ADHD for Smart Ass Women with Tracy Otsuka

EP. 318: Brittany Madrid Mogenson: The ADHD Brain Behind BZenTV

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Feb 5, 2025

Brittany Madrid Mogenson, a dynamic TV host and executive producer of BZenTV, shares her inspiring journey from struggling with dyscalculia and ADHD in school to thriving in a fast-paced media career. She discusses how her curiosity and adaptability became assets in sports reporting and acting. Facing rejection in the entertainment industry, Brittany emphasizes resilience and the importance of embracing one's unique strengths. With tales of dogs and the power of philosophy in shaping her critical thinking, she encourages others to love their ADHD brain.

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Early Dyscalculia Diagnosis

Brittany Madrid-Moganson was diagnosed with dyscalculia in sixth grade, impacting her math abilities.
Despite excelling in other subjects, math caused significant struggles and self-esteem issues.

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ADHD Diagnosis and Impact

In college, Brittany Madrid-Moganson was diagnosed with ADHD, which was life-changing.
Medication and coping strategies improved her self-esteem and allowed her to understand her struggles.

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Anxiety's Impact on Performance

Brittany Madrid-Moganson's nervousness affects her memory and cognitive function.
This was especially challenging during live sports reporting, requiring beta blockers to manage anxiety.

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Some people spend years trying to figure out what they want to do. Brit Madrid Mogensen does it all.

From sports reporting and acting to hosting her own TV show, Brit built a career that thrives on curiosity, creativity, and adaptability—hallmarks of the ADHD brain. But before she found her rhythm in the fast-paced world of media, she struggled in school, particularly with math, where her dyscalculia made numbers feel impossible. Despite excelling in subjects like literature and philosophy, she often felt held back by traditional education’s narrow expectations. It wasn’t until college that she was officially diagnosed with ADHD, a realization that helped her understand why certain things came so easily while others felt impossible.

Brit shares how she went from feeling like she wasn’t measuring up to carving her path in media, taking on opportunities without always knowing what she was doing—but trusting she’d figure it out along the way. She opens up about rejection in the entertainment industry, how she’s learned to bounce back, and why ADHD has been her greatest asset in a field that rewards quick thinking and adaptability. Whether she’s reporting from the sidelines, acting on the Dallas reboot, or creating TV that blends wellness and pop culture, Brit has found success by following her interests instead of forcing herself into a traditional mold.

She also dives into her love of astrology—how it helps her understand herself and others, and why it might resonate with ADHD brains. If you’ve ever struggled to stick to one path or felt like your interests pull you in a million directions, Brit’s journey is a reminder that success isn’t about narrowing yourself down—it’s about finding the through line that makes it all work together.

Resources:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/britmadrid/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bzentv/
Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/bzentv/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/bzentv
Podcast: https://pod

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