ADHD & Neurodiversity: The Spicy Brain Podcast

ADHD & Neurodiversity: The Spicy Brain Podcast

Megan Mioduski & Michelle Woodward

Episodes 119
Avg. Duration 48m
Activity Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (6)
Since Nov 2023
Latest Episode May 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule
Weekly
Format
Episodic
Consistency
57%
Hosting
feeds.captivate.fm

About This Podcast

ADHD isn’t just a diagnosis; it’s a way of seeing the world. I'm a neurodivergent creative, and I'm teaming up with my (kinda) neurotypical sister to unpack the chaos of ADHD, mental health, big feelings, and the wild ride of living with a spicy brain. Whether you're newly diagnosed, deep in the neurospicy trenches, or just trying to make sense of someone you care about, we hope you’ll leave every episode feeling a little more seen and a little less alone. Here, we mix sister talk with ridiculous stories. Here, we break down how ADHD physically and emotionally in the body. Here, we laugh our way through the sometimes messy (and wildly creative) ways neurodivergence shows up in real life. We believe you don’t have to “fix” your brain to feel better. This is your reminder that being wired differently doesn’t mean being broken. We’re in it with you. Our podcast is funny, honest, and probably the most validating train wreck you'll listen to this week. (New episodes weekly-ish.) 💬 Say hello on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/spicybrainstudios" ADHD, neurodivergent, neurodivergence, executive dysfunction, masking, RSD, rejection sensitive dysphoria, anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, autism, AuDHD, sensory overload, overstimulation, burnout, dopamine, mental health, time blindness, creativity, sibling podcast, funny mental health podcast, women with ADHD, late diagnosis ADHD, emotional dysregulation, productivity struggles, ADHD hacks, real talk, neurospicy, ADHD podcast

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S1E116 Ep.116 – Behind the Scenes: The Unrecorded Gems of Our ADHD Podcast

May 28, 2026 16m Transcript

The focus of this podcast episode revolves around the importance of differentiating between responding and reacting in various situations. We delve into the concept of reactivity, particularly as it…

S1E115 Ep. 115 – From Curiosity to Acceptance: Embracing Neurodiversity in Parenting

May 21, 2026 1h 19m Transcript

In this enlightening episode of the Spicy Brain Podcast, we delve into the intricate dynamics of executive functioning, as articulated in Elaine Taylor Clouse's seminal work, "The Essential Guide to…

S1E114 Ep. 114 – Creating Neuro-Friendly Spaces: Practical Approaches for Daily Life

May 14, 2026 56m Transcript

The principal focus of this podcast episode revolves around the elusive concept of the "just get it done" button, a metaphorical representation of the challenges faced by individuals with ADHD in…

S1E113 Ep. 112 – Creating a Supportive Environment for Neurodiverse Families

May 07, 2026 57m Transcript

This week, we talk about something every neurodivergent family runs into eventually: emotional triggers.What happens when everyone in the house is overwhelmed? How do you tell the difference between…

S1E112 Ep. 112 – From Shame to Support: Parenting Neurodivergent Kids Differently

Apr 30, 2026 1h Transcript

This week, we dive into one of the hardest parenting traps: the shame and blame cycle. What if your child isn’t being difficult… what if their brain is?We explore the difference between “naughty” and…

S1E111 Ep. 111 – A Solo Brain on Grief, Fear, and Coming Home | Learning to Trust Yourself

Apr 23, 2026 15m Transcript

A vulnerable solo episode about grief, ADHD identity, self-trust, and reclaiming the version of yourself that always knew who you were.This week is a solo episode from Megan.After a recent loss in…

S1E110 Ep.110 – Why Healing Takes So Damn Long (And Why That’s Okay)

Apr 16, 2026 56m Transcript

What if nothing is actually wrong… it’s just taking longer than you expected?In this episode, Rosey comes back after a rough week with something surprising: things are starting to shift.Not…

S1E109 Ep. 109 – When Your ADHD Brain Just Says Nope: "I be raw!"

Apr 09, 2026 1h 3m Transcript

This episode is not polished. It is not planned. It is real.Megan shows up in the middle of a hard day and instead of pushing through or pretending everything is fine, she lets it be messy. What…

S1E108 Ep. 108 — Sensory Overload, Food, and “The Perfect Bite”: “It has to be the right texture or I’m out.”

Apr 02, 2026 1h 12m Transcript

This episode stays in the sensory rabbit hole, and honestly, it goes deeper in a way that feels both validating and a little too real. Megan and Michelle keep unpacking sensory processing, but this…

S1E107 Ep. 107 — Sensory Processing Disorder and Neurodiversity: “My brain feels like it’s wearing a fuzzy sweater.”

Mar 26, 2026 57m Transcript

This week, Megan and Michelle take a little detour from The Essential Guide to Raising Complex Kids because they landed on a topic that felt way too important to save for later. They start digging…

S1E106 Ep. 106 — Sensory Processing Disorder and ADHD: “Maybe I’m not crazy.”

Mar 19, 2026 56m Transcript

This week, Megan and Michelle take a little detour from the parenting book because they stumbled into something that immediately felt too important not to talk about. The conversation starts with…

S1E105 Ep. 105 — ADHD Moving Chaos and Executive Function: “Tell us what to do, but don’t tell me what to do.”

Mar 12, 2026 35m Transcript

This week is a follow-up from the moving trenches, and honestly, it feels like the exact episode that had to happen after 104. Megan and Michelle circle back now that the boxes are inside, the…

S1E104 Ep. 104 — ADHD Moves and Trusting Your Brain: “The number of times I’ve quit quit in this is zero.”

Mar 05, 2026 31m Transcript

This week’s episode is a little different. No chapter breakdown. No strategy deep dive. Just two sisters sitting down in the middle of real life while Megan is about to move out of her house the next…

S1E103 Ep. 103 — Parenting Complex Kids Like a Coach: “Just tell me what to do.”

Feb 26, 2026 1h 3m

This episode starts in that place a lot of parents know too well. You want peace. You are tired. Your brain starts writing the worst possible future for your kid, and suddenly you are spiraling all…

S1E102 Ep. 102 — ADHD Confidence and Complex Kids: “Specialists Living in a Generalist World”

Feb 19, 2026 1h 7m Transcript

This week we kept sitting in Chapter 3 of The Essential Guide to Raising Complex Kids and somehow ended up talking about adulting, perfectionism, boundaries, and why confidence feels like something…

S1E101 Ep. 101 — ADHD Garages, Relationships, and Redefining Success: “It’s Not Just About the Tasks”

Feb 12, 2026 1h 3m

This week’s episode dives deep into what it really means to support neurodivergent minds. Whether you're parenting a complex kid, managing your own ADHD, or trying to break the cycle of “fixing it”…

S1E100 Ep. 100 — Two Years, 100 Episodes, and a Whole Lot of Growth: “Radical Acceptance, High Kick!”

Feb 05, 2026 59m

From a messy start in temporary lodging to a full-blown neurospicy podcast, Michelle and Megan are celebrating 100 episodes of The Spicy Brain Podcast. What began as a casual sisterly experiment has…

S1E99 Ep. 99 — ADHD Green Tasks, Friendship Anxiety, and the Come Down That Follows: “Lay It All In There”

Jan 29, 2026 30m

What happens when your ADHD brain finally says yes to a big day of joy, and then crashes afterward? In this cozy episode of the Spicy Brain Podcast, Michelle and Megan unpack what it means to say yes…

S1E98 Ep. 98 — The REAL Episode 98: Radical Forgiveness, Melt-Downs & Marbles

Jan 22, 2026 1h 5m

Okay okay. If you tuned in last week and thought, “Wait… didn’t I already hear this?” You did. That was Episode 95 in disguise. But THIS is the real Episode 98, and it’s worth the wait.This week, we…

Ep. 97 — ADHD Parenting Archetypes (Part 3), Time Clocks, and the Long Game of Repair: “You’re Never Gonna Have a Butler”

Dec 18, 2025 1h 10m

UPDATED** - We had a technical glitch where about ten minutes of the audio cut out Megan's voice. While Michelle does enjoy talking, she wasn't having a one-sided conversation. lolWelcome back to the…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does ADHD & Neurodiversity: The Spicy Brain Podcast have?

ADHD & Neurodiversity: The Spicy Brain Podcast has published 119 episodes since November 2023, covering topics in Arts, Education.

Is ADHD & Neurodiversity: The Spicy Brain Podcast still active?

ADHD & Neurodiversity: The Spicy Brain Podcast is currently active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 48m.

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