Squirrels, Side Hustles, and Sippy Cups

🎙️ Episode 12 – Why I’ll Never Work a Normal Job Again (And You Shouldn’t Either)

What do you get when you throw structure, burnout, side hustles, and a hyperactive brain into a blender? This episode. Donny breaks down exactly why “normal jobs” don’t work for neurodivergent minds—and how he built a life that actually fits. From getting labeled the “problem child” in school to duct-taping together businesses out of spite and brilliance, this is a brutally honest guide to building your own weird version of success. No corporate fluff. No productivity porn. Just chaos, clarity, and a permission slip to live outside the lines. 🎧 Topics include: • ADHD brains vs. 9-to-5s • Real-life job fails and side hustle wins • Why pivoting isn’t quitting • The ADHD survival blueprint • How to build a life you don’t need to escape from Plus: A reminder that you’re not too much—you’re probably just in the wrong system. Brought to you by TrashCultSupplyCo.com [https://www.trashcultsupplyco.com] – bold merch for the bold & broken.

🎙️ Episode 11 – Weaponized Intelligence: How ADHD Brains Outsmart Themselves

Ever built a 37-tab spreadsheet to avoid sending one email? Same. In this episode, Donny dives deep into the genius (and chaos) of ADHD brains—how we create brilliant systems that accidentally sabotage us, and why starting small feels like failure when your brain’s chasing perfection. We unpack: • Weaponized intelligence and over-engineering everything • Impostor syndrome that lingers even when you’re winning • Why neurodivergent folks need to understand rules before following them • The fear of starting small and how perfectionism wears a clever mask • And yeah... a little chaos, some f-bombs, and the official launch of Trash Cult Supply Co. [https://TrashCultSupplyCo.com] If your brain feels like a raccoon with a planner, you’re gonna feel seen. Subscribe, share, and check out the merch chaos at TrashCultSupplyCo.com.

Episode 10 – Neurospicy & Necessary: Autism, ADHD, and Owning Your Impact

What do you get when you mix ADHD, autism, a lifetime of masking, and a blunt personality who refuses to sugarcoat reality? You get this episode. In today’s brutally honest (but not brutal) ride through neurodivergence, Donny explores the messy, beautiful intersection of ADHD and autism—what it feels like to live in a world that wasn’t built for your brain, and how to stop apologizing for who you are while still taking full responsibility for the impact you have. We’re breaking down: * The blurry overlap between ADHD and autism * Why “you don’t look autistic” is a trash take * Masking, meltdowns, and misdiagnosis * Rethinking ODD: defiance or discernment? * Radical accountability without shame * The difference between honesty and cruelty * How to build a life for your brain—not around your guilt This one’s raw, funny, and real—perfect for anyone who’s ever felt “almost understood” but not quite. Whether you’re diagnosed, self-identified, or just trying to understand the chaos in your head, this episode is here to help you name it, own it, and maybe even build something beautiful from it. ⚠️ Warning: may cause sudden clarity, mild existential relief, and the urge to build a life that actually fits. 🎧 If this hit home, share it with someone else who’s one meltdown away from enlightenment. Let’s keep growing—loudly, kindly, and on our own terms. P.S. I'm aware my teeth are clicking. I'm working on that.

Episode 9: “Blueprints, Burnout, and Bullsh*t – Part 2: The Grind”

You started the thing. Now how the hell do you keep it alive? In Part 2 of this two-part chaos therapy session, we shift from launching a business to sustaining it—without losing your mind, your relationships, or your last clean pair of socks. This is the raw, unfiltered guide to surviving the messy middle of entrepreneurship with ADHD, big dreams, and zero chill. This episode includes: * Systems that work with your brain, not against it * How to avoid burnout while still making money * The boundaries that saved my business (and my sanity) * What I’d do differently if I had to start over from scratch This one’s for the business owners, the side hustlers, the creatives with Google Drive chaos and a dream. If you're building something real and want to do it without imploding—press play.

Episode 8: “Blueprints, Burnout, and Bullsh*t – Part 1: The Launch”

So… you wanna start a business? In Part 1 of this no-fluff, ADHD-fueled deep dive, I break down what it really takes to go from big idea to actual launch—without lighting your life on fire. From battling perfectionism to figuring out what the hell you’re even building, we’ll explore the real startup grind nobody talks about. This episode includes: * The fantasy vs. reality of entrepreneurship * ADHD traps during the “inspiration” phase * Why most business plans suck (and how to make one that doesn’t) * What the startup phase really feels like (spoiler: it’s a broke toddler with rage issues) Whether you’re on your 5th side hustle or still stuck in “what if,” this is your brutally honest blueprint to getting started without getting steamrolled. Need the survival plan for the long haul? Make sure to catch Part 2—coming next.