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The Neurodivergent Leader Podcast creates a safe space to explore paradigms around neurodiversity through humor, transparency and the commitment to empower all voices. Join hosts Heather Wagner and Donna McLaughlin as they elevate neurodivergent leaders and their contributions, share tools, advocate for access and acceptance and educate listeners on the strengths and challenges surrounding neurodiversity in today’s neurotypical world.
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“I feel really strongly that we need to provide a safe space for people to be able to come and investigate who they are and feel comfortable,” emphasizes Donna McLaughlin. In today’s inaugural edition of Pillar Talk, co-hosts Heather Wagner and Donna McLaughlin discuss the five competencies that their curriculum encompasses. They dive deep into how…
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“You have more power than you think,” says Lisa Candera. Up until two years ago, Lisa lived in a constant state of stress over her son’s struggles, her responsibilities at work, and how to manage it all. She is a single mom of a teen with Autism, OCD, Anxiety and DMDD, life coach and lawyer. Lisa coaches moms raising kids with autism about how to m…
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“Embrace your weird,” encourages Christina Stathopoulos, founder and head coach of Hear Her Roar, a leadership coaching company that focuses on empowering millennial women. In this episode, co-hosts Heather Wagner and Donna McLaughlin talk with special guest Christina about the importance of being openly yourself and leaning into your unique life e…
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“I ask my child, ‘What do you need right now?’” explains Heather on how she responds to her child when she sees them struggling, or using what is perceived as negative behaviors. In this episode, co-hosts Heather Wagner and Donna McLaughlin discuss the way our society pathologizes behavior and how this can be harmful to both adults, and for a neuro…
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The Key to Unlocking Potential: Learning to Learn
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Do you or your child struggle with planning, organization, focus or emotional regulation? If so, you are not alone. On today’s episode of The Neurodivergent Leader, co-hosts Heather and Donna interview the Head of Educational Services at Learnfully, Jess Corinne. Heather, Donna and Jess engage in a topical discussion about recognizing neurodivergen…
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Joanna Grace (Part 1): Finding the Place You Belong
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“Sensory stimulation isn't just a nice supporting actor in cognition. It's how the brain is wired in early development. So, it's the foundation stones of your cognitive abilities,” explains Joanna Grace, author, TEDx speaker, and founder of The Sensory Projects. On this special, two-part episode, co-hosts Heather and Donna engage in a discussion wi…
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Joanna Grace (Part 2): My Mummy is Autistic
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“I didn't used to say that I was autistic. Not because I'm ashamed of being autistic, but just for very practical reasons that I'm aware of the prejudice,” explains Joanna Grace, Founder of The Sensory Projects, Author and TEDx speaker. On this second installment of two-part conversation with Joanna Grace, co-hosts Heather and Donna ask Joanna abou…
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Using Values to Transform Your Space, Schedule + Spirit
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“So many people see organization as very rigid and it has to be a specific way. It’s how you want to design it for your life. It's very personal,” says Jennifer Major, Holistic Organizer and Productivity Specialist. Jennifer started her career as an HR rep and soon learned that this wasn't her niche. Along the way, though, she discovered her passio…
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“What is the most important thing you have learned in your life thus far?” asks Kacey Cardin, Executive Leadership coach and TedX speaker. On this kickoff episode of The Neurodivergent Leader Podcast, special guest Kacey Cardin flips the script and interviews co-hosts Heather and Donna about their experiences with neurodiversity. Donna opens up abo…
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Welcome to The Neurodivergent Leader Podcast!
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Welcome to The Neurodivergent Leader Podcast with hosts Heather Wagner and Donna McLaughlin! Heather and Donna believe that everyone deserves access to opportunities for leadership development and personal growth. That is why they are on a mission to empower neurodivergent talent with the tools to become the authentic leaders they were meant to be.…
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