Jacob Brogan

Jacob Brogan is a journalist covering technology, medicine and culture. He holds a PhD in English Literature from Cornell University and lives in Washington, D.C.

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Spectrum

By Jacob Brogan

19 April 2018

15 min listen

Spectrum Stories: Autism, in a manner of speaking

In this episode of “Spectrum Stories,” host Jacob Brogan explains how speech — from its rhythm to its emotional content — can differ in people with autism, making social communication difficult.

Spectrum

Spectrum Stories: Autism, in a manner of speaking

By Jacob Brogan

19 April 2018 | 15 min listen

Spectrum

By Jacob Brogan

21 March 2018

17 min listen

Spectrum Stories: Talking about autism mouse models

Scientists discuss the problems with using mice to study autism, and explain how the field might move forward.

Spectrum

Spectrum Stories: Talking about autism mouse models

By Jacob Brogan

21 March 2018 | 17 min listen

Spectrum

By Jacob Brogan

26 February 2018

17 min listen

Spectrum Stories: Camouflaging autism traits

In this episode, host Jacob Brogan explores how and why some women try to hide their autism. There are benefits to keeping the condition concealed, but this camouflaging comes with psychological costs.

Spectrum

Spectrum Stories: Camouflaging autism traits

By Jacob Brogan

26 February 2018 | 17 min listen

Spectrum

By Jacob Brogan

30 January 2018

20 min listen

Spectrum Stories: Shifting cultural views about autism abroad

In this episode, host Jacob Brogan talks to autism researchers and families with children on the spectrum in France and Ethiopia. However different the two countries may be, advocates in both places are working to overturn outdated beliefs about autism that blame parents and block access to evidence-backed services and treatment.