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The Autism Dadvocate podcast

Oct 4, 2025

What happens when families procrastinate planning for their autistic child’s future? In this episode, Paul sits down with Michael Pereira, founder of The Autism Voyage® and father of a neurodivergent child, to uncover the hidden risks families face when they delay essential steps in planning for their...


Jun 20, 2025

In this episode, Paul sits down with Jett Stone, a leading psychologist specializing in men’s mental health, to explore the unique emotional challenges faced by fathers of autistic children. Often overlooked in the broader conversation, these fathers frequently navigate their journeys in isolation—quietly bearing...


Apr 29, 2025

In this episode, Paul is joined by Michael Szafron, a Vice President of Sales & Operations who was diagnosed with autism at age 41. They dive into the real-life challenges autistic professionals face at work—from getting hired to moving up the ladder—and share honest insights on navigating workplace relationships,...


Nov 24, 2024

In this episode, Paul interviews Stefan Bjes, Founder of Blue Line Spectrum Safety and a patrol sergeant with 19 years of experience in the greater Chicago area. Stefan is also the father of two autistic sons.

We’ll explore a critical topic for parents of autistic children: how to prepare them for interactions with...


Aug 9, 2024

Yep, we’re going there, going deep into the pure messiness of being the father of an autistic child.  In this solo podcast, Paul goes deep and vulnerably into all the areas where fathers are challenged, particularly with all the different roles that these amazing Dads play every day.

 

Paul discusses the following...