Aging Out Loud: Rethinking ADHD in Later Life with Dr. Kathleen Nadeau
ADHD doesn’t retire—and it certainly doesn’t get easier with age. Dr. Kathleen Nadeau joins us to explore the real challenges older adults face with ADHD, and why structure, sleep, and connection are more vital than ever for a thriving later life.
You Don’t Have to Be Productive All The Time
What if being less productive could actually help you get more done? Pete and Nikki dig into the ADHD productivity trap—and why your to-do list might be lying to you.
The ADHD-Productivity Trap with Ari Tuckman, Psy.D, CST
Why do people with ADHD feel like they’re always busy but never productive? Dr. Ari Tuckman returns to break down the psychology of overwhelm, perfectionism, and what it really means to get things done when your brain won’t let you.
ADHD Duos • The Flooded Brain: ADHD, Emotion, and the Biology of Overwhelm with Dr. Dodge Rea & Dr. Sharon Saline
What happens when the ADHD brain gets overwhelmed—not just emotionally, but biologically? In this episode, Dr. Sharon Saline and Dr. Dodge Rea join us to unpack emotional flooding, the neuroscience behind it, and the surprisingly simple strategies that can help us find calm in the chaos.
ADHD Duos • Overwhelm, Executive Function, and the Fight to Stay Present with Tamara Rosier & Brooke Schnittman
What if your overwhelm isn’t a failure—but a signal? In this episode of our Duos series, ADHD experts Dr. Tamara Rosier and Brooke Schnittman explore how to recognize, regulate, and respond to overwhelm with tools that actually work for the ADHD brain.
ADHD Duos • Break Free from Shame Spirals with James Ochoa, LPC & Dr. Nachi Felt
Shame, like fire, can illuminate or consume. It can be a social signal that nudges us toward change—or a psychological prison that locks us in cycles of self-blame. Today, we explore how shame spirals form, how ADHD makes them particularly pernicious, and what it takes to break free.
Shiny Objects & Smart Machines: AI’s Role in ADHD Productivity Part II
In this episode of The ADHD Podcast, Pete Wright and Nikki Kinzer take us into the heart of the paradox. They begin with a simple but profound question: How do we make AI work for us, rather than the other way around?
Shiny Objects & Smart Machines: AI’s Role in ADHD Productivity Part I
Artificial intelligence is everywhere—shaping how we work, think, and even how we manage our ADHD. But is AI a game-changing cognitive assistant or just another digital white whale primed to swallow our focus whole?
Caroline Maguire Helps Us Make Friends
Making friends as a kid felt effortless—one shared lunch, one game of tag, and suddenly, you had a best friend. But as adults, friendship is more complicated, especially for those with ADHD, where forgetfulness, time blindness, and social missteps can make connection feel just out of reach. Caroline Maguire understands this better than anyone and she’s back this week to help.
The Paradox of ADHD Impulsivity: Both Gift and Liability in Our Most Intimate Relationships with Melissa Orlov
What if the very quality that makes those early, intoxicating moments of romance so vibrant—the spontaneous weekend getaway, the surprise bouquet of flowers—later becomes the source of relationship friction? The human brain, particularly one wired with ADHD, contains multitudes of contradictions, and nowhere is this more evident than in how impulsivity shapes our intimate partnerships.
Love, Attention, and the Invisible Chasm of ADHD with Jonathan Hassall
This week on The ADHD Podcast, we embark on a three-part exploration into ADHD and relationships. Our guide this first week: Jonathan Hassall, an ADHD and executive function coach who has spent years decoding the paradoxes that arise when ADHD meets the relentless machinery of relationships.
How ADHD Shapes Our Connections: A Primer on Love, Friendship, and Communication
How does ADHD shape the way we connect with others? This week, we explore the challenges—and surprising strengths—ADHD brings to all kinds of relationships, targeting considerations that can help foster deeper connections in love, family, work, and friendship.
The Hidden Storm of ADHD: Emotional Dysregulation & RSD
Emotional dysregulation is one of ADHD’s most disruptive and misunderstood challenges, causing intense emotional reactions that can derail relationships, productivity, and self-esteem. This week, Nikki and Pete explore the science behind these emotional storms and share practical strategies to regain balance and resilience.
Decisions, Decisions, Decisions: Why ADHD Turns Choices Into Mazes
Why is making a decision sometimes the hardest thing in the world? For those with ADHD, the labyrinth of choices can feel impossibly complex. Each twist and turn demands attention and energy—resources that are already stretched thin. This week Nikki and Pete peel back the layers of decision-making through the ADHD lens, unraveling why such a seemingly simple act can feel like scaling a mountain.
Shifting Gears: ADHD-Powered Problem Solving
What happens when life throws you off course? The meeting runs late, the pipes freeze, or the day crumbles before it even begins. For most people, problem-solving is instinctive. For those with ADHD, however, it’s a far more complex process—one filled with creativity, frustration, and unpredictability.
Anthony's Way—The Road to Kindness with Tony and Cassi Bellezza
Tony and Cassi Bellezza founded Anthony’s Way—The Road to Kindness to honor their son Anthony, who lived with ADHD and inspired others through his compassion. The organization helps children and teens with ADHD thrive by providing resources, mentorship, and understanding. For the Bellezzas, Anthony’s legacy is a reminder that ADHD isn’t a limitation—it’s a different path, best navigated with kindness.
The Language of Limitation
Do words like "just" and "only" secretly sabotage your success? Join us this week on The ADHD Podcast as we explore the sneaky power of language and reveal how to break free from the "Language of Limitation."
Celebrating What We Do
Living with ADHD takes courage, adaptability, and resilience. But ADHDers rarely give themselves credit for what they do accomplish. This episode is a rallying cry to celebrate just that—everything you’ve already done, no matter how small it seems.
Break out of the ADHD Try-Hard Trap
Are you trapped in a cycle of trying too hard and burning out? This week we explore how "letting go" of unrealistic expectations and self-criticism can empower you to unlock new potential in your relationship with ADHD.
It’s Declutter Season!
On this episode of Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast, Nikki and Pete dive headfirst into decluttering, exploring the peculiar relationship between our stuff and our sanity.