The Chase Squirrelson Show

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I started this podcast for people with ADHD, because I kept noticing how many important conversations never really happen—or too quietly, in moments we don’t always know how to explain. The questions we sit with. The thoughts we don’t say aloud. The experiences that change us, even when we don’t fully understand them yet. This podcast is a space for those moments. Each episode, I reflect on real experiences, ideas, and themes that shape how we think, grow, and move through the world. Sometimes it’s personal. Sometimes it’s exploratory. But it’s always honest. I’m not here to give answers, rather, I am here to ask questions and share perspectives that might help things feel a little clearer. If you’re someone whose life is an unfinished chapter, figuring things out as you go, or just craving conversations that feel real and unfiltered, this podcast is for you. My hope is that you’ll hear something that resonates, something that makes you pause, or something that reminds you you’re not alone in what you’re thinking. That is the purpose of this podcast—to create space for reflection, connection, and growth, one conversation at a time.

  1. 1d ago

    Chase Squirrelson, Organization - The Big Lie

    Ever buy the perfect planner, create a color-coded system, and promise that this time organization is finally going to stick—only to abandon it a few weeks later? For people with ADHD, staying organized can feel like an endless cycle of good intentions, fresh starts, and frustrating setbacks. In this episode of the Chase Squirrelson Podcast, Chase explores why organization is such a challenge for ADHD brains and why so many traditional organizing methods fail to deliver lasting results. Joining the conversation is ADHD coach Bronwyn Foley, who shares practical insights into the relationship between executive function, habits, and organization. Together, they discuss the emotional side of clutter, the role of dopamine in maintaining systems, and how shame often gets in the way of progress. Bronwyn also offers simple, realistic strategies that can help people with ADHD build organizing systems that actually work. Whether listeners struggle with clutter, unfinished planners, missed deadlines, or simply keeping life on track, this episode offers practical advice, relatable stories, and a fresh perspective on organization through the ADHD lens.     (:38) Chase invites listeners to reach out and let him know how this podcast has helped their lives. (1:20) Why does prepping for this podcast sometimes feel impossible? (2:27) What’s “The Museum of Good Intentions”? (2:42) Chase’s Guidelines…The “Right” organizer, The organizer that needs its own organizer, The false hope phase, The micro-organizer meltdown, the Dopamine magnet organizer, the I’ll design my own system delusion, the portable organizer paradox, the emotional support pile, the existential crisis organizer, and what’s the “best” organizer? (8:32) What organization requires that the ADHD brain struggles with. Future thinking, delayed reward and boring repetition. And, why organization feels threatening.  (10:35) Here’s Chase’s ADHD coach Bronwyn Foley! She explains the qualifications to be a coach and what to look for in choosing a coach. (12:36) What are the major miscomputations about organization for people with ADHD? (16:23) What about ADHD test taking? What ideas can help to prepare? (19:48) What one organizing habit it the most important to fix? (21:31) Why do organizing systems only work for a few weeks? Remember urgency, purpose, interest, competition and novelty. (23:33) How simple does an organizing system have to be for the ADHD brain? (25:03) What’s the role of emotion and shame in staying organized? (29:32) What’s the one organizing rule Bronwyn wishes ADHD folks would adopt right now?! (31:32) Want to contact Bronwyn? Bronwyn@bronwynfoley.com (32:06) What’s the Shame Spiral? Chase explains… (33:10) Meet Solomon, Marcus and Ziggy…the organization triangle Follow and Rate this podcast! Provide feedback to Chase at info@chasesquirrelson.com Be sure to like, review and rate this episode on your favorite platform. Provide feedback, ask a question or recommend a guest directly to Chase at info@chasesquirrelson.com

    37 min

  2. May 28

    Episode 14 - Chase Squirrelson- Why ADHD Loves Online Shopping

    Why does a quick Amazon search somehow turn into three hours, twelve tabs, and a package you forgot you ordered? This week on The Chase Squirrelson Show, Chase dives headfirst into impulse buying, dopamine chasing, and the ADHD brain’s complicated relationship with online shopping. From emotional spending and hyperfocus research spirals to practical ways to slow down and rethink purchases, this episode is packed with relatable moments and honest conversation. If you’ve ever convinced yourself you needed something at 1:00 in the morning…this one’s for you. (:40) What is Chase’s motivation for doing this podcast? (1:44) Let’s talk about impulse buying (2:50) Why is Amazon dangerous for the ADHD brain? (5:14) What does Amazon give to the ADHD brain? (5:45) What are the three ADHD Amazon Moments? Blackout buyer, research monk and dopamine browser. (7:45) Chase’s ADHD friendly Amazon buying rules. 1) Browsing does not equal buying, 2) Save in the cart first …buy later, 3) Law of Lists, 4)Haul one in – take one out, 5) Budget the dopamine. (10:00) The Amazon Guardrail Checklist. Before shopping ask these three questions – 1) Do I need something, 2)Is it on the list that was prepared, 3) Are you tired, stresses hungry or bored. (11:09) Meet Dr. Max AddACart (11:45) How did Dr. Max identify what was going on with him and ADHD? (12:49) What did Dr. Max recently buy on impulse? (13:52) Does he rationalize his purchases? (14:20) What about future need rationalization? (15:11) Is his credit rating a result of his buying? (16:16) How did his childhood affect his buying habits? (17:32) What were his first words? (18:09) Hear examples of what he buys (20:18) Food buying and expiration dates! (21:55) Advice from Dr. Max (22:35) How does this affect Chase? Hear about his triangle of three brain modes – Solomon, Ziggy and Marcus. (26:22) A reminder of how the ADHD brain thinks…and Amazon! (27:25) Some words of wisdom from Chase to help regulate Amazon shopping. (28:45) Take the Amazon ADHD Diagnostic quiz! (31:29) What’s the one thing that Amazon is really go at?! (32:50) An important point…and how to recognize and manage what’s going on when on Amazon. Follow and Rate this podcast! Provide feedback to Chase at info@chasesquirrelson.com   Be sure to like, review and rate this episode on your favorite platform. Provide feedback, ask a question or recommend a guest directly to Chase at info@chasesquirrelson.com

    35 min

  3. May 21

    Episode 13 - Chase Squirrelson- Chase Squirrelson’s Football Brain… Football Season Is ADHD Season

    Football isn’t just a game for Chase Squirrelson — it’s a full-body hyperfocus event. This week, Chase explores why football and the ADHD brain seem perfectly designed for each other, from the dopamine rush of game day to the emotional crash that follows. Plus, meet the legendary Coach Todd Blitzman, hear the “1st and Goal from the 40” story, and discover why carrier pigeons may still have a place in modern football strategy. (:27) This week’s show is about football and hyperfocus! ADHD is social sanctioned ADHD. Find out why! (2:30) Learn about “built-in dopamine! (3:22) Hear about tribal nature and irrational identity (4:30) When do things get dark? (4:50) What Chicago sports teams does he blame for his poor life performances? (5:41) Why does football hook-up with the ADHD brain? (6:30) What ADHD superpowers kick-in with football? (7:02)What’s the hyperfocus hangover? (7:23) What helps deregulate this hangover? Even during the game? (7:59) What about his relationships? (8:25) What’s dopamine all about? (10:11) Meet “Coach Todd Blitzman” (10:54) What’s democracy in the huddle and what happens with it?! (11:36) Hear the “1st and goal from the 40 story” (12:17) Does his team has enough veteran talent and what about Joe Nameth?! (14:44) How does coach plan for each game? (15:23) What’s with his dislike for technology…and yelling?! (16:31) What’s the carrier pigeon method for information to the QB? (17:59) Coach speaks first…then thinks. How’s this working for him? (19:16) What’s coach’s philosophy? (20:28) What about coach’s hyperfocus? (23:08) Who owns Coach’s team? (23:38) Any final message from the coach? (24:55) Final words of wisdom from Chase.   Follow and Rate this podcast! Provide feedback to Chase at info@chasesquirrelson.com Be sure to like, review and rate this episode on your favorite platform. Provide feedback, ask a question or recommend a guest directly to Chase at info@chasesquirrelson.com

    26 min

  4. May 14

    Episode 12 – Chase Squirrelson- Mother’s Day and the ADHD Panic Spiral

    Mother’s Day is supposed to be simple…until you have ADHD. On this episode of the Chase Squirrelson Podcast, Chase takes listeners inside the emotional rollercoaster that holidays can create for an ADHD brain—especially when it comes to moms, expectations, gifts, cards, phone calls, and the crushing realization that you definitely meant to handle all of this earlier. With humor, honesty, and more than a little self-inflicted chaos, Chase breaks down “The Lie,” the “48 Hour Collapse,” and the three types of Mother’s Day gifts that somehow define every last-minute scramble. He also explores avoidance, guilt, emotional overwhelm, and the realization that perfection isn’t what matters most in the end. It’s funny, relatable, uncomfortable in all the right ways, and ultimately a heartfelt conversation about love, intention, and the way ADHD can complicate even the things we care about most. (:36) What were holidays like for Chase when he was a kid? (1:10) Specifically…what about Mother’s Day? (3:19) What’s “The Lie”? (3:51) The 48 Hour collapse (4:51) And then…he scrolls (5:05) Next step…the gift fiasco. Learn about the three types of Mother’s Day gifts from the brain of someone with ADHD! 1) The gift you meant to order but didn’t confirm. 2) The gift bought months ago and lost in your house and 3)The over correction gift. (6:20) Learn about “The Call Avoidance Loop” (7:08) What’s “The Card Problem”? (7:48) Learn about the actual laws governing Mother’s Day. The avoidance law. The panic purchase principle. The emotional compression effect. (9:31) So what did he finally realize?! Be sure to like, review and rate this episode on your favorite platform. Provide feedback, ask a question or recommend a guest directly to Chase at info@chasesquirrelson.com

    11 min

  5. May 7

    Episode 11 – Chase Squirrelson- Why Losing Hits Harder: ADHD, Dopamine, and Identity

    On this episode of Chase Squirrelson, Chase takes a closer look at competition—specifically, how it shows up in the ADHD brain. For many, it’s not about winning…it’s about not losing. That subtle shift can drive everything from motivation to burnout. Chase is joined by ADHD coach Bronwyn Foley to unpack why competition can be such a powerful force, the five triggers that actually help ADHD brains take action, and what’s really going on with dopamine, identity, and the fear of failure. If you’ve ever felt stuck between chasing intensity and struggling with consistency, this conversation connects the dots—and offers a better way forward. (:30) Chase talks about the competitive nature of ADHD. Not wanting to win as much as not losing (1:30) What does competition look like on an ADHD person? (3:08) Who do ADHD people compete with and why? (4:01) What’s the dark side of competition? (4:49) What are some important distinctions and fears? (5:33) What about chasing meaning? (5:55) Chase’s ADHD Coach Bronwyn Foley joins him. (6:40) Bronwyn answers why winning is so important to people with ADHD (7:10) She lists the 5 key factors that help someone with ADHD initiate action. Urgency, Purpose, Interest, Novelty and Competition. (8:30) What’s the pain of losing all about? (9:50) How do ADHD brains collect data and how is it different? (12:00) How you can reframe failure (13:21) Do ADHD people confuse performance with identity more than neurotypical people? And what about negative bias? (17:00) What’s dopamine dysregulation? How can you deal with this? (18:50) Does defeat last longer than victory for an ADHD person? (20:28) Does ADHD make people chase intensity instead of consistence? And is ADHD a bad word in the ADHD world? (21:45) Hear about Tom Hartman’s work comparing the farmer to the hunter. (23:05) You can reach Bronwyn at www.Bronwynfoley.com or email her at Bronwyn@bronwynfoley.com (23:48) Hear Chase’s own story about how he started this podcast.   Follow and Rate this podcast! Provide feedback to Chase at info@chasesquirrelson.com Be sure to like, review and rate this episode on your favorite platform. Provide feedback, ask a question or recommend a guest directly to Chase at info@chasesquirrelson.com

    25 min

  6. Apr 30

    Episode 10 – Chase Squirrelson- From Wired to Tired: Better Sleep Strategies for ADHD Brains

    Falling asleep sounds simple—until your brain refuses to power down. In this episode, Chase Squirrelson tackles one of the most frustrating challenges for people with ADHD: getting quality rest. From late-night bursts of energy to the clash between natural rhythms and daily demands, Chase breaks down why bedtime can feel like a battle—and what you can actually do about it. You’ll hear practical, real-world strategies to help calm your mind, reset your internal clock, and wake up feeling more in control of your day. (:40) Chase talks about fatigue and how it affects those with ADHD. What about busy minds at bedtime?! (2:42) The clash of the internal clocks and how quiet affects hyperfocus. (4:48) What’s “nighttime vampire mode”? (5:27) What recommendations does Chase have to help with better sleep? (6:29) Chase provides recommendations for SAD Lamps. (9:15) How about early morning meeting scheduling?   Follow and Rate this podcast! Provide feedback to Chase at info@chasesquirrelson.com Be sure to like, review and rate this episode on your favorite platform. Provide feedback, ask a question or recommend a guest directly to Chase at info@chasesquirrelson.com

    12 min

  7. Apr 23

    Episode 9 – Chase Squirrelson- Meet Chase’s ADHD Coach Bronwyn Foley, and learn how Chase is learning to rebuild his life

    What happens when you finally understand how your brain works—after years of wondering why things felt harder than they should? In this episode of Chase Squirrelson, we introduce someone who’s playing a pivotal role in Chase’s next chapter: his ADHD coach, Bronwyn Foley. Bronwyn specializes in working with adults—especially those diagnosed later in life—helping them move from confusion and frustration to clarity and forward momentum. With a background in behavioral strategies and real-world application, she focuses on practical tools that actually stick. Bronwyn breaks down the common signs of late-diagnosed ADHD, the misconceptions that hold people back, and the small but powerful changes that can reshape daily life—from sleep and movement to screen time and nutrition. Along the way, Chase opens up about what he’s learning, what’s surprised him most, and how this new understanding is helping him reframe his past and rebuild his future. If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s “too late” to change—or why your brain works the way it does—this conversation might just change everything.   (:32) Meet Bronwyn Foley Chase’s ADHD Coach (1:32) Is it too late to change if you get a late diagnosis? (1:48) What signs are apparent in people who are diagnosed later in life? (3:27) Is there a common thread that leads people to seek out a diagnosis? (4:32) What misconceptions do adults with ADHD have? (5:41) What’s the difference between a neurotypical and an ADHD individual when it comes to distraction? (7:14) What are the first steps someone should take after they are diagnosed with ADHD? (9:33) What changes for someone once they are diagnosed? (10:45) How do people with ADHD perceive danger in a way different that neurotypicals? (13:52) Bronwyn provides a few daily strategies for dealing with ADHD. Get enough Sleep and move every day (15:43) What about diet? No to processed sugars and shop the outer ring of the grocery store. (17:05) What about scrolling on social media and the effect that videos have on those with ADHD? And what does a smart phone do to maintain attention? (20:56) Tips for parents to manage screen/electronics time? (22:36) You can contact Bronwyn at bronwtnfoley.com or text her at 312-620-5599 (24:00) What has Chase learned from Bronwyn that’s important to him? (24:32) Does Chase think he’s organized? (25:21) what was it like for him after he was diagnosed? (26:29) What’s ADHD Archeology? Chase elaborates on this principle that he found once he was diagnosed. “Now I get it!”! (27:58) What’s ADHD Time travel? Rewriting and Forgiving.   Follow and Rate this podcast! Provide feedback to Chase at info@chasesquirrelson.com Be sure to like, review and rate this episode on your favorite platform. Provide feedback, ask a question or recommend a guest directly to Chase at info@chasesquirrelson.com

    30 min

  8. Apr 16

    Episode 8– Chase Squirrelson- From Embarrassment to Empowerment

    In this episode, Chase dives into the emotional side of ADHD—exploring time blindness, rejection sensitivity, and why everyday moments can feel overwhelming. Through personal stories and candid reflection, he examines how early messaging shapes self-perception, how embarrassment can spiral into something bigger, and what it takes to stay present in the moment. This episode is equal parts insightful and relatable, offering listeners practical ways to cope, reframe, and even laugh at life’s awkward moments. (:32) Why was Chase late to this episode? (1:26) What’s it like to be Chase?! (1:43) Why does ADHD cause more embarrassing moments than others? (3:14) What’s time blindness and how does it affect those with ADHD? How about fear of judgement? (4:08) How many negative messages do we get by age 10?  (4:21) Why do those with ADHD have feelings that are more sensitive than others and what is the emotional Regulation System? (4:39) What about feeling overwhelmed when rejected and what’s RSD? Is embarrassment a threat? (6:00) How is humiliation different from embarrassment? (7:15) What coping mechanisms does Chase use to deal with this discomfort and stay in the moment? (7:54) What causes those memory gaps? (9:15) Do people really care about his faux pas and mistakes? (10:11) What about presence of minds and permission? (10:35) How did his dad’s responses affect him? Chase gets really honest with his stories. (12:12) Can humor kill shame? (12:47) Embarrassment becomes emotional fireworks and how to squelch this. Make things a story not a scar) 13:20) Chase’s final advise   Follow and Rate this podcast! Provide feedback to Chase at info@chasesquirrelson.com   Be sure to like, review and rate this episode on your favorite platform. Provide feedback, ask a question or recommend a guest directly to Chase at info@chasesquirrelson.com

    15 min
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I started this podcast for people with ADHD, because I kept noticing how many important conversations never really happen—or too quietly, in moments we don’t always know how to explain. The questions we sit with. The thoughts we don’t say aloud. The experiences that change us, even when we don’t fully understand them yet. This podcast is a space for those moments. Each episode, I reflect on real experiences, ideas, and themes that shape how we think, grow, and move through the world. Sometimes it’s personal. Sometimes it’s exploratory. But it’s always honest. I’m not here to give answers, rather, I am here to ask questions and share perspectives that might help things feel a little clearer. If you’re someone whose life is an unfinished chapter, figuring things out as you go, or just craving conversations that feel real and unfiltered, this podcast is for you. My hope is that you’ll hear something that resonates, something that makes you pause, or something that reminds you you’re not alone in what you’re thinking. That is the purpose of this podcast—to create space for reflection, connection, and growth, one conversation at a time.

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