Differences NOT Deficits
Where being different is normal — and connection is universal.
This podcast is for the ones who’ve always felt a little off-script — and are starting to realize maybe they were never the problem. What started as a therapy-centered conversation has evolved into something deeper: an exploration of what it means to be fully human in a world obsessed with “normal.”
We still care deeply about supporting neurodivergent individuals and families — but now we’re widening the lens.
We’re talking about sensitivity, chronic pain, emotional intensity, burnout, masking, healing, and the thousand quiet ways people learn to hide who they are to fit in.
Hosted by Debbie (former speech-language pathologist turned soul-listener and Human Design guide) and Yolandi (behaviorist turned radical connector and label-questioner), this podcast explores what happens when we stop trying to fix people — and start seeing them.
Together, we talk about:
The harm in pathologizing difference
The beauty in unmasking and remembering who you are
The power of reconnecting with your body, soul, and deeper wiring
The systems that need rethinking — and the truths we’re reclaiming
Whether you’re a parent, a practitioner, or a person simply trying to feel more at home in yourself — you belong here.
This isn’t about being perfect.
It’s about being real.
Let’s unmask what divides us — and remember what connects us.
Interested in learning more about Debbie and her work...go to https://www.thetruthofyou.net/. Connect with Debbie or Yolandi at https://www.thetruthofyou.net/contact.
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Monday Dec 15, 2025
Monday Dec 15, 2025
After a long season of healing, unlearning, and deep transformation, we’re back - and starting with a little honesty about where we’ve been.
In this episode, Debbie shares her personal journey over the past year: the shifts, the letting go, the reconnection with what really matters - and how it’s shaped the podcast moving forward.
Yolandi will be sharing her own story in the next episode.
Thursday Nov 06, 2025
Thursday Nov 06, 2025
After a long break filled with healing and unlearning, Differences NOT Deficits is back — with deeper conversations, broader perspectives, and way more realness.
This season, we’re expanding beyond neurodivergence to explore all the ways people feel “different” — and the harm in trying to make everyone “normal.”
Join Debbie and Yolandi as they unmask old labels, share personal truths, and invite you into messy, meaningful conversations about what it really means to be seen, supported, and fully yourself.
Interested in learning more about Debbie and her work...go to https://www.thetruthofyou.net/. Connect with Debbie or Yolandi at https://www.thetruthofyou.net/contact.
Sunday May 26, 2024
Sunday May 26, 2024
In this episode we give a little update on what is happening with our podcast since it's been a while since we have published an episode. We also have a discussion about the gifts, talents, contributions we see in neurodivergent people. The world is missing so much when the focus is on trying to "fix" people instead of looking at he unique gifts they have to offer.
Wednesday Apr 24, 2024
Wednesday Apr 24, 2024
In this episode (part 2 of 2) I continue with an interview with Caroline Gaddy. If you haven’t listened to Part 1, please start there. Caroline is an Autistic SLP and AAC Solutions Consultant based in Virginia. She is also a disability advocate and neurodiversity educator who has presented at state and national conferences. She has worked in clinical and school-based settings as an SLP and teacher, and is passionate about communication access, disability justice, and inclusion. Caroline is also a mom to two spectacular neurodivergent kids.
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Tuesday Apr 16, 2024
Tuesday Apr 16, 2024
In this episode (part 1 of 2) Debbie interviews Caroline Gaddy. Caroline is an Autistic SLP and AAC Solutions Consultant based in Virginia. She is also a disability advocate and neurodiversity educator who has presented at state and national conferences. She has worked in clinical and school-based settings as an SLP and teacher, and is passionate about communication access, disability justice, and inclusion. Caroline is also a mom to two spectacular neurodivergent kids.
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Tuesday Mar 19, 2024
Tuesday Mar 19, 2024
**Trigger Warning: Content Might be Sensitive to Some**
In this episode (part 2 of 2) we continue with our interview with Matt Lowry. If you haven’t listened to Part 1, please start there. Matt is an autistic licensed psychological practitioner in Louisville, KY. He provides evaluations and therapy for children, teens and adults using a strengths-based approach to help autistic people in ways best suited for their individual needs. He also provides educational trainings and co-hosts the Autistic Culture Podcast where they discuss autistic contributions to society and culture.
In this episode Matt will share his thoughts about special interests - SPINs, his opinion on the DSM 5, and some advice for PARENTS. Take a listen
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Wednesday Mar 13, 2024
Wednesday Mar 13, 2024
**Trigger Warning - May Contain Sensitive Material for Some**
Today we are excited to share an interview we had with Matt Lowry. This will be part one of two episodes with Matt.
Matt is an autistic licensed psychological practitioner in Louisville, KY. He provides evaluations and therapy for children, teens and adults using a strengths-based approach to help autistic people in ways best suited for their individual needs. He also provides educational trainings and co-hosts the Autistic Culture Podcast where they discuss autistic contributions to society and culture.
He has a passion to make the world a better place for autistic people.
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Saturday Feb 17, 2024
Saturday Feb 17, 2024
In this episode (part 2 of 2) we continue with our interview with Martin Moxness. If you haven’t listened to Part 1, please start there. Martin is an autistic adult who lives in Denmark and is a successful Instagram and TikTok influencer - you can find him by searching A_Different_Spectrum. He uses his personal journey and unique perspective to educate people nationwide about Autism, Tourettes as well as ADHD.
In this episode Martin will share about his personal journey with Interoception, breaking certain stereotypes by offering a unique perspective and his future plans as an influencer.
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Saturday Feb 10, 2024
Saturday Feb 10, 2024
In this episode (part 1 of 2) we had the pleasure of interviewing Martin Moxness and we are so excited to share it with you. Martin is an autistic adult who lives in Denmark and is a successful Instagram and TikTok influencer. He also has a gift for music and photography. Martin is autistic and uses his platform to raise awareness of Autism, as well as Tourette syndrome and ADHD.
During this conversation we discuss his life, his husband, the struggles he had growing up and what socialization means to him and more!
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Thursday Feb 01, 2024
Thursday Feb 01, 2024
In this episode we give you a few examples from episode 8 where we talk about the new ideas that we have been discussing on this podcast so far and how difficult it can be to embrace doing something different than what has been done for so many years.
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