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