The Special Interest Podcast

Welcome to another coffee chat! In this episode, Karly and Kaitlyn welcome Rachel Ambrose back to the pod after a couple years, to have a round table conversation on how we've all "flipped the table." Have you ever had a flipping of the table experience?Thanks for tuning into The Special Interest Podcast.-TSI TeamConnect with Rachel: @porch.light.coachingConnect with us to share your stories, to join the community, or are in need of peer support-Next meet up: Oct 29, Halloween themed (costumes optional)Email: [email protected] be a guest: [email protected]: @thespecialinterestpod Join our Patreon: All tiers get access to monthly zoom events ~ patreon.com/TheSpecialInterestPodcastDiscord: https://discord.gg/vn6RGPdqrTNeed extra support? Contact us about 1:1 support!New episodes biweeklyCreated with love by Karly Cina, Kaitlyn Bosch, Peter Filippi

Welcome to our first Coffee Chat! This is a new series we are excited to introduce to our listeners. Coffee chats are for neurodivergent round table conversations. We invite you to submit topics for us to chat or share about.*Due to our conflicts in schedules, as a team, we will be switching up the co-hosts. This way we can record more episodes and accommodate our guests who are in different time zones!In this episode, Kaitlyn and Karly share what they are sipping on, talk about what they collect while traveling and reflect on childhood moments.Thanks for tuning into The Special Interest Podcast.-TSI TeamConnect with us to share your stories, to join the community, or are in need of peer support-Next meet up: Oct 29, Halloween themed (costumes optional)Email: [email protected] be a guest: [email protected]: @thespecialinterestpod Join our Patreon: All tiers get access to monthly zoom events ~ patreon.com/TheSpecialInterestPodcastDiscord: https://discord.gg/vn6RGPdqrTNeed extra support? Contact us about 1:1 support!New episodes biweeklyCreated with love by Karly Cina, Kaitlyn Bosch, Peter Filippi

In episode 78, Alex and Karly welcome Emily Katy to the podcast! Emily Katy is a blogger, speaker, Sunday Times Bestselling author of 'Girl Unmasked: How Uncovering My Autism Saved My Life' and a Trustee of the UK charity Autistic Girls Network. She talks and writes about neurodivergence and mental health. She also worked as a mental health nurse.In this episode, Emily talks about her memior, her journey with unmasking, and how legos became a beautiful tool while healing. Thanks for tuning into The Special Interest Podcast.-TSI TeamConnect with Emily Katy:Instagram: @itsemilykatytiktok: @itsemilykaty X: @ItsEmilyKatyLinkedIn: Emily Katy https://uk.linkedin.com/in/emilykatyConnect with us to share your stories, to join the community, or are in need of peer support-Email: [email protected] be a guest: [email protected]: @thespecialinterestpod Join our Patreon: All tiers get access to monthly zoom events ~ patreon.com/TheSpecialInterestPodcastDiscord: https://discord.gg/vn6RGPdqrTNeed extra support? Contact us about 1:1 coaching!New episodes biweeklyCredit:Hosts: Alex Carreiro and Karly CinaMusic+ Audio:Peter FilippiProduction: Kaitlyn Bosch, Alex Carriero, Karly CinaShout out to our awesome team for all their support!

We are back with Season 5!!Today, Alex and Karly welcome Dr. Kaitlyn Bosch onto the show, the newest addition to their team!! In this episode, Kaitlyn talks about her experiences living with OCD/ADHD, working in the lab to get her PhD, and love for comedy.Thanks for tuning into The Special Interest Podcast.-TSI TeamConnect with Kaitlyn:Instagram: @kaitlyn.tutorsConnect with us to share your stories, to join the community, or are in need of peer support-Email: [email protected] be a guest: [email protected]: @thespecialinterestpod Join our Patreon: All tiers get access to monthly zoom events ~ patreon.com/TheSpecialInterestPodcastDiscord: https://discord.gg/vn6RGPdqrTNeed extra support? Contact us about 1:1 coaching!New episodes biweeklyCredit:Music+ Audio:Peter FilippiProduction: Kaitlyn BoschShout out to our awesome team for all their support!

In episode 76, Alex and Karly introduce Clark aka thesickestpersonyouknow aka chronically the sickest podcast!!! to the pod!! *Cheers*"I am an autistic content creator and podcaster who likes crows, iced coffee and the color pink. "In this episode, Clark talks about being late diagnosed autistic and living with chronic illnesses, functional burnout, and dopamine dressing. Thanks for tuning in!-A+KConnect with Clark:Instagram: @thesickestpersonyouknow Tik Tok: @thesickestpersonyouknow Amazon Storefront: @chronicallythesickestpodSpotify: Chronically The SickestApple Podcasts: Chronically The SickestiHeart Radio: Chronically The SickestAmazon Music: Chronically The SickestGoodPods: Chronically The SickestConnect with us to share your stories, to join the community, or are in need of peer support-Email: [email protected] be a guest: [email protected]: @thespecialinterestpod Join our Patreon: All tiers get access to monthly zoom events ~ patreon.com/TheSpecialInterestPodcastDiscord: https://discord.gg/vn6RGPdqrTNeed extra support? Contact us about 1:1 coaching!New episodes biweeklyCredit:Music+ Audio:Peter FilippiProduction: Kaitlyn BoschShout out to our awesome team for all their support!

*Trigger Warning: Mention of being an SA survivorIn episode 75, Alex and Karly introduce Nic Flores to the pod!"I am Nic Flores, owner of Hi-Fi Friends, Father of a neurodivergent child, Husband, and inclusion advocate. I have learned to turn my painful experience as a sexual abuse survivor into a purposeful driven mission of diversity, equity and inclusion. I spend my free time at Disneyland and trying new coffee shops."Thanks for tuning in!-A+KConnect with Nic:www.hififriends.shopIG: @hifi.friendsConnect with us to share your stories, to join the community, or are in need of peer support-Email: [email protected] be a guest: [email protected]: @thespecialinterestpod Join our Patreon: All tiers get access to monthly zoom events ~ patreon.com/TheSpecialInterestPodcastDiscord: https://discord.gg/vn6RGPdqrTNeed extra support? Contact us about 1:1 coaching!New episodes biweeklyCredit:Music+ Audio:Peter FilippiProduction: Kaitlyn BoschShout out to our awesome team for all their support!

In episode 74, Alex and Karly welcome Elena Carroll to the pod! "I was diagnosed with autism at age 25 after a lifetime of questioning my brain, my place in the world, and if I was ever going to be able to make it to 30. I was in therapy from the age of 6, and was only ever told it was anxiety from professionals. At 25 I was back in therapy, this time treating depression, and it was during these sessions that I learnt of my neurodivergence. Now having discovered how my brain works, I began sharing my struggles and experiences online on Instagram and Youtube. I'm also in the very near stages of finishing my first book about the late diagnosed autistic experience. Overall just trying to help heal the little girl inside who questioned her place in the world, and hoping my words and content can help ease other people's inner child's :)"In this episode, Elena talks about her autism diagnosis journey, her queer journey, and how those journeys have lead her to connecting with community.Thanks for tuning in!-A+KConnect with Elena:Instagram: @elenacarr0llYouTube: @elenacarr0llConnect with us to share your stories, to join the community, or are in need of peer support-Email: [email protected] be a guest: [email protected]: @thespecialinterestpod Join our Patreon: All tiers get access to monthly zoom events ~ patreon.com/TheSpecialInterestPodcastDiscord: https://discord.gg/vn6RGPdqrTNeed extra support? Contact us about 1:1 coaching!New episodes biweeklyCredit:Music+ Audio:Peter FilippiShout out to our awesome team for all their support!

In episode 73, Alex and Karly welcome Patrick Casale onto the pod! Patrick Casale, MA LCMHCOwner of All Things Private Practice LLC & Resilient Mind Counseling PLLCTEDx Speaker| Author| Therapist | Podcast Host x 2 | Business Coach | Group Practice Owner | Retreat HostPatrick Casale is an AuDHD, 2e mental health therapist, Neurodivergent business coach, and prolific TEDx Speaker. He leads international retreats, summits, and coaching programs, helping entrepreneurs work through impostor syndrome, self-doubt, and perfectionism, while embracing their authenticity. He has coined the phrase, Doubt Yourself Do It Anyway TMHe is the founder of All Things Private Practice LLC, and the host of the “All Things Private Practice Podcast, and the co-host of Divergent Conversations Podcast.” Patrick also owns a group therapy practice in Asheville, NC. With experience in both the clinical mental health world and the small business world, he has helped hundreds of thousands of mental health professionals around the world start and grow their businesses while staying aligned to their values and dreams.Patrick lives in Asheville, NC with his wife Ariel and his two dogs, Hudson and Hazel. He loves to travel, Lord Of The Rings, Anthony Bourdain, Capybaras, great cold brew coffee, and craft beer.Connect with Patrick: Instagram: @patrick.casaleTikTok: @patrickcasaleYouTube: @AllThingsPrivatePracticeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/pat.casale/?locale=en_GBWebsite: https://www.allthingspractice.com/ Atppod.com Connect with us to share your stories, to join the community, or are in need of peer support-Email: [email protected] be a guest: [email protected]: @thespecialinterestpod Join our Patreon: All tiers get access to monthly zoom events ~ patreon.com/TheSpecialInterestPodcastDiscord: https://discord.gg/vn6RGPdqrTNeed extra support? Contact us about 1:1 coaching!New episodes biweeklyCredit:Music+ Audio:Peter FilippiShout out to our awesome team for all their support!

Welcome!In episode 72, the pod welcomes on Hadley! Hadley (she/they) is an audhd spicy gremlin, who we have had the pleasure of getting to know over the past couple years through our community meetings! "My name is Hadley, a 20-year-old neurodivergent artist and cosplayer. My journey began with a severe case of MSPI, which led to a central line, a staph infection, and blood transfusions. These early medical challenges resulted in physical and occupational therapy for delayed milestones. At age five, I was diagnosed with combined-type ADHD—an early diagnosis for a girl. Ten years later, at 15, I finally received my autism diagnosis. While initially overwhelming, it provided the answers I lacked while being bullied. Today, I’ve found healing and a supportive, diverse community through cosplay and my creative passions."This episode was so fun getting to know more about Hadley, about her journey with her development and getting diagnosed with autism at 15, to her sharing about her love for cosplay. Hadley's joyful energy is infectious! Hadley will be competing in her first cosplay contest on March 28, wearing a costume that she's sewn (her first one ever!!) and crocheted rats for in KC at Planet Comicon Kansas City 2026. Let's all wish her the best of luck!!Thanks for tuning in.A+KConnect with Hadley:Tiktok/Instagram: @soul_fiddler.cosplay20 @smile._.sekaiConnect with us to share your stories, to join the community, or are in need of peer support-Email: [email protected] be a guest: [email protected]: @thespecialinterestpod Join our Patreon: All tiers get access to monthly zoom events ~ patreon.com/TheSpecialInterestPodcastDiscord: https://discord.gg/vn6RGPdqrTNeed extra support? Contact us about 1:1 coaching!New episodes biweeklyCredit:Music:Peter FilippiShout out to our awesome team for all their support!

Olivia is back on the pod! In episode 71, Alex and Karly are joined with Olivia Nied. Olivia is an autistic, queer and trans musician who believes in spreading radical joy through her music. In this episode, Olivia shares about her process with creating music, her experiences with performing, her relationship and presentation nights!! Join us for this radiant and fun conversation.Thanks for tuning in!<3-A+K“I think in more of just a general "call to action" so to speak, I would really like to encourage the support of queer and trans artists, particularly in these difficult times. We truly value your support so much, and you can directly support the livelihood of a queer or trans person by supporting their art! Queer and Trans people have always been here, and we add so much color, and life and light to the world around you. Please don't forget about us.” - Olivia NiedConnect with Olivia:Instagram: @olivianiedmusic_official TikTok: @olivia_is_artsy Olivia's music website: www.olivianied.comConnect with us to share your stories, to join the community, or are in need of peer support-Email: [email protected] be a guest: [email protected]: @thespecialinterestpod Music:Peter FilippiJoin our Patreon: All tiers get access to monthly zoom events ~ patreon.com/TheSpecialInterestPodcastDiscord: https://discord.gg/vn6RGPdqrTNeed extra support? Contact us about 1:1 coaching!New episodes biweekly