Beyond 6 Seconds

Carolyn Kiel, who is autistic herself, has been collecting neurodivergent stories since 2018 and the result is a multi-award-winning podcast with 254 episodes spanning an unusually wide range of neurotypes. This is not just an ADHD or autism show. Carolyn interviews entrepreneurs, creators, and advocates who are dyslexic, dyspraxic, deaf, and schizoaffective, among many others. Recent guests include a disability advocate working in political engagement, an author of nonspeaking autism literature, a STEM entrepreneur with dyslexia and dysgraphia, and a deaf mental health advocate. Episodes typically run 30 to 40 minutes and come out monthly, giving each conversation room to breathe. The title refers to research suggesting people form first impressions in about six seconds -- and the show exists to push past those snap judgments. Carolyn is a thoughtful interviewer who lets her guests lead, and the personal story format means every episode is genuinely different. Rated a perfect 5.0 stars from 111 reviews. The breadth of neurodivergent experiences represented here is honestly unmatched by any other show in this category. She has a knack for drawing out the details that make each experience specific rather than generic. If you only know neurodiversity through ADHD and autism, this podcast will meaningfully expand your understanding.