Jessica Horner
Policy advisor with People With Disability Australia and proudly AuDHD and disabled woman. Previously worked as a journalist at the ABC, focusing on the experiences of late-diagnosed Autistic adults.
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Dec 31, 2025 • 1h 18min
Episode 68 - Rewriting the Story: Jessica Horner on Letting Go of the Deficit Lens
Jessica Horner, an audio-aged and disabled advocate, returns for an insightful chat reflecting on her journey six years post-diagnosis. She shares experiences with ADHD and chronic illness while challenging the deficit lens often applied to neurodivergence. Jessica discusses the emotional toll of public vulnerability, the importance of authenticity, and the healing power of somatic practices like daily yoga. With a focus on self-compassion and community, she offers practical tools for navigating neurodivergent life and encourages embracing one small step at a time.
May 11, 2025 • 1h 21min
Neurodivergent Stories with Jessica Horner
This week features Jessica Horner, a policy advisor with People With Disability Australia and an AuDHD advocate. She shares her insights on the importance of storytelling for neurodivergent individuals, discussing how narratives shape identity. Jessica delves into the impact of media representation on personal experiences, emphasizing the need for diverse voices in storytelling. She also reflects on her journey with autism, highlighting self-advocacy and the critical role it plays in honoring the emotional validity of neurodivergent stories.
