The Spectrum of Autism: A Conversation with Ayanna Davis Ayanna Sanaa Davis, an artist and autism advocate, shares her journey and insights on autism, particularly focusing on the experiences of Black autistic women and children. She discusses the misconceptions surrounding autism in the Black community, the importance of representation, and her book 'I Am Artistic, and I Am Phenomenal,' which aims to empower young Black girls with autism. Ayanna emphasizes the need for understanding and acceptance of neurodiversity, highlighting the unique challenges and joys that come with being autistic.

In this engaging conversation, host Alice Maria speaks with poet Andrene Bonner about her book 'Women in the Wind,' which celebrates the contributions of remarkable women throughout history. Andrene shares her journey as a poet, the inspiration behind her work, and the importance of documenting women's stories that have often been overlooked. The discussion highlights various influential women, including Rihanna, Winnie Mandela, Amanda Gorman, and Beverly Manley, showcasing their impact and significance. Andrene emphasizes the themes of gratitude, empowerment, and the need to reclaim women's narratives in literature and society.

Author Jennifer Witter discusses her background and the founding of the Borland Group, a public relations agency that focuses on minority-owned and women-led organizations. She emphasizes the importance of personal branding and shares practical advice from her book, *The Little Book of Big PR.* The conversation explores the differences between public relations and advertising, as well as the effects of implicit bias. Witter stresses the necessity of addressing biases and building connections. She also encourages authors to take an active role in promoting their work. The discussion concludes with the importance of giving back and actionable steps for achieving success.

(Quoted for Tedtalk) Jennefer is an in-demand speaker on implicit bias, gender-based communication styles, personal branding, social media and public relations topics. The Pentagon, The Brookings Institution, PA Conference for Women, Brown Brothers Harriman and Columbia University are among the many prestigious venues where she has presented. Jennefer is also an instructor at NYC’s 92Y. She is an experienced chief executive officer (The Boreland Group) with a demonstrated history of providing results via creative PR programs. Jennefer is the author of “The Little Book of Big PR: 100+ Quick Tips to Get Your Small Business Noticed” (HarperCollins).