I Have ADHD Podcast

I Have ADHD Podcast

The I Have ADHD Podcast is a clear, concise, and FUN podcast for adults with ADHD. Listen to learn about how ADHD impacts every area of your life from the boardroom to the bedroom...and how you can begin to overcome your symptoms by accepting who you are, flaws and all. Host Kristen Carder is a dually certified coach who has supported thousands of people with ADHD worldwide. Kristen's extensive experience working with ADHDers began in 2012, and she now leads a global community of adults with ADHD in her coaching program, FOCUSED. ****OBVIOUSLY, the content in this podcast is not meant to be a substitute for medical advice. Kristen Carder is not a medical professional.

Episodes

October 30, 2025 17 mins

Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #315: Why ADHD Feels So Shameful (and How to Fight Back)


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You called. I answered. In this episode, I’m diving into listener voicemails about all the messy, beautiful, complicated parts of life with ADHD — hating your workouts, losing jobs, marriage struggles, faith questions, resentment, regret, and everything in between.


If you’ve ever felt like you’re the only one barely holding it together… you’re not.


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After six years nearly ad-free, I’m sharing an important update about the future of this podcast. Starting November 1, you’ll begin hearing ads — a necessary change to keep the show sustainable. In this short episode, I explain why this decision matters, what it means for you, and how you can support the podcast moving forward.

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Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #314: Two Things Can Be True (and Also… I’m Apparently Racist Against White Men?)


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If you’re a parent with ADHD trying to hold it all together, this episode is for you. Kristen sits down with Amy Marie Hann, author of Master the Mundane, to talk about what it’s really like to run a home, raise kids, and manage your own ADHD brain — all at the same time. Amy was diagnosed back in the 80s (as a girl, no less!) and now has a family full of ADHD brains. She’s walked the walk, lived t...

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Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #313: Rejection Sensitivity Is Real (But I Reject RSD)

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If you’ve ever binge-watched Love on the Spectrum (let’s be honest—who hasn’t?), you already know and love Kaelynn Partlow — the sharp, funny, and deeply insightful advocate whose story stole our hearts in season 1. 

In this episode, Kristen sits down with Kaelynn for an unforgettable, no-filter conversation about Autism, ADHD, identity, and what it’s really like to live life on the bridge between two neurotypes.

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Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #284: Overcoming ADHD Productivity Challenges with Dr. Ari Tuckman 

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In this episode, our returning guest expert (and favorite friend of the podcast!) Dr. Nacchi Felt joins us to unveil the brand-new Cycle of Accountability—the life-direction loop that helps ADHD brains point their power at the right targets.

Inside the loop:

Alignment — Name your values (think truth, responsibility, gratitude) so decisions stop feeling random.

Accountability — Drop the “shoulds.” Hold yourself to what you car...

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Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #308: Raising Kids While Being a Hot (ADHD) Mess 

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Have you ever felt like a leaf in the wind—just being blown around by life instead of steering it?

That’s exactly how Sarah described her life before finding ADHD coaching.

Sarah opens up about what life was like before coaching—feeling passive, stuck, and like she wasn't really in control. She shares the struggles that led her to seek support, why she chose FOCUSED, and the powerful shifts she’s made by learning to process ...

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Love this clip? Hear the full conversation: Episode #307: SOS: What To Do When Life (or You) Gets In The Way Of Getting Sh*t DONE

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Following through is hard enough with ADHD—and when life throws interruptions, it can feel impossible. In this episode, I share how I handle setbacks, why self-compassion matters, and how to start again without shame.

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Do you skip over your wins like they don’t matter? Feel weird or embarrassed when people cheer you on? Yep, that sounds about right. Adults with ADHD often struggle to celebrate themselves… but it’s a skill worth learning.

In this episode, I’ll show you why celebration feels so uncomfortable—and why it’s actually essential for your mental health, motivation, and identity. We’ll unpack how to embrace positive emotions, honor...

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Love this clip? Hear the full conversation: Episode #304: ADHD At Work: Should You Spill The Beans To Your Boss? How to Thrive In Any Job!

Listen to the full conversation in the original episode with Meghan Brown-Enyia HERE.

I know how overwhelming it can feel to decide whether to disclose personal information at work. In this conversation, I remind you that you deserve to feel safe while seeking the support you need.


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Ever wondered what it’s really like inside FOCUSED? In this special episode, you’ll get a front-row seat to an actual coaching call.

You’ll hear me coach Bob through feeling stuck, and Heejung as she navigates awkward relationships with her coworkers. And here’s the thing—this isn’t just about seeing what FOCUSED is all about. You’ll walk away with insights you can apply to your own life (I mean, who doesn’t feel stuck or h...

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Think your problem is poor time management? Think again. If your color-coded calendar keeps failing you, the missing piece isn’t another app, planner, or hack—it’s capacity.

In this episode, we’re digging into why ADHD brains chronically overbook, underestimate, and run ourselves into the ground. You’ll learn:

  • The hidden reason productivity hacks don’t stick
  • Why “fantasy scheduling” feels so good (but always backfires)
  • How to ...
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    You’ve tried planners and reminders, but time still slips through your fingers. This episode explains why ADHD makes “now vs. not now” so hard—and what to do about it. In plain English, I break down the executive functions behind time blindness and share the quick story that shattered my own drama cycle (spoiler: the dishes took seven minutes).

    Then I give you the one tool that can change your week fast: a shame-free Time A...

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    Think ADHD meds are “basically meth”? Afraid they’ll turn you into a zombie? Wondering if you really need them—or if they’re even safe during pregnancy?

    In this episode, I’m busting through the most common (and most damaging) myths about ADHD medication—fast. No fluff, just clarity. If you’ve ever felt confused, judged, or pressured when it comes to treatment, this one’s a must-listen.

    By the end, you’ll know what’s fact, wh...

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    Medication is great. Therapy is powerful. But is your life ADHD-friendly?

    In this episode, we explore how your environment can make or break your progress — and share genius, real-life strategies from adults with ADHD who’ve been there. From food hacks and med routines to productivity tricks and travel tips, this episode is loaded with ADHD-tested, chaos-reducing gold.

    You’ll leave inspired to set up your life in a way that ...

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    This one’s for the ADHDers and the people who love them.

    In today’s episode, I do the heavy lifting of explaining ADHD—what it is, why it matters, and what it really feels like to live with it—so you don’t have to.

    If you’ve ever wished your partner, parent, friend, or co-worker just got it, this is the episode to send them.

    Inside:

  • Why ADHD is so hard to explain (even for ADHDers)
  • The top 3 things people with ADHD wish their l...
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