Episodios

  • Blindsided: The Love That Wasn’t, and the Awakening That Saved Me

    Blindsided: The Love That Wasn’t, and the Awakening That Saved Me
    Apr 26 2025
    The podcast script is an intense account of host Elizabeth's life journey, particularly her struggles in a toxic and manipulative relationship while also dealing with neurodivergence, specifically autism and ADHD. She also recounts experiencing cancer and the emotional impact this had compounded by a lack of support. The podcast is an unflinching exploration of themes such as love, trust, betrayal, and resilience. It provides a candid look into the hardships and traumas faced by Elizabeth, but it also emphasizes her determination and strength in the face of adversity. Throughout the narrative, she shares her experiences in dealing with a partner who was manipulative and unsupportive, financial struggles, and being a single mother. However, Elizabeth’s primary message is directed towards fostering resilience and empowerment, using one's experiences as stepping stones to a stronger self, and recognizing the importance of self-worth.
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    41 m
  • The Narcissist, The People-Pleaser & The Covert Puppet Master

    The Narcissist, The People-Pleaser & The Covert Puppet Master
    Mar 19 2025
    Femme On The Spectrum, a podcast by Elizabeth, focuses on uncovering the behavioral similarities between people-pleasers and covert narcissists in a particular episode. The episode starts by unraveling the different strategies, though aimed at the subjective manipulation of people's perceptions, adopted by grandiose narcissists, people-pleasers, and covert narcissists. Next, it delves into the reasons why such manipulative characters show a strong aversion to autistic and neurodivergent individuals. According to Elizabeth, these individuals cut through the manipulative layers unknowingly, which disrupts the emotional manipulation game of the narcissists. Towards the end of the podcast, she provides useful strategies to handle manipulators effectively without causing psychological damage to yourself. She stresses the importance of staying authentic and surrounding oneself with genuine people to counteract the emotional manipulative tactics played by narcissists.
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    12 m
  • The Truth Hurts (And So Do Social Hierarchies)

    The Truth Hurts (And So Do Social Hierarchies)
    Mar 14 2025
    In this episode of Femme on the Spectrum, host Elizabeth explores a paradox in society's attitude towards truth-telling; while honesty is publicly championed, those who expose inconvenient truths often face pushback. This behavior is linked to maintaining the social status quo, as well as an instinctive aversion to discomfort. Elizabeth further delves into the psychological reasonings behind this, highlighting the inclination of groups to defend toxicity and label those who challenge it as problematic. She offers advice for navigating these waters, stressing the importance of knowing your audience, selecting your battles, and seeking likeminded individuals who appreciate honesty. Above all else, Elizabeth champions the value of truth, asserting that authenticity and integrity prevail.
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    10 m
  • Manipulation & the Social Game – Who’s Really in Your Circle?

    Manipulation & the Social Game – Who’s Really in Your Circle?
    Feb 26 2025
    In this episode of Femme on the Spectrum, host Elizabeth discusses manipulation, social dynamics, and the implications when trust in close relationships starts to erode. The discussion begins with an analysis of the two types of people most vulnerable to manipulation: those who lack knowledge and those who seek approval. Elizabeth shares a personal story of betrayal within her family, shedding light on the painful experience of family scapegoating. The host then advises listeners on how to detect and cope with manipulative behavior, including sudden changes in behavior, repeating influenced narratives and demonizing without factual basis. She recommends trusting in actions over words, maintaining self-respect with firm boundaries, avoiding emotional blackmail, and holding to personal truths irrespective of external approvals. The episode closes with a call for listeners to share their experiences of manipulation and loyalty shift on the show’s social media page.
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    21 m
  • Neurodivergent Resistance of the crowd (and politics)

    Neurodivergent Resistance of the crowd (and politics)
    Feb 5 2025
    In the episode "The Power of Neurodivergence: Recognizing the Glitches in Society’s Codes" of podcast "Femme on the Spectrum," hosted by Elizabeth, discussions around the theme of the neurodivergent individuals' resistance to societal programming are explored. Elizabeth discusses how people with autism or ADHD often see patterns and hypocrisies with their unique perspectives that others may miss. The episode further covered the way neurodivergent people react to situations such as Donald Trump's presidency and Elon Musk’s acquisition of Twitter. Elizabeth also highlights a deep-rooted sense of justice prevalent among neurodivergent people and their reflex action to act against exploitation. The episode emphasizes the importance of neurodivergent individuals in recognizing early cracks in systems, questioning corporate greed, spotting performative allyship and above all, holding the powerful accountable.
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    18 m
  • Trump, Tantrums, and Taking Rights: A Neurodivergent’s Guide to Surviving Week One

    Trump, Tantrums, and Taking Rights: A Neurodivergent’s Guide to Surviving Week One
    Jan 29 2025
    In the latest installment of "Femme on the Spectrum," hosted by Elizabeth, the podcast explores the turbulent developments related to President Trump's administration and their impact on the neurodivergent community. Elizabeth delves into discussions about the President's perceived constitutional violations, the implications for the neurodivergent community and how to survive amidst the chaos. She unpacks the overwhelming constant news barrage and its psychological effects on neurodivergent individuals, the potential healthcare implications of the dismantling the Affordable Care Act, and environmental degradation. Elizabeth also provides guidance on fighting back through self-care routines, lending support to disability rights organizations, raising voices towards representatives, contributing unique abilities, and banding together as a community.
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    7 m
  • Inaugurations, Executive Orders, and Autistic Women: Navigating History in the Making with the New Trump Presidency- yuk!

    Inaugurations, Executive Orders, and Autistic Women: Navigating History in the Making with the New Trump Presidency- yuk!
    Jan 22 2025
    In this episode of "Femme on the Spectrum," host Elizabeth discusses a range of issues that impact neurodivergent women. She begins with a critique on the binary approach to gender recognition in a recent executive order, which she points out can be particularly harmful to autistic women who do not fit neatly into male/female categories. This theme continues with a deep dive into currently threatened reproductive rights and the implications of Project 2025, which disproportionately affects neurodivergent women. Elizabeth then addresses the lack of workplace protections and the rollback of inclusive initiatives, making the job hunt more challenging for this demographic. She also raises the alarm on the potentially harmful impacts of Medicaid cuts on autistic women's healthcare. The episode concludes with a call to action, urging listeners to use their voices for advocacy, to support organizations championing autistic women, and to share their stories widely.
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    17 m
  • Reactive Abuse and the Autistic Experience: How Narcissists Flip the Script"

    Reactive Abuse and the Autistic Experience: How Narcissists Flip the Script"
    Jan 19 2025
    The podcast episode titled "Femme on the Spectrum" is hosted by Elizabeth and focuses on understanding and spreading awareness about reactive abuse and how it disproportionately affects neurodivergent and autistic women. Reactive abuse is a scenario where the victim of ongoing mistreatment reacts, only for the abuser to manipulate this response to appear as the aggressor. Elizabeth explores how the emotional intensity of autistic women can be misconstrued and weaponized against them in these situations. The episode also explores the social biases and manipulation tactics, particularly from covert narcissists, that exacerbate the issue. She shares personal stories and offers practical solutions like grounding techniques, journaling, and self-trust to reclaim power and navigate these challenges. By the end, listeners are reminded that their experiences are valid, encouraging their resilience in the face of manipulation and abuse.
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    26 m
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