Episodes

  • Supporting Autistic Adults in Everyday Life: Transition, Skills & Community with Sandra Worth

    Supporting Autistic Adults in Everyday Life: Transition, Skills & Community with Sandra Worth
    Nov 20 2025
    What happens when the school supports disappear after graduation? For many autistic adults, the transition to adulthood brings new challenges — independence, employment, and identity — often without the same guidance schools once provided. But it doesn’t have to be that way. In this inspiring and practical episode, Greer sits down with Sandra Worth, mom of an autistic adult and leader at My Autism Connection (MAC) in Florida. Sandra shares how her organization empowers autistic adults through skill-building programs, community partnerships, and innovative initiatives that bridge the gap between school and real life. In this episode, you’ll learn: How MAC supports autistic adults through community and connection Real-world programs that teach driving, job, and life skills How partnerships with law enforcement are creating safer interactions The impact of autism ID cards and statewide officer training What late-diagnosed adults can gain from peer support networks Whether you’re a parent, professional, or autistic adult yourself, this episode offers hope, direction, and practical examples of what true inclusion looks like beyond the school years. LINKS: Check out MAC Join the Unfinished Community WhatsApp. Where you can share your everyday joys, struggles, and differences! Click here to join. Sign up to our newsletter where we continue the conversation along with sharing helpful resources and techniques tried out by parents and professionals in the neurodiverse world. You can know get the episodes on YouTube! Click here to subscribe. Follow the show on all the socials @theunfinishedidea - look for the brain! Instagram Facebook LinkedIn TikTok Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    31 mins
  • Neurodivergent Couples & Communication: ADHD, Autism & Real Relationship Strategies with Avy

    Neurodivergent Couples & Communication: ADHD, Autism & Real Relationship Strategies with Avy
    Nov 13 2025
    What happens when two people love each other deeply — but speak completely different communication languages? For many neurodivergent couples, especially those navigating ADHD and Autism dynamics, communication can be both a struggle and a source of deep connection. In this honest and practical episode, Greer sits down with Avy — a communication coach and neurodivergent advocate who helps neurodivergent and mixed ND–NT couples build authentic, sustainable ways of connecting. Together, they unpack real-life communication strategies, mindset shifts, and honest moments that help couples bridge differences, reduce misunderstandings, and create emotional safety — even on the hard days. In this episode, you’ll learn: How ADHD and Autism shape communication styles in relationships What spoon theory teaches us about energy and conflict Why specificity is key when asking for help or support How “reflecting tone” can transform emotional understanding How curiosity and authenticity foster lasting connection Whether you’re in a neurodivergent relationship or simply want to communicate with more empathy, this episode is full of actionable tools and hope-filled insight. LINKS: Join the Unfinished Community WhatsApp. Where you can share your everyday joys, struggles, and differences! Click here to join. Sign up to our newsletter where we continue the conversation along with sharing helpful resources and techniques tried out by parents and professionals in the neurodiverse world. You can know get the episodes on YouTube! Click here to subscribe. Follow the show on all the socials @theunfinishedidea - look for the brain! Instagram Facebook LinkedIn TikTok Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    38 mins
  • ADHD in Women, Masking & Late Diagnosis: Dr. Janina Maschke’s Story + Practical Strategies

    ADHD in Women, Masking & Late Diagnosis: Dr. Janina Maschke’s Story + Practical Strategies
    Nov 6 2025
    What happens when the professional helping others with ADHD realizes… she has it too? After years of supporting ADHDers as a psychologist, Dr. Janina Maschke experienced her own “aha” moment — a late ADHD diagnosis that changed everything. In this powerful and eye-opening episode, Greer sits down with Dr. Janina Maschke — psychologist, ADHD coach, researcher, and author of A Feminist Guide to ADHD. Together, they unpack how ADHD often looks different in women, the role of hormones and masking, and why so many women don’t get diagnosed until adulthood. Blending clinical insight with lived experience, Dr. Maschke shares practical tools for managing overwhelm, setting boundaries, and reframing ADHD as a different way of thinking — not a broken one. In this episode, you’ll learn: How ADHD presents differently in women Why masking and hormones delay diagnosis Real-life strategies for preventing burnout and emotional overload How to set boundaries and respond with intention Why reframing ADHD can transform how you see yourself and others Whether you’re newly diagnosed or supporting someone who is, this episode offers compassion, validation, and practical next steps for thriving with ADHD. LINKS: Join the Unfinished Community WhatsApp. Where you can share your everyday joys, struggles, and differences! Click here to join. Sign up to our newsletter where we continue the conversation along with sharing helpful resources and techniques tried out by parents and professionals in the neurodiverse world. You can know get the episodes on YouTube! Click here to subscribe. Follow the show on all the socials @theunfinishedidea - look for the brain! Instagram Facebook LinkedIn TikTok Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    25 mins
  • Gut Health, Biomedical Interventions & Autism Parenting: A Real Conversation with Greer McGuinness

    Gut Health, Biomedical Interventions & Autism Parenting: A Real Conversation with Greer McGuinness
    Oct 30 2025
    What happens when two Greers sit down to talk about autism, parenting, and the truth about gut health? Between misinformation online and the pressure parents face to “do it all,” this conversation brings clarity, compassion, and science back into focus. n this honest and empowering episode, Greer Jones is joined by Greer McGuinness, a registered dietitian, autism mom, and researcher dedicated to helping families understand the real connection between gut health and autism. Together, they explore what evidence-based biomedical interventions look like in everyday life — and how parents can make meaningful changes without burnout or guilt. In this episode, you’ll learn: What current research says about gut health and autism How to start small with realistic dietary and environmental changes Common nutrition myths and what actually helps Ways to support yourself while parenting through overwhelm Why compassion and community matter as much as science This episode is a breath of fresh air for parents feeling overwhelmed by “all the things.” You don’t need perfection — just progress, understanding, and a supportive community. LINKS: Join the Unfinished Community WhatsApp. Where you can share your everyday joys, struggles, and differences! Click here to join. Sign up to our newsletter where we continue the conversation along with sharing helpful resources and techniques tried out by parents and professionals in the neurodiverse world. You can know get the episodes on YouTube! Click here to subscribe. Follow the show on all the socials @theunfinishedidea - look for the brain! Instagram Facebook LinkedIn TikTok Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    28 mins
  • Real Talk with Seasoned Autism Moms: Parenting, Advocacy & Pivoting with Brittney & Tash

    Real Talk with Seasoned Autism Moms: Parenting, Advocacy & Pivoting with Brittney & Tash
    Oct 25 2025
    What happens when two seasoned autism moms sit down and share everything — the meltdowns, the victories, and the toothbrush hunts that never seem to end? This conversation is raw, real, and filled with laughter — a masterclass in resilience, advocacy, and finding joy in the chaos of parenting neurodivergent kids. In this powerful episode, Greer is joined by Brittney and Tash from the Mom’s Talk Autism podcast — two brilliant, hilarious, and experienced moms who have navigated every stage of the autism parenting journey. Together, they talk honestly about what they’ve learned through years of advocacy, growth, and grace. In this episode, you’ll hear: The difference between early diagnosis years and seasoned parenting How schools, systems, and culture shape advocacy The emotional load of raising neurodivergent children Why flexibility and humour are survival tools How community and shared stories help parents feel less alone Whether you’re just starting out or deep in the parenting trenches, this episode is a reminder that we learn, grow, and adapt best when we do it together. LINKS: Listen to Moms talk Autism Pod Join the Unfinished Community WhatsApp. Where you can share your everyday joys, struggles, and differences! Click here to join. Sign up to our newsletter where we continue the conversation along with sharing helpful resources and techniques tried out by parents and professionals in the neurodiverse world. You can know get the episodes on YouTube! Click here to subscribe. Follow the show on all the socials @theunfinishedidea - look for the brain! Instagram Facebook LinkedIn TikTok Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    39 mins
  • Through a Sibling’s Eyes: Growing Up with a Brother on the Spectrum

    Through a Sibling’s Eyes: Growing Up with a Brother on the Spectrum
    Oct 23 2025
    CHECK OUT THE UNFINISHED RESOURCES- pick up play guide, meltdown guide, and more! What’s it really like to grow up as the sibling of a neurodivergent child? While the world often focuses on parents and diagnoses, siblings live a story that’s rarely told — one of deep love, quiet resilience, and unspoken understanding. In this heartfelt conversation, Greer sits down with Ruby, a young woman whose life has been beautifully shaped by her brother Ewan, who is autistic. From childhood to adulthood, Ruby has learned empathy, adaptability, and the power of advocacy — lessons she now shares online to support other families walking a similar path. In this episode, you’ll hear: What it’s really like growing up with an autistic sibling How Ruby balanced her own needs with her family’s The importance of including and supporting siblings How social media became a space for awareness and connection Why kindness and understanding can change how we view neurodiversity This conversation shines a light on the often-overlooked sibling perspective — reminding us that love, compassion, and inclusion begin at home. LINKSFollow Ruby’s sibling journey Join the Unfinished Community WhatsApp. Where you can share your everyday joys, struggles, and differences! Click here to join. Sign up to our newsletter where we continue the conversation along with sharing helpful resources and techniques tried out by parents and professionals in the neurodiverse world. You can know get the episodes on YouTube! Click here to subscribe. Follow the show on all the socials @theunfinishedidea - look for the brain! Instagram Facebook LinkedIn TikTok Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    33 mins
  • Making Myrtle Beach Autism-Friendly: Chef Jamie Daskalis on Inclusive Restaurants & Community Change

    Making Myrtle Beach Autism-Friendly: Chef Jamie Daskalis on Inclusive Restaurants & Community Change
    Oct 21 2025
    What if dining out with your autistic child didn’t feel stressful — but safe, supported, and even joyful? In Myrtle Beach, that dream is already a reality. Thanks to one mom’s advocacy, this coastal city has become a national model for autism-friendly dining and travel. n this heartfelt episode, Greer talks with Jamie Daskalis — award-winning chef, restaurant owner, autism advocate, and mom to James — about how her son’s diagnosis inspired her to create spaces where every family feels welcome. Together, they unpack how Myrtle Beach became an autism-certified travel destination and what every community can learn from it. In this episode, you’ll hear: Jamie’s journey as a mom navigating autism and early intervention How small changes make restaurants and businesses more autism-friendly The story behind the Champion Autism Network and Myrtle Beach’s inclusion movement Simple, practical ways to build empathy and accessibility in your community Whether you’re a parent, business owner, or advocate, this episode is a reminder that inclusion starts with understanding — and one person’s voice can spark city-wide change. LINKS: Follow Chef Jamie Learn more about Jonny D's Join the Unfinished Community WhatsApp. Where you can share your everyday joys, struggles, and differences! Click here to join. Sign up to our newsletter where we continue the conversation along with sharing helpful resources and techniques tried out by parents and professionals in the neurodiverse world. You can know get the episodes on YouTube! Click here to subscribe. Follow the show on all the socials @theunfinishedidea - look for the brain! Instagram Facebook LinkedIn TikTok Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    37 mins
  • The Emotional Reality of Raising Neurodivergent Kids: Guilt, Grief & Resilience in Autism Parenting with Leona Smith

    The Emotional Reality of Raising Neurodivergent Kids: Guilt, Grief & Resilience in Autism Parenting with Leona Smith
    Oct 19 2025
    What happens when parenting looks completely different from what you imagined? From unexpected autism diagnoses to “everyday grief” and learning to let go of old expectations, raising neurodivergent children is a journey filled with both heartbreak and deep joy. If you’ve ever felt torn between parenting neurodivergent and neurotypical children, this conversation will feel like a warm hug and a deep exhale. In this heartfelt episode, Greer sits down with Leona, a mum raising a non-verbal autistic son with a learning disability and a neurotypical daughter. Together, they unpack the emotional reality of raising neurodivergent kids—the guilt, the grief, the resilience, and the surprising moments of joy that surface along the way. Leona shares her story with raw honesty, offering encouragement and practical wisdom for parents in the early stages of diagnosis and beyond. This episode is for every parent navigating the complex emotions that come with autism parenting and neurodivergent family life. In This Episode, We Talk About: Navigating two very different parenting experiences (neurodivergent + neurotypical siblings) The emotional waves of grief, guilt, and letting go of expectations Advocating in public spaces during meltdowns Building resilience over time and finding your community The power of small moments of solidarity between parents Topics Discussed: Autism parenting and diagnosis journeys Non-verbal autism and learning disabilities “Everyday grief” for parents of neurodivergent children Parenting neurodivergent and neurotypical siblings Emotional resilience for SEN parents Public meltdowns and advocacy phrases Potty training and developmental differences Finding community and letting go of “the norm” Key Takeaways: Grief doesn’t end at diagnosis — it appears in small, everyday moments. Acknowledging it without letting it consume you is key. Your child’s experience isn’t always your grief. They can thrive on their own terms. Parenting neurodivergent children means redefining family experiences, and that’s okay. Advocating in public gets easier with time. Pre-prepared phrases help you respond calmly in stressful moments. You’re not alone. A kind nod, shared glance, or moment of solidarity between parents can make a world of difference. LINKS: Follow Leona Join the Unfinished Community WhatsApp. Where you can share your everyday joys, struggles, and differences! Click here to join.Sign up to our newsletter where we continue the conversation along with sharing helpful resources and techniques tried out by parents and professionals in the neurodiverse world. You can know get the episodes on YouTube! Click here to subscribe. Follow the show on all the socials @theunfinishedidea - look for the brain! Instagram Facebook LinkedIn TikTok Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    29 mins