Free Webinar | Dad talk: fatherhood and autism

Dad talk: fatherhood and autism

This webinar puts dads at the centre of the conversation.

Three fathers, three different journeys. Host Ian Rogerson sits down with Dr James Best and Tim Pryde to share the trials, tribulations and triumphs of raising an autistic child, in their own words.

Together, they cover what shifts after diagnosis, what they wish they had known earlier, how to build connection with your child, and how to navigate the harder days while supporting your partner and family. Expect real stories, practical reflections, and the humour that comes with fatherhood too.

This webinar is for fathers at any stage of their journey, for families who want to understand a dad's perspective, and for the clinicians and educators who work alongside them.

Webinar details

When: Wednesday 9 September 2026, 12pm AEST
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free
Q&A: Yes, live session included, so have your questions ready
Recording: Available to all registered attendees

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Register now to attend or for the recording

Meet the speakers

Tim Pryde

Tim Pryde is a father and advocate for individuals with profound autism, driven by his lived experience raising his son. Together with his wife Emily, he brings a direct and pragmatic voice to advocacy, focused on ensuring this often-overlooked group is recognised and supported. Tim balances professional responsibilities with the realities of family life, offering a grounded perspective on the challenges faced by families of people with high support needs.

Dr James Best

Dr James Best is an award-winning GP with more than 25 years' experience in child development, behaviour, parenting and disability. His journey into autism advocacy began personally when his youngest son, Sam, was diagnosed in 2004.  In 2017, James published Sam's Best Shot, the story of a six-month journey through Africa with Sam to build life skills, later featured on ABC's Australian Story. He chairs the RACGP Child and Young Person's Health Specific Interests network and is widely published on child health. James now practises on the NSW south coast, combining professional expertise with lived experience to improve outcomes for children and families.

Ian Rogerson

Ian Rogerson is an Australian radio broadcaster who achieved major success across radio and TV—most notably as half of the comedy duo Jono and Dano and as co-host of Triple J's #1 drive-time show Hard Coffee. He also has an autistic son.

Proudly supported by

This webinar is proudly supported by Autism Aspergers Advocacy Australia (A4), a national, volunteer-led organisation representing autistic people, their families, carers and associates.