ADHDville Podcast - Let's chat ADHD

Welcome back to ADHDville, where the detours are landmarks and distractions are the main roads! Join hosts Paul and Martin (co-ex mayors of ADHDville) as they catch up on the chaos, triumphs, and hilarious mishaps of their ADHD lives in this episode of ‘The Good, Bad, and Ugly. Don’t forget to subscribe and ring the bell—because in ADHDville, you never know what’s around the next corner!See our beautiful faces on YouTubePut quill to paper and send us an email at: [email protected]/Focus music from Martin (AKA Thinking Fish)Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

Join your hosts, Paul & Martin (the ex co-mayors of ADHDville), as they take a deep dive into the surprisingly fascinating (and sometimes bizarre) connection between ADHD and SMELL.Why do some ADHDers crave the scent of petrol, old books, or cinnamon like it’s a dopamine buffet? Why do certain perfumes make us want to gag? And—wait—did Martin just drop the horrifying truth that we start smelling like old people in our 50s?!In this episode, we’re sniffing out the science, swapping weird smell-related childhood stories (magnesium ribbon cigarettes, anyone?), and debating whether TikTok fame is worth an Adderall color lottery.So whether you’re hypersensitive to smells or couldn’t detect a gas leak if your life depended on it, hop into our metaphorical tractor (don’t ask) and ride along through ADHDville—where detours are the scenic route, and distractions are part of the charm.Stay pungent, friends.Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.    Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.This is an entertainment podcast and does not substitute for individualized specialist advice.

Join your hosts, Paul & Martin, as they navigate the chaotic, hilarious, and oh-so-relatable world of ADHD. In this episode, they attempt (and almost fail) to discuss 10 Reasons We’re Jealous of About Neurotypicals—but technical glitches, forgotten scripts, and a deep dive into emotional stability (or lack thereof) take center stage instead.🔹 Highlights:- "We lost 30 minutes of pure podcast gold—sorry, world!"-  Paul’s struggle with remembering 700+ Italian names (brain says NO)-  Why neurotypicals get to be "understood by default" (and we don’t)-  The eternal battle: dopamine vs. peace (can we have both?)🚜 Hop on the ADHDville tractor (metaphorically) and join the chaos. Whether you’re here for the laughs, the rants, or the occasional deep thought, you’re in good company.🔔 Subscribe now for fresh episodes every Tuesday!💬 Comment below—what’s your ADHD jealousy list?Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.    Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.This is an entertainment podcast and does not substitute for individualized specialist advice.

Welcome back to ADHDville, the podcast where hosts Paul and Martin (ex-co Mayors of ADHDville) explore the wild, wonderful, and sometimes confusing world of ADHD—and beyond!  This week, we’re diving into a big question: Could we also be autistic? 🤔     In this episode:   - We take online autism tests (AQ-10, CAT-Q, RAADS-R) and share our scores.   - The overlap between ADHD & autism—why so many of us wonder if we’re masking traits.   - Hilarious (and revealing) Autism quiz questions like: "Do you have compulsive thoughts about getting injured in extremely specific ways?" (Wait, is that not normal?)   - Pub Quiz Time! Test your knowledge on bizarre animal space experiments (spoiler: one is a total lie).   - A listener question: "How do I remember to drink water?!" (Spoiler: We struggle too, but we’ve got hacks.)    Whether you’re neurodivergent, questioning, or just love a good detour into random facts (hello, space geckos, this episode is for you!    💬 Drop a comment: Did you take an autism test? What was your score? Let’s chat!   👍 Subscribe for fresh ADHD (and maybe autism?) insights every Tuesday!   💬 Put quill to paper and send us an email at: [email protected]    Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.    Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.This is an entertainment podcast and does not substitute for individualized specialist advice.

Ever felt like your brain runs on a different operating system? You’re not alone. Join us Martin (diagnosed in 2013) and Paul (late-diagnosed ADHD) as we explore the weird, wonderful, and wildly relatable realities of life after an ADHD diagnosis (official or self-diagnosed) - where suddenly, everything makes sense (and also… doesn’t).In this episode, we unpack: - ADHD sensory quirks (why your favorite spoon matters) - Hypervigilance & emotional intelligence (reading rooms like a pro) - The loneliness of unmasking and why diagnosis can feel like "ADHD on steroids" - Neurodivergent burnout vs. "laziness" – spoiler: it’s not what you think - Rejecting "normal" – why traditional productivity hacks fail ADHD brainsWhether you’re newly diagnosed, self-identifying, or just ADHD-curious, this is your invitation to ADHDville: a place where distractions are landmarks, detours are the main roads, and your brain isn’t broken! No really!See our beautiful faces on YouTubePut quill to paper and send us an email at: [email protected]/Focus music from Martin (AKA Thinking Fish)Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

Welcome back to ADHDville, where the detours are landmarks and distractions are the main roads! Join hosts Paul and Martin (co-ex mayors of ADHDville) as they catch up on the chaos, triumphs, and hilarious mishaps of their ADHD lives in this episode of ‘The Good, Bad, and Ugly.’ From teaching escapades and meds mishaps to Scottish pub quizzes and unnamed donkeys, it’s another unfiltered adventure in neurodivergence. Buckle up for laughs, relatable struggles, and maybe even a bagpipe victory fanfare. Don’t forget to subscribe and ring the bell—because in ADHDville, you never know what’s around the next corner!See our beautiful faces on YouTubePut quill to paper and send us an email at: [email protected]/Focus music from Martin (AKA Thinking Fish)Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

Ever hit that "What the actual fck?"* phase with ADHD? You’re not alone. In this week’s episode of ADHDville, hosts Paul and Martin (co-ex mayors of ADHDville) dive into the rollercoaster of hyperfixating on ADHD—then burning out on it. From identity crises to feeling "done" with the entire conversation, they explore why so many of us reach the "stop the ride, I want to get off" moment—and how to navigate it.- The denial of an ADHD diagnosis phase - Rejection, shame, and the "who even am I?" phase - Why ADHD can get boring (yes, really) phase - The final 'letting go' phase - Stretch Armstrong deep dives (because why not?)Whether you’re deep in research mode or totally over it, this one’s for you. Hit subscribe so you don’t miss the chaos—and drop a comment: Have you ever "hyperfixed out" on ADHD?🚜 Hop on the tractor—we’re heading to the farm (metaphorically).See our beautiful faces on YouTubePut quill to paper and send us an email at: [email protected]/Focus music from Martin (AKA Thinking Fish)Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

Join Paul and Martin (co-ex mayors of ADHDville) in this eye-opening episode of ADHDville as they explore the fascinating link between ADHD and hypermobility (Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome). Did you know people with ADHD are twice as likely to have hypermobile joints? From chronic pain to sensory sensitivities, the duo dives into the science, personal experiences, and why this overlap matters.Some Topics Covered: What is hypermobility, and how is it connected to ADHD? Shared symptoms: clumsiness, chronic pain, and posture struggles Why ADHDers might ignore pain—until it’s too late Celebrities like David Bowie and Simone Biles who have both The genetics behind it (spoiler: thank your family’s collagen!)Whether you’re bendy, ADHD, or just curious, this episode is packed with laughs, insights, and a few tractor metaphors. 🚜📌 Subscribe for fresh ADHD content every Tuesday!📌 Comment below—do YOU have hypermobility? Let’s chat!See our beautiful faces on YouTubePut quill to paper and send us an email at: [email protected]/Focus music from Martin (AKA Thinking Fish)Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

In this episode of ADHDville, hosts Paul and Martin (co-ex mayores of ADHDville) dive into the power of community for ADHDers—exploring how we subconsciously build support networks, even when feeling like outsiders. From childhood connections and shared humor to workplace tribes and online bonds, they discuss the joy of finding "your people" and the relief of unmasking. Whether it’s through music, creativity, or a well-tested joke, discover how ADHDers magnetically attract their tribe. Tune in for laughs, relatable stories, and the comfort of knowing you’re not alone.

Join Martin West and Paul Thompson in ADHDville, the podcast where ADHD meets entertainment! In this episode, Martin and Paul dive into the fascinating world of famous historical figures who may have exhibited ADHD traits. From hyper-focused scientists to impulsive artists, they explore how ADHD-like characteristics have shaped the lives and legacies of some of history's most iconic personalities.

Join hosts Martin and Paul in ADHDville as they welcome Jenny Lucas, a late-diagnosed ADHDer and autism advocate, for a heartfelt and thought-provoking conversation. This episode dives into the concept of Sonder—the profound realization that every stranger has a life as vivid and complex as your own—and how it connects to ADHD and neurodivergence.Jenny shares her journey of discovering her ADHD and autism diagnoses in 2022, the challenges of navigating life undiagnosed, and how she’s now helping others through coaching, her podcast (Autism, ADHD, and Us Three), and her upcoming book. Together, they explore how empathy and self-awareness can transform relationships and self-perception. also, the importance of community for late-diagnosed adults and the power of sharing stories.Tune in for a mix of humor, insight, and raw honesty as Jenny, Martin, and Paul reflect on the complexities of ADHD, the beauty of human connection, and why understanding Sonder can change the way we see the world.Links to all things JennySee our beautiful faces on YouTubePut quill to paper and send us an email at: [email protected]/Focus music from Martin (AKA Thinking Fish)Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

Join hosts Martin and Paul in ADHDville as they sit down with the incredible Vanessa for a raw and inspiring conversation about her lifelong journey with ADHD. From being labeled a "gifted child" to battling misdiagnoses, self-medication, and societal stigma, Vanessa shares how she finally took control of her life—diagnosing herself, sourcing medication, and building a thriving business.We get into the challenges of late ADHD diagnosis and the impact on mental health. How Vanessa turned her life around, achieving sobriety and success. And why ADHD is more than just "losing your keys" or "look, a squirrel!"—it’s a serious condition that deserves understanding and support.🎧 Tune in to hear Vanessa’s powerful story and learn why self-awareness and determination can change everything. Whether you’re navigating ADHD yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode is a must-listen.See our beautiful faces on YouTubePut quill to paper and send us an email at: [email protected]/Focus music from Martin (AKA Thinking Fish)Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

Paul and Martin (ex-mayors of ADHDville) now look back over their lives. If you've ever looked back at your life after an ADHD diagnosis and thought, 'What could have been?' - this episode is for you. We're diving into the regrets of a late diagnosis, the what-ifs, and the moments that make you wonder how things might have been different. Let's get into it.See our beautiful faces on YouTubePut quill to paper and send us an email at: [email protected]/Focus music from Martin (AKA Thinking Fish)Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

Paul and MArtin (ex-mayors of ADHDville) are caught off guard when they have technical difficulties. They forge on in true ADHD fashion, flying by the seats of their pants for this unscripted mess of an episode.See our beautiful faces on YouTubePut quill to paper and send us an email at: [email protected]/Focus music from Martin (AKA Thinking Fish)Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

Paul and Martin (ex-mayors of ADHDville) ask: what does the future hold for ADHD? In this episode, we explore how our understanding of ADHD might evolve, from better diagnosis and support to shifting societal attitudes. Will workplaces adapt? Will technology help or hurt? And what about the possibility of a new name—or even a world designed with ADHD brains in mind? Join us as we dive into the possibilities, the challenges, and the hope for a future that finally gets it.See our beautiful faces on YouTubePut quill to paper and send us an email at: [email protected]/Focus music from Martin (AKA Thinking Fish)Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

PART 2. Paul and Martin (ex-Mayors of ADHDville) ask the question, Why does modern life feel so overwhelming for people with ADHD? in this episode, we explore the struggles of navigating a world that wasn't built for ADHD brains. From constant distractions to rigid routines, societal norms clash with the way our minds work - and we're here to break it all down.   In this two part series, we'll uncover why things like 9-to-5 schedules. sensory overload, and information overload hit differently for people with ADHD. Plus, we'll share relatable stories and a few laughs along the way.See our beautiful faces on YouTubePut quill to paper and send us an email at: [email protected]/Focus music from Martin (AKA Thinking Fish)Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

PART ONE.Paul and Martin (ex-Mayors of ADHDville) ask the question, Why does modern life feel so overwhelming for people with ADHD? in this episode, we explore the struggles of navigating a world that wasn't built for ADHD brains. From constant distractions to rigid routines, societal norms clash with the way our minds work - and we're here to break it all down.   In this two part series, we'll uncover why things like 9-to-5 schedules. sensory overload, and information overload hit differently for people with ADHD. Plus, we'll share relatable stories and a few laughs along the way!See our beautiful faces on YouTubePut quill to paper and send us an email at: [email protected]/Focus music from Martin (AKA Thinking Fish)Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

This week, incumbent Mayors of ADHDville (Paul and Martin) are up for re-election. These episodes are pulled from the archive and were missing a few episodes. (coz ADHD). These three episodes will get everyone up to date on the ADHD mayor elections. Who will win? Listen and find out!

Paul and Martin (co-mayors of ADHDville) catch up on their ADHD lives!See our beautiful faces on YouTubePut quill to paper and send us an email at: [email protected]/Focus music from Martin (AKA Thinking Fish)Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

Paul and Martin (co-mayors of ADHDville) chat about New Year Resolutions and why they suck. Let's get into it shall we?See our beautiful faces on YouTubePut quill to paper and send us an email at: [email protected]/Focus music from Martin (AKA Thinking Fish)Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

Paul and Martin (co-mayors of ADHDville) get into an aspect of ADHD, disassociation. It's that mental state where you feel disconnected from your thoughts, emotions, surroundings, or sense of self. often as a response to stress, overwhelm or boredom.See our beautiful faces on YouTubePut quill to paper and send us an email at: [email protected]/Focus music from Martin (AKA Thinking Fish)Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

Paul and Martin . . .  ya da ya da ya da ADHD ... its a shorter episode with a snack quiz

Paul and Martin (co-mayors of ADHDville) get into the minefield that is a Neurodivergent christmas. Deck the halls with hilarious stories of christmases long, long ago as well as some sage (and onion) advice on how to survive the holidays!See our beautiful faces on YouTubePut quill to paper and send us an email at: [email protected]/Focus music from Martin (AKA Thinking Fish)Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

Paul and Martin (co-mayors of ADHDville) get into an interesting ADHD co-morbidity, Oppositional Defiance Disorder. Let's just say its complicated but we tell you what it is and some helpful advice! Enjoy!See our beautiful faces on YouTubePut quill to paper and send us an email at: [email protected]/Focus music from Martin (AKA Thinking Fish)Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

Paul and Martin (joint Mayors of ADHDville) discuss what you can expect after you find out you have ADHD. You could be self-diagnoses or have an official diagnosis, but once you wrap you start to accept that your brain might work differently your life will never be the same again. As we always say, ADHD is a journey of discovery with all its ups and downs. Find out what that journey could look like and what milestones you might hit along the way. Everyone is different so their is really no 'one path' but can we find some common ground? Let's find out. See our beautiful faces on YouTubePut quill to paper and send us an email at: [email protected]/Focus music from Martin (AKA Thinking Fish)Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

Paul and Martin (co-mayors of ADHDville)  explore the connection between ADHD and humor, asking, Are people with ADHD naturally funnier? Through stories and insights, it delves into how ADHD traits shape comedic perspectives. 

Recorded mid october, Paul and Martin (co-mayors of ADHDville) catch up on their ADHD lives. They both seem to be struggling, but is that light up ahead or a pigeon with a flash light?See our beautiful faces on YouTubePut quill to paper and send us an email at: [email protected]/Focus music from Martin (AKA Thinking Fish)Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

Paul and Martin (co-mayors of ADHDville) are joined by Italian musician and teacher, Alice. We have a lovely chat and she shares her life with autism, how it has impacted her creative life and her professional life. Ciao!See our beautiful faces on YouTubePut quill to paper and send us an email at: [email protected]/Focus music from Martin (AKA Thinking Fish)Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

Paul and Martin (co-Mayors of ADHDville)  chat about common experiences of ADHD, particularly weird and often overlooked aspects, like sensory sensitivities and intrusive thoughts. Share your own experiences in the comments and we will discuss them in the next '20 Weird Things' episode. Join us! This podcast episode aims to create a sense of community for people with ADHD and to normalize the often quirky nature of neurodivergence.See our beautiful faces on YouTubePut quill to paper and send us an email at: [email protected]/Focus music from Martin (AKA Thinking Fish)Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

Paul and Martin (co-mayors of ADHDville) head down the path they both know very well, shame spirals! ADHD shame spirals are a painful cycle of self-criticism and guilt that can follow challenges with focus, organization, or meeting expectations. When someone with ADHD misses a deadline, forgets a task, or struggles to keep up, they often internalize these moments as personal failures, leading to intense feelings of inadequacy and shame. This shame can trigger avoidance or procrastination, which then leads to further setbacks and reinforces the cycle. Understanding that these struggles are symptoms of ADHD, not personal failings, is key to breaking the spiral, building self-compassion, and finding effective strategies to manage ADHD.We also have a quiz (WARNING! Paul decided to do a quiz that involved anal surgery, so if that's going to put you off your cornflakes, better jump out before it starts! See our beautiful faces on YouTubePut quill to paper and send us an email at: [email protected]/Focus music from Martin (AKA Thinking Fish)Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

Paul and Martin (co Mayors of ADHDville) chat about ADHD awareness, well, October is ADHD Month, so it seemed appropriate. You can trust us to make this most worthy of subjects as entertaining as we can. Enjoy.Find out more at adhdawarenessmonth.org See our beautiful faces on YouTubePut quill to paper and send us an email at: [email protected]/Focus music from Martin (AKA Thinking Fish)Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

Paul and Martin (co-mayors of ADHDville) reveal the top 20 weird things about their ADHD. You will not see any of them coming! Adult ADHD comes with all kids of weird and wonderful side-effects. These aren't symptoms of ADHD as such, you're not gonna get diagnosed based on any of these fun foibles, but enough! Let's dive headfirst into the co-mayors weird skulls bags.See our beautiful faces on YouTubePut quill to paper and send us an email at: [email protected]/Focus music from Martin (AKA Thinking Fish)Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

Recorded late September, Paul and Martin (co Mayors of ADHDville) catch up on each others ADHD lives. We get into it about toothpaste, where Vacuum cleaners went wrong and marathon hallucinations! Plus we have a small quiz to round things off. Enjpy! 

Paul and Martin (co-Mayors of ADHDville) chat about how doing a podcast about ADHD for a year has changed them. We also have the One Year Celebration Quiz Off... Who will be the first Quiz King?See our beautiful faces on YouTubePut quill to paper and send us an email at: [email protected]/Focus music from Martin (AKA Thinking Fish)Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

Paul and Martin (co-mayors of ADHDville) chat about ADHD burnout. ADHD burnout is more than just feeling tired—it's a state of complete mental and physical exhaustion that comes from constantly pushing yourself to keep up. It’s the result of battling distractions, hyperfocus, and the rollercoaster of energy levels. In this video, we’ll dive into what ADHD burnout really feels like and how to start healing from it.See our beautiful faces on YouTubePut quill to paper and send us an email at: [email protected]/Focus music from Martin (AKA Thinking Fish)Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

Martin (co-mayor of ADHDville) is without his co-mayor, but all is not lost. He is joined by Lucy from the Tik Toks!  We talk about her life with Adult ADHD, being a mum of a neurodivergent family, and the challenges she faced moving and living in the UK. Lucy was an absolutely lovely guest and we hope you enjoy the episode.Follow Lucy on TikTok: @oceanrainbownoirSee our beautiful faces on YouTubePut quill to paper and send us an email at: [email protected]/Focus music from Martin (AKA Thinking Fish)Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

Paul and Martin (co-Mayors of ADHDville)  chat about ADHD medication and whether it affects your personality. We answer a bunch of comments on our social feeds so maybe your comment is read out! That's something to tell the grandchildren eh?See our beautiful faces on YouTubePut quill to paper and send us an email at: [email protected]/Focus music from Martin (AKA Thinking Fish)Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

Paul and Martin (co-Mayors of ADHDville) talk about Narcissism. Martin opens up about his difficult relationship with his mother. We talk about the similarities between ADHD and Narcissism and how to spot a narc. This is for all those who have a narcissist parent but also those that have a narcissist partner.See our beautiful faces on YouTubePut quill to paper and send us an email at: [email protected]/Focus music from Martin (AKA Thinking Fish)Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

Paul and Martin (co-Mayors of ADHDville) update us on their ADHD lives. This was recorded back in July and I cant for the life of me remember what's going on... so we can all find out together eh?

This week, Paul and Martin (co-mayors of ADHDville) chat about emotional dysregulation. You know, that thing where you seem to go from zero to one hundred. Its all to do with our brains. It can effect work and your homelife and can lead to self-doubt, isolation, depression and self-esteem issues. But the boys have some strategies that might help. See our beautiful faces on YouTubePut quill to paper and send us an email at: [email protected]/Focus music from Martin (AKA Thinking Fish)Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

Paul and martin (co-Mayors of ADHDville) catch up on each others ADHD lives. You know the drill, but it starts of with an interesting question.

Paul and Martin (co-Mayors of ADHDville) ramble on about the Olympics and ADHD with a large slice of British TV thrown in for good measure because... you know, ADHD. See our beautiful faces on YouTubePut quill to paper and send us an email at: [email protected]/Focus music from Martin (AKA Thinking Fish)Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

Paul and Martin (co-Mayors of ADHDville) chat to Seth Davidson, School Psychologist on ADHD at school. We get into accommodations and Paul picks up some tips for his classrooms, and Martin's phone goes off embarassingly in the middle of the pod. Fifty lines for him! A+ all round!See our beautiful faces on YouTubeSETH'S LINKS:Universal Design for Learning (UDL)Know Your rights: Section 504 of the Rehabilitation ActUnderstanding IEPsPut quill to paper and send us an email at: [email protected]/Focus music from Martin (AKA Thinking Fish)Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

Paul and Martin (co-Mayors of ADHDville) chat about people pleasing, you know, that thing where we exhaust ourselves making sure everyone else is happy and exhaust ourselves in the process. Along the way we learn about Martin's grandad and his staggering food choices and Paul goes off menu in the staff canteen. See our beautiful faces on YouTubePut quill to paper and send us an email at: [email protected]/Focus music from Martin (AKA Thinking Fish)Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

Paul and Martin (co-Mayors of ADHDville) chat about ADHD Tax. And along the way Martin talks about the time he got arrested and Paul gets all medieval on us. See our beautiful faces on YouTubePut quill to paper and send us an email at: [email protected]/Focus music from Martin (AKA Thinking Fish)Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

Paul and Martin (co-Mayors of ADHDville) chat about when you're really focused on something, or in a flow and someone interrupts us! Oh, the anger comes up really quick, right? Along the way the boys get into why and give us some great examples of how that comes up in everyday life. BTW - Due to some recording issues, part of the quiz is missing... you're not going insane. See our beautiful faces on YouTubePut quill to paper and send us an email at: [email protected]/Focus music from Martin (AKA Thinking Fish)Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

Paul and Martin (co-Mayors of ADHDville) answer a listener question: How does ADHD fit in the modern workforce? Adult ADHD and work doesn't always go together so well, and that's not suprising as the modern workplace is just not set up for Neurodivergent people.  See our beautiful faces on YouTubePut quill to paper and send us an email at: [email protected]/Focus music from Martin (AKA Thinking Fish)Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

Paul and Martin (co-Mayors of ADHDville) chat to David about his ADHD life. We discover his fishy past and how his ADHD diagnosis has turned his life around. Enjoy!See our beautiful faces on YouTubePut quill to paper and send us an email at: [email protected]/Focus music from Martin (AKA Thinking Fish)Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

Paul and Martin (co-Mayors of ADHDville) chat about what makes ADHD worse!  Does coffee make it ADHD worse, lack of sleep? We have our lovely neurodivergent audience pitch in with their thoughts too. PLUS, arguably the craziest quiz we've ever done. See our beautiful faces on YouTubePut quill to paper and send us an email at: [email protected] music from Martin (AKA Thinking Fish)Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

Paul and Martin (co-Mayors of ADHDville) talk about ADHD and it's common co-partner, depression. But as always the lads keep the tone helpfully light! Also, we get into listener questions about the pre-saint that lived in the room next to Paul. See our beautiful faces on YouTubePut quill to paper and send us an email at: [email protected] music from Martin (AKA Thinking Fish)Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.Please remember:This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.