LATE BLOOMERS

In this episode of LATE BLOOMERS , Rich and Rox open up about what it really takes to become a content creator when you’re starting from nothing. No shortcuts. No overnight success. Just the uncomfortable, unglamorous truth they learned by doing it the hard way. They talk about posting into the void, embracing cringe, being seen by friends and family, consistency when no one is watching, and why m...

This week on LATE BLOOMERS, Rich and Rox finally talk about the moment everything shifted. Rich has been diagnosed autistic as an adult. For the first time, they break down what the diagnosis unlocked. All the years Rich was called rude, blunt, quiet or detached. All the childhood rituals and intense interests that made perfect sense in hindsight. All the internal emotions he felt but never showed...

New year energy hits different when you have a neurodivergent brain. In this first LATE BLOOMERS episode of 2026, Rich and Rox pull apart everything that makes traditional New Year’s resolutions confusing, overwhelming or downright impossible for ADHD and neurodivergent people. From sensory based habits to special interest powered routines to making goals that won’t burn you out by February, this...

In this deeply personal Christmas episode of LATE BLOOMERS , Rich sits down with Rox—aka “the Grinch”—to unpack the real story behind her decades-long struggle with Christmas. What starts as a festive chat quickly becomes an honest, emotional journey through grief, trauma, family estrangement, alcoholism, shock, and the impossible pressure to feel joyful when your whole world has collapsed. Rox op...

In this episode of LATE BLOOMERS , Rich and Rox dive into the biggest flops, failures, and f*ck-ups of their lives — the ones that embarrassed them, humbled them, shaped them, and ultimately set them on the path they’re on today. Rich talks about giving up a near-pro golf trajectory at 15, two divorces by 32, and the gambling addiction that wiped out everything he had — and the gratitude and persp...

In this episode of LATE BLOOMERS , Rich and Rox open up the vault on the beliefs we were 100% convinced were true… and turned out to be absolute delusion. From teenage confidence that made no sense, to “I can definitely handle this” addiction logic, to dating fantasies, career myths, people-pleasing lies, and the stories we told ourselves just to survive — we unpack the wild, hilarious, and someti...

In this episode of LATE BLOOMERS , Rich and Rox dive into the ten ridiculous, chaotic, painfully relatable ways neurodivergent brains wreck an entire night — often before we’ve even made it to bed. From doomscrolling and anxious overthinking to sofa naps, Netflix loops, gaming, temperature drama, rumination spirals, and that dreaded “big day tomorrow” insomnia, they break down why bedtime always f...

In this episode of LATE BLOOMERS , Rich and Rox dive into the weirdly specific joys that light up neurodivergent brains. From the thrill of a forgotten parcel delivery to the bliss of a fresh pair of socks, they explore the tiny, random, wonderful things that hit like pure dopamine. They cover everything from candle aisles, bookshop wandering, escape rooms, snack obsessions, and “main character” m...

In this episode of LATE BLOOMERS , Rich and Rox finally talk about unmasking — pretending to be someone you’re not, pretending to be neurotypical, pretending you’re fine, and pretending you don’t have needs. Rich shares how his old mask looked like being the “life and soul of the party,” hyper-masculine and always social, while Rox talks about hiding chaos, messy flats, people-pleasing, fawning, a...

What happens when life starts going right… and your brain still whispers, “You don’t deserve this” ? In this episode of LATE BLOOMERS , Rich and Rox talk honestly about imposter syndrome — especially when you’re a late bloomer who never expected life to look like this. From waiting to be “found out,” to secretly believing success is luck, not earned, they break down the sneaky ways self-doubt show...

Birthdays are meant to be joyful… right? So why do they so often come with pressure, comparison, anxiety, and that quiet feeling of I should be happier than this ? In this episode of LATE BLOOMERS , Rich and Rox talk honestly about the emotional hangover that can hit around birthdays — especially when you’re feeling behind, overwhelmed by expectations, or carrying grief into another year. From chi...

Let’s talk about the spark. The one that doesn’t come from lingerie, role-play, or awkward “date nights with expectations.” In this episode of LATE BLOOMERS , Rich and Rox get real about the non sex sex stuff — the everyday things that quietly build (or kill) intimacy in long-term relationships. From body confidence and anger repression to sensory pleasure, deep chats, and clean sheets, they unpac...

If you could travel back in time, what would you tell your 18, 25, and 35-year-old self? In this episode, Rich and Rox climb into the metaphorical time machine to revisit the versions of themselves who were lost, reckless, hopeful, and still figuring it all out. From first heartbreaks to career chaos, from finding purpose to learning how to love — they explore what they’d do differently, what they...

From the thermostat wars to the dishwasher showdown, Rich and Rox are going head to head in THE GREAT DEBATE. In this episode of LATE BLOOMERS , they settle (or at least try to) the 10 ridiculous fights every neurodivergent couple has had. Expect passionate arguments, zero logic, and a lot of love underneath the chaos. Whether it’s about time blindness, cleaning styles, or who left the light on ag...

In this episode of LATE BLOOMERS , Rox tells Rich she’s finally found “the cure” for ADHD, and together they explore what actually helps reduce symptoms in real life. From routines, environment, and rest, to the power of self-acceptance, they unpack what genuinely makes a difference when you stop trying to “fix” yourself and start working with your brain instead. They talk about the endless search...

Growing up was supposed to be freedom, fun, and finally having it all figured out. Instead, adulthood turned out to be overdrafts, dodgy landlords, endless to-do lists, and the creeping horror of back pain that won’t go away. In this episode of LATE BLOOMERS, Rich and Rox pull apart the 10 biggest adulthood panics — from money meltdowns and career crises, to family drama, social pressure, health s...

In this week’s episode of LATE BLOOMERS, Rich and Rox host the first-ever OVERTHINKING OLYMPICS: complete with events like the 3 a.m. Marathon, Catastrophe Sprint, Analysis Paralysis Relay, Hindsight High Jump, and the Social Gymnastics Floor Routine. Together, they unpack why ADHD and anxious minds get stuck in these cycles — from perfectionism and decision fear to safety-seeking and control — an...

In this week’s episode of LATE BLOOMERS, Rich and Rox air out the DIRTY LAUNDRY — literally. From BO and bed sheets to flannel roulette and maggot towels (yes, really), we talk about the messy realities of hygiene and cleaning when you have ADHD. We share our most embarrassing confessions, break down why cleanliness has no moral value, and give you the hacks that actually work — from five-minute c...

Being in love with an ADHDer is equal parts chaos, comedy, and connection. In this episode of LATE BLOOMERS , Rich and Rox dive into The ADHD Partner Survival Guide: 10 strategies for a happier relationship . From time blindness to forgotten anniversaries, we share the hacks that have saved our sanity (and our marriage). Expect raw honesty, plenty of laughter, and a few “oh my god, that’s us” mome...

Ever wonder if your brain’s thriving or just surviving ? In this episode of LATE BLOOMERS , Rox and Rich dive into Nancy McWilliams’ 10 qualities of mental health and grade their own messy minds. From secure attachment to zest for life, nothing’s off limits as they swap stories of Rox’s chaotic boozy uni days and Rich’s deer-in-headlights youth. Their scores? A wild mix of wins and “still growing....

Is laziness real, or is it one of the biggest lies told about ADHD? In this episode of LATE BLOOMERS, Rich and Rox tackle the “lazy lie” head-on. They explore why being called lazy never motivates anyone, and why shame only fuels procrastination, anxiety, and self-doubt instead of getting things done. From homework left to the last minute, uni rooms infested with flies, and dodged coffee duties, t...

Welcome to LATE BLOOMERS , where Rox and Rich get real about being anti-social butterflies and navigating social life with neurodivergent brains. Rox shares ADHD chaos like double-booking disasters, missing weddings, and the social anxiety that often keeps them home. Rich admits to dodging small talk, pulling Irish Goodbyes, and choosing the dog over most invites unless it’s Green Day. Together th...

In this honest and unfiltered episode of LATE BLOOMERS, Rich and Rox share the side of healing no one talks about—the part where it feels lonely, awkward, and nothing in your old life fits anymore. Sobriety meant losing friends who only knew them as drinkers. Changing priorities meant some family relationships shifted or ended. Even work and identity had to be rebuilt from scratch. They talk about...

Here’s our website for 20% Loop EarPlugs:  https://www.loopearplugs.com/pages/lp-adhdlove What even is normal? In this hilarious and heartfelt episode, Rox and Rich dive into the absurd, confusing, and often unspoken rules of neurotypical behaviour. They unpack why some people relax by drinking in loud bars, the strange obsession with small talk, and the exhausting pressure to follow a rigid life...

In this episode of LATE BLOOMERS, Rich and Rox dive into the messy reality of addiction—far beyond the stereotypes of vodka bottles and rock bottoms. From alcohol and gambling to phone scrolling, comfort eating, and chasing validation, we explore the many ways addiction hides in plain sight. We talk openly about our own experiences with compulsive behaviors, the childhood trauma that fed them, and...