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Working to Work explores the intersection of neurodivergence and employment, asking why autistic people and the wider neurodivergent community often struggle to obtain and sustain meaningful work, and how that significantly shapes not only their working lives but their lives as a whole. Through incisive interviews with neurodivergent creatives, as well as politicians, academics, and business leaders, the series examines interpersonal and structural barriers and practical solutions.
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In this second part of my conversation with Youngmin Park, a mathematical biologist and professor at the University of Florida, we turn our attention to his YouTube channel, ADHD Mathematician.
We talk about what motivated him to start sharing his experiences publicly, how he approaches openness with both care and honesty, and the ways his thinking about ADHD and mental health has evolved over time. We also discuss courage, vulnerability, and how the internet can both connect and confine us – and why, for Youngmin, authenticity is worth the risk.
I had a few ongoing technical challenges with this recording, so apologies again for the less-than-optimal video quality, but I hope you’ll still enjoy this thoughtful and wide-ranging conversation.
Youngmin’s website: https://youngmp.github.io
ADHD Mathematician: https://www.youtube.com/@UCLtlPRveA1APQnGAI2YVDGw
I became aware of Youngmin through his YouTube channel ADHD mathematician in which he explores the research that underpins ADHD, and shares constructive and in a non-prescriptive way his own journey with neurodivergence, as it relates to his work, personal life, and sense of self.
We’ll be talking more about the channel in the second part of this episode, but in this first hour youngmin spoke about his journey to becoming an professor at the university of Florida – despite difficulties including myself Patience and self compassion.
Youngmin's website: https://youngmp.github.io
ADHD Mathmatician: https://www.youtube.com/@ADHDMathematician
Artist Abbas Zahedi joins Sam to discuss their multidisciplinary practice, navigating institutional spaces, and how their experiences as a neurodivergent creative shape their approach to sustaining a career on their own terms.
Autistic musician Joanna Sternberg speaks with Sam about the themes in their music, navigating the industry, and the empowering impact of trusted friends.
YouTuber Shaun speaks with Sam about his character ‘Jack Tisson’’ — created to explore the causes of, and potential solutions to, challenges he’s experienced with work, and his wider life.
Artist and writer, Elinor Rowlands speaks with Sam about navigating a career in the arts as a neurodivergent person, and the work they’re doing to support marginilised autistic / ADHD artists.
Daniel Wilson joins Sam to discuss what the label of ‘outsider artist’ means and how it relates to neurodivergence.
Sam speaks with ChatGTP enthusiast, Justin Borge, about how AI can support people with ADHD.
Why Flexibility Matters in Creative Spaces | Shakira Alleyne
Featuring Robin Blamires’ epic soundpiece 'The Audio Rainbow', exploring his passion for radio, the challenges of finding fulfilling creative work, and their broader impacts.
Sam speaks with neurodivergent musician and filmmaker Shakira Alleyne about their journey and experiences as an aspiring artist.
Responding to the Government's Manifesto for Work on BBC Radio
Buckland Review of Autism Employment: Next Steps?
Sir Robert Buckland joins Sam to speak about the findings of the Government's review into autism employment and its recommendations.
Sam talks with disability pioneer Rebecca McGinnis of the Met Musuem in New York about who inclusion excludes and how.
Nanette Mellor, former CEO of Drake Music and the Brain Charity, joins Sam again to speak about how she has created neuro-inclusive organisations.
Nanette Mellor, the former CEO of Drake Music and the Brain Charity, joins Sam to speak about her vision for the future of neurodivergent work and education.
Sam talks with Dr. Anna Remington about how the greater perceptual capacity many autistic people experience can be a strength at work.
Dr Anna Remington explains Perceptual Capacity and Load Theory
The Most Triggering Word (in Work)
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