Charlie Pickering, a broadcaster for the ABC, has voiced his concerns regarding the appointment of Grace Tame as the host of the podcast 'Autistic AF.' He described the decision as 'problematic,' especially in light of Tame's controversial remarks made at pro-Palestinian rallies. Tame, a former Australian of the Year and advocate for sexual abuse survivors, is set to share her experiences as an autistic woman in the podcast, which aims to highlight the lives of autistic women and gender-diverse people. The Australian Jewish Association criticized the ABC's choice, questioning why a respected public broadcaster would select Tame amidst her contentious political history. Pickering, who recently took over as the host of ABC Drive, echoed similar sentiments, suggesting that many misunderstand the implications of words used in protests. The ABC has stood by its decision, asserting Tame's qualifications and commitment to discussing neurodivergent issues. Liberal communications spokesperson Sarah Henderson has called for transparency from ABC managing director Hugh Marks regarding any restrictions on Tame's podcast conduct.