Odd Ducklings

What does “getting diagnosed” really mean—beyond the label? In this episode of Odd Ducklings , Daria and Katie untangle all the tension, hope, fear, and possibility that come with pursuing or living with a neurodivergent diagnosis in adulthood. We talk about: The pressure to simplify complex neuro stories for the algorithm How labels can hurt or heal Disclosure, boundaries, and navigating judgemen...

Welcome back to Odd Ducklings! In today’s episode, I’m diving into why we should talk about failure — especially as neurodivergent creators. Inspired by agile culture and messy life lessons, I’m unpacking how owning mistakes reduces shame, builds resilience, and fuels creativity. This is Day 3 (AND 4 MAYBE?) of my 7-day challenge to post one video a day around creativity, neurodiversity, ADHD, per...

Welcome to Odd Ducklings! In this reaction episode, I’m looking back at a video I made about failure — and reflecting on how my thoughts have shifted since then. It’s a raw, honest check-in with my past self about growth, making mistakes, and learning out loud. You can also check my old video if you prefer 😁https://youtu.be/xjme70i83GoThis is Day 3 (AND 4 MAYBE?) of my 7-day challenge, releasing...

We're back with a new episode, reacting to Cinema Therapy's take on "Wreck-It Ralph"! We keep things light and conversational while also digging into the themes of neurodiversity we see reflected in Ralph's story. Join us as we share our personal experiences and connect them to the movie in surprising and insightful ways. Huge thanks to our ADHD buddies at ⁨@CinemaTherapyShow...

Welcome to Odd Ducklings! This is the kickoff to a 7-day challenge where I’ll release one video every day — tackling topics around creativity, neurodiversity, ADHD, perfectionism, and the messy process of making things happen. This intro episode is about why I’m doing this challenge, what I hope to learn, and how I’m pushing past overthinking to just create. Whether you’re neurodivergent, a cautio...

Welcome to Odd Ducklings! This is the kickoff to a 7-day challenge where I’ll release one video every day — tackling topics around creativity, neurodiversity, ADHD, perfectionism, and the messy process of making things happen. This intro episode is about why I’m doing this challenge, what I hope to learn, and how I’m pushing past overthinking to just create. Whether you’re neurodivergent, a cautio...

In this episode, it's just you and me as we delve into the impactful topic of gender bias in medical diagnoses. I share my personal journey with PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder) and discuss the broader implications of gender bias, including misdiagnoses and the historical neglect of female-specific conditions in medical research. This episode sets the stage for a series of upcoming inter...

The Impact of Language on Neurodivergent Narratives | Odd Ducklings Podcast In this episode, we spotlight Rawi, an ADHD and product management coach, as he delves into the critical role language plays in shaping neurodivergent experiences. We discuss the importance of self-awareness and emotional regulation, the challenges of disclosing neurodivergence in the workplace, and how to use language to...

In this episode, we delve into the importance of being self-aware and how understanding neurodiversity with you and others can actually save a life. Our guest today is Michael R. Kane! Michael shares his journey as an author, special education teacher, and leader in the Boy Scouts of America. He discusses his personal battles with ADHD, autism, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and depression, and how he...

Join us on The Odd Ducklings for an insightful conversation with Benjamin Stimson, a therapist, author, and medieval history researcher. Benjamin opens up about his fascinating journey from North Wales to Canada, and his experiences with Dyspraxia, neurodivergence and learning how to learn. He dives into topics like the impact of suddenly feeling like "the odd one out", boundary-setting,...

Join us on The Odd Ducklings for an impactful conversation with Bosky Mukherjee, founder of PM Dojo. Bosky shares her incredible journey of overcoming PTSD after her son’s critical health challenges and how she found resilience and joy in her professional life. Discover her insights on battling stress, the importance of asking for help, and building a fulfilling career in the tech industry. Bosky’...

Have you ever felt like you just didn’t fit in?  How do you define yourself and does your identity empower you? or does it take you down? For Ruby Yuen this has been a great challenge in her life, From growing up as an immigrant in the USA and becoming a mother while having an international career that requires traveling.. With all of that, it’s no wonder that Ruby chose the path of helping others...

How do you actually maintain work-life balance? In a post-pandemic world and #hustle_culture we all try to understand what this actually means to us. As individuals or as companies it’s an ongoing conversation that will probably follow us for years. In today’s episode we explore this subject with Migle Maciunaite, a Senior Creative Project Manager at REMERGE. Migle shares her journey, offering ins...

Welcome to the debut episode of "Odd Ducklings," the podcast where we dive into the extraordinary lives and careers of neurodivergent individuals. I'm Daria, your host, and in this introductory episode, we'll set the stage for the inspiring conversations to come. In "Odd Ducklings," we aim to shine a light on the unique experiences, challenges, and triumphs of our guest...