#neurodivergence
31 episodes
#1291: Financial Freeze: Budgeting Without the Math Anxiety
Stop letting spreadsheets trigger your fight-or-flight response. Learn how to manage your money using "bucket" systems and visual data.
#1269: Why Certain Sounds Trigger Rage: The Science of Misophonia
Is it a pet peeve or a neurological glitch? Discover why common sounds trigger "white-hot rage" and how the brain's salience network misfires.
#1158: The Organization Paradox: Messy Desks and Perfect Code
Why can someone master digital architecture but live in physical chaos? Explore the neuroscience behind the "organization paradox."
#1152: Off-Center: The History and Science of Being Weird
Explore the thin line between genius and madness, from Victorian "twilight zones" to the modern "red sneaker effect" of Silicon Valley.
#965: The Science of Stuck: Why Your Brain Won’t Let You Start
Stop calling it laziness. Discover the neurobiology behind procrastination and how to hack your brain's "ignition switch" to get moving.
#949: The Science of Sound: Navigating Sensory Sensitivity
Why does city noise or a chewing sound drive some people crazy? Explore the biology of sound sensitivity and how to reclaim your focus.
#937: The Cognitive Load: Designing Software for Every Brain
Is minimalism making software harder to use? Explore how cognitive diversity and adaptive interfaces are reshaping the future of UX design.
#879: AI for ADHD: Taming the Executive Function Bottleneck
Stop drowning in to-do lists. Discover how the latest AI agents are solving executive function hurdles to help you prioritize and focus.
#865: The Mechanics of Executive Function and Task Drift
Explore the science of executive function and how "task drift" impacts ADHD brains—and how tech can help without the shame.
#844: The "Why" Behind the "Ouch": Understanding ADHD and RSD
Ever felt like a minor criticism was a physical blow? Explore the neurological link between ADHD and Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria.
#839: Beyond Stimulants: Fine-Tuning the ADHD Brain
Discover how blood pressure meds like Guanfacine are revolutionizing ADHD treatment by "plugging the leaks" in the prefrontal cortex.
#838: The Afternoon Crash: ADHD Boosters and Metabolism
Why do ADHD meds wear off early? Explore the science of fast metabolism and the role of booster doses in managing the daily neurochemical curve.
#837: Beyond SSRIs: The Quest for Triple Reuptake Inhibitors
Can one molecule treat both depression and ADHD? Explore the elusive "holy grail" of psychiatry: Triple Reuptake Inhibitors.
#834: The Chemistry of Focus: Dopamine, ADHD, and the Brain
Why do ADHD meds work for some but not others? Explore the delicate balance of dopamine, norepinephrine, and the brain's internal wiring.
#833: The Spiky Profile: Cracking the Neurodivergent Time Code
Why does context switching feel like a cognitive tax? Discover the science of the "spiky profile" and how to build better systems for focus.
#832: AI as a Lifeline: The New Era of Assistive Tech
From Whisper to smart prosthetics, discover how AI is transforming accessibility and granting independence to millions.
#822: Social Satiety: How Much Connection Do We Really Need?
Is solitude a pathology or a biological preference? Explore the science of "social satiety" and why some people thrive with less interaction.
#821: The Pattern Seekers: Autism in Global Intelligence
Why are elite intelligence units recruiting autistic analysts? Explore the intersection of neurodiversity, AI, and national security.
#820: The Art of ADHD Diplomacy: Explaining Your Brain
Stop apologizing for your brain. Discover how to explain ADHD focus and transitions to others without the friction or the shame.
#819: The 2E Brain: Why Brilliance and Neurodivergence Coexist
Discover the biological link between high intelligence and neurodivergence, and why the 2E brain is wired for both brilliance and struggle.
#817: Beyond the Diagnosis: The Power of Neurodiversity
Is neurodivergence just a buzzword? Explore how shifting from a medical to a social model is reshaping our workplaces and identities.
#688: Vyvanse & Diet: Cracking the Code on Focus and Crashes
Is your morning OJ ruining your ADHD meds? Discover the surprising science of how diet shapes your focus and prevents the dreaded crash.
#681: Unmasking the Gifted Label: Curiosity Without Shame
Explore the "gifted" label's baggage and learn how to stop hiding your intellectual depth to fit in.
#495: The ADHD Medication Maze: Balancing Brain and Body
Explore the trade-offs between ADHD focus and heart health as we dive into neurochemistry, bureaucracy, and the search for the "sweet spot."
#485: The Science of Vyvanse: Timing, Biology, and Morning Hacks
Herman and Corn dive into the neurobiology of Vyvanse, exploring the "morning hack" and how this prodrug interacts with our internal clocks.
#459: Beyond GTD: The Rise of Autonomous Scheduling Agents
Stop staring at your to-do list and start moving. Discover how AI is transforming productivity from manual sorting to automated daily roadmaps.
#435: Tuning Out the Noise: Tech for Sensory Overload
Explore the science of auditory filtering and the latest tech tools helping people with ADHD and hyperacusis navigate a noisy world.
#399: Genius or Forgetful? Decoding Moravec’s Paradox
Why can geniuses build AI but forget their keys? Explore Moravec’s Paradox and the "spiky profile" of the neurodivergent brain.
#391: The Green Print: Sustainable Reading in a Digital Age
Is paper greener than digital? Discover how to satisfy your long-read cravings without the environmental guilt.
#377: Why the World Feels Too Loud: ADHD and Sensory Processing
Ever feel like the world is turned up to eleven? Explore the link between ADHD and sensory processing disorder with Herman and Corn.
#103: The Future of Coding: Is Your Brain Wired for AI?
Is programming difficulty objective, or is it all about your brain's wiring? Herman and Corn explore the "cognitive fit" of coding in 2025.