Mind Threads

In this episode of Mind Threads, Antje talks to Jonathon Ross-McNairn. Jonathon is the force Lead Chaplain for Devon & Cornwall Police and also a PT and Fitness Instructor. He has a professional background as a qualified teacher but first trained for the legal profession qualifying as a solicitor in 1998. He practiced commercial property law for 10 years in London and alongside that joined the...

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TRIGGER WARNING: This podcast contains discussions and references to suicide, which some listeners may find distressing. Please prioritize your well-being and consider whether this content is appropriate for you. If you or someone you know is struggling, support is available. Visit Samaritans here: Samaritans | Every life lost to suicide is a tragedy | Here to listen In this episode (Ep. 2, Season...

Welcome to Season 2 of Mind Threads. In this episode, Antje Derks talks to Sarah Templeton -  a recognised and passionate specialist in neurodiversity and a vocal advocate for mandatory ADHD screening in the criminal justice system and schools. Sarah runs the charity ADHD LIBERTY -  the first of its kind in the world to initiate screening for ADHD in police stations. Sarah also runs the biggest te...

In this episode, Antje Derks talks to Sarah Marshall-Maun, a fellow teacher who lives in Antje's home town of Teignmouth in Devon. Sarah has been diagnosed with ADHD and is waiting for her autism diagnosis. Her daughter is autistic too. After working in both state and private sector education, Sarah founded Teign Tuition, where she  teaches KS2. She has, over the years,  gained extensive expe...

In this episode, Antje talks to Clare Sach.  Despite her youth, Clare is an inspiring woman who oozes creativity and style. Her ADHD allows her to use her 'think-outside-the-box' mindset, bringing something very unique to projects. Her strengths span creative, editorial, and copywriting realms, encompassing research, idea generation, creative strategy and brand awareness. As a newly diag...

Welcome to episode 4 of Mind Threads. On today's show, Antje is joined by Matt Gupwell.  Matt is different. He is a unique voice as a neurodiversity professional which is why he's so sought after as a speaker and a consultant. Matt Gupwell founded ThinkNeurodiversity consultancy. He is a globally respected neurodiversity professional who has worked with organisations across the world to...

In this week's episode of Mind Threads, Antje talks to Abigail Foster.  Abi is from Croydon, London, and is an ACA  qualified Chartered Accountant, and the founder of Elent financial education. Abi teaches financial education in schools, workplaces and on social media with a huge following on Instagram. Elent’s mission is to eradicate inequality gaps by teaching financial education to those i...

In this episode, Antje talks to Fliss Trew.  After spending 15 years immersed in the world of media brands, such as Elle, Marie Claire, and InStyle, Fliss experienced a compelling pull towards a realm defined by profound connections, self-expression, and liberation.  Fliss has been diagnosed with ADHD and is awaiting an autism assessment.  As a neurodivergent woman, she consistently navigated life...

This episode's guest is Suzanne Edmond. With two decades in diverse communications roles advising, leaders on controversial issues, Suzanne discovered her dyslexic perspective fuelled her creative approach. Founding Moxy Communications, she aims to unleash the untapped potential of dyslexic thinking for innovative solutions, challenging conventional communication norms and empowering individu...