DIOTALK Episode #139: A Deep Dive into Ali Carbone’s Powerful Memoir.
DIOTALK EPISODE #139 WITH Author, Ali Carbone’s.
In this powerful episode of DIOTALK, we sit down with the incredibly talented Ali Carbone, author of one of the most affecting books ever written, What Are You Looking At? Ali’s heartfelt memoir takes us on an emotional journey through her childhood, growing up with three autistic brothers. With raw honesty, she revisits her past, recreating vivid memories, and sharing her side of the story—a side that many struggle to discuss.
Ali’s courage and determination allow her to open up in a way that few can, giving voice to an experience that is often overlooked. This episode is an opportunity to hear her inspiring journey firsthand as she bravely shares her personal story with the world.
Don’t miss this moving conversation—tune in now!
More About Ali Carbone
- Follow on Instagram: [@aliicarbone](https://instagram.com/aliicarbone?igshid=MzMyNGUyNmU2YQ==)
- Email: [ali@nailsonakeyboard.com](mailto:ali@nailsonakeyboard.com)
- Purchase What Are You Looking At?: [Amazon Link](https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0C1JFQWDS/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?ie=UTF8&qid=1681157910&sr=1-4&fbclid=PAAaYPbf3FXzH1cv5ePX4stpM0onMf5COf9pW29iUeatV9VWyahHS3BRVIiNk)
Book Overview:
“I always saw my family’s situation as a strength—was grateful for it even. Like I wouldn’t be me without them; and I wouldn’t be. I thought I survived, unscathed, growing up in our home. Like yeah, my house was crazy, but I thought that made me stronger. Like our family’s dynamic gave me some type of advantage. Until I left.”
What Are You Looking At? is a story about digging—almost too deep—to dig yourself out. It explores what happens when you’re left with no coping skills and a sense of emptiness that takes over your entire perspective. It’s about finding who you really are when your identity has always been tied to trauma.
Ali shares moments from public fights over ignorant stares to dramatic breakups, distractions that turned into drug use, and ultimately, the effort it takes to heal. What Are You Looking At? is about rewiring your brain and finding freedom from feeling left behind.
Praise for What Are You Looking At?
"Ali's words, at times beyond raw and powerfully real, peel back all the layers of complexity in growing up with so much of your identity defined by your circumstances. She brings you along on every twist and turn of her journey through life with three autistic brothers as if you are right alongside her. *What Are You Looking At? is a story that will reach parts of your soul you didn't even know could be reached."
— Ilana Weinstein, Author of When I Became Light
"In what feels like a therapy session in itself, Ali’s trauma is beautifully transformed into a work of art that serves as a guide to help us empathize with anyone who is lonely, depressed, misunderstood, yearning for purpose, a caregiver, a friend, or a support system of any kind."
— Carolyn Rosa, Beta Reader
Listen to the Episode
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This is an episode you don’t want to miss—Ali Carbone’s journey is one of resilience, self-discovery, and healing. Tune in and be inspired!