ADHD Babes: The Podcast

**DISCLAIMER** In some instances, the team use the reference "Substance/Drug abuse". We acknowledge that this is an outdated term for "Substance/Drug use or addition" and endeavour to ensure this phrasing is used correctly in future episodes. Summary In this episode of the ADHD Babes podcast, host Julez, along with guests Chi Chi and Ana, delve into the complex relationship bet...

Summary In this episode, Julez and Shauna explore the complexities of productivity as experienced by individuals with ADHD. They discuss the challenges of procrastination, hyperfocus, distraction, and emotional dysregulation, while emphasizing the importance of redefining productivity to align with personal values and mental health. The conversation includes practical strategies such as body doubl...

Summary In this episode of ADHD Babes, Naomi, Shauna, and Jules explore the profound impact of music on the ADHD brain. They discuss personal relationships with music, how it serves as a tool for motivation and emotional regulation, and the comforting role it plays in daily life. The conversation delves into the emotional connections tied to music, the experiences of neurodivergent individuals, an...

Summary In this episode of ADHD Babes, host Jules interviews Babe Veronica and they delve into the complexities of equity as it relates to race, gender, and neurodiversity. They discuss the importance of understanding the differences between equity and equality, share personal experiences of inequality, and emphasize the need for systematic change. The conversation highlights the significance of r...

Summary In this episode, the hosts and guests discuss burnout and its various manifestations. They explore physical, emotional, and mental signs of burnout, as well as the internal and external factors that contribute to it. The conversation highlights the unique experience of burnout for individuals with ADHD and the challenges of explaining it to others. They also discuss the impact of burnout o...

Summary In this episode, Julez interviews Megan Brown-Enyia, the founder of ADHD at Work, an organization dedicated to helping individuals and businesses thrive in the workplace. Host Julez - Instagram - ⁠@Julezkatrina⁠ / Twitter - ⁠@JulezMontana88 Guests Meghan Brown-Enyia  is the Founder of ADHD at Work, where she passionately empowers women with ADHD to thrive in both their careers and personal...

In this episode of ADHD Babes, the hosts discuss boundaries and their importance in fostering deep connections with oneself and others. They are joined by guests Amina and TJ, who share their experiences with boundaries and how a lack of boundaries has impacted their past relationships. The hosts and guests explore the difference between boundaries and rules, and play a game to distinguish between...

In this episode, Shereen and Rach Idowu discuss Rach's journey with ADHD and her experience of being diagnosed as an adult. They also talk about Rach's transition from a civil servant to an ADHD advocate, her creation of ADHD trait flashcards, and the challenges of being a social influencer. They touch on topics such as rejection sensitivity dysphoria (RSD) and the importance of representa...

In this episode of ADHD Babes, host Ana interviews Dr. Fiona Peters, a social care expert and author who was diagnosed with ADHD as an adult. Fiona shares her personal experience of seeking and obtaining a diagnosis, which was fraught with challenges and resistance from healthcare professionals. She discusses the impact of her diagnosis on her self-acceptance and understanding of her own strengths...

Today we're joined by Dr Ayana Gibbs from Psychiatry UK. Join Beza as she speaks with Ayana about her work with ADHD in the UK, US and Caribbean, the impact of ADHD and the need for research on ADHD in communities of colour. Dr Gibbs has been working with ADHD Babes to offer diagnosis to Babes who otherwise would still be on long waitlists. Host Beza - @beziiye Guests Dr. Ayana Gibbs Credits S...

Whether or not to medicate for ADHD is both a highly personal and highly controversial topic. Making the decision is not easy, and the difficulties don’t stop there. Join us as we discuss the reasons for and against medicating our ADHD, what that actually looks like, and what alternatives are available. Hosts Emma G - @emgo.grows Guests Jay Ried - ⁠allthingsjay.com Shauna Campbell - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @Shaye_...

In this episode we are joined by special guest Zardine Collins, to discuss their podcast Therapy Diaries, their therapy journey and upcoming projects Host Sabrina - ⁠⁠@iamsabrinaallen⁠⁠ Guest Zardine Collins - @Zardine. Collins Therapy Diaries with Vivienne Isbor (Spotify) Credits Scripted by - Sabrina Edited by - Azeezat Music Written & Performed by VVN, Produced by SolomonsSoul, Mix & Ma...

Joining us for this discussion is Teresa Taylor a Personal Productivity mentor the CEO and Founder of Tayloredspace.com, we’ll be talking with Teresa about her work and tips to feel successful and learn to build systems to increase and improve productivity. Hosts Ana - ⁠@familyzura Guests Teresa Taylor - https://atayloredspace.com/ Credits Scripted by - Sabrina Edited by - Shauna Campbell Music Wr...

April is Autism Acceptance Month and April 2nd is World Autism Awareness Day. In honour of that, we are bringing you a special episode dedicated to sharing our lived experiences of what it’s like having ADHD & Autism, unofficially known as AuDHD. Hosts Sabrina - ⁠ @iamsabrinaallen ⁠ Guests Selom Sarah - ⁠ @divineenigma ⁠ Resources https://www.instagram.com/raisingkevin_/ https://www.instagram....

Juggling motherhood with ADHD can be very challenging. In this episode, we share our experiences of what it’s like to be a mother with ADHD.  Hosts Sabrina - @iamsabrinaallen Guests Naomi - Email Sarah - @divineenigma Resources Children's Weekly Planner, Personalised for Daily Routine, Autism Schedule Board for 3, 4, 5, 6 Year Old, Now and Next Visual Timetable by LittleBooLearning on Etsy htt...

Join ADHD babes as we chat religion, woo, and body image with mental health content creator, medically diagnosed ADHDer, and self-proclaimed introvert; Kyrus “Ky” Keenan Westcott! Hosts Emma - @emgo.grows Guests Ky Westcott - @thevibewithky Credits Scripted by - Emma Edited by - Shauna Campbell Music Written & Performed by VVN, Produced by SolomonsSoul, Mix & Master by ST4X. Voice over Sha...

What is social anxiety and how does it link to ADHD? In this episode, we'll explore ADHD and Social Anxiety and how the two can play hand-in-hand. Hosts Shereen - ⁠@graphicresilience Guests Allison - @ajblackstar99 Eden - @eden_plummer Credits Scripted by - Sabrina Edited by - Selom Music Written & Performed by VVN, Produced by SolomonsSoul, Mix & Master by ST4X. Voice over Shauna Campbell -⁠⁠⁠⁠ @...

This episode is about self-acceptance and cultivating self-acceptance once diagnosed with ADHD. Hosts Tyler - ⁠⁠@tylerantonia⁠⁠ Guests Vivienne - @VVNsings Lala - @lalauo Credits Scripted by - Love, Builder of Worlds Edited by - Shauna Campbell Music Written & Performed by VVN, Produced by SolomonsSoul, Mix & Master by ST4X. Voice over Shauna Campbell - ⁠⁠⁠ @Shaye_cam⁠⁠ Website ⁠⁠https://w...

Have you ever had to heal from corporate trauma? In this episode, we'll explore the effects of Corporate Trauma and how it can affect us mentally and physically. Hosts Ana - @familyzura Sabrina - @iamsabrinaallen Guests Jay - allthingsjay.com Joy - @itsonlyjoybaby / @isdjbabybitch Credits Scripted by - Sabrina Edited by - Shauna Campbell Music Written & Performed by VVN, Produced by Solomo...

We are back after some time out! I want to say a big thank you to those who have held on for new episodes and continued to support the podcast and ADHD Babes over 2023. This episode was recorded at the end of 2022 looking to 2023, but we think it's still a good listen. :) In this episode, we discuss the importance of reflection as we round up our year and our aspirations for 2023. We reflect o...

Introducing ADHD Babes: The Podcast...the podcast created by the community...for the community. ADHD Babes is a community for black women and non-binary people to share their voices, experiences and knowledge. We aim to empower people with community, tools, learning and healing spaces to redefine ADHD, tackle its difficulties and utilise its strengths. During the podcast, we'll be delving into...

Join us for the last episode of 2022 as we speak with Priyanka, AKA Little Miss ADHD. We hear from her about her diagnosis journey and her career as a Clinical Mental Health Pharmacist.  We also explore how Little Miss ADHD came to be and how Priyanka uses this platform to educate people about ADHD. We discuss how her culture overlaps with the black culture when it comes to mental health acce...

This episode, the ADHD Babes reflect on the symptoms in their childhood they now recognise as ADHD symptoms. They reflect on their lives at home and at school, their relationships with family and friends.  Most of our ADHD Babes members received a late ADHD diagnosis, how could our lives have been should we have received our diagnosis earlier.  Host Beza - @beziiye Shereen - @black_chonk...

This week resident host Shereen catches up with Occupational Therapist, podcaster and entrepreneur Jenny Okolo.  As an OT, Jenny crosses paths with many patients who have been diagnosed with some form of neurodivergence. What is most interesting is the number of people who she works with who haven't had any formal diagnosis but may be on a neurodivergent scale.  Delving into Jenny's experiences, s...

And we're back with a special video episode on Living with both ADHD & Sickle Cell.  Joining Septembers Sickle Cell Awareness month with Octobers Black History Month, join Julez as she speaks with guests Moji and Vivienne about living with Sickle Cell or the Sickle Cell trait. They discuss the importance of awareness for an illness that mainly affects communities of colour and how Sickle...