The space where quirky minds get stories, hacks, and insights.
Hosted by Simon, the founder of Knowbotics AI, helping neurodivergent minds thrive at school.
NeuroQuirks Episode 36 - The Interoception Disconnect
NeuroQuirks is a podcast for neurodivergent thinkers and anyone curious about how quirky minds work. In episode 36, Simon Barry explores The Interoception Disconnect. In this episode, you'll discover:
Why missing internal physical cues like hunger or tension is a common neurodivergent experience, not a personal failing.
How interoceptive differences directly impact our ability to regulate emotions and manage anxiety before reaching a crisis point.
Practical ways to rebuild your connection with your body using intentional check-ins and external prompts.
For the companion article and the free Interoception Body Map, visit our Substack: https://neuroquirks.substack.com/ (https://neuroquirks.substack.com/)
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23 Jul 2026
NeuroQuirks Episode 35 - The Neurodivergent Parent
NeuroQuirks is a podcast for neurodivergent thinkers and anyone curious about how quirky minds work. In episode 35, Simon Barry explores The Neurodivergent Parent. In this episode, you'll discover:
Why the intense sensory overload of parenting is uniquely challenging for neurodivergent minds and how to manage it.
The hidden strength of neurodivergent empathy, allowing parents to connect deeply with their children's unspoken needs.
How dropping the mask at home teaches your children the profound value of authentic self-worth.
For the companion article and the free Neurodivergent Parenting Survival Guide, visit our Substack: https://neuroquirks.substack.com/ (https://neuroquirks.substack.com/)
Subscribe to NeuroQuirks for stories, strategies, and science-backed insights to help quirky minds thrive.
15 Jul 2026
NeuroQuirks Episode 34 - Navigating Sensory Overload in a Neurotypical World
NeuroQuirks is a podcast for neurodivergent thinkers and anyone curious about how quirky minds work. In episode 34, Simon Barry explores the reality of sensory overload and why some brains process the world with greater intensity. In this episode, you'll discover:
Why sensory processing sensitivity is a physical, neurological reality, not just a behavioural choice.
How the brain's sensory gating mechanisms differ in neurodivergent individuals, leading to overwhelming experiences.
Practical strategies to move from a reactive to a proactive approach, including how to build your own 'Sensory First-Aid Kit'.
For the companion article and the free Sensory Safe Zone Guide, visit our Substack: https://neuroquirks.substack.com/ (https://neuroquirks.substack.com/)
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