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Understanding PDA: Lived Experience and Inclusive Education (Two-Part Podcast).

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How I Realised I Was PDA — Two-Part Podcast with H Arlo-Harris

This two-part podcast is included in our monthly and annual subscriptions, or can be purchased individually. It offers extended discussion, extra content and deeper insight into lived experience and inclusive practice.

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Join PDA Society CEO Ed in conversation with H Arlo-Harris — teacher, trainer and autistic PDA adult — as they explore what life is really like when you’re PDA. This two-part podcast combines lived experience with practical reflection and insight to support PDAers, families and professionals.

In Part 1, H shares their personal journey of discovering their PDA profile — from finding meaning in a word cloud to navigating internal demands, sensory overwhelm and social communication. With warmth and clarity, H takes us beyond labels into the lived realities of PDA.

Part 2 goes further, focusing on what makes an inclusive educator. H draws on their experience inside the classroom and as a trainer to explore hidden demands, the role of trust and flexibility, and practical ways teachers, TAs and school staff can create genuinely inclusive learning environments for PDA learners.

Created by the PDA Society with contributions from people with lived experience and professionals, this two-part series offers compassionate, practical insight for anyone seeking to understand PDA better.

Disclaimer

The views and opinions expressed by guest speakers in this podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the PDA Society. While we aim to provide balanced and inclusive discussions, individual experiences and perspectives may vary. The PDA Society is committed to using language and terminology that reflects the preferences of PDA/autistic people, but sometimes our guests may use language and terminology which differs. Appearance on our podcast is not an endorsement of an individual, and not all of our guests will align with our position on the issues discussed.

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This content was developed by the PDA Society together with PDAers, family members, and professionals, drawing on a wide range of lived and professional experiences.

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