Author Archives: Danny Whitty

The Ocean & Us Ep2: Hero of Malaysia’s Marine Mammals

We talked with wonder woman Dr. Louisa Ponnampalam about her inspiring work to study and conserve Malaysia’s marine mammals, the underdogs that are Indo-Pacific finless porpoises, the need to share knowledge with all, and how she manages to do it all! Learn about her team’s work here and on Facebook!

The Ocean & Us Ep 1: Welcome to Our Journey!

Hi Friends! Welcome to the Ocean and Us Podcast! I am Danny Whitty, a minimally-speaking autistic and apraxic human and ocean enthusiast. With my marine conservation researcher sister Tara, I am using my newly found voice to share the wonder of the ocean and how inclusion is important in enjoying and saving it! Here isContinue reading “The Ocean & Us Ep 1: Welcome to Our Journey!”

State of Disunion

Dear Friends, I am so distraught over how many voted for hateful and unethical and greedy forces. It is so painful to my autistic soul. I have been so dysregulated over this, it feels like I am losing my mind. I know it is not a surprise to the long-marginalized. But it is still heart-wrenching.Continue reading “State of Disunion”

Vote!

Tomorrow is Election Day here in the US! It is a little late to share this, but I had a rough few weeks. So here it is, the Spellers and Allies Advocacy Network’s voting blog! Here is my main quote: “The upcoming election represents more than a partisan battle. It is about human rights andContinue reading “Vote!”

Words worth a listen: SpellX Nov7!

Hi friends! I encourage you to join this exciting event! It features nonspeakers like me sharing our voices. It will be fun, inspiring, and enlightening! My peers and I are excited to wow you! My presentation is on friendship! Many friends collaborated with me, including Noah in the photo. I am so proud of theContinue reading “Words worth a listen: SpellX Nov7!”

Peace and Poetry 2 of 2

Hi again friends! Here are two more of my peace poems and my blurb about peace! Please scroll to see all of the featured works! I am Danny Kentaro Whitty. I am full of hopes and visions for a more just and peaceful world. As a minimally- and unreliably-speaking autistic, I share these hopes andContinue reading “Peace and Poetry 2 of 2”

Peace and Poetry 1 of 2

Hi Friends! One of my poems is shared in this series by Art of Autism on peace! Also a quote (with my middle name misspelled) on what autistics can say about peace. Please take a look at all the featured works and then scroll down to see my poem! Sirens to symphony by Danny WhittySoundsContinue reading “Peace and Poetry 1 of 2”

Falling to fall Quinoa Salad

This simple dish is a symbol of the transition to fall from summer. It can be a side or main dish. I recommend more spices and salt, but I like strong flavors. It was so tasty and cozy! Can be enjoyed warm or chilled. Ingredients Salad: Quinoa cooked 1 cupSweet potato 1 1/2 cups dicedContinue reading “Falling to fall Quinoa Salad”

Spellebrity Interview!

Thanks to my amazing community, I was selected as the Four-Star Spellebrity for I-ASC’s Spelltember! This is a wonderful honor that I truly appreciate. I was interviewed by my hero Elizabeth Vosseller about my views on communication and inspiration. The interview is posted here. Below is an excerpt: “I find so much inspiration from soContinue reading “Spellebrity Interview!”