A Different Brilliant

A Different Brilliant

Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect)

Episodes 48
Avg. Duration 31m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (11)
Since Feb 2020
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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Schedule
Monthly
Format
Episodic
Consistency
82%
Hosting
feeds.captivate.fm

About This Podcast

A different brilliant is an Aspect podcast made for Autistic adults and parents or carers of kids on the autism spectrum.

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Recent Episodes

S6 Autistic entrepreneurship: a different path to work

Jun 01, 2026 25m

In this episode of a different brilliant®, host Madeleine Jaine Lobsey speaks with Autistic social entrepreneur, researcher and systems innovator Dr Sharon Zivkovic about why entrepreneurship can be…

S6 Creating inclusive recruitment practices for Autistic people

May 04, 2026 41m

This episode of A Different Brilliant explores what inclusive recruitment really looks like in practice, and why current hiring systems are failing Autistic people.Host, Madeline Jaine Lobsey is…

S5 Thriving Kids: A conversation with Minister Jenny McAllister

Apr 14, 2026 40m Transcript

In this episode, Aspect CEO Jacqui Borland and Autism Friendly Employment Manager Kristy Kelly speak with NDIS Minister Jenny McAllister about the Australian Government’s Thriving Kids…

S5 AI's role in the future of inclusive classrooms

Mar 30, 2026 40m

In this episode of A Different Brilliant, we speak with Craig Smith, Manager of Technology and Innovation for Positive Partnerships. Craig shares his valuable knowledge and experience which is…

S5 Eye care for Autistic people

Mar 02, 2026 32m

In this episode, Dr Chris Edwards (Aspect) and Dr Paul Constable (Flinders University) share what their recent eye care research reveals about the experiences of Autistic adults, parents of Autistic…

S5 Exploring inclusive education through the lens of a student’s lived experience

Feb 04, 2026 32m

In this powerful episode of A Different Brilliant, host Madeleine Jaine Lobsey is joined by Eliza Tait, a recent Year 12 graduate, disability advocate and former Deputy Premier of the New South Wales…

S5 Autistic experiences of pregnancy and birth

Jan 12, 2026 36m

This podcast episode explores Autistic people's experiences of pregnancy, birth and early parenthood. Host, Madeleine Jaine Lobsey speaks with Dr Abbey Love from the Aspect Research Centre for Autism…

S5 Neurodiversity defined and the benefit of different thinking

Dec 01, 2025 32m

In this episode of A Different Brilliant, host Madeline Jaine Lobsey sits down with social worker and behaviour support practitioner Bella Smythe for an open and empowering conversation about…

S5 Understanding the Sunflower: Autism and Hidden Disabilities

Nov 04, 2025 44m

In this episode of a different brilliant, host Madeline Jane Lobsey is joined by Sandee Facy, Hd of Business Development for Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Australia & New Zealand (via Bayley…

S5 Caring for the carers of Autistic people

Oct 06, 2025 37m

In this episode, host Madeleine Jaine Lobsey chats with Mel Spencer OAM, CEO of Different Journeys, who draws on her lived experience and professional expertise to discuss unpaid carers of Autistic…

S5 Autism and the role of fathers

Sep 03, 2025 41m

In this episode of a different brilliant, Dr James Best reflects on his journey as both a father of an Autistic son and a GP, sharing the challenges and insights he’s gained along the way. He offers…

S5 Autism and grief

Aug 25, 2025 37m

In this episode of a different brilliant, host Madeleine Jane Lobsey is joined by Jennifer Lowe, autism researcher and PhD candidate at La Trobe University’s Olga Tennison Autism Research Centre, to…

S5 Breaking myths: Jodi Rodgers and Michael Theo talk relationships, dating and intimacy

Jul 30, 2025 42m

In the latest episode of A Different Brilliant, host Madeleine Jane Lobsey is joined by Michael Theo and therapist and author Jodi Rodgers to explore relationships, dating, intimacy and…

S5 Pathological Demand Avoidance and autism strategies

Jun 26, 2025 32m

Join host Madeleine Jane Lobsey and Aspect’s Positive Behaviour Support practitioner Anna James as they discuss Pathological Demand Avoidance or PDA and autism strategies and why anxiety, not…

S5 Exploring Autistic masking with Grace Tame.

Apr 01, 2025 47m

In this episode of a different brilliant, host Madeline Jaine Lobsey is joined by 2021 Australian of the Year, Grace Tame — advocate, author, artist and proud autistic woman — for a powerful…

S4 Autism and aging

Mar 05, 2025 50m

Host Madeleine Jaine Lobsey, explores with Dr. Wenn Lawson and Prof. Sandra Thom-Jones why so many older Autistic people have gone undiagnosed, the lasting impact of late recognition and the critical…

S4 Navigating School Transitions

Jan 15, 2025 33m

Our host Madeleine Jaine Lobsey and Meghan Williams, Aspect's Education Autism Practice Manager, discuss school transitions. They explore the common challenges that are faced by starting a new…

S4 Pros and cons of autism disclosure

Dec 02, 2024 33m

Join our host, Madeleine Jaine Lobsey as she chats with Dr Chris Edwards and Dr Abbey Love from the Aspect Research Centre for Autism Practice (ARCAP) to explore the pros and cons of autism…

S4 What is Positive Behaviour Support?

Nov 05, 2024 33m

In this episode, host Madeleine Jaine Lobsey is joined by Aspect's PBS & Safeguarding Manager, Jessica Degrassi to address the topic of "Positive Behaviour Support", or "PBS". They look at both…

S4 Autism and loneliness

Sep 30, 2024 34m

In this episode, host Madeleine Jaine Lobsey is joined by Aspect Research Centre for Autism Practice (ARCAP) researchers, Dr Abbey Love and Dr Chris Edwards, and Occupational…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does A Different Brilliant have?

A Different Brilliant has published 48 episodes since February 2020, covering topics in Education, Health & Fitness.

Is A Different Brilliant still active?

A Different Brilliant is currently highly active with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 31m.

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