Episode 48: Leaky Foundations, Low Spoons, and Building Something That Lasts

<p>Matt and Erin are wrapping up Season 1 of The Autistic VOICE Project this week — and after 48 episodes, they’re talking honestly about burnout, sustainability, community, and what it takes to keep showing up as Autistic people doing work they care about.</p><p><strong>We cover:</strong></p><ul><li>Why we&#39;re taking a summer break and what autistic burnout actually looks like in real life</li><li>Energy accounting, reducing barriers, and finding ways to make daily life more sustainable</li><li>The difference between stopping completely and intentionally cutting back before burnout gets worse</li><li>Why asking for help can be part of healthy community care</li><li>Building a podcast without burning ourselves out financially, emotionally, or physically</li><li>Ideas for Patreon, merch, sponsors, and ways listeners can help support the future of the show</li><li>Upcoming plans for Season 2, including new guests from the Autistic community, artists, and creators</li></ul><p><strong>Also</strong>: leaking foundation walls, Prius appreciation, shampoo-bodywash-conditioner &quot;all-in-one goo,&quot; PBS pledge drive energy, dethroning Joe Rogan, Dan Aykroyd&#39;s elusive guest appearance, Star Wars memes, Godzilla sponsorship dreams, and Bob from Topeka.</p><p>We&#39;re taking the summer to rest, regroup, and build something more sustainable behind the scenes. Thank you for listening, sharing, and being part of this community.</p><p>We&#39;ll see you in August.</p>