NeuroSpice and Life
For anyone who’s ever felt the sting of an unfair label — lazy, blunt, weird, difficult — this one’s for you.
We’re Freya and Hanna — one counsellor, one sexologist, both AuADHD women with delightfully spicy brains. Together, we peel back the labels, examine the stereotypes and rewrite the stories about what it means to be neurodivergent, emotional, and unapologetically human.
From masking and meltdowns to relationships, shame, and self-acceptance, we talk about the messy, marvellous reality of neurospicy life — with humour, heart, and the occasional swear.
Because there’s nothing wrong with the way you’re wired — it’s time to reclaim your label and wear it with pride.
Episodes
Nov 25, 2025
Nov 25, 2025
45 min
Episode 1: Labels — Reflect
Have you ever been called lazy, difficult, too sensitive, or stupid? In our very first episode, join alexithymic counsellor Freya Corboy and sexologist Hanna Hosking, as we dive deep into the world of labels — what they are, why people use them, and why neurodiverse children are far more likely to be unfairly judged, misunderstood, and mischaracterised.
In episode 1, we reflect on our own stories over 30 years of friendship and unpack how these labels form, how they get repeated by teachers, parents, peers, and systems, and how they follow neurodivergent people into adulthood, often becoming internalised as shame, self-doubt, and anxiety. Whether you’re ADHD, autistic, AuDHD, dyslexic, or simply someone who’s ever felt misunderstood, this conversation is for you.
Join us as we explore:✨ Why humans label others so quickly✨ How neurodivergent traits are misread as behavioural issues✨ The long-term impact of repeated negative feedback✨ Hope for the ability to accept your wonderful brain the way it is
This episode is equal parts validating, eye-opening, and empowering — perfect for listeners seeking language for their lived experience and neurotypical listeners wanting to understand the people they love.
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NeuroSpice & Life https://www.neurospiceandlife.com/posts
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@NeuroSpiceandLife
Freya (Mumshine) - https://www.mumshine.com.au
Hanna (The Sensologist) - https://www.thesensologist.com.au
Sources used in the episode:
Children with ADHD Avoid Failure and Punishment More Than Others, Study Says
What to Know About Autism and Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria
Why ADHD Is More Challenging for Women
Nov 7, 2025
Nov 7, 2025
1 min
NeuroSpice & Life: A podcast to peel back unfair and unjust labels given to us, one label at a time.
We celebrate all forms of neurodiversity. Join us as we challenge labels and rewrite narratives for neurodivergent adults who've been told they're "too much."
Perfect for: neurodivergents, ADHD community, autistic adults, AuDHD, allies seeking understanding, & anyone questioning if they're neurodivergent.
You're not too much. You're just enough. This is your space.