What does autism mean to YOU? Part II

What does autism mean to YOU? Part II

From Beyond the Spectrum.. every age, every need by Beyond the Spectrum...every age, every need

February 25, 2026 · 1h 10m · Season 1 · Episode 5

About this episode

In this episode, Shawn and Maurice explore the beauty found in caregiving and discuss community support for men on the autism spectrum.

SUPPORT THE SHOW & EXPERIENCE UNIVERSAL DESIGN We are proud to partner with BILLY Footwear, a brand that truly embodies the spirit of Beyond the Spectrum. After a spinal cord injury, co-founder Billy Price set out to create shoes that were stylish, high-quality, and—most importantly—accessible to everyone. Get 10% OFF your purchase at checkout here: https://billyfootwear.com/?ref=beyond-the-spectrum 🐺 JOIN THE DEN: MEN’S SUPPORT GROUP A dedicated space for men to find community, share experiences, and navigate the journey of life on the spectrum together. Register for our next meeting here: https://sites.google.com/view/welcometotheden/home In part 2 of this episode, Shawn & Maurice discuss the silver lining or beauty they have found in caregiving. Copyright Disclaimer: This episode includes clips from "Famous Last Words" (Netflix, 2026) for the purposes of commentary and education. This is a transformative work protected under Fair Use (17 U.S. Code § 107). All rights belong to Netflix/Tudum.

People in this episode

Host: Shawn

Guest: Maurice

Topics covered

  • autism
  • caregiving
  • community support
  • universal design
  • men's support group

Keywords

  • autism
  • caregiving
  • BILLY Footwear
  • support group
  • universal design

Sponsors

BILLY Footwear

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Netflix, Tudum

Books & works: Famous Last Words

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