Not Your Neurotypical Podcast
by Raelene Sebastian
Diagnosed with ADHD in her mid twenties, host Raelene Sebastian created the NYNT Podcast (thanks to hyperfixation) to connect with the people in this community and to reflect and learn about her own diagnosis. Each episode delves into a range of topics related to neurodivergence, highlighting the unique experiences and challenges faced by real people. Not Your Neurotypical Podcast aims to create an informative, supportive and safe space for neurodivergent individuals and their allies to connect, learn, and grow together.
Episodes
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Episode 14 with Millie: "Masking is a struggle"
Recorded in last August of 2023, Millie and I discussed her experiences as a teacher, being late diagnosed and her book! Millie is a passionate primary teacher, mother, and author diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 35. Her own diagnosis led her to write the children's picture story book…
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Episode 13 with Maike: "Neurodiversity informed clinicians are coming"
Happy New Year! Here's an episode recorded back in 2023 with the incredible, Maike! Enjoy. * Maike is a neurodivergent & queer psychologist, artist and podcast host from Germany. And she's also a synesthete! This means Maike can see music, pain, touch and other sensations in colours. That's…
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Episode 12 with Joe Wells: "find your people"
Episode 12 with Author and Comedian, Joe Wells: "find your people" Read his book: Wired Differently: 30 Neurodivergent People You Should Know About. Joe Wells made his name as a political comedian with critically acclaimed Fringe shows including 'Night Of The Living Tories', '10 Things I Hate…
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Episode 11 with Cass: "Rejection is protection"
Episode 11 with Cass: "rejection is protection" Cass recently completed her double degree in Arts and Law. Graduating with first class honours, her thesis considered the conceptual conflicts in Australian environmental law. Likewise, Cass’s ADHD diagnosis at age 28 helped her to make sense of her...
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Disability Expo Series (Part 3): "How my podcast saved my life" at the Melbourne Disability Expo
Previous Title: 'ADHD is a hidden disability' Presented and recorded live on October 18, 2023. * A special thank you to the guests of the podcast that were mentioned in my speech, you can learn about them and their work below: Millie Jacinta Teneill Sarah ✶ The Melbourne Disability Expo brings...
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Episode 10 with Kristen: "I had an idea that maybe I was ADHD just from the internet."
Episode 10 with Kristen: "I had an idea that maybe I was ADHD just from the internet." You can find and support Kristen at: https://www.etsy.com/shop/BurningBeeArt https://www.instagram.com/burningbeeillustration/ * Connect with me and find out more about the podcast. Follow on Instagram:...
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Episode 9 with Jacinta: "Autism and ADHD challenges are not recognised"
Episode 9 with Jacinta: "Autism and ADHD challenges are not recognised" * Jacinta Dietrich is a neurodivergent and bisexual writer, editor and podcaster based in Naarm, Melbourne. She is the founder and co-host of Differently Brained, an own voices podcast where each fortnight they interview a...
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Episode 8 with Amy: "I was diagnosed, and nothing got better."
*my mic did not cooperate this time! hopefully you can hear me well enough* Episode 8 with Amy: "I was diagnosed, and nothing got better. " ✶ Amy Green is a data and systems expert with over 14 years of experience in the Vocational Education and Training (VET) sector, and has held various roles...
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Episode 7 with Patricia: "Is it the person that is disabled, or is the environment that is disabling them?"
Episode 7 with Patricia Falcetta OAM. "Is it the person that is disabled, or is the environment that is disabling them?" ✶ Patricia is the Founder/Director of Social Living Solutions and creator of the Family Joy Program. Neurodivergent herself, Patricia’s vision is for a world where people who...
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Episode 6 with Charlie: "It's not a fad. Women were just missed."
Episode 6 with Charlie "It's not a fad. Women were just missed." Diagnosed at 44, Charlie is currently a COO for a large ecommerce business. She discovered she shared similar experiences with that of her boss who is also neurodivergent, and without them she would not have sought a diagnosis....
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Disability Expo Series (Part 2): "Not Your Neurotypical Female" at the Sydney Disability Expo
*Apologies for the background noise* Thank you to the Impact Institute for giving me this unique opportunity! Presented and recorded live on August 5, 2023. -- Raelene is a lived experience of ADHD and mental health advocate and the founder of Not Your Neurotypical Podcast on Spotify. Since being...
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Episode 5 with Brian: "Have difficult conversations"
TW: discussions of suicide and mental health, mention of rape Please consider this before listening. * Episode 5 with Brian. "Have difficult conversations" ✶ Brian (he/him) is a 21 year old gym enthusiast, mental health advocate and most of all, he is a close relative of mine. Safe to say I have...
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Disability Expo Series (Part 1): Raelene Sebastian with Georgia Free on Hope 103.2 fm
Link to the article and interview available here.
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Episode 4 with Simone: "Finding your community is super important"
A big thank you to Simone for publicly sharing her story and her diagnosis for the first time! ✶ Episode 4 with Simone. "Finding your community is super important" Simone (she/they) is a 40 year old mum to 4 boys, living in Western Sydney with her kids, husband and A LOT of pets. She has worked…
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Episode 3 with Sheila: "It's just about self-acceptance and finding what works for you."
Episode 3 with Sheila. "It's just about self-acceptance and finding what works for you." Sheila Henson is an ADHD and Neurodiversity Coach and Educator, drawing from her personal experience with ADHD and Dyscalculia to empathize with and understand the challenges faced by her clients. With a...
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Episode 2 with Frankie: "If I could choose to take away the ADHD or the cancer, take away the ADHD"
TW: Discussions of suicide, child abuse, sexual assault, rape, medication, drug abuse, cancer, and domestic violence. Please consider this before listening. Episode 2 with Frankie. "If I could choose to take away the ADHD or the cancer, take away the ADHD." Frankie is a single mother of a...
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Episode 1 with Bridget: "My whole life made sense"
Episode 1 with Bridget. "My whole life made sense." Bridget is a 29-year-old Australian woman and a proud mother of two. After being diagnosed with ADHD combined presentation in 2022, she has become passionate about breaking the stigma surrounding neurodivergent conditions. Bridget shares her...
About this show
Diagnosed with ADHD in her mid twenties, host Raelene Sebastian created the NYNT Podcast (thanks to hyperfixation) to connect with the people in this community and to reflect and learn about her own diagnosis. Each episode delves into a range of topics related to neurodivergence, highlighting the unique experiences and challenges faced by real people. Not Your Neurotypical Podcast aims to create an informative, supportive and safe space for neurodivergent individuals and their allies to connect, learn, and grow together.
Hosted by
Raelene Sebastian