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Big Bad Beautiful Brains is a podcast about the messy brilliance of how our minds work. Honest conversations exploring how different brains think, work, and thrive — celebrating neurodiversity, neurodivergence and thinking differently, one story at a time.Hosted by James Kindred, designer, creative founder and proudly neurodivergent human, each episode is a space for open, thoughtful dialogue about the many ways our brains shape who we are and how we show up in the world. From light-hearted anecdotes to hard-won lessons, guests share how their minds help and hinder them — the coping tools they’ve built, the misunderstandings they’ve faced, and the discoveries that changed everything.The conversations are real, raw, and full of heart. You’ll hear from people from all walks of life — artists, entrepreneurs, parents, scientists, musicians, activists, and everyday thinkers — each bringing their own lens on what it means to navigate life with a brain that doesn’t always follow the rules.
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Signup to Generate a PitchBig Bad Beautiful Brains is a podcast about the messy brilliance of how our minds work. Honest conversations exploring how different brains think, work, and thrive, celebrating neurodiversity, neurodivergence and thinking differently, one story at a time.
Recent episodes include "Applying empathy in leadership as a neurodivergent MD - Bianca Molloy" (26 March 2026, 55 minutes), "Impulsiveness Can be a Superpower in the Right Space - Ellisha Soanes" (12 March 2026, 50 minutes), and "The Weight of Many Moments - Melissa Harrison" (26 February 2026, 48 minutes).
Big Bad Beautiful Brains publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 42 minutes across 16 episodes.
Booking probability for Big Bad Beautiful Brains is 25%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Big Bad Beautiful Brains requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Big Bad Beautiful Brains's contact route on record: verified email.
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Big Bad Beautiful Brains is an education podcast with 16 episodes published.
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Episode #14
<p><b>keywords</b></p><p>neurodiversity, emotional regulation, self-awareness, parenting, technology, communication, personal growth, curiosity, learning, social expectations</p><p></p><p><b>summary</b></p><p>James and...
Episode #13
<p>The conversation covers various themes including work-life balance, music and inspiration, impulse and sustainability, understanding brain function, learning to say no, asking for help and empowerment, and challenges...
Episode #12
<p><b>About Melissa</b></p><p>Melissa Harrison is an award-winning novelist and nature writer whose work spans fiction, children’s books, and journalism. She contributes a monthly Nature Notebook column to The Times and...
Episode #11
<p>The conversation with Frankie Rose covers various themes, including the concept of art as a mission, managing overwhelm, finding quiet in different ways, coping with a busy brain, creating structure for wellness, and...
Episode #10
<h4><b>About Mike</b></h4><p>Mike Keen is a chef and adventurer based in the east of England, dedicated to exploring ancestral diets and their role in shaping sustainable global food systems. He spends much of his time...
Big Bad Beautiful Brains
<p>Hello everyone! I hope you're doing well. Just a little voice note from me to say that Season Two will be out later this month. </p>
Episode #9
<p>Ben Driver is an artist, hair stylist and holistic therapist whose work is rooted in curiosity, connection and creative exploration. He describes himself as a gentle creative soul with a growing rebellious streak...
Episode #8
<p>Kasey Brown is an author originally from Hertfordshire and now settled in Suffolk. She was diagnosed with ADHD in her late 20s, and her neurodivergence is woven into her perspective and writing. Her debut book – due...
Episode #7
<p><b>keywords</b></p><p>music, curiosity, attention, learning, AI, storytelling, personal growth, mental health, experience, knowledge</p><p></p><p><b>takeaways</b></p>Music plays a nostalgic role in our...
Episode #6
<p>About Mark</p><p>Mark Požlep — an artist from Slovenia whose work sits at the intersection of performance, travel, and social engagement. Mark creates what he calls durational performances — long, often physical...
Episode #4
<p>Summary</p><p>In this conversation, Isiah and James explore the profound impact of music on mental health, the role of photography in expressing identity, and the challenges of navigating indecision and structure in...
Episode #4
<p>In this conversation, Sophie and James explore various themes surrounding creativity, mental health, and the intricacies of artistic processes. They discuss the challenges of festival installations, the joy of music...
Episode #3
<p><b>Keywords</b></p><p>art, creativity, Suffolk, sound, memory, dreams, social media, companionship, artistic process, festival</p><p></p><p><b>Summary</b></p><p>In this conversation, Robin and James explore the...
Episode #2
<p>Sophie the Great is a singer/songwriter with a wonderfully curious mind. She describes herself as “weird and interested in everything” – someone who’s always learning, always open, and ready to dive into whatever the...
Episode #1
<p>James Kindred and Andrew Laws delve into the themes of curiosity, creativity, and the distinct ways their brains function. They discuss the importance of asking questions, embracing chaos, and finding joy in everyday...
Big Bad Beautiful Brains
<p>Hosted by James Kindred, Big Bad Beautiful Brains is a podcast launching soon that dives deep into the quirks, challenges, and superpowers of brains that don’t always follow the rules. From ADHD to autism, anxiety to...
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