ADHD Babes: The Podcast

About ADHD Babes: The Podcast

Every two weeks, we'll invite you to a new episode hosted by members of ADHD babes. Join them to share in their experiences of living with ADHD as a black woman or non binary person. Listen while they interview special guests who will inspire them with knowledge and tools to help, both them and you, manage their ADHD. Walk with them in their journey of learning about our wonderful brains and all the things that come with living in a world where you have to manage multiple intersectionality's. ADHD babes is an open space for anyone who's looking for support with ADHD.

Publisher

ADHD BABES

Category

health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

1 Jun 2022

Latest episode

7 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

67 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   7 Oct 2026

   E65 - I Love You, But I Forgot to Text Back

   Summary In this episode, we explore the challenges of maintaining friendships with ADHD, focusing on involuntary ghosting, time blindness, and managing guilt. Our guest Amoyah shares personal insights and practical strategies for navigating these common issues. Host Ana Tyler Guests Amoyah Key Topics Involuntary ghosting and guilt spiral Time blindness and executive dysfunction Communication strategies for ADHD The importance of self-love and understanding Impact of ADHD on friendship maintenance Chapters 00:00 Introduction to friendship challenges with ADHD 02:12 What is involuntary ghosting and how it affects friendships 04:06 The guilt spiral and emotional impact of ghosting 07:00 Managing time blindness and executive dysfunction 10:00 Strategies for improving communication and accountability 15:04 The importance of systems and routines in daily life 20:00 Dealing with rejection sensitivity and self-shame 24:52 The role of self-love and acceptance in friendships 30:04 Future plans and personal growth in ADHD management ⁠Donate to ADHD Babes CIC⁠ (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=4VJ62MVL3VBGU) Credits Scripted by - Charlene Edited by - Selom Music Written & Performed by VVN, Produced by SolomonsSoul, Mix & Master by ST4X. Voice over Shauna Campbell -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @Shaye_cam⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/shaye_cam/) Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.adhdbabes.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.adhdbabes.com/) YouTube ⁠https://www.YouTube.com/adhdbabes⁠ (https://www.YouTube.com/adhdbabes) Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/adhdbabes/) Twitter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.twitter.com/adhdbabes/) TikTok ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@adhdbabes⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@adhdbabes) If you'd like to suggest a topic or be a guest on an episode, please email podcast@adhdbabes.com.

2. 

   23 Sept 2026

   E64 - The Myth of Motivation: What Actually Gets ADHD Brains Moving w/ FLOWN (Special Guests)

   Summary In this episode, neurodivergent coaches Vicky and Kit from Flown share insights on motivation, brain science, and embodied practices for managing ADHD. They explore how systems, somatic techniques, and neurodiversity reshape our understanding of productivity and self-care. In this episode, Chichi, Shauna, Kit, and Victoria explore practical strategies for managing motivation, regulation, and self-care with ADHD. They share insights on systems, neurodivergence, and embracing curiosity to thrive. Host Chichi Shauna Guests From Flown Kit Vicki Website: flown.com (http://flown.com/) IG: instagram.com/flownspace (http://instagram.com/flownspace) Youtube: youtube.com/@flown_space (http://youtube.com/@flown_space) ADHD Program: flown.com/adhd-focus-program (http://flown.com/adhd-focus-program) Viki's socials: Website: www.victoriouscoach.com (http://www.victoriouscoach.com/) Youtube: www.youtube.com/@VictoriousCoach (http://www.youtube.com/@VictoriousCoach) IG: instagram.com/victorious_coach (http://instagram.com/victorious_coach) Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/victoriamc (http://linkedin.com/in/victoriamc) Kit's socials: Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/kitslocum (http://linkedin.com/in/kitslocum) Email: kit@flown.com (mailto:kit@flown.com) Key Topics The neuroscience of ADHD and motivation Systems and strategies like body doubling and time scaffolding The role of the body and breathwork in managing stuckness Neurodiversity as a strength and a different way of being Cultural and societal influences on time perception and motivation Motivation strategies for neurodivergent people The role of regulation and self-care in managing ADHD Using curiosity and systems to thrive with neurodivergence Practical tips for overcoming overwhelm and procrastination The importance of understanding individual neurodivergent needs Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the episode and guests 00:34 Introduction to managing motivation with ADHD 02:02 Guest introductions and motivations of the day 02:57 The importance of regulation and self-care 03:38 Early awareness of motivation differences and late diagnosis 06:54 Using curiosity and systems to overcome overwhelm 12:00 Practical tips: regulatory toolkits and dopamine staircase 12:08 Why motivation is unreliable for ADHD brains 18:00 The role of environment and body in motivation 21:23 Flown's approach: systems over motivation 22:00 Understanding neurodivergence and hormonal influences 24:28 The neuroscience of dopamine and brain networks in ADHD 26:50 Internal family systems therapy explained 32:11 The role of the body and breathwork in regulation 32:52 Embracing adventure and curiosity with ADHD 38:06 Supporting neurodivergent needs seasonally and contextually 41:23 Cultural influences on time and neurodivergence 43:08 Building compassionate habits and removing 'should' 44:36 Embodied practices and somatic techniques for focus 47:49 Neurodivergence and spirituality as intuitive gifts 47:59 Closing thoughts and upcoming programs 48:44 Personal stories of body, energy, and transformation ⁠Donate to ADHD Babes CIC⁠ (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=4VJ62MVL3VBGU) Credits Scripted by - Julez Edited by - Azeezat Music Written & Performed by VVN, Produced by SolomonsSoul, Mix & Master by ST4X. Voice over Shauna Campbell -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @Shaye_cam⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/shaye_cam/) Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.adhdbabes.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.adhdbabes.com/) YouTube ⁠https://www.YouTube.com/adhdbabes⁠ (https://www.YouTube.com/adhdbabes) Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/adhdbabes/) Twitter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.twitter.com/adhdbabes/) TikTok ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@adhdbabes⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@adhdbabes) If you'd like to suggest a topic or be a guest on an episode, please email podcast@adhdbabes.com.

3. 

   9 Sept 2026

   E63 - When It Gets Heavy (in line with National Suicide Awareness Month)

   Summary In this episode, Chi Chi shares her personal experiences with suicidal ideation, emotional dysregulation, and the impact of late diagnosis of ADHD and autism within the Black community. Charlene and Julez explore the emotional and physical sensations of suicidal thoughts, early warning signs, and the importance of community support and unlearning harmful narratives. In this episode, we explore the deep emotional and systemic challenges faced by neurodivergent Black women, including the impact of societal expectations, internalized pain, and survival strategies. The conversation offers insights into mental health, identity, and the importance of support and understanding. In this episode, we explore barriers to mental health support faced by Black, neurodivergent, and marginalized communities, and discuss practical low-effort coping tools for when executive function is on the floor. Our guests share personal experiences, systemic challenges, and strategies for creating safer, more accessible mental health environments. Host Julez Guests Charlene Chichi Key Topics Suicidal ideation spectrum and emotional impact Physical sensations and emotional states during crises Early warning signs and triggers of suicidal thoughts The role of community, support, and unlearning stigma The systemic failure in mental health support for Black women The intersection of race, neurodivergence, and mental health Barriers to mental health support related to race, gender, and neurodivergence Effective low-effort coping tools for mental health crises Strategies for advocating for oneself within healthcare systems Chapters 00:00 Introduction and episode overview 00:46 Verbalizing pain and systemic barriers 01:05 The systemic failure in mental health support for Black women 01:21 The importance of community and support systems 01:43 The impact of systemic racism and cultural expectations 01:59 The toll of the strong Black woman narrative 02:26 Coping mechanisms and the role of support 02:50 The importance of recognizing systemic trauma 03:12 The journey of healing and validation 03:19 Trigger warning and mental health disclaimer 03:41 The significance of UK and US Suicide Prevention Day 03:43 Personal experiences with healthcare bias and racial bias 03:48 Guest introduction: Chi Chi Enu 04:50 Understanding the spectrum of suicidal ideation 05:10 The emotional and physical sensations during dark moments 07:39 Heaviness and despair in suicidal thoughts 09:00 Recognizing early warning signs and triggers 10:11 Barriers faced by neurodivergent and Black individuals in accessing care 11:00 Impact of family and cultural expectations 12:35 The role of rejection sensitivity and vulnerability 14:00 The experience of late diagnosis and internalized shame 16:17 Shared experiences and community support 18:27 The weight of late diagnosis and identity 20:02 The importance of culturally competent and safe mental health services 20:43 Burnout, shame, and the struggle with adulting 23:17 Internalized shame and self-blame 25:26 The impact of comparison and societal expectations 28:31 The strength of community and self-acceptance 30:43 Practical low-effort coping tools for mental health crises 45:29 The role of community and family in mental health support 54:59 Advocating for oneself and seeking second opinions 01:05:09 Creating systemic change and improving healthcare access ⁠⁠Donate to ADHD Babes CIC⁠⁠ (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=4VJ62MVL3VBGU) Credits Scripted by - Julez Edited by - Niquelle Music Written & Performed by VVN, Produced by SolomonsSoul, Mix & Master by ST4X. Voice over Shauna Campbell -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @Shaye_cam⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/shaye_cam/) Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.adhdbabes.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.adhdbabes.com/) YouTube ⁠⁠https://www.YouTube.com/adhdbabes⁠⁠ (https://www.YouTube.com/adhdbabes) Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/adhdbabes/) Twitter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.twitter.com/adhdbabes/) TikTok ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@adhdbabes⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@adhdbabes) If you'd like to suggest a topic or be a guest on an episode, please email podcast@adhdbabes.com.

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Spotify

5.0 / 5

28 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 60 / 100

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68

Social presence

91

YouTube

0

Engagement

82

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