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Introducing “LATE BLOOMERS”, the podcast where Rich and Rox Pink—self-proclaimed experts in how to mess up your life—share their raw and unfiltered journey from barely surviving to thriving.
Between them, they’ve
• Drowned in debt
• Battled addictions
• Survived multiple divorces
• Quit countless jobs
• Faced severe mental health struggles
Now, with over 5 million followers and two Sunday Times bestselling books, they’re here to prove that no matter how messy life gets, it’s never too late to turn it around.
Tune in for candid conversations and hard-earned lessons. This is your no bullsh*t guide to personal growth.
Between them, they’ve
• Drowned in debt
• Battled addictions
• Survived multiple divorces
• Quit countless jobs
• Faced severe mental health struggles
Now, with over 5 million followers and two Sunday Times bestselling books, they’re here to prove that no matter how messy life gets, it’s never too late to turn it around.
Tune in for candid conversations and hard-earned lessons. This is your no bullsh*t guide to personal growth.
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In this week’s episode of LATE BLOOMERS, Rich and Rox air out the DIRTY LAUNDRY — literally. From BO and bed sheets to flannel roulette and maggot towels (yes, really), we talk about the messy realities of hygiene and cleaning when you have ADHD. We share our most embarrassing confessions, break down why cleanliness has no moral value, and give you the hacks that actually work — from five-minute cleans to dopamine baths to inviting someone over just to get the house sorted.
This is the shame-free conversation we all need: raw, funny, and practical. If you’ve ever struggled to keep on top of laundry, showers, or cleaning routines, this episode will make you feel seen — and maybe even give you a system that sticks.
2Being in love with an ADHDer is equal parts chaos, comedy, and connection. In this episode of LATE BLOOMERS, Rich and Rox dive into The ADHD Partner Survival Guide: 10 strategies for a happier relationship.
From time blindness to forgotten anniversaries, we share the hacks that have saved our sanity (and our marriage). Expect raw honesty, plenty of laughter, and a few “oh my god, that’s us” moments along the way.
Whether you’re the ADHDer, the long-suffering partner, or both, this episode will help you feel seen — and maybe even a little more hopeful about love in the madness.
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Ever wonder if your brain’s thriving or just surviving? In this episode of LATE BLOOMERS, Rox and Rich dive into Nancy McWilliams’ 10 qualities of mental health and grade their own messy minds. From secure attachment to zest for life, nothing’s off limits as they swap stories of Rox’s chaotic boozy uni days and Rich’s deer-in-headlights youth.
Their scores? A wild mix of wins and “still growing.” Rox finds safety with Rich but still wrestles with self-esteem, while Rich loves their purpose-driven life but questions his grit when things crumble. Along the way they tackle why ADHDers and neurodivergents often feel “less than,” and how therapy, love, and environment can change the soil you’re planted in.
Raw, funny, and painfully relatable, this episode isn’t a perfect checklist—it’s a no-shame checkup. If you’ve ever wondered “Am I actually okay, or just really good at faking it?” this one’s for you.
Is laziness real, or is it one of the biggest lies told about ADHD? In this episode of LATE BLOOMERS, Rich and Rox tackle the “lazy lie” head-on. They explore why being called lazy never motivates anyone, and why shame only fuels procrastination, anxiety, and self-doubt instead of getting things done.
From homework left to the last minute, uni rooms infested with flies, and dodged coffee duties, they swap hilarious and raw stories that show how “lazy” is almost never the truth. With banter, and brutal honesty, they pull apart the difference between actual laziness (vibing on your phone while someone else makes the coffee) and executive dysfunction: the invisible ADHD struggle that looks like laziness but feels like quicksand.
If you’ve ever called yourself lazy, or been crushed under the weight of that label, this episode is for you.
Welcome to LATE BLOOMERS, where Rox and Rich get real about being anti-social butterflies and navigating social life with neurodivergent brains. Rox shares ADHD chaos like double-booking disasters, missing weddings, and the social anxiety that often keeps them home.
Rich admits to dodging small talk, pulling Irish Goodbyes, and choosing the dog over most invites unless it’s Green Day. Together they explore the exhaustion of parties that feel like performances, the guilt of cancelling plans, and why home feels like the safest place.
If you have ever cheered when plans fell through or left a gathering completely drained, this episode is for you.
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In this honest and unfiltered episode of LATE BLOOMERS, Rich and Rox share the side of healing no one talks about—the part where it feels lonely, awkward, and nothing in your old life fits anymore.
Sobriety meant losing friends who only knew them as drinkers. Changing priorities meant some family relationships shifted or ended. Even work and identity had to be rebuilt from scratch.
They talk about the grief of outgrowing people you thought would be in your life forever, and how clarity can make old dynamics impossible to return to. But they also share the small wins, the peace, and the self-respect that come with sticking it out.
If you’re in the messy middle of getting better, this episode is a reminder that the loneliness won’t last—but the growth will.
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What even is normal? In this hilarious and heartfelt episode, Rox and Rich dive into the absurd, confusing, and often unspoken rules of neurotypical behaviour.
They unpack why some people relax by drinking in loud bars, the strange obsession with small talk, and the exhausting pressure to follow a rigid life roadmap. Rich questions the morality assigned to messiness, and Rox explains why “fitting in” always came at the cost of authenticity. They break down social hierarchies, unspoken rules, and why direct communication often feels like rebellion.
If you’ve ever felt like you missed the memo on how to be “normal,” this episode will make you feel seen — and probably make you laugh.
In this episode of LATE BLOOMERS, Rich and Rox dive into the messy reality of addiction—far beyond the stereotypes of vodka bottles and rock bottoms. From alcohol and gambling to phone scrolling, comfort eating, and chasing validation, we explore the many ways addiction hides in plain sight.
We talk openly about our own experiences with compulsive behaviors, the childhood trauma that fed them, and the shame that kept them alive. We unpack why it’s so hard to stop: the relief it brings, the shame it creates, and the terrifying thought of life without it.
We also share what actually helped us heal. From the moment we admitted there was a problem, to the small, brave steps that pulled us out of the cycle—one day at a time. This episode isn’t just about sobriety; it’s about self-understanding, compassion, and change.
If you’ve ever wondered, why can’t I stop doing this thing I hate?—this one’s for you.
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We’ve tried every productivity system out there — and most of them made us feel worse. So in this episode of LATE BLOOMERS, Rich and Rox share the ADHD hacks that actually helped. No shame, no pressure — just real strategies that work with your brain, not against it.
From “the 300 second rule” to “lesser-of-two-evils,” these are the weird little tricks that finally made a difference in our day-to-day lives. I
f you’ve ever felt like a broken human in a productivity-obsessed world, this one’s for you. Expect honesty, laughter, and 8 practical tools to try today.
When we brought Rocket home, we expected healing, routine, and emotional support. What we got was… that, plus pee on the floor, chewed furniture, and a full identity crisis.
In this episode of LATE BLOOMERS, Rich and Rox tell the honest story of life with their puppy. From 3 a.m. wake-ups to questioning whether we’d made a huge mistake, we share how Rocket changed our lives in ways we never expected — and how he became the little soul mate we both adore.
Whether you're thinking of getting a puppy or just want a laugh at our expense, this is the beautiful, brutal truth of life with Rocket.
Welcome back to LATE BLOOMERS. In this episode, Rich and Rox dive into the messy, hilarious, and often misunderstood world of sex and neurodivergence.
From sensory overload to shame spirals, we’re unpacking 10 ways your brain might be ruining your sex life — and what you can actually do about it.
Whether you're in a long-term relationship or figuring yourself out, this is the honest, awkward, hopeful chat you didn’t know you needed. You're not broken. You're not alone. And yes, a little dance might actually help.
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In this episode of LATE BLOOMERS, Rox and Rich dive into the real work of building healthy, long-lasting love — the kind nobody taught us how to do. Whether you're anxiously attached, avoidant, or just exhausted from repeating the same patterns, this episode breaks down the 5 essential rules that transformed their relationship (and could transform yours too).
You'll learn:
Don’t use extreme communication — how silent treatment or shouting damages safety.
Respect your partner’s nervous system — why their reactions aren’t always about you.
Remember your childhoods — how the past shows up in your present.
Stay connected — why little moments of intimacy matter.
Celebrate the ordinary — because healthy love is built in the boring bits.
This is your no-BS guide to unlearning toxic patterns, healing your attachment style, and finding love that actually lasts.
Why does everything feel so hard? In this painfully honest episode, Rox and Rich unpack the everyday struggles of “being a grown-up” with ADHD—from brushing your teeth to answering emails to keeping your house from turning into chaos. They talk about the crushing shame of falling behind on life admin, the emotional toll of forgetting simple things, and the silent pressure of pretending you’ve got it all together.
Rox shares what it’s like to feel like a bad adult almost every day, and Rich opens up about how he’s learned to support her without judgment. Together, they explore what’s really behind the meltdown over laundry, the panic over unopened letters, and the guilt that follows every unfinished task.
This episode is for anyone who’s ever felt broken by the basics. You’re not lazy, you’re not alone—and there is a way through. Let this be your permission slip to drop the shame and find your own version of functioning.
Arguments don’t have to mean the end. In this raw and relatable episode, Rox and Rich unpack the hidden rules of conflict—especially in neurodivergent relationships where communication styles, emotional regulation, and processing speeds can clash hard. From shutdowns and shouting matches to storming off and saying the wrong thing, they explore how fights happen, why they escalate, and what they’ve learned about surviving them.
Rox opens up about her explosive ADHD fight style and the fear that every argument means it’s over. Rich shares his autistic tendency to shut down or withdraw—and how misunderstood that can feel. Together, they reflect on the patterns that nearly broke them, and the tools that helped them break the cycle instead.
This episode is for anyone who feels like they’re fighting on loop, stuck in a relationship that’s full of love but littered with landmines. Whether you're the one who yells or the one who hides, FIGHT CLUB will help you feel less alone—and give you hope that repair is possible when you finally learn the rules.
Ever felt like you’re running behind in life—while everyone else is ticking boxes, buying homes, and smashing careers? In this brutally honest episode, Rox and Rich unpack what it really means to be a “late bloomer.” From chaotic finances to relationship disasters and career false starts, they explore the deep shame that can come with feeling like you're years behind your peers—and how ADHD, trauma, and a lack of support often fuel that spiral.
Rox opens up about hitting rock bottom in all three areas—money, love, and work—by her mid-thirties. She shares the terrifying debt, the hyperfocus heartbreaks, and the endless job hopping that left her feeling broken and hopeless. But through small steps, vulnerability, and a hell of a lot of therapy, she began to rebuild—and Rich, the bank manager she accidentally fell in love with, helped her see that being “late” doesn’t mean you’re lost.
Whether you’re in your twenties, thirties, or fifties, this episode is a love letter to anyone who feels behind. It’s not too late to start again. It’s not too late to change your story. And it’s definitely not too late to create a life that finally fits. This one’s for the screwups, the slow starters, and the quietly resilient. You’re right on time.
Self-care is everywhere. From matcha lattes and five-step skincare routines to cold plunges and pastel journals, the internet is overflowing with advice on how to look after yourself. But here’s the problem…most of it doesn’t work for people like us. In this episode of LATE BLOOMERS, Rox and Rich pull the curtain back on the performance of self-care and ask the big question: what does it actually look like when you're neurodivergent, overwhelmed, and barely keeping up with life?
We talk honestly about our own struggles — including Rich’s emotional pizza binges and Rox’s battle with cleaning her teeth — and unpack why so many self-care trends set us up to fail. We explore how “care” became something we perform for the internet, why aesthetics can be damaging, and how toxic productivity has snuck into even our bubble baths.
This is not an episode about doing more. It’s about doing less — with kindness. It's about brushing your teeth, sending the email, and drinking some bloody water. If you’ve ever felt like you’re failing at self-care, we want you to know: you’re not alone, and there is a better way.
What if the things you’re most ashamed of — the things you swore you’d never tell anyone — are the very things holding you back?
In this episode of LATE BLOOMERS, Rich and Rox open up the “shame files” and share the moments they’ve buried for years: the gambling, the stealing, the lying, the drinking, the secrets, the things they hoped no one would ever find out.
Together, they unpack how shame shapes our identities, how we carry guilt that was never ours to begin with, and how hiding the truth keeps us sick, small, and disconnected. From addiction and childhood trauma to money meltdowns and compulsive people-pleasing, this is a raw and honest look at what happens when we finally say it out loud.
If you’ve ever thought, “If they knew the real me, they’d leave,” — this episode is your proof that healing starts with honesty.
“For most of my life, I thought I was just a bad person — lazy, dramatic, messy, and too much”. In this episode of LATE BLOOMERS, Rox shares the raw truth about being diagnosed with ADHD in adulthood, and how it changed everything.
Alongside Rich, she reflects on the years of masking, people-pleasing, addiction, and breakdowns that came from not understanding her own brain. Together, they explore the emotional weight of a late diagnosis — the grief, the relief, the shame, and the transformation.
If you've ever asked yourself “Why am I like this?” — if you’ve ever felt like you’re failing at life for reasons you can’t explain — this episode will hit home. Because sometimes, a diagnosis isn’t just a label. It’s a lifeline.
Ever planned a total life overhaul, only to burn out in three days and feel even worse? Yeah, us too.
In this episode of LATE BLOOMERS, Rich and Rox get brutally honest about why we chase fantasy fixes—like crash diets, productivity sprints, or becoming a totally new person overnight—and why those plans always fall apart. From ADHD brains addicted to dopamine and all-or-nothing thinking, to trauma-based shame spirals and the lure of a brand new notebook, we unpack the psychology behind self-sabotage.
But more importantly, we talk about the antidote: small victories. You’ll hear about money meltdowns, fantasy meal plans, unfinished wardrobes, and why building trust with yourself through micro-changes is the only sustainable way to grow.
If you’ve ever thought, “I should have my life together by now”—this one’s for you.
In this episode of LATE BLOOMERS, Rich and Rox dive deep into the quiet epidemic of self-hatred. We explore where it really comes from: childhood trauma, rejection, bullying, addiction, neurodivergence, and the survival strategies we learned just to make it through. Whether it's self-sabotage, choosing the wrong people, or never feeling good enough, self-hate often hides in plain sight.
We share our own stories—gambling addiction, self-harm, broken relationships, and shame—and the long, messy road toward finally learning to treat ourselves with compassion. If you’ve ever struggled with that voice in your head that says you’re not enough, this is the episode you need.
We also break down some practical ways to start changing the script: how to recognise your inner critic, track your self-talk, accept compliments without deflecting, and understand that self-hatred is something you learned—which means it’s something you can unlearn.
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Currently shut in my dad’s caravan trying to give up vaping for the gazillionth time (my partner still vapes so I have to remove myself from the house for the initial detox period). Totally resonate with the whole solution to a problem cycle thing. I get bad health anxiety, so I smoke/vape to deal with that, but the smoking is what’s making me worried about my health in the first place. Glad I stumbled on this, this evening, food for thought ❤️
Most valuable episode yet! You illustrate 'One day at a time' brilliantly. I finally grasp the concept & process.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart! Rox, you were my light bulb moment, the reason I figured out what the hell was 'wrong' with me. I'm just starting to put my life back together with the power of knowing I'm neurodivergent. It's so empowering. hopefully one day I'll find my Rich. love you guys xx #adhdlove