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Austin Varco on being an autistic racecar driver

Adulting on the Spectrum with Austin Varco

Hosts, Andrew Komarow and Eileen Lamb, speak with Austin Varco. Austin is a 23-year-old racecar driver from San Diego, CA. When he was diagnosed with level 1 autism at age 20, his purpose realigned to learning and understanding himself and acting as a bridge for others' understanding of autism. He's using his racing career as a platform to educate and advocate for those who may not have a voice but have things to say. Austin loves snowboarding, surfing, and being one with nature. Read a transcript of this episode.

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