{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"From Undercover Boss to children\u2019s book author \u2013 with autistic advocate Pastiche Graham","description":"Pastiche Graham is a proud autism advocate, emerging motivational speaker, children\u2019s book author and powerhouse for change and inclusion. After being featured on the CBS Television show Undercover Boss in 2022 (Season 11, Episode 4), Pastiche\u2019s platform pivoted towards a lifelong journey of advocacy. Pastiche\u2019s first book, \u201cPia Pistachio Gets a Job,\u201d features much-needed representation of autistic girls in children\u2019s literature.&amp;nbsp; In this episode, we talk about Pastiche\u2019s journey from disheartened autistic child to enthusiastic autism advocate &amp;amp; author, the impact of appearing on Undercover Boss, and the inspiration for \u201cPia Pistachio Gets a Job.\u201d Pastiche also discusses the importance of autism representation: specifically for autistic women and girls in literature, and for autistic adults in the workplace. Learn more about Pastiche at PasticheGraham.com and buy \u201cPia Pistachio Gets a Job\u201d on Amazon or wherever books are sold. Follow Pastiche on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Threads. Support or sponsor this podcast at BuyMeACoffee.com\/Beyond6Seconds! Watch the video of this interview on YouTube. Read the episode transcript. Follow the Beyond 6 Seconds podcast in your favorite podcast player. Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes. *Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and\/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations. These episodes are for informational purposes only and do not substitute for professional medical advice. Consult a medical professional or healthcare provider if you are seeking medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.* ","author_name":"Beyond 6 Seconds: Neurodiversity stories from neurodivergent people","author_url":"https:\/\/www.beyond6seconds.com","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/40795800\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/200608825"}