Episode 205 — Your FACE Can Inspire More SPEECH
Guest: Niall MacMillan • Date: May 23, 2024
Episode Overview
This week's guest, Niall MacMillan, a social media star with millions of followers, known for his non-verbal character on TikTok and Instagram, discusses his unique bond with his non-verbal autistic son, Ellison, highlighting the power of non-verbal communication.
About Niall MacMillan
Niall Macmillan is a dad of three children and one of social media’s most popular content creators, with 8.5 million followers across TikTok and Instagram. Niall has become Gen Z’s answer to Mr Bean thanks to his ‘Awkward’ social media character. Niall lives in the UK with his wife and three children and works a 9-5 job as well as creating his hilarious social media content, which has seen him work with the likes of Amazon, Sony, Universal, and the BBC.
Niall MacMillan on TikTok (@niallmacmillan)
Niall MacMillan on Instagram (@niallmacmillan)
You’ll Discover
One Dad’s Perspective On The World of Autism (4:54)
The Birth of a Viral Social Media Sensation (12:24)
How To Supercharge Your Words (18:41)
How Timers Can Help With Transitions (21:09)
The Freedom Of Not Caring About What Others Think (25:11)
The Facial Expression That DOESN’T Work (28:40)
How To Work Your Way Into Your Child’s World (31:15)
Practical Tips for Using Facial Expression (35:40)
Where To See Facial Expression In Action (41:58)
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