Épisodes

  • CATChat 27: Reflecting on the Conference
    Nov 19 2025

    In this episode, Krysia, Ian, and Amund reflect on the Autism and Theology Conference that took place at the begining of November.

    The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/273054cb/transcript.txt

    If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology.

    This podcast is brought to you by The University of Aberdeen's Centre for Autism and Theology.

    Website: http://www.abdn.ac.uk/sdhp/cat

    The artwork for this podcast uses the Centre for Autism and Theology Logo, created by Holly Russell.

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    21 min
  • Autistic Experiences of Christianity with Jon from 'Christianity on the Spectrum'
    Nov 5 2025

    In this episode, Ian talks with Jon Machnee from the Christianity on the Spectrum podcast about his insights into autistic experiences of Christianity from over 600 interviews and looking at thousands of social media posts from autistic people who are or were Christian or are Christian-curious.

    The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/aab2606b/transcript.txt

    Listen to Christianity on the Spectrum: https://www.youtube.com/@ChristianityOnTheSpectrum-k1y/videos


    If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology.

    This podcast is brought to you by The University of Aberdeen's Centre for Autism and Theology.

    Website: http://www.abdn.ac.uk/sdhp/cat

    The artwork for this podcast uses the Centre for Autism and Theology Logo, created by Holly Russell.

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    33 min
  • CATChat 26: Autism, Research, and Public Engagement
    Oct 15 2025

    In this CATChat episode, Ian and Krysia talk about autism, research, and public engagement. They discuss different ways that they share about their research publicly and in their communities.

    The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/7e8b9193/transcript.txt

    Article by Ian: https://sojo.net/articles/opinion/why-rfk-jr-doesnt-see-image-god-autistic-people


    Church for Everyone webinar: https://youtu.be/-X4487NfAzY?si=lupGrCnravdxSP6W


    Krysia's videos: https://neurodivergentbook2025.my.canva.site

    Register for the online conference: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=rRkrjJxf1EmQdz7Dz8UrPzNFa7ljapNItVtbi6_NWAZUNkw1Qko3OUVTRVZNOTJWVjlITDhSSFpCNy4u

    If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology.

    This podcast is brought to you by The University of Aberdeen's Centre for Autism and Theology.

    Website: http://www.abdn.ac.uk/sdhp/cat

    The artwork for this podcast uses the Centre for Autism and Theology Logo, created by Holly Russell.

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    26 min
  • Neurodiversity and Creative Practice with Rachel Terlop
    Oct 1 2025

    In this CATChat episode, Zoe speaks with Rachel Terlop about neurodiversity and creative practices.

    The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/cf7d6555/transcript.txt

    Rachel's website: www.mrsterlop.com
    Turlop Technique Examples:
    docs.google.com/presentation/d/1_oMBidE3IkmiTxdDWwj1J0FIDpdPQYCDokz0cis4OlI/edit?slide=id.g379e8b70ef5_0_11#slide=id.g379e8b70ef5_0_11
    www.tiktok.com/@terloptopia/video/7554811469347474719
    https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UZqCCfH-ezrXArC9CGryVCCFD7jX3_Bq/view

    The Artist's Way: https://www.waterstones.com/book/the-artists-way/julia-cameron/9781788164290

    Sensory Life on the Spectrum: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Sensory-Life-on-the-Spectrum/Bex-Ollerton/9781524874766

    Chapter in book edited by Krysia: www.igi-global.com/chapter/terlop-technique/386697#:~:text=The%20Terlop%20Technique%20is%20a%20multisensory%2C%20stimming,affirming%20painting%20process%20that%20incorporates:&text=Repetitive%20movement%20–%20Engaging%20in%20rhythmic,that%20mirror%20natural%20stimming%20behaviors.


    If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology.

    This podcast is brought to you by The University of Aberdeen's Centre for Autism and Theology.

    Website: http://www.abdn.ac.uk/sdhp/cat

    The artwork for this podcast uses the Centre for Autism and Theology Logo, created by Holly Russell.

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    46 min
  • CATChat 25: 2 years of the Autism and Theology Podcast!
    Sep 17 2025

    In this CATChat episode, Ian, Krysia and Zoe celebrate 2 years of the podcast, reflecting on the last year and looking ahead to what they have planned for this coming year.

    The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/e2c18781/transcript.txt

    Article by Krysia:


    Register for the online conference: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=rRkrjJxf1EmQdz7Dz8UrPzNFa7ljapNItVtbi6_NWAZUNkw1Qko3OUVTRVZNOTJWVjlITDhSSFpCNy4u

    If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology.

    This podcast is brought to you by The University of Aberdeen's Centre for Autism and Theology.

    Website: http://www.abdn.ac.uk/sdhp/cat

    The artwork for this podcast uses the Centre for Autism and Theology Logo, created by Holly Russell.

    Krysia's cooling neck tube: https://www.amazon.co.uk/COMFORCE-Cooling-Wearable-Outdoor-Workers/dp/B0DYC75TSQ

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    17 min
  • Perceptual Processing and Faith with Brain Irvine
    Sep 3 2025

    In this episode, Krysia speaks with Brian Irvine from the Centre for Research in Autism and Education. They discuss perceptual processing and faith.


    The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/5e25cac1/transcript.txt


    If you have any questions or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology.

    Find out more about Brain: crae.ioe.ac.uk/portfolio/brian-irvine/

    This podcast is brought to you by The University of Aberdeen's Centre for Autism and Theology.

    Website: http://www.abdn.ac.uk/sdhp/cat

    The artwork for this podcast uses the Centre for Autism and Theology Logo, created by Holly Russell

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    37 min
  • CATChat 24: Autism and Temperature Sensitivity
    Aug 20 2025

    In this CATChat episode, Ian, Krysia and Zoe reflect on autism and temperature sensitivity, ending on a discussion around how churches can be aware of this and support congregation members.

    The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/dfe08f50/transcript.txt


    If you have any questions, or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology.

    This podcast is brought to you by The University of Aberdeen's Centre for Autism and Theology.

    Website: http://www.abdn.ac.uk/sdhp/cat

    The artwork for this podcast uses the Centre for Autism and Theology Logo, created by Holly Russell.

    Krysia's cooling neck tube: https://www.amazon.co.uk/COMFORCE-Cooling-Wearable-Outdoor-Workers/dp/B0DYC75TSQ

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    17 min
  • Writing a Neurodivergent Fictional Character with Luke Aylen
    Aug 6 2025

    In this episode, Ian speaks to Luke Aylen, a PhD candidate studying theology and children's book author. In the episode, they discuss his book The Forgotten Palace, focusing on his neurodivergent lead character.

    The transcript of the episode is available here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/4c1d67cc/transcript.txt


    If you have any questions or just want to say hi, email us at cat@abdn.ac.uk or find us on social media @autismtheology.

    Purchase the book here: https://spckpublishing.co.uk/the-forgotten-palace

    This podcast is brought to you by The University of Aberdeen's Centre for Autism and Theology.

    Website: http://www.abdn.ac.uk/sdhp/cat

    The artwork for this podcast uses the Centre for Autism and Theology Logo, created by Holly Russell

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    33 min