Unapologetically Awesome with Penn & Kim Holderness

This week on The ADHD Podcast, hosts Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright wrangle the comedic duo, Penn and Kim Holderness, authors of the New York Times bestselling book, ADHD is Awesome. Known for their viral videos (and possibly for single-handedly introducing COVID to the US, but we'll let Kim explain that one), the Holdernesses bring their signature blend of humor and honesty to a conversation about ADHD, vulnerability, and the art of the perfectly timed split jump.

Kim, the self-proclaimed anxiety and OCD whisperer to Penn's whirlwind of ADHD energy, shares her side of the story, revealing the secrets to thriving in a relationship where lost car keys and forgotten stoves are just part of the daily soundtrack. 

Penn takes us on a trip down memory lane, from his shirt-chewing, interruption-filled childhood to the college years where academic probation became an unwelcome roommate. He shares how ADHD has shaped their careers, from the fast-paced world of local news to the creative explosion of online content creation. And yes, he finally explains the genius behind the cauliflower rice video – prepare for a philosophical debate that will divide your family for generations.

Join Pete and Nikki for a laugh-out-loud, yet touching conversation with Penn and Kim. This episode is packed with relatable anecdotes, practical tips, and a healthy reminder that even in the midst of chaos, there's always room for connection, understanding, and maybe even a well-placed split jump.

Links & Notes

• Find links to all their goodies at TheHoldernessFamily.com
• Pick up ADHD is Awesome
• Pick up Unapologetically ADHD
• Dig into the podcast Shownotes Database

• (00:00) - Welcome to Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast
• (02:11) - Become a Patron! patreon.com/theadhdpodcast
• (02:37) - Introducing Penn & Kim Holderness
• (12:37) - ADHD Adaptation Between Partners
• (20:09) - The Beach Story
• (31:33) - The Baggage of ADHD
• (37:07) - Tackling the Title
• (45:13) - The Creative Process
• (53:49) - Collaboration
• (01:02:35) - What's Next?

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