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Episode 9: Becoming an Autistic Entrepreneur with Cogs AI's CEO, Zareen Ali
Guest: Zareen Ali, CEO, Cogs AI Zareen Ali, CEO of Cogs AI founded the company to create a non-pathologising mindfulness app specifically designed to support neurodivergent people. In our conversation, we spoke about the experiences that led Zareen to create the app and how she balances some of the expectations of leading a company with some of the common challenges experienced by neurodivergent people. We also discussed how Zareen has approached creating an inclusive work culture at Cogs and what advice she would offer others who are looking to create their own business. Right click here and choose 'save' to download audio |
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Episode 8: Dani ‘The Punk Rock Autistic’ on Creating Employment That Works for Them
Guest: Dani Noreen, Neurodiversity Unbound Dani ‘The Punk Rock Autistic’ on Creating Employment That Works for Them For episode 8 of Working to Work I spoke with Dani Noreen (aka the Punk Rock Autistic) about their journey towards creating a work life that works for them, including the development of their business ‘Neurodiversity Unbound’. Dani spoke about what wasn’t working for them in previous work, and prioritising openness about needs and preferences benefits them and those they work with. We also spoke about working through self doubt, and the varying challenges of taking less conventional, and more bespoke approaches to employment. For more on Dani’s work visit: https://neurodiversityunbound.com/ Right click here and choose 'save' to download audio |
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Episode 7: The BBC Radio Neurodiversity Phone-In
Guest: Dotun Adebayo, BBC Radio 5-Live callers I had the opportunity to join the brilliant broadcaster Dotun Adebayo on his late-night BBC Radio 5 Live programme 'Up All Night' for a special phone-in dedicated to all things neurodiversity. This programme was an opportunity for listeners to share their experiences of neurodiversity, be it their own experiences or related to those close to them. For this episode of Working to Work, I collected excerpts from that programme that pertain to employment but also a range of other experiences of neurological difference - its manifestation and its reception in past, present, and potentially future societies. I t was also an opportunity to speak with Dotun about my own experiences and perspectives that I hope were of interest to listeners of the programme and will be to viewers of this episode. Right click here and choose 'save' to download audio |
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Episode 6: Learning From Experience: Career Advisor Stephanie Ozuo
Guest: Stephanie Ozuo, Neurodivergent Career Advisor A substantive conversation with Stephanie Ozuo, a Careers Advisor and founder 'Cover My CV', who uses her lived experience of ADHD to support fellow neurodivergent individuals obtain and maintain gratifying employment. In this episode we discussed: the purpose of CVs and cover letters; transferable skills; seeking mission-based work aligned with goals; the benefits of affirming employee strenghts; neurodivergence intersecting with other identities, and more. Right click here and choose 'save' to download audio |
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Episode 5: Is the Audio Industry Ready for Neurodivergent Talent? Autistic Producer Robin Blamires' Journey
Guest: Robin Blamires, Audio Producer In this insightful conversation, I spoke with Robin Blamires, a talented and passionate autistic audio producer, about his journey from student radio to the challenges faced in finding fulfilling work, as documented in his new piece 'The Audio Rainbow'. We explore some of the intricacies of the audio industry, discuss the barriers faced by neurodivergent individuals, sensory challenges, and the quest for inclusive spaces. Listen to hear Robin's unique perspective, the support he's found, and the aspirations driving him to create both compelling audio, and a more accessible audio world. Right click here and choose 'save' to download audio |
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Episode 4: Listening to Neurodivergent Workers: What Can Managers Learn?
Guest: Alex Genadinik, Author and Coach The tables are turned in this episode as I'm interviewed by my friend, author, and coach, Alex Genadinik. We discuss the benefits of learning about Neurodiversity for my mental health and self-acceptance, my experiences in employment as a neurodivergent worker, and what advice I would offer to managers and colleagues to create an accessible, inclusive, and fair dynamic with neurodivergent employees, like myself. Right click here and choose 'save' to download audio |
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Episode 3: Can Autistica's Neurodiversity Employers Index Bridge the Neurodivergent Employment Gap?
Guest: James Cusack, Autistic, CEO I spoke with James Cusack, Chief Executive of the UK's leading Autism research and campaigning charity, Autistica. Topics covered include the ambitious (and necessary) goals to double the Autistic employment rate by 2030, and specifically how Autistica's 'Neurodiversity Employers Index' (NDEI) can help achieve this. We also discussed the impact of early life on employment experiences, creating a culture of meeting needs, and my reflections on my own employment path. Click 'more' to see chapters. Right click here and choose 'save' to download audio |
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Episode 2: What Does a Job Coach for Autistic People Do? With Leo Capella From the National Autistic Society
Guest: Leo Capella, Coach at National Autistic Society How does a Job Coach support autistic people to obtain and maintain employment? In this episode Sam speaks with Leo Capella, a job coach at the National Autistic Society to find out what the job involves, and how it is helping to bridge the gap between those seeking neurodivergent talent and those looking for gratifying work. Right click here and choose 'save' to download audio |
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Episode 1: Will the Government’s Autism Review Transform Neurodivergent Employment? With Sir Robert Buckland
Guest: Sir Robert Buckland
MP, I spoke with Sir Robert Buckland, the MP leading the UK Government's 2023 review into Autism Employment to learn what the review hopes to achieve, how it will go about it, and why it's important. Right click here and choose 'save' to download audio |
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