Let's Talk Neurodivergent Kids with Izzy Judd

Let’s Talk... About Everything We’ve Learned! with Harry Judd

As Let's Talk Neurodivergent Kids wraps up its first season, Izzy is joined by her husband, Harry Judd, to reflect on the lessons, moving moments, and helpful advice shared across the series. Plus, Izzy reads out messages from listeners whose lives the podcast has touched. Chapters: 01:00 - Series Reflections & Favourite Insights 04:00 - Eliza Fricker on PDA & The Power of Play 07:30 - Low Demand Parenting with Naomi Fisher 10:00 - Mental Health & Misdiagnosis: Ben Branson’s Story 14:30 - Parental Burnout & The ‘Fk It Bucket’** 17:45 - Magnesium Baths & Everyday Strategies with Lucinda Miller 20:00 - Listener Letters: Stories from the Inbox 35:00 - Learning Environments & The Power of Play 50:00 - Thank You & Season One Wrap-Up Lets Talk Neurodivergent Kids is a Viral Tribe Entertainment Production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

What Tourette’s Really Feels Like!

In this episode, Izzy looks at the reality of living with Tourette Syndrome, far beyond the stereotypes. Izzy's joined by her brother Magnus, whose daughter was diagnosed at age 7, and Katie Skinner from Tourette’s Action. Together, they discuss stigma, self-discovery, intrusive thoughts, ADHD, school support, and how we can build a more compassionate world for neurodivergent children. NHS – Where to Get Help for Self-Harm The NHS provides guidance on seeking help for self-harm, including advice on speaking to a GP and accessing support services - link here [https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/feelings-symptoms-behaviours/behaviours/self-harm/getting-help/] Chapters: 02:32 – The dream: Acceptance and inclusion for those with Tourette’s 04:03 – Alma’s early symptoms and family response 07:21 – What Tourette Syndrome actually is (Katie explains) 11:29 – Misconceptions: Tourette’s is more than swearing 16:54 – Why suppressing tics can be harmful 19:56 – The social toll: Being forced to advocate 22:07 – Acceptance, trauma and breaking cycles 25:00 – Pain, isolation and the complexity beneath the tics 27:29 – School struggles: Inclusion, ignorance and the “What If” board 35:00 – Music, exercise and finding peace 40:00 – How Tourette’s Action can help families today 42:29 – Magnus's ADHD discovery and mental health journey 52:15 – The care gap: Lack of NHS services and support Lets Talk Neurodivergent Kids is a Viral Tribe Entertainment Production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Why Movement Matters in the Classroom - Understanding 'School readiness' with Ruth Lue-Quee

Are we expecting too much too soon from our youngest children, and what does School readiness really mean? In this episode, Izzy Judd is joined by Ruth Lue-Quee, also known online as My Mummy Teacher. Ruth is an Educational Consultant and the founder of MMT Play, an award-winning education & play resources brand based in the UK. As a highly qualified Educational Consultant and award-winning former Deputy Headteacher, Ruth brings extensive experience in both mainstream and Special Educational Needs education, with a particular focus on Early Years and Key Stage One. Learn more about Ruth's work - https://mmtplay.com/ [https://mmtplay.com/] Sign the Petition - https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/729440 [https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/729440] 00:00 – What Are We Expecting From Our Kids? 02:00 – Ruth’s Story: From Teacher to Play Advocate 05:30 – Growing Up Loving Teaching 08:00 – The Big Jump Between Reception and Year 1 13:45 – The Controversial Comment About Four-Year-Olds 16:00 – What Being “Ready for School” Really Means 25:00 – Why Sitting Still Isn’t the Goal 34:30 – If Adults Can Move, Why Can’t Kids? 41:30 – Ruth’s Petition: Making Play Part of the Curriculum 49:00 – Final Thoughts: Let’s Do What’s Right for Children Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Reframing Dyslexia: Unlocking the Brilliance of Neurodivergent Minds with Kate Griggs

What if the education system is failing the very kids who could change the world? In this episode Izzy Judd is joined by Kate Griggs, mum and founder of Made By Dyslexia, a charity that has been shifting the narrative on dyslexia and educating people on its strengths. This conversation is filled with practical insight, hope, and a strong message: difference is brilliant. More on Kate Griggs https://www.madebydyslexia.org/our-founder/ [https://www.madebydyslexia.org/our-founder/] (00:11) – What dyslexia really means and why it's misunderstood (02:21) – Kate’s personal story: growing up in a dyslexic family (04:45) – The typical challenges and strengths of dyslexic children (06:50) – Why schools should change how they teach all kids (08:30) – How and when dyslexia can be diagnosed in children (10:15) – What to look for if you think your child is dyslexic (13:40) – Why many dyslexic children think they’re stupid (14:30) – Why so many entrepreneurs are dyslexic (15:55) – Dyslexic people working in British intelligence (GCHQ) (18:00) – Dyslexia in acting, music, and the arts (21:00) – How technology and AI help dyslexic learners (23:15) – Why standardised tests don’t work for dyslexic student (26:35) – The emotional toll of school on dyslexic children (29:00) – The dyslexic sperm bank stunt that went viral (46:30) – Kate’s message for the future of neurodivergent children Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

How to Parent Without Breaking Your Child’s Spirit with Dr Naomi Fisher

What if your child’s refusal to get dressed… meant they finally felt safe? In this episode Izzy Judd chats to clinical psychologist and bestselling author Dr Naomi Fisher about low demand parenting, why traditional discipline often backfires, how to parent when your child is in survival mode, and the critical importance of listening to a child’s “no.” 🔗 More on Dr Naomi Fisher: naomifisher.co.uk [http://naomifisher.co.uk] Chapters 01:47 – Naomi’s story: from psychologist to parenting trailblazer 03:54 – Why parents feel so guilty—and why they shouldn’t 06:48 – What is low demand parenting? 08:31 – Pressure-sensitive children and why punishments fail 10:46 – Trust, boundaries, and non-negotiables 13:34 – How to handle getting dressed, shoes, and transitions 15:37 – Why pressure-sensitive kids become powerful adults 17:22 – “Kids weren’t like this in my day…” — Naomi’s take 19:43 – Why school might actually be causing the anxiety 26:56 – School anxiety vs general anxiety: understanding the difference 31:49 – Why kids can't always explain what’s wrong 33:46 – Emotional regulation and why teachers can’t do it alone 35:32 – The post-school “regression” panic—and what it really means 38:09 – Is there any kind of school that works? Naomi’s answer 40:36 – The image mantra that helps parents stay grounded Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]