ADHD & Neurodiversity: The Spicy Brain Podcast

ADHD & Neurodiversity: The Spicy Brain Podcast

Megan Mioduski & Michelle Woodward

Episodes 102
Avg. Duration 48m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (6)
Since Nov 2023
Latest Episode Jan 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule
Weekly
Format
Episodic
Consistency
55%
Hosting
app.fusebox.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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Recent Episodes

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…

Ep. 96 — ADHD Parenting Archetypes (Part 2) and Emotional Permanence: “Heroin in His Eyeballs”

Dec 11, 2025 48m Transcript

In this heartfelt and funny continuation of last week’s episode, Michelle and Megan tackle the second half of the ADHD parenting personality types from The Essential Guide to Raising Complex Kids by…

Ep. 95 — ADHD Archetypes, Reframing, and Radical Acceptance: “I've Tried Everything and Nothing Works”

Dec 04, 2025 1h 8m

This episode is a deep dive into the ADHD parenting archetypes from The Essential Guide to Raising Complex Kids by Elaine Taylor-Klaus, but with a twist. Megan and Michelle explore how these roles…

Ep. 94 — Parenting, Twitch Streams, and the Power of Acceptance: “Bring It On!”

Nov 20, 2025 1h 1m

What happens when your kid doesn’t follow the “normal” path? Or when your podcast co-host, who also happens to be your sister, calls you out mid-episode? In this raw, real, and surprisingly funny…

Ep. 93 — Parenting ADHD, Pressure, and the Power of Reframing : "You're a Real Girl Michelle"

Nov 13, 2025 1h 21m

Shedding the "shoulds" is easier said than done. Especially when you're ADHD and live in a world that loves to measure you by impossible standards. In this episode of The Spicy Brain Podcast, sisters…

Ep. 92 — Shredding the "Shoulds": Adulting, ADHD, and Why Megan Hates Lists

Nov 06, 2025 1h 9m

In this episode of the Spicy Brain Podcast, Michelle and Megan tackle the tangled world of logistics, reframing, and the relentless inner critic that loves to say “you should.” Whether you're…

Ep. 91 — Navigating ADHD and Brain Based Disorder Logistics: "Gird Your Loins, People"

Oct 30, 2025 59m

In this episode of the Spicy Brain Podcast, Michelle and Megan explore the often overwhelming world of ADHD or brain based disorders, emotions, and logistical chaos. Dive into their candid…

Ep. 90 — Road Trips, ADHD Freeze, and Grace in the Chaos: “The Rainbow Spinny Wheel Is My Brain Right Now”

Oct 23, 2025 2m

Sometimes, ADHD doesn’t just cause delays it causes full-on system failure. In this short but honest update, Megan shares what happens when the to-do list becomes too much and your brain throws up…

Ep. 89 — ADHD, Parenting Yourself, and Pancake Pandemonium

Oct 16, 2025 58m

Living with ADHD or parenting someone who’s neurodivergent can feel like climbing a mountain every day—while carrying a backpack you forgot at home. In this heartfelt and hilarious episode, Michelle…

Ep. 88 — ADHD Parenting, Emotional Regulation, and Self Compassion for Complex Kids and Adults: "Adulting is Just Parenting One's self"

Oct 09, 2025 56m

ADHD parenting, emotional regulation, and self compassion take center stage as Megan and Michelle unpack The Essential Guide to Raising Complex Kids by Elaine Taylor-Klaus. This conversation bridges…

Ep. 87 — Real Life, Real ADHD

Oct 02, 2025 1m

ADHD, self compassion, and celebrating small wins are at the heart of this quick victory lap episode. Life happens, ADHD brains get busy, and sometimes the podcast you planned turns into a one minute…

Ep. 86 — Parenting Complex Kids with ADHD: Breaking Free from “Shoulds”

Sep 25, 2025 1h 7m

Parents worry about the future for their kids, but the ‘shoulds’ only disconnect us from what really matters.In this episode, we kick off The Essential Guide to Raising Complex Kids with ADHD by…

Ep. 85 — ADHD Protein & Brain Fuel: Simple Nutrition Wins for Steadier Focus — “Yay, you have food now!”

Sep 18, 2025 37m

This week we get practical about fueling an ADHD brain. Megan shares how adding more protein (and pairing it with healthy fats + carbs) is helping her keep energy steadier during cognitively heavy…

Ep. 84 — Adulting, Mental Rehearsal, and ADHD Strategies: "Dancing Through the Day?"

Sep 11, 2025 46m

Dancing through the day sounds nice in theory, but what does it really mean when you’re living with ADHD? In this episode, Megan and Michelle wrap up their deep dive into Your Brain Is Not Broken by…

Ep. 83 — ADHD, Sleep Struggles, and Protecting Your Peak Time: “I don’t feel like I’m dancing through my day right now”

Sep 04, 2025 1h 3m

This week, Megan and Michelle dig into one of the toughest ADHD topics: sleep. From bedtime spirals to Ferrari brain, they share stories about what makes winding down so hard, including Megan’s…

Ep. 82 — Sleep, ADHD, and Finding Calm in Chaos: "Blinking Like a Crazy Woman"

Aug 28, 2025 1h

Living with ADHD means navigating unpredictable emotions, burnout, and sleepless nights that don’t always make sense. In this episode, sisters Megan and Michelle unpack the strange, funny, and…

Ep. 81 — ADHD Sensory Overload, Boundaries, and That Damn Tag: “The Lime Episode”

Aug 21, 2025 34m

ADHD shows up in the smallest moments, like the wrong T-shirt, a too-strong scent, or a clothing tag that suddenly becomes unbearable. In this replay of an early favorite, Michelle and Megan dive…

Ep. 80: Boundaries, ADHD, and Finding Your House Key: “I Have a Million Butlers That Are Not My Own”

Aug 14, 2025 58m

ADHD doesn’t just challenge attention, it tangles with identity, boundaries, and emotional overwhelm. In this episode, Michelle and Megan continue their deep (and often hilarious) dive into Your…

Frequently Asked Questions

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

ADHD & Neurodiversity: The Spicy Brain Podcast has published 102 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 highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 48m.

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