Mind Threads

Antje Derks
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Our mission is clear. We want to foster awareness, understanding and inclusivity in the workplace for those with autism, ADHD, OCD, dyslexia, dyscalculia, and more. But it's not just about the workplace. It's about showing youngsters that a diagnosis doesn't need to define them. 

Episodes

  1. 21 FEB

    Jonathon Ross-McNairn

    In this episode of Mind Threads, Antje talks to Jonathon Ross-McNairn. Jonathon is the force Lead Chaplain for Devon & Cornwall Police and also a PT and Fitness Instructor. He has a professional background as a qualified teacher but first trained for the legal profession qualifying as a solicitor in 1998. He practiced commercial property law for 10 years in London and alongside that joined the TA, initially as an infantry soldier and then as a commissioned officer having passed out of The Royal Military Academy, Sandhurst in 2002.  Jonathon is an experienced and skilled communicator particularly in public speaking and writing (he is a published author - 'Being a Curate' SPCK, 2014) and offers a wealth of leadership experience and organisational insight.   Since being diagnosed with ADHD in 2022 at the age of 49, he is beginning to realise and embrace the positives such as his ability to think strategically and creatively but also manage his limitations such as impulsivity and dysphoria. His journey towards greater personal integration and wellness is ongoing and is reflected in and through his current work as a police chaplain and fitness trainer.  Jonathon is married to Emma and they have 4 sons which makes life interesting, fun and challenging. They also have a dog called Louie, just to make life that little bit more busy! To connect, you can find Jonathon on Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathon-ross-mcnairn-88a13583?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=android_app  If you want to chat about all things fitness, wellbeing and nutrition contact Jonathon on: https://www.facebook.com/teignwellness https://ko-fi.com/mindthreadspod

    46 min

  2. 22/11/2024

    Mind Threads S02 Ep05 Jodie Hill

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    56 min

  3. 04/10/2024

    Mind Threads S02 Ep04 Bill Ragg

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    44 min

  4. 27/09/2024

    Mind Threads S02 Ep 03 Daley Jones

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    41 min

  5. 13/09/2024

    Mind Threads S02 Ep 02 Charlie Hart AKA Ausome Charlie

    TRIGGER WARNING: This podcast contains discussions and references to suicide, which some listeners may find distressing. Please prioritize your well-being and consider whether this content is appropriate for you. If you or someone you know is struggling, support is available. Visit Samaritans here: Samaritans | Every life lost to suicide is a tragedy | Here to listen In this episode (Ep. 2, Season 2), Antje Derks talks to Charlie Hart (she/they) aka Awesome Charlie. Charlie is an experienced, CIPD-qualified HR Analyst. She was eventually diagnosed autistic at the age of 42, after struggling for decades without understanding why and without knowing how to advocate for her needs. Since then she has been diagnosed with Complex PTSD and ADHD, and is now thriving! Charlie founded Ausome Charlie Ltd as a solopreneur, with the help of her rock star husband, Shiny Si, and their ausome teenagers, Zee and Jay. Ausome Charlie Ltd is named after the Twitter account @AusomeCharlie which Charlie started in June 2018 when she first discovered Actually Autistic Twitter and the Neurodiversity Movement. Charlie started the Ausome Charlie Facebook page in 2019, and her online neurodiversity advocacy grew from there. On LinkedIn, she has influence with an impressive network of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion (EDI) and HR leaders. What is Neurodiversity? https://youtu.be/bRp02u_Jm8A?si=r98wMUp4dpWPkmgc During Autism Acceptance Month, April 2019, Charlie started delivering presentations and speeches about autism and neurodiversity inclusion in the workplace. This started as her side quest, but since leaving her HR Analyst role in June 2023 she has established a reputation as a popular and engaging keynote speaker. She is accredited as a Professional Member of the Professional Speaking Association (MPSA). Charlie is bisexual and gender non-conforming. The LGBTQIA+ community is just as important to her as the neurodivergent community, and there is a significant correlation. Our family promote love, compassion and support for all young people on the ‘double rainbow’ intersection of autism and LGBTQIA+ in memory of Iggy, who tragically ended his life aged 15 after being tormented for being weird and gay, and to help make this world a better place for Zee and Jay. Feel free to reach out to Charlie: Charlie@AusomeCharlie.co.uk www.AusomeCharlie.co.uk Social Media Links – Ausome Charlie Huge thanks to Matt Houlihan who produces Mind Threads and Big Top Multimedia who facilitate the broadcast. If you would like to be considered for the podcast, message Antje on LinkedIn: (5) Antje Derks | LinkedIn https://ko-fi.com/mindthreadspod

    51 min

  6. 06/09/2024

    Mind Threads S02 Ep 01 Sarah Templeton

    Welcome to Season 2 of Mind Threads. In this episode, Antje Derks talks to Sarah Templeton -  a recognised and passionate specialist in neurodiversity and a vocal advocate for mandatory ADHD screening in the criminal justice system and schools. Sarah runs the charity ADHD LIBERTY -  the first of its kind in the world to initiate screening for ADHD in police stations. Sarah also runs the biggest team of ADHD-diagnosed counsellors in the UK - HEADSTUFF ADHD THERAPY. She has also authored three best-selling books on parenting and teaching ADHD children  ~ ‘HOW NOT TO MURDER YOUR ADHD KID’ amazon.co.uk/How-Not-Murder-Your-ADHD/dp/B09RX2VBKR/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=ZqJGN&content-id=amzn1.sym.b8016711-8133-478a-b1e7-641503b29ea2&pf_rd_p=b8016711-8133-478a-b1e7-641503b29ea2&pf_rd_r=259-0612091-3498124&pd_rd_wg=EsEbU&pd_rd_r=adb2ddef-4d1a-47e0-8292-7195bde760b6&ref_=aufs_ap_sc_dsk ‘HOW NOT TO DAMAGE YOUR ADHD ADOLESCENT’ amazon.co.uk/dp/1739958837/ref=cm_sw_r_apin_dp_AT1F1VC7PFCG2CNEMYN8 ‘TEACHERS! HOW NOT TO KILL THE SPIRIT IN ADHD KIDS’ amazon.co.uk/dp/1739958829/ref=cm_sw_r_apin_dp_D8GRCZSDQRTHHY22F5K5 Sarah is a frequent Keynote Speaker, Expert Court Witness and media expert on neurodiversity issues - specifically ADHD and all the comorbidities ie dyslexia, dyspraxia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia and the physical coexisting conditions. Sarah works closely with the numerous police forces, prisons, probations, youth offending services, homeless and addiction services where ADHD is at its most prevalent. A simple screener can transform somebody’s life and it doesn’t cost anything. Sarah has seen first-hand how screening for ADHD reduces reoffending, reduces suicides in prison, reduces self-harm in prison and is transformational for children finding out why they struggle in school. If you'd like to get in touch with Sarah, you can do so here: (1) Sarah Templeton | LinkedIn Special thanks go to Matt Houlihan who produces the podcast and Big Top Multimedia who help facilitate the production and design of the episodes. To contact Matt or Big Top, click here: https://bigtopmultimedia.com/ I you would like to be considered as a guest, contact Antje here: (1) Antje Derks | LinkedIn Lastly, please help spread the word by leaving a review or buying us a ko-fi :) https://ko-fi.com/mindthreadspod

    43 min

  7. 15/04/2024

    Mind Threads S01 Ep06 Sarah Marshall-Maun

    In this episode, Antje Derks talks to Sarah Marshall-Maun, a fellow teacher who lives in Antje's home town of Teignmouth in Devon. Sarah has been diagnosed with ADHD and is waiting for her autism diagnosis. Her daughter is autistic too. After working in both state and private sector education, Sarah founded Teign Tuition, where she  teaches KS2. She has, over the years,  gained extensive experience and training in teaching children with a variety of learning needs, including ADHD, ASD, dyslexia, dyscalculia, hearing impairment, visual impairment and processing disorders. Sarah talks about the diagnosis process both she and her daughter went through and how she approaches educating neurodivergent students in her Harry Potter themed classroom. If you'd like to get in touch with Sarah, her links are below. https://www.facebook.com/teigntutoring www.teigntutoring.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-m-692479116/ If you'd like to get in touch with Antje, please message her here: (6) Antje Derks | LinkedIn If you'd like to get hold of Matt or any of the fabulous creatives and producers at Big Top Multimedia, you can do so here:  Big Top Multimedia | Contact https://ko-fi.com/mindthreadspod

    45 min

  8. 07/04/2024

    Mind Threads S01 Ep05 Clare Sach

    In this episode, Antje talks to Clare Sach.  Despite her youth, Clare is an inspiring woman who oozes creativity and style. Her ADHD allows her to use her 'think-outside-the-box' mindset, bringing something very unique to projects. Her strengths span creative, editorial, and copywriting realms, encompassing research, idea generation, creative strategy and brand awareness. As a newly diagnosed young neurodivergent woman, Clare is still exploring what it means to have ADHD and what that means for her and her life, while championing the potential and possibilities that being neurodivergent brings with it. Clare says of herself " I've left my mark on global projects, collaborating with Netflix, where storytelling is my secret weapon". If you'd like to contact Clare, you can do so here: (3) Clare Sach | LinkedIn If you'd like to get in touch with Antje, you can do that here: (6) Antje Derks | LinkedIn If you would like to get in touch with Matt or anyone at Big Top Multimedia Ltd, you can do that here: Big Top Multimedia | Contact If you'd like to buy us a Ko-Fi, we'd be eternally grateful - https://ko-fi.com/mindthreadspod https://ko-fi.com/mindthreadspod https://ko-fi.com/mindthreadspod

    41 min

  9. 23/03/2024

    Mind Threads S01 Ep04 Matt Gupwell

    Welcome to episode 4 of Mind Threads. On today's show, Antje is joined by Matt Gupwell.  Matt is different. He is a unique voice as a neurodiversity professional which is why he's so sought after as a speaker and a consultant. Matt Gupwell founded ThinkNeurodiversity consultancy. He is a globally respected neurodiversity professional who has worked with organisations across the world to promote neuroinclusive business practices. With years of experience and a proven track record, Matt is the go-to consultant for organizations looking to reshape their workplace culture. If you'd like to find out more about Matt, you can contact him here:  ThinkNeurodiversity.com | neurodiversity training Or via LinkedIn here: (1) Matt Gupwell | LinkedIn Matt has his own podcast - Think ADHD, which you can find here: https://shows.acast.com/6546d4108ceeda0012841798/65fddc308d6ad800166583fc If you'd like to contact Antje or would like to be considered as a guest, you can do that here: (8) Antje Derks | LinkedIn If you'd like to get hold of Matt (producer), you can do that here: Big Top Multimedia | Contact Lastly, if you like what you're hearing, please like, share and leave us a review/rating and consider buying us a Ko-fi. (Link below). https://ko-fi.com/mindthreadspod

    57 min

  10. 18/03/2024

    Mind Threads S01 Ep03 Abigail Foster

    In this week's episode of Mind Threads, Antje talks to Abigail Foster.  Abi is from Croydon, London, and is an ACA  qualified Chartered Accountant, and the founder of Elent financial education. Abi teaches financial education in schools, workplaces and on social media with a huge following on Instagram. Elent’s mission is to eradicate inequality gaps by teaching financial education to those in need. Furthermore, Abi has dyslexia. Find out what she has done to embrace her neurodiversity, how it has taught her resilience and how she has become a successful business woman. If you'd like to find out more about Abi, you can follow her here: Linked in - https://www.linkedin.com/in/abigail-elent-finance-education/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/elent_finance/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@elent_finance X - https://twitter.com/elent_finance If you'd like to get in touch with Antje, you can contact her via LinkedIn: Antje Derks | LinkedIn If you'd like to contact Matt, you can do so via Big Top Multimedia here: Big Top Multimedia | Contact And lastly, if you'd like to buy us a Kofi, you can do that here: https://ko-fi.com/mindthreadspod

    37 min

  11. 11/03/2024

    Mind Threads S01 Ep02 Fliss Trew

    In this episode, Antje talks to Fliss Trew.  After spending 15 years immersed in the world of media brands, such as Elle, Marie Claire, and InStyle, Fliss experienced a compelling pull towards a realm defined by profound connections, self-expression, and liberation.  Fliss has been diagnosed with ADHD and is awaiting an autism assessment.  As a neurodivergent woman, she consistently navigated life through emotions, ideas, and sensory experiences, considering alignment with these aspects as integral to her existence. Fliss attributes her past accomplishments to a profound love and comprehension of human emotions. On the flip side, any setbacks she encountered can be traced back to moments where she veered away from - or neglected - these core values. In her current pursuits, Fliss has transitioned into the roles of a yoga teacher, mentor, and breath coach. She imparts her expertise in corporate, educational, and private settings, conducting group workshops and personalised one-to-one sessions. Fliss holds accreditations from Yoga Alliance, Children's Yoga Tree (with Advanced DBS clearance), and is a qualified HeartMath coach. If you'd like to contact Fliss, you can do so here: (6) Fliss Trew | LinkedIn If you'd like to get in touch with Antje, you can do that here: (6) Antje Derks | LinkedIn If you would like to get in touch with Matt or anyone at Big Top Multimedia Ltd, you can do that here: Big Top Multimedia | Contact If you'd like to buy us a Ko-Fi, we'd be eternally grateful - https://ko-fi.com/mindthreadspod https://ko-fi.com/mindthreadspod

    44 min

  12. 01/03/2024

    Mind Threads S01 E01 Suzanne Edmond

    This episode's guest is Suzanne Edmond. With two decades in diverse communications roles advising, leaders on controversial issues, Suzanne discovered her dyslexic perspective fuelled her creative approach. Founding Moxy Communications, she aims to unleash the untapped potential of dyslexic thinking for innovative solutions, challenging conventional communication norms and empowering individuals to showcase their unique moxy. If you would like to get in touch with Suzanne, you can do so here: Suzanne Edmond | LinkedIn And if you'd like to find out more about Moxy Communications, head to the website here: Home - Moxy Communications If you would like to appear on an episode of Mind Threads, please contact Antje Derks here: Antje Derks | LinkedIn If you would like to find out more about Big Top Multimedia, you can visit their website here: Big Top Multimedia | Award winning design, web & mobile solutions https://ko-fi.com/mindthreadspod

    38 min
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Our mission is clear. We want to foster awareness, understanding and inclusivity in the workplace for those with autism, ADHD, OCD, dyslexia, dyscalculia, and more. But it's not just about the workplace. It's about showing youngsters that a diagnosis doesn't need to define them. 

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  • Creator
    Antje Derks
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    12
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2025 Mind Threads
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