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Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastWhy Your Plans Fall Apart---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---This week kicks off a three-part series on planning, and it starts where every planning conversation should: with honesty about why plans fall apart in the first place. Pete opens with his own cascading construction disaster at home, where raccoon damage set off a chain reaction of disruptions that has bled directly into his work life. Nikki’s diagnosis is both simple and profound: when you make a pla...
2026-04-2333 min
História em Meia HoraHistória do IrãUma civilização com milhares de anos foi atacada por Israel e EUA. Seus algozes venderam a guerra como se fosse simples e rápida - mas a realidade mostra que os persas estão longe de ser um povo que se dá por vencido facilmente. Separe trinta minutos do seu dia e aprenda com o professor Vítor Soares (@profvitorsoares) -Se você quiser ter acesso a episódios exclusivos e quiser ajudar o História em Meia Hora a continuar de pé, clique no link: www.apoia.se/histori...
2026-03-2830 min
Grandma Has ADHDEpisode 62 - The Future Hasn’t Been Written YetWhat if the overwhelm, decision fatigue, clutter struggles, and “why can’t I just get started?” moments you’ve carried for decades weren’t character flaws — but ADHD you never knew you had?In this episode of Grandma Has ADHD, Jami sits down with ADHD coach and Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast co-host Nikki Kinzer for a warm, validating, and eye-opening conversation about life with ADHD after 50 — including why so many women are discovering their symptoms later in life.Nikki’s story is unique. She doesn’t have ADHD herself — but she built a career helping adults with...
2025-11-1835 min
Hacking Your ADHDUnapologetically ADHD with Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright (rebroadcast)As many of us navigate shifting routines and rising expectations right now, it's a perfect time to revisit this affirming conversation with Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright. Together we unpack what it means to stop fighting yourself, lean into your strengths, and build supportive systems that make life feel lighter, not harder. A great listen if you need a dose of ADHD-friendly self-compassion this week. Unapologetically ADHD: A Step-by-Step Framework For Everyday Planning On Your Terms by Nikki Kinzer & Pete D. Wright If you'd like to send me a question answer on the show feel...
2025-11-1731 min
The ADHD Social PlaybookBuilding Trust and Creativity in ADHD Friendships with Nikki & Pete [Part 2]Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright join me for an inspiring chat on friendship, respect, and creative collaboration within the ADHD community. Discover how their partnership thrives through honesty, clarity, and compassion.
2025-11-0421 minThe ADHD Social PlaybookADHD, Friendship & Virtual Connection with Nikki & Pete [Part 1]Caroline talks with Pete Wright and Nikki Kinzer about their enduring friendship, creative collaboration, and how ADHD impacts the way we connect, both online and off. A candid and funny look at virtual connection, real-world friendship, and everything in between.
2025-10-1423 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastThe Art (and Imperfection) of Diagnosing ADHD with Dr. Amie DeHarpporte---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---Imagine this: one person spends ten minutes with their doctor, walks out with a prescription, and calls it an ADHD diagnosis. Another spends an entire day in a psychologist’s office, testing memory, attention, and executive function, only to arrive at the very same conclusion. Which one is “real”? Which one counts?In this episode, Pete Wright and Nikki Kinzer talk with psychologist Dr. Amie DeHarppor...
2025-10-0948 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastMaking it Stick! Memory and ADHD for College with Daniella Karidi, Ph.D.---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---Memory isn’t just about recall — it’s about learning, encoding, storing, and retrieving information in ways that actually work with your brain. In this conversation, Pete Wright and Nikki Kinzer continue the ADHD in College series with returning guest Dr. Daniella Karidi, diving deep into the practical study strategies that help students and adults build lasting memory.From note-taking that actually supports learning, to strategies...
2025-08-2854 min
SuccessFULL With ADHD‘Unapologetically ADHD’: These 10 Strategies Will Build a Life you Love with Pete Wright and Nikki Kinzer: A Fan-Favorite Rerun EpisodeThis is A Fan-Favorite Rerun EpisodeIn this inspiring episode, I’m joined by two incredible guests, Pete Wright and Nikki Kinzer, the dynamic duo behind the new book, Unapologetically ADHD. With decades of combined experience in coaching, podcasting, and living with ADHD, Pete and Nikki share their unique journey of co-authoring their book and the lessons they’ve learned about failure, success, and working together as a team. We dive into their podcasting journey, strategies for navigating big projects, and how they’ve redefined ADHD productivity with compassion and practicality.Nikki Kinzer...
2025-08-2747 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastRebroadcast • Unapologetically ADHD: The Planning Workbox---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---Join Pete and Nikki this week as they dive into the world of planning tools, focusing on the concepts of "inboxing" and "workboxing” from their new book, Unapologetically ADHD. They explore the challenges of managing the constant influx of information and tasks that come with ADHD, emphasizing the importance of a systematic approach.Nikki and Pete discuss the common struggle of finding the "perfect" tool, ackn...
2025-07-1736 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastRebroadcast • Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria: Dr. William Dodson brings new insight to Emotional Regulation---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---There aren’t many practitioners writing about today’s topic. Unless, that is, you look up the collected works of Dr. Bill Dodson. Dr. Dodson is an award-winning board-certified psychiatrist and specialist in adult ADHD and his contributions to the study of Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria bring him to the show today. According to Dr. Dodson, nearly all those living with ADHD live with some level of rejection se...
2025-06-2645 min
To Your Health299. Creating Healthy Habits with ADHD with Nikki Kinzer & Pete WrightNikki Kinzer and Pete Wright, authors of Unapologetically ADHD and hosts of Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast, join me to talk about what it means to be neurodivergent—and how that can affect your ability to plan, prioritize, and follow through.We dive into the unique challenges and strengths of neurodivergent brains, especially when it comes to health goals like meal planning, habit-building, and staying consistent with routines.Nikki and Pete share practical strategies that honor how your brain works, helping you create systems that feel supportive instead of overwhelming.Whether you’ve been...
2025-04-281h 07
Author Nation InterviewsTeam-based Authoring Strategies | Author InterviewIn this episode of Author Nation Interviews, host Melody Ann sits down with certified ADHD coach Nikki Kinzer and professional podcaster Pete Wright to explore effective Team-based Authoring Strategies.In this episode, I share about how Teamwork can benefit nonfiction authors. If you want my FREE Guide: From Overwhelmed to Writing, get it here. Discover how to navigate creative chaos and maintain productivity through collaboration and innovative writing techniques. ✍️✨Join us as we dive into practical tips for Keeping Your Focus While Writing and enhanci...
2025-04-1733 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastADHD Duos • Break Free from Shame Spirals with James Ochoa, LPC & Dr. Nachi Felt---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---Shame is a formidable force—an emotional wildfire that can either illuminate our path to growth or consume us in cycles of self-blame. For individuals with ADHD, this complex emotion is often amplified, lingering far beyond its utility as a corrective signal. But why? And more importantly, how do we break free?This week on The ADHD Podcast, hosts Pete Wright and Nikki Kinzer embark on...
2025-04-1049 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastShiny Objects & Smart Machines: AI’s Role in ADHD Productivity Part II---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---There’s an inflection point when technology shifts from novelty to necessity. The printing press. The telephone. The internet. And now, artificial intelligence. For those with ADHD, the rise of AI presents an especially tantalizing paradox: a tool that promises to sharpen focus and streamline tasks, yet one that, if wielded carelessly, could just as easily become another source of distraction.In this episode of The ADH...
2025-04-0335 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastShiny Objects & Smart Machines: AI’s Role in ADHD Productivity Part I---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---Artificial intelligence is everywhere—shaping how we work, think, and even how we manage our ADHD. But is AI a game-changing cognitive assistant or just another digital white whale primed to swallow our focus whole?This week, Pete Wright and his AI-curious co-pilot Nikki Kinzer embark on tour of ADHD and AI. With AI tools evolving at a dizzying pace, the duo explores how these tech...
2025-03-2734 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastThe Paradox of ADHD Impulsivity: Both Gift and Liability in Our Most Intimate Relationships with Melissa Orlov---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---What if the very quality that makes those early, intoxicating moments of romance so vibrant—the spontaneous weekend getaway, the surprise bouquet of flowers—later becomes the source of relationship friction? The human brain, particularly one wired with ADHD, contains multitudes of contradictions, and nowhere is this more evident than in how impulsivity shapes our intimate partnerships.This week on the show, relationship expert Melissa Orlo...
2025-03-1344 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastLove, Attention, and the Invisible Chasm of ADHD with Jonathan Hassall---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---Imagine two people standing on opposite sides of a canyon. One, tethered to the rhythms of neurotypical expectation—cause and effect, action and consequence—a world in which forgotten keys are just that: forgotten keys. The other, moving through a landscape of impulsivity, of fractured attention, of a thousand micro-failures that feel, at times, like an existential indictment. They love each other. They try to reach across the c...
2025-03-061h 04
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastHow ADHD Shapes Our Connections: A Primer on Love, Friendship, and Communication---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---ADHD doesn’t just complicate relationships—it shapes them. From romantic partnerships to friendships, family dynamics, and workplace interactions, the traits of inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity ripple across every connection. Romantic relationships often bear the brunt, with ADHD symptoms leading to miscommunication, frustration, and even intimacy challenges. Couples may struggle with mismatched libidos, impulsive behaviors, or emotional dysregulation, but understanding ADHD’s role can transform these struggles into...
2025-02-2725 min
The Podcast Podcast from TruStory FMAI, Video, and Local Meetups: The Podcast Apocalypse is Here, Finally, AgainIn 2025, where do podcasts live? In your ears? On your screens? In the untamed wilderness of AI-assisted creativity? Pete Wright and Andy Nelson do their best to untangle the web of modern podcasting—a world where AI tools can both dazzle and baffle, where success is measured in engagement rather than downloads, and where communities spring to life in unexpected places.The future of podcasting isn’t just about tools and metrics—it’s about people. In a world of endless content and dwindling attention, it's time to experiment, innovate, and create formats born for the medium. What doe...
2025-02-0327 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastAnthony's Way—The Road to Kindness with Tony and Cassi Bellezza---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---WARNING: This episode contains discussions of youth bullying and suicide.What does it mean to transform heartbreak into hope? For Tony and Cassi Bellezza, the loss of their son Anthony was not the end of his story—it was the beginning of a mission. Anthony, a vibrant and compassionate child who lived with ADHD, inspired those around him with his unique ability to see the wo...
2025-01-3036 min
Authentically ADHD with CarmenPlanning and Prioritizing: Navigating Life’s Goals with ADHDIn this episode of Authentically ADHD, host Carmen Irace explores how to navigate planning and prioritizing when living with ADHD. Drawing insights from the book Unapologetically ADHD by Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright, Carmen shares practical strategies to tackle common challenges, such as managing executive functioning, micro-planning, time blocking, and leveraging visual aids to stay on track.Additionally, the episode dives deep into the concept of time blindness—a unique challenge faced by many ADHD brains—and offers actionable tips to manage it, including externalizing time, using the “now and not now” technique, and anchoring tasks to daily...
2025-01-2616 min
Authentically ADHDPlanning and Prioritizing: Navigating Life’s Goals with ADHDIn this episode of Authentically ADHD, host Carmen Irace explores how to navigate planning and prioritizing when living with ADHD. Drawing insights from the book Unapologetically ADHD by Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright, Carmen shares practical strategies to tackle common challenges, such as managing executive functioning, micro-planning, time blocking, and leveraging visual aids to stay on track.Additionally, the episode dives deep into the concept of time blindness—a unique challenge faced by many ADHD brains—and offers actionable tips to manage it, including externalizing time, using the “now and not now” technique, and anchoring tasks to...
2025-01-2616 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastCelebrating What We Do---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---What if, instead of chasing perfection, we celebrated progress? What if the courage it takes to live with ADHD wasn’t just acknowledged but honored? This week on The ADHD Podcast, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright (Nikki and Pete) challenge us to pause, reflect, and rewrite the stories we tell ourselves. This isn’t about doing more or trying harder—it’s about recognizing the monumental effort ADHDers p...
2025-01-1625 minSuccessFULL With ADHD‘Unapologetically ADHD’: These 10 Strategies Will Build a Life you Love with Pete Wright and Nikki KinzerIn this inspiring episode, I’m joined by two incredible guests, Pete Wright and Nikki Kinzer, the dynamic duo behind the new book, Unapologetically ADHD. With decades of combined experience in coaching, podcasting, and living with ADHD, Pete and Nikki share their unique journey of co-authoring their book and the lessons they’ve learned about failure, success, and working together as a team. We dive into their podcasting journey, strategies for navigating big projects, and how they’ve redefined ADHD productivity with compassion and practicality.Nikki Kinzer is a professional certified ADHD coach through the International Coaching Federa...
2025-01-0847 min
This Organized Life: Decluttering Tips for Moms, Entrepreneurs and Professional OrganizersUnapologetically ADHD: Strategies and Stories from Nikki Kinzer & Pete Wright | Ep 415In today's episode, I’m thrilled to welcome Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright, hosts of Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast, to discuss their journey and their new book, Unapologetically ADHD. Together, we dive into the challenges, strategies, and stories that shape life with ADHD—both for individuals living with it and those who love them.This episode is packed with insights and practical advice to help you better understand ADHD and neurodivergence, tackle common struggles like organization and all-or-nothing thinking, and embrace neurodiversity unapologetically.Key Takeaways:ADHD isn’t a character flaw—it’s a different way of pro...
2024-11-2134 min
Attention Talk RadioHow do you Radically Embrace ADHD Without Shame?You have ADHD. Do you struggle? You find systems that don't work, feel shame, and engage in negative self-thought. Are you told that you should accept yourself, that you shouldn't talk negatively about yourself? In this edition of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coaches Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) and Nikki Kinzer (https://takecontroladhd.com) talk about Nikki's book, embracing radical acceptance, and letting go of shame and rejection sensitivity dysphoria. Jeff will talk about Dr. Russell Barkley's executive function construct and how self-awareness and self-regulation are mutually conflicting executive functions that make it difficult to accept your ADHD. Nikki and...
2024-11-2033 min
Parenting with ImpactEp 189: Eliminating Shame to Be 'Unapologetically ADHD'Since 2010, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright have been the co-hosts of the award-winning podcast, Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast, speaking to adults with ADHD all over the globe. Over 29 seasons—and more than 600 episodes—Nikki and Pete continue to offer support and strategies for adults living with ADHD. And now they decided to write their first book, Unapologetically ADHD. Listen to this Parenting With Impact episode with Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright about becoming ‘Unapologetically ADHD’.Here is what to expect on this week’s show:Nikki and Pete advocate for fostering a safe and supportive environment by engaging in curiosity-d...
2024-11-2035 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastHo Ho Hold On! ADHD Strategies for a Calmer, More Organized Holiday Season---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---The holidays: a time of joy, connection, and… overwhelming and paralyzing stress? For many, especially those with ADHD, the rapid approach of holidays can trigger a last-minute scramble. On this episode of "Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast," Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright offer a proactive approach to holiday planning, transforming the season from a source of anxiety into a period of manageable excitement.Forget the stress...
2024-11-0733 min
Owning Her Authority Podcast | For Ascending Women Ready to Boldly Amplify Their ImpactUnapologetically ADHD: Define Your Success and Embrace Neurodiversity with Nikki Kinzer and Pete WrightIn this episode of the Live By Design Podcast, ADHD experts Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright join us to explore the often-misunderstood world of ADHD, especially as it impacts high-achieving women!In this episode you can expect to:💡 Gain insights into the rise of ADHD diagnoses in women and the unique challenges they face🤯 Uncover the common symptoms of ADHD and learn how they can affect your ability to live intentionally🙌 Discover practical strategies for managing your time, staying organized, and achieving your goals, even with ADHD💖 Embrace your...
2024-10-2942 min
Healthy Teen Life106: Embracing ADHD with Radical AcceptanceIn this episode of the Healthy Teen Life Podcast Leslie chats with Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright, co-hosts of Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast to talk about living with ADHD as an adolescent. With over a decade of experience and a new book, "Unapologetically ADHD," they bring invaluable insights into understanding and managing ADHD without .
We cover key topics of living with ADHD such as overcoming all-or-nothing thinking, embracing radical acceptance, emergent behaviors, and shedding the shame often associated with ADHD. Nikki and Pete share their practical strategies for personalized planning systems that cater to ADHD minds.
2024-10-1652 min
It's About Time | Time Management & Productivity for Work Life & BalanceUnapologetically ADHD: Strategies for Planning and Time Management with ADHD ft. Nikki Kinzer & Pete WrightDo you struggle with time management and ADHD? Or maybe you don't have ADHD, but you want to get better at planning projects and everyday tasks, and focus on what's most important. This week's episode is for you! Today's guests, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright, and experts in the realm of planning with ADHD. We chat about how time management and planning work differently with ADHD, how you can be more clear on your boundaries, and ultimately, how to accept yourself and create a time management system customized to your brain. Whether you live with ADHD or not, you'll...
2024-10-1459 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastUnapologetically Awesome with Penn & Kim Holderness---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---This week on The ADHD Podcast, hosts Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright wrangle the comedic duo, Penn and Kim Holderness, authors of the New York Times bestselling book, ADHD is Awesome. Known for their viral videos (and possibly for single-handedly introducing COVID to the US, but we'll let Kim explain that one), the Holdernesses bring their signature blend of humor and honesty to a conversation about ADHD, vu...
2024-10-101h 03
Overcoming Distractions-Thriving with ADHD, ADDDiscussing the Book Unapologetically ADHDToday Dave sits down with the co-authors of the new book, Unapologetically ADHD written by Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright. Nikki Kinzer is an ADHD coach, podcaster, writer, teacher, and business owner, and she has dedicated her life's work to supporting adults with ADHD. Pete Wright is a podcaster and co-founder of the TruStory FM Podcast Network and has spent the last several decades on a personal journey, learning about his own relationship with adult ADHD. They co-host Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast. Dave discusses with Nikki and Pete why they...
2024-10-0734 min
Sleep Talking With Dr. ShelbyMental Health and Sleep Part 1: Managing ADHDThroughout October, which is known as ADHD Awareness Month, people come together to educate the public, reduce the stigma, and support those affected by ADHD. So, to uncover the challenges faced by people with ADHD and how to recognize it early on, we've invited not one, not two, but three very special guests for this special episode: Dr. Carrie Jackson, Nikki Kinzer, and Pete Wright.
2024-10-0234 minHacking Your ADHDUnapologetically ADHD with Nikki Kinzer and Pete WrightHey Team! I'm excited to bring you my conversation with Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright, hosts of "Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast." If you haven't checked out their podcast before, Nikki and Pete have been a mainstay in ADHD podcast realm with over six hundred episodes across twenty-nine seasons - if there's an ADHD topic you're interested in, they've probably covered it. And Nikki and Pete recently released their new book, Unapologetically ADHD, A Step-by-Step Framework For Everyday Planning On Your Terms. In our conversation, we explore how their personal experiences and professional e...
2024-09-2333 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastUnapologetically ADHD: The Planning Workflow---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---Today on Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast, hosts Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright delve into the nitty-gritty of building an effective "planning workflow" as they continue the trip through their new book, Unapologetically ADHD. They acknowledge the aversion many with ADHD feel towards rigid routines and advocate for a more flexible, forgiving approach. Instead of aiming for minute-by-minute scheduling, they emphasize the importance of creating a system t...
2024-09-1928 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastUnapologetically ADHD: The Planning Workbox---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---Join Pete and Nikki this week as they dive into the world of planning tools, focusing on the concepts of "inboxing" and "workboxing” from their new book, Unapologetically ADHD. They explore the challenges of managing the constant influx of information and tasks that come with ADHD, emphasizing the importance of a systematic approach.Nikki and Pete discuss the common struggle of finding the "perfect" tool, ackn...
2024-09-1234 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastIt’s OK to Change Your Mind---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---In this episode of Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright discuss changing your mind and the challenges it presents for those with ADHD. Nikki shares a personal experience from her recent declutter challenge, during which she felt the urge to switch gears and focus on a different project—organizing and hanging photo frames. This shift in focus prompted a discussion about the difficulti...
2024-08-0831 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastADHDeclutter 101---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---This week on the show, we tackle the daunting task of decluttering for those with ADHD. With our upcoming Declutter Challenge in July, we invite you to join a supportive community and gamify your decluttering process alongside us.As we dive into the episode, we share the importance of starting small and focusing on one space at a time to avoid feeling overwhelmed. We guide yo...
2024-06-1336 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastBreaking Free from the ADHD Anxiety Generator with Dr. Russell Ramsay---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---In this episode of The ADHD Podcast, hosts Pete Wright and Nikki Kinzer welcome a special guest - Dr. Russell Ramsay, co-founder and former co-director of the University of Pennsylvania's Adult ADHD Treatment and Research Program.Dr. Ramsay shares his insights into the complex interactions between ADHD and anxiety, two disorders that frequently coexist. He discusses how ADHD can be an "anxiety generator," with its intr...
2024-06-0648 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastADHD & Empathy with Dr. Tamara Rosier---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---In this week's episode of The ADHD Podcast, hosts Pete Wright and Nikki Kinzer explore the nuances of empathy for those with ADHD. Their guest, Dr. Tamara Rosier, recently presented on "The Unexpected Downside of Empathy" at the 2023 International ADHD Conference. Dr. Rosier, founder of the ADHD Center of West Michigan, explains that while empathy is often seen as a virtue, ADHDers may experience it in a more c...
2024-03-0752 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastOvercoming Motivation Challenges with ADHD with Dr. Tamara Rosier---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---In this week's episode of Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast, hosts Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright interview Dr. Tamara Rosier about motivation and ADHD. Dr. Rosier, author of "Your Brain's Not Broken," shares insights from her experiences as an ADHD coach and professor to uncover motivation strategies for those with ADHD.As Dr. Rosier explains of those living with ADHD, "There is really no research...
2023-11-1659 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastCreating a Joyful Life with ADHD---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright aim to explore the meaning of joy, the differences between joy and happiness, and practical ways to cultivate more joy in daily life living with ADHD.This episode dives into the essence of joy, including surprise moments as well as practices that help align us to experience joy more frequently. Nikki shares insights from a recent retreat...
2023-11-0943 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastEating Disorders & ADHD with Special Guests Dr. Roberto Olivardia and Paige Kinzer---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---Nikki's daughter is in recovery from an eating disorder, a condition that impacted her emotionally, physically, and made for some dark times in the family. She also lives with ADHD. It turns out, those two things are frustrating bedfellows.Trigger Warning: This episode describes the experiences of a minor living with an eating disorder, as well as exploring the details behind eating disorders and its rela...
2023-02-021h 16
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastSTART HERE: Welcome to The ADHD Podcast---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---With hundreds of episodes of Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast, it can be dizzying to figure out how to get started. That’s why we — Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright (your fair hosts) — recorded this episode. It’s for you, new listener, a brief guide that can help you get the most out of the podcast and the fantastic ADHD community that runs through everything we do. Thanks for j...
2022-05-0611 min
The ComplexSeason 2 - Afterthoughts 6In this episode, James and Jules discuss Bernard and Ramon's personalized strategy and Jules brings up a rough truth about relationships.
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2022-02-2825 min
Overcoming Distractions-Thriving with ADHD, ADDPlanning strategies for adults with ADHDPlanning seems to be another challenge that many with adult ADHD must deal with. While the topic of planning could be a much larger conversation, on this podcast episode, we discuss what it takes to plan out tasks and projects in our professional lives. If you need to get better at planning your professional or personal life out, this is a great discussion with a ton of valuable tips. Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright from Taking Control…The ADHD Podcast joins Dave to discuss ways those of us with ADHD can get better at planning as...
2022-02-2646 min
ADHD Love Parent TalkEp. 55 ADHD with a Comedic Twist with Stacey MachelleStacey Machelle is the creator of ADHD is the New Black. It is about sharing information about ADHD with a comedic twist. Her heart is in comedy, but she started in journalism. It was during her journalism stint when she realized something was not right. It was after she saw a psychiatrist that she was originally diagnosed with ADHD. It wasn't until many years later that she embraced the diagnosis.
She talks about medication, masking, relationships, work life and more.
Check out this amazing and funny woman!
Her Resources:
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2021-11-221h 00
Parenting with ImpactEp 019: What Your Kids Want You To Know About ADHDNikki Kinzer is a Certified ADHD coach, podcaster and educator, she specializes in Adults and College Students with ADHD. You can find Nikki co-hosting (Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast) with Pete Wright every week, where you can find ADHD support, tools and community. Through coaching and online training, she has built a growing and evolving ecosystem of ADHD tools dedicated to help people reach their goals. Her mission is to help those with ADHD to build positive life habits, reduce stress, and take back control of their lives.Listen to this inspiring Parenting With Impact episode with Nikki Kinzer about w...
2021-10-2527 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastAcceptance and the Paradox of Change with Dr. Dodge Rea---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---You might have heard of the stages of denial. But have you heard of the stages of acceptance? Dr. Dodge is back with us this week to share the similarities and differences between the two models and illuminate just how powerful it can be when discussing our relationship to ADHD.Links & NotesSubscribe to The Change Paradox with Dodge ReaThe Four Stages o...
2021-02-0954 min
SystematicOrganizing ADHD with Nikki KinzerThis week’s guest is Nikki Kinzer, ADHD coach and co-host of Taking Control: The ADHD podcast. She joins Brett to talk about ADHD coaching, the transition from organization professional to ADHD coach, and the joys of online grocery…
2020-12-3152 min
The Change ParadoxAfterthoughts • Nikki KinzerHi everybody,
This week we’re talking a bit about Thanksgiving — for those who celebrate it — and that serves as an ironic distraction giving our primary subject matter this week. We get to the ADHD stuff, however, so stick around!
We talk about the paradoxical nature of changing yourself around that which we cannot change, some controversial voices in the field of ADHD, working with a coach versus a therapist, and the gift of recognizing your gifts.
Cheers to all of you. We couldn’t do this show without you. Well... we could, but it w...
2020-12-0447 min
The Change ParadoxNikki Kinzer and The ADHD ParadoxHey everybody...
Do you remember that old Seinfeld episode? World’s Collide? George is dating Susan, and Elaine needs a new friend, so Jerry recommends that Elaine call Susan, and thus, according to Kramer and George, worlds collide.
That’s pretty much today on the show—first, a little background.
In addition to The Change Paradox, which I adore, I’ve served as co-host of Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast with Nikki Kinzer for about ten years. Nikki’s an ADHD coach and we’ve been through a bunch together over the years. Oh... and I...
2020-11-2759 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastREBROADCAST: Quick Organizing Tips to Help You Feel Great!---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---We’re almost at the end of our July hiatus and gearing up for our regular podcast schedule this August. For now, how about a recent rebroadcast to remind us all about the little things we can do to feel good today!This is not an episode about COVID-19. Not really.But it is about what has happened to us all at home becau...
2020-07-2129 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastMindset, Money, & ADHD---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---Symptoms of ADHD have a tendency to impact how we deal with our finances. This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer lays out the facts as we embark on a series of conversations dedicated to ADHD and money. While our upcoming guests will help us through budgeting and getting out of debt, this week we focus on finding the money mindset as we set ourselves on a path t...
2020-06-1639 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastQuick Organizing Tips to Help You Feel Great!---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---This is not an episode about COVID-19. Not really.But it is about what has happened to us all at home because of our contexts right now. And one of the things we know is that putting into place some basic organizing tools can help you spruce up your home or workspace, get your co-habitants working together, and make you feel great. So this week on...
2020-05-1929 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastADHD Job Interview Tips with HR Nikki!---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---We’ve already talked about how you’re going about managing the emotions that come with the job hunt in the last two episodes with Dr. Doug. This week, we’re moving into the direct experience of the job hunt. You may not know this, but our own Nikki Kinzer has an extensive background in human resources and has interviewed more people than she can remember. So this week o...
2020-02-0446 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastRejection Sensitive Dysphoria: Dr. William Dodson brings new insight to Emotional Regulation---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---There aren’t many practitioners writing about today’s topic. Unless, that is, you look up the collected works of Dr. Bill Dodson. Dr. Dodson is an award-winning board-certified psychiatrist and specialist in adult ADHD and his contributions to the study of Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria bring him to the show today. According to Dr. Dodson, nearly all those living with ADHD live with some level of rejection se...
2019-10-1544 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastSetting Up New Routines---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---Sure, we’re in the middle of our back-to-school series. But whether you’re heading back to school or just getting ready for the seasons to change, there’s never a better time to review your routines. From daily hygiene to writing that next report, this week on the show Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright take on the components of a great routine, and the mindset you’ll need to...
2019-08-2725 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastOrganizing with ADHD — Part 1: Introduction and Planning---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---If you haven’t noticed, there is a lot of energy around getting organized in the air right now. Spurred on by the new Marie Kondo show on Netflix, we’re getting more and more questions about the so-called magic of tidying up and, most importantly, is this an ADHD-friendly way to handle your stuff? As you can imagine, we have opinions!
This week on the show...
2019-02-0545 min
Informed Consent PodcastEp 55: ADHD Coaching: An Interview with Nikki KinzerNikki Kinzer is an ADHD Coach and the co-host of “Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast”. In this episode, Nikki teaches us all things ADHD coaching. From becoming a coach, to the coaching process, to what therapists need to know about ADHD and coaching, you are sure to walk away with a wealth of knowledge. Resources shared during the podcast: -ADDCA (ADD Coaching Academy): http://addca.com-Attention Deficit Disorder Association https://add.org/ -Podcast: Taking Control: the ADHD Podcast-Nikki’s website: https://takecontroladhd.com/
2017-07-2440 min
ADHD reWired157 | Help With Organizing with Nikki Kinzer and Pete WrightHelp With Organizing with Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright This Week's Episode: I'd like to thank Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright from coming on the podcast this week. I'd also like to thank Nikki and Pete for having me on their show. This episode was recorded live on Facebook. If you'd like to be notified of future live Facebook broadcasts, like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/ADHDreWired/. Nikki Kinzer is a blogger, online course creator, professional and certified ADHD coach, and co-host of the Taking Control Podcast. Pete Wright is Nikki's co-host. In addition to a broadcaster...
2017-02-281h 05
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastAnxiety and the ADHD Student---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---Anxiety and ADHD are like peanut butter and jelly — they simply go together. Some studies say as many as 40% of those struggling with ADHD are also living with some level of generalized anxiety disorder. For the new student, the change in schedule and environment not only proves a challenge for ADHD, but can offer ripe conditions for increased stress and anxiety.
This week on the show...
2015-09-2225 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastSetting up a Financial Plan and Budget---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---You’ve been working hard to get your day-to-day habits under control, but what about your long-term strategy for your money? Are you thinking about your budget? Your savings? Retirement? This can be the most challenging to get started, but it doesn’t have to be painful — and it can even be fun! This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright talk about setting up a financial...
2015-09-0128 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastClear Clutter in a Hurry!---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---If you’re struggling with ADHD, you know this feeling. Go ahead and do a slow turn around your room or office. Look at all the surfaces — tables, chairs, floor — how’s your clutter? The ADHD mind has the powerful ability to tune it out, to make it invisible, until the subconscious pressure of the clutter around you becomes too much to handle. This week on the show, Nikki...
2015-06-0221 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastVulnerability, Uncertainty, & Confusion as a Doorway to Learning---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---We’re turning the corner on vulnerability this week, talking about transition stories. What is it like to make the leap from chaos, no idea that there is a definition for your experience, to understanding, learning about your ADHD and building systems that allow you to reach for peace? This week on the show, Pete Wright and Nikki Kinzer talk about the vulnerability required to make that leap...
2015-03-2321 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastThe Importance of Connection---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---If you’re a regular listener of this show, you know how highly we hold human connectedness toward our emotional health. We are tribal creatures, and more often than not, we are closer to reaching the best “us” we can be, when we’re involved and invested in a community.
This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright talk about the importance of community and o...
2015-03-0228 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastGet in the Game & Play!---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---On this week's digital show, we're talking all about using your technology to play. It's all about figuring out how to use the tech tools at your disposal to re-engage your kids, get up and move your body, and have fun without the guilt that comes with keeping your head in your phone. This week on the show, Pete Wright and Nikki Kinzer introduce three games and tool...
2015-02-2319 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastBreaking blocks, fighting fear, and getting unstuck!---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---You know the feeling. You may not be a writer, but you certainly know writer’s block. You may not be a psychic, but you know when stars are misaligned. You know the feeling.
It’s that feeling you get when life feels hard. When the things you know are supposed to be falling into place in your life are falling out all over the road. Yo...
2015-02-0221 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastDigital — Getting Fit with Tech---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---So much of how we feel in life is determined by how we feel in our skin. That means we have to take the time to evaluate how well we’re treating ourselves — are we eating right? Are we eating the right amounts? Are we exercising? Are we sleeping enough? It’s all too easy to let the world — work, kids, family — eat into our lives to the point that...
2015-01-2632 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastProblems vs. Possibilities---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---Problems! We all have them. They crop up when we least expect them, and they have the potential to truly derail us. But what if we train ourselves to disconnect from the negativity of our problems? To shift our perspective slightly, and turn our problems into challenges empty of emotional baggage, less intimidating? Less frightening?
This week on The ADHD Podcast, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wri...
2015-01-1915 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastSmart Spending this Holiday Season---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---This is not a naturally easy time of year if you’re struggling with ADHD. From hyper focus to anxiety and stress, we’re dealing with a new influx of stimuli that can hit is right where it hurts if we’re not careful: the bank account! Don’t let your natural untempered generosity get the better of your finances! This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete...
2014-12-0814 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastSmall Group Coaching for ADHD---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---Groups are transformative. With the guidance and support of a great coach, and like-minded peers, a group coaching environment can clear new pathways to learning and development in a space free of judgment and pressure. This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright dive into the power of group coaching and introduce the new service as a core offering. If you’ve ever considered getting su...
2014-11-3022 min
Lifehacks with Shelly BoucherLose The Household Clutter Without Losing Your Mind with Nikki KinzerThis whole month we’re talking about creating a happy home. Today that means talking about a clean and organized home.
As a mother, (whether you work outside the home or not) we all know that having a chaotic tornado of a home makes life a lot more stressful (and I know this from intimate personal experience). There’s something almost therapeutic when your house is neat and organized and clean. The challenge…at least for me…lies in keeping it that way. Which is why you’re going to love my guest today…Her name is Nikki Kinzer...
2014-11-1825 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastFive Strategies for Achieving a Calmer Holiday Season!---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---We’re gearing up for the holiday season — just a little over a week from Thanksgiving here in the US — and as if we needed any more of a reminder, our favorite stores seem to be accelerating things by kicking off their holiday extravaganza even earlier than years past! It is the season of the holiday show, the show that takes place outside, and the show that kicks off...
2014-11-1719 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastI hear you and I see you!---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---Today, we offer three sentences. They are three simple sentences that may just change the way you talk to your children. And once you see how your relationship with your children changes, you may find yourself wondering how these three sentences will change the way you talk to your partner, your spouse, your team at work. You may find that these relationships grow stronger, and that you grow...
2014-11-1014 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastLessons Learned from Big Transitions in the Home---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---This week, we’re talking about transitions. It’s a story about a transition in the family, in fact, and the challenges that come as a result of watching those closest to us struggle in spite of our own experience. Nikki Kinzer shares the story of her son’s transition to middle school, and the work they have done as a family to understand both the social and emo...
2014-11-0326 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastDigital — Outsourcing distraction to the smart home---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---How are you with daily habits? Are you prone to forgetting your keys? How about leaving the house with the garage door wide open? If you’re prone to tiny bouts of forgetfulness, maybe it’s time to consider a technological solution! This week on Taking Control, Pete Wright and Nikki Kinzer walk through a variety of home automation solutions. From keyless home entry to complete home automat...
2014-10-2729 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastTaking Action---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---Goals are great. Last week we talked at some length about goals, in fact, and the importance of building the right intention into our goals with “would,” “should,” and “have to.” But anyone can set goals. What sets those who set goals apart from those who achieve them is all about awareness. This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright discuss the three critical questions to define...
2014-10-2009 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastWould, Have, and Should---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---Words have power. Nowhere is that more clear than in the language we use to describe ourselves. From empowerment to confidence to productivity and our very own care and appearance, the words we use to define ourselves have a direct and inextricable connection to the way we move through the world. This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright talk about the power of three ve...
2014-10-1314 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastADHD Awareness Month — Coaching & Resources Galore---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---It’s ADHD Awareness Month and we’re ringing in the season with a terrific list of books, sites, groups and other resources to help you wrap your head around this pesky condition. Whether you’re new to ADHD and wrestling with your own diagnosis or that of a loved one, or been dealing with ADHD for many years, we have some great tools and texts to support you...
2014-10-0628 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastDigital — ADHD in the Workplace---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---Thank you for supporting The ADHD Podcast on Patreon! — https://patreon.com/theadhdpodcast
We’ve spent the last month talking about the impacts of ADHD on the job hunt, career search, interviews, and lives at work. In this month’s episode of Digital, we’re talking about some of the electronic tools and related systems that can help you get the most out of your work day. T...
2014-09-2920 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastGetting the Most out of your Day---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---Thank you for supporting The ADHD Podcast on Patreon! — https://patreon.com/theadhdpodcast
We’re continuing our series on ADHD in the workplace and this week, you’ve picked the right career, nailed your interview, and you’re finally ready to get to work. How do you make sure you’re making the most of your time and leveraging your strengths effectively? This week on the show, Nikki...
2014-09-2216 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastOrganizing Your Workplace---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---Thank you for supporting The ADHD Podcast on Patreon! — https://patreon.com/theadhdpodcast
Whether you’re starting a new job or breathing new life into the job you have, creating and maintaining an organized workspace is critical to success and the ADHD brain. Time management, productivity, efficiency all improve when you’re free of disorganization and helps you feel stronger and more confident in the work you d...
2014-09-1527 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastPreparing for the Job Interview---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---Thank you for supporting The ADHD Podcast on Patreon! — https://patreon.com/theadhdpodcast
It’s time to dig into the nuts and bolts of getting your next — or first! — great job: the interview. Whether you feel you’re a seasoned vet or a complete novice, the act of pitching yourself to a potential manager can be stressful. The environment is even less hospitable if you’re struggling...
2014-09-0825 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastBack-to-School Technology Tools, Tips & Tricks!---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---Thank you for supporting The ADHD Podcast on Patreon! — https://patreon.com/theadhdpodcast
We’re taking on tech tools for school in this week’s digital episode of The ADHD Podcast, from considerations around speed of data collection and retrieval to discovering the tools and processes that will help you best focus your attention and achieve classroom success. In this episode we ask three fundamental qu...
2014-08-2517 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastThe Morning Routine---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---Thank you for supporting The ADHD Podcast on Patreon! — https://patreon.com/theadhdpodcast
So, you’ve made the transition to school on the right foot. How do you make sure each day is as successful as you can make it? Establish a morning routine that supports your natural behavior and your current demands! This week on The ADHD Podcast, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright share strate...
2014-08-1812 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastStart the New School Year With Confidence---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---Thank you for supporting The ADHD Podcast on Patreon! — https://patreon.com/theadhdpodcast
Integrating into the college environment is exciting and frightening. Young or old, you’re diving into a new universe of demands, expectations, and deadlines, all of which challenge the ADHD in complex ways. Continuing our series on ADHD and the college student, this week Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright talk about how to start...
2014-08-1114 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastADHD Coaching and the College Student---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---Thank you for supporting The ADHD Podcast on Patreon! — https://patreon.com/theadhdpodcast
The demands of higher education on adults with ADHD can be significant. High pressure, frequent deadlines, myriad distractions, and multiple simultaneous areas of study all contribute to an environment ripe for stress and frustration. These challenges make coaching and accountability even more critical when working toward achieving your degree. Nikki Kinzer is formali...
2014-08-0422 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastPaying Too Much Attention: The Challenge of Hyperfocus---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---Thank you for supporting The ADHD Podcast on Patreon! — https://patreon.com/theadhdpodcast
If you’re struggling with ADHD, you know about hyperfocus. But this trait is commonly misunderstood — both its function in the disorder and its impact on day-to-day life. This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright talk about the biological underpinnings of hyperfocus and share tips for breaking free when you need...
2014-07-2818 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastDigital — Dealing with Kidwork---Register today for our upcoming webinar: Webinar: It’s Not the Clutter… It’s the Decisions! — May 4, 2026, 4pm PT/7pm EThttps://takecontroladhd.com/declutter---Thanks to a listener, we have a digital option for dealing with piles and piles of kid’s productivity! "I have a hard time figuring out what to do with all my children's art projects and how to organize, store and save them. Throwing them away is so hard that I find myself keeping piles and piles of projects and I don't know what to do with them...
2014-07-2118 min