Spectrum in Camouflage

Spectrum in Camouflage

A podcast about navigating life raising a child with autism and the hunt for answers.

Recent Episodes

With Kailee: The Busiest Weekend of the Year
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July 10, 2026

With Kailee: The Busiest Weekend of the Year

Hey, What's Up! It's Tommy. I hope you're having a great week! This episode is a little different because Kailee joins me to look back on one of the busiest and most emotional weekends of our year. We talk about our hometown festival, our annual 5K for Autism, raising a child with profound autism, and learning to let go of unrealistic expectations. If you've ever felt like your family's life doesn't look like everyone else's, this conversation is for you. We share what we've learned about findin
Independence Day Reflections, Family, and Finding Hope
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July 3, 2026

Independence Day Reflections, Family, and Finding Hope

Hey, What's Up! It's Tommy. Happy Independence Day! I hope you and your family have an incredible Fourth of July weekend. This week, I'm sharing a little bit of what's happening in our world as our hometown Fireman's Festival kicks off. Serving our community has always filled me with purpose, and it's a reminder that investing in the next generation matters. More importantly, I want to share some exciting progress we're seeing with Wyatt. For years, sleep has been one of our biggest challenges.
The Hidden Power of Gratitude
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June 26, 2026

The Hidden Power of Gratitude

Hey, What's Up! It's Tommy. Happy Friday! I hope you've had an incredible week. Around here, summer is flying by. Between getting ready for our hometown Fireman's Festival, planning our Autism 5K, and spending time with family, life has been full. It reminded me how important community really is and how much serving others fills our hearts. This week, I watched a video by Dr. Johnny Miles that shared 10 fascinating facts about the human body and brain. Some of the points challenged the way I thi
The Power of WHY?
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June 18, 2026

The Power of WHY?

Hey, What's Up! It's Tommy. This week, Kailee joins me again for a conversation about one of the hardest questions parents ask themselves: "Why?" Why our child? Why our family? Why does life sometimes feel so unfair? As parents raising a child with profound needs, we know firsthand how easy it is to get stuck in the endless cycle of asking questions that may never have answers. We also know how damaging those questions can become when they pull us toward frustration, resentment, and hopelessness
With Kailee: ... And The Real Cause Was Stress
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June 12, 2026

With Kailee: ... And The Real Cause Was Stress

Hey, What's Up! It's Tommy. Today, Kailee is back on the podcast, and we're catching up on everything that's been happening in our lives over the past several weeks. From birthdays and family time to health journeys, stress management, journaling, and raising a child on the autism spectrum, this conversation is honest, relatable, and packed with lessons we've been learning in real time. One thing we've both realized is that sometimes the biggest challenges aren't physical. Sometimes the hardest
5 Things I Would Tell Myself 10 Years Ago
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June 5, 2026

5 Things I Would Tell Myself 10 Years Ago

Hey, What's Up! It's Tommy. Thank you for spending a little time with me today. This episode is a personal reflection on parenting, mental health, autism, faith, and the lessons I've learned over the last 11 years raising my son Wyatt. When I started Spectrum in Camouflage, my goal was simple. I wanted to spread autism awareness and support families who were walking a similar path. I never imagined the podcast would continue growing into a place where parents, caregivers, and families could find