Hiring processes weren't designed with autistic people in mind — but they can be. In this episode, we're joined by two leading researchers from the Olga Tennison Autism Research Centre at La Trobe University. Associate Professor Jennifer Spoor and PhD candidate Lyndel Kennedy share what the evidence tells us about barriers in recruitment for neurodivergent candidates, and what employers can do differently to attract and retain autistic talent. Essential listening for anyone involved in hiring.

What does productivity actually mean for autistic people — and is the way we measure it at work fundamentally broken? Jeremy Nagel, neurospicy software developer turned startup founder and PhD researcher, joins host Jacob for a candid conversation about autism and productivity, challenging the assumptions that too often leave autistic workers feeling like they're falling short. Thought-provoking, practical and deeply relatable.

Welcome to World of Work — the Topic Spotlight series from Autism Valued exploring what employment really looks and feels like for autistic people. In this opening episode, the tables are turned. Series host Jacob steps into the guest seat as co-host Jeremy Nagel asks the questions, drawing out the personal and professional story behind the series. Jacob shares what brought him to his role as Employment Programs Manager at Autism Valued, what drives his commitment to changing the world of work for autistic people, and why this conversation matters so much right now. An honest, warm and fitting way to kick off the series.