ADHD Support Talk Radio

Get ready to Learn and Connect with us! In this episode of ADHD Support Talk Radio, co-hosts Lynne Edris and Tara McGillicuddy take you behind the scenes of the 16th Annual ADHD Awareness Expo, happening throughout October 2025. This month-long, free online event has become the flagship ADHD community gathering for adults worldwide. You’ll hear how the Expo began, why it’s still thriving 16 years later, and what makes it so different from other ADHD summits and online events. Lynne also previews her Expo session, From Chaos to C.A.L.M., where she shares practical tools to help you reset from overwhelm into clarity and control when you need it most. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: The surprising origin story of the ADHD Awareness Expo What makes the Expo unique (and why it’s lasted 16 years) How extended access supports ADHD brains better than the usual 24-hour summit model Why community connection through watch parties and networking makes such a difference A preview of Lynne’s Expo session: From Chaos to C.A.L.M. 👉 Sign up free for the 2025 ADHD Awareness Expo: Key Time Stamps: [00:02:16] How the ADHD Awareness Expo started [00:04:33] What makes it different from other ADHD summits [00:07:18] Why Tara continues after 16 years [00:10:12] Extended access vs. the 24-hour summit model [00:11:35] Watch parties & community connection [00:18:53] Ways to participate at your own pace [00:21:12] Lynne previews her session: From Chaos to C.A.L.M. Podcast Co-Host Lynne Edris helps overwhelmed professionals take control of their time and tackle their to-dos with ease so they have more time, more energy, and more money for what they love most! As a woman with ADHD herself, she has been where her clients are and come out the other side, so to speak. She’s gone from living in a constant state of chaos and under-performance to a life full of success and fulfillment, and wants to help you achieve your version of success as well! Take Lynne's quick quiz to get your personalized productivity profile with customized results and recommendations at .  You can learn more about Lynne and contact her through her website at Co-Host Tara McGillicuddy is described by those who know her - clients, fellow leaders, and community - as dedicated to the deep, soulful, energetic-level shifts required by life. Whether she's helping to SEE your life more clearly, identify where you're stuck, tuning into sacred energies OR she's helping to build a practical life with tools, structure, physical help and precise action steps, she is committed to giving everything she knows to help you live your best life and to feel fulfilled by it. Tara has been known and celebrated in the ADHD community for decades of practical and long-lasting shifts in tens of thousands in her communities. The creator of ADDClasses.com, The ADHD Awareness Expo and ADHD Support Talk Radio Tara is one of the longest-standing leaders in the field. Over the years she has also honed her natural skills as an empath. ADHD Support Talk Radio is an award winning Podcast for Adults with ADD / ADHD. Co-hosts Tara McGillicuddy and Lynne Edris are joined by Adult ADHD experts and they cover important topics related to Adult ADD / ADHD. Podcast guests include Dr. Edward Hallowell, Dr. Stephanie Sarkis, Dr. Ari Tuckman, Laurie Dupar, Terry Matlen and many more. Tara McGillicuddy is the Producer, Owner and Co-host of the ADHD Support Talk Radio Podcast. You may contact Tara with general questions or feedback about the podcast, Lynne Edris is the Co-host of the ADHD Support Talk Radio Podcast. You may contact Lynne with feedback about her episodes or if you are interested in having her interview you as a guest. We may be affiliates for products we mention or recommend. If you purchase those items through our links, we will earn a commission.

Explore the captivating link between ADHD and screen time! Discover why screens are particularly stimulating for ADHD brains and learn about the negative impacts on sleep and emotional health. Get practical, ADHD-friendly strategies to gain control over your time, like creating screen-free zones and implementing mini digital detoxes. Plus, find out how to use technology more purposefully with time budgets and apps designed to reduce distractions. It's all about reclaiming focus and freedom in a digital world!

In memory of Dr. Thomas E. Brown, Tara McGillicuddy rebroadcasts her 2013 interview with this pioneering ADHD researcher and clinician. Dr. Brown created the Brown Model of Executive Function and authored influential books that transformed how we understand ADHD—not as a problem of behavior or willpower, but as a developmental impairment of the brain’s management system. In this episode, Dr. Brown discusses: The six executive functions affected by ADHD Why ADHD struggles are often misjudged as laziness The brain chemistry behind attention and motivation What science reveals about treatment and common myths This episode honors Dr. Brown’s groundbreaking contributions while offering practical insights for adults with ADHD, families, and professionals. ✨ Learn more about Tara McGillicuddy: 🎙️ 📚 🔗 Explore Dr. Brown’s work:

Navigating change with ADHD can feel overwhelming, unsettling, and even scary — but it can also lead to growth, freedom, and renewal. In this episode of ADHD Support Talk Radio, co-hosts Tara McGillicuddy and Lynne Edris explore how adults with ADHD can handle major life transitions, shifting seasons, and big decisions with more ease. Whether you’re facing a career change, identity shift, retirement, or simply moving into a new chapter of life, you’ll discover ADHD-friendly strategies to: Manage the uncertainty and stress of transitions Adapt your routines and systems when life shifts Anchor yourself during times of change Give yourself permission to evolve and grow Build a “new beginning” that works for you ✨ Links & Resources Mentioned: Learn more and find additional ADHD resources: Free ADHD webinars & classes: Connect with co-host Lynne Edris: Connect with host Tara McGillicuddy: 🎧 ADHD Support Talk Radio is the longest-running podcast for adults with ADHD, featuring expert insights, real strategies, and honest conversations to help you move forward and thrive.

Feeling overwhelmed? Delve into the world of mental clutter, especially how it manifests in those with ADHD. Discover different types of clutter—ideas, emotions, and to-do lists—while learning practical strategies to clear your mind. The hosts share insights on using AI for organizing thoughts and the importance of emotional boundaries. They also emphasize self-care as crucial for mental clarity. Tune in for solutions that validate your experiences and help you take control of the chaos.

In this engaging discussion, Jeff Copper, a cognitive engineer and ADHD coach, introduces his innovative model, Cognitive Ergonomics From the Inside Out™. He reframes ADHD as a problem-solving impairment rather than a motivational failure. They dive into why traditional productivity strategies often miss the mark, emphasizing that executive function issues stem from ambiguity, not laziness. The conversation covers effective collaboration and communication techniques as accommodations, along with practical ways to externalize thinking and reduce overwhelm. A fresh take on thinking like an engineer can transform ADHD challenges!

Discover how AI tools like ChatGPT can revolutionize daily life for adults with ADHD. From enhancing executive function to managing emotional responses, explore practical tips for using AI to tackle tasks and organize thoughts efficiently. The discussion includes experiences with free and paid AI versions and even some humorous moments from AI in social media management. Tune in for insights on gamifying chores and making everyday tasks more manageable, ensuring you stay on track!

Struggling to get to bed on time—even when you really want to? You’re not alone. In this episode of ADHD Support Talk, Productivity & ADHD Coach Lynne Edris pulls back the covers on why bedtime can be such a battle for adults with ADHD. She dives into the science, executive function challenges, and emotional dynamics that make sleep so tricky—and shares practical, ADHD-friendly strategies to help you reclaim your evenings, improve your sleep, and feel more like your best self each day. You’ll learn: ·         Why ADHD brains resist bedtime (even when we know better) ·         What time blindness, hyperfocus, and “second winds” have to do with it ·         How the intention/action gap sabotages our sleep habits ·         The power of identifying your personal “Point of No Return” ·         Simple tools and routines to ease the transition to bed (and keep you there!) ·         And why sleep isn’t just self-care—it’s a productivity tool Whether you’re regularly up past midnight folding laundry, watching “just one more” episode, or hyper-organizing your office supplies, this episode will help you stop sabotaging your sleep and start supporting your brain. Links & Resources: ·           o    Lynne’s new blog post: “” o    Take Lynne's Productivity Breakthrough Quiz:   o    Learn more about Lynne’s coaching, programs and products: o    Join the conversation in the Tara has been known and celebrated in the ADHD community for decades of practical and long-lasting shifts in tens of thousands in her communities. The creator of ADDClasses.com, The ADHD Awareness Expo and ADHD Support Talk Radio Tara is one of the longest-standing leaders in the field. Over the years she has also honed her natural skills as an empath. She now also combines the rare gift of sight and energetic knowing and her latest project is Empath Now a resource to help Empower Empaths. Podcast Co-Host Lynne Edris s a Productivity & ADHD Coach who helps distracted professionals from all over the world learn to accomplish what they intend and take control of their days with ease so that they can perform at the level of their abilities and have more time, more energy and more bandwidth for what matters most to them.  Lynne is a woman, wife, and mom with ADHD herself, so she understands the struggles and challenges of living with ADHD. She has gone from living in the constant state of chaos, overwhelm, and under-performance that adults with ADHD know far too well, to living a life of more success and fulfillment than she once dreamed possible. Her passion is to help others fulfill their own potential and start “firing on all cylinders” in all areas of your life. You can learn more about Lynne at , and text keyword “HACK” to 33777 to get her 7 Fool-Proof Productivity Hacks for unfocused professionals! ADHD Support Talk Radio is an award winning Podcast for Adults with ADD / ADHD. Co-hosts Tara McGillicuddy and Lynne Edris are joined by Adult ADHD experts and they cover important topics related to Adult ADD / ADHD. Podcast guests include Dr. Edward Hallowell, Dr. Stephanie Sarkis, Dr. Ari Tuckman, Laurie Dupar, Terry Matlen and many more. Tara McGillicuddy is the Producer, Owner and Co-host of the ADHD Support Talk Radio Podcast. You may contact Tara with general questions or feedback about the podcast, Lynne Edris is the Co-host of the ADHD Support Talk Radio Podcast. You may contact Lynne with feedback about her episodes or if you are interested in having her interview you as a guest. We may be a affiliates for products we mention or recommend. If you purchase those items through our links we will earn a commission.

Join ADHD coach Jamie Cutino, a TEDx speaker and founder of Outsmart ADHD, as she tackles the emotional hurdles of rejection sensitivity dysphoria (RSD) and imposter syndrome in adults with ADHD. Jamie shares insightful strategies to reclaim confidence and self-worth, emphasizing the power of community support and professional help. She helps listeners understand the importance of setting boundaries and navigating the overwhelming feelings that often accompany ADHD. It's an inspiring conversation filled with practical advice and real-life examples.

Do you constantly feel behind, overwhelmed, or stuck—even when your to-do list looks “simple”? In this episode of ADHD Support Talk Radio, Tara McGillicuddy and Lynne Edris explore how unclear or unrealistic expectations often create unnecessary paralysis for adults with ADHD. They explain why what looks like procrastination is often the result of poor clarity, time blindness, and tasks that are more complex than they seem. You'll learn how to define what “done” actually means, how to budget your time more effectively, and why recognizing progress—even small steps—can shift everything. If you’ve ever avoided a phone call for weeks or felt drained by replying to a single email, this episode will help you understand why and what to do about it. 🎯 Topics include: ADHD and time blindness Complex vs. simple tasks How expectations sabotage momentum Time budgeting vs. time estimating Recognizing effort and building confidence Shifting from judgment to clarity   🔗 More resources: