
Distracted
Still more distracted than ever. Every Wednesday, Jack Suddaby sits down with experts to figure out how to live the best life, one distraction at a time. From ADHD and mental health to productivity hacks, weird obsessions and unexpected life lessons, nothing’s off-limits.
Join Jack every Wednesday as he chats with psychologists, scientists, coaches, creatives and the occasional friend (awwww) all in search of small insights that might just make a big difference. Expect laughs, chaos and the kind of questions you didn’t know you needed answered.
@distracted.podcast
@jack.suddaby
Latest episodes

May 20, 2025 • 29min
SEX: “Switch off to turn on!” – Kate Moyle
Kate Moyle is a UKCP-registered Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist and author of The Science of Sex. With over a decade of experience, she works to make conversations about sex and relationships more open, informed, and shame-free. She’s the host of The Sexual Wellness Sessions podcast and a media expert regularly featured across TV, radio, and events. Check out Kate’s book, ‘The Science of Sex’, here: https://www.katemoyle.co.uk/bookWe hope you enjoy! x- Shout out to all our Patrons, thanks so much for the support! If you fancy joining and getting access to ad-free versions of our episodes, head over to our Patreon page: patreon.com/distractedpodcast Follow us here...@distracted.podcast@jack.suddaby

Mar 26, 2025 • 5min
ANNOUNCEMENT: Things are changing around here!
Big announcement!! We've spoken very openly on the pod about how we both thrive on and struggle with change, but either way, we can't deny it's inevitable. The time has come to switch things up and we want to take this opportunity to thank you from the bottom of our hearts for all of your support and messages since we first started releasing episodes. We are so incredibly grateful for you all and what this podcast has done for us and our listeners. Stay tuned for updates...SO MUCH LOVE, Jack and Kat xxxx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 19, 2025 • 54min
64. Falling in love with your authentic self Ft. Amie Barlow
We've got a beautiful episode for you this week, featuring the incredibly lovely ADHD coach, dancer, influencer and general fitness fanatic, Amie Barlow (@_amiebarlow). It was such a joy to discuss Amie's journey of self-acceptance, talking through her childhood struggles and how she's got to where she is now. We hope you enjoy, thanks for listening! x-Shout out to all our Patrons, thanks so much for the support! If you fancy joining and getting access to ad-free versions of our episodes, head over to our Patreon page: patreon.com/distractedpodcastFollow us here...@distracted.podcast@jack.suddaby@katieemmsgrant Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 12, 2025 • 50min
63. Fitness, Motherhood & Running a Business with ADHD Ft. Steph Claire Smith
Steph Claire Smith, an Australian fitness entrepreneur and co-founder of the KIC app, opens up about her late ADHD diagnosis while navigating motherhood and running a business. She shares honest insights into the emotional challenges of parenting, especially with young children. The discussion also highlights time management and the balancing act of family life. Steph’s journey emphasizes the importance of support and self-awareness, along with the intersections of wellness and community in the context of ADHD.

Mar 5, 2025 • 58min
62. Alcohol, Sobriety & ADHD Ft. Millie Gooch (Sober Girl Society)
This one's been a long time coming! We've spoken quite a lot about sober curiosity and touched on the link between ADHD and alcohol use, but we're so excited to have Millie Gooch joining us to talk about it all in way more detail this week. Millie went sober 7 years ago and founded Sober Girl Society early on in her sobriety journey. She gives so much amazing advice, whether you want to go totally sober or simply cut down on your alcohol consumption, this episode will be an absolute gem. We chat sober dating, dealing with social anxiety and pressure when you're not drinking, alternatives to alcohol and the link between ADHD and alcohol abuse. For more of Millie's amazing content, follow @milliegooch and @sobergirlsocietyShout out to all our Patrons, thanks so much for the support! If you fancy joining and getting access to ad-free versions of our episodes, head over to our Patreon page: patreon.com/distractedpodcast-This episode is sponsored by Get Dopa, a focus supplement made by & for neurodivergents! You can get 10% off your order with the following code or link:Discount Code: distractedLink: https://bit.ly/distracted_getdopa-Follow us here...@distracted.podcast@jack.suddaby@katieemmsgrant Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 26, 2025 • 52min
61. OCD, Sensory Sensitivities & Regulating Your Nervous System Ft. Dr Emma Offord
Dr Emma Offord, neuroaffirming psychologist and founder of Divergent Life, is on the pod this week and what an episode it is! We cover some super interesting topics like sensory profiles, OCD and regulating your nervous system. We absolutely loved this chat and we hope you enjoy it too! You can follow Emma at @divergentlives, sign up for her Neurodivergent Identity Programme or explore her free 'Becoming Neurodivergent' pack.Shout out to all our Patrons, thanks so much for the support! If you fancy joining and getting access to ad-free versions of our episodes, head over to our Patreon page: patreon.com/distractedpodcast-This episode is sponsored by Get Dopa, a focus supplement made by & for neurodivergents! You can get 10% off your order with the following code or link:Discount Code: distractedLink: https://bit.ly/distracted_getdopa-Follow us here...@distracted.podcast@jack.suddaby@katieemmsgrant Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 19, 2025 • 47min
60. The AuDHD Experience Ft. Olivia 'Neurodiversing'
This week, we're joined by the lovely Liv behind @neurodiversing. You may know her for her fabulous online content, or even from her new clothing brand @clubneuro.Liv tells us all about her late ADHD and autism diagnosis, how she's adapted her life since and what led her to creating a neurodivergent clothing brand!Shout out to all our Patrons, thanks so much for the support! If you fancy joining and getting access to ad-free versions of our episodes, head over to our Patreon page: patreon.com/distractedpodcast-This episode is sponsored by Get Dopa, a focus supplement made by & for neurodivergents! You can get 10% off your order with the following code or link:Discount Code: distractedLink: https://bit.ly/distracted_getdopa-Follow us here...@distracted.podcast@jack.suddaby@katieemmsgrant Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 12, 2025 • 1h 1min
59. Psychedelic Therapy for Mental Health, Addiction & ADHD Ft. Dr Rayyan Zafar
Super interesting topic this week as we discuss the role psychedelic therapy can play in managing mental health and addiction, with Dr Rayyan Zafar. We cover a LOT of ground in this one, we hope you enjoy!Dr. Rayyan Zafar (@rayyanzaf)Shout out to all our Patrons, thanks so much for the support! If you fancy joining and getting access to ad-free versions of our episodes, head over to our Patreon page: patreon.com/distractedpodcast-This episode is sponsored by Get Dopa, a focus supplement made by & for neurodivergents! You can get 10% off your order with the following code or link:Discount Code: distractedLink: https://bit.ly/distracted_getdopa-Follow us here...@distracted.podcast@jack.suddaby@katieemmsgrant Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 29, 2025 • 46min
58. ADH'DMs: What do you love, hate and wish people understood about ADHD?
We're getting you guys involved this week! We asked you to write in your answers to a few ADHD-based questions and we absolutely loved hearing from you, and discussing all your answers.We're talking things like what you love and hate about your ADHD, what you wish people understood about it and one of the biggies... if you had the option to get rid of your ADHD completely, would you do it?!Let us know what you think of the ep, always love to hear from ya!Kat & Jack xShout out to all our Patrons, thanks so much for the support! If you fancy joining and getting access to ad-free versions of our episodes, head over to our Patreon page: patreon.com/distractedpodcast-This episode is sponsored by Get Dopa, a focus supplement made by & for neurodivergents! You can get 10% off your order with the following code or link:Discount Code: distractedLink: https://bit.ly/distracted_getdopa-Follow us here...@distracted.podcast@jack.suddaby@katieemmsgrant Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 22, 2025 • 1h 2min
57: Shopping Addictions, Self-Love and Embracing the Menopause Ft. Lu in Luland (Lou Featherstone)
First guest of 2025 and what an absolute joy she was! This week, Lou Featherstone aka @luinluland talks us through the incredible story of her life and the terrifying but amazing steps she's taken to get to where she is today.We're talking dick picks, shopping addictions, divorce, impulsively buying a bus and touring round the US and, of course, Lou's empowering outlook on the menopause. It's a corker, we hope you enjoy! Kat & Jack xShout out to all our Patrons, thanks so much for the support! If you fancy joining and getting access to ad-free versions of our episodes, head over to our Patreon page: patreon.com/distractedpodcast-Follow us here...@distracted.podcast@jack.suddaby@katieemmsgrant Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.