Stuff Asperger People Like

So we recently learned that musician Joe Walsh, famous for many musical associations including The Eagles, has Asperger’s.

In the ever expanding world of musicians coming out as Asperger, Walsh told a crowd at the Facing Addiction/NCADD gala of the difficulties of growing up with a set of traits that weren’t well known in his younger days.

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An young Asperger man has designed a set of characters for Skeezix, a brand of fidgeting toys.

Ryan Bryer responded to an ad looking for a local illustrator. While he figured he was “no way qualified enough” for the gig, he took a chance and ending up pleasing David Crorey, who’s been creating all sorts of gadgets and putting patents on them for years.

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Here’s a great video to put on your list for the weekend!

Chris Packham, British naturalist, is seen describing what his life is like as an Asperger.

His documentary, Asperger’s and Me, has been nominated for a British film award.

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English singer Gary Numan says being an Asperger has more advantages than disadvantages.

Apparently, his combination of social quirks are a good fit for his position of being in bands that have made hits since the ’80s, as he explained to a reporter who asked if he ever encountered any difficulties.

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British actor Chris Packham‘s girlfriend has given the thumbs up on this Aspie’s affectionate side.

While some Aspergers may be stereotyped for not showing affection, Charlotte Corney, who has held a long-term relationship with the Springwatch star since 2007, has nothing but great things to say.

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When one Asperger teenager decided he wanted to start a business, his rationale was that everybody uses soap.

And so launched Spencer Kelly’s Expedition Soap Co., from which 2,000 returning customers lather themselves up with bars infused with scents of pumpkin and cider from a company that specializes in all-natural and vegan products that include cleansing and body butters.

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Like many bright Asperger people, Bram Cohen ventured out into the workplace thinking he would find challenging and rewarding opportunities that matched his intellectual abilities and gave him the opportunity to interact with those smart and rational like him. Delusion #1.

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Image: Quick Silver on Surfer Village

Ladies, ladies, ladies: This special Asperger People In The News Is For You.

Clay Marzo is a good looking man in Hawaii who loves to surf and will be flashing his Malibu looks in the movie, “Just Add Water.” Funds from the DVD sales will go to Surfers Healing an organization dedicated to fighting autism. Marzo is 19 years young and only recently diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome.

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