The Autism in Black Podcast

Maria Davis-Pierre is a licensed mental health counselor, a Black autistic ADHDer, and a parent of an autistic child. That combination of identities makes her podcast one of the most important and specific voices in the neurodiversity space. The show focuses on autism and neurodivergence within the Black community, addressing topics that mainstream neurodiversity podcasts rarely touch -- diagnostic disparities, cultural stigma, navigating special education systems that were not built with Black families in mind, and finding sensory-friendly faith spaces. Episodes run 25 to 60 minutes, released biweekly, featuring behavior analysts, speech-language pathologists, therapists, and advocates from within the Black neurodivergent community. With 79 episodes and a perfect 5.0-star rating from 37 reviews, the audience is growing but still underserved by the broader podcasting world. Maria talks openly about late diagnosis, unmasking, healthcare mistrust, and the particular exhaustion of advocating for your child while also processing your own neurodivergent identity. This podcast fills a gap that desperately needed filling. Essential listening for Black families navigating neurodivergence, and genuinely valuable for anyone who wants a more complete picture of what neurodiversity looks like across communities. The conversations feel honest and specific in ways that broader neurodiversity podcasts rarely achieve. A vital and growing voice in the community.