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Autistic-Friendly Lifestyle Episodes

Practical and low-stress routines designed for messy, autistic-friendly lives: effective strategies for chores, screen time, schedules, and boundaries that consider neurodivergent perspectives.
2022 Year in Review for Overwhelmed Brains: CrazyFitnessGuy Wins, Lessons, and What’s Next
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Jan. 27, 2023

2022 Year in Review for Overwhelmed Brains: CrazyFitnessGuy Wins, Lessons, and What’s Next

In this autistic-led year‑in‑review episode of The CrazyFitnessGuy® Show, host Jimmy Clare looks back at the biggest wins, challenges, and lessons from 2022 for both himself and the CrazyFitnessGuy brand. Instead of a hype reel, this episode gives a calm, honest look at what went well, what was hard, and how he kept going with an already busy, autistic brain. This episode is made for autistic and neurodivergent adults who like seeing the “behind the scenes” of real progress—not just perfectly ed...
Growing 1 Percent at a Time: Low‑Pressure Personal Development with Len DeCarmine
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Sept. 22, 2022

Growing 1 Percent at a Time: Low‑Pressure Personal Development with Len DeCarmine

In this autistic-led episode of The CrazyFitnessGuy® Show, host Jimmy Clare talks with coach and co‑creator of The Extraordinary Being Movement, Len DeCarmine, about how the idea of “1 percent more” can help people grow without burning out. Instead of promising total life transformation overnight, they explore calm, realistic ways to make small daily improvements that fit autistic and neurodivergent adults with busy, overloaded brains. This episode is made for listeners who want personal growth ...
Low‑Pressure Public Speaking for Neurodivergent Brains with Marshall Gillen & Tucker Bearden
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Aug. 11, 2022

Low‑Pressure Public Speaking for Neurodivergent Brains with Marshall Gillen & Tucker Bearden

Public speaking can feel terrifying when you are autistic, anxious, or constantly battling imposter syndrome—and most “million dollar” speaker advice is not built for that reality. In this autistic‑led episode of The CrazyFitnessGuy® Show, host Jimmy Clare talks with Marshall Gillen and Tucker Bearden about a calmer, more honest way to use speaking to share your story, help people, and grow your work without pretending to be someone you are not. Marshall opens up about going from 5x college drop...
Feeling Ignored by Doctors? Gentle Ways to Explore Essential Oils & Inflammation Relief with Scott Manduck
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July 28, 2022

Feeling Ignored by Doctors? Gentle Ways to Explore Essential Oils & Inflammation Relief with Scott Manduck

If you are autistic, chronically stressed, or dealing with long‑term health issues, you might feel ignored at the doctor’s office and unsure who to trust with your health. In this autistic‑led episode of The CrazyFitnessGuy® Show, host Jimmy Clare talks with Scott Manduck about how his family slowly moved toward a more self‑directed, holistic approach using diet changes and doTERRA essential oils to help lower inflammation. Scott does not pretend essential oils are magic. Instead, he shares what...
Fan Favorites from Season 2: Autistic‑Friendly Healthy Living Stories with Jimmy Clare
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May 19, 2022

Fan Favorites from Season 2: Autistic‑Friendly Healthy Living Stories with Jimmy Clare

If you feel overwhelmed by “perfect” health content and just want real, autistic‑friendly conversations, this fan‑favorite collection from Season 2 is for you. In this special episode of The CrazyFitnessGuy® Show, host Jimmy Clare highlights the top‑played Season 2 episodes that listeners keep coming back to when they need validation, calm motivation, and realistic healthy living ideas. Whether you are brand‑new to the show or have been listening for a while, this is an easy way to binge the mos...
Calm for Overwhelmed Families: International Day of Calm with Parenting Coach Celia Kibler
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March 24, 2022

Calm for Overwhelmed Families: International Day of Calm with Parenting Coach Celia Kibler

If your home feels loud, tense, or constantly on edge, you are not alone—especially if you or your kids are autistic, sensitive, or easily overwhelmed. In this autistic‑led episode of The CrazyFitnessGuy® Show, host Jimmy Clare talks with family empowerment coach and “Raising Happy Toddlers” author Celia Kibler about simple, realistic ways to bring more calm into everyday family life. Together, they unpack the idea behind the International Day of Calm and why choosing calm on purpose can complet...
Leadership for Misfit Brains: Coaching Insights with Joann Tierney‑Daniels & 1 Habit of Great Leaders
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Jan. 20, 2022

Leadership for Misfit Brains: Coaching Insights with Joann Tierney‑Daniels & 1 Habit of Great Leaders

Traditional leadership advice often assumes you are extroverted, “naturally confident,” and fit the typical corporate mold—which leaves autistic and neurodivergent people feeling like leadership is not for them. In this autistic‑led episode of The CrazyFitnessGuy® Show, host Jimmy Clare talks with executive coach and author Joann Tierney‑Daniels about more inclusive, human leadership and her book “1 Habit of the World’s Greatest Leaders.” Joann draws on her background in community and human serv...
Inside Special Ed Classrooms: Real Challenges, Underfunding, and Hope for Change with Tom from Podjerky
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Oct. 14, 2021

Inside Special Ed Classrooms: Real Challenges, Underfunding, and Hope for Change with Tom from Podjerky

If you are autistic, a parent of a special needs student, or someone who struggled in school, you have probably felt the system was not built for you. In this episode of The CrazyFitnessGuy® Show, host Jimmy Clare talks with Tom, a special education teacher assistant and host of Podjerky, about what really happens inside special education classrooms and how funding problems hurt students and staff every day. Tom shares firsthand stories from the classroom, including how overcrowding, lack of sup...
Guest: Tom
Writing Dark Stories With a Kind Heart: Crime Thriller Author Luke Murphy on ‘Finders Keepers
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Aug. 19, 2021

Writing Dark Stories With a Kind Heart: Crime Thriller Author Luke Murphy on ‘Finders Keepers

If you enjoy dark, twisty stories but do not want pure shock value, this episode is for you. In this conversation on The CrazyFitnessGuy® Show, host Jimmy Clare talks with international bestselling crime thriller author Luke Murphy about his novel “Finders Keepers,” how he writes intense scenes with care, and what draws him to complicated characters like Calvin Watters, a PI forced back into the dangerous Las Vegas red‑light district to stop a string of escort murders. Luke shares the real‑life ...
Guest: Luke Murphy
Finding Little Joys on Hard Days: ‘Discover Your Joy’ with M. Louise Pistole
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April 29, 2021

Finding Little Joys on Hard Days: ‘Discover Your Joy’ with M. Louise Pistole

If toxic positivity makes you roll your eyes but you still want more light in your life, this episode is for you. In this conversation on The CrazyFitnessGuy® Show, host Jimmy Clare talks with joy‑fanatic and author M. Louise Pistole about her devotional‑style book “Discover Your Joy” and how to find small moments of joy even when life is stressful or overwhelming. Louise shares her own story of learning to look for joy on ordinary and difficult days, and how short, simple practices helped her s...