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The Neurodivergent Experience
The Neurodivergent Experience is a podcast about the funny, frustrating, messy and sometimes ridiculous realities of neurodivergent life.
Hosted by Jordan James and Simon Scott, each episode takes some of Reddit’s most interesting stories, dilemmas, disasters and discussions — from posts explicitly about autism, ADHD and neurodivergence to those where there might be more going on beneath the surface — and looks at them through a neurodivergent lens.
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Episodes
The Neurodivergent ExperienceHot Topic: The Truth About “Overdiagnosis” — Debunking Reform UK’s Agenda on Neurodivergent Children
In this Hot Topic episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, Jordan James and Simon Scott respond to shocking recent comments from Reform UK’s deputy leader…
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Five Years After Lockdown: How It Changed Neurodivergent Lives
In this episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, Jordan James and Simon Scott look back at five years since the COVID-19 lockdown — and how that period…
The Neurodivergent ExperienceMindful Mondays With Ashley Bentley: Two Hemispheres, One Story | How Your Brain Writes Your State
Your brain is constantly switching between two modes of knowing: the left hemisphere’s precision and prediction, and the right hemisphere’s intuition and…
The Neurodivergent ExperienceHot Topic: How Autism Charities Misrepresent Autistic People — And Why It’s Harmful
In this Hot Topic episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, Jordan James and Simon Scott break down a new research article showing how major autism charities…
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Childhood Autism Diagnosis: Would It Have Made Our Lives Any Different?
In this episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, Jordan James and Simon Scott dive into a huge question many late-diagnosed autistic and ADHD adults wrestle…
The Neurodivergent ExperienceMindful Mondays With Ashley Bentley: The Quiet Art of Returning Home to Your Body
November Neuroscience for the Neurodivergent Nervous System In this deeply grounding episode, we explore the gentle, transformative world of somatic regulation…
The Neurodivergent ExperienceHot Topic: What Fake Reason Causes Autism This Week?
In this Hot Topic episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, Jordan James and Simon Scott pull apart the latest headline claiming that “COVID during pregnancy…
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I Don’t Belong Here: Imposter Syndrome and the Neurodivergent Brain
In this episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, Jordan James and Simon Scott open up about imposter syndrome — the belief that you’re never good enough…
The Neurodivergent ExperienceMindful Mondays With Ashley Bentley: The Breath Between Worlds
Part 2 of our November Neuroscience for the Neurodivergent Nervous System series Your breath is more than air - it’s a bridge between worlds. In this week’s…
The Neurodivergent ExperienceHot Topic: Autistic Workers Deserve Pay – The “Volunteer” Scandal
In this Hot Topic episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, Jordan James and Simon Scott discuss two shocking news stories exposing how autistic workers are…
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Growing Up (Financially): A Neurodivergent Guide to Money, Growth & Stability
In this episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, Jordan James and Simon Scott dive into the complicated relationship between money and neurodivergent brains—…
The Neurodivergent ExperienceMindful Mondays With Ashley Bentley: The Ladder Within | Understanding Your Nervous System
Learning the language of safety, connection, and calm for the neurodivergent brain and body. This week, we begin a brand new series - November Neuroscience for…
The Neurodivergent ExperienceHot Topic: Neurodivergent Halloween Special – Finding Comfort in the Dark
In this Halloween edition of The Hot Topic, Jordan James and Simon Scott delve into why many autistic and ADHD individuals are drawn to horror — from jump…
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100K Downloads Later: How Friendship and Community Changed Everything
In this milestone episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, Jordan James and Simon Scott celebrate a huge moment — over 100,000 downloads — and reflect on how…
The Neurodivergent ExperienceMindful Mondays With Ashley Bentley: Winds, Waves & Resilience: Nature’s Lessons in Adaptation
Learning to bend, flow, and rise again. In this final episode of the Nature as Teacher month, Ashley Bentley explores how the changing elements - wind, water…
The Neurodivergent ExperienceHot Topic: We're Not On The Autism Spectrum, We're In It
In this Hot Topic episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, Jordan James and Simon Scott react to a recent Independent article questioning the old idea of a…
The Neurodivergent ExperienceMindful Mondays With Ashley Bentley: The Art of Allowing | Lessons from the Forest
This week on Mindful Mondays, we explore what it means to truly allow — to let life, emotions, and even other people simply be as they are. Spiritual teacher…
The Neurodivergent ExperienceHot Topic: The Problem Isn’t “Profound Autism” — It’s the Label Itself
In this Hot Topic episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, Jordan James and Simon Scott respond to the growing media push to divide the autism spectrum —…
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What School Taught Us (That It Shouldn’t Have)
In this raw and heartfelt episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, Simon Scott and Jordan James open up about their own school experiences and how they…
The Neurodivergent ExperienceMindful Mondays With Ashley Bentley: The Beauty of Letting Go | Autumn Leaves & Seasonal Change
In this episode of Mindful Mondays, Ashley explores the art of release for the neurodivergent mind through the wisdom of nature’s changing seasons. Just as…
The Neurodivergent ExperienceHot Topic: Kellie Bright’s Autism Documentary Exposes Broken SEND System
In this Hot Topic episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, Simon Scott and Jordan James react to the brand-new BBC Panorama documentary Autism, Schools and…
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The Divergent Gift: Unboxing Autism - A Ground-Breaking Documentary
In this episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, Jordan James and Simon Scott sit down with filmmaker and educator Bret Malley to discuss his groundbreaking…
The Neurodivergent ExperienceMindful Mondays With Ashley Bentley: Walking Off the Storm | Nature, Overwhelm, the Chemicals of Calm and the Wonder of Awe
In this episode of Mindful Mondays, Ashley explores how nature helps us move through overwhelm and restore balance. From the science of the “happiness…
The Neurodivergent ExperienceHot Topic: Autism Is Genetic — And That’s Not a Bad Thing
In this Hot Topic episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, Jordan James and Simon Scott unpack sensationalist headlines, genetic blame narratives, and the…
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Nature Heals: How the Outdoors Supports Neurodivergent Minds
In this episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, Jordan, Simon, and Ashley explore the powerful relationship between nature, neurodivergence, chronic pain…
The Neurodivergent ExperienceMindful Mondays With Ashley Bentley: Routines, Rhythms & Play — Building Gentle Architecture for Life
Routines can be a lifeline for neurodivergent brains — creating safety, reducing decision fatigue, and bringing balance to daily life. But when structure…
The Neurodivergent ExperienceHot Topic: Trump, Tylenol & Autism - Why Misinformation Hurts Us All
In this week’s Hot Topic of The Neurodivergent Experience, Jordan James and Simon Scott tackle the shocking claim made by Donald Trump linking paracetamol…
The Neurodivergent ExperienceMindful Mondays With Ashley Bentley: Releasing the Shoulds — Finding Freedom in Choice
How often do you catch yourself thinking I should… or I have to…? In this episode of Mindful Mondays with Ashley Bentley, we explore how the language of…
The Neurodivergent ExperienceHot Topic: “But You Don’t Look Autistic”
In this week’s Hot Topic episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, Jordan James and Simon Scott unpack a powerful story about a photography exhibition in South…
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Out of Sight, Out of Mind: Object Permanence and Neurodivergent Life
In this episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, Jordan James and Simon Scott dive deep into the often-overlooked concept of object permanence and how it…
The Neurodivergent ExperienceMindful Mondays With Ashley Bentley: Dancing with Time — Presence Beyond the Clock
What if time isn’t your enemy, but a rhythm you can learn to flow with? In this episode of Mindful Mondays with Ashley Bentley, we delve into time blindness…
The Neurodivergent ExperienceHot Topic: 90% of Autistic Adults Over 40 In The UK Undiagnosed
In this Hot Topic episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, Jordan James and Simon Scott react to new research showing that over 90% of autistic adults over 40…
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Life on High Volume: The Ups and Downs of Hypersensitivity
In this episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, Jordan James and Simon Scott share their lived experiences with sensory hypersensitivity — from painful…
The Neurodivergent ExperienceMindful Mondays With Ashley Bentley: The Power of Presence & Radical Acceptance
Start your week with clarity and calm. In this pilot of Mindful Mondays with Ashley Bentley, discover how presence and acceptance can transform overwhelm, ease…
The Neurodivergent ExperienceHot Topic: How to Recognize and Manage Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria (RSD)
In this eye-opening episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, Jordan James and Simon Scott unpack the growing awareness of Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria…
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Knowledge Is Power: How Self-Advocacy Transforms The Neurodivergent Experience
In this episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, Simon Scott is joined by returning co-host Jordan James for a deep dive into advocacy, self-acceptance, and…
The Neurodivergent ExperienceHot Topic: AI Imposters - When Disability Becomes Content
Can you spot the difference between real advocacy and AI fakery? In this week’s NeuroSpicy Hot Topic from The Neurodivergent Experience, hosts Jordan James and…
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Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome & Neurodivergence: Living with Invisible Illness, Pain & Burnout
In this eye-opening episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, Simon Scott is joined by hypnotherapist and breathwork practitioner Ashley Bentley to explore the…
The Neurodivergent ExperienceHot Topic: More Than Focus - The Real-Life Benefits of ADHD Medication
Are ADHD medications just about focus? In this week’s NeuroSpicy Hot Topic from The Neurodivergent Experience, hosts Jordan James and Simon Scott break down a…
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Pathological Demand Avoidance: The Everyday Struggle You Can’t See
Struggling with everyday tasks as a neurodivergent adult? In this candid and insightful episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, hosts Jordan James and Simon…
The Neurodivergent ExperienceHot Topic: Neurodivergent Conservation - How Special Interests Can Help Save The Planet
🔥 In this purpose-driven Hot Topic, Jordan and Simon explore the powerful link between neurodivergence, hyperfocus, and conservation—and how autistic and ADHD…
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The Neurodivergent Guide to Better Sleep: Circadian Rhythms, Sensory Tools & Overcoming Insomnia
Struggling with sleep as a neurodivergent adult? In this eye-opening episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, hosts Jordan James and Simon Scott welcome…
The Neurodivergent ExperienceHot Topic: Lucy Bronze and Neurodivergent Excellence in Women's Sport
🔥 In this celebratory and deeply reflective Hot Topic, Jordan and Simon unpack the extraordinary neuro-affirming impact of Lucy Bronze—the most decorated…
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Why Don't People Like Me?: What Is Perception Sensitivity Dysphoria?
In this vulnerable and thought-provoking episode, Jordan and Simon unpack perception sensitivity dysphoria – a lesser-known offshoot of rejection sensitivity…
The Neurodivergent ExperienceHot Topic: Why the New Superman Is the Hero Neurodivergent Minds Need Right Now
🔥In this heartfelt and passionate Hot Topic, Jordan and Simon react to the cultural and emotional impact of the new James Gunn Superman film—and why it's…
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The Circle of Control: Managing Nervous System Regulation, Sensory Overwhelm and Burnout Recovery
In this powerful and deeply relatable episode, Jordan and Simon sit down with breathwork practitioner and nervous system regulation specialist Ashley Bentley…
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Escaping the Manosphere: Reclaiming Men’s Mental Health (Part 2)
This is Part 2 of our in-depth series on men’s mental health, masculinity, and the dangerous rise of red pill/manosphere culture. If you haven’t yet, go back…
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Escaping the Manosphere: Reclaiming Men’s Mental Health (Part 1)
In this deeply personal and powerfully honest episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, hosts Jordan James and Simon Scott explore the complex landscape of…
The Neurodivergent ExperienceHot Topic: Keir Starmer’s PIP U-Turn - What Labour Got Wrong (and Why It Matters)
🔥In this explosive Hot Topic episode, Jordan and Simon unpack the recent controversial U-turn on proposed PIP (Personal Independence Payment) reforms by the UK…
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"Animals Are Better Than People": Our Neurodivergent Connection to Wildlife
In this episode, Jordan, Simon, and guest Chris Ash delve into the unique and powerful relationships between neurodivergent individuals and animals. From pet…
The Neurodivergent ExperienceHot Topic: Would You Wear a Neurodivergent ID Wristband?
🔥In this week's Hot Topic episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, hosts Jordan James and Simon Scott break down a bold new initiative: Devon & Cornwall…
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Neurodivergent Parenting Q & A: Social Struggles, Sensory Overload & Surviving Meltdowns
In this episode, hosts Jordan James, Simon Scott, and special guest Sylvia James dive deep into your questions about the unspoken chaos of neurodivergent…
The Neurodivergent ExperienceHot Topic: ADHD Referrals Denied After 25? What the NHS Isn’t Telling You
🔥In this week's Hot Topic episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, Jordan James and Simon Scott unpack the announcement that Coventry and Warwickshire NHS…
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You’ve Got An ND Friend In Me: Sensory Clashes, RSD, And The Joy Of ND Connection
In this episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, Jordan James and Simon Scott dive into the chaotic beauty of neurodivergent friendships. From the heartbreak…
The Neurodivergent ExperienceHot Topic: CBD Experiments On Autistic Children
🔥In this week's Hot Topic episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, Jordan James and Simon Scott unpack a recent study testing CBD (cannabidiol) on autistic…
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Girls Are Autistic Too: Misdiagnosed By Misogyny
In this episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, Jordan James and Simon Scott are joined by in-house therapist Ashley Bentley to explore the key differences…
The Neurodivergent ExperienceHot Topic: Elon Musk's Big Beautiful Meltdown
🔥In this week's Hot Topic episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, Jordan James and Simon Scott dive deep into the high-profile fallout between Elon Musk and…
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Dyslexia Isn't the Problem, The English Language Is
In this episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, Jordan James and Simon Scott dive into life with dyslexia and how the quirks of the English language—like…
The Neurodivergent ExperienceHot Topic: Jamie Oliver And Media's Role in Shaping Neurodivergent Narratives
🔥In this week's Hot Topic episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, hosts Jordan James and Simon Scott dive into celebrity chef Jamie Oliver’s recent…
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Why Is Eating So Hard? Food, ARFID & the Neurodivergent Brain
In this episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, Jordan James and Simon Scott are once again joined by Sophie James as they get real about the challenges…