In this episode, Krysia, Ian, and Zoe reflect on the New Years Eve (or Hogmanay if you're Scottish) and neurodiversity.
The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/d38f5903/transcript.txt
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In this episode, Krysia speaks with Harriet Axbey about autism, Christmas, and faith!
The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/9f3b5aae/transcript.txt
Harriet’s mum’s date recipe:
Take stones out of dates. Fill with goats cheese. Wrap in sweet cured bacon - put cocktail stick in to keep together. Then cook (gas mark 6) - 15 mins or so
Harriet’s books:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/My-Brother-Tom-Has-Superpowers/dp/1914424255
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In this episode, Krysia, Ian, and Amund reflect on the Autism and Theology Conference that took place at the begining of November.
The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/273054cb/transcript.txt
If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology.
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In this episode, Ian talks with Jon Machnee from the Christianity on the Spectrum podcast about his insights into autistic experiences of Christianity from over 600 interviews and looking at thousands of social media posts from autistic people who are or were Christian or are Christian-curious.
The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/aab2606b/transcript.txt
Listen to Christianity on the Spectrum: https://www.youtube.com/@ChristianityOnTheSpectrum-k1y/videos
If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology.
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In this CATChat episode, Ian and Krysia talk about autism, research, and public engagement. They discuss different ways that they share about their research publicly and in their communities.
The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/7e8b9193/transcript.txt
Article by Ian: https://sojo.net/articles/opinion/why-rfk-jr-doesnt-see-image-god-autistic-people
Church for Everyone webinar: https://youtu.be/-X4487NfAzY?si=lupGrCnravdxSP6W
Krysia's videos: https://neurodivergentbook2025.my.canva.site
Register for the online conference: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=rRkrjJxf1EmQdz7Dz8UrPzNFa7ljapNItVtbi6_NWAZUNkw1Qko3OUVTRVZNOTJWVjlITDhSSFpCNy4u
If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology.
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In this CATChat episode, Zoe speaks with Rachel Terlop about neurodiversity and creative practices.
The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/cf7d6555/transcript.txt
Rachel's website: www.mrsterlop.com
Turlop Technique Examples:
docs.google.com/presentation/d/1_oMBidE3IkmiTxdDWwj1J0FIDpdPQYCDokz0cis4OlI/edit?slide=id.g379e8b70ef5_0_11#slide=id.g379e8b70ef5_0_11
www.tiktok.com/@terloptopia/video/7554811469347474719
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UZqCCfH-ezrXArC9CGryVCCFD7jX3_Bq/view
The Artist's Way: https://www.waterstones.com/book/the-artists-way/julia-cameron/9781788164290
Sensory Life on the Spectrum: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Sensory-Life-on-the-Spectrum/Bex-Ollerton/9781524874766
Chapter in book edited by Krysia: www.igi-global.com/chapter/terlop-technique/386697#:~:text=The%20Terlop%20Technique%20is%20a%20multisensory%2C%20stimming,affirming%20painting%20process%20that%20incorporates:&text=Repetitive%20movement%20–%20Engaging%20in%20rhythmic,that%20mirror%20natural%20stimming%20behaviors.
If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology.
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In this CATChat episode, Ian, Krysia and Zoe celebrate 2 years of the podcast, reflecting on the last year and looking ahead to what they have planned for this coming year.
The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/e2c18781/transcript.txt
Article by Krysia:
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Krysia's cooling neck tube: https://www.amazon.co.uk/COMFORCE-Cooling-Wearable-Outdoor-Workers/dp/B0DYC75TSQ
In this episode, Krysia speaks with Brian Irvine from the Centre for Research in Autism and Education. They discuss perceptual processing and faith.
The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/5e25cac1/transcript.txt
If you have any questions or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology.
Find out more about Brain: crae.ioe.ac.uk/portfolio/brian-irvine/
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In this CATChat episode, Ian, Krysia and Zoe reflect on autism and temperature sensitivity, ending on a discussion around how churches can be aware of this and support congregation members.
The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/dfe08f50/transcript.txt
If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology.
This podcast is brought to you by The University of Aberdeen's Centre for Autism and Theology.
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The artwork for this podcast uses the Centre for Autism and Theology Logo, created by Holly Russell.
Krysia's cooling neck tube: https://www.amazon.co.uk/COMFORCE-Cooling-Wearable-Outdoor-Workers/dp/B0DYC75TSQ
In this episode, Ian speaks to Luke Aylen, a PhD candidate studying theology and children's book author. In the episode, they discuss his book The Forgotten Palace, focusing on his neurodivergent lead character.
The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/4c1d67cc/transcript.txt
If you have any questions or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology.
Purchase the book here: https://spckpublishing.co.uk/the-forgotten-palace
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In this CATChat episode, Ian, Krysia and Zoe reflect on out autism and mental heath series.
The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/bb20c233/transcript.txt
If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology.
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In this episode of our mental health series, Zoe is joined by Grant Macaskill to discuss autism, pathways to diagnosis, and mental health. He specifically talks about funding cuts, barriers to diagnosis, and responses to concerns about overdiagnosis.
The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/db240881/transcript.txt
If you have any questions or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology.
Grant Macaskill, Autism and Church: www.baylorpress.com/9781481311250/autism-and-the-church/
Grant Macaskill, Long Covid lecture: https://youtu.be/BMZ9UzrhWDk
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Mental Health Helplines
C.A.L.L: Website: https://www.callhelpline.org.uk/; Telephone: 0800 132 737; Text: Text help to 81066
CALM: Website: https://www.thecalmzone.net/help/get-help/; Telephone number: 0800 58 58 58
SHOUT: Website: https://giveusashout.org/ Text: Text ‘SHOUT’ to 85285
Dyslexia Scotland Helpline: 0344 800 8484
Brittish Dyslexia Association Helpline: 0333 405 4567
US National Suicide Helpline: 988
Prosper: https://www.prosperhealth.io/
In this CATChat episode, Ian, Krysia and Zoe continue our mental health series with a discussion on autism and tiredness.
The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/cd1e5ef2/transcript.txt
If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology.
National Autistic Society: www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/topics/mental-health/autistic-fatigue/autistic-adults
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In this epside of our mental health series, Zoe is joined by Maddy Schoield and Cody Crawshaw to discuss anxiety and the autistic experience.
The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/87b171c9/transcript.txt
If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology.
Maddy: @maddygracehope on Instagram
maddygracehope.substack.com/
Cody: @codycrawshaw on Bluesky
This podcast is brought to you by The University of Aberdeen's Centre for Autism and Theology.
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Mental Health Helplines
C.A.L.L: Website: https://www.callhelpline.org.uk/; Telephone: 0800 132 737; Text: Text help to 81066
CALM: Website: https://www.thecalmzone.net/help/get-help/; Telephone number: 0800 58 58 58
SHOUT: Website: https://giveusashout.org/ Text: Text ‘SHOUT’ to 85285
Dyslexia Scotland Helpline: 0344 800 8484
Brittish Dyslexia Association Helpline: 0333 405 4567
US National Suicide Helpline: 988
Prosper: https://www.prosperhealth.io/
In this CATChat episode, Ian, Krysia and Zoe discuss our latest episode with Amy Pearson on Autism and Masking.
The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/67b95381/transcript.txt
If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology.
Register for the webinar: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=rRkrjJxf1EmQdz7Dz8UrPzNFa7ljapNItVtbi6_NWAZUMlNRRklWUTJaR1NFT1ZTU1VNNTdWTFBBWC4u
Episode with Steven Owens: Autism and Theology Podcast | Steven Owens: An online community for autistic Christians
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Krysia kicks off our Autism and Mental Health series with a conversation around autism and masking with Amy Pearson.
The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/c0bb0bac/transcript.txt
If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on X/bluesky @autismtheology.
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Register for the webinar on the 12th June here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=rRkrjJxf1EmQdz7Dz8UrPzNFa7ljapNItVtbi6_NWAZUMlNRRklWUTJaR1NFT1ZTU1VNNTdWTFBBWC4u
The artwork for this podcast uses the Centre for Autism and Theology Logo, created by Holly Russel
Works mentioned:
Pearson, A., & Rose, K. (2023). Autistic Masking: Understanding Identity Management and the Role of Stigma. Pavillion Press: https://pavpub.com/health-and-social-care/health-autism/autistic-masking-understanding-identity-management
Wharmby, P. (2024). Untypical: How the World Isn’t Built for Autistic People and What We Should All Do About it. Mudlark: https://www.waterstones.com/book/untypical/pete-wharmby/9780008529307
Waldock, K. E. (2023). The Impossible Subject: Belonging as a Neurodivergent in Congregations. Journal of Disability & Religion. pp. 568-583: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/23312521.2023.2249452
The Impossible Subject. Autism and Theology Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5lJcaw6odZ0YFn9PgvOv64?si=0wbGaoKzRa6MDHAHfdvxLw
Kieran Rose’s website: https://theautisticadvocate.com/
In this CATChat episode, Ian, Krysia and Zoe introduce our upcoming 3 month series on Neurodiversity and Mental health.
The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/ff2bac3a/transcript.txt
If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on twitter @autismtheology.
This podcast is brought to you by The University of Aberdeen's Centre for Autism and Theology.
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The artwork for this podcast uses the Centre for Autism and Theology Logo, created by Holly Russel
Helplines mentioned:
C.A.L.L: Website: https://www.callhelpline.org.uk/; Telephone: 0800 132 737; Text: Text help to 81066
CALM: Website: https://www.thecalmzone.net/help/get-help/; Telephone number: 0800 58 58 58
SHOUT: Website: https://giveusashout.org/ Text: Text ‘SHOUT’ to 85285
Dyslexia Scotland Helpline: 0344 800 8484
Brittish Dyslexia Association Helpline: 0333 405 4567
US National Suicide Helpline: 988
Prosper: https://www.prosperhealth.io/
In this episode, Ian is joined by Rudolph Reyes to discuss intersectionality, complex identity, and liberative ethics. He shares his experience as someone who's a "multi neurodivergent Latino" and talks about the ways race and disability justice are connected.
The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/4475035f/transcript.txt
Miguel de la Torre: http://drmigueldelatorre.com/
Alyssa Hillary [Zisk]: https://yesthattoo.blogspot.com/
https://www.assistiveware.com/blog/person/alyssa-hillary-zisk)
https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=O55BzwcAAAAJ&hl=en.
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In this CATChat episode, Krysia and Zoe answer a listener question about neurodiversity and fruits of the spirit.
The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/fda76080/transcript.txt
If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on twitter @autismtheology.
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Articles mentioned:
Grant Macaskill, Joy and Autism: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/23312521.2020.1750535
John Swinton, Autistic Love: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1558/prth.v5i3.259
Autistic love and relationships webinar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8wbWPTwg7wM
Register for Religion, Disability and Neurodivergence Conference: https://www.britsoc.co.uk/events/key-bsa-events/religion-disability-and-neurodivergence-reflecting-on-the-socrel-response-day-2025/?fbclid=IwY2xjawI_-v5leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHYiUdgEaA8JTEQjnjXRsee94dZO2COwOIZATN57r051RqtU8ku8a6ufnSw_aem_ABbNUpWQJ0Zx2Acp1xKruw
In this episode, Krysia speaks with Katy Unwin about her interdisciplinary research on autism, worship, and the senses.
The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/a557fae9/transcript.txt
Visit the website to learn more about the project: www.autismchurch.com
If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on twitter @autismtheology.
This podcast is brought to you by The University of Aberdeen's Centre for Autism and Theology.
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