<![CDATA[Bacon and Juiceboxes]]>We woke up one day and realized… we’re more than 20 years deep into this wild, beautiful ride.

We’ve laughed, cried, struggled, grown, and collected a whole lot of hard-earned wisdom and real-life inspiration along the way.

Inspired by the incredible families we’ve met around the world walking a similar path, we’re launching a brand-new podcast built for real talk, real life, and real hope.

No fluff.

No perfect filters.

No scripts.

Just honest conversations, practical encouragement, and stories that remind you: you’re not alone, and the path you never expected can become more meaningful than you ever imagined.

]]>www.facebook.com/baconandjuiceboxesRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Mon, 25 May 2026 15:00:40 GMTWed, 13 May 2026 16:44:13 GMT60The Bacons<p>We woke up one day and realized… we’re more than 20 years deep into this wild, beautiful ride.</p><p>We’ve laughed, cried, struggled, grown, and collected a whole lot of hard-earned wisdom and real-life inspiration along the way.</p><p>Inspired by the incredible families we’ve met around the world walking a similar path, we’re launching a brand-new podcast built for real talk, real life, and real hope.</p><p>No fluff.</p><p>No perfect filters.</p><p>No scripts.</p><p>Just honest conversations, practical encouragement, and stories that remind you: you’re not alone, and the path you never expected can become more meaningful than you ever imagined.</p>episodicThe Baconsturning@verizon.netno<![CDATA[Episode 0: Welcome!]]>The Bacons share their personal journey of raising a child with autism, building a supportive community, and navigating the challenges and joys of family life. They emphasize the importance of feeling understood and less alone in their journey.

Takeaways

  • Building a supportive community is essential for families raising children with special needs.
  • Sharing personal experiences can make others feel less alone and more understood.

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction and Family Background
]]>b0d98d58-3454-413b-9331-08b9a4cd39eaMon, 18 May 2026 09:49:53 GMT<p>The Bacons share their personal journey of raising a child with autism, building a supportive community, and navigating the challenges and joys of family life. They emphasize the importance of feeling understood and less alone in their journey.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Building a supportive community is essential for families raising children with special needs.</li><li>Sharing personal experiences can make others feel less alone and more understood.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction and Family Background</li></ul>no00:03:43Episode 0: Welcome!trailer<![CDATA[The Early Days: Finding Balance After D(iagnosis)-Day]]>The Bacons podcast episode delves into the early signs of autism and the emotional journey of diagnosis. It covers the introduction and setting the stage, early signs of autism, the diagnosis journey, and the emotional impact and reflection of the diagnosis. The episode provides a raw and honest portrayal of the family's experience with autism, offering insights into the challenges and emotional complexities of the journey.

Takeaways

  • Early signs of autism
  • Emotional journey of diagnosis

Chapters

  • 00:00 Emotional Impact and Reflection
]]>9990666c-38f8-4fff-9cab-c010d4d8e501Sat, 16 May 2026 13:22:28 GMT<p>The Bacons podcast episode delves into the early signs of autism and the emotional journey of diagnosis. It covers the introduction and setting the stage, early signs of autism, the diagnosis journey, and the emotional impact and reflection of the diagnosis. The episode provides a raw and honest portrayal of the family's experience with autism, offering insights into the challenges and emotional complexities of the journey.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Early signs of autism</li><li>Emotional journey of diagnosis</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Emotional Impact and Reflection</li></ul>no00:26:262The Early Days: Finding Balance After D(iagnosis)-Dayfull<![CDATA[Excited for the Future: Where We Are Today]]>The Bacons reflect on their journey, overcoming fears and anxiety, evolving concerns and aspirations, challenges of social interaction, differing perspectives on friendship, navigating social situations, reevaluating success and perspective, personal growth and wisdom, appreciating tiny victories, and continual growth and hope.

Takeaways

  • Growth and Progress
  • Reframing Success

Chapters

  • 00:00 Continual Growth and Hope
]]>d6b6af29-2bdb-4716-88e6-365894e8ddc4Sat, 16 May 2026 13:18:06 GMT<p>The Bacons reflect on their journey, overcoming fears and anxiety, evolving concerns and aspirations, challenges of social interaction, differing perspectives on friendship, navigating social situations, reevaluating success and perspective, personal growth and wisdom, appreciating tiny victories, and continual growth and hope.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Growth and Progress</li><li>Reframing Success</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Continual Growth and Hope</li></ul>no00:30:233Excited for the Future: Where We Are Todayfull<![CDATA[Finding Our People: The Evolution of Bacon and Juiceboxes]]>The Bacons discuss the evolution of their platform, the impact of sharing personal experiences, the power of community support, challenges of social media exposure, and the importance of embracing the community.

Takeaways

  • The power of community support and validation
  • Challenges and benefits of social media exposure

Chapters

  • 00:00 The Evolution of Bacon and Juice Boxes
  • 06:44 Impact on Family and Relationships
  • 16:34 Authenticity and Realness
  • 25:02 The Power of Community Advocacy
]]>d108d9d4-7853-497a-9df5-6ccba549d4caSat, 16 May 2026 13:05:28 GMT<p>The Bacons discuss the evolution of their platform, the impact of sharing personal experiences, the power of community support, challenges of social media exposure, and the importance of embracing the community.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>The power of community support and validation</li><li>Challenges and benefits of social media exposure</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Evolution of Bacon and Juice Boxes</li><li>06:44 Impact on Family and Relationships</li><li>16:34 Authenticity and Realness</li><li>25:02 The Power of Community Advocacy</li></ul>no00:29:231Finding Our People: The Evolution of Bacon and Juiceboxesfull<![CDATA[The Autism Sibling Experience: A Conversation with "Sister Bacon"]]>The conversation delves into the unique experiences and perspectives of siblings growing up with a special needs individual. It explores the dynamics of family support, emotional impact, and future outlook, highlighting the adaptability and resilience of siblings in navigating these challenges.

Takeaways

  • Siblings of individuals with special needs have unique experiences and perspectives.
  • Family support and understanding play a crucial role in the sibling dynamic.
  • Adaptability and resilience are key qualities in navigating the challenges of growing up with a sibling with special needs.

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction and Family Dynamic
  • 06:05 Sibling Support and Family Dynamics
  • 11:54 Sibling Relationships and Emotional Impact
  • 18:04 Sibling Relationships and Future Outlook
  • 24:09 Sibling Relationships and Personal Growth
  • 30:09 Sibling Advocacy and Adaptability
  • 35:51 Sibling Communication and Future Outlook
]]>c45803b8-c33c-4dc3-adf4-9981c9223880Sat, 16 May 2026 12:59:35 GMT<p>The conversation delves into the unique experiences and perspectives of siblings growing up with a special needs individual. It explores the dynamics of family support, emotional impact, and future outlook, highlighting the adaptability and resilience of siblings in navigating these challenges.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Siblings of individuals with special needs have unique experiences and perspectives.</li><li>Family support and understanding play a crucial role in the sibling dynamic.</li><li>Adaptability and resilience are key qualities in navigating the challenges of growing up with a sibling with special needs.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction and Family Dynamic</li><li>06:05 Sibling Support and Family Dynamics</li><li>11:54 Sibling Relationships and Emotional Impact</li><li>18:04 Sibling Relationships and Future Outlook</li><li>24:09 Sibling Relationships and Personal Growth</li><li>30:09 Sibling Advocacy and Adaptability</li><li>35:51 Sibling Communication and Future Outlook</li></ul>no00:51:00The Autism Sibling Experience: A Conversation with "Sister Bacon"full<![CDATA[Finding the Right Educational Environment]]>The conversation delves into the challenges and experiences of Eric's educational journey, highlighting the importance of advocacy for a child's education and the impact of finding the right educational environment. It covers early intervention, challenges in the public school system, the impact of biomedical treatments, the decision to homeschool, and the positive impact of homeschooling on Eric's growth and development.

Takeaways

  • Advocacy for your child's education
  • The importance of finding the right educational environment

Chapters

  • 00:00 Early Intervention and Special Needs Pre-K
  • 25:12 The Decision to Homeschool
]]>90eecde7-aba0-4cb8-84b8-785d05d675d7Wed, 13 May 2026 17:16:01 GMT<p>The conversation delves into the challenges and experiences of Eric's educational journey, highlighting the importance of advocacy for a child's education and the impact of finding the right educational environment. It covers early intervention, challenges in the public school system, the impact of biomedical treatments, the decision to homeschool, and the positive impact of homeschooling on Eric's growth and development.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Advocacy for your child's education</li><li>The importance of finding the right educational environment</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Early Intervention and Special Needs Pre-K</li><li>25:12 The Decision to Homeschool</li></ul>no00:33:204Finding the Right Educational Environmentfull