Episodes

  • ND Stories Suzanne Oliver IP Lawyer & Investor
    Sep 22 2024

    🎙️ ADHD Founder Podcast: Neurodiversity, Law, and Unlocking Superpowers with Suzanne Oliver

    Join Michael Jakubek, founder of ND Axon, in this insightful episode of the ADHD Founder Talking Podcast. Our special guest is Suzanne Oliver, an IP lawyer, neurodivergent individual, and ND Axon's first onboarded investor. In this episode, Suzanne opens up about her journey of being diagnosed with autism and ADHD, after years of self-discovery. She shares how traits like hypervigilance, photographic memory, and super-focused skills shaped her life and career, and how she overcame challenges to embrace her neurodiversity as a source of strength.

    Michael and Suzanne delve into personal stories of navigating the world as neurodivergent individuals, the struggles of societal expectations, and the importance of embracing one’s unique brain wiring. From stories of school days to balancing high-performance careers with burnout, they explore how neurodivergent traits can be misunderstood but are often hidden superpowers waiting to be unlocked.

    Whether you're neurotypical or neurodivergent, this conversation is packed with insights into how we can all be more accepting of different ways of thinking and functioning. Suzanne’s journey is not just about the diagnosis; it’s about how embracing her identity opened new doors of self-acceptance and success.

    Key Highlights:

    • How Suzanne discovered she was neurodivergent
    • The power of self-regulation and emotional acceptance
    • The intersection of autism, ADHD, and professional success
    • Why neurodivergent people often have hidden superpowers

    This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in neurodiversity, personal growth, and rethinking societal norms.

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    32 mins
  • Trans and neuro-inclusive language
    Jan 8 2024

    Today's podcast episode is with the amazing and incredibly open trans TEDx speaker, Magda Stega. 🎙️Magda's hands-on experience and daily work with clients on trans-inclusion is outstanding, and it prompted me to discuss with her the importance of using the right language in this lesser-known world. 

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    55 mins
  • Kids are hacking schools - Podcast with Hollie Bowker
    Nov 27 2023

    In this week's episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with the incredible Hollie Bowker from the Greater Manchester Police. We tackled the intriguing topic of kids hacking schools and explored how we can redirect their passion towards legal activities, steering them away from breaking the Computer Misuse Act. 💻🔒

    🔐 Brace yourself for a conversation jam-packed with insights, laughter, and a touch of mischief! We delved into the world of cyber skills, shared tips for parents and educators, and uncovered some mind-blowing stories from the frontlines of digital mischief. 😄💥

    🎧 Tune in to this episode for a dose of inspiration, practical advice, and a few surprises along the way. You won't want to miss it! And remember, laughter is the best encryption method. 😉🤣

    #ADHDFounderTalking #podcast #hacking #cyberskills #parenting #education #laughteristhebestmedicine

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    26 mins
  • What is so interesting in cybersecurity that attracts neurodivergent individuals?
    Oct 10 2023

    In this episode, we have a conversation with Danny Dresner, a Cybersecurity Professor from the University of Manchester, who changed how universities teach cyber. We delve into the world of cybersecurity to understand what makes this industry so appealing to a wide range of people, particularly those who are neurodivergent. Tune in as Danny shares his insights and expertise in a very interesting to listen to way. Enjoy!

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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Labels & Neurodiversity Journey
    Sep 13 2023

    In this podcast episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Josh Wheeler, a radio presenter at Gaydio🏳️‍🌈, the biggest LGBTQ+ radio station, and the founder of a PR broadcast company called Be Broadcast. We dove into his ADHD journey, from discovering his neurodiversity to getting a diagnosis, and the challenges he faced along the way. Josh's story is both inspiring and relatable, and I encourage everyone to give it a listen. Whether you're neurodiverse or not, his insights and experiences will leave you feeling informed and inspired. So tune in and join us on this journey of self-discovery and growth!

    #neurodviersity #ADHD #journey #gay #LGBTQ #podcast

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    50 mins
  • How to not be a Richard (d***) to neurodivergent individiuals
    Sep 9 2023

    🎙️ In my first-ever podcast, we dive deep into the importance of neurodiversity in the workplace and the unique challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals. As two ADHD founders, we welcome a special guest, Ngozi Weller(co-founder of Aurora), who shares their personal experiences and offers valuable insights into how to not be a Richard (d***) to neurodivergent individuals and create a more inclusive environment. Tune in to learn more about this important topic and join the conversation! 🤝

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    48 mins
  • Gay & Neurodivergent - Two founders talking about business, inclusion and coming out
    Aug 15 2023

    We discuss in this episode similarities between gay and neurodivergent communities in relation to business, inclusion and coming out journey.

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    56 mins
  • Trust and neurodiversity
    Jul 15 2023

    An episode with Purvi Kay - Head of Cybersecurity GRC in one of the biggest defence companies in the world, TEDx speaker and most crucial neurodiversity advocate and ally.

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    43 mins