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Sometimes what we need most isn't advice . It's to feel less alone. I'm Sam (she/her) - hairstylist, mom of two, and a late diagnosed ADHDer. My husband is Autistic + ADHD, and together we are raising our unique neurodivergent family. On Neurodivergent, Not Broken, we share real stories about AHHD, Autism, marriage, parenting, meltdowns, sensory needs, meltdowns, mental health, and everything in between. Whether you're neurodivergent yourself, raising ND kids, or love someone who is - this is a space for real stories, reflection, and connection that helps us feel less alone.
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Signup to Generate a PitchSometimes what we need most isn't advice. It's to feel less alone. I'm Sam (she/her) - hairstylist, mom of two, and a late diagnosed ADHDer. My husband is Autistic + ADHD, and together we are raising our unique neurodivergent family.
Neurodivergent, Not Broken is hosted by Sam Nelson. The show has published 22 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "The Holidays Can Be Hard" (24 November 2025, 27 minutes), "The Holidays Can Be Hard" (24 November 2025, 27 minutes), and "When Sensory Needs Don't Match" (11 November 2025, 13 minutes).
Neurodivergent, Not Broken publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 19 minutes across 22 episodes.
Booking probability for Neurodivergent, Not Broken is 20%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Neurodivergent, Not Broken requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Neurodivergent, Not Broken's contact route on record: verified email.
The strongest fits for Neurodivergent, Not Broken are Health & Wellness Services and Family & Social Services. Neurodivergent, Not Broken has a health audience.
Sam Nelson hosts Neurodivergent, Not Broken, a health podcast with 22 episodes published.
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Episode #12
In this episode, we talk about why the holidays can be overwhelming for neurodivergent folks. We cover the social norms that drain us, how to prepare ahead of time, ways to advocate in the moment, and why rest and...
Episode #12
In this episode, we talk about why the holidays can be overwhelming for neurodivergent folks. We cover the social norms that drain us, how to prepare ahead of time, ways to advocate in the moment, and why rest and...
Episode #8
What happens when one of us needs quiet and another needs noise? In this episode, I share what our home looked like five years ago, before I understood sensory differences through a neurodivergent lens—and how that...
Content warning: Mentions of suicidality Skip times : 26:19–26:44 and 40:56–42:21 . In this very vulnerable episode , Scott and I talk about his autism diagnosis and what it’s meant for his mental health. He shares how...
Neurodivergent, Not Broken
Sometimes you just don’t have the capacity for the things you want to do. In this episode I talk about Spoon Theory, metaphor created by Christine Miserandino to explain what it’s like to live with chronic illness...
I chat with Kati Ranae about neurodiversity in education! We touch on: ADHD/autism Hyperlexia & gestalt language processing (GLP) Ehlers–Danlos syndrome (EDS) Diagnosis barriers, and medication + mental health. She...
Neurodivergent, Not Broken
In this short bonus episode, I share a personal story about my daughter’s sensory needs — and how understanding her helped me see myself differently too. It’s about regulation, shame, and the moments that shift...
Episode #6
We don’t all process the world the same way. In this episode, Sam (ADHD) and Scott (Autistic + ADHD) share real stories of sensory clash and connection: restaurants where every conversation floods Scott’s attention, why...
Episode #5
A quick reflection on sensory overwhelm — how it can trigger meltdowns, require long recovery, and why pushing through isn’t the answer. Instead, validation and small accommodations can make all the difference...
Episode #4
My daughter, who is ADHD and likely Autistic, thrives on routine and needs her clothes to match. Here's how I'm learning to shift from frustration to compassion - and why being willing to accommodate (even when it means...
Neurodivergent, Not Broken
Scott opens up about what’s really happening in his brain during everyday interactions—juggling eye contact, reading body language, and overanalyzing every word. He shares an analogy that compares masking and coping to...
We can put so much pressure on ourselves as parents to be on time. But sometimes, the best thing we can do is choose connection over the clock. "Shaming myself for those moments doesn’t help. Just like shaming her — or...
Episode #2
Ashley pushes back on the myth. “People will say, ‘They’ll eat when they’re hungry.’ That is one of the biggest lies you’re told about a child who’s neurodivergent — because he would rather starve than eat a food that...
Neurodivergent, Not Broken
The biggest thing that changed my marriage wasn't therapy or date nights - it was understanding our ADHD and Autistic brains. * And don't worry, I'm not anti-therapy. I see my therapist regularly!
Episode #2
There’s such a stigma around screen time — but for Ashley’s autistic son, his iPad is a safe space he can always count on being the same. 🎙️ Catch the full conversation with Ashley in Episode 2: Let Them Lead. ❤️ If...
What happens when you stop trying to control everything — and start letting your child lead the way? In this episode, I sit down with my best friend Ashley as she shares her journey raising her autistic son, Huxley, and...
This week I sit down with my best friend, Ashley, to talk about what it means to Let Them Lead. For her and her family it was learning to let go of control while raising their autistic son- even when it comes to toys...
Neurodivergent, Not Broken
Not everything makes the final cut. When you're finally diagnosed ADHD and told to get a planner...very funny! Just in case you didn't know, Cool Beans is cool again. Listen to episode 1...
Neurodivergent, Not Broken
In this very first episode of Neurodivergent, Not Broken , Scott and I open up about our personal journeys with neurodivergence. I was diagnosed with ADHD at 33, and Scott later discovered he was both ADHD and autistic...
Neurodivergent, Not Broken
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