Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Angela Griffith, "The Christian Sexpert," as we explore the intersection of sex, intimacy, and neurodivergence. Angela shares practical strategies for navigating neurodivergence in the bedroom, challenges harmful sexual scripts society has normalized, and explains why communication is the foundation of satisfying intimate relationships. Whether you're neurodivergent or neurotypical, this episode offers valuable insights for creating a more fulfilling sex life.

Key Topics Covered

• The 13 types of intimacy (sex is only one!)
• Managing ADHD symptoms during sex
• Practical sensory accommodations in the bedroom
• Sexual scripts we need to unlearn

• Conflict as a form of intimacy and the difference between fighting and healthy disagreement
• How to start conversations about sex when it feels awkward
• Receiving neutral feedback without taking it personally

Connect with Angela

Website: TheChristianSexpert.com
Social Media: @TheChristianSexpert (all platforms)

Connect with Sam

Website: www.unmasked-nutrition.com

Instagram: @sammib.nutrition

Disclaimer: This podcast episode is for educational purposes only. This is not a replacement for nutrition counseling, medical nutrition therapy or any form of medical care from a licensed medical professional.

In today's episode, Sam sits down with Sam Mitchell who shares his journey from people-pleasing teenager to successful podcast host and nonprofit leader. We dive deep into the misconceptions surrounding autism, the employment crisis facing the autistic community, and why representation matters. Sam opens up about his decision at age 16 that changed everything, the challenges of entrepreneurship as a neurodivergent person, and what he wishes people understood about the autism spectrum.

Key Topics Discussed

• The turning point at 16: How Sam stopped people-pleasing and found his authentic self
• Autism Rocks and Rolls: Building a podcast and nonprofit from the ground up
• Employment discrimination: Why 85% of autistic adults are unemployed and the rise of neurodivergent entrepreneurship
• Language matters: The shift from "non-verbal" to "non-speaking" and why it's important
• Media representation: What the new autism Barbie gets wrong (and what's missing from mainstream portrayals)
• The spectrum reality: Breaking down the harmful stereotype that all autistic people are "mentally 3 years old"
• Entrepreneurship challenges: Wearing all the hats, building a board, and maintaining structure as a neurodivergent business owner

Connect with Sam Mitchell

• Podcast: Autism Rocks and Rolls (available on all major podcast platforms)
• Search tip: Look for "Autism Rocks and Rolls" (not just "Sam Mitchell" - there's a basketball player with the same name!)

Connect with Sam (RD and Pod Host)

• Want to work with Sam or a dietitian on her team? Click here
• Website: www.unmasked-nutrition.com
• Instagram: @sammib.nutrition

Disclaimer: this episode is for educational purposes only. This episode is not a replacement for medical nutrition therapy provided by a registered dietitian or medical care provided by a licensed medical provider.

In this episode, Sam sits down with former attorney and mom of three Laura Schiller who shares her unexpected journey from a mental hospital to writing a memoir. She discusses living with bipolar disorder and ADHD, breaking free from perfectionism, and why she's choosing to be "loud and proud" about mental health.

Topics Covered

• Unexpected mental health crisis and the difficult process of accepting a bipolar disorder diagnosis

• What it looks like to be living a stable life with bipolar disorder (4 years and counting)
• Busting myths about bipolar disorder

• How her ADHD diagnosis changed everything
• Breaking the comparison trap and social media perfectionism
• Writing "Finding Flos" while managing ADHD
• Why everyone has their hard, and why finding community and sharing matters

Connect with Laura:

• Facebook: Laura Greenberg Schiller
• Instagram: @findingflawsome

• Book release: Spring 2026

Connect with Sam:

• Website: www.unmasked-nutrition.com
• Instagram: @sammib.nutrition

Disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only. This episode is not a replacement for nutrition counseling/medical nutrition therapy provided by a registered dietitian or any medical care provided by any other medical professional.

In this episode, Sam sits down with occupational therapist Stephanie Ford to explore how understanding our unique processing styles can transform the way we navigate daily life. Stephanie breaks down the intricate connections between sensory processing, emotional awareness, and nervous system responses, and why behavior is never just one thing.

Key Topics Covered:

• How occupational therapy's whole-person approach reveals the "why" behind behaviors
• The critical connection between sensory processing and emotional regulation
• Understanding all four nervous system responses: fight, flight, freeze, AND fawn
• Why the fawn response is particularly common in people who mask (especially women with ADHD/autism)
• How our tolerance levels shift based on sleep, nutrition, stress, and daily experiences
• Practical regulation strategies that actually work in real-world situations
• The power of habit stacking and external prompts for remembering coping tools
• Why asking "why?" with compassion changes everything

Connect with Stephanie Ford:

• Website: Action Forward
• Facebook: @stephanieford.actionforward
• Instagram: @stephanieford_actionforward

Connect with Sam:

• Work with a neuro-affirming dietitian on the Unmasked Nutrition team!
• Website: www.unmasked-nutrition.com
• Instagram: @sammib.nutrition

Disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only. This episode is not a replacement for nutrition counseling/medical nutrition therapy provided by a registered dietitian or any other medical services provided by any other medical provider.

In this episode, Sam welcomes James McCambridge, founder of Rewire Neurodynamics, to discuss the intersection of neurodivergence, movement, and the nervous system. With over 22 years of experience working with high performers in gymnastics, circus, film, and theater, as well as individuals managing pain and chronic conditions, James shares his journey from aspiring rockstar to expert in brain-based movement.

Key Topics Covered:

• James’s personal story: from music dreams to gymnastics coaching and discovering the power of the nervous system.
• Why the brain and nervous system are central to movement and overall health.
• The importance of “nowness” and immediate feedback in neurodivergent experiences with movement.
• How traditional fitness advice often overlooks neurodivergent needs and why “one-size-fits-all” doesn’t work.
• The role of sensory processing, executive function, and body signals in shaping our relationship with exercise.
• Why small, sustainable changes can be more effective than overwhelming routines.
• The science (and limitations) of research on movement, and why self-experimentation is crucial.
• The value of hand-based movement and activities for brain health.
• How to start moving again if you feel disconnected, overwhelmed, or avoidant of exercise.
• The importance of tuning into your own body and testing what works for you.

Connect with James McCambridge:

• Instagram: @rewire_nd
• Website & Email List: rewirend.com (Sign up for weekly tips, videos, and book recommendations)

Connect with Sam:

• Website: www.unmasked-nutrition.com
• Instagram: @sammib.nutrition

Disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only. This episode is not a replacement for nutrition counseling, medical nutrition therapy, or any other medical care from a medical professional.

In this powerful and candid episode, Sam sits down with Taylor Malajati, a proud, neurodivergent, queer woman of color and passionate advocate for body liberation and accessibility. Taylor shares her lived experiences navigating the world in a larger body, living with ADHD and an eating disorder, and the impact of diet culture and weight stigma on her journey to self-acceptance.

Key Topics Discussed:

• Taylor’s personal story and what led her to body liberation advocacy
• The nuances of “small fat,” “large fat,” and privilege within the fat community
• The intersection of eating disorders, weight stigma, and medical bias
• The impact of GLP-1 medications and the complexities of health narratives
• Accessibility challenges in everyday life, from clothing to public spaces
• The importance of fat community, support groups, and finding belonging
• Reframing health as a moral value and rejecting the “good fat” narrative
• Practical ways to support fat friends and create more inclusive spaces

Resources & Ways to Connect with Taylor:

• Connect with Taylor and the AVL Fatties community: @avlfatties
• Taylor’s Instagram: @malajabody
• Book mentioned: “What We Don’t Talk About When We Talk About Fat” by Aubrey Gordon

Connect with Sam:

• Unmasked Nutrition
• Sam's IG: @sammib.nutrition

Disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only. This episode is not a replacement for medical nutrition therapy from a registered dietitian or any other medical care rendered by a medical provider.

In this episode, Sam sits down with Haleigh Culverhouse to explore the Enneagram, an ancient personality system that goes far beyond typical personality tests. They dive deep into all nine types, debunk common misconceptions, and discuss how understanding your Enneagram type can transform your relationships, work, and personal growth.

Key Topics Discussed:

• What is the enneagram? Plus an overview of all nine types that make it up

• Common misconceptions about each type
• How the enneagram can help you manage stress, grow and better understand yourself
• How the enneagram can hold a mirror up to better understand your blind spots and unique wirings
• How the enneagram is helpful for navigating personal and professional relationships
• Where to start if you are interested in learning more!

Resources Mentioned:

• Assessment Tool: iEQ9
• Books:

• • The Road Back to You by Ian Kron
  • The Complete Enneagram: 27 Paths to Greater Self-Knowledge by Beatrice Chestnut

• Podcast: The Enneagram 2.0 with Beatrice Chestnut

Connect with Haleigh

• Haleigh's Practice: Human to the Fullest
• Instagram: @human.to.the.fullest
• TikTok: @HaleighCole
• Email: haleigh@humantothefullest.com

Connect with Sam

• Ready to work with a neuro-affirming dietitian? Click here
• Instagram: @sammib.nutrition

Declaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only. This episode is not a replacement for individual medical nutrition therapy provided by a registered dietitian or any other medical services provided by a medical professional.

In this episode, Sam sits down with Melissa Berger CPCC, ACC, founder of the Thriving With Autism program, to discuss the realities of parenting an autistic child, navigating a late autism diagnosis, and building a supportive community for neurodivergent families.

Key Topics Covered:

• Melissa’s personal journey: From her daughter’s late autism diagnosis at 16 to building a thriving support system
• Understanding masking, meltdowns, and the emotional rollercoaster of parenting through an autism diagnosis
• Practical coping strategies for parents and teens, including creative solutions like car rides for regulation
• The importance of self-care for parents of autistic children (and why it’s more than just bubble baths!)
• How to find reliable autism resources and avoid information overload
• Building your autism parenting village: coaching, community, and support
• Debunking common autism misconceptions and embracing neurodiversity
• Empowering autistic kids: focusing on progress, not comparison

Connect with Melissa:

• Download Melissa’s free Meltdown Workbook: meltdownworkbook.com
• Learn more about Melissa’s coaching and support programs: melissakberger.com

Connect with Sam:

• Learn more about working with Sam or a dietitian on her team: www.unmasked-nutrition.com
• Connect on IG: @sammib.nutrition

Disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only. This episode is not a replacement for individualized nutrition counseling provided by a registered dietitian or any other medical care rendered by a medical provider.