Not Neurotypical Girls

Amanda Swartos and Niki Eldridge
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Two neurodivergent best friends, both diagnosed with ADHD in our 30s, navigating life, chaos, and late diagnosis. It's part comedy, part chaos, all real. ✨ We’re living in a neurotypical world… and we are not neurotypical girls. ✨

  1. Ariel from The Little Mermaid: Neurodivergence in the Media

    08/14/2025

    Ariel from The Little Mermaid: Neurodivergence in the Media

    In this week’s segment of Neurodivergence in Media, we are discussing Ariel from Disney’s The Little Mermaid Sources Anyone else feel like the little mermaid is an allegory for “high functioning” autism and choice conformity? Hey ASD Article My neurodivergent reading of "The Little Mermaid": Ariel is autistic, and Eric has ADHD - Salon.com Where to find us… Gaming Channel- Thanks for Lookin Follow us on ⁠⁠ YouTube⁠⁠,⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, @notneurotypicalgirls! Follow Niki on Instagram⁠ ⁠⁠@nikitabonana⁠⁠⁠ Follow Amanda on Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠@amandasvartaas⁠⁠⁠ Have a question? Want to tell us we suck? Send us an email at thendcpodcast@gmail.com! Disclaimer Don't listen to a word we say. We are not doctors, we don't even play one on TV. These are just our experiences and opinions. Opinions are like assholes; everybody has one. The topics discussed here are not meant to treat, diagnose, or cure medical conditions.

    51 min
  2. Is There a Link Between the Neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ Communities?

    08/07/2025

    Is There a Link Between the Neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ Communities?

    This week we are talking about the possible correlation between neurodivergence and the LGBTQIA+ community. Sources The Link Between Neurodivergence and the LGBTQ+ Population | Psychology Today LGBTQIA+ and neurodiversity: the links between neurodivergence and being LGBTQ+ Largest study to date confirms overlap between autism and gender diversity | The Transmitter Study Referenced Where to find us… Gaming Channel- Thanks for Lookin Follow us on ⁠⁠ YouTube⁠⁠,⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, @notneurotypicalgirls! Follow Niki on Instagram⁠ ⁠⁠@nikitabonana⁠⁠⁠ Follow Amanda on Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠@amandasvartaas⁠⁠⁠ Have a question? Want to tell us we suck? Send us an email at thendcpodcast@gmail.com! Disclaimer Don't listen to a word we say. We are not doctors, we don't even play one on TV. These are just our experiences and opinions. Opinions are like assholes; everybody has one. The topics discussed here are not meant to treat, diagnose, or cure medical conditions.

    44 min
  3. The One About Baldur's Gate 3

    08/04/2025

    The One About Baldur's Gate 3

    We needed a break and then a soft relaunch so here is a random chat about BG3. Where to find us… Gaming Channel- Thanks for Lookin Follow us on ⁠⁠ YouTube⁠⁠,⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, @notneurotypicalgirls! Follow Niki on Instagram⁠ ⁠⁠@nikitabonana⁠⁠⁠ Follow Amanda on Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠@amandasvartaas⁠⁠⁠ Have a question? Want to tell us we suck? Send us an email at thendcpodcast@gmail.com! Disclaimer Don't listen to a word we say. We are not doctors, we don't even play one on TV. These are just our experiences and opinions. Opinions are like assholes; everybody has one. The topics discussed here are not meant to treat, diagnose, or cure medical conditions.

    56 min
  4. Can a TikTok Crash Out Cost You Your Career?

    07/10/2025

    Can a TikTok Crash Out Cost You Your Career?

    In this episode, we dive into the viral story of Allison, a TikToker who exposed her toxic workplace online, only to lose her job and face harsh backlash. Claiming she was discriminated against due to her disability, Allison sparked a fierce debate about workplace rights, online advocacy, and professional boundaries. Things escalate when Bryan, a YouTuber and career coach, uses her videos as a cautionary tale, prompting Allison to accuse him of misogyny and call for the removal of his children in a heated response. Is this a case of justifiable outrage or a cautionary spiral of internet drama gone too far? Sources Check out CC Suarez and Sherrilyn Dale’s episode on their show, Here for the Clout! Allison’s TikTok Bryan’s Video Where to find us… Gaming Channel- Thanks for Lookin Follow us on ⁠⁠ YouTube⁠⁠,⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, @notneurotypicalgirls! Follow Niki on Instagram⁠ ⁠⁠@nikitabonana⁠⁠⁠ Follow Amanda on Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠@amandasvartaas⁠⁠⁠ Have a question? Want to tell us we suck? Send us an email at thendcpodcast@gmail.com! Disclaimer Don't listen to a word we say. We are not doctors, we don't even play one on TV. These are just our experiences and opinions. Opinions are like assholes everybody has one. The topics discussed here are not meant to treat, diagnose, or cure medical conditions.

    1h 46m
  5. Mr. Robot: A Neurodivergent Info Dump

    07/03/2025

    Mr. Robot: A Neurodivergent Info Dump

    Welcome to Amanda's ultimate neurodivergent info dump on Mr. Robot! 🖥️💣 In this episode, she channels all her hyperfixation energy into unraveling the genius, chaos, and layered storytelling of Mr. Robot. From Elliot Alderson’s unreliable narration to the show’s raw exploration of hacking culture, power structures, and societal collapse, we’re going all in. Whether you're a fellow fan, a curious first-timer, or just love hearing someone passionately overanalyze TV, this episode is for you. ⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of sensitive topics depicted in Mr. Robot, including violence, abuse, substance use, and themes of trauma. Listener discretion is advised. 🔧 Topics Include: Elliot, a protagonist with Dissociative Identity Disorder The show's approach to unreliable narration Breaking down the twists and hidden layers Why Mr. Robot hits differently for neurodivergent brains Get ready to dive headfirst into the digital rabbit hole — no fsociety membership required. Where to find us… Gaming Channel- Thanks for Lookin Follow us on ⁠⁠ YouTube⁠⁠,⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, @notneurotypicalgirls! Follow Niki on Instagram⁠ ⁠⁠@nikitabonana⁠⁠⁠ Follow Amanda on Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠@amandasvartaas⁠⁠⁠ Have a question? Want to tell us we suck? Send us an email at thendcpodcast@gmail.com! Disclaimer Don't listen to a word we say. We are not doctors, we don't even play one on TV. These are just our experiences and opinions. Opinions are like assholes everybody has one. The topics discussed here are not meant to treat, diagnose, or cure medical conditions.

    1h 30m
  6. Neurodivergence in the Media: Hiccup from How to Train Your Dragon

    06/26/2025

    Neurodivergence in the Media: Hiccup from How to Train Your Dragon

    Have you ever been accused of having the attention span of a sparrow? Ever felt like no matter how hard you try, you will never be like everyone else? Hiccup certainly has. This week in our Neurodiversity in the Media segment, we're breaking down the neurodivergent qualities we see in Hiccup from How to Train Your Dragon! Sources Where to find us… Gaming Channel- Thanks for Lookin Follow us on ⁠⁠ YouTube⁠⁠,⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, @thendcpodcast! Follow Niki on Instagram⁠ ⁠⁠@nikitabonana⁠⁠⁠ Follow Amanda on Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠@amandasvartaas⁠⁠⁠ Have a question? Want to tell us we suck? Send us an email at thendcpodcast@gmail.com! Disclaimer Don't listen to a word we say. We are not doctors, we don't even play one on TV. These are just our experiences and opinions. Opinions are like assholes everybody has one. The topics discussed here are not meant to treat, diagnose, or cure medical conditions.

    45 min
  7. Sleep

    06/19/2025

    Sleep

    Do you struggle with sleep? You are not alone! Up to 80% of people with intellectual disabilities have difficulty sleeping. We wanted to know why, so Niki did some digging and this is what we found out! Sources Sleep: What It Is, Why It’s Important, Stages, REM & NREM A literature review of sleep problems and neurodevelopment disorders - PMC Autism, ADHD, and Sleep: An Expert Guide on Neurodivergent Sleep Circadian Rhythm Where to find us… Gaming Channel- Thanks for Lookin Follow us on ⁠⁠ YouTube⁠⁠,⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, @thendcpodcast! Follow Niki on Instagram⁠ ⁠⁠@nikitabonana⁠⁠⁠ Follow Amanda on Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠@amandasvartaas⁠⁠⁠ Have a question? Want to tell us we suck? Send us an email at thendcpodcast@gmail.com! Disclaimer Don't listen to a word we say. We are not doctors, we don't even play one on TV. These are just our experiences and opinions. Opinions are like assholes everybody has one. The topics discussed here are not meant to treat, diagnose, or cure medical conditions.

    1h 10m
  8. Infantilizing Autism & Never Feeling Your Age

    05/29/2025

    Infantilizing Autism & Never Feeling Your Age

    Were you ever treated like a child well into adulthood simply because you're neurodivergent? Or maybe it was the opposite experience of always being told you were "mature" for your age. Either way we probably end up equally as frustrated in the end so let's talk about it. Where to find us… Follow us on ⁠⁠ YouTube⁠⁠,⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, @thendcpodcast! Follow Niki on Instagram⁠ ⁠⁠@nikitabonana⁠⁠⁠ Follow Amanda on Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠@amandasvartaas⁠⁠⁠ Have a question? Want to tell us we suck? Send us an email at thendcpodcast@gmail.com! Disclaimer Don't listen to a word we say. We are not doctors, we don't even play one on TV. These are just our experiences and opinions. Opinions are like assholes everybody has one. The topics discussed here are not meant to treat, diagnose, or cure medical conditions.

    45 min
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Two neurodivergent best friends, both diagnosed with ADHD in our 30s, navigating life, chaos, and late diagnosis. It's part comedy, part chaos, all real. ✨ We’re living in a neurotypical world… and we are not neurotypical girls. ✨

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  • Creator
    Amanda Swartos and Niki Eldridge
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    108
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Amanda Swartos and Niki Eldridge
  • Show Website
    Not Neurotypical Girls