Dec 20, 2021
Over the past few years, the notoriety of the term
Neurodiversity, as well as its siblings - Neurodiverse,
Neurotypical, Neurodivergent, among others - expanded and
transformed what it means to have a mind that differs from the
subjective sociocultural norm. Yet despite a rise in adoption, many
both inside and outside autistic spaces are unable to accurately
define Neurodiversity, leading to confusion and
misunderstanding.
In her latest book, Neuroqueer Heresies: Notes On The
Neurodiversity Paradigm, Autistic Empowerment, And Postnormal
Possibilities, Dr. Nick Walker explains the Neurodiversity
Paradigm, Neurocosmopolitanism, Neuroqueer Theory, and so much
more. She joins Leo Jones on this episode to discuss why she wrote
this book, how it came to be, how she came up with the name, and
what possibilities await in a future that recognizes and accepts
the Neurodiversity Paradigm.
For more information about Dr. Walker, visit their website:
https://neuroqueer.com
You can find their book through the Autonomous Press website:
https://autonomous-press.myshopify.com/products/neuroqueer-heresies
Or at IndieBound: https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781945955266
Also, check out their work on the fantastic urban fantasy webcomic
Weird Luck: https://weirdluck.net