I'm ADHD! No You're Not

Content warning: This episode discusses suicide, addiction and child sexual abuse. If you would like support with anything discussed in this episode, please visit our help hub for resources:https://www.imadhdnoyourenot.com/help-hub/Joe Tracini is an award-winning comedian, Sunday Times bestselling author, and one of the most honest voices in the conversation around mental health. But this isn't a tidy recovery story. Joe sits down with Mine and Paul to talk about growing up as a child performer while his mum had a breakdown and his dad was absent. The years that followed saw Joe’s relationship with drugs and alcohol take over. 14 years of sobriety and soul searching later led him to a BPD diagnosis that finally gave him something to address, and an ADHD diagnosis that only came in 2025. It's raw, it's funny, it's one of the most remarkable conversations the podcast has ever had. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a searingly honest conversation with Mine and Paul, Gary Numan reflects on a childhood of expulsions, canings and the creeping realisation that he wasn't unlikeable, he was just wired differently. He talks about fatherhood, emotional dysregulation and his neurodivergent household.Oh, and David Bowie had him thrown out of a room once. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of I'm ADHD! No You’re Not, Mine & Paul sit down with 16-year-old podcaster and schoolboy Daniel Evans. Daniel isn’t talking about ADHD from a distance, he’s right in the middle of it, navigating school, friendships, expectations, and his own mind in real time. The conversation gets into what it actually feels like growing up neurodivergent today - the pressure to fit into a system that doesn’t work for you, the frustration of being misunderstood, and the constant mental noise that never really switches off. Daniel opens up about diagnosis, medication, burnout, and those days where everything feels too much, alongside the moments where things click and you feel unstoppable.Listen to Daniel’s podcast by searching for ‘The Danifesto’ or by following this link: https://podfollow.com/1853271462 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

She's played one of TV's most beloved midwives for over a decade - but until now, nobody knew Helen George has ADHD.In this exclusive episode, the Call the Midwife star opens up for the very first time about her diagnosis, why she waited four years to start medication, the chaos of ADHD parenting, and what it's like masking while acting in one of the world's most watched dramas. Welcome back to I’m ADHD! No You’re Not. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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In the final episode of series 4, Paul and Mine welcome the legendary Alison Moyet - the unmistakable voice behind Yazoo and one of the defining artists of the 80s alongside contemporaries like Depeche Mode - for a profoundly honest exploration of creativity, identity and neurodivergence.Alison reflects on growing up dyslexic in the 70s, feeling out of place, and discovering in later life that ADHD had been the invisible thread running through her childhood, her career, and even her early days emerging from the Essex electronic scene. She talks candidly about parenting neurodivergent children, navigating education systems that didn’t understand her, and how finally receiving an ADHD diagnosis helped her forgive decades of self-blame. Alison’s storytelling is warm, self-aware and richly human. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, punk icon John Lydon (Johnny Rotten) joins the mayhem, bringing his razor-sharp wit, childhood stories of meningitis and memory loss, brutal nun-schooling, empathy, pain, humour, drugs, love, loss, and a lifetime of refusing to sit neatly in anyone’s box - especially not one labelled ADHD. Part interview, part therapy session, and part verbal battle, this episode shows a side of John Lydon most people have never seen: tender, reflective, philosophical, and fiercely funny - even when he’s derailing every question Mine tries to ask.Never Mind the B*******, here’s the podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode was released early on our PatreonEngland prop and World Cup champion Hannah Botterman joins Mine and Paul for an honest, hilarious dive into life as a neurodivergent athlete. From growing up in a rugby family to being kicked out of college, from “van-life” painting and decorating to unexpectedly earning her England caps, Hannah shares the chaotic, funny, and vulnerable moments that shaped her.She opens up about her late ADHD diagnosis, emotional dysregulation, the impact on relationships, and how medication and understanding coaches changed everything. Hannah also talks about the post–World Cup crash, knee-slide injuries, LGBTQ+ visibility in sport, and what she hopes for the future of women’s rugby. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're on Patreon!In this illuminating conversation, Mine and Paul sit down with clinical psychologist and UCL researcher Dr. Josh Stott, the lead author behind the recent study that sparked national headlines when it contended that adults diagnosed with ADHD have a reduced life expectancy. Dr. Stott clarifies what the data actually says - and what it absolutely does not say - unpacking the nuances behind diagnosis rates, contributing lifestyle factors, smoking and mental-health risks, gender differences, and why the media’s interpretation missed the mark.The discussion travels widely: from the underdiagnosis of ADHD and autism (especially in women and older adults), to how exclusion and stigma shape later-life health outcomes and the misconceptions around medication. Blending humour with depth, the hosts and Dr. Stott explore the societal, clinical, and personal forces that shape the neurodivergent experience. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/c/ImadhdIn this brilliantly chaotic and honest episode, Mine and Paul welcome actor, comedian and impressionist Kevin Bishop for a conversation that moves at the speed of his (almost) genius mind - fast, funny and unexpectedly vulnerable. Kevin talks about everything from his eerily accurate Steve Coogan impression and his early years tap-dancing in panto, to the confusion of being a working child actor thrown back into a rigid school system that never knew what to do with him.He reflects on the years he spent self-medicating with alcohol and the ongoing process of seeking an ADHD diagnosis after a lifetime of feeling out of step with the world around him. Along the way, Kevin treats us to a whirlwind of pitch-perfect impressions from Billy Connolly to Elton John, Michael Douglas and Harry Enfield… and even one of Paul himself. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week’s episode, Mine and Paul welcome Deborah Frances-White for a powerful and engaging conversation that traces her journey from being adopted and raised within a controlling religious community to becoming the sharp, insightful voice behind The Guilty Feminist Podcast. She reflects on how early disconnection shaped her ADHD, her creativity, and her drive to question the systems around her - all with her trademark mix of humour and emotional honesty.The discussion moves through the surprising transformative impact of ayahuasca, her evolving relationship with faith, and the ways personal history informs her activism and storytelling. You can access all episodes early on our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/c/Imadhd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, business titan and former Dragon Theo Paphitis joins Mine and Paul to explore the highs, lows, and lessons of living and learning differently. From humble beginnings and school struggles to building an empire, Theo opens up about dyslexia, his views on ADHD, education, risk-taking, and the power of persistence. Theo also reflects on seeing parts of his own story in his children and grandchildren, many of whom share his neurodiverse traits. Their experiences remind him how far understanding has come - and why it’s vital to keep empowering every generation to think differently, take risks, and find their own path to success. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Mine and Paul sit down with Professor Sol Smith - liberal arts professor, life coach, and founder of the Square Peg neurospicy community - for a vibrant and heartfelt conversation about what it really means to live, parent, and thrive while neurodivergent.From The Beatles and creative genius to dyslexia, ADHD, and late-in-life autism diagnosis, Sol opens up about his own journey of self-discovery, the transformative power of lockdown on his family, and raising four wonderfully neurodivergent kids. The trio dive into everything from time blindness to pronouns on t-shirts, and how embracing your difference can lead to genuine connection and growth.It’s warm, funny, and unfiltered - a must-listen for anyone navigating life with (or alongside) a neurospicy brain.This episode was released early on our Patreon. If you’d like early access, guest Go-Tos and bonus content, join us at patreon.com/imadhd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Mine and Paul welcome comedian Ed Byrne - the beloved Irish comic known for his sharp wit, self-deprecating humor, and unflinching honesty - for a candid conversation about living with ADHD.Ed opens up about his late diagnosis, the chaos and comedy of everyday forgetfulness, and how ADHD shapes his creativity, relationships, and resilience. From childhood daydreams and lost passports to the joy of hiking, hyperfocus, and fatherhood, Ed reflects on the messy brilliance of a neurodivergent mind.The conversation also turns personal as Ed discusses grief, creativity, and his acclaimed show “Tragedy Plus Time,” exploring how humour helps him process the loss of his brother and find meaning in pain. Oh, and as for Prince’s guitar - did Ed ever sell it? You’ll have to listen to find out Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.