Autism Changemakers Podcast
Sara Intonato
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About This Podcast
Autism Changemakers is the podcast for parents of nonspeaking autistic kids who are done feeling isolated and dismissed. Hosted by Sara Intonato—parent coach, consultant, and mom to a nonspeaking child—you’ll find real tools, real connection, and real hope. We presume competence, honor brilliance, and create a community where parents lead the quiet revolution for change.
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S1E22 Autism Dad Support: Why Fathers of Non-Speaking Kids Need Community Too | Dr. Jonathan Chism, Autism Dads Social Club
If you're a dad of a non-speaking autistic child who's been quietly carrying this alone — or a mom who wishes the dad in your child's life had more support — this episode is for you. I invited Dr.…
S1E21 The Magic Bullet for Non-Speaking Autism Progress? It's Consistency
If you've ever asked another autism parent — what's the one thing that made the biggest difference for your child? — this episode is my honest answer. People ask me all the time: Sara, what's the…
S1E20 Non-Speaking Autism Parents: Stuck Between the System and Self-Trust
If you're parenting a non-speaking autistic child, there's a space you might be in right now that almost nobody is talking about. You don't trust the system anymore. You've seen the gaps. You've…
S1E19 Non-Speaking Autism and First Words: A Letterboard Breakthrough Story
If you're parenting a non-speaking autistic child and your letterboard journey feels messy and nothing like the polished videos you see on social media — this episode is for you. Jennifer Kenny, an…
S1E18 The Hardest Moment of My Autism Parenting Life — And How I Got Through It
If you're parenting a non-speaking autistic child and you've ever looked at someone else's life and thought — how are they okay when I'm barely holding it together — this episode is for you. I…
S1E17 Autism Awareness Month Is Not Supposed to Feel Like This
If you’re raising a child with non-speaking autism and Autism Awareness Month doesn’t feel supportive, I want you to know you’re not alone. In this episode, I’m sharing why April can feel so heavy…
S1E16 Why Life Skills Classrooms Limit Non-Speaking Students | Dr. Vaish Sarathy
If you’re parenting a child with non-speaking autism and feel like you’re constantly advocating for more than the system expects, this episode will resonate deeply. In this conversation, Sara…
S1E15 Non-Speaking Autism Help: Get the Support You Need (Part 3)
If you’re raising a non-speaking autistic child and feel like you’re barely surviving, this episode is for you. This episode is part of The Quiet Work That Changes Everything — a mini-series for…
S1E14 Non-Speaking Autism Help: Stop Abandoning Yourself (Part 2)
If you’re parenting a non-speaking autistic child and feel like you have to hold everything together, this episode is for you. This episode is part of The Quiet Work That Changes Everything — a…
S1E13 Non-Speaking Autism Help: You’re Not Alone (Part 1)
If you’ve been searching for non-verbal autism help or support for raising a non-speaking autistic child, this episode is for you. This episode is part of The Quiet Work That Changes Everything — a…
S1E12 What if my nonspeaking child never finds their voice? | Special Guest: Austin Moore
In this episode, I sit down with my friend and colleague Austin, a seasoned spelling coach and fellow parent, to crack open what it really means to live the spelling lifestyle with non-speaking…
S1E11 What happens when you remove yourself from the usual patterns?
In this episode, we step into the transformative experience of walking the Camino de Santiago—not as a romanticized pilgrimage, but as a raw journey of self-discovery, nervous system healing, and…
S1E10 What Every Parent Should Know About Lead and Safety
In this episode, we peel back the curtain on the hidden world of lead exposure and the far-reaching impact it can have—often where you least expect it. I explore: How my personal journey with my…
S1E9 What If Your Intuition Is The Key To Your Child’s Autism Journey?
In this episode, we dive into the remarkable journey of healing and transformation with Alessandra Miele—a parent, clinician, and functional medicine health coach. I explore: How Alessandra’s…
S1E8 Your Child Can’t Thrive If You’re Barely Surviving
In this episode, we dive into the often-unspoken pattern of parents investing everything into their autistic non speakers—while neglecting their own needs. I explore: Why self-worth and victim…
S1E7 What If More Holiday Magic = Less Holiday Bullsh*t?
In this episode, I dive deep into the realities of surviving—and actually enjoying—the holiday season as a parent of a non-speaker. I explore: Why I choose “joyful chaos” over overwhelm, and how you…
S1E6 Flipping the Script: How to Get Results at Your Child’s IEP Meeting
In this episode, I share a real, behind-the-scenes look at what actually works for me in IEP meetings as both a coach and a parent to a non-speaking child. I explore: The subtle power of listening…
S1E5 Navigating Change: Helping Your Autistic Child (and Yourself) Through Transitions
In this episode, we dive deep into the real-life challenges and solutions around making transitions smoother for autistic children—and their families. I explore: Why “calling out the pink elephant”…
S1E4 What Happens When Moms Prioritize Themselves? Hayley’s Autism Parenting Story of Transformation
In this episode, we dive deep into the remarkable transformation of Haley, a mom of five (including four autistic children, three of whom are non-speaking). We explore: · Haley’s journey from…
S1E3 Stronger Together: How Community Transforms Autism Parenting
In this roundtable episode, we gather six remarkable mothers—each raising non-speaking autistic children—to reveal the challenges, surprises, and breakthroughs on their parenting journeys. We…
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Autism Changemakers Podcast has published 22 episodes since October 2025, covering topics in Health & Fitness, Kids & Family.
Autism Changemakers Podcast is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 34m.
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