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Voices Across the Spectrum: Rabbi Tzemah Yoreh

In this episode of the continuing series Voices Across the Spectrum Dr. Stephen Shore, Robert J. Bernstein, and Dr. Marlo Payne Thurman will have the honor of interviewing Rabbi Dr. Tzemah Yoreh who is one of the intellectual leaders of Jewish humanism and the head of the City Congregation in New York City. As a community leader on the spectrum, he is a passionate advocate for the inclusion of the neuro-atypical in the Jewish community and beyond.

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Andrew Arboe- Keep Trying Because Life is a Lot Like Home Alone and Zelda

Self-advocate, speaker, and autism teaching assistant Andrew Arboe discusses his personal journey through loss of a job and towards how he recreated himself to find success in something new. With valuable insights for all young adults, Andrew reminds us that we have to build on our strengths and keep going, even when things don't work out the way we want them to.

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Career Skills Development and Job Readiness

Dr. Michael McManmon is the founder of the College Internship Program and on the Advisory Board of the US Autism Association. His expertise stems from his Doctorate in Special Education, his Master’s in Counseling, and his Master’s in Human Development. He is also an individual that has been diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome.

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Neurodiversity and the Arts: A Panel Discussion

Join us for an insightful discussion on neurodiversity and the arts, including savantism. Dr. Laurence Becker, cinematographer Ron Zimmerman, and Dr. Michael McManmon join Dr. Marlo Thurman to explore the power of neurodiversity in the arts as they discuss nurturing creativity and talent.

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