Hour 14 of the Autism Network Podcastathon | Parent to Parent Journey | Crystal Ball of Autism
Hour 14 of the Autism Network Podcastathon
Join us in this heartfelt and inspiring video as Shannon Penrod, author of "Autism: Parent to Parent," shares her personal "Autism Origin Story" and delivers her powerful "Crystal Ball of Autism" talk live for the first time on air. As a dedicated mother, Shannon navigated the challenging journey of her son's autism diagnosis and discovered the therapy that ultimately helped him regain his language skills. Through her experiences, she has become a beacon of hope and guidance for other parents facing similar challenges. Tune in to hear Shannon's incredible story, learn from her wisdom, and find inspiration in her unwavering determination to help her son and countless others in the autism community. Don't miss this emotional and enlightening video that will leave you feeling empowered and motivated to make a difference.
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Shannon Penrod identifies as a proud PONI (Parent of a Neurodiverse Individual).\xa0 Her son Jem was diagnosed\xa0 with Autism at the age of two and a half after having lost virtually all of his language and social skills.
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Helping her son on his journey with Autism became Shannon\u2019s top priority.
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Whether it was researching new diets, learning the legal ins and outs of special education law or finding funding for quality, individualized ABA therapy, Shannon became her son\u2019s best advocate and an advocate for many other families. In 2009, Shannon began the host and producer of Everyday Autism Miracles, a weekly radio show that focuses solely on Autism and hope.
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In 2011, with Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh, she began developing an interactive show about Autism that would eventually become Autism Live.\xa0 For 13 years Shannon has hosted Autism Live, interviewing experts, parents and individuals on the spectrum.
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Before her son was born Shannon was an award-winning stand-up comedienne, director, and author.\xa0 She holds a BA in Theatre from Oswego State University and an MFA in Acting from The National Theatre Conservatory.\xa0 She has worked in all phases of theatre as an actor, director, producer. playwright, and in production management for the Broadway shows CATS, Song & Dance and Smile as well as the original London productions of Les Miserables, Chess, and Phantom of the Opera.\xa0 Shannon went on to teach theatre and acting at Oswego State University and Brigham Young University. She has performed improvisational comedy with the LA Connection, The United Monkey Congress and Improvo.
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In 2021 Shannon Penrod co-founded The Autism Network with Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh.\xa0 Her goal is to provide families, and individuals with Autism,\xa0 resources and hope while on their\xa0 unique journey.\xa0 Her book Autism: Parent to Parent is available at all major book sellers.
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