Love on the Spectrum: Autism & Dating

Here's The Thing with Alec Baldwin

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🗓️ 20 September 2022

⏱️ 57 minutes

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Summary

Guest Host Talia Schlanger speaks to the co-creator and subjects of Netflix’s Emmy-winning series, “Love on the Spectrum.” The show, which premiered in the U.S. after two Australian seasons, follows individuals on the autism spectrum through struggles and successes in their search for love. Director and producer Cian O’Clery is joined by participant Kaelynn Partlow, who is also an autism therapist and advocate. O’Clery and Partlow share their experiences making the series and their take on traditional portrayals of autism in the media. Schlanger then speaks with

consultant and autism advocate Jennifer Cook. Cook is the author of several books on autism, including her memoir, “Autism In Heels: The Untold Story Of A Female Life On The Spectrum.” She serves as the dating coach for participants in the series, tailoring her help to their specific needs. With her guests, Schlanger unpacks the intentions, inner workings and impact of this unique reality dating show.

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1:02.4	I'm Taliya Schlinger, and you're listening to Here's the Thing from iHeart Radio.
1:07.1	The Netflix show Love on the Spectrum is a reality dating series, but it is totally different
1:12.8	than anything you might have come to expect from the crowded, and let's be honest,
1:17.4	often staged world of reality dating shows. The series is full of heart and promise,
1:23.6	and it features people who don't often get the spotlight.
1:26.8	My name is Kaelin. I'm 24 years old, and I'm single, and I'm looking for a boyfriend.
1:31.4	Why do you want to find love? I don't want to die alone. Being around people is
1:37.9	draining, but I don't like being alone. I like to be with my friends. I like to be with my family.
1:42.8	I don't like to be really alone just day to day. So I think having love, having a boyfriend
1:50.4	would really be helpful. I basically have every learning disability you could have.
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