
Under the Hat: What ADHD Kids Wish We Knew
In this kickoff episode of my new series, Under the Hat: What ADHD Kids Wish We Knew, I take you inside the real struggles behind ADHD behavior and how we can reroute the parenting and teaching roadma...
2 Mai 202517min

The Patience Trail - Navigating ADHD and Life’s Traffic Jams
This week, I’m solo on the mic — and feeling it — as I dive into one of the hardest lessons for ADHD brains: patience. Inspired by a weekend stuck on I-70 (again), I’m sharing real stories, including ...
24 Apr 202514min

NYC’s Dean of Empathy – Matt Bonavita on ADHD, Education & Empathy
Today’s episode is a special one—because it’s personal. I’m sitting down with Matt Bonavita, an educator, dean, professor, and longtime advocate for neurodiverse students in New York City. But before ...
18 Apr 202531min

Embracing Neurodiversity in Zoos & Aquariums with Grayson Ponti
In this week’s episode of Backpacking Through ADHD, I’m live from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums conference with a very special guest—Grayson Ponti, founder of ZANE and a passionate advocate fo...
10 Apr 202522min

The Overlooked Connection - ADHD and Menopause
Robin Keith, CEO of EcoLeaders and soon-to-be Ph.D. in Leadership Studies, joins me for a powerful conversation on the overlooked connection between ADHD, perimenopause, and menopause. Together, we ex...
3 Apr 202536min

ADHD & The Word "No"
Saying no should be simple, but for ADHD brains, it’s anything but. Whether it’s people-pleasing, overcommitting, or feeling guilty every time you set a boundary, you’re not alone. In this episode, we...
27 Mar 202520min

Fueling Focus - The Power of Food
ADHD brains and food? It’s complicated. Whether you’re forgetting to eat, chasing sugar for a dopamine boost, or struggling to get your kid to eat anything besides Goldfish, you’re not alone. In this ...
20 Mar 202512min

Empathy and ADHD Connections
Connection isn’t just a luxury—it’s a lifeline for ADHD brains. Whether you’re an ADHD parent, an adult navigating friendships, or a child learning how to build relationships, connection shapes our ex...
13 Mar 202520min



















