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Moms Talk Autism Podcast

The Moms Talk Autism Podcast is for parents raising children with special needs.

We are four moms, all with autistic children and other neurodivergence.

Teaching a special needs child to navigate the world around them comes with challenges and struggles. We want to talk about those challenges openly with you and others. We discuss grief, school, family balance, siblings, therapies, social conversations, behaviors, delays, diagnosis advocation, and marriage.

We do not hold degrees in medicine or neuroscience, nor are we special education teachers, but we are experts in raising our kids and figuring out everything as we go.

Think of this podcast as a coffee shop chat with your closest girlfriends. We want to talk, raise awareness, and help each other thrive with our neurodivergent families in a neurotypical world.

Follow us on Instagram @momstalkautism

Website:

www.momstalkautism.com

Come say hello!

hello@momstalkautism.com

Shannon Korza, Tash Dillmon, Jean Mayer & Brittney Crabtree

Copyright: © 2021

Latest Episodes:

Moms Talk Autism 2025 Recap: What We Learned, Loved, and Survived Dec 29, 2025

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Our 2025 Year-End Episode is here! We’re looking back on the wins, the hard moments, the lessons our kids taught us, and all the laugh-out-loud chaos that came with being autism moms this year.

We answer questions like:
• What did our kids teach us in 2025?
• What were our biggest mom wins—and our toughest moments?
• Which episodes surprised us the most?
• What themes kept showing up in our community?
• What do we want more (and less!) of in 2026?

It’s honest, messy, funny, emotional, and the perfect way to close out the year. Come wrap it up with us.

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Moms Talk Moms: Zombie Plans, Sandwich Fights & Mom Humor Dec 22, 2025

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In this episode of Moms Talk Autism, we let go of the heavy stuff and dive straight into the hilarious, totally unhinged conversations only close friends have. From “Who would go missing first?” to “Which one of us is getting arrested?” to a full-on zombie apocalypse strategy session, nothing is off-limits.
We also tackle the really important debates—like the ultimate sandwich, questionable fashion choices, brand loyalty, and a police story involving a teenager and a fart (yes, really).

It’s light, ridiculous, and the perfect peek into our friendship and the humor that keeps us going as moms.

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Raising an Autistic Child in the Afghan-American Community - Medina’s Story Dec 15, 2025

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In this episode, we sit down with Medina Faizy-Hashemi, an Afghan-American mom raising an autistic son. Medina opens up about navigating diagnosis, cultural expectations, and the unique challenges families in the Afghan-American community face when seeking support. We talk about representation, storytelling, advocacy, and why every culture needs more understanding, visibility, and acceptance. It’s honest, powerful, and a conversation we’re honored to share.

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The One Constant: It Changes — Navigating Autism Into Adulthood w/ Daniella Mini Dec 08, 2025

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In this episode, we sit down with Daniella Mini, who moved to the U.S. 25 years ago in search of answers, services, and support for her son, Diego. She shares her family’s journey through diagnosis, acceptance, and the ongoing evolution of raising an autistic child into adulthood. Daniella talks about the hard work, the hope, the constant transitions, and what independent living really looks like when caregivers are still deeply involved. Her story is honest, encouraging, and full of wisdom for anyone navigating life with an autistic adult. Be sure to check out their website and social media—Diego’s journey is a joy to follow.

Email: hello@momstalkautism.com

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Daniella and Diego’s Instagram: @publicponder

Website: https://publicponder.com/

Email: daniella@publicponder.com

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Autism-Friendly Kids Gift Guide 2025 Dec 01, 2025

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In this episode, we’re sharing our go-to gift ideas—practical, cozy, creative, and a little unexpected. From the comfort items we swear by to the surprisingly life-saving stuff (yes, even blue tape), we talk about why the best gifts don’t have to be fancy to be meaningful. Sometimes it’s the simple, everyday things that bring the most joy, especially in our world.

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What We’re Weirdly Grateful For as Autism Moms Nov 24, 2025

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In this episode, we share the practical, annoying, random, and downright hilarious things we never expected to be grateful for as autism parents. From the little lifesavers that get us through the day to the weird wins only our community understands, we read your submissions and add a few of our own. It’s light, relatable, and a reminder that sometimes the smallest things make the biggest difference.

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Autism and Service Dogs: How Canine Companions Change Lives Nov 17, 2025

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In this episode of Moms Talk Autism, Tash and Shannon chat with Brenda Kennedy and Amanda Harpell-Franz from Canine Companions about the incredible impact of service dogs on families. Brenda shares how these dogs are trained and matched with their handlers, while Amanda opens up about her son Evan’s life-changing bond with his dog, Calvin. Together, they explore how service dogs reduce anxiety, build confidence, and strengthen family connections—along with the harder moments, like saying goodbye when it’s time to retire a beloved companion. It’s a heartfelt look at love, healing, and the unbreakable bond between kids and their dogs.

Learn more at canine.org.

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Rita Miceli’s Autism Journey: Finding Hope in the Hard Days Nov 10, 2025

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In this episode, Rita Miceli shares her powerful journey as a mom raising her autistic son, Giaci. From early diagnosis to navigating therapies and fostering independence, Rita opens up about the challenges, triumphs, and lessons learned along the way. She talks about the importance of family support, resilience, and celebrating small victories, offering encouragement and real advice for parents at every stage of the autism journey.

Follow Giaci and Rita’s story on TikTok and Instagram.

Email us at: hello@momstalkautism.com

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I Didn’t Sign Up for This: Honest Conversations About Autism Parenting w/ Daryl Potter Nov 03, 2025

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Dad and author, Daryl Potter, joins us today as we talk about the ups and downs of caregiving for adult children with disabilities and complex medical conditions. As you can imagine, grief is a recurring theme, and finding joy in everyday life amidst the stress and strain of extreme caregiving is always the goal. No one signs up for this, so now what do we do about it? Real, honest, raw, heartfelt moments with our guest today, we are so honored to chat with him and bring a small part of Daryl’s story to you.

Daryl’s website and books: https://www.darylpotter.com/

Email: hello@momstalkautism.com

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Halloween and Holidays with Autism: Managing Expectations & Finding Joy Oct 27, 2025

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Holidays with neurodivergent kids can feel like a game of “expectation whack-a-mole” — plans change, sensory overload hits, and suddenly we’re rethinking everything from costumes to candy routes. In this episode, we talk about how our priorities as parents shift, why simple traditions often mean the most, and how to give ourselves some freaking grace.

Whether you’re dealing with surprise weather, overstimulation, or That Relative with big opinions — we’ve got you. Let’s find joy in the chaos and celebrate in ways that actually work for our families.

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