Autism Dadcast

• Autism Dadcast: Episode 13 — “ADHD, Executive Dysfunction & Fighting the System: With Jessie Hewitson”

  Jessie Hewitson joins us for a deep, honest convo about ADHD — what it really is, what it isn’t, and why so many kids are being let down. Jessie’s an autistic journalist, mum, and author of How to Raise a Happy Autistic Child and How to Raise a Happy ADHD Child. She’s also ADHD herself, so everything she shares is lived.We talk about executive dysfunction, rejection sensitivity, what ADHD medication actually feels like, and how to support kids with Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA). Jessie also breaks down why EHCPs are so bloody hard to get, and how to stand your ground with the local authority without losing your mind.One of the most informative and relatable episodes we’ve recorded so far. If you’ve ever felt gaslit by the system or doubted yourself as a parent — this one’s for you.

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• Autism Dadcast: Ep 12 — “Three Kids, Two Hours’ Sleep & One Rare Chromosome: Chris’s Story”

  This week Gaz and Andy finally sit down with fellow autism-dad Chris—the guest who famously got stuck in Cardiff last month. He’s juggling three children under five, a 5-year-old son (Kit) with profound autism and mosaic Patau syndrome (mosaic trisomy 13), and the kind of sleep schedule that would scare a Navy SEAL. Expect honesty, gallows humour and a ton of practical hacks.

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• Autism Dadcast Ep. 11 — “Jabs, Myths & Meltdowns: Busting the MMR-Autism Conspiracy”

  This week we dive head-first into the internet’s most stubborn rumour: “Do childhood vaccines cause autism?” Spoiler… they don’t — but the guilt, fear and rabbit-holes are real.In this honest, no-filter chat we cover:0:00 – Intro & why this feels risky2:00 – The Google spiral: how new parents meet the myth5:00 – Andrew Wakefield’s infamous 12-kid “study” (and the hidden money trail)10:00 – Massive follow-up research (500k to 14 million children = no link)18:00 – Parental guilt, regression stories & the search for someone to blame26:00 – Genes, environment, plastics, pollution — what might be happening34:00 – Trust issues: Big Pharma, politics & COVID fallout47:00 – Would you press the “remove autism” button? A raw debate52:00 – Take-aways: ditch the blame, back the science, support the kidsPlus: 1960s archive footage that proves autism existed pre-MMR, a shout-out to NeuroSpicy Apparel, and plans for next week’s guest dad.👍 Like, comment, subscribe, and share with anyone still worried about the jab.🔔 New episodes every week — because autistic families need real talk, not click-bait.

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• Autism Dadcast Ep. 10 – EHCP Chaos, SEND Unit Fears & The Joy of Counting to 100

  Double digits, baby! Episode 10 is here – just the two of us this time, back to basics and diving deep into the absolute mess that's unfolding with EHCP reforms.We’re unpacking:The rumours (and real fears) around scrapping EHCPs in mainstream schoolsSEND units replacing legal protection for autistic kidsHow the government and media are playing divide and conquerMPs doing photo ops while families panicAnd the dark history we really don’t want to go back to…But it’s not all doom. There’s hope and joy too – like Thomas counting to 100 (yes, really!) and Lydia smashing new milestones. We talk about those small moments that hit you like a freight train and why screen time and spoons can be a big deal.This one's raw, funny, furious, and emotional – exactly what this podcast is all about.👇 Drop us a comment, share your thoughts, and join the community. We're all in this together.#AutismDadcast #EHCPReform #SENDCrisis #AutismParenting #Neurodiversity #DadsOfAutisticKids #SpecialNeedsParenting

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• Autism Dadcast Ep. 9 - Fighting for Your Kid: Ben's Raw Story of Cancer, Autism, and Dad Life

  Welcome to Episode 9.5 of the Autism Dadcast. Yeah, 9.5. Because Gaz forgot to hit record the first time.Luckily, second time was even better.This week we’ve got Ben on — pro wrestler, cancer survivor, autism dad.Ben shares:How being diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma at 30 changed his whole outlook on lifeHis “miracle” son Ethan, born against the odds during COVIDThe brutal reality of feeling useless when Ethan was in hospital as a newbornNavigating EHCP chaos (wrong names and all)Choosing special school over mainstreamThe constant fight to get Ethan the right supportMeltdowns in Tesco vs getting body-slammed in the ringHonest chats about denial, guilt, and learning what worksHis wife being “like a dog with a bone” when fighting the local authorityIt’s raw. It’s real. It’s proper dad stuff — the stress, the laughs, the wins that keep you going.If you're a parent of an autistic child, you’ll get it.If you're not, you’ll learn a lot.Hit subscribe and join us every Thursday at 6pm for new episodes.Autism Dadcast: Honest, vulnerable, sometimes funny conversations about fatherhood, autism, and everything in between.Listen on Spotify, Apple, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.#AutismDadcast #AutismParenting #Neurodiversity #SEND #Fatherhood #Podcast

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