ADHDville Podcast - Let's chat ADHD

We're your ex-mayors, Martin and Paul, and this week we're talking about something that hits every single one of us with an ADHD brain at the worst possible moments: choice paralysis. You know the scene. You walk into a coffee shop. 383 billion drink combinations. You just wanted an espresso with a little extra water… but it "doesn't have a name." So you walk out with nothing. Or worse, a Venti Americano you didn't want. Paul doesn't get choice paralysis. He once moved to Palermo on a whim and stayed three years. Martin, on the other hand, still hasn't spent $1,000 he owes himself from 2020 because he can't decide what instrument to buy. Together, we break down: * Why the ADHD brain treats every option like an emergency 🚨 * The difference between small choices (wine labels, screw tops, gold foil) and big life decisions * Three weirdly effective hacks to break the brain freeze (including the coin flip trick that actually works) Plus: a quiz about Eddies in history, a run-in with a Michelin sommelier, and the real reason Paul buys rosé based on font design. If you've ever stood in a supermarket aisle for 20 minutes trying to pick a pasta sauce… this one's for you. 🔔 Subscribe for fresh ADHD chaos every Tuesday.

Ever feel like certain sounds — loud chewing, slurping, bagpipes, or even someone saying the word "trimmings" — send your brain from zero to rage in 0.2 seconds? Welcome to misophonia, the not-so-fun cousin of ADHD sensory sensitivity. In this episode, your honorary ex-mayors of ADHDville, Martin and Paul, get into the good, the bad, and the please-make-it-stop sounds that trigger disproportionate levels of internal chaos. From noodle slurping in China to accidentally befriending a mosquito in Italy (yes, really), they explore why ADHD brains struggle to filter certain noises and why that baby crying on the plane isn't just annoying — it's physically painful. Plus: harpsichords, farting as a greeting (not a joke), and a quiz that goes exactly where you'd expect. So grab a drink (no beer with milk, please), put on your headphones, and join us for a very loud chat about why silence is sometimes the only true love language. 🔊 New episodes every Tuesday. Subscribe for more ADHD chaos, curiosity, and questionable life choices.

In this episode of ADHDville, Martin and Paul are back in the (sexy) room to talk about everyone's favorite dopamine hit: love. Fresh off the back of Valentine's Day, the boys get real about what it's like to navigate romance, friendship, and intense connections when your brain is wired for hyperfocus and rejection sensitivity. Paul shares the legendary story of running a lamppost poster campaign just to find a girl he met on a bus—was it romantic or just "creepy"? We let you decide. Martin breaks down why our love is less like a paddle in the shallow end and more like swimming in a mountainous ocean of emotion. We also discuss: * The difference between neurodivergent "love bombing" and the manipulative kind. * Why the "shiny new toy" phase eventually wears off (and what comes next). * Shakespeare's invented words and why we need a new dictionary for love. * The quiz: Which historical figure proposed with a literal pros-and-cons list? (Hint: It involved dogs and in-laws). Plus, we rate love on the official ADHDville Dopamine vs. Burnout scale. Spoiler: It's a full 10/10 on both. 👍 Don't forget to like, subscribe, and tell us in the comments: Would you find Paul's poster campaign romantic or creepy? -------------------------------------- ADHDville, the podcast where hosts Paul and Martin bring 40 years of friendship to your ears. As late-diagnosed adults, they explore the ADHD world with fun, games, and the occasional guest—no boring lectures, just a comfortable and hilarious conversation you'd have with old friends. A new episode drops every Tuesday to make your week brighter! --------------------------------------- Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West. Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

Ready to level up your understanding of ADHD? This week, your favourite ex-mayors of ADHDville, Martin and Paul, are rolling the dice on a brilliant topic: ADHD and Board Games! We're cracking open the box on why games are a secret weapon for the neurospicy brain. Ever feel the magical focus of being "in the zone" during a game? Struggled with the infamous "two-move wall" in chess? Or used a card game to finally shut off the day's noise? From ancient Egyptian luck rituals to modern strategy epics, we're exploring the stats, the science, and the sheer fun of how board games help with regulation, connection, and giving our busy brains a perfectly defined world to play in. All served with our usual casual chaos, personal stories, and a very questionable quiz. Subscribe to ADHDville for your weekly dose of insight and laughs. Drop a comment below – what's your ADHD board game story? --------------------------------------- Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West. Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

This week I have no laptop and no co-host so with one hand tied behind my back, here is a quick episode on what's going on and I yabber on about ADHD and having Bronchitis.

Martin and Paul are back in the (brand new year) room! After a wild ride through 2025, your ex-mayors of ADHDville are throwing themselves headfirst into 2026. With no script, no plan, and absolutely zero chill, they're here to: ✨ Review the ADHD year that was – from rejection-sensitive dysphoria and career chaos to navigating the messy, beautiful overlap of autism and ADHD. ✨ Predict the unpredictable – What's coming in 2026? More chaos? A sweet spot of productivity? A world on fire? They're grabbing a flask of coffee and trying to figure it out. ✨ Share the real, unfiltered chat – Getting fired over Twiglets, singing Gregorian chants in cabs, and the eternal struggle of making money with a neurodivergent brain. It's all on the table. Join Martin (diagnosed combined ADHD, 2013) and Paul (diagnosed combined ADHD, two years ago) in the local pub of ADHDville, The King's Agitated Head, for laughs, tangents, solidarity, and a legendary quiz to kick the year off. Strap in for another year of detours, distractions, and unexpected landmarks on the main road. This is ADHDville – where the chaos is part of the charm. Subscribe for your weekly dose of neurospicy camaraderie. New episodes every Tuesday. #ADHDville #ADHD #AdultADHD #Autism #Neurodiversity #Podcast #NewYear #2026

-------------------------------------- ADHDville, the podcast where hosts Paul and Martin bring 40 years of friendship to your ears. As late-diagnosed adults, they explore the ADHD world with fun, games, and the occasional guest—no boring lectures, just a comfortable and hilarious conversation you'd have with old friends. A new episode drops every Tuesday to make your week brighter! --------------------------------------- Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West. Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.

Ever started a new hobby with hyper-focus enthusiasm, only to find it abandoned in a cupboard a week later? You're not alone. In this week's episode of ADHDville, your ex-co-mayors Martin and Paul dive into the wonderfully chaotic world of ADHD and hobbies. Join us as we explore why our brains are magnetically drawn to new passions, the secret (and sometimes absurd) hobbies we keep, and the fine line between a fulfilling pastime and a pricey, forgotten hyper-fixation. From bizarre hobby quizzes to the mental health benefits of finding your flow, we cover it all with our signature blend of lived experience and humour. Ready to jump in? Here are the key timecodes for the main segments: * 01:23 – Welcome to the episode: ADHD & Hobbies * 03:46 – Secret & Short-Lived Hobbies: Guessing Martin's secret pastimes and discussing the classic ADHD cycle of intense starts and sudden abandonments. * 11:33 – Hobby Psychology & Benefits: How hobbies provide dopamine, aid mental well-being, and can help us enter a therapeutic "flow state". * 25:18 – Micro-Hobbies & Collections: The appeal of small, manageable interests and the fascinating world of collecting everything from vintage door latches to Harry Houdini memorabilia. * 42:17 – The Dark Side of Hobbies: When hobbies become tools for procrastination and avoidance. * 46:12 – The Dopamine Rating: Martin and Paul score the overall "dopamine hit" vs. "burnout potential" of hobbies for the ADHD brain. * 48:49 – Community Corner: Shoutouts to listeners and their current creative projects. * 58:46 – The Hobby Quiz: Can you spot the real, bizarre hobby from the ones Paul invented? Whether you're a serial hobby-starter or have one lifelong passion, this episode is a relatable and hilarious look at how the ADHD brain engages with the things we love to do. Listen now! -------------------------------------- ADHDville, the podcast where hosts Paul and Martin bring 40 years of friendship to your ears. As late-diagnosed adults, they explore the ADHD world with fun, games, and the occasional guest—no boring lectures, just a comfortable and hilarious conversation you'd have with old friends. A new episode drops every Tuesday to make your week brighter! --------------------------------------- Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West. Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.