Unapologetically Awesome with Penn & Kim Holderness

Oct 10, 2024

Join Penn and Kim Holderness, award-winning content creators and authors of "ADHD is Awesome," as they share their humorous insights on living with ADHD. Penn reminisces about his chaotic childhood and how ADHD shaped his creativity. Kim reveals strategies for navigating challenges in relationships and family life while embracing vulnerability. They tackle myths about ADHD, the emotional complexities involved, and celebrate the unique strengths it can bring. Expect laughter, relatable anecdotes, and a delightful dive into spontaneity and connection.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Athleticism and Aging: A Humorous Reflection

02:25 • 2min

Navigating ADHD and Anxiety in Relationships

03:57 • 18min

Navigating Emotions: ADHD and Relationships

21:46 • 8min

Understanding ADHD: Myths and Realities

29:57 • 12min

Navigating Productivity and Creativity with ADHD

41:41 • 7min

Spontaneous Creativity and Solar Eclipse Shenanigans

49:00 • 2min

Creative Engagement in the Age of Spontaneity

51:06 • 5min

Humor and Heart: A Podcast Journey

56:00 • 7min

This week on The ADHD Podcast, hosts Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright wrangle the comedic duo, Penn and Kim Holderness, authors of the New York Times bestselling book, ADHD is Awesome. Known for their viral videos (and possibly for single-handedly introducing COVID to the US, but we'll let Kim explain that one), the Holdernesses bring their signature blend of humor and honesty to a conversation about ADHD, vulnerability, and the art of the perfectly timed split jump.

Kim, the self-proclaimed anxiety and OCD whisperer to Penn's whirlwind of ADHD energy, shares her side of the story, revealing the secrets to thriving in a relationship where lost car keys and forgotten stoves are just part of the daily soundtrack.

Penn takes us on a trip down memory lane, from his shirt-chewing, interruption-filled childhood to the college years where academic probation became an unwelcome roommate. He shares how ADHD has shaped their careers, from the fast-paced world of local news to the creative explosion of online content creation. And yes, he finally explains the genius behind the cauliflower rice video – prepare for a philosophical debate that will divide your family for generations.

Join Pete and Nikki for a laugh-out-loud, yet touching conversation with Penn and Kim. This episode is packed with relatable anecdotes, practical tips, and a healthy reminder that even in the midst of chaos, there's always room for connection, understanding, and maybe even a well-placed split jump.

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(00:00) - Welcome to Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast
(01:17) - Become a Patron! patreon.com/theadhdpodcast
(01:43) - Introducing Penn & Kim Holderness
(11:43) - ADHD Adaptation Between Partners
(19:15) - The Beach Story
(30:39) - The Baggage of ADHD
(36:13) - Tackling the Title
(44:19) - The Creative Process
(52:55) - Collaboration
(01:01:41) - What's Next?

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