ADHD Beyond The Label

Dr Phil Anderton and John Reynolds
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Is ADHD a roadblock to success, or could it be a hidden superpower in business and life?
 ADHD is often misunderstood, reduced to stereotypes of inattention and distraction. Yet, some of the world’s most successful business leaders and creatives have been diagnosed with the condition. In this insightful series, Dr. Phil Anderton and John Reynolds challenge common misconceptions, speaking with high achievers from business and media about their real-life experiences with ADHD.

  1. EVERYTHING IS IMPOSSIBLE UNTIL SOMEONE DOES IT | Hannah Lanel | ADHD Beyond the Label

    5D AGO

    EVERYTHING IS IMPOSSIBLE UNTIL SOMEONE DOES IT | Hannah Lanel | ADHD Beyond the Label

    "I was like, well, I'm going to show you. Prove them wrong." In this inspiring episode, entrepreneur Hannah Lanel joins Dr Phil Anderton and John Reynolds to share her story of self-esteem, determination, and overcoming doubt. From being told her dreams were impossible, to building a successful business against all odds - Hannah's journey is a powerful reminder that: "Everything's impossible until someone does it." This conversation explores the difference between self-confidence and self-esteem, the challenges young women face, and why no person with ADHD should ever feel shame for who they are.

    35 min
  2. HOW CAN YOU BE A DOCTOR AND HAVE ADHD? | Dr Sonia Ponzo | ADHD Beyond the Label

    OCT 4

    HOW CAN YOU BE A DOCTOR AND HAVE ADHD? | Dr Sonia Ponzo | ADHD Beyond the Label

    "How the hell can you be a doctor and have ADHD?" That's the question Sonia Ponzo, PhD - CEO & Founder at Outset Wellness - has faced time and time again. People assume ADHD means a poor academic career, a lack of focus, or limited success. But in reality? ADHD can look like hyperactivity, hyperstimulation, and the drive to keep your brain occupied with 50 things at once. In this conversation, we explore: - How movement and exercise fuel productivity and protect mental health - Why burnout became a turning point - The importance of creating value for yourself, your community, and those around you - Why ADHD doesn't define limits, it defines possibilities This week, Sonia sits down with Dr Phil Anderton and John Reynolds to share her raw journey of balancing science, success, and self-discovery, showing that ADHD and achievement can go hand in hand.

    34 min
  3. WHAT WOULD YOU DO IF YOU COULDN'T FAIL? | Paul Hughes | ADHD Beyond the Label

    SEP 27

    WHAT WOULD YOU DO IF YOU COULDN'T FAIL? | Paul Hughes | ADHD Beyond the Label

    This week on Beyond the Label we’re joined by Paul Hughes - former UK military special operator, forensic consultant, and TV personality who’s turned challenges like ADHD, dyslexia, and a speech impediment into his greatest strengths. Paul mastered Russian, Arabic, and Pashto, served across the Middle East, North Africa, and Afghanistan, and even worked with the United Nations in Iraq during Saddam Hussein’s era. You may also recognise him from Channel 4’s Hunted, where he featured as the “criminal mastermind.” Now a motivational speaker and forensic expert, Paul inspires others with a simple but powerful message for the next generation: “What would you do if you couldn’t fail? What could you achieve?” In this week’s episode of ADHD Beyond the Label, Paul joins Dr Phil Anderton and John Reynolds for an unmissable conversation about resilience, identity, and unlocking human potential.

    37 min
  4. ARE WE TALKING ADHD DOWN - OR BIGGING IT UP? | Claire Quigley Ward | ADHD Beyond the Label

    SEP 20

    ARE WE TALKING ADHD DOWN - OR BIGGING IT UP? | Claire Quigley Ward | ADHD Beyond the Label

    Are we talking ADHD down - or bigging it up? Our guest this week says: big it up.Before her own diagnosis, Claire - host of All Aboard ADHD - felt alone and "failing". Now she's built a 40k+ parent community and a message that's hard to ignore; support + challenge = resilience, and interest-led learning beats punishment.- Turning loneliness & shame into community- Interest as the ignition key for an ADHD brain- Protecting self-esteem at school (and at home)This conversation dives into parenting ADHD in the UK - practical strategies, why schools must change, and what happens when we meet kids where they are.In this week's episode of ADHD Beyond the Label, Claire joins Dr Phil Anderton and John Reynolds for an honest, empowering chat about raising differently wired kids - and building resilience for the long run.

    31 min
  5. ADHD IS EVERYWHERE IN THE ARTS | Darcus Beese OBE | ADHD Beyond the Label

    SEP 13

    ADHD IS EVERYWHERE IN THE ARTS | Darcus Beese OBE | ADHD Beyond the Label

    This week on Beyond the Label we're joined by Darcus Beese OBE - trailblazing music executive, former President of Island Records, and the force behind artists including Amy Winehouse, Jessie J, and The Killers. From growing up in 1970s West London to shaping global music culture, Darcus shares his late ADHD diagnosis, the pivotal role it played in his life, and the lessons he's carrying forward. Together we explore: Why ADHD in the arts is more common than you might thinkHow fight-or-flight instincts shaped his resilience and creativityThe highs and hardships of working with world-famous artistsWhy understanding mental health in the music industry is long overdue In this week's episode of ADHD Beyond the Label, Darcus joins Phil Anderton and John Reynolds for an inspiring, unfiltered conversation about creativity, survival, and redefining success.

    44 min
  6. I WAS ALWAYS SEEN AS BEING 'FINE' | Emma Walsh | ADHD Beyond the Label

    SEP 6

    I WAS ALWAYS SEEN AS BEING 'FINE' | Emma Walsh | ADHD Beyond the Label

    In this week's episode content creator, presenter and professional driver Emma Walsh opens up on her recent ADHD diagnosis. Explaining how finally having the confirmation has allowed her to piece together parts of her life that have previously left her feeling as though she was broken, or that there was something wrong with her. Born in Cape Town to famous parents, Emma was always active, whether that be dancing, singing or playing the piano. This helped in her formative years to distract from the symptoms of her ADHD, something she went on to find more difficult in next period of her life. Emma talks about building phenomenal resilience and how when working as part of a pop group, on a stage show or auditioning for a character role, rejection sensitivity played less of a part, but when she transitioned into presenting and content creation, the rejection she faced had a bigger impact on her as it felt personal. Join John Reynolds and Dr Phil Anderton to hear Emma's story in full where she talks about being misdiagnosed with anti-depressants, overthinking, perfectionism, frustration and much more.

    38 min
  7. ADHD, RESILIENCE AND THE HAPPY ME PROJECT | Holly Matthews | ADHD Beyond the Label

    AUG 30

    ADHD, RESILIENCE AND THE HAPPY ME PROJECT | Holly Matthews | ADHD Beyond the Label

    This week on Beyond the Label we're joined by Holly Matthews - actress, author, founder of The Happy Me Project, and someone who has turned unimaginable grief into a mission of hope, resilience, and authenticity. From navigating rejection in acting to processing the loss of her husband, Holly shares how creativity, self-development, and a late ADHD diagnosis have shaped her journey. Together we explore: Why creating (not consuming) can be a lifeline in tough timesHow masking shaped her early career - and what unmasking really looked likeThe reality of rejection sensitivity and emotional resilience with ADHDBuilding The Happy Me Project from the depths of grief into a movement helping thousands In this week's episode of ADHD Beyond the Label, Holly joins Phil Anderton and John Reynolds to share her raw, powerful, and full of positivity story. If you've ever felt "too much," struggled with self-belief, or searched for light in dark times - this conversation is for you.

    34 min
  8. Heston Blumenthal OBE | THE ART OF QUESTIONING EVERYTHING | ADHD Beyond the Label

    AUG 23

    Heston Blumenthal OBE | THE ART OF QUESTIONING EVERYTHING | ADHD Beyond the Label

    This week on Beyond the Label, we were joined by none other than Heston Blumenthal OBE - the world-renowned chef, innovator, and pioneer of multi-sensory gastronomy. Known for pushing the boundaries of food at his three Michelin-starred restaurant The Fat Duck, Heston has redefined how we experience flavour, memory, and emotion through food. But behind the culinary genius is also a story of neurodivergence. Diagnosed with ADHD in 2017, Heston opened up to us about how his busy mind, boundless creativity, and ability to "fall down rabbit holes" shaped his career and inspired some of his most daring dishes - from crab ice cream to The Sound of the Sea. We spoke about: The link between ADHD and creativity in the kitchenHis childhood school reports that simply read "can do better”How he translated French cookbooks as a teenager and discovered food science through curiosityWhy the way we perceive food can change the way it tastesHis openness about ADHD and bipolar diagnoses - and the importance of raising awareness to remove shame As Heston put it, the brain is "a very busy thing" - and learning about ADHD helped him understand not just his challenges, but also the unique strengths that fuelled his career. In this week's episode of ADHD Beyond the Label, Heston joins Phil Anderton and John Reynolds to share his journey, from misplaced dustpans in fridges to pioneering dishes that changed the way the world thinks about food.

    40 min
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Is ADHD a roadblock to success, or could it be a hidden superpower in business and life?
 ADHD is often misunderstood, reduced to stereotypes of inattention and distraction. Yet, some of the world’s most successful business leaders and creatives have been diagnosed with the condition. In this insightful series, Dr. Phil Anderton and John Reynolds challenge common misconceptions, speaking with high achievers from business and media about their real-life experiences with ADHD.

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  • Creator
    Dr Phil Anderton and John Reynolds
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    30
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Dr Phil Anderton and John Reynolds
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