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Beyond 6 Seconds: Neurodiversity stories from neurodivergent people

Carolyn Kiel
Neurodiversity
Mental Health
Autism
ADHD
Dyslexia
Tourette Syndrome
Advocacy
Education
Disability Advocacy
Neurodivergence
Diversity and Inclusion
LGBTQ+
Cultural Identity
Down Syndrome
Writing
Schizoaffective Disorder
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders
Inclusion
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Self-Advocacy

First impressions can take only 6 seconds to make! But if you're neurodivergent, those quick judgments about you can be misleading. That's where the Beyond 6 Seconds podcast comes in! Join me, Carolyn Kiel, as I talk with neurodivergent entrepreneurs, creators, advocates & more about their lives and identities. Their stories shatter misconceptions, break stigma and showcase the vibrance of neurodi... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes271Founded9 years ago
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Torina Gedler is a musician who is also known as DEĀ EX MACHINĀ, which means "Goddess from the machine" in Latin. With their lush synth-pop sound, DEĀ EX MACHINĀ promotes harmony and inclusion in society through authentic Disability representation in... more

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Luke hosts the Howdy Beans Podcast, where he reviews movies, TV shows, video games, books, and all things pop culture. He is dyslexic with an overlap of dyspraxia and dyscalculia, and he's currently on the waiting list for an autism assessment. Luke ... more

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Dr. Eugene Manley Jr. is a cancer scientist, health equity leader, and longtime patient advocate working at the intersection of biomedical sciences, cancer care, AI ethics, and leadership. As a Black healthcare advocate and founder of SCHEQ (STEMM* &... more

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As the hosts of the Othering Podcast, Mike and Dory advocate for marginalized communities. Their podcast provides a platform where neurodivergent, disabled and LGBTQ+ people can share their stories.

During this episode, you will hear Dory and Mike... more

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Recent Guests

Torina Gedler
Musician known as Deā Ex Machinā
RAMPT (Recording Artists and Music Professionals with Disabilities) and Allies in Advocacy of Des Moines
Episode: Disability representation in music
Eugene Manley
Cancer scientist, health equity leader, founder of Scheq
Scheq (Stem and Cancer Health Equity)
Episode: How ADHD Shaped a Career in Cancer Research and Health Equity – with Eugene Manley
Jasmine Williams-Jacobs
Cultural worker, radical communicator, founder of Black Remote She
Black Remote She
Episode: Job searching for Black, Disabled, LGBTQ+ folks – with Jasmine Williams-Jacobs, Black Remote She
Maura Horton
CEO and founder of MagnaReady
MagnaReady
Episode: Changing the narrative around accessible fashion with Maura Horton - Crossover episode with Made For Us
Oliver James
California-based personal trainer, motivational speaker, literacy activist, and influencer
Author of Unread
Episode: Learning to read at age 32 – with Oliver James, author of Unread
Justin Valenti
29-year-old artist, author, and advocate; artist at VisAbility Art Lab, VisArts Rockville
VisArts (VisAbility Art Lab); Arc Maryland; Montgomery Parks; Maryland Governor's Award recipient
Episode: Art and Disability Advocacy – with Justin Valenti
Amy Richards
Queer autistic podcaster and business owner from Cardiff, UK
Squarepeg (Squarepeg podcast)
Episode: Sharing autistic people's stories – with Amy Richards of the Squarepeg podcast
Pastiche Graham
Autistic advocate, author of Pia Pistachio Gets a Job
Deepwaters Books
Episode: From Undercover Boss to children's book author – with autistic advocate Pastiche Graham
Max Barrows
Outreach Director for Green Mountain Self-Advocates; Assistant Director of Sartac
Green Mountain Self-Advocates; Sartac
Episode: Connecting disabled leaders and advocates – with Max Barrows

Host

Carolyn Kiel
Host specializing in neurodiversity stories and disability advocacy.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 146 ratings
  • Carolyn is a wonderful host and a fantastic interviewer. I was delighted to be a guest on her show, and have loved seeing how the show has evolved since then. These are conversations to make our world a better and more interesting place to be!

    Podchaser
    5
    Laura Joyce Davis
    4 years ago
  • This is one of my favorite podcasts! Carolyn always has such interesting guests. She's a great interviewer and really helps her guests tell their amazing stories. I've learned a lot listening to this show and I am always looking forward to the next episode!

    Podchaser
    5
    Pam Uzzell
    4 years ago
  • Powerful

    This show is so impactful, inspirational, and informative! I’ve learned so much that I can actually use in my career and daily life. Carolyn is tackling difficult and important subjects - doing the work of spreading education about neurodiversity and fighting against stigma. The episodes are a short listen, making it easy to binge and easy to check it out…so DO it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    drphil8mybaby
    United States4 years ago
  • Great rapport between host and guests

    Nice, on-point, insightful, fun where needed, and inspiring podcast. The host is very relaxed and does a great job of building a rapport with guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    savvy_entrepreneur
    United States5 years ago
  • I love this show. Caroline Kiel always gets me thinking and reflecting on my life through the stories she tells. This is truly an inspiring show!

    Podchaser
    5
    Corinna Bellizzi
    5 years ago

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The show is seen as a trustworthy source on neurodiversity and disability inclusion, with engaging storytelling.
Listeners praise concise, high-quality interviewing and the host's ability to surface deep, actionable insights.
Episodes are described as inspiring, informative, and transformative for personal and professional growth.
Audience notes strong production values and a wide range of compelling guests.

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Disability representation in music
Q: Do you work with a band or perform solo on the EP, and how did production come together?
I'm an amateur producer who collaborates with another RAMPT member, Medusa, for production; the process helped shape a finished, radio-ready sound while preserving my artistic vision.
Disability representation in music
Q: How did you get involved with RAMPT and how did that influence your writing?
RAMPT connected me to a support network and opportunities, including a workshop I was preparing for Girls Rock Des Moines; their advocacy helped steer me toward writing and releasing music.
Disability representation in music
Q: You have a really interesting musical persona, Deā Ex Machinā. Could you talk more about what the meaning of that is and kind of where that came from for you?
It represents rising from system pressures like capitalism and ableism, and also nods to feminism and marginalized communities. It's a spiritual and political statement about reclaiming agency.
How ADHD Shaped a Career in Cancer Research and Health Equity – with Eugene Manley
Q: So what was school like for you?
School was easy when I was interested, but inertia killed progress when the material didn't excite me, which contributed to a later ADHD diagnosis and a non-linear path through engineering and biology that eventually connected to cancer research and health equity.
Neurodivergent creativity – with Luke from the Howdy Beans Podcast
Q: When did you realize that you were neurodivergent?
Luke describes not getting formal confirmation until age eighteen, after a college examination revealed overlap with dyslexia, dyscalculia, and potential autism, which reframed his understanding of his lifelong learning differences.

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A thought-provoking series centered on authentic stories from neurodivergent individuals, entrepreneurs, creators, and advocates. Episodes spotlight barriers and opportunities in workplaces, inclusive design, accessible technology, and disability rights, with a strong focus on lived experience, community-led solutions, and practical pathways for improvement in business, education, and society. Noteworthy are crossover conversations that translate complex topics like adaptive fashion and neurodiversity in leadership into actionable insights for brands, employers, and policymakers. Listeners will likely appreciate concise, impact-driven discussions that blend personal narrative with real-world implications for inclusion and equity.

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