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Thursday Aug 17, 2023
Thursday Aug 17, 2023
*THROWBACK EPISODE*
This conversation with Timothy Boykin was originally released on June 25, 2020. Follow him on Instagram @blackinfinityking to check out his advocacy videos!
Discover what’s possible when the shadow of stereotypes is illuminated by humor and art.
Timothy Boykin is an autism self-advocate, author, singer, and influencer. With almost 40K followers on TikTok, Tim uses his platform to promote autism acceptance and bring attention to racial inequality.
In today’s conversation, we discuss:
- What it was like for Tim to learn about his diagnosis
- How he dealt with bullies throughout school
- Why he wants to shine a positive light on autism
- Strategies Tim’s mother taught him to stay safe during encounters with police officers
- Experiences in which Tim felt he was discriminated against because of his race
Resources:
Depression and Anxiety by Race
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