Alex invites a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), Daniel Camarillo, to talk about in home child support for children with autism. They talk about what Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is, the benefits it can have for families and children with autism, and how the world of Telehealth is affecting in home child support.
Alex invites a competitor from season 2 of America’s Next Top Podcaster, Tyler Cardwell, to join the show. Tyler talks about how raising his 2 sons are completely different and unique experiences between the two. One has ADHD, another is extremely strong willed. He shares some of the ways he is able to parent both of them effectively and how important effective communication is with his sons to making that happen.
Alex invites a fellow member of the podcasting group known as The Tadpool to join him on this week’s episode. Gary talks about his daughter’s diagnosis of Asperger’s syndrome, how he might be on the spectrum himself, and what it means to embrace people like him who feel that they are social outcasts.
Dan Patriss (GeekJockBlog) joins Alex to talk about fatherhood! He brings a really fun story about how he met his wife, how they face their daughter’s diagnosis of Turner Syndrome, and how he promotes a healthy balance of work and play when it comes to his son’s enjoyment of hockey. The guys also talk about great board games to play with younger kids.
Alex’s friend, Steven, joins him to discuss the role that faith plays in his approach to fatherhood. He also shares the story of his daughter, Lulu, and how he and his wife found out that Lulu has down syndrome and the impact that has had on their lives.
Alex’s old friend and former neighbor, Anthony, joins him on the show to discuss his choice to separate from the Marine Corps to focus on his family life and overcoming the challenges of not having his father in his life. He also talks about his two boys and how to harness the energy of an energetic child.
Steve is the father of 3 children, 2 of which are autistic. He shares his inspiring story with Alex as well as great advice on how to overcome challenges in marriage and fatherhood.