Best Betty & Laura Podcasts (2024)

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From Shame To Sexual Pleasure: Carrying Betty Dodson’s Legacy With Laura Bogush (S4E1) 51:14

26d ago51:14

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So many women find it difficult to fully embrace their body and sexuality because of the weight of shame and societal expectations around sex. In this powerful episode, join Clare Sente in Season 4's premiere as she welcomes Laura Bogush, who carries on the legacy of sex educator Betty Dodson (Guru of Self Pleasure). Together, they explore the tran…

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The Most ADHD Things of June/July '24 38:06

1h ago38:06

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Live from Edinburgh Fringe, (well, sort of) two emotionally exhausted late discovered ADHD women use the very little energy they have to raise ADHD awareness with 'the ultimate shame eradicator'. After a horrible day we lift our spirits and hopefully yours too by sharing June and July's 'Most ADHD Thing' entries from Patreon Community Members & @ad…

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Episode 415 - Historical Fiction Author Panel - LIVE From Bryant Park 51:45

1d ago51:45

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Historical Fiction Novelists Marjan Kamali, Ann Hood and Iris Mwanza live from Bryant Park Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Hosted by actress Ilana Levine

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Rewriting Your Sexual Story With Nadia Lune (S4E3) 40:58

5d ago40:58

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Clare Sente talks with fellow sex coach Nadia Lune about her work as a Queer and Gender Expansive Coach to help women and gender-expansive beings reclaim their power by reclaiming their sexuality. When rewriting our sexual story, we take a look at how our sexual story was given to us and whether the labels we hold are the labels that represent who …

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CHINWAG: Discrimination, Boundaries & ADHD Acceptance: Catherine Millan 1:05:16

6d ago1:05:16

1:05:16

'Have you seen Slumdog Millionaire?' This informal chat with Catherine Millan is as much about Destiny and Dharma as it is all that the episode title denotes. Late discovered ADHDer Catherine and I were thinking about that same film at the exact same moment, and this picture in which she blends in with the ADHDAF leopard print is again a total 'coi…

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Episode 414 - Bill Rauch 29:15

8d ago29:15

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Bill Rauch is the inaugural Artistic Director of Perelman Performing Arts Center. His work as a theater director has been seen across the nation, from low-income community centers to Broadway in the Tony Award-winning production of Robert Schenkkan’s All the Way and its sequel The Great Society, as well as at many of the largest regional theaters i…

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36. Coming Out Later in Life with Jillian Abby, author of Perfectly Queer 46:02

12d ago46:02

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In this episode, I chat with author, Jillian Abby, as we discuss the topic of coming out later in life, which she chronicles in her memoir, Perfectly Queer: Facing Big Fears, Living Hard Truths, and Loving Myself Fully Out of the Closet. Jillian's story, which she shares in her book, is about her coming out later in life - after a nineteen-year mar…

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Why is Nicole Nadler (Still) LIke This?! 1:03:40

13d ago1:03:40

1:03:40

'It takes courage to grow up and become who you really are'... or 'it might be a flop' ;) Two years on from her original ADHD AF interview, one year since her very successful ADHD awareness raising one-woman show, and 3 days prior to the sequel; I catch up with Actress, Writer and Edinbrugh Fringe Superstar Nicole Nadler / 'Optimistic Meg'. Nicole …

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Episode 413 - Danya Taymor and Emma Pittman 57:45

15d ago57:45

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Emma Pittman is a Mississippi native, Wagner College graduate, and winner of “The Search For Roxie.” Broadway: Chicago (Roxie & Annie), Back to the Future OBC (Ensemble) Regional: The Drowsy Chaperone (Janet), Damn Yankees (Lola). Emma is also a teaching artist, director, and choreographer. Her choreography credits include: On the Twentieth Century…

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Pleasure Is A Necessity: Unlocking A Healthier And Happier Life With Neuroscientist Nan Wise, PhD - Part 1 (S4E2) 56:16

18d ago56:16

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Mastering our emotional instincts is key to unlocking a healthier and happier life. Join this episode as Dr. Nan Wise—a neuroscientist, a sex therapist, and author of the book, Why Good Sex Matters: Understanding the Neuroscience of Pleasure, for a Smarter, Happier, and More Purpose-Filled Life—explains about the Seven Basic Emotional Instincts wir…

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Episode 412 - BETTY 58:56

22d ago58:56

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Legendary Indie Rock trio BETTY, Alyson Palmer (vocals, bass, guitar), Elizabeth Ziff (vocals, guitar, electronic programming) and her sister, Amy Ziff (vocals and cello), use beguiling melodies, compelling lyrics and signature harmonies to create energetic live shows that mix music, performance art, politics and comedy. BETTY sings of joy, love, l…

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35. Ben Greene, author of My Child is Trans, Now What? 43:16

22d ago43:16

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Speaker, author, and an LGBTQ+ inclusion advocate, Ben Greene, joins me on the podcast to chat about his book, My Child is Trans, Now What? A Joy-Centered Approach to Support. Ben is a transgender man who is using his voice and his experience to educate parents and families as they navigate questions regarding their child's coming out as transgende…

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Kat Brown: ADHD is NOT a bloody trend! Part 2 56:00

29d ago56:00

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Kat Brown returns for the second instalment of this crucial conversation. If you've not heard part 1, you can listen HERE Kat shares her late discovered ADHD experience which led to her writing the PHENOMENAL 'It's Not A Bloody Trend: Understanding Life as an ADHD Adult'. Although there is so much laughter and inspiration in this interview/chinwag …

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Kat Brown: ADHD is NOT a bloody trend! Part 1 54:08

27d ago54:08

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Episode 411 - Water For Elephants on Broadway 57:04

29d ago57:04

57:04

WADE McCOLLUM (Actor) Broadway: Wicked (Witch’s Father, Wizard/Dr. Dillamond cover) London’s West End: World Premiere of It Happened in Key West (Carl) Broadway Tours: Lincoln Center Theatre’s My Fair Lady (Karpathy/Higgins cover), Priscilla Queen Of The Desert (Tick/Mitzi), Jersey Boys (Norm). Off-Broadway: Make Me Gorgeous, (Kate/Kenneth Marlowe)…

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Libby 'Topple and Burn' Freeman: ADHD & Justice Sensitivity 48:29

1M ago48:29

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Late discovered ADHD LEGEND Libby Freeman's Justice Sensitivity fuelled a 'campaign of rage' that is adored and adorned the world over, whilst doing a great deal of good. This hero is the founder of Topple and Burn, only the coolest jewellery brand EVER which began as a way for Libby to raise funds for her refugee charity Calais Action. Thank you s…

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Episode 410 - Elisabeth Seldes Annacone 48:39

1M ago48:39

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Elisabeth Seldes Annacone is a screenwriter, producer and educator with over three decades experience in film & TV. Her career started working with Oliver Stone on WALL STREET, TALK RADIO, and BORN ON THE 4TH OF JULY. Elisabeth then served as VP for Francis Ford Coppola, during DRACULA, SECRET GARDEN, and BUDDY. As a Sr. VP at MGM, Elisabeth had a …

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Episode 409 - Calista Flockhart 55:39

1M ago55:39

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Calista can be seen starring in Ryan Murphy’s series FEUD: Capote Vs. The Swans. The second installment of the Feud anthology is based on Capote's Women by Laurence Leamer and focuses on the story of how Truman Capote befriended society women Barbara "Babe" Paley, Gloria Guinness, Marella Agnelli, Slim Hayward, Pamela Churchill, C. Z. Guest, and Ja…

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THE TIME IS NOW! 4:01

1M ago4:01

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TODAY'S THE DAY TO HAVE YOUR SAY! A few quick TITBITS about VOTING in the UK General Election.... Polling Stations are open TODAY, Thursday 4th July '24 - NOW until 10pm TONIGHT - If you're stuck in choice paralysis of who to Vote for TAKE THIS QUICK QUIZ - Info of where to Vote is on your Polling Card but DON'T WORRY if you can find it, you can fi…

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Alex Partridge: ADHD, Alcoholism & Anxiety 1:05:16

1M ago1:05:16

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Wureeay LADS LADS LADS! ;) Mr LADBible himself; The wonderful Alex Partridge of ADHD Chatter shares his ADHD ‘safari’ in this very special episode. Alex began his podcast to help others not feel as broken as he did prior to ADHD Diagnosis just 1.5 years ago. I loved being a guest on ADHD Chatter as much as I loved this podswap! Alex has been sober …

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ADHD & LGBTQIA+ Pride: CJ DeBarra 1:04:26

1M ago1:04:26

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Today is the last day of LGBTQIA+ Pride Month and tomorrow is the first day of Disability Pride Month. Celebrating both is the LEGENDARY CJ DeBarra who is Proud to be Queer and Proud to be Neurodivergent! Alongside sharing their lived experience of ADHD, Generalised Anxiety Disorder and Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Author CJ is giving away a copy…

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Secrets Of Female Pleasure With Sheri Winston 54:27

2M ago54:27

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Wholistic Sex Educator and author of Women's Anatomy of Arousal: Secret Maps to Buried Pleasure, Sheri Winston talks with Clare Sente about teaching pleasure-centered sex ed for grown-ups. She coined the term, "FEN" = Female Erectile Network. Come learn about female anatomy related to great sex, you will never be able to look at a jumbo roll of pap…

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Episode 408 - The Notebook On Broadway 55:24

2M ago55:24

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Dorian Harewood Broadway: The Mighty Gents, Streamers, Don' f Call Back, Two Gentlemen of Verona, Jesus Christ Superstar. National Tour: Kiss of the Spider Woman, Madame Lily, Miss Moffat. Regional: Purley (Kennedy Center). Film: Gothika, Levity, Pacific Heights, Full Metal Jacket, The Falcon and the Snowman, Against All Odds. TV: "Big Sky, " "Bel-…

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Neurodistinct:The Black Dyspraxic, Tumi Sotire 1:01:34

2M ago1:01:34

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Tumi is a multiple award-winning neurodiversity speaker, advocate, and researcher, committed to prioritising intersectionality in the neurodiversity space and raising awareness of Dyspraxia worldwide with his amazing platform The Black Dyspraxic. According to the (now closed) Dyspraxia Foundation, around 50% of people with dyspraxia also have ADHD.…

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Episode 407 - Samantha Pauly 36:16

2M ago36:16

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SAMANTHA PAULY : Grammy nominee, Drama Desk winner. Broadway: Original Katherine Howard in SIX. West End: Eva Peron in Jamie Lloyd’s critically acclaimed Evita. Regional: SIX, Honeymoon In Vegas, Elf, Hairspray, Godspell, and more. Represented by Stewart Talent, Lohne/Graham Management, Gersh Agency, Imprint PR. @sampauly Learn more about your ad c…

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Tatton Spiller: YES IT'S F@%*ING POLITICAL! 44:12

2M ago44:12

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The title of this very special interview with Simple Politics founder Tatton Spiller was going to be: 'Peace, Love and Politics', but I just couldn't resist the urge to reference one of my favourite Skunk Anansie chooons! Simple Politics is a hugely successful project run by Tatton and a team of legends, making politics clear and interesting; as if…

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Episode 406 - Kecia Lewis 32:29

2M ago32:29

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Kecia Lewis is celebrating 40 triumphant years as a dynamic storyteller on stage and screen in the entertainment industry. Lewis' rich career of portraying formidable women has come full circle with her critically acclaimed, Tony, Drama Desk, Drama League, Outer Critics Circle nominated, and Lucille Lortel Award winning performance of Miss Liza Jan…

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34. Gay Weddings and Proposal Stories 25:44

2M ago25:44

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Happy Pride, everyone! For Pride Month, I thought it would be fun to hear some proposal and wedding stories because who doesn't love a gay wedding? In this episode, a few of my past guests share their proposal stories and some of their favorite moments from their weddings. Whether you're in the LGBTQ+ community or an ally, I think you'll enjoy it. …

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The Most ADHD Things of May '24 55:00

2M ago55:00

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I am joined once again by my husband 'Big' to share May's Most ADHD Thing entries from Planet ADHDAF Community Members & @adhdafpodcast followers. The ultimate shame eradicator raises ADHD Awareness, breaks the stigma and connects ADHDers with the knowledge WE ARE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER and ADHD IS REAL! If ADHD has ever made you feel Alienated, UNIT…

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TITBIT: People Pleasing Hack - Meghann Birks Coaching 11:39

2M ago11:39

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Are you a recovering People Pleaser? I'm trying! ...Thankfully help is at hand. I'm joined once again by the wonderful ADHD Coach: Meghann Birks! In this 10 minute micro-chinwag, Meghann reframes the common ADHD trait of People Pleasing into 'Peace Keeping' - eradicating the shame many of us feel around it, to disempower it and help to empower suff…

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Orgasmic Activation: The Key to Unlocking Orgasmic Potential with Susan Bratton 50:37

2M ago50:37

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Warning: This episode contains explicit sexual content not meant for minors. Ready for a journey that promises to uncover layers of pleasure you never knew existed? Join Clare Sente and "Intimacy Expert to Millions💋" Susan Bratton as they talk about orgasms and explore techniques to cultivate a variety of orgasmic experiences. Discover the secrets …

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Episode 405 - Eden Espinosa 32:33

2M ago32:33

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Eden Espinosa - After developing Lempicka at The Williamstown Theatre Festival and The Jolla Playhouse, Eden is thrilled to return to Broadway and originate her second titular role. Broadway: Wicked (Elphaba), Rent (Maureen), Brooklyn the Musical (Broadway). Tour: Falsettos (Trina, National Tour). Off-Broadway: Gardens of Anuncia (Mami, Lincoln Cen…

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33. How to Wear Your Pride as an Ally: a chat with Laura Stuart of jewelry brand Laura Elizabeth 37:16

3M ago37:16

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In 2021, I got a DM from a jeweler designer named Laura Stuart. She reached out, asking for some feedback on a couple of jewelry designs. She was creating some pieces that she was designing at the request of a grandmother whose grandson was being bullied at school for being gay, and the grandmother wanted Laura's help in designing something that wo…

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C.L Bauer Author Chat. 22:25

3M ago22:25

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It was great to have Clara Bauer back on the show to talk about what's new in her cozy universe. To keep up with her and her characters follow her at https://clbauer.com/

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Author Chat with Renee Benson 32:06

3M ago32:06

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I had so much fun talking with Renee about her mystery books and all things cozy. Including our shared love of dogs. to follow Renee join her at her website. https://www.reneegbenson.com/

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Tanya Bardsley: ADHD Advocacy, Motherhood & Recovery 52:37

3M ago52:37

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The LEGENDARY Tanya Bardsley joins me for this crucial conversation, and I LOVE IT! Which is why I'm so grateful and excited to get to interview her again on stage at Flackstock Festival in July in ADHDAF Emporium! In this episode, the late discovered ADHD Advocate, TV star and Transformational Coach shares her inspiring story, of battling the comm…

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Episode 404 - Ben Shenkman 56:40

3M ago56:40

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Ben Shenkman recently completed his seventh season of BILLIONS and recurred on the final season of THE GOOD FIGHT, Peacock's THE CALLING, and Robert & Michelle King's Spectrum limited series THE BITE. He had regular roles on Shondaland's ABC series FOR THE PEOPLE and five seasons of ROYAL PAINS, recurred on CURB YOUR ENTHUSIASM, and was featured in…

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Suzi Ruffell: ADHD, Dyslexia and Comedy 50:58

3M ago50:58

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I’m so excited to have the LEGENDARY Comedian & Author Suzi Ruffell hop aboard the late ADHD discovery rollercoaster this week! Despite being diagnosed with Dyslexia as a child, Suzi’s ADHD went undiscovered until very recently. Labelled ‘hyper’ as a child, Suzi found school really difficult, which inevitably led to truancy, which is common for man…

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Episode 403 - Winnie Holzman and Paul Dooley 58:48

3M ago58:48

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Winnie Holzman’s so-called writing career began innocently enough, writing and performing sketch material with the comedy group “Serious Bizness.” Next came an MFA from NYU in musical theatre, as well as a musical: “Birds of Paradise,” which was produced Off-Broadway and directed by her teacher, Arthur Laurents. She soon shifted gears, (and coasts)…

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32. Can Lesbians Say "Gay"? (solo episode) 12:15

3M ago12:15

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"I've noticed more lesbian women referring to themselves as gay... I'm curious as to why." This is something someone said to me recently. An inference that lesbians (like myself) were using the wrong word. At first, I was a bit shocked by the question because I've never known anyone who was bothered by it. Like, this isn't new. Lesbians say gay. It…

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Author Chat With Betty Hechtman 20:37

3M ago20:37

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I had so much fun chatting with Betty bout her books and crochet. You can follow Betty at https://bettyhechtman.com/crochetMysteries.html or on goodreads at https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/1268493.Betty_Hechtman

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ADHD Self Diagnosis with Lucy of Lucy & Yak 46:43

3M ago46:43

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One more time for the people at the back: SELF DIAGNOSIS IS VALID! To help scream this essential message to the masses is the legendary Lucy Greenwood, founder of clothing brand Lucy & Yak. ACTUAL LUCY! And she's just the best! So grateful to Lucy and her dog Louis for sharing her late ADHD discovery, Self Diagnosis 'safari' AND a very special DISC…

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Episode 402 - You Can Count On Me Reunion Recorded Live at The Center at West Park 54:16

3M ago54:16

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Welcome to a conversation hosted by Ilana Levine with the director, writer and stars of You Can Count on Me. Recorded live in NYC with guests Kenneth Lonergan, Laura Linney, Mark Ruffalo, Rory Culkin and J. Smith-Cameron. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Hosted by actress Ilana Levine

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CHINWAG: ADHD Self Sabotage with Kim Pierpoint 52:40

3M ago52:40

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Many ADHDers experience Self Sabotage; the most frustrating part is that it can be so hard to spot! So where is the long awaited Season 3?! Well... there isn't gonna be one! :) I've realised that the fear of 'the Season that shall not be named' failing has led me down a path of Self Sabotage so severe I've been stuck for months so instead I'm just …

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Author Chat With Marcy Blesy 19:43

3M ago19:43

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I had so much fun talking with Marcy about her books and cozy mystery writing. to follow her check out her website at https://marcyblesy.com/ and on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Marcy%20Blesy/author/B00AAOR252

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Author Chat with Helen Gold 27:36

3M ago27:36

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I had a great time talking with Helen about her books and life in England. You can follow her on Facebook at Helen Golden uthor, or you can follow her news letter at: www.subscribepage.com/helengoldenauthor_nls

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TITBIT: ADHD Unmasking Hack - Meghann Birks Coaching 12:49

3M ago12:49

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Many late discovered ADHD adults find it hard to know where to begin when it comes to ADHD Unmasking. In this micro-episode ADHD Coach Meghann Birks gives us her top tip to help unpick those negative beliefs we've accumulated to help us find our authentic selves. I had the pleasure of being interviewed by Meghann on her amazing Podcast: Sisters in …

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Episode 401 - Jeremy Shamos 56:33

3M ago56:33

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Jeremy Shamos was nominated for a Tony Award for his performance in the Pulitzer Prize winning play CLYBOURNE PARK, for which he also received Lucille Lortel Award and Drama League Award nominations. His other stage appearances include the Broadway productions of Steve Martin’s METEOR SHOWER, Michael Frayn’s NOISES OFF, Richard Greenberg’s THE ASSE…

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Author chat with Jinny Alexander 27:44

3M ago27:44

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It was so much fun talking with Jinny about her latest project. it was great hearing about what's been going on in her life since we last spoke. You can follow and keep up with Jinny at her facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JinnyAlexanderAuthorher instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jinnyalexanderauthorher tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jinnyale…

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Most ADHD Things April '24 / TWO YEARS OF ADHAF! 36:43

3M ago36:43

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On this very day TWO YEARS ago the first ever episode of ADHD AF went live! That is why this celebratory 'Most ADHD Things' episode is out today and absolutely not because I forgot to do the April instalment... which, incidentally is my Most ADHD Thing of the month! LOLS I am joined once a month by my husband 'Big' to share your entries, the ultima…

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