Focus and Chill - productivity tactics for AuDHDers and other neurodivergent folks

Ever have difficulty deciding which task to do first? Dive in as hosts Jeremy Nagel and Joey Corea unpack how to prioritise without overthinking . They explore practical frameworks like RICE , RICE, UICEs and FUICE experiment with ways to reduce uncertainty, debate urgency versus importance, and share how AI, accountability, and small experiments can help you focus on what actually matters. Whethe...

Welcome to episode #112! We’re thrilled to be joined by Lou Zoanetti today. Lou Zoanetti is the CEO and Founder of Brightworks , an early careers consultancy helping organizations attract, develop, and retain emerging talent. With over 15 years in HR and graduate recruitment, Lou bridges the gap between Gen Z professionals and the world of work. In this episode, she opens up about her late ADHD di...

Welcome to episode #111! We’re thrilled to be joined by Yush Sztalkoper.  Yush Sztalkoper is a neurodivergent entrepreneur, coach and founder of Neuros Spark Plus. She works with parents of twice-exceptional children and with organizations to build neuro-inclusive cultures. Yush uses a positive intelligence approach to reshape self-sabotaging habits, reduce burnout and create support systems that...

Welcome to episode #110! We’re thrilled to be joined by Reuben Schwartz In this episode, startup consultant Reuben Schwartz shares his late autism diagnosis journey, revealing how it reshaped his approach to parenting, burnout, and productivity . From building and selling a startup to navigating fatherhood and sensory overload, Reuben gets real about what it means to thrive as a neurodivergent pro...

Welcome to episode #109 ! We’re thrilled to be joined by Warwick Donaldson. Warwick Donaldson is the founder and managing director of CapXcentric, a startup consultancy helping founders raise capital with clarity and confidence. After discovering his ADHD in his early thirties, Warwick learned that what once looked like chaos was actually a different kind of focus. Now clean, sober, and running hi...

Welcome to episode #108! Today we’re joined by Nuria Melchor Fernández In this episode of Focus and Chill, Jeremy sits down with Nuria Melchor Fernández, an advocate passionate about supporting neurodivergent individuals with ADHD, autism, and complex trauma. Nuria opens up about her journey through love addiction recovery, 12-step programs, and navigating multiple diagnoses in Spain. She shares p...

Welcome to Episode #124! We’re joined today by Ani Moller.  Ani Moller is a leadership and life coach who works with neurodivergent professionals — especially those with ADHD, autism, or experiencing burnout. Drawing from their experience as a senior executive and program manager, Ani combines business strategy, trauma-informed practice, and lived experience of multiple burnouts and a stroke. They...

Welcome to episode #107! Today we’re joined by Jonathan Mok. Jonathan was diagnosed with ADHD and autism in 2019 at the age of 37, a turning point that reshaped his life. Since then, he has become a passionate advocate for neurodiversity, speaking at events such as the Davos Neurodiversity Summit, TEDx CUHK, and the UN World Autism Awareness Day with the Institute of Neurodiversity. His work helps...

Welcome to episode #106! We’re thrilled to be joined by Christina Keeble. Christina Keeble is an autistic and ADHD educational consultant, speaker, and COO of the National PEAK Center—an allied health practice grounded in neuro-affirming principles. She’s also a dedicated parent of two PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance) children, and brings a unique blend of lived experience, advocacy, and profes...

🎧 Welcome to Episode #105 of the Focus and Chill Podcast! Jeremy and Joey are back—breaking down what it really takes to stay productive, sane, and playful as neurodivergent adults navigating life, work, and boring responsibilities like taxes and job hunting. They dive into DUMB goals (a cheeky reframe of SMART goals), how automation can help with hard tasks, and why optimizing systems too much c...

🎧 Welcome to Episode #104 of the Focus and Chill Podcast! In this powerful episode, we sit down with Mike Knapp to explore the intersection of burnout, late autism diagnosis, and what it means to thrive as a neurodivergent professional in tech. 👤 About the Guest: Mike Knapp is a serial entrepreneur, tech innovator, and former Google product lead. From co-founding the custom shoe company Shoes of...

Welcome to episode #103! We’re thrilled to be joined by Yenn Purkis today. Yenn Purkis is an autistic, asexual, and non-binary advocate, author, and speaker with a diagnosis of schizophrenia. They’ve written 18 published books and contributed to many more. Known for their honest storytelling and passion for neurodivergent visibility, Yenn has delivered two TEDx talks and currently serves as Deputy...

Welcome to episode #67 We’re thrilled to be joined by Dr. Megan Anna Neff today.  Dr. Neff is a neurodivergent Psychologist and founder of Neurodivergent Insights where she creates education and wellness resources for neurodivergent adults. Dr. Neff is the author of Self-Care for Autistic People. Additionally, she has published in several peer-reviewed journals. Passionate about distilling complex...

Welcome to episode #102! We’re thrilled to be joined by Dr. Amanda Mullen today. Dr. Amanda Mullen is a clinical psychologist, business owner, and keynote speaker passionate about helping people thrive using neurodivergence-friendly strategies. As the founder of Mindwork Psychology, Mindworks Online, and Think Differently, she has over 20 years of experience supporting individuals with ADHD, anxie...

Welcome to Episode 101! We’re thrilled to be joined by Sharon Collon , ADHD coach, parenting expert, and founder of The Functional Family. Sharon shares her journey of creating practical ADHD strategies for individuals and families by working with—not against—the ADHD brain. JN: Can you tell us about your experience with ADHD? Married into ADHD: fell in love with her husband’s hyperactive ADHD bra...

Welcome to Episode 100! This special milestone episode is a no-guest conversation between your hosts Joey and Jeremy . After 100 episodes, they reflect on lessons learned about productivity, focus, neurodivergence, energy management, and finding joy in everyday work. JN: What has changed in your routines since starting the podcast? Joey: Shifted to working with ultradian rhythms: 90 minutes focus,...

Welcome to Episode 99! We’re thrilled to have Annie Crow —an autistic & ADHD human rights lawyer, founder of the Neuro Access Network, and keynote speaker on neurodiversity advocacy—join us today. In this episode, Annie shares her personal journey toward embracing her neurodivergence, the challenges she’s overcome, and how she’s turned that into empowering work for her community. JN: Can you t...

Welcome to episode number 98 of the Focus and Chill podcast. We’re thrilled to be joined by Rob Edwards today. Rob is the CEO of the NEA—the Neurodiversity and Entrepreneurship Association. The NEA provides a meeting place for all those with an interest in neurodiversity and entrepreneurship, creating a safe and nurturing environment for neurodivergent entrepreneurs to get the help and support the...

Welcome to episode 97 of the Focus and Chill podcast! Today’s guest is the energetic and insightful Pip Scott‑Allen , originally from Canada and now making waves in Australia. Pip’s journey into leadership and team culture began early—at just 14, he started exploring the world of team building. Since then, he’s worn many hats: outdoor educator, backcountry guide, adventure leader, camp director, l...

Welcome to episode number 96 of the Focus Chill podcast.  We’re thrilled to be joined by April Lea today. April is an ADHD founder with a background in product management and software engineering. She's passionate about removing the barriers that stop neurodivergent people from building themselves meaningful and sustainable careers. April was late diagnosed with autism and ADHD in 2021 after spend...

Welcome to episode #95! We’re thrilled to be joined by Elizabeth Kaelin today. Elizabeth Kaelin is a tech founder, award-winning commercialization mentor, and intersectionality business advocate . Her career spans healthcare, tech, venture capital, and corporate leadership , where she helps businesses scale while challenging traditional business norms . Diagnosed with ADHD later in life , Elizabet...

Welcome to episode #94! We’re thrilled to be joined by Claire Thomas today. Claire Thomas is the CEO and founder of Impact Group , a fast-scaling consulting firm that went from a solo startup to a 50-person, $12 million company in just two years . A 2024 Australian Women’s Small Business Champion and finalist for CEO of the Year , Claire brings deep expertise in business transformation, leadership...

Welcome to episode #93! We’re thrilled to be joined by Swantje Lorrimer today. Swantje Lorrimer has built a career spanning multiple industries , including academic research, film productions (Star Wars, The Fall Guy), and ADHD coaching . After struggling to fit into traditional job structures, she embraced freelancing, creativity, and adventure as the key to thriving with ADHD. In this episode, w...

Welcome to episode #92! We’re thrilled to be joined by Jacob Kness today. Jacob Kness is a social entrepreneur and neurodivergent advocate, helping autistic job seekers find meaningful work. Diagnosed with autism, ADHD, and Tourette’s, Jacob has spent years exploring fitness, biomechanics, and biohacking as tools for mental and physical well-being. In this episode, we dive into how exercise, cold...

Welcome to episode #91! We’re thrilled to be joined by Dr. Sharon Zivkovic today. Dr. Sharon Zivkovic is an autistic social entrepreneur, systems thinker, and complexity scientist . As the CEO of Community Capacity Builders , she has used autistic cognition and systemizing strengths to develop and commercialize innovative solutions for wicked problems . Sharon has been recognized with a Fresh Scie...