Get ready for a ride through the ADHD mind behind the wheel! In this episode of ADHDville, hosts Martin West and Paul Thompson—your ex-co mayors—shift gears into the complex relationship between ADHD and driving.

Strap in as they get real about the stats, the struggles, and the strange comforts of the driver's seat. Martin kicks things off with the hard facts: a 102% increased crash risk and a greater likelihood of moving violations for adults with ADHD, all rooted in those classic executive function challenges—inattention, impulsivity, and distraction.

But it’s not all doom and gloom! They share hilarious and relatable stories from their motoring pasts—from Martin’s hammer-started Lada and rogue London taxi, to Paul’s leaking MG Metro and parking-space misadventures. They also explore how modern car technology, like lane-assist and rear cameras, can be a game-changer for the ADHD brain, while questioning when it all becomes overstimulation.

From highway hyperfocus to the burnout of chaotic city driving, this is a candid, funny, and deeply insightful look at life on the road with ADHD. Perfect for anyone searching for ADHD driving tips, personal ADHD stories, or just a podcast that feels like a chat in the pub.


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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!

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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.

Episode 116 - ADHD And Driving - Confessions from the Driver's Seat

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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!

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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.

Episode 115 - Good, Bad & The Ugly #10 - We catch up. on our ADHD lives

Had enough of forced festive cheer, sensory overload, and masking through family gatherings? You’re not alone. In this defiantly anti-Christmas episode of ADHDville, your ex-co-mayors Martin and Paul ditch the eggnog and get real about why the holidays can be a neurodivergent nightmare.

From the predictable trauma of bad gravy and baffling bread sauce to the perils of unpredictable dinners and awkward presents (red underpants, anyone?), they share their own chaotic Christmas tales. They explore how ADHD brains clash with the season's demands—shattered routines, overwhelming social stimuli, and the immense pressure to perform joy.

So if you’re feeling more ‘burnout’ than ‘buon Natale’, join Martin and Paul in the tinsel-strewn ADHDville pub. It’s a validating survival guide for anyone who finds the most wonderful time of the year to be the most wonderfully exhausting.

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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!

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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.

Episode 114 - ADHD & How to Ruin Christmas: An Anti-Holiday Survival Guide

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!

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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!

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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.

Episode 113 - ADHD and Hobbies: How They Help and Hinder

Hey friends! Welcome back to ADHDville, the podcast where we chat about life, laughs, and the wonderfully wiggly world of ADHD brains.

THIS IS YOUR OFFICIAL, SPOT-ON WARNING: This episode is a properly sweary one. We’re talking oodles of f-bombs, bastards, bollocks, and creative cursing galore. If you'd rather not hear that, this might not be the episode for you. But if you’ve ever wondered why swearing just hits different with ADHD… you’re in the right (and rowdy) place.

Join hosts Paolo and Martin as we pull up a chair in our local pub, The King's Agitated Head, to unpack:
🔸 The SCIENCE: Why does shouting "F**K!" actually help with pain and stress? (Spoiler: It's a legit dopamine hack for ADHD brains).
🔸 The STATS: Which country swears the most? (Hint: It's not Italy!). And what's the sweariest day of the week? The answers will surprise you!
🔸 The ADHD LINK: How is explosive, impulsive swearing tied directly to our brain wiring? We get real about meltdowns and emotional release.
🔸 The CULTURE: From elegant Jane Austen insults to the lost Anglo-Saxon swear words you need in your life ("You absolute nithing!").
🔸 Personal Stories: Including the time Paolo’s childhood swearing got him in big trouble with a neighbour… who turned out to be an actual bastard.

Whether you’re here for the laughs, the relatable ADHD moments, or just to hear two mates have a brilliantly profane chat, we’re glad you’re here. Grab a beverage, put the headphones in, and let’s get into it.

Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE for your weekly dose of ADHDville!


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Welcome to 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!

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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.

Episode 112 - ADHD & Swearing: Why Our Brains Love to Say "F***"

It's Tuesday, welcome back to ADHDville!

Ever find yourself reaching for the same simple, comforting meal when your energy is low or your brain feels overwhelmed? You're not alone, and there's a surprising reason why.

In this week's episode, we're diving into the wonderfully warm and often overlooked world of ADHD and Soup. Join ex-mayors Paul and Martin as they explore why soup is more than just a meal—it's a powerful tool for the neurodivergent brain.

We’ll break down the key connections, including:

 * Sensory Regulation: How predictable textures and temperatures can be a safe harbour.
 * Reduced Decision Fatigue & Effort: Why the simple, one-pot, one-spoon meal is an executive functioning lifesaver.
 * Comfort Through Routine: The stability of a familiar meal in a chaotic world.
 * Gastrointestinal Considerations: The unexpected link between digestion, ADHD, and easy-to-process foods.

From canned tomato soup nostalgia to the debate of chunky vs. smooth, we're serving up a hearty discussion filled with personal stories, laughs, and a surprisingly chaotic soup quiz.

So, grab your favourite broth, cup of soup, or pot noodle, and join us in the King's Agitated Head pub for a conversation that's as comforting as the topic itself.



Episode 111 - ADHD & The Secret Power of Soup: Comfort, Regulation & Low-Effort

Ready for a dose of real talk and late-diagnosis wisdom? Welcome back to ADHDville!

This week, we are thrilled to be re-joined by the fantastic Jenny Lucas! When Jenny was last with us, she was just starting to write a book. Now, she’s back holding the finished product in her hands: 'Autism, ADHD And Me - Your no-bullshit guide to life after late diagnosis.'

In this candid conversation, Jenny pulls back the curtain on her entire process, from the initial idea to becoming an Amazon #1 bestseller (and even knocking a famous comedian off the top spot!). We dive into:
✨ The ADHD-friendly way she wrote and structured her book so you can cherry-pick chapters without the guilt.
✨ The hyper-focused "author weekends" she used to get it done with a busy family and a day job.
✨ The powerful message behind her work—moving beyond seeing our traits as "good" or "bad" and finding validation.

If you've ever struggled with self-acceptance, wondered how to tackle a big project, or just want to feel less alone on your neurodivergent journey, this episode is for you.

So, settle in and get ready for an inspiring chat. Let's get started!

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Link to all things Jenny Lucas [https://welcome.audhdistically.me/start-here]

Episode 110. - ADHDville with Guest Jenny Lucas

Welcome back to ADHDville! This week, hosts Paul and Martin (the ex-co mayors of ADHDville) are tackling a topic that's big, toothy, and full of dopamine: Dinosaurs! Why do these ancient creatures captivate the AuDHD mind so completely? Was it the 165 million years they ruled the Earth, or the thrill of discovering something massive and mysterious?   The boys share their own dino-obsessed childhoods, from bedtime books and trips to the Natural History Museum to dreams of becoming paleontologists. They discuss everything from the Flintstones' smoking habits and fossilized footprints to a special "spooky dinosaur quiz." Strap in for a fun, funny, and deeply relatable look at one of the most classic neurodivergent interests.

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Welcome to 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!

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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.

Episode 109 - ADHD & Dinosaurs. (Maybe Our Autism Is Showing)

Welcome to 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!

This week it's game time! In Room 101 the co-hosts go head to head and try and banish things they hate about ADHD into Room 101. Who will win this week? 

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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.

Episode 108 - ADHD Room 101 - Game 2

With spooky seasonality the ex co-mayors of ADHDville have managed to get themselves together to do a Halloween special!  Paul does not like Halloween, can Martin persuade his co host that it's an awesome holiday? Let's find out !!!

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.

Episode 107 - Halloween ADHD Special

Welcome to ADHDville - an Adult ADHD Podcast—a place where two old friends (who’ve known each other for way too long) talk about the beautiful glittery chaos of ADHD. We’re here for the laughs, the stories, and yes, sometimes even advice… but don’t take us too seriously.

Think of us as an ADHD park bench: plenty of space, no judgment, and maybe a squirrel or two. We chat about the wild ride that is adult ADHD, bring in the occasional guest for fresh perspectives, and somehow always end up on a completely unrelated tangent.

We’re not professionals (unless you count professional over-sharers), we're all about real talk, big laughs, and a lot of “same!” moments. Grab a seat and join Paul and Martin (the co-mayors of ADHDville) on this hilariously messy journey!

Martin West

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