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The Hidden 20%

The Hidden 20%
ADHD
Mental Health
Neurodiversity
Autism
Neurodivergence
Dyslexia
Education
Entrepreneurship
Tourette's Syndrome
Parenting
Social Media
Genetics
NHS
Addiction
Dyspraxia
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The Hidden 20% is a UK-registered charity, podcast and movement rewriting the future for every mind

Founded by autistic/ADHD entrepreneur Ben Branson, we find and share the truth about neurodiversity - catching society up and breaking the cycle of silence, shame and suffering.

Through research, stories ... more

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Latest Episodes

Writer, podcast host and mental health advocate Gemma Styles joins Ben for a deeply honest conversation about ADHD, anxiety, depression and the emotional weight of going through life feeling constantly overwhelmed without understanding why.

Gemma re... more

Dyslexic entrepreneur and Talamo co-founder Jamie Wace joins Ben for a conversation about why so many children with dyslexia are still being missed - and how technology could radically change access to support.

Jamie reflects on his own experience o... more

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Content creator and author Luke Grosch joins Ben for an honest conversation about late-diagnosed autism, emotional overwhelm, grief, identity and learning to understand yourself in a world that often misunderstands autistic people.

Luke reflects on ... more

Chef, content creator and food waste activist Martyn Odell - better known online as Lagom Chef - joins Ben for a chaotic, funny and emotional conversation about ADHD, creativity, food, and finally understanding his brain.

Diagnosed with ADHD midway ... more

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Recent Guests

Gemma Styles
Author and public figure discussing ADHD, mental health, and neurodiversity
Self (author of Why Am I Like This)
Episode: Gemma Styles on ADHD, Depression & Finally Understanding Her Brain
Luke Grosch
Autistic/ADHD advocate and content creator
Independent creator
Episode: Late Diagnosed Autism & Emotional Vulnerability: Luke Grosch’s Story
Warda Farah
Speech and language therapist, autistic and neurodivergent advocate
Episode: Autism, Language & Intersectionality: The Hidden Bias In Diagnosis & Support
Lori Jade
Autistic, transgender, neurodiversity advocate
The Hidden 20% (guest on episode)
Episode: AuDHD Relationship Goals & The Intersection Of Neurodiversity & Gender
Tony Lloyd
Psychiatrist and frequent guest on the show
Episode: ADHD Media Narratives & Misinformation: What's Really Happening?
Hester Grainger
Co-founder of Perfectly Autistic; neurodiversity advocate
Perfectly Autistic
Episode: ADHD & Autism at Work: Masking, Burnout and What Employers Still Get Wrong
Kelly Grainger
Co-founder of Perfectly Autistic; workplace consultant
Perfectly Autistic
Episode: ADHD & Autism at Work: Masking, Burnout and What Employers Still Get Wrong
Connie Hayes
Professional cyclist, PhD student, and activist for neurodiversity awareness.
Episode: Autism, Eating Disorders & Elite Sport: Connie Hayes on Cycling, Regulation & Identity
Gina Rippon
Neurobiologist and author focused on gender and neurodiversity
Author of The Gendered Brain
Episode: What We Get Wrong About the Brain: Neurobiologist Gina Rippon on Myths, Gender & Neurodiversity

Host

Ben Branson
Host of The Hidden 20%, founder of The Hidden 20% charity

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 449 ratings
  • This is really helping.

    As a late-diagnosed queer man in his fifties with AuDHD with no clinical support I find this podcast a life-line. Spending five decades running out of school, walking out of jobs and battling addictions I know it’s too late for me now. I am, however, so happy that charities like this are playing a vital role in helping people understand neurodivergence and the subsequent support that hopefully follows. I’m comforted knowing the conversations are happening now, even if there is a long way to go w... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ex-trawler
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • New fav podcast

    Audhd Mum from NZ to three ND kids. Thank you for this amazing podcast that keeps me up to date with current thought on ADHD and other ND matters.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Deenyhg
    New Zealand2 months ago
  • Smart Guests & Helpful Topics

    Thanks! This podcast is amazing. Ben is a great host!! Best wishes from Germany :-)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OoApfeloO
    Germany4 months ago
  • Just found this brilliant, clear, fascinatingly insightful podcast!

    I have listened to two episodes now and this podcast is excellent.

    The guests I have listened to are so knowledgeable and the interviewer asks great, clear incisive questions.

    I am hooked. Thank you so much.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JackieALawlor
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Thank you, beyond thank you…

    I’ve been listening for exactly a year thanks to my neurodivergent husband’s recommendation… The level of understanding I now have is incredible. I feel like I’m in a parallel and better universe than I was a year ago. It’s not just my partner I better understand it’s also many others around me and, likely, myself. I’m so grateful.

    I just listened to the latest episode: Sam (Ben’s wife) and Ben’s 2nd interview…. This is my beyond thank you point. The level of vulnerability, utter bravery and i... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ethics Girl
    United Kingdom6 months ago

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Listeners praise the show for honesty, practical insights, and leveling the playing field for neurodivergent voices.
Guests bring high-level expertise and personal stories, creating a compelling mix.
The host is authentic and empathetic, making deep conversations feel safe and insightful.

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Gemma Styles on ADHD, Depression & Finally Understanding Her Brain
Q: What needs to be true for you to be in your absolute productive zone?
A very specific combination of sleep, a supportive environment, quiet company, and a window of hormonal timing that aligns with high energy and focus, plus a workload broken into small, manageable chunks.
How Technology Could Transform Your Dyslexia Assessment + Early Identification & Education Reform
Q: Why don't we care enough about dyslexia?
Ben explains that in schools with finite resources, attention often goes to the most obviously needy cases, but early intervention for dyslexia can be highly effective and with broader awareness and screening, outcomes can improve significantly.
Late Diagnosed Autism & Emotional Vulnerability: Luke Grosch’s Story
Q: Luke, how is your brain, and how do you describe the experience of being ADHD and autistic at the same time?
Luke explains it as a constant negotiation between two overlapping ways of processing the world, with each trait capable of surfacing in different moments and contexts, making it feel like a perpetual balance between two intertwined selves.
The ADHD Chef: Why Chaos Felt Normal My Entire Life
Q: How did ADHD shape your early cooking experiences and school life?
ADHD manifested as class clown behavior and difficulty concentrating, but it also drove a restless curiosity and a knack for multitasking in chaotic kitchen environments, which over time evolved into a distinctive cooking and content-creation style.
Why ADHD Changes How You Eat: Brain, Gut & Food Sensitivities
Q: What is neuroinflammation and how might it relate to eating for neurodivergent people?
Neuroinflammation involves immune signals in the nervous system that can affect the gut-brain axis, potentially influencing cravings, energy regulation, and sensitivity to foods. It's not about a binary diagnosis but a spectrum that can shape how ADHD and autism experience food and stress.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Hidden 20%

What is The Hidden 20% about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A long-form interview series centered on neurodiversity, with a steady mix of researchers, clinicians, advocates, and neurodivergent leaders sharing personal journeys and practical strategies. Episodes frequently explore topics like ADHD, autism, mental health, education, workplace inclusion, and design for neurodiverse minds, often weaving in lived experience with research context. A notable angle is openly discussing masking, trauma, and relationship dynamics, while highlighting actionable guidance for families, workplaces, and policy change. The show tends to blend personal stories with expert insights to push for recognition, representation, and reform across systems, from schools to organizations to public discourse. The overall vibe i... more

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1. ADHD Chatter
2. ADHD Women's Wellbeing Podcast
3. WTF is AuDHD?
4. I'm ADHD! No You're Not
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The Hidden 20% launched 2 years ago and published 123 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Hidden 20% include:

1. Gemma Styles
2. Luke Grosch
3. Warda Farah
4. Lori Jade
5. Tony Lloyd
6. Hester Grainger
7. Kelly Grainger
8. Connie Hayes

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