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Send us Fan Mail Helping Our Autistic Kids Thrive with Temple Grandin, PhD In this episode, Dr. Temple Grandin talks about the importance of ALL kinds of minds, including autistic ones. She talks about how we are "screening out" our valuable visual thinkers. We discuss many ways to help kids on the autism spectrum truly succeed. Dr. Grandin did not talk until she was three and a half years old. She was fortunate to get early speech therapy. Her teachers also taught her how to wait and take turns when playing board games. She was mainstreamed into a normal kindergarten at age five. Oliver Sacks wrote in the forward of Thinking in Pictures that her first book Emergence: Labeled Autistic was “unprecedented because there had never before been an inside narrative of autism.” Dr. Sacks profiled Dr. Grandin in his best selling book Anthropologist on Mars. Dr. Grandin became a prominent author and speaker on both autism and animal behavior. Today she is a professor of Animal Science at Colorado State University. She also has a successful career consulting on both livestock handling equipment design and animal welfare. She has been featured on NPR (National Public Radio) and a BBC Special – "The Woman Who Thinks Like a Cow". She has also appeared on National TV shows such as Larry King Live, 20/20, Sixty Minutes, Fox and Friends, and she has a 2010 TED talk. Articles about Dr. Grandin have appeared in Time Magazine, New York Times, Discover Magazine, Forbes and USA Today. HBO made an Emmy Award winning movie about her life and she was inducted into the American Academy of Arts and Sciences in 2016. https://templegrandin.com/templehome.html https://www.templegrandindocumentary.com/ https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1278469/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-YMTV3fVHkg Cover art by Charlotte Feldman Please note that while I am a pediatrician, I am not your child's pediatrician. This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. For any medical concerns or decisions, please reach out to your child’s health care professional.

Summary: In this episode of Amplifying Autism , Wendy speaks with Dr. Temple Grandin about autism and employment, from early job skills to navigating workplace challenges as a late-diagnosed autistic adult. Temple emphasizes the importance of structured work experience for autistic youth and encourages autistic adults who struggle with employment to look at why a job was lost to find practical solutions. Temple shares advice to help autistic individuals build sustainable careers. She also discusses the impact of AI on the job market and highlights career paths where autistic strengths are highly valued. Takeaways: Autistic children benefit from real structured work experience outside of the family, such as walking a neighbor’s dog or volunteering in the community If you struggle with employment. Temple says to look at why you lost the job If you are consistently late for work because of time blindness, switch from a digital to an analog clock to track time visually If you are accused of rudeness, ask for specific feedback and consider working with a communication coach If you have poor hygiene, it’s unlikely that anyone at work will come right out and tell you. You’ll need to take care of personal hygiene yourself. Having a new boss is difficult. Temple advises that you keep copies of evaluations and documented accomplishments While some entry-level programming jobs are being replaced by AI, nursing, teaching, and cybersecurity remain strong fields About Dr. Grandin: Dr. Temple Grandin is a Distinguished Professor of Animal Science at Colorado State University. Facilities she designed for livestock handling are used worldwide, and she helped implement animal welfare auditing programs for companies including McDonald’s, Wendy’s, and Whole Foods. A bestselling author and autism advocate, her books include Thinking in Pictures , The Autistic Brain , Animals in Translation , and Visual Thinking . She has appeared on programs such as 20/20 and Prime Time and has been inducted into the National Women’s Hall of Fame, the Colorado Authors’ Hall of Fame, and the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery. Website & Autism Books: templegrandin.com Livestock Website & Books: grandin.com About Your Host: Wendela Whitcomb Marsh, MA, RSD, is an award-winning author, TEDx speaker, and host of Amplifying Autism . Though not autistic herself, Wendy has dedicated her career to supporting and advocating for the neurodivergent community. She is the founder of Adulting While Autistic and helps late-diagnosed autistic adults find clarity, self-understanding, and community. Website: wendelawhitcombmarsh.com Books Available on Amazon Instagram: @wendela.w.marsh Newsletter : https://forms.aweber.com/form/49/591191449.htm Thank You for Listening: If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it. Your support helps us reach more late-diagnosed autistic adults. YouTube: @AmplifyingAutism

In Part 4 of this six-part conversation , Temple Grandin tackles the biggest questions—meaning, belief, morality—and one of the most controversial issues in autism today: facilitated communication and RPM. Temple shares her views on God, values, and what it means to live a good life, before turning to the ethics of assisted communication, independent typing, and authorship in non-speaking autistic individuals. This episode sits where evidence, lived experience, hope, and caution collide—without tidy answers or slogans. Thoughtful, nuanced, and practical, this conversation is essential listening for parents, carers, educators, clinicians, and autistic adults navigating communication, autonomy, and ethical support. 🎧 In this episode: – Temple Grandin on God and the meaning of life – Autism, purpose, and values – Facilitated Communication vs RPM – Independent typing, competence, and ethics Part 4 of a 6-part interview series with Temple Grandin. About the podcast Change of Mind is a long-form podcast and video channel exploring neuroscience, parenting, neurodiversity, and how humans actually change — in real life, not theory. Hosted by Johanna Kate, a registered nurse with experience across healthcare, neuroscience, leadership, and motherhood. Expect thoughtful conversations, evidence-informed insights, and the kind of nuance the internet usually skips. Disclaimer This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical, nursing, or mental health advice and is not a substitute for professional care. Always consult your healthcare provider for guidance tailored to your individual needs. While I’m a registered nurse with experience in operating theatres, mental health, neuroscience, and motherhood, the content shared here reflects general information and personal insights — not clinical recommendations. Listen to other episodes Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6YuybHkjX6CsPX8RqNsYAJ Follow & connect Instagram Profile: https://www.instagram.com/thisisjohannakate/ Instagram Show: https://www.instagram.com/changeofmindpodcast/ #changeofmind #neuroscience #neurodiversity #softrewiring #specialneeds #disabilityparenting #templegrandin #autismawareness #autismacceptance #autismparenting Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Part 2 of my interview with Dr. Temple Grandin. Based initially on a discussion of her recent book Autism and Adolescence, in this second half of our conversation, we discuss issues that branch across many of her works, including Visual Thinking, The Loving Push, and The Unwritten Rules of Social Relationships. Along the way we explore questions such as overcoming barriers to communication and cognitive tasks for non verbal autistics, the balance of medication, meditation and other options for coexisting conditions with autism, and the early pathways to employment, as well as the important role autistic individuals have in the workplace. Come along for a n informative, wide-ranging, and insightful look at autistic topics the way Dr. Grandin sees them. Books and Articles Cited: Environmental Enrichment as an Effective Treatment for Autism. Cynthia Woo and Michael Leon. Behavioral Neuroscience © 2013 American Psychological Association2013, Vol. 127, No. 4, 487– 497 Grandin, Temple. Autism and Adolescence: The Way I See It. What Teens and Adults need to Know. Future Horizons, 2024. Grandin, Temple, and Debra Moore. The Loving Push: How Parents and Professionals Can Help Spectrum Kids Become Successful Adults. Future Horizons, 2015. Grandin, Temple. Visual Thinking: The Hidden Gifts of People who Think in Pictures, Patterns and Abstractions. New York: Riverhead Books, 2022. Grandin, Temple, and Sean Barron.The Unwritten Rules of Social Relationships. Future Horizons, 2005.

This week we are playing one of our favorite episodes, our interview with Dr. Temple Grandin. We discussed sensory input, the frustration around communication, giving limited choices, transitions to adulthood, and how when you are looking for nothing, you might see everything. Dr. Temple Grandin is a Professor of Animal Science at Colorado State University. Facilities she has designed for handling livestock are used by many companies around the world. She has also been instrumental in implementing animal welfare auditing programs used by Mcdonalds', Wendy’s, Whole Foods, and other corporations. Temple has appeared on numerous TV shows, such as 20/20 and Prime Time. Her books include Thinking in Pictures, Livestock Handling and Transport, and The Autistic Brain. Her books Animals in Translation and Visual Thinking have been on the New York Times Bestseller List. Temple was inducted into the National Women’s Hall of Fame in September 2017 and, in 2022, was named a Colorado State University Distinguished Professor. "Single most important picture that the Hubble took, and I learned about the story behind, and I wrote about the story behind that and wrote about it in my Visual Thinking Book. The scientist who did that wanted to take 10 days of precious observing time and point the Hubble at nothing, at nothing, and reviewers went you can't waste time doing that. When he pointed it nothing, he saw everything." Temple Grandin Her most recent book discussed in the episode: ⁠Visual Thinking: 9781846046872: Amazon.com: Books⁠ Other books: ⁠Amazon.com: The Autistic Brain: Thinking Across the Spectrum eBook : Grandin, Temple, Panek, Richard: Kindle Store⁠ ⁠Amazon.com: Thinking in Pictures, Expanded Edition: My Life with Autism eBook : Grandin, Temple, Oliver Sacks: Kindle Store⁠ ⁠Animals Make Us Human: Creating the Best Life for Animals First, Grandin, Temple, Johnson, Catherine - Amazon.com⁠ ⁠Animals in Translation: Using the Mysteries of Autism to Decode Animal Behavior (Scribner Classics): Grandin Ph.D., Temple, Johnson Ph.D., Catherine: 9781439187104: Amazon.com: Books⁠ ⁠The Outdoor Scientist: The Wonder of Observing the Natural World: Grandin PhD, Temple: 9780593115565: Amazon.com: Books⁠ Find Temple Grandin on Facebook: ⁠(2) Dr. Temple Grandin | Facebook⁠ and her website ⁠Welcome to Temple Grandin's Official Autism Website To support us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Become a subscriber here.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out our merch!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ We would love to hear your feedback on the po

Dr. Temple Grandin is an acclaimed animal behaviorist and animal science professor at Colorado State University. She is the subject of the 2010 film, Temple Grandin, which focuses on her start in animal agriculture. Dr. Grandin has become a prominent author and speaker both on autism and animal behavior. Diagnosed with autism as a child, Dr. Grandin credits her mother and mentors for helping her overcome her difficulties and pursue her interests. Today we discuss the importance of early intervention, developing independence and social skills, teachable moments, self-regulation techniques, inclusive learning environments and more! Support our mission and Become A Member today: patreon.com/AutismWish You can find Temple at www.templegrandin.com

Prepare to be inspired as the remarkable Dr. Temple Grandin takes us on a journey into the heart of neurodiversity and its potential to transform early education. Through her exceptional lens, we uncover the history of autism diagnosis and the correlation between celebrated geniuses and today's autistic individuals. Dr. Grandin passionately advocates for structured social interaction and early intervention, walking us through the nuances of nurturing without forcing conformity. Her insights remind us that the social skills honed in the simplicity of past generations — think family dinners and outdoor play — are invaluable for children across the spectrum. Dr. Temple Grandin doesn't just shine a light on the rich tapestry of the neurodiverse mind; she reveals how to kindle the sparks of potential into flames of achievement. The conversation shifts to the celebration of hands-on learning and the critical role it plays in developing a child's innate abilities. Dr. Grandin illustrates the power of visual thinking and its profound impact on industries, urging a revival of vocational education to harness the specialized skills of those on the autism spectrum. She shares real-world examples, including her trailblazing work, to showcase how diverse thinking leads to unparalleled innovation and problem-solving. Contact Temple Grandin: Website: templegrandin.com Contact Heather S Lockett: Email: podcasts@lastingconversations.com Phone: (561) 831-8356 Website: http://www.lastingconversations.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lastingconversations Instagram: @LastingConversations LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lasting-conversations/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LastingConversations We want to hear from You! Be a part of the Conversation! Reach out with comments, questions, or as a show sponsor, via email at podcasts@lastingconversations.com Lasting Conversations "We get to the HEART of everything! Support the show

In this insightful episode of Sowing Prosperity, Logan Duvall is joined by Dr. Temple Grandin, a renowned professor of animal science, to discuss innovative approaches in the agricultural industry. Dr. Grandin explores the concept of modular slaughterhouses, their benefits for small processors, and the pressing need for skilled labor in this field. She emphasizes hands-on learning, particularly for individuals with autism, and shares resources from her books. The conversation also covers the advantages of regenerative grazing, the impact of artificial light on mental health, and strategies to improve classroom environments. Dr. Grandin concludes with thoughts on bullying, the importance of checklists, and practical solutions for building resilient communities through regenerative agriculture. Dr. Temple Grandin Books Visual Thinking: The Hidden Gifts of People Who Think in Pictures, Patterns, and Abstractions https://amzn.to/3TO9cKf Guide to Working with Farm Animals: Safe, Humane Livestock Handling Practices for the Small Farm https://amzn.to/3TMw7FS Key Takeaways: Modular slaughterhouses are a cost-effective and efficient solution for small-scale processing needs in the agricultural industry. Encouraging young people to pursue skilled trades is essential for the sustainability and advancement of the industry. Hands-on learning and experiments are particularly beneficial for individuals with autism, aiding in skill development and learning. Regenerative grazing practices offer substantial environmental benefits and are crucial for sustainable agriculture. Addressing issues like classroom environment and bullying is key to fostering positive educational experiences. Implementing checklists can significantly improve efficiency and accuracy in various professional fields. Episode Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction: Dr. Temple Grandin's Background and Achievements 02:35 - The Advantages of Modular Slaughterhouses in Agriculture 05:02 - The Importance of Skilled Trades and Encouraging Young People 08:27 - Hands-On Learning for Individuals with Autism 11:30 - The Benefits of Regenerative Grazing and Sustainable Practices 14:45 - Impact of Artificial Light on Mental Health and Classroom Improvements 17:50 - Addressing Bullying in Educational Settings 19:30 - The Value of Using Checklists in Various Fields 22:00 - Practical Solutions for Regenerative Agriculture and Community Building 24:35 - Writing and Sharing Knowledge for Effective Policy Implementation 27:10 - Simplifying Solutions and Using Critical Control Points 30:15 - Coexistence and Local Markets as a Model for Smaller Processors 33:00 - Exploring Mobile Processing Facilities and Container Repurposing 35:30 - Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this episode, AHDB's Phil Maiden talks to Dr Temple Grandin, a world-renowned animal behaviourist and autism advocate. Temple is known for her work on designing humane livestock handling facilities, and she has also written several books on animal welfare. We discuss the importance of understanding livestock behaviour to handle them in a humane and stress-free way. We also talk about Temple's unique way of thinking, which is based on visual images. Her ability to think visually has helped her develop innovative designs for livestock handling facilities and has given her a deep understanding of animal behaviour. During a webinar organized by AHDB, Dr Temple Grandin discussed the behavioural principles of cattle handling and shared insights on stress-free stockmanship. Useful links Stress-free stockmanship with Temple Grandin | AHDB Improving cattle handling for Better Returns | AHDB The importance of observation in cattle handling | AHDB Feedback We'd love to know what you think of our podcasts. If you’d like to give your feedback, please complete our short questionnaire , which will help us to improve the podcast on an ongoing basis, or email us with your thoughts, comments and suggestions: foodandfarming@ahdb.org.uk This episode was produced and edited by Phil Maiden

This episode originally aired June 6, 2022. Not all great minds think alike. The path to understanding how to best nurture an autistic individual often begins with understanding their way of thinking. Dr. Temple Grandin poses that a great disservice is done to both society and the individual when we fail to focus on the strengths of those with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) , limiting their lifestyle based on perceived weaknesses instead. Join this episode of Mind Dive podcast alongside hosts Dr. Kerry Horrell and Dr. Bob Boland as they discuss with Dr. Grandin the ways clinicians, parents and other role models can better advocate for their autistic children and nurture growth for a productive and fulfilling future. Also explored are the notable differences between object visualization and pattern visualization and how this relates to the understanding of neurodivergent thinking. “The first step is realizing the thinking is different, and then figuring out how you have complimentary skills,” said Dr. Grandin, using her own experiences on a food processing plant as an example, “You need to have these different kinds of minds to succeed in a large-scale operation.” Dr. Grandin is a world-renowned author, inventor, Doctor of Animal Science and expert of both animal behavior and autism. Diagnosed with autism herself, she is one of the first individuals to write of her personal experiences and is a leading advocate for autism rights and the neurodiversity movement. Dr. Temple Grandin’s books mentioned in this episode: Visual Thinking: The Hidden Gifts of People Who Think in Pictures, Patterns and Abstractions and The Outdoor Scientist: The Wonder of Observing the Natural World . Follow The Menninger Clinic on Twitter , Facebook , Instagram and LinkedIn to never miss an episode. Visit www.menningerclinic.org to learn more about The Menninger Clinic’s research and leadership roles in mental health. Follow The Menninger Clinic on Facebook , Instagram and LinkedIn to stay up to date on new Mind Dive episodes. To submit a topic for discussion, email podcast@menninger.edu . If you are a new or regular listener, please leave us a review on your favorite listening platform! Visit The Menninger Clinic website to learn more about The Menninger Clinic’s research and leadership role in mental health.

Episode 22 - "We're Different, Not Less" - Guest Temple Grandin: Careers, Education, & Visual Thinkers Ph.D., Professor, Author, and Activist Temple Grandin joins us to discuss careers and education. How do we create a society where autistic and neurodivergent people can thrive? Temple covers ways to help ND youth and young adults, late diagnosed, and ways to navigate the NT workplace. Plus, we asked Temple some of your questions submitted to us via Facebook, Tiktok, and more. Temple Grandin Temple's Books: Visual Thinking Navigating Autism Different, Not Less ⁠⁠⁠ Support this podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Listen to the On the Spectrum Podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Merch Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Comedy Page⁠⁠⁠ #autism #adhd #tourettesyndrome #templegrandin #autismawareness #careers #education #neurodiversity #visualthinkers

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"We need the skills of people on the spectrum." - Dr. Temple Grandin We are bringing you a very special episode this week as it marks the end of our series on Autism Acceptance Month. In today's show, Dr. Michelle Robin welcomes Dr. Temple Grandin to share the significant impact that early intervention had on her future and how it elevated the quality of life that she lives today. She tells her remarkable journey on the spectrum – everything from not speaking until she was four years old to becoming one of the most recognized autistic advocates, professor, best-selling author, and the person who changed the cattle industry forever going forward with her visual thinking designs. Dr. Temple tells how her mother and a science teacher, Dr. Carlock, were highly influential in helping her reach her potential. She also explains why she's an advocate today in bringing back those hands-on classes to encourage those inventor and curious mindsets – especially for kids on the spectrum. She tells a humbling story about how her journey to the Hollywood screen started out doing very small things in the autistic community, and how she met people along the way who continued to propel her teachings and bring visual thinking more forward into our world and help it gain acceptance. About Today's Guest and Co-Host: Dr. Temple Grandin was one of the first autistic people to document the insights she gained from her personal experience of autism. She is one of the world's most respected experts in the fields of autism and animal behavior and livestock handling. As a toddler, she had speech delays as well as other signs of severe autism. Many hours of speech therapy and intensive training ultimately enabled Dr. Grandin to speak. Mentoring by a high school science teacher and exposure to her aunt's ranch in Arizona motivated her to pursue a career as a scientist and livestock equipment designer. She is a prolific speaker, internationally best-selling author, and Professor of Animal Science at Colorado State University. In 2020, she was honored as a Top Ten College Professor in America. In 2010, Times 100, an annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world, named her in the "Heroes" category. She was also the subject of the Emmy- and Golden Globe-winning semi-biographical film called Temple Grandin. Desiree Cole is the Content Director and Brand Manager at Small Changes Big Shifts. She creates, writes, and manages the voice and content for the brand. She has loved all things wellness since she was introduced to the lifestyle in college, where she learned to cook more plant-based food and care for the whole body in holistic ways. She began her journalism career in Chicago and New York City, where she worked in Manhattan as an editor for news agencies, magazines, and book publishing. She's part of the Small Changes Big Shifts team because she believes words are powerful messengers to the spirit, heart, and mind. Desiree was born and raised in Kansas City and believes there's no place like it. Her husband (Zach), son (Ollie), and two golden retrievers (Linus and Lucy) live in a loud and happy house with its eight paws and a very joyful little boy who loves them. Mentioned in the Episode: Temple Grandin movie with Claire Danes Visual Thinking book by Dr. Temple Grandin Different Not Less book by Dr. Temple Grandin <li class="pa

In this episode of Autistic Culture, hosts Dr. Angela Lauria and Matt Lowry, LPP, explore the life and legacy of Temple Grandin—the first widely recognized autistic celebrity. While Grandin indelibly changed how America thinks about autism, her prominence also raises deep and complex issues within Autistic culture. 🎧 What You’ll Learn: Temple’s childhood diagnosis of “brain damage” in the 1950s and how her privileged upbringing gave her unique opportunities to succeed. Her rise to prominence as an animal science PhD, prolific author, and sought-after speaker at autism conferences—making her the most famously Autistic person alive. The double-edged impact of her messaging: advocating for masking to fit in, promoting “high functioning vs. low functioning” distinctions, and aligning with capitalist and ableist values. Why many in the Autistic community see her views as harmful, particularly her support for ABA and eugenics-based ideas. The positive contributions she made, such as raising awareness of sensory differences and influencing deinstitutionalization. The larger conversation of privilege, representation, and how colonialist narratives shape cultural icons. Resources: The Oliver Sacks Piece Temple Grandin’s books Temple Grandin Ted talk Temple Grandin BioPic More on Types of Thinking Evolution of the DSM perspective on Autism Related episodes: Bad Autism Diagnosis Sesame Street is Autistic 🌟 Connect With Us 📱 Follow us on Instagram 🎧 Find us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify 🛍️Our Autism-affirming merch shop 🌐 Learn more at www.autisticculturepodcast.com 🎙️ Executive Producers: Amy Burns, Anamaria B Call, Andrew Banner, Anna Goodson, Ashley Apelzin, Audrea Volker, Ben Coulson, Brian Churcek, Cappy Hamper, Carley Biblin, Charlene Deva, Chloe Cross, Clay Duhigg, Clayton Oliver, Danny Dunn, Daria Brown, David Garrido, Emily Burgess, Eric Crane, Erik Stenerud, Fiona Baker, Grace Norman, Helen Shaddock, Jaimie Collins, Jason Killian, J

In this episode of Autistic Advocacy, hosts Dr. Angela Kingdon and Matt Lowry, LPP, explore the life and legacy of Temple Grandin—the first widely recognized autistic celebrity. While Grandin indelibly changed how America thinks about autism, her prominence also raises deep and complex issues within Autistic culture. 🎧 What You’ll Learn: Temple’s childhood diagnosis of “brain damage” in the 1950s and how her privileged upbringing gave her unique opportunities to succeed. Her rise to prominence as an animal science PhD, prolific author, and sought-after speaker at autism conferences—making her the most famously Autistic person alive. The double-edged impact of her messaging: advocating for masking to fit in, promoting “high functioning vs. low functioning” distinctions, and aligning with capitalist and ableist values. Why many in the Autistic community see her views as harmful, particularly her support for ABA and eugenics-based ideas. The positive contributions she made, such as raising awareness of sensory differences and influencing deinstitutionalization. The larger conversation of privilege, representation, and how colonialist narratives shape cultural icons. Resources: The Oliver Sacks Piece Temple Grandin’s books Temple Grandin Ted talk Temple Grandin BioPic More on Types of Thinking Evolution of the DSM perspective on Autism Related episodes: Bad Autism Diagnosis Sesame Street is Autistic 🌟 Connect With Us 📱 Follow us on Instagram 🎧 Find us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify 🛍️Our Autism-affirming merch shop 🌐 Learn more at www.autisticculturepodcast.com 🎙️ Executive Producers: Amy Burns, Anamaria B Call, Andrew Banner, Anna Goodson, Ashley Apelzin, Audrea Volker, Ben Coulson, Brian Churcek, Cappy Hamper, Carley Biblin, Charlene Deva, Chloe Cross, Clay Duhigg, Clayton Oliver, Danny Dunn, Daria Brown, David Garrido, Emily Burgess, Eric Crane, Erik Stenerud, Fiona Baker, Grace Norman, Helen Shaddock, Jaimie Collins, Jason Killian, Jen Unruh, Jennifer Carpenter, Ju

We had the fantastic opportunity to speak with Dr. Temple Grandin. We are in awe of her wisdom and learned so much not only about her path in this world but the path our children take. A life-changing experience for the five of us at the Table. We discussed sensory input, the frustration around communication, giving limited choices, transitions to adulthood, and how when you are looking for nothing, you might see everything. Dr. Temple Grandin is a Professor of Animal Science at Colorado State University. Facilities she has designed for handling livestock are used by many companies around the world. She has also been instrumental in implementing animal welfare auditing programs used by Mcdonalds', Wendy’s, Whole Foods, and other corporations. Temple has appeared on numerous TV shows, such as 20/20 and Prime Time. Her books include Thinking in Pictures, Livestock Handling and Transport, and The Autistic Brain. Her books Animals in Translation and Visual Thinking have been on the New York Times Bestseller List. Temple was inducted into the National Women’s Hall of Fame in September 2017 and, in 2022, was named a Colorado State University Distinguished Professor. "Single most important picture that the Hubble took, and I learned about the story behind, and I wrote about the story behind that and wrote about it in my Visual Thinking Book. The scientist who did that wanted to take 10 days of precious observing time and point the Hubble at nothing, at nothing, and reviewers went you can't waste time doing that. When he pointed it nothing, he saw everything." Temple Grandin Her most recent book discussed in the episode: Visual Thinking: 9781846046872: Amazon.com: Books Other books: Amazon.com: The Autistic Brain: Thinking Across the Spectrum eBook : Grandin, Temple, Panek, Richard: Kindle Store Amazon.com: Thinking in Pictures, Expanded Edition: My Life with Autism eBook : Grandin, Temple, Oliver Sacks: Kindle Store Animals Make Us Human: Creating the Best Life for Animals First, Grandin, Temple, Johnson, Catherine - Amazon.com Animals in Translation: Using the Mysteries of Autism to Decode Animal Behavior (Scribner Classics): Grandin Ph.D., Temple, Johnson Ph.D., Catherine: 9781439187104: Amazon.com: Books The Outdoor Scientist: The Wonder of Observing the Natural World: Grandin PhD, Temple: 9780593115565: Amazon.com: Books Find Temple Grandin on Facebook: (2) Dr. Temple Grandin | Facebook and her website Welcome to Temple Grandin's Official Autism Website

Out special guest this week is Dr. Temple Grandin of Ft. Collins, CO, a national speaker, a best-selling author, a professor of animal science at Colorado State University, and outspoken advocate for the neurodivergent and those on the Autism Spectrum. Temple was an Ashoka Fellow. She was also named in the Time 100 List as one of the 100 most influential people in the world in the ‘Heroes’ category. She also has a number of honorary degrees form universities around the world, including; McGill University in Canada, the Swedish University of Agricultural Science, Carnegie Mellon University and Emory University. Temple is the author of numerous books including: - Emergence: Labeled Autistic - Developed Talents - Thinking In Pictures - The Autistic Brain: Thinking Across The Spectrum - Different Not Less Temple’s TED Talk entitled: “The World Needs All Kinds Of Minds” has been viewed more than 6M times. The movie Temple Grandin, produced in 2010, received numerous awards including seven Emmy Awards. We are very grateful to Temple for her outspoken advocacy and for sharing her views with fathers raising children with special needs. That's all on this SFN Dad To Dad Podcast. Show Links: Website - https://www.templegrandin.com Email – Cheryl.Miller@ColoState.EDU Phone - (970) 443-1510 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/temple-grandin-9a087165/ Website - https://www.templegrandin.com/ Website - https://www.grandin.com/ Books - Thinking In Pictures - tinyurl.com/2dp589z5 TED Talk - https://www.ted.com/talks/temple_grandin_the_world_needs_all_kinds_of_minds Special Fathers Network - SFN is a dad to dad mentoring program for fathers raising children with special needs. Many of the 500+ SFN Mentor Fathers, who are raising kids with special needs, have said: "I wish there was something like this when we first received our child's diagnosis. I felt so isolated. There was no one within my family, at work, at church or within my friend group who understood or could relate to what I was going through." SFN Mentor Fathers share their experiences with younger dads closer to the beginning of their journey raising a child with the same or similar special needs. The SFN Mentor Fathers do NOT offer legal or medical advice, that is what lawyers and doctors do. They simply share their experiences and how they have made the most of challenging situations. Special Fathers Network: https://21stcenturydads.org/ab... Check out the 21CD YouTube Channel with dozens of videos on topics relevant to dads raising children with special needs - https://www.youtube.com/channe... Please support the SFN. Click here to donate: https://21stcenturydads.org/do...

Join us in this exciting episode as we meet with Temple Grandin to discuss her new book, “Visual Thinking”. If you are a fan of Temple Grandin, a visual thinker yourself, or have listened to our previous episode with her on it, this episode will be one to catch! Thank you, Temple Grandin, for being a great guest and providing insight into the world of visual thinkers. Check Out Our Guest: Visual Thinking: https://a.co/d/g7alekX Temple Grandin: https://www.templegrandin.com/ Contact Us: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/talkagtome Email: TalkAgToMe@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkAgToMe35 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkagtome/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TalkAg_ToMe Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXDTj5smg45bzFkaRDoAQ7A Anchor: https://anchor.fm/talk-ag-to-me --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/talk-ag-to-me/support

In today's episode, we talk with Dr. Temple Grandin and hear about her passion for hands-on learning and preparing students to enter the workforce with the practical skills that are essential for the sustainability of our world. Dave and Dr. Grandin discuss the need to add "shop" and other skills-based classes back into public schools. Dr. Grandin shares personal anecdotes about her colleagues whose career aspirations began in hands-on, practical classrooms like shop classes. Dr. Grandin believes that early exposure is vital. She was exposed to the cattle industry at an early age and attributes that exposure to her long career and the success she found designing facilities for half of the cattle industry in the United States. Dr. Grandin also gives us insight into the way she and many other individuals think and learn. She believes that understanding how others think is vital to society and shares insights from her latest book, Visual Thinking . Find Dr. Grandin's books here: https://www.templegrandin.com/templegrandinbooks.html ABOUT DR. Grandin Temple Grandin is a Professor of Animal Science at Colorado State University. Facilities she has designed for handling livestock are used by many companies around the world. She has also been instrumental in implementing animal welfare auditing programs that are used by McDonalds, Wendy's, Whole Foods, and other corporations. She has been featured on NPR (National Public Radio) and a BBC Special – "The Woman Who Thinks Like a Cow" . She has also appeared on National TV shows such as Larry King Live, 20/20, 60 Minutes, Fox and Friends, and she has a 2010 TED talk. Articles about Dr. Grandin have appeared in Time Magazine, New York Times, Discover Magazine, Forbes and USA Today. HBO made an Emmy Award-winning movie about her life and she was inducted into the American Academy of Arts and Sciences in 2016. Connect with Dr. Grandin at https://www.templegrandin.com/

Join us On The Job for our next Bridge Town Hall featuring Professor Temple Grandin, one of the first people to document her experiences living with autism, making her a pioneer in autism research. Her unique perspective of the world also made her one of the greatest animal behaviorists; she credits her brain thinking in pictures rather than words, just as animals do. Temple currently serves as a professor of animal science at Colorado State University and recently authored the book “Visual Thinking: The Hidden Gifts of People Who Think in Pictures, Patterns, and Abstractions.” This week on the Special Chronicles Podcast we rebroadcast the audio from Professor Temple Grandin’s engaging presentation on visual thinking she presented to over 500 United Airlines employees who watched coast-to-coast from airport Hubs across the nation! Bridge Live Event Starts at 3:30 Professor Temple Grandin Visual Thinking Presentation Starts at 8:50 Listen, Subscribe, and Find the ShowNotes & Links to this week's podcast episode at: https://specialchronicles.com/Podcast495 ….. Stay up to date and join the community by subscribing! Follow us on social media @specialchronicles New episodes drop every Monday so be sure to subscribe so you never miss one! Check out our podcasts on https://SpecialChronicles.com or search for @SpecialChronicles wherever you get your podcasts! Become a supporter of our work and Support This Podcast: https://SpecialChronicles.com/give ….. The post On The Job with Professor Temple Grandin | Unified at Work Series S3: Bonus (Ep.495) first appeared on Special Chronicles .

We are off this week, so please enjoy this episode from the archives! In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts celebrate 100 episodes of Spectrumly Speaking by welcoming Dr. Temple Grandin! Dr. Grandin of course is a world renowned autism self-advocate, author, and speaker. She is also a prominent proponent for the humane treatment of livestock for slaughter and author of more than 60 scientific papers on animal behavior. For more information about Dr. Grandin, visit: http://www.templegrandin.com/ For more information about her non-autism work, visit: https://www.grandin.com/ For the transcription of this episode, visit: https://www.differentbrains.org/a-chat-with-dr-temple-grandin-spectrumly-speaking-ep-100/ ----------------- Spectrumly Speaking is the podcast dedicated to women on the autism spectrum, produced by Different Brains®. Every other week, join our hosts Haley Moss (an autism self-advocate, attorney, artist, and author) and Dr. Lori Butts (a licensed clinical and forensic psychologist, and licensed attorney) as they discuss topics and news stories, share personal stories, and interview some of the most fascinating voices from the autism community. Follow Different Brains on social media: https://twitter.com/diffbrains https://www.facebook.com/different.brains/ http://differentbrains.org/category/spectrumlyspeaking/

🎥 Unlock Exclusive Grazing Education – Anytime, Anywhere! Get instant access to 100+ hours of expert-led grazing courses with SGF TV —all for our lowest monthly price ever! New titles added, price stays the same, cancel anytime. 📲 Tap the link to start streaming now! www.stockmangrassfarmer.digital/sgfv-podcast >>> 🎙️ Episode Title : Joel Salatin Interviews Temple Grandin (Part 2 of 2) 📝 Featured Speaker : Temple Grandin In the second part of this insightful interview, Joel Salatin continues his conversation with Temple Grandin, diving deeper into her extensive knowledge of livestock management, animal behavior, and sustainable farming practices. The discussion extends to advanced handling techniques, the importance of sensory perception in animals, and the future of humane livestock farming. Grandin offers practical advice on building systems that work harmoniously with animal behavior, ensuring the well-being of livestock, and improving farm productivity. 🔑 Key Points Covered : Animal Sensory Perception : Grandin emphasizes the importance of understanding how animals perceive their environment. Cattle, pigs, and other livestock rely heavily on their senses, especially sight and sound, and farmers should consider these sensory inputs when designing handling systems. Designing Animal-Friendly Handling Systems : Grandin discusses how to create handling facilities that reduce fear and stress in animals. Curved chutes, proper lighting, and eliminating distractions help animals move calmly through the system, making the process smoother for both animals and farmers. Avoiding Sudden Changes and Surprises : Sudden changes in routine, loud noises, or unexpected movements can startle animals and increase stress levels. Grandin suggests maintaining consistency and avoiding sudden surprises, especially during transportation and handling. The Importance of Stockmanship : Good stockmanship, Grandin explains, is a key factor in animal welfare and farm profitability. Farmers must be attentive to the animals' needs and behaviors, practicing patience and respect when working with livestock. The Future of Humane Livestock Farming : The conversation turns to the future of farming, with Grandin expressing optimism about the growing movement towards humane, regenerative livestock systems. She stresses that consumers are increasingly interested in the ethical treatment of animals, and farmers who prioritize welfare will thrive in the evolving marketplace. 🌱 Actionable Insights : Consider animal sensory perception when designing your farm’s handling systems. Ensure the layout is calming, with minimal distractions or loud noises. Use curved chutes and proper lighting to guide livestock smoothly through handling facilities, reducing fear and stress. Maintain consistent routines for your animals to prevent anxiety caused by sudden changes or unfamiliar experiences. Practice good stockmanship by being patient and mindful of animal behavior, which improves welfare and enhances farm productivity. Embrace the future of humane farming , focusing on regenerative, welfare-oriented practices that align with consumer expectations for ethically raised livestock. For more insights, check out our monthly magazine, live events, and the latest spe

🎥 Unlock Exclusive Grazing Education – Anytime, Anywhere! Get instant access to 100+ hours of expert-led grazing courses with SGF TV —all for our lowest monthly price ever! New titles added, price stays the same, cancel anytime. 📲 Tap the link to start streaming now! www.stockmangrassfarmer.digital/sgfv-podcast >>> 🎙️ Episode Title : Joel Salatin Interviews Temple Grandin (Part 1 of 2) 📝 Featured Speaker : Temple Grandin In this special episode recorded at the Homestead Festival on Rory Feek's historic farm in Tennessee, Joel Salatin interviews the legendary animal scientist Temple Grandin. This insightful conversation covers topics ranging from livestock handling and meat quality to genetics and animal welfare. Grandin shares her decades of expertise in humane animal management, focusing on stress reduction and optimal animal performance in grass-based farming systems. 🔑 Key Points Covered : Low-Stress Handling Techniques : Grandin emphasizes the importance of low-stress livestock handling, explaining how stress can negatively impact meat quality. She advises farmers to prioritize gentle handling to keep animals calm throughout their lives. Impact of Stress on Meat Quality : Stress during handling, transportation, or slaughter can cause meat defects such as toughness and reduced shelf life. Grandin highlights the need for farmers to minimize stress, ensuring that livestock have positive, routine experiences. Acclimation and Routine for Livestock : Grandin suggests acclimating animals to human presence and handling early in their lives to prevent fear responses. Routine, predictable activities help animals feel secure and reduce the likelihood of stress-induced behavior. Optimal Livestock Genetics : The conversation explores the role of genetics in livestock performance. Grandin warns against selecting animals based solely on extreme traits and encourages breeding for moderate, well-adapted genetics suited to the specific environmental conditions of the farm. Humane Handling During Transportation and Slaughter : Grandin offers practical advice on handling livestock during transportation and slaughter. She shares strategies for creating a calm environment, avoiding sudden movements, and using proper equipment to ensure humane treatment and high-quality meat production. 🌱 Actionable Insights : Incorporate low-stress handling techniques into your farm practices to enhance animal welfare and improve meat quality. Acclimate animals to human interaction and routine activities from an early age to minimize stress-related issues. Pay attention to genetics , selecting breeds that are well-suited to your farm's environment and avoiding extremes that may reduce long-term productivity. Ensure humane treatment during transportation and slaughter by using appropriate equipment and handling methods that reduce fear and anxiety in livestock. Focus on creating positive first experiences for animals to build trust and prevent stress-induced behavior. Be sure to check out our monthly magazine, live events, and the latest specials here . If you don’t receive The Stockman Grass Farmer Magazine , visit stockmangrassfarmer.com or call 800-748-9808 to

Welcome to Episode 86 of the Think UDL podcast: Different Kinds of Intelligence with Temple Grandin. Temple Grandin is an author, Professor of Animal Science at Colorado State University, and a sought-after speaker on Autism and Neurodiversity all over the world. She has been named one of the top 10 college Professors in the country by CEO World Magazine, she is the subject of her own eponymous movie biopic in 2010, and a recognized thought leader on different kinds of intelligence. I was surprised and greatly honored when she accepted my invitation to speak with me on the Think UDL podcast. I have known of her, listened to her speak, and read so much about her over the last 20 years, that I was very excited during this interview! When I told my friend and colleague Jill Van Horne from our university’s counseling program that I was offered an interview with Temple Grandin in 4 hours time, Jill was equally excited and so I invited Jill to join me for today’s conversation. Jill leads our really fantastic equine therapy program at Appalachian State. I asked Jill to join me because she thinks differently than I do and especially because she knows a lot more about animals than I do, and even more especially because she is also a big fan of Temple Grandin. You’ll hear Jill pop in the conversation and ask her own questions in this episode as well. In this episode, Professor Temple Grandin talks about the different ways people think, how to teach a variety of learners, what advice she gives college professors, what advice she gives college students, and why she thinks we don’t need algebra (for some things at least) among other things! Thank you for listening and a special thank you to the folks at the UDLHE Network for their financial support of the Think UDL podcast! Dr. Grandin, it is a great honor to have you on the podcast and I will start us off with the question I ask all of my guests, and that is, “What makes you a different kind of learner?”

Not all great minds think alike. The path to understanding how to best nurture an autistic individual often begins with understanding their way of thinking. Dr. Temple Grandin poses that a great disservice is done to both society and the individual when we fail to focus on the strengths of those with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) , limiting their lifestyle based on perceived weaknesses instead. Join this episode of Mind Dive podcast alongside hosts Dr. Kerry Horrell and Dr. Bob Boland as they discuss with Dr. Grandin the ways clinicians, parents and other role models can better advocate for their autistic children and nurture growth for a productive and fulfilling future. Also explored are the notable differences between object visualization and pattern visualization and how this relates to the understanding of neurodivergent thinking. “The first step is realizing the thinking is different, and then figuring out how you have complimentary skills,” said Dr. Grandin, using her own experiences on a food processing plant as an example, “You need to have these different kinds of minds to succeed in a large-scale operation.” Dr. Grandin is a world-renowned author, inventor, Doctor of Animal Science and expert of both animal behavior and autism. Diagnosed with autism herself, she is one of the first individuals to write of her personal experiences and is a leading advocate for autism rights and the neurodiversity movement. Dr. Temple Grandin’s books mentioned in this episode: Visual Thinking: The Hidden Gifts of People Who Think in Pictures, Patterns and Abstractions and The Outdoor Scientist: The Wonder of Observing the Natural World . Follow The Menninger Clinic on Twitter , Facebook , Instagram and LinkedIn to never miss an episode. Visit www.menningerclinic.org to learn more about The Menninger Clinic’s research and leadership roles in mental health. Listen to Episode 7: Religion & Spirituality in Therapeutic Approaches with Dr. Jim Lomax Follow The Menninger Clinic on Facebook , Instagram and LinkedIn to stay up to date on new Mind Dive episodes. To submit a topic for discussion, email podcast@menninger.edu . If you are a new or regular listener, please leave us a review on your favorite listening platform! Visit The Menninger Clinic website to learn more about The Menninger Clinic’s research and leadership role in mental health.

*** Join my free online community to discuss this episode: click here *** Dr. Temple Grandin is here today to help parents prepare their autistic kids for the workforce. This is so important as our kids get older. Temple has a ton of very specific advice, insight, and experience that she will share over the next 30 minutes. We also talk about helping to manage our kid’s sensory needs. Temple is an amazing human being, and I was lucky enough to sit down with her at The National Converge Autism Summit by Springbrook Autism Behavioral Health in Greenville, South Carolina. It was such an honor to meet her, and I learned so much from our time together. You can find more information about Temple Grandin by clicking here As mentioned, you can find Kate Swenson’s book Forever Boy here . You can find me here . This episode is sponsored by: Mentioned in this episode: Learn More About Mightier Mightier is a clinically proven mobile gaming app that was developed at Boston Children’s Hospital. It’s already helped more than 100,000 kids, including my crew here at home. Kids play on a tablet or a phone while wearing a heart rate monitor. And Mightier incorporates breathing exercises and other calming techniques as part of the game. Kids get to see when it’s time to cool down and learn how to do it themselves. And parents get to track their progress. Visit mightier.com and use the promo code "theautismdad22" at checkout to save 10%. Visit Mightier Learn More About zPods zPods is the first U.S.-based company to provide kids with a customizable, sensory-friendly sleeping pod. These regenerative spaces come jam-packed with features such as intelligent lighting control, white noise generation, Bluetooth speakers, and more. With these tools, we believe that children can find better sleep, which means parents can sleep better as well. Visit https://zpods.tech fro more information. Visit zPods Learn More About Tracto Tracto is a free app that is all about empowering parents to better understand and meet the unique needs of their kids with autism, ADHD or anxiety. Tracto does this by easily allowing for the collaborative tracking of behaviors over time. Parents can invite teachers or anyone else they want to help document behavioral changes. Not everyone sees the same things because every environment is different. Being able to document behaviors in realtime, prevents having to pull from memory later on, making it more accurate, and reliable information. Tracking things like sleep patterns, medication-related behavioral changes, behaviors in the classroom, or anything else that parents of these amazing kiddos need to keep an eye on, can be challenging. Simply put, Tracto makes it easy. All tracking and collaboration functions to this app are completely free. They also offer affordable online courses, taught by leading experts if you’re interested in learning some new parenting skills yourself. They’re short videos that will teach you new parenting approaches and help you gain more insight into your child. You can get more information about Tracto at tracto.app. Or check out the Google Play or Apple app store. Use the code “theautismdad” at checkout and save 30% off your online course order. <a href="https://theautismda

Temple Grandin is an American scientist and industrial designer who was diagnosed with autism. However, instead of letting her condition define her, she reasoned that people with autism can relate to the intense fear animals experience in slaughterhouses. She used her experience with autism to create systems that can help with the anxiety of both people and animals. Temple’s condition allowed her to possess a high IQ and obtain a Master’s degree and a Doctorate in Animal Science from Arizona State University. She is also the author of Thinking in Pictures , where she talks about how being autistic made her brain process information as if she were looking at pictures. Temple joins me today to discuss how autism lets her develop efficient farm systems, especially those concerning animals about to be slaughtered. She explains why previously-believed abnormal animal behaviors are now seen as normal today. She explains why engineering systems will only solve half the problems slaughterhouses experience every day. She shares the benefits and drawbacks of lab-grown meat and vegan alternatives. Temple also discusses how her passion for writing allowed her to educate beyond those who take her classes. "A big centralized supply chain is very cheap and efficient, but when you break it, you have a ton of problems." - Temple Grandin This week on Ctrl-Alt-Meat: Who Temple is and how autism allowed her to think outside the box Temple's initial observations regarding cattle handling and slaughtering Why building good facilities will only fix half the problem The changes made in slaughterhouses as a result of Temple's work Temple's thoughts on the slaughterhouses in the US The biggest issues in slaughterhouses and how people are desensitized to them How COVID-19 disrupted the global supply chain The pros and cons of lab-grown meats and vegan alternatives regarding sustainability How the industry can better apply humane slaughterhouse practices Why many great thinkers were likely autistic What inspired Temple to write about autism and the cattle industry What young people will no longer consider abnormal in the future How writing helped Temple find growth and success in her career Her advice to those who want to help the world realize how we can do better Connect with Temple Grandin: Temple Grandin official website Book: Thinking in Pictures, Expanded Edition: My Life with Autism Book: Improving Animal Welfare: A Practical Approach Book: The Autistic Brain: Thinking Across the Spectrum Book: The Way I See It: 5th Edition: Revised & Expanded Book: Temple Grandin's Guide to Working with Farm Animals: Safe, Humane Livestock Handling Practices for the Small Farm Resetting the Food System for a Better Tomorrow Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Ctrl-Alt-Meat. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Apple Podcasts |

The autism and animal behaviour expert, Professor Temple Grandin, kindly agreed to an online video call interview with Athamanatha Kitsune. We cover several interesting aspects of her work and how they relate to genetics, animal behaviour, autistic traits and who has them, and coping with being different. The interview was heavily edited and sometimes goes blank while audio continues due to internet issues, but we preserved the order of the questions and answers, and did our best not to change the meaning. Interesting links (none of these is a paid promotion): https://www.amazon.com/Genetics-Behavior-Domestic-Animals-Grandin/dp/0123945860 - Genetics and the Behaviour of Domestic Animals, Second Edition https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Domesticated_silver_fox - The Fox Farm Experimenthttps://link.springer.com/content/pdf/10.1007%2Fs00439-017-1865-9.pdf DOI: 10.1007/s00439-017-1865-9 - Genomic trade‑offs: are autism and schizophrenia the steep price of the human brain? - J. M. Sikela and V. B. Searles~Quick https://www.amazon.com/Somebody-Somewhere-Breaking-World-Autism/dp/0812922875 - Somebody Somewhere by Donna Williams https://www.amazon.com/Autism-Inside-Out-Innovative-Mechanics-Developmental/dp/1853023876 - Autism: An Inside-Out Approach by Donna Williams https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Pictures-Expanded-Life-Autism/dp/0307275655 - Thinking in Pictures https://www.amazon.com/Autistic-Brain-Temple-Grandin/dp/054422773 - The Autistic Brain https://www.amazon.com/How-Build-Hug-Grandin-Amazing/dp/153441097X/ - How To Build A Hug https://www.amazon.com/Animals-Translation-Mysteries-Behavior-Harvest/dp/0156031442 - Animals In Translation https://www.amazon.com/Animals-Make-Human-Temple-Grandin/dp/0547248237/ - Animals Make Us Human https://www.amazon.com/Emergence-Labeled-Autistic-Temple-Grandin/dp/0446671827 - Emergence: Labeled Autistic http://www.therafin.com/ - Therafin Corp https://www.amazon.com/Elon-Musk-Ashlee-Vance-audiobook/dp/B00UVY52JO - Elon Musk by Ashlee Vance https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24188618/ DOI: 10.1037/a0034519- Solitary Mammals by Jared Edward Reser. Editorial is available on request but too long for Anchor's description box. Donations: https://www.patreon.com/freedomofform https://freedomofform.org/donate/ for all methods. Our website: https://www.freedomofform.org Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/freedomofform FFF Podcast logo by Zennith, Ephor and Cammy. Intro and outro music: Huma Huma - Eureka Numerous images sourced from internet searches are used here for humorous or informative fair-use references and are not intended to infringe upon copyright. Should you or your organisation or someone you represent object to their use, please contact the Freedom of Form Foundation first via our website so that we may come to a low cost, sensible resolution with you. Where we can, we use public domain and creative commons licensed images. Recorded 11th October 2021 Uploaded to Youtube 6th February 2022 Updated version to fix DaVinci Resolve errors uploaded to Youtube 7th February 2022 Uploaded for public enjoyment here and on Youtube 11th February 2022

Temple Grandin is an American scientist and industrial designer who was diagnosed with autism. However, instead of letting her condition define her, she reasoned that people with autism can relate to the intense fear animals experience in slaughterhouses. She used her experience with autism to create systems that can help with the anxiety of both people and animals. Temple’s condition allowed her to possess a high IQ and obtain a Master’s degree and a Doctorate in Animal Science from Arizona State University. She is also the author of Thinking in Pictures , where she talks about how being autistic made her brain process information as if she were looking at pictures. Temple joins me today to discuss how autism lets her develop efficient farm systems, especially those concerning animals about to be slaughtered. She explains why previously-believed abnormal animal behaviors are now seen as normal today. She explains why engineering systems will only solve half the problems slaughterhouses experience every day. She shares the benefits and drawbacks of lab-grown meat and vegan alternatives. Temple also discusses how her passion for writing allowed her to educate beyond those who take her classes. "A big centralized supply chain is very cheap and efficient, but when you break it, you have a ton of problems." - Temple Grandin This week on Ctrl-Alt-Meat: Who Temple is and how autism allowed her to think outside the box Temple's initial observations regarding cattle handling and slaughtering Why building good facilities will only fix half the problem The changes made in slaughterhouses as a result of Temple's work Temple's thoughts on the slaughterhouses in the US The biggest issues in slaughterhouses and how people are desensitized to them How COVID-19 disrupted the global supply chain The pros and cons of lab-grown meats and vegan alternatives regarding sustainability How the industry can better apply humane slaughterhouse practices Why many great thinkers were likely autistic What inspired Temple to write about autism and the cattle industry What young people will no longer consider abnormal in the future How writing helped Temple find growth and success in her career Her advice to those who want to help the world realize how we can do better Connect with Temple Grandin: Temple Grandin official website Book: Thinking in Pictures, Expanded Edition: My Life with Autism Book: Improving Animal Welfare: A Practical Approach Book: The Autistic Brain: Thinking Across the Spectrum Book: The Way I See It: 5th Edition: Revised & Expanded Book: Temple Grandin's Guide to Working with Farm Animals: Safe, Humane Livestock Handling Practices for the Small Farm Resetting the Food System for a Better Tomorrow Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Ctrl-Alt-Meat. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Apple Podcasts | T

Temple and I have a very interesting conversation about the challenges of employment while being on the autism spectrum as well as some strategies we can all use to help. Dr. Temple Grandin is well known to many for her trailblazing work as a spokesperson for people with autism and her lifelong work with animal behavior. Dr. Grandin has been with Colorado State University (CSU) for over 25 years. Grandin has been referred to as the "most famous person working at CSU" by her peers. Her life’s work has been to understand her own autistic mind, and to share that knowledge with the world, aiding in the treatment of individuals with the condition. Her understanding of the human mind has aided her in her work with animal behavior, and she is one of the most respected experts in both autism and animal behavior in the world. Dr. Grandin is also a designer of livestock handling facilities and a Professor of Animal Science at Colorado State University. Facilities she has designed are located in the United States, Canada, Europe, Mexico, Australia, New Zealand, and other countries. You can learn more about Dr. Temple Grandin's work in autism at templegrandin.com and for her work in animal behavior you can go to grandin.com.