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Hyperfixed

Hyperfixed & Radiotopia

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Maybe it’s just a quiet annoyance you’ve grudgingly learned to put up with, or a life defining issue that makes it hard to move forward. Whatever it is, Alex Goldman — reporter, radio producer, and overconfident idiot — will get to the bottom of it (if there’s a bottom to be found. Results may vary). Follow Alex as he figures out not only the vast hidden mechanisms that create these problems, but works with you, the listener, to find a solution. Or at least enough of an explanation that you’ ...
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Hyperfixation: A Queer Fandom Podcast

Hyperfixation: A Queer Fandom Podcast

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Three family members of varying levels of queerness and with varying fandom interests gather to discuss their hyperfixations and fleeting passions. We started as Briikasak: A Mandalorian Podcast at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, but have expanded to general fandoms, commenting with a queer perspective.
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Current Fixation

Current Fixation

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What happens when a couple of nerds with ADHD start a podcast? You get to learn cool stuff! Join hosts Sarah Andrews and Katie Jordan each Tuesday at 9am CST as they discuss their current fixations and special interests, from fun holiday tidbits to the historical macabre. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Hyperfixation

Roma ButtCEO

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Roma is just a little guy wanting to learn about more things in the world- but doesn’t have enough time! However- they might be able to get an approximate knowledge of MANY things through their friend’s hyperfixations in 30-45 minute intervals! twitter: https://twitter.com/thehyperfixpod
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Hyperfixation Nation

Hopewell Valley Student Publications Network

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Hyperfixation Nation is a student run podcast that covers episodes that give you an all you should know on various different topics that Blake has fixated on. Some topics include the positive impact of dogs, Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, and Hamilton, the musical.
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Hyperfixation

Listen Frederick

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Hyperfixation is a podcast about the small things that bring big joy. It's a serotonin dump of media and more. Each week sisters Kristina and Briana pick a topic to hyperfixate on and dive in to understand the good, bad, and obscure things they love and obsess over.
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The Dream

Little Everywhere

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Dream fans....WE ARE BACK! We're reimagining The Dream as a weekly interview podcast with guests and segments about, I don't know.... whatever we want? Don't worry! We'll still be focused on the "American Dream" and all the assholes that make it infinitely harder to achieve. We'll just have a bit more freedom in how we present it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Story Collider

Story Collider, Inc.

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Whether we wear a lab coat or haven't seen a test tube since grade school, science is shaping all of our lives. And that means we all have science stories to tell. Every year, we host dozens of live shows all over the country, featuring all kinds of storytellers - researchers, doctors, and engineers of course, but also patients, poets, comedians, cops, and more. Some of our stories are heartbreaking, others are hilarious, but they're all true and all very personal. Welcome to The Story Collider!
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A podcast dedicated to late-diagnosed and self-diagnosed individuals on the autism spectrum, including those with AuDHD and other neurodivergent traits. Each episode will explore various topics that examine the experiences of individuals who have navigated life without prior awareness of their neurodivergence. Our host, Dan, offers a personal and experiential perspective, with the intention of sharing stories that may provide assistance and support to others on similar journeys.
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Overthinking? Same. I’m Jess, your anxious, tea-fuelled ADHDer figuring life out one impulsive decision (and mild panic) at a time. The Anxious ADHDer is a podcast for brains that don’t always play by the rules. And if I dare so say myself, honest, funny, and a little chaotic in all the right ways. New episodes every Thursday. Grab your brew, press play, and feel a little more understood. 💜
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In 2004, a racial controversy erupted at a small, mostly white performing arts high school in rural Massachusetts. There were protests. TV news crews. A tense all-school assembly. And then, an announcement: the school would stage an iconic American musical that no one saw coming. This is the story of that production. Coming June 2025. Radiotopia Presents premiers short multi-episode series in one podcast feed, unified by bold, inclusive storytelling pushing the boundaries of audio. Learn mor ...
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Whole by Design

The Viva Center

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Welcome to Whole by Design, a transformative podcast that challenges traditional mental health narratives and reminds us that our experiences make perfect sense no matter how challenging. Join Dr. Julie Lopez, founder of the Viva Center, as she brings her expertise in human systems to illuminate the complexities of mental health with compassion and clarity. Each month, Dr. Lopez and her remarkable guests explore beyond conventional thinking to reveal the brilliance of our human system and it ...
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Follow along with the misadventures of Alani, a Black neurodivergent woman who’s usually (always) misunderstood by her lack of fitting into social norms, yet no one in her circle wants to explain to her why that’s wrong. Must be a neurotypical thing that she will also not understand… DISCLAIMER: The information provided on this podcast is for general knowledge and informational purposes only, and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional for ...
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Sorry, What?

Tarah and Barry

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Welcome to the "Sorry, What?" Podcast your once - weekly deep dive into the world of ADHD in life and love! Every Monday, join us for a blend of playful banter, insightful stories, and actionable advice, as we unpack what it's like living with ADHD and navigating it in romantic relationships. We're not here to tell you that ADHD is your superpower. But we are here to help you understand yourself, feel seen, and offer real, transformative strategies to work with your ADHD, rather than against it.
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Mystery Shack Lookback

Charley Marlowe; Ella Cesari; Shelby Sessler

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Gravity Falls' slow reveal of mysteries bred a unique, tight-knit community, where Charley Marlowe and Ella Cesari first met. In their podcast "Mystery Shack Lookback", they provide a historic timeline of Disney's first continuity-driven cartoon. A time capsule for old fans and a book club for new ones, they talk spoiler-free about the episodes, expanded universe media, and outdated fan theories.
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Just like our relationships with other humans in our lives, our relationships with our dogs are dynamic and complex. We believe that for those relationships to flourish or to find resolution when those relationships become strained, we must attend to them thoughtfully and with care. Welcome to the Consider the Dog podcast, created from archived recordings of live sessions where our members get to ask their most burning questions to some of the greatest practitioners of Canine Behavior. Hoste ...
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Opening the doors of Psychology to you. The ultimate clinical conversation across the expanse of challenging issues. Improve your quality of life. Kirsten has learnt from 20+ years of experience where the therapeutic value lies. She is eager to open the floodgates of psychological knowledge and share it with you.This podcast was prompted by her writing the Signposts for Living series. Together covering 153 areas, these books include Control you Consciousness, Understanding Myself, Mindfulnes ...
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We are starting a themed stretch around lavender marriages starting with Netflix's House of Guinness. Arthur Guinness is not the greatness queer representation but he had an interesting lavender marriage with Olivia. Possibly more interesting in real life than in the show. Cal has a lot to say. Episodes We Mention: Castlevania: The Netflix Series R…
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For the Solomon family, celebrations meant only one thing - a cake from their favorite bakery, Lords. And then suddenly, Lords Bakery was gone. Please support Hyperfixed! Our show doesn't exist without you -- https://www.hyperfixedpod.com/join LINKS: Claire Saffitz YouTube Channel, Claire Saffitz x Dessert Person: https://www.youtube.com/@CSaffitz …
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Ever convinced yourself this time it’s different? That new hobby, skill, or random obsession is definitely your life’s purpose? Yeah. That’s hyperfixation. ADHD’s version of a two-week love affair with a side of existential overcommitment. In this episode, I’m talking about the beautiful chaos that is hyperfixation: why it feels like a rush, how an…
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Scott Bennett: Blood Sugar Baby tells the amazing true story of Scott and Jemma Bennett’s infant daughter Olivia and her battle with a rare genetic condition, how she was nearly fatally misdiagnosed and how Scott challenged the hospital to improve their care - by taking his dad’s advice to “Put a tie on”. First-time parents Scott and Jemma are take…
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Ever catch yourself replaying a text, analysing a look, or scanning for shifts in someone’s tone, and suddenly, you’re spiralling? This one’s for you. In this episode, we dive deep into why so many of us with ADHD, autism, and trauma overthink, over give, and over feel in relationships, and how those patterns are rooted in survival, not weakness. I…
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This week, we’re teaming up with Silenced Science Stories, a volunteer project that shines a light on scientists whose work has been derailed by federal budget cuts and mass firings. In this episode, both of our storytellers share deeply personal accounts of how these political decisions upended their work—and the science itself. Part 1: When an ep…
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Ever feel like you’re performing a version of yourself just to get through the day? Like you’re acting out “Normal Person Energy” on loop? That’s masking. It’s the quiet effort of hiding your ADHD, anxiety, or other neurodivergent traits to fit in. In this episode, I'm diving into my own experiences with masking, the toll it takes on mental health,…
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Send us a text On this episode of Late to the Party, I speak with acclaimed author Kay Kerr to explore the intricate connections between writing, memory, and identity. Kay shares her journey as an autistic writer, from her celebrated young adult novels Please Don’t Hug Me and Social Queue to her latest works, including Might Cry Later and contribut…
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Join us for our very first fully collaborative, off-the-cuff episode! In this episode, witchy history enthusiasts Katie AND Sarah infodump about: The enthralling witch themed talk we attended, given by Lisa Traugott Scotland’s creation myth The true and sad story of Lilias Adie, the most famous witch in Scotland Learn more about Lisa Traugott and h…
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Jon Long and Dr Tara Shine join forces for more of the hybrid comedy-magazine show that emits jokes and facts that (carbon) capture all things climate to demystify the issues and offer advice on how to make positive choices in our everyday lives. This week - The Carbon Cost of Tech, The Internet and AI with special guests Chris McCausland and Mike …
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There’s a moment after chaos when everything goes quiet, and you realise you’re different. The rush, the spark, the drama that used to feel like connection doesn’t hit the same. You start to wonder if calm can really be love. In this episode, Ilja dives deep into rejection sensitivity dysphoria (RSD), the intense emotional pain that comes when we p…
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Hey Dream listeners! First of all, we want to thank everyone who's joined our supercast channel over the last few weeks (only $5 a month for ad free episodes!) It helps us so much and keeps us from having to overload the Dream feed with more ad spots than we already have. When you join the Supercast channel we become more independent and less behol…
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This week, in honor of Halloween, we're presenting two classic stories about facing fears for science. Part 1: As a newly minted PhD student in geology, Erik Klemetti starts to question his decisions when Aucanquilcha, a 20,000-foot volcano in Chile, proves difficult to tame. Part 2: Explorer George Kourounis finds himself growing increasingly anxi…
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Some people live life, and some people LIVE life. Renowned writer O. Henry (William Sydney Porter) was one of those people. In this episode, fellow Renaissance person Sarah infodumps about: The wild ride that was O. Henry’s life before he settled into writing Austin’s O. Henry museum and Pun Off Competition How his legacy lives on and encourages li…
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The team look at human hobbies and wonder, what is the point? Gareth goes on a date, purely for research purposes, and roving reporter Phil is back at the Swindon nest to observe his favourite family...from a safe and morally appropriate distance. To listen to more episodes from this series, search "Humanwatch" on BBC Sounds. Written and presented …
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When you’ve only ever known love that burns, calm can feel like danger. But safety - real, grounded, slow safety - is where desire begins to grow again. There was a time I thought I knew what intimacy felt like - the pull, the craving, the chaos. But I didn’t. I only knew how to perform love, chase it, or earn it. In this episode, I’m talking about…
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Hey Dream Listeners! We are so excited to announce our new Supercast channel, The Dream Plus! For only $5 a month you can now get every episode of The Dream (including our back entire back catalog) ad-free, along with bonus content and a new for the show AMA chat board, where you can ask Jane and Dann questions, suggest ideas and bring The Dream Pl…
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We return to the Roots of Chaos series with the newest book Among the Burning Flowers by Samantha Shannon. It's the shortest, most accessible, but also the least gay book — through the bar is very, very high for this series. Episodes We Mentioned: The Priory of the Orange Tree A Day of Fallen Night Dragon Age: Inquisition Queerness in Xena: Warrior…
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In this week’s episode, both of our storytellers learn the hard way that getting high doesn’t always mean having a good time. Part 1: At his friend’s bachelor party, Andrew McGill joins in on a mushroom trip that quickly spirals out of control. Part 2: In an attempt to calm his nerves about going on an Alaskan cruise, Will Clegg turns to marijuana.…
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Ever sit down to tweak one tiny thing… and six hours later you’ve redesigned your entire life, your tea’s cold, and your leg’s gone completely numb? Yeah. That’s hyperfocus, the best and worst part of the ADHD brain. In this episode, I’m unpacking how hyperfocus can be both a creative high and an emotional crash. We’ll look at what’s really happeni…
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Phoebe is in search of a video game from her past that had an outsized impact on her, and she needs our help. Please become a premium member! We can't exist without your support! https://www.hyperfixedpod.com/join LINKS: Books by Phoebe Wahl Clay Routledge McGee Katie’s Farm (McGee 2) McGee at the Fun Fair (McGee 3) Learn about your ad choices: dov…
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Poor sleep can affect more than just energy. It can shape mood, focus, and mental health in surprising ways. In this episode, Dr. Julie Lopez sits down with psychiatrist Dr. Andres Barkil-Oteo to explore the hidden connection between sleep apnea and mental health. They discuss why sleep apnea often goes unnoticed, how it can mimic depression or ADH…
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If I told you your home was your first place and work was your second, what would your third place be? A cafe? A public library? Somewhere outside or inside? Join your hosts as they discuss the global significance of third spaces. Jumping between historical precedent, pandemic based shifts in the modern way we engage in community, and our dreams of…
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First stop of the new series is Oakham, nestled in the UK’s smallest county – Rutland. Rutland has a village that's proudly twinned with Paris (even if the Parisians don’t know), has Europe’s largest man-made lake (which required flooding a local village) and hangs its horseshoes the other way round (so the devil falls out, obviously). Joining Mark…
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Hey Dream Listeners! We are so excited to announce our new Supercast channel, The Dream Plus! For only $5 a month you can now get every episode of The Dream (including our back entire back catalog) ad-free, along with bonus content and a new for the show AMA chat board, where you can ask Jane and Dann questions, suggest ideas and bring The Dream Pl…
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In honor of OCD Awareness Week, this episode features two deeply personal stories about living with obsessive compulsive disorder. Part 1: For Hannah Hedelius, a classmate’s hiccups trigger an overwhelming reaction she can’t hold back. Part 2: As a graduate student, Rachel Hostetler begins to realize that her intrusive thoughts may be more than jus…
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Ever find yourself going full project manager for 48 hours, colour-coding your entire life, labelling folders, making fresh to-do lists, and convincing yourself this planner will finally fix everything... only to burn out two days later? Yeah. Same. Welcome to what I’m calling The Productivity Paradox, that messy overlap where ADHD’s love of novelt…
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Sometimes Reddit happens and you scrap an episode in the middle of research to Charlie Day yourself down a rabbit hole of historical domino effects. In this episode, Reddit-rabbitholer Sarah infodumps about: How King George III led to the hit sensation known as 50 Shades of Grey Bonus stories about other historical domino effects Troubles in podcas…
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Paul Sinha tests his audience in Leicester on their knowledge of their home county, Trivial Pursuit-style - with all the colours of questions, from geography to entertainment, getting asked. Can they fill the wedges, and can Paul answer their favourite questions, about crisps, bells and cricket? To hear more episodes, search "Paul Sinha's Perfect P…
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Hey Dream Listeners! We are so excited to announce our new Supercast channel, The Dream Plus! For only $5 a month you can now get every episode of The Dream (including our back entire back catalog) ad-free, along with bonus content and a new for the show AMA chat board, where you can ask Jane and Dann questions, suggest ideas and bring The Dream Pl…
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Because Cal needed to, we discuss the romance in the Kingdom Come Deliverance games between Hans and Henry. It might not be historically accurate but it holds an important place in queer video game history and received a lot of weird backlash. Episodes We Mentioned: Queerness in Xena: Warrior Princess Baldur’s Gate 3 Republic Commando: Hard Contact…
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In this week’s episode, we wade into the bloody (and sometimes gory) side of science. Part 1: Shawn Musgrave wants to donate blood, but runs headfirst into the FDA’s lifetime ban on gay men as donors. Part 2: While working with the condor recovery program, Molly Astell opens a freezer to find every researcher’s nightmare. Shawn Musgrave is a lawyer…
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Send us a text In this follow-up conversation with Joanne Seymon, co-founder of Kaiko Fidgets, we go far beyond product design and neurodiversity. This episode dives deep into the human experience—touching on love, pain, parenting, grief, death, trauma, and the messy beauty of work that matters. Jo brings her signature warmth and wisdom as we explo…
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This week, listener Manon asks why are there so many songs on streaming services featuring her brothers name - Ethan. And why are they all about poop? Please become a premium member! We can't exist without your support! https://www.hyperfixedpod.com/join LINKS: Get a custom song by Matt Farley: https://moternmedia.com/custom-songs Listen to A Song …
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Ever find yourself saying "sure!" before your brain’s even loaded the question? I’m diving into The Art of Saying No, and the people-pleasing panic that so often comes with ADHD and anxiety. When your brain’s wired to avoid guilt, conflict or rejection, even the smallest “no” can feel absolutely massive. I’m learning to pause before the panic, set …
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Have you ever drawn a connection in your mind between a seemingly unrelated cause and effect and just knew there was more to the story than meets the eye? Join us on the journey to explore the impact of livestock anti-inflammatories on the death rituals of a specific religious group. In this week’s episode, play along as puzzle-brained Katie infodu…
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Ever feel like even simple choices drain you? In this episode, I’m diving into decision fatigue, the quiet, exhausting side of ADHD and anxiety that nobody really warns you about. You know, when every choice feels heavy and your brain’s running on empty, it’s easy to start doubting yourself. I’ll share how I’m learning to rebuild self-trust, what a…
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Ken receives some bad news that requires him to spend more time at home and Achi is forced to cover his role with unexpected, rather peculiar consequences. Meanwhile Harriett furiously searches for a way to plug a hole in the charity’s finances. Garrett Millerick’s ensemble sitcom Do Gooders returns for another series. The show takes us back behind…
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Hey Dream Listeners! We are so excited to announce our new Supercast channel, The Dream Plus! For only $5 a month you can now get every episode of The Dream (including our back entire back catalog) ad-free, along with bonus content and a new for the show AMA chat board, where you can ask Jane and Dann questions, suggest ideas and bring The Dream Pl…
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In this week’s episode, our storytellers face life-or-death moments they’ll never forget. Part 1: On a trip to Colombia for a research conference, biologist Stephanie Galla must rely on her fight-or-flight instincts when she is cornered by a mugger with a knife. Part 2: An ordinary day takes a shocking turn when Kim Weaver is struck by lightning. S…
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Ever find yourself stuck in that ADHD and anxiety shame spiral where one tiny mistake suddenly feels like proof you’re a total failure? You’re not alone. In this episode, I’m unpacking that exhausting loop, from missed deadlines and forgotten texts to those awkward moments your brain replays on a loop. I’ll share how ADHD sets the stage and anxiety…
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Empty cups, miscommunications, deus ex machinas, OH MY! The media we consume is full of tropes, and for good reason. They’re memorable, easy to replicate in new stories, and familiar to viewers. In our fifth episode, Sarah and Katie chat about: The tropes they love, hate, hate to love, and love to hate Being really annoying and/or really fun to wat…
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You know that voice that tells you you’re not doing enough - no matter how hard you try? In this episode, I’m diving into the inner critic, that relentless voice that shows up when ADHD and anxiety collide. The one that fuels negative self-talk, chips away at self-esteem, and keeps saying that you should “do better.” I’ll share how naming your inne…
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Former-forensic-scientist-turned-stand-up-comedian Ria Lina examines the gap between the science we’re sold by the wellness industry and the science that’s done in a lab – particularly when it comes to treatments that boast anti-aging effects. This episode, she’s joined by comedian Geoff Norcott to see if Microneedling can make their faces look any…
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