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Why Can't I Just Enjoy Things?
- A Comedian's Guide to Autism
- Narrated by: Pierre Novellie
- Length: 10 hrs and 28 mins
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Publisher's Summary
'Like a Martian's guide to living on Earth. Funny, enlightening and gobsmacking' Frank Skinner
'A hilarious, crystal-clear guide to autism' Phil Wang
Why were the other kids at school obsessed with Britney Spears instead of The Goon Show?
Why don't people ever say what they mean?
And... Why is everyone chewing so loudly?
Comedian Pierre Novellie was on stage when a heckler suggested he was autistic. Usually, this disruption would be water off a duck's back but two things made this heckler different: first, he was himself autistic. Second, he turned out to be absolutely right.
This random encounter led to a diagnosis of autism at the age of 31 that unravelled his world, explained his struggles and answered questions that had bothered him for his entire life.
At once a hilarious and insightful journey through autism and neurodivergence, an entertaining explainer for the uninitiated and observational comedy for the neurodiverse, this is the perfect read for anyone who has ever asked themselves: why can't I just enjoy things?
The audiobook includes an exclusive Q&A with comedian and BudPod co-host, Phil Wang.
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- Anonymous User
- 24-09-2024
Humorous and heart warming!
I chose this as a comedy fan and neurotypical healthcare worker, and I absolutely loved it. Pierre’s humour and honesty make this such a fascinating listen for someone who likes his comedy but also wants to understand the neurodivergent mind better. It’s eye-opening but overwhelmingly positive, and it was such a joy to listen to!
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- Anonymous User
- 11-10-2024
The clearest explanation of autism I have ever heard (and I’m autistic, I’ve read a LOT)
Please, if you are autistic, or not autistic, read or listen to this book. You will learn what it’s like to live with a brain that is different. I want to live in Pierre’s world, where autistic people are just people and adjustments are part of life. Go. Get it. Read it.
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