• Wait, What Were We Doing: The ADHD Podcast

  • By: Aly & Jenna
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Wait, What Were We Doing: The ADHD Podcast

By: Aly & Jenna
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  • Staying on topic and finishing tasks can be a tall order for anyone; but when you add adult attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD) and two bestfriends into the mix, you're just asking for trouble. It's a good thing that Jenna and Aly have become accustomed to trouble and chaos! ADHD is like adding a dash of spice and unpredictability into a conversation, and there is never a dull moment between these two hosts. Each episode, Aly guides Jenna (and the audience!) through a different topic somehow related to ADHD and mental health. ADHD in women, impulsivity, inattention, and fidget toys are just the beginning of possibilities that your hosts will discuss as long as they can remember what they're doing! Got an idea for a topic or just want to add to the conversation? Jenna and Aly can be reached on twitter @waitwhatadhdpod (https://twitter.com/waitwhatadhdpod) or email adhdwaitwhatpod@gmail.com. Also check out https://flow.page/alycatcraftshop for episode sources, social media, ways to support the show, and more!
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Episodes
  • 6: Wait.. What are the presentations of ADHD? (pt1)

    6: Wait.. What are the presentations of ADHD? (pt1)
    Nov 3 2021
    Am I inattentive? Why do I care about ADHD subtypes? Am I hyperactive/impulsive? What are the 3 presentations of ADHD? Is combined presentation a 50/50 split?

    Wait.. what were we doing? Oh yeah, making a podcast about ADHD! In this episode, Jenna and Aly discuss in depth about what are the presentations (otherwise know as the 3 subtypes) of ADHD. This week your hosts have a more logical based conversation with a sprinkling of personal opinions and experiences to keep things spicy.  Jenna and Aly start by talking about  the breakdown of an ADHD diagnosis, the symptoms of the hyperactive/impulsive presentation, the symptoms of inattentive presentation, and the symptoms of combined presentation. They talk about their own presentations because Aly is diagnosed with combined and Jenna is… inattentive, maybe? The discussion includes why these breakdowns are important, how they can affect your outlook and treatment, as well as some studies done on their effects. This episode was supposed to include an alternative theory for the 3 breakdown buuuuuut, Jenna decided the conversation about the 7 types of ADD needed it’s own episode so tune in next time for part 2!


    ADHD in women is real. In this episode, Aly and Jenna are excellent examples of this. They are two smart cookies, but they can be easily distracted and have a tendency to go on a tangent or two.. or three.. 
    The tangents and distractions of the week include but are definitely not limited to:
    • MLMs suck
    • Jenna’s tropical paradise
    • Offending danish people everywhere
    • Butting into others conversations
    • Aly’s a know it all smarty pants 
    • Jenna tells Aly she’s screwed

    Don’t forget to let us know what you think on our twitter! @waitwhatadhdpod and join the conversation through our email, adhdwaitwhatpod@gmail.com.

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    Our awesome Intro/Outro music by Skane_Music

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    Our website (episode transcripts in the work now!) 
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    34 mins
  • 5: Wait.. Why do we fidget?

    5: Wait.. Why do we fidget?
    Oct 24 2021
    [ATTN: gift basket giveaway entry time has been extended due to Aly’s busy schedule and inability to put out episodes on time! (Oopsy, sorry! I’m working on getting into a better editing and planning schedule) The giveaway will now be suspended until we reach 15 reviews on apple podcasts. Then once that goal is hit, a drawing date will be selected and a winner will be notified via Twitter. So keep an eye out!]

    Are stimming and self soothing the same thing? What is the best fidget toy? How does fidgeting help you? Can fidgeting be problematic? Have you heard of BFRBs? What is the relationship between fidgeting and anxiety? 

    Wait.. what were we doing? Oh yeah, making a podcast about ADHD! In this episode, Jenna and Aly discuss in depth all about fidgeting. This week the conversation is focused on anecdotal information from your hosts with just a dash of research from Aly for guidance and spice. Jenna and Aly start by talking about the difference between self soothing and stimming. They discuss what is fidgeting and some reasons why people with adhd fidget. They give you the low down on their favorite fidget toys, their personal fidgeting behavior (current and past), and even the benefit fidgeting has on anxiety! Jenna finally gets to air her dislike of fidget spinners while praising pop it toys while Aly plays with her new squishy the whole time. Before wrapping up their ADHD podcast, they discuss body focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs).

    ADHD in women is real. In this episode, Aly and Jenna are excellent examples of this. They are two smart cookies, but they can be easily distracted and have a tendency to go on a tangent or two.. or three..  The tangents and distractions of the week include but are definitely not limited to:
    • Transitional activities
    • Getting ready for vacation
    • ADHD pen pal matching
    • A secret conversation
    • Smoking cigarettes
    • What are poppers?!?
    • Aly being nosey 
    • Jenna loves dogs


    Don’t forget to let us know what you think on our twitter! @waitwhatadhdpod   and join the conversation through our email, adhdwaitwhatpod@gmail.com. 
    Google Doc For All Sources 
    Our awesome Intro/Outro music by Skane_Music 
    All the social links 
    Our website (episode transcripts in the work now!) 
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    48 mins
  • 4: Wait.. Can we discuss ADHD Medication?

    4: Wait.. Can we discuss ADHD Medication?
    Sep 24 2021
    Are stimulants the only kind of ADHD medication? What’s the difference between XR and IR adderall? What age should you start taking ADHD medication? Are pills magic? What are our personal feelings about medications? What are some tips to taking our medications? Do pills build skills? How long did Jenna spend watching #shorts on YouTube? Can you hear Aly singing the “don’t be suspicious” sound byte from Parks & Rec?

    Wait… what was I doing? Oh yeah! Jenna and Aly discuss in-depth about their feelings on ADHD medications. They start the conversation with different types and when they were released. They also discuss stimulants vs non stimulants vs off label antidepressants. Remember that Jenna and Aly are not doctors, but they do give you their unsolicited advice about everything ADHD medications.

    Aly and Jenna are women that are easily distracted and have a tendency to go on tangents.. The tangents and distractions from this week’s episode include:
    • Spooky ADHD gift basket giveaway
    • ADHD treatment is not ADHD friendly
    • Why are there no transitions in this podcast?
    • ADHD Pen pal exchange organization
    • Taking antibiotics and vitamins
    • Is Jenna too old for social media?
    • Aly’s new skincare routine

    Don’t forget to let us know what you think on our twitter! @waitwhatadhdpod and join the conversation through our email, adhdwaitwhatpod@gmail.com

    Google Doc For All Sources

    Our awesome Intro/Outro music by Skane_Music

    All the social links

    Our website (episode transcripts in the work now!)
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    50 mins

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