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Talk To Me Sis is a heartfelt and honest podcast hosted by two moms who first connected through the hit show Love on the Spectrum—but their bond goes far beyond reality TV. United by their journeys of raising sons with autism, they dive into real conversations about motherhood, relationships, personal growth, and everything in between. With humor, vulnerability, and unfiltered storytelling, Talk To Me Sis is a space where no topic is off-limits. Whether discussing love, parenting, or life’s ...
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Inspired by her autistic son, UnPuzzled Parents Connect founder, Whitney Price, dives into the minds of those who help us navigate life living with a special needs child.
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Moms of the Spectrum Pt 5: Debbie (David's Mom) | Talk to Me Sis #13
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In this episode, David's mom Debbie Isaacman shares her journey from working in the Secret Service to becoming a mother of triplets, one of whom is on the autism spectrum. She discusses the early signs of autism in her son David, the importance of early intervention through ABA therapy, and the role of his sisters in his development. Debbie reflect…
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Bonus Episode: Catching Up! | Talk to Me Sis #12
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In this episode, Nicci and Lise reconnect, sharing personal updates about their families and the challenges of balancing busy lives. They celebrate small victories in their children's growth and discuss the importance of humor in navigating life's complexities. The conversation also highlights the growth of their podcast, their commitment to improv…
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Moms of the Spectrum Pt 4: Jenny | Talk to Me Sis #11
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Summary In this episode, Jenny Marilla shares her journey as the mother of Madison, a cast member from 'Love on the Spectrum.' She discusses Madison's early signs of autism, the importance of early intervention, and the various therapies that have helped her daughter thrive. Jenny emphasizes the significance of dietary changes, building relationshi…
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From Nonspeaking to National Speaker: Dr. Kerry Magro’s Autism Journey
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In this deeply moving episode of Get UnPuzzled, we welcome Dr. Kerry Magro, a once nonspeaking child diagnosed with autism who has become a nationally recognized speaker, bestselling author, and leading disability advocate. Dr. Magro opens up about his personal journey — from the early days of struggling to communicate, to facing intense bullying a…
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Moms of the Spectrum Pt 3: Christine Romeo (Abby's Mom) | Talk to Me Sis #10
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In this episode of Talk To Me Sis, Christine Romeo, mother of Abby from Love on the Spectrum, shares her life journey, from her adventurous youth to the challenges of motherhood and parenting a child with autism. Christine discusses her family dynamics, the impact of mental health, and her philosophy on resilience. She reflects on her career path, …
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Moms of the Spectrum Pt 2: June Jones (James’ Mom) | Talk to Me Sis #09
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***Mild Language Warning*** In this episode of Talk to Me Sis, host Talk To Me Sis welcomes June Jones, the mother of James from Love on the Spectrum. The conversation explores June's background, her experiences as a mother, and the challenges she faced in navigating James's early development and diagnosis on the autism spectrum. June shares insigh…
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Moms of the Spectrum Pt 1: Sandy Vielma (Dani Bowman’s Aunt) | Talk to Me Sis #08
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In this episode, Sandy Vielma shares her journey as a caregiver for her niece Dani, who is on the autism spectrum. Sandy discusses her transition from a regular life to becoming a full-time caregiver, the challenges and triumphs of Dani's early childhood, and the unique approaches they took to support her development. The conversation highlights th…
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Answering your DMs, Making Improvements, & Setting the Record Straight | Talk to Me Sis #07
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In this episode, Lise and Nikki connect with their audience by sharing heartfelt messages from listeners, particularly focusing on the experiences of parents and families affected by autism. They discuss the importance of community support, the challenges of parenting children on the spectrum, and the significance of sharing personal stories. The h…
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Real Talk from Autism Dads | Talk to Me Sis #06
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In this episode of Talk To Me Sis, the hosts engage in a heartfelt discussion with two fathers, Mark and Tony, about their experiences raising children with autism. They explore the emotional and financial challenges, the impact on marriages, and the vital role of siblings in supporting their special needs siblings. The conversation also touches on…
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Siblings of the Spectrum Pt 2: Brothers | Talk to Me Sis #05
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Summary In this episode of Talk To Me Sis, siblings of individuals with special needs share their unique perspectives on growing up in a family with a special needs sibling. They discuss the challenges, the emotional dynamics, and the lessons learned through their experiences. The conversation highlights the importance of empathy, understanding, an…
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Love on the Spectrum: The Life-Changing Journey with Nicci and Lise
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We’re joined by two of everyone’s favorite moms from the hit Netflix docuseries Love on the Spectrum—Lise Smith and Nicci Smith. These two incredible women aren’t just TV moms—they’re real-life rockstars who have navigated the ups and downs of parenting four children each, including one on the autism spectrum. From laughter to heartbreak, routines …
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Siblings of the Spectrum Pt 1: Sisters | Talk to Me Sis #04
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In this episode of Talk To Me, Sis, hosts Lise Smith and Nikki Tomlinson engage with their daughters, who share their experiences growing up with siblings on the autism spectrum. The conversation explores the challenges and insights gained from their unique family dynamics, including feelings of being overlooked, the concept of the 'glass child', a…
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Summary In this episode of Talk to Me, Sis, the hosts engage in a heartfelt conversation with Tanner and Connor, two young men on the autism spectrum. They discuss their childhood experiences, the importance of therapy, and the challenges and triumphs of growing up. The conversation highlights the significance of patience, understanding, and encour…
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Sharing diagnosis stories | Talk to Me Sis #02
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Nicci and Lise open up about the moments they first noticed something different in their sons’ behaviors and how those observations led to an autism diagnosis. second episode of Talk to Me Sis! Hosts: Lise Smith Nicci Smith Sponsored by: MerchLabsBy Nicci Smith, Lise Smith
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Welcome to the show! | Talk to Me Sis #01
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Nicci and Lise talk about the show's name, their stories, and more on the first episode of Talk to Me Sis! Hosts: Lise Smith Nicci Smith Sponsored by: MerchLabsBy Nicci Smith, Lise Smith
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Fighting for Change: The Stages of Advocacy with Christina Smith and Christy Black
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In this episode of Get UnPuzzled, we sit down with two of West Virginia’s leading advocates, Christina Smith of Astrive Advocacy and Christy Black of Disability Rights of West Virginia. These powerhouse advocates have dedicated their lives to fighting for their children and the disability community, leading four IDD Waiver rallies in their ongoing …
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Breaking Barriers: Making Your Voice Heard in the WV Legislature with Delegate Kayla Young
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Want to make a real impact in your community? In this episode of Get UnPuzzled, we sit down with Delegate Kayla Young to break down the steps to effective communication in the legislature. She was a strong voice when the WV IDD Waiver was threatened with cuts last year, and she continues to fight for the disability community. Learn how to advocate …
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Bonus Clip: Echos of abandonment and understanding traumas roots with Brittney Rutledge
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This was a special clip we couldn't let slip by our listeners. This bonus clip featuring Brittney Rutledge will help you understand the root causes of abandonment trauma and how it relates to caregiving and the development of our own deep rooted emotional impacts it causes.By Whitney Price
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Join me as I sit down with Theresa Evanoff, the psychologist who diagnosed our son with autism. Together, we reflect on the pivotal moments that reshaped our family's life and explore the profound impact of understanding and acceptance. We talk about the emotional roller coaster that families go through upon receiving a diagnosis and what anxiety o…
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Eileen Lamb: And yet, here you are. Staying strapped in on life's rollercoaster journey.
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Eileen Lamb, one of the leading voices in the autism community, shares her journey of raising two children on the spectrum, including one with profound autism who needs constant care. She discusses the challenges of facing death threats from social media trolls, advocacy work, and her third published book. She discusses what gave her the push to ke…
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Trinity Keenan: A Journey from Heartbreak to Healing
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In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Trinity Keenan, a therapist and mother who had to make the difficult decision of placing her son in a residential home where he would have constant care and support. As she navigated the complex emotions and challenges that came with this choice, she discovered her own path to healing through therapy and …
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Brittney Rutledge: Trauma and Special needs parenting.
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In this episode we discuss what defines trauma and how our bodies respond to fight or flight responses.By irishhoopz22
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