Best Neuroinclusion Podcasts (2025)

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How AI Is Rewriting Design: Inside the State of AI & Interior Design Report with Guy Ailion 50:00

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How are interior designers actually using AI—and what are they afraid of? In this episode of I Hear Design, host Robert Nieminen sits down with Guy Adam Ailion, co-founder and CEO of Mattoboard, to unpack the company’s new State of AI & Interior Design report. Based on a global survey of designers and architects, the findings reveal a striking para…

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272: Love, Leadership and Men: Emotional Courage and Authenticity with Craig White 39:59

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What if the real turning point for male leaders isn't more strategy—but more love, presence, and emotional courage? In this powerful episode, leadership coach and host Helena Clayton talks with high-performance coach and men's mentor Craig White, whose work guides successful men —especially those in their 40s and 50s—towards deeper emotional connec…

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What Most People Get Wrong About Gifted Kids 19:23

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Send us a text People often assume that gifted kids work harder, learn faster, or simply absorb more. But for profoundly gifted and twice-exceptional kids, their abilities often appear suddenly — without the effort-based story the world expects. And that mismatch creates a kind of emotional strain most people never notice. In this episode, Dr. Ther…

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ICYMI: Transforming Built Environments Through Trauma-Informed Design 9:25

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In this In Case You Missed It episode of I Hear Design from interiors+sources, we revisit the article “Transforming Built Environments Through Trauma-Informed Design,” written by Carrie Meadows and originally published on August 12, 2025, on the interiors+sources website. Drawing on guidance from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Admin…

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271: Why Naming Love in Coaching Can Transform Leadership with Clare Norman 35:50

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In this thought-provoking episode, host, Helena Clayton sits down with coach, supervisor and author Clare Norman to explore the transformative power of love in coaching, leadership, and organizational life. Drawing on their 15-year professional connection, they unpack how love—specifically agape, unconditional love—differs from empathy, compassion,…

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How Architects and Designers Can Lead on Indoor Air Quality with Robert Nieminen 22:45

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How often do you think about the air your projects are asking people to breathe? In this episode of I Hear Design, host Robert Nieminen unpacks why indoor air quality (IAQ) has become a frontline design issue—from post-pandemic health concerns and wildfire smoke to rising expectations for healthier workplaces. Unpacking insights from articles publi…

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270: Transforming Coaching Relationships Through Fierce Love and Courage with Marie Quigley 37:24

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In this episode, host Helena Clayton sits down with executive coach, supervisor and trainer Marie Quigley for a powerful conversation about bringing love—courageous presence, authenticity, and deep humanity—into coaching. Marie reflects on her own evolution from traditional, performance-driven coaching to a more holistic practice that balances high…

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ICYMI: Beyond Aesthetics: Biophilic Design & Neuroscience in Healthcare Spaces 10:27

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In this In Case You Missed It episode of I Hear Design, we revisit Jennifer Kenson’s feature, “Beyond Aesthetics: Biophilic Design & Neuroscience in Healthcare Spaces,” originally published on i+s. You’ll hear how biophilic design in healthcare goes far beyond adding plants or wood tones—it taps into neuroscience and concepts like the “collective u…

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269: A Day in the Life of Lucy Whitehall: Psychology-Informed Leadership Coach 56:58

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In this episode of 'A Day in the Life Of' podcast series, host Maxine Bell speaks with Lucy Whitehall, a psychologically informed leadership coach whose journey from corporate life to self-employment has shaped a deeply reflective and authentic practice. Lucy shares how she's learned to love working life again by embracing balance, integrity, and c…

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Inside Hospitality’s Reset: Place-Making, Storytelling, and Powering the Lobby Experience with Jill Cole 43:04

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The hospitality market is recalibrating, and design teams are adapting accordingly. In this episode, Jill Cole, President of Cole Martinez Curtis and Associates (CMCA), returns to the I Hear Design podcast to unpack what’s changed since her last guest appearance in 2023: financing slowdowns and the rise of limited-service/extended-stay, why experie…

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Neurotypical is NOT a Neurotype, Neurodiversity from a Marketing Perspective 58:16

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In this special episode, I present a deep dive generated by Google's NotebookLM based on my 4,500-word paper that redefines neurodiversity. This phenomenal presentation takes a critical look at the language we currently use, arguing that bedrock terms like "neurotypical" are functionally useless as a neurotype and that "neurodivergent" acts as a fa…

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268: Why Creating Neurodiverse, Inclusive Workplaces is Good Business with Professor Ludmila Praslova 49:33

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In this episode, Kate Jenkinson talks to Professor Ludmila Praslova, organizational psychologist and author of the acclaimed book The Canary Code. Ludmila shares insights from her research and lived experiences, unpacking the book's central metaphor of the 'canary in the coal mine' — as a powerful lens for understanding workplace dynamics. She expl…

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When Being Extraordinary Stops Feeling Like a Gift 19:17

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Send us a text What happens when extraordinary starts to feel like constant pressure — when potential becomes performance, and brilliance turns into burden? In this episode of Think Differently, Dr. Theresa Haskins explores the world behind the “gifted” label — and how well-intentioned excitement can quietly reduce exceptional people to their outpu…

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ICYMI: HGA Completes Innovative 144,000 sq-ft Research Facility at University of Arkansas 6:34

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On this article-read episode, we spotlight the University of Arkansas’s new Institute for Integrative & Innovative Research (I³R)—a 144,000-sq-ft hub designed by HGA (with Hufft) to accelerate convergent research and regional economic development. Published on August 27, 2025, on the interiors+sources website, the piece explores how a mass-timber p…

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267: The Business and Human Benefits of Neuroinclusion with Dominique Stern and Nathalie Meunier 36:56

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In this insightful episode, host Kate Jenkinson speaks with neurodiversity lead, Dominique Stern and scientist and coach, Nathalie Meunier about how the global healthcare company, Roche, is embedding neurodiversity inclusion into its culture through coaching, education, community, and courageous leadership. Together, they explore how understanding …

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266: Inclusive Leadership: Leading with Care and Purpose with Fiona Plows 1:02:43

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In this episode, host Kate Jenkinson talks to Fiona Plows, VP of Enterprise Innovation, for a thought-provoking conversation about neurodiversity and inclusive leadership. Fiona reflects on her career journey from a PhD in chemistry to leadership in tech and innovation and how she learned the importance of purpose-driven problem-solving over mere t…

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Storytelling, Hybrid Work, and the Future of Workplace Products with Gensler’s Brandon Larcom 40:56

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In this episode of I Hear Design, host Robert Nieminen talks with Brandon Larcom, Global Director of Product Development at Gensler, about the strategy behind today’s most effective workplace products. Larcom unpacks how research, user personas, and storytelling guide the design process—and why “hackability,” flexibility, and hybrid work are redefi…

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When Being Smart Isn’t Enough 14:15

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Send us a text What if intelligence isn’t the effortless advantage we think it is? In this episode, Dr. Theresa Haskins explores the hidden challenges faced by gifted and twice-exceptional individuals — from burnout and loneliness to perfectionism and overlooked support needs. You’ll hear why being smart doesn’t always mean having it easy, and how …

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ICYMI: Architectural Community Responds to Trump’s Executive Order on Federal Design 6:36

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In this ICYMI article-read, i+s Editor-in-Chief Carrie Meadows unpacks the renewed federal design directive from her article, “Architectural Community Responds to Trump's Executive Order on Federal Design,” originally published on Sept. 3, 2025, and why it’s drawing pushback across the A&D community. You’ll hear a concise overview of the order’s ca…

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265: The Role of Workplace Needs Assessments for Neurodivergent Employees 53:12

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In this informative episode, host Kate Jenkinson sits down with neurodiversity coach and speaker, Cheryl Winter, to explore how the world of hidden disabilities has evolved since 2010 — and what this means for coaches, leaders, and organizations today. Cheryl reflects on her journey since 2011, sharing inspiring client stories and practical strateg…

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AI, Hybrid Collaboration, and the Next Evolution of the Office with Steelcase’s Allan Smith 43:10

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The workplace is evolving faster than ever—and the office must evolve with it. In this episode of I Hear Design, host Robert Nieminen sits down with Allan W. Smith, President of the Americas and Chief Product Officer at Steelcase, to explore how decades of its workplace research are shaping the future of work. Smith shares insights into designing o…

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264: Coaching Neurodivergent Professionals: Self-Advocacy and Authenticity with Mike Bedford 39:11

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In this warm and insightful episode, host Kate Jenkinson sits down with friend and fellow coach Mike Bedford over a comforting cup of Yorkshire tea to explore coaching neurodivergent professionals. Together, they unpack the importance of unconditional positive regard, and the everyday challenges neurodivergent individuals navigate in the workplace—…

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Why Neuroinclusion Isn’t Working (Yet) 19:58

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Send us a text Psychological safety is more than a buzzword—it’s the missing link in many well-intended neuroinclusion efforts. In this episode, Dr. Theresa Haskins explains why many workplace strategies fail to succeed, despite the presence of accommodations and flexible policies. Through a practical lens, she examines how environments built on co…

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ICYMI: Designing for Every Mind: 5 Ways to Build Neuroinclusive Workplaces 8:37

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263: An Intersectional Approach to Creating a Neuro-affirming Workplace with Anita Patel 42:42

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In this episode, host Kate Jenkinson interviews Anita Patel, an inclusion and intersectionality speaker, trainer, and neurodiversity coach. Anita shares her personal journey with late-diagnosed autism and ADHD, discussing the challenges neurodivergent individuals face at work and the evolution of organizational attitudes toward neuro-inclusion. She…

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221 - Creating Space to Hear Your Inner Voice with Sheetal Story (Stillness, Intuition, and Burnout Recovery) 50:48

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In the final episode of our Self Care September: Exploration of Stillness series, host Carole Jean Whittington is joined by Sheetal Story, Spiritual Grief Support Counsellor and Cosmic Alignment Strategist, for a deeply insightful conversation on the connection between stillness, intuition, and burnout recovery. Together, they explore: ✨ How overco…

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220 - When Fitness Fuels Burnout: Redefining Movement with Lee-Anne Reuber 35:54

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In Episode 220 of Beyond Chronic Burnout, host Carole Jean Whittington sits down with Lee-Anne Reuber, founder of Sekond Skin Society, to uncover how traditional fitness culture often intensifies burnout rather than preventing it—especially for autistic, ADHD, and otherwise neurodivergent women. Together, Carole Jean and Lee-Anne explore: 💪 How exe…

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219 - Predictability, Balance & Joy: Dr. Adam Hazlett on Burnout Recovery and Neuroinclusive Living 1:02:54

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In this episode of Beyond Chronic Burnout, host Carole Jean Whittington sits down with Dr. Adam “Dutch” Hazlett, professor, disability inclusion expert, and Fulbright Specialist in Education, to explore his PB&J framework—Predictability, Balance, and Joy—a practical guide to supporting neurodivergent individuals in moving beyond survival into true …

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262: Why Organizational Kindness and Inclusive Leadership is Good for Business 36:21

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In this episode, host Kate Jenkinson talks to Nathan Broad, IT Director at Certas Energy, for an insightful conversation on how leaders can create inclusive workplaces. Nathan shares both personal and professional experiences, highlighting the power of organizational kindness, supportive policies, and community-driven approaches to inclusion. They …

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Breaking the Cycle: Tackling Waste and Building a Circular Future for Interior Design with Robert Nieminen 8:39

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Waste in the interior design industry is more than an inconvenience—it’s a systemic challenge that affects every stage of a project, from material sampling to tenant turnover. In this episode, host Robert Nieminen examines the root causes of waste and shares insights from industry experts, including highlights from Swatchbox’s groundbreaking Second…

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Understanding AuDHD: A Journey of Self-Discovery: Jannice Jones and Dr Khurram Saadiq in Conversation 30:25

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Send us a text Keywords Neurodiversity, AuDHD, ADHD, Autism, Mental Health, Advocacy, Workplace Inclusion, Misdiagnosis, Self-Discovery, Personal Experience Summary In this episode of the Neurodivergent podcast, host Jannice Jones speaks with Dr. Khurram Saadiq, an AuDHD consultant neurodiversity psychiatrist. They discuss the complexities of livin…

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218 - Mindfulness Done Differently: Tanya Roberts on Sensory-Friendly Stillness for Autistic & ADHD Women 47:53

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In this Self Care September: Exploration of Stillness episode of Beyond Chronic Burnout, host Carole Jean Whittington welcomes Tanya Roberts, AuDHD artist, meditation teacher, and founder of Mindfulness Done Differently. Tanya’s journey through panic disorder, undiagnosed ADHD and autism, and years of feeling like a “meditation failure” led her to …

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217 - Meditation Beyond Burnout: Kevin Ellerton on Stillness, Presence, and Reclaiming Well-Being 51:20

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In this Self Care September: Exploration of Stillness episode of Beyond Chronic Burnout, host Carole Jean Whittington is joined by meditation teacher, author, and global wellness leader Kevin Ellerton. Kevin shares his personal story of building a multi-million-dollar company on Wall Street by age 24—only to walk away from it all in search of somet…

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216 - Rooted in Stillness: How Pelvic Wisdom, Breath, and Body Literacy Heal Burnout with Amalia M. Lee 56:34

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In this second episode of our Self Care September: Exploration of Stillness series, I’m joined by Amalia Maria Lee, founder of The Root Method, movement and breath therapist, and holistic healthcare practitioner. With over two decades of experience in yoga, Pilates, nervous system regulation, and pelvic healing modalities, Amalia helps women reconn…

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Navigating the Flood of Opinion After an Autism Diagnosis 15:10

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Send us a text When someone you love receives an autism or ADHD diagnosis, you expect clarity. But what often follows is a tidal wave of opinions, advice, and pressure — from doctors, family members, social media, and even strangers. In this episode, Dr. Theresa Haskins explores the emotional aftermath of a diagnosis, the weight of conflicting info…

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215 - The Power of Pausing: How Stillness Heals Burnout, Trauma, and the Nervous System 1:05:21

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We’re kicking off our Self Care September: Exploration of Stillness series with a powerful conversation you don’t want to miss. I’m joined by Emma Treharne, Founder of Nuveya Life, who brings over 30 years of experience in the wellness field. Emma blends ancient wisdom with modern-day science (and a sprinkle of humor!) to guide individuals and team…

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ICYMI: Art in Interiors: Why Integrate Local Culture Into Commercial Spaces? 11:03

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In this In Case You Missed It (ICYMI) article-read, we explore how thoughtfully curated artwork can do far more than simply “decorate” a space. It can help anchor brand identity, support wayfinding, and even deepen a sense of place and belonging for occupants. Adapted from the article, "Art in Interiors: Why Integrate Local Culture Into Commercial …

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261: Rethinking Recruitment: Embracing Neurodiverse Talent with Marc Crawley 55:22

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Looking for practical ways to make recruitment more inclusive and supportive of neurodivergent talent? In this episode, host Kate Jenkinson sits down with Mark Crawley, founder of Diversita, a consultancy neurodiversity consultancy that help organizations become more neuro inclusive through training, recruitment and awareness. Mark shares his perso…

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Understanding PDA: A Parent's Perspective - a conversation between Jannice Jones and Alice Running 37:01

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Send us a text Keywords Neurodivergent, Autism, PDA, Parenting, Support Systems, Parental Blame, Double Empathy, Mental Health, Trauma, Resources Summary In this episode of the NeuroDivergent podcast, host Jannice Jones speaks with Alice Running, an author and advocate for neurodivergent families. They discuss the complexities of autism and Patholo…

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Designing for Healing: How Trauma-Informed Design Transforms Spaces and Lives with Christine Cowart and Janet Roche 50:00

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What if the spaces we design could actively reduce stress and promote healing? In this episode of I Hear Design, interiors+sources Editor-in-Chief Carrie Meadows sits down with Janet Roche and Christine Cowart, co-founders of the Trauma Informed Design Society, to explore the growing movement of trauma-informed design. They discuss the science behi…

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260: Beyond Compliance: Building Truly Inclusive Workplaces 52:07

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In the first episode of a new series – Neurodiversity in the Workplace – host Kate Jenkinson is joined by Ellie Hand, Senior HR Advisor and Training Lead at Bhayani Law, to discuss how organisations can move beyond legal compliance to create truly inclusive workplace cultures that celebrate difference and empower individuals to thrive. Ellie shares…

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214 - The 2-Week Experiment That Changed Everything: How Alice Broke Free From Burnout By Stopping the ‘Shoulds' 34:25

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What would happen if you pressed pause on every “should” in your life? In this episode of Beyond Chronic Burnout, Alice—one of our Accelerate members and a founding participant in The UnVeiling Method—shares the radical two-week experiment that completely shifted her relationship with burnout. With guidance from Carole Jean, Alice stopped all non-e…

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The Hardest Part of Advocacy: Learning When to Step Back 15:32

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Send us a text As parents, educators, or managers, we often feel that advocacy means speaking up, pushing forward, and doing the work for someone else. But the real end goal of advocacy isn’t stepping in — it’s stepping back. In this episode, Dr. Theresa Haskins explores one of the toughest transitions we face: learning when to shift from speaking …

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213 - Why Every Autistic Woman Needs to Hear Michelle’s Story Before Trying Another Program 1:34:28

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So many autistic and ADHD women find themselves stuck in the same cycle: trying program after program, searching for the one that will finally “fix” the burnout, overwhelm, and constant self-doubt. But what if the problem isn’t you—it’s that most programs are too surface-level, never addressing your unique needs, identity, and lived experience? In …

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ICYMI: The Power of Wallcoverings in Creating Salutogenic Spaces 5:31

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In this ICYMI episode of I Hear Design, we spotlight a compelling article by Heidi Lapka published on the i+s website on May 28, 2025, that explores how wallcoverings can do far more than beautify; they can actively foster well-being. You’ll discover how intentional design with wallcoverings supports the core principles of salutogenesis—the science…

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259: A Day in the Life of Conny Weyrich: Arts-Based and Trauma-Informed Coaching in Practice 37:56

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Welcome back to another episode of our Day in the Life podcast series, where we meet real coaches living real lives. In this inspiring conversation, host Maxine Bell sits down with Conny Weyrich, an arts-based and trauma-informed coach from Melbourne, Australia. Conny shares her remarkable mid-life journey from a corporate career in marketing and c…

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212 - The Self Care of Stillness: Gentle Practices to Restore Your Body, Mind & Nervous System 24:08

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Stillness doesn’t have to mean sitting perfectly still—or emptying your mind completely. In this episode, Carole Jean Whittington explores what stillness really is, why it matters for your nervous system and sensory system, and how to practice it in ways that feel safe, trauma-sensitive, and accessible for neurodivergent brains. You’ll learn: Commo…

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258: Navigating the Complexities of Identity, Power, and Inclusion in Coaching Supervision 46:48

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Can we truly make coaching spaces inclusive? This powerful closing episode of our Coaching Supervision Uncovered series invites you into a dynamic panel conversation on the role of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in coaching supervision. Host Helen O'Grady is joined by master coaches Shruti Sonthalia, Dumi Magadlela and Claire Pedrick as the…

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The Power of Partnership: How Perkins&Will Project Managers Build Trust, Balance, and Better Design with Koko Nomura and Nirmala Srinivasa 40:47

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What makes a strong project management partnership—and how does it transform the way design projects unfold? In this episode of I Hear Design, host Robert Nieminen speaks with Koko Nomura and Nirmala Srinivasa, senior project managers at Perkins&Will, about their unique collaborative dynamic. From navigating cultural and generational differences to…

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Triggered by Change: Why Life Transitions Feel So Hard 14:57

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Send us a text Fall is a season of fresh starts — but also one of the hardest times of year for life transitions. Kids head back to school, young adults leave for college or step into their first jobs, workplaces push toward year-end goals, and families juggle new routines. These transitions don’t just feel unsettling — they truly are hard. In this…