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Black Girl, Brown Girl...Squirrel! A Podcast for Neurodivergent Women of Color

Welcome to Black Girl, Brown Girl… Squirrel! — the podcast for Black, Hispanic, Latina, and Asian women who are Neurodivergent (or wondering if they might be).

We’re your Sista Squirrels 🐿️ Shai and Lex — here to celebrate the chaos, the brilliance, and the hilarity of brains that don’t follow the “default settings.” Around here, tangents are the point.

We talk about life with:

🌀 ADHD — from hyperfocus to forgotten keys (again).
✨ Autism / AuDHD — deep dives, sensory adventures, and social “huh?” moments.
💭 Anxiety & Depression — the not-so-fun side quests.
💡 Self-diagnosis & discovery — figuring it out as we go.

Expect unfiltered stories, laughter that derails into tangents, and the relief of knowing you’re not the only one. Whether you’ve got a diagnosis, are self-identifying, or just suspect your brain might be running on a custom operating system, you belong here.

So grab your snacks, follow the chaos, and come squirrel with us. Life’s way more fun (and way less lonely) when you realize “off the rails” is the best track.

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Black Girl, Brown Girl...Squirrel! A Podcast for Neurodivergent Women of Color

S1E3 - So…I Brought Autism Up in Therapy

October 15, 2025 • The Squirrels • Season 1 • Episode 3

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Sharing her personal journey, Alexis shares her journey from confusion to clarity, highlighting the exhaustion that comes with masking and the liberation found in embracing her true self. This episode focuses on self-discovery, the impact of diagnosis on identity, and the challenges of navigating social situations.

TL;DR

Alexis shares her journey from confusion to clarity, and the liberation found in embracing her true self.

TIME STAMPS

00:00 Introduction

01:56 Personal Stories of Discovery

06:09 Navigating Social Situations

11:56 The Exhaustion of Masking

17:35 Self-Diagnosis and Validation

23:40 Life Changes and Unmasking Autism

25:30 Embracing Authenticity and Self-Awareness

27:25 The Journey of Black and Brown Women

30:17 Generational Trauma and Its Impact