Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast The ADHD Reframed Project Podcast
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| Breaking Systemic Barriers: Caravan Clinics, Parent Trauma, and Reclaiming Our Stories with Nicola Hughes | 22 Oct 2026 | 01:17:07 | |
This week, Emma sits down with Nicola Hughes to share her personal diagnostic journey with ADHD and Autism and her groundbreaking creation of a caravan clinic for therapy sessions. Guest Bio: Nicola Hughes is a neurodivergent BACP‑accredited psychotherapist and consultant with 15+ years’ experience. She works with individuals and couples from her Caravan Clinic in West Yorkshire and is the author of SENT: The Emails I Sent, the Silence That Followed, which shines a light on Parent Carer Trauma.Together, we dive deep into the emotional impact of school-system trauma, the physical reality of Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria (RSD), and how adopting a strengths-based approach allows late-diagnosed adults and parents to move past shame and build genuine resilience.What happens when standard support systems fail neurodivergent families, forcing us to navigate systemic trauma, bureaucratic brick walls, and the exhausting burden of constantly justifying our needs? Unmasking isn't just about individual healing; it’s about exposing the systemic gaps in education and healthcare that leave families burning out. When the traditional "boxes" don't fit our neurodivergent reality, we stop trying to adapt to their rigid structures and build our own spaces of safety, healing, and strength. Key Soundbites & Reframes:
🌈 Join the Great Unmasking:This episode is part of The ADHD Reframed Project. We are the Lost Generation: the late-diagnosed adults (primarily women) releasing our masks like dandelion seeds to reveal the full rainbow spectrum of neurodivergent potential. Guest Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NicolaHughesCounselling Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicola_creativetherapy/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicola-hughes-29043a75/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@creativecounsellor Nicola's book SENT: https://amzn.eu/d/0exG10pc The ADHD Reframed Project Website: https://the-adhd-reframed-project.com/ | |||
| The Strength in the Spectrum: Unmasking Misconceptions with the Community | 21 Oct 2026 | 00:59:06 | |
Why do so many neurodivergent women spend decades feeling like they’re failing at being "normal," when they were actually trying to survive inside a societal box that was never built for them? The labels placed on late-diagnosed women can be heavy, but when we step out from behind the mask and gather as a community, those labels lose their power. Unmasking isn't a solitary act; it's a shared revelation that transforms our dynamic, variable traits into our greatest strengths. In This Episode: This week, Emma sits down with a panel of neurodivergent women to pull back the curtain on the daily realities of living with ADHD and Autism. Together, we challenge toxic societal stereotypes, explore the daily variability of our symptoms, and highlight why finding an authentic community is the key to letting go of the performance and stepping into our true colours. Key Soundbites & Reframes:
🌈 Join the Great Unmasking:This episode is part of The ADHD Reframed Project. We are the Lost Generation - the late-diagnosed adults (primarily women) releasing our masks to reveal the full rainbow spectrum of the neurodivergent brain. | |||
| ADHD, Media, The Insider’s Perspective - with Elizabeth Victoria Evans | 14 Sep 2026 | 01:55:37 | |
An ADHD Narrative That We REALLY Deserve! ADHD representation is shifting fast - and conversations like this help protect the community from misinformation and sensationalism. In this episode, Emma and returning guest Elizabeth Victoria Evans explore how ADHD is portrayed in mainstream media - and what happens when representation misses the mark. Without naming the documentary directly, they discuss the impact of oversimplified narratives, the responsibility of storytellers, and why neurodivergent voices must be centred in conversations about ADHD. This is a grounded, honest conversation about ethics, inclusion, and reclaiming the ADHD story from sensationalism. If you’ve ever watched ADHD content that felt “off,” harmful, or sensationalised, this episode will help you understand why - and what better representation looks like. ADHD UK - https://adhduk.co.uk/challenging-c4-the-great-adhd-myth/complain-to-ofcom/ "A recent media release was highly offensive to those with ADHD." "Over 11,000 complaints have been made to Ofcom." "Misinformation fuels misunderstanding and harms society." ⭐ About Elizabeth Victoria Evans - Film Producer, Advocate & Neurodivergent Storyteller Elizabeth Victoria Evans is a film producer, advocate, and neurodivergent creative whose work centres on authentic representation and ethical storytelling. She is known for bringing lived experience into the heart of her projects, challenging the industry to move beyond stereotypes and towards narratives that genuinely reflect the complexity of ADHD and neurodivergent lives. Her mission is simple but radical: to create media that doesn’t just show neurodivergent people - it listens to them. Elizabeth works across film, documentary, and digital media, using her platform to highlight access clashes, industry barriers, and the emotional realities of navigating high‑pressure creative environments with an ADHD brain. She advocates for safer, more inclusive production spaces and pushes for neurodivergent leadership behind the camera, not just tokenistic representation on screen. Her perspective is grounded, honest, and deeply informed by both her professional experience and her lived neurodivergence - making her one of the most important voices in the conversation about ADHD, media ethics, and representation today. Key topics
Share this episode with someone who’s navigating ADHD through media noise - it might be the clarity they’ve been waiting for. | |||
| ADHD Inclusion That Actually Works - Meeting People Where They Are (with guest Linz McCann) | 15 Aug 2026 | 01:26:28 | |
“Support isn’t about forcing someone to run your race; it’s about altering the track so everyone can cross the finish line.” Emma sits down with multi‑passionate advocate, volunteer, and educator Linz McCann for a masterclass in human‑centred inclusion. Together, they dive into the messy, often‑ignored intersections of ADHD, dyslexia, and dyspraxia — from navigating physical coordination and mental fatigue to designing organisational strategies that actually hold up in real life. Linz shares her grassroots journey across adaptive sports, education reform, and lifelong learning, proving that humour, empathy, and subtle environmental modifications can completely dismantle societal barriers. Emma and Linz explore what it means to meet people where they are, how to build adaptive scaffolds that unlock potential, and why strength‑based inclusion is the future of every classroom, workplace, and community. Whether you’re supporting children, navigating adulthood, or reframing your own multi‑layered neurodivergence, this conversation is a compassionate, practical roadmap for living authentically — without waiting for rigid systems to catch up. “Live your life as best you can, go steady, and don’t let anyone reduce your worth to a standardized test.” #ADHDDandelion 🌾 ⭐ In This Episode, We Reframe
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| AuDHD Identity & Belonging - From Isolation to Impact (with guest Dimi) | 12 Aug 2026 | 00:54:40 | |
“The system wasn’t built for our brains, but our resilience is what rebuilds the system.” This week, Emma sits down with student advocate Dimi for a deeply relatable and empowering conversation about navigating university life as an international student with ADHD in the UK. From managing the double shift of cultural adaptation alongside late autism and ADHD diagnoses to overcoming social isolation and academic friction, Dimi shares the honest, unmasked reality of his higher‑education journey. Emma and Dimi unpack the power of peer community, the emotional weight of hidden traits, and the nuanced challenge of navigating social norms across cultures. They explore the mindset shifts required to move from survival mode to genuine academic achievement — and how resilience, self‑awareness, and community support can transform the entire university experience. If you’re a student wondering whether you have what it takes to finish your degree, Dimi’s story is the ultimate proof that you can cross the finish line on your own terms. ⭐ In This Episode, We Reframe • The Dual Transition — navigating the combined sensory and cultural load of moving to the UK as an international AuDHD student. • Late Diagnosis in Academia — how discovering your neurodivergence mid‑degree reshapes study habits, identity, and self‑compassion. • Bridging Cultural Norms — unpacking social expectations, communication styles, and relationship dynamics across different cultural environments. • The Strength of Community — why finding authentic, understanding peers is the single greatest buffer against burnout and isolation. • Relentless Advocacy — practical encouragement and self‑awareness strategies for turning academic barriers into milestones. "You don't need to fit into their mould to succeed. Keep pushing, keep self-advocating, and grow right through the concrete." #ADHDDandelion 🌾 | |||
| ADHD Medication & The Biological Engine Reticular Rewiring, Vitality & Health (with Scott Harrison) | 31 Jul 2026 | 01:01:21 | |
“When you change your physical environment and retrain your focus, your ADHD stops being a chaotic disruption and becomes your fuel.” This week, Emma sits down with health expert, author, and entrepreneur Scott Harrison for a high‑intensity, deeply personal masterclass on body‑mind synergy. Scott speaks candidly about his late ADHD diagnosis, the emotional weight of finding answers in adulthood, and the startling ways medication reshaped his personality and mental health. Together, Emma and Scott explore how physical health — specifically nutrition, movement, gut‑brain connection, and nervous system regulation — forms the essential foundation for executive function. Scott breaks down the neuroscience behind the Reticular Activating System (RAS), revealing how to intentionally program your brain’s filter to shift away from doom‑scrolling, paralysis, and emotional flattening — and toward purpose‑driven action. This conversation is a holistic blueprint for anyone who has felt misunderstood by medication‑only advice or disconnected from their spark. If you’ve ever felt emotionally muted, physically drained, or frustrated by ADHD guidance that ignores the body‑mind connection, this episode shows you how to rebuild your foundation and reclaim your momentum. ⭐ In This Episode, We Reframe • The Medication Trade‑Off — exploring emotional and psychological shifts that can occur on medication, and why physical health often supports cognitive stability. • Programming the RAS Filter — understanding how the Reticular Activating System works and how to intentionally direct hyper‑focus toward meaningful outcomes. • The Holistic Foundation — why gut health, nutrition, movement, and nervous system regulation are non‑negotiables for managing inflammation and burnout. • Purpose Over Perfection — shifting from symptom management to building a life centred on strengths, passions, and sustainable routines. • Navigating Relationships — how understanding your biological needs supports authentic, stable, and compassionate dynamics at home. ⭐ Guest Bio (Search‑Optimised & Movement‑Aligned) Scott Harrison is a modern renaissance man whose work has transformed thousands of lives through personalised coaching, mindset training, fitness, nutrition, and community support. Dedicated to early intervention, he is equally passionate about improving children’s health and wellbeing. His beautifully illustrated children’s books inspire young readers to build positive mindsets and emotional resilience. Scott’s track record includes high‑profile transformations for public figures such as Peter Andre, Rylan Clark, Sara Cox, Sara Davies, Jeremy Edwards, Carol Vorderman, Bobby Norris, and many more. His work has been featured across national television, radio, podcasts, and print media. Committed to making transformation simple and accessible, he collaborated with leading food scientists to create The Six Pack Revolution’s bestselling range of clean‑ingredient meal replacements, protein shakes, bars, and overnight oats. A husband and father of three, Scott continues to champion sustainable, realistic change that strengthens both physical and mental wellbeing. Featured Resources & Guest Links:
"Embrace your operating system. When you align your purpose with your biology, your ADHD isn't a flaw—it's your engine." #ADHDDandelion 🌾 | |||
| ADHD & The AI Advantage - Executive Function, Assessments & Academic Self‑Advocacy (with Rebecca) | 27 Jul 2026 | 01:48:58 | |
“AI isn’t a shortcut or a cheat code; it is an external working memory that levels a deeply unequal playing field.” This week, Emma sits down with Rebecca for an essential masterclass on leveraging technology to break through systemic barriers. Together, they unpack the daunting bureaucracy of ADHD assessment processes, the emotional toll of navigating inaccessible academic systems, and the transformative power of modern AI tools in higher education and the workplace. Rebecca and Emma explore how platforms like Gamma AI, ChatGPT, Perplexity, Zotero, and MindView can reduce the cognitive load of executive dysfunction, support complex study tasks, and unlock genuine accessibility for neurodivergent learners. They also dive into the realities of educational self‑advocacy, showing students and professionals how to assert their accommodation rights without burning out or being dismissed. This episode is a call to stop forcing an unsupported brain through outdated systems. It’s time to build a digital scaffold that lets your intellect shine. ⭐ In This Episode, We Reframe
Guest Bio & Links Rebecca Parkin is a neurodiversity consultant and educator with over 20 years’ experience across education and employment. She specialises in helping organisations, educators, and individuals understand neurodiversity in practice. Informed by both lived experience and professional expertise, she looks beyond labels to focus on impact, accessibility, and the relationship between people and the environments in which they learn and work.LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-parkin-mdg-44374aa4 Website - catnd.co.uk Featured Resources & Tools in this Episode:
Please note: This is an audio-first deep dive episode, available across all major streaming platforms!) When society builds a wall too high for your executive function, you don't keep hitting it - you build a digital ladder. #ADHDDandelion 🌾 | |||
| ADHD Women & Unmasking - Social Media Myths & Education Reform (with Kayleigh Johnstone) | 23 Jul 2026 | 02:08:10 | |
“Social media introduced us to our brains, but radical self‑acceptance is what saves them.” This week, Emma sits down with advocate Kayleigh Johnstone to dissect the double‑edged sword of social media and modern societal norms on the neurodivergent mind. Short‑form content has sparked an unprecedented wave of late adult diagnoses — especially for women who spent decades high‑masking — but it has also created a minefield of stereotypes, online judgement, and pressure to conform to a digital caricature of neurodivergence. Kayleigh and Emma step into the deep end of female AuDHD: the emotional exhaustion of hidden traits, the lifelong cost of chronic people‑pleasing, and the rigid education systems that punish unique thinkers. Together, they explore how to move beyond algorithm‑driven “quick fixes” and into long‑term cognitive scaffolding, environment design, and radical self‑acceptance. If you’ve ever felt caught between the overwhelming noise of the digital world and the quiet longing to simply be understood, this episode is your space to exhale. ⭐ In This Episode, We Reframe • The Social Media Double‑Edge — how online platforms empowered a generation of women to seek answers while breeding new forms of performative stigma. • The Hidden Cost of Female Masking — unpacking the societal pressures that force neurodivergent women into chronic people‑pleasing, emotional suppression, and burnout. • Education Systemic Reform — why traditional academic environments alienate neurodivergent learners and how adaptive, inclusive frameworks can transform outcomes. • Reframing the Narrative — moving away from social media “quick fixes” toward deep, long‑term cognitive scaffolding and environment optimisation. • Radical Self‑Acceptance — learning to quiet external noise, trust lived experience, and step out from behind the mask. “Stop letting an algorithm define your neurodivergence. You aren't a trend to be curated; you are built to grow wild." #ADHDDandelion 🌾 Resources Access to Work - UK Government Support Program - https://www.gov.uk/access-to-work Speechify - Text-to-Speech Software - https://speechify.com Guest Links & Information Kayleigh is the founder of COZ & Co, a virtual assistant agency specialising in supporting neurospicy entrepreneurs with visibility and business strategy, and The VA Village, a community supporting women to start and grow their Virtual Assistant businesses. She has two neurospicy children and is herself diagnosed Au-DHD. Website - www.thevavillage.com www.cozandco.com LinkedIn - https://uk.linkedin.com/in/kayleighjohnstone Insta - https://ww margatsnIw margatsnI.instagram.com/kayleighjohnstone1/ | |||
| ADHD Women & The Menopause Collision — Career Transitions & Radical Resilience (with Jeanna Malines) | 02 Jul 2026 | 01:51:19 | |
DISCLAIMER: This episode includes a discussion of childhood trauma. “When hormones drop, the mask breaks. It’s not a personal failure; it’s a biological shift.” This week, Emma sits down with neurodivergent career coach Jeanna Malines for one of the most raw, urgent, and deeply personal conversations of the season. Together, they step directly into the storm that mainstream medicine continues to minimise: the catastrophic intersection of ADHD, perimenopause, and menopause. Jeanna shares the lived reality of navigating major career pivots while her brain chemistry is actively shifting, the exhausting fight for female health advocacy, and how hormonal drops amplify neurodivergent traits to overwhelming levels. Emma pairs this with her own unfiltered story of moving through profound family trauma, navigating mental health crises, and finding the grounding clarity of radical self‑acceptance. This episode is not just information. It is validation. A lifeline for every woman who feels like she is losing her grip on a life she fought to build — and needs to know she is not failing, she is changing. ⭐ In This Episode, We Reframe • The Hormonal Collision — the clinical reality of how dropping estrogen destabilises ADHD traits and disrupts long‑standing coping mechanisms. • The Career Shift Ecosystem — practical strategies for pivoting careers mid‑life while protecting executive capacity. • Catharsis Through Truth — why breaking silence around deep family trauma can support emotional processing and neurological healing. • The Masking Breakdown — recognising when survival mechanisms stop working and how to move toward authentic connection safely. • Scaffolding the Future — how modern tools and AI can act as external working memory during intense cognitive transitions. Resources ADHD and Women - Book by Dr. Patricia Quinn - https://www.amazon.com/s?k=ADHD+and+Women+by+Patricia+Quinn Neurodivergent Women - Support Group - https://www.neurodivergentwomen.com Hormonal Changes and Brain Chemistry - Research Article - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMCXXXXXX/ Guest links LinkedIn - Jeanna Malines | LinkedIn Website - Trajecta - Neurodivergent Career Coach & Career Transition Coaching | |||
| ADHD at Work - Inclusive Systems, Neuroaccreditation & Stigma‑Breaking (with Rob Annis) | 02 Jul 2026 | 01:11:19 | |
“Inclusion isn’t a training session you attend once a year, it’s an infrastructure you build into the foundation.” This week, Emma sits down with organisational psychologist and late‑diagnosed AuDHD advocate Rob Annis for a masterclass in genuine systemic reform. If you’re exhausted by shallow corporate compliance, tick‑box diversity panels, or workplaces that claim inclusion while reinforcing stigma, this conversation is your blueprint for real change. Featuring Robert Annis, Co-Founder and Organisational Psychologist at NEURO. Explore NEURO's work on neuroinclusion, cognitive diversity and organisational intelligence: https://www.youtube.com/@NEURO-YTu Rob breaks down how his own AuDHD diagnosis transformed his approach to organisational psychology, why traditional diversity training fails, and how neuroaccreditation forces institutions to respect cognitive differences at a structural level. Together, Emma and Rob explore the silent emotional toll of stigma, the invisible barriers neurodivergent people face in modern workplaces, and the practical strategies leaders can use to build environments where every mind can safely unmask and thrive. This episode is not about fixing people. It’s about fixing systems. “We have to stop treating inclusion like an administrative chore. You don’t manage a dandelion; you change the soil.” #ADHDDandelion 🌾 ⭐ In This Episode, We Reframe
Resources Neuro Charity - https://neurocharity.org Rob Annis on LinkedIn - https://linkedin.com/in/robannis The Neuro Standard Accreditation - https://neurocharity.org/neuro-standard Understanding Neurodiversity - Library Resources - https://neurocharity.org/library Guest links LinkedIn - https://linkedin.com/in/robannis | |||
| ADHD Dopamine & Rewiring - Solution‑Focused Hypnotherapy & Thriving (with Keira Smith) | 19 Jun 2026 | 01:08:35 | |
“It’s a brain type, not a problem to fix.” This week, Emma sits down with solution‑focused hypnotherapist Keira Smith to dismantle the medical deficit model and offer a practical, neuroscience‑aligned blueprint for cognitive self‑regulation. If you’ve been battling emotional dysregulation, chronic overwhelm, or the exhausting cycle of dopamine‑chasing burnout, this conversation is a breath of fresh air. Keira pulls back the curtain on how solution‑focused hypnotherapy supports the brain in rewiring stress responses, how late‑diagnosed adults can transition from high‑masking survival to radical self‑acceptance, and how to intentionally design an environment where hyper‑focus becomes a strength rather than a source of collapse. This episode is a reminder: Your brain is not a garden to weed. It’s an ecosystem to understand. “Neurodiversity is just doing things differently. Stop fixing, start flourishing.” #ADHDDandelion 🌾 ⭐ In This Episode, We Reframe • The Blueprint Shift — moving past deficit narratives to understand neurodiversity as a unique operating system, not a clinical flaw. • Solution‑Focused Hypnotherapy — the neuroscience behind hypnotherapy and how it supports stress regulation, emotional grounding, and cognitive clarity. • Dopamine Mapping — actionable, ground‑level strategies for managing emotional regulation and interrupting the burnout cycle. • Hyper‑Focus Mastery — reframing hyper‑focus as a functional strength and learning how to harness it safely. • Co‑Regulation in Relationships — navigating communication, sensory boundaries, and emotional triggers with partners who process the world differently. 🎙️ Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
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| ADHD Medication & Hormones - Lived Experience, Healthcare & Identity (with Osayomore) | 10 Jun 2026 | 00:59:00 | |
What happens when the person dispensing the medication is also the one navigating the neurodivergent brain? This week, Emma sits down with ADHD Specialist Pharmacist Osayomore — the first non‑ADHD guest on the show — for a high‑level, biochemistry‑backed masterclass that dismantles the most persistent myths surrounding ADHD treatment. Osayomore breaks down the mechanical reality of how stimulants and non‑stimulants affect the brain, why hormonal fluctuations can dramatically shift medication effectiveness for women, and how clinicians think about managing physical side effects safely. She also shares her own late‑diagnosis journey, revealing the cognitive tools that keep her functioning in a demanding medical profession — from visual mind mapping to body doubling and structured scaffolding. This episode is not just clinical insight. It’s a healthcare empowerment toolkit. If you’ve ever felt dismissed by a clinician, confused by your prescription, or frustrated when your medication seems to “stop working” at certain points in your cycle, this conversation gives you the language, confidence, and clarity to advocate for yourself. “Medication is a vehicle, but self‑advocacy is who drives the car.” #ADHDDandelion 🌾 ⭐ In This Episode, We Reframe • The Stimulant Blueprint — shifting past stigma to understand how ADHD medications influence neurotransmitter pathways. • The Estrogen Drop — why hormonal fluctuations can affect medication response and how women can track patterns to support conversations with clinicians. • Side‑Effect Warfare — practical, general strategies clinicians often consider when supporting patients through physical side effects. • Dismantling Medical Gaslighting — how to communicate clearly, request reasonable adjustments, and advocate for your needs in healthcare settings. • The Practical Toolbox — why medication works best when paired with lifestyle scaffolding like body doubling, mind mapping, and visual systems. 🎙️ Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
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| AuDHD, RSD & Burnout — The Tug‑of‑War of Being Both (with Charlie Ruttle) | 29 May 2026 | 00:57:50 | |
Season 2, Episode 1 — Full Description What happens when one half of your brain demands absolute routine, and the other half thrives on total chaos? To launch Season 2, Emma sits down with Charlie Ruttle — founder of the Comfortably Chaotic community — for a raw, unmasked exploration of late‑diagnosed ADHD and the lived reality of being AuDHD. Charlie shares the internal tug‑of‑war that defines so many late‑diagnosed adults: the autistic need for predictability colliding with the ADHD craving for novelty. They unpack how ADHD medication can unexpectedly amplify autistic sensory traits, why burnout feels like neurological collapse rather than “being tired,” and how RSD can turn everyday interactions into emotional landmines. This conversation is a survival guide for anyone who has ever felt like a walking contradiction. It’s about stopping the fight with your own brain — and starting the journey toward radical self‑acceptance. Charlie’s story is not just personal; it’s communal. Their work with Comfortably Chaotic shows how micro‑communities become lifelines for neurodivergent adults who have spent decades masking, contorting, and trying to “fit.” When you finally find people who understand your wiring, the chaos becomes something you can navigate — not something you fear. “The chaos and the need for routine coexist — stop making excuses and start finding explanations.” In This Episode, We Reframe • The AuDHD Paradox — how strict routine and novelty‑seeking coexist inside the same brain, and why this contradiction makes perfect sense neurologically. • The Medication Flip — why treating ADHD can make autistic sensory traits feel louder, sharper, or more overwhelming. • The Anatomy of Burnout — recognising the early warning signs of neurological exhaustion and how to recover without shame. • RSD & Relationships — navigating emotional dysregulation, fear of rejection, and the impact of RSD on communication. • The Comfortably Chaotic Blueprint — how micro‑communities create safety, belonging, and a path out of systemic stigma. 🎙️ Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
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| ADHD His & Hers — A Mini‑Series on Lived Experience | 25 May 2026 | 01:09:25 | |
The conversation covers the importance of open communication, the impact of past experiences on present behavior, the need for safe spaces, and the power of listening. It also delves into men's mental health and the journey of diagnosis. The discussion highlights the significance of understanding and communication in the context of neurodivergence and mental health. The conversation delves into the impact of an ADHD diagnosis, the process of unmasking and embracing authenticity, the challenges of unmasking, the importance of supportive relationships, and planning for future conversations. The takeaways highlight the clarity that comes with an ADHD diagnosis and the empowering nature of unmasking and authenticity. Takeaways
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| ADHD Season 1 Recap — Highlights, Breakthroughs & Big Moments | 24 May 2026 | 00:34:49 | |
Welcome to the end-of-season 1 wrap-up compilation. | |||
| ADHD Men & Late Diagnosis - Stigma, Medication & Unmasking (with Ryan Davies) | 19 May 2026 | 01:16:29 | |
What happens when the people trained to protect and heal are the ones afraid to unmask? This week, Emma sits down with Ryan Davies for a powerful, eye‑opening conversation about navigating ADHD and Autism inside two of the UK’s most rigid professional systems: the Police and the NHS. Ryan’s story begins with the shock of a late diagnosis — the moment the puzzle pieces finally clicked — and unfolds into the complex reality of managing stimulants, side effects, burnout, and the emotional labour of masking in high‑pressure environments. He speaks candidly about the cultural expectation to “hold it together,” even when your brain is fighting to be understood. This episode exposes the truth: masking isn’t professionalism. It’s survival mode. And in public safety and public health, survival mode is a liability. Ryan’s advocacy is a masterclass for anyone trying to maintain authenticity inside a structured career. From the life‑changing impact of the Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training to the unique mental health pressures faced by men in uniform, this conversation reframes neurodivergence as a strength — not a secret. His daughter calls it his “nutty brain.” Ryan calls it his story. And sharing it is how we smash the stigma. Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
You aren't losing your mind; you're finding your true self. Hit follow and join the project. | |||
| AuDHD, CPTSD & The Menopause Storm - The Layered Mind (with Kari Suderley) | 18 May 2026 | 01:23:08 | |
What happens when trauma, hormones, and neurodivergence collide? This week, Emma sits down with Kari Suderley for an unfiltered, deeply educational masterclass on the complex intersections of adult neurodivergence. Kari opens up about her diagnosis journey with ADHD and Autism, tracing how these traits interact with CPTSD and collide head‑on with menopause. From the raw reality of sensory overload and emotional hyperarousal to the strategic fight for reasonable adjustments in higher education, this episode pulls back the curtain on the layers most people ignore. If you’re navigating academia, parenthood, or professional life while managing a brain under siege from shifting hormones and trauma, Kari’s story is the blueprint you need. In this episode, we reframe: • The Intersection of Trauma & AuDHD — How CPTSD reshapes the executive‑function landscape and intensifies neurodivergent traits. • The Menopause Multiplier — Why hormonal shifts escalate ADHD symptoms, sensory overload, and emotional reactivity. • The Academic Battle — Navigating higher education, securing Disabled Students’ Allowances (DSA), and advocating for adjustments that actually work. • Emotional Regulation Toolkits — Practical tech and cognitive strategies for managing hyperarousal and overwhelm. • Intergenerational Dynamics — Parenting as a neurodivergent adult while breaking cycles for the next generation. Advocacy isn't a luxury; it’s the most important piece. 🎙️Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
You aren't losing your mind; you're finding your true self. Hit follow and join the project. | |||
| ADHD Advocacy in Education & Work - The Transformation Blueprint (with Stu Coleman) | 11 May 2026 | 00:59:57 | |
Is your workplace inclusive, or are you just “fitting in”? This week, Emma is joined by Stu Coleman to explore the ripple effect of an ADHD diagnosis. Stu shares his personal discovery journey and explains how a deeper understanding of neurodiversity doesn’t just help the individual — it transforms entire environments. Together, we break down the practical strategies needed to overhaul the “factory model” of education and the corporate world, turning them into spaces where neurodivergent brains can actually lead. If you’re looking for the language to advocate for yourself or others, this is your field guide. In this episode, we reframe: • The Transformation Shift — How understanding your brain changes how you show up at work. • Education Evolution — Moving beyond standard learning models to support neurodiverse students. • The Advocacy Toolkit — Practical tips for demanding better support systems in professional spaces. • Cultural Change — Why neurodiversity is a competitive advantage, not a liability. Sound bites “To find myself is the final frontier.” “Imagine filling a water balloon really quickly.” “Judge me on what I do, not how I do it.” Resources ADHD Coaching with Stu Coleman - https://stucolman.com Purple Platform by Georgina Craven - https://purpleplatform.com Neurodiversity Index Report by City & Guilds - https://cityandguilds.com/research/neurodiversity-index Guest links Website - https://stucolman.com Twitter - https://twitter.com/stucolman Stop asking for permission; start leading the change. | |||
| AuDHD & Late Diagnosis — I Wasn’t Broken, I Was Undiagnosed (with Siobhan Fox) 🦊 | 11 May 2026 | 01:27:50 | |
Is it “brain fog,” or is your neurodivergence meeting a hormonal storm? This week, Emma sits down with Siobhan Fox for a deep dive into the intersection of ADHD, Autism, and the “Great Disruptor”: Perimenopause. Siobhan shares her raw journey of self‑discovery at midlife, exploring how shifting hormones can unmask traits we’ve spent decades hiding. From the complexities of neurodivergent parenting to overcoming the societal “shoulds” that weigh women down, this episode is a guide for anyone navigating a major life transition. Stop wondering why your old coping mechanisms aren’t working anymore. It’s time to build a new toolkit that respects the person you are becoming. In this episode, we reframe: • The Hormonal Unmasking — Why perimenopause often leads to an ADHD or Autism diagnosis. • The Parenting Parallel — Navigating your own discovery while raising neurodivergent children. • Societal Deconditioning — Letting go of the “Neurotypical Standard” of womanhood. • Transition Strategies — Practical tools for managing executive function when your hormones are in flux. Sound bites “Shame is so liberating when you let go of it.” “Hormonal changes during menopause rewire the brain.” “Always backing myself keeps me going.” Resources ADHD Coach Training Program - https://www.adhdcoachtraining.com/ Elaine Aron's Book on Highly Sensitive Person - https://www.amazon.com/Highly-Sensitive-Person-Understanding-Yourself/dp/0553062182 Menopause Brain by Dr. Lisa Mosconi - https://www.amazon.com/Menopause-Brain-Understanding-Yourself-Change/dp/0593194484 Wild Power by Alexandra Pope and Sjanie Hugo Wurlittle - https://www.amazon.com/Wild-Power-Reclaiming-Menarche-Myth/dp/1785042784 Guest links LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/siobhanrfox/ Instagram - @siobhan_reveals Website - bigpicturebusinesscoach.com You aren't losing your mind; you're finding your true self. Hit follow and join the project. | |||
| ADHD, MS & The Resilience Loop - Reclaiming Your Power (with Georgina Colman) | 11 May 2026 | 00:47:53 | |
When your brain is “fast” but your body says “slow,” how do you find the middle ground? In our season finale, Emma is joined by Georgina Colman to explore the powerful intersection of ADHD and Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Georgina shares a masterclass in resilience, unpacking the hidden links between hormonal health, autoimmune conditions, and neurodivergence. This conversation goes beyond struggle and into solution — including the introduction of Purple, a platform dedicated to empowering disabled and neurodivergent people with real‑world resources, advocacy, and discounts. This episode is a call to reclaim your power, regardless of your diagnosis. It’s the perfect close to our first chapter: a reminder that with the right tools and community, we don’t just survive — we thrive. In this episode, we reframe: • The ADHD/MS Connection — Navigating life with both a neurodivergent brain and an autoimmune condition. • Hormones & Health — How hormonal shifts act as a “volume knob” for both ADHD and autoimmune symptoms. • The Purple Mission — Discovering a platform built to empower the disabled community with resources and discounts. • Advocacy in Action — Moving from patient to power‑player in your own healthcare journey. | |||
| ADHD, Bipolar & Chronic Pain — The Complex Intersection (with Julissa) | 11 May 2026 | 00:55:15 | |
What do you do when your brain and your body are both speaking different languages? This week, Emma is joined by Julissa for a raw, honest conversation about the intersection of neurodivergence and chronic illness. Julissa shares her experience navigating overlapping ADHD and Bipolar symptoms while managing the daily reality of chronic pain. Together, we move past surface‑level talk and into the grit of medical advocacy, multi‑layered treatment, and the emotional labour of living in a body that doesn’t always cooperate with your brain. This episode centres one truth: self‑acceptance is the only bridge strong enough to hold all of it together. In this episode, we reframe: • The Comorbidity Puzzle — How to understand the overlap between ADHD and Bipolar symptoms without losing yourself in labels. • The Pain Loop — How chronic physical pain impacts executive function, mental energy, and daily capacity. • Systemic Advocacy — Navigating healthcare when you have a “complex” medical profile and need to be heard. • Holistic Support — Building a life that respects both your mental wiring and your physical limits. Sound bites “I’m on so many different meds.” “Using the spoons theory helps manage energy.” “Finding your tribe and being authentic.” Resources Triumph Over Struggles Advocacy and Consulting - https://www.triumphoverstruggles.com EMDR Therapy - https://emdr.com Polyvagal Theory - https://www.psychiatry.org/patients-families/polyvagal-theory Support for Neurodivergent Women - https://neuroclastic.com ADHD Medication Information - https://add.org/medications/ Understanding PMDD - https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/premenstrual-dysphoric-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20376789 Guest links LinkedIn - https://linkedin.com/in/julissagrozozski Instagram - https://instagram.com/julissagrozozski Healing isn't a straight line—it’s a multifaceted journey. Hit follow and join the project. | |||
| ADHD Rhythms & Recovery — Natural Alignment & Breaking the Cycle (with Kai Northcott) | 11 May 2026 | 01:06:30 | |
This week, Emma joins Kai Northcott to explore the intersection of neurodivergence, mental health, and recovery. Kai shares their journey with ADHD and Autism, revealing how stepping away from rigid societal expectations and toward natural rhythms can be a life‑saving shift. Together, we tackle tough topics — including the link between neurodiversity and addiction — and explore how self‑understanding becomes the ultimate tool for long‑term mental health. If you’ve spent your life trying to force a “linear” lifestyle onto a “cyclical” brain, this episode will help you find your flow. In this episode, we reframe: • Natural Alignment — How syncing with your body’s rhythms reduces ADHD “friction.” • The Addiction Link — Why neurodivergent brains are prone to self‑medicating and how to find healthier dopamine. • AuDHD Mental Health — Navigating the unique emotional landscape of being both Autistic and ADHD. • Holistic Management — Moving beyond checklists into a lifestyle that supports neurodiversity. Sound bites “The RADS‑R is 97% accurate for autism assessment.” “Connection is the antidote to addiction.” “The teachings are a finger pointing to the moon.” Guest links Website - https://eightseasonsconsulting.com Twitter - https://twitter.com/eightseasons Guest links LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kai8seasons/ Website - https://eightseasonsconsulting.com Stop fighting the tide; start learning the currents. Hit follow and join the project. | |||
| AuDHD & The Menopause Intersection - Education, Identity & Self‑Kindness (with Marie) | 11 May 2026 | 00:51:21 | |
What happens when the “busy” ADHD brain meets the “structured” Autistic mind? This week, Emma sits down with Marie for a deep dive into the dual diagnosis of ADHD and Autism. Marie shares her journey through the rigid world of higher education and the unique challenges of being neurodivergent while navigating menopause. This isn’t just about labels; it’s about the radical act of self‑kindness — learning to support your brain instead of fighting it. Together, we explore how to build support systems that actually work, why AuDHD creates a unique internal push‑pull between novelty and routine, and how the hormonal high‑wire act of menopause can amplify both ADHD and Autistic traits. For late‑diagnosed neurodivergent women, this conversation is a lifeline. In this episode, we reframe: • The AuDHD Profile — Navigating the internal tug‑of‑war between seeking novelty and needing routine. • Higher Ed & Neurodiversity — Strategies for surviving and thriving in academic environments. • The Menopause Factor — How hormonal changes can amplify ADHD and Autistic traits. • Radical Self‑Kindness — Moving from “I should be able to do this” to “How can I support myself?” Sound bites “Focus on what to eat, not what to avoid.” “Exercise is my medicine.” “Be kind to yourself above all.” Resources ADHD Foundation - https://www.adhdfoundation.org.uk/ Marie’s LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariehelenthebert/ Support for Neurodivergent Students in Higher Education - https://www.heacademy.ac.uk/knowledge-hub/supporting-neurodivergent-students-higher-education Guest links LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariehelenthebert It’s not a malfunction; it’s a complex operating system. Hit follow and join the project. | |||
| ADHD Regulation & Coaching — The Power of Pause (with Noemi) | 11 May 2026 | 00:58:48 | |
Self‑acceptance is the goal, but self‑regulation is the engine. This week, Emma is joined by Noemi to explore the shift from “finding out” you have ADHD to “learning how” to live with it. Noemi shares her personal discovery journey and how it led her to develop tailored coaching strategies that go far beyond simple organisation. Together, they dive into the science of regulation, the necessity of community support, and why true self‑acceptance requires more than a diagnosis — it requires a commitment to understanding your own nervous system. In this episode, we reframe: • Beyond the Diagnosis — Why “knowing” is just the first step toward “doing.” • The Regulation Key — Practical ways to manage your energy and emotions in a neurotypical world. • Tailored Strategies — Moving away from generic advice to find what actually sticks for your brain. • The Community Safety Net — Why neurodivergent support is a requirement, not a luxury. Sound bites “It’s a process and it’s a journey.” “Feel it, own it, then move on.” “Find your tribe and talk about it.” Resources The Spacious Brain Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/spacious-brain-podcast/idXXXXXX Noemi's Coaching Website - https://www.noemicoaching.com Genetic research on dyslexia and neurodivergence (February 2023) - https://www.researchgate.net/publication/XXXXXX Guest links LinkedIn - https://linkedin.com/in/noemi Twitter - https://twitter.com/noemi Stop fighting your fire; learn how to regulate the flame. Hit follow and join the project. | |||
| ADHD, Access & Representation - The Director’s Cut (with Elizabeth Victoria Evans) | 11 May 2026 | 02:49:10 | |
Is the world “accessible,” or is it just neurotypical with a few extra ramps? This week, Emma sits down for an epic, three‑hour deep‑dive with film producer and advocate Elizabeth Victoria Evans. This conversation is a raw, unfiltered look at what it means to be a neurodivergent woman in the high‑stakes world of media — where deadlines are rigid, expectations are unforgiving, and “accessibility” often means little more than a checkbox. Together, Emma and Elizabeth unpack access clashes — those moments where a flexible, fast brain meets an industry built on rigidity — and explore why true inclusion requires structural change, not symbolic gestures. Elizabeth shares her mission for authentic storytelling and explains why we don’t just need more neurodivergent characters on screen; we need more neurodivergent leaders behind the scenes shaping the stories themselves. Pack a lunch. This episode is a blueprint for anyone ready to kick the industry door open — and bring their community with them. In this episode, we reframe:
Themes: Access & Inclusion • Representation • Advocacy • Neurodivergent Women • Creative Industry Resources Where Do You Want Us? (Film) - https://example.com/wheredoyouwantus Oscar-Bright Film Festival - https://example.com/oscarbright Neurodiversity in Film and TV (Report) - https://example.com/neurodiversityreport Society for Neurodiversity - https://example.com/societyforneurodiversity Sound bites "Authentic storytelling is vital" "Be proud of your journey." "Representation in media matters" Guest links LinkedIn - https://linkedin.com/in/elizabethvictoriaevans Website - https://elizabethvictoriaevans.com Don't just fit into the story - produce it. Hit follow and join the project. | |||
| ADHD, Perception & Mental Health - The Social Mirror (with Michaela Adams) | 11 May 2026 | 01:00:32 | |
What happens when the world’s version of you doesn’t match your own? This week, Emma sits down with Michaela Adams to dissect the layers of the ADHD diagnosis journey. We move beyond the clinical checklist and into the Social Mirror - how societal perceptions, stigma, and misunderstanding shape the way neurodivergent adults see themselves. Michaela shares her personal management strategies and offers a raw, grounded look at the intersection of ADHD and broader mental health, proving that understanding your brain is the first step in reclaiming your narrative from a world that doesn’t always “get it.” In this episode, we reframe:
is the most effective "treatment" available. Themes: Perception Gap • Mental Health • Stigma • Self‑Awareness • ADHD Management Guest link LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelaadams Stop looking at the mirror; start looking at the map. Hit follow and join the project. | |||
| ADHD Coaching & Intergenerational Support - The Village Effect (with Jean Ramsey) | 11 May 2026 | 01:00:11 | |
It takes a village to raise a child — but it takes a reframed village to support a neurodivergent one. This week, Emma is joined by Jean Ramsey to explore the transformative impact of coaching beyond the individual. We look at the ripple effect: how understanding ADHD changes the way parents parent, how grandparents connect, and how educators lead. Jean shares deep insights into supporting neurodivergent children by shifting the focus from compliance to connection — and why this shift heals entire family systems. Whether you’re a parent in the thick of it, a grandparent wanting to understand, or an educator searching for a better way, this episode offers the practical strategies and emotional heart needed to build a supportive, neuro‑inclusive environment. In this episode, we reframe: • The Family Ripple Effect — How one diagnosis can heal relationships across generations. • Coaching in the Classroom — Moving educators from “managing behaviour” to “supporting brains.” • Grandparents & Neurodiversity — Bridging the generational gap in understanding ADHD. • Acceptance as Foundation — Why strategy fails without a baseline of emotional safety. Jean's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanramseycoach/ Support is a team sport. Hit follow and join the project. | |||
| ADHD Research & Personalised Pathways - The Environment & Gender Lens (with Steve Ollington) | 11 May 2026 | 02:09:34 | |
What if the ADHD you’ve been taught isn’t the ADHD you actually live? This week, Emma sits down with researcher Steve Ollington to bridge the gap between ADHD theory and lived reality. Steve shares findings from his deep‑dive research into neurodiversity, challenging the misconceptions that keep people stuck in shame. Together, they explore the critical role of environment in “activating” ADHD strengths, the nuanced gender differences in how symptoms manifest, and why the current one‑size‑fits‑all diagnostic path is failing so many adults. If you’re looking for the data to back up your intuition, this episode gives you the “why” behind the ADHD experience - and the “how” for building a life that actually fits your brain. In this episode, we reframe:
Steve's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/steveollington/ Steve's website - https://adhdworking.co.uk/ Steve's post on his website about this podcast - https://adhdworking.co.uk/uncategorized/adhd-reframed-podcast/ Knowledge is power; application is freedom. Hit follow and join the project. | |||
| ADHD Nursing & Women’s Diagnosis - The Clinical Insider (with Carolyn Mallon) | 11 May 2026 | 01:00:07 | |
What happens when the person treating the symptoms is also living them? This week, Emma is joined by Carolyn Mallon — a Nurse Practitioner who has dedicated her career to neurodivergent clients. Carolyn shares her own late‑diagnosis journey and pulls back the curtain on the specific hurdles women face in the medical system. From navigating healthcare complexity to practical, nurse‑approved strategies for daily life and education, this episode is a masterclass in medical self‑advocacy and clinical compassion. If you’ve ever felt dismissed by a doctor or overwhelmed by the “admin” of being alive, Carolyn helps you reframe your care — with evidence, empathy, and lived experience. In this episode, we reframe: • The Gender Gap in Medicine — Why ADHD in women is still misdiagnosed as anxiety or depression. • Clinical Self‑Advocacy — How to talk to your healthcare provider to get the support you actually need. • The Nurse’s Toolkit — Practical, daily management strategies for “living” with ADHD beyond the pill bottle. • Education & Neurodiversity — Bridging the gap between medical needs and classroom reality. Resources Carolyn's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/cmallonrn/ Carolyn's website - https://balancementalhealth.com/ ADHD Resources for Women - https://www.additudemag.com/adhd-women/ You are the expert on your own experience. Hit follow and join the project. | |||
| ADHD Coaching & Workplace Rights — The Professional Pivot (with Emma Stone) | 11 May 2026 | 00:40:56 | |
Diagnosis is the map. Coaching is the compass. This week, Emma sits down with Emma Stone, co‑founder of the ADHD Coaching Agency, to unpack the critical difference between “general” life coaching and neuro‑specialised support. Together, they explore why trained ADHD coaches are essential for navigating workplace friction, how to advocate for your rights inside neurotypical corporate structures, and why society is finally waking up to the value of the divergent brain. If you’ve ever felt like you’re “failing” at professional life, this episode reframes the truth: you aren’t the problem — the system’s lack of specialised support is. In this episode, we reframe: • The Coaching Standard — Why specialised ADHD training is non‑negotiable for real results. • Workplace Advocacy — How to secure the accommodations you need to actually thrive. • The Agency Model — How collective support is transforming the diagnosis journey for adults. • Societal Shifting — Moving from “accommodating” ADHD to valuing it as a professional asset. Emma's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-stone-providing-gold-standard-adhd-and-audhd-coaches/ Emma's website - https://www.adhdcoachingagency.com/client-form-page Stop trying to "fix" your brain; start coaching it. Hit follow and join the project. | |||
| ADHD Resilience & Long‑Game Strategy - The 40‑Year Strategy (with Nick) | 11 May 2026 | 01:06:44 | |
What happens when you stop surviving your life and start strategising for your brain. This week, Nick joins the project to recount his diagnosis in his 40s - a decade when many men find themselves at a breaking point. Together, we move beyond the “why me” and into the “how to”: how to leverage ADHD traits as assets in learning, work, and identity rather than treating them as hurdles to clear. Nick shares his personal blueprint for turning distractibility into rapid‑fire learning, building resilience after years of confusion, and discovering the quiet power of self‑acceptance. This episode is a masterclass for anyone who received their answer “late” but is ready to make the most of it. Themes: Late Diagnosis • Resilience • Adult Learning • Identity Shift • Self‑Acceptance In this episode, we reframe:
Resources Nick's Book: ADHD Superpowers - https://www.amazon.com/Organized-Chaos-ADHD-Superpowers-ebook/dp/B0XXXXXX Support for Neurodivergent Students - University Resources - https://www.universitysupport.com The ADHD Reframed Podcast - https://www.adhdreframed.com Guest links LinkedIn - https://linkedin.com/in/nicklennonbarrett Twitter - https://twitter.com/nicklennonbarrett It’s not too late to rewrite your manual. Hit follow and join the project. | |||
| ADHD Creativity & Self‑Advocacy - The Birthday Breakthrough (with Debra Broadhurst) | 11 May 2026 | 01:20:28 | |
What if your wildest traits were actually your greatest gifts? In this special birthday episode, Emma is joined by Deborah for a vibrant, joy‑filled conversation about radical self‑discovery. Together, they move past the struggle and straight into the Superpower Era — exploring how creativity, intuition, emotional intensity, and “too muchness” become strengths when you stop shrinking and start harnessing the electricity of your neurodivergence. Deborah shares her personal roadmap through the diagnosis process, her honest experiences with medication, and the moment she realised she could advocate for her needs in a world that wasn’t built for her brain. If you’re craving positivity, colour, and proof that ADHD can be managed with grace (and a lot of spark), this episode is your birthday gift. In this episode, we reframe: • The Superpower Narrative — How to find the creative edge in your ADHD traits and turn intensity into innovation. • Medication Truths — A candid look at the trial‑and‑error process of finding what works for your brain. • The Advocacy Muscle — How to stand up for your needs without apology — and why it changes everything. • Positivity as a Practice — Using self‑acceptance as fuel for your next chapter of growth, creativity, and confidence. Resources ADHD diagnosis and support resources - https://www.additudemag.com/adhd-diagnosis-support/ Self-advocacy strategies for ADHD - https://www.understood.org/en/articles/self-advocacy-for-adhd Mindfulness and emotional regulation tools - https://www.headspace.com/ Books on ADHD strengths and management - https://www.amazon.com/s?k=adhd+strengths+and+management Deborah's personal journey and insights (LinkedIn) - https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborah-broadhurst/ You aren't a problem to be solved; you're a force to be felt. Hit follow and join the project. | |||
| ADHD Money, Dopamine Debt & Impulsive Spending — The ADHD Tax (with Abby Burch) | 11 May 2026 | 01:01:58 | |
Is it a spending problem, or a dopamine deficit? This week, Emma sits down with money expert Abby Birch to tackle the final frontier of ADHD shame: Finances. Abby shares her own journey as a newly diagnosed ADHDer navigating the world of professional finance, exposing how systemic barriers and impulsive "brain-hacking" through shopping can lead to a cycle of debt and guilt. This isn't your typical "stop buying lattes" advice. We’re reframing financial management through a neurodivergent lens, offering practical, shame-free strategies to take control of your money without fighting your brain’s natural wiring. In this episode, we reframe:
This isn’t your typical “stop buying lattes” advice. It’s a reframing of money management through a neurodivergent lens — offering practical, shame‑free strategies that work with your brain instead of against it. Together, Emma and Abby explore how impulsivity, dopamine deficits, and outdated financial systems collide — and how transparency, community, and self‑compassion can break the cycle. Is it a spending problem — or a dopamine deficit? This week, Emma sits down with money expert Abby Birch to tackle the final frontier of ADHD shame: Finances. Abby shares her journey as a newly diagnosed ADHDer working inside the world of professional finance, exposing how systemic barriers and impulsive “brain‑hacking” through shopping can create a cycle of debt, guilt, and self‑blame. This isn’t your typical “stop buying lattes” advice. It’s a reframing of money management through a neurodivergent lens — offering practical, shame‑free strategies that work with your brain instead of against it. Together, Emma and Abby explore how impulsivity, dopamine deficits, and outdated financial systems collide — and how transparency, community, and self‑compassion can break the cycle. Resources Step Change Debt Charity - https://www.stepchange.org/ Monzo Bank - https://monzo.com/ Martin Lewis's Demotivator Tool - https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/savings/demotivator/ Rich and Roxy on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@richandroxy Guest links LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/abbybirch/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@abbybirch Your bank account isn't your worth. Hit follow and join the project. | |||
| ADHD Authenticity, Humor & Masking — Finding Your Tribe (with Sue Conboy) | 11 May 2026 | 01:04:59 | |
Is your “professional persona” just a very expensive mask? In this episode, Emma and Sue Conboy explore the loud, funny, and deeply human side of neurodivergence — and the radical freedom that comes when you finally drop the act. They unpack how humour becomes a resilience tool, why masking leads to burnout, and how “professionalism” often punishes authenticity. This conversation is a celebration of unfiltered personality, community, and the moment you realise you’re not “too much” — you’re exactly enough. Themes: Masking • Authenticity • ADHD Humour • Burnout • Neurodivergent Community Guest: Sue Conboy — LinkedIn Movement: Ditch the filter. Resources Sue Conboy’s LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sueconboy Blue Light Neurodiversity Project - https://bluelightneurodiversity.org Brilliantly Diverse (Saskia's organisation) - https://brilliantlydiverse.com Chesney Hawks - Smash It To Pieces - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=example Dolly Parton - https://www.dollyparton.com Ditch the filter. Hit follow and join the project. | |||
| ADHD Late Discovery & Identity Renaissance - The Great Pivot (with Gareth) #BeMorePear | 11 May 2026 | 01:00:29 | |
What if a late ADHD diagnosis isn’t a crisis — but a renaissance? In this episode, Emma and Gareth explore the “Great Pivot,” the moment life finally makes sense and identity begins to rebuild from truth instead of survival. Together they unpack the grief period, the relief of understanding your fast brain, and the transformation that happens when you stop fighting your wiring and start leveraging it. From professional breakthroughs to personal healing, Gareth shows how late discovery becomes the beginning of your most aligned, liberated chapter. Themes: Late Diagnosis • Identity Shift • Reinvention • Self‑Acceptance • Authenticity Guest: Gareth — LinkedIn & Socials Movement: The clock didn’t start until you knew the truth. Resources ADHD Awareness and Support Resources - https://www.additudemag.com/ Gareth's Music and Creativity - https://www.garethmusic.com The Reframe Programme for Neurodiversity - https://www.reframe.org Book: The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle - https://www.amazon.com/Power-Now-Guide-Spiritual-Enlightenment/dp/1577314808 Guest links LinkedIn - https://linkedin.com/in/gareth Twitter - https://twitter.com/gareth The clock didn't start until you knew the truth. Hit follow and join the project. | |||
| ADHD Trauma, Resilience & The Mission The Root of the Project Podcastathon Special: FINDtheADHDgirls | 11 May 2026 | 00:26:41 | |
Disclaimer: This episode contains references to childhood trauma, abuse, addiction, and parental overdose. What happens to the girls we don’t find? In this special Podcastathon episode supporting FINDtheADHDgirls, Emma steps out from behind the mic to share the personal story that shaped The ADHD Reframed Project — a story about the high cost of being an undiagnosed ADHD girl in a world that never knew how to see you. Emma traces the line from invisible childhood struggle to adult trauma, addiction, and loss, revealing how missed ADHD doesn’t just shape identity — it shapes survival. This episode is a call to action: early identification isn’t optional. It’s life‑saving. Themes: Trauma • Inattentive Girls • Late Diagnosis • Advocacy • Survival & Resilience Movement: Survival is the first step. Reframing is the second. Emma traces the line from an invisible childhood struggle to the adult realities of trauma, addiction, and parental loss — showing how missed ADHD in girls doesn’t just shape identity; it shapes survival. This episode is a call to action. Early identification isn’t a “nice idea.” It’s a life‑saving necessity. Survival is the first step. Reframing is the second. Hit follow and join the project. | |||
| ADHD Professionals, Tech Culture & Truth‑Telling - Navigating the Silicon Grind (with Adam Clowes) | 11 May 2026 | 00:50:17 | |
Can you be high‑performing and highly neurodivergent at the same time? Absolutely - if you stop trying to perform “normal” and start leading with your fast brain. This week, Emma sits down with tech industry pro Adam Clowes to explore the reality of managing a high‑velocity neurodivergent mind inside a high‑pressure industry. Adam opens up about his journey from discovery to advocacy, proving that success in tech isn’t about fixing your ADHD - it’s about finding the authenticity to lead with it. From the importance of supportive relationships to the “mental health tax” of corporate culture, Adam offers a masterclass in self‑acceptance for every professional who has ever felt like an imposter in rooms built for slower brains. This isn’t a conversation about productivity. It’s a conversation about identity, sustainability, and truth‑telling. Guest links LinkedIn - https://linkedin.com/in/adamclowes Success doesn't have a single shape. Hit follow and join the project. A raw, modern conversation about ADHD in tech, authenticity, advocacy, and the mental health tax of high‑pressure industries. Adam Clowes and Emma explore what it means to be both high‑performing and highly neurodivergent - without losing yourself in the process. | |||
| Evolutionary ADHD, Hunter Brains & Coaching - The Hunter in the Office (with Michael Ling) | 11 May 2026 | 00:35:30 | |
What if ADHD isn’t a deficit - but an evolutionary design? In this episode, Emma and ADHD coach Michael Ling explore the Hunter vs. Farmer hypothesis, a powerful reframe that explains why traditional productivity systems fail ADHD brains and why “normal” was never built for us. Michael shares his diagnosis story, the physical sting of RSD, and how working with ancestral wiring unlocks confidence, clarity, and self‑acceptance. This conversation is about evolution, identity, and liberation — not focus. Themes: Evolutionary ADHD • Hunter vs Farmer • RSD • Productivity • Ancestral Wiring Movement: You aren’t malformed; you’re evolved. Michael's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaellingcoaching/ Michael's website - https://www.michaellingcoaching.com/ You aren't malformed; you're evolved. Hit follow and join the project. | |||
| Neurodivergent Students, Self‑Acceptance & Kindness - Safe to Learn (with Marianne) 🎓 | 11 May 2026 | 01:17:09 | |
Learning can’t happen without safety. In this episode, Emma and Marianne explore what neurodivergent students actually need to thrive - emotional safety, kindness, and the freedom to drop the mask. They unpack why the brain shuts down under threat, how kindness acts as a neurological catalyst, and why self‑advocacy becomes possible only when students feel seen, understood, and protected. This conversation reframes the classroom from a place to “get through” into a space where different minds can finally thrive. Themes: Neurodivergent Students • Emotional Safety • Kindness • Self‑Advocacy • Masking Movement: Kindness isn’t soft. Kindness is a strategy. This episode reframes the classroom as more than a place to “get through.” It becomes a space for advocacy, understanding, and the celebration of different minds - a place where neurodivergent students aren’t just surviving, but finally thriving. Kindness isn’t soft. Kindness is a strategy. Hit follow and join the project. | |||
| Inattentive Girls, Late Diagnosis & ADHD Advocacy — The 30‑Year Detour (with Cynthia Hammer) | 11 May 2026 | 00:42:01 | |
What happens when inattentive‑type ADHD in girls goes unnoticed for decades? Cynthia Hammer joins Emma to share her journey from a diagnosis at 49 to becoming one of the most influential voices in ADHD advocacy for women and girls. Together, they unpack why inattentive ADHD is still being missed, how early screening could prevent years of shame and self‑doubt, and the systemic shifts finally happening across the UK and US. This episode is a masterclass in turning three decades of “chaos” into leadership, community, and self‑compassion. Themes: Inattentive ADHD • Women & Girls • Late Diagnosis • Advocacy • Screening Gaps Movement: It’s never too late to find your tribe. Guest Links Cynthia's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/cynthia-hammer/ Inattentive ADHD Coalition - https://www.iadhd.org/ FINDtheADHDgirls - https://www.iadhd.org/findtheadhdgirls It’s never too late to find your tribe. Hit follow and join the project. | |||
| AuDHD Men, Masculinity & Unmasking — The Lethal Cost of “Normal” (with Neal Glendenning) | 11 May 2026 | 00:32:35 | |
What happens when “The Strong Silent Type” isn’t silent at all - just masking for survival? In this raw conversation, Neal Glendenning joins Emma to expose the lived reality of AuDHD men who’ve spent decades performing “normal” while quietly drowning under misdiagnosis, masculinity myths, and the pressure to stay stoic. This episode goes beyond focus and productivity. It’s about survival, identity, system failure, and the radical act of unmasking. Neal shares an unfiltered truth that reframes “disorder” into divergence - and challenges everything we think we know about ADHD, Autism, and masculinity. Themes: AuDHD • Masculinity • Masking • Misdiagnosis • Identity • Unmasking Movement: The rules are broken. Let’s rewrite them. Guest: Neal's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/neal-glendenning-142406a4/ Neal's website - https://www.theneuroinclusionproject.co.uk/ The rules are broken. Let’s rewrite them. Hit follow and join the project. | |||
| ADHD Writing, Hyperfocus & Mind Maps - The Writing Wall (with Susanne Schotanus) | 11 May 2026 | 01:00:44 | |
Writing isn’t about discipline - it’s about understanding how your ADHD brain thinks. In this episode, Susanne, the world’s first ADHD writing coach for adults, joins Emma to reframe writing as a strengths‑based, visual, nonlinear process built for neurodivergent minds. From hyperfocus crashes to mind‑mapping, academic pressure, and energy management, this conversation dismantles the myth that writing is about “just sitting down and doing it.” Instead, it becomes a game you can actually win. Themes: ADHD Writing • Hyperfocus • Mind Mapping • Academic Pressure • Energy Management Free Workbook: passionatewritercoaching.com/adhd-reframed-project Guest: Susanne Schotanus — LinkedIn & Website Affiliate: Speechify (Emma’s link) Movement: Stop fighting the page. Reclaim ADHD. And yes - she’s giving your listeners a free workbook designed specifically for ADHD brains. You’ve uploaded the PDF, and listeners can download their own copy here: https://passionatewritercoaching.com/adhd-reframed-project/ Guest Links LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanne-schotanus/ Website - Susanne@passionatewritercoaching.com Emma's affiliate link for Speechify - https://speechify.com/text-to-speech-online/?utm_campaign=partners&utm_content=rewardful&via=emma-craven Stop fighting the page. Hit follow and join the project. | |||
| ADHD Distance Learning, Dopamine & Self‑Doubt - The Degree Dilemma (with Alex Turpell) | 11 May 2026 | 00:40:07 | |
Does university feel like it was built for a version of you that doesn’t exist? In this episode, Alex Turpell joins Emma to unpack the reality of navigating higher education with a late ADHD diagnosis - the confusion, the grief, the relief, and the constant negotiation between what your brain needs and what the system demands. They go beyond study tips to explore dopamine crashes, emotional dysregulation, hormonal shifts, distance‑learning isolation, and what it’s really like to start ADHD medication as an adult. This is an honest conversation about unmasking, rebuilding confidence, and reframing education to fit your brain — not the other way around. Themes: ADHD Students • Distance Learning • Dopamine • Self‑Doubt • Late Diagnosis • Academic Masking Movement: Reclaim ADHD. No shame. No silence. | |||
| ADHD Women, Perimenopause & Future Reframing - Stop Fitting In (with Dr. Cristina Louk) | 11 May 2026 | 00:52:05 | |
What if you’re not broken - just living in a world built for a different brain? In this premiere episode, Emma and Dr. Cristina Louk dive into the realities of ADHD in women, late diagnosis, perimenopause, identity reconstruction, and the emotional weight of masking. They explore ADHD as a neurotype, not a disorder - and how trauma, hormones, and social conditioning shape the way women experience their brains. This conversation is a call to stop shrinking, stop performing “normal,” and start reframing ADHD as a competitive advantage. Themes: Women & ADHD • Perimenopause • Identity & Masking • Late Diagnosis • RSD • Neurotype Reframing Movement: Reclaim ADHD. No shame. No silence. Cristina's website - peacehumanistic.com Cristina's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/cristinalouk/ Ready to reframe your story? Hit follow and join the project. | |||
| Welcome & Introduction | 01 Jan 2026 | 00:02:35 | |
Welcome to the ADHD Reframed Project! This podcast is dedicated to those who often feel misunderstood, dismissed, or labelled as "too much" or "not enough." In each episode, the focus will be on reframing ADHD. Our discussions dive deep into topics that resonate with many — identity, masking, hormonal influences for women, the experience of late diagnosis, and practical study skills. As I mentioned, some episodes stretch to two hours or more, but that’s intentional. Each conversation is rich with insights that deserve thorough exploration. My website offers curated pathways to explore specific topics like ADHD in women, late diagnosis, and systemic reform. https://the-adhd-reframed-project.com/ Whenever you're ready to embark on your reframing journey, know that you are not alone. This is a movement that means the world to me, my passion, my enthusiasm, and my commitment to supporting you. I invite you to hit follow, share the episodes that speak to you, and together let’s reclaim your ADHD through raw, real, and unfiltered conversations. Take care for now, and enjoy the journey! "A Shift in Perspective: Conversations That Matter." "These are not quick tips; they are real stories, real experiences, and real reframing." Join the Movement | |||