Paul and Martin are riddled with Adult ADHD and they wanna share.
118 episodes
5 days ago
Welcome to ADHDville - an Adult ADHD Podcast—a place where two old friends (who’ve known each other for way too long) talk about the beautiful glittery chaos of ADHD. We’re here for the laughs, the stories, and yes, sometimes even advice… but don’t take us too seriously.
Think of us as an ADHD park bench: plenty of space, no judgment, and maybe a squirrel or two. We chat about the wild ride that is adult ADHD, bring in the occasional guest for fresh perspectives, and somehow always end up on a completely unrelated tangent.
We’re not professionals (unless you count professional over-sharers), we're all about real talk, big laughs, and a lot of “same!” moments. Grab a seat and join Paul and Martin (the co-mayors of ADHDville) on this hilariously messy journey!
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Welcome to ADHDville - an Adult ADHD Podcast—a place where two old friends (who’ve known each other for way too long) talk about the beautiful glittery chaos of ADHD. We’re here for the laughs, the stories, and yes, sometimes even advice… but don’t take us too seriously.
Think of us as an ADHD park bench: plenty of space, no judgment, and maybe a squirrel or two. We chat about the wild ride that is adult ADHD, bring in the occasional guest for fresh perspectives, and somehow always end up on a completely unrelated tangent.
We’re not professionals (unless you count professional over-sharers), we're all about real talk, big laughs, and a lot of “same!” moments. Grab a seat and join Paul and Martin (the co-mayors of ADHDville) on this hilariously messy journey!
Episode 113 - ADHD and Hobbies: How They Help and Hinder
ADHDville Podcast - Let's chat ADHD
1 hour 9 minutes
1 month ago
Episode 113 - ADHD and Hobbies: How They Help and Hinder
Ever started a new hobby with hyper-focus enthusiasm, only to find it abandoned in a cupboard a week later? You're not alone. In this week's episode of ADHDville, your ex-co-mayors Martin and Paul dive into the wonderfully chaotic world of ADHD and hobbies.
Join us as we explore why our brains are magnetically drawn to new passions, the secret (and sometimes absurd) hobbies we keep, and the fine line between a fulfilling pastime and a pricey, forgotten hyper-fixation. From bizarre hobby quizzes to the mental health benefits of finding your flow, we cover it all with our signature blend of lived experience and humour.
Ready to jump in? Here are the key timecodes for the main segments:
* 01:23 – Welcome to the episode: ADHD & Hobbies
* 03:46 – Secret & Short-Lived Hobbies: Guessing Martin's secret pastimes and discussing the classic ADHD cycle of intense starts and sudden abandonments.
* 11:33 – Hobby Psychology & Benefits: How hobbies provide dopamine, aid mental well-being, and can help us enter a therapeutic "flow state".
* 25:18 – Micro-Hobbies & Collections: The appeal of small, manageable interests and the fascinating world of collecting everything from vintage door latches to Harry Houdini memorabilia.
* 42:17 – The Dark Side of Hobbies: When hobbies become tools for procrastination and avoidance.
* 46:12 – The Dopamine Rating: Martin and Paul score the overall "dopamine hit" vs. "burnout potential" of hobbies for the ADHD brain.
* 48:49 – Community Corner: Shoutouts to listeners and their current creative projects.
* 58:46 – The Hobby Quiz: Can you spot the real, bizarre hobby from the ones Paul invented?
Whether you're a serial hobby-starter or have one lifelong passion, this episode is a relatable and hilarious look at how the ADHD brain engages with the things we love to do. Listen now!
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ADHDville, the podcast where hosts Paul and Martin bring 40 years of friendship to your ears. As late-diagnosed adults, they explore the ADHD world with fun, games, and the occasional guest—no boring lectures, just a comfortable and hilarious conversation you'd have with old friends. A new episode drops every Tuesday to make your week brighter!
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Theme music was written by Freddie Philips and played by Martin West. All other music by Martin West.
Please remember: This is an entertainment podcast about ADHD and does not substitute for individualized advice from qualified health professionals.
ADHDville Podcast - Let's chat ADHD
Welcome to ADHDville - an Adult ADHD Podcast—a place where two old friends (who’ve known each other for way too long) talk about the beautiful glittery chaos of ADHD. We’re here for the laughs, the stories, and yes, sometimes even advice… but don’t take us too seriously.
Think of us as an ADHD park bench: plenty of space, no judgment, and maybe a squirrel or two. We chat about the wild ride that is adult ADHD, bring in the occasional guest for fresh perspectives, and somehow always end up on a completely unrelated tangent.
We’re not professionals (unless you count professional over-sharers), we're all about real talk, big laughs, and a lot of “same!” moments. Grab a seat and join Paul and Martin (the co-mayors of ADHDville) on this hilariously messy journey!
