RFK Jr. vs. Science: Spoiler Alert, Science Wins | The Apparently Autistic Podcast

Podcast Episode Description:

RFK Jr. is back in the headlines with more claims about autism—and once again, the science isn't on his side. In this episode, we dive into what he said, where he went wrong, and why it's so dangerous when public figures peddle misinformation. We break it all down with a blend of straight facts, sharp wit, and a fierce commitment to truth and advocacy. Because when it comes to autism, we don’t deal in conspiracy—we deal in reality. Spoiler alert: science wins every time.

Show Notes

00:06:55
https://youtube.com/shorts/gvatUXI_DiA?feature=share

00:08:00
https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/74/ss/ss7402a1.htm

00:10:17
https://tacanow.org/press-release/new-cdc-data-show-autism-rates-soar-1-in-31-u-s-children-diagnosed/

00:13:12
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Donald_Triplett

00:15:15
https://youtu.be/sJKvw0TKSmU?si=B9o000aUvbVUy14K

00:40:35
https://youtu.be/sJKvw0TKSmU?si=vCb6KMJU-Qgw_YlE

00:49:40
https://autisticadvocacy.org/2025/04/asan-statement-on-updated-autism-diagnosis-numbers-amidst-attacks-on-autistic-people/?fbclid=IwY2xjawJveQ9leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHkOyYXzCGxBCwM71GeWXiJdFjqeTivHkObM79WT7kJ1W6eXTMhxnTUhu5ItT_aem_LzH6ub1CoVppwT227uNjQw

00:58:39 https://video.snapstream.net/Play/5Rh0NgphdAJUCyFO4dsEVb?accessToken=c4u3eww8t97df&fbclid=IwY2xjawJveN5leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHrxJKERS8cTFYIrDbUxGu9V3poPL0KlqJPGOwmVBC0Xv9YLBYDahr3vHf46G_aem_CEBZ8DvzwnITXS_Uuv_MUw

01:04:10
https://abcnews.go.com/US/video/autism-advocate-rfk-jrs-promised-autism-study-120882421?fbclid=IwY2xjawJvd-5leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHrUIBoLfwe9LelEcMdOcx36MnXvW0ekg4ng7A13I9kaZmUaEfA_2RKK35rpU_aem_48xHwFf5_D-oRsw9IN4tlQ

01:04:30
https://autisticadvocacy.org/2025/04/leading-autism-organizations-release-joint-statement-on-upholding-scientific-integrity-and-supporting-the-autism-community/?fbclid=IwY2xjawJveEtleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHvoFvnXASS5ymmrS6osXdKu-BuGJQslPWUtoxigERAH6YYT3eTTrRQ1YO8y9_aem_9COJ-pkxJFBvrznPYSlvXA

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@Apparently Autistic :Thank you so much for listening and for your kind words about the first episode—it truly means a lot to us. We’re honored to have you along for the journey, and we hope Episode 2 resonates just as strongly. We completely understand that reaction. Hearing someone in a position of influence spew such ignorant and harmful rhetoric is infuriating, especially when it impacts people we love—and possibly ourselves. It’s part of why we started this podcast: to push back against those narratives with real voices, real experiences, and real advocacy. Wishing you clarity and support on your evaluation journey. Whether you get an official diagnosis or not, your experiences are valid, and your perspective is deeply appreciated. You’re not alone.

2 days ago

Apparently Autistic

Thank you so much for listening and for your kind words about the first episode—it truly means a lot to us. We’re honored to have you along for the journey, and we hope Episode 2 resonates just as strongly. We completely understand that reaction. Hearing someone in a position of influence spew such ignorant and harmful rhetoric is infuriating, especially when it impacts people we love—and possibly ourselves. It’s part of why we started this podcast: to push back against those narratives with real voices, real experiences, and real advocacy. Wishing you clarity and support on your evaluation journey. Whether you get an official diagnosis or not, your experiences are valid, and your perspective is deeply appreciated. You’re not alone.

3 days ago

Thank you for creating this podcast. You guys did a great job with the first episode. I’m moving on to episode two now. As the father and husband of autistic people and a possible autistic person myself (at 62 years old, I am on a waiting list for an evaluation), I was furious and nauseous after hearing his ignorant statement.

3 days ago