{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6889fedbbe8bca0ca288454a/6a3ad74795244c4a61114546?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"This Week on ACPN #2 | Medical Gaslighting, World Cups & Theatre Life","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/6889fedbbe8bca0ca288454a/1782240157446-ba8ac921-242b-4a21-bd63-5fb50debdd50.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Welcome to the second edition of <em>This Week on the Autistic Culture Podcast Network</em>.</p><p><br></p><p>Each week, we’ll guide you through what’s new across the network, highlight upcoming episodes, and help you discover new autistic-led podcasts and creators.</p><p>This week we’re celebrating an incredible first week of the network, reflecting on our launch party, and looking ahead to a packed schedule of new episodes covering theatre, education, addiction, football, healthcare, fishkeeping, neurodivergent life, and more.</p><p><br></p><p>📻 <strong>Tap any show below to listen and subscribe.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><em>Please rate, share and review our shows, as it helps them grow and reach more people! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐</em></p><p><br></p><p>Monday 29th June:</p><p>Theatrically Authentic – Episode 2: <em>Predictably Chaotic</em></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Sarah Atherton Knight and Simon Scott explore why theatre can feel both regulating and overwhelming for neurodivergent people, sharing stories from rehearsal rooms, tech weeks, previews, and life behind the curtain.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><a href=\"https://shows.acast.com/theatrically-authentic\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Subscribe to Theatrically Authentic</a></p><p><br></p><p>Mindful Mondays with Ashley Dupuy</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Ashley returns with another mindful reflection and guided meditation to help neurodivergent listeners begin the week with intention and regulation.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Tuesday 30th June:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Drinking to Mask and Unmask – Episode 2: Looking for the Perfect Fix</li></ul><p>Chelsey Flood speaks with musician Rosalie James about addiction, recovery, creativity, quick fixes, and finding solutions that actually work for you.</p><p><br></p><p><a href=\"https://shows.acast.com/drinking-to-mask-and-unmask\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Subscribe to Drinking To Mask and Unmask</a></p><p><br></p><p>Regulation Station – Episode 2: Finding the Right School Too Late</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Becca Engle explores the transition from structured education into university life with Mitch Grace, discussing support systems, independence, and navigating higher education as a neurodivergent student.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><a href=\"https://shows.acast.com/regulation-station\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Subscribe to Regulation Station</a></p><p><br></p><p>Wednesday 1st July:</p><p>Hyperfocus FC – Episode 3: The 2014 World Cup</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Simon Scott, James Hepworth, and Jack Hoban revisit Brazil 2014, discussing iconic goals, unforgettable moments, Germany’s 7-1 victory over Brazil, and one of football’s most dramatic tournaments.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><a href=\"https://shows.acast.com/hyperfocus-fc\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Subscribe to Hyperfocus FC</a></p><p><br></p><p>Clinical Misfits – Episode 2: Endocrine Dysregulation</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Dr Mary Sims examines the relationship between the autonomic nervous system and the body’s hormone systems, helping listeners better understand the connections between neurodivergence, health, and regulation.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><a href=\"https://shows.acast.com/clinical-misfits\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Subscribe to Clinical Misfits</a></p><p><br></p><p>Thursday 2nd July:</p><p>Autistic Rant Hour – Episode 3: Medical Gaslighting</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Dr Gal Shkolnick tackles one of the most frustrating experiences many neurodivergent people face: medical gaslighting. A cathartic conversation about healthcare, chronic conditions, and being dismissed by the systems meant to support us.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><a href=\"https://shows.acast.com/the-autistic-rant-hour\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Subscribe to The Autistic Rant Hour</a></p><p><br></p><p>The Neurodivergent Experience - Episode 117</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Sophie James joins Simon Scott for a conversation about advocacy, coaching, young neurodivergent people, and building a career that works with your nervous system rather than against it.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><a href=\"https://shows.acast.com/the-neurodivergent-experience\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Subscribe to NDE</a></p><p><br></p><p>Friday 3rd July:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Hot Topic Friday - A new discussion from The Neurodivergent Experience team, tackling a fresh topic from the world of neurodivergence.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><a href=\"https://shows.acast.com/the-neurodivergent-experience\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Subscribe to NDE</a></p><p><br></p><p>Collecting Fish – Episode 2: A River in Your Living Room</p><p><br></p><ul><li>James Hepworth explores the creativity, beauty, ethics, and accessibility of freshwater aquariums, explaining how fishkeeping can become an immersive ecosystem-building hobby.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><a href=\"https://shows.acast.com/collecting-fish\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Subscribe to Collecting Fish</a></p><p><br></p><p>Saturday 4th July:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Autistic Culture Podcast Rewind – Welcome to Autistica</li></ul><p><br></p><p><a href=\"https://shows.acast.com/the-autistic-culture-podcast\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Subscribe to ACP Rewind</a></p><p><br></p><p><a href=\"https://mercurypodcasts.com/july-4th-is-independent-podcasters-day/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Independent Podcasters Day</a></p><p>This week, we also celebrate Independent Podcasters Day and the incredible creators, networks, and communities helping independent voices thrive. Independent podcasting allows diverse stories and perspectives to reach audiences without being filtered through corporate gatekeepers.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for joining us for this second edition of <em>This Week on the Autistic Culture Podcast Network</em>. We’ll be back next week with another roundup of everything new on the network!</p>","author_name":"Autistic Culture Podcast Network"}