Show overview
CFASA has been publishing since 2021, and across the 2 years since has built a catalogue of 10 episodes. That works out to roughly 9 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a roughly quarterly cadence.
Episodes typically run thirty-five to sixty minutes — most land between 42 min and 58 min — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Society & Culture show.
The catalogue appears to be on hiatus or wound down — the most recent episode landed 3.1 years ago, with no new episodes in over a year. The busiest year was 2022, with 6 episodes published.
From the publisher
Welcome to the CFASA podcast where we discuss various topics around neurodiversity and Autism Spectrum Disorder with self-advocates, program directors & occupational therapists, families, and clinicians.
Latest Episodes
S1 Ep 10Episode 10 - Autism and Art ft. Hilary and Mathieson
In this creative episode, we welcome Hilary and Mathieson from the Nina Haggerty Centre for the Arts. The Nina Haggerty Centre for the Arts is a community-based arts organization in Edmonton, Alberta, that provides opportunities for neurodiverse artists to create and exhibit their work. Join us in this creatively diverse episode as we paint a colorful picture of the neurodiverse artist experience and explore how art can be a canvas for promoting acceptance and inclusion. Don't miss out on this brush with inspiration!
S1 Ep 9Episode 9 - Research on Autism-Specific Supports for Postsecondary Students ft. Emily Coombs
In our latest episode, we welcome back special guest Emily Coombs. She is an autistic researcher doing autism research, currently studying under Dr. Meredith Maroney and previously studied under Dr. Megan Ames. We explore her interest for getting involved in research, her experiences as a neurodivergent researcher in academia, and dive deep into discussion about her own research on autism-specific supports for postsecondary students.To learn more about the study of Canadian mapping of autism-specific supports for postsecondary students:https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1750946721001744Canadian Mapping of Autism-specific Supports for Postsecondary Students CPA Poster:https://drive.google.com/file/d/1sZNfR_oae5CmdnQgYhsvLDaq5ueXLf4H/view?usp=sharing
S1 Ep 8Episode 8 - ASD through a First Nations Lens
For this edition of the CFASA podcast, we are joined by special guest Grant Bruno, a PhD student at the University of Alberta in the Department of Pediatrics. We explore his research focus and goals on autism and First Nations communities, as well as his personal connections within the autism community.
S1 Ep 7Episode 7 - Family Dynamics and Sibling Relationships ft. Haseeb and Iman
In this insightful episode, we are joined by Haseeb and Iman as we explore their sibling relationship and their family understandings and experiences with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
S1 Ep 6Episode 6 - Coming Out Experiences ft. Emily Coombs
In this episode, we welcome Emily Coombs, an autistic researcher from the University of Victoria. We learn about her interpersonal relationships and explore how masking was a significant part of her coming out journey.
S1 Ep 5Episode 5 - Early Childhood Intervention ft. Dr. Michael Stolte & Raj Chandel
In this episode, we discuss early childhood intervention for children on the Autism Spectrum with Dr. Michael Stolte, the Director of Clinical Services at the Centre for Autism Service Alberta and Raj Chandel, a parent of an autistic child. Both Dr. Stolte and Raj share their unique perspectives as individuals who have facilitated and engaged in such programming. We learn what early childhood intervention is and how it differs from other programs, the process of receiving supports, and the pros and cons of children receiving early childhood intervention.
S1 Ep 4Episode 4 - Employment Works Programs & Relationships ft. Nicholas
In this exciting episode, we get in touch with Nick, a previous participant and now mentor of the Employment Works Programs at the Centre for Autism. We explore numerous topics, ranging from the process of obtaining work experience to navigating interpersonal relationships.
S1 Ep 3Episode 3 - Advocacy ft. Adam Kedmy
We are joined by Adam Kedmy as we explore what it means to be a self advocate and our role in helping create more inclusive communities.
S1 Ep 2 Episode 2 - The Role of Language and Identity ft. Danielle Thomson
We are joined by self-advocate Danielle Thomson as we explore what it means to create inclusive communities through language and her experience as a working autistic professional.
S1 Ep 1Episode 1 - Reacting to Good Doctor & Neurodiversity with Jessica Pigeau
We sit down with Jessica Pigeau an ASD self-advocate and an up-and-coming stand-up comedian to discuss neurodiversity and public perception.