Black Girl Diagnosed

Black Girl Diagnosed - Black Autistic Kayla

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2534400/fan_mail/new] In this episode of Black Girl Diagnosed, we’re joined by Kayla Smith, an autistic disability justice advocate, creator of #BlackAutisticPride, and passionate voice for Black autistic representation. Kayla shares her journey as a Black autistic queer woman and reflects on how advocacy, community, and self-discovery have shaped her life. We discuss the importance of self-acceptance, embracing every part of your identity, and what it means to take pride in being both Black and autistic in a world that often misunderstands both experiences. Kayla also opens up about her advocacy work, the inspiration behind #BlackAutisticPride, and why creating space for Black autistic voices remains so important. This conversation is a powerful reminder that authenticity, visibility, and community can be transformative. Tune in for an inspiring discussion about identity, pride, and the journey of becoming your truest self.

Black Girl Diagnosed - Dr Kay Coghill

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2534400/fan_mail/new] In this episode of Black Girl Diagnosed, we’re joined by Dr. KáLyn “Kay” Coghill, an AuDHD educator, activist, and advocate whose work focuses on digital misogynoir, online gender-based violence, and protecting Black communities in digital spaces. Kay shares their experiences navigating academic and professional spaces as a neurodivergent Black person, what it means to practice harm reduction online, and why creating safer internet spaces for Black women, girls, and non-binary people is so important. We also discuss their mid-30s diagnosis journey and how understanding their neurodivergence reshaped the way they see themselves and move through the world. This conversation is powerful, timely, and deeply necessary  exploring the intersections of race, disability, technology, and safety in a world where Black neurodivergent voices are too often targeted and overlooked.

Black Girl Diagnosed - Autism Acceptance Month with Charlotte Bachelor

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2534400/fan_mail/new] In this special Autism Acceptance Month episode of Black Girl Diagnosed, we welcome back returning guest Charlotte Bachelor for an honest and affirming conversation centered on Black autistic women and the importance of true acceptance beyond awareness. Charlotte shares her perspective on representation, self-acceptance, and why Black autistic voices must be centered in conversations about autism. Together, we discuss the misconceptions Black autistic women still face, the impact of late diagnosis, and what it means to create spaces where neurodivergent people feel seen, valued, and supported. This episode is a reminder that autism acceptance is about more than visibility  it’s about listening, understanding, community, and making room for Black autistic people to exist fully and authentically. 🩷✨

Black Girl Diagnosed - Lyric Rivera

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2534400/fan_mail/new] This week and for the final episode of season 1 of Black Girl Diagnosed  we’re joined by Lyric Rivera, creator of the NeuroDivergent Rebel blog and author of the best-selling book Workplace Neurodiversity Rising, praised by Forbes as an essential guide grounded in lived experience and professional insight. Since launching NeuroDivergent Rebel in 2016, Lyric has helped reshape how people understand neurodiversity through writing and video, centering autistic voices, creative expression, and autonomy. Their work challenges outdated narratives and pushes for a world where neurological differences are respected and accepted.

Black Girl Diagnosed - Pastiche Graham

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2534400/fan_mail/new] In this episode of Black Girl Diagnosed, we’re joined by children’s author and autism advocate Pastiche Graham, creator of Pia Pistachio Gets a Job! — a book inspired by her lived experience as an autistic woman. Pastiche shares how her appearance on Undercover Boss helped spark her publishing journey and why she felt called to create a main character autistic girls can see themselves in. We talk about the male-centered narrative around autism, the discrimination autistic people still face in workplaces, and the importance of public inclusion and representation. Pastiche opens up about reclaiming her voice, challenging stigma, and using storytelling as activism. This conversation is a powerful reminder that autistic girls and women deserve visibility, resources, and spaces where they belong. Tune in for an honest discussion about courage, advocacy, and rewriting the story around autism.