbin go completely feral in the off hours. Plus a delightful listener email!

NOTES:

We learned a little bit about Williams Syndrome this month, thanks to listener Devra --

https://williams-syndrome.org

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Growin' Up

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Tue, 1 Jun 2021 07:00:00 +0000

Our baby is growing up fast, soon to be a tween, with all that entails. Ali & John jaw about how they're preparing for the onslaught of puberty (they hope), and how they're dealing with Ali about to return to the workplace after ten years of stay-at-home momming.

NOTES:

We guested on another podcast! Check us out chewin' the parental fat with Shanna & Laura over at "Big Fat Positive!"

https://bigfatpositivepodcast.com/ep-150-sensory-overload/

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Yeah, Sorry, It's a Marathon

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Sat, 1 May 2021 07:00:00 +0000

No nice way to put it, advocating for your special needs kid is an endurance test. Ali & John tell tales of their seven (and counting) years of advocacy. And paperwork. So much paperwork.

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Too Many Zooms 3D - The Final Chapter?

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Thu, 1 Apr 2021 07:00:00 +0000

Our daughter is back in physical school... yay? A ray of sunshine as John & Ali give an update on what grade school looks like in a pandemic, and how our autistic child is not only surviving, but thriving.

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Tips For Civilians

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Thu, 11 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000

Got someone in your life that doesn't know the first thing about autism, and not sure how to explain it? Well, friend, let us shoulder your burden! Give them this episode to plug in they earholes, where we try and think of everything we can that might be helpful to them, and in turn, helpful to YOU!

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Retail Therapy

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Mon, 1 Feb 2021 08:00:00 +0000

This month, Ali & John list many of the items we've bought or received that have helped our autistic child. From tiny chewable pencil toppers to giant trampolines and everything in-between!

(NOTE: Hopefully goes without saying, but none of this is stuff we're getting paid to pimp. We are our own masters! We do not bow to the almighty advertising dollar!

... that's another way of saying we don't make a dime on this, like a couple of suckers.)

For some good, dark jokes: @ComicJimBruce (big thanks to Jim for our button last week!)

Who Shot Ya podcast: https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/who-shot-ya/

Buy Nothing: https://buynothingproject.org/find-a-group/

Tons of Occupational Therapy Tips and Toys: www.mamaot.com

Laminator (Our model is old now but here is how simple and cheap it can be): https://www.target.com/p/scotch-thermal-laminator-with-2-starter-pouches-8-5-34-x-11-34/-/A-14617833#lnk=sametab

Mask for chewer/lickers: GATA with filter you put in

https://www.gatapack.com/collections/masks

(You can find most of these items at a variety of places online. I’m just trying to do the reduce the amount I spend at Amazon thing.)

Silicone Chewable Pencil Toppers

https://www.etsy.com/listing/454979674/silicone-pencil-topper-seamless-silicone?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=Silicone+Chewable+Pencil+Toppers&ref=sr_gallery-1-1&organic_search_click=1&col=1

Yoga Ball (No preference on type, just linking one for ease): https://www.target.com/s?searchTerm=yoga+ball

Peanut Ball

https://www.amazon.com/Milliard-Approximately-Exercise-Birthing-Training/dp/B00U0FSX18/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=peanut+ball&qid=1612053590&sr=8-4

Trampoline – This is the one we have but there are so many options.

https://www.amazon.com/Bounce-Pro-My-First-Trampoline/dp/B01J6RN8RY/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=my+first+trampoline&qid=1612053502&sr=8-3

For indoor or smaller spaces, something like this one’s great, too. Just a reminder that kiddos grow fast, so you may want to invest in something that has a higher weight limit.

https://www.amazon.com/Trampoline-Adjustable-Handrail-Foldable-Rebounder/dp/B084WQKRFK/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=kids+trampoline&qid=1612053544&sr=8-3

Liquid Melatonin – https://www.amazon.com/Svasthya-Melatonin-Natural-Anxiety-ALCOHOL/dp/B00M8PNL56/ref=sr_1_15?dchild=1&keywords=liquid+melatonin&qid=1612053462&sr=8-15

Tired Teddies Melatonin, What we used to call “Bedtime Candy” - https://www.amazon.com/Tired-Teddies-Natural-Sleep-Kids/dp/B00CMG4YNY/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=tired+teddies&qid=1612053428&sr=8-1

Boo Boo Buddy ice pack - https://www.amazon.com/Boo-Buddy-Reusable-Cold-Pack/dp/B00VVYLG84/ref=sr_1_7?dchild=1&keywords=boo+boo+buddy&qid=1612053663&sr=8-7

Do-a-dot markers, helpful for building interest in art when your kiddo is learning how to grip a smaller marker/pencil: https://www.amazon.com/Art-Markers-Rainbow-Washable-Original/dp/B00004W3Y4/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?dchild=1&keywords=dot+markers&qid=1612053698&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExRlhaNENSRTFNUFhWJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNTI0MTAwMk1PVlc2T0k3N0xPSCZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNzk4NDEzMks5UTQzU0U3Njg0ViZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=

Noise reduction earmuffs – Dr.meter

https://www.amazon.com/Dr-Meter-EM100-Protective-Earmuffs-Adjustable/dp/B01LWYWH43/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?dchild=1&keywords=noise+reduction+ear+muffs+–+dr.meter&qid=1612053757&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzQkg1MERRU1U4R0lYJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMTAwOTA5MkFLMUpRRTc2RFJKMyZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwMjYxNDc4MUZTTkVFNDkzVkZWViZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=

Nighttime Projectors:

https://www.target.com/p/smithsonian-planetarium-projector/-/A-52213640#lnk=sametab

https://www.amazon.com/Ocean-Wave-Projector-Sound-Machine/dp/B0823G1F9S/ref=sr_1_8?crid=16W63XZMZ8GC7&dchild=1&keywords=nighttime%2Bprojector%2Bfor%2Bkids&qid=1612070201&sprefix=nighttime%2Bprojector%2Caps%2C217&sr=8-8&th=1

Rainbow Projector:

https://www.amazon.com/Uncle-Milton-Rainbow-My-Room/dp/B071NM2M83/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=rainbow+projector&qid=1612070271&sr=8-2

Cat Nightlight:

https://www.amazon.com/GoLine-Nightlights-Children-Silicone-Birthday/dp/B01DXOYCK8/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?dchild=1&keywords=cat+night+light+for+kids&qid=1612070240&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExSTlPRjcySTBDSVE4JmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMzAyMDY5NVpFWExBSERaWUg3JmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTEwMTY0NjgyUVo0Q0VDRzhFSktYJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==

Reading: The Elephant and Piggie Books by Mo Willems – you can easily take turns reading

Big Set: https://www.amazon.com/Elephant-Piggie-Complete-Collection-Book/dp/136802131X/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=elephant+and+piggy+series&qid=1612053790&sr=8-1

Our favorite of the series: https://www.amazon.com/Waiting-Easy-Elephant-Piggie-Book/dp/142319957X/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=elephant+and+piggy+series+waiting+is+not+easy&qid=1612053819&sr=8-1

Calm Down Time – Elizabeth Verdick: https://www.shopthelastbookstore.com/book/9781575423166

Best Behavior Series

https://www.shopthelastbookstore.com/book/9781575422008

Baby Signing Time: https://www.signingtime.com/category/baby-signing-time/

Body Sock (Be mindful of size): https://www.amazon.com/SANHO-Premium-Sensory-Updated-Version/dp/B071HFB484/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=3RHHJ7GBNI916&dchild=1&keywords=body+sock+sensory+kids+large&qid=1612070385&sprefix=body+sock%2Caps%2C228&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzQTBBUVJXVjZUSjVaJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNTM0NTM2MVgyQ1VENFdCSkFNSCZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNDUwMTU3MTFaU1M5SkhSR0dSQiZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=

Kinetic Sand

https://www.target.com/p/kinetic-sand-folding-sandbox/-/A-52140559#lnk=sametab

Therapy Putty

https://www.amazon.com/CanDo-TheraPutty-Plus-Anti-Microbial-Green/dp/B006LN4JN4/ref=sr_1_28?dchild=1&keywords=therapy+putty&qid=1612054234&sr=8-28

Duck Tape (So many different patterns and colors): https://www.amazon.com/Duck-Brand-241791-Printed-Mermaid/dp/B07BL45C2W/ref=sr_1_9?dchild=1&keywords=duct+tape+colors+and+patterns&pd_rd_r=a008df59-7f86-4a31-8e47-2e3814ca36c2&pd_rd_w=B8hhO&pd_rd_wg=WCO3A&pf_rd_p=9dad86ae-1554-484b-9cc0-f9673b44705e&pf_rd_r=HZ8KCYDWY2T4XD47ZYPX&qid=1612070431&sr=8-9

Reading highlighter Strips

https://www.amazon.com/Highlight-Bookmarks-Dyslexia-Children-Assistant/dp/B07QNSGBJN/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=1MEYUMDXJO2FB&dchild=1&keywords=reading+highlighter+strips+for+children&qid=1612054304&sprefix=reading+highlighter%2Caps%2C210&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUE3SVcxVVc2RjA2SjImZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTA2NzI3OTczTUU2S0ZUOURHVzFQJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTA5NDI1NjkxODAxRFMwUFVYWUpVJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==

Expo Click Dry Erase Markers & Individual Whiteboard – the clickable ones are just a bit more fun, don’t have to track down tops

https://www.target.com/p/6pk-dry-erase-marker-click-fine-tip-multicolor-expo/-/A-78025461#lnk=sametab

Pretty Pretty Princess

https://www.target.com/p/classic-pretty-pretty-princess-game/-/A-81784125#lnk=sametab

Zombie Kidz game:

A friendly reminder to try your neighborhood store for a curbside pickup. Here’s one we love in SoCal:

http://www.thegameogre.com/whatwesell.htm

And here it is on Amazon so you can see what we’re talking about:

https://www.amazon.com/Scorpion-Masque-ZOMKID-Zombie-Evolution/dp/B07M5BFVP2/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=zombie+kids&qid=1612070640&sr=8-3

Tell Tale Fairy Tales – Storytelling, Imagination, Taking Turns

https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Orange-461-Tell-Tale/dp/B0064EI1KC/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=telltale+game&qid=1612054468&sr=8-1

Key Education Photo Conversation Cards for Children with Autism

https://www.amazon.com/Key-Education-Conversation-Children-Aspergers/dp/1602681309/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=Key+Education+Photo+Conversation+Cards+for+Children+with+Autism&qid=1612054493&sr=8-1

Cosmic Kids Yoga (also on YouTube): https://cosmickids.com

GoNoodle (also on YouTube): https://www.gonoodle.com

Vinyl Spot Makers to help with OT and PT goals, make obstacle courses in your house or backyard

https://www.amazon.com/Ace-Creations-Inch-Vinyl-Markers/dp/B075N6QVKZ/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=vinyl+spot+makers&qid=1612054520&sr=8-4

Spinny chair, backless. She loves pink so we got her pink. Flash Furniture Tractor Seat and Chrome Seat

https://www.amazon.com/Flash-Furniture-Vibrant-Tractor-Chrome/dp/B0082LTXOI/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=Flash%2BFurniture%2BTractor%2BSeat%2Band%2BChrome%2BSeat&qid=1612054586&sr=8-2&th=1

Weighted blanket – Check the recommendation based on weight and age

https://www.target.com/p/twin-full-frozen-2-weighted-blanket-disney-store/-/A-76550227#lnk=sametab

Fidgipod

https://specialsupplies.com/fidgipod-desktop-spiky-pod?_vsrefdom=adwords&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIw5yC-vvE7gIVMAutBh07kglyEAYYASABEgIRJvD_BwE

Pop Toob

https://specialsupplies.com/slinky-pop-toob?_vsrefdom=adwords&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIv_zoqvzE7gIVYgp9Ch0OigRnEAYYASABEgKMHvD_BwE

Horse Hopper

https://www.amazon.com/Hopper-Included-Inflatable-Jumping-Bouncy/dp/B007LX889E/ref=sr_1_15?dchild=1&keywords=rody+horse&qid=1612055117&sr=8-15

Bean Bag Chair

https://www.target.com/p/large-micro-suede-bean-bag-chair-acessentials/-/A-80371186?preselect=79694938#lnk=sametab

Melissa and Doug Wooden Puzzles

https://www.target.com/p/melissa-38-doug-animals-jumbo-knob-wooden-puzzles-set-fish-and-pets-6pc/-/A-51216075#lnk=sametab

Bumpy Seat Cushion

https://www.amazon.com/PROMIC-Exercise-Stability-Portable-Cushions/dp/B075KBC35S/ref=sr_1_11?dchild=1&keywords=bumpy+seat&qid=1612069018&sr=8-11

They Might Be Giants album “No!” - https://www.theymightbegiants.com/new-page

“Bed Bed Bed” book - https://www.amazon.com/Bed-They-Might-Be-Giants/dp/0743250249/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=bed+bed+bed+they+might+be+giants+book&qid=1612069393&sr=8-1

Camp Kinneret - https://www.campkinneret.com

California Regional Centers: https://www.dds.ca.gov/RC/

(Ask about In Home Supportive Services)

Advocates and Attorneys – Some advocates are available through regional centers and other public groups but mostly, they are private pay.

Insurance – Go through an insurance broker. Free for you and they can help guide you to the best plan for your family.

UCLA KidsConnect (Early Childhood Partial Hospitalization Program): https://www.semel.ucla.edu/ecphp

Pediatric Minds: https://pediatricminds.com/?gclid=CjwKCAiApNSABhAlEiwANuR9YC3LvwmQZB_CNXO8U3qS0ArSOwhBjJDVjmtn0KF7HARdI_NnZWEIgxoCLXoQAvD_BwE

Special Olympics: https://www.specialolympics.org

Therapists: Please contact your insurance and they can let you know who is in network in your area. Most therapists are doing telehealth these days, so it’s more accessible to special needs parents than ever before.

Educational Therapists: https://aetonline.org

Facebook groups – Search “Autism Parents” with your area or town or ask other special needs parents. There are plenty of non-location specific ones, too.

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Happy New Year! ... Now We Bum You Out

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Fri, 1 Jan 2021 08:00:00 +0000

An unexpected family tragedy prompts a discussion about normalizing mental illness. 2020, man.

NOTES:

Finding Cooper's Voice -

https://www.findingcoopersvoice.com

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The Picture I Love, the Video I Hate

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Tue, 1 Dec 2020 08:00:00 +0000

Storytime! As we wind down 2020, Ali & John have a tale to tell, about Paris, appearances vs. reality, and how good memories can give bad ones a good old-fashioned prison beatdown (or vice-versa).

NOTES:

The Louvre:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Louvre_Pyramid

The Raft of the Medusa:

https://www.louvre.fr/en/oeuvre-notices/raft-medusa

The Young Martyr:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Young_Martyr

Luncheon of the Boating Party:

https://www.phillipscollection.org/collection/boating-party

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Why We Fight

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Bethany, Ali & John) — Tue, 27 Oct 2020 01:02:05 +0000

Ali & John are proud to present a couple of Sensory Overload firsts -- our first very special guest on the show, and our first completely family-friendly episode! 100% no cussies! Join us as we give thanks in our own special way.

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World's Worst IEP

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Thu, 1 Oct 2020 07:05:00 +0000

Ali & John just had the worst IEP ever! Celebrate with us, as we dance around the legalities and drink deep from the cup of frustration.

NOTES:

We talk about Hannah Gadsby's Netflix special, "Douglas"

https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=2ahUKEwim8bf_2cD0AhVgITQIHUTFALoQFnoECA0QAQ&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.netflix.com%2Ftitle%2F81054700&usg=AOvVaw31u8rYZQ77DJ_Mhbk8q-RB

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[REDACTED]

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Mon, 7 Sep 2020 02:54:56 +0000

It's the 1st Anniversary of Sensory Overload! Yay! And Ali & John talk about [REDACTED] and [REDACTED] and also some distance learning stuff.

NOTES:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G2BAAYsqTww

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Too Many Zooms II: Back to School

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Sat, 1 Aug 2020 07:00:01 +0000

Fall is coming... that most dreaded of times is upon us: back to (virtual) school. Ugh. We've collated some tips, thoughts and suggestions from parents and providers about how to handle what is sure to be an extremely easy and problem-free return to distance learning.

NOTES:

Big episode this time around folks, big enough we gots us a table of contents, like.

00:00 - What up.

01:19 - Mailbag - how much ABA is enough, and when does your kid get to be a kid?

24:43 - We talk Back to School.

1:02:04 - The funny tag.

Laptop camera cover on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/s?k=laptop+camera+cover+slide&crid=PA3AD3L0Y33U&sprefix=laptop+camera+cover%2Caps%2C218&ref=nb_sb_ss_i_1_19

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The Autism Closet

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Thu, 2 Jul 2020 03:10:47 +0000

Ali & John tackle some tough questions -- when do I tell the world my child is autistic? When do I tell the child? Will I regret telling them? Will I regret not telling them? Join us while we stumble around in the dark!

NOTES:

An unrelated (to us) article of one parent's struggle with telling the world:

https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/parenting/wp/2017/05/03/i-hesitated-to-tell-people-my-son-has-autism-but-heres-why-i-changed-my-mind/

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Social Stories Confidential

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Mon, 1 Jun 2020 07:00:04 +0000

Ali & John deep dive into social stories - what they are, how to make your own, some ideas for content, the whole enchilada.

NOTES:

Lotsa notes this time around --

An example of a very simple social story:
https://www.sensationalkids.ie/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Handwashing-Social-Story.pdf

The "nighttime routine change" social story we reference in-episode:
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1mc1zEONWqhFiSi86CuNssq_TM3nzqqmV

The "We're Going to Disneyland!" social story we reference:
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1xpNK11ut6ceNdv4M4oVNTCRhmAylGJV_

The type of laminator we use:
https://www.scotchbrand.com/3M/en_US/scotch-brand/products/catalog/~/Scotch-Thermal-Laminator-9-TL901/?N=4335+3294529207+3294601130&rt=rud

Social Stories apps:

Boardmaker
https://goboardmaker.com/pages/boardmaker-online?gclid=CjwKCAjwq832BRA5EiwACvCWseGcSMtR0MXvgMmwatYRd6BBgN0tnHdBC9_4bPFGNCS5irCj7sVgbRoCQ8MQAvD_BwE

StoryMaker:
http://www.handholdadaptive.com/StoryMaker.html

iPrompts:
https://www.neurodevelop.com/iPrompts

Ladies and gentlemen, Carol Gray, the inventor of the social story:
https://carolgraysocialstories.com

Don't forget to search Etsy and Teachers Pay Teachers for social stories!
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Browse/Search:social%20stories

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Quarantine Tales: Too Many Zooms

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Fri, 1 May 2020 07:00:07 +0000

Lockdown continues in the Covid-19 world, as Ali & John contend with the new normal - lots of school Zoom meetings. Like, a LOT of Zoom meetings.

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The Year of No Sleep: An Ali & John Mystery™

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Tue, 31 Mar 2020 19:05:02 +0000

And lo, there came a day unlike any other... when our daughter realized, "Hey! There's absolutely nothing constraining me physically to my bed at night! PARTY TIME!!"

Thus began The Year of No Sleep, a tale still told in hushed whispers behind closed doors. Can Ali & John unravel the mystery of how to get their daughter to freakin' go to sleep at night? The answer may astound you!

... but probably not.

NOTE: This episode was recorded weeks ago, before the Covid-19 pandemic hit, which is why it sounds like we're totally ignoring the subject. Sorry about that.

NOTES:

Julia on Sesame Street:
https://autism.sesamestreet.org/video/meet-julia/

The Julia Controversy:
https://slate.com/human-interest/2019/08/sesame-street-autism-speaks-controversy-julia.html

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SPECIAL 01 - (Locked) Down With(out) the Sickness

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Tue, 31 Mar 2020 19:00:02 +0000

From the midst of the corona-infected wasteland, Ali & John broadcast to you in quarantine! The world has changed, which makes getting your kid the help they need an even rougher experience. We tell you all the successes and (many) failures we've had getting through these initial days.

NOTES:

Your new bestie:
https://zoom.us

Free stories for kids:
https://stories.audible.com/start-listen

Patrick Stewart reads Shakespeare sonnets:
https://www.facebook.com/patrickstewart/

Mo Willems Lunchtime Doodles:
http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL14hRqd0PELGbKihHuTqx_pbvCLqGbOkF

Stories From Space:
https://storytimefromspace.com

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It's Not Me, It's You

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Sun, 1 Mar 2020 08:00:06 +0000

What if one day you wake up and realize, "Maybe my kid's provider just isn't the right fit"? How do you break up with them? Ali & John run down their experiences with therapists & providers, including when it might be time to cut them loose.

NOTES:

UCLA Early Childhood Partial Hospitalization Program (ECPHP) - https://www.semel.ucla.edu/cap/service/general/early-childhood-partial-hospitalization-program-ecphp

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Gettin’ Schooled

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Sat, 1 Feb 2020 08:00:03 +0000

Ali & John finally tackle the monster in the closet - education! Primary school, the joys of IEPs, your fears for your kid's future... we shoot the works in a beast-sized episode! Also, we give a few shout-outs to some positive media portrayals of Special Needs! Join us!

... please.

NOTES:

Some IEP resources:

https://www.parentcenterhub.org/iep-overview/

https://www.autism-society.org/living-with-autism/academic-success/individualized-education-plan-iep/

And here's some throws you probably never expected in the show notes of an autism podcast:

www.shudder.com

https://joebobbriggs.com

https://www.hbo.com/the-outsider

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Get Yer Own

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Wed, 1 Jan 2020 08:00:06 +0000

So, you've gotten all the therapies your kid needs, now it's your turn! Ali & John talk about their own walks down Therapy Lane, and beseech you to get therapists of your own, before the house burns to the ground. Happy New Year!

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Seasons Beatings

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Sun, 1 Dec 2019 08:00:02 +0000

Ali & John's Special Holiday Extravaganza! Thrill to the tales of Christmases (and Halloweens, and Thanksgivings) past, present and future, told to ye as was writ in the scrolls! Also, we read some Facebook posts.

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The Da Vinci Code of Autism

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Fri, 1 Nov 2019 07:00:26 +0000

Ali & John give you the fastest possible breakdown of the four pillars of autism therapies - ABA, OT, PT & Speech - and make a trip to Galaxy's Edge!

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$#@% Holland

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Mon, 30 Sep 2019 07:00:15 +0000

Ali & John, parents of a delightful child, who happens to be autistic, introduce themselves and try and make you laugh about dark subject matter.

Firsties! Ali & John say "what up," lay down the what-not, and take a slightly different look at the ubiquitous Emily Perl Kingsley essay, "Welcome to Holland."

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The Super Secret Origin of Sensory Overload

sensoryoverloadpodcast@gmail.com (Ali & John) — Mon, 30 Sep 2019 07:00:15 +0000

Revealed at long last! Ali & John recount their daughter's initial autism diagnosis, and all the hysterical hijinks that led up to it!

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