Differently Brained

Michael Coles Pt.2 - Schooling, Parenthood, and Autism 21.08.2024 21:33 ↓

Michael is back this week to talk about his 6-year-old daughter who also has an autism diagnosis. He shares the challenges she faced in the schooling system, and the journey to finding a supportive and accommodating school.     

Top 3 things we 'can't live without' 31.07.2024 9:44 ↓

Here at Differently Brained we sometimes make hyperbolic statements. This time is different! Jacinta and Lachlan list their top 3 things (it's a broad category) they can't live without as neurodivergent/mentally ill individuals. It's a short episode this week, but a fun one! Tell us your top three!

Rutho in the Big City 17.07.2024 40:53 ↓

This episode is all about a small rural city boy making his way in the big smoke of Melbourne. Lachlan and Jacinta record for the first time in person and talk all about what the trip has been like so far. Talking points: -Public Transport -Grace Cummings -Cold Weather -Smiling and waving at people

Jacinta Dietrich is, like, so hot (desk) right now 02.07.2024 28:07 ↓

For those who don't know, Jacinta Dietrich, 50% of the hosting apparatus comprising 'Differently Brained' is a writer. Not only that, she's writing a YA Novel! But wait, there's more -- she was also awarded a fellowship at The Wheeler Centre in Melbourne to use one of their hot desks to work on her novel. In this episode, we chat about that experience, how it accommodated both creatively and neuro...

Hey, June - Community Episode 26.06.2024 36:52 ↓

As the month of June draws to a close and the year relentlessly lurches forward, Jacinta and Lachlan look back at their wins and losses of the month, as well  as the wins and losses of the community. Other discussion points include: -Substituting ingredients in recipes -New Zealand Souvenirs -Pitching a new segment (with a bad name)

Mother's Day with Paula (Mumma P, That Lady Over There, Jacinta's Mum!) 22.05.2024 55:14 ↓

We know, we're a bit late to the party with this one! In this episode we chat with Paula, otherwise known in certain circles as Jacinta's mum! Paula tells us about C-PTSD and her wonderful work as a Lived Experience Worker.    

Differently Brained goes to the dentist with Dr. Romi Fried 28.03.2024 43:45 ↓

Jacinta and Lachlan chat with Dr. Romi Fried, an autistic dentist passionate about  making dentistry more accessible!     This is Dr Trudy Lin who I mentioned during our chat: https://trudysmile.net/about-dr-trudy-lin/     & as promised, some accounts that I'd recommend from the gram (in the dental-sphere) -->  https://www.instagram.com/drbethanystoothtales?igsh=YXk5Z21nbGJnMDhv   https://w...

Simon McCarthy is figuring things out 06.03.2024 48:21 ↓

Regional journalist and writer Simon McCarthy drops by to talk about anxiety, work, and trying to figure out his different brain. Simon McCarthy is a journalist working at the Newcastle Herald in NSW. He writes news, features and produces video and multimedia for the Herald and the Weekender magazine, and he contributes regularly to the Newcastle Herald's daily Topics column. He is a photographer,...

Encore: Jordon Steele-John gives us the lowdown on the ADHD Senate Report 27.02.2024 52:37 ↓

Another one from the archive! Jacinta and Lachlan were lucky enough to chat with Greens senator Jordon Steele-John not once but twice last year!  In this episode, the ins and outs of the ADHD Senate Report are discussed (and despite the findings, ADHDers are still facing a slew of issues in 2024!) How to find us  Follow us on Instagram Join our private Facebook community Follow us on Twitter Check...