Best University of Aberdeen Centre for Autism and Theology Podcasts (2025)

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Autism and Masking with Amy Pearson 37:31

13d ago37:31

37:31

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 [email protected] or find us on X/bluesky @autismtheology. This podcas…

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CATChat 20: Mental Health and Neurodiversity Series Introduction 23:13

1M ago23:13

23:13

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 [email protected] or find us on twitter @autismtheology. This podca…

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Intersectionality, Complex Identity, and Liberative Ethics with Rudolph Reyes 39:02

2M ago39:02

39:02

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/t…

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CATChat 19: The Fruits of the Spirit and Neurodiversity 29:55

2M ago29:55

29:55

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 [email protected] or find us on twitter @autismtheology. This podcast is …

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Interdisciplinary Research in Autism and Religion with Katy Unwin 31:23

3M ago31:23

31:23

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, emai…

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CATChat 18: Autism, Neurodiversity and Lent 27:18

3M ago27:18

27:18

In this CATChat episode, Zoe, Krysia, and Ian discuss lent and neurodiversity. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/08013989/transcript.txt Register for the webinar on the 20th February here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=rRkrjJxf1EmQdz7Dz8UrPzNFa7ljapNItVtbi6_NWAZUNDJaUE4zTTlMTlFDRTRW…

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Neurodiverse Church, Living Stones and Weird Shaped Rocks with John Allister 41:03

3M ago41:03

41:03

In this episode, Zoe is joined by John Allister who speaks about neurodiverse church, a website based around inclusion. He talks about his personal experience as an autistic clergy person as well as his reflections on what inclusion means and looks like. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/5eb893bc/transcr…

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CATChat 17: Autism and Generalisation 27:46

4M ago27:46

27:46

In this CATChat episode, Zoe, Krysia, and Ian discuss a listener question about autism and generalisation. The transcript of the episode is available here: share.transistor.fm/s/8bb1ad32/transcript.txt Register for the webinar on the 20th February here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=rRkrjJxf1EmQdz7Dz8UrPzNFa7ljapNItVtbi6_NWAZU…

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Autistic Inclusion and Intersectionality, in School and Communities with Dr. Prithvi Perepa 36:00

4M ago36:00

36:00

Ian and Dr. Prithvi Perepa, (Associate Professor in Autism Studies within the Department of Disability Inclusion and Special Needs at the University of Birmingham and a member of the Autism Center for Education Research [ACER]) talk about autistic inclusion in communities. They discuss inclusion and true belonging in academic and faith settings, as…

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CATChat 16: Wicked and being a bit more Elphaba 22:55

5M ago22:55

22:55

In this CATChat episode, Krysia and Zoe talk about the new Wicked film! Please note that this episode may include spoilers but we have tried our best to avoid giving too much away. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/e2bc2048/transcript.txt If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat…

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Neurodiversity and Christmas with Paula Duncan and Monica Jones 40:36

6M ago40:36

40:36

Ian is joined by Paula Duncan and Monica Jones to discuss neurodiversity and Christmas! They share about their own experiences of the holiday period and reflect on ways we can all help neurodivergent people find joy this holiday season. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/f10791b7/transcript.txt If you hav…

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CATChat 15: Neurodiversity and Postgrad Studies 23:29

6M ago23:29

23:29

Krysia, Zoe, and Ian discuss their experiences of being neurodivergent post grad students. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/3c763a21/transcript.txt If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at [email protected] or find us on twitter @autismtheology. This podcast is brought to you by The U…

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Autism, Feminism, and Faith with Sarah McHaffie 29:10

6M ago29:10

29:10

Krysia speaks with Sarah McHaffie about her PhD research on autistic women. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/c7e95dd9/transcript.txt If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at [email protected] or find us on twitter @autismtheology. This podcast is brought to you by The University of Ab…

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CATChat 14: Listener Questions 29:26

7M ago29:26

29:26

Krysia, Zoe, and Ian answer listener questions! The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/d088f148/transcript.txt Webinar Registration: Webinar: ‘Autistic Ethics: Moral community, empathy, and virtue’ (office.com) If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at [email protected] or find us on twitter…

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Autism and Social Media with Maddy Scholefield 39:20

8M ago39:20

39:20

Zoe speaks with Maddy Scholefield about her experience of sharing about autism on social media. They discuss why she started sharing online, some content she has produced, and some of the challenges that come with sharing online. Find Maddy on Instagram @maddygracehope Maddy's blog: maddygracehope.substack.com The transcript of the episode is avail…

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CATChat 13: One year of the Autism and Theology Podcast 21:49

8M ago21:49

21:49

Krysia and Ian reflect on the first year of the Autism & Theology podcast. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/dfd1305d/transcript.txt If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at [email protected] or find us on twitter @autismtheology. This podcast is brought to you by The University of Abe…

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Autism and the Senses with Léon van Ommen 38:52

9M ago38:52

38:52

This week, Ian speaks with Léon van Ommen about his project on autism and the senses. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/9ba5a57c/transcript.txt If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at [email protected] or find us on twitter @autismtheology. This podcast is brought to you by The Univer…

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CATChat 12: Navigating Change 20:15

9M ago20:15

20:15

This week, Krysia and Zoe discuss navigating change as neurodivergent people and how they've been feeling recently about changes both big and small in their lives. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/b2895613/transcript.txt If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at [email protected] or fi…

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Steven Owens: An online community for autistic Christians 36:01

10M ago36:01

36:01

Zoe and Krysia speak with Church of Scotland minister, Steven Owens, about his vision for St Thorlak's community, an online space for autistic christians to connect and be supported. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/57fa4b80/transcript.txt Contact Steven at [email protected] If you have any question…

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CATChat 11: Autistic Representation in Books and Media 24:58

10M ago24:58

24:58

This week, Ian and Zoe discuss autistic representation in media and share some of their recomedations for good tv and books with autistic/autistic coded characters. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/617d31ea/transcript.txt Books and TV mentioned: Actually Autistic Extraordinary Attorney Woo Dinosaur The …

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Autism, Prayer and Anxiety, with Henna Cundill 41:17

11M ago41:17

41:17

This week, Ian is speaking with Henna Cundill about her research on autism, prayer and anxiety. She shares about autistic experiences of anxiety and how churches can be more understanding. She also shares about how she ended up doing her PhD. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/e98f7761/transcript.txt Find…

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CATChat 10: Reflecting on Autism Consecrated 20:08

11M ago20:08

20:08

This week, Krysia, Ian, and Zoe reflect on recording the previous episode on Autism Consecrated. They speak about their experience with reading the script given to them, and communicating someone else's story in a way that does not speak for them. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/5a1df9a4/transcript.txt…

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Autism Consecrated 51:12

12M ago51:12

51:12

This week, we are hearing from Aimée O'Connell and Father Mark Nolette about Autism Consecrated. They share about their online space, as well as the story of Saint Thorlak, who is known to many people as the Patron Saint of Autism. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/ba08b0d5/transcript.txt Find out more a…

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CATChat 9: Navigating Academic Conferences 21:39

1y ago21:39

21:39

This week, Krysia, Ian, and Zoe discuss navigating academic conferences as neurodivergent people. They share how often it can be hard to know the social expectations, as well as tips for avoiding burnout. They also tell some of their own stories from conferences. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/c77c5a1…

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"A church for people of all abilities": CCH, Singapore 48:20

1y ago48:20

48:20

This week, Zoe is joined by Pastor David, Audrey Quay, and David Han who are all involved in the Chapel of Christ our Hope (CCH) in Singapore. They share about the ways CCH functions with the needs of autistic people at the centre of their practice and how other churches might learn from CCH. They also discuss the impact that cultural norms have on…

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CATChat 8: Lessons from COVID and Online Church 24:53

1y ago24:53

24:53

This week, Krysia, Ian, and Zoe discuss the ways in which COVID and the pandemic made church more accessible for people on the margins, including many autistic people. They explore ways that churches could be more aware and inclusive of people who are once again on the margins now that life is 'back to normal.' The transcript of the episode is avai…

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Disability and Justice with Naomi Lawson Jacobs and Emily Richardson 32:38

1y ago32:38

32:38

This week, Krysia is joined by Dr Naomi Lawson Jacobs and Emily Richardson to discuss their book, At the Gates: Disability Justice and the Churches. We have a structured discussion on four main areas related to the book: research and theology, barriers to belonging, church on the margins, and then COVID-19 and online church. The transcript to the e…

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CATChat 7: Addressing the Research to Practice Gap 20:22

1y ago20:22

20:22

This week, Krysia, Ian, and Zoe discuss the research to practice gap. They explore why churches don't always put into practice advice given by researchers. The episode explore issues such as burnout, collaboration with others, and accessibility of resources. The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/fefadd2a/tra…

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Theological Perspectives on Euthanasia with Brian Brock 42:34

1y ago42:34

42:34

This week, Ian and Zoe are joined by Brian Brock to discuss autism and euthanasia. Brian discusses current conversations about the legalisation of physician-assisted suicide and the concerns surrounding this topic and autism. He also explores how churches should be places of belonging for people who are different. The transcript of the episode is a…

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CATChat 6: Book and Media Recommendations 18:08

1+ y ago18:08

18:08

On this CATChat episode, Krysia and Ian share some of their favourite books, podcasts and content creators in the field of autism and theology. They also discuss why accessible content is needed, and how autistic people’s voices are so important in the field of autism and theology. Resources mentioned in the episode: Cynthia Tam's Kinship in the Ho…

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Autistic Spirituality and Inclusion with Precious Sango 46:20

1+ y ago46:20

46:20

This week, Krysia is joined by Dr Precious Sango to discuss her research on the spirituality of autistic people and people with intellectual disabilities. She discusses how she came to research this topic, why it is important and a recent paper on autistic people in churches she wrote with Krysia. The transcript of the episode is available here: ht…

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CATChat 5: Reflections and Looking Forward 18:09

1+ y ago18:09

18:09

On this CATChat episode, Krysia, Ian and Zoe are reflecting on the first few months of the podcast and thinking about the future of the podcast. They discuss what it means to be an authentic neurodivergent podcast, and also the need to invite others into the conversation. If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at [email protected]…

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Autism and the Image of God with Harry and Ian 45:19

1+ y ago45:19

45:19

This week, Zoe is joined by Ian Lasch and Harry Gibbins. They discuss their research on autism and the Imago Dei and how our understanding of the Image of God impacts how we treat people. Harry also shares about Dungeons and Dragons as a way of addressing this topic. The transcript for this episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/4…

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CATChat 4: A Neurodivergent Christmas 25:04

1+ y ago25:04

25:04

On this CATChat episode, Krysia, Ian and Zoe are chatting about their experieces of Christmas as neurodivergent people, and advice they would give to others who find aspects of the festive season challenging. Krysia and Zoe's articles on neurodiversity and Christmas: Tips for Managing the Demands of the Festive Season: https://ndconnection.co.uk/bl…

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Autism, Spirituality, and Connectedness with Christopher Barber 31:55

1+ y ago31:55

31:55

This week, Zoe is joined by Christopher Barber. Chris shares some of his experiences as an autistic person and his experience of spirituality, and what it means to be on the margins. The transcript for this episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/d9fc31eb/transcript.txt Read Chris' article on Autism and Spirituality here: https://w…

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CATChat 3: Listener Questions 24:47

1+ y ago24:47

24:47

This week, your hosts Ian, Zoe, and Krysia answer questions sent in by listeners. We cover a range of topics from study beverages to tips for church leaders. If you have any follow up questions, we’d love to hear from you! If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at [email protected] or find us on twitter @autismtheology. This podca…

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The Impossible Subject 43:56

1+ y ago43:56

43:56

This week, Ian is joined by Krysia to speak about her research on ‘The Impossible Subject: Belonging as a Neurodivergent in Congregations.’ Krysia discusses how she reflected on her own neurodivergent experience to explore exclusion and stigma in communities. If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at [email protected] or find us o…

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CATChat 2: Autism and Theology 18:29

1+ y ago18:29

18:29

On this CATChat episode, Krysia and Ian are speaking about autism and theology. They discuss why autism theology is important and some key concepts in the field. If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at [email protected] or find us on twitter @autismtheology. This podcast is brought to you by The University of Aberdeen's Centre f…

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Autism and Worship with Léon van Ommen 46:16

1+ y ago46:16

46:16

This week, Krysia is joined by Léon van Ommen. They discuss Léon's new book, Autism and Worship: A Liturgical Theology. If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at [email protected] or find us on twitter @autismtheology. This podcast is brought to you by The University of Aberdeen's Centre for Autism and Theology. Website: www.abdn.…

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CATChat 1: Meet your hosts! 17:23

1+ y ago17:23

17:23

Welcome to CATChat! This week, your hosts Zoe, Ian and Krysia introduce themselves. If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at [email protected] or find us on twitter @autismtheology. This podcast is brought to you by The University of Aberdeen's Centre for Autism and Theology. Website: www.abdn.ac.uk/sdhp/centre-for-the-study-of-a…

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The Centre for Autism and Theology 55:25

1+ y ago55:25

55:25

Welcome to the Autism and Theology Podcast! This week, Zoe is joined by the Centre for Autism and Theology's co-directors, Grant Macaskill and Léon van Ommen. They share about their work in autism and theology and discuss what the Centre is all about. We hope that you enjoy hearing more about the work of this community! If you have any questions, o…

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Autism and Theology Podcast... Coming Soon! 0:50

1+ y ago0:50

0:50

We are so excited to share that the Autism and Theology Podcast will be launching on Wednesday the 6th September! This podcast is brought to you by The University of Aberdeen's Centre for Autism and Theology. Website: www.abdn.ac.uk/sdhp/centre-for-the-study-of-autism-and-christian-community-1725.php…

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