Podcast Overview
<p>Wild Focus is a real, unfiltered podcast about what ADHD actually feels like as an adult—and how to work with your brain instead of constantly fighting it. Hosted by a dad navigating life, work, and parenting with ADHD, this show blends personal stories, practical insights, and real-world strategies that actually help. From burnout and focus struggles to movement, the outdoors, and building a life that fits how you’re wired—nothing here is perfect, and that’s the point. If you’ve ever felt like you’re capable of more but can’t always access it… you’re not alone.</p>
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3/28/2026
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July 12, 2026
ADHD: The Lost Generation (Part 1) The 1990's Trap
<p>ADHD: The Lost Generation (Part 1) The 1990's Trap.</p><p></p><p>Part 1 of this 4-part series, explores the raw truth of the underdiagnosed ADHD generation of the 1990s, shedding light on the medical system's failure, cultural stigma, erasure of young girls, and the trauma and survival mechanisms developed by the lost generation. It also delves into the impact of ADHD on academic and social life, leading to the burnout epidemic in adulthood.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Underdiagnosis of ADHD in the 1990s led to the erasure of young girls and the trauma of the lost generation.</li><li>The masking of ADHD and the burnout epidemic in adulthood are significant consequences of the underdiagnosed ADHD generation.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The 1990s Trap</li><li>03:03 The Medical System and ADHD</li><li>04:15 Cultural Stigma and Misconceptions</li><li>05:26 The Myth of the Good Student</li><li>06:04 The Internal Cost of Achieving Good Grades</li><li>06:56 The Erasure of Young Girls</li><li>09:36 The Trauma of the Lost Generation</li><li>10:25 Behavioral Habits and Survival Gear</li><li>17:13 The Masking of ADHD</li><li>20:48 The Explosion of the Engine</li><li>22:00 The Adult Wall</li></ul><p></p><p>Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. Leave a review. Make sure to follow:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/@Weekendwildmi" target="_blank">Weekend Wild - YouTube</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@weekendwildmi" target="_blank">Weekend Wild | Get Outside (@weekendwildmi) | TikTok</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@wildfocuspod" target="_blank">wildfocuspod (@wildfocuspod) | TikTok</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/weekendwildmi/" target="_blank">Weekend Wild (@weekendwildmi) • Instagram photos and videos</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/wildfocuspod" target="_blank">Wild Focus | ADHD Podcast (@wildfocuspod) • Instagram photos and videos</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/jeff_kapp" target="_blank">Jeff Kapp (@jeff_kapp) • Instagram photos and videos</a></p><p></p><p>Not a member of CHADD yet? Check them out below to learn more about how they can help you.</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://chadd.org/" target="_blank">CHADD - Improving the lives of people affected by ADHD</a></p>
July 5, 2026
Ep 16: The Masking Hangover
<p>The episode delves into the concept of the 'masking hangover' experienced by individuals with ADHD, exploring the toxic grief of performing one's own existence, the neurological and emotional impact of masking, and practical systems for managing and transitioning from unconscious masking to intentional boundary management.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>The neurological impact of masking worsens core ADHD symptoms internally.</li><li>Masking creates a massive barrier to self-acceptance, leaving individuals trapped in a state of chronic self-stigma.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Masking Hangover</li><li>08:55 The Neurological Impact of Masking</li><li>15:02 The Emotional Impact of Masking</li><li>29:32 The Uncomfortable Truth About Masking</li></ul><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/@Weekendwildmi" target="_blank">Weekend Wild - YouTube</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/weekendwildmi/" target="_blank">Weekend Wild (@weekendwildmi) • Instagram photos and videos</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/wildfocuspod" target="_blank">Wild Focus | ADHD Podcast (@wildfocuspod) • Instagram photos and videos</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@weekendwildmi" target="_blank">Weekend Wild | Get Outside (@weekendwildmi) | TikTok</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@wildfocuspod" target="_blank">wildfocuspod (@wildfocuspod) | TikTok</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://chadd.org/" target="_blank">CHADD - Improving the lives of people affected by ADHD</a></p>
June 28, 2026
Ep 15: ADHD and Marijuana
<p>The episode explores the relationship between ADHD and cannabis use, highlighting the short-term relief and long-term consequences of self-medicating with marijuana. It provides insights into the neurobiological reasons behind the attraction to cannabis and offers sustainable strategies to replace the chemical shortcut.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>ADHDers are drawn to cannabis due to the neurobiological impact of THC on dopamine levels.</li><li>Cannabis use offers short-term relief but leads to long-term cognitive decline and adverse medication interactions.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Agonizing Restlessness</li><li>05:38 Dopamine and ADHD</li><li>12:05 Working Memory and Cannabis Use</li><li>22:06 The Raw Truth about Cannabis Use</li></ul><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://chadd.org/" target="_blank">CHADD - Improving the lives of people affected by ADHD</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/wildfocuspod" target="_blank">Wild Focus | ADHD Podcast (@wildfocuspod) • Instagram photos and videos</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/weekendwildmi/" target="_blank">Weekend Wild (@weekendwildmi) • Instagram photos and videos</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/@Weekendwildmi" target="_blank">Weekend Wild - YouTube</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@weekendwildmi" target="_blank">Weekend Wild | Get Outside (@weekendwildmi) | TikTok</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@wildfocuspod" target="_blank">wildfocuspod (@wildfocuspod) | TikTok</a></p>
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- What is Wild Focus?
<p>Wild Focus is a real, unfiltered podcast about what ADHD actually feels like as an adult—and how to work with your brain instead of constantly fighting it. Hosted by a dad navigating life, work, and parenting with ADHD, this show blends personal stories, practical insights, and real-world strategies that actually help. From burnout and focus struggles to movement, the outdoors, and building a life that fits how you’re wired—nothing here is perfect, and that’s the point. If you’ve ever felt like you’re capable of more but can’t always access it… you’re not alone.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
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- Does this podcast accept guests?
No, this podcast does not typically feature guests.
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