The Unapologetically Neurodivergent Podcast

What happens when you spend your whole career supporting neurodivergent people—then discover, decades in, that you’re one of them? In this episode of Unapologetically Neurodivergent, James sits down with Dan Wilkins (@managing_on_the_spectrum): nurse, social worker, senior manager, and late-diagnosed ND powerhouse. Dan shares the raw truth about getting his diagnosis at 42 after years in local gov...

What if the “hot mess” label is just the surface—and underneath is a mind built for brilliance? This week, James sits down with Hannah Bookbinder, ADHD and executive functioning coach with nearly 30 years’ experience, to break down the myths, the missed diagnoses, and the real stories behind neurodivergence. From her first client (“fix him, he’s a hot mess”) to helping thousands of kids, teens, an...

This week I’m joined by Happie , a neurodivergent PT and the powerhouse behind Lasses That Lift — a strength space built for “quiet weirdos” who hate the chaos of commercial gyms. We talk about getting her ADHD diagnosis only last month, breaking free from toxic fitness rules, learning to rest without guilt, and how neurodivergent brains can actually thrive in strength training when the environmen...

In this raw and powerful episode, I’m joined by Connell Scholar inclusive gym instructor, Ex-Chelsea pan-disability team player, Jack Petchey Award winner, and unapologetically neurodivergent. We talk about what it was like growing up non-verbal until the age of six, being written off by professionals, and then going on to smash every limit placed on him. From passing his driving test after five t...

Late-diagnosed with autism and ADHD at 30,  Rhiannon Cooper  went from avoiding exercise to losing 100 pounds, becoming a personal trainer, and transforming how neurodivergent people experience fitness. In this episode, we talk about: Growing up as the “weird kid” in PE The toxic, appearance-driven side of the fitness industry Why traditional PT advice fails neurodivergent clients Making gyms less...

In this raw and open chat, Leni joins me to talk about their journey from self-hate to self-acceptance, how writing a book helped them heal, and why finding neurodivergent friends online can change everything. We skip the small talk and go straight into real conversations about therapy, identity, and learning to finally like yourself. Visit Leni at @lenielenaki

In episode 3 we go from realisation to denial to full-blown revelation. this episode dives deep into the journey of self-discovery as a neurodivergent couple. We explore how social stigma can make us overprotective of our kids, and what it means to finally embrace who you are (and let your kids do the same). This one’s a proper rollercoaster — expect laughs, maybe a few tears, and loads of raw, ho...

In this episode, I chat with David aka Neuro Dad's Diary about the chaos and clarity that comes with realising you’re neurodivergent. We talk diagnosis, unmasking, and trying to make sense of life when your brain doesn’t follow the ‘normal’ script. ADHD, autism, parenting, work, relationships—none of it’s off the table. David shares what it was like getting labelled later in life, how expectations...

Hey , todays episode is about me , james, the fitness and mind coach join me as i explain who i am, what i do and why i do it and how and why i became unapologetic about my neurodivergence This is the start to a very awesome journey i want to take you all on!

A little taste of whats to come on the podcast!