{"podcast":{"title":"The Hidden 20%","slug":"the-hidden-20-6751677","podcast_index_feed_id":6751677,"rss_url":"https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/657b32c48f98e20016664592","website_url":"https://shows.acast.com/hidden-20","image_url":"https://assets.pippa.io/shows/657b32c48f98e20016664592/1727688431246-13a9e78d-6673-4702-95f5-bff12701363d.jpeg","author":"Ben Branson","episode_count":122,"summary":"Help us rewrite the future for every mind. Join the movement and donate at hidden20.org/donate The Hidden 20% is a UK-registered charity, podcast and movement rewriting the future for every mind Founded by autistic/ADHD entrepreneur Ben Branson, we find and share the truth about neurodiversity - catching society up and breaking the cycle of silence, shame and suffering. Through research, stories and science we share the truth - making the hidden visible. Each week, we speak with leading experts and lived experience voices to uncover the true scale and potential of neurodiversity - challenging myths, stereotypes and outdated systems. While others talk awareness, we demand recognition, representation and reform. Every month, more than 100,000 people turn to The Hidden 20% to learn, connect and feel seen. With your support, we can reach further, grow louder and keep amplifying the truth. Great minds think differently. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.","last_synced_at":null,"page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-hidden-20-6751677"},"episode":{"title":"ADHD Media Narratives & Misinformation: What's Really Happening?","slug":"adhd-media-narratives-misinformation-what-s-really-happening","published_at":"2026-03-18T05:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-hidden-20-6751677/adhd-media-narratives-misinformation-what-s-really-happening","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-hidden-20-6751677","url":"https://shows.acast.com/hidden-20/episodes/adhd-autism-today-the-changing-neurodiversity-landscape-expl","audio_url":"https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/657b32c48f98e20016664592/e/69b93dd99246d31db4195f29/media.mp3","summary":"In this episode, Ben is joined by Dr Tony Lloyd, former CEO of the ADHD Foundation, for a conversation that steps back and looks at the bigger picture of neurodiversity at a moment when the landscape is rapidly changing. Now retired, Tony reflects on decades at the forefront of ADHD and neurodiversity advocacy, and why we’re still asking the wrong questions. They explore why more people are recognising themselves than ever before, and the tension between medical models and the idea of thinking differently. From SEND systems and long waiting lists to public narratives and stigma, Tony shares what he believes still isn’t working and where real progress is happening. This is a conversation about where we are now, what needs to change, and why the future of neurodiversity may look very different to its past. Join us at  hidden20.org/donate . ________ Host: Ben Branson Production Manager: Phoebe De Leiburné Video Editor: James Scriven Social Media Manager: Charlie Young Music: Jackson Greenberg Head of Marketing: Kristen Fuller 00:00 Introduction 1:03 The Current Neurodiversity Landscape: ADHD, Autism & Society 3:50 The Global Neurodiversity Identity Crisis Explained 5:50 “We Are Everywhere”: The Rise of Neurodivergent Voices 9:44 The Future of Neurodiversity: Why People Are No Longer Hiding 20:02 Medical Model vs Neurodiversity: Disorder or Difference? 27:00 SEND System & ADHD/Autism Reports: What’s Broken? 32:10 Why Neurodiversity Should Be Seen as Opportunity, Not Deficit 42:03 De-stigmatising ADHD & Autism: What Gives Tony Hope 48:06 ADHD & Autism Waitlists: Advice for Those Still Waiting 50:18 The Role of Neurodivergent Public Figures & Advocacy 55:16 Regressive Narratives vs Being Yourself: Courage & Kindness 1:02:22 Dr Tony Lloyd’s Green…","meta_description":"In this episode, Ben is joined by Dr Tony Lloyd, former CEO of the ADHD Foundation, for a conversation that steps back and looks at the bigger picture of…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":3873,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-hidden-20-6751677/episodes/adhd-media-narratives-misinformation-what-s-really-happening/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-hidden-20-6751677/adhd-media-narratives-misinformation-what-s-really-happening.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}