122 [Bonus Episode] Softening and bracing: autism, loneliness and how we can find connection

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143 [Bonus] Beyond diagnosis: Self‑trust, masking, and the continuing autism journey

I first met today's guest, Vera, nearly five years ago, when we recorded a podcast episode early in 2021. A lot has changed for Vera since then, so we decided it was time for a catch up. Now 46, when we last spoke Vera had very recently been formally identified as autistic. Over ...  Show more

142 [Re-release] Being an autistic extrovert, people watching and managing our energy

This episode was recorded in early 2021 and originally released as part of the third season of Squarepeg. I was delighted to get to speak to Vera again recently, in 2026, and that new episode is now available for you to listen to. So I'm re-releasing my original conversation with ...  Show more

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