# Part 2 of 3 Series - Assisted Communication with Non-speakers What the Naysayers Get Wrong and The Damage They Cause, with David Kaufer

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Podcast: [Uniquely Human: The Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/uniquely-human-the-podcast-1368945)
Published: 2026-03-13T13:00:00+00:00
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Barry  and his guest  David Kaufer  engage in a “no holds barred” critique of the small group of naysayers who have challenged the rights of non-and minimally, speaking people to have access to their preferred and most effective modes of communication. David shares his knowledge from two perspectives, a dad whose teenage son has experienced success with assisted communication, and as an author and advocate for autistic individuals who has a sharp eye for calling out the misinformation and hypocrisy of those who challenge the lived experience of countless non-speakers, family members and professionals. As  part 2 of this three-part series , we also specify how evidence-based practice has been misrepresented by the naysayers. Learn more on our website Check out the episodes on this special series See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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