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Podcast: Different Spectrums Podcast ™️
Episode: Ghostbusters Afterlife: Neurodivergent Stories, Late Diagnosis & Representation [Ft. Carolyn Kiel]
Description: We’re excited to welcome Carolyn Kiel, host of the award-winning Beyond Six Seconds podcast, to discuss neurodivergent representation in media through the lens of Phoebe from Ghostbusters: Afterlife. Together, we explore how Phoebe’s dry humor, masking, and unique way of connecting reflect authentic autistic experiences.
Carolyn also opens up about her own journey of discovering she was autistic later in life and how interviewing neurodivergent individuals helped her better understand herself. Her insights highlight the power of connection and self-discovery through shared stories.
We dive into topics like affirming parenting for neurodivergent kids, mind...