Show Notes

Discover what’s possible when the shadow of stereotypes is illuminated by humor and art. 


Timothy Boykin is an autism self-advocate, author, singer, and influencer. With almost 40K followers on TikTok, Tim uses his platform to promote autism acceptance and bring attention to racial inequality. 


In today’s conversation, we discuss:



  • What it was like for Tim to learn about his diagnosis

  • How he dealt with bullies throughout school

  • Why he wants to shine a positive light on autism

  • Strategies Tim’s mother taught him to stay safe during encounters with police officers

  • Experiences in which Tim felt he was discriminated against because of his race


This conversation with Timothy Boykin was originally released on June 25, 2020.


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Resources:


Anxiety and Autism 


Depression and Anxiety by Race 


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