Neurodive Podcast

Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!In this episode, Beth talks about her passion for supporting young neurodivergent people into employment, and why getting a job is only part of the story. Through her work with supported internships, she helps young people find opportunities and, importantly, get the right support to stay in work.We explore the barriers young neurodivergent people face and why making workplaces more inclusive often isn’t as complicated as organisations might imagine. Beth shares how employers are sometimes surprised by how small and straightforward the adjustments can be, provided they’re specific to the individual. We also touch on how recruitment processes could be approached differently.Beth reflects on her own possible neurodivergence too, sharing some of the things she’s come to recognise about herself, including a few very firm boundaries! We discover that people eating on trains is an absolute no-no, leading to a rather entertaining conversation about sensory experiences, personal red lines and the things that other people might not give a second thought to.

Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!Jo talks openly about her experiences as a Black woman, exploring the complex layers of masking that can come with navigating a predominantly white world. She reflects on self-discovery, menopause and childhood experiences of nurture, and how considering the possibility of neurodivergence across generations has brought new perspectives and understanding.We discuss race, racism and neurodivergence, and explore the barriers to recognising and diagnosing neurodivergence when cultural differences in communication and lived experience aren’t fully understood or considered. We also talk about the need for greater nuance, curiosity and cultural awareness in the workplace, clinical practice, and how the intersections of race, gender and neurodivergence can shape people’s experiences in ways that are too often overlooked.NeuroDIVE redesigns systems, cultures and ways of working with neurodivergent people in mind, because when organisations design for difference, they work better for everyone.Our team brings expertise across business, education, social care and executive leadership, combining professional and lived experience to create meaningful and lasting change.https://www.neurodive.uk/

Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!In this episode we discuss inclusion and belonging and not shying away from hearing opposing views.Claire Harvey MBE is a former Paralympian, inclusion and diversity leader, and former captain of the Great Britain women’s sitting volleyball team. She has held senior inclusion roles across major organisations and is the founder of Not In Our Name, more commonly known as NION.Claire talks about how the idea for Not In Our Name began, how she brought women together around it, and how it has grown into a movement with more than 100,000 champions. We explore the systemic barriers that continue to shape people’s experiences of work and society, including for neurodivergent, disabled and trans people, and discuss what genuine inclusion requires beyond policies and good intentions.NeuroDIVE redesigns systems, cultures and ways of working with neurodivergent people in mind, because when organisations design for difference, they work better for everyone.Our team brings expertise across business, education, social care and executive leadership, combining professional and lived experience to create meaningful and lasting change.https://www.neurodive.uk/

Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!In this episode we discuss ADHD, creativity, rejection sensitivity, grief and what it is like navigating all of that in the public eye.Giles Paley-Phillips is an award-winning author, podcaster and screenwriter. He has written several books for children and two adult novels, including One Hundred and Fifty-Two Days, his semi-autobiographical novel in verse exploring grief, hope and love. The book has received praise from writers and broadcasters including Marian Keyes, Dawn French, Ian Rankin, Susie Dent and Nick Offerman, and has now been adapted for the screen by Giles and Elizabeth Morris. His Blank Podcast has also been nominated for the British Podcast Awards and reached number one in sixteen countries.Giles talks openly about ADHD, creativity and rejection sensitivity, and about the particular challenges of putting your work, and yourself, into the public eye. We also talk about the forthcoming film adaptation of One Hundred and Fifty-Two Days, the joy of collaborating with people such as Jim Daly, and what he has learned through conversations with people including Dawn French, Stephen Fry and Louis Theroux. Just as importantly, Giles reflects on the value of listening to people without a public profile too, and the stories we can miss when we only pay attention to the famous.NeuroDIVE redesigns systems, cultures and ways of working with neurodivergent people in mind, because when organisations design for difference, they work better for everyone.Our team brings expertise across business, education, social care and executive leadership, combining professional and lived experience to create meaningful and lasting change.https://www.neurodive.uk/

Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!‘In this episode we discuss parenthood, demand avoidance, addiction, work and learning to be kinder to yourself.Dizz is diagnosed with autism, ADHD and dyslexia, although at the time of recording she had only received her ADHD and dyslexia diagnoses. She also believes she has a PDA profile.Dizz talks openly about parenthood, including the challenges of parenting before knowing she was neurodivergent, as well as her experiences of addiction and working life. We discuss how she manages her own internal demand avoidance, the impact of understanding herself through a neurodivergent lens, and why self-kindness has become so important.’NeuroDIVE redesigns systems, cultures and ways of working with neurodivergent people in mind, because when organisations design for difference, they work better for everyone.Our team brings expertise across business, education, social care, and executive leadership, combining professional and lived experience to create meaningful, lasting change.https://www.neurodive.uk/

Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!In this episode we discuss hyper vigilance, stress and being your authentic selfRuth Kudzi is an ICF Master Certified Coach since 2020, she runs her own coach training school Optimus Coach Academy where we've trained 1000s of students. She has over 10,000 coaching hours and has worked predominantly in the leadership and small business spaces. Alongside coaching Ruth has got 30+ years experience of studying Psychology with a MA, BA and PGCERT this means she combines coaching & psychology in her approach: Ruth is a four times best selling author and key note speaker. Find out more about Ruth here: https://www.ruthkudzi.com/NeuroDIVE redesigns systems, cultures and ways of working with neurodivergent people in mind, because when organisations design for difference, they work better for everyone.Our team brings expertise across business, education, social care and executive leadership, combining professional and lived experience to create meaningful and lasting change.https://www.neurodive.uk/