{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Everything You Know About Disability Is Wrong","title":"Free to Be Me: Ron Funches on Autism and Meeting Yourself Where You Are","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/a85a61fc\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3254,"description":"On this episode of Everything You Know About Disability Is Wrong, we’re joined by Ron Funches, a stand-up comedian, actor, and recent cast member on The Traitors. Ron shares his perspective as both an autistic adult and a parent of an autistic son, reflecting on how his recent diagnosis has deepened his understanding of himself, his family, and the power of self-acceptance. Through humor and honesty, Ron discusses what autism acceptance looks like in real life—from recognizing shared traits with his son to navigating the transition to adulthood, caregiving challenges, and the importance of meeting people where they are. This conversation reinforces the importance of acceptance, accessible support, and empowering people with disabilities to thrive on their own terms.Easterseals is committed to supporting autistic individuals and caregivers with resources, services, and community. ","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/SoFcUOomOBz8oXfQlV4EmcUMIXb59wqW1asAyjGr6VQ/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9kNWQx/NjAyNmY1YjFkNjIx/NjdkZmQyMDNmYTRh/MDQ0OS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}