Best Peter Shankman Podcasts (2024)

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Understanding The Noise and Anxiety with Author Sam Led 13:45

23h ago13:45

13:45

Having ADD or ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their ADD and ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become milliona…

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ADHD Is Awesome - The Holderness Family 24:50

3d ago24:50

24:50

Having ADD or ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their ADD and ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become milliona…

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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Neurodiversity with Jessica McCarthy, Psy.D 17:49

17d ago17:49

17:49

Having ADD or ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their ADD and ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become milliona…

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Overcoming Fear, Stuttering, and Crushing Negative Thought Patterns with Jeffrey Gurian 16:28

1M ago16:28

16:28

Having #ADD or #ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their #ADD and #ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become mill…

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Your Outlaw Brain with Alan Brown Recorded Live at ADHD Con 2023 22:58

1M ago22:58

22:58

Today’s episode features Alan Brown, the ADD Crusher! And it's a little different from the norm because it was recorded live at the 2023 ADHD Con during my Lunchtime Q&As with ADHD experts and dignitaries. Alan and I discuss his principles for success with ADHD. Managing our outlaw brain Doing what we didn’t want to do Not relying on motivation The…

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Overwhelm & Needing a Team with Dr Carolyn Lentzch-Parcells 43:17

2M ago43:17

43:17

Today, Dr. Carolyn, the ADHD MD returns to the show! We discuss: Overwhelm Work/Life Balance The risks of tasks that help us activate, but aren’t what we need to do Being a person on the internet The importance of having a team The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups REGISTRATION CLOSES FRIDAY! Learn More about Brendan and his work at: Jo…

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Helping ADHD Moms Overcome Their Symptoms With Anna Burns 14:05

2M ago14:05

14:05

Having #ADD or #ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their #ADD and #ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become mill…

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ADHD for Smart Ass Women with Tracy Otsuka 40:05

2M ago40:05

40:05

Content Warning - brief mention of suicide. Today, I’m joined by Tracey Otsuka author of ADHD for Smart Ass Women. In this episode Tracy talks to us about ADHD and women. We discuss: Gender norms and ADHD The lack of formal research on women with ADHD The connection between estrogen and dopamine Women and trauma Imposter Syndrome Procastivity ADHD …

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Theater As a Way To Cope With Undiagnosed #ADHD With Maria Austin 16:54

2M ago16:54

16:54

Having #ADD or #ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their #ADD and #ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become mill…

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Is ADHD an Interest Based Nervous System? with Dr William Dodson 39:42

2M ago39:42

39:42

Today, I’m joined by Dr. William Dodson. Now semi-retired, Dr. Dodson is a Board-Certified adult psychiatrist and was one of the first clinicians to specialize in adults with ADHD over 25 years ago. He has been on the faculties of Georgetown University and the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center. He was the recipient of the national Maxwe…

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The Sexual Turning Point for Society with Kim Airs 17:48

2M ago17:48

17:48

*In this episode, we discuss topics that are adult or sexual in nature. Listener discretion is advised.* Having #ADD or #ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their #ADD and #…

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Neurodiversity and Leadership with Talli Dolge and Amanda Morin 40:11

3M ago40:11

40:11

Today Talli Dolge and Amanda Morin join the pod. Talli is a national mental health strategic advisor and executive consultant, and the Founder and CEO of Mindful Workplace LLC. Amanda is a neurodivergent neurodiversity activist, award-winning author, certified educator, and nationally-known speaker. Tallia and Amanda have recently launched the Empa…

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ADHD Medication Part 1 with Dr Carolyn Lentzsch Parcells 38:01

3M ago38:01

38:01

Dr. Carolyn Lentzsch-Parcells joins us again! That’s right, it’s a rock-block of Dr. Carolyn! Carolyn is a pediatrician with ADHD who can talk about the disorder from any number of directions! You can find her on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as the ADHD MD. In an episode that is long overdue, Dr. Carolyn talks about ADHD medication - primarily s…

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Catching up with André Brisson: Why, How, and What to Do Growing up Being Told You Are Broken 20:40

3M ago20:40

20:40

Having #ADD or #ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their #ADD and #ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become mill…

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ADHD in Our Daily Lives with Dr Carolyn the ADHD MD 25:39

3M ago25:39

25:39

Today’s episode is a bit of a departure from the norm. In it, I’m joined by my friend Dr. Carolyn Lentzsch-Parcells, the ADHD MD! Carolyn is a pediatrician with ADHD who can talk about the disorder from any number of directions! She’s been on the show a few times, and will be joining me periodically to explore ADHD, and related topics. In a more pe…

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Peter Shankman and The Boy with the Faster Brain 31:41

3M ago31:41

31:41

In today’s episode we talk to Peter Shankman. Peter is an entrepreneur, a keynote speaker, the best-selling author of six books, founder of the neurodiversity consultancy firm Mental Capital, and he’s a dad. Peter talks to us about parenting, the power of getting out of your own element to get work done, and his recent children’s book, “The Boy wit…

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How Ice Baths Saved Her Life and Built Her Business with Ashley Claire Skywalker 17:44

3M ago17:44

17:44

Having #ADD or #ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their #ADD and #ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become mill…

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Globalizing mental healthcare with Leo Koesters 13:47

4M ago13:47

13:47

Having #ADD or #ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their #ADD and #ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become mill…

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ADHD and the Sandwich Generation with Anita Robertson LCSW 41:31

4M ago41:31

41:31

In today’s episode we talk to Anita Robertson, LCSW. Anita is an ADHD and relationship therapist. Her goal is to help individuals and couples understand ADHD and find the right systems that work for them. Anita talks to us about navigating the challenges of being in the sandwich generation while having ADHD. We discuss the challenges of caring for …

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Olympian Gracie Gold the “Out of Shape Worthless Loser” and Her Journey to Become an Olympic Bronze Medalist 33:01

4M ago33:01

33:01

Having #ADD or #ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their #ADD and #ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become mill…

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Turning Stress Into an Advantage with Resiliency Expert Deborah Gilboa 16:48

5M ago16:48

16:48

Having #ADD or #ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their #ADD and #ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become mill…

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UK Hypnotherapist Sean McNicholas on Working with Prisoners, The Concept of Trauma, and His Own ADHD 17:12

5M ago17:12

17:12

Having #ADD or #ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their #ADD and #ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become mill…

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Life Before Her Diagnosis and How Vanessa Jones Turned Her Divorce Into a Thriving Career 13:00

5M ago13:00

13:00

Having #ADD or #ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their #ADD and #ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become mill…

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ADHD Advocacy and Family with Mark Smeets 23:43

5M ago23:43

23:43

In today’s episode we talk to Mark Smeets. Mark is a neurodiversity advocate out of British Columbia, and the host of the “We are the ADHD Family” podcast. Mark talks to us about his family’s experience with ADHD. We discuss the journey to his son’s ADHD and autism diagnosis, how it led to his and his wife’s ADHD diagnoses, generational trauma, men…

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Mario Major on Neuro Universal Language Conceptual Creator + Aspergers Professional 12:57

5M ago12:57

12:57

Having #ADD or #ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their #ADD and #ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become mill…

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Introverted Extrovert Maggie Reed on Why We Love Being in the Limelight 19:12

6M ago19:12

19:12

Having #ADD or #ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their #ADD and #ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become mill…

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How to ADHD with author Jessica McCabe 38:55

6M ago38:55

38:55

In today’s episode we talk to Jessica McCabe! Jessica is the creator and host of How to ADHD on YouTube and author of a new book that came out yesterday! Jessica talks to us about that very book, aptly titled “How to ADHD”. We discuss her new book, as well as the importance of accessibility for ADHD folks, divergent vs convergent thinking, why tryi…

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ADHD and Eating with Dr. Roberto Olivardia 48:28

7M ago48:28

48:28

In today’s episode we talk to Dr. Roberto Olivardia. A Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Instructor of Psychology at Harvard Medical School, Dr. Olivaria specializes in ADHD, Executive functioning issues, and OCD, as well as Body Dysmorphic Disorder and eating disorders. Dr. Olivardia talks to us about ADHD and eating. We discuss the executive fun…

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Gifted and Distractible with Julie Skolnick, MA, JD 35:26

7M ago35:26

35:26

In today’s episode we talk to Julie Skolnick, founder of With Understanding Comes Calm. Julie guides parents of gifted and distractible children, mentors 2e adults, trains educators and advises professionals on how to bring out the best in, and raise self-confidence of, the 2e people in their lives. Julie talks to us about her new book, "Gifted and…

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How Natalie Tsiapalo Created Taskfulness to Fly From Ukraine to Berlin in 24hrs Flat 14:08

7M ago14:08

14:08

Having ADD or ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their ADD and ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become milliona…

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ROUGH CUT: ADHD Con 2023 Day 1 28:43

8M ago28:43

28:43

In this episode, I continue the tradition of dragging a bunch of people into my room to reflect on the day's events of the ADHD Conference. There were a bunch of us - Members of the Men's ADHD Support Group, Inger Shay Colzie, ADHD Nerd Dad, Teresa Taylor, ADHDruid, and Dr. Carolyn Lentzsch-Parcells - we had pizza. ADHD Essentials Links: Learn abou…

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Helping Kids Learn Learnfully with Suchi Deshpande 39:33

8M ago39:33

39:33

In today’s episode we talk to Suchi Deshpande. Suchi is the founder of Learnfully, a digital learning platform, balanced with insights from machine learning and expert human interaction. that connects specialists and caregivers to gain a deeper, more accurate, and actionable understanding of the learning needs of their kids. Suchi talks to us about…

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The Art of Talking with Children with Rebecca Rolland 33:34

8M ago33:34

33:34

In today’s episode of ADHD Essentials, we talk to Rebecca Rolland. Rebecca is an author, speech language pathologist and lecturer at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. She talks to us about her book, “The Art of Talking with Children”. We discuss the Zone of Proximal Development, the role of temperament in conversation, the principles of soc…

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Focus 101 with Cris Rat 14:52

8M ago14:52

14:52

In today’s episode, we talk to Cris -a web developer and software engineer who has created Focus101.com, an outstanding virtual body-doubling tool. Cris talks to us about how Focus 101 works, the power of co-working and bodydoubling, and the importance of playing with your own creations. Guest Links: Check Out Focus101.com here! ADHD Essentials Lin…

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Reflections on Helping with Your Helpful Host Brendan Mahan 9:57

8M ago9:57

9:57

It's just me for this episode. I'm sharing some reflections and lessons on helping that I've learned after the trials of the COVID pandemic, caring for a son with OCD, and supporting a dad with cancer. And stay to the end for a special announcement about my latest project! Links to the Friends and Colleagues I Thanked in this Episode: Jessica McCab…

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Masking, Immigration, and Mindfulness with Ying aka ADHDAsianGirl 34:53

9M ago34:53

34:53

In today’s episode, we talk to Ying, a Chinese immigrant to the United States who has ADHD who goes by the handle, ADHD Asian Girl on Twitter. She talks to us about how Asian cultural expectations affect her ADHD, cultural and neurodiverse masking, how ADHD increases challenges of being an immigrant, as well as mindfulness and the calming power of …

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Extra Focus with ADHD Jesse 40:45

9M ago40:45

40:45

In today’s episode, we talk to Jesse Anderson! Jessie is an ADHD influencer who goes by the handle ADHDJesse, and the author of “Extra Focus: The Quick Start Guide to Adult ADHD”. Jesse talks to us about his new book, “Extra Focus, and shares some tips from it. We discuss the modern view of ADHD, Jesse’s four Cs of motivation, and juggling chainsaw…

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The AntiPlanner with Dani Donovan 37:23

10M ago37:23

37:23

In today’s episode, we talk to ADHD creator and friend of the show, Dani Donovan! (Dani has created the Anti-Planner, a phenomenal tool for helping folks with ADHD get stuff done.) Dani talks to us about the Anti-Planner, and why it it such a powerful tool for folks with ADHD. She shares some of the strategies in it. Strategies that she actually us…

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“AuDHD & Me: Growing Up Distracted” by Laura Adams Promotes ADHD Awareness Support in Ireland 17:28

10M ago17:28

17:28

We are thrilled to be joined again by the makers of Skylight Calendar! Enjoy this podcast knowing that we used it to get this one to you on time! :-) You can order yours by going to www.skylightcal.com and using the discount code PETER for 10% off of this 15” device up to $30. Having ADD or ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around t…

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The Men’s ADHD Support Group with Marc Almodovar and Kristian Moton 39:03

10M ago39:03

39:03

In today’s episode, we talk about the Men’s ADHD Support Group with founders Marc Almodovar and Kristian Moton. Marc and Kristian discuss the reason they started the group, and the needs they’re meeting with it. They talk about the shame that ADHD and similar mental health struggles can create for men, how the cultural resistance to male vulnerabil…

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Entrepreneurs + Neurodiversity: Sophie Thomas on Coaching via Autism, ADHD and Dyspraxia 17:25

10M ago17:25

17:25

We are thrilled to be joined again by the makers of Skylight Calendar! Enjoy this podcast knowing that we used it to get this one to you on time! :-) You can order yours by going to www.skylightcal.com and using the discount code PETER for 10% off of this 15” device up to $30. Having ADD or ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around t…

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ADHD Bridges Meditating DJs and Rock-N-Roll: A Journey of Transformation with Entrepreneur Brett Greene 17:39

11M ago17:39

17:39

We are thrilled to be joined again by the makers of Skylight Calendar! Enjoy this podcast knowing that we used it to get this one to you on time! :-) You can order yours by going to www.skylightcal.com and using the discount code PETER for 10% off of this 15” device up to $30. Having ADD or ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around t…

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Parents With ADHD for Kids- An In-Depth Discussion by Jessa & Peter Shankman 17:32

11M ago17:32

17:32

We are thrilled to be joined again by the makers of Skylight Calendar! Enjoy this podcast knowing that we used it to get this one to you on time! :-) You can order yours by going to www.skylightcal.com and using the discount code PETER for 10% off of the 15” device up to $30. Having ADD or ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around th…

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Classroom Curriculum Training for Neurodiversity, Social Emotional Learning + ADHD: The Work Ahead 16:37

11M ago16:37

16:37

We are thrilled to be joined again by the makers of Skylight Frame! Enjoy this podcast knowing that we used it to get this one to you on time! :-) You can get yours too for TEN PERCENT OFF if you use the discount code: PeterShankman Enjoy! https://www.skylightframe.com/ Having ADD or ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the glob…

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Harnessing Hyperdrive: Meditation Techniques for ADHD Management + Growth w/ Zachary Foust 14:24

12M ago14:24

14:24

Having ADD or ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their ADD and ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become milliona…

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Dancing With ADHD: Embracing the Hyperactive Side of Neurodiversity Through Teaching With Dana Sproule 15:15

12M ago15:15

15:15

Having ADD or ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their ADD and ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become milliona…

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Language Learning on Speed: How We Neurodiverse Can Learn 30 Languages in 15 Hours! With Philippe Arseneault 18:31

1y ago18:31

18:31

Having ADD or ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their ADD and ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become milliona…

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Touched by a Horse: How Equine Coaching Helps ADHD Women Find Joy + Heal Trauma 12:06

1y ago12:06

12:06

Having ADD or ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their ADD and ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become milliona…

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Episode 250: OCD in the Family 1:07:43

1y ago1:07:43

1:07:43

This is the 250th episode of the ADHD Essentials Podcast. For those of you who have been wondering why the show has been inconsistent for the last little while, this is your answer. I hope you find meaning and comfort in our story. In today’s episode, my family and I share the mental health struggles that have affected our lives over the past four …

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Neurodiversity + Superpowers in the Supply Chain with Whiz Kid Joia McDaniel 15:29

1y ago15:29

15:29

Having ADD or ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their ADD and ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become milliona…

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