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My Friend Autism

My Friend Autism with Orion Kelly is a podcast breaking down barriers, stigma and misconceptions around Autism, while providing validation and support for Autistic people and their loved ones. Host Orion Kelly is proudly Autistic.
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Episodes

Autism, Introversion & Ambiversion Explained

On this episode of 'My Friend Autism', Orion Kelly explores the topic of Ambiverts, Introverts and Autism. Orion Kelly is an Autistic YouTuber, podcaster, author, actor and advocate. Find out more about his podcast and YouTube channel's at Orion's website: https://orionkelly.com.au All rights reserved.

Feb 05, 202624 minEp. 85

Interoception & Autism - The Hidden Sense

On this episode of 'My Friend Autism', Orion Kelly explores the topic of Interoception and Autism. Orion Kelly is an Autistic YouTuber, podcaster, author, actor and advocate. Find out more about his podcast and YouTube channel's at Orion's website: https://orionkelly.com.au All rights reserved.

Jul 24, 202547 minEp. 84

Autistic Regression in Adults

On this episode of 'My Friend Autism', Orion Kelly explores the topic of Autistic regression in adults. Orion Kelly is an Autistic YouTuber, podcaster, author, actor and advocate. Find out more about his podcast and YouTube channel's at Orion's website: https://orionkelly.com.au All rights reserved.

Jun 26, 202544 minEp. 83

Signs You're Masking Autism as an Adult

On this episode of 'My Friend Autism', Orion Kelly explores the topic of masking autism for Autistic adults. Orion Kelly is an Autistic YouTuber, podcaster, author, actor and advocate. Find out more about his podcast and YouTube channel's at Orion's website: https://orionkelly.com.au All rights reserved.

Jun 19, 20251 hr 4 minEp. 82

How Autism Presents Differently in Women vs Men

On this episode of 'My Friend Autism', Orion Kelly explores the topic of Autistic diagnosis challenges for adults. Orion Kelly is an Autistic YouTuber, podcaster, author, actor and advocate. Find out more about his podcast and YouTube channel's at Orion's website: https://orionkelly.com.au All rights reserved.

Jun 12, 202543 minEp. 81

Autistic Elopement

On this episode of 'My Friend Autism', Orion Kelly explores the topic of Autistic elopement. Orion Kelly is an Autistic YouTuber, podcaster, author, actor and advocate. Find out more about his podcast and YouTube channel's at Orion's website: https://orionkelly.com.au All rights reserved.

Jun 05, 202554 minEp. 80

Mast Cells and Their Connection to Autism

On this episode of 'My Friend Autism', Orion Kelly explores the topic of mast cells, brain inflammation and autism. Orion Kelly is an Autistic YouTuber, podcaster, author, actor and advocate. Find out more about his podcast and YouTube channel's at Orion's website: https://orionkelly.com.au All rights reserved.

May 29, 202548 minEp. 79

Bullying and Autism

On this episode of 'My Friend Autism', Orion Kelly provides some practical strategies to identify and navigate bullying for Autistic people and their loved ones. Orion Kelly is an Autistic YouTuber, podcaster, author, actor and advocate. Find out more about his podcast and YouTube channel's at Orion's website: https://orionkelly.com.au All rights reserved.

May 15, 202540 minEp. 78

Mastering Relationships for Autistic People & Their Loved Ones

On this episode of 'My Friend Autism', Orion Kelly provides some practical strategies to master relationships for Autistic people and their loved ones. Orion Kelly is an Autistic YouTuber, podcaster, author, actor and Autistic advocate. Find out more and check out his podcasts & YouTube videos at Orion's website: https://orionkelly.com.au All rights reserved.

May 08, 20251 hr 2 minEp. 77

Responding to RFK Jr's War on Autism

On this episode of 'My Friend Autism', Orion Kelly responds to and unpacks the comments made by RFK Jr on autism. Orion Kelly is an Autistic YouTuber, podcaster, author, actor and Autistic advocate. Find out more and check out his podcasts & YouTube videos at Orion's website: https://orionkelly.com.au All rights reserved.

Apr 23, 20251 hrEp. 76

Lesser Known Autistic Traits in Adults

On this episode of 'My Friend Autism', Orion Kelly explores the topic of lesser known Autistic traits in Adults. Orion Kelly is an Autistic YouTuber, podcaster, author, actor and Autistic advocate. Find out more and check out his podcasts & YouTube videos at Orion's website: https://orionkelly.com.au All rights reserved.

Feb 27, 202549 minEp. 75

Hypermobility, EDS & Autism

On this episode of 'My Friend Autism', Orion Kelly explores the topic of hypermobility, EDS and autism. Orion Kelly is an Autistic YouTuber, podcaster, author, actor and Autistic advocate. Find out more and check out his podcasts & YouTube videos at Orion's website: https://orionkelly.com.au All rights reserved.

Feb 20, 202527 minEp. 74

PMDD and Autism

On this episode of 'My Friend Autism', Orion Kelly explores the topic of PMDD and how it impacts Autistic Women. Orion Kelly is an Autistic YouTuber, podcaster, author, actor and Autistic advocate. Find out more and check out his podcasts & YouTube videos at Orion's website: https://orionkelly.com.au All rights reserved.

Feb 13, 202521 minEp. 73

Demand Avoidance & Autistic Adults

On this episode of 'My Friend Autism', Orion Kelly explores the topic of demand avoidance and how it impacts Autistic adults. Orion Kelly is an Autistic YouTuber, podcaster, author, actor and Autistic advocate. Find out more and check out his podcasts & YouTube videos at Orion's website: https://orionkelly.com.au All rights reserved.

Feb 06, 20251 hr 5 minEp. 72

Demand Avoidance & Autistic Kids

On this episode of 'My Friend Autism', Orion Kelly explores the topic of demand avoidance and how it impacts Autistic kids. Orion Kelly is an Autistic YouTuber, podcaster, author, actor and Autistic advocate. Find out more and check out his podcasts & YouTube videos at Orion's website: https://orionkelly.com.au All rights reserved.

Oct 24, 202454 minEp. 71

Understanding Autistic Shutdowns

On this episode of 'My Friend Autism', Orion Kelly explores the topic of Autistic shutdowns. Orion Kelly is an Autistic YouTuber, podcaster, author, actor and Autistic advocate. Find out more and check out his podcasts & YouTube videos at Orion's website: https://orionkelly.com.au All rights reserved.

Oct 17, 202456 minEp. 70

Understanding Autistic Love Languages

On this episode of 'My Friend Autism', Orion Kelly explores the topic of Autistic love languages. Orion Kelly is an Autistic YouTuber, podcaster, author, actor and Autistic advocate. Find out more and check out his podcasts & YouTube videos at Orion's website: https://orionkelly.com.au All rights reserved.

Aug 22, 202442 minEp. 69

Hidden Autistic Traits in Adults

On this episode of 'My Friend Autism', Orion Kelly explores hidden Autistic traits in adults. Orion Kelly is an Autistic YouTuber, podcaster, author, actor and Autistic advocate. Find out more and check out his podcasts & YouTube videos at Orion's website: https://orionkelly.com.au All rights reserved.

Jul 05, 202449 minEp. 68

The Bystander Effect - Why Autistic People Make Great Employees

On this episode of 'My Friend Autism', Orion Kelly explores some recent research into the Bystander Effect and Autistic people. Orion Kelly is an Autistic YouTuber, podcaster, author, actor and Autistic advocate. Find out more and check out his podcasts & YouTube videos at Orion's website: https://orionkelly.com.au All rights reserved.

Jun 21, 202444 minEp. 67

Fawning & Autism

On this episode of 'My Friend Autism', Orion Kelly explores the topic of Fawning and Autism. Orion Kelly is an Autistic YouTuber, podcaster, author, actor and Autistic advocate. Find out more and check out his podcasts & YouTube videos at Orion's website: https://orionkelly.com.au All rights reserved.

May 24, 202454 minEp. 66

Autism Feels... Part Four (What Does Autism Feel Like)

On this episode of 'My Friend Autism' Orion Kelly takes you inside the mind of an Autistic person so that you can experience what autism feels like. Orion Kelly is an Autistic YouTuber, podcaster, author, actor, and Autistic advocate. Find out more and check out his podcasts & YouTube channels at Orion's website: https://orionkelly.com.au All rights reserved.

May 03, 202442 minEp. 65

Nonverbal Learning Disorder & Autism

On this episode of 'My Friend Autism', Orion Kelly explores the topic of Nonverbal Learning Disorder and Autism. Orion Kelly is an Autistic YouTuber, podcaster, author, actor and Autistic advocate. Find out more and check out his podcasts & YouTube videos at Orion's website: https://orionkelly.com.au All rights reserved.

Apr 19, 202422 minEp. 64

Why Autism Awareness is Unhelpful

Orion Kelly fiercely challenges the concept of Autism Awareness Month, calling it tokenistic and a failure, evidenced by global and Australian reports indicating autistic people are merely 'surviving.' He dissects the UN's 'surviving to thriving' theme, arguing it overlooks necessary intermediary steps and systemic barriers. Kelly also critiques Australia's National Autism Strategy as contradictory and ineffective, particularly regarding NDIS access, employment, and true community inclusion. He emphasizes the need for actual acceptance and understanding over superficial awareness campaigns.

Apr 05, 202451 minEp. 63

Selective Amnesia in Autism

On this episode of 'My Friend Autism', Orion Kelly explores the topic of selective amnesia in Autistic people. Orion Kelly is an Autistic YouTuber, podcaster, author, actor and Autistic advocate. Find out more and check out his podcasts & YouTube videos at Orion's website: https://orionkelly.com.au All rights reserved.

Mar 21, 202440 minEp. 62

What You Must Know About the Autistic Person in Your Life

On this episode of 'My Friend Autism', Orion Kelly shares 10 must know things that you need to know about your Autistic partner. Orion Kelly is an Autistic YouTuber, podcaster, author, actor and Autistic advocate. Find out more and check out his podcasts & YouTube videos at Orion's website: https://orionkelly.com.au All rights reserved.

Mar 08, 202445 minEp. 61

Autism is NOT Special

On this episode of 'My Friend Autism', Orion Kelly explores the toxic narrative and portrayal of Autistic people. Orion Kelly is an Autistic YouTuber, podcaster, author, actor and Autistic advocate. Find out more and check out his podcasts & YouTube videos at Orion's website: https://orionkelly.com.au All rights reserved.

Feb 02, 202429 minEp. 60

Rude or Autistic

On this episode of 'My Friend Autism', Orion Kelly explores why Autistic people can seem rude. Orion Kelly is an Autistic YouTuber, podcaster, author, actor and Autistic advocate. Find out more and check out his podcasts & YouTube videos at Orion's website: https://orionkelly.com.au All rights reserved.

Nov 10, 202350 minEp. 59

Stimming for Autistic Adults

On this episode of 'My Friend Autism', Orion Kelly explores the topic of stimming and it's importance for Autistic adults. Orion Kelly is an Autistic YouTuber, podcaster, author, actor and Autistic advocate. Find out more and check out his podcasts & YouTube videos at Orion's website: https://orionkelly.com.au All rights reserved.

Nov 03, 202354 minEp. 58

Autistic Burnout - Strategies to Thrive Again

On this episode of 'My Friend Autism', Orion Kelly explores the topic of Autistic Burnout. Orion Kelly is an Autistic YouTuber, podcaster, author, actor and Autistic advocate. Find out more and check out his podcasts & YouTube videos at Orion's website: https://orionkelly.com.au All rights reserved.

Oct 27, 20231 hrEp. 57

Unmasking After a Late Autism Diagnosis

On this episode of 'My Friend Autism', Orion Kelly explores the topic of unmasking for late diagnosed Autistic people. Orion Kelly is an Autistic YouTuber, podcaster, author, actor and Autistic advocate. Find out more and check out his podcasts & YouTube videos at Orion's website: https://orionkelly.com.au All rights reserved.

Oct 20, 202356 minEp. 56
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