ADHD Babes: The Podcast

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Every two weeks, we'll invite you to a new episode hosted by members of ADHD babes. Join them to share in their experiences of living with ADHD as a black woman or non binary person. Listen while they interview special guests who will inspire them with knowledge and tools to help, both them and you, manage their ADHD. Walk with them in their journey of learning about our wonderful brains and all the things that come with living in a world where you have to manage multiple intersectionality's. ADHD babes is an open space for anyone who's looking for support with ADHD.

  1. FEB 11

    E49 - The Right Messenger

    Summary In this episode of ADHD Babes, hosts ChiChi and Charlene engage with guests Fallon and Ana to explore the multifaceted journey of understanding ADHD. They discuss the importance of the right messenger in recognizing ADHD, the cultural influences that shape perceptions, and the personal stories that spark awareness. The conversation highlights the significance of community support, the challenges of navigating stigmas, and the complexities surrounding medication. Through shared experiences, the guests emphasize empowerment and the need for disclaimers to foster understanding in social interactions. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the complexities of navigating ADHD and the impact of communication on relationships. They explore the concept of 'wrong messengers'—those who dismiss or misunderstand ADHD—and share personal experiences of feeling isolated or misunderstood. The discussion emphasizes the importance of empathy, understanding, and the responsibility of being the right messenger in conversations about mental health. They also highlight the significance of community support and the need for open dialogue to foster understanding and acceptance. Host Chichi Charlene Guests Ana Fallon Takeaways ADHD awareness often starts with the right messenger.Cultural influences can shape perceptions of ADHD.Personal experiences play a crucial role in understanding ADHD.Community support is vital for those on the ADHD journey.Stigmas around ADHD can hinder diagnosis and acceptance.Medication can be misunderstood and stigmatized.Empowerment comes from understanding one's neurodiversity.Disclaimers can help others understand ADHD behaviors.The journey to diagnosis can be complex and personal.Sharing experiences can foster connection and understanding. It's hard to reflect on negative messages from the past.Wrong messengers can distort the understanding of ADHD.Communication can lead to feelings of loneliness.Support from family and friends is crucial for navigating ADHD.Personal experiences shape our understanding of neurodiversity.Misunderstandings can lead to the loss of friendships.We all have the potential to be wrong messengers.Empathy and curiosity are essential in communication.Acknowledging our mistakes can lead to growth.Community support can help mitigate feelings of isolation. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to ADHD Babes Podcast 02:50 The Right Messenger in the ADHD Journey 05:23 Cultural Perspectives on ADHD 07:53 Personal Stories of Discovery 10:40 Navigating Diagnosis and Community Support 13:18 The Role of Culture in Understanding ADHD 15:50 Finding Empowerment in ADHD 18:44 The Importance of Disclaimers and Communication 21:22 Concluding Thoughts on ADHD and Community 31:02 The Impact of Misconceptions about ADHD 34:50 Navigating Wrong Messages and Stigma 39:11 Understanding the Role of Messengers 42:59 The Journey of Self-Discovery and Acceptance 45:42 Navigating ADHD Stigmas and Misunderstandings 47:38 The Emotional Toll of Misunderstanding ADHD 49:58 Personal Experiences with ADHD and Relationships 53:46 Reflections on Being the Wrong Messenger 58:05 Becoming the Right Messenger 01:01:16 Taking Responsibility and Moving Forward 01:05:44 Outro ⁠Donate to ADHD Babes CIC⁠ Credits Scripted by - Charlene Edited by - Fallon Music Written & Performed by VVN, Produced by SolomonsSoul, Mix & Master by ST4X. Voice over Shauna Campbell -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @Shaye_cam⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.adhdbabes.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube ⁠https://www.YouTube.com/adhdbabes⁠ Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and https://www.instagram.com/adhdbabes.pod/ Twitter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@adhdbabes⁠⁠ If you'd like to suggest a topic or be a guest on an episode, please email podcast@adhdbabes.com.

    1h 6m

  2. JAN 28

    E48 - Astrology

    Summary In this episode of ADHD Babes, host Amethyst is joined by guests Chichi, and Julez explore the fascinating intersection of astrology and ADHD. They discuss their personal birth charts, the significance of sun, moon, and rising signs, and how these elements relate to their identities and experiences with neurodiversity. The conversation delves into the colonial history of astrology, the importance of understanding different astrological frameworks, and how astrology can serve as a tool for self-understanding and personal growth. The hosts share insights on how location influences personal energy and the ways astrology encourages non-normative thinking about life and identity. Host Amethyst Guests Chichi Julez Takeaways Astrology can provide insights into personal identity and experiences.Understanding one's birth chart can enhance self-awareness.Astrology has a colonial history that influences its current practice.Different astrological signs may correlate with ADHD traits.Astrology can help in recognizing patterns in behavior and emotions.Location can significantly impact personal energy and well-being.Astrology encourages thinking outside of traditional frameworks.The sun, moon, and rising signs each play unique roles in personality.Astrology can be a tool for understanding neurodiversity.Exploring different astrological systems can broaden perspectives. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Astrology and Personal Charts 04:56 Understanding Birth Charts and Their Components 11:27 Exploring the Sun, Moon, and Rising Signs 17:49 The Colonial History of Astrology 23:17 Navigating the Complexity of Astrology 25:38 Exploring Personal Astrology Charts 28:41 Astrology Apps and Tools for Beginners 31:10 Astrology as a Guide for Life Decisions 35:20 Astrology and Non-Normative Thinking 37:11 Connecting Astrology with ADHD and Autism 46:16 Navigating Your Birth Chart for Insights 47:49 Outro ⁠Donate to ADHD Babes CIC⁠ Credits Scripted by - Amethyst Edited by - Niquelle Music Written & Performed by VVN, Produced by SolomonsSoul, Mix & Master by ST4X. Voice over Shauna Campbell -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @Shaye_cam⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.adhdbabes.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube ⁠https://www.YouTube.com/adhdbabes⁠ Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@adhdbabes⁠⁠ If you'd like to suggest a topic or be a guest on an episode, please email podcast@adhdbabes.com.

    48 min

  3. JAN 14

    E47 - Starting the New Year as an ADHDer

    Summary In this episode of ADHD Babes, the hosts Gladys and Julez are joinged by guests ChiChi and Niquelle to discuss the challenges of starting the new year as individuals with ADHD. They reflect on the pressure of resolutions, the importance of rest, and the need for self-compassion. The conversation emphasizes unique approaches to planning and the value of reframing goals as intentions rather than strict resolutions. The hosts share personal experiences and insights, encouraging listeners to embrace a softer start to the new year and prioritize their mental well-being. Host Gladys Julez Guests ChiChi Niquelle Takeaways Starting the year can be challenging for ADHD individuals.Resolutions often lead to pressure and burnout.Personal reflections on past resolutions reveal common struggles.Unique approaches to planning can alleviate stress.Rest is essential for mental well-being, not a luxury.Reframing goals as intentions can reduce pressure. Micro resolutions can be more effective than grand plans. The importance of self-compassion in goal setting. Understanding ADHD can help in forming better habits. Future aspirations should focus on personal growth and kindness. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to ADHD and New Year Challenges 02:45 Personal Reflections on Resolutions 05:30 Unique Approaches to New Year Planning 08:22 The Pressure of New Year Expectations 11:37 Understanding ADHD and Habit Formation 14:19 The Role of Rest and Self-Care 17:45 Reframing Goals and Resolutions 20:33 The Importance of Intentions Over Resolutions 23:26 Final Thoughts and Future Aspirations ⁠Donate to ADHD Babes CIC⁠ Credits Scripted by - Gladys Edited by - Azeezat Music Written & Performed by VVN, Produced by SolomonsSoul, Mix & Master by ST4X. Voice over Shauna Campbell -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @Shaye_cam⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.adhdbabes.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube ⁠https://www.YouTube.com/adhdbabes⁠ Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@adhdbabes⁠⁠ If you'd like to suggest a topic or be a guest on an episode, please email podcast@adhdbabes.com.

    1h 19m

  4. 12/31/2025

    E46 - ADHD Brains and Narcissists: What’s the Link?

    Summary In this episode of ADHD Babes, the hosts and guests explore the complex relationship between ADHD and narcissism. They discuss how ADHD traits such as empathy and impulsivity can make individuals more susceptible to narcissistic relationships. The conversation delves into the cycle of love-bombing and devaluation often experienced by those with ADHD, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness, setting boundaries, and trusting one's intuition. The episode concludes with key takeaways and resources for those navigating similar challenges. Host Ana Chichi Guests Gladys Fallon Niquelle Chapters 00:00 Introduction to ADHD and Narcissism 03:34 Understanding ADHD Traits and Vulnerabilities 08:58 The Cycle of Love-Bombing and Devaluation 15:26 Personal Experiences with Narcissistic Relationships 21:38 Recognizing Patterns and Breaking Free 28:09 Understanding Parental Expectations and Personal Growth 29:13 The Superpower of Multi-Talented Individuals 30:46 Navigating Relationships with Narcissistic Tendencies 32:53 The Importance of Awareness and Boundaries 35:11 Personal Experiences with ADHD and Narcissism 36:26 Understanding Attachment Styles in Relationships 39:07 Shifting Attachment Styles and Personal Growth 40:15 Listening to Intuition vs. Fear 43:23 The Power of Intuition in Decision Making 47:19 The Impact of Societal Conditioning on Intuition 47:46 Key Takeaways and Future Conversations 54:26 outro Takeaways ADHD brains are wired for intensity and empathy.Narcissists often exploit the vulnerabilities of ADHD individuals.Love-bombing can create a false sense of security in relationships.Emotional dysregulation can make gaslighting more impactful.Self-awareness is crucial in recognizing toxic patterns.Setting boundaries is essential for mental health.Trusting your intuition can help navigate relationships.Understanding attachment styles can inform relationship dynamics.Therapy and support groups can aid in recovery from narcissistic abuse.Awareness of narcissistic traits can prevent future toxic relationships. ⁠Donate to ADHD Babes CIC⁠ Credits Scripted by - Gladys Edited by - Azeezat Music Written & Performed by VVN, Produced by SolomonsSoul, Mix & Master by ST4X. Voice over Shauna Campbell -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @Shaye_cam⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.adhdbabes.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube ⁠https://www.YouTube.com/adhdbabes⁠ Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@adhdbabes⁠⁠ If you'd like to suggest a topic or be a guest on an episode, please email podcast@adhdbabes.com.

    55 min

  5. 12/17/2025

    E45 - Navigating the Intersection of ADHD and Trauma

    Summary In this episode of ADHD Babes, Tyler, Chi-Chi, and Joy delve into the complex relationship between ADHD and trauma. They explore how trauma can mimic ADHD symptoms and vice versa, leading to confusion in diagnosis and treatment. The conversation highlights personal experiences with trauma, the impact of ADHD on daily life, and the importance of community support. They discuss various healing practices, including journaling, therapy, and spirituality, emphasizing the need for self-compassion and understanding in navigating these challenges. The episode concludes with reflections on personal growth and the significance of connection in the healing journey. Host Tyler Guests Chichi Joy Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Trauma Series 08:02 Understanding ADHD and Trauma 18:02 Navigating the Intersection of Trauma and ADHD 21:55 Understanding Mental Health and Physical Health 23:14 ADHD and Trauma: Personal Experiences 27:57 The Impact of Trauma on Personal Growth 32:28 Trauma's Physical Manifestations 36:35 The Body Keeps the Score: Understanding Trauma 45:22 ADHD Traits and Their Impact on Relationships 54:53 Healing and Somatic Practices 55:45 Healing Through New Habits 57:32 The Role of Spirituality in Healing 01:00:18 Journaling as a Healing Tool 01:05:05 The Power of Intentional Good Deeds 01:05:37 Exploring Audio Journaling and Somatic Practices 01:10:20 Integrating Various Healing Practices 01:12:55 The Importance of Community in Healing 01:17:16 outro_24 Takeaways Trauma can often look like ADHD, and vice versa.ADHD can make individuals more vulnerable to trauma.Understanding the overlap between ADHD and trauma is crucial for healing.Community support is vital for those navigating ADHD and trauma.Healing practices can include journaling, therapy, and spirituality.Self-compassion is essential in the healing process.Everyone may exhibit ADHD traits, but not everyone has ADHD.The body retains trauma, impacting emotional and physical well-being.It's important to recognize and validate each other's experiences with trauma.Personal growth can stem from understanding and addressing trauma. ⁠Donate to ADHD Babes CIC⁠ Credits Scripted by - Julez Edited by - Tyler Music Written & Performed by VVN, Produced by SolomonsSoul, Mix & Master by ST4X. Voice over Shauna Campbell -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @Shaye_cam⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.adhdbabes.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube ⁠https://www.YouTube.com/adhdbabes⁠ Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@adhdbabes⁠⁠ If you'd like to suggest a topic or be a guest on an episode, please email podcast@adhdbabes.com.

    1h 18m

  6. 12/03/2025

    E44 - Meditation & ADHD

    Summary In this episode of ADHD Babes, hosts Ana Ramos and ChiChi Enu, along with guests Amethyst and Gladys, explore the intersection of meditation and ADHD. They discuss personal experiences with meditation, the challenges faced by individuals with ADHD, and the importance of finding a personal style that aligns with one's values. The conversation emphasizes the need for self-compassion and authenticity in meditation practices, highlighting that there is no one right way to meditate. The group shares insights on how meditation can help ground individuals and bring them to the present, while also addressing the benefits of movement-based practices and group meditation. In this conversation, the participants explore the challenges and benefits of meditation, particularly for individuals with ADHD and other neurodivergent conditions. They discuss personal experiences with meditation, the importance of self-compassion, and the need to find time for mindfulness practices amidst busy lives. The conversation also touches on the value of welcoming thoughts during meditation and the exploration of energy work as an alternative form of self-care. Ultimately, the participants emphasize the importance of being kind to oneself and finding what works best for each individual in their meditation journey. Hosts Ana & ChiChi Guests Amethyst Gladys Chapters 00:00 - Introduction to Meditation and ADHD 01:49 - Personal Experiences with Meditation 08:04 - Challenges of Meditation for ADHD 14:09 - Evolving Relationships with Meditation 20:20 - Authenticity in Meditation Practices 25:06 - Meditation and Self-Compassion 27:55 - Navigating Group Dynamics and Personal Challenges 29:50 - Finding Time for Meditation in a Busy Life 33:01 - Advice for Struggling Meditators 35:51 - Exploring Energy Work and Alternative Practices Takeaways Meditation is about training awareness, not turning off thoughts.Personal experiences with meditation vary widely among individuals.Challenges in meditation often stem from misconceptions about the practice.Finding a personal style of meditation is crucial for effectiveness.Group meditation can enhance focus and connection for those with ADHD.Movement-based practices can be beneficial for calming the mind.Meditation can help ground individuals and bring them to the present.Authenticity in meditation practices leads to deeper benefits.Self-compassion is essential in the meditation journey.There is no one right way to meditate; it's about what feels good. Meditation can be personalized to fit individual needs.Welcoming thoughts during meditation can reduce anxiety.Self-compassion is crucial for effective meditation.Finding time for meditation is a common struggle.Meditation can help manage ADHD symptoms.There is no one-size-fits-all approach to meditation.Experimenting with different practices is encouraged.Energy work can complement traditional meditation.Being kind to oneself is essential in the meditation journey.Seeking professional help is valid if struggling with meditation. ⁠Donate to ADHD Babes CIC⁠ Credits Scripted by - Birungi Kawooya Edited by - Selorm Music Written & Performed by VVN, Produced by SolomonsSoul, Mix & Master by ST4X. Voice over Shauna Campbell -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @Shaye_cam⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.adhdbabes.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube ⁠https://www.YouTube.com/adhdbabes⁠ Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@adhdbabes⁠⁠ If you'd like to suggest a topic or be a guest on an episode, please email podcast@adhdbabes.com.

    43 min

  7. 11/19/2025

    E43 - ADHD Tax pt.2

    Summary On today's episode of ADHD Babes: The Podcast, we finish off our discussion about ADHD tax. This time, we explore the the nuances of culture and family as well as tips and tricks we've learnt to help us to balance the impact. Host Ana & Julez Guests Charlene Tyler ⁠⁠Donate to ADHD Babes CIC⁠⁠ Credits Scripted by - Charlene Edited by - Azeezat Music Written & Performed by VVN, Produced by SolomonsSoul, Mix & Master by ST4X. Voice over Shauna Campbell -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @Shaye_cam⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.adhdbabes.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube ⁠⁠https://www.YouTube.com/adhdbabes⁠⁠ Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@adhdbabes⁠⁠⁠ If you'd like to suggest a topic or be a guest on an episode, please email podcast@adhdbabes.com.

    1h 1m

  8. 11/05/2025

    E42 - ADHD Tax pt.1

    Summary On today's episode of ADHD Babes: The Podcast, hosts Ana and Julez are joined by babes Charlene and Tyler to discuss ADHD Tax for 'Talk Money Week'. In part 1, they explore the science behind ADHD Tax, how it has affected them personally and how community support can help to reduce shame. Host Ana & Julez Guests Charlene Tyler ⁠Donate to ADHD Babes CIC⁠ Credits Scripted by - Charlene Edited by - Azeezat Music Written & Performed by VVN, Produced by SolomonsSoul, Mix & Master by ST4X. Voice over Shauna Campbell -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @Shaye_cam⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.adhdbabes.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube ⁠https://www.YouTube.com/adhdbabes⁠ Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@adhdbabes⁠⁠ If you'd like to suggest a topic or be a guest on an episode, please email podcast@adhdbabes.com.

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Every two weeks, we'll invite you to a new episode hosted by members of ADHD babes. Join them to share in their experiences of living with ADHD as a black woman or non binary person. Listen while they interview special guests who will inspire them with knowledge and tools to help, both them and you, manage their ADHD. Walk with them in their journey of learning about our wonderful brains and all the things that come with living in a world where you have to manage multiple intersectionality's. ADHD babes is an open space for anyone who's looking for support with ADHD.

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  • Creator
    ADHD BABES
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    51
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