Join ADH’D’er, Dr Mine Conkbayir MBE & husband, the BAFTA award winning comedy actor Paul Whitehouse (Mortimer & Whitehouse: Gone Fishing, The Fast Show, Death Of Stalin) as they explore neurodiversity with an eclectic mix of ADHDers, Autists, Dyslexics and specialists.
Given the recent ‘explosion’ in diagnoses, particularly in the world of comedy, Paul Whitehouse represents the archetypal sceptic. He’s there to challenge the very concept of ADHD. Dr Mine provides theoretical and research insights, counter arguments and her own lived experience, creating a conversational and highly accessible space to explore this much misunderstood topic.
Each episode they chat to a guest who shares their experience of being neurodivergent, whether from the point of view of being diagnosed themselves, curious about the workings of their own brain, or as as specialist in the field.
This multi award winning podcast has featured fellow ADHDer guests such as Sir Stephen Fry, Robbie Williams, Helen George, Armando Iannucci, Lee Mack, Shaparak Khorsandi, Shaun Ryder, Hannah Botterman, Goldie and many more.
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Dom Joly has spent his career making the world laugh — but has he spent his whole life accidentally thriving on anxiety, chaos, and what he cheerfully calls his "secret sauce"? In this brilliantly funny and surprisingly moving episode, Dom opens up about growing up in war-torn Lebanon, his son's possible ADHD diagnosis, his complicated relationship with the word "normal," and why his wife has been telling him to see someone for years. He came on as a question mark, but which buzzer did he end up...
Award-winning broadcaster and podcaster Shaun Keaveny joins the show for a brilliantly funny, deeply relatable conversation about late-diagnosed ADHD, radio, parenthood, and the art of appearing far more organised than you really are. Shaun reflects on discovering his own ADHD through his son's diagnosis, why life suddenly became "too many variables," and how years of masking accidentally turned him into an exceptionally charming broadcaster. As it turns out, talking for four minutes, playing a ...
In this episode, trailblazing comedian, actor, writer and endurance athlete Suzy Eddie Izzard joins the conversation. From choosing her own name as a child to embracing being gender fluid, Suzy speaks candidly about rejecting rigid labels and “dead names,” and why, for her, identity has never been fixed or simple. With humour and clarity, she explores the shifting language around gender and the importance of removing shame while acknowledging just how confusing that journey can be for others too...
This week, Mine & Paul are joined by actor, author and AuDH’D’er Kimberley Nixon. In this deeply moving episode, Kimberley reveals how postnatal OCD took over her life after the birth of her son - turning everyday moments into overwhelming, fear-driven rituals. Kimberley reflects on the fear of judgement, stigma, and misunderstanding that can prevent women from seeking help, and discusses what needs to change within healthcare and wider society. Pre order Kimberley’s book here: https://linkt...
Content warning: This episode discusses suicide, addiction and child sexual abuse. If you would like support with anything discussed in this episode, please visit our help hub for resources: https://www.imadhdnoyourenot.com/help-hub/ Joe Tracini is an award-winning comedian, Sunday Times bestselling author, and one of the most honest voices in the conversation around mental health. But this isn't a tidy recovery story. Joe sits down with Mine and Paul to talk about growing up as a child performe...
In this honest conversation, Gary Numan opens up about his childhood struggles with an undiagnosed condition, leading to expulsions and feeling "unlikable." He shares how his later Asperger's diagnosis brought clarity and how his neurodivergent family, including his wife and daughters, shape his understanding of emotional regulation and labels. Numan also delves into his unique coping mechanisms, his decision to give up flying, a memorable encounter with David Bowie, and his firm stance against AI in creative fields, emphasizing the irreplaceable value of human experience in art.
In this episode of I'm ADHD! No You’re Not, Mine & Paul sit down with 16-year-old podcaster and schoolboy Daniel Evans. Daniel isn’t talking about ADHD from a distance, he’s right in the middle of it, navigating school, friendships, expectations, and his own mind in real time. The conversation gets into what it actually feels like growing up neurodivergent today - the pressure to fit into a system that doesn’t work for you, the frustration of being misunderstood, and the constant mental nois...
She's played one of TV's most beloved midwives for over a decade - but until now, nobody knew Helen George has ADHD. In this exclusive episode, the Call the Midwife star opens up for the very first time about her diagnosis, why she waited four years to start medication, the chaos of ADHD parenting, and what it's like masking while acting in one of the world's most watched dramas. Welcome back to I’m ADHD! No You’re Not. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
In the final episode of series 4, Paul and Mine welcome the legendary Alison Moyet - the unmistakable voice behind Yazoo and one of the defining artists of the 80s alongside contemporaries like Depeche Mode - for a profoundly honest exploration of creativity, identity and neurodivergence. Alison reflects on growing up dyslexic in the 70s, feeling out of place, and discovering in later life that ADHD had been the invisible thread running through her childhood, her career, and even her early days ...
In this week’s episode, punk icon John Lydon (Johnny Rotten) joins the mayhem, bringing his razor-sharp wit, childhood stories of meningitis and memory loss, brutal nun-schooling, empathy, pain, humour, drugs, love, loss, and a lifetime of refusing to sit neatly in anyone’s box - especially not one labelled ADHD. Part interview, part therapy session, and part verbal battle, this episode shows a side of John Lydon most people have never seen: tender, reflective, philosophical, and fiercely funny ...
This episode was released early on our Patreon England prop and World Cup champion Hannah Botterman joins Mine and Paul for an honest, hilarious dive into life as a neurodivergent athlete. From growing up in a rugby family to being kicked out of college, from “van-life” painting and decorating to unexpectedly earning her England caps, Hannah shares the chaotic, funny, and vulnerable moments that shaped her. She opens up about her late ADHD diagnosis, emotional dysregulation, the impact on relati...
We're on Patreon ! In this illuminating conversation, Mine and Paul sit down with clinical psychologist and UCL researcher Dr. Josh Stott, the lead author behind the recent study that sparked national headlines when it contended that adults diagnosed with ADHD have a reduced life expectancy. Dr. Stott clarifies what the data actually says - and what it absolutely does not say - unpacking the nuances behind diagnosis rates, contributing lifestyle factors, smoking and mental-health risks, gender d...
Join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/c/Imadhd In this brilliantly chaotic and honest episode, Mine and Paul welcome actor, comedian and impressionist Kevin Bishop for a conversation that moves at the speed of his (almost) genius mind - fast, funny and unexpectedly vulnerable. Kevin talks about everything from his eerily accurate Steve Coogan impression and his early years tap-dancing in panto, to the confusion of being a working child actor thrown back into a rigid school system that neve...
On this week’s episode, Mine and Paul welcome Deborah Frances-White for a powerful and engaging conversation that traces her journey from being adopted and raised within a controlling religious community to becoming the sharp, insightful voice behind The Guilty Feminist Podcast. She reflects on how early disconnection shaped her ADHD, her creativity, and her drive to question the systems around her - all with her trademark mix of humour and emotional honesty. The discussion moves through the sur...
In this week’s episode, business titan and former Dragon Theo Paphitis joins Mine and Paul to explore the highs, lows, and lessons of living and learning differently. From humble beginnings and school struggles to building an empire, Theo opens up about dyslexia, his views on ADHD, education, risk-taking, and the power of persistence. Theo also reflects on seeing parts of his own story in his children and grandchildren, many of whom share his neurodiverse traits. Their experiences remind him how...
In this week’s episode, Mine and Paul sit down with Professor Sol Smith - liberal arts professor, life coach, and founder of the Square Peg neurospicy community - for a vibrant and heartfelt conversation about what it really means to live, parent, and thrive while neurodivergent. From The Beatles and creative genius to dyslexia, ADHD, and late-in-life autism diagnosis, Sol opens up about his own journey of self-discovery, the transformative power of lockdown on his family, and raising four wonde...
In this week’s episode, Mine and Paul welcome comedian Ed Byrne - the beloved Irish comic known for his sharp wit, self-deprecating humor, and unflinching honesty - for a candid conversation about living with ADHD. Ed opens up about his late diagnosis, the chaos and comedy of everyday forgetfulness, and how ADHD shapes his creativity, relationships, and resilience. From childhood daydreams and lost passports to the joy of hiking, hyperfocus, and fatherhood, Ed reflects on the messy brilliance of...
Content warning: This episode contains themes that some listeners might find upsetting. In this week's episode, Mine and Paul welcome the brilliant comedian, writer, and actor Sara Pascoe. Sara opens up about life with her husband’s ADHD, motherhood, and the mental juggling act of parenting and performing. With her trademark wit and warmth, she explores how comedy offers both refuge and revelation for neurodivergent minds - a place where impulsivity, overthinking, and dopamine-chasing can be cha...
In this energetic and heartfelt episode, Mine and Paul chat with TV personality and I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! winner Sam Thompson about life with ADHD and autism. Sam opens up about his journey from reality TV fame to self-discovery, sharing how his diagnoses helped him understand his energy, emotions, and relationships. They dive into everything from world records and jungle life with Nigel Farage to the pressures of fame, burnout, and finding structure amid chaos. Sam talks candidly...
It's ADHD awareness month ands Mine & Paul are back for Series 4 of I’m ADHD! No You’re Not with the one and only: 18 Brit Award winning, UK Music Hall of Famer and fellow ADH’D’er, Robbie Williams! Robbie talks candidly about his ADHD, intrusive thoughts, body dysmorphia, and struggles with fame - from masking anxiety on stage to navigating doubts despite worldwide adoration. The trio dive into mental health, childhood wounds, and the impact of education systems on neurodivergent young peop...
This week and for the final episode of this series, Mine and Paul are joined by the legendary artist and creative force, Goldie , MBE. Though never formally diagnosed, Goldie has long been told he "definitely has ADHD" - and in this episode, he shares how traits like synaesthesia shape his extraordinary mind and artistry. Brace yourself for a powerful and deeply personal conversation. Goldie opens up about his traumatic childhood, including experiences of domestic and sexual abuse, and speaks ca...
This week, Mine and Paul are joined by the brilliant writer, comedian and fellow ADH'D'er Lucy Porter. Lucy takes us back to 1990s Manchester, where she was carving out her place in the comedy scene alongside legends like Caroline Aherne and Steve Coogan. She opens up about her journey to diagnosis - first suspected from afar, then officially confirmed - and how it's helped her make sense of lifelong challenges, including procrastination, object permanence, and more. Expect a warm, funny, and in...
This week Mine and Paul are joined by Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist and Psychotherapist, Sami Timimi. Sami has over three decades of clinical experience and a prolific body of work, including books like Insane Medicine and Searching for Normal, Sami challenges conventional psychiatric thinking and offers fresh perspectives on neurodiversity, childhood, and the medicalisation of distress. This conversation is a deep dive into the cultural, political, and philosophical forces shaping mental he...
This week, Mine and Paul sit down with beloved Brummie broadcaster and author Adrian Chiles. From secretive MI5 interviews to hosting Match of the Day 2, Adrian’s career has been anything but ordinary. He opens up about the surprising toll success took on his mental health - and how, at the height of his achievements, he was also at his lowest. Adrian tells us how medication helps him manage his ADHD and shares the quiet joy he finds in everyday tasks, revealing how he reaches what he calls the ...
This week, Mine and Paul are joined by multi-award-winning comedian, author, broadcaster, and science communicator Robin Ince. Robin brings his trademark wit, empathy, and humour to a fast-paced, wide-ranging conversation. He opens up about his past, including how a life-changing car accident affected his entire family, and how a late ADHD diagnosis has helped him better understand and manage his anxiety. Plus, there's a very special quiz hosted by Mine - don’t miss it! Hosted on Acast. See acas...
This week, Mine and Paul are joined by fellow ADHD podcaster, author and entrepreneur, Alex Partridge. Alex opens up about his journey from founding Ladbible and UNILAD to his eventual split from the company and winning a high-profile court case. He shares candidly how the intense pressure led him to struggle with alcoholism, and how his ADHD-driven hyperfocus was a help and a hindrance along the way. Tune in for practical ADHD tips Alex uses to thrive as a successful entrepreneur - plus the hon...
Mine and Paul are joined by award-winning author and physician Dr. Suzanne O’Sullivan for a fascinating and thought-provoking conversation. Dr. O’Sullivan dives into her latest book, The Age of Diagnosis, sharing her insights on the rise of self-diagnosis for ADHD, the complexities of medication, and the potential downsides of labels. Expect an open, honest dialogue where differing viewpoints are welcomed, research is respected, and real-life experiences are discussed. Hosted on Acast. See acast...
Mine and Paul ventured to the south of France for this week’s episode with the one and only Heston Blumenthal OBE. The experimental chef kindly invited the team to his home ‘En Provence’ to speak about his ADHD and much, much more. Heston vividly retells how he was sectioned in 2023, with a Doctor and the emergency services pinning him down and sedating him in his own home. This episode discusses issues such as physical abuse, drug use and other topics that listeners might find upsetting. Hosted...
Mine and Paul are joined by two great guests on this week’s I’m ADHD, No You’re Not! One is the much-loved comedian, actor, and fellow Fast Show star, Simon Day. The other is former Metropolitan Police Chief Superintendent, Dal Babu OBE. Simon takes us back to his days in borstal and shares how his parents’ relationship had a huge impact on the course of his life. He also opens up about his struggles with addiction over the years and the tools he uses to cope. Dal discusses his experiences worki...
