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Leta's Tap Styles (And My Autistic Life)
Join thirteen-year-old Leta, an amazing tap dancer and the founder of Autistic Wings Dance Company, and her mom, Amanda, as they share insights into Leta's autistic life. This podcast delves into a variety of topics, from navigating the challenges of bullying in dance studios due to autism and dyslexia, to the journey of establishing a new nonprofit, to deep dives into the neurodiverse world and what it means to be “quirky.”
Gain a deeper understanding of neurodiversity, self-advocacy, and the importance of acceptance and accommodations for neurodivergent individuals. The show explores personal experiences, including the phenomenon of autistic masking and burnout, offering a relatable perspective on what it's like to navigate the world as a neurodivergent person. With special guests ranging from Leta's dance family to experts in autism spectrum disorder, "Leta's Tap Styles (And My Autistic Life)" celebrates the joy and challenges of life, all through the rhythm and resilience of tap dancing.
Leta's Tap Styles (And My Autistic Life)
In LA for SoleTalk and Hollywood TapFest (Part One)
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Leta and Amanda record the show this week from on the road at Hollywood TapFest. (We promise she was in classes when this episode drops.)
Discussions this week include:
Finding the Shoes: Trying to locate Chloe and Maud Bloch shoes while on the road
Hollywood TapFest Schedule
Filming the 1st SoleTalk Youth Dance Video
Visiting The Last Bookstore (Or: Why Miss Cherish shouldn't have told Amanda there was a bookstore right by the shoot location.)
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