How the Beatles helped my autistic son find his voice – Today in Focus

How the Beatles helped my autistic son find his voice – Today in Focus

Politics Weekly UK · 2025-04-21
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John Harris speaks to the Today in Focus podcast about how music helped him connect with his autistic son, James. He tells Helen Pidd what he’s learned about the way some autistic people experience music, and how songs opened up the world for James. Plus, they discuss the challenges and stereotypes autistic people still face.. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

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