Executive Function for All | A Podcast by Untapped Learning

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Struggling with organization, time management, or focus? Welcome to "Executive Function Skills for All," the podcast dedicated to helping you master executive function skills and achieve your goals. Whether you're a student aiming for better grades, an adult juggling life's demands, a teenager seeking improved focus, or a student-athlete balancing academics and sports, this podcast is for you. We explore practical strategies for improving planning, organization, time management, emotional regulation, and more. Dealing with ADHD, dyslexia, anxiety, autism spectrum challenges, or just want to improve without a formal diagnosis? Join us each week as we combine research insights with real-life examples to help you boost productivity, conquer procrastination, and establish strong habits and routines. Featuring expert interviews and inspiring stories, we're here to guide you on your journey to better executive function. Subscribe now and start unlocking your full potential!

  1. How to Advocate for Your Student’s Learning | Jessica Diamond

    3d ago

    How to Advocate for Your Student’s Learning | Jessica Diamond

    Advocating for students is already difficult for many parents, even more so when the student in question has ADHD, Dyslexia, or executive functioning struggles. However, there are processes to help not only advocate, but to keep a good relationship between parents and the students. In this podcast, Jessica Diamond, a professional Special Education Advocate, demonstrates an emphasis on the importance of advocacy. In the podcast, we explain how to properly advocate for your student at school using tools such as 504 plans, while also ensuring not to sacrifice that personal communication with your student. At Untapped Learning, we help middle school, high school, and college students build systems that create long-term independence and success. Want to learn more about how we help students build executive function skills? Subscribe to our YouTube channel and explore our 1-on-1 mentoring, workshops, and free resources at untappedlearning.com (http://untappedlearning.com). 📥 Free Downloads: https://untappedlearning.com/resource-type/downloads/ 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/untappedlearning Learn more: www.untappedlearning.com (http://www.untappedlearning.com) Learn more about Jessica Diamond here: (https://www.advocatingforsolutions.com) #ExecutiveFunction #ADHD #Neurodivergent #ExecutiveFunctionCoaching #504Plan #StudentSupport

    28 min
  2. Executive Function Coaches on ADHD, Homework Support & Student Accountability

    Jun 3 ·  Bonus

    Executive Function Coaches on ADHD, Homework Support & Student Accountability

    ADHD, executive function challenges, procrastination, missing assignments, and academic overwhelm can make school frustrating for both students and parents. In this conversation, Nathan sits down with Untapped Learning Homework Center Coordinator and executive function coach Devin Saunders to break down how our Homework Center helps neurodivergent students build accountability, organization, emotional regulation, and long-term academic confidence through mentorship and executive function coaching rather than traditional tutoring alone. Nathan and Devin discuss why intelligent students often struggle academically, how relationship-based coaching helps students stay engaged, what a Homework Center session actually looks like, how AI can be used responsibly to support learning, and how strong communication between coaches and families helps reduce stress at home. At Untapped Learning, we help middle school, high school, and college students build systems that create long-term independence and success. Want to learn more about how we help students build executive function skills? Subscribe to our YouTube channel and explore our 1-on-1 mentoring, workshops, and free resources at untappedlearning.com. 📥 Free Downloads: https://untappedlearning.com/resource-type/downloads/ 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/untappedlearning Learn more: www.untappedlearning.com #ExecutiveFunction #ADHD #Neurodivergent #ExecutiveFunctionCoaching #HomeworkHelp #StudentSupport

    19 min
  3. College Recruiting for Student Athletes with ADHD | Katie Anderson

    May 27

    College Recruiting for Student Athletes with ADHD | Katie Anderson

    In this episode, we sat down with Katie Anderson, a former Duke soccer player and college advisor who specializes in helping student athletes and families navigate both college admissions and athletic recruiting. Katie breaks down what parents need to understand before the process becomes stressful: why talent alone is not enough, how students can stay organized when communicating with coaches, what role parents should play without taking over, and why the right college fit matters more than chasing the biggest name. We also discuss how ADHD can impact recruiting, when and why disclosure may matter, and how families can help student athletes build the systems they will need long before they step on campus. If you are a parent of a high school athlete, this conversation is a practical guide to helping your student move through recruiting with more clarity, ownership, and confidence. Learn more about Katie’s work: https://www.thestudentathleteadvisors.com/ http://www.collegefitoc.com/about.html Want to learn more about how we help students build executive function skills? Subscribe to our YouTube channel and explore our 1-on-1 mentoring, workshops, and free resources at untappedlearning.com. 🌐 Website: https://untappedlearning.com 📥 Free Downloads: https://untappedlearning.com/resource-type/downloads/ 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/untappedlearning

    33 min
  4. Why High Achievers with ADHD Feel Like Imposters | Jen Zobel Bieber

    May 6

    Why High Achievers with ADHD Feel Like Imposters | Jen Zobel Bieber

    Jen Zobel Bieber is a certified ADHD coach at the Hallowell Center who specializes in helping high-achieving adults with ADHD better understand their brains, reduce shame, and build systems that actually work. Jen graduated as valedictorian from Columbia University, received her coaching certification from NYU, and has been featured in The New York Times, Forbes, The Financial Times, and The Today Show for her work helping individuals navigate ADHD, executive function challenges, and performance anxiety. In this episode, Brandon and Jen explore: • Why high achievers with ADHD often struggle with imposter syndrome • How hyperfocus can become both a strength and a liability• Why routines and habits are harder for ADHD brains to maintain • The connection between executive function, anxiety, and inconsistent performance • Practical ways to reduce overwhelm and create clarity that leads to action This conversation is packed with practical insight for students, parents, professionals, and anyone trying to better understand the ADHD brain. Learn more about Jen and the Hallowell Center: https://drhallowell.com/ Untapped Learning helps students build executive function skills like planning, organization, time management, and self-advocacy through personalized 1-on-1 mentoring and coaching. Want to learn more about how Untapped Learning helps students build executive function skills? 🌐 Website: https://untappedlearning.com/ 📥 FREE downloadable resources: https://untappedlearning.com/resource-type/downloads/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/untappedlearning This podcast is hosted by Brandon Slade, Founder of Untapped Learning.

    29 min
  5. Supporting Teens After Treatment | Dave Herz, Founder of Wonder

    May 1

    Supporting Teens After Treatment | Dave Herz, Founder of Wonder

    In this episode, we’re joined by Dave Herz, Founder of Wonder and a leader in young adult transition support with over 25 years of experience working with teens, young adults, and their families. Dave has been a pioneer in aftercare and wraparound support, founding one of the first non-residential programs for young adults returning home from treatment. His work has helped shape best practices in supporting families through some of the most challenging transitions. In this conversation, Dave shares how to help young adults rebuild confidence after setbacks, why relationships must come before strategy, and how small wins create the foundation for long-term independence. We also explore the role of executive function in recovery, the connection between ADHD and higher-risk behaviors, and what parents should look for as signs of real progress. This episode is especially valuable for parents, educators, and professionals supporting students navigating anxiety, executive function challenges, or the transition back from treatment. Learn more about Dave Herz's work at: https://www.teamwonder.org/dave-herz Want to learn more about how Untapped Learning helps students (and their families) build executive function skills? Explore our 1-on-1 mentoring, workshops, and free resources at 🌐 Website: https://untappedlearning.com 📥 Free Downloads: https://untappedlearning.com/resource-type/downloads/ 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/untappedlearning

    25 min
  6. Ryan Palm, Executive Director of Neurodiversity at Mercyhurst University

    Apr 22

    Ryan Palm, Executive Director of Neurodiversity at Mercyhurst University

    Ryan Palm, Executive Director of the Brad McGarry Center for Neurodiversity at Mercyhurst University, joins the podcast to break down what really happens to students when they transition from high school to college. Drawing from his work supporting neurodiverse students, Ryan explains why executive function challenges become more visible in college and why planning, organization, and follow-through often break down when structure disappears. This conversation highlights the gap between intelligence and execution, how colleges are adapting to support neurodiverse learners better, and what students and families need to understand before making the transition. If your student is heading to college or already struggling to keep up, this episode will give you a clearer lens on what is actually going on and how to better support it. Learn more about Ryan’s work and the Brad McGarry Center for Neurodiversity: https://www.mercyhurst.edu/student-services/center-neurodiversityNeurodiversity https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/neurodiversity-and-higher-education/id1846224970 FREE downloadable resources: https://untappedlearning.com/resource-type/downloads/ If you or your student are interested in learning more about what Untapped Learning has to offer, visit us at: Website: https://untappedlearning.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/untappedlearning YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@untappedlearning

    33 min
  7. Why ADHD, Anxiety & Autism Get Misdiagnosed | Dr. Jennifer Paz Ryan

    Apr 15

    Why ADHD, Anxiety & Autism Get Misdiagnosed | Dr. Jennifer Paz Ryan

    Dr. Jennifer Paz Ryan is a licensed clinical psychologist and co-founder of Elevated Insights Assessment, specializing in complex learning profiles and co-occurring conditions across the lifespan. In this episode, we dive into what happens when challenges like ADHD, anxiety, autism, and learning disabilities show up together and how often they mask one another. Dr. Paz Ryan breaks down why many students are misunderstood, misdiagnosed, or only partially supported, and how comprehensive, culturally responsive evaluations can completely change the trajectory for both students and families. We also explore what “co-occurring conditions” actually mean, why getting the full picture matters more than any single diagnosis, and how parents can better understand what’s really going on beneath the surface. If you’ve ever felt like your child doesn’t fit neatly into one box or that something is being missed, this conversation will give you clarity, language, and direction. Learn more about Dr. Jennifer Paz Ryan and her work: https://elevatedinsights.org FREE downloadable resources: https://untappedlearning.com/resource-type/downloads/ If you or your student are interested in learning more about what Untapped Learning has to offer, visit us at: Website: https://untappedlearning.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/untappedlearning YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@untappedlearning

    28 min
  8. How to Prepare Your Student for College Success | Laura Barr

    Apr 8

    How to Prepare Your Student for College Success | Laura Barr

    Laura Barr is a high-level college consultant and the Founder and CEO of Emerging Consulting, where she helps students and families navigate the college process with clarity, strategy, and purpose. With a background in student-centered coaching, Laura brings a unique perspective to college planning. Her work is grounded in a simple yet powerful mission: to help raise and launch good humans through the power of education. In this episode, Laura breaks down how the college application process is about much more than getting accepted. It is one of the first real-world opportunities students have to develop executive function skills like planning, time management, organization, and self-advocacy. We cover: 🗓️Why the college process should be treated like a long-term project, not a last-minute task 👪How parents can support without overstepping, and when to step back 🎓What students with ADHD and executive function challenges need to succeed in college 🏫How to build independence before stepping onto campus 📃What actually matters when choosing the right college If you are a parent of a high school student or a student preparing for college, this episode will give you a clearer framework for approaching the process in a way that builds real-life skills, not just outcomes. Learn more about Laura Barr and her work: emergingconsulting.com/ laurabarr@emergingconsulting.com

    30 min
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Struggling with organization, time management, or focus? Welcome to "Executive Function Skills for All," the podcast dedicated to helping you master executive function skills and achieve your goals. Whether you're a student aiming for better grades, an adult juggling life's demands, a teenager seeking improved focus, or a student-athlete balancing academics and sports, this podcast is for you. We explore practical strategies for improving planning, organization, time management, emotional regulation, and more. Dealing with ADHD, dyslexia, anxiety, autism spectrum challenges, or just want to improve without a formal diagnosis? Join us each week as we combine research insights with real-life examples to help you boost productivity, conquer procrastination, and establish strong habits and routines. Featuring expert interviews and inspiring stories, we're here to guide you on your journey to better executive function. Subscribe now and start unlocking your full potential!

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