The Hidden 20%

Josh Hughes, aka The Tourettes Barber, has turned his experience with Tourettes into a powerful story of resilience and inspiration. With over a million TikTok followers, he uses humour and honesty to challenge stereotypes, raise awareness, and show that hands-on work is possible with severe tics. In this conversation with Ben, Josh opens up about the real dangers he’s faced, including being attacked for involuntary outbursts, his struggles with social media censorship, battling depression, and finding his purpose. He also explores how is Tourettes and Dyslexia intersect. _____________________________________ ON "THE HIDDEN 20%," HOST BEN BRANSON CHATS WITH NEURODIVERGENT [ADHD, AUTISM, DYSCALCULIA, DYSLEXIA, DYSPRAXIA, TOURETTE'S ETC.] CREATIVES, ENTREPRENEURS, AND EXPERTS TO SEE HOW GREAT MINDS.. THINK DIFFERENTLY.   HOST: BEN BRANSON PRODUCER: BELLA NEALE VIDEO EDITOR: PANOS AGAMEMNOS SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER: CHARLIE YOUNG MUSIC: JACKSON GREENBERG BROUGHT TO YOU BY CHARITY THE HIDDEN 20% #1203348 _____________________________________ FOLLOW & SUBSCRIBE…   WEBSITE: WWW.HIDDEN20.ORG INSTAGRAM / TIKTOK / YOUTUBE / X: @HIDDEN20PODCAST BEN BRANSON @SEEDLIP_BEN JOSH HUGHES @THETOURETTESBARBER IF YOU'D LIKE TO SUPPORT THE HIDDEN 20%, YOU CAN BUY A "GREEN DOT" BADGE AT HTTPS://WWW.HIDDEN20.ORG/THEGREENDOT/P/BADGE [https://www.hidden20.org/thegreendot/p/badge]. ALL PROCEEDS GO TO THE CHARITY. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Miguel Toribio-Mateas, a neuroscientist, applied microbiologist, and holistic health expert with over two decades of experience. Dr. Miguel Toribio-Mateas has developed a unique expertise in the fascinating connections between neurodivergence, mental health, and the gut microbiome. In this chat with Ben, Dr. Miguel uncovers some of the latest and, at times, unsettling discoveries in neuroscience. From exploring the risks of psychosis linked to ADHD medication to discussing a revolutionary imaging technique that identifies autism with 95% accuracy. this episode is a deep dive into the cutting-edge science shaping our understanding of the brain. _____________________________________ ON "THE HIDDEN 20%," HOST BEN BRANSON CHATS WITH NEURODIVERGENT [ADHD, AUTISM, DYSCALCULIA, DYSLEXIA, DYSPRAXIA, TOURETTE'S ETC.] CREATIVES, ENTREPRENEURS, AND EXPERTS TO SEE HOW GREAT MINDS.. THINK DIFFERENTLY.   HOST: BEN BRANSON PRODUCER: BELLA NEALE VIDEO EDITOR: TOM FORRISTER SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER: CHARLIE YOUNG MUSIC: JACKSON GREENBERG BROUGHT TO YOU BY CHARITY THE HIDDEN 20% #1203348 _____________________________________ FOLLOW & SUBSCRIBE…   WEBSITE: WWW.HIDDEN20.ORG INSTAGRAM / TIKTOK / YOUTUBE / X: @HIDDEN20PODCAST BEN BRANSON @SEEDLIP_BEN DR MIGUEL TORIBIO-MATEAS @DRMIGUELMATEAS IF YOU'D LIKE TO SUPPORT THE HIDDEN 20%, YOU CAN BUY A "GREEN DOT" BADGE AT HTTPS://WWW.HIDDEN20.ORG/THEGREENDOT/P/BADGE [https://www.hidden20.org/thegreendot/p/badge]. ALL PROCEEDS GO TO THE CHARITY. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

CW: mental health & suicide Forensic psychologist Ali Bromley made history as the first lesbian to win Big Brother UK. In this candid chat with Ben, Ali reflects on her journey in the house—proudly representing the ADHD, Autistic, and LGBTQIA+ communities, grappling with sensory overwhelm, and navigating the autistic drive for unyielding authenticity. She also shares insights from her time assessing autism in prisons and finding new purpose after the tragic loss of her neurodivergent brother. Plus, a SURPRISE GUEST joins Ali for the neuroqueer collaboration of the century. You won’t want to miss this iconic duo. _____________________________________ ON "THE HIDDEN 20%," HOST BEN BRANSON CHATS WITH NEURODIVERGENT [ADHD, AUTISM, DYSCALCULIA, DYSLEXIA, DYSPRAXIA, TOURETTE'S ETC.] CREATIVES, ENTREPRENEURS, AND EXPERTS TO SEE HOW GREAT MINDS.. THINK DIFFERENTLY.   HOST: BEN BRANSON PRODUCER: BELLA NEALE VIDEO EDITOR: TOM FORRISTER SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER: CHARLIE YOUNG MUSIC: JACKSON GREENBERG BROUGHT TO YOU BY CHARITY THE HIDDEN 20% #1203348 _____________________________________ FOLLOW & SUBSCRIBE…   WEBSITE: WWW.HIDDEN20.ORG INSTAGRAM / TIKTOK / YOUTUBE / X: @HIDDEN20PODCAST BEN BRANSON @SEEDLIP_BEN ALI BROMLEY @_ALI.BROMLEY IF YOU'D LIKE TO SUPPORT THE HIDDEN 20%, YOU CAN BUY A "GREEN DOT" BADGE AT HTTPS://WWW.HIDDEN20.ORG/THEGREENDOT/P/BADGE [https://www.hidden20.org/thegreendot/p/badge]. ALL PROCEEDS GO TO THE CHARITY. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

In this episode, Ben is joined by Dr. Nancy Doyle, a renowned ADHD organisational psychologist, founder of Genius Within, and creator of The Genius Finder™. Nancy has been a leading voice in transforming how companies support neurodivergent employees and is the mind behind the BBC series Employable Me. In this chat with Ben, Nancy opens up about the ND unemployment crisis, the risks of hyper-policing language, the challenges of disclosing neurodivergence at work, and the lasting impact of school trauma. She also shares a deeply personal insight into her past, explaining why her friends once doubted she’d make it this far. _____________________________________ ON "THE HIDDEN 20%," HOST BEN BRANSON CHATS WITH NEURODIVERGENT [ADHD, AUTISM, DYSCALCULIA, DYSLEXIA, DYSPRAXIA, TOURETTE'S ETC.] CREATIVES, ENTREPRENEURS, AND EXPERTS TO SEE HOW GREAT MINDS.. THINK DIFFERENTLY.   HOST: BEN BRANSON PRODUCER: BELLA NEALE VIDEO EDITOR: TOM FORRISTER SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER: CHARLIE YOUNG MUSIC: JACKSON GREENBERG BROUGHT TO YOU BY CHARITY THE HIDDEN 20% #1203348 _____________________________________ FOLLOW & SUBSCRIBE…   WEBSITE: WWW.HIDDEN20.ORG INSTAGRAM / TIKTOK / YOUTUBE / X: @HIDDEN20PODCAST BEN BRANSON @SEEDLIP_BEN NANCY DOYLE @NANCYDOYLEPSYCH NANCY HAS KINDLY CREATED A DISCOUNT CODE JUST FOR OUR LISTENERS! USE HIDDEN20 FOR A GENIUS FINDER™ LICENCE AT JUST £10 (200 REDEMPTIONS AVAILABLE). IF YOU'D LIKE TO SUPPORT THE HIDDEN 20%, YOU CAN BUY A "GREEN DOT" BADGE AT HTTPS://WWW.HIDDEN20.ORG/THEGREENDOT/P/BADGE [https://www.hidden20.org/thegreendot/p/badge]. ALL PROCEEDS GO TO THE CHARITY. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of suicide, alcohol use, and mental health challenges. If you or someone you know needs support, contact Samaritans at 116 123 or visit Samaritans.org. In this eye-opening episode, counsellor and CBT therapist Sarah Templeton reveals why she believes the true rate of ADHD in UK prisons is far higher than current estimates. With years of experience in the prison system, Sarah created the first ADHD screening checklist for detainees, helping make the City of London Police the first to screen for ADHD. Joining Sarah and Ben is an ex-offender with over 500 convictions, who shares how undiagnosed ADHD fuelled his cycle of re-offending. This conversation sheds light on the often-overlooked link between neurodivergence and the criminal justice system. PLEASE NOTE: THE GUEST'S NAME HAS BEEN BLEEPED OUT TO PROTECT HIS IDENTITY. ______________________________________ ON "THE HIDDEN 20%," HOST BEN BRANSON CHATS WITH NEURODIVERGENT [ADHD, AUTISM, DYSCALCULIA, DYSLEXIA, DYSPRAXIA, TOURETTE'S ETC.] CREATIVES, ENTREPRENEURS, AND EXPERTS TO SEE HOW GREAT MINDS.. THINK DIFFERENTLY.   HOST: BEN BRANSON PRODUCER: BELLA NEALE VIDEO EDITOR: TOM FORRISTER SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER: CHARLIE YOUNG MUSIC: JACKSON GREENBERG BROUGHT TO YOU BY CHARITY THE HIDDEN 20% #1203348 _____________________________________ FOLLOW & SUBSCRIBE…   WEBSITE: WWW.HIDDEN20.ORG INSTAGRAM / TIKTOK / YOUTUBE / X: @HIDDEN20PODCAST BEN BRANSON @SEEDLIP_BEN IF YOU'D LIKE TO SUPPORT THE HIDDEN 20%, YOU CAN BUY A "GREEN DOT" BADGE AT HTTPS://WWW.HIDDEN20.ORG/THEGREENDOT/P/BADGE [https://www.hidden20.org/thegreendot/p/badge]. ALL PROCEEDS GO TO THE CHARITY. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.