Attention Talk Radio

Attention Talk Radio

Attention Talk Radio is the leading site for self-help Internet radio podcasts focusing on ADHD and ADD, including managing symptoms of attention deficit disorder. Our weekly podcast provides support for adults with ADD, or adults who have children with ADHD. Hosted by Jeff Copper, attention and ADHD coach, Attention Talk Radio is topical with an emphasis on paying attention to what you are and are not paying attention to. The point is to put a spotlight on ATTENTION and the role it plays in determining what is obvious and how it drives outcomes and to shift your paradigm (what you pay attention to), opening your mind to new solutions. The show is designed to help you in life or business if you are stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated. It will help you get unstuck and moving forward by opening your mind to pay attention to what works. Listen to Attention Talk Radio online for help and information for adult attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.

Episodes

Behind the Mask: The Emotional Cost of Living with ADHD

December 24, 2025 • 34 mins
ADHD often comes with inconsistency—moments of strong performance followed by periods of underperformance. Over time, this unpredictability can lead individuals to question their abilities and hide their struggles behind carefully constructed defenses. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, host Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) speaks with ADDiva Linda Roggli (https://addiva.net), who draws on her lived experience with ADHD ...
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Surviving the Holidays with ADHD: What Families Really Need

December 17, 2025 • 40 mins
The holidays are stressful enough, but when ADHD is part of the family, the pressure can feel overwhelming. Between disrupted routines, heightened emotions, and unrealistic expectations, many parents enter the season already anxious and exhausted. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, host Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) and co-host Caroline Maguire (https://carolinemaguireauthor.com/) speak candidly about the real challen...
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ADHD and the Holidays

December 10, 2025 • 21 mins
If you've got ADHD, you probably find that the holiday season is incredibly stressful. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, Cognitive Engineer and ADHD Coach, Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com), shares the type of mindset needed to minimize the stress. He talks about ADHD as an impairment, how it shows up in the holidays, and what to be thinking about in order to bring as much calm to your world as possible. If you stress at...
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ADHD and Imposter Syndrome: My Thoughts

December 3, 2025 • 24 mins
Got ADHD? Got imposter syndrome? This can be very emotionally challenging. In this episode of the Attention Talk Radio, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach, Jeff Copper, shares his thoughts on imposter syndrome in the context of executive function. He tries to bring a legitimate understanding to the nature of imposter syndrome, why it exists, and what you can do to get out of it. If you struggle with ADHD and identify with feeling li...
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ADHD and Relationships: Differences in Style, Preferences, and Background

November 26, 2025 • 39 mins
If you've got ADHD and you're in a relationship, chances are there are certain areas of contention between you and your partner. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://www.digcoaching.com) interviews Riley Karbon. The duo talks about ADHD couples with different styles, different perspectives, or different things that come up that will never be resolved. The team discusses acc...
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Breaking the Cycle: Overcoming Shame and Negative Self-Talk with ADHD

November 19, 2025 • 38 mins
Many people with ADHD struggle with feelings of shame and persistent negative self-talk, which can hold them back from reaching their potential. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) sits down with Dr. Sharon Saline (www.drsharonsaline.com) to explore why these patterns develop and how to break free from them. Discover practical strategies to overcome self-criticism, build self-compas...
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Bridging the Gap: Turning ADHD Knowledge Into Action

November 12, 2025 • 31 mins
Those with ADHD often understand what they need to do, but they struggle with getting them done; there’s a gap in turning knowledge into practice. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) and complex parent coach Elaine Taylor-Klaus (www.impactparents.com) explore the gap and discuss strategies to improve productivity. So, if you feel stuck by overwhelm, forgetfulness, and difficulty pri...
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Mastering Emotional Self-Regulation with ADHD: Theory and Practice

November 5, 2025 • 37 mins
ADHD is fundamentally a challenge of self-regulation, affecting not just attention but also emotions and physical movement. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) engages in an insightful conversation with long-time listener Greg. Together, they delve into the theory behind emotional regulation and, more importantly, discuss the practical strategies, challenges, and discipline required...
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ADHD: The Need for Empathy

October 29, 2025 • 43 mins
Got ADHD? Do you struggle? Do the neurotypicals around you struggle? In this edition of Attention Talk Radio, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach, Jeff Copper, (https://digcoaching.com) has an open and frank conversation with Dr. Sharon Saline about the need for empathy and gratitude. Many of those with ADHD are looking for empathy, but what about those who are supporting you? Gratitude and thanks can go a long way for those who are ...
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ADHD Awareness and Advocacy

October 22, 2025 • 26 mins
Recently, President Donald Trump commissioned the Make America Healthy Again report. The report was intended to rethink the mindset and public policy and make changes to benefit all Americans. However, the commissioned report has sent shock waves throughout the government and the ADHD community.  

To get in front of things, members of the newly formed non-profit Mindful Choices for ADHD organized a 2025 National Leadership Summit on...
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ADHD and Nutrition What You Need to Know

October 15, 2025 • 38 mins
What you feed your body feeds your brain. Feed it junk, you get junk. Feed it what it needs, and it can thrive. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://www.digcoaching.com) interviews certified holistic nutritionist and ADHD coach Amy Jones on the topic of ADHD and nutrition and the role executive function plays in executing healthy habits. If you recognize that the fuel that ...
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Finding ADHD Solutions: A Lived Experience

October 8, 2025 • 34 mins
Do you have ADHD? Are you dying to understand what works for you? What's your process? What gets you to the outcomes? In this edition of Attention Talk Radio, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) brings ADHD coach Riley Karbon to the show. The two discuss Riley's journey as an ADHD coach and the discovery of what systematically works for her. We talk about her journey, her discovery, and specific ...
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The 2025 Annual ADHD Focus on Focusing Conference

October 1, 2025 • 34 mins
Got ADHD? Do you struggle with focus? It's time for the 2025 International Conference on ADHD. Its focus is on helping you focus. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, Cognitive Engineer and ADHD Coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) interviews Dr. Ari Tuckman. The two discuss what to expect at this year's conference and play clips of Dr. Brandi Bolling, Dr. William Dodson, and Matt Cohen around their keynote addresses for...
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Feel Like You’re an Expert on ADHD But Still Stuck? Why Is That?

September 24, 2025 • 32 mins
They say people with ADHD often know what to do, but the real challenge comes in actually doing it. Why is that? One big reason is the gap between knowledge and execution. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) sits down with complex parent coach Elaine Taylor-Klaus (www.impactparents.com) to explore that very gap—what gets in the way, and what it really takes to follow through and boo...
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Why Boredom Matters More Than You Think with ADHD

September 17, 2025 • 40 mins
Got ADHD? Ever find yourself bored—or maybe you’ve never even felt boredom because your brain is always plugged into electronics? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) sits down with Dr. John D. Eastwood (https://boredomlab.org/people/), a leading researcher on boredom and mental effort. Together, they explore what boredom really is, whether it might actually be a good thing, and how ...
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Owning Your ADHD: A Game-Changing Experience

September 10, 2025 • 37 mins
What’s the difference between knowing a lot about ADHD and actually owning it? It might sound simple, but it can be absolutely life-changing. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) chats with fellow ADHD coach Susan McGinnis (www.adhdimpactcoaching.com) about her personal journey—what it was like to live with ADHD, the emotions that came with it, and the breakthrough moment when she tr...
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ADHD and Starting a Family

September 3, 2025 • 30 mins
Got ADHD? Thinking about expanding your family and having children for the first time? When deciding to grow your family, the emotional aspect can sometimes overshadow the practical considerations. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://www.digcoaching.com) draws a parallel between this life-changing decision and the due diligence process in the business world. He offers an o...
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ADHD Eye Candy and Clickbait

August 27, 2025 • 29 mins
Got ADHD? Ever realized that the ADHD brain uses the automatic brain more than the executive function brain? What is the impact of this? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://www.digcoaching.com) talks about executive functions, the ADHD brain, primitive influences on executive function, and the challenges those with ADHD face in the marketplace in terms of eye candy and cli...
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ADHD: Fixing Follow-Through: What's the Issue?

August 20, 2025 • 38 mins
It's been said people with ADHD know what to do. Their challenge is in doing what they know to do. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) interviews ADHD & productivity coach Lynne Edris (https://coachingaddvantages.com) to get her perspective on how to fix follow-through by getting to the real root cause and applying the right solution. (And the answer i...
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Uncovering the Truth About ADHD and Cannabis

August 13, 2025 • 34 mins
Is marijuana helpful for ADHD—or is something else going on beneath the surface? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) talks with clinical psychologist Dr. Roberto Olivardia to explore the lesser-known effects of cannabis use in people with ADHD. Rather than focusing on what marijuana seems to do, they highlight what might not be happening because of it—missed coping skills, stunt...
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