ADHDville Podcast

Paul and Martin are riddled with Adult ADHD and they wanna share.
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Martin is a dry British guy with ADHD. Amy is a New Yorker who notices everything, and feels most of it a little too intensely. Together, they're trying to make sense of neurodivergence, human behavior, and whatever else sends them down a conversational rabbit hole that week. This isn't a self-help podcast. There's no formula, no life hacks, and definitely no one-size-fits-all advice. Think of us as two friends on a park bench, having honest, unfiltered conversations about the things that make them think: "Wait… is it just me, or did you notice that too?" From weird brain stuff, friendships and relationships to social anxiety, everyday frustrations, TV obsessions, and the unexpected challenges of navigating life with brains that experience the world differently, no topic is too serious, silly, or random. Expect personal stories. Expect tangents (because brain). And expect to leave feeling a little less alone in your own beautifully weird brain. Think of us as your park bench: a place to hang out, swap stories, laugh at the chaos, and know you're seen—even on the hard days. Disclaimer: We're not doctors or therapists. We're just two people comparing operating manuals for brains that didn't come with one.  For entertainment and connection only.

  1. 5d ago

    S2:Ep3 - Personal Space Invaders & Bathroom Etiquette: Am I Being Unreasonable?

    Ever had someone stand SO close to you in line that you can smell their lunch? Same. 😅 In this episode of ADHDville, Martin and Amy are diving into the invisible bubble we all carry around—and what happens when someone pops it. From the cinema creeper who sits right next to you in an empty theater (WHY?!) to the science behind why men can't pee next to each other, we're covering it all. Plus, Amy reveals her ultimate public bathroom survival strategy (spoiler: it involves a toilet paper nest), Martin explains the unwritten rules of urinal selection, and we play a round of "Am I Being Unreasonable?" about the simple act of saying thank you. Also: Deputy Mayor Alexandra gets a shoutout, Amy's mom drops some wisdom on TikTok, and we discuss why kids seem to need a bigger bubble than teenagers. Science!New episodes every Tuesday. 💛 👉 Subscribe, Like, Comment 📧 Reach us at adhdville@gmail.com  📲 Follow Amy on instagram: @AmyAliazzo

    S2:Ep3 - Personal Space Invaders & Bathroom Etiquette: Am I Being Unreasonable?

  2. Sep 15

    S2.Ep2 - Why Elizabeth Holmes' Stare Is So Uncomfortable (and Why We Can't Look Away)

    Ever had someone stare at you so intensely you forget your own name, your train of thought, and possibly how to breathe? Yeah. Same. 😅 In this episode of ADHDville, Martin and Amy dive into the deeply uncomfortable world of eye contact — why it's so hard for some of us, why it feels SO intense when someone won't look away, and what Elizabeth Holmes' infamous unblinking stare in that new Nathan Fielder documentary can teach us about all of it. Martin breaks down the actual science behind why eye contact can short-circuit your working memory (yes, really), why looking away doesn't mean you're not listening (it might mean you're listening better), and why being told "look at me when I talk to you" is basically a nightmare for a lot of neurodivergent folks. Also in this episode:- The Amazon driver cake pop drama that divided the internet- Amy's new obsession with her neighbor's Ring camera (and watching herself walk her dog)- A very relatable "Am I Being Unreasonable?" about a partner's porn habits Whether you're the type who stares deep into souls or the type who suddenly finds the wall fascinating, there's something in here for you. New episodes every Tuesday. 💛 👉 Got thoughts? Drop them in the comments — we read everything.📧 Reach us at adhdville@gmail.com📲 Follow Amy: @AmyAliazzo

    S2.Ep2 - Why Elizabeth Holmes' Stare Is So Uncomfortable (and Why We Can't Look Away)

  3. Sep 8

    S2. Ep 1 - Why Your First Kiss Is BURNT Into Your Brain.

    Welcome to Season 2 of ADHDville!   We are back and we are different. Same zig-zagging chaos, but now with a brand new co-host, Amy! In this premiere episode, we're diving headfirst into a memory that haunts (or delights) us all: the very first kiss.   Martin breaks down the science of why that awkward/amazing moment is seared into your memory, while Amy relives her own behind-the-school nostalgia (and a very different memory of a very different first kiss with her current BF).   But that's not all. We also unveil a brand new segment, "Am I Being Unreasonable?", where we tackle the big office controversy, is it rude to ignore a "good morning"? AND Martin shares the British culture shock of watching an American eat pizza with... their hands.   Join us for the laughs, the sensory overload, and the accidental etiquette lessons. Let us know: what was YOUR first kiss like? Are you a "knife and fork" pizza person? Sound off in the comments!   Like, subscribe, and hit the bell to join us in ADHDville every Tuesday!   Join the Conversation: 👉 Have a moral quandary for "Am I Being Unreasonable?"  Email us at adhdville@gmail.com   Support the Show:  👍 Like & Subscribe for more  🔔 Turn on Notifications to never miss an episode

    S2. Ep 1 - Why Your First Kiss Is BURNT Into Your Brain.

  4. Sep 1

    Paul's Last Ever: A Tearful (and Hilarious) Goodbye to ADHDville's Original Chaos

    And we're not crying, you're crying. Okay, we're definitely crying. 😭 After nearly three years of ADHD-fueled tangents, questionable sound effects, and Martin trying to pronounce Italian words, our beloved co-host Paul is hanging up his ADHDville microphone (for now). In this emotional rollercoaster of an episode, Martin and Paul reflect on: 🔥 144 episodes of pure, unfiltered neurodivergent chaos - From forgetting what we were talking about mid-sentence to somehow creating a podcast that actually helped people (who knew?!) 💼 The ADHD career struggle is REAL - Paul's diving into a new full-time teaching gig (with 3-hour online classes after because... bills). We talk about that brutal 70% compatibility rating with creative jobs, the burnout cycles, and why finding an "ADHD-friendly" job is often a luxury most of us can't afford. 🧠 AuDHD journeys - Paul's on the path to official autism diagnosis (because apparently collecting neurodivergent diagnoses is our hobby now), and we chat about what that means for ADHDville's future. (Spoiler: The podcast lives on!) 🕺 The ultimate dopamine hit vs. burnout rating - Paul gives the podcast experience a solid 10/10 for dopamine, and a surprisingly low 2.997/10 for burnout. That's... actually pretty good for us? WHAT'S NEXT?The ADHDville Podcast CONTINUES with Martin and Amy taking the reins for Season 2! Paul will be back as a guest (because you can't keep a good ADHDer down). If you've ever: Burned out from a job that "should" have been perfect Wondered if you're actually autistic too Started a project thinking "10 episodes max" and accidentally done 144 Considered making your career ADHD-compatible against all oddsThis one's for you. 💛 🔔 SUBSCRIBE for more neurodivergent chaos - Season 2 starts NOW with Martin and Amy! 🎧 LISTEN ON: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or wherever you get your audio dopamine hits. 📧 WRITE TO US: adhdville@gmail.com 📺 WATCH US: YouTube / TikTok #ADHD #AuDHD #Neurodivergent #ADHDpodcast #ADHDlife #ADHDawareness #AutismDiagnosis #ADHDburnout #ADHDcareer #LateDiagnosedADHD #ADHDtax #ActuallyAutistic #ADHDandAutism #ADHDcommunity #MentalHealthMatters #ADHDstruggles #DopamineDetectives #ADHDville P.S. We did the math: That's 144 episodes, approximately 172 hours of content, and roughly 1.4 million tangents about cheese. We regret nothing. 🧀✨

    Paul's Last Ever: A Tearful (and Hilarious) Goodbye to ADHDville's Original Chaos

  5. Aug 25

    Why Saying People's Names Feels SO Awkward (Alexinomia & ADHD)

    This week, it’s just Martin in the hot seat for the final episode of the Summer Series, and he’s asking a question that might hit a little too close to home: Why does saying someone’s name feel so damn awkward? You know the feeling. You’re talking to someone, you know exactly what their name is, but actually saying it out loud feels... intimate. Cringey. Wrong. Like you're crossing a line or creating a weird level of intimacy that wasn’t there before. You'd rather just say "hey" or "thanks" and move on. Well, it turns out there’s a name for that! It's called Alexinomia – the discomfort or difficulty using other people’s names in direct conversation. In this episode, Martin unpacks: Why saying someone's name can feel like a social landmine. How neurodivergence, social anxiety, and childhood experiences shape this. Why your brain treats names differently depending on who they belong to. The weird emotional baggage loaded into one tiny word.Is it easier to use a nickname? Do you only use names when you're angry? Has your own name been ruined by years of being shouted in trouble? Martin explores all of it. And here's a challenge for you: Pay attention this week. When you speak to someone directly, consciously use their name. Notice how it feels. Uncomfortable? Natural? Somewhere in between? Drop a comment and let us know! 💬 This week's question: Whose name do you find it hardest to say? And whose is the easiest? 🛑 Important Announcement: Next week is Paul's last episode. We're saying a bittersweet goodbye to one half of ADHDville after 140+ episodes. Please join us for the farewell chat – it's going to be a special one.--------------------------------------- Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West. Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

    Why Saying People's Names Feels SO Awkward (Alexinomia & ADHD)

  6. Aug 18

    Why Won't My Brain Shut Up? Imaginary Conversations and ADHD

    Ever find yourself replaying an argument that never happened, or rehearsing a conversation you'll never actually have? In this episode we dig into why our brains hijack us with these imaginary conversations — and why they can hit especially hard for people with ADHD. We cover the many shapes these mental loops take, how memory, emotion, and delayed processing intensify them, the role of rejection sensitivity and self-defense, when mental rehearsal tips over into too much, and practical ways to stop feeding dead conversations. ADHDville, the podcast where hosts Paul and Martin bring 40 years of friendship to your ears. As late-diagnosed adults, they explore the ADHD world with fun, games, and the occasional guest—no boring lectures, just a comfortable and hilarious conversation you’d have with old friends. A new episode drops every Tuesday to make your week brighter! --------------------------------------- Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West. Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

    Why Won't My Brain Shut Up? Imaginary Conversations and ADHD

  7. Aug 12

    ADHD Summer Special 5: Ancient Fires, Morning Brain Fog & Ted Lasso Detours

    Welcome back to ADHDville, the only place where distractions are landmarks and details are the main roads! It’s our Summer Special, and we’re kicking things off by cracking open the ADHDville Gazette for some seriously relatable chaos.   This week, your hosts Martin and Amy are diving into the archives to find the very first description of ADHD... from ancient Greece. We break down why this ancient (and hilariously inaccurate) theory might still resonate today.  Speaking of hyperfocus, we get real about the struggle: the kind of focus that means you’ll literally forget to eat lunch, pee, or answer a text until you’re about to pass out. It’s a superpower that comes with a side of protein bars eaten one-handed while hanging wallpaper.   We also tackle a big one: Why is it so damn hard to wake up in the morning? We dive into the new science of "sleep inertia" and discover that our brains just don’t have a reliable alarm clock. Spoiler: It’s not your fault you’re groggy—your brain's "master alarm" (the Locus Coeruleus, if you want to get fancy) just isn't cooperating.   Plus, a detour into Ted Lasso (because of course), a chat about the dangers of Googling your symptoms, and a surprising connection between temperature regulation and that groggy feeling.   So grab a coffee (or a gallon of water to cool that Hippocratic fire), and settle in. And as always, be kind to yourself.Find us on: 🎧 All fine podcast providers 📺 YouTube 📱 TikTok --------------------------------------- ADHDville, the podcast where hosts Paul and Martin bring 40 years of friendship to your ears. As late-diagnosed adults, they explore the ADHD world with fun, games, and the occasional guest—no boring lectures, just a comfortable and hilarious conversation you’d have with old friends. A new episode drops every Tuesday to make your week brighter! --------------------------------------- Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West. Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

    ADHD Summer Special 5: Ancient Fires, Morning Brain Fog & Ted Lasso Detours

  8. Aug 4

    ADHD Summer Special 4: Gas Stations, Horoscopes & HR Nightmares

    Welcome back to ADHDville! We’re deep into the Summer Specials, and Paul is still away on his vacation, don’t worry, we’re pretty sure he’ll be back in September, and we’re just hoping his Speedos stay at the beach. In this episode, Martin and the wonderful guest host Amy are back to read the headlines from the ADHDville Gazette. We’re diving into all the "fun" ways our brains work, starting with the classic ADHD tax on car ownership. Martin kicks things off by revealing his history of playing a dangerous game of "Chicken with the Gas Station" and his failed attempts at car maintenance, proving that if you can’t see the oil, does it even exist? Amy then shares her sensory nightmare at a water aerobics class that didn’t have any water, and how her body temperature regulation is a bit, well, broken. Of course, we have the official ADHDville Horoscopes to see what the stars have in store for our chaotic lives, and Amy brings up the inevitable doom of "Waiting Mode" when you have evening plans. We’ve also got some listener comments and a story from Amy's past that involves an HR department and a bathroom lock that will make you cringe. So, if you’ve ever run out of gas on purpose for the adrenaline rush, or if your entire day is ruined because you have a 7 PM dinner reservation, this is your episode. Let’s get into it!Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe! And if you're new here, welcome to ADHDville, where the distractions are landmarks and the details are on the main roads. Find us on: 🎧 All fine podcast providers  📺 YouTube  📱 TikTok   --------------------------------------- ADHDville, the podcast where hosts Paul and Martin bring 40 years of friendship to your ears. As late-diagnosed adults, they explore the ADHD world with fun, games, and the occasional guest—no boring lectures, just a comfortable and hilarious conversation you’d have with old friends. A new episode drops every Tuesday to make your week brighter! --------------------------------------- Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West. Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

    ADHD Summer Special 4: Gas Stations, Horoscopes & HR Nightmares
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Martin is a dry British guy with ADHD. Amy is a New Yorker who notices everything, and feels most of it a little too intensely. Together, they're trying to make sense of neurodivergence, human behavior, and whatever else sends them down a conversational rabbit hole that week. This isn't a self-help podcast. There's no formula, no life hacks, and definitely no one-size-fits-all advice. Think of us as two friends on a park bench, having honest, unfiltered conversations about the things that make them think: "Wait… is it just me, or did you notice that too?" From weird brain stuff, friendships and relationships to social anxiety, everyday frustrations, TV obsessions, and the unexpected challenges of navigating life with brains that experience the world differently, no topic is too serious, silly, or random. Expect personal stories. Expect tangents (because brain). And expect to leave feeling a little less alone in your own beautifully weird brain. Think of us as your park bench: a place to hang out, swap stories, laugh at the chaos, and know you're seen—even on the hard days. Disclaimer: We're not doctors or therapists. We're just two people comparing operating manuals for brains that didn't come with one.  For entertainment and connection only.

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  • Creator
    Paul and Martin are riddled with Adult ADHD and they wanna share.
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    155
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Martin West & Paul Thompson 2026
  • Show Website
    ADHDville Podcast

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