talkADHD
Hosted by Matt Gupwell
A UK-based podcast where a neurodiversity mentor and a senior ADHD nurse practitioner debunk social media myths and discuss ADHD from an evidence-based perspective.
A UK-based show where a neurodiversity mentor (Matt Gupwell) and a senior ADHD nurse (Andrew Jay) tackle ADHD topics with a strong evidence-based filter. [fraz3z5gz4M, 4] Episodes often debunk misinformation found on social media or analyze how ADHD is portrayed in media, contrasting resonant "truths" with clinical reality. [fraz3z5gz4M, iPoRqru0pJY] It's a mix of co-hosted discussions and interviews with clinical experts, researchers, and individuals with professional and personal experience with ADHD. [4BAglV4dH1U, Dbs2Mwz9VRk]
“The show's core dynamic is the interplay between Matt's perspective as a mentor with lived experience of late-diagnosed ADHD and Autism, and Andrew's rigorous clinical, evidence-based analysis. [iPoRqru0pJY, 6, 7] Unlike many ADHD podcasts, it actively confronts and debunks online misinformation, often using specific social media posts as case studies. [fraz3z5gz4M]”
Who hosts this show
Hosted by Matt Gupwell and Andrew Jay, talkADHD offers "conversations worth having" about Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. [iPoRqru0pJY] Matt is a neurodiversity professional and mentor specializing in late-diagnosed adults, while Andrew is a Senior ADHD Nurse practitioner and clinical expert. [Metadata, 7] Together, they analyze ADHD topics in the news and on social media, contrasting popular narratives with clinical evidence and lived experience. [fraz3z5gz4M, iPoRqru0pJY] The podcast is produced as part of the UK-based community interest company, divergenceWorks CiC. [Metadata, 6]
Credentials & credits
- Matt Gupwell: Neurodiversity professional, Keynote speaker, Consultant, ADHD Mentor, Author. [Metadata, 6]
- Andrew Jay: Director / Neurodevelopmental Nurse Consultant, MA Public Health, BSc (Hons) Nursing Studies, Non-medical Prescriber.
- Sara Jay (guest/contributor): Director / Neurodevelopmental Nurse Consultant, Advanced ADHD Nurse Specialist, Non-medical Prescriber.
Other ventures
- divergenceADHD (Clinic & Community).
- divergenceWorks CiC (Community Interest Company).
- ThinkNeurodiversity (Matt Gupwell's consultancy).
- divergenceADHD App.
- "Oh That's Why - Late Diagnosed" (Matt Gupwell's mentoring course). [4BAglV4dH1U]
What kind of podcast
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Region
- uk
When new episodes drop
- 01ADHD, Stigma and bias - part 1Dec 11, 2025 · 34 min
- 02Echoes, Algorithms & ADHD: Why Resonance Isn’t the Same as TruthAug 7, 2025 · 44 min
- 03Contented? How ADHD is presented online?Jul 24, 2025 · 38 min
- 04Professor Steven Faraone talks Adult ADHDJul 3, 2025 · 49 min
- 05NHS ADHD TASKFORCE - WHAT WAS THE POINT?Jun 26, 2025 · 37 min
- 06TALKADHD - Conversations worth havingJan 20, 2025 · 57 min
- 07ADHD Medication explained.Jan 6, 2025 · 25 min
- 08ADHD, Burnout and OverwhelmDec 12, 2024 · 57 min
Notable episodes
- 01Echoes, Algorithms & ADHD: Why Resonance Isn’t the Same as Truth
A clear example of the show's core mission: debunking popular but misleading ADHD narratives from social media with an evidence-based clinical perspective.
- 02Contented? How ADHD is presented online?
This episode uniquely uses the host's own guest appearance on another podcast as a case study to discuss authenticity, imposter syndrome, and the difference between lived experience and clinical expertise.
- 03ADHD, Stigma and bias - part 1
An interview that reveals the host's personal connection to the topic, as the guest is his wife, a clinician who also has ADHD, providing a multi-layered perspective on diagnosis and bias.
- 04Professor Steven Faraone talks Adult ADHD
Features a discussion with a world-renowned ADHD researcher, demonstrating the show's commitment to bringing top-tier clinical and academic expertise to its audience.
What you'll be asked on this show
Matt Gupwell opens interviews by establishing the guest's credentials and personal connection to ADHD. [4BAglV4dH1U] His questions are often lengthy, prefaced with personal observations or context to frame the inquiry. [4BAglV4dH1U] He probes by asking guests to connect general concepts to specific clinical situations, such as asking how bias influences decisions or for examples of confirmation bias in practice. [4BAglV4dH1U] A key move is asking for practical advice for listeners, like how a patient can challenge a clinician's bias effectively. [4BAglV4dH1U] He frequently validates the guest's expertise throughout the conversation. [4BAglV4dH1U]
The show alternates between co-hosted discussions dissecting a topic and long-form interviews. [4BAglV4dH1U, fraz3z5gz4M] Matt Gupwell leads the conversation, often setting up topics for his clinical co-host, Andrew Jay, to analyze. [fraz3z5gz4M, iPoRqru0pJY] In interviews, Matt provides long, personal preambles before introducing the guest and topic. [4BAglV4dH1U] Several episodes explicitly state they are unsponsored "passion projects." [fraz3z5gz4M, iPoRqru0pJY]
Questions Matt Gupwell keeps coming back to
6 cataloguedIf you're going on this show as a guest, expect some version of each of these. Each note explains when Matt Gupwell reaches for it.
origin
1- Q.01
“Would you like to introduce who you are and what you do?”
The standard opening question to establish a guest's credentials and personal stake in the topic.
process
2- Q.01
“How do you define the DSM criteria for ruling out other causes?”
Used to clarify core principles of differential diagnosis for the audience.
- Q.02
“Does the growing awareness of bias mean there's more awareness of its influence?”
Connects a general concept (bias) to the specific context of clinical decision-making.
mindset
1- Q.01
“Does your clinical approach come from the knowledge that humans are messy?”
This question seeks to understand the philosophical or experiential foundation of a clinician's practice.
controversy
1- Q.01
“Have you seen confirmation bias cause clinicians to miss ADHD?”
Asks for specific, real-world examples of a clinical bias in action.
advice
1- Q.01
“How can people who feel misdiagnosed challenge a clinician's bias?”
A signature move to elicit actionable advice for patients navigating the healthcare system.
Signature segments
- · The tagline: "talk ADHD, Conversations Worth Having".
- · Debunking social media myths and misinformation about ADHD.
- · Contrasting lived experience with clinical, evidence-based knowledge.
- · Analyzing how ADHD is portrayed in online content and the media.
- · Stating the podcast is an unsponsored "passion project".
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
Guests are typically clinical experts, researchers, or individuals with a professional and personal connection to ADHD. [4BAglV4dH1U, Dbs2Mwz9VRk] The show books people who can contribute to an evidence-based conversation, such as leading professors like Steven Faraone or mental health nurses specializing in the field. [Dbs2Mwz9VRk, 4BAglV4dH1U]
- Sara Jayon ADHD, Stigma and bias - part 1
- Professor Steven Faraoneon Professor Steven Faraone talks Adult ADHD
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The hosts frequently state the podcast is an unsponsored "passion project" and instead ask for audience engagement. [fraz3z5gz4M, iPoRqru0pJY] However, they do promote their own related ventures, including the divergenceADHD app, the Divergence clinic, and Matt Gupwell's mentoring courses. [4BAglV4dH1U, 2yhW2RxONtc, 9]
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People also ask
- Who are the hosts of talkADHD?
- The podcast is hosted by Matt Gupwell, a neurodiversity mentor, and Andrew Jay, a Director and Neurodevelopmental Nurse Consultant.
- What is the format of the show?
- It's a mix of co-hosted discussions where the hosts analyze ADHD topics and interviews with clinical experts, researchers, and other professionals. [fraz3z5gz4M, 4BAglV4dH1U]
- Is this podcast still active?
- Yes, based on recent episode dates from late 2025, the podcast appears to be actively releasing new content.
- What makes talkADHD different from other ADHD podcasts?
- Its primary focus is on contrasting social media narratives with evidence-based clinical information, often directly debunking misinformation. [fraz3z5gz4M] The show is explicitly described as "evidence-led."
- Where can I listen to the podcast?
- The podcast is available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Acast. Full episodes are also promoted as being available on the 'divergenceADHD' mobile app. [2yhW2RxONtc]
- What is the connection between the podcast and the Divergence clinic?
- Both hosts are co-founders of ventures under the 'Divergence' brand. Andrew Jay is a Director of the Divergence clinic and Matt Gupwell is a Co-Director of The Divergence Works CIC. The podcast is a part of their community engagement. [Metadata]
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Sources & how this page was built
This page is AI-assisted, grounded in the public sources cited below, and host-verifiable. We publish facts only; we do not republish transcripts. If anything here is wrong, the host can claim and correct the page above.Model: gemini-2.5-pro · high confidence
- [01]divergenceADHD | Official Websitedivergenceadhd.co.uk
- [02]Andrew Jay | divergenceADHD Team Pagedivergenceadhd.co.uk
- [03]Sara Jay | divergenceADHD Team Pagedivergenceadhd.co.uk
- [04]Matt Gupwell | Speaker Booking Agent Profilechampions-speakers.co.uk
- [05]talkADHD on Apple Podcastspodcasts.apple.com
- [06]talkADHD on YouTubeyoutube.com
- [07]THE DIVERGENCE WORKS CIC | Companies Housefind-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk
- [08]ThinkNeurodiversity | Matt Gupwell's Consultancythinkneurodiversity.com
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