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Not Neurotypical Girls
by Amanda Swartos and Niki Eldridge
Two neurodivergent best friends, both diagnosed with ADHD in our 30s, navigating life, chaos, and late diagnosis. It's part comedy, part chaos, all real.✨ We’re living in a neurotypical world… and we are not neurotypical girls. ✨
Episodes
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Ariel from The Little Mermaid: Neurodivergence in the Media
In this week’s segment of Neurodivergence in Media, we are discussing Ariel from Disney’s The Little Mermaid Sources Anyone else feel like the little mermaid is an allegory for “high functioning” autism and choice conformity? Hey ASD Article My neurodivergent reading of "The Little Mermaid"…
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Is There a Link Between the Neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ Communities?
This week we are talking about the possible correlation between neurodivergence and the LGBTQIA+ community. Sources The Link Between Neurodivergence and the LGBTQ+ Population | Psychology Today LGBTQIA+ and neurodiversity: the links between neurodivergence and being LGBTQ+ Largest study to date...
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The One About Baldur's Gate 3
We needed a break and then a soft relaunch so here is a random chat about BG3. Where to find us… Gaming Channel- Thanks for Lookin Follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, @notneurotypicalgirls! Follow Niki on Instagram @nikitabonana Follow Amanda on…
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Can a TikTok Crash Out Cost You Your Career?
In this episode, we dive into the viral story of Allison, a TikToker who exposed her toxic workplace online, only to lose her job and face harsh backlash. Claiming she was discriminated against due to her disability, Allison sparked a fierce debate about workplace rights, online advocacy, and...
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Mr. Robot: A Neurodivergent Info Dump
Welcome to Amanda's ultimate neurodivergent info dump on Mr. Robot! 🖥️💣 In this episode, she channels all her hyperfixation energy into unraveling the genius, chaos, and layered storytelling of Mr. Robot. From Elliot Alderson’s unreliable narration to the show’s raw exploration of hacking...
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Neurodivergence in the Media: Hiccup from How to Train Your Dragon
Have you ever been accused of having the attention span of a sparrow? Ever felt like no matter how hard you try, you will never be like everyone else? Hiccup certainly has. This week in our Neurodiversity in the Media segment, we're breaking down the neurodivergent qualities we see in Hiccup from...
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Sleep
Do you struggle with sleep? You are not alone! Up to 80% of people with intellectual disabilities have difficulty sleeping. We wanted to know why, so Niki did some digging and this is what we found out! Sources Sleep: What It Is, Why It’s Important, Stages, REM & NREM A literature review of sleep...
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Infantilizing Autism & Never Feeling Your Age
Were you ever treated like a child well into adulthood simply because you're neurodivergent? Or maybe it was the opposite experience of always being told you were "mature" for your age. Either way we probably end up equally as frustrated in the end so let's talk about it. Where to find us… Follow...
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Outward Self Expression and Neurodivergence: A Seagull Meme Episode
It’s the first seagull meme episode! Niki kicks us off with a squirrel trail adventure down self-expression lane. There will be detours through her Saturn return, Lord of the Rings makeup, and how she views self-expression in the neurodivergent community. Sources NONE of the following links are...
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Neurodivergence in the Media: Syril Karn from Andor
Syril Karn, the unyielding Deputy Inspector for the Preox-Morlana Corporation (Pre-Mor) on Ferrix, from the wildly popular Star Wars franchise Andor, might have a touch of the tism. Let's chat about the characteristics of this complicated character that appeared on our tism-dar. Sources Links…
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Autism and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome/ PCOS
Is there a correlation between PCOS and Autism? Let's find out! Sources Websites Autism Parenting Magazine Is there a link between PCOS and Autism Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Autism: A study of the prenatal sex steroid theory Autistic traits in women with polycystic ovary syndrome PCOS link to...
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Celebrating Two Years of the NDC Podcast!
It's our second Podiversary! We are super excited to be back after a long break! We have a bit of a new structure to introduce, and we will explain our absence. Thank you for two great years, and here's to season 3! Where to find us… Follow us on YouTube, Instagram,...
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Autistic Fatigue and Tornadoes
Ryan Hall Y'all Where to find us… Follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, @thendcpodcast! Follow Niki on Instagram @nikitabonana Follow Amanda on Instagram @amandasvartaas Have a question? Want to tell us we suck? Send us an email at...
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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Learn along with us about Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, an often mischaracterized mental health condition that affects roughly 70 million people worldwide. SOURCES Videos 3 Warning Signs You Might Have OCD Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD): Symptoms, Triggers & Treatment | Mass General Brigham...
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When Your Routine Abruptly Changes
Where to find us… Follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, @thendcpodcast! Follow Niki on Instagram @nikitabonana Follow Amanda on Instagram @amandasvartaas Want to be on the show? Have a question? Want to tell us we suck? You can do that…
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Reflections and Frustrations
Where to find us… Follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, @thendcpodcast! Follow Niki on Instagram @nikitabonana Follow Amanda on Instagram @amandasvartaas Want to be on the show? Have a question? Want to tell us we suck? You can do that…
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America's in Her Villian Era
We can't hold our tongues anymore so this is the episode where we word-vomit our feelings on this hellscape we are currently living in. Where to find us… Follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, @thendcpodcast! Follow Niki on Instagram...
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Attachment Theory
We dive into Attachment Theory and explore the different attachment styles and if it's beneficial to know your attachment style or not. Sources Cleveland Clinic's Explanation of Attachment Theory Quiz YT Video on Attachment Styles Where to find us… Follow us on YouTube,…
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Job Loss & Starting Over as a Neurodivergent Person
Amanda has had a bit of a bump in the road and she needs to talk it out. Where to find us… Follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter,@thendcpodcast! Follow Niki on Instagram @nikitabonana Follow Amanda on Instagram @amandasvartaas Want to be...
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Do We Have the Skibidi Tism Rizz?
This is a "brain rot" episode as the children would say. At least we think they would say that because we have NO idea what these Gen Alpha kids are saying and it makes us feel even more like Boomers. Where to find us… Follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook,...
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Bipolar Disorder & Relationships
Nick is back with us again for part 2 of our chat about Bipolar Disorder. This time we’re talking about Bipolar Disorder’s effect on relationships. Check out On the Spectrum Podcast On Spotify YouTube Facebook Sources Autism vs Bipolar Venn Diagram Where to find us… Follow us on ...
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Bipolar Disorder & Autism w/ Nick from On the Spectrum Podcast
We had a special guest this week! Nick from On the Spectrum Podcast joined us to share his personal experience living with Autism and Bipolar Disorder Type 2. Check out On the Spectrum Podcast On Spotify YouTube Facebook Where to find us… Follow us on YouTube, Instagram,...
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Blaming Bad Behavior on Neurodivergence
Stop blaming bad behavior on neurodivergence and mental health issues. It makes everyone else in the community look bad and we don't appreciate it. Where to find us… Follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, @thendcpodcast! Follow Niki on Instagram...
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Justin Baldoni Blames ADHD for Alleged Misconduct on Set
Justin Baldoni is blaming his alleged creepy and inappropriate behavior, on the set of It Ends with Us, on being neurodivergent and we aren’t having it. Emily D. Baker’s Video SWOOP’s Video on Blake Lively Lawsuit Reference w/o Exhibits Unaltered documents w/ exhibits can be found in New York…
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Being vs Doing
Welp...it's time to wrap it up. Where to find us… Follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, @thendcpodcast! Follow Niki on Instagram @nikitabonana Follow Amanda on Instagram @amandasvartaas Want to be on the show? Have a question? Want to...
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Borderline Personality Disorder vs Autism
Many people are diagnosed with BPD only to find out later that they are actually Autistic. Some may even be diagnosed with both. Learn along with us as we discover more about this overlap between Borderline Personality Disorder and Autism. Where to find us… Follow us on YouTube,...
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The Fun and F*ckery Episode
What is Floofball? You're gonna learn today! In this completely unhinged episode, Amanda and I introduce to you the newest pro sport for the old at heart, Floofball. Where to find us… Follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, @thendcpodcast! Follow…
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Bottom-Up Processing
Articles Referenced https://autisticphd.com/theblog/what-is-bottom-up-thinking-in-autism/ https://psychcentral.com/health/bottom-up-processing Where to find us… Follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, @thendcpodcast! Follow Niki on Instagram...
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Be a Critical Thinker & Myth Buster
In the world we live in it's so easy for even well-intentioned people to spread false information. Let's bust some commonly believed myths and have a chat about the importance of critical thinking. Our Sources Popular Science Myths Debunked • Clearing Up Misconceptions 10 Myths You May Have Heard...
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Highly Sensitive Person vs Autism
This week we stumbled upon a video that made us dig a little deeper into this topic and we were very surprised by what we found. Our Sources Is My Child Highly Sensitive? How to Discover Your Child’s Autism Behavioural Profile and 4 Reasons Why You Should Where to find us… Follow us on ...
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Censorship, Tea Spilling, and Tangents
When has censorship gone too far? Are our kids too sheltered? What the hell is up with One Million Moms? Join us as we answer all these questions and go on some side quests along the way. Where to find us… Follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter,...
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Excuses vs Reasons & Being Misunderstood
We are really confused as to why our reasons are often labeled as excuses, and it sucks being misunderstood. We can't be the only ones who experience this, right? Where to find us… Follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, @thendcpodcast! Follow Niki…
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Did Hillbilly Elegy Change Our Minds?
We're back from break to see if our views on JD Vance have changed since watching the movie based on his novel, Hillbilly Elegy. Where to find us… Follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, @thendcpodcast! Follow Niki on Instagram @nikitabonana...
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Is JD Vance a master debator?
This week we are discussing the Vice Presidential Debate and Niki's theory on JD Vance. Fundie Fridays Video on JD Vance Where to find us… Follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, @thendcpodcast! Follow Niki on Instagram @nikitabonana Follow...
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r/ AITA Part 2 Exclusion, Delusion, & Dumbf*ckery
Where to find us… Follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, @thendcpodcast! Follow Niki on Instagram @nikitabonana Follow Amanda on Instagram @amandasvartaas Want to be on the show? Have a question? Want to tell us we suck? You can do that…
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r/AITA Food, Funerals, & Foolishness
Check out Cass From the Clutterbug channel! Where to find us… Follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, @thendcpodcast! Follow Niki on Instagram @nikitabonana Follow Amanda on Instagram @amandasvartaas Want to be on the show? Have a…
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The Problem with Women: A Rant Part 2
Where to find us… Follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, @thendcpodcast! Follow Niki on Instagram @nikitabonana Follow Amanda on Instagram @amandasvartaas Want to be on the show? Have a question? Want to tell us we suck? You can do that…
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The Problem with Women; A Rant
Where to find us… Follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, @thendcpodcast! Follow Niki on Instagram @nikitabonana Follow Amanda on Instagram @amandasvartaas Want to be on the show? Have a question? Want to tell us we suck? You can do that…
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Black & White or Dichotomous Thinking
Where to find us… Follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, @thendcpodcast! Follow Niki on Instagram @nikitabonana Follow Amanda on Instagram @amandasvartaas Want to be on the show? Have a question? Want to tell us we suck? You can do that…
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The F*ck All Episode
Where to find us… Follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, @thendcpodcast! Follow Niki on Instagram @nikitabonana Follow Amanda on Instagram @amandasvartaas Want to be on the show? Have a question? Want to tell us we suck? You can do that…
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Thanks for Looking
This is a mess. We don't know what's going on in this episode we had a good time with it lol Where to find us… Follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, @thendcpodcast! Follow Niki on Instagram @nikitabonana Follow Amanda on Instagram...
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Media Madness & The Murder of Sonya Massey
Where to find us… Follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, @thendcpodcast! Follow Niki on Instagram @nikitabonana Follow Amanda on Instagram @amandasvartaas Want to be on the show? Have a question? Want to tell us we suck? You can do that…
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A Series of Unprecedented Events: An Attempt on Trump's Life
Where to find us… Follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, @thendcpodcast! Follow Niki on Instagram @nikitabonana Follow Amanda on Instagram @amandasvartaas Want to be on the show? Have a question? Want to tell us we suck? You can do that…
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Undiagnosed Neurodivergent in School Part 2
Micah is back for part two of our chat about what it was like in school for them as an undiagnosed neurodivergent. This week we'll be discussing higher education and the new struggles that brought to the table. Where to find us… Follow us on YouTube, Instagram,...
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Undiagnosed Neurodivergent in School with Micah
Micah had this topic idea for us so we invited them on to chat about what it was like for them going to school in Denmark without a diagnosis. Where to find us… Follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, @thendcpodcast! Follow Niki on Instagram...
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Autism Cure Nonsense Exposed Part 2 The Essential Oil World
We're continuing our conversation with Niki's personal story of being involved with and leaving the MLM essential oil company, Young Living. Where to find us… Follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, @thendcpodcast! Follow Niki on Instagram...
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Autism Cure Nonsense Exposed
We are sick and tired of these grifters trying to sell a cure for something that is not a disease. We were going to air our grievances in this two-part series. Videos We Discussed This Lady Can Cure Autism by CC Suarez Check out Chelsea's Channel! Use #ifthememefitsshareit on all platforms when...
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Autism & Capitalism: Learn Along With Us (LAWU)
It's our first LAWU or Learn Along With Us! This week learn along with us about Capitalism and how we feel it affects us as Autistic people. YouTube Videos We Watched What is Capitalism? by Illustrate to Educate Capitalism Explained by Economics History of Ideas- Capitalism by The School of Life…
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Comeback Queens Part 2
It's Niki's turn for a life update. Thank's for sticking around for these! Join our Patreon! Use #ifthememefitsshareit on all platforms when sharing your neurodivergent memes and we'll feature it in an upcoming live episode of the show! Where to find us… Follow us on YouTube,...
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The Comeback Queens
This is part 1 of an unintended 2 part comeback series lol We here from Amanda this time about what she's been up too during our break and as promised we give some more details about the new changes with the show. Mentioned But NOT Sponsored By: 5th Coven Candle Co. Put It In Reverse Terry! Join...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Two neurodivergent best friends, both diagnosed with ADHD in our 30s, navigating life, chaos, and late diagnosis. It's part comedy, part chaos, all real.✨ We’re living in a neurotypical world… and we are not neurotypical girls. ✨
HOSTED BY
Amanda Swartos and Niki Eldridge
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Two neurodivergent best friends, both diagnosed with ADHD in our 30s, navigating life, chaos, and late diagnosis. It's part comedy, part chaos, all real.✨ We’re living in a neurotypical world… and we are not neurotypical girls. ✨
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