In 2017 Holly’s husband Ross (who was also neurodivergent) died of brain cancer. Since becoming a widowed single Mum at just 32 Holly has worked tirelessly to help people to feel ‘more happy and less crappy’ using her brand The Happy Me project. She works hard to breakdown any stigma around autism and ADHD (her oldest daughter is autistic and she has ADHD) & tries to create an inclusive and accessible space in all that she does. 00:00 Intro 01:27 Your early memories of feeling different 09:4...
Feb 20, 2024•1 hr 27 min
In this weeks bitesize clip, Ellie Middleton explains her experience of dating as an unmasked autistic ADHDer. She also bravely shares her experience with rejection. Listen to full episode on Apple Podcasts 👉 https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/adhd-chatter/id1677158558?i=1000630751123 Listen to full episode on Spotify 👉 https://open.spotify.com/episode/6Zdc4XkAiBeDiVgsuSrCoZ?si=1c86951d37994ab8 Watch full episode on Youtube 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z1zMGz9Xq18&t=1556s Hosted o...
Feb 16, 2024•9 min
Alice Lovegood is a sex educator and OnlyFans sensation with over 500k followers. She earns over $60,000 per/month teaching others how to have more focussed sex. In this episode, we discuss tips for the ADHD community. Topics: 01:58 Why did you become a sex educator? 06:47 Tips to stay focussed 08:04 Tantric, BDSM and Kink explained 18:52 Tips on how to reach orgasm 22:04 ADHD and sex drive 24:37 Polyamory explained 43:42 How RSD affects ADHD sex 46:41 Toys 55:40 ADHD in the sex industry 01:02:5...
Feb 13, 2024•1 hr 6 min
In this bitesize clip, Sarah Templeton explains what you SHOULDN'T say to an ADHD kid. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 09, 2024•10 min
This week I spoke to the founder of the productivity app, Tiimo, Helene Lassen Nørlem. In this episode you will learn: 👉 How the Reverse Pomodoro Technique will increase your focus 👉 What is 'time blocking' and how it can help people with ADHD 👉 The power of Asynchronous working 👉 How people with ADHD can finish tasks Check our the Tiimo app here 👉 https://tiimo.onelink.me/w6CP/ADHDChatterTiimo #ad Topics: 00:00 Intro 03:45 Why did you create the Tiimo app 07:09 The story of how your co-fou...
Feb 05, 2024•48 min
In this bitesize clip, Joseph Pack explains why ADHD shouldn't be labelled as a disorder. He also explains how you can find your ADHD strenghs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 02, 2024•5 min
Today we’re speaking to Dr Alex George, some might know him from the popular Reality TV show Love Island, but today he’s got his Doctor’s hat on to speak about his ADHD diagnosis and how best to harness it. So here’s how to own your differences, some clever life hacks to help self-motivate and the reason you’d NEVER guess as to why he chose a hairdryer as his ADHD item. Topics: 00:00 Intro 03:39 What have you learnt about ADHD since diagnosis 06:24 Feeling different 14:27 Tips to manage anxiety ...
Jan 30, 2024•1 hr 22 min
In this bitesize clip, Dr Samantha Hiew, PhD, explains how unprocessed childhood TRAUMA is effecting your relationships. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 28, 2024•6 min
In this bitesize clip, Roxanne (ADHD Love) shares the moment she revealed her ADHD diagnosis to her family. Roxanne Emery & Richard Pink create videos showcasing various aspects of ADHD. Their content empowers people to remove shame as well as being a resource for the neurodivergent community to educate their loved ones on the nuanced reality of living with ADHD. For Rich and Rox, life before social media stardom was painful. Listen as they take us on their journey through struggles, self-un...
Jan 26, 2024•4 min
Dr Samantha Hiew is the Founder of ADHD Girls and a neurodiversity and ADHD expert. In this episode, Samantha explains how you can manage RSD in your personal and romantic life. Topics: 00:00 A description of RSD / What is RSD? 01:30 Where does RSD come from? 04:45 Is RSD more common in ADHDers 06:55 Can RSD cause physical pain 11:20 Tips to manage RSD 17:56 RSD in relationships 27:22 How Menstruation/Testosterone cycle affects RSD 31:52 How alcohol affects RSD 34:14 How to differentiate between...
Jan 22, 2024•44 min
Gizzi Erskine is an internationally celebrated chef, broadcaster, podcast presenter and award-winning food writer. We discussed: 00:00 Your relationship better ADHD and Youtube 04:38 Feeling different 11:55 Your relationship with rejection 14:29 Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) + relationships 19:03 Therapy and other strategies 37:43 Masking 59:24 Washing machine of woes Find Gizzi on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/gizzierskine/?hl=en-gb Support ADHD Chatter: LinkedIn 👉 https://bit.l...
Jan 15, 2024•1 hr 4 min
Brooke Schnittman MA, PCC, BCC is an esteemed expert in the field of ADHD management and support, renowned for her unwavering dedication to empowering individuals with ADHD to overcome challenges and achieve their full potential. Brooke's personal journey, being diagnosed with ADHD later in life and marrying into a family of ADHDers, has provided her with profound insight and empathy for her clients. In 2002, she embarked on her mission to make a positive impact in the lives of individuals with...
Jan 08, 2024•56 min
George King climbed Europe's tallest building, The Shard, without ropes or suction pads. He attributes a lot of his success to his ADHD. He's finally ready to talk about it. Topics: 00:00 Intro + Why do you like risky behaviour? 06:57 Your ADHD diagnosis story 10:39 Your purpose 3,000 years ago 13:30 Your stint in prison 15:05 Was your ADHD accepted within your family 17:43 Unhealthy dopamine + 'all or nothing' thinking 19:03 ADHD positives 22:35 The night before a big climb 23:58 Do you fear de...
Jan 01, 2024•58 min
Kirsti Hadley is the founder of Generation Alphabet – a space for people who want to learn about and celebrate neurodiversity. She’s also the mother of 12-year-old Sonny, who was diagnosed with autism with ADHD and OCD in 2021. Around the same time, Kirsti was also diagnosed with ADHD/autism and dyscalculia. Here, we sat down with her to talk more about her and Sonny’s journey to diagnosis, what it’s meant for their family and how it’s changed her perspective on neurodiversity for the better. To...
Dec 26, 2023•40 min
Holly Morris is a social media superstar with over 7 trillion followers on TikTok! Today, she's ready to talk about her ADHD journey. She explains how she always felt different, how she used to mask and how ADHD shows up in her relationship. Topics: 00:00 Intro and early memories of feeling different 02:25 Your school reports 04:00 Friendships and masking 07:40 When did you receive you ADHD diagnosis? 14:39 Did your parents understand ADHD? 15:38 How would you describe living with ADHD? 25:04 Wa...
Dec 18, 2023•1 hr 4 min
Shareefa J tells her fascinating story explaining how receiving an ADHD diagnosis changed her life. She grieved the life that could have been, but is grateful for finally getting an explanation for her struggles. She shares what she's learnt, and the coping strategies she's since put in place. This episode is dedicated to anyone who received a late life diagnosis ❤️ Topics: 00:00 Intro and the Shareefa's chaotic life before diagnosis 05:39 Shareefa's relationship with 'masking' 10:27 When she kn...
Dec 11, 2023•55 min
When Brandon Scott was a boy, he was relentlessly bullied for being different. Now, as a man, he's turned his adversity into his biggest strength. This is truly inspiring, and is a MUST WATCH for anyone who has ever felt different. Topics: 00:00 Intro + early memories of feeling different 06:49 Your relationship with your parents 09:14 The funny 'tic' story 10:42 When did you know you had ADHD? 12:53 Why eye contact feels weird 17:39 Your ADHD item (adults magazine) 22:53 How ADHD benefits your ...
Dec 04, 2023•51 min
Have you been struggling with poor sleep, relentless stress, crippling or increasing anxiety, panic attacks? You may be breathing incorrectly. Jane Tarrant is a certified breathing coach. Listen as Jane explains the common breathing mistakes people make, and be amazed at how simple the solution is. Topics: 00:00 If someone wants to breathe correctly, where should their tongue be? 02:15 How many people breathe incorrectly 05:00 What are the most common breathing mistakes? 07:32 How does someone r...
Nov 27, 2023•1 hr 1 min
MARVIN HERBERT is an autistic and ADHD ex-gangster who once worked with some of Europe's most dangerous figures. Warning: This episode contains content you may find distressing. But after being shot and losing an eye, Herbert decided to leave the criminal life behind him. Marvin regularly presents in schools and prisons where he aims to inspire the youth and adults alike to be the best they can be. Topics: 00:00 Violence in your childhood 5:00 The tragic loss of your son 08:17 Getting shot in th...
Nov 21, 2023•44 min
Jannine Perryman, MA PGCE, is the Founder of ADHD WISE and CEO of Neurodiversity Networks CIC. Jannine considers that it is everyone's right to thrive and that whilst being neurologically diverse can be a barrier to achieving your potential, most things remain possible with the right support. Topics: 00:00 Intro and Jannine's personal diagnosis story 05:05 How did you find the assessment process? 06:46 After your diagnosis: how did you feel? 09:31 What would you tell your 'past self' 10:02 How A...
Nov 14, 2023•56 min
If you've got ADHD and a social media account, you'll definitely recognise my guests this week: husband and wife duo, ADHD Love! Roxanne Emery & Richard Pink create videos showcasing various aspects of ADHD. Their content empowers people to remove shame as well as being a resource for the neurodivergent community to educate their loved ones on the nuanced reality of living with ADHD. For Rich and Rox, life before social media stardom was painful. Listen as they take us on their journey throu...
Nov 06, 2023•53 min
Sarah Templeton is a passionate advocate for adolescents and adults with either unrecognised, and therefore undiagnosed, or late diagnosed ADHD. She has seen the catastrophic effects of the condition not being diagnosed early enough. Her decades volunteering and working with the homeless, serving & ex-offenders and with addicts had flagged up the disproportionately high amounts of ADHD in these groups; who have such an easily treatable condition which had been allowed to destroy their lives....
Oct 30, 2023•1 hr
Jodie Hill is a neurodivergent solicitor, ED&I consultant, coach and trainer, author, and campaigner. She's passionate about people, creating psychologically safe workplaces, and enabling everyone to be their best and truest selves. Chapters: 00:00 Intro and Jodie's diagnosis story 03:00 Did medication help? 05:18 ADHD in your early years 06:03 Experiencing a mental breakdown 09:12 How do you deal with overwhelm? 11:00 How To Ask For ADHD Accommodations At Work 13:15 ADHD accommodations for ...
Oct 23, 2023•46 min
*This episode has been produced for entertainment purposes only and is in no way meant to be taken as medical advice or advice in any way. ADHD medication works for many* Given the shortage of ADHD medication currently, it felt apt to bring on someone who could walk you through some non-pharmaceutical ways to help manage the traits of ADHD. In this episode, I'm talking to Joseph Pack who manages his ADHD drug free. The founder of many companies and now the editor of the drug free ADHD newsletter...
Oct 16, 2023•55 min
Ellie Middleton is an activist, speaker and writer committed to breaking taboos and empowering neurodivergent people to thrive in and outside of the workplace. She is the founder of (Un)masked, a community for those with neurodivergent conditions and regularly runs workshops at global corporations including Google, Budweiser and Tinder. Topics: 00:00 Intro + early memories of feeling different 07:13 The catalyst for seeking an assessment 13:10 Your diagnosis and masking 20:23 Dating as an unmask...
Oct 09, 2023•49 min
Daniel O'Reilly, otherwise known as Dapper Laughs, is a social media content creator and mental health advocate. Daniel manages the Facebook group Men And Their Emotions, and hosts the chart topping podcast called Menace To Sobriety. Topics: 00:00 Intro + your early ADHD memories 05:32 Seeing ADHD in your children 06:58 ADHD parenting 12:40 How ADHD impacts your marriage 14:53 Creativity and Hyper-focus 17:32 How to manage Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria 19:57 When was ADHD first mentioned to you?...
Oct 02, 2023•48 min
Dr David McLaughlan is a consultant psychiatrist with almost a decade of experience working in mental health. Dr McLaughlan graduated from The University of Dundee Medical School in 2009 and was the winner of The John Blair Trust Prize and American Graduates Prize in Pathology. During his undergraduate, he also awarded an additional intercalated degree in Neuroscience. Topics: 00:00 Intro + What Is ADHD? 01:57 What causes ADHD? 03:23 Does ADHD present differently in woman? 05:01 The different ty...
Sep 25, 2023•53 min
*Trigger warning. This episode contains references to suicide* Leanne’s an expert in all things ADHD. After being diagnosed at 25, she wrote ADHD: an A to Z, trained companies such as Microsoft & became an ADHD Coach. She’s the founder of ADHD Works, offering a range of tailored packages to make ADHD work at work for you. Topics: 00:00 Intro and early ADHD memories 08:04 Tips to manage imposter syndrome 13:43 Diagnosis story 28:00 ADHD Coaching + your book 'ADHD An A to Z' 31:00 Neur...
Sep 18, 2023•57 min
London born singer, Kara Marni, has been a name consistently tipped for superstardom by fans, critics and fellow artists alike. In the summer of 2023, Kara released her single entitled 'ADHD' which instantly catapulted her into a household name within the ADHD community. Topics: 00:00 Intro and Earliest ADHD memories 11:37 How ADHD enabled your music career 17:30 What is the cost of success? 21:32 RSD and why you wrote the song. 31:40 How you manage burnout 39:15 Audience questionsListen...
Sep 11, 2023•46 min
Are people with ADHD more prone to addiction? This week, I chat to Matt Gupwell, who is a Neurodivergent professional, as well as having lots of personal experience with ADHD and addiction. Follow Matt On LinkedIn 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattgupwell/Follow Matt on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/thinkneurodiversity/Support ADHD Chatter:LinkedIn 👉 https://bit.ly/3m1qm8QInstagram 👉 https://bit.ly/3KuNXIrTikTok 👉 https://bit.ly/3ZxZNGdThis episode has been produced for entertainmen...
Sep 04, 2023•57 min
