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1 Public Demand Avoidance: Autonomy and Care with Frances McCafferty 36:35
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this episode, Jacinta and Lachlan chat with occupational therapist and neurodiversity advocate Frances McCafferty about PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance), autonomy, and what it means to create truly neurodiversity-affirming spaces. Frances, who founded Embrace Neurodiversity with her husband, shares her personal perspective as an autistic PDAer, what PDA actually feels like from the inside, how demands can show up in surprising ways, and why safety and choice matter so much. Frances talks about how she balances her roles as a peer researcher, therapist, and advocate — and how we, at large, can all do better to support PDAers at home, school, work, and beyond! You can find more about Embrace Neurodiverity here . The website for PDA Society can be found here . We couldn't find the exact clip from "Everything's Gonna Be Okay" by Josh Thomas, so here's a trailer for the first season of the show. It is currently no longer streaming on iview or any other service, but may be available elsewhere.…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThis week Jacinta and Lachlan talk to artist and academic Drew Pettifer. As an austistic ADHDer, Drew chats about growing up queer and neurodivergent, finding connection through creativity, and why telling overlooked stories—especially queer ones—matters so much (as well as the intersections between queer identity and neurodivergent identity). It's a fascinating interview and was a pleasure talking with Drew. You're bound to learn something along the way! You can find Drew's website here , as well as his RMIT profile here . Resources: Dr. Alison Bennett: website , RMIT profile , "Queering the Paradigm" - Talking Pictures Nora Nord: website , "Neuroqueer Artists with ADHD Gain Visibility in a Photo Series" - ADDitude Dr. Nick Walker: website , "Neuroqueer Heresies" "Defiant" by Athena Lynn Michaels Dillon & Michael Scott Monje Jr.…
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It's getting colder out there, listeners, so why not curl up with an episode of Differently Brained and a cozy video game? Lachlan and Jacinta chat about what a cozy game is (and what it isn't), how they help us regulate and feel safe and calm, and some recommendations for you to try out. Resources: Gaming statistics in Australia - Australia Plays 2023 Report - Interactive Games and Entertainment Association Reuters article - Cozy comfort: new research backs up what games have thought for years: video games can be an antidote to stress and anxiety Önnberg, M. (2024). Cozy games and their impact: An exploration study of coziness in games. - http://his.diva-portal.org/smash/record.jsf?pid=diva2:1881616 Bowdidge, S. (2024). Cosy games: How games such as Animal Crossing help mental health, BBC News - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cglk8wl3lylo https://wholesomegames.com/…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAre you in need of some education on ADHD? Or perhaps some advocacy and youth work? Or maybe even a DJ for your event? Well look no further - in today's episode Jacinta talks to Georgia Zentrich, The ADHD Educator. They discuss ADHD stigma, managing schedules, the challenges posed by the mental health care system, and more (including DJing) Georgia has an Instagram And you can find the resources mentioned in the episode below. REFERENCES: It's A Lot Podcast with Abby Chatfield Interview with G-Flip William Dodson - Interest Based Nervous System How Simone Biles Turned ADHD into Her Superpower Heartbreak High Geek Girl…
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This one is a bit late, apologies all! In today's episode, Jacinta tells us all about her recent journey through Europe. How did it affect her? How can neurodivergent people prepare themselves for travel? Was it worth it? Are Jacinta and Lachlan the most beautiful singers you've ever heard? Jump aboard and find out!…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedJoin us in welcoming back Ashley Kalagian Blunt - author, podcaster and friend of the show. In this episode we chat about her brand new book, 'Cold Truth', a tech-noir crime thriller. The conversation delves into the writing process, cybersecurity, technology anxiety, crypto-currency warnings, and more! ASHLEY'S BOOKS: COLD TRUTH — Ashley Kalagian Blunt DARK MODE — Ashley Kalagian Blunt HOW TO BE AUSTRALIAN — Ashley Kalagian Blunt MY NAME IS REVENGE — Ashley Kalagian Blunt Also, check out the podcast James and Ashley Stay at Home REFERENCES: The Age of Magical Overthinking | Book by Amanda Montell | Official Publisher Page | Simon & Schuster…
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It's a new year, friends, and a brand new season of Differently Brained! We're really excited to get back into the swing of things and give you all a year's worth of podcast goodness with different brains aplenty. Just like in 2024 we've come up with two new 'guiding words/intentions' for 2025 (No Spoilers as to what we chose, you'll just have to listen!) Welcome back, y'all, we missed you! REFERENCED IN THE SHOW: 'Not Perfect' by Tim Minchin 9 Life Lessons - Tim Minchin UWA Address 'You Don't Have to Dream' by Tim Minchin (book)…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedWe're back baybeeeeeeee! And not a moment too soon (considering the end of the year is hurtling towards us). In this, our first of two wrap-up episodes, Jacinta reflects on the year that was. Has she, indeed, "BUILT"? Some of the resources mentioned: The Pulling | Book | Scribe Publications (Adele's Book) Simply Happy Organisation - Narelle King - Professional Organiser - Yoga Teacher Candles – Lavender Moon Candle Co Mel Watson - Speaker, Mentor, Burnout & HR Expert…
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Okay, we know, this one is a bit late and hastily edited, but nevertheless it is here! A supercut of many of our guest episodes from series 1 of Differently Brained sharing their favourite resources and representations dealing with mental health and neurodivergence. Of course, if you want something more comprehensive, do go back and listen to the full episodes. In speaking order, the guests you will hear from are: Orion Kelly Kay Kerr Matt Bruyninckx Mel Watson Min Lou Kylie Maslen Suzanna Poredos Claudia-Barriga Larrivière Brandon Harvey Steph Liz Cuthbert Miranda Luby Kirk Cetinic Amanda Tattersall Dani Vee Ashley Kalagian Blunt Davina Bell Alicia Elliott Jess and Bonnie Flint Below are links to as many of the resources and references mentioned that can be found: RESOURCES: Amaze — Creating an autism inclusive Australia Always Angelic Aspie Alice (Suzanna Poredos' Podcast) Peer-to-Peer Support - Our Programs - GROW Australia Peer CARE Companion Warmline | Roses in the Ocean Alternatives to Suicide in Australia – Alt2Su – NSW (alt2su-nsw.net) The Rapids by Sam Twyford-Moore Support for Eating Disorders and Body Image Issues | Butterfly Foundation Eating in the Light of the Moon by Anita Johnson James Ward-Sinclair, Author at Autistic & Unapologetic Scaling Change — On making change big and small | by Amanda Tattersall | Medium (And some of Amanda's other articles: Amanda Tattersall – Medium ) The School of Life - YouTube Channel James and Ashley Stay at Home Podcast You Are Light by Aaron Becker Understanding Postpartum Psychosis: A Temporary Madness by Teresa M. Twomey Love & Autism by Kay Kerr I Overcame My Autism and All I Got Was This Lousy Anxiety Disorder: A Memoir by Sarah Kurchak paige layle - YouTube Channel Dani Donovan Better Late Than Never by Emma Mahony & Sari Solden A Radical Guide for Women with ADHD by Sari Solden & Michelle Frank REPRESENTATIONS: Heartbreak High Helen Hoang (author) 'Peta Lyre's Rating Normal' by Anna Whateley Everything's Gonna Be Okay (currently not streaming on iView) Hannah Gadsby Sex Education Fisk Julie and Julia Malcolm in the Middle 'Hal fixing a lightbulb' Modern Family 'Phil's ADHD' Bojack Horseman Maria Bamford : ' Old Baby' , ' Lady Dynamite' Silver Linings Playbook Crazy Ex-Girlfriend Please Like Me Conversations with Friends by Sally Rooney ( Book & TV Show ) Taylor Tomlinson (comedian): 'Arm Floaties' Fantasia 'Flamingo Scene' 'To This Day' TED Talk by Shane Koyczan Kelly Clarkson's Spotify discography 360 feat Seth Sentry - 'Closer' 'Alone With You In The Ether' by Olivie Blake Silver Linings Playbook 'Bloodlines' series by Richelle Mead Modern Love series 1 episode 3 Tim Sharp and 'Laser Beak Man' Works of Kate DiCamillo Saint Maud The Babadook…
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It's been discussed before that some neurodivergent folks don't really vibe with idioms. Either they don't understand them, find them frustrating and trite, or don't parse the context together. Jacinta is one such neurodivergent person with this particular pet peeve (is that an idiom?) and Lachlan tests out some of the more egregious examples on her to figure out why.…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedOne of our favourite things to ask our guests on Differently Brained is what resources or media show quality representation. This time, however, the discussion is all about what shows or movies make us feel comfy and a bit more regulated. In this very short episode you'll hear Jacinta and Lachlan talk about the things they never get tired of watching over and over and over and over and over again.…
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It's been roughly 18 months since we started this podcast, and we thought it'd be high time to reflect on the process, what we've learned and what we've struggled with. A behind-the -scenes look at Differently Brained. But more than that, this is an episode in which we hype each other. Love us. Love our show.…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedBeau Windon is a neurodivergent author of Wiradjuri heritage who, in a first for Differently Brained, joined us in person for a chat! Beau talks to us about his identity, the creative process as a neurodivergent writer, and his PhD focus on Neurodivergent Aesthetics. Check out Beau's website, containing his writing, here ! Resources: Neuroqueer Heresies by Dr. Nick Walker Phil Smith…
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Here at Differently Brained we sometimes make hyperbolic statements. This time is different! Jacinta and Lachlan list their top 3 things (it's a broad category) they can't live without as neurodivergent/mentally ill individuals. It's a short episode this week, but a fun one! Tell us your top three!
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThis episode is all about a small rural city boy making his way in the big smoke of Melbourne. Lachlan and Jacinta record for the first time in person and talk all about what the trip has been like so far. Talking points: -Public Transport -Grace Cummings -Cold Weather -Smiling and waving at people
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedFor those who don't know, Jacinta Dietrich, 50% of the hosting apparatus comprising 'Differently Brained' is a writer. Not only that, she's writing a YA Novel! But wait, there's more -- she was also awarded a fellowship at The Wheeler Centre in Melbourne to use one of their hot desks to work on her novel. In this episode, we chat about that experience, how it accommodated both creatively and neurologically, and generally just hype Jacinta - join us! How to find us Follow us on Instagram Join our private Facebook community Follow us on Twitter Check out our website Shoot us an email to differentlybrainedpodcast@gmail.com Follow our personal stuff - @jacintadietrich & @ruthooftheloch About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders past, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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1 Differently Brained goes to the dentist with Dr. Romi Fried 43:45
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedJacinta and Lachlan chat with Dr. Romi Fried, an autistic dentist passionate about making dentistry more accessible! This is Dr Trudy Lin who I mentioned during our chat: https://trudysmile.net/about-dr-trudy-lin/ & as promised, some accounts that I'd recommend from the gram (in the dental-sphere) --> https://www.instagram.com/drbethanystoothtales?igsh=YXk5Z21nbGJnMDhv https://www.instagram.com/_the_tooth_fairy_?igsh=NG12eTdycjlpaHE5 and mine (@theneurodivergentdentist) and I mentioned this one when I spoke about the pie chart https://www.instagram.com/livedexperienceeducator?igsh=MWV3cHZndmt4bmo2NA==…
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1 Twinkle twinkle little star, how our sleep is often blah 54:05
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Regional journalist and writer Simon McCarthy drops by to talk about anxiety, work, and trying to figure out his different brain. Simon McCarthy is a journalist working at the Newcastle Herald in NSW. He writes news, features and produces video and multimedia for the Herald and the Weekender magazine, and he contributes regularly to the Newcastle Heral d's daily Topics column. He is a photographer, writer, and co-creator of the Toohey's News Podcast. He's also one of the Differently Brained team's oldest friends. Check out some of the things we mention in this week's episode: Simon McCarthy, Newcastle Herald The Newcastle Herald's Topics column Find Simon on Instagram David Foster Wallace 'This is Water' commencement speech Elif Batuman on Longform Elif Batuman: 'Japan's Rent-a-Family Industry' HOW TO FIND US Join our private Facebook community Follow us on Instagram Follow us on Twitter Check out our website Shoot us an email to differentlybrainedpodcast@gmail.com Follow our personal stuff - @jacintadietrich & @ruthooftheloch CREDITS This episode was produced by Lachlan Rutherford and Jacinta Dietrich. ABOUT DIFFERENTLY BRAINED Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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1 Add your mums, add your dads: Feb community wrap 45:27
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1 Encore: Jordon Steele-John gives us the lowdown on the ADHD Senate Report 52:37
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAnother one from the archive! Jacinta and Lachlan were lucky enough to chat with Greens senator Jordon Steele-John not once but twice last year! In this episode, the ins and outs of the ADHD Senate Report are discussed (and despite the findings, ADHDers are still facing a slew of issues in 2024!) How to find us Follow us on Instagram Join our private Facebook community Follow us on Twitter Check out our website Shoot us an email to differentlybrainedpodcast@gmail.com Follow our personal stuff - @jacintadietrich & @ruthooftheloch About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders past, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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1 Encore: Kay Kerr's Love & Autism will make you cry (in a good way) 57:24
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedYou may have heard this one before - or maybe not! Either way, it's well worth a listen. In one of our most popular episodes we sat down to chat with Kay Kerr about her book 'Love & Autism' which, given the timing (a week after Valentine's Day) seemed like a good reason to do an encore. Original Episode Description: In this episode, Jacinta and Lachlan interview Kay Kerr about her new book Love & Autism . Love & Autism presents an uplifting celebration of neurodivergent love, the search for it and a deeper look into the lives of autistic Australians. We chat to Kay about where the idea came from, the interview and drafting process, autistic affirmation and joy, and what she thinks lies ahead for the next generation of autistics. About our guest Kay Kerr is an autistic author and journalist from the Sunshine Coast, Queensland. Her debut novel Please Don’t Hug Me (2020) was shortlisted for Book of the Year for Older Children at the Australian Book Industry Awards in 2021, and listed as a ‘Notable Book’ by the Children’s Book Council of Australia. Her second novel, Social Queue , was released with Text Publishing in October 2021. Kay’s freelance writing has appeared in The Guardian, SBS Voices, Daily Life, Broadsheet, and Peppermint Magazine, amongst others. She writes about autistic representation, disability, parenting, pop culture, gardening, and feelings. Kay's new book Love & Autism is out now. Representations & resources Kay's website Please Don’t Hug Me Social Queue Love & Autism The Overshare Clem Bastow's Late Bloomer Chloe Hayden's Different, Not Less Tim Chan's & Sarah Chan's Back From the Brink Anna Whateley ( Peta Lyre's Rating Normal) Jen Wilde ( This Is the Way the World Ends , Queens of Geek , Going Off Script and The Brightsiders ) Helen Hoang ( The Kiss Quotient , The Bride Test and The Heart Principle ) Kate Foster ( The Bravest Word , Paws , Harriet Hound , The Unlikely Heroes Club and All the Small Wonderful Things ) We’re Not Broken by Eric Garcia. You can purchase all of these book titles and more from your local independent bookseller or Booktopia. Please note by purchasing through these Booktopia partner links we are provided a small commission which allows us to continue to provide the podcast at no cost to our audience. About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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Episode description Valentine's Day is...a lot. Whether you love it, hate it, or are somewhere in between, it's pretty firmly in the collective culture! Jacinta and Lachlan chat about their thoughts on Valentine's day and give a couple of ideas on how to make it more fun/less daunting/more tolerable! How to find us Join our private Facebook community Follow us on Instagram Follow us on Twitter Check out our website Shoot us an email to differentlybrainedpodcast@gmail.com Follow our personal stuff - @jacintadietrich & @ruthooftheloch About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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1 Shame, secrecy and the private world of pulling with Adele Dumont 45:04
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAbout our guest Adele Dumont is an Australian writer and critic. Her work has appeared in Griffith Review , Meanjin , Southerly , ABR , and Sydney Review of Books . Adele’s first book, No Man is an Island , is an account of her experiences teaching English to asylum seekers in detention. Her second book, The Pulling , is a work of memoir charting her experience of trichotillomania. Adele's Twitter Adele's website Representations Bezoar by Guadalupe Nettel, translated by Rahul Bery Resources TrichStop website TLC Foundation for Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors website How to find us Join our private Facebook community Follow us on Instagram Follow us on Twitter Check out our website Shoot us an email to differentlybrainedpodcast@gmail.com Follow our personal stuff - @jacintadietrich & @ruthooftheloch About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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About our guest Laura is a disabled writer and bibliophile living on Wurundjeri land. She has a Masters of Professional psychology and works as a plain language and Easy English content writer. Her words have appeared in places such The Age , Kill Your Darlings , ArtsHub , ABC Everyday and The Guardian . She is also a member of the minister-appointed Victorian Disability Advisory Council. Representations Palestinian writers Songs of the Living and the Dead Cerebral Palsy The Amazing Edie Eckhart by Rosie Jones The Heights Bridie McKim Special Mental health and neurodivergence Crazy Ex-Girlfriend United States of Tara Peta Lyre's Rating Normal by Anna Whateley If I Fall, I Die Social Queue, Please Don't Hug Me and Love & Autism by Kay Kerr The Bravest Word by Kate Foster Xavier in the Meantime by Kate Gordon How to find us Join our private Facebook community Follow us on Instagram Follow us on Twitter Check out our website Shoot us an email to differentlybrainedpodcast@gmail.com Follow our personal stuff - @jacintadietrich & @ruthooftheloch About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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Are you halfway through January and already tanked your new year resolutions? Or maybe you don't make them but feel a little adrift without a focus come midyear? Then we have the episode for you. Jacinta and Lachlan sit down and chat about why they are making a 2024 intention and how they picked theirs. Representations Resources How to find us Follow us on Instagram Join our private Facebook community Follow us on Twitter Check out our website Shoot us an email to differentlybrainedpodcast@gmail.com Follow our personal stuff - @jacintadietrich & @ruthooftheloch About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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1 That’s a wrap, part two: Lachlan reflects on 2023 37:51
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedJacinta comes with a surprise list of questions for Lachlan to chat about 2023, starting a podcast, how it all went and what he hopes next year brings. How to find us Follow us on Instagram Join our private Facebook community Follow us on Twitter Check out our website Shoot us an email to differentlybrainedpodcast@gmail.com Follow our personal stuff - @jacintadietrich & @ruthooftheloch About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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1 That’s a wrap, part one: Jacinta reflects on 2023 38:47
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedLachlan comes with a surprise list of questions for JD to chat about 2023, starting a podcast, how it all went and what she hopes next year brings. How to find us Follow us on Instagram Join our private Facebook community Follow us on Twitter Check out our website Shoot us an email to differentlybrainedpodcast@gmail.com Follow our personal stuff - @jacintadietrich & @ruthooftheloch About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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1 The ADHD Senate report is out! with Jordon Steele-John 51:08
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe ADHD Senate report is out! We were lucky enough to have Senator Jordon Steele-John back again to give us the highlights, the lowlights and all the info on what we do next. About our guest Representations & resources How to find us Follow us on Instagram Join our private Facebook community Follow us on Twitter Check out our website Shoot us an email to differentlybrainedpodcast@gmail.com Follow our personal stuff - @jacintadietrich & @ruthooftheloch About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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About our guest Davina Bell is a writer for young people of many ages, and a children’s book editor. Her award-winning and Notable picture books include All the Ways To Be Smart , All of the Factors of Why I Love Tractors , Under the Love Umbrella , The Underwater Fancy-Dress Parade , Oh Albert ! and Hattie Helps Out . She is also the author of the Alice books in Penguin’s best-selling Our Australian Girl series, the Lemonade Jones series, and the Corner Park Clubhouse series. Her debut young adult novel, The End of the World Is Bigger Than Love , won the 2021 CBCA Book of the Year for Older Readers and the NSW Premier’s Literary Awards’ Ethel Turner Prize for Young Adult Fiction. Representations & resources About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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1 Six challenges with mindfulness and gratitude and how to beat them 53:02
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedJacinta and Lachlan are both terrible at mindfulness and gratitude. Not because they aren't grateful for a whole bunch of stuff, or because they think mindfulness doesn't work. In fact, they know that science proves that both these practices can help mental and physical health. But still, they really suck at keeping it up and would gamble that plenty of other people are in a similar boat. So they sat down to compare notes about all the challenges they face around these topics and how they might be able to overcome them to be healthier and happier in 2024. Episode partner Short Story is all about inspiring meaningful and happy living, which we are obviously big fans of here at Differently Brained. So we’ve teamed up to highlight their best products to support mindfulness, gratitude, connectedness and of course happiness. With a huge range of beautiful items from candles and diffusers through to bookmarks and prints, there truly is something for everyone in their range. If you’re on the hunt for something special for yourself or maybe a beautiful gift for someone special, now is the perfect time to check out their range. The Short Story Black Friday / Cyber Monday sale starts today, like, right now! They are offering some amazing deals including their online exclusive, Buy More Save More, which can be stacked on top of their 70% Off Super Sale so there are definitely some really great bargains to be had. The best part - you don’t even need a code, the discount will be automatically applied at the cart. So whether shopping for yourself or getting a jump on your Christmas shopping, Short Story is the way to go. And if you do get yourself some goodies, share them on the socials and tag us because we would love to see how you use your Short Story treats. Products Happy Pills Mystery Squishies Heart trinket Star trinket Stormtrooper candle Floral Candle and Diffuser set Harper Candle and Diffuser set About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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In this episode we give you a sneak peek of Jacinta's novella, This Is Us Now , including a short reading from the beginning. About our guest Jacinta Dietrich is a writer and editor who lives on Wurundjeri country in Naarm (Melbourne, Victoria). Jacinta is a wizard with the letters in more ways than one - she is autistic with ADHD for a bit of extra flavour. She also has a family history of suicidality, depression and post-traumatic stress disorder. Representations & resources Purchase This Is Us Now Jacinta's website Jacinta's personal instagram Jacinta's bookstagram You can purchase all of these book titles and more from your local independent bookseller or Booktopia. Please note by purchasing through these Booktopia partner links we are provided a small commission which allows us to continue to provide the podcast at no cost to our audience. About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
We have our first ever neurodivergent nurse on the show! Sarah tells us all about her line of work as a district nurse and her experiences as a woman with autism and ADHD. We talk about 'finding your area' in life and work (which Sarah has thankfully done) to maintain a good level of self care. Easier said than done! One thing that constantly comes up when discussing neurodivergence is the concept of empathy, and the misconception that it's lacking in autistic people. Sarah's work as a district nurse, her desire to provide a voice for other neurodivergent people in her line of work, and her commitment to fostering a community via her Facebook group are just some of the ways in which Sarah disproves this misconception - she's a very empathetic person! About Our Guest Sarah is 25 and has been tackling this world as a nurse living with neurodivergence for the last few years. She describes herself as ‘one of the lucky ones’ who was formally diagnosed with combined ADHD at the age of 3 and has just recently received an ASD diagnosis. However, her journey growing up wasn't the easiest, despite getting an early diagnosis. She describes herself as a creative, purple-obsessed, cat-lover who gives off alotta ‘golden retriever’ energy. She is also one quarter of the admin team for a Melbourne-based ADHD page designed for women and gender-diverse people. Sarah's Instagram The Melbourne ADHD Group for Women & Gender Diverse People Facebook Group Editor This episode was kindly edited for us by Anthony Frisina. Anthony, a father of neurodivergent children, has worked in audio post production and sound mixing and has notably worked with the ABC , and on the " A History Of Indonesia " podcast. We're so grateful to Anthony for his work on our lil' show! About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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1 Rest, spiderwebs, burnout and laziness lies with Mel Watson 52:18
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this episode, Jacinta and Lachlan chat with Mel Watson. We chat about a whole whack of topics from how Mel thinks more in spiderwebs rather than lines, how rest is essential and if you don't think so, your body will make you rest. We also chat about Mel's experience with burnout and how she is trying to help other women from experiencing burnout themselves. About our guest Mel Watson has a very clear message: self care matters, and if you don't believe that, eventually your brain and body will prove it to you. Mel knows this first hand, and it led her to establishing two brands, What Mellie Did Next, and then The Zest Collective - a wellbeing membership that combines industry experts, online coaching, a vibrant and supportive community, and everything Australian women need to get their wellbeing sorted. Mel shares tips and strategies from her 15-year senior career in organisational people and culture, and her own experiences juggling work and life, coaching team members, and going through burnout yet coming out the other side. Mel is also a proud woman with disability who is passionate about diversity and inclusion. Representations & resources You can purchase all of these book titles and more from your local independent bookseller or Booktopia. Please note by purchasing through these Booktopia partner links we are provided a small commission which allows us to continue to provide the podcast at no cost to our audience. About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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1 Alicia Elliott, author of And Then She Fell 48:23
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this episode, Jacinta and Lachlan chat with author Alicia Elliott. We discuss Alicia's childhood and how her mother's mental health informed her perspectives and her own understanding around mental health and illness. We also chat about mental health and culture, femininity and motherhood, psychosis and mania, and of course, Alicia's new book, And Then She Fel l . Also, we have a little favour to ask of you, dear listener. We would love it if you would vote for us in the Australian Podcast Awards listener choice category. Just jump onto the website https://www.australianpodcastawards.com/voting and search for Differently Brained. You’ll need to pop in your name and email address and then confirm your vote with the email you’ll receive. In return you will receive our eternal gratitude and the little boost of a job well done. Plus you’ll know in your heart that you voted for us before we got huge and famous. So please head to the website and show us some love. About our guest Alicia Elliott is a Mohawk writer and editor living in Brantford, Ontario. She has written for The Globe and Mail , CBC, Hazlitt and many others. She’s had numerous essays nominated for National Magazine Awards, winning Gold in 2017 and an honorable mention in 2020. Her short fiction was selected for Best American Short Stories 2018 (by Roxane Gay), Best Canadian Stories 2018 and Journey Prize Stories 30. Alicia was chosen by Tanya Talaga as the 2018 recipient of the RBC Taylor Emerging Writer Award. Her first book, A Mind Spread Out On The Ground , was a national bestseller in Canada. It was also nominated for the Hilary Weston Writers’ Trust Prize for Nonfiction and won the Forest of Reading Evergreen Award. Her latest book is And Then She Fell , the first book published by Atlantic Books Australia. Representations & resources Alicia's first book A Mind Spread Out On The Ground Alicia's instagram The Exorcist film Understanding Postpartum Psychosis: A Temporary Madness by Theresa M Twomey Saint Maud film The Babadook film You can purchase all of these book titles and more from your local independent bookseller or Booktopia. Please note by purchasing through these Booktopia partner links we are provided a small commission which allows us to continue to provide the podcast at no cost to our audience. About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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In this episode, Jacinta and Lachlan talk about trichotillomania and how it impacts Lachlan's life. Also, we have a little favour to ask of you, dear listener. We would love it if you would vote for us in the Australian Podcast Awards listener choice category. Just jump onto the website https://www.australianpodcastawards.com/voting and search for Differently Brained. You’ll need to pop in your name and email address and then confirm your vote with the email you’ll receive. In return you will receive our eternal gratitude and the little boost of a job well done. Plus you’ll know in your heart that you voted for us before we got huge and famous. So please head to the website and show us some love. Representations & resources Trichotillomania Healthdirect website The Simpsons Season 6 Episode 13 "And Maggie Makes Three" - available to stream on Disney+ About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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In this episode, Jacinta and Lachlan talk about Jacinta's latest Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) flare and how it has impacted her mental health. Also, we have a little favour to ask of you, dear listener. We would love it if you would vote for us in the Australian Podcast Awards listener choice category. Just jump onto the website https://www.australianpodcastawards.com/voting and search for Differently Brained. You’ll need to pop in your name and email address and then confirm your vote with the email you’ll receive. In return you will receive our eternal gratitude and the little boost of a job well done. Plus you’ll know in your heart that you voted for us before we got huge and famous. So please head to the website and show us some love. Resources Fantasy Hike app for Apple Finch app for Apple and Google About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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1 Shattering the rose-tinted perspective: the reality of diagnosis in the late 90s with Jess Flint and Bonnie Flint 1:01:59
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this episode, Jacinta and Lachlan chat with Jess Flint and her mum Bonnie. The team and their guests discuss the diagnostic process for Jess and her family, the challenges and stigma they faced during schooling and Jess's exciting inclusion in Kay Kerr's wonderful Love & Autism . About our guest Episode partner Representations & resources You can purchase all of these book titles and more from your local independent bookseller or Booktopia. Please note by purchasing through these Booktopia partner links we are provided a small commission which allows us to continue to provide the podcast at no cost to our audience. About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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1 Ashley Kalagian Blunt, author of Dark Mode and co-host of James and Ashley Stay at Home 57:51
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this episode, Jacinta and Lachlan chat with author and podcaster Ashley Kalagian Blunt. The trio chat about Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, co-occurring mental health challenges and the lengths Ashley has reached to avoid going outside in the dark. About our guest Ashley Kalagian Blunt is the bestselling author of Dark Mode , a psychological thriller. Her previous books are How to Be Australian (2020), a memoir, and My Name Is Revenge (2019), a thriller novella and collected essays. My Name is Revenge was shortlisted for the 2019 Woollahra Digital Literary Awards and was a finalist in the 2018 Carmel Bird Digital Literary Award. Her writing appears in Griffith Review , Sydney Review of Books , Overland , Australian Book Review , The Sydney Morning Herald , Openbook , Kill Your Darlings , and more. Ashley is an award-winning speaker and has appeared at Sydney Writers’ Festival, Brisbane Writers’ Festival, Story Club and more, and is a Moth StorySLAM winner. She is the co-host of James and Ashley Stay at Home , a podcast about writing, creativity and health, and was a judge in the 2020 Writing NSW Varuna Fellowship. She also teaches a range of creative writing courses and mentors emerging writers. She has a decade of experience in teaching and curriculum design, working with children and adults, and has a Master of Research in creative writing. Before moving to Australia, Ashley lived and worked in Canada, South Korea, Peru and Mexico. In 2022, Ashley was an artist in residence at Bundanon , and on fellowship at KSP Writers' Centre . Her Armenian travel memoir was shortlisted for the 2018 Impress Prize for New Writers and the 2017 Kill Your Darlings Unpublished Manuscript Award , and received a 2015 Varuna PIP residency. Episode partner Representations & resources You can purchase all of these book titles and more from your local independent bookseller or Booktopia. Please note by purchasing through these Booktopia partner links we are provided a small commission which allows us to continue to provide the podcast at no cost to our audience. About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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1 Amanda Tattersall, host of the ChangeMakers podcast 49:51
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this episode, Jacinta and Lachlan chat with Amanda Tattersall. They talk about bipolar, psychosis and medication, and also discuss the way mental health is stigmatised in wider society and individualised as the problems of a sole person rather than a community and social issue. About our guest Amanda Tattersall is an Associate Professor of Practice with the Sydney Policy Lab and School of Geosciences, bringing decades of change making experience to the University. She is the founder of some of Australia’s most interesting social change organisations, including the Sydney Alliance and GetUp.org.au . She hosts the ChangeMakers podcast that tells stories about people trying to change the world. Her book, Power in Coalition , was the first international analytical study of alliance building as a strategy for social change. Episode partner Eating healthy used to be a struggle for me, but that was before I discovered the BlendJet 2 portable blender. Now when fast food temptation strikes, I just blend up a delicious and nutritious protein shake or smoothie. What are you waiting for? Go to blendjet.com and grab yours today! And be sure to use the promo code DB12 to get 12% OFF your order and free 2-day shipping! Use our special link https://zen.ai/BhfrkalNWbaJ_Pplo8vxWg to save 12% at blendjet.com . The discount will be applied at checkout! Representations & resources You can purchase all of these book titles and more from your local independent bookseller or Booktopia. Please note by purchasing through these Booktopia partner links we are provided a small commission which allows us to continue to provide the podcast at no cost to our audience. About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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1 More with Samuel Leighton-Dore, author of Wow It’s All A Lot 32:26
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this episode, Jacinta and Lachlan ask more questions of Samuel Leighton-Dore. About our guest Samuel Leighton-Dore is a visual artist and writer. His book How To Be A Big Strong Man brought accessibility and humour to topics of masculinity and mental health. Samuel has explored these themes at great length, particularly as experienced by members of the LGBTIQ+ community across his multifaceted creative practice, winning Visual Artist of the Year at the 2019 Honour Awards and producing work for organisations including Equality Australia, ACON, Twenty10, ReachOut and, most recently, writing and producing a series of short animations for men’s health organisation Man Cave. His ceramic work has featured on the cover of the Journal of Australian Ceramics and exhibited as part of the North Queensland Ceramic Awards. Episode partner Eating healthy used to be a struggle for me, but that was before I discovered the BlendJet 2 portable blender. Now when fast food temptation strikes, I just blend up a delicious and nutritious protein shake or smoothie. What are you waiting for? Go to blendjet.com and grab yours today! And be sure to use the promo code DB12 to get 12% OFF your order and free 2-day shipping! Use our special link https://zen.ai/BhfrkalNWbaJ_Pplo8vxWg to save 12% at blendjet.com . The discount will be applied at checkout! Representations & resources Samuel's website , instagram , twitter and newsletter Sad Man Studio website Samuel's books How To Be A Big Strong Man and Wow It's All A Lot You Can't Ask That Obsessive Compulsive Disorder episode Australian Survivor episodes How Villains Are Made by Parvati Shallow Adult Fantasy by Briohny Doyle You can purchase all of these book titles and more from your local independent bookseller or Booktopia. Please note by purchasing through these Booktopia partner links we are provided a small commission which allows us to continue to provide the podcast at no cost to our audience. About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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1 Samuel Leighton-Dore, author of Wow It’s All A Lot 49:00
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this episode, Jacinta and Lachlan chat with Samuel Leighton-Dore. About our guest Samuel Leighton-Dore is a visual artist and writer. His book How To Be A Big Strong Man brought accessibility and humour to topics of masculinity and mental health. Samuel has explored these themes at great length, particularly as experienced by members of the LGBTIQ+ community across his multifaceted creative practice, winning Visual Artist of the Year at the 2019 Honour Awards and producing work for organisations including Equality Australia, ACON, Twenty10, ReachOut and, most recently, writing and producing a series of short animations for men’s health organisation Man Cave. His ceramic work has featured on the cover of the Journal of Australian Ceramics and exhibited as part of the North Queensland Ceramic Awards. Episode partner Eating healthy used to be a struggle for me, but that was before I discovered the BlendJet 2 portable blender. Now when fast food temptation strikes, I just blend up a delicious and nutritious protein shake or smoothie. What are you waiting for? Go to blendjet.com and grab yours today! And be sure to use the promo code DB12 to get 12% OFF your order and free 2-day shipping! Use our special link https://zen.ai/BhfrkalNWbaJ_Pplo8vxWg to save 12% at blendjet.com . The discount will be applied at checkout! Representations & resources Samuel's website , instagram , twitter and newsletter Sad Man Studio website Samuel's books How To Be A Big Strong Man and Wow It's All A Lot You Can't Ask That Obsessive Compulsive Disorder episode Australian Survivor episodes How Villains Are Made by Parvati Shallow Adult Fantasy by Briohny Doyle You can purchase all of these book titles and more from your local independent bookseller or Booktopia. Please note by purchasing through these Booktopia partner links we are provided a small commission which allows us to continue to provide the podcast at no cost to our audience. About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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1 Neurodivergence, politics and the NDIS with Jordon Steele-John 25:02
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this episode, Jacinta and Lachlan continue their interview with Senator Jordon Steele-John. They delve into all things NDIS: how it should work, how it currently works (or doesn't) and what needs to change to make it better to actually support neurodivergent and disabled folks. About our guest Jordan Steele-John is one of your Greens Senators for WA. He has recently led the charge in pushing for the ADHD Inquiry in Federal Parliament and is the Greens spokesperson for disability rights, health and mental health. Episode partner Eating healthy used to be a struggle for me, but that was before I discovered the BlendJet 2 portable blender. Now when fast food temptation strikes, I just blend up a delicious and nutritious protein shake or smoothie. What are you waiting for? Go to blendjet.com and grab yours today! And be sure to use the promo code DB12 to get 12% OFF your order and free 2-day shipping! Use our special link https://zen.ai/BhfrkalNWbaJ_Pplo8vxWg to save 12% at blendjet.com . The discount will be applied at checkout! Representations & resources Senator Jordon Steele-John Parliament public hearings schedule Contact senator.steele-john@aph.gov.au to be part of the Greens ADHD Slack channel You can purchase all of these book titles and more from your local independent bookseller or Booktopia. Please note by purchasing through these Booktopia partner links we are provided a small commission which allows us to continue to provide the podcast at no cost to our audience. About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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1 Neurodivergence and the ADHD Inquiry with Jordon Steele-John 43:34
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this episode, Jacinta and Lachlan interview Senator Jordon Steele-John. We quiz Jordon on the ADHD Senate Inquiry and how that came about, how the response for submissions has far exceeded expectations (yay community!) and where we go from here. About our guest Jordan Steele-John is one of your Greens Senators for WA. He has recently led the charge in pushing for the ADHD Inquiry in Federal Parliament and is the Greens spokesperson for disability rights, health and mental health. Episode partner Eating healthy used to be a struggle for me, but that was before I discovered the BlendJet 2 portable blender. Now when fast food temptation strikes, I just blend up a delicious and nutritious protein shake or smoothie. What are you waiting for? Go to blendjet.com and grab yours today! And be sure to use the promo code DB12 to get 12% OFF your order and free 2-day shipping! Use our special link https://zen.ai/BhfrkalNWbaJ_Pplo8vxWg to save 12% at blendjet.com . The discount will be applied at checkout! Representations & resources Senator Jordon Steele-John Parliament public hearings schedule Contact senator.steele-john@aph.gov.au to be part of the Greens ADHD Slack channel You can purchase all of these book titles and more from your local independent bookseller or Booktopia. Please note by purchasing through these Booktopia partner links we are provided a small commission which allows us to continue to provide the podcast at no cost to our audience. About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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1 Vote for us in the 18th Annual People’s Choice Podcast Awards 2:29
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedWe have some exciting news to share! Differently Brained has been included in the 18th Annual People's Choice Podcast Awards! We are included in the Health category of course and also in The Adam Curry People's Choice Awards. It would mean the world to us if you voted for our show here and shared it with your family, friends, enemies and acquaintances to boost us into the shortlist! Nominations are open until July 31st so please get in quick! You will need to sign up which I know is a little annoying but please consider it (and you can always just unsubscribe later after you've done us this huge favour!) VOTE HERE! Also if you want to connect with us across our different socials and what not, we've popped them all in here so you can find us: Differently Brained Facebook Community Facebook page Instagram Twitter Website…
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1 Claudia Barriga-Larrivière, Director of People & Culture at Sendle Australia 1:03:14
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this episode, Jacinta and Lachlan interview Claudia Barriga-Larrivière. Claudia Barriga-Larrivière is Sendle Australia's Director of People & Culture. She also lives with dyslexia and anxiety. About our guest Claudia Barriga-Larrivière is Sendle Australia's Director of People & Culture. She also lives with dyslexia — which is why she's made it her life's work to champion neurodiversity in the workplace (as well as in society more broadly). In her current role, she designs end-to-end solutions in the form of products and services for the Sendle team, team leads and executive team. She strongly believes that effective skills are the key to unlocking technical hard skills, especially in leadership platforms. She designs with that in the mind to make all processes human-centric, intuitive and kind. Episode partner Quit being boring, just eating dinner and watching tv every night. Next time pull out a Wongo Puzzle and enjoy the conversation and fun that happens when people puzzle together. Wongo is the perfect balance of a good challenge without being so hard you stop talking to each other and leave your family forever. Trust me, once you try Wongo, you’ll never go back to a boring old jigsaw puzzle. Use our link https://zen.ai/differentlybrained or the code DB to save 10% at wongopuzzles.com . The discount will be applied at checkout! Representations & resources More about Claudia - her LinkedIn profile, her website Book Claudia for your next event Sendle About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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1 Alissa Knight, clinical psychologist and director of The Calming Suite Psychology 1:00:14
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this episode, Jacinta and Lachlan interview Dr Alissa Knight. Dr Alissa Knight is a clinical psychologist, researcher and founder of The Calming Suite . We discuss anxiety, perfectionism and mental health during the teen years. We also chat about disordered eating and binge drinking and the way these can sometimes go hand-in-hand. Finally we finish the conversation with a chat about self-care, balance and Alissa's amazing career. About our guest Dr Alissa Knight is a clinical psychologist, researcher and founder of The Calming Suite . Prior to becoming a psychologist, Alissa worked as a scientist/researcher, exploring areas such as psychiatry, psychology and nutrition. A woman of many talents, Alissa has also worked as a primary school teacher, journalist, professional dancer and yoga instructor. Having taught children for many years, Alissa was drawn towards working with youths in her psychology practice, particularly teens and young adults. With their whole lives ahead of them, Alissa is passionate about providing young people with the tools and skills needed to unlock joy and fulfillment. She is passionate about helping people to reach their full potential and transform their lives for the better. Content warning In this episode of Differently Brained we discuss alcohol abuse, disordered eating, suicidality and depression. Please feel free to skip this episode or reach out to medical professionals if it has brought anything up for you. Episode partner Are you tired of the same old boring puzzles? Mix things up with Wongo Puzzles ! Each puzzle is a custom design, with intricate patterns and whimsical shapes that will keep you engaged for hours. Plus, their eco-friendly materials and commitment to sustainability make Wongo Puzzles a guilt-free way to unwind. Use our link https://zen.ai/differentlybrained or the code DB to save 10% at wongopuzzles.com . The discount will be applied at checkout! Representations & resources The Calming Suite website Dr Alissa Knight's Instagram and LinkedIn The Body Keeps the Score by Professor Bessel van der Kolk Eight Keys to Recovery from an Eating Disorder and the companion workbook by Carolyn Costin and Gwen Schubert Grabb More Than a Body by Lindsay Kite and Lexie Kite At Last a Life: Anxiety and Panic Free by Paul David You can purchase all of these book titles and more from your local independent bookseller or Booktopia. Please note by purchasing through these Booktopia partner links we are provided a small commission which allows us to continue to provide the podcast at no cost to our audience. About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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1 A deep dive into Hey Lemonade with Elise McCann 52:14
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this episode, Jacinta and Lachlan interview Elise McCann, co-founder of Hey Lemonade. We ask Elise all the nosey questions we had about Hey Lemonade as an idea and an app - where the idea came from, how Elise and Lucy got it up and running and if they use their own pep talks when things get a little hard. We dig into the CSIRO's report and findings of the efficacy of the app and why it was so important to both Lucy and Elise to have writers and speakers from different walks of life involved in the app. About our guest Actor, producer and co-founder of the pep talk app, Hey Lemonade , Elise is a Helpmann and Sydney Theatre Award winner. Elise is currently starring in Mamma Mia in the lead role as Donna. Elise is a graduate of NIDA and studied law at the University of NSW. In 2014 she founded her own production company Oriel Entertainment whereby she has created and produced theatre, musicals and concerts for Sydney Opera House, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, QPAC, Adelaide Cabaret Festival and the ABC. Elise’s debut album Dahlesque was released with ABC/Universal in 2017. Episode partner Are you tired of the same old boring puzzles? Mix things up with Wongo Puzzles ! Each puzzle is a custom design, with intricate patterns and whimsical shapes that will keep you engaged for hours. Plus, their eco-friendly materials and commitment to sustainability make Wongo Puzzles a guilt-free way to unwind. Use our link https://zen.ai/differentlybrained or the code DB to save 10% at wongopuzzles.com . The discount will be applied at checkout! Representations & resources Hey Lemonade website CSIRO Hey Lemonade report Download the Hey Lemonade app You can purchase all of these book titles and more from your local independent bookseller or Booktopia. Please note by purchasing through these Booktopia partner links we are provided a small commission which allows us to continue to provide the podcast at no cost to our audience. About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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1 Steph Liz Cuthbert, writer, editor, sensitivity reader and artist 39:21
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this episode, Jacinta and Lachlan interview Steph Cuthbert. Steph opens up about all things bipolar, alcoholism, routine, hypersexuality, sobriety and having more conversations. About our guest Steph Cuthbert is a writer, freelance editor, sensitivity reader, artist, wife and mother. She has bipolar disorder and is a co-facilitator of the Blue Mountains Bipolar Support Group. In her spare time Steph is an avid reader and volunteers at an art gallery. Content warning In this episode of Differently Brained we discuss bipolar disorder, depression, alcohol misuse and addiction and suicidal ideation. Please feel free to skip this episode or reach out to medical professionals if it has brought anything up for you. Representations & resources Alone With You in the Ether by Olivia Blake Silver Linings Playbook film The Bloodlines series by Richelle Mead (We've only linked Book 1 but you can find them all on Booktopia) Modern Love , Season 1, Episode 3: Take Me As I Am, Whoever I Am You can purchase all of these book titles and more from your local independent bookseller or Booktopia. Please note by purchasing through these Booktopia partner links we are provided a small commission which allows us to continue to provide the podcast at no cost to our audience. About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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1 Min Lou, self-diagnosed autistic and non-binary transgender person 57:37
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this episode, Jacinta and Lachlan interview Min Lou. We discuss Min's experiences as an autistic person, what it was like studying psychology and how these degrees are still incredibly behind the times when it comes to understanding neurodivergence. We also chat about Min's family and cultural heritage, their non-binary identity, how they feel about self-identifying and the imposter syndrome that can come from trying to learn more about yourself. About our guest Min Lou is a self-diagnosed autistic and non-binary transgender individual who also struggles with depression and anxiety. They are a second-generation Chinese immigrant living in Australia. Min is a mental health advocate who hopes to contribute to the de-stigmatisation of conversations surrounding mental health, and aspires to spread awareness regarding both neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ issues. Min recently graduated with a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) and currently works with WayAhead, a mental health promotion organisation, but hopes to find a career in Psychology research. Representations & resources WayAhead , Mental Health Association NSW BoJack Horseman , especially the 'Hooray! Todd Episode!' Heartbreak High and Chloe Hayden Everything's Gonna Be Okay and Josh Thomas You can purchase all of these book titles and more from your local independent bookseller or Booktopia. Please note by purchasing through these Booktopia partner links we are provided a small commission which allows us to continue to provide the podcast at no cost to our audience. About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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1 A deep dive into Kaboose with Michelle Ridsdale 28:38
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this episode, Jacinta and Lachlan interview Michelle Ridsdale, the founder of Kaboose, an organisation aiming to improve mental health and connectedness of the autistic and neurodiverse community through friendships and employment. They chat about where the idea for Kaboose came from, how Michelle got it up and running and why finding a community or our 'tribe' is so beneficial for our mental health and wellbeing. About our guest Michelle Ridsdale is the founder of Kaboose, an organisation aiming to improve mental health and connectedness of the autistic and neurodiverse community through friendships and employment. Representations & resources Michelle's Instagram , Twitter and LinkedIn Kaboose homepage Download Kaboose on Apple or Google Play Invest in Kaboose Kaboose blog Michelle's Women's Agenda article, 'Navigating the teen years is never easy, but for those who are neurodiverse, it can be even harder' Michelle Autism Awareness Australia article , 'Why would I employ autistic people?' About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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1 Kylie Maslen, author of Show Me Where It Hurts 54:48
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this episode, Jacinta and Lachlan interview Kylie Maslen. Kylie Maslen might have the longest list of diagnoses out of the guests we have interviewed so far which makes for an interesting and complex discussion. We also share a podcast we have been listening to and loving, Beyond 6 Seconds . About our guest Kylie Maslen is a writer and critic whose cultural criticism, social commentary and critical essays have appeared in the Guardian , Meanjin , InDaily , Adelaide Review , Crikey, Money Magazine, The Shot, Kill Your Darlings and Junkee , among other outlets. Her first book – Show Me Where It Hurts: Living With Invisible Illness – was shortlisted for the 2021 Victorian Premier’s Literary Awards in non-fiction, named in Guardian Australia ’s ’20 best Australian books of 2020’, named a Saturday Paper ’s ‘Best new talent of 2020’, included in bookseller Readings’ ‘Most talked about books of 2020’ and declared ‘a Millennial masterpiece’ by Columbia University’s Intima Journal of Narrative Medicine . It has received praise in reviews by Australian Book Review, Books+Publishing, Sydney Review of Books, Sydney Morning Herald and Meanjin , among others. Content warning In this episode of Differently Brained we discuss bipolar disorder, hypomania and mania, depression, ableism, self-harm, drug and alcohol misuse and addiction and suicidal ideation. Please feel free to skip this episode or reach out to medical professionals if it has brought anything up for you. Representations & resources Beyond Six Seconds podcast Kylie's website Kylie's Patreon Show Me Where It Hurts Same Twyford-Moore and The Rapids: Ways of Looking at Mania Kanye West Maria Bamford , especially Old Baby and Lady Dynamite Silver Linings Playbook film BoJack Horseman Crazy Ex-Girlfriend Please Like Me and Josh Thomas Sally Rooney's Conversations with Friends , the book and the tv series Taylor Tomlison , especially her Arm Floaties bit SpongeBob SquarePants You can purchase all of these book titles and more from your local independent bookseller or Booktopia. Please note by purchasing through these Booktopia partner links we are provided a small commission which allows us to continue to provide the podcast at no cost to our audience. About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
In this episode, Jacinta and Lachlan discuss the ADHD Senate Inquiry and why it is important. We chat about statistics, the cost of having ADHD and the cost to the economy. But more importantly, we talk about why this Senate Inquiry is so important, how it could make a difference to the lives of ADHDers and how you can make a submission to fight for a better quality of life as an ADHDer. Resources ABS instagram NDIS budget costs The Australian Greens website The Australian Greens survey results Yellow Ladybugs collective submission survey The Australian Greens 'How to make a submission' page Lauren Beckman's submission template About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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1 Suzanna Poredos, host of Always Angelic Aspie Alice 31:32
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this episode, Jacinta and Lachlan interview Suzanna Poredos. We chat about Suzanna discovering her autistic identity and how it helped her better understand herself. We also discuss her co-occuring health conditions and how they impact her level of support and daily life. We touch on meltdowns and shutdowns and what they are like for Suzanna, and as always we discuss the stigmas, misconceptions and representations of autism in society. About our guest Suzanna Poredos is an autistic woman based in Sydney, Australia. She is a guest blogger and socialite with The A List . She is also a content creation consultant for Self-Advocacy@Work at the Slyvia Roger Academy of Autism CRC . She is the lead blogger and podcast host for her own project Always Angelic Aspie Alice . Suzanna is autistic with co-occurring mental health conditions and physical chronic health conditions. Representations & resources Always Angelic Aspie Alice podcast and Facebook The A List Sheldon Cooper and The Big Bang Theory The Good Doctor Heartbreak High , Different, Not Less and Chloe Hayden Safe Spaces Alice in Wonderland Roses in the Ocean peer care companion warmline GROW peer-to-peer support programs Alt2Su groups and support. You can purchase all of these book titles and more from your local independent bookseller or Booktopia. Please note by purchasing through these Booktopia partner links we are provided a small commission which allows us to continue to provide the podcast at no cost to our audience. About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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1 Kirk Cetinic, user experience designer, public speaker and neurodiversity advocate 49:29
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this episode, Jacinta and Lachlan interview Kirk Cetinic. We discuss Kirk's diagnosis journey as a child, his passion for design and improving user experiences. We also chat about Kirk's skills and experiences as a public speaker and autistic advocate. Finally, we chat about the representation of autistic people in the media and the stigmas and misconceptions around these topics. About our guest Kirk Cetinic is a user experience designer, public speaker and neurodiversity advocate. Kirk holds a Bachelor of Design (Communication Design) from Swinburne University of Technology and a Graduate Certificate in User Experience & Web Design at Torrens University. In 2019, he showed a series of artwork in his Different Not Defective solo exhibition, which focused on highlighting the challenges Autistic people can face with communication, relationships, education, and employment. Content warning In this episode of Differently Brained we discuss bullying and suicidality. Please feel free to skip this episode or reach out to medical professionals if it has brought anything up for you. Representations & resources Kirk's website Kirk's instagram Kirk's Different, Not Defective exhibition Toastmasters UX Australia Temple Grandin Jody Dontje The Good Doctor Sia and Music Chloe Hayden , Heartbreak High , and Different, Not Less Tim Sharpe James Ward-Sinclair and the Autistic and Unapologetic blog You can purchase all of these book titles and more from your local independent bookseller or Booktopia. Please note by purchasing through these Booktopia partner links we are provided a small commission which allows us to continue to provide the podcast at no cost to our audience. About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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In this episode, Jacinta and Lachlan discuss personal hygiene, grooming and self-care. This is something that both hosts struggle with (teeth brushing is the worst!) and something that we'd guess the neurodivergent community has issues with too (we've been tagged in many, many memes about showering). We also discuss how much harder these tasks are when you're not feeling your best or are facing mental health challenges. Episode partners We would like to thank A’kin for gifting us some of their amazing hair products to help with our own shower adventures. We were gifted the Daily Shine Rosemary shampoo , the Daily Shine Avocado and Calendula conditioner , the Miracle Shine Conditioning hair mask tub and the Rose and Australian Sandalwood Natural roll-on deodorant. Head over to our instagram @differentlybrainedpodcast to enter our self-care giveaway where you can win over $150 worth of A'kin vegan and cruelty-free products! Resources & products Pokemon Go game Australian Survivor Holme Beauty and Hilary Holmes Love & Autism by Kay Kerr Dyson Airwrap The make-up brush Jacinta wouldn't shut up about Regaine Gattaca Modibodi's cooling sleepwear and pillowcase . About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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1 Matt Bruyninckx, Director of Divergent Studios 50:47
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this episode, Jacinta and Lachlan interview Matt Bruyninckx. We discuss Matt's diagnosis journey, his new venture Divergent Studios and what a more accommodating arts industry looks like, as well as Matt's experience with workplace bullying and discrimination. About our guest Matt Bruyninckx is the director of Divergent Studios , as well as a seasoned actor, writer, and producer, who has worked in both the Screen and Music Industries. Since being diagnosed Autistic in 2019, Matt has directed his passion for the arts and creative expression towards advocacy for and education surrounding neurodiverse people within the workplace. He continues to channel this learning and experience into developing neurodivergent safe spaces in the arts. In 2022 he was accepted into the highly contested Neurodiverse Leadership Program offered by the Sylvia Rodger Academy and continues to show his wealth of knowledge and strong commitment to the ethos of 'we’ll find a way'. Content warning In this episode of Differently Brained we discuss ableism, discrimination and workplace bullying. Please feel free to skip this episode or reach out to medical professionals if it has brought anything up for you. Representations & resources Divergent Studios Matt's imdb Matt's instagram Sex Education Heartbreak High , Different, Not Less and Chloe Hayden , Kitty Flanagan and Fisk Hannah Gadsby and Ten Steps to Nanette . You can purchase all of these book titles and more from your local independent bookseller or Booktopia. Please note by purchasing through these Booktopia partner links we are provided a small commission which allows us to continue to provide the podcast at no cost to our audience. About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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In this episode, Jacinta and Lachlan interview Kay Kerr about her new book Love & Autism . Love & Autism presents an uplifting celebration of neurodivergent love, the search for it and a deeper look into the lives of autistic Australians. We chat to Kay about where the idea came from, the interview and drafting process, autistic affirmation and joy, and what she thinks lies ahead for the next generation of autistics. About our guest Kay Kerr is an autistic author and journalist from the Sunshine Coast, Queensland. Her debut novel Please Don’t Hug Me (2020) was shortlisted for Book of the Year for Older Children at the Australian Book Industry Awards in 2021, and listed as a ‘Notable Book’ by the Children’s Book Council of Australia. Her second novel, Social Queue , was released with Text Publishing in October 2021. Kay’s freelance writing has appeared in The Guardian, SBS Voices, Daily Life, Broadsheet, and Peppermint Magazine, amongst others. She writes about autistic representation, disability, parenting, pop culture, gardening, and feelings. Kay's new book Love & Autism is out now. Representations & resources Kay's website Please Don’t Hug Me Social Queue Love & Autism The Overshare Clem Bastow's Late Bloomer Chloe Hayden's Different, Not Less Tim Chan's & Sarah Chan's Back From the Brink Anna Whateley ( Peta Lyre's Rating Normal) Jen Wilde ( This Is the Way the World Ends , Queens of Geek , Going Off Script and The Brightsiders ) Helen Hoang ( The Kiss Quotient , The Bride Test and The Heart Principle ) Kate Foster ( The Bravest Word , Paws , Harriet Hound , The Unlikely Heroes Club and All the Small Wonderful Things ) We’re Not Broken by Eric Garcia. You can purchase all of these book titles and more from your local independent bookseller or Booktopia. Please note by purchasing through these Booktopia partner links we are provided a small commission which allows us to continue to provide the podcast at no cost to our audience. About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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1 Extra Orion Kelly, host of My Friend Autism 58:23
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedJacinta and Lachlan speak to Orion Kelly about autism and parenting, raising neurodivergent and neurotypical children and making time for yourself. About our guest Orion Kelly is proudly Autistic. He is an Autistic advocate, consultant, keynote speaker, author, actor, host, YouTuber, podcaster and radio broadcaster based in Victoria, Australia. Orion hosts the podcasts My Friend Autism , A Different Brilliant , and Intensely Inquisitive . Plus, he has his own Autistic focused YouTube channel. Representations & resources Orion's YouTube channel My Friend Autism A Different Brilliant Intensely Inquisitive Heartbreak High and Chloe Hayden Encanto Turning Red Extraordinary A ttorney Woo Love on the Spectrum . About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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1 Brandon Harvey, singer and TikTok sensation 55:42
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this episode, we chat to Brandon Harvey. We discuss anxiety, panic attacks, depression and seeking support from inside your family. We chat about intrusive or dark thoughts and suicidality, the misconceptions around not wanting to do life anymore and coping through disordered eating. Content warning In this episode of Differently Brained we discuss anxiety, depression, suicidality, panic attacks and disordered eating. Please feel free to skip this episode or reach out to medical professionals if it has brought anything up for you. Representations & resources Shane Koyczan's 'To This Day' TedTalk Kelly Clarkson's catalogue 360's early catalogue (specifically 'I Hope You Don't Mind' and 'Closer"). About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
In this episode, Jacinta and Lachlan discuss noise sensitivity and how they each experience it. Content warning In this episode of Differently Brained we discuss minor self-harm. Please feel free to skip this episode or reach out to medical professionals if it has brought anything up for you. Episode partners We also want to thank Loop for kindly gifting us a full set of their earplugs. If you want to get yourself a set of Loop Earplugs , use our discount code DBXLOOP for 15% off your purchase. This supports our podcast in turn so benefits for all! About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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1 Miranda Luby, author of Sadie Starr’s Guide to Starting Over 57:04
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this episode, Jacinta and Lachlan interview Miranda Luby, author of Sadie Starr's Guide to Starting Over . They discuss Miranda's relationship with food and exercise, seeking help and support, managing perfectionism and moving beyond all-or-nothing and black-and-white thinking. About our guest Miranda Luby is an award-winning author, journalist and copywriter living on Victoria's Surf Coast. Her journalism appears in publications such as The Guardian , National Geographic , BBC Travel , and the New York Post . Her debut Text Prize-shortlisted young adult novel, Sadie Starr's Guide to Starting Over , is out now with Text Publishing. Content warning In this episode of Differently Brained we discuss disordered eating and binge eating. We also include some spoilers for Sadie Starr's Guide to Starting Over . Please feel free to skip this episode or reach out to medical professionals if it has brought anything up for you. Representations & resources Miranda's website Sadie Starr's Guide to Starting Over Enough podcast Waking Up Conversations podcast and app Atomic Habits by James Clear The Butterfly Foundation Eating in the Light of the Moon by Dr Anita Johnston. You can purchase all of these book titles and more from your local independent bookseller or Booktopia. Please note by purchasing through these Booktopia partner links we are provided a small commission which allows us to continue to provide the podcast at no cost to our audience. About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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1 Kay Kerr, author of Please Don’t Hug Me and Social Queue 52:11
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this episode, Jacinta and Lachlan interview Kay Kerr, author of Please Don't Hug Me , Social Queue and Love & Autism . They discuss Kay's diagnosis journey, how she has made her house an autistic safe space and how she writes informed and sensitive autistic characters. About our guest Kay Kerr is an autistic author and journalist from the Sunshine Coast, Queensland. Her debut novel Please Don’t Hug Me (2020) was shortlisted for Book of the Year for Older Children at the Australian Book Industry Awards in 2021, and listed as a ‘Notable Book’ by the Children’s Book Council of Australia. Her second novel, Social Queue , was released with Text Publishing in October 2021. Kay’s freelance writing has appeared in The Guardian, SBS Voices, Daily Life, Broadsheet, and Peppermint Magazine, amongst others. She writes about autistic representation, disability, parenting, pop culture, gardening, and feelings. Kay's new book Love & Autism is out now. Representations & resources Kay's website Please Don’t Hug Me Social Queue Love & Autism The Overshare the Amaze website Autism Connect the Yellow Ladybugs Helen Hoang ( The Kiss Quotient , The Bride Test and The Heart Principle ) Anna Whateley ( Peta Lyre's Rating Normal) Heartbreak High , Different, Not Less and Chloe Hayden , Hannah Gadsby and Ten Steps to Nanette Everything's Gonna Be Okay and Josh Thomas Clem Bastow's Late Bloomer The Umbrella Academy . You can purchase all of these book titles and more from your local independent bookseller or Booktopia. Please note by purchasing through these Booktopia partner links we are provided a small commission which allows us to continue to provide the podcast at no cost to our audience. About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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1 Dani Vee, author of My EXTRAordinary Mum and My EPIC Dad! 43:54
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this episode we have the absolute pleasure of talking to Dani Vee about her anxiety, her energy levels and how she's making slowing down a priority. About our guest Dani Vee is host of the popular literary podcast Words and Nerds . Dani is also a writer with her debut picture book My EXTRAordinary Mum , published by Larrikin House and Her My EPIC Dad! six picture book series and a short story in a crime fiction anthology are coming in 2023! Dani loves nothing more than reading Oscar Wilde with a cup of camomile tea and dark chocolate. Content warning In this episode of Differently Brained we discuss domestic violence and panic attacks. Please feel free to skip this episode or reach out to medical professionals if it has brought anything up for you. Representations & resources Dani's website Words and Nerds podcast My EXTRAordinary Mum My EPIC Dad Takes Us Camping My EPIC Dad Takes Us Fishing Prank Queen R U OK? Headspace and the Headspace meditations James and Ashley Stay at Home podcast. You can purchase all of these book titles and more from your local independent bookseller or Booktopia. Please note by purchasing through these Booktopia partner links we are provided a small commission which allows us to continue to provide the podcast at no cost to our audience. About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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1 Orion Kelly, host of My Friend Autism 1:16:02
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedJacinta and Lachlan speak to Orion Kelly about all things autism as he shares his diagnosis journey and lived experience. About our guest Orion Kelly is proudly Autistic. He is an Autistic advocate, consultant, keynote speaker, author, actor, host, YouTuber, podcaster and radio broadcaster based in Victoria, Australia. Orion hosts the podcasts My Friend Autism , A Different Brilliant , and Intensely Inquisitive . Plus, he has his own Autistic focused YouTube channel. Content warning In this episode of Differently Brained we discuss anxiety, depression and suicidality. Please feel free to skip this episode or reach out to medical professionals if it has brought anything up for you. Resources & representations Orion's YouTube channel My Friend Autism A Different Brilliant Intensely Inquisitive Oodies Theraputty Suits The Services, Support and Life Outcomes for Autistic Australians government report the Amaze website , specifically this article on talking about autism in media. About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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1 Being an auDHDer with Jacinta Dietrich, co-host of Differently Brained 50:34
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe tables have turned and Lachlan interviews the other half of the Differently Brained team, Jacinta Dietrich. They talk about Jacinta's diagnosis process, the surprise of finding out she's an ADHDer as well as autistic, and her mental health generally. About our guest Jacinta Dietrich is a neurodivergent and bisexual writer, editor and podcaster based in Naarm, (Melbourne, Victoria). Jacinta is a wizard with the letters in more ways than one - she is autistic with ADHD for a bit of extra flavour. She also has a family history of suicidality, depression and post-traumatic stress disorder. In 2021, she published a novella, This Is Us Now , with Grattan Street Press. In 2022, she was published in the Black Inc. Growing Up in Country Australia anthology and the Grattan Street Press Intermissions anthology. Jacinta's website Jacinta's instagram Jacinta's bookstagram Purchase This Is Us Now , Growing Up in Country Australia and Intermissions Representations Kay Kerr's Please Don't Hug Me and Social Queue Anna Whateley's Peta Lyre's Rating Normal , their combined newsletter The Overshare , anything by Jen Wilde ( This Is the Way the World Ends , Queens of Geek , Going Off Script and The Brightsiders ) Clem Bastow's Late Bloomer . You can purchase all of these book titles and more from your local independent bookseller or Booktopia . Please note by purchasing through these Booktopia partner links we are provided a small commission which allows us to continue to provide the podcast at no cost to our audience. Show credits This episode was produced by Lachlan Rutherford and Jacinta Dietrich. How to find us Follow us on Instagram Join our private Facebook community Follow us on Twitter Check out our website Shoot us an email to differentlybrainedpodcast@gmail.com Follow our personal stuff - @jacintadietrich & @ruthooftheloch About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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1 Chatting bipolar, anxiety and mental health with Lachlan Rutherford, co-host of Differently Brained 50:46
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedWelcome to the first full episode of Differently Brained for Season 1, 2023! We shared a little bit about the DB team in our trailers, but we heard you loud and clear - you want to know more. So we are kicking the season off with an interview with the one and only Lachlan Rutherford. Lachlan shares his experiences with his mental health generally, and his diagnoses bipolar disorder, trichotillomania and generalised anxiety. About our guest Lachlan Rutherford is a writer and editor who lives on Bundjalung country (Lismore, Northern NSW). Lachlan is a master of the brain, with years of mental health highs and lows. His official diagnosis is bipolar disorder, trichotillomania and generalised anxiety - a spicy mix to keep him on his toes. Content warning In this episode of Differently Brained we discuss anxiety, depression, suicidality, bipolar disorder, OCD and body image. Please feel free to skip this episode or reach out to medical professionals if it has brought anything up for you. Representations Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice Show credits This episode was produced by Lachlan Rutherford and Jacinta Dietrich. How to find us Follow us on Instagram Join our private Facebook community Follow us on Twitter Check out our website Shoot us an email to differentlybrainedpodcast@gmail.com Follow our personal stuff - @jacintadietrich & @ruthooftheloch About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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We are delighted to announce that in 2023 we will be launching Differently Brained , the podcast where no brain is the same. Differently Brained is an own voices podcast where each fortnight we interview a neurodivergent guest or a guest who has lived experience with mental health challenges. We talk to a diverse range of people with a focus on telling individual stories and championing the different ways we all exist in the world. We hope that these discussions will help to break down the stigmas and misconceptions around neurodivergence and mental health, and normalise these conversations in our community. Before we launch properly, we figure it is only fair to give you guys a bit more insight into the podcast and, of course, who we are. In this second mini intro episode we share our passions, motivations and hopes for the podcast in this host Q&A. And we hint at a few of the guests we have coming for Season 1 and chat about the bonus episodes we hope to record across the year! Show credits This episode was produced by Lachlan Rutherford and Jacinta Dietrich. How to find us Follow us on Instagram Join our private Facebook community Follow us on Twitter Check out our website Shoot us an email to differentlybrainedpodcast@gmail.com Follow our personal stuff - @jacintadietrich & @ruthooftheloch About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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We are delighted to announce that in 2023 we will be launching Differently Brained , the podcast where no brain is the same. Differently Brained is an own voices podcast where each fortnight we interview a neurodivergent guest or a guest who has lived experience with mental health challenges. We talk to a diverse range of people with a focus on telling individual stories and championing the different ways we all exist in the world. We hope that these discussions will help to break down the stigmas and misconceptions around neurodivergence and mental health, and normalise these conversations in our community. Before we launch properly, we figure it is only fair to give you guys a bit more insight into the podcast and, of course, who we are. In this mini intro episode we share our passions, motivations and hopes for the podcast in this host Q&A. We hint at a few of the guests we have coming for Season 1, chat about the bonus episodes we hope to record across the year and share our first giveaway! Show credits This episode was produced by Lachlan Rutherford and Jacinta Dietrich. How to find us Follow us on Instagram Join our private Facebook community Follow us on Twitter Check out our website Shoot us an email to differentlybrainedpodcast@gmail.com Follow our personal stuff - @jacintadietrich & @ruthooftheloch About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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Hello, I’m Lachlan Rutherford and I’m Jacinta Dietrich and we are delighted to announce that in 2023 we will be launching Differently Brained, the podcast where no brain is the same. Differently Brained is an own voices podcast where each fortnight we interview a neurodivergent guest or a guest who has lived experience with mental health challenges. We talk to a diverse range of people with a focus on telling individual stories and championing the different ways we all exist in the world. We hope that these discussions will help to break down the stigmas and misconceptions around neurodivergence and mental health, and normalise these conversations in our community. At this point, you’re probably wondering who we are, and fair enough. Lachlan Rutherford is a writer and editor who lives on Bundjalung country (Lismore, Northern NSW). Lachlan is a master of the brain, with years of mental health highs and lows. His official diagnosis is bipolar disorder, trichotillomania and generalised anxiety - a spicy mix to keep him on his toes. Jacinta Dietrich is a writer and editor who lives on Wurundjeri country in Naarm (Melbourne, Victoria). Jacinta is a wizard with the letters in more ways than one - she is autistic with ADHD for a bit of extra flavour. She also has a family history of suicidality, depression and post-traumatic stress disorder. We have a cracker season lined up for you in 2023 with so many exciting guests and conversations we can’t wait to share with you. In our regular interviews we chat all things autism, ADHD, anxiety, bipolar, binge eating, depression, suicidality and so so much more. We will also drop bonus episode across the season on topics we feel deserve a deep dive episode all of their own (Jacinta really just wants an excuse to have a Heartbreak High review episode). We are also lucky enough to have some amazing giveaways coming up that you’ll definitely want to be around for. We have a lot of hopes for Differently Brained, but our main hopes are that if the content speaks to you, we hope that you feel seen, represented and maybe less alone or different. And for those of you that may not be able to relate to the content, we hope it widens your understanding and awareness and helps you better support those in your life who may want to have these conversations themselves. If you like the sound of Differently Brained, please subscribe to the show so you can get it in your ears the minute we drop and even leave a review telling us what you are most looking forward to. If you want to get in touch with us, we are always keen to hear from listeners, potential guests and future podcast sponsors. You can reach us at our email differentlybrainedpodcast@gmail.com or our Instagram handle is @differentlybrainedpodcast . We are so excited to bring this project to you in 2023 and hope you love it as much as we do. Show credits This episode was produced by Lachlan Rutherford and Jacinta Dietrich. How to find us Follow us on Instagram Join our private Facebook community Follow us on Twitter Check out our website Shoot us an email to differentlybrainedpodcast@gmail.com Follow our personal stuff - @jacintadietrich & @ruthooftheloch About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.…
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