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The Executive Function Podcast

Sarah Kesty, Brain Tools School
Executive Function
ADHD
Autism
Neurodivergence
Neurodiversity
Executive Functioning
Mental Health
Time Management
Executive Function Skills
Talk Yoga
Fear
Courage
PTSD
Mindfulness
Self-Regulation
Honesty
Sleep
Self-Advocacy
Hope
Stress

Helpful, fun, and effective strategies to support everyone's executive function! Learn how to coach yourself, your teen, or your child to manage attention, organize, and plan. We share inspiration for families and individuals with neurodivergence, ADHD, autism, learning disabilities and more. We love what we do and are passionate about helping you thrive!

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Team,

If you or your loved one is someone who feels everything at level 11, you're not alone, and this episode is for you! The cross over between having executive function needs and having high sensory or emotional sensitivities is huge--and an are... more

Hey Team!

Whether we realize it or not, we spend a lot of our communication in negotiations: asking for what we need, helping family members do chores or homework, simply working with other humans, we're negotiating a lot. But, as it turns out, we'... more

Hey Team,

I remember reading a sentence that changed my brain forever: childhood is the only time we're expected to be good at everything. Think about it. As an adult, you likely engineer your life (at least work life) to avoid things that are more... more

Hi, Team!

We're backwards this week, but not in the "hidden message when you play the track backwards" way. Dr Blaise Aguirre, a guest from episode 63, interviews me! After reading my book, Growing Executive Function, the doctor and author of many i... more

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Recent Guests

Judith Orloff
Doctor with private practice in Santa Monica; author
Private practice; author
Episode: Life as a Highly Sensitive Person: Strategies and Insight from Dr Judith Orloff Ep 87
John Richardson
Negotiation expert, MIT instructor, author of Never Settle
MIT (formerly Harvard Law)
Episode: How to Negotiate for What You Need: tips and tools for ND brains with expert John Richardson Ep 86
Dr. Dennis
Educational psychologist in private practice and founder of Back at School
Back at School
Episode: Back at School: solutions for absenteeism with Dr Dennis, Ep 85
Blaise Aguirre
Interviewing psychologist and colleague
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Episode: Writing, Executive Function, and Life: Sarah Kesty is the GUEST this week, with host Blaise Aguirre Ep 84
Amy Leneker
Author of Cheers to Monday; Founder and CEO of the Center for Joyful Work
Center for Joyful Work
Episode: Sustainable Stress Strategies with Amy Leneker, Ep 83
Kristen Stuppy
Pediatrician; ADHD and executive function educator; TEACH Me ADHD
TEACH Me ADHD / CHADD member
Episode: Anxiety and Executive Function: Brain-friendly strategies with Kristen Stuppy, Ep 82
Carrie Bonnett
Executive function coach
Episode: Getting Through the Slumps of Life, with EF Coach Carrie Bonnett, Ep 81
Dr. Melisa Moore
Psychologist and sleep expert
Private practice / Melisa Moore, PhD
Episode: Good Sleep for Neurodivergent Brains, with Dr Melisa Moore Ep 80
Majid Fotuhi
Professor of neuroscience, Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins University
Episode: Brain Health and Executive Function with Dr Majid Fotuhi Ep 79

Host

Sarah Kesti
Host of The Executive Function Podcast, focused on coaching neurodivergent brains and practical strategies for EF, ADHD, and related topics.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 82 ratings
  • Sarah is knowledgeable and experienced. Her lessons are communicated with kindness and practical advice. It is easy to feel positive about the steps she suggests and the growth mindset she advocates.

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  • Perfect for both parents & students

    Sarah is knowledgeable and experienced. Her lessons are communicated with kindness and practical advice. It is easy to feel positive about the steps she suggests and the growth mindset she advocates.

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    Memorial Committee
    United States2 years ago
  • This podcast is so amazing! The host is very knowledgeable and provides great tips and strategies. The host stands out among all other podcasts I've listened to in that she is compassionate and kind. Additionally she is passionate about her work. This podcast has something for everyone: adults, parents, and children.

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  • Just what I needed!

    This podcast is so amazing! The host is very knowledgeable and provides great tips and strategies. The host stands out among all other podcasts I've listened to in that she is compassionate and kind. Additionally she is passionate about her work. This podcast has something for everyone: adults, parents, and children.

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  • Well done, Sarah!

    If you are a parent searching for a dependable community, then this podcast is great for you. It provides a wealth of beneficial and practical guidance for parents. Well done, Sarah. Continue the excellent work!

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Listeners value the compassionate, non-judgmental coaching style and evidence-based tips.
Guests are relevant experts who offer relatable, brain-friendly advice.
Educators appreciate tools that translate EF concepts into classroom strategies.
Parents report practical, actionable guidance they can implement quickly.

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Life as a Highly Sensitive Person: Strategies and Insight from Dr Judith Orloff Ep 87
Q: What are the practical first steps for someone who experiences sensory overload or is highly sensitive?
Start by recognizing your own signals, then create a plan for reducing stimulation—quiet spaces, deliberate breathing, and scheduled breaks—so you can regain balance before situations overwhelm you.
Writing, Executive Function, and Life: Sarah Kesty is the GUEST this week, with host Blaise Aguirre Ep 84
Q: What role does technology play in supporting or hindering executive function, and how do you advise balancing digital tools with developing core skills?
They discuss external tools as augmentations that can help but may erode skill development if over-relied upon, stressing the importance of not using tech as a replacement for core skills and maintaining opportunities to practice memory and planning offline.
Writing, Executive Function, and Life: Sarah Kesty is the GUEST this week, with host Blaise Aguirre Ep 84
Q: How do you translate complex executive function concepts into approachable teaching strategies for teachers and parents?
She describes launching a whole-class framing of executive function, using concrete analogies like strategies to beat a video game boss, and emphasizes neutral language, coaching supportive moments, and modeling skills in real time.
Writing, Executive Function, and Life: Sarah Kesty is the GUEST this week, with host Blaise Aguirre Ep 84
Q: When did the idea of writing the book first take hold, and why did you persist through deadlines and exhaustion?
The author explains that writing the book was a vehicle to help kids, and staying with it was driven by a clear purpose and social accountability—sharing progress with others kept the motivation alive and helped push through tough writing moments.
The 5 Habits of Hope: A key ingredient for growing executive function Ep 76
Q: How can we navigate feeling detours in our lives?
By being gentle with ourselves, recognizing that the process takes time, and not forcing performance.

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A practical, listener-friendly show focused on executive function strategies for families, students, and professionals. Episodes spotlight neurodivergent thinking, ADHD, and school/home coaching, with guests ranging from clinicians and researchers to authors and EF coaches. Notable strengths include brain-friendly techniques, actionable tips, and a humane, non-judgmental approach that translates research into real-world routines for homes, classrooms, and workplaces. The vibe is supportive and family-centered, making complex concepts accessible and implementable for parents, teachers, and self-advocates alike.

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1. Judith Orloff
2. John Richardson
3. Dr. Dennis
4. Blaise Aguirre
5. Amy Leneker
6. Kristen Stuppy
7. Carrie Bonnett
8. Dr. Melisa Moore

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