In this intimate episode of Love Conquers, Kaz and Matt sit down to explore the layered, exhausting, and often invisible art of masking. Kaz offers a raw, honest look at what it feels like to constantly manage tone, expression, posture, and presence just to “pass” as okay—when in reality, the effort is anything but invisible.

From school drop-offs to work meetings, social interactions to simply standing in a crowded space, Kaz breaks down the micro-calculations she makes throughout the day to avoid overwhelm, confrontation, or even just being misunderstood. With Matt’s support and insight, they unpack how this impacts their relationship, parenting, and energy as a couple.

Whether you’re the one who masks or the partner who’s learning how to see through it, this episode is a revealing look at what it means to live behind the mask—and what it takes to safely take it off

In this week’s episode of Love Conquers, Kaz and Matt take a close-up look at what it really means to intervene in real time when your autistic partner (or loved one) starts to dysregulate. It's the stuff that doesn't get taught in diagnostic handbooks or relationship guides—what to do when someone you love is spiraling, shutting down, or quietly drowning in overwhelm.

With candid examples from their own lives, they explore the art of stepping in without stepping on—how to offer grounding, safety, and regulation while honoring autonomy and avoiding the dreaded “fixer” mode. From non-verbal cues to pre-agreed comfort rituals, this episode breaks down practical strategies for recognizing escalation, navigating the tension, and creating space for recovery without shame.

Kaz and Matt also reflect on what it takes to build trust in these moments—how to talk about needs before things go sideways, and how to debrief afterward without adding fuel to the fire. It’s part love language, part emotional first aid, and fully essential for anyone in relationship with an autistic partner.

If you’ve ever felt helpless in the face of a loved one’s meltdown or shutdown, or unsure how to actually help—this episode is for you.

In this deeply insightful episode of Love Conquers, Kaz and Matt reconnect with friend of the show and returning expert Nicole Ennis Oakes to unpack one of the most nuanced challenges in neurodivergent life: learning your way through a diagnosis while already deep into adult relationships, shared routines—and, in many cases, parenting.

Nicole brings her clinical expertise and lived empathy to the table as she explores what happens when a diagnosis drops into the middle of a marriage or long-term relationship. She guides listeners through the emotional recalibration that often follows—grief, identity shifts, communication cracks—and how couples can navigate this terrain without losing each other in the process.

But the conversation doesn’t stop at the couple. Nicole dives into how the presence of children adds layers of complexity, urgency, and sometimes unexpected clarity to the diagnostic journey. Parenting through this lens demands a radical reshuffling of expectations, boundaries, and often, self-worth.

This episode is both illuminating and validating for anyone who’s had to re-understand themselves or their partner while already doing the hard work of showing up for family life. Compassionate, clear-eyed, and deeply human—Nicole helps us name what so many are quietly navigating.

In this special episode of Love Conquers, Kaz and Matt hand the mic to someone who doesn’t just live the neurodiverse experience—she’s growing up inside it. Joined by their middle daughter Scarlet, they dive into what it’s like navigating the world (and especially school) with dual neurodivergent traits.

With insight, humor, and raw honesty, Scarlet shares her perspective on classrooms, friendships, overwhelm, and what adults really don’t understand about neurodiverse kids. It’s a rare first-hand look into the pressures and magic of being wired differently—and a reminder that when we listen to young voices, we learn how to do better.

In this episode of Love Conquers, Kaz and Matt return to Talking Tisms to explore the emotional ripple effects of a late autism diagnosis—when the missing puzzle piece finally clicks into place, but you’re already deep into life, love, and everything in between.

They unpack what it means for a couple when one partner is diagnosed later in life: the grief, the revelations, the weird relief, and the way it can reshape everything from communication to intimacy to shared routines. Expect candid reflections, real-life examples, and that signature blend of wit and wisdom as they ask: how do you rewrite the story without tearing up the whole book?

In this installment of Love Conquers, Matt and Kaz continue their deep dive into neurodivergent life and love with another episode of Talking Tisms. This time, they take the gloves off to confront the often invisible weight of external judgment—how it shapes the way neurodivergent individuals see themselves, how it infiltrates our relationships, and how it can chip away at even the strongest bonds between spouses and partners.

They unpack everything from the side-eyes at family gatherings to the systemic erasure in clinical spaces—and they do it with their trademark blend of honesty, empathy, and zero BS. Whether you’re ND, NT, partnered, solo, or somewhere in the sensory storm, this episode will resonate. Because love might conquer all, but society’s not always on board with the game plan.

This week on Love Conquers, Matt and Kaz dive into the wild, wonderful, and occasionally WTF world of traveling as a neurodiverse family. What starts as a suitcase and a dream can quickly spiral into sensory chaos, emotional turbulence, and GPS-fueled meltdowns—but somehow, love holds the itinerary together.

From navigating international airports with ADHD brain fog, to decoding hotel breakfast buffets with autistic kids in tow, they share unfiltered stories of trial, error, and unexpected magic. Expect raw honesty, laughter-through-tears moments, and practical tips for staying connected when every part of the journey tries to pull you apart.

Whether you’re neurodivergent, parenting neurodivergent kids, or just trying to make it through passport control without losing your sanity or your partner—this episode offers a road map to resilience, love, and low-stim travel hacks.

In this episode of Love Conquers, Kaz and Matt pull no punches as they dive into the essential—yet often overlooked—topic of advocacy and self-advocacy within the neurodiverse community, especially in the context of relationships.

What does it really mean to advocate for yourself when your brain is wired differently? How do you set boundaries, express needs, or ask for accommodations in a world—and sometimes a relationship—that doesn’t always “get it”? With humor, heart, and hard-earned wisdom, Matt and Kaz unpack the dynamics of neurodivergent communication, miscommunication, and the power of having your voice heard.

This episode isn’t just a conversation—it’s a blueprint. It explores the roles that both partners play in building a relationship rooted in understanding, support, and mutual respect. Whether you're neurodivergent, in a relationship with someone who is, or simply looking to level up your empathy game, this one’s for you.