Taking Authority Over Autism
They call Sheletta Minnesota’s Autism Mom, not just because she has three kids on the spectrum, but because she’s an advocate for parents who have children with special needs. Each week, the best-selling author shares strategies for success on everything from finding scholarships to safety tips.
Episodes

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Minnesota is #1 for youth voting!
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15 minutes ago
Sheletta talks with Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon about how Minnesota was able to take the top spot for youth voter turnout and more on the latest episode of her autism podcast.

Tuesday Apr 15, 2025
Are libraries safe?
Tuesday Apr 15, 2025
Tuesday Apr 15, 2025
Sheletta chats with Dr. Artika Tyner about how drug abusers are seeking refuge in library bathrooms, putting families and children at risk.

Tuesday Apr 08, 2025
Sheletta Goes to Philly to Spread Awareness
Tuesday Apr 08, 2025
Tuesday Apr 08, 2025
Sheletta joins a North Philly organization to host a special day on April 12th for kids on the spectrum and their families for Autism Awareness Month.

Tuesday Apr 01, 2025
The Basics of Bullying
Tuesday Apr 01, 2025
Tuesday Apr 01, 2025
There is a free workshop for parents who have special needs kids experiencing bullying in school. It'll teach you how to get help through your support team so that your child can have a successful and safe school year.

Tuesday Mar 25, 2025
What happens if budget cuts happen?
Tuesday Mar 25, 2025
Tuesday Mar 25, 2025
What happens to your special needs child if budget cuts happen or the Department of Education is shut down? Sheletta chats with an expert who can help you develop a plan for your neurodivergent child.

Tuesday Mar 18, 2025
Sleep Better: Getting Healthy for Spring
Tuesday Mar 18, 2025
Tuesday Mar 18, 2025
Oftentimes, parents who have kids with autism don't get much sleep because the only time they can get work done and complete chores is after their kids go to bed. Dr. Abigail Miller, Chief Medical Officer from UnitedHealthcare of Minnesota offers tips for how to sleep better and get healthy for spring.

Thursday Mar 13, 2025
A college for kids with autism?
Thursday Mar 13, 2025
Thursday Mar 13, 2025
Sheletta tells you all about a college for kids with autism and how their annual fundraiser coming up this weekend makes it possible for more adults on the spectrum to learn to live independently successfully.

Tuesday Mar 04, 2025
Celebrating trailblazers for Women's History Month
Tuesday Mar 04, 2025
Tuesday Mar 04, 2025
In honor of Women's History Month, Dr. Alta DeRoo, the Chief Medical Officer at Hazleden Betty Ford talks about the challenges of being a trailblazer. She also shares how Former First Lady Betty Ford's journey continues to inspire and empower women today.

Wednesday Feb 26, 2025
Opioid Deaths Are on the Decline
Wednesday Feb 26, 2025
Wednesday Feb 26, 2025
Minnesota's drug overdose deaths dropped nearly 5% from 2022 to 2023, according to new CDC data thanks in part to education and awareness provided by organizations like Steve Rummler Hope Network.

Tuesday Feb 18, 2025
Acting Like a Mentor
Tuesday Feb 18, 2025
Tuesday Feb 18, 2025
Sheletta is blown away by the performance of Nisi Collins as "Adrienne" in MIlo Imagines The World at Children's Theater Company in Minneapolis. So much so, that she asks the actress to mentor her autistic daughter who wants to be in a school play.