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1 in 31: Autism Today
Hosted by Anderson Center for Autism · EN
The show beyond the statistic!
Derived from the prevalence of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) amongst children in the United States, 1 in 31: Autism Today addresses hot topics affecting the autism community in the Hudson Valley and beyond. The unique interview format features host Eliza Bozenski of Anderson Center for Autism, New York’s premier autism treatment center, along with celebrity guests, professionals in the field, community partners, and more.
Bozenski serves as the Chief Development Officer and oversees the Development department. She received her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Miami University of Ohio and her master’s degree in clinical social work from New York’s Columbia University.
The half-hour weekend program is produced by Pamal Broadcasting, LTD. 1 in 31: Autism Today continues to serve the tri-state area as a leading autism resource since its inception in 2012.
1 in 31: Autism Today airs on:
WHUD 100.7FM
Beacon, NY, WHUD.com, Sundays, 6:00AMEST
WBPM 92.9FM/96.5FM and 1260AM/1420AM
Beacon, NY, 929wbpm.com, Sundays, 6:30AM EST
Oldies, WGNY 98.9/105.3FM and 1220AM
New Windsor, NY, WGNYFM.com, Sundays, 7:30AM EST
The Beacon, WGHQ 92.5FM/920AM
Kingston, NY, hvbeacon.com, Sundays, 8:30AM EST
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*The views and opinions expressed by the hosts, guests, and callers of this program are solely their own and do not represent or reflect the views, policies, or official position of ACA, its affiliates, or its staff. ACA does not endorse any statements made during this broadcast.
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Chef Pearl - Taste of the Spectrum
3d ago00:25:30Tap to summarizeThis weekend's 1 in 31: Autism Today guest is Chef Pearl. Currently based in Rockland County NY, Chef Pearl is a native of North-Eastern Thailand. She was trained in classic French Cooking at Le Cordon Bleu, London and French Culinary Institute in LA and NYC. Chef Pearl teaches Thai, Asian, European, American, Polynesian, and Fusion cooking at Sur La Table in Nanuet, NY. She also offers hands-on, private and group sessions as well as Taste of the Spectrum. This is an inclusive culinary program that provides hands-on cooking classes designed specifically for teens and young adults on the autism spectrum. Chef Pearl helps to build life skills, independence, and confidence for her students. Tune in to learn more or visit: https://www.pearlcookingstudio.com/
Transcribe →Amy Gravino - A.S.C.O.T Consulting, LLC
1w ago00:24:00Tap to summarizeThis weekend's 1 in 31: Autism Today guest is Amy Gravino. Amy is an author, international speaker, autism sexuality advocate, consultant and relationship coach. She is the founder and operator of A.S.C.O.T Consulting LLC, which provides consulting and college coaching services for individuals with autism, to help them thrive and succeed both academically and socially in a higher education setting. Amy also serves on the board of directors for multiple organizations including Yes She Can Inc, and Specialisterne USA. Her work has been featured in Spectrum, the leading online news source for autism research, Reader’s Digest, special education textbooks, and other outlets. Tune in to learn more about Amy or visit: www.AmyGravino.com
Transcribe →Ashley Wool - Broadway Actress, Autism Advocate
2w ago00:24:00Tap to summarizeThis weekend's 1 in 31: Autism Today guest is Ashley Wool. Ashley is known for originating the role of Jessica in the groundbreaking Broadway musical How to Dance in Ohio. She has established herself as a uniquely vibrant and dynamic storyteller, and one of the entertainment industry's leading voices in autistic advocacy. Ashley made her Broadway debut in 2023 in the musical 'How to Dance in Ohio', in which she played one of seven autistic characters that were cast with autistic actors. This was a historical first for autistic and disability representation in the media, and behind the scenes, Ashley helped to craft a work environment that prioritized accessibility and inclusion in ways that no commercial theatre production ever had before. Ashley joins us to discuss authenticity in casting, creating an accessible work environment, modifying existing practices to be more inclusive to neurodivergence and other disabilities, and more. Tune in to learn more or visit: https://www.ashleywool.com/
Transcribe →Kimberly Popolizio - i2Evolve Art Studio
3w ago00:24:00Tap to summarizeThis weekend's 1 in 31: Autism Today guest is Kimberly Popolizio. Kimberly is the owner of and instructor at i2Evolve LLLC. She is also a NYS K-12 Certified Art Educator, and holds Trauma-informed Creative Art & Sand Play Therapy Certificates from SUNY Albany. i2Evolve is an art studio located in the Hudson Valley region of New York. They partner with schools and organizations who want to bring art into their everyday lives. They provide studio classes, private sessions, summer camps and workshops, parties, paint and sip events, and more! The i2Evolve Art Studio team was recently trained by Anderson Center for Autism to become an Autism Supportive Environment as well! Tune in or learn more or visit: https://i2evolve.com/
Transcribe →Jan Schlueter - Neurodiverse Technologies
May 800:25:00Tap to summarizeThis weekend's 1 in 31: Autism Today guest is Jan Schlueter. Jan is the CEO and Founder of Neurodiverse Technologies, an innovation-led company creating assistive tools for neurodivergent individuals, with a focus on meaningful independence, confidence, and opportunity. From learning to drive to navigating the workforce, they design technology that adapts to each mind, not the other way around. Rooted in inclusion and real-life impact, they believe that with the right support, every individual can thrive. Tune in to learn more about Jan and SANDI - their interactive desktop simulator, or visit: https://neurodiversetechnologies.com/
Transcribe →Alex Astrella - Blu Star Productions & Film Festival
May 100:24:00Tap to summarizeThis weekend's 1 in 31: Autism Today guest is Alex Astrella. Alex is a visual artist based out of Orange County California. He is the founder and CEO of Blu Star Productions, a company founded by an artist with a disability for artists with disabilities. Alex was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder at the age of 2. He joins us to discuss Blu Star and their inaugural film festival (May 2, 2026) which will showcase the work of neurodivergent filmmakers. Their goal is to empower disabled artists and creators across the globe with the resources needed to showcase their groundbreaking talents. Tune in to learn more or visit: https://www.blustarproductions.com/
Transcribe →Mariel Piña - Rockland County Department of Mental Health
Apr 2400:25:00Tap to summarizeThis weekend's 1 in 31: Autism Today guest is Mariel Piña. Mariel is the Coordinator of Planning and Adult Services for the Rockland County Department of Mental Health (RCDMH). Mariel joins us to discuss the All-Abilities training RCDMH underwent and subsequent partnership with Anderson Center Consulting and Training. RCDMH is now offering a series of free trainings to organizations and businesses in Rockland County to build autism-friendly environments across all sectors of the community. Mariel also discusses the Rockland Works Career Center - Rockland’s one-stop employment and training resource, supporting both the employment and training needs of job seekers and the staffing needs of local employers. Tune in to learn more or visit: https://www.rocklandcountyny.gov/departments/mental-health/mental-health-training
Transcribe →Brigitte Shipman - Mother's Guide Through Autism
Apr 1700:25:30Tap to summarizeThis weekend's 1 in 31: Autism Today guest is Brigitte Shipman. Brigitte is a speaker, author, certified life coach, and host of the Mother's Guide Through Autism podcast. She is also mom to two adult sons, one on the autism spectrum. Her mission is to help parents—and anyone navigating life’s “tsunamis”—move from heartbreak to healing, from overwhelm to empowerment. Briggite shares real stories and practical insights that inspire healing, connection, and hope for families—and for anyone navigating life’s unexpected challenges. Tune in to learn more or visit: https://www.mothersguidethroughautism.com/
Transcribe →Victoria Thiery - Know Limits
Apr 1000:27:00Tap to summarizeThis weekend's 1 in 31: Autism Today guest is Victoria Thiery. Victoria is a writer, producer, and director. She works alongside her husband, Austin. Victoria specializes in character development and final edits, with a keen eye for emotional consistency, narrative cohesion, and refining stories until they feel honest, intentional, and complete. She joins us to discuss their latest project: Know Limits. Know Limits is a narrative television project centered on Colin, an autistic lacrosse superfan who uncovers corruption within professional lacrosse. Tune in to learn more or visit: https://thethierysfeature.com/
Transcribe →Chip Vincie - Sibling Perspective
Apr 300:27:00Tap to summarizeThis weekend's 1 in 31: Autism Today guest is Chip Vincie. Chip's brother has been in the care of Anderson Center for Autism's for over 40 years. Chip joins us to discuss his journey to become his brother's legal guardian in 1999. Chip is an advocate for autonomy, but still helps to make decisions regarding and advocates for his brother when needed! Tune in to learn more, or see Chip's list of resources/helpful documents below. Chip's Guardianship Resources: https://www.nycourts.gov/CourtHelp/Guardianship/17A.shtml - this is a not-bad guide to how the process works and what you need to get together. Includes instructions on the forms and links to downloadable PDFs. Todd Fischlin is great and was my attorney. https://fishlinlaw.com/attorney-profile/ The New York Bar Association Referral Service will give you up to 3 referrals, based on what area of the law you need help with. You can consult with each of them for free for up to 15 minutes to figure out who's the right one for you. There's a suggested donation (the referral service is a nonprofit) but it's low. https://nysba.org/new-york-state-bar-association-lawyer-referral-service/ FORMS: * 17A Guardianship petition - this is the form where you ask to petition to be guardian (or move from standby to main guardian), including the contact info for you, your loved one, and the contact info for anyone who *could* have a competing claim * Combined Oath/Designation - this is a one page form where you swear you'll be a responsible guardian, and also which county surrogates court can accept processes if you're not around * Affidavit of Proposed Guardian - this is where you provide information about yourself - your address, education (where you went to school and what years), why you would be a good guardian Standby Guardianship Forms: The standby guardian will also have to submit these forms: * Combined Oath/Designation * Affidavit of Proposed Guardian * Affidavit of Examining Psychiatrist or Physician - this is what the doctor will have to fill out with the appropriate code for the disability * Waiver of Process Consent - anyone who *could* also become a guardian should fill this out, basically saying "I'm not going to pursue this claim". Ideally, you'd get the person to fill this out ahead of time. In my case, my ex-wife was originally the standby guardian, but we'd divorced and I'd remarried by the time my mother had married. I asked my ex if she would fill out this waiver ahead of time, and she agreed and filled it out, had it notarized, and got it back to me. * Notice of Petition - a one-or-two page form informing the court that you're making this petition for guardianship, and listing the standby guardian(s) (you can have several), and who else should get a notice of petition (if someone could contest your claim) * Affidavit of Mailing of Petition - this basically states that you in fact mailed all the people who should get a notice (like someone who has a potentially competing guardianship claim) - I didn't have to fill this out. * Form 3909 - this is where you have to list all the addresses that you and the standby guardians have lived at for the last 28 years, as well as any aliases you've used, like your maiden name. In my case, I changed my last name to my stepfather's. * To be on the safe side, I included my change of name documentation (I think nowadays they just issue a new birth certificate) * If you're moving from standby to main guardian, you will want to include: -- A copy of the original "Notice of Guardianship" that the state sent the guardian -- the death certificate of the guardian. -- Just as an aside, when someone dies, whoever is stuck with the arrangements should request at least 10 death certificates. The funeral home will give you a certain amount as part of their costs, but will charge you above that. It's not expensive and every bank, insurance company, and other institution will want an original FILING OUT THE FORMS: The good news is that these forms are now available as PDFS that can be filled out on your computer, and some counties have electronic filing. NOTE that these forms change sometimes and so does the number of forms required, so please hit up the website above for the latest info. I would recommend filling out the forms yourself and then letting the lawyer look at them before filing. Filling them out yourself will save you legal fees but getting them to check your work will ensure you're not missing anything.
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