Hacking Neurodivergence
Hacking Neurodivergence shares real stories from autistic, ADHD, and otherwise neurodivergent people around the world. Hosted by Kelsey, each episode explores the strengths, struggles, and self-discoveries that come with living in a world built for the “typical.” Whether you’re ND yourself, late-diagnosed, or just curious about different minds, this show celebrates what makes us different—and why that difference matters.
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In today's episode my husband takes on the role of interviewer. A solo reflection on how reframing autism unlocked confidence, purpose, and power. If you’ve ever felt broken by a label, this one’s for you.
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00:54 Exploring Kelsey's Childhood
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Raw, honest, and transformative—this episode explores the emotional fallout of undiagnosed autism and how one woman’s late diagnosis changed her life.
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Today's episode explores Erin's late diagnosis, parenting neurodivergent children, the role of therapy, and setting boundaries.
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Tired of surface-level diversity talk? So is this guest. We dig into real advocacy, workplace systems, and what true inclusion looks like for neurodivergent professionals.
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The episode follows the journey of Bisola, a digital product designer navigating neurodivergence and the tech industry as a woman of color. It explores t...
This therapist and mom shares how psychedelics, honesty, and late diagnosis reshaped her life. It’s an unfiltered look at parenting, partnership, and personal healing.
Be a guest on the show07:03 Navigating High School11:03 College and Career Path in Therapy19:07 Insights into Therapy and Coping Strategies51:03 Embracing Motherhood
Becky shares how she built a rich, expressive life across theater, fitness, and DIY while navigating ADHD. An inspiring look at the joy and chaos of creative neurodivergence.
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01:08 Becky's ADHD Journey: From Childhood to Theater
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A candid conversation with a father who’s blending startup life, neurodivergence, and self-exploration through therapy and psychedelics. Honest, bold, and refreshingly real.
Ben went from feeling like a broken kid who didn't fit in to landing his dream job at Boeing—and he credits discovering his autism diagnosis as the turning point. In this conversation, he shares how psychedelics unlocked deeper self-understanding and how he&...
What happens after burnout? Darci and I walk through the process of radical reprioritization—how she rebuilt her days, values, and joy without betraying my neurodivergence. Through Darci's story, listeners are encouraged to redefine success on their terms and prioritize their health and well-being.
00:59 The Challenges and Le...
A personal story of love, risk, and major vulnerability. This episode explores what it took to pursue a relationship that demanded honesty, courage, and leaving old patterns behind.
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This episode of Hacking Neurodivergence features a discussion between host Kelsey and Darci. They dive into Darci's journey of...
Do you ever struggle to give or receive feedback, especially as a neurodivergent person?
This episode of Hacking Neurodivergence is all about the art of giving and receiving feedback in a way that works for you. Host Kelsey shares her experience and offers tips on how to:
- Avoid common pitfalls when giving feedback
- Consider the recipient and the situation
- Craft a message that is clear and helpful
- Receive feedback in a constructive wa...
Can books and TV help us understand ourselves? This episode explores how media shaped one autistic librarian’s identity—and how she now shapes media in return.
Quarantine, sensory overload, and the loss of routine hit differently for neurodivergent folks. I share personal insights and practical tips for weathering the storm.
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What happens when two autistic colleagues collaborate? We explore how neurodivergence has become our secret weapon in communication, creativity, and productivity.
A behind-the-scenes look at what I’ve learned, loved, and let go of in Season 1 of Hacking Neurodivergence. Think of it as a highlight reel and roadmap for what’s next.
Whether you’re neurodivergent or neurotypical, these 3 communication and connection strategies can help your relationship survive—and thrive—when autism is in the mix.
Entrepreneurship isn’t one-size-fits-all. These 3 actionable strategies can help autistic founders thrive—without burning out or masking their way through leadership.
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What happens when physical intimacy and sensory sensitivities collide? In this vulnerable conversation, we unpack how we navigate love, marriage, and neurodivergence.
Tyler and I talk about marriage to a woman with Aspergers, and how to navigate active and passive touch when your husband’s love language is touch. It’s a funny and intimate look at how we do married life doing our best to hack life with Autism.
I met Maisie through Instagram and we became fast friends as we realized that we had similar goals when it came to finding gainful employment for people on the Autism spectrum. In this conversation, we talk about her professional coaching work with parents of kids on the spectrum, her son who has spectrum tendencies, and lastly we talk about her amazing Autism Career Pathways job pilot to bridge the gap between small business and t...
YouTube creator Daniel Jones joins to talk about late diagnosis, online advocacy, and building one of the largest autism communities in the world. This is a masterclass in storytelling and impact.
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Tired of the deficit narrative? So am I. In this episode, I explore how to reframe autism as a strength, not a setback—and what that looks like in real life. What if you could turn your diagnosis on its head to see your Autism as an advantage no matter where you are on the spectrum of neurodivergence, whether it be dyslexia, ADD, ADHD, AUDHD, Aspergers, ASD etc.?
What does it mean to find out you’re autistic after you’ve built an entire adult life? I reflect on navigating relationships, routines, and identity after a late diagnosis. Ashley and I sit down for the second part of our conversation to discuss what it means to adult with Asperger's and getting diagnosed later in life.
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