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Neuroshambles

Mark Allen
Neurodiversity
Autism
Parenting
ADHD
Mental Health
Neurodivergence
Neurodivergent Parenting
Education
Parenting Challenges
Sensory Processing
Child Development
Sensory Sensitivity
Education System
Social Etiquette
Anxiety
Birthday Parties
Shopping
Hair Care
Transitions
Masking

Neuroshambles is a UK parenting podcast about raising neurodivergent children. Hosted by lapsed comedian Mark Allen, this show explores autism parenting, ADHD, PDA, SEND, school struggles, family life and parental wellbeing through honest, relatable conversations - often with a healthy dose of humour, but always grounded in lived experience.

Mark is raising three neurodivergent children and cha... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes59Founded3 years ago
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If you are a parent or carer of a neurodivergent child, the chances are that school attendance has been a topic that has kept you awake at night. Whether you know it as school refusal, emotionally based school avoidance, or one of a dozen other terms... more

This week we're back with part two of a candid, deep dive into screen time. Last time we covered all the good stuff - the regulation, the social connection, the sense of mastery. This time, we're braving the darker side of the coin.

Mark is joined a... more

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If you're a parent of a neurodivergent child and you've ever felt quietly judged for your approach to screen time, this episode of Neuroshambles is for you. Mark is joined by Hannah Woods - one of the founders of the Spectrum Squad, a ne... more

If you've ever found yourself having to outline the entire day's schedule before you've even had your first coffee, or negotiating bath time as a sacred non-negotiable human right, this episode might just be the one you didn't know you needed. Mark i... more

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Recent Guests

Hannah Woods
Guest, neurodiversity advocate and Spectrum Squad founder
Spectrum Squad, Penarth, Wales
Episode: Screen Time: Part 2 - The Downsides For Neurodivergent Kids | Hannah Woods
Dotty Matthews
Young adult with autism, contributor to the discussion
Neurodivergent community
Episode: How to be your neurodivergent child's safe person | Jo and Dotty Matthews
George Lewis
Parent of neurodivergent kids; comedian, author, content creator
Episode: Where is the user manual for our neurodivergent kids? | George Lewis
Sam Bayley
Founder of Mascot, a parent-to-parent support network for autistic families
Mascot
Episode: Finding your people when you have neurodivergent kids | Sam Bayley
Rebecca Hussain
Parent of a neurodivergent child, prolific advocate, trainer for the PDA Society, and writer of the blog A Boy Less Ordinary.
PDA Society
Episode: The knotty issue of hair care | Rebecca Huseyin
Terry Lloyd
Contributor to a book about SEND Fatherhood, husband to Lisa Lloyd, advocate for neurodivergent parenting
Episode: Raising SEND kids: the dads’ perspective | Terry Lloyd
Dr. Lucy Pocock
Registered GP and parent of a neurodivergent child
Episode: How broken is the healthcare system? | Dr Lucy Pocock
Michelle Parton
Parent of neurodivergent children sharing experiences related to medical assistance refusal.
Episode: Kids refusing medical help | Michelle Parton
Mark Holborough
Devoted dad of two kids trying to make sense of his own Neuroshambolic setup.
Episode: Managing the work/shambles balance | Mark Holborow

Host

Mark Allen
Host of Neuroshambles, UK-based comedian turned parenting broadcaster focused on lived experiences of neurodivergent families.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 110 ratings
  • Game Changing

    This podcast is absolutely bloody amazing and quite literally changed my life.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sir rants a lot
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • Genuinely hilarious and helpfully informative

    Feels like a community space I want to be in! Often makes me cackle loudly and is full of warmth, care and offers reassurance that my crazy household is not actually that unusual

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BadgerEdu
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • My cold cup of tea

    I absolutely love this show!!! I am currently on episode 12 and have loved all of the episodes so far. I have recommended the show to several people whom I have learned have Neurodivergent families, I love listening to this as I have found it informative, funny and I feel like every episode is talking about Me and my family. So thank you for making me feel like I am absolutely and unquestionably NOT alone.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tuttts1
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Absolutely hilarious and heartwarming

    Came over here from the “All Aboard ADHD” podcast. Feeling a lot more positive and understood as a parent already!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BobbieGirl20
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Makes me feel less insane

    A great and really helpful listen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Roxydogget
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Shows strong community feel and practical parenting tips.
Makes listeners feel understood and less alone in challenging moments.
Relatable and warm, with moments of hilarious honesty.

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Parental Burnout | Liz Evans
Q: Can you explain what burn out is and how that manifests itself?
Liz explains that burnout differs from general exhaustion; it's a state where even rest doesn't alleviate the overwhelming fatigue and is caused by a constant demand that outweighs one's capacity.
Parental Burnout | Liz Evans
Q: What are your children sporting by way of neurodivergences?
Liz describes her family as neurodiverse, with her youngest diagnosed as autistic and dyspraxic, facing high levels of anxiety, while her oldest is neurotypical.
Why do our kids mask? | Pete Wharmby
Q: Why do our kids mask?
Kids mask to fit social expectations, to avoid bullying, and to manage their anxiety in environments where being different is not accepted.
Why do our kids mask? | Pete Wharmby
Q: What is masking?
Masking is the process through which autistic people present themselves as neurotypical in order to navigate social situations and avoid negative attention.
So much f*cking admin | Jess Meredith
Q: Can you tell us about your organization Differing Minds?
Differing Minds is a not-for-profit social enterprise that trains organizations about neurodiversity to improve support for neurodivergent individuals.

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A candid UK parenting show centered on raising neurodivergent children, blending practical strategies with heartfelt, humorous storytelling. Episodes cover screen time as regulation, safe-person dynamics for neurodivergent kids, navigating healthcare and schools, building supportive communities, and the everyday chaos of family life. A standout trait is the host's down-to-earth approach—grounded in lived experience and often featuring guests who offer firsthand parenting wisdom, advocacy insights, and professional perspectives. The mix of warmth, humor, and real-world tips makes it especially helpful for listeners seeking reassurance, community, and pragmatic approaches to common challenges.

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Recent guests on Neuroshambles include:

1. Hannah Woods
2. Dotty Matthews
3. George Lewis
4. Sam Bayley
5. Rebecca Hussain
6. Terry Lloyd
7. Dr. Lucy Pocock
8. Michelle Parton

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