Hypercast: An ADHD Podcast
Hypercast is your companion through the world of ADHD, offering an authentic and engaging look at life with ADHD. Join ADHD coaches Melissa and Brianna as they navigate the complexities of ADHD with heart, humor, and expert insights. From discussions on the latest research to personal stories of triumphs and struggles, Hypercast delves deep into every facet of ADHD.
Whether you're newly diagnosed, a long-time ADHDer, or someone who loves and supports an ADHDer, this podcast is for you. We explore a variety of topics, from ADHD relationships, late diagnosis, and co-occurring conditions to practical advice on everyday challenges.
Hypercast provides a supportive space for open, honest, and well-informed conversations about ADHD, including the cultural misconceptions and stigmas surrounding it. Melissa and Brianna share strategies, tools, and encouragement to help listeners thrive and navigate a world not built for their neurodivergent minds.
Tune in for insightful discussions, real-life experiences, and resources to help you along the ADHD journey, and know you're not alone. Hypercast is your auditory haven, bringing community and understanding to every episode.
Episodes
53 episodes
Goodbye (for now)
Two years. Over 50 episodes. And a whole lot of feelings.This is our final episode of Hypercast — and true to form, neither of us came fully prepared for how messy it would feel to say goodbye. In this episode, we reflect on what this p...
The ADHD Strength You’ve Been Ignoring
Where is creativity already showing up in your life that you just haven’t labeled as creativity yet?ADHD creativity is more than art; it shows up in ideation, problem-solving, communication, and how you think differently than everyone e...
ADHD and Chronic Pain: What Doctors Miss - With Dr. Michael Lenz
If you have ADHD or Autism and deal with chronic pain, migraines, IBS, or unexplained fatigue, your doctors may be missing a critical connection that could finally explain why nothing seems to work.For years, people with ADHD and au...
ADHD Therapy That Actually Works For Your Brain
Ever been in therapy and wondered, “Is this actually helping?”This episode breaks down what ADHD-informed/ Neuro-affirming therapy is supposed to look like—and why so many ADHDers feel stuck or blamed instead.If therapy hasn’t...
The Real Reasons ADHD Follow-Through Falls Apart
Why does momentum just die when you have ADHD—right when things start going well?In this grounded, real-talk episode of Hypercast, Melissa and Brianna unpack why ADHD follow-through collapses around the 80% mark, and what actually works whe...
I Thought It Was Just ADHD — Living with Both ADHD & Autism
I thought treating my ADHD would solve everything. Instead, it uncovered something I'd been missing for years—my autism.What happens when your ADHD meds work, but you're still struggling? When the diagnosis explains some things...
ADHD vs Love: Why ADHD Makes You Feel Like a Bad Partner
Ever feel like you're failing your partner—no matter how hard you try?ADHD can twist even the best intentions into missed connections, misunderstood actions, and emotional disconnection. In this episode of Hypercast, we unpack the raw truth...
Overwhelmed by Your Emotions? ADHD Might Be Why
Ever feel like your emotions hijack your brain? One second you’re fine—then you're spiraling over something as small as someone eating your last frozen waffle.If you live with ADHD, this emotional rollercoaster isn't just a personality quir...
ADHD Community: How to Find People Who Truly Get You
They Get Me.There’s nothing like the moment you meet someone and just know they get it. This episode explores how ADHDers find that kind of connection, what it takes to build a safe, supportive ADHD Community, and what it looks and feels li...
ADHD Cleaning Motivation: Tips That Actually Work
🧼 Why does cleaning feel so overwhelming with ADHD?You’re not lazy—you’re juggling executive dysfunction, sensory overload, and unrealistic expectations. In this episode, we unpack why “just cleaning” isn’t so simple when you have ADHD—and ...
You Might Not Know Who You Are (Because of ADHD Masking)
If you’ve lived a lifetime of masking, you might not genuinely know who you are.In this episode of Hypercast, we dig into ADHD masking—what it is, why we do it, and how it shapes everything from our identity to our relationships, mental...
ADHD Meds, Burnout & Chaos—We Pulled Topics from a Box
No script. No prep. Just two ADHD coaches/experts pulling random topics out of a box and seeing where the conversation goes. This episode of Hypercast: Topic Roulette hits everything from meds and burnout to career chaos and academic struggles—...
Can’t Keep Up? The Hidden Cost of ADHD & Unrealistic Expectations
Feeling like you're always behind—even when you're doing your best?In this episode of Hypercast, Melissa and Brianna unpack the complicated relationship ADHDers have with expectations—from perfectionism and time blindness to burnout and sha...
ADHD and Gaming: Dopamine Trap or Productivity Hack?
Are video games supporting your focus—or stealing your time and dopamine? In this episode of Hypercast, we unpack the upsides, the pitfalls, and how to use gamification to support your ADHD brain instead of fighting it....
ADHD & Adulting: Why Is This So Hard?!
Feeling like ADHD is making adulting impossible? You’re not alone.From keeping up with bills to managing emotions in public, ADHD can make adult responsibilities feel overwhelming. In this Hypercast episode, we break down the real chall...
She Was Undiagnosed for Years—Now She’s Making a Documentary
For documentarian Jessi Sorensen, ADHD wasn’t even on her radar until adulthood. Like so many others, she spent years misdiagnosed and struggling without answers. Now, she’s turning her personal journey into Anything But ADHD, a documentary tha...
ADHD Isn’t Something to Fix—Here’s Why
ADHD isn’t something to fix—it’s something to understand. In this episode, we explore how outdated views of ADHD and neurodiversity have caused harm and why shifting to a neuro-affirming perspective makes a difference. We also discuss a major U...
The Hidden Dangers of ADHD Misinformation (What You Need to Know!)
🚨 ADHD misinformation is everywhere—are you falling for it? In this episode of Hypercast, we expose the false ADHD advice spreading online, from misleading TikTok videos to myths that hold ADHDers back. According to studies, 52% of ADHD content...
ADHD & Food: Why Eating Feels Impossible (and How to Fix It)
🔥 "Eating with ADHD is exhausting. Whether you forget meals, binge late at night, or struggle with food and focus—you're not alone, and there's a way to fix it."📌 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:✔️ Why eating feels impossible with...
The Truth About ADHD, Addiction & Dopamine
Struggling with addiction—or supporting someone who is? ADHD and addiction are deeply connected, from dopamine system differences to impulsivity and risk-taking. In this episode, we break it all down with addiction expert Mark Gray, sharing ins...
From Failing to Thriving: ADHD Strategies Every College Student Needs
Are you finding it difficult to balance college life with ADHD? In this episode of Hypercast, we explore real stories and practical strategies for overcoming executive function challenges in college. Discover how to manage your routines, cope w...
Decoding ADHD: The Complete Guide To Diagnosis And Support
Confused about ADHD diagnosis and assessment?Learn what the process involves, how it helps, and what to do next.🎙️ In this episode of Hypercast, we explore ADHD diagnosis and assessment with expert psychologist Heidi Keefe, M.C. Dis...
Feeling Overwhelmed? Here's How To Reset Your ADHD Systems
Struggling to keep your ADHD systems on track? Learn how to reset and thrive after breakdowns! ADHD systems break—it's inevitable. In this episode of Hypercast: An ADHD Podcast, Melissa and Brianna share personal stories and strategies for rebu...
Integrating Growth: Mindfulness for ADHD Minds | ADHD & Mindfulness Series Pt. 3
What does growth look like when mindfulness becomes a way of life? In Part 3 of our ADHD and mindfulness series, Melissa and Brianna explore how to integrate mindfulness into daily routines to support lasting growth and positive change....
Embracing Your Authentic Self: Mindfulness for ADHD Minds | Mindfulness Series Pt. 2
What does it mean to truly be yourself? In Part 2 of our ADHD and Mindfulness series, Melissa and Brianna, along with their guest Dr. Allan Donsky, explore how mindfulness helps you pause, tune in, and embrace who you really are.Discove...