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Differently Brained

Differently Brained is an own voices podcast where each fortnight we interview a neurodiverse guest or a guest who has lived experience with mental health challenges. We talk to a diverse range of people with a focus on telling individual stories and championing the different ways we all exist in the world. We hope that these discussions will help to break down the stigmas and misconceptions around neurodivergence and mental health, and normalise these conversations in our community.

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    Attention Surplus Hyperactivity Awesomeness with Georgia Zentrich, the ADHD Educator

    Are you in need of some education on ADHD? Or perhaps some advocacy and youth work? Or maybe even a DJ for your event?Well look no further - in today's episode Jacinta talks to Georgia Zentrich, The ADHD Educator. They discuss ADHD stigma, managing schedules, the challenges posed by the mental health care system, and more (including DJing)Georgia has an InstagramAnd you can find the resources mentioned in the episode below.REFERENCES:  It's A Lot Podcast with Abby ChatfieldInterview with G-Flip William Dodson - Interest Based Nervous SystemHow Simone Biles Turned ADHD into Her Superpower Heartbreak High Geek Girl

    53 min

  2. 18 FEB

    NeuroTrip: Jacinta's travels in Europe

    This one is a bit late, apologies all!In today's episode, Jacinta tells us all about her recent journey through Europe. How did it affect her? How can neurodivergent people prepare themselves for travel? Was it worth it? Are Jacinta and Lachlan the most beautiful singers you've ever heard? Jump aboard and find out!

    58 min

  3. 28 JAN

    The Cold Truth about tech, anxiety and writing with Ashley Kalagian Blunt

    Join us in welcoming back Ashley Kalagian Blunt - author, podcaster and friend of the show.In this episode we chat about her brand new book, 'Cold Truth', a tech-noir crime thriller. The conversation delves into the writing process, cybersecurity, technology anxiety, crypto-currency warnings, and more!ASHLEY'S BOOKS:COLD TRUTH — Ashley Kalagian Blunt DARK MODE — Ashley Kalagian Blunt HOW TO BE AUSTRALIAN — Ashley Kalagian Blunt MY NAME IS REVENGE — Ashley Kalagian Blunt   Also, check out the podcast James and Ashley Stay at Home REFERENCES:The Age of Magical Overthinking | Book by Amanda Montell | Official Publisher Page | Simon & Schuster

    58 min

  4. 21 JAN

    Welcome to Season 3! Word of the Year 2025

    It's a new year, friends, and a brand new season of Differently Brained! We're really excited to get back into the swing of things and give you all a year's worth of podcast goodness with different brains aplenty.Just like in 2024 we've come up with two new 'guiding words/intentions' for 2025 (No Spoilers as to what we chose, you'll just have to listen!)Welcome back, y'all, we missed you!   REFERENCED IN THE SHOW: 'Not Perfect' by Tim Minchin 9 Life Lessons - Tim Minchin UWA Address  'You Don't Have to Dream' by Tim Minchin (book)

    42 min

  5. 10/12/2024

    Lachlan's 2024 Wrapped: Salty, Disappointing, Hopeful

    Who's that guy? Who's that guy? It's Rutho!Welcome to the second of our wrap up episodes for 2024. This time, Lachlan looks  back on the year and his intention of "RECALIBRATING". Some of the resources mentioned: The Pulling | Book | Scribe Publications (Adele's Book) WISE Employment | Disability Employment Services | Workforce Australia | NDIS Watch BEEF | Netflix Official Site Lana Eileen (@lana.eileen.art) • Instagram photos and videos | Spotify Profile

    47 min

  6. 06/12/2024

    Jacinta's 2024 Wrapped: Gloomy, vibrant shenanigans

    We're back baybeeeeeeee!And not a moment too soon (considering the end of the year is hurtling towards us).In this, our first of two wrap-up episodes, Jacinta reflects on the year that was. Has she, indeed, "BUILT"?Some of the resources mentioned:The Pulling | Book | Scribe Publications (Adele's Book)Simply Happy Organisation - Narelle King - Professional Organiser - Yoga TeacherCandles – Lavender Moon Candle CoMel Watson - Speaker, Mentor, Burnout & HR Expert

    55 min

  7. 29/10/2024

    Representations and Resources SUPERCUT!

    Okay, we know, this one is a bit late and hastily edited, but nevertheless it is here!A supercut of many of our guest episodes from series 1 of Differently Brained sharing their favourite resources and representations dealing with mental health and neurodivergence. Of course, if you want something more comprehensive, do go back and listen to the full episodes. In speaking order, the guests you will hear from are: Orion Kelly Kay Kerr Matt Bruyninckx Mel Watson Min Lou Kylie Maslen Suzanna Poredos Claudia-Barriga Larrivière Brandon Harvey Steph Liz Cuthbert Miranda Luby Kirk Cetinic Amanda Tattersall Dani Vee Ashley Kalagian Blunt Davina Bell Alicia Elliott Jess and Bonnie Flint Below are links to as many of the resources and references mentioned that can be found: RESOURCES: Amaze — Creating an autism inclusive Australia Always Angelic Aspie Alice (Suzanna Poredos' Podcast) Peer-to-Peer Support - Our Programs - GROW Australia Peer CARE Companion Warmline | Roses in the Ocean Alternatives to Suicide in Australia – Alt2Su – NSW (alt2su-nsw.net)   The Rapids by Sam Twyford-Moore Support for Eating Disorders and Body Image Issues | Butterfly Foundation Eating in the Light of the Moon by Anita Johnson James Ward-Sinclair, Author at Autistic & Unapologetic Scaling Change — On making change big and small | by Amanda Tattersall | Medium (And some of Amanda's other articles: Amanda Tattersall – Medium) The School of Life - YouTube Channel James and Ashley Stay at Home Podcast You Are Light by Aaron Becker Understanding Postpartum Psychosis: A Temporary Madness by Teresa M. Twomey Love & Autism by Kay Kerr I Overcame My Autism and All I Got Was This Lousy Anxiety Disorder: A Memoir by Sarah Kurchak paige layle - YouTube Channel Dani Donovan Better Late Than Never by Emma Mahony & Sari Solden A Radical Guide for Women with ADHD by Sari Solden & Michelle Frank   REPRESENTATIONS: Heartbreak High Helen Hoang (author)  'Peta Lyre's Rating Normal' by Anna Whateley  Everything's Gonna Be Okay (currently not streaming on iView) Hannah Gadsby Sex Education Fisk Julie and Julia Malcolm in the Middle 'Hal fixing a lightbulb' Modern Family 'Phil's ADHD' Bojack Horseman Maria Bamford: 'Old Baby', 'Lady Dynamite' Silver Linings Playbook Crazy Ex-Girlfriend Please Like Me Conversations with Friends by Sally Rooney (Book & TV Show) Taylor Tomlinson (comedian): 'Arm Floaties' Fantasia 'Flamingo Scene' 'To This Day' TED Talk by Shane Koyczan Kelly Clarkson's Spotify discography 360 feat Seth Sentry - 'Closer' 'Alone With You In The Ether' by Olivie Blake Silver Linings Playbook 'Bloodlines' series by Richelle Mead Modern Love series 1 episode 3 Tim Sharp and 'Laser Beak Man' Works of Kate DiCamillo Saint Maud The Babadook

    44 min

  8. 15/10/2024

    Side effects may include...

    DISCLAIMER:As always it's important to state that we at Differently Brained are not medical professionals, and this episode contains our personal testimonies of being on medication. Furthermore, we have always been staunchly in favour of treatment for mental illness. The experiences in this episode have been shared as a means of conversation, and not for the dissemination of advice or education._________________ Sometimes the best things in life come with terms and conditions. Jacinta and Lachlan chat about their own experiences of side effects of taking medication.And if you're reading this, don't forget to take your meds!

    19 min
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Differently Brained is an own voices podcast where each fortnight we interview a neurodiverse guest or a guest who has lived experience with mental health challenges. We talk to a diverse range of people with a focus on telling individual stories and championing the different ways we all exist in the world. We hope that these discussions will help to break down the stigmas and misconceptions around neurodivergence and mental health, and normalise these conversations in our community.

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  • Creator
    differentlybrainedpodcast
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    90
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Copyright 2023 All rights reserved.
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