ADHD in Women, Masking & Late Diagnosis: Dr. Janina Maschke’s Story + Practical Strategies
What happens when the professional helping others with ADHD realizes… she has it too?
After years of supporting ADHDers as a psychologist, Dr. Janina Maschke experienced her own “aha” moment — a late ADHD diagnosis that changed everything.
In this powerful and eye-opening episode, Greer sits down with Dr. Janina Maschke — psychologist, ADHD coach, researcher, and author of A Feminist Guide to ADHD. Together, they unpack how ADHD often looks different in women, the role of hormones and masking, and why so many women don’t get diagnosed until adulthood.
Blending clinical insight with lived experience, Dr. Maschke shares practical tools for managing overwhelm, setting boundaries, and reframing ADHD as a different way of thinking — not a broken one.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
How ADHD presents differently in women
Why masking and hormones delay diagnosis
Real-life strategies for preventing burnout and emotional overload
How to set boundaries and respond with intention
Why reframing ADHD can transform how you see yourself and others
Whether you’re newly diagnosed or supporting someone who is, this episode offers compassion, validation, and practical next steps for thriving with ADHD.
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Gut Health, Biomedical Interventions & Autism Parenting: A Real Conversation with Greer McGuinness
What happens when two Greers sit down to talk about autism, parenting, and the truth about gut health?
Between misinformation online and the pressure parents face to “do it all,” this conversation brings clarity, compassion, and science back into focus.
n this honest and empowering episode, Greer Jones is joined by Greer McGuinness, a registered dietitian, autism mom, and researcher dedicated to helping families understand the real connection between gut health and autism.
Together, they explore what evidence-based biomedical interventions look like in everyday life — and how parents can make meaningful changes without burnout or guilt.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
What current research says about gut health and autism
How to start small with realistic dietary and environmental changes
Common nutrition myths and what actually helps
Ways to support yourself while parenting through overwhelm
Why compassion and community matter as much as science
This episode is a breath of fresh air for parents feeling overwhelmed by “all the things.” You don’t need perfection — just progress, understanding, and a supportive community.
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Real Talk with Seasoned Autism Moms: Parenting, Advocacy & Pivoting with Brittney & Tash
What happens when two seasoned autism moms sit down and share everything — the meltdowns, the victories, and the toothbrush hunts that never seem to end?
This conversation is raw, real, and filled with laughter — a masterclass in resilience, advocacy, and finding joy in the chaos of parenting neurodivergent kids.
In this powerful episode, Greer is joined by Brittney and Tash from the Mom’s Talk Autism podcast — two brilliant, hilarious, and experienced moms who have navigated every stage of the autism parenting journey. Together, they talk honestly about what they’ve learned through years of advocacy, growth, and grace.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
The difference between early diagnosis years and seasoned parenting
How schools, systems, and culture shape advocacy
The emotional load of raising neurodivergent children
Why flexibility and humour are survival tools
How community and shared stories help parents feel less alone
Whether you’re just starting out or deep in the parenting trenches, this episode is a reminder that we learn, grow, and adapt best when we do it together.
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Through a Sibling’s Eyes: Growing Up with a Brother on the Spectrum
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What’s it really like to grow up as the sibling of a neurodivergent child?
While the world often focuses on parents and diagnoses, siblings live a story that’s rarely told — one of deep love, quiet resilience, and unspoken understanding.
In this heartfelt conversation, Greer sits down with Ruby, a young woman whose life has been beautifully shaped by her brother Ewan, who is autistic. From childhood to adulthood, Ruby has learned empathy, adaptability, and the power of advocacy — lessons she now shares online to support other families walking a similar path.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
What it’s really like growing up with an autistic sibling
How Ruby balanced her own needs with her family’s
The importance of including and supporting siblings
How social media became a space for awareness and connection
Why kindness and understanding can change how we view neurodiversity
This conversation shines a light on the often-overlooked sibling perspective — reminding us that love, compassion, and inclusion begin at home.
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Making Myrtle Beach Autism-Friendly: Chef Jamie Daskalis on Inclusive Restaurants & Community Change
What if dining out with your autistic child didn’t feel stressful — but safe, supported, and even joyful?
In Myrtle Beach, that dream is already a reality. Thanks to one mom’s advocacy, this coastal city has become a national model for autism-friendly dining and travel.
n this heartfelt episode, Greer talks with Jamie Daskalis — award-winning chef, restaurant owner, autism advocate, and mom to James — about how her son’s diagnosis inspired her to create spaces where every family feels welcome.
Together, they unpack how Myrtle Beach became an autism-certified travel destination and what every community can learn from it.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
Jamie’s journey as a mom navigating autism and early intervention
How small changes make restaurants and businesses more autism-friendly
The story behind the Champion Autism Network and Myrtle Beach’s inclusion movement
Simple, practical ways to build empathy and accessibility in your community
Whether you’re a parent, business owner, or advocate, this episode is a reminder that inclusion starts with understanding — and one person’s voice can spark city-wide change.
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About The Unfinished Idea | Autism Spectrum, ADHD, AUDHD, Neurodiverse caregiver
What’s it really like parenting a child with ADHD and autism? How can parents, teachers, and communities better support neurodivergent children? How do autistic and ADHD individuals experience the world? Each week, we explore these questions with practical strategies, emotional insight, and real stories.
I’m Greer — a mum of two boys (and two dogs!) raising a child with special educational needs (SEN) alongside my husband. Our daily life looks different from the norm, but it’s full of love, advocacy, and growth. I started this podcast to create a space for parents of neurodivergent kids, educators, and allies to learn, connect, and build understanding together.
You’ll hear parenting tips, advocacy guidance, sensory strategies, and personal reflections that shine a light on both the joys and challenges of neurodivergent parenting. Through heartfelt solo episodes and guest interviews, we’ll talk aboutEHCP or IEP processes, school support, emotional regulation, and the big feelings that come with raising ND kids.
Whether you’re here as a parent of an autistic or ADHD child, a late-diagnosed adult, a teacher seeking insight, or someone wanting to understand the neurodivergent world, this podcast is your space to grow, connect, and know you’re not alone.
Welcome to The Unfinished Idea — a podcast all about parenting, autism, ADHD, and life in a neurodivergent family. Here, we open up honest conversations about neurodiversity, raising neurodivergent children, and navigating the everyday realities of SEN parenting.
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