wiredDIFFERENT

Joining the wiredDIFFERENT podcast, the founder of neurodivergent-friendly dating platform Mattr. What difficulties do Neurodivergent people face in the dating world? How can these be addressed? Find out now! Like & Subscribe to make sure you never miss an episode  Check out our youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wiredDIFFERENTofficial Follow us on instagram: ⁠instagram.com/_wireddiffer...

Olly and Amelia Markeson are the neurodivergent couple who co-founded neurohaus (recently rebranded from adh_we), a consultancy working with brands including Versace and Goodwill to redesign how we experience the world — starting with shops, websites and social expectations that leave many of us overwhelmed. We talk ADHD, autism, people-pleasing, overstimulation, cold plunges, sensory overload and...

In this accompaniment to episode 11, freelance journalist & design researcher Sophie Knight narrates her 2022 Guardian article " My adult ADHD drugs felt like a lifeline. Then came the scary side-effects …"

In this episode, recorded during a spontaneous trip to Amsterdam, I chat with journalist Sophie Knight about her controversial article in The Guardian , " My adult ADHD drugs felt like a lifeline. Then came the scary side-effects … " . We delve into the complexities of ADHD medication, examining its benefits, challenges and societal attitudes, and open up about our own experiences with ADHD medica...

In this episode, I'm joined by singer, actress, opera director, dramaturg and former Brunel University Artist in Residence, Valeria Perboni. We discuss synaesthesia—a condition where senses blend together in unique ways, like feeling music or seeing sounds. Valeria shares how this shapes her creativity and helps her create immersive art that can foster empathy and build connection!   Valeria’s son...

Anna Wolfe’s writing has featured in the Independent, Mail on Sunday, New Scientist, Women’s Health and more, on addiction, substance abuse, eating disorders and dating. She has ADHD, OCD and Autism and is a recovering addict.    This episode explores these themes, the effects of neurodivergence on Anna’s lived experience and how her creativity has helped her realise her dream.   Anna’s song selec...

In this episode, I sit down with Tristan Hunt, an ADHD coach specializing in the music industry. We delve into Tristan's experiences in the music world and his personal journey following a late ADHD diagnosis. We discuss the need for a broader, more inclusive approach to education that can provide appropriate stimulation for children with diverse interests, contrasting this with traditional educat...

Instagram:  @_wireddifferent @_wildzero Spotify   Our Guest: @tinaedwardsdj linktree   In this episode, (recorded during Neurodiversity Celebration Week in April 2024) the multi-talented Tina Edwards - DJ, broadcaster, author and editor opens up about her journey of discovering her ADHD in her mid-20s and the impact it had on understanding herself.    We bond over shared experiences of school and...

Exploring neurodiversity & the science behind it.   Dr. Tamer Rezk (Dr. T) returns to help me take listeners questions. As clinical academics who are neurodivergent, we offer unique perspectives, combining the latest research, medical knowledge and personal experience.   We discuss emotional hypersensitivity & creativity, ADHD medication & humour, executive dysfunction & cooking, g...

Instagram:  @_wireddifferent @_wildzero Spotify   Our Guest:  @haroldheath www.haroldheath.com   In this gripping episode of wiredDIFFERENT, Harold Heath, a seasoned author, music writer and ‘former’ DJ, shares his profound insights on the intersection of neurodiversity and electronic music. The conversation sheds light on Harold's late diagnoses of autism and ADHD, the challenges of navigating li...

Socials: IG: @_wireddifferent @_wildzero Guest: @tamerpapimd   Synopsis:   In Episode 4 of wired Different, Dr Tamer Rezk welcomes us for an emotionally powerful and personal conversation. Tamer, a consultant in kidney medicine, has recently stepped back from frontline NHS work to pursue his passion in music, working on his first hip-hop release.   This episode explores surviving tragedies, the co...

We continue with part 2 of discussion with multimodal artist @nedim_nazerali on art, creativity & neurodiversity. Part 1 available  here Photographer and mixed media artist Nedim Nazerali joins the pod. We explore how dyslexia and ADHD shape his artistic perspective, from finding calm in the darkroom to boldly expressing visions that connect on a deeper emotional level.  Ned shares experiences...

Photographer and mixed media artist Nedim Nazerali joins the pod. We explore how dyslexia and ADHD shape his artistic perspective, from finding calm in the darkroom to boldly expressing visions that connect on a deeper emotional level.  Ned shares experiences working with celebrities such as Rita Ora, and making a fulfilling transition to body painting and fine art. Listen in for an illuminating l...